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2009-09-05

No redemption for this 'Bad Lieutenant' (AP)

VENICE, Italy - German director Werner Herzog says his "Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans," starring Nicolas Cage as a drug-addicted homicide detective and Eva Mendes as his prostitute girlfriend, has nothing to do with Abel Ferrara's 1992 cult classic starring Harvey Keitel. He hasn't even seen it.

U.S. actors , left, and , right, arrive with German director Werner Herzog for the photo call for the film ' Bad Lieutenant : Port of Call New Orleans' at the 66th edition of the Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, , Sept. 4, 2009.  (AP Photo/Joel Ryan)

"There is no relationship, because I never saw it. But I am convincingly told that they have nothing to do with each other," Herzog told reporters on Friday at the Venice Film Festival where the movie made its premiere.

"I hope that Abel Ferrara will see my film, which he has not seen. And I hope I will see his film soon. I am sure we will meet soon with a bottle of whiskey between us."

That could happen sooner than he thinks: Ferrara is showing a film "Napoli, Napoli, Napoli" out of competition in Venice.

A brutal murder of a family of illegal immigrants drives Herzog's "Bad Lieutenant," but the movie defies any conventional plot line. It's more than a murder story, and doesn't want to be an expose of corruption. Herzog said the title came with the project, and he couldn't change it, but that he did rewrite substantial parts of the screenplay.

"To me it's a fairy tale, a warped fairy tale, but a fairy tale," Mendes said.

Cage's iguana-hallucinating homicide detective Lt. Terence McDonagh walks seemingly unscathed through potential disasters of his own making, always tempting fate to catch him. He is addicted to painkillers to treat a chronic back injury picked up while rescuing a prisoner from the rising waters of Hurricane Katrina, and will do anything to get his fix: shake down colleagues working in the property room, youths coming out of clubs and a college football star whose stats he can recite.

Playing a drug haze was much a much different process for Cage than when he played an alcoholic in "Leaving Las Vegas." For that film "I would have a couple of drinks for the prescribed scene, see how it would feel and put it in the movie," he said.

"I hadn't had a drink for five years, or anything," when it came time to shoot "Bad Lieutenant," Cage said. "It occurred to me that this was going to be more of an impressionist kind of landscape where I was going to try to look at the landscape of something that happened to me 20 years ago and try to recall that in my sober mind."

For Cage, one clear underlying difference between his bad lieutenant and Keitel's is the latter's search for redemption, Cage said.

"The movie (Abel) made, which is excellent, but it is very much a Judeo-Christian program where the character is loaded with Catholic guilt and redemption. Terrence has no guilt. It is not about that," Cage said. "I did not choose to approach the film with the idea I was portraying evil in anyway. You can ask me if he is a good cop, a bad cop, I won't answer. He just is."

In one of the best lines of the film, filled with black humor, Cage tells a drug kingpin who has just shot a hit man coming to settle a score with Cage's lieutenant: "Shoot him again. His soul is still dancing." Cajun music exults as the "soul" breakdances.

"It is a very dark humor," Herzog said. "It is so dark it becomes hilarious."

Herzog acknowledges the film was initially set in New Orleans for the tax breaks, but said he immediately jumped at the chance.

"New Orleans has something very, very strange. You sense the collapse, but not just the physical collapse, also the collapse of civility," Herzog said. "We shot at one street intersection and the next night two people were shot at this intersection. So you always had the thought, yes, there are always dangers."

Cage called New Orleans "really the biggest character of the film. More so than my character, or Eva's character."

"It is a potent genus loci, which is a very spiritual kind of energy that I wanted to embrace and put in the movie," Cage said.

"Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans" is competing for the Golden Lion, which will be awarded Sept. 12.

Summertime for Quentin and Germany

'Inglourious Basterds' a hit in Germany


Quentin Tarantino gives Germany a present with a card that reads, here's to dealing with the past via a baseball bat, a hunting knife and a highly flammable movie theater and not an overly sensitive, borderline insulting "important" movie. (He sent a fruit basket too).

