Kid Rock Sentenced For Waffle Related Melee Jul 24, 2008
A caucasian, anti-geek, frat, ad exec boy on a quest to find sex, sneakers, an iPhone, Selma Blair, Tim Roth and much, much more. The Babes of Bollywood. (Actress Archives)
Kath & Kim on the move Jul 23, 2008
NBC's latest decision follows recent bad press for the show, starring American actresses Molly Shannon as Kath and Selma Blair as Kim. Earlier this month, New York-based media analyst Horizon Media predicted Kath & Kim would be a dud with US audiences and in recent days reports allege the show is receiving an "emergency reworking" and key crew had been replaced. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Look at moiye, I'm so preddy Jul 23, 2008
"If [you] squint your eyes when you're watching I look so young," says Selma Blair ... At a press tour in Beverly Hills this week, Selma Blair entertained showbiz reporters with her rambling answers to their obscure questions. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Coming to NBC: confusion Jul 23, 2008
One series, the Australian import "Kath and Kim," starring Molly Shannon and Selma Blair, showed clips that the executive producer suggested might be reshot at a later date. Not exactly helpful. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Low-key fighting makes 'Hellboy' ho-hum Jul 23, 2008
The flick begins with Hellboy in the throes of domestic bliss, which means that he regularly engages in stupid fights over trite issues with Liz (Selma Blair), his flame-wielding girlfriend. There's a pregnancy amiss, which in addition to supplying us with one of those delightful "she's having a baby" subplots, also charges us with the guilty pleasure of figuring out how a seven-foot tall demon would make love to a 100-pound woman. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Perlman was born to play Hellboy Jul 22, 2008
Abe Sapien (Doug Jones), Hellboy (Ron Perlman) and fire starter Liz Sherman (Selma Blair) return to the big screen in "Hellboy II: The Golden Army." ... Starring Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, and Jeffrey Tambor. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Win a Date With Miley Jul 22, 2008
Selma Blair Reveals Fascination With Death and Decay. Selma Blair is one strange woman, but at least she isn t afraid to admit it. (Fox News)
Blair fighting off flirty women Jul 19, 2008
Selma Blair fighting off advances from women ... Selma Blair fighting off advances from women ... Selma Blair is shocked by how many of her friends have lesbian crushes on her. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Some summer blockbusters offer decent entertainment Jul 19, 2008
Perlman reprises his role as Hellboy or Red, but now he has a love interest in the flaming hot Liz Sherman (Selma Blair). Director Guillermo del Toro (known best for his insanely graphic R-rated film Pan's Labyrinth ) provides some amazing creatures and spectacular battle sequences. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Mini Movie Reviews Jul 18, 2008
" All Shyamalan comes up with is an intriguing impetus for a story that ultimately goes nowhere and says nothing. (David Germain, Associated Press) 91 min. R. Georgia Square: 1:15, 4:15, 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. daily. Harold Escape from Guantanamo Bay - Harold (John Cho) and Kumar (Kal Penn) get themselves into trouble trying to sneak a bong on board a flight to Amsterdam. Now, being suspected of terrorism, they are forced to run from the law and try to find a way to prove their innocence. What... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Guillermo Del Toro, Selma Blair Want To See 'Pain' And 'Consequence' In Potential 'Hellboy III' Jul 16, 2008
Guillermo Del Toro, Selma Blair Want To See 'Pain' And 'Consequence' In Potential 'Hellboy III. I'm going to let him tell me how he wants it to go,' star Ron Perlman says of director Del Toro. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Demon rakes in millions at box office Jul 15, 2008
Universal's "Hellboy" sequel, starring Ron Perlman and Selma Blair, took first spot at the box office. Universal's "Hellboy" sequel, starring Ron Perlman as the red-skinned devil fighting for the good guys, took over the top spot from Will Smith's superhero tale "Hancock," which slipped to second place with $33 million, according to studio estimates Sunday. (CNN -- Showbiz)
IGN Meets GDT Jul 14, 2008
Along with his expanding team in the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense ; pyrokinetic girlfriend Liz (Selma Blair), aquatic empath Abe (Doug Jones) and protoplasmic mystic Johann Kraus (voiced by Seth MacFarlane) ; the B.P.R.D. will travel between the surface strata and the unseen magical one, where creatures of fantasy become corporeal. And Hellboy, a creature of two worlds who's accepted by neither, must choose between the life he knows and an unknown destiny that beckons him. (IGN FilmForce)
