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Viggo Mortensen blasts editing
Feb 11, 2012, 10:00 GMT
Viggo Mortensen says a poor performance by an actor can often be the result of bad editing. ... more
David Cronenberg's spanking worries
Feb 10, 2012, 6:01 GMT
David Cronenberg believes the spanking scene between Keira Knightley and Michael Fassbender in 'A Dangerous Method' receives too much attention. ... more
Viggo Mortensen loves to joke around on set
Feb 7, 2012, 6:02 GMT
Viggo Mortensen says he has made three movies with director David Cronenberg because be likes the fun atmosphere on set. ... more
A Dangerous Method UK Gala Premiere Pictures
Feb 1, 2012, 20:04 GMT
We have added a new set of pictures from the event A Dangerous Method UK Gala Premiere. ... moreViggo Mortensen blasts `rude and selfish` actors
Dec 10, 2011, 16:19 GMT
Viggo Mortensen has blasted fellow actors who leave work early as 'rude and selfish'. ... more
55th Annual Times BFI London Film Festival A Dangerous Method Premiere Pictures
Oct 26, 2011, 12:41 GMT
We have added a new set of pictures from the event 55th Annual Times BFI London Film Festival A Dangerous Method Premiere. ... moreThe Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy (Extended Edition) – Blu-ray Review
Jul 11, 2011, 15:27 GMT
Director Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy (Extended Edition) arrives on Blu-ray looking incredible and well worth the price – even if the lack of any new special features is a bit of a letdown. ... moreTrailer for David Cronenberg's Sigmund Freud movie 'A Dangerous Method'
Jun 22, 2011, 19:55 GMT
We have added the first trailer for Sony Pictures Classics and director David Cronenberg's, 'A Dangerous Method.' The film stars Keira Knightley, Viggo Mortenson and Michael Fassbender.... more
Game of Thrones branded food trucks to LA, free eats, excellent series
Apr 5, 2011, 2:45 GMT
On Saturday I locked myself away in my home and watched ALL SIX sent episodes from HBO of 'Game of Thrones.' ... moreDiane Lane to be mother of 'Superman'
Mar 3, 2011, 20:37 GMT
Diane Lane will play Martha Kent in Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures' Superman reboot 'Superman: Man of Steel,' opposite Henry Cavill as Superman.
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Kristen Stewart in talks for 'Snow White'
Jan 27, 2011, 20:53 GMT
'Twilight' star Kristen Stewart is being considered for the iconic role of Snow White in Universal's 'Snow White and the Huntsman,' a retelling of the classic Grimm fairy tale. ... more
Fellowship of the Rings, The Two Towers, Return of the King - Blu-ray Review
Sep 17, 2010, 17:40 GMT
“One ring to rule them all.” Multiple releases the bind them. As any Lord of the Rings fan knows, Peter Jackson’s sweeping, award winning film versions have had multiple releases on DVD. So why would Blu-ray be different? Now each film is released on its own on Blu-ray. ... moreThe Road – DVD Review
May 31, 2010, 15:52 GMT
An adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s 2006 bestseller of the same name (my favorite book of a couple years), my expectations were reasonably high and director John Hillcoat was able to portray the barren post-apocalyptic landscapes beautifully. ... moreWeta's Richard Taylor talks Lord of the Rings Blu-ray edition
Apr 18, 2010, 12:17 GMT
Richard Taylor is the co-founder and co-director of the celebrated New Zealand-based Weta companies. He is the creative director of the Weta Workshop that he started with his partner Tania over 20 years ago. They wanted to develop a special effects company for the local film and TV businesses in New Zealand. ... moreThe Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy - Blu-ray Review
Apr 5, 2010, 18:15 GMT
So let’s go ahead and address the cave troll in the room - yes, after years of waiting for the ‘Lord of the Rings’ pics to arrive on Blu-ray, we get the theatrical versions only with no new extras. By the foul feet of the orcs, what were they thinking?! ... more82nd Oscar Nominated Makeup Artist and Hairstylist Symposium announced
Jan 19, 2010, 18:22 GMT
Academy Governor Leonard Engelman has sent to Monsters and Critics the seven films selected for the makeup and hair styling arts for this year's Oscar race. ... moreHistory Channel's 'The People Speak,’ and disagree, Dec. 13
Dec 13, 2009, 23:48 GMT
Tune in alert for History Channel's airing Sunday, December 13 of 'The People Speak' where Hollywood reads excepted historical documents and letters illustrating divisive moments that are all part of our fractious American history. ... moreViggo Mortensen's a big kidder
Dec 7, 2009, 5:01 GMT
Viggo Mortensen played a prank on Elijah Wood every day for six weeks. ... moreViggo Mortensen's paternal worries
Dec 2, 2009, 9:27 GMT
Viggo Mortensen has always been a worried father. ... moreIn Pictures: 'The People Speak New York Premiere'
Nov 21, 2009, 12:51 GMT
We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'The People Speak New York Premiere'. ... moreIn Pictures: 'Venice Film Festival Premieres'
Sep 4, 2009, 15:42 GMT
We have added a new set of pictures from the event 'Venice Film Festival Premieres'. ... moreViggo Mortensen to quit acting?
