Madness of King George Jul 30, 2008
6m, a third of Tonga's aid budget He's invited Elle, Mick Jagger, Elton and Sean Connery Car is a London taxi with white leather seats ... Sir Elton John, Sir Mick Jagger, Elle Macpherson and Sir Sean Connery are all among the A-listers invited to the 1. (Mirror.co.uk)
Hollywood Likely to Set a New All-Time Box Office Record in 2008 Jul 29, 2008
Bond is Bond, and Daniel Craig is the best version since Sean Connery. I do not love the title, but my gut says it will be the biggest Jame Bond movie ever. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The Bank Job Jul 26, 2008
He wanted Michael Caine and Sean Connery to play the robbers, which would have been fun. The bank job in question is the only slightly famous Baker Street heist of 1971, also known as the walkie-talkie robbery, because a ham radio operator heard the robbers chattering on his frequency and called in the police. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sean Connery slams Australian ex wife Diane Cilento Jul 24, 2008
Diane Cilento and Sir Sean Connery. HELL hath no fury like James Bond scorned, with former 007, Sean Connery, yesterday slamming his Australian ex-wife as "insane" after she claimed he had disinherited their son. (NEWS.com.au)
BB bashers are cultural snobs: critic Jul 23, 2008
Veteran film star Sir Sean Connery has labelled his Australian ex-wife Dianne Cilento an "insane woman" who is prepared to "stoop to the level of the gutter" after she made claims he had disinherited their only son. Big Brother finalist Ben McCallum says he and his fellow housemates are to blame for the reality TV show's demise after eight years. (Ninemsn)
Connery's fury at former wife's claim Jul 22, 2008
Shaken that his former wife Diane Cilento should have dragged their son, Jason, into her increasingly acrimonious feud with him, Sir Sean Connery has told Mandrake that she is an insane woman who is prepared to stoop to the level of the gutter in her attempts to tarnish his reputation. Mandrake by Tim Walker Last Updated: 10:42PM BST 21 Jul 2008. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Craig wore heels in Bond Jul 22, 2008
" Craig is one of the shortest actors to take on the James Bond role, with Sean Connery, 77, and Timothy Dalton, 62, both 6-feet, 2 inches. Roger Moore, 80, and Pierce Brosnan, 55, are just a shade shorter at 6-feet, 1-inch. When he was originally chosen to play Bond, Craig faced a barrage of criticism for being too short and fair haired. Arterton disagrees. "Daniel is the sexiest Bond ever. He didn't have to wear the special shoes during the whole film, just for the scenes where they wanted me... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Hayek not depressed about split Jul 22, 2008
Last Update: 5:36 am. (L-R) Actress Salma Hayek and Francois Henri Pinault attend a reception to benefit UNICEF hosted by Gucci during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2008 at The United Nations on February 6, 2008 in New York City. (FOX23.com, OK)
Tulsa Public Schools Students Will Walk Farther Jul 22, 2008
Reported by: Frank Wiley Email: Last Update: 7/21 10:40 pm. Some students will have quite a hike to the school bus stop when school starts again next month. (FOX23.com, OK)
Sean Connery son 'snubbed from fortune' Jul 21, 2008
Sean Connery son 'snubbed from fortune ... Sean Connery son 'snubbed from fortune ... Sean Connery ex-wife says the star won't give his son a cent of his fortune. (Ninemsn)
`Clone Wars' revives old-style `Star Wars' fun Jul 18, 2008
""I was hoping I'd never have to lay eyes on this dustball again," Anakin says.Opening with a variation on John Williams' familiar "Star Wars" theme, the movie is heavy on humor. Anakin devises an amusing low-tech way for him and Ahsoka to sneak inside a droid energy shield. Obi-Wan engages in a witty surrender negotiation with a general who speaks in a Sean Connery brogue. When a droid falls off a cliff and smashes on the ground, his superior leans over and barks, "Get back here, sergeant. "A... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Movies under the stars Jul 17, 2008
Sean Connery, Drew Barrymore and Harrison Ford are among the stars you can watch while relaxing under the stars this summer at Snoqualmie parks. This year's Starlight Cinema theme is "past summer blockbusters," said John Good of the Snoqualmie Arts Commission, which is organizing the events along with 4Culture. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
'Clone Wars' revives old-style 'Star Wars' fun Jul 17, 2008
Obi-Wan engages in a witty surrender negotiation with a general who speaks in a Sean Connery brogue. When a droid falls off a cliff and smashes on the ground, his superior leans over and barks, "Get back here, sergeant.". (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Keep an eye on these Kids Jul 13, 2008