But "Inglourious Basterds" is an important movie. A masterpiece. And better yet, Germans love it.

According to the Global Post:

"In Germany, World War II and Holocaust films are meticulously combed over by small armies of critics, historians and public intellectuals. The historical accuracy and ethical messages of 'Schindler's List' and 'The Reader,' for example, were debated for months on end. The liberties that Tom Cruise's 'Valkyrie' took with historical reality made German experts shake with indignation. 'Life is Beautiful' was panned for its use of comedy in connection with an issue so somber — and it dived at the box office, too.

"And now there’s Quentin Tarantino’s Nazi-era splatter film 'Inglourious Basterds,' which — to my great surprise — has rocketed to the top of the German charts and even charmed the country’s most discerning film critics. When I showed up at my neighborhood theater in Berlin, the ticket line reached out to the curb. Once inside the jam-packed theater, I found myself as intrigued by the reaction of the German cinema-goers as I was by the film. It was plain from the bursts of laughter and applause that they thoroughly relished all two-and-a-half hours of it, even though the graphic, blood-soaked farce would appear to break every German's rule for political correctness."

Tyler Perry takes on 'For Colored Girls'


Tyler Perry is set to write, direct and produce an adaptation of Ntozake Shange's 1975 play "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf" for Lionsgate, the studio announced Thursday

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Lionsgate, 34th Street Films. Lionsgate and Perry have a longstanding relationship, as the new project marks the tenth title the two parties have worked on together.

Shange's Obie award-winning play explores what it's like to be both female and of color through a series of 20 poems about issues like domestic abuse and abandonment.

The play was first performed in 1975 and was made into a television movie for PBS' "American Playhouse" in 1982.

The film, which is Perry's first to be based on non-original material, will have a cast of all female actors.

"From the very beginning of his career, Tyler has told compelling stories about women's lives, and he has created a memorable gallery of multidimensional female characters," Mike Paseornek, Lionsgate's president of motion picture production, said in a statement. "He is an ideal person to bring Ntozake Shange's play to the screen, and this movie will be a major treat for audiences across the board."

Perry called the opportunity to adapt the play a "dream come true."

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"Ntozake Shange's play is a magnificent tribute to the strength and dignity of women of color, and I think audiences of all generations will be able to recognize and embrace the experiences these women represent," he said in a statement.

Principal photography is set to run from November to December of this year in Atlanta, and the film will be released sometime next year.

Meanwhile, Lionsgate's "Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself" opens on Sept. 11, while "Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married Too?" follows next year on April 2.

Alongside Oprah Winfrey, Perry is also a co-presented and executive producer of Lee Daniels's Sundance Film Festival award-winner "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire," which Lionsgate will release in November.

Barrymore to host skating event in Detroit area

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Drew Barrymore wants all movie and/or roller-skating fans to join her in suburban Detroit next week for a get-together in support of her new movie.

Barrymore is

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g her directorial debut with next month's "Whip It," which filmed scenes in Michigan and is centered around the world of roller derby.

The 34-year-old actress and filmmaker will walk the red carpet and host the skating event Sept. 11 at Bonaventure Skating Center in Farmington Hills.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own skates, or they can rent them for a fee.

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Barrymore also produced and appears in "Whip It," which stars Ellen Page as a small-town Texas teenager who becomes a roller derby star.

Pics From 'My Name is Khan'

With the film "My Name is Khan" slated for release early next year, director Karan Johar tweeted some pics from the set. I guess the director wanted to give fans a first look at how the set of the film is created. Based on these images, it looks like this will be a great movie for the director and his actors Shahrukh Khan and Kajol.So check out the pics from "My Name is Khan" and let us know what you think!

