The Tourist
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The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) proved they've got The Tourist fever as the same film critics bashed received a Best Picture nomination.
A lot of people were also surprised that Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp got a "Best Actor/Actress" nomination for The Tourist.
Actor Blair Underwood, who was present at today's nomination told Hollyscoop EXCLUSIVELY, "Yeah that was a surprise but you know Johnny is phenomenal, he is a phenomenal actor and a good guy, so God bless him. This whole things performing arts and acting is so subjective it's people’s opinions."
Despite all odds, Johnny Depp has a 50% chance of winning "Best Actor," as he will go against himself for his role in “Alice in Wonderland.” One thing is for sure--the 2011 Golden Globes will not lack star power.
Another surprise was seeing Michael Douglas get a nomination for his role in Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps. In a statement Michael said, "to be selected with these extraordinary nominees is an honor and boy was I ready for some good news!"
Hollywood Foreign Press President Philip Berk insists Douglas' nod was not a sympathy vote. Berk told Hollyscoop EXCLUSIVELY, "People might think this is a sympathy vote. This might be a homage to him, but quite honestly, Michael in that film is brilliant, I’m so happy for him because I’m sure it's boosting his spirits."
Douglas released a statement shortly after saying, "To be selected with these extraordinary nominees is an honor and boy was I ready for some good news!"
Other surprises? Jake Gyllenhaal's nomination for “Love and Other Drugs” and Emma Stone’s nod for “Easy A.” The more important question is, who will Jake take to the Globes? Tay Tay should start looking for a red carpet gown ASAP!
We're still shocked about Burlesque getting a Best Picture nomination while "True Grit" was left out. A total snub for the Coen brothers!
Speaking of snubs, the cast of Inception including Leonardo DiCaprio was entirely left out. Meanwhile, despite all the media buzz, Justin Timberlake didn't get a nomination for his role in “The Social Network."
Hollyscoop recently spoke to JT about the award show buzz surrounding his performance and he told Hollyscoop, “I am actually humbled by all of it...I think I’m just excited that people have really responded to the movie in that way.” Now, we need to wait until January 16, 2010 to find out who takes home the Golden Globe!
In the meantime, check out our interviews from the nominations announcement below.
December 13, 2010
Not such a great start for the Johnny Depp- Angelina Jolie thriller! The film totally bombed but still managed to come in second place to The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. That was also kind of a flop—it made only $24.5 million domestically.
You know there’s a million people out there kicking themselves for not spending their $12.50 on Black Swan this weekend because they were expecting an insane film. I mean, the way that movie was publicized, it’s kind of pathetic that it did so poorly.
Some are saying it’s Jolie to blame—her last box office #1 movie was Mr. and Mrs. Smith, while Depp’s track record is infinitely better.
Here’s what some of the critics are saying:
"In a year of craptaculars, The Tourist deserves burial at the bottom of the 2010 dung heap." - Rolling Stone
"It's actually rare for me to see a film that is such an utter failure on so many levels." - 7M Pictures
"Boring, bland and self indulgent Vanity piece for Angelina Jolie." - Eclipse Magazine
"My mother is going to love this movie." – UGO
Did you see The Tourist? Tell us what you thought of it in the comments!
October 11, 2010
The Tourist revolves around Frank (Depp) who is an American tourist visiting Italy to mend a broken heart. Elise (Jolie) is an extraordinary woman who deliberately crosses his path in order to mislead all those following her former lover, Alexander Pearce, a criminal wanted in fourteen countries who has stolen money from a gangster (Berkoff) and is being pursued by an agent (Bettany). Against the breathtaking backdrop of Venice, Frank attempts to forge a potential romance but soon finds himself a target as he and Elise are caught in a whirlwind of intrigue and danger.
The movie follows the series of manipulations, as characters realise that they are merely pieces being played by an unseen mastermind of the game.
The awesome movie hits theaters on December 10, 2010.
Angelina Jolie and thrillers go hand-in-hand, which means we are super excited about this movie. After all it has two of the hottest actors in Hollywood on one screen!
The Tourist revolves around Frank(Depp), an American tourist visiting Italy to mend a broken heart. Elise(Jolie) is an extraordinary woman who deliberately crosses his path.
The Tourist will hit theaters on December 10, 2010.
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