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Rourke & Aronofsky: A Promising Career Derailed

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:57:53 -0800

Mickey Rourke, star of the THE WRESTLER, directed by Darren Aronofsky, discusses how his promising career short circuited, and the difficulty of regaining peoples' trust. Plus: the first ever four-legged creature on shootout...

Kate Beckinsale Ignores the Gossip

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 09:47:00 -0800

Kate Beckinsale, who plays a reporter in NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH, discusses the relationship between stars and the press, and explains how she learned to ignore what is said about her in the media.

Beckinsale Seeks the TRUTH

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 09:47:00 -0800

Despite having a natural fear of journalists, as most actors do, Kate Beckinsale threw herself into the character of a highly principled reporter in NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH.

Anderson & Brody on Shooting in India

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:41:48 -0800

Wes Anderson and Adrien Brody from THE DARJEELING LIMITED on the obstacles created by shooting on a train in India.

Alan Arkin on the upside of dying

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:14:39 -0700

Alan Arkin explains why he doesn't mind when his characters die in the movies.

Anderson & Brody: Everyone is Wrong About Owen Wilson

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:42:06 -0800

Wes Anderson and Adrien Brody from THE DARJEELING LIMITED discuss Owen Wilson's attempted suicide and its effect on the film.

Wes Anderson: My Films are like Reunions

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:41:31 -0800

Wes Anderson and Adrien Brody of THE DARJEELING LIMITED on how working on Anderson's films is like being reunited with family.

Aronofsky & Rourke: A Personal Crusade

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:56:56 -0800

Director Darren Aronofsky and actor Mickey Rourke talk about the difficulty of finding somebody to finance their new film, THE WRESTLER, and how they stuck together to get it made.

Javier Bardem on Tuxedo Culture

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 13:03:09 -0800

Why NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN's Javier Bardem would rather not win an Oscar

Javier Bardem on NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:18:51 -0800

Javier Bardem discusses his role in NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN.

Michael Bay: Transformers Cartoons are Bad

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:54:23 -0800

Why TRANSFORMERS Director Michael Bay felt comfortable reinventing the cartoon.

Michael Bay: I was wrong about Spielberg

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:55:04 -0800

Why Director Michael Bay was convinced that RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK would flop.

Michael Bay: "I hate to wait"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:54:44 -0800

Director Michael Bay explains why his crew calls his directing method "Bay-os"

Michael Bay on Mentoring

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:53:56 -0800

How a Starbucks barista ended up as Creative Assistant on Michael Bay's PEARL HARBOR

Bevan and Fellner on Getting Good Press

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 15:17:05 -0700

ELIZABETH: THE GOLDEN AGE Producers Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner on how to get a film noticed at a festival like Toronto.

Bevan and Felner: An Outsider's View of Hollywood

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 11:56:13 -0700

ELIZABETH: THE GOLDEN AGE Producers Tim Bevan and Eric Felner on how they as Brits fit into the Hollywood machine.

Jessica Biel on Variety

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 13:30:02 -0700

Jessica Biel shares her experience working with Adam Sandler and stresses the importance of variety in her film choices.

Jack Black and his tomato soup

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 13:04:22 -0800

Jack Black and director Michel Gondry share behind the scenes stories of working on BE KIND REWIND

Jack Black takes on Sundance

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:14:19 -0800

Jack Black, director Michel Gondry and the cast of BE KIND REWIND, bring their film about imagination to Park City

Blonsky, Meron & Zadan on John Travolta

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:37:10 -0700

HAIRSPRAY Producers Neil Meron and Craig Zadan, along with Nikki Blonsky (Tracy Turnblad), talk about working with John Travolta and why he was their natural choice for Edna Turnblad.

Nikki Blonsky on Getting the Part

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:44:47 -0700

Nikki Blonsky reveals the unique and sneaky way the producers of HAIRSPRAY sprung the news that she had been cast as Tracy Turnblad.

Blonsky, Zadan & Meron on Adam Shankman

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:43:28 -0700

HAIRSPRAY Producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron explain their choice of Adam Shankman to direct the film: "It's in the DNA."

Danny Boyle on SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:17:46 -0700

Director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Simon Beaufoy connect the dots to reveal the true meaning of SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE

Abigail Breslin on a future in movies

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:13:59 -0700

LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE herself, Abigail Breslin explains why she loves acting and speculates about the possibility of a career in show business.

Josh Brolin: You Don't Know Until You Show

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:42:13 -0700

Josh Brolin says his short film X was never meant to play the festival circuit

Josh Brolin: The X Factor

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:42:34 -0700

Why Josh Brolin cast his own daughter as a lead role in his directorial debut, X

Josh Brolin: "One Body With Two Heads"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:28:56 -0800

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN's Josh Brolin on what it's like to work directly with the Coen brothers.

Josh Brolin on Balancing Family and Work

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:30:04 -0800

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN's Josh Brolin explains how he's managed to balance home and work lives while married to a successful actress.

Josh Brolin on the Importance of Silence

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:30:23 -0800

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN's Josh Brolin explains the role of silence in the film.

Josh Brolin: "The Best Audition in History"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:29:46 -0800

NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN's Josh Brolin reveals how he created the best audition tape in history, but still didn't get cast.

Cannes Inside Scene: Cannes Restaurant Tour

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:30:27 -0700

Dana Harris, a Variety Reporter, takes us on an inside tour of the best restaurants of Cannes.

Cannes Inside Scene: Opening Night

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:28:51 -0700

Opening Night of the 2007 Cannes Film Festival

Cannes Inside Scene: Day 2

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:29:08 -0700

Inside Scene of Day 2 of the Cannes Film Festival

Don Cheadle on Traitor

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:02:50 -0800

TRAITOR actor/producer Don Cheadle talks about having to learn Arabic for his role

Don Cheadle's Frivolous Side

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:03:02 -0800

The actor most often associated with heavy-hitting political films acknowledges he tries to keep his fun side out of the media

Shootout: Don Cheadle on Celebrity Responsibility

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:25:23 -0800

Don Cheadle talks about his new film DARFUR NOW which is showing at the Toronto Film FEstival

Shootout: Don Cheadle on the Toronto Film Festival

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:25:46 -0800

Don Cheadle talks the role of film festivals

Thomas Haden Church on Brando's Process

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:34:43 -0700

Thomas Haden Church found Marlon Brando's process of approaching a scene confusing and mystifying.

