Brad Pitt extolls virtues of N.O. at film premiere Dec 2, 2008
"I think it offers an enthusiasm for one. I think there's a tremendous potential crew base here, that can make films and I think that the locations are a wide variety of looks and feeling to such a beautiful city, that it really offers a lot of opportunity," said producer Kathleen Kennedy. Benjamin Button was originally scheduled for filming in Boston, but plans changed, and producers say New Orleans gave them exactly what they were looking for. (WWLTV.com, LA)
2008 Shootout men's team profiles Nov 24, 2008
Famous alum who wasn't a jock: Kathleen Kennedy, producer of the movie E.T., and others. Alaska connection: San Diego State played in the 2005 Top of the World Classic in Fairbanks. (Anchorage Daily News)
2 rivals in talks to finance 'Tintin' films Nov 1, 2008
Kathleen Kennedy, a producer of Spielberg's project, did not respond to a query. Peter Nelson, a lawyer for Jackson, declined to comment, as did a Sony Pictures spokesman, Steve Elzer. (International Herald Tribune)
Did 'SOUTH PARK' go too far this time? Oct 11, 2008
South Park' vs. Lucas and Spielberg: Too far. What you're watching. (The Drudge Report)
Burn after reading Sep 6, 2008
Produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall (pictured here at the Sheridan Opera House with Fincher), Button has a burnished sepia polish. According to Paramount production exec Brad Weston, the movie has been cut by another five minutes down to "a little over two and half hours," he said. (Variety)
From Tehran with love Aug 15, 2008
The series caught the attention of Catherine Deneuve, the doyenne of French cinema, and producer Kathleen Kennedy, who has worked on Steven Spielberg's films for more than 30 years. "When I read a book I like, I also have the good fortune to be able to pick up the phone and ask the writer if they'd like to make a movie," Kennedy says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The Latest Chapter of the Greatest Adventure of All Time Becomes the Highly Anticipated DVD and Blu-ray Release of 2008 INDIANA JONES and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Aug 13, 2008
Directed by Steven Spielberg and produced by Frank Marshall, with George Lucas and Kathleen Kennedy as executive producers, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is the newest adventure in the phenomenally successful INDIANA JONES series, which has earned six Academy Awards and over $2 billion worldwide. Set in 1957, the film stars Harrison Ford, Cate Blanchett, Karen Allen, Shia LaBeouf, Ray Winstone and John Hurt, following Indy on a perilous adventure to find the coveted Crystal... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lucas: No More Indy Without Ford Aug 8, 2008
"Yeah, it's Mutt Williams and the search for Elvis.". Lucas sat down with AP Television at his Big Rock Ranch outside San Francisco, where he said he didn't pay much attention to the reception from critics and fans to Crystal Skull, a sci-fi adventure set in the 1950s. (Time.com)
Ponyo on a Cliff Trailer, Early Rev... Jul 22, 2008
net, producers Frank Marshall and Kathleen Kennedy will try to bring Ponyo on a Cliff to North America sometime in 2009. The copyright of the article Ponyo on a Cliff Trailer, Early Reviews in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' Passes $300 Million Domestically and $400 Million Overseas for $713 Million Worldwide to Date Jul 1, 2008
June 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Paramount Pictures and Lucasfilm Ltd.'s "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," directed by Steven Spielberg, produced by Frank Marshall and executive produced by George Lucas and Kathleen Kennedy, crossed the $300 million mark domestically yesterday -- and topped $400 million overseas last Friday ... The executive producers are George Lucas and Kathleen Kennedy. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Oscar winner Stan Winston dies Jun 18, 2008
Producer Kathleen Kennedy told The Hollywood Reporter: "He has a tremendous impact in the world of special effects and makeup and bringing things to life that, for the most part, only existed in people's imaginations. We had an extraordinary working relations with Stan going back over 20 years. He was one of those wonderful personalities to have on the set because Stan was always laughing, always making jokes, and ultimately he delivered what you often thought was impossible." ... " Producer... (Hollywood Reporter)
