DVD Report: This week's new releases (Oct. 26) Oct 26, 2008
In addition to hearing from sitters and colleagues, the documentary shows Leibovitz shooting Kirsten Dunst in Versailles, George Clooney and Julia Roberts in New York, the Donald Trumps in Palm Beach, and so on. It's all quite glamorous and interesting, if also kind of empty. (Boston Globe)
The Clubs That Even Famous People Can't Get Into Oct 26, 2008
With a place that intimate, only a select few are invited in, among those Taryn Manning and Kirsten Dunst. Nightlife impresarios Richie Akiva and Scott Sartiano, who are responsible for the success of celeb haunt Butter (and several failed relationships with some of Tinseltown's leading ladies) keep their door at their West side joint, 1Oak, just as tight. (Fox News)
The fruits of plans going pear-shaped Oct 25, 2008
Sidney (Simon Pegg) and Alison (Kirsten Dunst) in How To Lose Friends And Alienate People ... And now a fictionalised version of Young's tale is set to reach its widest audience yet with the release this week of How To Lose Friends And Alienate People, the movie - an R-rated romantic comedy starring Shaun Of The Dead star Simon Pegg, Jeff Bridges and Kirsten Dunst. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
N.H. Film Festival review: Thursday films Oct 17, 2008
Directed by Hollywood actress Kirsten Dunst, this 13-minute ghost story stars Winona Ryder and John Hawkes (Deadwood) as a couple with a young daughter living in what appears to be a haunted house. This film is part of Glamour magazines Glamour Reel Moments series. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Courteney & Demi Make Directorial Debuts Oct 16, 2008
Jennifer Aniston, Lucy Liu, Sheryl Crow, Kirsten Dunst, Sacha Baron Cohen, Ashton Kutcher and David Arquette were among the stars who gathered at the Directors Guild headquarters Tuesday for Glamour magazine's annual Reel Moments event, where Moore, Cox and Smith each showed a short film based on stories by Glamour readers. "It's a tremendous gift" to have the opportunity to direct, Moore said. (CBS News)
'Iron Man' Recasting Makes Us Wonder: Does Swapping Actors Ever Work? Oct 15, 2008
Kirsten Dunst as Mary-Jane Watson in "Spider-Man" sequels. The Babe Ruth of failure to Holmes' Lou Gehrig, Dunst has faltered through three "Spider-Man" movies as the web-slinger's oft-imperiled, on-again/ off-again love interest. (VHI.com -- Music News)
The ultimate outcast Oct 10, 2008
"How to Lose Friends and Alienate People"Directed by: Robert WeideStaring: Simon Pegg, Kirsten Dunst, Megan Fox3 stars out of 5 ... It's got another outcast role for Pegg and a terrific cast that includes Megan Fox, Kirsten Dunst and even Jeff Bridges. (Daily Orange, NY)
Why Didn't Michelle Stand Up to Ayers? Oct 8, 2008
Actress Kirsten Dunst gives this ringing endorsement. I absolutely adore him and I'll do whatever is necessary to help him become the next president. (Human Events Online)
Chihuahua is box office top dog Oct 7, 2008
How to Lose Friends and Alienate People, based on Toby Young's memoir and starring Simon Pegg and Kirsten Dunst, took $1. 4m (797,000) across 1,750 cinemas. (BBC News)
Audiences adopt 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' with $29M to take top spot Oct 6, 2008
"How to Lose Friends and Alienate People," released by MGM and starring Kirsten Dunst in a celebrity satire set at a slick magazine, did $1. 4 million in 1,750 theaters for a feeble $801 average. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Howard Stern Hitched in All-Star Wedding Oct 4, 2008
Actress Kirsten Dunst comes clean on her recent trip to rehab ... Actress Kirsten Dunst comes clean on her recent trip to rehab. (E! Online)
Scoop: Brangelina bunch blocks New York traffic Oct 4, 2008
Plus: Kirsten Dunst lacks 'Star Trek' knowledge; box office goes to the dogs ... Beam her up, ScottyIt looks like Kirsten Dunst might not be able to count on Hollywood-Elsewhere. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
How to Lose Friends Review Oct 3, 2008
When he arrives in the states, however, Sidney quickly discovers that the lifestyle of an entertainment reporter is a lot less glamorous than he imagined: his boss, Lawrence Maddox (Danny Huston), is a self-aggrandizing opportunist and womanizer, his coworker Alison Olsen (Kirsten Dunst) can barely stand to be in his presence, and even Harding has little patience for his attention-grabbing hijinks ... Simon Pegg, Kirsten Dunst, Megan Fox and Jeff Bridges star. (IGN FilmForce)
Tidbits: Lindsay says dad needs medication Oct 3, 2008
