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In pictures: The Screening Room in Oz

Kitsch is the magic ingredient in Australian comedy

"Hey, Hey It's Esther Blueburger" is the latest comic creation to emerge from the Australian film market.

Cameras still rolling despite strike concerns

On-location movie shoots are on the rise in Los Angeles, California despite repeated warnings from Hollywood studios that the possibility of an actors strike had stalled moviemaking, a permitting group said Wednesday.

'Hello Dolly!' inspires 'Wall-E' romance

Jerry Herman, eyes welling with tears, could hardly believe what he was hearing as he watched the new animated blockbuster "Wall-E."

Brinkley spouse had sex with teen, paid her $300K

A $300,000 payoff to a teenage mistress. Thousands of dollars worth of online porn. Extramarital trysts in the office and his supermodel wife's Hamptons homes.

Could Heath Ledger really win an Oscar?

Jack Nicholson's Joker was a blast. Heath Ledger's Joker is as dark and anarchic a figure as Randle McMurphy in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," the role that brought Nicholson his first Academy Award.

Doctor: Jolie twins may be weeks away

Angelina Jolie's doctor says her twins may take a few more weeks to arrive.

TMZ allowed to repost 'Mini Me' sex tape

The woman in a sex tape featuring Verne Troyer -- best known for his role in the "Austin Powers" movies -- says she allowed celebrity Web site TMZ to broadcast snippets of the tape.

Tatum O'Neal pleads guilty to disorderly conduct

Tatum O'Neal has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct in connection with her June cocaine possession arrest in lower Manhattan.

Review: 'Hancock' turns into a train wreck

Train wrecks are intrinsically spectacular, and Will Smith's new movie offers a doozy. Two of them, in fact.

In pictures: The Screening Room in Oz

Kitsch is the magic ingredient in Australian comedy

"Hey, Hey It's Esther Blueburger" is the latest comic creation to emerge from the Australian film market.

Cameras still rolling despite strike concerns

On-location movie shoots are on the rise in Los Angeles, California despite repeated warnings from Hollywood studios that the possibility of an actors strike had stalled moviemaking, a permitting group said Wednesday.

'Hello Dolly!' inspires 'Wall-E' romance

Jerry Herman, eyes welling with tears, could hardly believe what he was hearing as he watched the new animated blockbuster "Wall-E."

Brinkley spouse had sex with teen, paid her $300K

A $300,000 payoff to a teenage mistress. Thousands of dollars worth of online porn. Extramarital trysts in the office and his supermodel wife's Hamptons homes.

Could Heath Ledger really win an Oscar?

Jack Nicholson's Joker was a blast. Heath Ledger's Joker is as dark and anarchic a figure as Randle McMurphy in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," the role that brought Nicholson his first Academy Award.

Doctor: Jolie twins may be weeks away

Angelina Jolie's doctor says her twins may take a few more weeks to arrive.

TMZ allowed to repost 'Mini Me' sex tape

The woman in a sex tape featuring Verne Troyer -- best known for his role in the "Austin Powers" movies -- says she allowed celebrity Web site TMZ to broadcast snippets of the tape.

Tatum O'Neal pleads guilty to disorderly conduct

Tatum O'Neal has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct in connection with her June cocaine possession arrest in lower Manhattan.

Review: 'Hancock' turns into a train wreck

Train wrecks are intrinsically spectacular, and Will Smith's new movie offers a doozy. Two of them, in fact.

"Mamma Mia!" Photos from the red carpet

The latest movie clips from Down Under

Here are a selection of clips from some of the latest movies to come out of Australia -- a country set to become a global over-achiever in the movie-making field.

Will Smith: 'I was scared' of flying

Will Smith may have beaten up aliens in "Independence Day," taken a punch in "Ali" and even suffered at the hands of love in "Hitch," but he draws the line at flying.

Report: Jolie in hospital to give birth

Brangelina's twins aren't here yet, but the big day is drawing closer.

Hip hooray for S-R-K

It takes a savvy film star to invest in the only business that's keeping audiences away from cinemas. In the case of India's biggest Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan that's cricket.

Actors guild: Members, continue working

The Screen Actors Guild told its 122,000 members to stay on the job even as the union failed to reach a deal with film and television studios before their contract expired early Tuesday.

SAG president: Stop that strike talk

The Screen Actors Guild has told its 122,000 members to stay on the job even if the union fails to reach a deal with film and television studios before their contract expires at midnight Monday.

'Wall-E' outguns Jolie at box office

A lonely little robot made millions of friends during the weekend -- and even outgunned Angelina Jolie.

