Experience American Gangster Like Never Before On HD DVD Combo Disc Jan 18, 2008
Academy Award winners Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe team with director Ridley Scott (Gladiator) in this powerful epic story. Armed with ruthless, streetwise tactics and a strict sense of honor, crime boss Frank Lucas (Washington) rules Harlems chaotic drug underworld. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Killer to cleanskin, Crowe conquers all Jan 14, 2008
He has two other movies lined up to shoot with his friend and Gladiator and Gangster director Ridley Scott. One is opposite Leonardo Di Caprio in Body Of Lies, an Iraq-era drama set in the Middle East. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Movies '08: Potter, Indy, Rambo and more Jan 13, 2008
The CIA also figures in the project responsible for reuniting Russell Crowe with Ridley Scott, the director who led him to glory in "Gladiator." In the as-yet untitled film, Crowe plays an agent working with a journalist (Leonardo DiCaprio) to hunt down a terrorist (Oct. 10). (Los Angeles Times)
Is technology killing movies? Jan 12, 2008
But then again, Ridley Scott directed Gladiator. Gladiator, of course, is mobile phone-free, as were 300 and Beowulf. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The man with the big picture Jan 11, 2008
From aliens to gladiators and gangsters, director Ridley Scott has left his indelible mark on cinema, writes Stephen Moss ... To keep those three multimillion-dollar plates spinning is a remarkable achievement, though Scott managed something similar in 2000-2002 when, outrageously, Gladiator, Hannibal and Black Hawk Down appeared in rapid succession ... What other director could have made Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise, Gladiator, Hannibal and Matchstick Men. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Ridley Scott talks about new film American Gangster Jan 10, 2008
"Then you read that letter, and you realise it's real, it's not him taking the mickey out of you,'' he says. Scott is better positioned than most to be the butt of a Crowe prank. The pair have made three films together (Gladiator, A Good Year and now American Gangster). Two more (Body of Lies, Nottingham) are in production. Asked if Crowe is now his man-muse, Scott is thoughtful rather than amused. "I guess so ... "It was a budgetary thing, frankly. They said `It has to be X' and I said 'You... (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Crowe wars against gambling Jan 8, 2008
The 'Gladiator' star - who was born in New Zealand but moved to Australia when he was four-years-old - believes the machines, known as 'pokies,' are corrupting the country. Russell, 43, has started 'A club with no pokies' group on network site Facebook and has had t-shirts printed with the slogan. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
The stars come out to play Dec 26, 2007
For every Gladiator, Cinderella Man and A Beautiful Mind, Crowe fans can't forget the 2006 fizzer, A Good Year ... It is directed by Ridley Scott, who also directed Gladiator, which won Crowe his Oscar. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Continuereading Dec 20, 2007
With lauded director Ridley Scott (Gladiator, Black Hawk Down) already on board to direct, the team was not quite complete until Academy Award-winning Russell Crowe stepped up, taking on the role of Richie Roberts, the train wreck of a cop who gets tangled up in the dirty business of drugs and police corruption. What made this story especially compelling was not just Lucas--who lived by a strict code of family and community as he pushed heroin in the very community he lived in--but the unlikely... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Kidman leads overpaid celebs Dec 14, 2007
While 'Gladiator' cost $100 million to make, and made $460 million gross income, Russell's recent films, which include 'Cinderella Man' and 'A Good Year', have flopped at the box office - averaging $5 of gross income for each dollar he was paid. American Gangster' might help Russell's bankability - it has already made $173 million worldwide, nearly double the $100 million it cost to make. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Russell Crowe in a Beautiful state of Mind Dec 10, 2007
Scott, who directed Crowe to an Oscar in Gladiator, is not backward in coming forward about his Academy Award aspirations for American Gangster. "These two guys (Crowe and Washington) - it could go either way," he tells me. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Russell takes over from Brad Dec 4, 2007
Crowe, 2001 best actor Oscar winner for his role in 'Gladiator', will play the role of an investigative journalist looking into the murder of a lawmaker's mistress, in 'State of Play. Production was initially slated to start in November by Macdonald, whose 'The Last King of Scotland' (2006) landed Forest Whitaker an Oscar in 2007 for best actor. (iAfrica.com)
Crowe replaces Pitt in "State of Play" Dec 4, 2007
