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Stars Of The Cinema Past And Present

admin — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

While it may seem after 100 plus years of film making that we have a plethora of stars nothing could be farther from the truth. A true cinema star is far and few between. The Errol Flynn, Spencer Tracy, Bette Davis, Katherine Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe cannot be found today. With the recent loss of Elizabeth Taylor an era of real movie stars has faded. Many fine actors turn out terrific films today but that ideal of true move star quality is now a rare bird.

Perhaps a few can qualify. Denzel Washington is a good example. With a body of work both eclectic and elegant Denzel Washington carries a quiet actor quality of old Hollywood stardom. His roles are set in a range of box office grandiose, like “American Gangster” and character driven like “Pelham 123.”

Scarlett Johansson is an actress with the possibility of becoming an iconic movie star. From the start a noticeable beauty she has grown into acting feats such as “A Love Song for Bobby Long”, “Lost in Translation and “Ghost World.”

A blending of film presence, acting ability and off beat beauty isn’t enough if the drive and purpose aren’t present on screen and off.

The Most Beautiful Actresses In Film Today

admin — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The Most Beautiful Actresses In Film Today

Emma Stone is a fresh new face in the film industry. Her quirky looks, adorable smile, and addictive laugh make her a true star. With a head of hair as hot as fire, this redhead sets the bar high for upcoming actresses. Emma Stone’s personality shows through each role she portrays. The star of Easy A, The Help, and Zombie Land; her personality lights fires through the hearts of her fans. With a new look, Emma does not fit into the typical ‘celebrity beauty’. Emma Stone could be easily described as the most beautiful actress in the film industry. Her stunning fiery locks set her apart form her acting counterparts, as does her stunning smile. Emma Stone is not only a beautiful girl, but one of the most skilled actresses. She portrays her dialogue, and character as a skilled actress who has been in the business for decades. With under 10 films under her belt since 2005, Stone is certainly breaking out with 4 films in post-production. As she grew into a beautiful woman, her true potential as a stunning actress showed through. Not only is she one of the most beautiful actresses throughout time, she is skilled in her work.

The Hottest Actors Ever In Film

admin — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Movie stars are always chosen for their good looks and their charming personalities. While they all have good acting skills, it is apparent that someone who is handsome will have a much greater chance of getting a lead role in a romantic comedy than someone with average looks and an average build. That is why most movie stars are larger than life figures in terms of their looks and their bodies. Female fans all over the world are obsessed with the top actors around, as they find them incredibly hot and attractive. Here are some of the hottest actors in film:
Mark Wahlberg, who starred in the Fighter.
Leonardo DiCaprio, who starred in Titanic.
Matt Damon, who starred in the Bourne series.
Ryan Reynolds, who starred in the Proposal and Definitely Maybe
Zac Efron, who starred in 17 again and Charlie St. Cloud
Johnny Depp, who starred in the Pirates of the Caribbean Series
Heath Ledger, who starred in A Knight’s Tale and the Dark Knight
Donnie Walhburg, who starred in The Sixth Sense
Garret Hedlund, who starred in Tron: Legacy
Ashton Kutcher, who starred in The Butterfly Effect
These are just ten of the hottest actors of our time. There have been so many before them and there will be many more after.Keep looking, there-s more: Ryan Reynolds Gets Really Dramatic in Fireflies in the Garden

Films Right NOW

www.circus-themovie.com — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Whether you’re in the market for direct tv deals or you go to the movies once a week you’ve got to make time for the cinema, darling. It’s a great way to bond as a family or a couple and there are so many great movies out right now just dying to be seen! Here are a few of our current faves
Cowboys and Aliens: Yes it’s a little hokey but that’s what makes it fun! Who wouldn’t love Harrison Ford as a rustlin’ cowboy and wait a minute aliens, too! If you can get past all the green goo and the unlikely storyline you’ll have a blast.
Friends With Benefits: Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis make an adorable couple although this romantic comedy is a bit predictable. There are tons of laughs and lots of charm and if you’re on a date you may want to consider this flick.
The Help: If you haven’t heard any buzz about this film you must be living under a rock. There’s Emma Stone, charming historical accuracy and a lot of political issues to discuss. The perfect summer film.