Brown, who got his big break with Sean Connery in "Finding Forrester" and also starred with Samuel L. Jackson in "Coach Carter," now plays college running back Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy, in "The Express," also starring Dennis Quaid and Charles S. Dutton, out in October. For the kiddies (and their Nickelodeon-lovin' parents), Janice Burgess, producer of "The Backyardigans," will talk about her creative process, accompanied by one of her characters - the... (Boston Globe)
Return of the hero Jul 6, 2008
From Sean Connery to Daniel Craig there have been changes to the character and the franchise, but overall, you know what lies ahead when you sit down to watch a James Bond movie. Dirty Harry You d have good reason to say that in 1971, a new bread of movie hero was born: Action. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The week's best films on TV Jul 5, 2008
Sean Connery is replaced by the one it's always hard to remember, but in fact George Lazenby makes an impressively smooth 007. Otherwise, this is the usual fare: Blofeld is again the villain, now played by Telly Savalas; and director Hunt handles the snowy Alpine action well, with Bond meeting his match in Diana Rigg. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Four Weddings is Britain's best Jul 1, 2008
Former James bond, Sir Sean Connery and 'Silence of the Lambs' actor Sir Anthony Hopkins were voted joint favourite British actor in the Virgin Media poll, with Michael Caine in third place. Dame Judi Dench saw off competition from Helen Mirren and Julie Walters to be named Best British Actress. (stv.tv)
Which Hugh Grant comedy has been voted the best British film ever? Four guesses Jul 1, 2008
Sir Anthony Hopkins shared the title of Britain's favourite actor with Sir Sean Connery, while Sir Michael Caine took third place. Dame Judi Dench was named the country's favourite actress, ahead of Dame Helen Mirren and Julie Walters. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Prince Charles makes 1m more, pays less tax and still saves the ... Jul 1, 2008
Sir Michael said that the Aston, a convertible version of the the one driven by Sean Connery in the 1964 film Goldfinger, is driven about 300 miles a year by the Prince. He suggested that the possibility of running it on wine left over from entertaining was something that may be looked into. (Times Online)
Carlyle Wins At Festival Jun 30, 2008
The awards were presented to the winners by EIFF Patron Sir Sean Connery at Edinburgh's Filmhouse. Share this article. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Feature: Jason Solomons' view Jun 30, 2008
Sir Sean Connery, grumpy in his pyjamas after a fire alarm turfed Caledonian Hotel residents out of bed at 1am. Jury president Danny Huston sampling whisky at the bar: 'I've a bottle in my room but I can't remember if it's empty or full. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Massive demand for book festival Jun 23, 2008
Sir Sean Connery's appearance at the festival has sold out. An appearance by Sir Sean Connery at Edinburgh's International Book Festival in August has sold out within an hour of going on sale. (BBC News)
From Micheline with love Jun 22, 2008
sa 22/06/2008 07:24:46 I like Sean Connery even though he's a Nat but this is hardly the stuf of headline news. Like on Sky News this am-BREAKING NEWS-Gordon Brown arrives in Jeddah. (Scotsman)
Buzz Briefs:Amy Winehouse, Johnny Cash Jun 20, 2008
Will Smith and Charlize Theron promote "Hancock"; plus, Nicole Richie, Hilary Duff, Bono and Sean Connery. Photo Essay. (CBS News)
Review: 'Get Smart' funny, some of the time Jun 20, 2008
Powers is the swingin' love child of Sean Connery and Peter Sellers, whereas Smart is a far more prosaic American composite of Jack Benny, Jack Webb and Lou Costello. By coincidence, Carell finds himself going head-to-head with Mike Myers' "The Love Guru" this weekend. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Hitting The High Notes Jun 18, 2008
They will be joined by the EIFF's patron Sir Sean Connery at Cineworld, Fountain Park. Keira, who plays Dylan Thomas' lover Vera Phillips in the film, was made to sing live in revenge for not choosing the right part. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Stars out for film festival gala Jun 18, 2008
The guest list for the red carpet opening gala also includes actress Joely Richardson, Sean Connery and Jaime Winstone. Singer-songwriter Beth Rowley will perform at the festival ahead of the red-carpet premiere. (BBC News -- UK)
Shocked, not awed. Jun 18, 2008
