August 31
The Telegraph au: Minor premiership battle between South Sydney Rabbitohs and Sydney Roosters built for Hollywood - Thanks, Steph
August 30
Twitter: Darren Aronofsky: Twit Pic - Emma Watson, and look at the monitor to her left -- Mr Noah! - Thanks, CGee
Rabbitohs Beat Tigers to Set Up Friday Night Blockbuster - From CGee: "What an unexpedidly tough, emotional game this was. The first half saw Souths on the back foot with the Tigers roaring ahead with three quick trys. Souths settled down and with Reynolds and Farrell scoring, at the half it was 18-12 Tigers leading. After what looked like quite spirited halftime talk from Coach Maguire, Souths came out, got down to business with trys from Sam, Nathan and finally Luke Burgess, Souths fans could breathe a sigh of relieve as they get the win 32-18! It was just so cool to see all four brothers on the field in the waning moments of the game! Mom Julie Burgess was beside herself when Luke scored and it was wonderful to see her celebrating with her sons after the game!"
if.com: Casting underway for Cate Blanchett's Blackbird -- "...Mason is also producing The Water Diviner, a WW1 drama to be directed by Russell Crowe, for Hopscotch Features, in which he’s partnered with Troy Lum and John Collie. [...] It's scheduled to shoot in November." - Thanks, Steph
August 29
The beginning: a new page on The Water Diviner
Russell Crowe @russellcrowe1h History will be made tonight . Luke, Sam, Tom and George Burgess all named for @SSFCRABBITOHS v Tigers. Allianz 7.30 see you there!!!
HBO Go: Les Mis sneak preview
Popwatch EW: Summer Movie Awards: Vote for your favorites! - thanks, Allison
And thanks to everyone who wished me a happy 81st yesterday!
August 28
Russell Crowe @russellcrowe22m Allianz stadium Friday night for South Sydney v Tigers? @SSFCRABBITOHS @theburrow38 History in the making 4 Burgess's on the field
August 27
The New Zealand Herald: 4 Burgess brothers included in Souths NRL team - Thanks, Ellen
Celebrity Baby Scoop: Russell on The Water Diviner: "He said of the story, “It was a love at first page experience. There is a perspective in this movie that hasn’t been seen cinematically before and it’s deeply rooted in Australian culture. That’s really compelling for me — that here is this thing we think we know, but we only know it from our point of view. As one of the characters in this story says: “You invaded us. We didn’t invade you.” We have this whole culture grown up of heroism, centered around Gallipoli. And this experience has shaped Australia, shaped New Zealand. But we have never stood back to look at it from the Turkish perspective.”"
"And he shal com with woundes rede
To deme the quikke and the dede..." John Myrc's Instructions for Parish Priests
Elmore Leonard Wrote Great Opening Lines. Here Are All Of Them.
E! on line: NEWS/ Bryan Cranston Reportedly Cast as Lex Luthor in Man of Steel Sequel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt Talks Ben Affleck as Batman - It seems Bryan Cranston may have nabbed quite the role in the planned Man of Steelsequel—none other than that of Superman's arch nemesis Lex Luthor. According to Cosmic Book News, theBreaking Bad star has not only landed the part, but the deal could find him appearing in at least six films (and as many as 10) as the villian. - Thanks, Allison
Live Stream: Tigers vs. Rabbitohs - Fri Aug 30, 2013 5:35am EDT — Fri Aug 30, 2013 8:52am EDT
August 26
Herald Sun: Russell Crowe shares the love for a blue performer or three - Thanks, Steph
Thanks to TRC & Max Crowe -- (Source: Radio interview on WPLJ, New York From Maximum Crowe) - From TRC's August Calendar - August 28 2001:
SS: We got a note from Mary Murphy, who lives in Ridgewood. Said she runs a web site - over 2,000 visitors a day - and "I've been running a series of fan reports from all of the concerts across the country. I'm going to be 69 years old [Russell giggles] and I can't make it to the concert. If you could mention my birthday to Russell, I would be so grateful."
PS: Ahhhhh. That's so sweet. (Laughs)
Russell: How ya doing, Mary.
SS: He should know the site as Murph's Place.