Crowe, 2001 best actor Oscar winner for his role in "Gladiator," is to play the role of an investigative journalist looking into the murder of a lawmaker's mistress, co-starring Edward Norton, Helen Mirren, Rachel McAdams, Jason Bateman and Robin Wright Penn. Crowe's replacement will avoid a protracted delay in its shooting, according to film industry media. (Xinhuanet, China)
Great ScottRussell Crowe wants an Oscar for film director Sir Ridley Nov 15, 2007
Six years ago Russell Crowe won an Academy Award for his role in Sir Ridley Scott's epic Gladiator ... He has been named best director at the Baftas (for Thelma and Louise) and the Golden Globes (for Gladiator) ... Having taken home an Academy Award for his career-defining role in Gladiator, Russell Crowe is ideally placed to offer his thoughts on what many consider a serious oversight. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Gangster' still bullies box office Nov 11, 2007
6 million and is currently grossing ahead of both actors respective top titles at the domestic box office: Gangster is pacing a boffo 97% ahead of Washingtons Remember the Titans through its first eight days (final B.O. $116 million) and 13% ahead of Crowes 2000 summer hit Gladiator (final B.O. $188 million) over the same frame. DreamWorks Animations Bee Movie continued to buzz in second place yesterday, collecting $6. (Variety)
MOVIE REVIEW: 'American Gangster' moves in on Oscar territory Nov 11, 2007
Crowe gives one of his best performances since "Gladiator." The emotion shown through his face and tone of voice is icing on the cake. The dirty cops who run around New York and New Jersey attempt to keep a balance and use the drug trafficking money for their own benefit, and his inner conflict over this is both depressing and understandable. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
'American Gangster' plows familiar ground in superb fashion Nov 10, 2007
(Crowe s third teaming with Scott, following his Oscar-winning turn in Gladiator and the romantic comedy A Good Year, further demonstrates the extremes of his versatility. . (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Studios bank on original films for the holidays Nov 9, 2007
In 2000, Scott directed Crowe to a best-actor Oscar "Gladiator," which also won for best picture that year. A drama dealing with the Iraq war, "Lions for Lambs," featuring Robert Redford, Meryl Streep and Tom Cruise, is due Friday, and is directed by Redford. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Crowe reveals plans to be baptised Nov 8, 2007
Crowe, who won an Academy Award in 2001 for Gladiator, co-stars with Denzel Washington in American Gangster, a Universal Pictures release, which is now in US theatres. AP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Movie review: Solid performances in ‘American Gangster’ Nov 8, 2007
One of Ridley Scott s strengths is his ability to create a world, for instance Alien, Blade Runner and Gladiator, and his skills are not limited to outer space, a dystopian future or the distant past. In American Gangster, Scott makes the 1970s breathe again and with them the lives of real life gangster Frank Lucas and the detective who finally caught up with Lucas, Richie Roberts. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Beware: Next comes the Oscars' 'smear campaign'?... Nov 8, 2007
Hanks had snagged consecutive golden boys for "Philadelphia" and "Forrest Gump." Crowe had won the previous year for "Gladiator.". But then the scandal erupted over the accuracy of "A Beauitful Mind." Russell Crowe was in separate trouble after his clash with a British TV producer at BAFTRA. This scandal was much bigger. (The Drudge Report)
Russell Crowe, 43, plans to be baptized with son Nov 8, 2007
The "Gladiator" star, whose bad-boy image has overshadowed any spiritual side, is more spiritual than people may think. "I do believe there are more important things than what is in the mind of a man," he says. (Xinhuanet, China)
Russell Crowe Plans to be Baptized in Chapel of His Australian Ranch Nov 7, 2007
Crowe, who won an Academy Award in 2001 for "Gladiator," co-stars with Denzel Washington in "American Gangster," a Universal Pictures release, which is now in theaters. His screen credits also include "A Beautiful Mind" and "The Insider.". (Fox News)
Answers to credit woes are not in black and white Nov 7, 2007
Granted, I do weep at the end of Gladiator when the Christian warrior played by Russel Crowe goes to heaven. But generally, THE Captain is a dry-eyed and hardened observer of the human condition, which is, like les, brutish, nasty and short. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Living The 'American' Dream Nov 7, 2007
"American Gangster" is director Ridley Scott's best film since "Gladiator." It's a cinematic accomplishment that certainly should be considered for the Best Picture nod at the Academy Awards. The sets are authentic and really immerse the viewer in the 1960s and '70s New York City from its storefronts, costumes, cars and language. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Gangster beats bees at box office Nov 6, 2007