'Hellboy II' Catches Fire with $35.9 Million Debut Jul 14, 2008
Selma Blair and Ron Perlman are shown in a scene from, 'Hellboy II: The Golden Army. Superheroes battling inner demons often rule the box office. (Fox News)
'Hellboy II' catches fire with big debut Jul 14, 2008
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Actor ready to drop disguise, get close Jul 14, 2008
" Says co-star Selma Blair: "I can't imagine anyone else playing Hellboy. Ron is it. (London Free Press)
US Kath & Kim predicted to flop Jul 13, 2008
It cast Molly Shannon, one of America's most loved comediennes after a six-year stint on sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live, as Kath and big screen actress, Selma Blair, who stars in the new action film Hellboy 2: The Golden Army, as Kim. AAP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Buzz Briefs: Brangelina, Mariah Carey Jul 13, 2008
Paltrow and Hurley at Estee Lauder event; plus, Gabrielle Union, Selma Blair, Dave Matthews and Tom Brokaw. Photo Essay. (CBS News)
Twice as much is satisfactory Hellboy Jul 13, 2008
Alas, firestarting girlfriend Liz Sherman (Selma Blair), who keeps a secret from Hellboy that creates some good-natured corn, delivers lines as if she s in a teen comedy. Then again, considering the target audience, perhaps she is. (Cleveland.com)
Hellboy II: The Golden Army Jul 13, 2008
Cast: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, Luke Goss, David Hyde Pierce. Director: Guillermo del Toro. (Anchorage Daily News)
'Hellboy II,' 4 stars Jul 13, 2008
As Nuada plots his takeover, Hellboy is trying to get used to domestic life with Liz (Selma Blair), whose pyrokinetic abilities - she can start fires, basically - don't match the seeming lack of warmth in their relationship ... Selma Blair and Ron Perlman star in " Hellboy II: The Golden Army." ... Cast: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Hellboys Perlman: Man behind the mask Jul 13, 2008
That he can still let a character shine through when its even that much harder, said Selma Blair, who plays Hellboys fiery girlfriend. No one else could do it. (MSNBC -- News)
Tidbits: Jessica deeply hurt by Pam Jul 13, 2008
While surrounded by actors wearing loads of makeup and latex prosthetics, Selma Blair enjoyed her barely there cosmetics and costumes on the set of Hellboy II: The Golden Army. But rather than simply counting herself lucky for the light load, the actress rubbed it in. (MSNBC -- News)
Del Toro's golden touch illuminates 'Hellboy II' Jul 13, 2008
At Hellboy's side are his Bureau for Paranormal Research and Development colleagues, an array that includes his fiery girlfriend, Liz Sherman (Selma Blair), and the robotic/aquatic Abe Sapien (Doug Jones). While the various action sequences are exciting, an early one with swarms of voracious tooth fairies drags on. (USA Today -- Life)
MORE: Things are golden for Selma Blair Jul 13, 2008
Life's golden for 'Hellboy' star Selma Blair - USATODAY.com ... Life's golden for 'Hellboy' star Selma Blair ... On her own terms: Selma Blair says she has become "spoiled" about the roles she takes "I can choose some of them, so I do.". (USA Today -- Life)
Hellboy II falls from grace Jul 13, 2008
Also irritating Hellboy is the cold shoulder hes been getting from his girlfriend Liz Sherman (Selma Blair), a woman whose pyrokinetic powers allow her to burst into flames without harming herself ... Starring: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Jeffrey Tambor, Doug JonesDirector: Guillermo del ToroRun time: 1 hour, 50 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Hellboy 2: The Golden Army': Saving the world again, for the fun of it Jul 13, 2008
The love between Hellboy and the downcast, combustible Liz Sherman (Selma Blair) gives this film, like its precursor, an undercurrent of hard-boiled, noirish romanticism. There are also Tolkienish elves, officious bureaucrats and a showstopping Barry Manilow song washed down with many cans of Tecate beer. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
You're Going to Hellboy Jul 13, 2008
This top-secret facility houses such freaks of nature as Abe Sapien (Doug Jones), a water-dwelling fish/man with empathic powers, and Hellboy's girlfriend, Liz Sherman (Selma Blair), a pyro-kinetic woman who can burst into flames at will. These preternaturally gifted research subjects are smuggled out of the bureau to fight crimes by nightuntil the less-than-discreet Hellboy gives away the game by falling out a window into a crowd of waiting reporters. (Slate)
'Hellboy II': Red's Labyrinth, By Kurt Loder Jul 13, 2008