Thomas Haden Church: Chaps or No Chaps?

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:34:59 -0700

Thomas Haden Church consulted weekly with Robert Duvall on details of his character in BROKEN TRAIL, down to details like whether or not his character would wear chaps

Patricia Clarkson: Indie Film Is Suffering

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:03:00 -0800

MARRIED LIFE actress Patricia Clarkson laments the flood of independent films and those that are drowning because there's not enough audience to support it

Patricia Clarkson: I Must Be Married

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:01:47 -0800

Patricia Clarkson talks about her preparation for starring in MARRIED LIFE

Sandy Climan and Josh Greer

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 11:39:52 -0700

Sandy Climan of 3ality, and Josh Greer of Real-D discuss why the Vertigo tour was perfect for a 3D project, and how technology has made it so easy.

Shootout: George Clooney on risky films

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 06:53:26 -0700

George Clooney discusses the making of risky films. His film, MICHAEL CLAYTON screened at the Toronto Film Festival.

Shootout: George Clooney on his ego

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:12:17 -0800

George Clooney discusses the various aspects of his career in the film industry. His film, MICHAEL CLAYTON is screening at the Toronto Film Festival

Diablo Cody on The Abortion Question

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:47:03 -0800

JUNO Writer Diablo Cody and Director Jason Reitman address the politicizing of the abortion question in the film.

Diablo Cody: "My mom was horrified"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:47:46 -0800

JUNO writer Diablo Cody explains why it's tough to be a stripper in Minneapolis.

Cannes Inside Scene: Coen Brothers

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:18:38 -0800

Cannes Inside Scene about the Coen Brothers and their new movie "No Country for Old Men"

Sean Combs on A Raisin in the Sun

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:52:56 -0700

Sean Combs moved into a two-bedroom apartment as part of his preparation for his role in the Broadway musical A RAISIN IN THE SUN

Sean Combs: It's Not About the Money

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:53:23 -0700

Sean Combs says he owes his great leadership abilities to his listening skills

Sean Combs: Multiple Names for Multiple Personalities

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:53:54 -0700

Actor/Entrepreneur Sean Combs says he's more successful than Prince or Garth Brooks because the media has embraced his multiple name changes

Roger Corman: We Were Rebels

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:44:06 -0800

Why taking chances on a film today is so much more difficult than in the '70s

Roger Corman on New Projects

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:48:48 -0800

Corman lays out plans for remakes and revisions of his original films in contemporary cinema

Bud Cort on Harold and Maude

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:04:49 -0700

Bud Cort (Harold) from Harold and Maude tells us why he thinks the film did so poorly when it was first released, and about his joy at seeing it evolve from "cult film" to "American classic."

Costner on Running His Own Company

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:59:10 -0700

Kevin Costner discusses how important it is to offer studios a return on their investment in his movies, but declares that ultimately it's the end product that really moves him.

Costner on a Character He Wished He Played

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:58:45 -0700

Kevin Costner discusses he would have loved to play Steve McQueen's role in the movie SAND PEBBLES

Costner on Becoming a Serial Killer

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:59:38 -0700

Kevin Costner talks about the challenges of portraying a serial killer in MR. Brooks

Costner On His Role in THIRTEEN DAYS

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:58:29 -0700

Kevin Costner discusses his role in the movie THIRTEEN DAYS

Palm Springs Film Festival 6 - Marion Cotillard

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 08:00:28 -0800

Marion Cotillard (LA VIE EN ROSE) on what matters most when she's choosing her films.

Noah Cowan on Toronto's Success as a Festival

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 10:06:51 -0700

Toronto International Film Festival co-director Noah Cowan on why the festival is so successful.

Bryan Cranston: No Regrets

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 06:35:10 -0800

How BREAKING BAD's Bryan Cranston (Walter White) feels about the portrayal of crystal meth in the show.

Bryan Cranston: Underwear is the Key

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 06:35:08 -0800

BREAKING BAD's Bryan Cranston on what connects his previous role of Hal (MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE) to his new role of Walter White

Cromwell & Stone: Finding Laughter in Pain

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:44:07 -0700

Actor James Cromwell and Director Oliver Stone discuss the similarities of their new film W (about Iraq) to MASH (about Korea)

Cuban attacks YouTube

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 14:41:25 -0700

Mark Cuban gives his outlook on YouTube and the Web 2.0 phenomenon.

Cuban on Buying a Baseball Team

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 14:39:53 -0700

Mark Cuban discusses the possibility of buying the Chicago Cubs.

Cusack: "Films must have a pulse"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:23:37 -0800

John Cusack says films must have a true and timeless message in order to stay popular through the years.

Cusack: "Acting is momentum"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:27:50 -0800

Why John Cusack's main focus as a producer is protecting his actors.

Cusack: "I'm not private"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:28:11 -0800

Why John Cusack thinks it's better not to be a celebrity actor.

Carrie Fisher: Not an Icon

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:54:10 -0800

Carrie Fisher tells Bart & Guber why she doesn't regret playing Princess Leia in Star Wars.

Willem Dafoe: I Trick Myself

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 11:39:12 -0700

Willem Dafoe (ANAMORPH) keeps his body of work meaningful by selecting only new ideas so that he can put himself in situations that require learning

Daltrey on Putting Bootlegs to Use

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:22:00 -0800

AMAZING JOURNEY Producer (Sinclair) and Director (Crowder) with Roger Daltrey on how they compiled footage for the film.

Daltrey: "I don't care what he says"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:22:20 -0800

Why THE WHO's Roger Daltrey both loves and hates Pete Townshend, but wouldn't have it any other way.

Sinclair/Crowder/Daltrey: "Why do you care"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:23:11 -0800

AMAZING JOURNEY Producer (Sinclair) and Director (Crowder) on finding the right hook for the film about Daltrey and The Who.

Stormy Daniels: A Woman's Perspective on Porn

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:48:50 -0800

Why having a female director makes it ok for women to enjoy adult films.

Stormy Daniels: I am the Puppet Master

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:49:11 -0800

Adult film star/director Stormy Daniels explains why female directors get better performances from male actors.

Stormy Daniels: People Will Always Watch Sex

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:49:29 -0800

Stormy Daniels and Joy King of Wicked Pictures on why adult films are easier to market than mainstream films.

Nandita Das & Arsinee Khanjian on Film Festivals

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:46:48 -0700

Nandita Das & Arsinee Khanjian, two jurors at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, discuss how they evaluate the films they see, and comment on the content of film festivals today.

