A year of Hollywood film crews all over Boston Dec 25, 2007
Stars: Charles Durning, Rip Torn, David Carradine, Bruce Dern, Mariel Hemingway, Julie Harris, and Christy Scott Cashman. Story: A romantic comedy set on the Cape in 1905 about three retired sea captains who vie for the affections of an attractive middle-aged woman. (Boston Globe)
Talking up a thirst Dec 11, 2007
The film, which will now be called "The Golden Boys," stars Bruce Dern, David Carradine, Rip Torn, Mariel Hemingway, Charles Durning, and Julie Harris. Adams and his crews made headlines during production for the $60,000 in delinquent payments they owed local businesses. (Boston Globe)
New on DVD: 'Waitress' is a bittersweet treat Nov 30, 2007
A mere casting sample could engender history's all-time condo mixer: Joan Crawford, Joan Collins, little Kurt Russell, William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Playboy Playmate of the Year Donna Michelle, Shelley Berman, Ricardo Montalban, Chad Everett, Jack Palance, Sharon Tate, Gunga Din villain Eduardo Ciannelli, Inspector Clouseau nemesis Herbert Lom, Rip Torn, Sonny and Cher, Leslie Nielsen, Vincent Price, Nancy Sinatra, Richard Kiel, Groucho Marx's announcer George Fenneman, blond sex bomb deity of... (USA Today -- Life)
What's showing Nov 23, 2007
Starring: Annette Bening, Ray Liotta, Mark Moseley, Rip Torn, Jerry Seinfeld. Beowulf. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Mailer, the giant of US literature, dies at 84 Nov 11, 2007
His career took in such bizarre incidents as running for mayor of New York City in an attempt to make his beloved metropolis the 51st state and biting off part of the ear of actor Rip Torn. Jimmy Breslin, author, journalist and Mailer's running mate when Mailer ran for mayor, said: 'When you talk of Norman Mailer, right away I see van Gogh's work boots. (Guardian Unlimited)
News: Mailer dies at 84 Nov 11, 2007
His career took in such bizarre incidents as running for Mayor of New York city in a bid to make his beloved metropolis the 51st state and once biting off part of the ear of the actor Rip Torn. But, when all the dust dies down on his pugnacious life and career it is his writing that will still be remembered. (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
Author Norman Mailer dies Nov 10, 2007
During this time, he was also appearing on talk shows to argue with all comers, making films -- one of them, "Maidstone" (1970), includes a brawl with actor Rip Torn -- and, in 1969, running for mayor of New York as an independent on a platform of city secession. He lost the race, one of the city's most contentious, to John Lindsay. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
JERRY 'BEE' GOOD Nov 3, 2007
It's like putting a hat on your knee") than character, but "Bee Movie" is dazzling fun. Jerry is master of a new domain. Barry B. Benson (voiced by Seinfeld) is about to graduate and become a corporation man in the honey business run by Honex, which hasn't given a bee a day off in 27 million years. Fortunately for him, when he completed three days of high school and three days of college, he took a day off just to hitchhike around the hive. He's not sure what job he wants - his nerdy friend Adam... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Click here to read the 'Bee Movie' review Nov 2, 2007
Barry B. Benson - Jerry Seinfeld Vanessa Bloome - Renee Zellweger Adam Flayman - Matthew Broderick Layton T. Montgomery - John Goodman Ken - Patrick Warburton Mooseblood - Chris Rock Janet Benson - Kathy Bates Martin Benson - Barry Levinson Bee Larry King - Larry King Ray Liotta - Ray Liotta Sting - Sting Judge Bumbleton - Oprah Winfrey Buzzwell - Larry Miller Trudy - Megan Mullally Lou Lo Duca - Rip Torn Bud Ditchwater - Michael Richards Jackson - Mario Joyner. Amiable but no more, "Bee Movie"... (Variety)
Jerry Seinfeld's on '30 Rock' & show is a gem Oct 5, 2007
Next week's episode features the return of Will Arnett as Jack's corporate nemesis, and also boasts a guest appearance by Rip Torn as a company bigwig. Tracy Jordan has some good scenes in both episodes, and though Jane Krakowski's Jenna remains underused, at least she gets a good starting story line this year (a notable weight gain after starring in the Broadway musical version of "Mystic Pizza"). (New York Daily News)
'30 Rock' rolls out a big list of guest stars Oct 4, 2007
After ailing late last season, he's now angling to replace his own boss, Don Geiss (Rip Torn), who announces plans to retire. "I wanted Jack to return from his heart attack last spring more gung-ho than ever," Fey says. (USA Today)