Shahrukh Khan and Kajol on the sets of 'My Name is Khan'

Shahrukh Khan and Kajol

Shahrukh Khan in 'My Name is Khan'

SRK behind the camera

Shahrukh Khan does a close up in 'My Name is Khan'

Shahrukh Khan does a close up

Karan Johar and Kajol on the sets of 'My Name is Khan'

Karan Johar and Kajol

Shahrukh Khan and Kajol on the sets of 'My Name is Khan'

Behind the set of "My Name is Khan"

Shahrukh Khan gets a close up on the sets of 'My Name is Khan'

SRK is ready for his close up

Aamir Khan to Play a Superhero

Move over Spiderman and Superman! The world of cinema is about to see a new superhero inspired by the powerful monkey god Hanuman, known for his loyalty to lord Ram. U.S. producer Uru Patel has in fact planned to make a modern version of "Hanuman" for some time.

Hollywood stars Keanu Reeves and Gary Oldman have reportedly been finalized to play Ram and Raavan respectively. Originally the producer wanted a Japanese actor and martial arts expert to play the monkey deity, since the role requires a lot of action. But now Aamir Khan has been approached for the role.

Uru Patel has already met with Aamir's representative in Los Angeles. Aamir did show some interest in the project but will take a final call only after reading the full script. The role might require Aamir to redevelop the eight-pack abs he acquired for "Ghajini." If Aamir likes the script, the crew might start production by the end of this year. I guess we will see Aamir back in action again real soon!

The search is still on for an actress to play Sita. Shilpa Shetty was approached for the role but later excused herself from the project due to other commitments. The producer is now hoping to rope in an international face for the role of Sita.

The film will be directed by Chuck Russell, known for making fantasy thrillers like "The Scorpion King," "The Mask" and the upcoming "Mandrake the Magician."

So what do you think of a U.S. film based on Hanuman? Will Aamir Khan be able to live up to the expectations of playing the title role? Send us your feedback.

'London Dreams' Song Promo: 'Barso Re

With the buzz swirling around Vipul Shah's next film, the "Namastey London" director postponed his shoot for "Action Replay" to focus on promoting his upcoming film "London Dreams," which stars Ajay Devgan, Salman Khan, and Asin. The movie is set to release at the end of October and has some rock-themed tracks by musical trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The composer trio hasn't had a hit soundtrack at all this year so the stakes are high! Before the soundtrack comes out, check out this promo from one of the tunes entitled "Barso Re" and tell us if this is the musical trio's best track yet.

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Court Sides With Paris Hilton In Hallmark Fight



an appeals court has ruled that Paris Hilton can continue pursuing a lawsuit against Hallmark Cards Inc. over the use of her picture and catch phrase “That’s hot” on a greeting card.

Hilton sued the company in 2007 after it began selling without her permission birthday cards of a cartoon of a waitress serving a plate of food to a patron. A photo of Hilton’s face was pasted on the cartoon’s body.

Hilton alleges that the card ripped off her appearance as a waitress in an episode of her reality television show “The Simple Life.”

The 9th U.S. District Court of Appeals on Monday upheld a lower court’s ruling allowing the bulk of Hilton’s lawsuit. Hallmark has defended the card as parody, which is normally protected under fair-use law.

Court Sides With Paris Hilton In Hallmark Fight



an appeals court has ruled that Paris Hilton can continue pursuing a lawsuit against Hallmark Cards Inc. over the use of her picture and catch phrase “That’s hot” on a greeting card.

Hilton sued the company in 2007 after it began selling without her permission birthday cards of a cartoon of a waitress serving a plate of food to a patron. A photo of Hilton’s face was pasted on the cartoon’s body.

Hilton alleges that the card ripped off her appearance as a waitress in an episode of her reality television show “The Simple Life.”

The 9th U.S. District Court of Appeals on Monday upheld a lower court’s ruling allowing the bulk of Hilton’s lawsuit. Hallmark has defended the card as parody, which is normally protected under fair-use law.

Chris Brown Sentenced For Rihanna Assault



The judge placed Brown on felony probation for 60 months (5 years). Brown is required to report for probation within 72 hours. Brown will perform his community labor in Virginia, where his permanent residence is.

He must also complete a 52-week domestic violence program – sponsored by the Commonwealth Catholic Charities – and perform 180 days of community labor, for which he will perform trash pickup, wash cars and cleaning and maintain grounds.