Rosario Dawson on Influential Directors

Fri, 11 May 2007 13:58:06 -0700

Rosario Dawson recounts how she watched RESERVOIR DOGS seven times in one week and was in awe of Quentin Tarantino's storytelling ability.

Rosario Dawson on THE DESCENT

Fri, 11 May 2007 13:44:56 -0700

Rosario Dawson shares her excitement about the audience reaction to THE DESCENT which was screened at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Guillermo del Toro on Blue Collar Heroes

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:16:22 -0700

Guillermo del Toro realizes that his work ethic is obsessive to the point of insanity

Guillermo del Toro's Diary

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:56:38 -0700

Guillermo del Toro (HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY) keeps a detailed journal of ideas, concepts and ruminations that he plans to eventually leave to his daughters

Guillermo del Toro: Indian Takeout With Peter Jackson

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:56:07 -0700

Guillermo del Toro was shocked by Peter Jackson's normalcy

Guillermo del Toro on PAN'S LABYRINTH

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 14:03:26 -0700

Director Guillermo del Toro talks about the success of PAN'S LABYRINTH, and the effect it's had on his career.

Robert De Niro on Tribeca's mission

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:49:54 -0700

Tribeca Film Festival co-founders Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal talk to Shootout about the reason the festival got started

Danny DeVito On His Business Ventures

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:01:24 -0700

Danny DeVito discusses his new Clickstar business ventures and the new channels he's developing.

Danny DeVito on Arnold Schwarzenegger

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 07:52:47 -0700

Danny DeVito explains his perspective on why Arnold Schwarzenegger is so good at both acting and politics.

Danny DeVito on One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:02:29 -0700

Danny DeVito shares his experiences working with Milos Forman and Jack Nicholson on ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST, and recalls a basketball game soft-drink mishap during a break from filming.

Danny DeVito on comedies vs. dramas

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:03:03 -0700

Danny DeVito discusses the appeal of making movies in many different genres.

Paramount producer Lorenzo DiBonaventure pans industry suits

Sat, 19 May 2007 12:42:43 -0700

Paramount Pictures producer Lorenzo DiBonaventure is critical of the lack of passion that he sees in many studio executives and financiers.

Vin Diesel On Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, 19 May 2007 13:10:36 -0700

Vin Diesel explains why he fell in love with the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons and what kept him playing even as he worked as a bouncer in New York City.

Vin Diesel on Sidney Lumet

Sat, 19 May 2007 13:13:51 -0700

Vin Diesel recounts how he bought a Sidney Lumet book to learn how to direct when he was embarking upon his career.

Vin Diesel on the joys of the publicity machine

Sat, 19 May 2007 13:15:58 -0700

Vin Diesel explains why he is the rare actor that actually enjoys promoting his movies.

Matt Dillon on the Oscar circuit

Sat, 19 May 2007 15:33:47 -0700

Matt Dillon muses about his first trip around the Oscar circuit, and his status as an "old pro." (02m 14s)

Michael Douglas on Bermuda

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 14:59:42 -0700

Michael Douglas on why Bermuda is his home away from home.

Michael Douglas: Acting is All About Lying

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 14:59:15 -0700

Michael Douglas gives advice for aspiring actors.

Michael Douglas: Comedy Scares Me

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 15:00:04 -0700

Michael Douglas on why comedy is underappreciated.

Michael Douglas: I'm More Selective Now

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:02:56 -0800

Why Michael Douglas would choose his family over his career.

Clint Eastwood on FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:06:21 -0800

Clint Eastwood discusses his movie FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS.

Clint Eastwood on shooting on location

Thu, 17 May 2007 14:02:38 -0700

Clint Eastwood recounts the difficulties of shooting a war movie on location in Iwo Jima which is considered a shrine by the local population.

Clint Eastwood: Abduction & Miscalculation

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:02:51 -0700

Clint Eastwood talks about the experience of turning a true story into a movie for his new film, CHANGELING, starring Angelina Jolie.

Clint Eastwood: Nelson Mandela's Charisma

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:41:18 -0700

Clint Eastwood explains how he came across the script for THE HUMAN FACTOR, his upcoming film featuring Morgan Freeman as Nelson Mandela, and why there is no "secret sauce" to filmmaking.

Eckhart on the Price of Fame

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 10:56:41 -0700

Aaron Eckhart on why he can't complain about being famous, but doesn't always enjoy the attention.

One crazy day with Aaron Eckhart and his director at TIFF

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 15:34:22 -0700

From interviews to parties, Aaron Eckhart and BILL director Bernie Goldman show us just how crazy one day can be at the Toronto International Film Festival

Why is Aaron Eckhart in Toronto?

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 10:53:16 -0700

Aaron Eckhart on an actor's role in promoting his or her movie.

Emilio Estevez finds unlikely inspiration

Fri, 18 May 2007 06:31:59 -0700

Emilio Estevez explains how a chance encounter while on a writing retreat at a ramshackle motel led to an unlikely inspiration as he wrote the script for BOBBY.

Emilio Estevez on finding magic on location

Sat, 19 May 2007 15:02:36 -0700

Emilio Estevez recounts how difficult it was to shoot scenes of BOBBY at the Ambassador Hotel while bulldozers worked just off camera.

Emilio Estevez on shoestring budgets

Fri, 18 May 2007 06:32:48 -0700

Emilio Estevez describes how he made concessions in the filming of BOBBY in order to keep the film on budget.

Colin Farrell tries to get his dialogue right

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:06:41 -0800

The cast and director of IN BRUGES discuss rehearsing for the film and the intricacies of getting the dialogue just right

Farrell and Brendan Gleeson on Sundance's beauty

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:23:40 -0800

The director and cast of IN BRUGES discuss enjoying the beauty (and food) of Park City before the madness of the Festival hits.

Jon Favreau: Downey Jr. Brings Humanity

Mon, 12 May 2008 12:03:13 -0700

Robert Downey, Jr. was an unlikely leading man, but stayed closest to the source material for the character

Jon Favreau: Sequels are Fun

Mon, 12 May 2008 12:03:51 -0700

Jon Favreau would do an IRON MAN sequel before a SWINGERS sequel

Craig Ferguson explains why he hates acting

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:41:02 -0700

Craig Ferguson explains why he finds acting in big budget features repellent and yearns for a time when movies were movies.

