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YouTube Network FullScreen Hires HBO Go Co-Creator Tim Mohn

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:55:42 +0300

Massive YouTube network Fullscreen has hired Tim Mohn, one of the people who created the HBO Go app, as its new SVP of engineering, Fullscreen CEO and founder George Strompolos announced in a blog post.

6 Lessons Hollywood Needs to Learn From 'The Fast & The Furious'

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:54:59 +0300

"Fast & the Furious 6" is widely expected to dominate the Memorial Day box office and potentially become the highest grossing film in the lucrative franchise's history.

How an Extreme Movie Makeover Saved 'Fast & Furious' From Going Direct to DVD

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:38:39 +0300

"Fast & Furious 6" has become a road race to riches without a finish line in sight.

Ryan Gosling's 'Only God Forgives': Critics Really, Really Hate the Crime Drama

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:35:12 +0300

Ryan Gosling must be feeling pretty happy about his decision to skip the red carpet at Cannes this year. Critics at the Riviera film festival vivisected "Only God Forgives," his ultra-violent collaboration with Nicolas Winding Refn, leaving it as bruised and battered as the hunky star appears in promotional art for the film.

Cannes Review: In 'Nebraska,' Alexander Payne Paints an American Life

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:10:28 +0300

"Nebraska" is a name that stands alone. It's the name of one of Bruce Springsteen's best albums, and it's now the name of one of Alexander Payne's best films.

Eva Longoria Earns Master's Degree In Chicano Studies

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:04:15 +0300

Eva Longoria got to toss her graduation cap with her fellow Cal State University Northridge students on Wednesday!

Jennifer Aniston Strips In The We're The Millers Trailer

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:23:20 +0300

Jennifer Aniston is taking it off in her upcoming movie!

John McCain: It's Common Sense That Consumers Should Choose Their Cable Channels

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:10:17 +0300

Sen. John McCain says in a Los Angeles Times editorial that his proposal to let consumers choose only the cable channels they want is a "common-sense" idea.

Good Morning, Cannes: Robert Redford's All Wet, and So Is the Fest

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:04:40 +0300

The Cannes Film Festival grew wet again on Wednesday, while inside the theaters one film was greeted with critical storm clouds and another with only the sunniest of reactions.

Bad Teacher Heading To CBS

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:07:36 +0300

"Bad Teacher" is coming to TV.On Wednesday, CBS announced it had ordered the single-camera comedy, based on the Cameron Diaz-starring film, for the 2013-2014 television season.

Amanda Seyfried to Star in Noah Baumbach's 'While We're Young' (Exclusive)

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:20:03 +0300

Fresh off a SAG nomination for her turn as Cosette in "Les Miserables," Amanda Seyfried is in final negotiations to join Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts and Adam Driver in Noah Baumbach's indie movie "While We're Young," TheWrap has learned.

Black List Discovery Richard Cordiner Will Adapt 'Spacesuit' for Warner Bros

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:04:53 +0300

Richard Cordiner will adapt "Spacesuit" for Warner Bros., his first script in a two-film blind deal, according to two individuals with knowledge of the deal.

'Fast & Furious' Expected to Outmuscle 'Hangover Part III' at Holiday Box Office

Thu, 23 May 2013 02:56:23 +0300

After a nearly four-month dry spell, Hollywood is finally giving moviegoers something to laugh about.

Homeland Season 3 Guest Stars Revealed: Carrie Mathison Is Getting An Attorney

Thu, 23 May 2013 02:15:51 +0300

Showtime has revealed the list of guest stars for Season 3 of "Homeland," and the character descriptions offer some hints at the drama ahead.

Cannes: Sundance Selects Nabs Rights to Francois Ozon's 'Young & Beautiful'

Thu, 23 May 2013 02:01:48 +0300

Sundance Selects has acquired U.S. rights to Francois Ozon's "Young and Beautiful" from Wild Bunch, the company announced Wednesday at the Cannes Film Festival.

Cannes Review: Robert Redford's Actions Speak Much Louder Than Words in 'All Is Lost'

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:23:32 +0300

J.C. Chandor's Oscar-nominated screenplay for "Margin Call" took him 10 years to write. That film was a deliberate, careful study of what it takes for a man to survive on Wall Street, with a large ensemble cast. But while Chandor's new film, "All Is Lost," makes use of the same deceptively simple writing and directing style, this time it stars just one person: Robert Redford.

Brad Pitt Names Jeremy Kleiner Co-President of Plan B Entertainment

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:15:58 +0300

Jeremy Kleiner has been promoted to co-president of Plan B Entertainment, it was announced on Wednesday by Brad Pitt and company president Dede Gardner.

David Janollari Signs 3-Year Development Deal With NBC

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:42:27 +0300

Former MTV head of programming David Janollari has signed a three-year development deal with Universal Television that puts him back in business with NBC entertainment chief Bob Greenblatt.

Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Rock The Beacon Theatre (Review)

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:19:48 +0300

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers brought some good ol' fashioned rock 'n' roll to their latest gig at NYC's Beacon Theatre!

