This Is Just an OK Movie Oct 3, 2009
Despite the ambitious scope of its premise, this confounding, disappointing and, in the end, depressing movie is content to devote 80 percent of its screen time to wondering who gets to kiss the girla girl who, this time around, is played by the considerably blander Jennifer Garner ... But shortly thereafter, like your funniest and smartest college friend settling for a subpar spouse, The Invention of Lying breaks your heart by giving itself over to a noxious romantic plot involving Anna, the... (Slate)
Movie review: Gervais honestly good in 'Lying' Oct 3, 2009
In the course of one day, Mark is fired from his job, brushed off by a woman (Jennifer Garner) who likes him but doesn't want "fat, snub-nosed kids," and evicted from his apartment. Heading to the bank to take out enough money to satiate his landlord, Mark suddenly has the idea to say something that isn't true. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Pants on Fire! The Inspired Invention of Lying Oct 3, 2009
" Mind you, that's what everyone else calls him too; for the movie posits a world in which people are compelled to speak the truth, however harsh it sounds, because they haven't recognized either the social utility of telling folks what they want to hear or the potential for career advancement--not to mention bank-robbing--in bending the facts. So Mark's colleagues at the film studio where he's a writer feel obliged to inform him that he's about to be fired. And when he finally snags a date with... (Time.com)
Funny and inventive Oct 3, 2009
Starring Ricky Gervais and Jennifer Garner ... In the movie's first scene, Mark shows up for a first date with Anna (Jennifer Garner), who tells him that she has no intention of ever going to bed with him ... Jennifer Garner has never been better onscreen. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
REVIEW: 'Invention of Lying' has big laughs, and some flaws Oct 2, 2009
A match made with a few embellishments: Jennifer Garner is Anna, who says flat-out she's not attracted to struggling writer Mark (Ricky Gervais) until he figures out how to lie ... The Invention of Lying* * * (out of four)Stars: Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Rob Lowe, Jonah Hill, Tina Fey, Jeffrey TamborDirectors: Ricky Gervais and Matthew RobinsonDistributor: Warner Bros. (USA Today -- Life)
'The Invention of Lying' Oct 2, 2009
Starring: Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner ... He's a loser whose date, Anna (Jennifer Garner), takes a call from her mother and describes him as a bit fat with a funny little snub nose, concluding, "I won't be sleeping with him." And yes, he's sitting right there listening. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
‘Invention of Lying’ hits a nerve, then loses it Oct 2, 2009
Jennifer Garner and Ricky Gervais in The Invention of Lying, set in an alternate Earth where everyone tells the truth ... Mark is sweet for a leggy ditz named Anna (Jennifer Garner), who thinks he s rather nice but won t risk the genetic possibility of kids who might look like him ... Starring: Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner. (Boston Globe)
Cure for a truth-ache Oct 2, 2009
Gervais plays Mark, a shapeless pudding of a man yearning for the nearest pretty girl (played with maximum blandness by Jennifer Garner) whom he fails to impress on a blind date -- in a world where all people, everywhere, always tell the truth ... Gervais plays Mark, a shapeless pudding of a man yearning for the nearest pretty girl (played with maximum blandness by Jennifer Garner) whom he fails to impress on a blind date -- in a world where all people, everywhere, always tell the truth ... AP... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Fla. college ready for flesh-eating zombie attack Oct 2, 2009
Jennifer Garner, Jonah Hill, Jeffrey Tambor and Tina Fey co-star. Zombieland. (Fresno Bee)
What's Playing Oct 1, 2009
Jennifer Garner, Jonah Hill, Jeffrey Tambor and Tina Fey co-star. (Rene Rodriguez, McClatchy Newspapers) 100 min. PG-13. (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Lying' Filmmaker Proud Of 'Invention' Oct 1, 2009
But Mark's life changes dramatically when he develops the ability to lie, which leads him to fame and fortune, but not to the woman (Jennifer Garner) he truly loves ... Starring: Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner and Rob Lowe ... We have images of the new Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner and Rob Lowe comedy "The Invention of Lying." See them in our our slideshow. (Click2Houston, TX)
