Stunned and amused: 'Hamlet 2' trashes everyone Aug 23, 2008
CATHY KANAVY Catherine Keener and Steve Coogan are Brie and Dana Marschz, a couple having difficulty conceiving a child, in the irreverent comedy "Hamlet 2." ... On a visit to the Prickly Pear Fertility Clinic (he and wife Catherine Keener are having difficulty conceiving a child), Coogan meets Elisabeth Shue (the Oscar-nominated actress, playing herself), who left the business and retrained as a nurse. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Coogan conquers in Hamlet 2 Aug 22, 2008
He and his wife, Brie (Catherine Keener), who deals pot to get by and is oddly attracted to their new boarder (a silent David Arquette), have had no luck getting pregnant. On the upside, the nurse at the fertility clinic where they go for help is Elisabeth Shue. (Boston Herald)
To see or not to see? That's the 'Hamlet 2' question Aug 22, 2008
Hamlet 2* * 1/2 (out of four)Stars: Steve Coogan, Catherine Keener, David Arquette, Amy Poehler, Elisabeth ShueDirector: Andrew FlemingDistributor: Focus FeaturesRating: R for language including sexual references, brief nudity and some drug contentRunning time:1 hour, 32 minutesOpens Friday in select cities ... Catherine Keener plays his unhappy wife, Brie, who is joined at the hip by their roommate/boarder (David Arquette). (USA Today -- Life)
Movie Review: 'Hamlet 2' Aug 22, 2008
This takes little effort, especially after he starts wearing caftans to school because his wife (Catherine Keener) thinks he's impotent because jockey shorts cut off his circulation. Principal Rocker (Marshall Bell) is his unremitting enemy, Octavio (Joseph Julian Soria) is the brilliant but rebellious student (he comes across as street tough, but is headed for Brown). (The Delaware County Times, PA)
'Hamlet 2' Aug 22, 2008
Having a terminally depressed wife (Catherine Keener) and a terminally dull boarder (David Arquette) would not seem to help, but Marschz does not notice life's little bumps, so taken is he with his calling. When his class unexpectedly fills up with unruly Latinos, he insists that " 'new' and 'different' are two of my favorite words." As co-writer and director, Fleming has accurately said, "We didn't want to parody inspirational-teacher movies, we wanted to make a movie about a guy who thinks... (Los Angeles Times)
'Hamlet 2': Something's Rotten In The State Of Arizona Aug 22, 2008
The always-abrasive Catherine Keener plays his abrasive girlfriend abrasively, and David Arquette, as their roommate, literally sits off to the side doing and saying nothing. This is the kind of movie in which someone has a silly name, so others mispronounce it in half a dozen scenes. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Even sexy Jesus can't save this spoof Aug 22, 2008
Catherine Keener, Elisabeth Shue ... Like the occasional trip back to the home front, where the luckless Dana is married to Brie, an unaccountably acerbic spouse spiced with seeds of pure meanness (Catherine Keener, intent on being nasty but unsure why). (Globe and Mail)
Hamlet 2: The First One Was Better Aug 22, 2008
" and the secret weapon is the onlooker's pity. Related Articles The actor in question is Dana Marschz his last name is nearly unpronounceable, just the first reason he has trouble getting jobs and he is played by the English comedian Steve Coogan with the lank hair, toothy smile and blithe sweetness that recall Tiny Tim, the eccentric ukuleleist of the '60s. Coogan has been everywhere lately, starring in little movies (A Cock and Bull Story: Tristram Shandy) and guesting in bigger ones. He had... (Time.com)
"Hamlet 2" Aug 22, 2008
Catherine Keener plays Dana's wife, Brie, a sharp-edged, impatient creature who doesn't seem to like him any more than we do: The two are trying to conceive a child, but it's obvious that Dana can barely conduct his own life as an adult. "Hamlet 2" gets dramatic, more or less, when Dana is informed by the school's blowhard principal (played by Marshall Bell) that the school's drama program is to be cut. (Salon)
