Slumdog Millionaire
August 25, 2010
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James Franco and Kate Mara star in 127 Hours, which is about a mountain climber who gets trapped under a boulder while canyoneering alone near Moab, Utah and resorts to desperate measures in order to survive. The movie is based on the harrowing true story of mountain climber Aron Ralston.
The plot line doesn't sound too interesting, but the trailer is not that bad. We're always willing to give Danny Boyle a chance, especially since James Franco is the main star.
January 8, 2010
150,000 movie fans voted on their favorite movie and Moulin Rouge! came out on top beating out popular films like The Dark Knight, Lord of the Rings, and Pirates of the Caribbean.
Helen Cowley - editor of DVD rental service LOVEFILM, who carried out the survey - said: “‘Moulin Rouge!’ can’t claim to be on the same scale as some of its epic counterparts.
“But its place as the number one film of the decade goes to show that original cinematography, a solid love story and a creative soundtrack can truly stand the test of time.”
The Top 20 Films of the Decade according to LOVEFILM:
1. ‘Moulin Rouge!’ (2001)
2. ‘The Dark Knight’ (2008)
3. ‘Shaun of the Dead’ (2004)
4. ‘The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring’ (2001)
5. ‘Gladiator’ (2000)
6. ‘The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King’ (2003)
7. ‘Pan's Labyrinth’ (2006)
8. ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ (2003)
9. ‘Donnie Darko’ (2001)
10. ‘WALL-E’ (2008)
11. ‘Kill Bill Parts 1 and 2’ (2003 and 2004)
12. ‘Casino Royale’ (2006)
13. ‘Shrek’ (2001)
14. ‘The Bourne Ultimatum’ (2007)
15. ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ (2009)
16. ‘Batman Begins’ (2005)
17. ‘Memento’ (2000)
18. ‘Amelie’ (2001)
19. ‘Sin City’ (2005)
20. ‘Finding Nemo’ (2003)
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Boyle purchased the rights for the book last month for an undisclosed sum, according to The Wall Street Journal. Boyle used Maximum City as a resource while he was making Slumdog.
Boyle told Seattle Weekly, “Maximum City became my Bible, really. I took [the book] with me everywhere. I felt part of the time we were adapting that.”
Maximum City features multiple narratives that Mehta compiled by following some of Mumbai’s policemen, crime lords, dancers and religious figures. In it, the New York-based journalist contrasts the larger story he pulled together in India against experiences in his newfound U.S. home.
As for the stars of Boyle’s Slumdog, he desperately wants the media to stop disrupting their lives, especially Azharuddin Ismail, 10, and Rubina Ali, 9.
Boyle told The Daily Telegraph, "They are really wonderful kids who have been brought up in very difficult circumstances. It has obviously been a very difficult period, but the best possible benefit that this film could ever give them is an education and we are very, very proud that they are making progress and have passed all their exams.”
"Things are looking positive – they will be in their houses soon. I certainly hope this is the last time I have to speak to the media about Azhar and Rubina in this context."
May 4, 2009
The vampire flick is up for seven golden popcorns, and trailing right behind them is Slumdog Millionaire with six nominations.
The lead roles in both films are being recognized--Kristen Stewart is up for Female Performance, while Rob Pattinson and Taylor Lautner are both vying for Breakthrough Male Performance. On the Slumdog side, real life couple Freida Pinto and Dev Patel are up for Breakthrough Female and Male Performances.
New to the MTV Movie Awards this year are two categories—Best Song from a Movie, and Best WTF Moment. And starting today, fans will be able to vote for a winner in every category by clicking here.
Andy Samberg is this year’s host of the awards, which will air live at 9PM May 31st from the Gibson Amphitheatre. Eminem is already confirmed to perform, and the list of presenters and additional performers will be revealed in the coming weeks.