37th People’s Choice Awards

www.circus-themovie.com — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:59:52 +0000

You’ve heard our share of opinion about the latest, greatest and upcoming movies the big screen has ever known. Now it’s time for every movie lover in free world to express his or her own personal opinion regarding the year on-screen, with everyone’s favorite, well, at least most individually involved award’s show. Though not airing until January 5, 2011, the 37^th Annual People’s Choice Awards have already announced the nominees, now available for online voting, so if you haven’t been making the trip the theater this year, now’s your time to catch up. Below is a comprehensive list of each movie related category and who’s up for the award. Choose wisely and enjoy:FavoriteMOVIE

Alice In Wonderland
Inception
Iron Man 2
Toy Story 3
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse

FavoriteMOVIE ACTOR

Johnny Depp
Leonardo DiCaprio
Robert Downey Jr.
Robert Pattinson
Taylor Lautner

FavoriteMOVIE ACTRESS

Angelina Jolie
Jennifer Aniston
Julia Roberts
Katherine Heigl
Kristen Stewart

FavoriteACTION MOVIE

Iron Man 2
Kick-Ass
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
Robin Hood
Salt

FavoriteACTION STAR

Angelina Jolie
Bradley Cooper
Jackie Chan
Jake Gyllenhaal
Robert Downey Jr.

FavoriteDRAMA MOVIE

Alice in Wonderland
Dear John
Inception
The Social Network
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse

FavoriteFAMILY MOVIE

Despicable Me
How to Train Your Dragon
The Karate Kid
Shrek Forever After
Toy Story 3

FavoriteCOMEDY MOVIE

Date Night
Easy A
Grown Ups
Sex and the City 2
Valentine’s Day

FavoriteCOMEDIC STAR

Adam Sandler
Drew Barrymore
Steve Carell
Tina Fey
Will Ferrell

FavoriteON SCREEN TEAM

Date NightTina Fey & Steve Carell
InceptionLeonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, Dileep Rao
Iron Man 2Robert Downey Jr. & Don Cheadle
The Karate KidJaden Smith & Jackie Chan
The Twilight Saga: EclipseRobert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner

FavoriteMOVIE STAR UNDER 25

Emma Watson
Kristen Stewart
Robert Pattinson
Vanessa Hudgens
Zac Efron

FavoriteHORROR MOVIE

The Crazies
The Last Exorcism
Let Me In
A Nightmare on Elm Street
Resident Evil: Afterlife

Voting for these categories and more is conducted online at peopleschoice.com

Facebook Hits the Big Screen

www.circus-themovie.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:55:59 +0000

The youth of today no longer print out pictures and make photo albums or call friends to invite them to a party. In fact the word friend has even taken on a whole new meaning. All of this has changed because of Facebook. What was once a social network geared towards college students, today, Facebook attracts users from as young as elementary school to technically-inclined octogenarians. Though social networks are a dime a dozen in today’s internet-infatuated society, none can claim the cultural changes that Facebook has brought about. Considering that it is only 6 years old yet has totally revolutionized global culture, there is obviously a remarkable story to be told. And now, Sony Pictures has bought the rights to this piece of history.Directed by David Fincher, The Social Network will hit theaters on October 1^st. The movie will tell the story of the Facebook co-founders. The film will focus on the journey of co-founder Mark Zuckerberg, a student at Harvard University who originally came up with the Facebook concept. This year 26-year-old Zuckerberg became the world’s youngest billionaire with an estimated net wealth of 4 billion. During the early days of Facebook, Zuckerberg faced a number of obstacles, both legal and personal. Zuckerberg will be played by Jesse Eisenberg and co-founders Dustin Moskovitz and Eduardo Saverin will be played by Joseph Mazello and Andrew Garfield. Justin Timberlake will also star in the movie, playing the role of Sean Parker, the president of Facebook. With the tagline “you don’t get to 500 million friends without making a few enemies,” we certainly see the makings of a dramatic recounting of the early days of this social revolution.

