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VIDEO: The Indie Movie Version of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Surprisingly Similar, Affecting

Chris Messina on Monogamy and Chewing Out David Chase

In Monogamy , Chris Messina plays Theo, a burnt out wedding photographer who starts a side job that involves photographing clients in a more natural, unaware surrounding. When one of his clients with the provocative handle “Subgirl” (Meital Dohan) shows up for her session and puts on quite a show, it leads Theo down a road of obsession that puts a strain on his current engagement to Nat (Rashida Jones). Movieline sat down with Messina to discuss the dark twists of Monogamy , an audition outburst that led to him being banned for life from the future work of The Sopranos ‘ David Chase, and why it was unfair that Devil got caught up in the stink left over from M. Night Shyamalan’s The Last Airbender .

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The 8 Stages of Oscar Winners Who Move to TV

Oscar-winners like Jane Fonda know TV is an ideal medium for actors seeking a challenge, but non-Oscar-winners like us know that TV is also a good way to forward an actor’s reputation. Don’t want to be a frightening character actress anymore? Join NBC’ s new legal drama! Want to maintain the prestige of your early career? Take up a lead role on Showtime’s new historical series! TV has become such a viable forum for thespian respect that some Oscar-winners are heading to the small screen before taking home the gold (Melissa Leo on Treme , anyone?). Here are the eight stages of Oscar-winners who move to the small screen — usually with great success.

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Gay Twilight Parody Features Acting That’s Only Marginally Worse Than Actual Twilight

You’ve seen them in the video store and lurking around the corner of your Netflix queue. Familarly-named movies that seem to be design to cash in on a better known entity. But at this point, the direct-to-video cash-in is a time-honored tradition: for every Transformers , there’s a Transmorphers , for every Paranormal Activity , there’s a Paranormal Entity . And now we’ve got a two-fer: a gay themed Twilight -esque thriller called Vampire Boys . The acting is a bit…ripe but honestly, is it that much worse than the real Twilight ?

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Attack the Block Is the First Geek Hit of SXSW, But Does That Really Mean Anything?

Universal’s geek bonding road trip flick Paul screens shortly tonight at SXSW, but another sci-fi alien pic with ties to the Nick Frost-Edgar Wright-Simon Pegg universe may have already stolen its thunder: Attack the Block , director Joe Cornish’s horror comedy about inner-city London kids who channel their delinquent ways into survival skills when vicious space invaders descend.

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Justin Biebr Rascal Flatts (Video)

Rascal Flatts and Justin Bieber sing That Should Be Me Watch the Justin Bieber Rascal Flatts “That Should Be Me” video, a powerhouse combo of the country group Rascal Flatts and teen phenom Justin Bieber. The Rascal Flatts “Nothing Like This” special featured special guests Natasha Bedingfield and Justin Bieber. Check out the Rascal Flatts / Justin Bieber “That Should Be Me” lyrics and music video below. Rascal Flatts singer Gary LeVox spoke about the duet with Justin Bieber, saying that his daughters “flipped out” and that he’s “in the running for dad of the year” after working with Bieber. LeVox added, “I’ve even got a low-grade Bieber fever!” Rascal Flatts and Justin Bieber That Should Be Me lyrics: “Everybody’s laughing in my mind Rumors spreadin’ ’bout this other guy Do you do what you did when you did with me, Does he love you the way I can? Did you forget all the mem’s that you made with me Cause baby I didn’t (Chorus) That should be me holding your hand That should be me making you laugh That should be me this is so sad That should be me that should be me That should be me feeling your kiss That should be me buying you gifts This is so wrong I can’t go on ‘Til you believe that That should be me That should be me You said you needed a little time for my mistakes It’s funny how you used that time to have me replaced Did you think that I wouldn’t see you out at the movies What you doin’ to me You’re taking him where we used to go Now if you’re tryin’ to break my heart It’s working cause you know that That should be me holding your hand That should be me making you laugh That should be me this is so sad That should be me that should be me That should be me feeling your kiss That should be me buying you gifts This is so wrong I can’t go on ‘Till you believe That should be me I need to know should I fight for love Or disarm It’s getting harder to shield It’s breaking my heart Ooooh That should be me holding your hand That should be me making you laugh That should be me this is so sad That should be me that should be me That should be me feeling your kiss That should be me buying you gifts This is so wrong I can’t go on ‘Till you believe That that should be me (Holding your hand) That should be me (The one making you laugh (oh baby oh) That should be me That should be me (Giving you flowers) That should be me (Talking for hours oh) That should be me That should be me That should be me Never should’ve let you go I never should’ve let you go That should be me I never should’ve let you go That should be me.” source:blogs.babble.com

