Thursday, March 19, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
R.I.P. Natasha
Natasha Richardson dies at 45 after ski accident
By HILLEL ITALIE, AP
21 minutes ago
NEW YORK — Natasha Richardson, a gifted and precocious heiress to acting royalty whose career highlights included the film "Patty Hearst" and a Tony-winning performance in a stage revival of "Cabaret," died Wednesday at age 45 after suffering a head injury from a skiing accident.
Alan Nierob, the Los Angeles-based publicist for Richardson's husband Liam Neeson, confirmed her death in a written statement.
"Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha," the statement said. "They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time."
The statement did not give details on the cause of death for Richardson, who suffered a head injury when she fell on a beginner's trail during a private ski lesson at the luxury Mont Tremblant ski resort in Quebec. She was hospitalized Tuesday in Montreal and later flown to a hospital in New York City.
Family members had been seen coming and going from the New York hospital where Richardson was reportedly taken.
Vanessa Redgrave, Richardson's mother, arrived in a car with darkened windows and was taken through a garage when she arrived at the Lenox Hill Hospital on Manhattan's Upper East Side at around 5 p.m. Wednesday. An hour earlier, Richardson's sister, Joely, arrived alone and was swarmed by the media as she entered through the back of the hospital.
My Thoughts Are With Natasha Richardson and Her Family Today
I am hearing the outcome will not be good.
Natasha is a brilliant actress and my thoughts and good will are with her family at this time. I hope for her recovery but the prognosis is not good at this time.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Finally! My Favorite Films Of '08*
Updated Today*
* (i'd be remiss not to update having just seen the brilliant 'i've loved you so long')
* (i'd be remiss not to update having just seen the brilliant 'i've loved you so long')
Back To 2008
I thought i was finished with 2008.
Now two films came across my desk. They are both significant enough to make me revisit last year.
One could make a person think never ever to go to a movie again.
The other shows one why going or seeing films is a wondrous experience.
Let's start with the film that is truly a film masterpiece. 'I've Loved You So Long'. A powerful performance by the truly gifted Kristin Scott Thomas. How the hell was she not nominated for an Oscar after getting a SAG and BAFTA nomination? It again begs the question 'how the hell did anne hathaway get the nomination?'. This actress is at the top of her game here. I hope in time she gets her Oscar due.
Let's continue...in a word 'Australia'. Good god what a mess. What happened to Nicole Kidman? Between 2001 and 2002 she gave three terrific performances in 'Moulin Rouge', 'The Others' and her Oscar winning 'The Hours'. It has been a steady downhill slide since then. Nicole get with the program or give your Oscar back.
So now the WORST OF 2008 must be updated. No Anne Hathaway you are not off the hook. But you do get to tie for worst actress with Ms. Kidman. May the gods save both of your souls.
So now what about the worst film of '08?
For the talent, so called talent, and money involved this distinction now goes to 'Australia'. Somebody stop this madness. Yet I guess with all the great films produced in '08 I should stop carping. Carp? Yup a good word as 'Rachel yaya' and Australia are two dead fish!
Now two films came across my desk. They are both significant enough to make me revisit last year.
One could make a person think never ever to go to a movie again.
The other shows one why going or seeing films is a wondrous experience.
Let's start with the film that is truly a film masterpiece. 'I've Loved You So Long'. A powerful performance by the truly gifted Kristin Scott Thomas. How the hell was she not nominated for an Oscar after getting a SAG and BAFTA nomination? It again begs the question 'how the hell did anne hathaway get the nomination?'. This actress is at the top of her game here. I hope in time she gets her Oscar due.
Let's continue...in a word 'Australia'. Good god what a mess. What happened to Nicole Kidman? Between 2001 and 2002 she gave three terrific performances in 'Moulin Rouge', 'The Others' and her Oscar winning 'The Hours'. It has been a steady downhill slide since then. Nicole get with the program or give your Oscar back.
So now the WORST OF 2008 must be updated. No Anne Hathaway you are not off the hook. But you do get to tie for worst actress with Ms. Kidman. May the gods save both of your souls.
So now what about the worst film of '08?
For the talent, so called talent, and money involved this distinction now goes to 'Australia'. Somebody stop this madness. Yet I guess with all the great films produced in '08 I should stop carping. Carp? Yup a good word as 'Rachel yaya' and Australia are two dead fish!
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
The Beautiful and Brilliant Mariska Hargitay
Mariska is havins some health issues.
Time for a tribute.
Get well soon.
Time for a tribute.
Get well soon.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Friday, March 6, 2009
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Best Picture Winners 21st Century: 'Slumdog" Joins The Group
So today I'll begin the Oscar roundup and try to move into 2009.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Best Picture Winners 21st Century
AND which of these will join them.
I repeat it was a great year for movies.
Mamma Mia was my favorie film. A joyous fun romp.
I think 'The Reader' was brilliant.
'Milk' was remarkably brilliant.
But 'Slumdog Millionaire' was a special gem.
Should win: 'Slumdog Millionaire'
Will win: 'Slumdog Millionaire'
Saturday, February 21, 2009
The Day Before SHE Came
turn volume on to hear blangmange's 'the day before you came'
(best viewed if you watch on full screen)
(best viewed if you watch on full screen)
Oscar Watch Live:
Supposedly Will Continue to Update Throughout the Next Many Hours as the Oscars Go On. We'll see.
In the meantime enjoy this fabulous picture of Kate.
In the meantime enjoy this fabulous picture of Kate.
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