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Exclusive Video: Lori Petty and Selma Blair Invite Us Into The Poker House

17 July 2009 12:21 PM, PDT | From MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news

Actress-turned-director Lori Petty makes her feature directorial debut with Poker House, a period drama set in 1976 that explores a typical day in the life of a decidedly atypical teen named Agnes (Jennifer Lawrence). Some folks have the luxury of living each day to the fullest, but for Agnes every day is a grueling struggle for survival; her mother (Selma Blair) is strung-out on drugs, her home has been overrun by degenerates, and her only father figure is a pimp. For Agnes and her two younger sisters this particular day will be marked by both tragedy and triumph, but which will resonate most in the days and weeks to follow? We recently met up with Petty, as well as her two leading ladies Selma Blair and Jennifer Lawrence, to chat about the making of this coming of age drama. To watch our exclusive interviews, click on the video below:

Poker House

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Beau Bridges jumps in to 'Columbus Circle'

7 July 2009 3:02 PM, PDT | From Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news

Beau Bridges has been cast in "Columbus Circle," an indie thriller directed and co-written by George Gallo. "Circle" centers on a reclusive heiress Abigail (Selma Blair), who hasn't left her upscale Manhattan apartment building in nearly two decades. She's in contact with only two people: her building's concierge, Klandermann (Kevin Pollak), with whom she communicates via notes, and Dr. Raymond Fontaine (Bridges), a longtime family friend and her sole confidant for most of her life. Abigail is brought face-to-face with her fears when a detective (Giovanni Ribisi) shows up to investigate a homicide next door and a new couple (Amy Smart and Jason Lee) moves in to that apartment. According to The Hollywood Reporter, principal photography on

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Daily news dose: Virginia Madsen joins 'Invention;' Beau Bridges boards 'Columbus Circle'

7 July 2009 12:58 PM, PDT | From screeninglog.com | See recent screeninglog news

Here is your dose of film news for July 7, 2009:

• Virginia Madsen is the latest to join Kevin Spacey, Craig Robinson, Heather Graham, Johnny Knoxville and Camilla Belle in Trent Cooper's upcoming comedy "Father of Invention." The film follows a stinking rich inventor (Spacey) who goes to jail after one of his creations goes wrong. Once he's released, he runs into several struggles making up time with his family. (Variety)

• Beau Bridges has signed on to star in George Gallo's upcoming thriller "Columbus Circle," which is already shooting. Selma Blair plays an heiress who hasn't left her Manhattan apartment in nearly 20 years. The only people she speaks to are her concierge (Kevin Pollak) and a family friend (Bridges). Things start to change for her when a detective investigates a homicide next door. (THR)

• Peter Krause has boarded Daniel Barnz's "Beastly," a reimagining of "Beauty and the Beast" from CBS Films.

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New on DVD This Week

7 July 2009 12:00 PM, PDT | From The Flickcast | See recent The Flickcast news

Here’s a list of some of the new DVD and Blu-ray releases this week. Plus, some old favorites coming out this week on Blu-Ray.

New Movies:

• Knowing ~ Nicolas Cage, Rose Byrne (DVD and Blu-ray)

• Push ~ Chris Evans, Dakota Fanning (DVD and Blu-ray)

• The Unborn ~ Odette Yustman (DVD and Blu-Ray)

• Night Train ~ Danny Glover, Leelee Sobieski, Steve Zahn (DVD and Blu-ray)

• Five Fingers ~ Laurence Fishburne, Colm Meaney, Antonie Kamerling, Saïd Taghmaoui (DVD and Blu-ray)

• A Day in the Life ~ Omar Epps, Faizon Love, Michael Rapaport, Tyrin Turner (DVD)

• Flying By ~ Billy Ray Cyrus, Heather Locklear, Olesya Rulin, Patricia Neal (DVD)

• Applause for Miss E ~ Vanessa Bell Calloway, Roger Guenveur Smith, Gina Torres (DVD)

• Power Rangers Rpm, Vol. 1: Start Your Engines ~ Eka Darville, Ari Boyland, Rose McIver, Milo Cawthorne (DVD)

• Flight 666 ~ Iron Maiden (Blu-ray)

Previously Released and Classic Movies:

• Lonely are the Brave ~ Kirk Douglas, Gena Rowlands, Walter Matthau, George Kennedy

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Beau Bridges Rounds Out Columbus Circle

7 July 2009 7:26 AM, PDT | From cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news

I'm firmly on the record as being against Columbus Circle, entirely because it's a New York-set movie that's filming, cheekily, in L.A. Do the producers really think that by adding Beau Bridges to the cast, they can win me over? Nice try, guys. THR is reporting that Bridges has signed on to play Dr. Raymond Fontaine, a family friend who is the sole confident for reclusive heiress Abigail (Selma Blair), who gets wrapped up in a murder investigation next door.