Fey & Poehler on how BABY MAMA was born

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:48:22 -0700

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, stars of BABY MAMA, talk about how the film came about and discuss whether or not they would like to direct their own film. BABY MAMA was the opening night film of The Tribeca Film Festival

Colin Firth: My Year in Spandex

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 06:49:53 -0700

Colin Firth, star of the upcoming GENOVA talks about another film he has coming out, the animated A CHRISTMAS CAROL with Robert Zemeckis, and the "manhood-cancelling suit" in which he spent most of his time filming.

Colin Firth: No Rehearsals, Just Lunch

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:48:21 -0700

Colin Firth (GENOVA) says he'd rather have director Michael Winterbottom on set than a script

Laurence Fishburne: Coppola Inspired Me

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:30:32 -0700

Why Laurence Fishburne credits Francis Ford Coppola with his success in film

Laurence Fishburne: Using the Energy

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:30:50 -0700

THE ALCHEMIST's Laurence Fishburne would like to thank all the people who said "no" to him in the creation of the project

Shootout: Jodie Foster on having a private life

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 12:05:33 -0700

Jodie talks about maintaining a private life as a celebrity. Her film, THE BRAVE ONE is screening at the Toronto Film Festival.

Shootout: Jodie Foster on showing up late for work

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:37:07 -0700

Jodie foster talks about showing up late for work and respect for the studio system. Her film, THE BRAVE ONE is screening at the Toronto Film Festival.

James Franco: Safety Not First on Pineapple Express

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:01:31 -0700

James Franco compares the safety precaution measures on PINEAPPLE EXPRESS and SPIDER-MAN 2

William Friedkin on Opera

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 12:40:08 -0700

Opera director William Friedkin reveals what the great opera singers really want, and breaks down the real difference between opera and film.

David Friendly on the LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE cast

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:40:20 -0700

LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE producer David Friendly explains how the film's cast found a nearly magical chemistry with one another.

Howard & Grazer: Passion, Frankness, Commitment

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:58:19 -0800

Ron Howard and Bryan Grazer discuss how the process of turning Peter Morgan's play FROST/NIXON into a movie tested their working relationship.

Baz Luhrmann: The Red Curtain

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 12:03:36 -0800

Baz Luhrmann, the director of AUSTRALIA, talks about his formative childhood moviegoing experiences.

Jackman/Luhrmann: Talent, Naivete, & Innocence

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:03:52 -0800

Actor Hugh Jackman and director Baz Luhrmann discuss what they learned from working with Brandon Walters, the young Aboriginal boy who narrates AUSTRALIA

Jackson: Not a Workaholic, But an Artist

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:04:23 -0800

Samuel L. Jackson discusses his theater background and explains why he likes to take on such eclectic roles.

Andy Garcia on being a first time director

Sat, 19 May 2007 12:58:27 -0700

Andy Garcia explains how he drew on 27 years of experience in film acting as he made his directorial debut with THE LOST CITY.

Andy Garcia on the Academy Awards

Sat, 19 May 2007 13:07:25 -0700

Andy Garcia talks about the propensity for independent films to be recognized at the Academy Awards.

Vince Gilligan: I'm the Boss

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 06:35:05 -0800

BREAKING BAD writer Vince Gilligan talks about the differences between writing for film and writing for television.

Cuba Gooding, Jr. on mistakes in his career

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 15:00:38 -0700

Cuba Gooding, Jr. reflects on some of the mistakes he made in managing his career after winning an Oscar for his role in Jerry Maguire.

David Gordon Green on Casting Pineapple Express

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:56:45 -0700

The PINEAPPLE EXPRESS director says the best way to direct an actor who wrote the script (Seth Rogen) is to just let him run with it

Paul Haggis on defying expectations

Sat, 19 May 2007 15:26:31 -0700

Paul Haggis, the writer and director of CRASH, talks about how his film has consistently defied expectations. (02m 24s)

Jackie Earle Haley on his career

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 11:54:13 -0700

Jackie Earle Haley reflects on his life as a child actor and on his second shot at Hollywood.

Woody Harrelson: "My self-esteem is so low"

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:12:39 -0800

Emily Mortimer compares Woody Harrelson in TRANSSIBERIAN and her other leading men to her husband's leading women. TRANSSIBERIAN is screening at Sundance.

Ed Harris at TIFF on APPALOOSA

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:19:11 -0700

Ed Harris talks about working with Viggo Mortensen on his new film Appaloosa which premiered at The Toronto Film Festival.

Vaclav Havel on Playwriting and Inspiration

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:45:49 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Former Czech President Vaclav Havel explains his 18 year hiatus from playwriting and why he has decided to write again now.

Ethan Hawke on Celebrity Couples

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 07:00:00 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Ethan Hawke discusses what it's like for two actors to be married, and why Warren Beatty's ego is not in any danger.

Ethan Hawke on Denzel Washington

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 07:00:00 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Ethan Hawke talks about working with Denzel Washington on TRAINING DAY, and how Washington "walks the world like he owns the joint."

Ethan Hawke on Robin Williams

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 07:00:00 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Ethan Hawke talks about the burden of having great success at a young age, and how Robin Williams helped him through a difficult scene in DEAD POETS SOCIETY.

Ethan Hawke on THE HOTTEST STATE

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:29:22 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Ethan Hawke gives a glimpse into the making of his film THE HOTTEST STATE, and how he expects it to do in theaters.

Todd Haynes on I'm Not There

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:05:28 -0800

I'M NOT THERE Director Todd Haynes on how to revitalize the Biopic genre.

Todd Haynes on the Difference in Film Festivals

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:05:48 -0800

I'M NOT THERE Director Todd Haynes on what differentiates one film festival from the next.

Hugh Hefner on technology's social impact

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 13:58:53 -0700

Hugh Hefner explains why he thinks that America will never return to the Victorian-esque sexual politics that characterized the 1950s.

Hugh Hefner on the new PLAYBOY

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:31:18 -0700

Hugh Hefner describes how PLAYBOY found its way out of tough financial times back into the black.

Monte Hellman on 70's Hollywood

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:47:42 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Monte Hellman at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival speaks on TWO LANE BLACKTOP, Francis Ford Coppola, and movies of the 70's, but explains "I don't think in decades."

Werner Herzog & Steve Zahn 1

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:10:39 -0700

Werner Herzog explains that he knew Steve Zahn would be perfect for his role as a POW in Rescue Dawn because he "loves actors who know how to milk a cow."