Luhrmann brings down Red Curtain with new epic

Baz Luhrmann is the type of director for whom the word innovative was invented.

SAG president: Stop that strike talk

The head of the Screen Actors Guild doesn't want to hear the s-word as a deadline for contract expiration looms.

Australia's Stolen Generation finds its voice

It may lack the prestige of Cannes, but this year's Sydney Film Festival was an equally glitzy and glamorous affair, attracting some Hollywood heavyweights.

A first look at 'The Dark Knight'

The buzz over Heath Ledger's performance as the Joker in "The Dark Knight" for the last several months was justified. With his final full film role, Ledger delivers what may be remembered as the finest performance of his career.

Report: 'Kill Bill' star Uma Thurman engaged

Uma Thurman, star of the "Kill Bill" thrillers and "My Super Ex-Girlfriend," will marry financier Arpad "Arki" Busson, according to a report Friday in the New York Daily News.

TMZ removes Verne Troyer sex tape from site

A 25-second snippet of video showing actor Verne Troyer and a former girlfriend having sex, available online over the past couple of days, is all the world will see of the tape -- for now.

The Screening Room's Top 10 horrific movie moments

Demons, ghouls and buckets of blood: For decades, filmmakers have delighted in terrorizing their audiences -- and we love them for it.

'Toy Story' studio keeps raising the bar

Pixar's new film, "Wall-E," concerns a robot collecting garbage on an abandoned earth. One of its characters is a cockroach. And -- oh, yeah -- it has no dialogue for its first 30 minutes.

Review: 'Wall-E' is a classic

The most consistent production unit in Hollywood just hit another home run.

Aussie director delivers with Tasmanian horror

Cannibalism, Tasmanian tigers and a good dose of Australian humor: These are the ingredients of the latest film from down under, the intriguingly titled "Dying Breed."

Welcome to Aussiewood

When it comes to making movies, Australia would appear to have it all.

'Dark Knight' adds tribute to Ledger

Heath Ledger is getting a fond tribute from his collaborators on "The Dark Knight."

Judge finalizes Bill Murray divorce

Bill Murray and his wife of nearly 11 years are divorced.

'Toy Story' studio keeps raising the bar

Pixar's new film, "Wall-E," concerns a robot collecting garbage on an abandoned earth. One of its characters is a cockroach. And -- oh, yeah -- it has no dialogue for its first 30 minutes.

Israelis flattered by 'Zohan'

In Zohan Dvir, Israelis have a Hollywood hero -- no matter that the soldier-turned-hairstylist played by Adam Sandler represents some of their country's worst stereotypes.

Stars, relatives honor special-effects wizard

Friends, relatives and show-business colleagues gathered Sunday to remember Oscar-winning special-effects maestro Stan Winston, the man responsible for bringing the dinosaurs of "Jurassic Park" and other notable movie creatures to life.

McConaughey photographer claims assault by surfers

A paparazzo trying to photograph Matthew McConaughey at the beach told police he was attacked by a mob of surfers who threw his camera in the ocean.

'Get Smart' debuts at No. 1 at box office

Audiences still get Maxwell Smart.

Review: 'Get Smart' funny, some of the time

Forty-three years ago, Mel Brooks and Buck Henry hatched a show about a not-so-smart intelligence agent constantly confounded by his own incompetence.

'Get Smart' stars tell all

Steve Carell did not necessarily see the Maxwell Smart in himself.

AFI names top 100

Snow White, Dorothy Gale, the HAL 9000 computer, Charles Chaplin's Little Tramp and Marlon Brando's Godfather share top billing among the American Film Institute's best genre movies.

Lucas' new film focuses on Tuskegee Airmen

The black airmen whose lives will be the basis of a George Lucas movie know the picture will highlight their record of successfully escorting thousands of U.S. bombers in World War II.

Shyamalan calls 'The Happening' the best B movie ever

Director M. Night Shyamalan knows what scares moviegoers.

'The Incredible Hulk' triumphs at box office

"The Incredible Hulk" was a box-office bruiser, yanking in $54.5 million over opening weekend and laying to rest the stigma of his unappreciated big-screen adventure five years ago.

Effects guru Stan Winston dies at 62

Hollywood special-effects maestro Stan Winston has died at age 62.

'Hulk' actor: 'It's not a party'

William Hurt doesn't suffer fools.

Rome diocese bans 'Angels & Demons' filming

Rome's diocese said Monday it has barred the producers of "Angels & Demons" from filming in two churches for the prequel to the "The Da Vinci Code," the popular book and film that angered many Catholic leaders.