March 23, 2009
The comedy 'I Love You, Man' came in at number 2 bringing in $18 million dollars, while 'Duplicity' rounded out the top three with $14 million. Here are the top ten movies from the March 20-22 weekend:
1. Knowing: $24.8 million
2. I Love You, Man: $18 million
3. Duplicity: $14.4 million
4. Race to Witch Mountain: $13 million
5. Watchmen: $6.7 million
6. The Last House on the Left: $5.9 million
7. Taken: $4.1 million
8. Slumdog Millionaire: $2.7 million
9. Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail: $2.5 million
10. Coraline: $2.1 million
March 16, 2009
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Kapoor handed over his wages from his role to Plan India, which helps underprivileged kids in the country. And he credits his humble upbringing for the inspiration behind his donation.
He says, "I think sometimes you do a film and everyone in this film - not only me - everyone connected to it had such a positive intent when they started. I think that's the reason for its success.
"Everyone - Danny (Boyle), Christian (Colson), Simon (Beaufoy), Anthony (Mantle) - they didn't have commerce in mind, they just wanted it to be a good film. We wanted as many people to see the film as possible. I feel it's the good intent of everyone and the children's good wishes and their families that have made this film what it has become.
"I told Danny, 'I can identify with Jamal Malik.' It's almost the same thing because I started from a very simple background. Not slums exactly, but a 200 square metre cubicle with common bathrooms and I never wore shoes, always bare feet running around."
While that paycheck probably didn't make or break him, his donation will surely change many children's lives. What a great role model!
March 9, 2009
There was a huge gap in between the number one spot and Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail, who took the number two spot bringing in $8.8 million dollars.
Rounding out the top three was Taken, who brought in $7.4 million. It was a pretty strong weekend for the movie, considering it's in its sixth week. Here are the top ten movies for the March 6-8 weekend:
1. Watchmen: $55.6 million
2. Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail: $8.8 million
3. Taken: $7.4 million
4. Slumdog Millionaire: $6.9 million
5. Paul Blart: Mall Cop: $4.2 million
6. He's Just Not That Into You: $4 million
7. Coraline: $3.3 million
8. Confessions of a Shopaholic: $3.1 million
9. Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience: $2.78 million
10. Fired Up!: $2.6 million
March 2, 2009
Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail: $16.5 million
Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience: $12.7 million
Slumdog Millionaire: $12.1 million
Taken: $9.95 million
He's Just Not That Into You: $5.8 million
Paul Blart: Mall Cop: $5.6 million
Coraline: $5.2 million
Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li: $4.6 million
Confessions of a Shopaholic: $4.4 million
Fired Up!: $3.8 million
February 23, 2009
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Eva La Rue from CSI Maimi tells Hollyscoop, "He [Hugh Jackman] did a fantastic job. I thought that he was a keen to Billy Crystal because that's who I miss doing it. Billy Crystal does not have the singing and dancing chops that Hugh Jackman has, but I really enjoyed him!"
Eva continued, "I love that the Oscars got back to the big spectacular, stand out performances. I saw Beyonce and I loved all the tributes to all the musicals!"
Joey Fatone, who walked down the red carpet with a fresh pair of Creative Recreation Footwear, remembers, "I was there when he [Hugh Jackman] did the first Tony Awards, he was good then and even better now."
When it comes to the big winners at the Oscars, "Slumdog was the standout winner and they deserved it," said Gilles Marini from this seasons Dancing with the Stars.
Kathy Hilton raves, "I really loved Sean Penn and his message was great!"
Even before the Oscar winners were announced, Jane Seymour told Hollyscoop, "I'm rooting for Kate Winslet and Slumdog." And boy was she dead on with her nominee picks for the Oscars!
February 20, 2009
Nine different children portrayed the characters in the progression of them growing up in the film, and will all travel from India to Hollywood this weekend.
The children will have the honor of walking the red carpet alongside Patel, Pinto, and the rest of the cast attending the biggest event in Hollywood. And in addition, Danny Boyle handpicked two additional children to accompany them to walk the red carpet on Sunday.
Azharuddin Mohammed Ismail, 10, and Rubina Ali, 9, were plucked from their homes in a Mumbai slum, making this trip their first time out of India.
Fox Searchlight made all the travel and visa arrangements for the children, which is known to be a tough process in India. All the kids will also be staying in a 5-star hotel for their trip. Not a bad gig!
It’s going to be so cute to see the kids walking the red carpet on Sunday, looking all starry-eyed. Now let’s just hope Slumdog gets a whole bunch of wins!
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