Anything goes in 'Hamlet 2' Aug 21, 2008
The audacious movie, picked up by Focus Features following its premiere at this year's Sundance Film Festival, also includes Catherine Keener, David Arquette and Amy Poehler. In one of the film's most inspired bits of business, Elisabeth Shue plays Elisabeth Shue (in the world of the movie, she retired from acting to work as a nurse in Tucson, the same town where Coogan's character teaches). (Los Angeles Times)
Woody weird? His new star begs to differ Aug 21, 2008
"Catherine Keener and her husband (Oliver Platt) and their 15-year-old daughter live in one, and the other one is home to a woman in her 90s who has two grandchildren, who are me and Amanda Peet. We're sort of caring for her.". Hall has a part in the trilogy of Yorkshire Ripper films under way right now in Britain. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Shakespeare rolling in his grave over this 'Hamlet' Aug 21, 2008
The principal tries to shut down the play, but Dana presses on, despite the indifference and insults from his trash-talking wife (Catherine Keener). Eventually the ACLU gets involved and the play starts earning media buzz. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
'Hamlet 2': The Bard as slapstick Aug 21, 2008
" Less a fully fleshed character than a bundle of tics doing pratfalls, he is a slapstick puppet manipulated by the screenwriters (Fleming and Pam Brady). As the drama teacher at West Mesa High School in Tucson, Arizona, Dana specializes in turning movies into theater. His latest production, a dismal stage version of "Erin Brockovich," has been savaged by the ninth-grade drama critic (Shea Pepe) in the school paper. The movie, which on Friday opened in limited release across North America and... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The plays the thing Get thee to Hamlet 2 Aug 20, 2008
hes got a thankless gig as a high school drama coach the eighth-grade theater critic for the school paper is merciless to Danas stage adaptation of Erin Brockovich and a crumbling, childless marriage with his increasingly cynical wife Brie (Catherine Keener) ... Starring: Steve Coogan, Catherine Keener, Amy PoehlerDirector: Andrew FlemingRun time: 1 hour, 32 minutesMPAA rating: R. (MSNBC -- News)
Eastwood's not coming, but look for Firth and Rogen Aug 14, 2008
Among the stars featured in these 20 films are Greg Kinnear, Mickey Rourke, Adrien Brody, Isabelle Huppert, Mark Ruffalo, Rachel Weisz, Colin Firth, Michael Caine, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Catherine Keener and Zac Efron. New additions to the special presentations roster include. (Globe and Mail)
McAdams, Gosling back together? Aug 1, 2008
Other celebrities who went to see Ryans debut included Oscar-nominated actress Catherine Keener, US actor and singer Shane West and hockey player Sean Avery. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Ryan, Rachel reunited? Aug 1, 2008
Other celebrities who went to see Gosling's debut included Oscar-nominated actress Catherine Keener, US actor and singer Shane West and hockey player Sean Avery. Digg | | | | | | Copyright 2002-2008 iafrica. (iAfrica.com)
Sony Pictures Classics Confirms US Rights to Charlie Kaufman's Directorial Debut 'Synecdoche, New York' Jul 25, 2008
Film Stars A Distinguished List of Actors, Academy Award Winner Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Catherine Keener, Michelle Williams and Samantha Morton ... His wife Adele (Catherine Keener) has left him to pursue her painting in Berlin, taking their young daughter Olive with her ... "Synecdoche, New York" was written and directed by Kaufman whose previous writing credits include BEING JOHN MALKOVICH, ADAPTATION and ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND. He received Academy Award nominations for all... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Brits clean up Emmy noms Jul 19, 2008