Hellboy (Ron Perlman, a lovable grump once again) is still employed at the secretive Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense, alongside fiery Liz Sherman (Selma Blair) and fishy Abe Sapien (Doug Jones). He and Liz are having romantic difficulties, but those are put on hold when an alarm summons the team to a Manhattan auction house that has unwisely offered up for bids a remnant of an ancient crown of unknown provenance. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Hellboy Heats Up the Superhero Jul 13, 2008
") The movie's tone is often facetious, which keeps it from reaching the melancholy heights of Pan's Labyrinth. But its humor mixes with pathos, as when Hellboy and Abe, mooning over lost loves, duet on the '70s kitsch classic "Can't Smile Without You (Time.com)
What the heck? 'Hellboy II' is no work of art, but it's a hoot Jul 13, 2008
Universal Pictures photos Selma Blair is fire-girl Liz Sherman, Hellboy's love interest in "Hellboy II: The Golden Army." ... His only obstacle: Hellboy (Ron Perlman) and his paranormal pals, the pyrokinetic Liz (Selma Blair) and Abe (Doug Jones), the fish-man empath. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Foxy Yank gals Jul 8, 2008
Fans of the first foxy morons - played by Jane Turner and Gina Riley - will also be thrilled by actor Selma Blair's assurance that the comedy would not be "ruined" in translation ... Selma Blair and Molly Shannon in the US version of Kath i ... Also, Selma Blair is a typical Hollywood bimbo, she stated in an interview that although she put on a little weight to play Kim, she was afraid to gain more weight for the role - has she SEEN Gina Riley. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Playing It Cool Jul 8, 2008
SELMA BLAIR ENJOYS TEASING COSTUMED CO-STARS IN 'HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY'- New York Post ... SELMA Blair was one of the few stars of "Hellboy II: The Golden Army" who didn't have to wear extensive prosthetics and heavy makeup - and she was relentless in teasing the rest of the cast about it. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Dark horse director Jul 8, 2008
In this movie, the original cast returns Perlman as Hellboy, Selma Blair as pyrokinetic Liz Sherman, and Doug Jones as Abe Sapien, the aquatic empath. Together, they are part of the US governments secret organisation, the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense (BPRD). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Look at moi in America Jul 8, 2008
Molly Shannon and Selma Blair ... Kim, played by Selma Blair, is as annoying and self-centred as her Fountain Lakes counterpart. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Del Toro's devilish humor stokes 'Hellboy II' Jul 8, 2008
In this photo provided by Universal, Selma Blair and Ron Perlman star in " Hellboy II: The Golden Army." (AP Photo/Universal, Egon Endenyi) ... And, of course, Selma Blair is back as Liz, Hellboy's (literally) fiery girlfriend. (The Trentonian, NJ)
A helluva creative genius Jul 7, 2008
Moreover, the sequel, opening Friday, spends as much time exploring his thorny relationship with both fire-generating Liz Sherman (Selma Blair) and humanity itself (after being "outed" he becomes late-night comedy fodder) as it does following his latest mission to save the world from otherworldly forces bent on global destruction and domination. "The things I love the most in the first movie were the monsters and the intimate moments," del Toro explains to journalists at a Beverly Hills hotel. (Winnipeg Sun)
LAFF 08: The Poker House Jul 3, 2008
The film stars Jennifer Lawrence as Agnes, a smart and self-aware teenager who reluctantly presides over the decrepit abode where her addict-whore mother Sarah (Selma Blair) and two younger sisters Bee (Sophia Bairley) and Cammie (Chloe Moretz) live. Waking on the morning of the biggest game of her high school basketball career, Agnes goes through the motions of her daily routine, which means rousing whoever Sarah bedded the previous evening, rolling newspapers for Bee's local route, and... (IGN FilmForce)
Celebs go to great short lengths Jul 3, 2008
By Andrea Mandell,, USA TODAY Hair extensions. This summer, celebrities are stepping out with bobs that chop straight to the chin, proving less equals more. (USA Today -- Life)
US Kath & Kim star Selma Blair blasts critics Jul 2, 2008
US Kath tar Selma Blair blasts critics ... HOLLYWOOD star Selma Blair has revealed she is shocked by an Australian-led blogger backlash about her US version of Kath i. (NEWS.com.au)
Batman, Hellboy, Mulder bring blockbusters Jun 25, 2008
Starring: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, Luke Goss, Seth MacFarlaneDirector: Guillermo del ToroStory: When an ancient truce between humans and the invisible realm of the fantastic is broken, a ruthless elf prince (Goss) awakens an army of evil creatures. Its up to Hellboys Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense to travel between the surface world and the magical one to defeat the prince. (MSNBC -- News)