Werner Herzog & Steve Zahn 2

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:11:24 -0700

Werner Herzog and Steve Zahn disagree over living in Los Angeles vs. Kentucky

Werner Herzog on inventing cinema

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:11:58 -0700

Werner Herzog explains how he had to "invent cinema for himself" because of his lack of access to technology growing up.

Cheryl Hines: Improv Keeps Me Healthy

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:36:02 -0700

SERIOUS MOONLIGHT director Cheryl Hines says that her improv training helped keep her blood pressure down when faced with issues on set

Cheryl Hines: Why Me?

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:36:51 -0700

SERIOUS MOONLIGHT director Cheryl Hines would like to know why she was given the script to direct

Palm Springs Film Festival 4 - Hirsch on INTO THE WILD

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:04:42 -0800

Actor Emile Hirsch on how INTO THE WILD has affected him on a personal level.

Palm Springs Film Festival 5 - Hirsch on Career

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:51:51 -0800

Emile Hirsch (INTO THE WILD) on the progression of his career.

Dennis Hopper on CineVegas

Fri, 18 May 2007 06:23:01 -0700

Dennis Hopper discusses his involvement with the CineVegas Film Festival. (00m 45s)

Dennis Hopper on art

Fri, 18 May 2007 06:22:03 -0700

Dennis Hopper reminisces about how art has influenced him as an actor and a director. (01m 03s)

Dennis Hopper on changes in the industry

Fri, 18 May 2007 06:24:20 -0700

Dennis Hopper discusses the pros and cons of the dissolution of Hollywood's old studio system. (o1m 56s)

Dennis Hopper on writing his memoirs

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:24:43 -0700

Dennis Hopper ponders whether or not he'll be able to write a retrospective of his life--especially when he considers everything he'll need to leave out. (01m 24s)

Terrence Howard on reinvention

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 10:57:11 -0700

Terrence Howard explains the courage it takes an actor to challenge himself with a difficult role by declaring, "I refuse to look like a fool."

Jennifer Hudson on her new career

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:42:39 -0700

Jennifer Hudson talks about her post-DREAMGIRLS success, and the new direction her career is taking.

Hugh Jackman on finding X-MEN inspiration

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:26:29 -0700

Hugh Jackman explains how an early morning ritual helps him tap into the dark side of his personality in order to portray the character Wolverine in the X-MEN franchise.

Hugh Jackman on why he loves Americans

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 13:59:08 -0700

Hugh Jackman explains how differently Broadway theater-goers approach a night at the theater compared with their London counterparts.

Richard Jenkins: I'm No Gene Hackman

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:11:51 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE: THE VISITOR's Richard Jenkins says this is the project he has been waiting for his whole life, and he was convinced it would fail with him as the lead

Mark Johnson on BREAKING BAD

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 13:21:21 -0800

BREAKING BAD executive producer Mark Johnson talks about keeping his options open.

Katzenberg: "Celebrities Do Matter"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:34:39 -0800

DreamWorks CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg on why it is important to have well-known celebrity names even in animated films.

Katzenberg: "The Most Incredible Gift"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:34:14 -0800

Why DreamWorks CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg thanks Kirk Douglas for teaching him about "the most incredible gift" of giving.

Katzenberg on Movie Release Date Strategy

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:35:00 -0800

DreamWorks CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg explains why movie release dates are chosen 5 years before the actual release.

Ben Kingsley: What Makes for a Great Director

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:21:39 -0700

Sir Ben Kingsley says dignity is a common thread among the great directors he's worked with like Attenborough, Spielberg, Scorsese and Polanski

Ben Kingsley on Sex Scenes

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:20:20 -0700

Sir Ben Kingsley (ELEGY) likes to make sure his leading ladies know they won't be molested

Ben Kingsley: A Collection of Minor Miracles

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:50:18 -0700

Sir Ben Kingsley talks about working on ELEGY, and how a part of him must remain malleable if he is to succeed as an actor

Greg Kinnear: I Thought it Was the Last Bad Superhero

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:44:03 -0700

Greg Kinnear and FLASH OF GENIUS director Marc Abraham talk about flawed characters and the pursuit of a fairy-tale principle

Greg Kinnear on choosing his roles

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:31:51 -0700

Greg Kinnear outlines the factors that inform why he chooses one role over another.

Greg Kinnear and David Friendly on LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE

Thu, 17 May 2007 14:00:06 -0700

Greg Kinnear and producer David Friendly discuss the way LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE progressed from script to screen.

Greg Kinnear on Choosing Acting

Mon, 21 May 2007 21:00:00 -0700

Greg Kinnear talks about why he chose a career in acting.

Greg Kinnear and David Friendly on Experimentation

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 13:27:38 -0700

Greg Kinnear and David T. Friendly discuss how their experimentation paid off when casting LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE

Keira Knightley at TIFF on THE DUCHESS

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 13:53:58 -0700

Keira Knightley talks to Shootout about her film The Duchess which made its premiere at the Toronto Film Festival

Keira Knightley on working with the same directors

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:13:10 -0700

Keira Knightley talks to Shootout about why she often works with the same directors. Knightley is at the Toronto Film Festival promoting her film THE DUCHESS.

Koules & Burg: "Kids Don't Want Thrillers"

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:35:53 -0800

SAW IV producers Oren Koules and Mark Burg explain why the franchise is so successful with so little marketing.

Koules & Burg: Why Should SAW End?

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:33:40 -0800

SAW IV Producers Oren Koules and Mark Burg say there is no reason to end the franchise while they can still come up with good storylines.

John Lasseter on Sequels

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:11:17 -0700

John Lasseter reveals a proposed alternate title for the new film RATATOUILLE

John Lasseter on Animation

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:11:04 -0700

John Lasseter reveals the secret of the "creative brain trust" and the importance of honesty.

John Lasseter on family movies

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 13:51:20 -0700

Director John Lasseter talks about why Hollywood should focus more on making great family films.