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Beau Bridges joins "Columbus Circle"

7 July 2009 1:19 AM, PDT | From Movie Jungle | See recent Movie Jungle news

Beau Bridges has joined "Columbus Circle," an independent thriller which George Gallo is directing and co-writing. The story focuses on a reclusive heiress Abigail (played by Selma Blair), who has not left her Manhattan apartment in almost twenty years. She only contacts two people - Dr. Raymond Fontaine (Bridges) and the building's concierge (Kevin Pollak). When a homicide occurs next door, a detective (Giovanni Ribisi) arrives to investigate and a new couple (played by Jason Lee and Amy Smart) move into the appartment. Pollak co-wrote the script and principal photography has started in Los Angeles.

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Beau Bridges Heads to Columbus Circle

6 July 2009 6:40 PM, PDT | From MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news

In a story from The Hollywood Reporter Beau Bridges has joined the cast of Columbus Circle. The film is being written and directed by George Gallo.

Columbus Circle follows an heiress (Selma Blair), who hasn't moved from her upscale Manhattan apartment building in two decades. The only people she talks to are her building's concierge, Klandermann (Kevin Pollak) and Dr. Raymond Fontaine (Bridges). Fontaine is the only person she really knows and trusts.

The film, which was written by both Gallo and Pollak, has already begun shooting in Los Angeles.

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Lori Petty's Directorial Debut to Hit Screens on July 17

4 July 2009 1:02 PM, PDT | From Cinematical.com | See recent Cinematical news

Hearing about a mixture of Lori Petty and David Alan Grier immediately brings to mind the wonderful '90s, when Petty was the tough-as-nails Tank Girl in a post-apocalyptic water-hungry world and Grier was one of the big names of In Living Color. But now the two have teamed up, and it's not for some quirky bit of comedy, but rather a super-heavy drama that's finally going to hit the big screen.

Variety reports that Phase 4 Films has picked up the U.S. rights to The Poker House, which just so happens to be Petty's directorial debut from a script she wrote with Grier. The Living Color alum stars with Selma Blair and Jennifer Lawrence in the story which can, simply and vaguely, be described as "a portrait of life in a poor small town in Iowa in 1976," as Variety says. But a little more specifically, it's the story of

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Gallo readies for 'Columbus Circle'

1 July 2009 5:40 PM, PDT | From Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news

George Gallo is set for "Columbus Circle."According to The Hollywood Reporter, the veteran writer behind such action comedies as "Bad Boys" and "Midnight Run" will direct the indie thriller from a script he co-wrote with Kevin Pollak, who has a role in the film as well.Selma Blair, Amy Smart, Jason Lee and Giovanni Ribisi also star in "Circle." Oxymoron Entertainment's Christopher Mallick and Blue Star Entertainment's William Sherak and Jason Shuman will produce. "Circle" centers on a reclusive heiress (Blair) in an upscale Manhattan apartment building who is brought face-to-face with her fears when a detective (Ribisi) shows up to investigate a homicide next door and a new couple (Smart and Lee) moves in to that apartment. Pollak plays the

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The Best Cast Of The 90s Goes To Columbus Circle

1 July 2009 9:30 AM, PDT | From cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news

I get all excited when I see that something is filming in my neighborhood. Yes, I live in Manhattan, where not a day goes by without a film shoot, but there's still a joy in seeing the place where you ride your bike on the big screen. So the new thriller Columbus Circle, with its story about an upscale Manhattan apartment building and title referring to the location of my Whole Foods, sounds like exactly the kind of set I will complain about for months when it blocks traffic, and then be happy to see on the screen. Except that it's filming in Los Angeles. And that's no fun at all. So now it's up to the cast-- Selma Blair, Amy Smart, Jason Lee, Giovanni Ribisi and Kevin Pollak-- to make the whole thing worth watching. THR writes that Blair will play a reclusive heiress wrapped up in a

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Gallo 'Circle's Selma Blair, Amy Smart, Jason Lee and Ribisi for Indie Thriller