'Lying's' Lowe: Star High On Unique 'Invention' Oct 1, 2009
In the film, opening Friday, Lowe plays Brad, a handsome colleague of Mark's who antagonizes his fellow writer with his brutal yet truthful comments, and even worse, his advances on Anna (Jennifer Garner), the girl of Mark's dreams ... "Not only are people telling the truth, but when they are, there is no price to be paid. When I tell Jennifer Garner's character, 'Look, 'I know you're not fat now but you could be fat in 10 years, so don't order the chicken, just have a salad,' she doesn't go 'Oh... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Honestly, Invention of Lying isnt very funny Oct 1, 2009
He goes on a blind date with Anna (Jennifer Garner) and charms her somewhat, despite the fact that she goes on and on about how unattractive she finds him and how hes not remotely in her league ... Starring: Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Rob Lowe, Tina FeyDirectors: Ricky Gervais, Matthew RobinsonRun time: 1 hour, 39 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13 ... Jennifer Garner, Ricky Gervais and Rob Lowe hit the red carpet at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood where they chat about Garner hiding her... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Truth be told, family comes first for Garner Sep 30, 2009
Jennifer Garner is ensconced on a plush sofa in a fancy hotel suite. Although some actresses have displayed a lot of flesh during the Toronto International Film Festival, she is primly attired in a pastel sleeveless sheath. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Sweepstakes: 'The Invention of Lying' Movie Prizes Sep 25, 2009
"The Invention of Lying" also stars Jennifer Garner, Jonah Hill, Louis C.K., Jeffrey Tambor and Fionnula Flanagan, with Rob Lowe and Tina Fey. The comedy is written and directed by Ricky Gervais & Matthew Robinson. (KIRO TV, WA)
Newest Celtics out and about Sep 23, 2009
Garner knows her Sox It s no wonder Jennifer Garner knows a thing or two about the BoSox. Appearing Monday night on The Jay Leno Show, Ben Affleck s better half said the Old Towne Team is always on the TV - 162 [games. (Boston Globe)
Daily guide to television and radio Sep 22, 2009
Jennifer Garner; comedian Joe Wong. Also: Paolo Nutini performs. (Boston Globe)
DVD Report: This week's new releases (Sept. 20) Sep 20, 2009
With Jennifer Garner. Extras: production featurettes and deleted scenes on Blu-ray only. (Boston Globe)
Toronto Film Festival: Oscar Buzz Begins Sep 20, 2009
"The best movies come out of Toronto, and I hope we're one of them!" said Lowe's co-star, Jennifer Garner. "People are already talking Oscar up here," said Jacobs. (CBS News)
Fall 2009 movie preview Sep 18, 2009
Jennifer Garner costars. Surrogates -- (Or, Bruce Willis in a Wig. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Scoop: Lindsay Lohan shows little sis the night life Sep 16, 2009
At this years Toronto Film Festival, Jennifer Garner, George Clooney and Rob Lowe all showed up sans dates at the Invention of Lying after party hosted by Blackberry, and not a single story of trouble or misbehaving erupted. See, Hollywood can behave. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Infotainment Sep 16, 2009
Invention of LyingToronto: Actress Jennifer Garner arrives for the Invention of Lying film screening during the 34th Toronto International Film Festival. reuters. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Must-see movies: We're still looking for blue skies through those falling leaves Sep 15, 2009
Jennifer Garner, Tina Fey and many other amusing folks co-star. 3. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Starts Thursday Sep 15, 2009
The film boasts a talented cast including Jason Bateman ("Arrested Development"), Jennifer Garner ("Juno"), Tina Fey ("30 Rock") and Jonah Hill ("Superbad"). "The Invention of Lying" will open the program in Napa on Thursday, Sept. 24, at the Napa Valley Expo. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Movie Matters: Worthy fall films give us something to look forward to Sep 14, 2009
Gervais plays the first man to tell a fib, and not surprisingly, he ll try to use his new secret weapon to get a girl (Jennifer Garner) who s way out of his league. Where the Wild Things Are (10/16). (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