Top 10 War Movies of the 2000s

www.circus-themovie.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:49:53 +0000

War movies may not be the light-hearted thrill you’re looking for to relax on the weekend, but truth be told, this genre produces some of the best films to hit the big screen. Often based on historical battles or conflicts, they recount actual events and travesties that other generations have faced. In the ones where the ending is unbearably heartbreaking, we are reminded of the sacrifice and loss of those gone before us, and in the one’s that end with uplifting victory, we are reminded of the resilient spirit of mankind. So, raise your glasses to our top ten picks for this decade’s best war movies.

Flags of Our Fathers (2006): Directed by Clint Eastwood, this WWII film tells the story of the 6 service men who raised the flag on Mt. Suribachi, an act which was photographed and became one of the most famous pictures in America. Only three of the six survived the rest of the battle and went on to become American heroes.
300 (2006): Reaching a little farther back in the history books, this is the story of the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC when a small, but courageous army of 300 Spartans and 700 Thespians are met by a Persian fleet of over 100,000 soldiers with the orders to take Greece. Though their defeat is inevitable, the Spartans wage one of the most heroic and determined fights in history, which happens to make for an incredible movie plot.
We Were Soldiers (2002): Starring Mel Gibson as Lt. Col. Hal Moore, this film tells the painful yet inspiring story of the soldiers sent into the first battle of Vietnam. With a promise to be the first on and off the battlefield, Moore is a dedicated and noble leader to these brave men.
Enemy At the Gates (2001): This historical thriller about the battle of Stalingrad during WWII, tells the story through the eyes of a soldier from each side. A sniper from Germany and a sniper from Russia each battle to defend their country as well as their own personal honor.
Black Hawk Down (2001): Directed by Ridley Scott and based on a bestseller, this is the story of a less-known, more undercover operation. Josh Hartnett and Ewan McGregor star in this film about a group of U.S. Special Forces tasked with capturing Somalian war lords. When the mission starts to unravel, the success of this mission rests in the hands of these brave determined rangers.
Hotel Rwanda (2004): An inspiring, true story about one man’s attempt to save lives during the brutal massacre of Rwanda. Neglected by the rest of the world, this country was left to face the unspeakable atrocities brought on by domestic terrorism. Don Cheadle plays the role of Paul Rusesabagina who uses his hotel to house thousands of Tutsi refugees who are struggling to escape the Hutu militia.
The Patriot (2000): Another Mel Gibson hit, this is the story of Revolutionary War Hero, Benjamin Martin, who fights alongside his son Gabriel (Heath Ledger). With his home burned and his family threatened, Martin leads a militia to fight the tyrannical British.
Letters from Iwo Jima (2006): Another Clint Eastwood film about the battle of Iwo Jima, in this film we see this historic battle through the eyes of the Japanese. This Oscar-winning film makes you rethink all your preconceived notions about this unforgettable battle of WWII.
Jar Head (2005): Based on Anthony Swofford’s auto-biographical account of his time spent as a marine in Saudi Arabia prior to Desert Storm. The strain of intense boredom followed immediately by an unbelievable rush of adrenaline and the struggle of these boys face as they fight in a land they don’t understand, gives us a glimpse into the tolls modern warfare take on our soldiers.
Gladiator (2000): Though unconventionally placed into this category, Gladiator is the story of a true soldier who fights to avenge the deaths of his family members who were killed as a result of his being chosen as heir to the Roman Empire. This movie will make the top ten lists of many other genres including action and historical and we think it belongs in this one too.