93m)) and Gladiator ($35m (16. 81m)) respectively. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Gangster roughs up some big bucks Nov 5, 2007
8 million for Gladiator, also directed by Scott, while Washingtons was $29 million for Inside Man. . (MSNBC -- News)
'American Gangster' blasts box office Nov 5, 2007
Pic marks the third time Scott has directed Crowe after Gladiator, which opened at $34. 8 million, and A Good Year, which debuted to a disappointing $3. (Variety)
Box office finally gets some buzz Nov 5, 2007
8-million for Gladiator, also directed by Scott, while Washington's was $29-million for Inside Man. These are two great actors telling this true story of Frank Lucas, said Nikki Rocco, head of distribution at Universal. (Globe and Mail)
American Gangster recalls the late 60's drug trade Nov 3, 2007
That American Gangster so fervently aspires to join that elite company is admirable, but just because Ridley Scott's (Gladiator, Black Hawk Down) film is a long, ambitious epic doesn't make it great. Aside from the solid performances and inherently interesting storyline there's a distinctly bland, almost indifferent tone to the proceedings, which forces it to lack style and emotion. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
'Gangster's' only enemy? Seinfeld Nov 2, 2007
Last year, Washington established his personal best, $29 million, with Spike Lee's thriller "Inside Man." And none of Crowe's films has opened to more than $35 million since "Gladiator" in 2000. . (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
'American Gangster': An arresting crime epic Nov 2, 2007
Director Ridley Scott (reuniting with his Gladiator star Crowe) is back in compelling territory after his dismal attempt at light romance last year with A Good Year, which also starred Crowe. Gangster is set in the early 1970s in and around New York City, though the saga spans continents. (USA Today -- Life)
Russell Crowe at his finest Nov 1, 2007
Gladiator (2000) His Maximus won him his only Oscar and has become a film icon. 3. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
No Tension on Set, `Gangster' Star Says Oct 30, 2007
"... If you can blend, if you can harmonize and you can sing together still from two completely separate points of view, now you are talking," said Crowe, 43, who won an Academy Award in 2001 for "Gladiator." He also received Oscar nominations for his roles in "The Insider" and "A Beautiful Mind.". Washington said he felt less pressure to perfect his role in "American Gangster" than he did for 1992's "Malcolm X" because the real-life Lucas put him at ease. (Newsmax)
Russell's intensity meets Denzel's mastery in 'Gangster' Oct 29, 2007
Crowe has appeared in three Scott films, and "it was clear the story was going to get a second life when Ridley got interested," Zaillian says of the director of Alien, Blade Runner and Gladiator ... "I'd get, 'Hey, Gladiator, not lookin' so good. Lookin' kind of old there.' ". (USA Today)
Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe: Two titans talk Oct 27, 2007
The director signed on, as did Crowe, who had developed a close relationship with Scott on the swords-and-sandals smash Gladiator and last year's A Good Year. Washington was lured back by the prospect of working with Crowe, who'd starred opposite him years before as a cyber-serial killer in the 1995 thriller flop Virtuosity. (Entertainment Weekly)
DiCaprio moped over virginity Oct 27, 2007
" The Australian actor is hoping Leonardo - who has since dated Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen and Israeli model Bar Rafaeli - can now compensate by regaling him with tales of his exciting sex life. The 'Gladiator' star said, "I'm hoping we have some time so he can fill in what's happened in between, maybe show some photos, because I'm sure life's different now. " Leonardo and Russell, 43, are currently working together on Ridley Scott's new film 'Body of Lies'. Leonardo recently ended his... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Its a great time for movie tough guys Oct 27, 2007
One of the better lines in a recent Academy Awards speech belonged to producer Douglas Wick, who, upon accepting the best picture Oscar for Gladiator, thanked Russell Crowe, adding, You filled a whole arena with the force of your face. . (MSNBC -- News)
American Gangster Oct 27, 2007
Washington (Training Day) and Crowe (Gladiator) lead a spectacular cast of accomplished and rising stars--including Chiwetel Ejiofor, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Josh Brolin, Armand Assante, RZA, John Ortiz, John Hawkes and Ted Levine. in this blistering tale of a true American entrepreneur directed by Oscar nominee Ridley Scott (Gladiator) and produced by Academy Award winner Brian Grazer (A Beautiful Mind) and Scott from a screenplay by Academy Award winner Steve Zaillian (Schindler's List). (FOX19.com, OH)