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Justin Bieber: Never Say Never

Justin Bieber: Never Say Never Justin Bieber (Actor) , Miley Cyrus (Actor) , John Chu (Director)   |   Format: DVD 4,394% Sales Rank in Movies & TV: 178 (was 8,001 yesterday) Buy new: $20.99 (Visit the Movers & Shakers in Movies & TV list for authoritative information on this product’s current rank.) Review & Description Justin Bieber: Never Say Never is the inspiring, entertaining and intimate look at the life and meteoric rise of pop phenomenon Justin Bieber. From small town boy to global super-star, Never Say Never follows Justin Bieber’s journey from his early years, to his rise from break-out internet sensation to global super-star, culminating with a sold-out show at the famed Madison Square Garden. More than just a concert, Never Say Never is a captivating, cinematic event featuring all-star musical talent including, Usher, Jaden Smith, Ludacris, and more! Never underestimate the power of perseverance, social media, good hair, and a winning smile. Small town boy Justin Bieber is a young musician (16 years old at the time of this film’s release) who started out goofing around on the drums at home as a young child and posting videos on You Tube as a preteen. With the help of producer Scooter Braun, he has rocketed to the status of pop phenomenon, performing for a sold-out house at the coveted Madison Square Garden in less than two years. Part documentary, part concert video, Justin Bieber: Never Say Never combines archival home videos with live concert footage; interviews with everyone from Justin’s young single mother and his grandparents to his vocal coach “Mama Jan” Smith, pop icon and actor Usher, and producer Braun; and way too much footage of squealing, overwrought preteen female fans (the latter will likely cause one’s eyes to spontaneously roll back in one’s head and trigger a gag reflex unless one happens to be a 10- to 12-year-old girl). Showcased are Bieber’s early visits to every radio station imaginable; his life backstage, on the road, and during a rare visit with his friends back home; the determination of those around him to keep his life as normal as possible; and lots of up-close footage of his concerts. Throughout the 10 days preceding his Garden debut, guest artists like Miley Cyrus, Usher, Jaden Smith, and Boyz II Men join Bieber onstage for collaborative performances of songs including “Overboard,” “Somebody to Love,” “Never Say Never,” and “U Smile.” Bieber also deals with the stress and pain of a throat infection that causes him to cancel his first show ever and threatens to prevent him from honoring his performance date at the Garden. Finally, the day of the Madison Square Garden performance arrives and viewers are treated to a great sampling of Bieber’s powerful performance. The film does a good job of chronicling Bieber’s rise to stardom, but let’s face it, his career has spanned less than two years as of this film, so there’s not really all that much to say in a movie that lasts almost two hours. But even if you’re not a rabid Justin Bieber fan, you have to admit the kid has talent and you’ve got to respect his incredible journey. (Ages 9 – 13) –Tami Horiuchi Read more Find the best price Click Here More Best Buy Cheap

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DVD: You May Not Think You Want To See Four Lions, But Trust Me, You Do

Satire at its best goes after the most sacred of cows — religion, politics, the rich and powerful. When it’s done bravely, satire brazenly stands up and stares down the thing that dominates or terrifies the most. And given that terrorism and the threat of same has been the leading tightener of sphincters worldwide, Four Lions (out this week from Magnolia Home Entertainment and Drafthouse Films) has to rank among the timeliest and most courageous films in recent memory. It’s also side-splittingly hilarious.

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The 9 Most Scathing Critical Responses to Red Riding Hood

How bad are the reviews for Red Riding Hood ? Well, Beastly — which was so unanimously reviled it even got lampooned on Saturday Night Live last week — scored a fresh rating three times higher than what Catherine Hardwicke’s fairytale is currently rocking on Rotten Tomatoes. Yikes. Ahead, nine of the sharpest barbs against Red Riding Hood .

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Steven Soderbergh Still Planning to End Great Career with Television Remake

Nothing like going out on top? Speaking with Studio 360’s Kurt Anderson , beloved director Steven Soderbergh reiterated that he plans to retire from filmmaking after he makes two more films. “When you reach the point where you’re like, ‘If I have to get into a van to do anther scout I’m just going to shoot myself,’ it’s time to let somebody else who’s still excited about getting in the van, get in the van,” Soderbergh said. “For the last three years, I’ve been turning down everything that comes my way, so you’re not going to have Steven Soderbergh to kick around anymore.” You will, however, have the opportunity to kick Soderbergh for his planned swan song.

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