Movie News

Gay icon's life yields lessons after 30 years (AP)

Posted: 27 Nov 2008 02:17 AM CST

AP - Early this month, when it looked like same-sex marriage was on the rocks in California, gay rights activists summed up their angst about the upcoming Proposition 8 vote with four wistful words: What would Harvey do?

NM governor hosts star-studded dinner at mansion (AP)

Posted: 27 Nov 2008 01:57 AM CST

AP - Gov. Bill Richardson hosted a star-studded dinner party last weekend to thank moviemakers and celebrities, including George Clooney, Kevin Spacey and Paul Sorvino, for shooting films in the state.

"WALL-E" and "Thunder" top DVD charts (Reuters)

Posted: 27 Nov 2008 01:52 AM CST

Reuters - A small, waste-collecting robot has captured the hearts of DVD consumers, much as it did in theaters earlier this year.

Raul Castro to Sean Penn: he'd meet Obama at Gitmo (AP)

Posted: 27 Nov 2008 01:49 AM CST

AP - Cuban President Raul Castro said in an interview released Wednesday that he would like to meet President-elect Barack Obama on "neutral ground" — and he suggested the American naval base at Guantanamo Bay.

Bruce Willis settles dispute with Malaysia company (AP)

Posted: 27 Nov 2008 01:16 AM CST

AP - A Malaysian technology conglomerate has repaid $900,000 to Bruce Willis after the actor filed a lawsuit demanding a refund of his investment.

Italian director delves into deeper side of soccer (Reuters)

Posted: 26 Nov 2008 05:58 PM CST

Reuters - Like most of his compatriots, Oscar-winning Italian director Gabriele Salvatores loves soccer.

For sale: A helmet, a hat, a lightsaber and more (AP)

Posted: 26 Nov 2008 03:29 PM CST

AP - Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from "Star Wars," Indiana Jones' hat and whip from "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" and Batman's cowl from "Batman Begins" are going on the auction block.

What are the best Thanksgiving videos on the Web? (AP)

Posted: 26 Nov 2008 01:41 PM CST

AP - When thinking about film and Thanksgiving, one's thoughts inevitably turn to the Little Tramp.

Judge orders Mel Gibson deposed in lawsuit (AP)

Posted: 26 Nov 2008 12:27 PM CST

AP - A judge says Mel Gibson will have to answer questions about planning and filming "The Passion of the Christ" in response to a screenwriter's lawsuit.

What celebrities are thankful for this year (AP)

Posted: 26 Nov 2008 12:12 PM CST

AP - Being rich and/or famous doesn't stop Hollywood from taking a moment to gorge on turkey and take stock of this year's blessings. The Associated Press asked dozens of celebrities what they're thankful for.