Denzel Plays 'Gangster' Oct 21, 2007
"He's without question the No. 1 black actor," says Scott, the director of "Gladiator" and "Black Hawk Down." "Denzel can hold the stage - whether it's on Broadway or in a movie - and he's always slightly beyond his material. He elevates everything he's doing.". Washington was interested but wanted to know what version of the movie Scott planned on making. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Hanks, Crowe, Washington? Must be Oscar bait Oct 20, 2007
Producer Brian Grazer convinced Ridley Scott (Gladiator) to step in. Web site: Release date: Nov. 2. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Why drug lord fascinates US Sep 30, 2007
Despite directing such classics as Bladerunner, Thelma and Louise, Gladiator and Alien, Scott has never won the award. He is one of the great Hollywood directors of all time. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Russell Crowe discovers reason he acts out Sep 27, 2007
He won the Best Actor Oscar for Gladiator in 2001 and currently stars in the Western 3:10 to Yuma. As a child in Australia, he had worked as an extra while his parents were film-location caterers. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
She's Got Legs: Spring Fashion Introduces the 'Cocktail Short' Sep 24, 2007
Shoes had a gladiator feeling, but there were also bootie-like sandals. Clunkiness in the shoe played off the lightness of the clothes, which was the touch that made collections feel modern. (Fox News)
Movie review: Best Western Sep 20, 2007
My favorite Crowe character is Maximus, in the 2000 Best Picture winner Gladiator. He brings a tremendous amount of emotional intensity and believability to every role. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Michigan plays to strengths for victory Sep 16, 2007
On Saturday the tables were turned, with Crowe the guest addressing the team before the game with lines from "Gladiator" and other films, encouraging the Wolverines to "play as one." In the postgame, he took the podium next to Carr at the coach's request, standing side-by-side with Michigan's embattled head man while befuddled media collectively shook their heads. "The way the season started, I could sense through what I was watching on TV that my friend was in a bit of pain, so I thought I'd... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Crowe set to play Star Trek baddie Sep 14, 2007
Crowe received an Oscar for his role in Gladiator. AAP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
More of this story Sep 14, 2007
AMERICAN GANGSTER: Russell Crowe plays a New York City narc looking to bring down a Harlem drug lord played by Denzel Washington in the latest action flick from director Ridley Scott (Gladiator ). BEE MOVIE: Jerry Seinfeld returns to the limelight with this odd animated tale about a bee filing a lawsuit against humanity for stealing its honey. (Brockton Enterprise, MA)
Crowe's career back on the rails with popular western Sep 13, 2007
Just five years ago the 43-year-old was the Australasian golden boy of Hollywood, with his manly roles bringing him three consecutive best actor nominations, including his 2001 Oscar win for Gladiator. But an alleged confrontation with a producer after the 2002 British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) awards in London and an assault charge after throwing a phone at a Manhattan concierge took attention away from his nuanced acting. (The Age)
2007 Fall movie preview Sep 12, 2007
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CROWE FLIES INTO NEW FILM OPTIONS Sep 11, 2007
Out cur rently with "3:10 to Yuma," he's now being courted for installment 11 of the "Star Trek" movies. " Lots of trillions for stuff like "Shrek," "Shrek 2," Shrek Whatever. Even TV's hit series "Las Vegas. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Western '3:10 to Yuma' steams its way to top Sep 11, 2007
"The genre films that have gone on to win best picture -- 'Gladiator,' 'Braveheart,' 'Unforgiven' -- all of them were commercial successes before they were award winners," he said. "Voters want to see a level of commercial success before they grant you awards success.". (CNN -- Showbiz)
Russell Crowe in Better Yuma Sep 10, 2007
The movie is Crowe's first number one opener since Gladiator, for which he won the Best Actor Academy Award ... Sorry, but Crowe won the Best Actor Academy Award for your role in GLADIATOR, and not for the A BEAUTIFUL MIND ... I know someone already posted but it is well known that Crowe won the Best Actor Oscar in 2001 for his role as Gen. Maximus in Gladiator because, he accepted the award wearing his grandfather's uniform and gave a very moving acceptance speech. (E! Online)
And The Early Oscar Buzz Goes To ... Sep 9, 2007
Crowe "might be nominated. He is back with Ridley Scott, a great director. You've got to remember that in 2000, he won an Oscar for 'Gladiator' (also directed by Scott), and has been nominated twice more," (for "The Insider" and "A Beautiful Mind"). Leatherman feels Crowe could be nominated for either movie. (CBS News)
