December 10
Because it is so quiet in Croweland, check out the funniest Twitterer around - Steve Martin (He mentions Sting and Trudi)
Related (Bale): NY Times review of The Fighter -- "...Mr. Bale’s performance is astonishing, in part because he so completely conquers a daunting set of physical and psychological challenges. Dicky is not only an addict but also an athlete in his own right, a former boxer who clings to, and endlessly relives, a single moment of glory. He tells everyone who will listen that he once knocked down Sugar Ray Leonard, and while the facts of the episode are in dispute, his pugilistic skill and intelligence are never in doubt."
The closest The Fighter review gets to mentioning Cinderella Man, but not by name: "But the inevitable comparisons arise only in retrospect, when it settles down into the company of “Rocky” and “Raging Bull” and other very good (and Best Picture-nominated) boxing pictures."
December 9
Russell was mentioned in 30 Rock by Dot.com.....tonight
NY Times: The Carpetbagger -- The Return of the Smear Campaign -- Remember what happened when rivals tried to torpedo “A Beautiful Mind” by circulating anti-Semitic comments made by the person the film was based on? Four little gold men, including one for best picture, came to the rescue.
The Herald Sun: Russell Crowe's a real big Spender -- RUSSELL Crowe is on the verge of closing a deal to buy the family home of former Australian ambassador to France John Spender and his ex-wife Carla Zampatti. - Thanks, Steph
December 7
Variety: Big Tuna' reels in screenwriter Turner -- Michael Mann's project centers on Chicago mob --- [ed note: If wishes could come true - for Russell - See Bold Face: Separately, Mann has also been eyeing a medieval pic about the bloody battle of Agincourt, between England and France, based on Bernard Cornwell's bestseller "Agincourt." The 1415 battle was immortalized by William Shakespeare in "Henry V." Another is a biopic of WWII photographer Robert Capa.]
The AP: Disney's 'Tron' movie reverse-ages Jeff Bridges -- LOS ANGELES – Hollywood has famously had better luck using makeup to make young actors look old — like Russell Crowe in "A Beautiful Mind" — than making old actors look young. But the ability to manipulate images digitally could prove to be a fountain of youth for actors getting long in the tooth....Head alterations have happened, too. Helena Bonham Carter had an oversized cranium as the Red Queen in this year's "Alice in Wonderland," and the late Oliver Reed's face was put on a body double after he died during the shooting of "Gladiator," released in 2000.
eBay [older]: Australian Sunday magazine, 31 January 2010 issue, features RUSSELL CROWE'S wife DANIELLE SPENCER on the cover and in 3 page "True Calling - after marrying her Hollywood hero, Danielle Spencer put her music on hold as she feathered the Crowe family's nest. now the songstress is spreading her wings" story with 4 photos, 1 is full page - Thanks, Steph
The Scotsman: National Museum sets sail with the real Scots Master and Commander - Thanks, Steph
Aceshowbiz: Russell Crowe Successfully Makes Fox Consider About 'Master and Commander 2' - In a post on Twitter.com, the representative writes, "Getting a lot of tweets about Master & Commander sequel, I'll look into it (I'd love one, too, but as you all know a LOT goes into it.)" Thanks, Steph
The LA Times: Russell Crowe mounts a one-man sequel campaign - Thanks, Allison
Thanks to Allison and obsessedwithfilm.com -- Tom Rothman's contact info:
20th Century Fox Theatricals
ATTN: Tom Rothman (Master and Commander 2)
P.O. Box 900
Beverly Hills, CA 90213-0900
foxmovies@fox.com
The Huffington Post: The Biggest Blockbusters of 2010 (Video) - Thanks, Allison
From Mary at TLC: We have put the special featurette from the Target Bonus disc on the first page of TRC.