Dish on the fly The latest former child star to bemoan the biz is none other than Kirsten Dunst. In an interview with Reveal magazine, the Spider-Man star shared her woes about her early days in film. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Hotels to stay in before you die Oct 3, 2008
For those star sightings, try the terrace restaurant, which is reserved for hotel guests and visiting stars, the Ping-Pong table (where Kirsten Dunst has been seen wielding a racket), and the small elevator that can bypass the lobby from the underground garage. Tel: 323 656 1010 Doubles from $370. (MSNBC -- Travel)
How toLoseFriendstoo safe Oct 3, 2008
Starring: Simon Pegg, Kirsten Dunst, Jeff Bridges, Gillian AndersonDirector: Robert WeideRun time: 1 hour, 49 minutesMPAA rating: R ... Only fellow scribe Alison Olsen (Kirsten Dunst) can tolerate him. (MSNBC -- News)
Here's 'How to Lose' movie audiences Oct 3, 2008
Sharps shooters: Simon Pegg and Kirsten Dunst are magazine co-workers, and maybe more ... How to Lose Friends & Alienate People* * (out of four)Stars: Simon Pegg, Kirsten Dunst, Jeff BridgesDirector: Robert WeideDistributor: MGMRating: R for language, some graphic nudity and brief drug materialRunning time: 1 hour, 49 minutesOpens Friday nationwide ... He soon becomes one of those lapdogs, scheming to sleep with a starlet (Megan Fox), while his co-worker (Kirsten Dunst) can't decide whether she... (USA Today -- Life)
Pegg's progress Oct 3, 2008
Shaun of the Dead star Simon Pegg stars opposite Kirsten Dunst in new Hollywood movie How to Lose Friends and Alienate People ... Megan Fox (centre) and Kirsten Dunst (right) also star in the film. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
How To Lose Friends & Alienate People Oct 3, 2008
Starring Simon Pegg, Kirsten Dunst, Jeff Bridges, Danny Huston, Gillian Anderson and Megan Fox ... Kirsten Dunst is his love interest the celery salt, if you will. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Movie review: Here's the lowdown on six movies opening this weekend Oct 3, 2008
Kirsten Dunst co-stars. (110 minutes, rated R for language, some graphic nudity and brief drug material). (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Mini movie reviews Oct 3, 2008
With Simon Pegg and Kirsten Dunst. 110 min. R. Beechwood: 4:20, 7:05 and 9:40 p.m. daily, with additional shows at 1:45 p.m. Friday-Sunday; Carmike: 1:10, 4:20, 7:10 and 9:45 p.m. daily. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Simple For Simon.. Oct 3, 2008
He's joined by a fine supporting cast, including Jeff Bridges as no-nonsense, long haired editor-in-chief Clayton Harding and Kirsten Dunst, who is on good form playing his eventual love interest Alison Olsen, and Thandie Newton. Even better is Danny Huston as Lawrence Maddox, his slimy, immediate boss. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Rich & Famous But No Life, Style Oct 3, 2008
All of this plays out precisely as you would expect, including the Paris Hilton jokes and Sidney's obliviousness to the alleged charms of a colleague (Kirsten Dunst at her worst) who is having an affair with their treacherous supervisor (Danny Huston). I haven't even gotten into the thudding, on-the-nose dialogue, some of it taken from Young's book. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Kirsten Dunst's Spider sequel Oct 3, 2008
BEIJING, Oct. 2 -- Kirsten Dunst is to appear in another "Spider-Man" movie. Kirsten Dunst is to appear in another "Spider-Man" movie. (Xinhuanet, China)
"How to Lose Friends and Alienate People" Oct 3, 2008
As Young, Simon Pegg, the co-writer and star of the gloriously weird "Shaun of the Dead" and ," manages to be utterly charming while wreaking havoc. "The only thing I'm good at is pissing people off," Young sighs at one point. Fortunately, he's living in a day and age where pissing people off is a viable career path. It's not surprising, then, that soon after running a scathing cover story about American magazine editor Clayton Harding (Jeff Bridges), Young finds himself on the receiving end of... (Salon)
Pegg's new film premieres in London Sep 25, 2008
Spiderman actress Kirsten Dunst, who did not attend the premiere, also stars in the film as Young's love interest. Pegg said of working in New York: "I didn't feel like a fish out of water. They are very welcoming over there and there's very little cynicism which is very nice. Americans get a big kick out of British humour.". (ITN)
Fixing Spidey On Film Sep 23, 2008
Far more problematic is Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane. Dunst has always felt like the weak link in the cast. (IGN FilmForce)