Inception: Better Than We Ever Dreamed it Would be

www.circus-themovie.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:26:16 +0000

After a summer sitting through mediocre and even disappointing movies, Christopher Nolan finally brought us a summer hit worth going to see. Overall this year has been marked be unoriginal ideas, remakes, and of course, 3D. But to the pleasant surprise of all in attendance, Inception delves into a topic that is been largely untouched by filmmakers; the ever-elusive world of dreams. While this film could be categorized as Sci-Fi, the fictional aspect of the movie was still within our grasp of reality. Better put, you are left wondering if there is actually truth to be found in this concept of the dream state.The main character, Dominique Cobb, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, is both someone you do not envy, yet can truly relate to. Through his work exploring the human mind during the dream state and learning to extract information from a person’s dream, Cobb has lost everything he loved. Though he goes about it in a more unconventional way, most of us can relate to the feeling of helplessness as you try desperately to cling to someone you have lost, in whatever way you can. His skill in extracting dreams has made him a highly sought after mind criminal and Cobb is tasked with the ultimate challenge in exchange for getting back to his family. This time it is not extraction, but inception. He must implant an idea into someone’s mind, a task perceived by many to be impossible. Stellar performances by DiCaprio and costars Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt along with impressive graphics and action create a movie that captures your attention for the full 2 and a half hours. This is one of those movies that you don’t simply see the credit screen roll, leave and never think of it again. At the end of watching this movie in a theater full of people, you could hear the chatter of every couple or group of friends discussing and taking guesses as to what really happened. I’ll probably go see it again just to try and better understand everything, because by the end everything you thought you knew is called into question and you are left wondering what is real and what is only a dream.

Independent Movie Spotlight: Never Let Me Go

www.circus-themovie.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:16:31 +0000

Three children grow up together in what appears to be an English-boarding school. As they grow up they began to gain some understanding that something about their lives, this place, is not normal. Told through the eyes of Kathy H, we watch as the three try to understand the love they feel for one another and how to face the future they are bound to. The school where they are raised is actually a breeding ground for clones, created only to provide organ transplants. However, there appears to be some exception made if two individuals are “verifiably” in love. The trouble is there seems to be a unique, unbreakable love triangle between Kathy, Ruth and Tommy.This film is based on the best-selling novel by Kazuo Ishiguro. It was named the best novel of 2005 by Time magazine and received an ALA Alex Award. Never Let Me Go is set to release October 1st of this year in select cities. In addition to the well-known Keira Knightley, who plays Ruth, two upcoming talented actors will be starring in this film. Main character and narrator Kathy H., will be played by Carey Mulligan. This 25-year-old British actress jumped onto the scene with her performance in the 2009 hit An Education. She also stars in the upcoming Oliver Stone film, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, the sequel to the 1987 film, Wall Street. Another budding star, Andrew Garfield, takes to the screen as the leading male role of Tommy. Garfield also stars in the highly-anticipated, upcoming film, The Social Network, where he plays the role of Eduardo Saverin, one of the co-founders of Facebook.Addressing one of the biggest social controversies of our time, this film is sure to be a heart-wrenching tale of love, death, and humanity.

Who We’ve Been Missing

www.circus-themovie.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:08:27 +0000

One of the mysteries of Hollywood is the way an actor or actress can completely capture the hearts of the entire country, be on every college dorm room wall, and then disappear for years. There’s always room for someone new and fresh to take the stage. American audiences are both loving and forgetful. Right now America can’t seem to get enough of stars such as Robert Pattinson, Zach Galifianakis and Amanda Seyfried, but take a few years off and they’ll be old news. It is a special and treasured honor to become famous enough to be a household name for more than a decade. While there’s no shortage of talent on the big screen right now, there are a few old favorites we’d like to see make a comeback.When it comes to the leading men, we’re holding our breath for the return of one of our favorites; Orlando Bloom. After a string of huge hits with the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy, Bloom seemed to fall off our radar for a while. Luckily for fans of his, Bloom is set to star in a number of films to be released over the next year including Main Street, The Good Doctor and the Three Musketeers. If you’re a fan of independent films, you may have seen a bit more of Bloom than mainstream America as he seems to have recently shifted some focus towards this genre.Perhaps one of the most enchanting actresses of our time, Penelope Cruz has been sorely missed at the box office lately. This Spanish star has spent a great deal of time in the last few years on international projects and independent films. A small role in the recent Sex and the City 2 movie was only enough to whet the appetite. Though we’ll have to wait almost a year until its May 2011 release, it looks like we’ll finally be seeing Cruz back in action in Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides. Unfortunately, Bloom won’t be returning.