Seinfeld builds buzz for Bee Movie Sep 27, 2007
The movie also stars Matthew Broderick, Kathy Bates and Rip Torn as fellow bees, with Chris Rock as a mosquito. Seinfeld said he first had the idea for Bee Movie while chewing on a licorice Twizzler before a performance in Nashville; he thought it might be funny if they made a movie about a bee called Bee Movie. (Globe and Mail)
Reel improvement: Fall film preview 2007 Sep 22, 2007
It is Jerry Seinfeld's fantasy about bees in a sitcomical hive and the more human world, with laughs buzzing for him, Ren;e Zellweger, Chris Rock, Matthew Broderick, Larry Miller and Rip Torn. Control (Nov. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
For the record Sep 21, 2007
Correction: Because of an editing error, in Sunday's Movies section misidentified an actor in Norman Mailer's film "Beyond the Law." He is Eddie Bonetti, not Rip Torn. The Globe welcomes information about errors that call for corrections. (Boston Globe)
Historical society gathering info on renowned actress Sep 12, 2007
So far, Ellebracht has tried contacting Page's daughter with actor Rip Torn, for any information regarding her early childhood in Kirksville. Anyone with information on Geraldine Page can contact the Historical Society at 665-6158 or. (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)
QUITE A TOUCH OF THE POET Sep 11, 2007
(Her father, as you may have guessed, is Rip Torn. . (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Edie Falco to guest on '30 Rock' Sep 7, 2007
In addition to Falco, Rip Torn, Will Arnett and Sherri Shepherd will also make guest appearances on "30 Rock" this fall, reprising roles from the show's first season. Jerry Seinfeld will appear in the second season premiere of the Tina Fey laffer, which airs Oct. 4. (Variety)
Dates are subject to change. SEPT. 14 Across the Universe Sep 3, 2007
With Renee Zellweger, Matthew Broderick, John Goodman, Chris Rock, Kathy Bates, Patrick Warburton, Barry Levinson, Megan Mullally, Larry Miller and Rip Torn. Martian Child. (Chicago Tribune)
Critic's Corner Thursday Aug 23, 2007
Meanwhile, Tracy's efforts to get the head of GE (Rip Torn) to invest in his film biography of Thomas Jefferson have predictably disastrous and hilarious results. Boston Legal (ABC, 10 ET/PT) isn't a great show, but it does come up with some great, flashy ideas. (USA Today -- Life)
Sudden 'Disappearances' Aug 19, 2007
The other two films in the trio are "Where the River Flows" (1993), which starred Rip Torn and Michael J. Fox; and "A Stranger in the Kingdom" (1999), starring Martin Sheen and Ernie Hudson ... "I thought he'd cast the movie brilliantly with Rip Torn and Tantoo Cardinal. ...; We were prepared to go ahead. ...; But (Craven) was interested in 'A Stranger in the Kingdom.'" So "Stranger" came next. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Noted Director Will Appear At Disappearances Jul 10, 2007
On Friday, July 27, he will appear at the 7:30 p.m. screening of his earlier film WHERE THE RIVERS FLOW NORTH starring Rip Torn and Tantoo Cardinal ... Disappearances completes a film trilogy of what director Jay Craven calls, Vermont frontier films that includes Where the Rivers Flow North (starring Rip Torn, Tantoo Cardinal, Michael J. Fox) and A Stranger in the Kingdom (starring David Lansbury, Enrie Hudson, Martin Sheen). (Nebraska Statepaper)
Not the retiring type Jun 4, 2007
But neither Carradine nor the film's other three leading men -- Bruce Dern, Rip Torn, and Charles Durning -- were ready to give up the ghost. Especially not this outsider quartet best known for iconoclastic and prickly roles in films such as "Boxcar Bertha" and "Bound for Glory (Carradine), "Silent Running" and "Black Sunday" (Dern), "Cross Creek" and "Men in Black" (Torn), and "The Sting" and "Dog Day Afternoon" (Durning). They may all be in their 70s and 80s now, but they would just as soon go... (Boston Globe)
Cannes Incest Film: French Tradition May 19, 2007
Renee Zellweger, Matthew Broderick, Rip Torn, Chris Rock and Patrick Warburton (Puddy, from the "Seinfeld" show) are featured. Jerry plays Barry, a bee that wants to get out on his own from the hive. (Fox News -- Views)
Coppola: Grapes and Hollywood gripes May 18, 2007
(The romantic comedy about three 70-something sea captains competing for the affection of a younger woman stars Rip Torn, Bruce Dern, and David Carradine. The good news is that the film's trailer has just been posted at , and it looks promising. (Boston Globe)
Quiet, but unmistakable, echoes of 9/11 work their way onto the screen May 16, 2007