Behind the Magic of Jurassic Park Jun 17, 2008
"We were trying to be credible," co-producer Kathleen Kennedy says. "But we were also making a movie.". (Time.com)
Sizzling eco talk Jun 12, 2008
Remembering Robert KennedyThe oldest of Bobby Kennedy's 11 children, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, discussed her father's legacy at last night's Robert F. Kennedy Children's Action Corps gala, held at the JFK Library. Forty years after RFK's assassination, the former Maryland lieutenant governor presented Embracing the Legacy awards to Ellen Bassuk, Don Rodman, Gerry Wright, and Barry Zuckerman for their contributions to improving the lives of children and families. (Boston Globe)
Is George Lucas Repeating Himself? May 23, 2008
Harrison Ford and Indy executive producer Kathleen Kennedy may have letters of the closed variety for George Lucas. Paramount Article Tools. (Time.com)
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull May 20, 2008
Executive producers, George Lucas, Kathleen Kennedy. Co-producer, Denis L. Stewart. (Variety)
Call it post-studio stress disorder Apr 11, 2008
Producers who were once exclusively in biz with the majors are increasingly rubbing shoulders with the indies at events like the Spirit Awards, from Walter Parkes and Laurie MacDonald ("The Kite Runner") and Laurence Mark and Scott Frank ("The Lookout") to Kathleen Kennedy ("The Diving Bell and the Butterfly" and "Persepolis"). If they want to get their more difficult projects made, going the indie or specialty division route are the only ways to get it done. (Variety)
Newest "Indiana Jones" being filmed on Big Island (1) Apr 8, 2008
The producer is Frank Marshall and the executive producer is Kathleen Kennedy. The movie started production in Deming, N.M., and it will be distributed by Paramount Pictures for an expected May 2008 release. (Helena Independent Record)
'Narnia's' Johnson rides hot streak Feb 8, 2008
Thankfully, an Americanized adaptation from Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall earmarked for Paramount -- set in Brentwood and featuring not Turkish Delight but cheeseburgers -- never jelled, and the blockbuster returns for the first "Harry Potter" pic gave Walden the confidence to proceed with a British-accented series. Johnson is also shepherding the third "Narnia" adaptation, "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. After being stymied by the WGA strike, it's scheduled to start filming in November... (Variety)
Senator Edward Kennedy chooses Obama, spurning Bill Clinton plea Jan 28, 2008
Trying to dilute the impact of the twin endorsements by the brother and daughter of the late president, the Clinton campaign on Sunday issued a statement of support from Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, a former lieutenant governor in Maryland and a daughter of Robert Kennedy. "I respect Caroline and Teddy's decision but I have made a different choice," her statement said, adding: "At this moment when so much is at stake at home and overseas, I urge our fellow Americans to support Hillary Clinton.... (International Herald Tribune)
Thompson on Hollywood Jan 18, 2008
Critic and AFI film jury chair Leonard Maltin defended the inclusion of the French-language The Diving Bell and the Butterfly on the basis of its American producers, Jon Kilik and Kathleen Kennedy, and director Julian Schnabel. Judd Apatow objected to the benign little scene of Knocked Up chosen by the AFI, Maltin said. (Variety)
Bafta Nominations Jan 16, 2008
Film Not In The English Language: The Diving Bell And The Butterfly - Kathleen Kennedy/ Jon Kilik/ Julian Schnabel The Kite Runner - William Horberg/ Walter Parkes/ Rebecca Yeldham/ Marc Foster The Lives Of Others - Quirin Berg/ Max Wiedemann/ Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck Lust, Caution - Bill Kong/ James Schamus/ Ang Lee La Vie En Rose - Alain Goldman/ Olivier Dahan. Cate Blanchett. (Sky News)
Producers ignore Globes' picks Jan 15, 2008