Review: 'Hulk' an action-packed pleasure

Imagine Jason Bourne in stretchy pants. That's the basic idea in Marvel's relaunch for Stan Lee's Jekyll-and-Hyde character, "The Incredible Hulk."

Review: 'The Happening' ain't happening

Something in the air is turning normal people into self-destructive crazies prone to flinging themselves off buildings and blowing their brains out.

Aniston, Jolie to meet head-to-head at box office

Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston are sharing a play date.

Daniel Craig suffers minor injury on Bond set

Agent 007 still has all of his digits.

Review: 'Dirty Harry' collection can make your day

I know what you're thinking. "Did he see all five films in this box set or only four?" Truthfully, in all the excitement, I kind of lost track.

Liv Tyler: Swift 'Hulk' offer a big surprise

Liv Tyler doesn't like to be bothered by her agents at night. But it's a good thing she took their call pitching her "The Incredible Hulk."

Friend: Paul Newman is battling cancer

Paul Newman, who has recently appeared gaunt in photos and dropped plans to direct a play in his Connecticut hometown, is battling cancer, his longtime neighbor and business partner said Wednesday.

If you're a celebrity, it's good to be in France

Perhaps Brangelina chose southern France for its blue skies, vineyards and the availability of an estate with a moat. But there's another reason the world's most famous expecting couple was smart to come here: French law is tough on paparazzi, especially when it comes to snapping photos of children.

Harry Potter prequel fetches $50K for charity

An 800-word prequel to the blockbuster Harry Potter novel series fetched nearly $50,000 Tuesday for a writer's group and dyslexia charity.

Scholarship created in honor of Heath Ledger

Heath Ledger was known for giving aspiring Australian actors a hand in Hollywood. Now, an Australian film organization has established a scholarship fund in the late actor's name to continue those efforts.

Fictional 'Sex' book inspires demand

A consumer alert for the millions who have seen the feature film version of "Sex and the City": There is no such book as "Love Letters of Great Men," from which Carrie Bradshaw reads while in bed with her beloved Mr. Big.

Wong Kar-wai to head Shanghai film festival jury

Hong Kong director Wong Kar-wai will head the jury at the Shanghai International Film Festival, which will be held June 14-22.

Jessica Alba gives birth to baby girl

Jessica Alba and her husband Cash Warren are new parents.

Cattrall puts sex on the menu at food awards

Is there anything sexier than food?

'Kung Fu Panda' masters box office

Jack Black's Po the panda outgunned Adam Sandler's Zo the hairdresser.

Review: Another 'Mess' from Sandler

Back in his Monty Python days, Michael Palin triumphed as a violence-prone barber who hates cutting hair and dreams of becoming a lumberjack -- a lumberjack who dresses in women's clothing.

'Wonderful Life' actor Bob Anderson dies

Bob Anderson, who played the young George Bailey in the Christmas classic "It's a Wonderful Life," has died. He was 75.

The Screening Room at Cannes

The Screening Room Xtra: Cannes

Like a fine baguette on the Croissette, "The Screening Room" is about to become longer, fresher and crisper as we launch a new monthly show -- "The Screening Room Xtra."

Review: 'Panda' is bear-ly good

Ever since Robin Williams' turn as the Genie in "Aladdin," voice artists who specialize in character work for animated movies have been sidelined by celebrities, no doubt tickled to do something they can show to their children.

The best version of Jack Black

Finding his inner panda was not too much of a stretch for Jack Black. All it took was finding the essence of his inner Jack.

Jolie confidants: 'ET' knew twins source fake

"Entertainment Tonight" aired a story about the birth of Angelina Jolie's twins despite being repeatedly told beforehand that the report was based on information from someone impersonating Jolie's assistant, according to documents and two people with knowledge of the exchange.

You either love or hate my movies, says Tarantino

Editor's note: Watch Tarantino talking about the making of "Pulp Fiction" on The Screening Room podcast. To receive regular movie podcasts subscribe here.

Shanghai film festival: Go away, Sharon Stone

The backlash in China against Sharon Stone continued Wednesday as the Shanghai International Film Festival said the American actress was not welcome at this year's event.

'X-Files' star is pregnant

Gillian Anderson and her boyfriend, Mark Griffiths, are expecting their second child this fall, her manager, Connie Freiberg, said Wednesday.

Actor-director Mel Ferrer dies at 90

Mel Ferrer, the tall, darkly handsome star of such classic films as "Lili," "War and Peace" and "The Sun Also Rises," as well as producer and director of movies starring his then-wife, Audrey Hepburn, died Monday at age 90.