1 July 2009 | From ioncinema | See recent ioncinema news

- Low budget filmmaker George Gallo has gathered some former players in Giovanni Ribisi (from the just completed Middle Men) and Selma Blair (My Mom's New Boyfriend) and added Amy Smart and Jason Lee to the fold in an indie thriller that was co-written with Kevin Pollak (the actor also has a role in the film - he wrote himself a concierge part). To be filmed in Los Angeles, Columbus Circle is actually a Manhattan apt. set project which focuses on a reclusive heiress (Blair) in an upscale Manhattan apartment building who is brought face-to-face with her fears when a detective (Ribisi) shows up to investigate a homicide next door and a new couple (Smart and Lee) moves in to that apartment. Oxymoron Entertainment's Christopher Mallick and Blue Star Entertainment's William Sherak and Jason Shuman produce. Gallo has failed to make a spark for himself in the previous projects

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Cast Lined Up for Columbus Circle

30 June 2009 10:23 PM, PDT | From TheMovingPicture.net | See recent TheMovingPicture news

Selma Blair, Amy Smart, Jason Lee, Giovanni Ribisi and Kevin Pollak are set to star in Columbus Circle, an indie thriller that George Gallo is directing from a script he co-wrote with Pollack. Principal photography is slated to start this month in Los Angeles. The film centers on a reclusive heiress (Blair) in an upscale Manhattan apartment building who is brought face-to-face with her fears when a detective (Ribisi) shows up to investigate a homicide next door and a new couple (Smart and Lee) moves in to that apartment. Pollak plays the building's concierge and one of the heiress' few friends. On a recent episode of his internet talk show, Pollak revealed that the idea for the film came on a plane ride back from the Cannes Film Festival after producer Christopher Mallick had lost the rights to a remake of a Korean film. Two loft sets were already built and ready to go,

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George Gallo Ventures to Columbus Circle

30 June 2009 6:03 PM, PDT | From MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news

According to The Hollywood Reporter George Gallo (writer of Bad Boys) will be directing Columbus Circle.

Gallo co-wrote the screenplay with Kevin Pollak who will also be in the film. He has a role in the film as well.

Also starring in the film are Selma Blair, Amy Smart, Jason Lee and Giovanni Ribisi.

The film looks at a reclusive heiress (Blair) who lives in a posh Manhattan apartment building. She is made very uneasy when a detective (Ribisi) investigates a homicide next door. After this a young couple (Smart and Lee) takes up residence in that apartment. Pollak is set to play the concierge of the building.

Principal photography will start this month in Los Angeles.

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The 2009 Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Results

25 June 2009 2:33 PM, PDT | From Fangoria.com | See recent Fangoria news

The votes have been compiled and counted, and the readers have spoken: It’s time to announce the winners in our poll of the best horror films and filmmakers of 2008, as well as how the runners-up placed. Elaborating on our report in Fangoria #285 (on sale now), here’s a complete rundown of how the nominees ranked, in descending order, with write-ins also acknowledged (and don’t worry, fans, we’ll get to Martyrs and Deadgirl next year!):

Best Wide-release Film

Hellboy II: The Golden Army (pictured)

Cloverfield

The Strangers

The Ruins

Quarantine

Write-ins: Funny Games; Doomsday; Mirrors

Best Limited-release/Direct-to-video Film

Let The Right One In

Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer

Rogue

Stuck

The Living And The Dead

Write-ins: Inside; Machine Girl; Mother Of Tears

Best Actor

Ron Perlman, Hellboy II: The Golden Army

Kare Hedebrant, Let The Right One In

Marc Senter, The Lost

Trevor Matthews, Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer

Leo Bill,

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Jessica and Ginnifer Make History in Rome

21 May 2009 6:00 AM, PDT | From Popsugar.com | See recent Popsugar news

Jessica Alba made the trek from La to Rome for Bulgari's "Between Eternity And History" bash last night. She was joined by Ginnifer Goodwin, who ditched her recent racy look for something more demure, as well as Selma Blair and Chloe Sevigny. Jason Lewis was the lone male celebrity on the red carpet, as he continues making the rounds on the party scene before likely getting to work on the next Sex and the City movie. They were only one country away from all the star-studded action going down in Cannes, but it seems like Jason and the ladies managed to have a fun night among the Bulgari baubles. View 20 Photos › To see more of the girls - and Jason - just read more. View 20 Photos › Images include: Chloe Sevigny, Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Lewis, Jessica Alba, Selma Blair www.wireimage.com

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The Partying Didn't Stop After the Costume Institute Gala

