INAFFF is enough to satisfy any horror-film buff Nov 15, 2008
Starring Scarlett Johansson, Eva Mendes and Samuel L. Jackson, this adaptation of Will Eisner's comic book tells of the titular masked crusader who fakes his own death to fight crime in the seedy underbelly of Central City. Things get complicated when a throng of femme fatales try to either seduce or kill him. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
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For Phoenix, Act II is full of musical numbers Nov 15, 2008
There are plenty of Hollywoodites who've either dabbled at music or made it a side project Bruce Willis, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Keanu Reeves, Kevin Bacon, Terrence Howard, even Scarlett Johansson. And some notable actors came to their craft from the musical world Mark Wahlberg, Will Smith, Kris Kristofferson, Queen Latifah, Mos Def, Barbra Streisand, some blue-eyed guy named Sinatra, to cite a few. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Monopoly to become Ridley Scott film Nov 13, 2008
Rumours have abounded that such young talent as Scarlett Johansson and Kirsten Dunst were interested in the film, though there's really no other characters in the game besides Mr. Monopoly (someone call Anthony Hopkins) ... Scarlett Johansson (actress)actually is a clone from original person,who has nothing with acting career. (National Post)
Pop culture helps define election Nov 10, 2008
The song features Obama s voice set to s music and melody, plus vocalizations from Scarlett Johansson, John Legend, Kate Walsh, Herbie Hancock and others. DIRT OFF YOUR SHOULDER: When was the last time you saw a presidential candidate proudly displaying his hip-hop knowledge. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
McCain, Palin grant first interviews Nov 9, 2008
The Watchmen' trailer; variety; video; Watchmen movie trailer teaser; The new trailer for director/creator Frank Miller's graphic novel adaptation starring Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, and Eva Mendes. The Spirit' new trailer; eva mendes; Frank Miller; Scarlett Johansson; variety; video; Jason Statham returns as action-magnet Frank Martin in the third 'Transporter' installment from Lionsgate ... Max Payne' trailer; Download; Mark Wahlberg; New Trailer; variety; Eva Mendes, Scarlett... (Variety)
Mr. Man guest on Winfreys show Nov 9, 2008
i.am created a buzz for Obama when he made a Yes We Can music video with celebrities including John Legend and Scarlett Johansson reciting parts of an Obama speech set to music. The video received millions of online views. (KHOU.com, TX)
Fox anticipates Obama support for Parkinson's stem cell research Nov 7, 2008
Stars including Michael J. Fox and wife Tracy Pollan, Kevin Kline and Phoebe Cates, and newlyweds Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds, converged on the Sheraton Wednesday night to raise cash for Fox's non-profit, which is dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease. BETTER LIFE. (USA Today -- Life)
Star releases Obama win song Nov 7, 2008
The song also featured vocal contributions from stars including actress Scarlett Johansson, jazz legend Herbie Hancock and Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger. The new song and video is due to debut on the Dipdive website. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
NME crowns Alice Glass coolest person on the planet Nov 6, 2008
Also honoured are veterans Peter Gabriel and Liam Gallagher, actress Scarlett Johansson for her debut album of Tom Waits covers, Rage Against the Machine s Zack de la Rocha and Kings of Leon s Caleb Followill. Since NME launched its annual poll in 2002, it has proved to be as much about star-making as talent-spotting. (Times Online)
Momentous time Nov 6, 2008
Actress Scarlett Johansson, who stumped for Obama throughout his campaign: "I've always maintained a strong faith in the power of Obama's positive campaign and am so proud of every citizen who took a stand, participated in the political process, and insisted their voices be heard.". Singer John Mellencamp said on his website that he never thought he'd see the day when "a man of color could be president of the United States. But today I am so proud of America.". (Boston Globe)
Stars Come Out To Find A Cure for Parkinson's - ET Nov 6, 2008
The former "Spin City" star Michael J. Fox and his wife Tracy Pollan, along with Rachael Ray, Derek Jeter, Elizabeth Berkley, Martin Scorsese and newlyweds Ryan Reynolds and Scarlett Johansson, gathered together for a night of music and comedy in NYC. The stars came together at the Sheraton New York Hotel's Metropolitan Ballroom for "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinsons" a charitable event featuring a rousing musical performance by The Who. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Madonna, Oprah, others react to Obama win Nov 6, 2008
