GALLERY: Stars Speak For the Trees at 'The Lorax' Premiere
The Academy Bans Sacha Baron Cohen From the Oscars?
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UPDATE: Contrary to an earlier online report, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences hasn't "banned" Sacha Baron Cohen from attending the Oscars in anticipation of the actor making an appearance on the red carpet as "The Dictator," but the organization has made it clear that such publicity stunt shenanigans aren't welcome.
"We haven't banned him," an Academy spokesperson told The Hollywood Reporter. "We're just waiting to hear what he's going to do."
Deadline first reported that the "Hugo" star had been banned from attending the ceremony for fear that he would be using the red carpet as a platform to promote his upcoming comedy about a crass totalitarian leader hellbent on keeping democracy out of his country. Get More »
'Wanderlust' Nudity Is No 'Big Deal' For Jennifer Aniston
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According to Jennifer Aniston, "nude" does not qualify as "news."
Aniston and her "Wanderlust" co-star Paul Rudd appeared on MTV First to discuss their raunchy new comedy about a suddenly unemployed Manhattan couple who move to a commune inhabited by people who don't really see a need for clothing most of the time. In staying true to the film's premise, the Hollywood superstars stepped up to the plate and stripped for the camera.
Aniston's purported nude scene has been the subject of much hullabaloo in leading up to the film's release, but the "Horrible Bosses" star has waved off the scene.
"Big deal," she said. "At that point we had been shooting for two months, two-and-a-half months, and the amount of things we were asked to do that we were just, 'All right' ... at that point it was, like, putting on my shoes."
Or, rather, taking off her shoes.
You can watch the full interview with Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd (and watch them introduce an exclusive, never-before-seen clip from "Wanderlust") when MTV First: Wanderlust airs on MTV on Wednesday, Feb. 22 starting at 7:56 p.m. ET.
Jai Courtney Will 'Die Hard' With a Vengeance
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Hey guys, remember "Die Hard?" It was awesome in the '80s, cool in the '90s and not too bad in the '00s either. Well, don't look now, but it's back to conquer another decade — and it's going to do it with a vengeance.
No, Fox isn't remaking the 1995 threequel "Die Hard with a Vengeance" — but according to SlashFilm, they just tapped "Spartacus: Vengeance" star Jai Courtney to co-star opposite Bruce Willis as John McClane's son in the upcoming fifth "Die Hard" film, "A Good Day to Die Hard." Yippie-ki-yay? Get More »
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Meagan Good to Star in Whitney Houston Biopic?
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Fans of Whitney Houston may be able to see recently deceased star again sooner than they might think, even without the benefit of a trip to the other side.
"Californication" star Meagan Good told E! Online that prior to Houston's death, she and the star were in discussions to have Good play the "I Will Always Love You" singer in a film adaptation of her life. Get More »
Filed Under: Movie News | Source: E! Online
Nick Offerman and His Mustache Cast in 'Lamb Of God'
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Screenwriting efforts like "Jennifer's Body" may not have set the world on fire, but Academy Award-winner Diablo Cody was officially back in our good graces after the awesomeness that was "Young Adult."
According to The Playlist the "Juno" scribe may be winning our favor once again by casting Nick Offerman in her upcoming directorial debut, formerly titled "Lamb Of God."
It is unknown what part has been offered (get it?) to Offerman, best known to fans of NBC's "Parks & Recreation" for rocking that mustache as libertarian man's man/Parks Department head Ron Swanson. Get More »
Filed Under: Movie News | Source: The Playlist
Costume Designers Guild Honors 'Tattoo,' 'Potter,' 'W.E.'
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A cardinal rule of moviemaking has always been, "Show. Don't tell."
And no one knows this truth to be more paramount than the Costume Designers Guild — these are the people who turn Rooney Mara into Lisbeth Salander and Daniel Radcliffe into Harry Potter. In other words, they've got some serious skills that go far beyond sewing, which is why last night's Costume Designers Guild Awards brought out some of Hollywood's brightest stars to celebrate some of cinema's most eye-catching achievements. Get More »
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New James Bond Vlog Proves the Sky Is Actually Falling
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When Chicken Little runs around screaming the the sky is falling, everyone pretty much ignores her. If only she had a cool video blog featuring Daniel Craig.
Get excited, people, because the first video report from the set of the new James Bond movie "Skyfall" has just hit YouTube and while the sky may be falling, expectations are rising thanks to some sweet new clips that prove Craig is still seriously foxy loxy. Get More »
Filed Under: Movie News | Source: YouTube
Attention Citizens! Tickets to 'The Hunger Games' On Sale Now
Lionsgate
We're now officially very close to the start of the "Games."
"The Hunger Games" don't officially commence until March 23, but you can buy your tickets to one of the most anticipated movies of the year, like, right now. You don't have to wait in any line, either -- just click here to be among the first people to witness the opening of the "Games." Get More »
Cool Clicks: Toy Fair 2012 Plays 'The Hunger Games'
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How can any desk be complete without a Katniss Everdeen action figure guarding it? NECA Toys is set to unleash a ton of "Hunger Games" merchandise, including their signature style of incredible action figure goodness -- check out all of the wonderful toys on display at MTV Geek.
Speaking of "The Hunger Games," there's a relatively less violent kind of contest going on where you can win a copy of Suzanne Collins' book signed by Katniss Everdeen herself, Jennifer Lawrence! Enter for your chance to win at The Hob.
When are these guys gonna get a shot at one of those golden statues? The Playlist spotlights five actors who are overdue for an Oscar nomination: Steve Buscemi, Guy Pearce, Donald Sutherland, Jeff Daniels and John Turturro. Get More »
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Get In Shape with 'Ghost Rider' Star Idris Elba
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You know that Idris Elba is the star of "Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance." But did you also know that he's an ambassador for the upcoming London Olympics?
Elba takes his position of ambassador very seriously and believes in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He's also been concerned about all of the "fat journalists" who ask "lazy questions" that he's been encountering while doing publicity for both "Ghost Rider" and the Olympics -- enough that he's taken it on himself to start a hardcore workout and training program especially for people like MTV's own Josh Horowitz.
It's not easy to train with Idris Elba. Watch as he pushes Josh to his physical, emotional and mental limits in sprinting, wrestling and fencing on MTV After Hours.