Catherine Keener, An American Crime. Susan Sarandon, Bernard And Doris. (The Sun)
Cranford Dames join Emmy hopefuls Jul 18, 2008
Dame Judi, whose only previous Emmy nomination was for Last of the Blonde Bombshells in 2001, goes head to head with some of America's leading ladies including Susan Sarandon, for Bernard and Doris; Laura Linney, in John Adams; and Catherine Keener in An American Crime. Phylicia Rashad's perfomance in A Raisin In The Sun completes the line-up. (BBC News)
'Mad Men,' 'Damages' make Emmy history Jul 18, 2008
Actress, Miniseries or Movie: Catherine Keener, "An American Crime," Showtime; Susan Sarandon, "Bernard and Doris," HBO; Judi Dench, "Cranford (Masterpiece Theatre), PBS; Laura Linney, "John Adams," HBO; Phylicia Rashad, "A Raisin in the Sun," ABC. Supporting Actor, Miniseries or Movie: David Morse, "John Adams," HBO; Stephen Dillane, "John Adams," HBO; Tom Wilkinson, "John Adams," HBO; Denis Leary, "Recount," HBO; Bob Balaban, "Recount," HBO. Supporting Actress, Miniseries or Movie: Eileen... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
IGN's Exclusive Look at Hamlet 2 Jul 3, 2008
At work, that is; his personal life, with his dissatisfied wife Brie (Catherine Keener) and their boarder Gary (David Arquette), leaves much to be desired. At Tucson, AZ's West Mesa High School, Dana sees himself as an inspirational teacher. (IGN FilmForce)
Synecdoche, New York May 26, 2008
For such serious and accomplished artists, Caden Cotard (Hoffman) and Adele Lack (Catherine Keener) live in surprisingly mundane and physically cramped circumstances in upstate Schenectady, New York. Caden, who directs a local theater company, and Adele, an adventurous painter, co-exist in a marginal way but seem mentally and emotionally preoccupied with their individual problems, an impression confirmed when Adele tells Caden to stay home while she and their little daughter fly off to Berlin,... (Variety)
Infotainment May 25, 2008
Synecdoche, New Yorkcannes: (L-R) American actresses Catherine Keener, Michelle Williams and British actress Samantha Morton arrive for the premiere of the film Synecdoche, New York, during the 61st International film festival. ap. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Ledger's lover teary but cool May 25, 2008
Michelle Williams, right, with actress Catherine Keener at a screening of Synecdoche, New York ... Michelle Williams, right, with actress Catherine Keener at a screening of Synecdoche, New York ... Michelle Williams, right, with actress Catherine Keener at a screening of Synecdoche, New York. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Cannes Journal May 25, 2008
The first is Schenectady, the working-class city near Albany where Caden Cotard (Philip Seymour Hoffman), a theater director, lives with his artist wife Adele (Catherine Keener) and their young daughter Olive (Amy Goldstein). Caden, who's had a critical success staging Death of a Salesman with young actors in the middle-age roles, is himself a premature alter kocker: he hears mortality gargling at him everywhere. (Time.com)
Madonna for Sale May 24, 2008
The result is this odd, confounding movie featuring a mind-blowing cast of A-level talent: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Catherine Keener, Samantha Morton, Hope Davis, Dianne Wiest, Michelle Williams and Jennifer Jason Leigh. What happens here is up to interpretation. (Fox News)
Confusion reigns in Kaufman's debut May 24, 2008
Catherine Keener, Michelle Williams and Samantha Morton arrive for the premiere of 'Synecdoche, New York. Photograph: Christophe Karaba/EPA. (Guardian Unlimited)
`Malkovich' writer Kaufman makes directing debut May 23, 2008
Caden's wife (Catherine Keener) leaves him and takes their daughter to Germany. His second marriage to his leading lady on stage (Michelle Williams) crumbles amid the emotional baggage left by his first family. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Can Cannes Still Do It? May 15, 2008