A look at this fall’s movies Sep 13, 2009
The Invention of Lying In a world in which people tell only the truth, Ricky Gervais plays a man who accidentally discovers that fibbing will get him what he wants, which seems to be Jennifer Garner in his bed. With Jonah Hill, Rob Lowe, and Tina Fey. (Boston Globe)
Another Slumdog? Sep 11, 2009
Ricky Gervais stars with Jennifer Garner in The Invention of Lying. Ricky Gervais will be at the festival for the world premiere of his comedy The Invention of Lying - a fantasy set in a world where nobody lies. (BBC News -- Americas)
Celeb Rehab Success Sep 8, 2009
He's been sober since then and after the media circus of Bennifer, he's settled down with wife Jennifer Garner and their two daughters, Violet and Seraphina. Andy Dick. (Fox News)
Top 10 Disney/Marvel Comics Sep 8, 2009
The TV spy drama that made Jennifer Garner famous had a reasonably long lifespan on ABC. It lasted five seasons before finally being canceled due to low ratings. But those five seasons weren't enough for the more dedicated viewers. (IGN FilmForce)
Fantastic Four Reboot Dream Cast Sep 7, 2009
Fox tends to tap rising TV talent for their feature film projects, see Jennifer Garner in Elektra, or Chiklis in the original F4 films. Hamm is the Clooney of cable TV right now. (IGN FilmForce)
Garnering attention Sep 5, 2009
While her husband Ben Affleck was busy yesterday working on his new movie, The Town, Jennifer Garner took advantage of the fine weather to go for a stroll with her girls, Violet Anne and Seraphina Rose Elizabeth. As they did when Ben was here shooting Gone Baby Gone, the couple s bunking at the Cambridge home of ART founder Robert Brustein. (Boston Globe)
Goodbye summer! Sep 4, 2009
Seriously, why anyone would pay such boring actors (Jennifer Garner included) to act totally beats me. Also, watching Drag Me To Hell got me wishing that somebody would actually come and drag me off my seat at the cinema, away from the horrific show that was playing on the screen. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Vampires, Liars Lead Fall Film Casts Sep 4, 2009
Living the Lie: Ricky Gervais directs, co-writes and stars as the world's first fibber in "The Invention of Lying," featuring Jennifer Garner and Tina Fey in a comedy about an alternate reality where everyone tells the truth until one man discovers the benefits of dishonesty. Matt Damon and Steven Soderbergh, collaborators on the "Ocean's Eleven" romps, reunite for the whistleblower tale "The Informant!," based on Kurt Eichenwald's book about Archers Daniel Midland executive Mark Whitacre, who... (CBS News -- Entertainment)
The PG's Fall Movie Preview Sep 3, 2009
": Matt Damon plays the highest ranking corporate whistleblower in American history in this Steven Soderbergh movie based on a book about a real-life rising star at Archer Daniels Midland. "Love Happens": Romantic drama starring Jennifer Aniston as a florist who has sworn off men and Aaron Eckhart as a self-help author who comes to Seattle to teach a sold-out seminar. "Jennifer's Body": Diablo Cody, who became a screenwriting sensation with "Juno," uses horror laced with comedy to mine the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
She's got game Sep 3, 2009
Spotted: Jennifer Garner and her two daughters grabbing slices to go at the Upper Crust Pizzeria yesterday afternoon in Cambridge. Read the Names blog at. (Boston Globe)
Vampires, Toys Take To The Screen This Fall Aug 31, 2009
So I know there are wonders out there and I know that nature is infinitely more inventive not only than we imagined, but than we can imagine," Cameron said. ___ LIVING THE LIE: Ricky Gervais directs, co-writes and stars as the world's first fibber in "The Invention of Lying," featuring Jennifer Garner and Tina Fey in a comedy about an alternate reality where everyone tells the truth -- until one man discovers the benefits of dishonesty. Matt Damon and Steven Soderbergh, collaborators on the... (Click2Houston, TX)
Hermit who iced mom lives solitary life Aug 23, 2009
Schuth gave a bizarre speech in court laced with Latin, demanding more roles for actress Jennifer Garner and fewer for her husband, Ben Affleck. Schuth told the La Crosse Tribune newspaper he didn't know how he'd survive attacks in prison and would try to spend the "rest of my life" in solitary confinement. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Movie Babe of the Day: Rachel Nichols Aug 4, 2009
