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Thursday, December 18, 2014

Simon Russell Beale and Mark Strong to Lead Radio 4's VICTORY, Based on Harold Pinter Screenplay by Movies News Desk

The Daily Mail reports that Simon Russell Beale and Mark Strong will lead the cast for Radio 4's new drama VICTORY, helmed by Richard Eyre and based on Harold Pinter's screenplay adaptation …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:25PM

VIDEO: Check Out Bradley Cooper in All-New AMERICAN SNIPER Trailer by Movies News Desk

From director Clint Eastwood comes AMERICAN SNIPER, starring Bradley Cooper as Chris Kyle, the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history. The film hits theaters December 25th

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:37PM

JK Rowling Confirms There Were LGBT Students at Hogwarts School by Movies News Desk

Best-selling author J.K. Rowling has taken to Twitter recently to answer her fans' burning questions about THE DETAILS and characters of her iconic book series HARRY POTTER.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:56AM

THE WIZARD OF OZ Coming to Select U.S. Cinemas for Two Nights Only This January by Movies News Desk

Join DorothyTM, TotoTM and the rest of the crew as they head to Emerald CityTM for a special two-night event brought to you by Fathom Events, Turner Classic Movies TCM and Warner Bros. Home …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM

INTO THE WOODS, ANNIE Among Nominees for 5th Annual Guild of Music Supervisors Awards by Movies News Desk

Nominations for the 5th ANNUAL GUILD OF MUSIC SUPERVISORS AWARDS were announced today. The awards ceremony will take place on Jan. 21 at Mack Sennett Studios in Hollywood.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:17AM

Photo Flash: Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep & More Attend INTO THE WOODS Holiday Celebration by Movies News Desk

Director Rob Marshall and cast members Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, James Corden, Christine Baranski, and Tracey Ullman all attended a holiday gathering celebrating INTO THE WOODS

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:32AM

Dick Van Dyke's MARY POPPINS Jacket and More Up for Auction Today and Tomorrow in LA by Movies News Desk

The iconic jacket worn by Dick Van Dyke as 'Bert' in one of the most memorable scenes from Walt Disney's timeless children's classic, Mary Poppins is expected to garner 60,000 at Profiles in…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Tom Hiddleston Wishes Fans a 'Merry Christmas' in Facebook Performance by Movies News Desk

Tom Hiddleston turned to his official Facebook page to wish his fans happy holidays with a performance of 'Merry Christmas.' Click here to watch

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM

Viola Davis to Portray 'Amanda Waller' in Warner Bros SUICIDE SQUAD by Movies News Desk

Viola Davis will take on the role of Amanda Waller in Warner Bros big screen adaptation of SUICIDE SQUAD.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM

Review Roundup - Will INTO THE WOODS Film Version Satisfy Broadway Aficionados? Updating Live! by Movies News Desk

INTO THE WOODS, hitting theaters on December 25th, is a modern twist on the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories and exploring the consequences …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:33AM

Rob Marshall Explains Decision to Cut Streep's INTO THE WOODS Ballad & More by Movies News Desk

In an all-new interview with Deadline, INTO THE WOODS director Rob Marhall reveals the inspiration behind his decision to bring the Sondheim classic to the big screen.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00AM
Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Anna Kendrick, Jeremy Jordan in New Poster for THE LAST FIVE YEARS by Movies News Desk

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan star in THE LAST FIVE YEARS, in theaters February 2015. Check out an all new poster below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:47PM

Eddie Redmayne Ties the Knot with Girlfriend Hannah Bagshawe! by Movies News Desk

Eddie Redmayne, who recently received both Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for his role in THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING, has tied the knot with his girlfriend Hannah Bagsh…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Aretha Franklin Wants Audra McDonald to 'Bring It Home' as Star of Her Biopic by Movies News Desk

In an all-new interview with Rolling Stone, music legend Aretha Franklin revealed that she has been in talks with producers to bring her life story to the big screen, with six-time Tony Awar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:53AM

VIDEO: First Look - Lily James in New International Trailer for Disney's CINDERELLA Movie by Movies News Desk

Kenneth Branagh's forthcoming live action CINDERELLA, due in theaters March 13, 2015 from Walt Disney Pictures. Below, check out a first look at the new international trailer for the live ac…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:07AM

VIDEO: FROZEN Director Offers Apology to Parents for 'Let It Go' Craze by Movies News Desk

In an all-new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Jennifer Lee, director of Disney's mega-hit animated film FROZEN, revealed that even she believes the film's popularity has gotten alittl…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:33AM