Screenwriter Charlie Kaufman (Being John Malkovich) will be here with his directorial debut, Synecdoche, New York, supported by a cast that includes Philip Seymour Hoffman, Michelle Williams, Catherine Keener, Emily Watson and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Brooklyn-based helmer James Gray (We Own the Night) is coming with Two Lovers and his leading players, Joaquin Phoenix and Gwyneth Paltrow. (Time.com)
Yes we Cannes! Indiana Jones meets "Blindness" May 14, 2008
Philip Seymour Hoffman plays the quixotic theater director from Schenectady, N.Y., beset by woman problems (Catherine Keener, Samantha Morton, Emily Watson, Michelle Williams) who builds a private world in a Manhattan warehouse. Going by Kaufman's track record, it's likely to be an intriguing, amusing, high-concept affair. (Salon)
Production resumes on 'Nailed' May 13, 2008
The Directors Guild of America also received assurances that its members would be paid for the pic, which also stars James Brolin, Catherine Keener, James Marsden and Tracy Morgan. "(The) Screen Actors Guild has now received adequate financial assurances that its members will be paid their wages for work on the production 'Nailed,' " SAG said Monday. (Variety)
'American Crime' is tough viewing May 10, 2008
The fact that the story is so excruciating to watch testifies to the power of its grim atmospherics and the strong leading performances by Catherine Keener and Ellen Page ... Starring: Catherine Keener, Ellen Page, Bradley Whitford, James Franco. (Boston Globe)
* Despite reduced slate, Hollywood adds star power to Cannes May 9, 2008
The other American film in the slimmed down 22-picture main competition is the non-traditional horror film, Synecdoche, New York, starring Philip Seymour Hoffman, Catherine Keener, Michelle Williams, Samantha Morton and Jennifer Jason Leigh. The movie marks the directing debut of Charlie Kaufman, a writer whose screenplay credits include the off-kilter critical favorites Being John Malkovich, Adaptation and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
'An American Crime' replays a horrific deed May 9, 2008
By Gary Strauss, USA TODAY Viewers looking for a warm, cuddly matriarch as a Mother's Day icon might be hard-pressed to warm up to Catherine Keener's portrayal of a deranged housewife in new Showtime movie An American Crime (Saturday, 9 ET/PT) ... In her clutches: Sylvia (Ellen Page) is at the mercy of the merciless Gertie Baniszewski (Catherine Keener). (USA Today -- Life)
Cannes welcomes Charlie Kaufman May 9, 2008
In the project, a theater director in Schenectady (Philip Seymour Hoffman) is left by his artist wife (Catherine Keener), who is not impressed with his work. She disappears for years with his young daughter. (Variety)
Steven Spielberg's Last Crusade? May 9, 2008
The film was directed by Barry Levinson and has a cast that includes Catherine Keener, Stanley Tucci, John Turturro, and Sean Penn. But the film fell flat. (Slate)
TV Lookout: highlights for the week ahead, May 4-10 May 3, 2008
Its saving grace: the performance by Catherine Keener as a pathetic monster, and, even more remarkable, Ellen Page ("Juno") in the role of the preyed-upon teen. Drawing from transcripts of the murder trial (Bradley Whitford plays the prosecutor), "An American Crime" examines the big questions arising from this case: How could anyone have done what this woman did. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Caan's cookie monster antics disrupt film shoot Apr 23, 2008
It stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Jessical Biel, James Marsden and Catherine Keener. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the veteran Godfather actor was hired to play the US speaker of the House of Representatives, and had only just started on the first of his two days of shooting. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Take the Apatow test Apr 18, 2008
Test your Apatow aptitude. Search post-gazette NOW. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bringing up Boo Apr 16, 2008