Stan Lee: From Inspiraton to Desperation

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:03:19 -0800

Stan Lee wonders where all the kids have gone at Comic-Con, overshadowed by celebrities and businessmen and argues that there is always something you can think of that will still surprise readers

Norman Lloyd: Don't Argue With Hitch

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:58:26 -0800

Norman Lloyd recounts his experiences being directed by Alfred Hitchcock

Norman Lloyd: At Least I Could Talk

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:57:53 -0800

Norman Lloyd recounts the proposition to make a film about his life (WHO IS NORMAN LLOYD?), and his reaction to seeing it on the big screen

Norman Lloyd: I Wasn't Getting Paid

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:58:55 -0800

Norman Lloyd starred in Hitchcock's SABOTEUR, but at the expense of missing CITIZEN KANE

George Lopez: Film Is Biased Against Latinos

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:57:15 -0700

George Lopez laments the absence of strong Latino characters in film

George Lopez: The Dark Side of Comedy

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:56:40 -0700

George Lopez explains the root of the pain from which he draws his comedy

Sam Mendes: Inescapable Iconography

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:53:44 -0800

Sam Mendes, director of REVOLUTIONARY ROAD discusses the challenges of directing a wife who likes to take her work home with her, and revisiting one of the greatest screen romances of all time.

William H. Macy on working in South Africa

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:15:27 -0800

William H. Macy, producer and star of THE DEAL, explains his reasoning behind shooting in South Africa and how it could look like L.A.

William H. Macy's Two Roles

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:05:14 -0800

William H. Macy, producer and star of THE DEAL discusses the challenges of wearing both hats.

Bill Maher on Media Crosshairs

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:15:00 -0800

Bill Maher speaks his mind about how Charlie Sheen and Michael Vick have weathered their time in the crosshairs of the media.

Bill Maher on Political Sex-Appeal

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:13:26 -0800

Bill Maher explains why Democrats need a presidential candidate whose media appeal rivals that of Republican Fred Thompson.

Bill Maher on Toxic Publicity

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:12:55 -0800

Bill Maher on the difficulties of remaining anonymous and out of the tabloids in a time of such invasive media.

James McAvoy on Getting Cast

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:52:08 -0800

ATONEMENT Director Joe Wright and Actor James McAvoy on the difficulty of casting stars vs. unknowns.

James McAvoy's Oscar Buzz Anxiety

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:51:50 -0800

ATONEMENT actor James McAvoy on what it feels like to promote a film with so much Oscar buzz.

Thomas McCarthy: Budget Dictates Story

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:11:32 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE: THE VISITOR writer/director Thomas McCarthy and star Richard Jenkins talk about the effect of budget constraints on storytelling, and how their small budget was perfect for an intimate portrait of NY

Frank Miller: I Color to Emotion

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:03:32 -0800

Frank Miller (THE SPIRIT) says directing is like commanding a warship. His film will be in color, but more tied to emotion than reality.

Frank Miller on Will Eisner's THE SPIRIT

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:42:44 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Frank Miller insists the upcoming film THE SPIRIT is "not an homage" to his friend and mentor Will Eisner.

Frank Miller on Sin City vs. Shakespeare

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:42:30 -0700

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Frank Miller answers the question "what is a graphic novel" and talks about his experience working on SIN CITY with Robert Rodriguez

Helen Mirren on THE QUEEN

Thu, 17 May 2007 13:54:25 -0700

Helen Mirren discusses her preparations for THE QUEEN and transcending her roots.

Mirren & Hackford: A Visit to the Brothel

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:14:30 -0700

Director Taylor Hackford & actress Helen Mirren tell us how "the Queen" was persuaded to play a Madam in their new film, LOVE RANCH.

Julianne Moore: What People Want

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:14:42 -0700

Julianne Moore, promoting her film BLINDNESS, says that the character is actually the last thing she considers when choosing which scripts to pursue

Moore on challenges faced during production of "Sicko"

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:51:59 -0700

Michael Moore discusses the extent to which some healthcare organizations went to avoid his scrutiny, and reveals the secret of how to get him off topic.

Moore on his appeal to a younger audience

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:52:11 -0700

Michael Moore explains how the internet is his ally and why he thinks "Sicko" will do well with the younger generation.

Moore on his inspiration for Sicko

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:52:24 -0700

Michael Moore discusses the event that made him realize the power of the camera and how he could harness it to save lives.

Cannes Shootout: Moore & Weinstein

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:51:25 -0700

Peter Bart & Peter Guber with AMC's Sunday Morning Shootout talk to Michael Moore and Harvey Weinstein about their new film, "Sicko."

Brett Morgen: A Unique Perspective

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 11:06:02 -0800

CHICAGO 10 director Brett Morgen didn't want to rehash the same old story about the Chicago Seven

Brett Morgen: More Mythology Than History

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 11:06:19 -0800

CHICAGO 10 director Brett Morgen says "if you want history, you should read a book", not watch a documentary

Emily Mortimer on shooting in Lithuania

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:14:34 -0800

Woody Harrelson and Emily Mortimer discuss the similarities of working on TRANSSIBERIAN in Lithuania and working at Sundance

Mike Myers on Barbara Streisand

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 11:21:56 -0700

How Barbara Streisand got Mike Myers into the closet with just one phone call

Mike Myers: Dad's Death Inspired Comedy

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 11:22:21 -0700

Mike Myers explains how dealing with his father's death led to the creation of Austin Powers and The Love Guru

Norton/Emmerich/O'Connor: Pride & Glory Not a Police Drama

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 07:07:46 -0700

Edward Norton, Noah Emmerich and Gavin O'Connor debate the issues of PRIDE & GLORY, but agree that at its core it's an exploration of corruption and identifying the issues of a generation

Edward Norton on Promoting his Films

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:11:20 -0700

Edward Norton explains his distinction between promoting his films and promoting himself, and why he prefers one over the other.

Edward Norton on THE PAINTED VEIL

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:11:33 -0700

Edward Norton discusses his sweeping new movie THE PAINTED VEIL.

Edward Norton on advice from Warren Beatty

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:11:47 -0700

Edward Norton recounts advice from and encounters with the inimitable Warren Beatty

Edward Norton on awards show overload

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:12:37 -0700

Edward Norton bemoans what he calls the "orgy of self congratulations" that the awards season has become in Hollywood.

Ellen Page: I was floored

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:32:49 -0800

Why Ellen Page says JUNO reinvented the teenage female lead character.

Ellen Page on The Moldy Peaches

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:38:43 -0800

How Ellen Page accidentally decided the soundtrack for JUNO.

Ellen Page on Growing Up

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:52:47 -0800

How JUNO's 21-year-old actress managed to lead a normal life as a child-actor.