Glam Slam: Pregnancy Style Diary

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:05:11 +0300

"We've been talking about you," the guy eating lunch at the next table turned to me and said. "You look so chic and my friend says if she could look as cute as you, she would be pregnant in a heartbeat."

Star Trek Writer Damon Lindelof Apologizes For 'Gratuitous' Alice Eve Stripping Scene

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:51:03 +0300

"Star Trek Into Darkness" has drawn the ire of some fans and critics for a scene in which brilliant scientist Dr. Carol Marcus (played by Alice Eve) strips down to her bra and panties - a move many have suggested unnecessarily undercuts the character's intelligence.

Star Trek Writer Damon Lindelof Admits Alice Eve Underwear Shot Was 'Gratuitous': We'll 'Be More Mindful In The Future'

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:51:03 +0300

'X Factor' Season 3 First Look: New Judges Kelly Rowland, Paulina Rubio at Charleston Auditions (Photos)

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:49:47 +0300

Fox's new "X Factor" judges Kelly Rowland and Paulina Rubio reported for duty on Tuesday in Charleston, S.C. for the first open call auditions of Season 3.

Golden Sister Teresa Still Getting Money From Shia LaBeouf

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:44:11 +0300

It pays to discover young talent - especially for "Golden Sisters" star Teresa, who was Shia LaBeouf's agent.

'Bad Teacher' Series Gets Late Pickup From CBS

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:03:30 +0300

Someone's tardy: A week after unveiling its new 2013-14 schedule to advertisers, CBS made one more addition to its lineup by ordering the new comedy "Bad Teacher."

'Epic' Review: Moments of Delight Pep Up a Crushingly Familiar Story

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:52:14 +0300

When everything around you is stultifyingly familiar, it's the tiny variations that catch your attention. And in "Epic," when the filmmakers take little detours from the reluctant-warrior-accepts-his/her-destiny plot, it brings some desperately needed livening up to what otherwise feels like a crushingly by-the-numbers kid saga.

Jenna Elfman to Host Women in Film Gala Honoring Laura Linney, the Women of 'Mad Men'

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:15:23 +0300

Jenna Elfman will host Women in Film's Crystal + Lucy Awards in June, the organization said on Wednesday.

Jennifer Aniston Has Mini Friends Reunion

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:46:56 +0300

Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox and Matthew Perry reunited for a mini "Friends" reunion.

The Hangover Part III Review: The Party's Over (MovieMantz)

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:31:52 +0300

Proving that lightning doesn't always strike twice - let alone three times - the final installment of director Todd Phillips' so-called "epic" trilogy is such a colossal failure that there's really no reason for it to exist at all.

The Voice: Blake Shelton Talks Over You Performance With Miranda Lambert & Telethon For Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:27:56 +0300

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert performed their hit "Over You" in a touching tribute to victims of the Oklahoma tornado tragedy on Tuesday night's "The Voice."After the show, Access Hollywood caught up with Blake to find out how the moving performance came about.

ROLL CALL: Vin Diesel Says He's Too Ripped To Have Played Ferris Bueller

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:10:51 +0300

Plus, Superman, Spider-Man & Rihanna are making headlines! Your Daily Dispatch of Celebrity Shenanigans

Phase 4 Films Seals Financing Deal With Aver Media Finance (Exclusive)

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:55:00 +0300

Phase 4 Films has closed multimillion dollar financing deal with Aver Media Finance, which is part of BMO Financial Group.

Last Call! Inside the 'Hangover 3' Premiere

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:34:22 +0300

Last Call! "The Hangover Part III" Premiere

'Hunger Games' Josh Hutcherson to Star In and Produce 'Ape' (Exclusive)

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:29:17 +0300

After conquering "The Hunger Games," Josh Hutcherson is set to star in the dark psychological thriller "Ape" for Atomic Owl Pictures and JetLag Productions.

USA Orders Comedy Pilot From 'Fairly Legal' EP Peter Ocko

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:53:57 +0300

USA Network is further pushing into the comedy space with a new pilot order, a network representative told TheWrap.

Cannes Review: Soulless, Despicable 'Only God Forgives' Shuts Up and Slices Limbs

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:49:12 +0300

Nicolas Winding Refn's follow-up to "Drive" takes him further away from traditional plot and deeper into abstract expressionism. His painter's eye makes "Only God Forgives" something beautiful to behold, awash in deep reds and geometric, carefully thought-out shot compositions.

'Modern Family's' Sofia Vergara: 'I Don't Know Why People Think Stereotypes Are So Terrible'

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:39:06 +0300

It was an adventure that somehow turned into a career.

Steven Soderbergh to Present New Godfrey Reggio/Philip Glass Film at Toronto Fest

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:06:41 +0300

Steven Soderbergh will present a gala screening of "Visitors," the new film from "Koyaanisqatsi" director Godfrey Reggio, at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival, TIFF organizers announced on Wednesday.

Jesse James Chops Off Pinky Finger

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:00:04 +0300

Jesse James cut off a large portion of his pinky finger on Tuesday, but he appears to be keeping his sense of humor intact.

JoAnna Garcia & Nick Swisher Welcome Baby Girl

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:53:04 +0300

It's a girl for JoAnna Garcia and husband Nick Swisher!