By Richard CohenPosted Friday, Dec. 1, 2006, at 5:54 PM ET Sean Connery as James Bond ... The face of British intelligence became Sean Connery, who Fleming himself originally thought looked like "a lorry driver." What's more, the earnest and colorless Felix Leighter, the spy from Wal-Mart, became the bland face of the CIA: No flash, no sassand no ass, either ... Photograph of Sean Connery on Slate's home page from Wikipedia. (Slate)
Connery to launch memoirs at festival Jun 14, 2008
Sir Sean Connery is to launch his autobiography on August 25. The actor will unveil Being A Scot on the last day of the two-week Edinburgh International Book Festival, which is also his 78th birthday. (Digital Spy)
Sean Connery to unveil long-awaited memoirs Jun 13, 2008
Chris Pizzello / AP fileActor Sir Sean Connery is best known for his portrayal of Ian Fleming's fictional British spy, "James Bond." ... LONDON - Sean Connery will offer the first public glimpse of his memoirs at this year's Edinburgh Book Festival, organizers announced Thursday. (MSNBC -- News)
Connery ready to tell all Jun 13, 2008
Edinburgh Sean Connery is set to shake and stir this year's Edinburgh Book Festival by unveiling an autobiography on his 78th birthday. The Scottish actor, who defined the role of British secret agent James Bond, and his literary collaborator, filmmaker Murray Grigor, will discuss the book at the festival on Aug. 25, organizers said yesterday. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Curse of BOND strikes again; Craig slices tip of his finger... Jun 12, 2008
And In 1967 during You Only Live Twice with Sean Connery a stuntman lost both his legs in the rotor blades of a helicopter. Share this article. (The Drudge Report)
Johnny's not rotten - Depp voted Britain's favourite actor Jun 10, 2008
Depp beat home-grown stars like Daniel Craig, Sir Sean Connery and Orlando Bloom to top the poll, conducted by the Cinema Advertising Association (CAA). The star, 45, took the largest number of votes across all ages and genders. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Zohan vs. Guru Jun 6, 2008
Whether or not Myers sensed it, Austin was just the antidote we needed -- a James Bond hero with truly disgusting chest hair and teeth who nevertheless thought he was as sexy and dangerous as a young Sean Connery. It was all built on a foundation of Myers' prodigious talents as a quick-change artist when it comes to characters (those Dr. Evil scenes are, in a word, priceless). (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Ian Fleming at 100, and Bond ageless Jun 3, 2008
Sean Connery was unforgettable in the role, and Daniel Craig has yet to wear himself out. His second Bond picture, the 22nd in the saga, called "Quantum of Solace," whatever that means, is scheduled for release in November. (International Herald Tribune)
Travel like 007: James Bond-inspired destinations Jun 3, 2008
Later, the dourly amused Bond (Sean Connery) catches the greedy Auric Goldfinger (Gert Frbe) cheating at cards by the hotel's pool. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Get Movies updates: Jun 1, 2008
Suffice it to say that the film is in that ludicrous, over-the-top Indy style, and all the stuff you need is intact: there are a couple of wistful nods to Henry Jones I (Sir Sean Connery [], tragically not appearing in this film); Indiana rediscovers romance right back from the days of Raiders; John Hurt gives us a great character in Harold Oxley; LeBeouf is more than capable, but thankfully remains in the shadows; and the word 'Junior' still makes us grin. But I must let this one bit slip, for... (Rediff)
DRAFT PREVIEW: News from NBA predraft camp in Orlando May 31, 2008
Wissel is a member of the Screen Actors Guild, with his big break coming in the 2000 Sean Connery film Finding Forrester, in which he played an assistant basketball coach. "Bruce will probably be done filming at the end of July,'' said Wissel, who figures to make $18,000. "That will be good for me, because that's when I run my boys' and girls' camps in Connecticut. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Age can't stop our 'Indiana' May 29, 2008
incomplete wrote on May 28, 2008 8:12 AM:" It's a shame Sean Connery declined a role in this movie. He could have been on screen for five minutes and fans would have gone crazy. ". Harold Reimann wrote on May 23, 2008 6:00 PM:" I'm all for the old to keep on ticking. There should be more use made of old folks instead of retirement. Especially those who have been in power with good minds still available for consultation. ". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Wrapping up Cannes, and reminiscing May 29, 2008
The lore is that the idea of the film festival was hatched at one of the restaurant's tables, just after World War II, and there are plaques on the wall indicating the favorite seats of notables like Picasso and Sean Connery. But now, few stars venture far into the city to public places, di Giovanni said. (International Herald Tribune)