Actress Scarlett Johansson, who stumped for Obama throughout his campaign, said the overwhelming hope that Obama inspires is infectious. . (MSNBC -- Politics)
Meet the cast Nov 5, 2008
Nov. 4, 2008 12:00 AM Los Angeles Times. SAN FRANCISCO -- "The Spirit" blends very modern moviemaking (it was filmed on a "virtual back lot" against green screen, a la "Sin City") with a vintage hero (the title character first appeared in 1940) and two very different creative forces: Frank Miller, the creator of the bloody graphic novel "300" among many others, and the late Will Eisner, whose Spirit was romantic, funny and often gentle. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
'Spirit' draws on comics past Nov 5, 2008
Miller has a cast stacked with high-glamour actresses: Scarlett Johansson, Eva Mendes, Jaime King and Paz Vega all play beautiful women with bad intentions, while Sarah Paulson is the Spirit's frazzled girlfriend, Ellen Dolan, the proto-feminist daughter of the city police commissioner who has to contend with all the people who want to get their hands on the Spirit -- whether it's to punch him or kiss him. Another update: Spirit's girlfriend is now a surgeon, a career Miller says is a meld of... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Holiday highlights: Bond, Nixon, `Madagascar' gang Nov 4, 2008
Scarlett Johansson co-stars. SCI-FI/FANTASY. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Celebrities and fashion Nov 4, 2008
Across the globe you have icons like David Beckham (sport), new US first lady in waiting Michelle Obama (politics/law), Dita von Teese (entertainer/stripper), Scarlett Johansson (actor) and Kanye West (rapper) able to shift hundreds of thousands of units of a fashion item simply because they have been seen to wear it. Here in SA, the fashion designers are starting to move in a similar direction, with varying degrees of success. (iAfrica.com)
'Musical' tops rivals Nov 3, 2008
First, he married actress Scarlett Johansson and yesterday finished the ING New York City Marathon. "I'm still standing. I'm very excited about that," he told reporters after crossing the finish line in 3 hours and 50 minutes. (Boston Globe)
US polls: Fascinating yet forgettable Nov 3, 2008
i.am's viral Internet paean to Obama, ``Yes We Can,'' featuring celebrities like Scarlett Johansson and John Legend. There was Clinton's doomsday ad claiming she was best equipped for the 3 am phone call. (India Times, India)
POPULIST FILMS: They're crowd-pleasers and moneymakers Oct 31, 2008
Scarlett Johansson and Samuel L. Jackson also star. Valkyrie / Dec. 26. (USA Today)
Caine to co-present Nobel concert Oct 30, 2008
Veteran actor Sir Michael Caine will co-present this year's Nobel Peace Prize Concert with Scarlett Johansson, its organisers have announced. The pair previously appeared together on screen in 2006 film The Prestige. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Tom Ford, David Tennant, Michael Caine Oct 30, 2008
Michael Caine will co-present this year's Nobel Peace Prize Concert with Scarlett Johansson, its organizers have announced. The pair previously appeared together in the 2006 film "The Prestige." Diana Ross will headline the event in Oslo on Dec. 11, which will honor this year's Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Martti Ahtisaari. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Leonardo DiCaprio, Justin Timberlake, Usher, More Encourage Voting With '5 More Friends' Video Oct 30, 2008
PSA sequel also features Scarlett Johansson, Shia LaBeouf, Neil Patrick Harris, Ellen DeGeneres. by Jocelyn Vena. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Collecting with the stars: celeb trading cards Oct 27, 2008
Now, some 40 famous folks _ from Scarlett Johansson to Jared Leto _ will be able to trade their fame with each other. A new line of celebrity trading cards _ yes, the little cardboard ones baseball fans used to hoard _ officially sanctioned by the stars themselves is being launched by entertainment product company A-List Global Media. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Quantum of Solace: Smart Bond Oct 27, 2008
Choose the one that's best for you. HOME DELIVERY: Variety Print Subscriptions Daily Variety and Weekly Variety print subscriptions delivered to your home. (Variety)
The truth about Heath Ledger's women Oct 25, 2008