Russell: Ahhhh yes. Murph's Place . . .
SS: So you actually check out these fan loca . . . (laughter in background)
Russell: That's a very, very interesting site. (more laughter) All dj's Yeah. Yeah, it is. Beautiful. All right.
SS: Should I describe the hand gestures?
PS: (laughing) Yeah, it's very . . . this is a visual moment. TP If you want to die, I guess you could. (More laughter)
Russell: I think, uh, she was a little sick lately, so she's, I hope she's feeling better.
SS: Yeah, she is.
PS: And happy birthday.
SS: She had an eye operation there going.
Russell: Did she? It was an eye operation?
Variety: Russell Crowe Eyes Starring Role in ‘Water Diviner’ - Thanks, Allison
Related: 1997 NY Times interview with Julie Harris and Christopher Plummer (A Beautiful Mind, The Insider) STAGE VIEW; When These Two Chat, an Era Is Speaking
August 24
LA Times: Meet the wigmaker of Tom Cruise, Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio [and Russell Crowe] - Thanks, Ellen
August 23
Russell at the Bulldogs Match 8-23:
Variety: MOS sequel: Ben Affleck Is the New Batman - Directed by “Man of Steel” filmmaker Zack Snyder, the Batman-Superman feature will open worldwide on July 17, 2015, with Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Diane Lane reprising their roles. - Thanks, Allison
From Nicole: "We saw very strong Bunnies tonight in spite of a comme-back from the Canterburry Bulldogs in the second half. The Rabbitohs opened the score with a lovely try of Dylan Farrell and scored twice in the first 20mn. Great attack & defence.The first half was nearly Souths one, our boys leading 14-0 at one stage.But the Bulldogs scored 3mn before the end. In the second half the Bulldogs woke up and were dangerous coming back closer & closer, Souths still 4 points ahead thanks to a great defence. We saw beautiful actions from the Rabbitohs, two lovely tries from Issac Luke & Goodwin involving many players of our team each time, among them Greg Inglis as always. Adam Reynolds converted all the tries. At the end the Bulldogs behave badly with dangerous tackles leading to penalies in Souths favour. Rabbitohs won 28-20 at ANZ Stadium tonight. The Burrow brought the noise in the stadium and Russell attended the game. You couls see on his face he was enjoying it! Only two games before the finals. Glory Glory to South Sydney. Tonight we saw a great team!"
NY Times Obit: Ron Motley, Who Tackled Big Tobacco, Dies at 68 - "...Mr. Motley’s advocacy in those cases earned him a moment of fame in Hollywood’s version of the tobacco wars: the movie “The Insider,” about the whistle-blower Jeffrey S. Wigand. Mr. Motley was played by Bruce McGill, and his bellowed “Wipe that smirk off your face!” to a tobacco industry lawyer stands out as a moment of high drama in the film. (Russell Crowe played Mr. Wigand.)"
rabbitohs.com.au: Rabbits Defeat Dogs in Thriller - 28-20
August 22
NY Times: Elmore Leonard: A Man of Few, Yet Perfect, Words - "...There are good movies adapted from Leonard novels (“Out of Sight,” “52 Pick-Up,” “3:10 to Yuma,” filmed twice), but they don’t beat their sources."
Online auction - House of El Jersey signed by Russell Crowe, Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill - Thanks, Steph
August 21
The Coffs Coast Advocate: Russell Crowe to cut directing debut on war film - Thanks, Steph
News on The Water Diviner and other stuff from Russell at Twitter
August 20
Digital Spy: Warner Bros will release the Colin Farrell fantasy film Winter's Tale in the US early next year. The fantasy stars Colin Farrell, Will Smith, Russell Crowe and Jennifer Connelly, and is to open in US cinemas on February 14, 2014.