Brown was fined $2,500 in restitution, a $2,500 probation fine a $30 court security fee, a $30 criminal conviction fee and a $400 domestic violence fee.

The judge ordered a protective order, keeping Brown away from Robyn Fenty (Rihanna). He will be required to submit DNA samples if requested by law authorities. He will be also be required appear before the judge in court every three months. His next appearance will be on November 19.

Brown’s probation will conclude on August 25, 2014.

1:53 PM PST: Chris Brown enters the courtroom with his attorney Mark Geragos and an entourage that includes his bodyguards, mother and a friend.

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A Los Angeles Superior Court Judge is expected to sentence Chris Brown today over his assault of Rihanna.

The singer is scheduled to appear in court today at 2 PM, where the final sentencing will be handed down related to charges stemming from a February 8 incident where he assaulted his then-girlfriend, Rihanna. The hearing was initially scheduled for August 27, but lawyers for Brown requested that it be held today.

Stay logged on to AccessHollywood.com today, as we’ll be present at today’s sentencing to bring you updates as they happen.

As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, Brown struck a plea deal with prosecutors. Under the deal, the singer pleaded guilty to one felony assault charge. His plea deal included five years of probation, enrollment in a domestic violence counseling program and 180 days in a labor program in his home state of Virginia.

During Brown’s last court appearance on August 5, Judge Patricia M. Schnegg stressed that she did not want the labor program to be community service, but actual labor. The parties agreed that they needed more time to figure out the labor portion of the plea deal and, as a result, sentencing was postponed until today.

In July, the 20-year-old finally spoke out for the first time about the incident with Rihanna, apologizing for his actions.

“Since February, my attorney has advised me not to speak out, even though ever since the incident I wanted to publicly express my deepest regret and accept full responsibility,” the singer said in a two-minute clip posted on his official YouTube channel. “Although I will do some interviews and answer some questions in the future, I felt that it was time that you heard directly from me that I am sorry.”

Brown appears to have also addressed the events of February 8 in his new song, “Changed Man.”

'Blue' Song Promo: 'Aaj Dil Gustak Hai'

After releasing the song "Chiggy Wiggy," the producers of the film "Blue" are dropping a promo for the track "Aaj Dil Gustak Hai." The romantic video shows Sanjay Dutt and Lara Dutta swimming with dolphins and hanging out on a beach.

Check out this promo and tell us what you think of the track!

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Beyonce Named ‘Woman Of The Year’ By Billboard



The year’s not even over, but Billboard already knows who its woman of the year is — Beyonce.

The superstar will be honored by the industry publication at its annual Women in Music event.

Past “Woman of the Year” honorees were Ciara and Reba McEntire.

Beyonce will be on hand to accept her award at the Oct. 2 event in New York City.

It’s been yet another big year for the entertainer. She had the smash hit “Single Ladies,” sang at President Obama’s inauguration, had a No. 1 movie with “Obsessed” and embarked on an arena tour.

Rishi and Ranbir Kapoor Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi Festival

ranbir kapoor at festivalHundreds of millions of people took to the streets of India singing and clapping to honor the elephant headed god Ganesh. Spotted in the crowd were Bollywood's very own Rishi and Ranbir Kapoor! The two joined the celebrations for the last day of Ganesh Chaturthi, a ten day festival that honors the birth of Lord Ganesh. On this occasion, a giant idol of the deity is created and immersed in water, symbolizing his merging with the universe. This act marks the return of the god to his destiny as the festival ends.

Ganesh is the remover of obstacles, and with all the madness coming out of B-town these days, it makes sense for celebs to take part in this festival. Over the course of the ten days, we have seen Katrina Kaif, Madhur Bhandarkar, Karan Johar, Priyanka Chopra and other industry folks participate in the holiday's rituals held in Mumbai.

Well we got some photographs of Rishi and Ranbir Kapoor celebrating heatedly along with family members. Check out the shots from this massive event. And Happy Ganesh Chaturthi to those who observe the holiday!

kapoor elders at celebration

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