Articles related to "Philip Seymour Hoffman"



David Mamet's State and Main
David Mamet is surprisingly warmhearted in this Preston Sturgess-inspired tale of a chaotic independent film set disrupting a small town. Any film which features Philip Seymour Hoffman as the romantic lead and Alec Baldwin as a pedophile has got to at least be worth a peek.
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Doubt - An Evasive Success
Oscar Nominated Film Doubt features Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams. Brilliant performances make this film a must-see.
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Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman in Doubt
If you like intelligent film making, well written, well directed with great acting, no gratuitous violence, sex, or special effects, then no doubt you'll enjoy "Doubt".
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Philip Seymour Hoffman Directorial Debut
Adapted from the popular off-Broadway production, "Jack Goes Boating" will be Hoffman's first time behind the camera.
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Philip Seymour Hoffman Stars in Synecdoche, New York
Charlie Kaufman's most recent film returns to themes previously examined in films like Being John Malkovich and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
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Pirate Radio Review
After a visiting to the cutting room floor, Pirate Radio (formerly titled The Boat That Rocked for UK audiences) emerges as a swift, cheeky British comedy.
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The Boat That Rocked
Not even the usually reliable Rhys Ifans can save this lame comedy about pirate radio DJs in 60s Britain. Definitely not groovy, baby.
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Synecdoche, New York: Some Loose Impressions
Screenwriter Charlie Kaufman steps into the director's chair for the first time with Synecdoche for an ambitious, sometimes maddening, and undeniably unforgettable film
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Pirate Radio
Rock and roll takes off in clever John Curtis tale that weighs anchor with Bill Nighy and Philip Seymour Hoffman as disc jockeys taking on an uptight British rulers.
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Before the Devil Knows You're Dead
Staring: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan Hawke, Marisa Tomei, Albert Finney, Amy Ryan
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Celebrity Gossip - Awards Galore
Big weekend in the 2006 Awards season! First was the DGA (Directors Guild) Awards on Saturday, January 26th.
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Lumet's Before the Devil Knows You're Dead
The film Before the Devil Knows You're Dead is, first and foremost, a melodrama. In other words, while the DVD synopsis may seem to scream "THRILLER! ACTION!" it's not.
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Mary and Max Movie Review
Adam Elliot's claymation dramedy Mary and Max is darkly funny and heartwrenching, but nearly derails near the climax. 8/10
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Review: Film Adaptation of Doubt
Doubt is a gripping film adaptation of John Patrick Shanley's play about a priest accused of having an improper relationship with a Catholic school student.
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Sister Aloysius in John Patrick Shanley's Doubt
Doubt examines the alleged misconduct of Father Flynn, yet the true "villain" is his accuser, Sister Aloysius. Her crime? Being female-or not female enough.
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The Dark Knight Returns...Again?
The Dark Knight is tearing up the box office and is well on its way to becoming the most financially successful film of all time. Now, people are asking: "What's next?"
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The Films of Charlie Kaufman
Charlie Kaufman creates films of startling depth and universal pathos. His latest film is no exception.
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The Savages – Review
An outstanding script, along with strong performances and direction, make this off-beat film come alive.
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The Savages Talented Writer, Tamara Jenkins
Nine years after her autobiographical debut film, The Slums of Beverly Hills, hit theaters, Tamara Jenkins's sophomore film, The Savages, was finally released.
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Before the Devil Knows You're Dead
Themes of theft swirl around this smart suspense thriller starring Philip Seymour Hoffman and Ethan Hawke.
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LUMET DELIVERS A DEVIL OF A MOVIE
Master filmmaker Sidney Lumet directs Philip Seymour Hoffman and Ethan Hawke in career defining performances in a tragic family melodrama
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Mike Nichols' Charlie Wilson's War
Written by Aaron Sorkin, this 2007 film revolves around events in Afghanistan and the Soviet Union in the late 80s. Great performances, humor, mixed with serious events.
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Review: Synecdoche, New York (2008)
Released in the United States in late 2008 and crossing the Atlantic earlier this year, Charlie Kaufman's directorial debut Synecdoche, New York is unmissable.
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The Films of P.T. Anderson
Reviews of Paul Thomas Anderson's five films thus far- Hard Eight, Boogie Nights, Magnolia, Punch-Drunk Love, and this year's Oscar hopeful, There Will Be Blood.