Comic Book Movie: Amen! 6 New NOAH Images With Anthony Hopkins & Jennifer Connelly
Elmore Leonard dies [3:10 to Yuma]- The NY Times obit - Thanks, barbiecat
Remember to share with us if you attended the Chicago Concert 10 years ago
Visit my Crowe page at Facebook
August 19
The Wrap: Casting Society's Awards Nominate 'Argo,' 'Silver Linings Playbook' - and 'Oz the Great and Powerful' - Les Mis - Big Budget Feature – Drama - Thanks, Allison
The Telegraph au: South Sydney CEO Shane Richardson says Rabbitohs co-owner Russell Crowe will remain with club
August 18
If you attended the TOFOG concert in Chicago 10 years ago yesterday, tell us about it HERE in the comments section
From Jeannine: A friend and I are pleased to announce the opening of our new website:www.imagine-maximus.com which focuses on "Gladiator" with much unseen material we have collected through the years. We hope fans will enjoy wandering through our archive.
[ed note: And you are welcome to revisit my site for Gladiator, stressing the history of the film] --
and from Jo at Libriscrowe - All The "Ben" caps
Condé Nast Traveler: This is the Pho That Won Over Russell Crowe - Thanks, Ellen
Battering ram on its way to the fort at Duncarron, thanks to Russell
singing "What's Her Name" - Hobbs 2003
August 17
Speaking of Chicago 10 years ago, here is an interview on WXRT Chicago - Thanks to Max Crowe
From CGee: Thought you might want to mention on your news page that today is the 10th anniversary of Tofog taking the stage at the Chicago House of Blues! It was an incredible week of concerts and a wonderful memory of when fans from all over the world gathered together to enjoy some fun and hear some great music! I really appreciate that Russell recently released some official videos done by SSM that captured that moment in time that was Tofog, 2003!
Be My Lover - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpSlyfxWUwk
Painted Veil - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6g1VNo2hRY
What's Her Name - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zCVUnOILF8
August 16
The Wrap: Akiva Goldsman's 'Winter's Tale' to Open on Valentine's Day - Thanks, Ellen, Judy
From CGee: "This was a great, tough game of footy! In the first half South's attack wasn't clicking, and Manly held a 10-6 lead. But it's the little things finally going right that made the second half what it was. Adam Reynolds kicking game went from good to brilliant. GI found his rhythm in passing and scored one try and saved two other. The young players Luke Keary, Dylan Walker and Dylan Farrell came on and provided a spark of inspiration with the latter two player combining for a beautiful try. It's Issac playing hard and smart at dummy half and Nathan Merritt getting his 150th try in this 'Close the Gap' round! Souths found the winning combination of scoring points on the back of a tenacious defense that denied Manly any points in the second half. It was a team victory that we needed as the season dwindles and the finals loom on the horizon. South Sydney defeats Manly Sea Eagles 22-10"
Rabbits Defeat Manly in Gritty Win -- National Rugby League is broadcasting live video on Rabbitohs vs. Sea Eagles
August 15
The Stirling Observer: Fort displays Russell Crowe gift - Thanks, AllisonAugust 14
Related: Darren Aronofsky In Talks For Fox Espionage Tale ‘Red Sparrow’ - Deadline -- Red Sparrow at Kindle
At 10:30 EDT this AM, 3:10 To Yuma will be on USA Network - You can watch it any time on Amazon Instant Vid
About the ACMF - Narrated by Russell Crowe - Thanks, Steph
August 13
FilmBuff will release the wine documentary Obsession narrated by Russell Crowe on Sept 6 on VoD with exclusive theatrical engagements (From Screen Daily) - Thanks, Steph
Treat yourself to an oldie - Breaking Up at Amazon Instant Vid
August 12
The Telegraph au: Just like dad, in manner of speaking - Crowe boys greet the neighbours (and that's Charlie in the sun glasses, not Tenny, as the captions say)
Livestream: Rabbitohs vs. Sea Eagles - Friday August 16 8:15 AM EDT
Female First: Best Actor/Director Partnerships: Russell Crowe & Ridley Scott - Thanks, Allison
Music Recommendations from RC at Twitter: Russell Crowe @russellcrowe1h@hendosan_ian Have a look around for Oak and Gorski. Also check out Skylar Grey album
August 10
How about a picture?