Next Wednesday, the library will show 2005's "Capote," which features Catherine Keener as "Mockingbird" author Harper Lee. Both films at 2 p.m. Free. (Boston Globe)
More Getting Nailed : Trio of actors joining Gyllenhaal, Biel in comedy.... Mar 25, 2008
March 24, 2008 - Actors James Marsden (X-Men, Enchanted), Catherine Keener (Capote, The 40-Year-Old Virgin), and Tracy Morgan (Saturday Night Live, 30 Rock) are close to joining the cast of David O. Russell's new comedy Nailed. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the trio are in final negotiations to star opposite Jake Gyllenhaal and Jessica Biel in the flick which centers on a woman (Biel) who begins to suffer wild sexual urges after a co-worker accidently shoots a nail into her head (hence... (IGN FilmForce)
DVD Tuesday: Into the Wild, Im Not There Mar 5, 2008
With a supporting cast that includes Jane Malone, Vince Vaughan, Catherine Keener, Brian Dierker, Marcia Gay Harden and William Hurt, the film is packed with incredible performances. Not the least of which is an engrossing portrayal of McCandless by Hirsch, who swims along the edge of reality in this role. (The Gate)
Check out other offerings from Oscar's top filmmakers Feb 25, 2008
Next up for Wright is The Soloist, currently in production and starring Robert Downey Jr., Catherine Keener and Jamie Foxx. Juno. (USA Today -- Life)
Celebs need Hep A shot after birthday bash Feb 23, 2008
Entertainment photo agency WireImage showed guests at the Socialista event, including Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Ivanka Trump, Liv Tyler, Catherine Keener, Lucy Liu and Salma Hayek. Other celebrities reported at Socialista were Javier Bardem, nominated for a best supporting actor Oscar, Eric Dane, Rebecca Gayheart and fashion designer Roberto Cavalli. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Stars urged to get hepatitis jab Feb 23, 2008
Other stars pictured at Kutcher's party included Ivanka Trump, Liv Tyler, Catherine Keener, Lucy Liu and Salma Hayek. Also reported to have attended were Javier Bardem, who is up for a best supporting actor Oscar this weekend, and fashion designer Roberto Cavalli. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Hepatitis Scare At Popular NYC Bar; A-List Stars Among 700-800 In Attendance Over 3 Days... Feb 22, 2008
Among the other celebrities believed to have been at the barduring the time of exposureareGwyneth Paltrow, Ivanka Trump, Catherine Keener, Lucy Liu, Javier Bardem, nominated for a best supporting actor Oscar, Eric Dane, Rebecca Gayheart and fashion designer Roberto Cavalli. There were also many everyday people in the bar. (The Drudge Report)
Australia's losers are lazier Feb 19, 2008
" Harper has helped many celebrities get into shape, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Ben Stiller, Guy Ritchie, Catherine Keener, Laura Dern and Jenny McCarthy. He defends celebrities who lose their baby weight quickly or drop a dress size for a movie, and says it is all about doing it in a healthy way. "When you're dealing with celebrities or actors that have just had a baby and they've got to get their 'fighting shape', then it's important because their body is their livelihood," he said. "But I... (Sydney Morning Herald)
The indie chick speaks to Ryan Gilbey Feb 16, 2008
"It was such a build-up, and it was a really tough year." She was up against Toni Collette (The Sixth Sense), Catherine Keener (Being John Malkovich), Samantha Morton (Sweet And Lowdown) and Angelina Jolie, who won for Girl, Interrupted. "Pretty stiff competish... although I still don't think that Angelina's was a supporting part.". (Guardian Unlimited)
Showtime To Stream Emmy Screeners Online Jan 31, 2008
That includes the second seasons of The Tudors and This American Life, Tracey Ullman's State of the Union, and An American Crime, a film starring Catherine Keener and Ellen Page. Besides saving money, Licata said, streaming Internet video is more secure than distributing DVDs. (Multichannel News)