Agent 99 gets smart on fashion and fame Jun 25, 2008
And I also love Tilda Swinton, Cate Blanchett and Selma Blair, who is so fabulous. Any other Hollywood icons lurking in your closet. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Movie studios consider rentals on DVD release Jun 24, 2008
Actors Doug Jones (L), Ron Perlman and Selma Blair are shown in this undated publicity photo released to Reuters April 23, 2008 in a scene from Universal Studios upcoming film "Hellboy II: The Golden Army." Hollywood studios are considering renting films to cable television subscribers and Internet users on the same day they are released on DVD. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). LOS ANGELES, June 23 (Xinhua) -- In a move to restore the growth of one of their most lucrative businesses, Hollywood studios... (Xinhuanet, China)
US Kath & Kim get a better timeslot May 28, 2008
The switch in nights is a vote of confidence by NBC executives in Kath & Kim, set in Florida with American actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair cast in the roles made famous by Australians Jane Turner and Gina Riley. If Kath & Kim had remained on Tuesday nights, its lead-in would have been the US version of the reality TV series, The Biggest Loser, a solid rater but with a different built-in audience. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Rodney's take on fall lineups May 20, 2008
" Some shows that didn't: "1 vs. 100," "Bionic Woman," "Journeyman," "Las Vegas," "The Singing Bee," "Scrubs" (to ABC). What's new: Watch for a remake of "Knight Rider," an Australian import remake "Kath (starring Molly Shannon and Selma Blair), and a Christian Slater vehicle, "My Own Worst Enemy." There's also a new version of Robinson Crusoe set for Friday nights. A spinoff of "The Office" is planned for midseason. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
So, what's on? TV networks set schedules for '08-09 season May 17, 2008
New: Kath & Kim (Molly Shannon and Selma Blair in a remake of Australian comedy); Knight Rider (remake of the '80s favorite); My Own Worst Enemy ( Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde -inspired thriller with Christian Slater); Crusoe (adventure tale based on Robinson Crusoe ); The Philanthropist (billionaire playboy becomes do-gooder); top-secret spinoff of The Office ; Merlin (Merlin and King Arthur, the early years); Kings (epic period drama with Ian McShane); SNL Thursday Night Live, (sketches, etc. . (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hot summer movies May 16, 2008
Doug Jones (from left), Ron Perlman (who stars as Hellboy) and Selma Blair appear in the motion picture Hellboy. Partners. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Kevin D. Thompson - TV Talk May 15, 2008
Fall TV Sneak Preview: CBS. Feeling rather bullish as America's "most watched network," CBS announced today that it's adding five new shows (two comedies, three dramas) to its new fall schedule. (The Palm Beach Post)
Summer Scene May 13, 2008
Starring: Ron Perlman and Selma Blair. With humanity growing cynical, the realm of fantasy is dying, so an Elfland prince attacks. (The Citizen - online, TX)
Fall TV Season May 13, 2008
Want The Scoop On All The New Fall Shows. Click On My Blog All Week. (The Palm Beach Post)
Reel Summer Fun May 11, 2008
There's no sign that Selma Blair gets naked in this one, the way she did in last year's "Feast of Love.". If you don't see this movie. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
NYCC 08: Hellboy II Golden at Con Apr 22, 2008
Del Toro walked out to thunderous applause and introduced his teammates, who he called "a bunch of cool motherf---ers." This group consisted of Ron Perlman (Hellboy), Selma Blair (Liz Sherman), Doug Jones (Abe Sapien), Luke Goss (Prince Nuada), creator Mike Mignola, and producer Mike Richardson. Of course, the loquacious del Toro dominated the panel, a situation the rest of the assembled talent seemed more than used to. (IGN FilmForce)
Comic Con crowd journeys into many realms Apr 21, 2008
A large crowd gathered to greet the forces behind Hellboy 2, including director Guillermo del Toro and stars Selma Blair and Ron Perlman ... A vision from Hellboy: Selma Blair, who stars in Hellboy 2: The Golden Army, is fearless in the face of one of the feature's creatures. (USA Today -- Life)
Kath and Kim sparks US hunt for Aussies Apr 15, 2008
NBC is banking on Kath & Kim to be a winner, with US actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair in the roles made famous in Australia by Jane Turner and Gina Riley. Kath & Kim will be the centrepiece of NBC's Tuesday night lineup when it debuts in America's autumn. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Continuereading Apr 15, 2008