August 9
National Rugby League is broadcasting live video on Storm vs. Rabbitohs. Game is over, Rabbitohs lose: From CGee: "It wasn't the start we wanted, the Storm came out strong, capitilazed on our errors to score a couple of trys but at the end of the half, we got the try we needed to go into the sheds trailing 14-6. Souths came out fighting and determined in second half but couldn't find any points save a penalty kick. After an injury timeout, the Storm regathered themselves and the momentum swung their way. In spite of the final score, Souths can take firm positives away that they can build on in the final games of the season. Melbourne Storm defeat the South Sydney Rabbitohs 26-8."August 7
Livestream: NRL event - Rabbitohs vs Storm - Friday August 9 (EDT)
August 5
Access Hollywood: Man Of Steel Sequel: Ryan Gosling, Josh Brolin & Joe Manganiello All Batman Contenders (Report) - Thanks, Allison
August 4
You Tube: Lots of TOFOG to watch
From CGee: "Today is the 13th anniversary of the first TOFOG concert in Austin 2000 if you want to mention it on your news page. I'm tweeting some links on Russell's timeline to some YouTube excerpts from Texas and some links to fan reviews of the concerts as well as generally reminiscing about the shows. I really wish that just once more we could see the guys on stage playing some of these great songs again! Who knows if it will ever happen, but now I'm so glad they made Texas to celebrate that moment in time!"
Here are some links: Things Have Got to Change vid
Fan reviews: At Maximum Crowe -- Press reviews
Crowe Calendar for August - TRC
August 3
Some rare behind-the-scenes images from “Romper Stomper” - Thanks, Judy
Rabbitohs lose - From CGee: "It was a hard game to watch. The Cowboys, who have struggled all season, found their footing tonight. Souths who never seemed to get into gear, spent an inordinate amount of time all game defending, couldn't find any points until the waning minutes of the game. The game was further marred by a serious injury to John Sutton. Full credit to NQL, they played good determined footy to win, 30-12. We will rebound from this, Coach Maguire has his work cut out for him, because we have a challenging end of the season" - Rabbitohs Sink to Fourth Loss against Cowboys 30-12
August 2
Re The Water Diviner: "Usually I find it impossible to trace the seed of an idea but with The Water Diviner it’s easy. No light globes, no cries of ‘eureka’ from the bathtub. Instead it’s a line in a diary – an unremarkable, broken sentence dashed off in April 1920 by a very busy Australian soldier. “One old chap managed to get here from Australia, looking for his son’s grave; we looked after him and he’s pushed off to Italy now.”
Andrew Anastasios Blog (Co-writer of The Water Diviner)
The Age: Russell on The Water Diviner: ''I don't intend to make a film unless I have completely final cut. Unless I have absolute say over the cast and all of these things that other people think that they’re experts in, but they’re f---ing not.” With principal crew such as a Director of Photography and a First Assistant Director locked in, the sticking point is the cast. “We’re engaged in this thing at the moment where you’re requested to cast to a menu. My vibe on that is I know what is required from each of these actors and I would choose to have a brilliant, breathtaking performance rather than somebody who is there for the convenience of a marquee [name].” [Keith Rodger is co-producing the film - Article from June 2013 in The Australian]
Reminder: Cowboys vs Rabbitohs on Livestream - Aug 3, 2013 5:30am EDT — Sat Aug 3, 2013 8:26am EDT
SMH: Robert De Niro's Tribeca nod to Aussie film Red Obsession (Russell narrates)
Russell Crowe @russellcrowe 11h - I've had a great week in Turkey, watched 22 or so Turkish language movies, met some great actors, saw Edirne and Cappadocia. What a place.
Russell Crowe @russellcrowe 11h Have you seen The Dream of a Butterfly the movie by Yilmaz Erdogan ? Beautiful movie. - [Trailer below thanks to CGee]
My favorite Crowe Film? The Insider. Tell us yours HERE
August 1
The Guardian: Warren Zevon: the man behind the demons
Chicago Sun-Times: Interview w/Logan Lerman: Q. What was it like to do “Noah?” --- A. It’s a crazy movie. I play Ham, Noah’s middle son. I don’t want to give too much away. But I can tell you it’s a dark, big, epic movie and everything you’d want from a Darren Aronofsky movie. And it was good working with Russell [Crowe]. He was great to me. - Thanks, Allison
Russell Crowe @russellcrowe23h This is where I am pic.twitter.com/THqHRgk4DB
My favorite Crowe Film? The Insider. Tell us yours HERE