One night Naomi caught him in a booth at an LA nightclub flirting with Scarlett Johansson, who at 19 was closer to Heath's age than Naomi was. It led to a public and humiliating argument between Naomi and Heath. (NEWS.com.au)
Naked Eye Magazine Marks Its First Anniversary Oct 24, 2008
MONTREAL, Oct. 24 /CNW Telbec/ - 'Emmanuelle is sexy, smart and ridiculously nice,' says Editor-in-Chief Eve Thomas. " The Montreal-born, Toronto-raised daughter of Moroccan immigrants, Emmanuelle Chriqui's star is on the rise (and not just on Maxim and FHM's "sexiest" lists). She will be making a highly anticipated appearance as Sloan on Entourage this fall and co-stars with Oscar winner Adrien Brody in the upcoming Cadillac Records. The actress tells all about working within the studio system... (Canada Newswire)
'Friday' creeps at Comic-Con Oct 24, 2008
Mark Wahlberg; New Trailer; Download; 'Max Payne' trailer; variety; Eva Mendes, Scarlett Johansson, and Samuel L. Jackson star in comic mastermind Frank Miller's directorial debut ... free; Bill Murray; 'City of Ember' trailer; movie trailers; Tim Robbins; variety; embed; Saw V Teaser Trailer; Vin Diesel returns to the action-genre in Fox's futuristic thriller, 'Babylon A.D.'; August 2008; Fox; Vin Diesel; 'Babylon A.D.' trailer; video; variety; Woody Allen is back behind the camera with... (Variety)
Johansson to host Nobel gig Oct 22, 2008
Actress Scarlett Johansson is to co-host this year's Nobel Peace Concert, which will be headlined by Diana Ross ... FROM OTHER NEWS SITES Scarlett Johansson to host Nobel concert - 19 hrs ago Actress to co-host Nobel concert - 22 hrs ago Johansson for Nobel concert - 31 hrs ago Diana Ross to headline Nobel Peace Prize concert - 17 Oct 2008 Diana Ross to headline Nobel Peace Prize concert - 17 Oct 2008. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Scarlett Johansson, Gwyneth Paltrow, Andrew Lloyd Webber Oct 22, 2008
Chris Pizzello/The Associated Press Scarlett Johansson ... The actress Scarlett Johansson will be a co-host of the 2008 Nobel Peace Concert in Oslo on Dec. 11 in honor of this year's laureate, the Finnish peace mediator and former president, Martti Ahtisaari , organizers have announced. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
A.M. STIR: 'High School Musical 3' predictions Oct 22, 2008
In case anyone asks, I'd like Scarlett Johansson to play me when my life is made into a movie. DID YOU KNOW. (Florida Times-Union)
The double life of Alicia Keys Oct 21, 2008
New York-born Keys has been steadily rising up the acting ranks, with roles in the 2006 thriller Smokin' Aces and last year's The Nanny Diaries, opposite Scarlett Johansson. To stay sane while juggling her breakneck schedule, she says, she compartmentalizes her music from her acting. (Globe and Mail)
At the movies: Sept. 18 (10) Oct 19, 2008
Scarlett Johansson, Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardem, Chris Messina, Patricia Clarkson. PG-13 for mature thematic material involving sexuality, and smoking. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Hartnett ordered to eat meat Oct 18, 2008
The 30-year-old actor had been shooting The Black Dahlia alongside Scarlett Johansson when he fell ill because of his strict diet and workout regime. He said: I was shooting a movie in Bulgaria called The Black Dahlia and I was boxing for it. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Josh Hartnett's veggie order Oct 17, 2008
The 30-year-old actor had been shooting "The Black Dahlia" alongside Scarlett Johansson when he fell ill because of his strict diet and workout regime. He said: "I was shooting a movie in Bulgaria called 'The Black Dahlia' and I was boxing for it. I was kind of anaemic because I wasn't eating very much and I was working out all the time. So I went to the doctors to see what he could do. ". (Xinhuanet, China)
Frost attends London film gala Oct 16, 2008
London cinemagoers will also get their first glimpse of The Class, this year's Palme d'Or winner at Cannes, and Woody Allen's Vicky Cristina Barcelona, with Penelope Cruz and Scarlett Johansson. This year's event - the 52nd - ends on 30 October with Slumdog Millionaire, Danny Boyle's film about a Mumbai orphan who competes in the Indian version of TV game show Who Wants to be a Millionaire. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Ryan Reynolds To Bloody His Nipples For Charity Oct 10, 2008
23 most searched celebrity on AA. Let the Pics tell the Story. (Actress Archives)
GOP to file fundraising complaint against Obama... Oct 6, 2008
More bloopers from the vice presidential debate, including gaps in both candidates' foreign policy expertise. Politics Newsletter (M-F). (The Drudge Report)