Actor Forest Whitaker and U2 frontman Bono gave their second video reports/pleas from Africa, while celebs like Kobe Bryant, Selma Blair, Kyra Sedgwick, Rob Schneider and others lip-synched to the Monkees' 'I'm a Believer,' urging more donations. Seacrest announced midway through that the amount donated thus far had exceeded $60 million; Idol bosses said earlier this week that they're ultimately hoping to exceed the $100 million mark. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
NYCC 08: Hellboy II Burns Up New York : Guillermo del Toro, Mike Mignola and the... Apr 12, 2008
In addition to Mignola and del Toro (Pan's Labyrinth), stars Ron Perlman (Hellboy), Selma Blair (Liz Sherman), Doug Jones (Abe Sapien, among various other characters) and Luke Goss (Prince Nuada) will be in attendance to discuss Hellboy II: The Golden Army. Hitting theaters on July 11th, the film is described thusly by studio Universal: "With a signature blend of action, humor and character-based spectacle, the saga of the world's toughest, kitten-loving hero from Hell continues to unfold in... (IGN FilmForce)
Soft Spot for Spears Apr 8, 2008
" Ever. Tsk-tsk.) Other well, interesting, tidbits included Ellen DeGeneres "pretending" to be Oprah Winfrey, a cute "Get On Your Feet" comeback from pop princess Gloria Estefan and a very energetic music video featuring everyone from Emma "Baby Spice" Bunton, Dr. Phil, George Lo 00004000 pez, Kylie Minogue and Selma Blair. This year's show also gave our political candidates a chance to share their thoughts with the world, but it was a little one-sided. Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama... (Fox News)
Heroes and ER returning to US TV Apr 5, 2008
Actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair feature in the US version of Australian comedy Kath nd new drama My Own Worst Enemy will star Christian Slater. Golden Globe winner Ian McShane has signed up to star in new drama Kings. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
At NBC, Supersizing the Season Apr 4, 2008
NBC will try to break comedy into a new night Tuesday by slotting Kath and Kim, the story of a mother and daughter with big personalities and bad accents (Molly Shannon and Selma Blair will play the roles), after 90-minute episodes of The Biggest Loser. The idea of breaking the boundaries of the traditional season is not new. (New York Times)
Ben Silverman's Critique of Slate Apr 4, 2008
Regarding the lastan adaptation of a mother-daughter laugh-fest from AustraliaSilverman mentioned having put Selma Blair through "a Darryl Zanuck-type screen test," which struck me as odd. Though Zanuck, like many a mogul, viewed film of novice actors before offering them contracts, his most famous contribution to the casting process involved meeting would-be starlets on his couch 'round about 4 p.m. When I asked Silverman whether he meant that line as a joke about hooking up with his... (Slate)
NYCC's IGN Theater Slate Apr 3, 2008
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Kath and Kim to be unleashed on America Apr 3, 2008
NBC revealed today the show, starring US actresses Molly Shannon and Selma Blair in the roles made famous by Jane Turner and Gina Riley, will be the centrepiece of the network's Tuesday night schedule ... "Kath Day (Molly Shannon) is the mum, a foxy, 40-something divorcee who finally has time for herself and her search for love. "Kim Day (Selma Blair) is the daughter, a princess recently separated from her husband who finds consolation in food. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Friday Night Lights to return in the fall Apr 3, 2008
Kath & Kim, a mother-and-daughter comedy adapted from an Australian hit and starring Molly Shannon and Selma Blair. Knight Rider, an updating of the 1980s action-fantasy about a man and his robotic car (reintroduced earlier this season as a TV film). (MSNBC -- News)
NBC Announces 2008-09 Schedule Apr 3, 2008
Her co-star, Selma Blair, wanted to be included in the project because she was a fan of the Australian version. NBC also wanted Ian McShane for its series Kings. (TVweek.com)
NBC announces its year-round TV schedule Apr 3, 2008
New shows also include My Own Worst Enemy, starring Christian Slater as a man with two identities, a suburban dad and a trained Jason Bourne-style killer; and Kath & Kim, an adaptation of an Australian hit comedy about a mom (Molly Shannon) and daughter (Selma Blair). Details of The Office spinoff, from the same creative team, are being kept under wraps, but it will include some cast members, premiere after the Super Bowl, and then follow The Office on Thursdays in February. (USA Today)