Spidey's Marvelous Deal Sep 17, 2008
The Times adds that it will be known "in the next few days" whether Kirsten Dunst will be back as Mary Jane Watson. Reviews. (IGN FilmForce)
Scoop: K-Fed skips sons' birthday bash for Vegas fun Sep 16, 2008
Kirsten Dunst speaks out on rehab, sort ofKirsten Dunst appears on the October issue of Harpers Bazaar, and the actress breaks her silence, somewhat, on the time she spent at the Cirque Lodge earlier this year. Slide show. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
'Great Kisser' Sep 13, 2008
Kirsten Dunst 'Lucky' to Have the Money for Depression Treatment. When it comes to bank flow, Kirsten Dunst certainly isn t running short. (Fox News)
Tidbits: Hathaway breaks silence about ex Sep 11, 2008
Dish on the flyDespite rumors to the contrary, Kirsten Dunst insists shes not dating Drew Barrymores ex, Justin Long. In fact, she told Harpers Bazaar that the rumors are the funniest thing on planet Earth. Well, somethings funny about Kirstens claim, too. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Dunst denies dating Drew Barrymore's ex Sep 11, 2008
Actress Kirsten Dunst attends the 2008 Palm Springs International Shortfest at the Camelot Theatre on August 23, 2008 in Palm Springs, California ... Kirsten Dunst has laughed off speculation she is romancing Justin Long, insisting the rumors "are the funniest thing on planet Earth.". (WOKR13 Rochester)
Kirsten talks depression Sep 11, 2008
Kirsten Dunst became depressed because she was "dependent on other people's approval". The 'Spider-Man' actress checked into Utah's Cirque Lodge treatment facility which counts Lindsay Lohan and Eva Mendes among its former patients in February to be treated for depression, which she claims was brought on by her need to please others. (iAfrica.com)
Back to the good old ways Sep 7, 2008
Kirsten Dunst is a co-worker. Megan Fox is a ditzy starlet. (Boston Globe)
US stars unite for cancer charity in historic telethon Sep 7, 2008
Hollywood stars including chat show host Ellen DeGeneres, Ugly Betty's America Ferrera and actress Kirsten Dunst manned phones taking calls and donations from viewers. Early detection. (BBC News -- Americas)
'Spider-Man' set to expand his web with two new releases Sep 7, 2008
The studio declined comment on what villains might appear in the next two films or whether Kirsten Dunst would reprise her role as Mary Jane Watson, though it is hoped she will follow Maguire's lead and return. To read business stories in. (India Times)
Maguire 'to return as Spider-Man' Sep 7, 2008
The studio declined comment on which villains might appear in the next two films or whether Kirsten Dunst would reprise her role as Mary Jane Watson. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Columbia snares two more "Spider-Man" films Sep 6, 2008
The studio declined comment on which villains might appear in the next two films or whether Kirsten Dunst would reprise her role as Mary Jane Watson. Sony also has stepped up development of the "Spider-Man" spin-off "Venom," first recruiting writer Jacob Estes to draft a script and recently bringing in scribes Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese, who penned "Zombieland" for the studio. (Reuters)
Tobey Maguire, Sam Raimi Sign On For 'Spider-Man 4': Report Sep 6, 2008
According to Finke, no deal is in place for either Kirsten Dunst, who played Peter Parker's on-again/ off-again love interest, Mary-Jane Watson, or for an actor to play the villain, although Finke does say that "once you find out who the villain is, you'll know who's playing it.". That probably means it's time for actor Dylan Baker to pick up the phone, as his character, Dr. Curt Connors, is the only potential villain set up in "Spider-Man 3." Connors, Parker's professor at Columbia University,... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Buzz Briefs: Kirsten Dunst, Winfrey's Mom Sep 5, 2008
Kirsten Dunst (CBS/The Early Show) ... (CBS/ AP) Man Sentenced For Burglarizing Kirsten Dunst's NYC Hotel ... A drug addict who was arrested on charges of burglarizing "Spider-Man" star Kirsten Dunst's New York City hotel penthouse suite has been sentenced to 4 years in prison. (CBS News)
Man Arrested for Burglarizing Kirsten Dunst Sentenced Sep 5, 2008
NEW YORK A drug addict who was arrested on charges of burglarizing "Spider-Man" star Kirsten Dunst's New York City hotel penthouse suite has been sentenced to 4 1/2 years in prison. Jarrod Beinerman was arrested on burglary and larceny charges after a security camera captured his movements in Manhattan's SoHo Grand Hotel early Aug. 9. (Fox News)