Crowe filming in Maryland Sep 9, 2007
They teamed up for the Oscar-winning "Gladiator," 2006's "A Good Year" and "American Gangster," costarring Denzel Washington, which is scheduled for release this fall. On Friday, Crowe was in Annapolis, shooting two scenes at St. Andrew's United Methodist Day School, and the head of the school, Leslie A. Redwine, said she met Crowe and shook his hand. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
FILM REVIEW: '3:10 to Yuma' is right on time Sep 6, 2007
Although Ben Wade is no gladiator, Crowe's overall appearance allows Wade to transfer masculine ferocity outside of a coliseum and onto the open plain. How Christian Bale manages to go from "American Psycho" (2000) to "Batman Begins" (2005) to "3:10 to Yuma" is something almost impossible to understand. (U-Wire.com)
3:10 To Yuma Producers Interview Sep 6, 2007
Q: It states "Russell truly is himself in LA Confidential and Gladiator and 3:10 to Yuma and yet at the same time hes completely true to the period. I want to know what you meant when you said, "Russell truly is himself ... JAMES MANGOLD: "Gladiator. CATHY KONRAD: Oh yeah. And I also think in Hollywood every time I go to cast a movie or we go to cast a movie, somehow in my head before we get to the actual casting process, you think theres a lot more actors available... (MoviesOnline)
Crowe stars in parenting DVD Sep 5, 2007
The 'Gladiator' actor features on 'Raising Children,' which has been made by the Australian Government to educate parents on bringing up their children. He said, "It's about informing new parents, taking away fears, breaking through mythologies. It follows the way the baby grows and all that sort of stuff and what you can expect at certain times. It's a great resource for parents.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Crowe and DiCaprio in new body of work Sep 2, 2007
Although Body Of Lies is the first film Crowe and DiCaprio have worked on together, Ridley Scott has directed Crowe in films ranging from Gladiator to A Good Year and American Gangster. Body Of Lies is based on the novel by David Ignatius. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Christian Bale, Russell Crowe Reveal Which '3:10 To Yuma' Co-Star Has Been Sharing Bale's Bed Aug 28, 2007
BEVERLY HILLS, California Between "L.A. Confidential," "Batman Begins," "Gladiator," "The Prestige" and "A Beautiful Mind," they've given us some of the best films of the past decade. From "The Insider" to "The Machinist," they've. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Oscar's fallen stars rise again Aug 25, 2007
A bad choice) have sucker-punched the once manly Maximus of 2000's "Gladiator." "Even "Master and Commander," which earned excellent reviews, didn't do well," Bona says. "What he needs to do is to go back to his roots, when he was seen as an accomplished actor who just happened to be a leading man," Bona says. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Can these Oscar winners rediscover the gold? Aug 22, 2007
A bad choice) have sucker-punched the once manly Maximus of 2000's Gladiator. "Even Master and Commander, which earned excellent reviews, didn't do well," Bona says. (USA Today -- Life)
Leonardo DiCaprio And Russell Crowe Will Be A Good 'Fit' In CIA Flick, Ridley Scott Hopes Aug 16, 2007
Ridley Scott is the legendary mastermind behind such films as "Blade Runner" and "Gladiator." And "Body of Lies" ... "We have that kind of conversation," Scott said of the star, who has previously been his leading man in "Gladiator," "A Good Year" and November's "American Gangster." "You give the audience a long list that's absolutely definitive as to who this character must be but, for the most part, that's bullsh--. What I think makes [Crowe] most engaging is that he can fit into anything.... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Countdown To Stanford Football 2007 Aug 12, 2007
Nickname: House I would describe myself as a person as: Focused What people don t know about me is: How I picked up long snapping The reason I love football is: The life lessons you learn I pattern my play after: David Binn For me to improve as a person, I need to: Not overanalyze things My favorite pre-game ritual is: A long stretch The teammate I admire the most is: Mark Bradford My favorite stadium in which to play is: Arizona State A friend from another college football team is: Mike Carley... (Gostanford.com)
A box-office banker: How Matt Damon became Hollywood's leading man Aug 8, 2007
No Russell Crowe - who, according to Forbes, provides the worst value for money of any big star because his price tag is sky-high ($20m per picture of thereabouts) and his record on drawing in audiences is middling to poor ever since his back-to-back Oscar nomination appearances in Gladiator and A Beautiful Mind more than six years ago. What the members of the list all have in common is that they are not grotesquely overpaid. (Independent)