" Several honorary awards will also be handed out at the 19th annual gala Feb. 2, including the David O. Selznick Achievement Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures to Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall, the Norman Lear Achievement Award in Television to Dick Wolf and the Stanley Kramer Award to "The Great Debaters. " AP-NY-01-14-08 1806EST | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | PARTNERS | | | | | | Copyright ? 2008, azcentral.com. All rights reserved. Users of this site agree to the... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Directors chew the fat Jan 12, 2008
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Producers as auteurs Jan 8, 2008
Perhaps the most surprising turn among topline producers belongs to Kathleen Kennedy, who has helped shepherd two French-based films, "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly" and "Persepolis," both of which are enjoying charmed lives from their prizewinning launches at Cannes on through to their current platformed domestic releases at the height of awards season. For this longtime producing partner with Steven Spielberg (as far back as "E.T" 26 years ago), the swivel away from quintessential... (Variety)
Scott Rudin drove 'No Country' Dec 7, 2007
Several of this season's award contenders only came into existence because producers like Scott Rudin, Kathleen Kennedy and William Horberg willed them into being ... "Also making a transition from big-budget producer to more indie fare is Kathleen Kennedy, who has produced many studio films for director Steven Spielberg ("E.T.," "Schindler's List," "Munich") and with her husband and Kennedy/Marshall partner, Frank Marshall ("Arachnophobia," "Congo," "Seabiscuit"). Oddly, Kennedy found herself... (Variety)
'Speaking' through left eye Dec 1, 2007
Kathleen Kennedy, who has produced most of Spielberg's films, bought the film rights after they lapsed under its first owner. Initially, Johnny Depp was to star, but when "Pirates of the Caribbean" became a franchise, he withdrew. (CNN -- International)
Lee Grant's 10 book-to-box office adaptations that worked Dec 1, 2007
Kathleen Kennedy, the San Diego State grad, co-produced with Eastwood. Brokeback Mountain (2005): Whether gay or straight, Brokeback Mountain hits viewers in the heart. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
The 'Diving' development Nov 22, 2007
At a dinner celebrating the Gotham premiere of "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly," on Nov. 14, pic's producer Kathleen Kennedy explained the film's evolution. "Johnny Depp was our first choice to star in the movie," she said. (Variety)
Julian Schnabel: A painter first, and then a director Nov 19, 2007
The rights to "The Diving Bell" had been bought by the veteran Hollywood producer Kathleen Kennedy, who planned to make the movie with Universal Pictures and with Johnny Depp as the star. Depp, a friend of Schnabel who played two roles in "Before Night Falls," was interested and said he wanted Schnabel as the director. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Maguire vs. Hitler Nov 17, 2007
That was the word Thursday at a lunch for Diving Bell" director Julian Schnabel and Amalric. Even though sources insist it s true, Amalric would neither confirm nor deny. Since his Diving Bell character communicates through blinking, we thought of asking him to do just that one for yes, two for no but thought better of it. Anyway, expect a formal announcement shortly. This is a done deal. For the untitled Bond movie s director Marc Forster, Amalric is a brilliant choice. He s a youthful looking... (Fox News)
Scribe deftly handles "Cholera," paralysis Nov 16, 2007
Producer Kathleen Kennedy brought "Diving Bell" to Harwood before director Julian Schnabel became involved. Similarly, "Cholera" producer Scott Steindorff turned to Harwood before enlisting Mike Newell as director. (Reuters)
Screenwriters follow different paths Nov 2, 2007
But Harwood says even he panicked when producer Kathleen Kennedy presented him with the challenge of adapting "Diving Bell," the true story of a quadriplegic who writes his deathbed memoir by blinking one eyelid. "I couldn't think that the audience would look at scene after scene of a man paralyzed through the whole movie," he says. (Variety)
Steven Moffat Writes Tintin Oct 4, 2007
