Andy Serkis Finds His Inner Chimp in “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”
At this past weekend’s Comic-Con, Serkis went into detail about how he became a chimp
“Dynamic Pricing” is Broadway’s Other Method of Getting More Money Out of Ticketbuyers
Ultra-successful shows like the Drama Desk and Tony Award winning The Book of Mormon are utilizing a “dynamic pricing” model that adds over a half-dozen price raises on tickets for a variety of reasons.
Bradley Cooper: “The goal is not to achieve success. The goal is to grow.”
The Hangover Part II” “It definitely perplexed me because to me, it’s not even a question that it’s a better movie than the first one. On every level I just think you’re watching a director evolve. It’s a much more complicated film.”
Just Say Yes!
How many times do you say “no” without even realizing it? Every time you complain. Every time you gossip. Every time you doubt. And yes, every time you actually say “no” to things.
Jessica Biel Was Passed Over for Mila Kunis’ “Friends with Benefits” Role
“She was actually a huge fan of the project and screen-tested for it years ago,” said Benefits screenwriter David Newman, of Biel, at the movie’s Monday night premiere in New York City. Kunis, though, “was fated for the role.”
Javier Bardem: “People Don’t Have Money and Movie Tickets are Sometimes Too High”
Javier Bardem believes that the solution to movie piracy is to lower ticket prices so that those inclined to illegally download a film might head to their local theater instead.
Ben Stiller to Direct and Star in “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty”
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is about the titular humdrum man who lives a much more exciting existence in his mind (imagining himself in roles like a mighty soldier or a world-class surgeon) while he shops with his wife. In his imagination Mitty is far more virtuous individual than his feeble real-life counterpart, so Stiller will have the opportunity to play two totally different facets of the same character.
Steve Carell on ‘The Office’: “The show will continue and will be great”
“It is a little weird that everyone else is going back to school and I have graduated. It will be interesting two weeks from now. I’m sure I’ll have some pangs.”
The Dreaded Question: “Tell Me About Yourself”
Whether it’s meeting an agent or manager, auditioning for producers, or just networking at a bar, you’re talking about your career. And, of course, the infamous question always arises: “Tell me a little bit about yourself?”
Chris Evans: Being Captain America is “a double-edged sword”
About the role, Evans says, “It’s a double-edged sword. On one hand, it’s terrifying, nerve-racking and intimidating. There’s a swirl of negative emotions that arise. On the flip side, it’s great.”
Jason Bateman Tries His Off-Speed Pitch with “The Change-Up”: “I love playing the protagonist”
Bateman talked how he draws inspiration for the characters he portrays and his desire to play different types of roles in the future.
Nathan Lane Signs on for “The Iceman Cometh”: “It’s a good time in my life to do this — I mean, if not now, when?”
When The Iceman Cometh, so will Nathan Lane. The theater star has signed on to play salesman Theodore “Hickey” Hickman in a 2012 revival of Eugene O’Neill’s classic Iceman Cometh. The play will begin its run at Chicago’s Goodman Theater next April 22-June 10.
Interview: Casting Director Scott David
Criminal Minds Casting Director Scott David talks about actor’s being unprepared, how we can find our “type” and Beckinfield!
Q & A: Louis C.K.
The Emmy Nominated Actor/Comedian talks about comedy, writing the show and why he only signs actors to a per-show contract
Bryan Cranston on his “Breaking Bad” character: “I wrote an extensive back story for myself”
Cranston talked about first reading the Breaking Bad script and how he makes his anti-hero character so likable
Jane Lynch: “I go through a line reading a trillion times over and over to find the right rhythm”
Jane Lynch talked about finding inspiration for the many parts she’s played over the course of her 30-year acting career and how she delivers her lines so flawlessly.
Neil Patrick Harris: “I’m not trying to climb a ladder — I’m casting a bit of a net”
“I like to make decisions based on things I’m interested in doing, not what seems like the next move in my quote-unquote career. I’m not trying to climb a ladder — I’m casting a bit of a net.”
When Is The Right Time To Go To L.A.?
Are you thinking about making the move from your hometown to L.A.?
Review: “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2”
The film starts right where the first part left off: Voldemort (I’m allowed to say his name out loud now, right?) has the Elder Wand as Harry grieves by the seaside grave of the Dobby the Elf. From the opening credits to the end, the film doesn’t let up.