Tatum O'Neal: Drug arrest 'saved' me

Tatum O'Neal told a newspaper columnist she is grateful to the New York City police officers who busted her for cocaine and saved her from herself.

Brigitte Bardot convicted in race case

A Paris court on Tuesday convicted Brigitte Bardot of provoking discrimination and racial hatred for writing that Muslims are destroying France.

'Entertainment Tonight' stands by Jolie story

The birth of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's twins is turning into the type of mystery that might make a good movie one day.

The men brave enough for 'Sex'

Shopping bags line the aisles. Heels click on the sticky floors. Gaggles of girls pose for pictures.

Tatum O'Neal released; court date set for July

Academy Award-winning actress Tatum O'Neal was released after an arraignment at a Manhattan courtroom Monday after her weekend arrest for buying crack cocaine.

O'Neal in 2004: Drugs were always around me

Academy Award-winning actress Tatum O'Neal was arrested Sunday allegedly after buying crack cocaine in New York, police said.

Brangelina buzz sweeps south of France

Brangelina must be cocooning.

As usual, MTV Movie Awards have crazy edge

The "Transformers" have another chunk of metal to add to their collection.

It was ladies night, all the way to the Box Office

Sarah Jessica Parker and her gal pals have not lost their sex appeal.

Actress says she misspoke on China

Actress Sharon Stone said in a statement Saturday that she "could not be more regretful" of her comments this month regarding the earthquake in China, in which she suggested that the quake was an act of "karma."

Jolie, Pitt rent French villa amid birth claims

The Brangelina clan began settling into a villa in the south of France as a report that the couple's twins had been born was denied by other celebrity news outlets.

Review: Not so fair 'Sex'

Today's movies have never seemed less interested in figuring out what women want. That's hardly surprising when -- for the summer months at least -- they've practically written off the entire adult population.

'Sex's' Parker: Reunion was 'very, very special'

It's been five years since Carrie Bradshaw journeyed to Paris in search of true love on the series finale of "Sex and the City." She appeared to have found it in the arms of Mr. Big, and she returned to New York -- and her now-settled friends -- ready for a new start.

'Malkovich' writer's latest 'audacious' project

It seems fitting that Charlie Kaufman's directing debut, which offers enough enigmatic ideas to fry viewers' brains, should also come with a title that will twist their tongues.

Can women alone make 'Sex and the City' a hit?

Can a pure chick flick become a hit? Yes, if it draws a diverse enough swath of female moviegoers. For "Sex and the City," that will be the big question.

Legendary director, actor Sydney Pollack dies of cancer

Academy Award-winning director Sydney Pollack, who achieved critical acclaim with the period drama "Out of Africa" and the romantic comedy "Tootsie," died of cancer Monday, his agent told CNN.

Actor in 'Harry Potter' fatally stabbed

A British teenage actor playing a minor role in the upcoming "Harry Potter" film was stabbed to death during a brawl in London on Saturday, police said.

Shia LaBeouf's 'Wild' turn in 'Indiana Jones'

Whether critics walked out of "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" loving or hating it, most had something to say about Shia LaBeouf's dramatic entrance.

Appreciation: Pollack's smart and complex films

Sydney Pollack had the rare ability to use his acting experience as adeptly behind the camera as he did in front of it.

Director Sydney Pollack dies of cancer

Academy Award-winning director Sydney Pollack, who achieved commercial and critical success with the gender-bending comedy "Tootsie" and the period drama "Out of Africa, has died. He was 73.

Why 'Indiana Jones' went digital

In these hallowed halls, Indiana Jones almost seems out of place.

Actresses confused with each other in same film

Samantha Morton says people sometimes confuse her with fellow British actress Emily Watson. Fans will be even more confused after seeing their first film together.

'Indiana Jones' strikes gold at box office

"Indiana Jones" unearthed box office gold at domestic theaters with a performance that puts it on track to become the second biggest Memorial Day movie opening ever, according to studio estimates Sunday.

French film wins Cannes' top prize

The French film "The Class," a frank tale about classroom life using real students and teachers at a junior high school, won top honors Sunday at the Cannes Film Festival.

Indiana Jones movie upsets communists

Members of Russia's Communist Party are calling for a nationwide boycott of the new Indiana Jones movie, saying it aims to undermine communist ideology and distort history.

The best of the rest at Cannes

The glitziest night out in the Cannes calendar

Mideast conflict forces animation to grow up

Everyone has their childhood favorite: whether it is the hand-drawn beauty of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs;" or the modern, computer-generated genius of "Shrek." Cartoons have always been a family staple in the movie industry.

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