In the following episode Rip Torn, as a corporate bigwig, chastises the network executive below him (Alec Baldwin), saying, "You really terrified the people with that fireworks special of yours." The word terrified was deliberate, Fey said, another unspoken reference. In films most references fall into that unspoken category, and are just as specific. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Rip Torn pleads guilty in drunken driving case Apr 19, 2007
NORTH SALEM, N.Y. Actor Rip Torn has pleaded guilty to driving while impaired in a case stemming from a crash he had last December in North Salem, New York. The town clerk says Torn entered the plea last night and agreed to pay 380 dollars and give up his license for 90 days. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Feds name alleged accomplice in Jam Master Jay killing Apr 18, 2007
Rip Torn takes the rap Actor Rip Torn (left), who beat drunken-driving charges three years ago, has decided not to fight this time. Torn, 76, pleaded guilty Monday night to driving while ability impaired and agreed to pay $380 and give up his license for 90 days. (Boston Globe)
Shandling's bed of neuroses Apr 18, 2007
Today's more serene Shandling invites co-stars Jeffrey Tambor (sidekick Hank) and Rip Torn (producer Artie) over to his house to say he's "confronting a lot of stuff that happened in my life at that time.". Which includes onetime girlfriend and "Sanders" co-star Linda Doucett (Hank's original assistant), who sued Shandling for sexual harassment and wrongful termination when she was fired after their 1994 breakup. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
'I hate people just like me' Apr 16, 2007
A backstage look at a late-night talk show starring Shandling, Rip Torn and Jeffrey Tambor, "Larry" dug into brutal, funny truths about people caught in Hollywood lights. "Best of" revisits actors, writers and directors "Larry" helped catapult into bigger careers, from Jon Stewart to Sarah Silverman, Janeane Garofalo and Mary Lynn Rajskub (Chloe on "24"). (Chicago Sun-Times)
Shandling gives his all and more on 'Sanders' DVD Apr 16, 2007
He did, surrounding Larry with Artie, the loyal blowhard producer played by Rip Torn, and Hank Kingsley (Jeffrey Tambor), the needy sidekick whose "Hey now!" became a pop-culture catchphrase. The show had modest ratings but loyal fans, particularly in Hollywood, where celebrities loved to poke fun at their carefully cultivated images. (USA Today -- Life)
Still anxious after all these years Apr 15, 2007
Rip Torn, all glorious alpha male strut, revels in the part. Tambor and Torn set the standard for a remarkable cast. (Boston Globe)
What Garry Didn't Know Apr 14, 2007
Key Moment No. 2: Jeffrey Tambor and Rip Torn join Shandling for the kind of intimate conversation Tambor says they never once had during the show's run. Key Moment No. 3: Shandling asks Jon Stewart how he made the "right" decisions, when it's clear Shandling thinks he made the wrong ones. (City Pages)
Birkhead says he won't share custody Apr 13, 2007
Torn asks for a nonjury trial Rip Torn wants a nonjury trial on a charge of driving while intoxicated, according to a county clerk in North Salem, N.Y. The 76-year-old actor was charged Dec. 4 after a crash in the suburb about 60 miles north of New York City. Torn, who lives in Lakeville, Conn. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Torn Seeks Trial in DWI Case Apr 12, 2007
Rip Torn is itching for a fight. The Men in Black star, who was busted outside New York City in December and charged with driving while intoxicated, has requested a nonjury trial, a court clerk in North Salem, New York, confirmed Wednesday. (E! Online)
In brief: Pregnant? Don't look back Apr 12, 2007
Rip Torn is to be tried in June for driving while intoxicated following a car accident in Westchester County, New York. The grizzled Hollywood actor, 76, reportedly crashed his sedan into a tractor and later failed a sobriety test. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Actor Rip Torn to take DWI case to trial in N.Y. Apr 12, 2007
Actor Rip Torn to Take DWI Case to Trial ... Actor Rip Torn to Take DWI Case to Trial ... Rip Torn wants a nonjury trial on a charge of driving while intoxicated, a county clerk said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES FROM OUR PARTNERS Apr 12, 2007
ACTOR Rip Torn, who often plays surly characters in movies such as Dodgeball and Men in Black, has opted for a trial to fight a charge for driving drunk. CHEETAH, the chimpanzee who starred in the Tarzan movies in the 1930s and who is the world's oldest chimp, has celebrated his 75th birthday. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Actor Torn Will Fight Drunken Driving Charge Apr 11, 2007