Chazz Palminteri on Woody Allen's directing style

Mon, 05 May 2008 11:17:29 -0700

Chazz Palminteri likes it best when Woody Allen doesn't talk to him

Gwyneth Paltrow on winning an Oscar

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:28:57 -0700

Gwyneth Paltrow reflects on the pressure that comes with having won an Academy Award.

Sarah Jessica Parker: Afraid of SEX

Mon, 12 May 2008 12:07:26 -0700

Sarah Jessica Parker was initially afraid of producing SEX AND THE CITY, but came to love the responsibility

Sarah Jessica Parker: Celeb Marriage Can Work

Thu, 15 May 2008 09:44:35 -0700

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick have a complicated relationship, but work through the difficulties that present for two married actors

Sarah Jessica Parker: SEX Perserverance

Mon, 12 May 2008 12:06:11 -0700

Sarah Jessica Parker talks about the obstacles the SEX AND THE CITY movie faced

Simon Pegg & Edgar Wright at Comic-Con

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 09:22:04 -0700

Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright celebrate the US DVD release of SPACED and come out of the closet as Jedi

Roman Polanski

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:30:05 -0700

Peter Bart & Peter Guber at the Cannes Film Festival with Roman Polanski

Sarah Polley on AWAY FROM HER

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 12:39:45 -0700

Actor/Director Sarah Polley explains how she convinced Julie Christie to star in AWAY FROM HER and details the difference between directing and acting.

Brett Ratner on Drinking on the Job

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:31:44 -0700

RUSH HOUR 3 Director Brett Ratner chronicles shooting what he considers to be the most difficult of the three films in Paris, where all crew members are contractually permitted to drink wine at lunch.

Brett Ratner on His Hugh Hefner Film

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 12:19:33 -0700

Director Brett Ratner addresses his party-boy image and whether making a film about Hugh Hefner will be good for his career.

Brett Ratner on Working With Chris Tucker

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:34:16 -0700

Director Brett Ratner compares Chris Tucker to Eddie Murphy, and explains why he believes the RUSH HOUR franchise is to 12-year-olds today what the BEVERLY HILLS COP franchise was to him at that age.

Brett Ratner on directing X-MEN: THE LAST STAND

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:34:50 -0700

Brett Ratner talks about the driving force--desperately wanting to direct a comic book franchise film--that made him lobby to work on X-MEN: THE LAST STAND. (01m 24s)

Brett Ratner on the Hotel du Cap

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:35:29 -0700

Brett Ratner muses about being banned by (and subsequently, allowed back to) the Hotel du Cap, one of the hottest resorts at the Cannes Film Festival. (02m 16s)

Amy Redford on her dad's reaction to her film

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:11:14 -0800

Producer and director of The Guitar, Amy Redford, discusses growing up in Hollywood and promoting her new film starring Saffron Burrows

Arnold Rifkin & Chris Eberts

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 13:48:37 -0700

The Peters catch up with Arnold Rifkin and Chris Eberts from AMC's Producer's Diary to find out how they define succes at Cannes, and what happens if a movie doesn't sell.

Director's Diary: Alex Rivera

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:03:40 -0800

We travel with fillmaker Alex Rivera to the premiere of his feature film, SLEEP DEALER at The Sundance Film Festival.

Tim Robbins on DEAD MAN WALKING

Fri, 18 May 2007 11:22:47 -0700

Tim Robbins explains why so many studios passed on producing DEAD MAN WALKING.

Tim Robbins on finding compassion for criminals

Fri, 18 May 2007 11:25:17 -0700

Tim Robbins describes how preparation for a role often forces an actor to withhold judgment and find compassion for historical figures that they would normally be repelled by.

Tim Robbins on the price of political activism

Fri, 18 May 2007 09:00:02 -0700

Tim Robbins reflects on the professional price of being active politically and the personal price of remaining silent.

Chris Rock on branching out

Sat, 19 May 2007 15:16:40 -0700

Chris Rock talks about the difficulty he would have in branching out to non-comedic roles.

Chris Rock on success

Fri, 18 May 2007 08:58:29 -0700

Chris Rock discusses the tenuous nature of success in the entertainment industry.

Chris Rock on touring

Sat, 19 May 2007 15:44:13 -0700

Chris Rock discusses what it's like to prepare for a tour, and reveals his key demographic.

Seth Rogen on Creating Superbad

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:30:17 -0700

Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill & Evan Goldberg explain why they're convinced their next plane flight is doomed, as well as how they conceived of the idea behind SUPERBAD.

Seth Rogen on Pineapple Express

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:47:28 -0700

Seth Rogen explains that he has a hold on the stoner-movie niche because so few people can smoke as much as he does and still write coherently

Seth Rogen on Superbad's Internet Marketing

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:30:45 -0700

Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill & Evan Goldberg claim that the web-only R-rated trailer for SUPERBAD has been its biggest marketing asset.

Tim Roth: Acting to Direct

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:51:50 -0800

YOUTH WITHOUT YOUTH actor and THE WAR ZONE director Tim Roth acts to pay the bills so that he can afford to direct.

Tim Roth: Coppola is Magic

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:51:30 -0800

YOUTH WITHOUT YOUTH actor Tim Roth on the process of learning under Francis Ford Coppola.

Tim Roth: My Letter to Coppola

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:51:07 -0800

How a 30-year-old letter from Tim Roth to Francis Ford Coppola ended up getting him a job.

Geoffrey Rush on Johnny Depp

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:52:41 -0700

Geoffrey Rush explains why he feels that Johnny Depp is one of the truly great actors of this era.

Geoffrey Rush on Pirates of the Carribbean

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:52:28 -0700

Geoffrey Rush gives a behind-the-scenes perspective on why the credit list is so long for PIRATES OF THE CARRIBBEAN

Kurt Russell at Cannes

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 07:50:26 -0700

Kurt Russell talks about his experience working with Quentin Tarantino on GRINDHOUSE

Amy Ryan on Lumet and Affleck

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:44:03 -0800

GONE BABY GONE's Amy Ryan talks about working with Sidney Lumet and Ben Affleck

Amy Ryan: Film is Instinct

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 14:02:56 -0800

GONE BABY GONE's Amy Ryan talks about the difference between performing on Broadway and on film

Martin Scorsese: Cannes Shootout

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 07:40:28 -0700

Sunday Morning Shootout hosts, Peter Bart and Peter Guber, interview Martin Scorsese at the Cannes Film Festival.

