Precious: Film Attracts Big Name Fans

"Precious," directed by Lee Daniels and starring Gabby Sidibe, is the feature film adaptation of the novel "Push," written by Sapphire. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and is being released on November 6 by Lionsgate.

The PRECIOUS family grew quickly: Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry came on board as executive producers and are presenting the film with Lionsgate; and singer Mary J. Blige wrote and recorded a new song for the film, “I Can See in Color.”

 

 

 

Eleventh Hour: Bruckheimer

October 22, 2009 – Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group (WBHEG) today announced Jerry Bruckheimer’s science-based drama TV series ELEVENTH HOUR is now available exclusively on WBshop.com (www.wbshop.com) as part of the Studio’s manufacturing on demand service.  Fans can purchase the six disc collection featuring all 18 episodes of the heart-pounding, dramatic scientific thrill ride for the introductory price of $34.95.

 

Box, The: Transforming Frank Langella’s Face

"The Box" from writer-director Richard Kelly, starring Cameron Diaz and James Marsden, will be released November 6 by Warner.

Actor Frank Langella's elegant portrayal of the enigmatic messenger Steward contrasts sharply with Steward's hideous disfigurement.  No wonder it took eight months to complete the digital work on Steward's face.

 

Michael Jackson's THIS IS IT to Launch on Tuesday, October 27

Fans worldwide will have the opportunity to celebrate the global launch of Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT when Sony Pictures Entertainment hosts over 25 global premieres, with more than 15 of those coordinated simultaneously around the world, on Tuesday, October 27th.  Three hours after the red carpet events begin, audiences will be able to see the highly anticipated film for the first time as the studio has added special advance screenings that evening throughout the world.

 

 

 

Gay Culture: National Coming Out Day

In celebration of National Coming Out Day, SAG National LGBT Actors Committee and the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) present a panel of LGBT actors, director-producers and casting directors to explore the challenges and opportunities of being out in the entertainment industry.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 7, 6:30 reception; 7 p.m. event