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Golden Globe Awards Honor LGBT Characters
Over the past decade, the number of gay roles nominated for Golden Globes has skyrocketed, with straight actors consistently winning for portrayals of gay characters.
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New Dramatic DVD Releases for March 2009
Action, intrigue, love, and relationships are the subjects of new dramatic DVD releases coming out in March.
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Phillip Seymour Hoffman
Biographical info, links to homepages, news, photos, articles and more.
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Celebrities Glow at Golden Globes
Celebrities of film and TV were out in full force last night at the 63rd annual Golden Globes Awards sponsored by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.
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Celebrity Gossip - Oscar Nominations
Awards season in full force! The 2006 Academy Awards nominations were announced this morning. The only real surprise was the total takeover by the independent film world of the bastion of old line studio dominence, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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Comedy Movies About Thanksgiving
When families gather for the holidays, they bring their problems with them - in real life and in the movies.
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Juno's Got Spirit
Film Independent honored Juno, The Savages, and More at the 2008 Spirit Awards
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Latest Rumours About Batman 3 Out of Control
Following the monumental box office success of The Dark Knight, director Christopher Nolan has remained relatively mum on the possibility of a follow-up film.
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Oscar Nominations for 2009
Here's a quick listing of who won the nominations for the major film categories for the 2009 Academy Awards.
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Academy Awards Review
No surprises with The Departed, Martin Scorsese, Helen Mirren and Forest Whitaker winning top honors.
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Ben Stiller and Hank Azaria Movies
With Stiller's expressive face and Azaria's mastery of voices, this pair works to heighten the comedy.
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Capote on Film
Bennett Miller's "Capote" (2005) and Douglas McGrath's "Infamous" (2006) both deal with Truman Capote's work on "In Cold Blood", his most famous book.
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Doubt Begins In Vancouver Theatre
John Patrick Shanley's award winning play Doubt makes its Canadian premiere as the opening production in the 2008-2009 season at the Arts Club Theatre Company.
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Doubt Soundtrack Review
Howard Shore's recent score to Doubt shows him at his most subdued and intimate, at the expense of any flashy or even memorable development.
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Independent Crime Films about Betrayal
These three films all explore some unique aspect of betrayal, either by a family member, a partner in crime, or a cold and uncaring corporation.
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KLIK! Amsterdam Animation Festival Opens
The third edition of the Amsterdam film festival devoted to animation opens September 17, 2009. KLIK! organizer Luuk van Huet talks about this year's top picks.
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Movie Review: Boogie Nights (1997)
A review of writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson's Boogie Nights, a compelling exploration of the adult film industry in the late 1970s.
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Oscar Nominations and Winners for LGBT Roles
In the past decade, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has rewarded an increasing number of actors for playing LGBT characters, and several have won Oscars.
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The 25 Greatest Films of the 1990s--Part 2
A classic journey into the pornography industry, a journey into the stars when Vegans contact us, and the journey of a pregnant sheriff following two criminals on a bizarre crime spree make up the three films this week as we countdown the 25 best films of the 1990's decade!
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Almost Famous
A review of the movie "Almost Famous".
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Golden Globes and the Other Movie Guild Nominations
The Golden Globe award winners and also look at the nominees by the Directors, Screen Actors, and Producer Guilds -- some of the best precursors for who will be nominated for this year's Oscars!
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Interview with Oscar Nominee Viola Davis - Doubt
You have to give Viola Davis credit for honoring her commitments to promote her latest film, Doubt. After being nominated most avoid the draining press tour.
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La Vie en Rose (La Môme): Review
This French film has been nominated in several categories at each of the three major international awards shows this year, but the hype isn't entirely warranted.
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Midwest Murders: The Clutter Murder Case
On November 15, 1959, four members of the Clutter family were bound, gagged, and shot to death in their isolated farm home in Holcomb, Kansas, by two strangers.
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Must-See Films for Fall 2008: Oscar Season
The months of summer blockbuster are over, but there's a different movie season beast right around the corner full of intense characterizations and hopes of gold.
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More Academy Precursor Awards in 2000
On this first week of the new year, American Beauty is named Best Picture of the Year by three of the latest precursor organizations awarding honors for 1999! This week, a look at their choices.
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