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The Case For Cobie Smulders in The Avengers (Among Other Blockbusters)

The further away I get from the news that Henry Cavill was cast as Superman , the more I appreciate the Warner Bros. decision. Not because it proves there is some silly conspiracy to hire foreign-born actors to play American icons; rather, because Warner Bros. saved everyone from having to follow along with the endless wheel-spinning short lists that usually accompany the casting of most franchise blockbusters nowadays. (See: the Warner Bros. hunt for Lois Lane as reference .) Still, if we’re going to be subjected to another short list, at least it can include names like Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Morena Baccarin and Cobie Smulders. All three actresses are reportedly up for the role of Nick Fury’s sidekick The Avengers , which got me to thinking: Why isn’t Cobie Smulders more famous?

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Play the Statuesque Sweepstakes: Choose and Share Your Oscar Picks, Win a MacBook Air!

Raise your hand if you like free stuff. Whoa. Keep it raised if you like the Oscars. Yesss. That’s what we at Movieline thought. Thus we are pleased and thrilled to introduce our Statuesque Oscar Picks Sweepstakes , wherein you put your awards-prognostication acumen to use for the opportunity to win either a MacBook Air or one of two new iPods. It’s easy!

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Play the Statuesque Sweepstakes: Choose and Share Your Oscar Picks, Win a MacBook Air!

Play the Statuesque Sweepstakes: Choose and Share Your Oscar Picks, Win a MacBook Air!

Raise your hand if you like free stuff. Whoa. Keep it raised if you like the Oscars. Yesss. That’s what we at Movieline thought. Thus we are pleased and thrilled to introduce our Statuesque Oscar Picks Sweepstakes , wherein you put your awards-prognostication acumen to use for the opportunity to win either a MacBook Air or one of two new iPods. It’s easy!

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5 Examples of David Letterman Eating Something He Shouldn’t

Confession: I took some heat at Movieline HQ this morning for not including David Letterman’s lotion-eating segment in today’s Late Night Highlights , but that’s only because I’ve seen the whole “Dave’s eating something he shouldn’t be” gag a few times before. Don’t believe me? Here’s a primer on all the things Letterman should have thought twice about before ingesting.

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5 Examples of David Letterman Eating Something He Shouldn’t

5 Examples of David Letterman Eating Something He Shouldn’t

Confession: I took some heat at Movieline HQ this morning for not including David Letterman’s lotion-eating segment in today’s Late Night Highlights , but that’s only because I’ve seen the whole “Dave’s eating something he shouldn’t be” gag a few times before. Don’t believe me? Here’s a primer on all the things Letterman should have thought twice about before ingesting.

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The Coen Brothers Will Watch Tara Reid in The Big Lebowski 2, But Won’t Make It

The whole Internet had a big laugh the other day when one-time tabloid staple Tara Reid announced that she’d be co-starring in The Big Lebowski 2 later this year. ( As Louis happily noted , he’s co-starring in Mrs. Miniver 2 , due in theaters roughly at the same time.) If that news surprised you, imagine being the Coen Brothers. “I’m glad she’s working on it,” Ethan said to Matthew Odam of Austin 360. “Well, we don’t [have anything planned] but we’ll watch it when it comes out.” Added Joel: “Especially if Tara’s in it.” Godspeed, Ms. Reid! [ M.O. /Austin 360 via The Playlist ]

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The Coen Brothers Will Watch Tara Reid in The Big Lebowski 2, But Won’t Make It

Has Banksy Tapped Keyboard Cat for His Gonzo Oscar Campaign?

After a hotly contested debate over whether or not this recent Banksy-themed Oscar mural came from Banksy himself or his Exit Through the Gift Shop subject/protégé Mr. Brainwash — that is, if they aren’t the very same person ( duh-duh-duhhhhn ) — comes more evidence that the mysterious Banksy is really just some sort of mad viral marketing genius. Behold: The feline street art expose Exit Through the Pet Shop !

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Has Banksy Tapped Keyboard Cat for His Gonzo Oscar Campaign?

James Bond Composer John Barry Dies at Age 77

Oscar-Winning Composer John Barry has died of a heart attack at age 77. He was perhaps best known for his arrangement of Monty Norman’s James Bond theme, which led to him scoring 11 Bond films including Goldfinger and Diamonds are Forever . But Barry was a versatile and talented composer beyond the Bond films. His memorable scores ranged from quirky jazz ( The Knack…and How to Get It ) to impressive regional work ( Midnight Cowboy , Walkabout ) to even sweat-drenched, neo-noir saxophone ( Body Heat ). For further testament to his talent, one needs only to look to his music for a mostly-forgotten 1965 film that has since been used in over half a dozen movies, from CGI -animated kid’s fare to a film by the Coen Brothers.

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Warner Bros. Announces That Henry Cavill Is Your New Superman

Up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s…the second male lead from The Tudors ! After much speculation and gnashing of nerd teeth, Warner Bros. has finally announced that Henry Cavill is Zack Snyder’s pick to play the Man of Steel in the new Superman reboot. You might know him from the aforementioned Showtime series, or from the underrated Stardust , or as Stephanie Meyer’s rumored original choice to play sullen sparkler Edward Cullen. The internet stands ready to register your applause or disgust, comic geeks. Perfect pick or shady selection ? Personally, here at Movieline HQ, we’re just happy someone gave the poor sod a break . [ ComingSoon ]

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SNL Scorecard: Were Three Mark Zuckerbergs a Charm?

A “cocky” Jesse Eisenberg hosted last night’s edition of Saturday Night Live , though his performance was a bit lost in the excitement from the worst kept secret of the week: The actor’s first (OK, maybe second, considering that they most likely caught up during dress rehearsal) face-to-face meeting with Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, whom Eisenberg portrayed in The Social Network . But, stunt cameos aside, how did the recent Oscar nominee fare?

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