MGMT man clears up rumours about Kirsten Dunst romance Aug 28, 2008
s Andrew VanWyngarden has set the record straight about his alleged romance with Hollywood actress Kirsten Dunst ... "Not only is Kirsten Dunst NOT dating Vanwyngarden, she was in Los Angeles during the festivals the Sun claimed she was attending in Europe," they said in the statement. (NME.com)
Kirsten Dunst dating MGMT singer Aug 28, 2008
Actress Kirsten Dunst dating MGMT frontman ... Actress Kirsten Dunst dating MGMT frontman ... Kirsten Dunst has a new rocker boyfriend. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Meg Ryan, Simon Pegg bring fall laughs Aug 28, 2008
Starring: Simon Pegg, Megan Fox, Kirsten Dunst, Gillian Anderson, Jeff Bridges Director: Robert B. WeideStory: British writer Sidney Young (Pegg) is hired by Sharps magazine, a Vanity Fair-like publication, to write about celebrities and the beautiful people. But he manages to make every wrong turn imaginable, from asking stars inappropriate questions to bringing strippers into the office. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Code of silence Aug 27, 2008
The wry and down-to-earth Pegg said he got along so well with costar Kirsten Dunst that by the time they had their on-screen kiss under the Brooklyn Bridge ("much to my wife's amusement"), it was just weird, because they'd become like sister and brother. "I have a massive affection for Kirsten," admitted the 38-year-old actor. (Boston Globe)
Highlights of Hollywood's fall, holiday schedule Aug 25, 2008
With Simon Pegg and Kirsten Dunst. I'VE LOVED YOU SO LONG: A woman (Kristen Scott-Thomas) long estranged from her kin reconnects when she moves in with her younger sister's family. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Read more... Aug 22, 2008
As of today, celebrities confirmed for the broadcast (both for personal appearances or answering telephone calls) include: Casey Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Christina Applegate, Lance Armstrong, Abigail Breslin, Josh Brolin, David Cook, Katie Couric, Dana Delany, Fran Drescher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kirsten Dunst, Elizabeth Edwards, Jon Favreau, America Ferrera, Charles Gibson, Neil Patrick Harris, Salma Hayek, Scarlett Johansson, Masi Oka, Danica Patrick, Christina Ricci, Robin Roberts, Homer... (PNN Online)
Man on the verge of a breakthrough Aug 22, 2008
While everyone was watching Kirsten Dunst and Jason Schwartzman act like stoned L.A. teens in Sophia Coppola's misunderstood Marie Antoinette, Coogan delivered a deliciously vile, acid-dipped bonbon in the role of Ambassador Mercy. And in Around the World in 80 Days, Coogan proved that not only can he play adventure heroes, but he's kind of cute when he's not doing his jerk routine. (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)
Star power fades when it comes to politics Aug 21, 2008
Pick up a magazine in your dentist's waiting room and you will see pictures of Kirsten Dunst wearing a campaign button. J. Lo, Jay-Z, P. Diddy and Q-Tip are all cool with Obama. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Mariah Carey, Beyonce, Rihanna, Fergie, Miley Cyrus, More Collaborate On Cancer Benefit Single Aug 20, 2008
Among the stars confirmed to either appear or answer phones on the TV broadcast so far are: Casey Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Christina Applegate, Lance Armstrong, Abigail Breslin, Josh Brolin, David Cook, Dana Delany, Fran Drescher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kirsten Dunst, Elizabeth Edwards, Jon Favreau, America Ferrera, Neil Patrick Harris, Salma Hayek, Scarlett Johansson, Masi Oka, Danica Patrick, Christina Ricci, Robin Roberts, Homer Simpson, Marge Simpson, Meryl Streep, Hilary Swank, Charlize... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Baleful looks headed for Hollywood Aug 13, 2008
How To Lose Friends And Alienate People, a movie starring Gillian Anderson and Kirsten Dunst about the kind of high-end crowd the wool industry would love to see constantly draped in expensive Australian Merino threads, is due out in October. Wool growers believe that in a world worried about climate change and the environment there has never been a better time to promote a fibre that is natural, sustainable and biodegradable. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Bitch and Famous Aug 7, 2008