Scoop: Ex-celeb mag staffer turned in Locklear Oct 3, 2008
The only people not shocked by Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds wedding ceremony were, of course, their closest friends and family who were on hand for the nuptials. The wedding took place Sept. 27 at what OK. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Balloon to soar at film awards Oct 3, 2008
"It's up to you, descended as she is of paternally Jewish grandparents and niece of tearaway rock'n'roll journalist Lillian Roxon. Roxon's beauty is her poise and achievement." Others on the list included actors Scarlett Johansson and Dustin Hoffman, funnyman Sacha Baron Cohen, AFL footballer Mordy Bromberg, singer Renee Geyer, green crusader Al Gore and Abraham's Sarah. The Labor politician said modelling agencies were "of course" welcome to call and offer her work. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Mini movie reviews Oct 3, 2008
Vicky Cristina Barcelona - Rebecca Hall and Scarlett Johansson, Woody Allen's recent muse, co-star as best friends who couldn't be more different in terms of their deeds and dreams. Vicky is a practical and structured student pursuing her master's degree in Catalan culture, and she's engaged to marry the very proper, dull businessman Doug (Chris Messina). (Athens Banner-Herald)
Scarlett Johansson, Ryan Reynolds, Heather Locklear Oct 3, 2008
Kevork Djansezian/The Associated Press Scarlett Johansson ... Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds did a little rushing into it after all. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Relativity Media and Universal Pictures Expand Landmark Equity Partnership Sep 25, 2008
Upcoming films include: Jim Sheridan's "Brothers", starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Tobey Maguire and Natalie Portman; Lasse Hallstrom's "Dear John", starring Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried; the heist thriller "Brilliant", starring Scarlett Johansson; the family action film "The Spy Next Door", starring Jackie Chan; "A Perfect Getaway", with Timothy Olyphant and Milla Jovovich; Tarsem Singh's action film "War of Gods"; and Rob Marshall's "Nine", starring Daniel Day Lewis, Nicole Kidman, Penelope... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Sep 24, 2008
Among the most high-profile critics has been film star Scarlett Johansson, who said if President George W Bush had his way US women would be completely uneducated about sex and have six children each. In Britain the study was welcomed by the Independent Advisory Group on Teenage Pregnancy, which advises the government. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Tidbits: Kim defends her waistline Sep 23, 2008
One doorman made a monumental mistake when he met actress Scarlett Johansson. According to the , Woody Allens latest muse and her fianc, Ryan Reynolds, were out and about in New York City when a friendly greeter requested some camera time. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Not Statuesque Sep 22, 2008
SCARLETT Johansson wants everyone to know she's not a tourist attraction. The actress and fianc Ryan Reynolds hit the Lower East Side spot National Underground the other night "wearing matching bowler hats," our spy said. (New York Post -- Gossip)
READ MORE: What was shot where across the USA? Sep 22, 2008
e Zellweger and part of He's Just Not That Into You (2009) with Jennifer Aniston and Scarlett Johansson. Ridley Scott's Body of Lies (Oct. (USA Today -- Life)
Rain Man cruises into Theatreland Sep 21, 2008
They will be followed shortly by Girl with a Pearl Earring, a play based on the Tracy Chevalier novel that was filmed with Colin Firth and Scarlett Johansson in 2003. It probably makes sense from a business standpoint to have a built-in recognition factor that - combined with a star of Hartnett's stature - may generate a box-office windfall. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
McCain happy to exploit stars' attack on Sarah Palin Sep 21, 2008
i.am and Scarlett Johansson. Hollywood is Senator Obama's cash cow. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
She oughta know Sep 20, 2008
What happens when your fiance dumps you, only to propose to Scarlett Johansson. Alanis Morissette oughta know. (Boston Globe)
Obama Disses Lohan for Past Indiscretions Sep 19, 2008
Its the second young starlet Obama has distanced himself from: earlier this year, he publicly differed with actress Scarlett Johansson, who claimed he had a fervent email relationship with him. Obama's campaign told her politely, according to Sun-Times columnist Bill Zwecker that her public image is not something they would like associated with the Illinois senator. (Newsmax)