Apr 5, 2009, 4:01 GMT
Viggo Mortensen is quitting movies. ... moreViggo Mortensen may quit Hollywood
Apr 4, 2009, 21:38 GMT
Distressing news from a published interview in the Times Online with actor Viggo Mortensen, who claims he has had it with press junkets and the trappings of the feature film business. ... moreA History of Violence – Blu-ray Review
Mar 2, 2009, 14:13 GMT
David Cronenberg’s A History of Violence arrives on Blu-ray looking sharp, and still packing the same blend of drama and suspense that made it impossible to dismiss at the big screen and on DVD. ... moreViggo Mortensen's concerned about the art, not awards
Feb 14, 2009, 14:45 GMT
Viggo Mortensen isn't interested in winning awards. ... moreGood - Movie Review
Jan 23, 2009, 15:54 GMT
'Good' is good news for Viggo Mortensen in that he gets to flex his acting chops in a new direction. But thin directing and screenwriting fail to provide the power needed to bring his performance to life. ... moreAppaloosa – Blu-ray Review
Jan 13, 2009, 19:22 GMT
Appaloosa is a slow-paced western that will remind you of the great classics of the genre. The film looks incredible on Blu-ray, and is a faithful adaptation of the equally classic Robert B. Parker novel. ... moreIn photos: 'Good' New York Premiere
Dec 15, 2008, 5:52 GMT
We have added a new set of images from the event ''Good' New York Premiere.' ... moreAppaloosa – Soundtrack Review
Dec 1, 2008, 14:15 GMT
There is a continuing musical theme through many of the tracks on Jeff Beal's soundtrack for Appaloosa but it changes, to keep the listener interested. Most of the 25 tracks are short and I enjoyed the way the violins, banjo, drums, trumpet were utilized. The music flowed together in continuity, had a country/western feel. ... moreViggo Mortensen: 'Time to talk about real issues'
Sep 20, 2008, 4:07 GMT
Star of last year's brilliant film 'Eastern Promises' and this year's recently released 'Appaloosa,' David Cronenberg muse and friend Viggo Mortensen has been a vocal anti-war proponent, and supported Democrat Dennis Kucinich during the primaries. ... moreMortensen and Harris in new 'Appaloosa' trailer!