" I'm getting flashbacks to the endless 'How did you cope?!' questions and manly assertions of Jake Gyllenhaal's then-relationship with Kirsten Dunst and Heath Ledger's romance with co-star Michelle Williams, when Jake and Heath did 'Brokeback Mountain'. Strangely enough, I can't recall Rupert Everett ever being asked how he deals with kissing his female co-stars. Nor has anyone sympathised with 'Grey's Anatomy's T.R. Knight, who had to face those sex scenes with co-star Katherine Heigl. I guess... (iAfrica.com)
Celebrities vow to conquer cancer with 'Stand Up' performances Jul 29, 2008
Other celebrities confirmed to appear on the broadcast: Christina Applegate, Josh Brolin, Katie Couric, Dana Delany, Fran Drescher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kirsten Dunst, Elle Fanning, Jon Favreau, Charles Gibson, Neil Patrick Harris, Salma Hayek, Masi Oka, Danica Patrick, Christina Ricci, Robin Roberts, Hilary Swank, Charlize Theron, Goran Visnjic and Brian Williams. More talent will be announced later. (USA Today -- Life)
Reese's doggy wedding Jul 26, 2008
Although Atticus originally belonged to Jake and his ex-girlfriend Kirsten Dunst, the pooch has now moved in with Reese and her two children, eight-year-old Ava and four-year-old Deacon, from her marriage to Ryan Phillippe. A source told National Enquirer magazine: "Atticus now lives with Reese full-time. He is great with her kids and makes her feel safe when Jake is away. "It was totally Reese's idea to give Atticus a role in the wedding. (iAfrica.com)
Kirsten Dunst dating Justin Long Jul 18, 2008
Kirsten Dunst dating Drew Barrymore's ex Justin Long ... Kirsten Dunst dating Drew Barrymore's ex Justin Long. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Coming attractions: Can 'Lose Friends' gain stardom for Simon Pegg? Jul 18, 2008
Likable loser: Kirsten Dunst and Simon Pegg star in How to Lose Friends & Alienate People, out Oct. 3 ... "It was an absolute treat to work with Kirsten Dunst," he says, though no upside-down kiss was involved. (USA Today -- Life)
CAMPUS CLICKS: CSI: Penn State; the hidden value of kegs Jul 18, 2008
Emile Hirsch, Justin Long -- it looks like Kirsten Dunst is she can find in hopes that someone will actually date her. If she could find a way to always look (and never ), we predict she'd have more luck. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Dunst doesn't wait Long Jul 18, 2008
Kirsten Dunst is reportedly dating Justin Long.. Long, who recently separated from Drew Barrymore, has been seen holding hands with the 'Spider-Man' star. (iAfrica.com)
Weinstein, Showtime Pact Jul 16, 2008
Additional titles included from TWC are: Andrew Jarecki's All Good Things starring Ryan Gosling and Kirsten Dunst, a modern remake of Kurosawa's legendary Seven Samurai, the screen adaptation of author Paulo Coelho's best-selling novel The Alchemist, and Richard Shepard's Panic based on Jeff Abbott's best-selling book. The output deal also includes releases from Dimension Films such as Youth In Revolt, based on C.D. Payne's bestselling book and starring Michael Cera, 6 Billion Dollar Man, the... (IGN FilmForce)
Observer Woman Jul 6, 2008
This Australian brother-and-sister team make strong, simple dresses, worn by cool, troubled kids like Kirsten Dunst. 5. (Guardian Unlimited)
Best Romantic Comedy Movie Moments Jul 1, 2008
Spider-Man (2001): A disguised superhero (Tobey Maguire) kisses his would-be girlfriend (Kirsten Dunst) upside down in the rain. Bridget Jones s Diary (2001): An overweight woman (Renee Zellweger) trying her hand at broadcast journalism slides down a fire pole with disastrous results for all the television viewers to see. (Suite101.com)
Critic's corner Jun 26, 2008
Comcast, EncoreFrom Sofia Coppola comes this shameless yet unimpeachably cool work of hipsterism, with Kirsten Dunst in the title role by way of Rodeo Drive. Given Coppola's fashion-first approach, it's a miracle the film doesn't feel more like a long perfume ad. (Boston Globe)
"Kit Kittredge" good, old-fashioned family fare Jun 20, 2008
Set in 1934 Cincinnati, the film finds indomitable 9-year-old Kit (Breslin in a blond bob, reminiscent of a young(er) Kirsten Dunst) watching her well-to-do neighborhood struck by foreclosures and unemployment. After her father (Chris O'Donnell) heads to Chicago in search of work, Kit's resilient mom (Julia Ormond) opens their home to boarders as she struggles to pay the bills. (Reuters)
The Dating Game Jun 9, 2008
Glamour is trafficking in irony this month with a cover that makes the usually glamorous Charlize Theron look like a cross between a suburban mom and Kirsten Dunst after a three-martini lunch. From there, the magazine's July issue only gets worse, and it makes us utterly suspicious of the notion that Editor-in-Chief Cyndi Leive is some sort of genius. (New York Post -- Business)