December 6
Perez Hilton: Russell Crowe Starts Unnecessary Twitter Campaign For Master And Commander 2 - Thanks, Steph
Eileen (@eileeninga on Twitter), has started a Facebook page for an M&C sequel - Thanks, Barbiecat
Cinema Blend: Russell Crowe Asks Fans To Demand A Master And Commander Sequel - A few minutes ago Russell used Twitter to deliver this message: "If you want a Master and Commander sequel I suggest you e-mail Tom Rothman at Fox and let him know your thoughts" - Thanks, Steph (Fox at Twitter)
Let's wish Charlie Crowe a happy 7th birthday on December 21 -- HERE
SMH: Mundine attacks NRL over Inglis deal hold-up - Thanks, Allison
December 5
All Media Scotland: Film Star Congratulates Scots Fort Charity - Thanks, Kris C
Pittsburgh Tribune Review: Pittsburgh-made films include some gems - "The Next Three Days" (2010) won't win any Oscars, but it's an extremely tight, surprisingly thoughtful thriller -- and one that really uses Pittsburgh scenery to its fullest. - Thanks, Kris C
The SMH Rugby News: (Scroll) YOU CAN'T PICK YOUR FANS -- AMERICAN Gabe Watson, otherwise known as the ''Honeymoon Killer'', would not appear to be an appropriate subject on this page - but his frequent appearances in jail and now in the United States in Souths gear is curious, to say the least. Perhaps he is angling for Russell Crowe to play him in a movie and this is his way of getting Crowe's attention. No one wears the Souths clobber better or with more pride than Crowe. ''I have noticed Gabe Watson wearing the gear and we've thought it is pretty odd,'' Souths boss Shane Richardson said. ''I checked if he is a member and he isn't. I don't know if he is wanting Russell's attention, but really it is the kind of publicity we can live without.'' - Thanks, Kris C
December 4
The Toronto Sun - subject: cigarettes: Is Crowe stressing out Haggis? - Thanks, Avril
The Daily Telegraph au: Crowe subject of NRL cap probe ("But the Hollywood star sent us [The Telegraph] an email on Friday, sounding anything but concerned. "The author of the email below is a chronic conspiracy theorist and you should do your own due diligence regarding the individual before taking anything he writes about with any level of seriousness," Crowe said. "His antics are well known at Souths. Every connection he makes is untrue and the product of imagination only. "Have a great weekend.") - Thanks, Steph
From Darrin: The link to her main entry page
December 3
From the past - Crowe Haikus
SMH: Choc to do a Rusty and move to US - Thanks, Steph, Gayle-Lynne
Stirling Observer: HOLLYWOOD megastar Russell Crowe this week heaped praise on a heritage group’s attempts to bring a medieval site in the Fintry hills to life. The Oscar-winner’s congratulations came following the news that volunteers behind the Clanranald Trust have completed a three-year project to construct a 420-metre replica circular fort wall on the hallowed plot at DunCarron. - Thanks, Steph
American Consumer News: “Robin Hood (Unrated Director’s Cut) [2010]” Now Available on the iTunes Movie Store -- The title is available as a rental for $3.99 and can be purchased for $14.99. A preview of the movie is also available on Apple’s website. - Thanks, Steph
December 2
From Mary at TRC: We have added about a dozen videos to TRC - the blog post and list of vids in the sidebar is here --- Also maxi has sent us the scans from the Script magazine interview with Paul Haggis, and they are located at the bottom of this page
Alt Film Guide: Box Office - Next in line (#8) was Paul Haggis-Russell Crowe's The Next Three Days with $399k. - Thanks, Allison
Hey You Guys: Two New Exclusive Images for The Next Three Days - Thanks, Allison
December 1
Three Articles from the archives: Cinematography -- Cinefile -- NY Times 2001
The Hamilton Spectator: After the fire, Mark’s house still rises -- Alan Doyle and two of his band members are on the front page of the Hamilton Spectator today and the article is on the inside. It's a heartwarming story about how the Great Big Sea helped to re-build a house for one of their friends. - Thanks, Helga
Another From The Past - My visit to the set of American Gangster in Harlem
The SMH: Kylie slithers down the rich list --- Crowe, who ranked fourth in 2009, when he earned $25 million, has apparently dropped out of the Top 10 completely, taking in just $8.6 million in 2010. But don't expect to see Kylie at your local soup kitchen any time soon, and pray Russell doesn't start busking outside his palatial residence on Woolloomooloo's Finger Wharf. The explanation for their falls lies with their schedules and how BRW ranks entertainers' incomes. - Thanks, Steph
From Judy: The Charlie Rose interview with Russell is available as an audiobook on iTunes for $3.95. Search for Russell and it is the Charlie Rose listing erroneously shown as May 18, 2010 but the correct date November 18, 2010 is shown when you click on the item itself. There are also a number of free podcasts available: audios of the November 18 Dennis Miller Show, AJ in the Morning from November 19 and others; videos of an interview from Flicks, Live from the Red Carpet, etc.
The Daily Mail (Scroll to James J. Braddock) - The proposed re-release of Cinderella Man comes as a cinematic reminder that it was James J Braddock, not Sylvester Stallone, who was the real Rocky. Russell Crowe's portrayal of Braddock in Ron Howard's 2005 movie gave a wider audience than the fraternity of the ring an insight into the brutal reality of boxing, as opposed to the over-exaggerated theatricals of the Rocky series. -Thanks, Steph
To come -- The 2011 Tour pages
The Daily Beast: (Twitter-celebrity-related) - Twitter's TV Wars --- Twitter should be a tool for audiences to interact with the talent behind their favorite shows—instead, anonymous users heap abuse onto writer-producers for ruining "their" shows. By Jace Lacob.
November 30
From the past - My report on the TOFOG concert at the Ethical Culture Society in NYC
Russell in the LA Times 11/29/2010 - Russell Crowe in eclipse: How Hollywood celebrity has changed -- Thanks, Frances
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