Palm Springs Film Festival 1 - War Movies

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 11:53:40 -0800

John Sayles (HONEYDRIPPER) and the Shootout panel discuss the best timing for war-movie releases.

Palm Springs Film Festival 2 - Shankman on the Oscars

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:48:48 -0800

HAIRSPRAY director Adam Shankman recounts the experiences that led him to enter the film business.

Palm Springs Film Festival 3 - Shankman on Sandler

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:04:25 -0800

HAIRSPRAY director Adam Shankman on working with Adam Sandler

Cybill Shepherd on The Last Picture Show

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 13:05:36 -0700

Cybill Shepherd talks about her first movie, The Last Picture Show, and how she worried about her nude scenes and making the other actresses jealous.

Chris Silverman on information

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:53:22 -0700

Chris Silverman discusses the value of constantly updated information in Hollywood. (01m 20s)

Kevin Spacey: Jack Lemmon's Encouragement

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:03:54 -0800

Kevin Spacey knew he wanted to be an actor when Jack Lemmon encouraged him at age 13, and knew he had become one during a school play performance 2 years later

Kevin Spacey & Dana Brunetti on Fanboys

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:04:13 -0800

George Lucas loved the FANBOYS concept so much, he invited producers Kevin Spacey and Dana Brunetti up to the Skywalker Ranch

Spielberg on Dreamworks inspiration

Fri, 18 May 2007 11:32:26 -0700

Steven Spielberg describes his original vision for Dreamworks and reflects on the reality of the studio.

Oliver Stone: George W. Has Father Issues

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:43:47 -0700

W. Director Oliver Stone compares George W. Bush and his veiled presidency to the Wizard of Oz

A Veggie Van at Sundance?

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:48:07 -0800

FIELDS OF FUEL director Josh Tickell takes us on a ride in his "Veggie Van" down Main St. FIELDS OF FUEL is in the documentary competition at Sundance.

Big stars bring passion projects to Sundance

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 15:49:04 -0800

Variety reporter, Michael Jones, gives us the latest on The Sundance Film Festival

GOOD DICK premieres at Sundance

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 17:29:51 -0800

The stars of GOOD DICK talk about their film which is in competition at The Sundance Film Festival

Opening Night of Sundance

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:00:21 -0800

IN BRUGES, starring Colin Farrell, kicks off The 2008 Sundance Film Festival

Swag at Sundance

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 13:29:28 -0800

See all the cool freebies celebrities are taking home with them from Sundance.

Quentin Tarantino Back at Sundance

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:54:58 -0800

Executive Producer Quentin Tarantino joins the cast and director of HELL RIDE to talk about the biker film.

Julie Taymor on Across the Universe

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:16:03 -0700

How Director Julie Taymor made a Beatles movie that's not about the Beatles.

Julie Taymor on Cinema vs. Theatre

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:16:01 -0700

ACROSS THE UNIVERSE Director Julie Taymor explains why she created the movie specifically for the big screen unlike broadway-to-film musicals.

Charlize Theron: I Trust My Gut

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:02:34 -0700

SLEEPWALKING producer/actor Charlize Theron talks about how she changes her approach to a script based on whether she is acting in it or producing it

Charlize Theron: Understanding the Passion

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:56:05 -0700

What drew SLEEPWALKING producer/actor Charlize Theron to the film's first-time director

Charlize Theron: I Needed the Right Girl

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:00:03 -0700

SLEEPWALKING producer/actor Charlize Theron wouldn't commit to the project until she found the right young actress to carry the film

Charlize Theron on winning a Golden Globe

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:41:45 -0700

Charlize Theron describes what it felt like to win a Golden Globe.

Cannes Inside Scene: U23D

Mon, 19 May 2008 08:45:20 -0700

Inside Scene from the Cannes Film Festival on the U23D movie world premiere and U2's live performance on red carpet

Mark Wahlberg on THE DEPARTED

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:28:07 -0700

Mark Wahlberg talks about his experiences working with Martin Scorsese on THE DEPARTED.

Denzel on Directing the Great Debaters

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:11:22 -0800

Denzel Washington discusses his experience directing THE GREAT DEBATERS.

Denzel's Secret Negotiator: Mom

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:56:05 -0800

Denzel Washington explains how he relied upon the intervention of his mother at a crucial point in negotiating with Harvey Weinstein.

John Waters on HAIRSPRAY

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 11:30:28 -0700

John Waters discusses the $70 million budget for HAIRSPRAY, and sympathizes with Pee Wee Herman.

John Waters on His Most Difficult Project

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 10:08:28 -0700

John Waters explains why the childern's movie he is trying to make has become the most difficult project he has ever faced.

John Waters on K-Fed

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:20:22 -0700

John Waters professes his love for Kevin Federline and enthuses about the prospect of working with him.

John Waters on TILL DEATH DO US PART

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 08:26:08 -0700

John Waters discusses his new TV show TILL DEATH DO US PART about spousal murders.

John Waters on Villains

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 08:34:59 -0700

John Waters explains why he has always been more attracted to villains in the movies.

Rachel Weisz: I Chased This Role

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 06:52:29 -0700

Rachel Weisz and Adrien Brody disagree with Mark Ruffalo (THE BROTHERS BLOOM) on whether or not persuading someone to give you a role is enjoyable

Forest Whitaker: Walking the Line

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:45:40 -0700

Forest Whitaker (STREET KINGS) poses the question of what happens to morals and ethics when you let emotion control your actions

Forest Whitaker: Letting Go Isn't Easy

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:45:24 -0700

Forest Whitaker talks about being reincarnated with each new acting role

Kate Winslet on Jude Law and the Oscars

Fri, 18 May 2007 11:41:26 -0700

Kate Winslet sticks up for actor Jude Law, revels in the joy of playing a contemporary British woman, and rues the lack of bathroom breaks at the Oscars.

Cannes Inside Scene: Wong Kar Wai

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:29:24 -0700

Inside Scene with Wong Kar Wai at the Cannes Film Festival

Marina Zenovich on Her Polanski Documentary

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 10:45:03 -0700

Filmmaker Marina Zenovich talks about what inspired her to make a documentary about the aftermath of Roman Polanski's guilty plea and subsequent flight from the USA

Marina Zenovich on Polanski's Hope

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 10:58:47 -0700

Filmmaker Marina Zenovich on the most satisfying aspect of completing her documentary ROMAN POLANSKI: WANTED AND DESIRED