5 May 2009 8:45 AM, PDT | From Popsugar.com | See recent Popsugar news

After the stunning red carpet, many of the fashionable stars of the Costume Institute Gala headed over to an afterparty hosted by Marc Jacobs at the Monkey Bar in NYC last night. Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake changed out of their formal wear into something more playful to party the night away. Kate Hudson, Liv Tyler, Kate Bosworth, Agyness Deyn and Stella McCartney all crammed into the backseat of a car, staying together after walking the red carpet. It was hard to miss Madonna in her eye-catching outfit as she went home on the arm of Jesus Luz. Josh Hartnett joined in on the festivities looking dashing in his tux, and even Naomi Campbell came out to play despite boycotting the gala. Don't forget to check out all of Fab and Bella's coverage today of the glitzy event. View 40 Photos › Splash News Online To see more photos including Claire Danes,

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The Costume Gala Delivers the Glitz and Glamour!

5 May 2009 6:59 AM, PDT | From Popsugar.com | See recent Popsugar news

The Met's Costume Institute Gala did not disappoint last night in NYC, bringing us one of the most star-studded red carpets of the year. The theme was "Model as Muse," which apparently brought out some interesting fashion choices. Kate Moss and Marc Jacobs were two of the hosts and had all eyes on them when they arrived first and her outfit included a turban. Justin Timberlake was also the man of the evening with Jessica Biel on his arm. Rihanna switched it up for her first red carpet appearance in months and still looked sexy in her dramatic menswear. Josh Jackson and Diane Kruger can do no wrong in our eyes so it was not a surprise that they're perfectly put together. Something must have gotten into the Gossip Girl ladies because they both went with bold choices - Blake slicked down her hair and showed off a long sexy

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Stana Katic: The Hollywood Interview

10 April 2009 3:37 PM, PDT | From The Hollywood Interview | See recent The Hollywood Interview news

Actress Stana Katic looking tailored as Detective Kate Beckett in Castle.

Stana Katic:

Storms The Walls Of Castle

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Alex Simon

Editor's Note: The following article appears in the April issue of Venice Magazine.

Actress Stana Katic is on a roll. After scoring supporting roles in two of last year’s highest-profile films, Quantum of Solace and The Spirit, the statuesque Canadian stunner landed the female lead in ABC’s new police drama/romantic comedy Castle, playing Detective Kate Beckett, a tough-as-nails NYPD officer who finds herself with the regrettable assignment of allowing cocky, best-selling crime novelist Richard Castle (Nathan Fillion) to shadow her for research on his next book. Not only does she find that Castle’s creative instincts for the criminal mind help her solve some of the city’s most challenging murders, she finds her tough exterior melting under Castle’s considerable charms. The show airs Monday nights on ABC.

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Film Junk’s Top 10 Gag Inducing Sex Scenes

26 March 2009 5:38 PM, PDT | From FilmJunk | See recent FilmJunk news

Filmmakers always talk about how awkward it is filming sex scenes. Well guess what? Sometimes it's Equally as awkward watching them! When they're done well, they can be hot, but when placed in the wrong hands, a sex scene can be the worst viewing experience ever. I submit to you that the following 10 films contain some of the most gag inducing sex scenes ever caught on film (excluding pornography of course). Many of the films on this list are included for different reasons; some are brutal, some are awkward, and some are just plain gross. Get ready to have your mind And your genitals blown! These are my picks for the 10 most gag inducing sex scenes. (Caution: Some of the following images may be considered Nsfw.) 10. Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991) [1] I’ll admit it, this might be a bit of a stretch. However, I'm sure that any fan

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Liv Tyler to star in "The Romantics"

24 March 2009 | From Movie Jungle | See recent Movie Jungle news

Liv Tyler will star in a romantic comedy appropriately called "The Romantics" which is being produced by Plum Pictures' Suzanne and Jennifer Todd. Novel writer Galt Niederhoffer adapts as well as directs the film.   The story follows seven close friends on at the wedding of their two friends. Liv Tyler plays the maide of honor Laura who has a long rivalry with her friend over the groom.   Tyler was last seen in the eerie and effective thriller "The Strangers" alongside "Underworld" star Scott Speedman as well as the box  office success "The Incredible Hulk" alongside Edward Norton, William Hurt and Tim Roth.   She can be seen next in the DVD release of "Smother" with Diane Keaton, Dax Shepard and Selma Blair. What's "Smother" about?   Since getting his start on Punk'd, Dax Shepard has had the privilege of starring opposite Hollywood's loveliest ladies, from Jessica Simpson in Employee Of The Month

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