Kingsleys Wackness one of Sundances 7 best Jan 29, 2008
Stellar supporting performances from Amy Poehler (Saturday Night Live), Elisabeth Shue and Catherine Keener should make Shakespeare soooo much easier to swallow for both students and adults alike. To laugh or not to laugh, that is the question. (MSNBC -- News)
14th Annual SAG Awards Winners List Jan 28, 2008
Catherine Keener as Jan Burres - "Into The Wild". Amy Ryan as Helene McCready - "Gone Baby Gone". (CBS News -- Early Show)
Sundance crop too starry Jan 26, 2008
Catherine Keener and David Arquette star in the comedy, 'Hamlet 2. MORE FESTIVAL ARTICLES Do buyers take note of flood of film websites. (Variety)
Heath Ledger Blame Game About to Start Jan 25, 2008
Catherine Keener also got lost in the fray. Only veteran actor Hal Holbrook survived the cut and received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor. (Fox News)
Mini movie reviews Jan 25, 2008
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'Into the Wild' left on the fringe Jan 24, 2008
But the film led the Screen Actors' Guild nominations, with Emile Hirsch getting a nod for best actor and Holbrook and Catherine Keener for supporting roles, as well as an ensemble acting award. The SAGs will be awarded Sunday. (Anchorage Daily News)
Coogans Hamlet 2 sells for $10 mil at fest Jan 24, 2008
Catherine Keener co-stars as Coogans unhappy wife, and Elisabeth Shue plays herself, under the concept that she has given up on Hollywood and moved to Tucson, Ariz. to become a nurse. (MSNBC -- News)
What Just Happened? Jan 24, 2008
Ben - Robert De Niro Lou Tarnow - Catherine Keener Sean Penn - Sean Penn Dick Bell - John Turturro Kelly - Robin Wright Penn Scott Solomon - Stanley Tucci Zoe - Kristen Stewart Jeremy Brunell - Michael Wincott Actor - Bruce Willis ... When an audience test-screening of "Fiercely," an arty actioner starring Sean Penn, bombs -- the film breaks a cardinal Hollywood rule by killing a dog in the final scene -- studio chief Lou Tarnow (Catherine Keener) mandates recutting, beginning with the dog. (Variety)
Hamlet 'sequel' big at Sundance Jan 24, 2008
It also stars Catherine Keener, Elizabeth Shue, Amy Poehler, David Arquette, and Melonie Diaz. "It's a very funny film which we know will have immense appeal," said Geoffrey Gilmore, Director of the Sundance Film Festival in a statement. (iAfrica.com)
Done Deals Finally Start to Appear at Sundance Jan 23, 2008
Steve Coogan and Catherine Keener in "Hamlet 2.". By DAVID M. HALBFINGER Published: January 23, 2008. (New York Times)
Oscars: 'Juno' Leaps Jan 23, 2008
Catherine Keener is better than ever as Coogan s seemingly patient wife, and a gang of newcomer kids shine as his students. But the best stuff goes to Elisabeth Shue, who actually plays herself in this wacky, goofy, completely hilarious romp. (Fox News)
Sundance buyers' block ends Jan 23, 2008
The film also stars Catherine Keener, David Arquette, Melonie Diaz and Amy Poehler. (Sharon Swart and Tatiana Siegel contributed to this report. (Variety)
Focus Features acquires 'Hamlet 2' Jan 23, 2008
The film also stars Catherine Keener, Amy Poehler and David Arquette. An update was made to this article at 3:22 p.m.. (Variety)
Sentimental picks, old and new, vie for awards Jan 23, 2008
Hirsch wasn't the only one left off the list, with "Into the Wild" director-writer Sean Penn, composer Eddie Vedder and supporting actress Catherine Keener not making the cut, either. Holbrook, 82, didn't neglect them in his reaction, however. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Giuliani Gets 'Wacked' at Sundance Jan 21, 2008
And Ben has two major headaches: his British director of an action thriller starring Sean Penn won't change the end of a film called "Fiercely" to please studio head, played by Catherine Keener. And Bruce Willis, the star of Ben's new film, has shown up to the set overweight and sporting a large bushy beard he refuses to shave. (Fox News)