Aug 8, 2008, 9:15 GMT
We have added the trailer for Ed Harris's upcoming western drama, 'Appaloosa'. The film stars Ed Harris, Viggo Mortensen and Renee Zellweger. ... moreViggo Mortensen: Every sin left a mark in 'Eastern Promises'
Feb 25, 2008, 20:40 GMT
The film 'Eastern Promises' did not get am Oscar nomination, nor did the director David Cronenberg who reteamed with his 'A History of Violence' leading man and friend, Viggo Mortensen. ... moreViggo Mortensen is Oscar-shy
Feb 23, 2008, 7:35 GMT
Viggo Mortensen is not looking forward to the Oscars on Sunday (24.02.08). ... moreViggo Mortensen to respect striking writers
Jan 23, 2008, 13:30 GMT
Viggo Mortensen will respect the WGA until the strike is resolved. ... moreCharlize Theron joins The Road
Jan 15, 2008, 15:58 GMT
Charlize Theron is set to join Viggo Mortensen in the film adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's bestselling novel 'The Road.' The film is being brought to the screen by 2929 Entertainment with Dimension Films set to distribute it domestically. ... moreDVD Review: Eastern Promises
Dec 24, 2007, 11:21 GMT
David Cronenberg and Viggo Mortensen score once again with this violent thriller about the Russian criminal element. The film has shades of the Godfather, but has an uglier and perhaps more realistic view of this seedy side of society. Both the directing and acting is top notch. ... moreInterview with Stéphan Dupuis and Viggo Mortensen: Every sin leaves a mark in 'Eastern Promises'
Dec 20, 2007, 11:47 GMT
David Cronenberg's most recent film, 'Eastern Promises' showcases London's Russian vory v zakone, or 'thieves in law,' - a shady underworld of criminals who are bound by an 18-point code of conduct, and etch their histories and deeds in their flesh with elaborate tattoos that cover their entire bodies. ... moreM&C’s giving away 5 copies of Eastern Promises
Dec 19, 2007, 22:36 GMT
Viggo Mortensen stars with Academy Award nominee Naomi Watts in Eastern Promises - an edge-of-your-seat thriller that delivers non-stop action and suspense. The DVD hits store shelves on Dec. 23rd, but M&C is giving away 5 copies! ... moreEastern Promises arrives on DVD and HD DVD in December
Nov 15, 2007, 16:55 GMT
Viggo Mortenson stars with Academy Award nominee Naomi Watts in Eastern Promises – which arrives on DVD and HD DVD on December 26th from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. ... moreViggo Mortensen's painful nudity
Oct 22, 2007, 8:30 GMT
Viggo Mortensen's naked fight scene for 'Eastern Promises' was 'slippery, painful and embarrassing.' ... more
Viggo Mortensen's mafia mistake
Oct 1, 2007, 7:00 GMT
Viggo Mortensen has been mistaken for a member of the mafia. ... more
Viggo Mortensen catapaulted to worldwide top star
Sep 21, 2007, 1:29 GMT
There are many wonderful things to say about director David Cronenberg's 'Eastern Promises' - set to open the San Sebastian Film festival in Spain. ... moreMovie Review 2: Eastern Promises
Sep 14, 2007, 17:57 GMT
A mysterious crime family with smoldering secrets plays with sharp objects off the filthy backwaters of the Thames. Cronenberg and Mortensen are at it again, with relish! ... moreDVD Review: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (Theatrical and Extended Limited Edition)
Sep 28, 2006, 18:50 GMT
You’d have to be a troll turned to stone by the first light of day to have not heard of Peter Jackson’s adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of Rings trilogy. Just when you thought that they couldn’t release another version, New Line brings them out in limited editions. To buy or not to buy, that is the question – read on for a potential answer. ... moreDVD Review: Crimson Tide (Unrated Extended Edition)
May 22, 2006, 19:22 GMT
Most films produced by Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer fall under the same umbrella: loud, bombastic, ultramasculine, adrenaline/cocaine infused, mindless, forgettable, but loads of guilty fun to watch and enjoy. ... moreViggo returns to swordplay
Dec 23, 2005, 21:42 GMT
Aragorn seeks Spanish language adventure in 'Alatrieste' ... moreMovie Review: A History of Violence
Sep 30, 2005, 10:37 GMT
Tom Stall (Viggo Mortensen) is a gentle, soft-spoken, almost painfully ordinary man from a quiet, almost painfully ordinary small town, and he has a secret. ... moreNew stills from A History of Violence
Jul 24, 2005, 9:21 GMT
Viggo Mortensen in A History of Violence
Jan 1, 2005, 23:29 GMT
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