007 Full of Angst in Latest Thriller May 29, 2008
Sean Connery as James Bond in scene from movie "You Only Live Twice", photo on black (AP Photo ). "Devil May Care" picks up right where Fleming left off in 1966, with a racy tale of adventure and mystery that plays across two continents, exotic locations and several of the world's most glamorous cities. (ABC News)
Ford's best films May 26, 2008
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) -- Sean Connery, who played Indy's roguish, owlish pop, was once regarded by Ford as something of a role model, and their jocular byplay elevates what could have been an overcooked sequel into an enjoyable comedic cruise. That Ford has chosen to once again take up the bullwhip and fedora suggests (OK, more than suggests) that he's ready to have fun again. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
The Appeasement Chronicles May 25, 2008
To put it in the words of Sean Connery playing a character in the 1987 movie The Untouchables, Mr. Chamberlain had brought a knife to a gunfight in Munich. To make matters worse, his knife was crafted out of a very thin sheet of paper. (Townhall.com)
Screen gems: UA Film Festival travels through 90 years of classics May 25, 2008
Dr. No (Tuesday): This was the first Bond film, in 1962, with the original and best 007, Sean Connery, plus a fun supporting cast that includes Jack Lord (less stiff, sorta, than in Hawaii Five-O ), Ursula Andress (or undress, as the case may be) and Joseph Wiseman (as the clawed, icily evil Dr. No). The tarantula scene is killer (well, not literally, but that's only because Connery's Bond is the ultimate cool guy under pressure). (San Diego Union-Tribune)
COMPARE: Revisit all the Indiana Jones movies May 23, 2008
Dear old Dad: Sean Connery comes along for the fun in Last Crusade ... Doody says she always felt Sean Connery had her part, meaning that the movie is more about the father- son relationship ... SIDEKICK: Professor Henry Jones (Sean Connery), aka dear old Dad, comes to terms with son Indy after a life spent apart. (USA Today -- Life)
'Indiana Jones' whips up the action May 23, 2008
Be content with that or go watch the one with Sean Connery - again. On the plus side, small flaws and too much action can't take away from the pleasure of seeing Ford back in this signature role and in his signature hat. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Highlander to be remade May 22, 2008
Not to mention a Scotsman (Sean Connery) as an Egyptian with a Spanish name. Now 1986's Highlander is to get the remake treatment with a screenplay from Art Marcum and Matt Holloway, fresh from blockbuster success on Jon Favreau's Iron Man. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
TEMPO: "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull: Good to see Indy, but Skull is a mess May 22, 2008
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'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' May 22, 2008
The movie opens in 1957 Nevada, two decades after Indy, his professorial father (Sean Connery) and a couple of pals literally rode off into the sunset and, we thought, the trilogy. Turns out that "Last Crusade" wasn't really the last. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
FAULKS: 'Devil May Care' May 22, 2008
Favorite Bond movie: From Russia With Love (1963) with Sean Connery, "my favorite Bond," and Lotte Lenya, the acclaimed actress and singer, as the villainous Rosa Klebb, "a nice touch.". Quote: "Bond was a sexual predator, but on the other hand, he was more emotionally susceptible than you might think. He actually fell in love with a few of the girls and indeed, even married one.". (USA Today)
Readers can bond with 007 May 22, 2008
Bond, James Bond: Sean Connery as the cool superspy in 1983. Guidelines: You share in the USA TODAY community, so please keep your comments smart and civil. (USA Today)
'Indiana Jones' review: I want to believe, but ... May 22, 2008
(John Rhys-Davies, Sean Connery and Denholm Elliott, we miss you ... We see pictures of the late Henry Jones Sr. (Sean Connery) and the late Marcus Brody (the late great Denholm Ellliott). (Seacoast New Hampshire)
`Indiana Jones' Movie May Set U.S. Box-Office Record for Memorial Holiday May 22, 2008
In ``The Last Crusade,'' Jones saves his father, played by Sean Connery, from Nazis while racing to recover the Holy Grail. Film critics are mostly praising the movie, with 51 positive reviews of the 65 tracked by. (Bloomberg -- US)
Highlander Reborn May 21, 2008