That same year saw Nichols take a recurring role on ABC's hit espionage drama Alias, where she appeared alongside star Jennifer Garner. Nichols played agent Rachel Gibson, protege to Garner's Sydney Bristow character. (IGN FilmForce)
Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner Kissing In 'Valentine's Day' Set Photos Aug 1, 2009
After photos of Swift alongside "Twilight" star Taylor Lautner emerged late Thursday, MTV News contacted the singer's rep to confirm her casting in the film, which also stars Jamie Foxx, Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Garner. "She has been confirmed for the ensemble cast," said her rep, who wouldn't specify any further what her role in the film is. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Cruise, Mel Gibson shoot films close to Seacoast Jul 26, 2009
Starring: Ricky Gervais, Jonah Hill, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Patrick Stewart, Rob Lowe, Christopher Guest, Jeffrey Tambor. Directed by: Ricky Gevais and Matthew Robinson. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
They're on board with helping city kids Jul 23, 2009
Affleck, who dined with a mostly female group of pals (his wife, Jennifer Garner, is out in Los Angeles at the moment), ordered up Kobe beef dumplings, saut. ed spinach, a 14-ounce New York sirloin, and a few bottles of wine for the table. (Boston Globe)
Darwin biopic to launch Toronto Jul 16, 2009
Ricky Gervais stars with Jennifer Garner in The Invention of Lying. The Office and Extras creator stars in the film as a writer living in a world where mendacity does not exist. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Connelly, Bettany open film fest with Darwin tale Jul 15, 2009
Other films announced by festival organizers include Matt Damon and Steven Soderbergh's whistle-blower saga "The Informant"; Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner and Tina Fey's fantasy comedy "The Invention of Lying"; Clive Owen's widower drama "The Boys Are Back"; Michael Douglas' womanizer tale "Solitary Man"; Neil Jordan and Colin Farrell's Irish fairy tale "Ondine"; Robert Duvall, Bill Murray and Sissy Spacek's Depression-era drama "Get Low"; and Tim Blake Nelson's comic story "Leaves of Grass,"... (FOX 11, AZ)
Menounos: producer, star, trash picker Jul 1, 2009
Lying stars Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Rob Lowe, Tina Fey, Jonah Hill, and Newton comedian Louis C.K. We only wish there was more local scenery in the preview. The movie is due out in September. (Boston Globe)
Suffering from the invasion of celebrity Jun 26, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Wintour Pushes Envoy Agenda Jun 25, 2009
Also at the table were Graydon Carter, Jennifer Garner and designer Nicolas Ghesquiere. Vanity Fair writer Vicky Ward stopped by the table to say hello as Princess Firyal of Jordan, Ron Perelman and Clive Davis looked on. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Business and pleasure Jun 18, 2009
Ben, meanwhile, took a break from his movie duties the other night to attend the Sox game with wife Jennifer Garner. The couple sat in owner John Henry s front-row seats. (Boston Globe)
* OTHER RELEASES Jun 5, 2009
Can these spoilsport specters steer marauding Matthew toward marital bliss with sweetie-pie Jennifer Garner. Who gives a crap. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Disney's 'Up' Rises to Top of Weekend Box Office Jun 1, 2009
In ninth was romantic comedy "Ghosts of Girlfriends Past," starring Matthew McConaughey and Jennifer Garner, earning $1. 9 million. (SmartMoney)
Au revoir, Aujourd'hui May 26, 2009
Four Seasons spokeswoman Kristan Fletcher tells us that famous folks including recent visitor Jennifer Garner tend to choose the Bristol Lounge over Aujourd'hui. "Even when they have the money," Fletcher said, "they go downstairs.". (Boston Globe)
Congressman Affleck meets the press May 22, 2009
The actor, who with actress wife Jennifer Garner has just bought a $US17. 55-million ($22. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Bullock, McConaughey ready to create sparks May 21, 2009