Rip Torn To Fight DWI Charge - EntertainmentNews Story - KERO Bakersfield ... Rip Torn To Fight DWI Charge ... NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Actor Rip Torn has decided to go to trial to fight a DWI charge. (KERO 23, CA)
Actor Rip Torn To Fight DWI Charges In NY Apr 11, 2007
NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Actor Rip Torn, who often plays surly characters in movies such as "Dodgeball" and "Men in Black," has opted for a trial to fight a charge for driving while intoxicated. A court clerk told the Journal News on Tuesday that Torn had decided on the non-jury trial, which is scheduled for June. (WNBC.com, NY)
"Chatham" extra blogs Apr 9, 2007
In case you havent heard, its stars David Carradine, Bruce Dern, Rip Torn and Mariel Hemingway. Ill be pulling on the long black skirt, high-necked white collared blouse, black wool cape and black felt hat (all loaned graciously by the Kay DeFord at the Chatham Drama Guild) to portray a Chatham woman on 1905. (Cape Cod Times, MA)
'Pope of Trash' ready to talk Apr 6, 2007
Wednesday, the cast of "Chatham," including David Carradine, Rip Torn , and Bruce Dern, helped co star Christy Scott Cashman celebrate the birthday of her husband, construction magnate Jay Cashman. Also attending the get-together at the Impudent Oyster in Chatham was Jay's friend, Comedy Connection owner Bill Blumenreich. (Boston Globe)
DANIELYNN PATERNITY CONTEST HEATING UP Apr 2, 2007
Charles Durning, filming "Chatham" in Cape Cod with Bruce Dern, Mariel Hemingway, David Carradine, Rip Torn, despite some problem that's making him require assistance to walk. DreamWorks producing a charming film charmingly titled, "Dinner for Schmucks." This charming confection will star the equally charming Sacha Baron Cohen. (New York Post -- Gossip)
The main attraction Mar 27, 2007
Actors Bruce Dern, left, and Rip Torn run into the smoke of an arriving train carrying their bride-to-be during yesterday's shoot ... The trio, played by David Carradine, Bruce Dern and Rip Torn, agree that whoever loses will let the other two live with him and his new wife, played by Mariel Hemingway. (Cape Cod Times, MA)
Lights, camera, 'Chatham'! Mar 26, 2007
The film, starring David Carradine, Bruce Dern, Rip Torn and Mariel Hemingway, tells the story of three retired sea captains who get tired of each other's cooking and advertise for a bride. They agree to draw straws, and the one who marries the woman will allow the other two to live with them. (Cape Cod Times, MA)
Made in Maryland Mar 23, 2007
Starring Alan Alda, Barbara Harris, Meryl Streep and Rip Torn. Serial Mom (1994)A black comedy about a suburban housewife turned serial killer. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Clarke happy to chill with Ice Mar 21, 2007
Hemingway has been working on "Chatham" this week with actors Bruce Dern, Rip Torn, and David Carradine. Fellow castmate Charles Durning was flying in from LaLa Land yesterday to join the production. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Bill Geist Looks At 2006's Biggest Losers Jan 1, 2007
It was a tough year for actor Rip Torn, photographically, when he was arrested for DWI.. It was a difficult year for the football team the Cincinnati Bengals, which played their games on a work release basis after eight players were arrested. (CBS News)
Rock 'n' roll sellout Dec 6, 2006
Torn to face drunken-driving charge Actor Rip Torn was arrested yesterday in a suburb of New York City after a collision, State Police said. No one was hurt in the crash in North Salem. (Boston Globe)
Actor Rip Torn charged with DWI after North Salem crash Dec 6, 2006
Ricky Flores/The Journal News Actor Rip Torn is escorted from the New York State Police barracks in Somers after his arrest yesterday on a charge of drunken driving ... Rip Torn after his arrest in North Salem on a drunken-driving charge ... NORTH SALEM - Actor Rip Torn, who won an Emmy Award for his role as a hard-drinking TV producer on the former HBO hit "The Larry Sanders Show," was charged yesterday with driving while intoxicated. (The Journal News.com)
Torn and Disheveled Dec 6, 2006
Actor Rip Torn Arrested in New York City Suburb on DWI Charge ... Dec. 4: Actor Rip Torn following his arrest in North Salem, N.Y.. (Fox News)
People: Britney tops Yahoo! most-searched list Dec 6, 2006