Spielberg's long-time production partner Kathleen Kennedy will produce the films, alongside Spielberg and Jackson. Unusually, WETA (Jackson's special effects company) will design the animation for the movies, instead of DreamWorks Animation's in-house crew. (Suite101.com)
Countries ready their Oscar entries Sep 21, 2007
Films, with Kathleen Kennedy exec producing. Dreamachine handled international sales. (Variety)
What to see as the Show goes up Aug 31, 2007
From Cannes, Julien Schnabel s The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, produced by part-time local Kathleen Kennedy ... Marjane Satrapi and Vincent Parronaud s Persepolis, produced by Kathleen Kennedy. (Telluride Daily Planet, CO)
Video Update Aug 15, 2007
August 13, 2007 - The has been updated with a new video segment for Indiana Jones IV. The piece, titled "Reuniting the Family," includes new interviews with director Steven Spielberg, star Harrison Ford, creator-exec producer George Lucas and producers Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall. Besides a quick glimpse of Spielberg talking to Ford and co-star Shia LaBeouf on a university set and one shot of Spielberg picking Indy's fedora off the ground, the segment does not include any real new... (IGN FilmForce)
Indy's hat, and pants, still fit Ford Jul 19, 2007
"I have to say, he looks amazing," said Kathleen Kennedy, the film's co-executive producer, along with George Lucas. The action star is doing many of his own stunts in the latest film. (Toronto Star)
Ford can still wear Indy's trousers Jul 16, 2007
"I have to say, he looks amazing," said Kathleen Kennedy, the film's co-executive producer, along with George Lucas. "He looks fantastic in the outfit.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Indiana Jones' producers consider filming in Hawaii Jul 15, 2007
I have to say, he looks amazing, said Kathleen Kennedy, the film s co-executive producer, along with George Lucas. He looks fantastic in the outfit. (KHOU.com, TX)
'Indiana Jones' star Harrison Ford sore from doing stunts Jul 14, 2007
There are 25 to 30 stunt performers working on the Big Island portion of the production, but executive producer Kathleen Kennedy said the 65-year-old Ford still handles his own leaps and falls during filming. "He's doing them, he just has a few more ice packs and a few more massages," Kennedy told reporters today. (Honolulu Advertiser)
‘Indy' producer a hands-on kind of guy Jul 4, 2007
"Marshall's wife, Kathleen Kennedy, who is also a producer and whose professional relationship with director Steven Spielberg goes back to "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" in 1982, is executive producer for "Indiana Jones 4" and has been in New Haven, too.Marshall said the state's 30 percent business tax credit had a lot to do with locating the film's chase scene in New Haven, but there were other factors."Yale really fit into the requirements we had for the story and Steven was very familiar with... (New Haven Register, CT)
Star Harrison Ford arrives for 'Indiana Jones' shoot Jun 28, 2007
"Maybe if my name had been different ..." said producer Frank Marshall, who along his wife, executive producer Kathleen Kennedy, met with the press Wednesday night with location manager Mike Fantasia. Marshall said the decision to look at Yale was based on brief exterior scenes shot for "Raiders" at the University of the Pacific in California, a school often chosen for its resemblance to Ivy League schools. (New Haven Register, CT)
Kilik cruises in Cannes competition Jun 4, 2007
"Nobody wanted to make the movie in French except Jon Kilik," says Schnabel, who was brought in to direct "Diving Bell" by Johnny Depp and DreamWorks producer Kathleen Kennedy. But when Depp had to keep his beard for yet another "Pirates" shoot, he gracefully withdrew. (Variety)
Eye on the Oscars: Writers' Roundup Jan 8, 2007
"Munich" producer Kathleen Kennedy will oversee the production of Tony Scott's upcoming "Emma's War," a drama set in the Sudan, adapted from Deborah Scroggins' book and starring Nicole Kidman. No stranger to pushing rocks uphill, veteran producer Richard Zanuck has frequently taken on some notably risky acquisitions, most notably best pic winner "Driving Miss Daisy," which no one else believed in. (Variety)