Keira Knightley Concedes 'Best Pout' Title, Says She's Done With Her 'Pirates' Journey Sep 18, 2008
And I think they're wrong, because they put Angelina Jolie third, and where is Scarlett Johansson. I don't think I beat either of those really, so I go against that. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Hefner: Jolie, Johansson sexiest Sep 17, 2008
Hugh Hefner thinks Scarlett Johansson and Angelina Jolie are the sexiest women in the world ... When Hugh was asked who the sexiest women in the world are, he replied: Scarlett Johansson and Angelina Jolie. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
"Filming Australia is a dream come true," Kidman Sep 16, 2008
Scarlett Johansson has apparently taken the tag. Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman has revealed. (Oneindia)
Pop Tarts: Hugh Hefner on Playboy Requirements, Hottest Women Sep 16, 2008
Scarlett Johansson and Angelina Jolie, he said. Speaking of Johansson, being Woody Allen's unofficial muse has inflated her ego, the New York Post's Page Six gossip column reports. (Fox News)
Scarlett Johansson: I'm not a prima donna Sep 16, 2008
BEIJING, Sept. 16 -- Scarlett Johansson has been labelled "the biggest prima donna," a claim the star denies ... Actress Scarlett Johansson, star of director Woody Allen's new film "Vicky Cristina Barcelona", poses at the film's premiere in Los Angeles August 4, 2008. (Xinhuanet, China)
Jade Goody's baby girl dream shattered Sep 16, 2008
Jade Goody's baby girl dream shattered. Monday, September 15 2008. (Oneindia)
Excerpts from Woody Allen's Spanish diary Sep 10, 2008
lope Cruz, center, and Scarlett Johansson ... Offered role to Scarlett Johansson. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The Clean Teen Sep 9, 2008
Directors in the New York film include Mira Nair, Allen Hughes, Natalie Portman, Scarlett Johansson and Shekhar Kapur. The list of actors is something else again, including Portman, the aforementioned Irfan Khan, Kevin Bacon, Orlando Bloom, Chris Cooper, Christina Ricci, Bradley Cooper, Drea de Matteo, Julie Christie, John Hurt, Shia LaBeouf and Robin Wright Penn. (Fox News)
Stars 'Stand Up to Cancer,' raise $100M Sep 9, 2008
Among those participating were Abigail Breslin, Billy Crystal, Jack Black, Scarlett Johansson, Josh Brolin, Jimmy Fallon, Marg Helgenberger, Rob Lowe, Keanu Reeves, America Ferrera, Ellen DeGeneres, Sharon Osbourne and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. As Josh Groban and Monica Mancini performed John Lennon's Imagine, Halle Berry, Forest Whitaker, Jennifer Garner and Casey Affleck voiced the stories of people with cancer and those whose relatives have had the disease. (USA Today -- Life)
THEY CAN SING, TOO: Other stars with musical mojo Sep 9, 2008
Some other rockin' stars - USATODAY.com. Some other rockin' stars. (USA Today -- Life)
Back to the good old ways Sep 7, 2008
With Scarlett Johansson, Eva Mendes, Sarah Paulson, and Jaime King as assorted titillations. Also opening: "Last Chance Harvey". (Boston Globe)
In It For The Long Haul Sep 7, 2008
"But I remember he said, 'Why don't you learn better English, learn a proper accent, and come down to L.A.?' And I was like, 'No, I'm sorry, sir. I don't want that.' And he was like, 'Come on, you lazy cow.' And I said, 'No, it's not a question of being lazy. I just want to blossom in nice roles, whatever the geography.' It's very difficult, the path of young actresses. For example, Scarlett Johansson started out to be a very indie actress, with very edgy roles. But even she - it seems like,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
LA Welcomes Back MTV's VMAs Sep 7, 2008
A dazzling array of pop culture figures are set to serve as presenters, including record-setting swimmer Michael Phelps, "Hannah Montana" star Miley Cyrus, Lindsay Lohan, Scarlett Johansson and the cast of the upcoming film, "High School Musical 3.". The awards were last held in Southern California in 1998 at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City. (Click2Houston, TX)
Woody Allen has his groove back Sep 6, 2008
Hence the title "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" where Vicky (Rebecca Hall) and Cristina (Scarlett Johansson) not only find romance with the same sensual Spaniard (Javier Bardem), but an entirely different, less-than-monogamous way of looking at life and love. And all one can say is "Viva Barcelona" - not only for breathing new life into the two women, but for breathing new life into the filmmaker, Woody Allen. (Boston Globe)
