A Knack for Being the Bad Boy
December 14th, 2007
The British actor Ian McShane opens next week as the patriarch Max in Harold Pinter’s “Homecoming,” a man-monster of diminishing powers and, of course, many vulgarities.
Archive for December, 2007
Tomorrow’s Oscar Hopefuls Today
December 10th, 2007
The “Black List” has become the kind of underground document that writers with projects in development pray will mention their script.
A Night Out With Ellen Page: Just a Girl From Halifax
December 7th, 2007
While many actresses fantasize about wearing Valentino or Zac Posen on the red carpet, Ellen Page has a completely different idea.
Critic’s Choice: Respect in a Box: Giving John Ford the Major American Artist Treatment
December 7th, 2007
“Ford at Fox” is a gargantuan boxed set that assembles 24 of the 50-some films John Ford made for the studio that was his most consistent home.
‘Kite Runner’ Boys Are Sent to United Arab Emirates
December 7th, 2007
After months of worrying and diplomatic wrangling, the movie studio that is releasing “The Kite Runner” has whisked to safety four young actors.
Under a New Watch, Miramax Still Homes in on Awards
December 5th, 2007
Miramax may be a smaller and calmer organization under Daniel Battsek, but the studio has nonetheless remained in the thick of the awards race.
For Struggling Black College, Hopes of a Revival
December 5th, 2007
Wiley College is suddenly feeling the glow of celebrity with the release of a film about the school’s debating team.
Off the Stripper Pole and Into the Movies
December 3rd, 2007
She no longer dances naked, but the first-time screenwriter Diablo Cody is still exposing herself.
Film on Mexico’s Disputed ’06 Election Stirs Emotions
December 1st, 2007
A documentary about last year’s disputed presidential election has drawn big crowds and generated controversy in Mexico.