BIRDMAN, Gyllenhaal, Blunt Among LONDON FILM CRITICS' Award Nominees; Full List Announced by Movies News Desk

The London Film Critics' Circle has announced the nominations for its 35th annual awards ceremony, with Mike Leigh's historical biopic Mr Turner leading the way with seven nominations, inclu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:33AM
Monday, December 15, 2014

Anne Heche and Rob Riggle Join Topher Grace in Musical Comedy ONE SHOT by Movies News Desk

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Anne Heche and Rob Riggle have joined the upcoming musical comedy film ONE SHOT, starring Topher Grace. Isaac Rentz directs from a script by Gerry De Leo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:40PM

Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones to Receive SBIFF's Cinema Vanguard Award by Movies News Desk

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival, presented by UGG Australia, will jointly honor Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones with the Cinema Vanguard Award on Thursday, January 29, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:33PM

BIRDMAN's Michael Keaton to Receive SBIFF's Modern Master Award by Movies News Desk

Santa Barbara International Film Festival will honor Michael Keaton with the Modern Master Award for the 30th anniversary edition of the Fest, which runs January 27 - February 7, 2015

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:53AM

Emily Blunt Reveals She'd 'Never Heard of' INTO THE WOODS! by Movies News Desk

Emily Blunt talks about THE FIRST TIME she met legendary composer Stephen Sondheim and reveals that she had never even seen the classic fairytale-themed musical

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:22AM

VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Chats Appearing in Next X-MEN Film: 'I Have Been Speaking to the Guys' by Movies News Desk

THE RIVER's Hugh Jackman stopped by Josh Horowitz's Happy Sad Confused podcast this week and spoke about the possibility of showing up in his iconic role of Woverine in the upcoming 'X-MenAp…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:46AM

Aaron Sorkin Harshly Criticizes Media on Coverage of Sony Hacking by Movies News Desk

In today's New York Times, Academy and Emmy Award winning American screenwriter Aaron Sorkin has written a scathing piece, criticizing the American media for giving the group undeserved atte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:02AM
Sunday, December 14, 2014

VIDEO: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher in Fake MOONQUAKE LAKE Trailer, Set to Appear in ANNIE Movie by Movies News Desk

Sony just unveiled a parody trailer for a movie titled MoonQuake Lake, starring Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, along with the tagline 'When you have no choice How do you Choose' Watch the tr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:46PM

Billy Crystal Imagines Robin Williams Stand Up Routine in Heaven in New Tribute by Movies News Desk

Following the passing of his long-time friend and fellow comedic legend, Billy Crystal has penned a script, imagining the late Robin Williams in heaven. You can read it in full below, via En…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:15AM
Friday, December 12, 2014

VIDEO: Ellen's Colorful Cast Additions to INTO THE WOODS by Movies News Desk

Ellen added some hiliarous new cast members in the INTO THE WOODS trailer she showcased recently on her show. Check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:07PM

79 Original Songs Up for 2015 Oscars; Tunes from ANNIE, BEGIN AGAIN, RIO 2 and More Among Contenders by Movies News Desk

Deadline writes that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today the 79 songs in contention for nominations in the Original Song category for the 87th Annual Oscars.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:56PM

HBO to Debut MEL BROOKS LIVE AT THE GEFFEN, 1/31 by Movies News Desk

Mel Brooks is one of the funniest voices in American comedy. Now, the entertainment legend dons a tux and takes the stage for a memorable one-man show filled with jokes, songs and hilarious …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:45AM

SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS, Starring Gena Rowlands and Cheyenne Jackson, Hits Theaters Today by Movies News Desk

SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS, directed by Arthur Allan Seidelman, is set to open this week in LA at Sundance Sunset Cinema, Laemmle Town Center 5, and Edwards Westpark 8 and in New York at…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM
Thursday, December 11, 2014

VIDEO: INTO THE WOODS Stars Talk Singing in Front of Meryl Streep, Modern Portrayals & More! by Movies News Desk

The entire cast of Disney's INTO THE WOODS just appeared on ABC's Nightline. Click below to hear about Emily Blunt's fear of singing in front of Meryl Streep, Streep taking the lead and reco…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:11PM

VIDEO: INTO THE WOODS' Emily Blunt Reacts to Golden Globe Nomination by Movies News Desk

ET just posted a video of INTO THE WOODS star Emily Blunt reacting to her Golden Globe nomination while visiting the Middle East for the Dubai International Film Festival. Watch below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00PM

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