Rip Torn arrested again on DWI charge. NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Rip Torn, who was acquitted of drunken-driving charges two years ago in New York City, was arrested again Monday in a city suburb after a collision, state police said. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Actor Torn arrested in New York Dec 6, 2006
Rip Torn was acquitted of drink driving in 2004. Actor Rip Torn has been arrested in New York on a drink-driving charge after he was involved in a car accident. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Rip Torn Allegedly Ripped -- AGAIN! Dec 5, 2006
Rip Torn Allegedly Ripped -- AGAIN ... Rip Torn Allegedly Ripped -- AGAIN ... TMZ has learned that actor Rip Torn was arrested in North Salem, New York and charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). (TMZ.com)
Blige, Brown Big Winners At Billboard Music Awards Dec 5, 2006
Actor Rip Torn Arrested For DWI In Westchester. Top News Stories. (CBS New York, NY)
Today In History - Dec. 5, 2006 Dec 5, 2006
Actor Rip Torn Arrested For DWI In Westchester. Phony Doctor Sentenced For Killing Real Patient. (CBS New York, NY)
Actor Rip Torn Arrested For DWI In Westchester Dec 5, 2006
(CBS/AP) NORTH SALEM Actor Rip Torn, who was acquitted of drunken-driving charges two years ago in New York City, was arrested again Monday in the suburbs after a collision, state police said ... CBS 2 has obtained two Rip Torn mug shots that were taken ... In 2004, Rip Torn went on a tirade with police after turning down a sobriety test. (CBS New York, NY)
Actor Rip Torn nabbed on NY DWI charge Dec 5, 2006
Rip Torn arrested on DWI charge - AM New York ... Rip Torn arrested on DWI charge ... Actor Rip Torn, who was acquitted of drunken-driving charges two years ago in New York City, was arrested again Monday in the suburbs after a collision, state police said. (Newsday -- New York City)
Actor Rip Torn Accused Of DWI Dec 5, 2006
Rip Torn Arrested On DWI Charge - Entertainment - Click2Houston ... Rip Torn Arrested On DWI Charge ... NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- Actor Rip Torn is facing a DWI charge. (Click2Houston, TX)
Letterman extends late shows Dec 5, 2006
Rip Torn, who was acquitted of drunken-driving charges two years ago in New York City, was arrested again Monday in a city suburb after a collision, State Police said. No one was hurt in the crash in North Salem, Trooper Edward Gillespie said. (Indianapolis Star)
Orin Borsten, 94, Noted Hollywood Publicist, Screenwriter, Playwright, Author, Has Died Nov 22, 2006
He then went on to pen "Fever for Life," a play that was produced in 1957 by the Theatre Guild and which starred Rip Torn, Barbara Barrie, and John Randolph. Borsten then turned to scriptwriting. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Story of a teen queen Oct 26, 2006
Rip Torn has a good time playing the lecherous old king. One of the great benefits of the movie is seeing the palace of Versailles as it would have been. (Buffalo News)
Marie Antoinette - $5.3M Oct 24, 2006
" CASTING THE COU 00004000 RT From the moment she arrived in France, Marie Antoinette was surrounded by an entirely new culture and a chaotic coterie of nobles at Versailles, who seemed to either revere or revile her without really knowing her. To bring the human side of Versailles to life, Sofia Coppola continued with her iconoclastic vision, choosing a wide range of distinct personalities from around the world to breathe fresh air and life into 18th Century figures who today are mostly just... (MyFox WGHP)
The child queen Oct 24, 2006
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Jason Schwartzman, Judy Davis, Rip Torn, Aria Argento and Steve Coogan. Rated PG-13/123 minutes. (Daily Utah Chronicle, UT)
'Marie Antoinette' Oct 23, 2006
Trapped and powerless, she soldiers through the marriage and succumbs to the bizarre rituals and internecine rivalries of the court until the sudden death of the lusty and dynamic Louis XV (Rip Torn) grants the teenage couple the run of the country, at which point the queen begins to close ranks. What with the best-friend entourage (Mary Nighy as the Princesse Lamballe and Rose Byrne as the Duchesse de Polignac), the vindictive rival (Asia Argento as the infamous Du Barry), the gossipy... (calendarlive.com)
Marie's makeover full of froth Oct 21, 2006
She's referring to Madame du Barry (Asia Argento), the favorite mistress of Louis XV (Rip Torn) ... Cast Kirsten Dunst, Jason Schwartzman, Judy Davis, Rip Torn, Asia Argento, Molly Shannon, Shirley Henderson, Danny Huston, Steve Coogan ... Cast Asia Argento, Judy Davis, Rip Torn, Jason Schwartzman, Kirsten Dunst. (Contra Costa Times -- Entertainment)