Can Matthew McConaughey and Jennifer Garner create sparks ... Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner, Lacey Chabert, Emma Stone, Christina Milan, Michael Douglas, Breckin Meyer, Robert Forster Director: Mark Waters Story: McConaughey stars as celebrity photographer Connor Mead, who loves women a lot of them. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Ben Affleck enjoying the State hes in May 21, 2009
Certainly his growing family with actress Jennifer Garner is a factor she gave birth to the couple's second daughter in January. But perhaps it's just that, at 36, hes getting older and wiser. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Tom Hanks' 'Angels' No. 1 with $48 million take May 18, 2009
The Jennifer Garner comedy Ghosts of Girlfriends Past was fourth with $6. 9 million, followed by the Beyonc. (USA Today -- Life)
Sutherland Returns Home After Assault May 14, 2009
Jennifer Garner teling tales; plus, Hilary Duff, Bristol Palin, Tim Hanks and Leonardo DiCaprio. Stories. (CBS News)
'Oscar Wao's' stage name: 'Fuk Americanus' May 13, 2009
Oscar Wao's' stage name: 'Fuk Americanus. Article:'Oscar Wao's' stage name: 'Fuk Americanus':/c/a/2009/05/11/DD4K17H871. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Julia Roberts heads all-star romantic comedy: report May 13, 2009
Roberts will play an army officer on leave from Iraq in an all-star romantic comedy also featuring Anne Hathaway, Jessica Alba, Shirley MacLaine and Jennifer Garner, it was reported Tuesday. LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Julia Roberts will play an army officer on leave from Iraq in an all-star romantic comedy also featuring Anne Hathaway, Jessica Alba, Shirley MacLaine and Jennifer Garner, it was reported Tuesday ... Roberts will play an army officer on leave from Iraq in an all-star romantic comedy also... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Scott Speedman's film career just keeps on accelerating May 12, 2009
Jennifer Garner: You barely noticed her on Felicity when she played Hannah Bibb, who cried over Foley's Noel Crane in the bathroom. Going on with Abrams to lead the action-packed CIA drama Alias, she has since moved on to star in her fair share of romantic comedies. (USA Today -- Life)
Scoop: Obamas outshine Cruise, Holmes May 11, 2009
His wife, Jennifer Garner, was supposed to attend, too, and a rep for Affleck said that Garner had to take care of the kids, and Affleck had to cancel at the last minute because he got really sick. Just couldnt do it. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
'Star Trek' boldly goes to number one May 11, 2009
Trailing a distant third was romantic comedy "Ghosts of Girlfriends Past," starring Matthew McConaughey and Jennifer Garner, which earned 10. 45 million in its second week. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Palmer hangs out in Lexington May 11, 2009
He and honey Jennifer Garner were spotted at beloved Cambridge hole-in-the-wall River Gods munching on skewers. Meals with moms Mark Wahlberg is a good boy. (Boston Globe)
President mocks press at dinner: 'All of you voted for me'... May 11, 2009
The evening's guest list featured (in no particular order): Glenn Close; Robert De Niro; Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck; Natalie Portman; Stevie Wonder; Sting; Taye Diggs; John Cusack; Demi Moore; Alicia Keys; Brad Paisley; Eva Longoria Parker; Forest Whitaker; Jon Hamm; Chris "Ludacris" Bridges; young actors Miranda Cosgrove and Chace Crawford; and, for good measure, directors George Lucas and Steven Spielberg. In the ballroom, Tom Cruise and his wife, Katie Holmes, obliged photo requests --... (The Drudge Report)
Chance for Obama to Jab at D.C.'s Establishment May 10, 2009
Among those expected to attend were Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Eva Longoria Parker, Ashton Kutcher, Alicia Keys, Jimmy Fallon, Samuel L. Jackson and Jon Bon Jovi. Pilot hero pilot Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger was expected, too. (Newsmax)
Jury Clears Snoop Dogg Of Assault May 9, 2009
Jennifer Garner teling tales; plus, Hilary Duff, Bristol Palin, Tim Hanks and Leonardo DiCaprio. Photo Essay. (CBS News)
Movie review: In 'The Soloist,' Downey Jr. is its heart, soul May 9, 2009
The screenplay is written by Susannah Grant, who had success with Erin Brockovich (2000) and also wrote and directed the very under-rated Catch and Release (2007) starring Jennifer Garner. There is some terrific dialogue throughout, but also several meaningless bits that did not further the story. (Santa Maria Times)