The 1986 original, starring Christopher Lambert, Sean Connery and Clancy Brown, beget film sequels, TV series, comic books and videogames. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Peter Davis, a producer on the original, will also produce the Highlander remake. (IGN FilmForce)
A First Look at 'Crystal Skull' May 21, 2008
THE HOMAGES: There are tips of the hat to Sean Connery (Indy s dad in The Last Crusade ) and the late Denholm Elliott (he played Dr. Marcus Brody in the first and third films). Those who keep their eyes glued to the screen will also get a glimpse at a very familiar treasure. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Take a crack at our Indiana Jones quiz May 21, 2008
1) B. As revealed by Henry Walton Jones Sr. (Sean Connery) in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" (1989), Henry Walton Jones Jr. took his nickname from the family dog. Incidentally, Walton is also creator George Lucas' middle name. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Cannes 08: Shia Madness May 20, 2008
Firstly, speaking to Fox News, George Lucas commented, "I haven't even told Steven [Spielberg] or Harrison this but I have an idea to make Shia LaBeouf [who plays Mutt] the lead character next time and have Harrison come back like Sean Connery did in the last movie [Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade]. I can see it working out.". Harrison Ford, in a conversation with MTV, was also questioned about potentially being the supporting character next time round. (IGN FilmForce)
New Indy Jones Flick Excites Few At Cannes May 20, 2008
" The new movie hurls archaeologist Jones into the Cold War in 1957. He survives a nuclear blast in the desert in typically creative fashion and is reunited with "Raiders" flame Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen). As speculated, the film has an alien connection, though far more subdued than the "Indiana Jones and the Saucer Men From Mars" story Lucas once envisioned. There are melancholy nods to Sean Connery, who played Indy's dad in 1989's "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" but declined to return... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Indiana Jones debut survives Cannes critics May 20, 2008
There are melancholy nods to Sean Connery, who played Indys dad in 1989s Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade but declined to return for the new movie, and the late Denholm Elliott, Indys college dean in two of the previous movies. And the film reveals the relationship between Indy and his new sidekick, an angry young motorcycle rebel played by Shia LaBeouf. (MSNBC -- News)
Review: Indiana Jones delivers, but just barely May 20, 2008
Even the problematic Last Crusade featured the tongue-in-cheek stunt casting of Sean Connery. Crystal Skull, however, just feels rote and by the numbers, despite the addition of LaBeouf and the more than welcome return of Karen Allen as Marion Ravenwood. (MSNBC -- News)
Why Raiders succeeds where Temple doesnt May 20, 2008
And indeed, 1989s Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade so consciously returns to many of the defining elements of Raiders, with the Holy Grail taking the Arks place as the mysterious and legendary religious relic that Indy and his Nazi enemies are after that except for the great addition of Sean Connery as Indys father, it would be unforgivably derivative 00000B42 if it wasnt so much fun to watch. In a way, Last Crusade homaged Raiders in the same way... (MSNBC -- News)
Indy survives Cannes May 20, 2008
Continuing on the sentimental tack of the last episode, where Jones' father (Sean Connery) surfaced, Mutt's mother turns out to be Indy's first love from the maiden 1981 'Lost Ark' movie, Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen). And Mutt, of course, is his son. (iAfrica.com)
Indiana Jones quiz May 18, 2008
3 Indiana Jones and his father (Sean Connery) go on a quest in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" to find the Holy Grail, the cup from which Jesus drank at the Last Supper. The father-son team must deal with Nazis in the 1938 adventure. (Fresno Bee)
Best of the bad — villains we love May 18, 2008
Sure we'll miss Indy's dad (Sean Connery) and Sallah and Marcus Brody (John Rhys-Davies and the late Denholm Elliott), but their absence is easy enough to understand. How many friends from 1989 are you still in touch with. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Deans donate $1 million to Wayland 05-18-2008 May 18, 2008
Dean played a recurring role, Josh Clements, on the hit TV series, Daniel Boone from 1967-70, and in 1971 he played opposite Sean Connery in the James Bond film, Diamonds Are Forever. As a popular entertainer, Dean became the first country artist to play the Las Vegas strip. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
