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Sacha Baron Cohen's Hilarious Stunt Steals The Show At Bafta-la Britannia Awards
Sacha Baron Cohen not only left the Beverly Hilton with the highest honour awarded for comedy by the BAFTA-LA ‘s annual Britannia Awards, but also left with the audience either still in shock or holding...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 11 November 2013
Julia Roberts Praises Pal George Clooney At Bafta La Awards
Julia Roberts honoured her friend George Clooney at the 2013 BAFTA LA Awards on Saturday night (09.11.13).The 'Pretty Woman' actress praised the Hollywood heavyweight for his acting talent as well as his ''gifted prankster'' skills...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 10 November 2013
George Clooney, Sacha Baron Cohen Among Most Colorful Honorees At Bafta La Britannia Awards
Last night’s BAFTA LA Britannia awards were definitely George Clooney’s time to shine. Except for the prank that actor Sacha Baron Cohen couldn’t help himself from pulling, that is. Clooney and Baron Cohen were both...
By Victoria Pavlova in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 10 November 2013
Harper’S Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards 2013
It was time for the Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards 2013 in London on Tuesday night (November 5, 2013) at the famous Claridge’s hotel. The likes of Rita Ora, Victoria Beckham and Mick...
By Michael West in Fashion / Beauty on 08 November 2013
Mandela Film Gets White House Treatment
'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' will get a presidential screening this week.United States leader Barack Obama, who enjoys a friendship with the film's subject Nelson Mandela, will host a special screening of the new biopic...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 05 November 2013
President Obama To Host Mandela Biopic Screening
Idris Elba's new Nelson Mandela biopic has landed another major screening - at the White House.U.S. leader Barack Obama will host the cast of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom at a presidential screening later this...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 November 2013
Predictions Place Thor: The Dark World As The Top Contender For The Us Weekend Box Office
Thor: The Dark World is nearing its US release – Friday, November 8th, as the primary contender for the weekend box office. In the UK, where the movie was released last week, it raked in...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 November 2013
Idris Elba Makes 'Mandela' Premiere Despite Mid-air Asthma Attack
Idris Elba managed to attend the South African movie of his Nelson Mandela movie Long Walk to Freedom despite being hospitalized following an asthma attack while travelling to the country. The 41-year-old actor was taken...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 November 2013
South African Premiere Of "Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom" Preceded By Special Screening For Nelson Mandela
The Nelson Mandela biopic Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom, saw its most important premiere event recently – a screening in South Africa, attended by the man himself. Mandela spent 27 years in prison for his...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 November 2013
Idris Elba Hospitalized After Asthma Attack On Airplane
Idris Elba was rushed to hospital after he suffered an asthma attack on an airplane headed for South Africa.The British actor, who stars in 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom,' was scheduled to fly to Johannesburg...
By Nick Hill in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 November 2013
Idris Elba Hospitalised After Suffering Asthma Attack On Way To South Africa
Idris Elba has been admitted to a unspecified UK hospital after suffering an asthma attack whilst on his way to the premiere of new film Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. The Brit-actor suffered the attack...
By Joe Wilde in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 02 November 2013
Idris Elba Thought Nelson Mandela Role Offer Was A Joke
Actor Idris Elba thought his agent was joking when was offered the part of Nelson Mandela in a new biopic about the South African leader.The Wire star plays the iconic activist and politician in Mandela:...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 October 2013
Liam Gallagher Starts Martial Arts
Liam Gallagher has taken up martial arts.The Beady Eye frontman has been releasing his pent-up aggression following the breakdown of his marriage to Nicole Appleton with some private lessons in karate at his home in...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 24 October 2013
Guillermo Del Toro Writing Pacific Rim 2
Guillermo del Toro is writing a sequel to 'Pacific Rim'.The filmmaker has confirmed he has begun work on a follow-up to his blockbuster monsters-versus-robots movie, but insists it's up to Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 October 2013
Idris Elba Joins Damon Albarn's Africa Express Project In Mali
Idris Elba has put his acting work on hold to join Damon Albarn's Africa Express project in Mali.The Wire star and Albarn have begun holding live performances with local musicians at the Maison des Jeunes...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 14 October 2013
Idris Elba: Fame Has Ruined My Love Life
Idris Elba claims fame has ruined his love life.The 'Pacific Rim' actor - who has 11-year-old daughter, Isan, with his ex-wife Dormowa Sherman - admits the only women who approach him nowadays are autograph-hunters, and...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 03 October 2013
Idris Elba's 'Tragic' Paternity Revelation
Idris Elba was devastated when he discovered his ex-girlfriend's child wasn't his.The 'Luther' actor admits the moment a paternity test confirmed his US-based ex - whom he dated for several years - had been lying...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 20 September 2013
National Television Awards Debuts 'Detective Of The Year': Sherlock, Or Luther?
Such has been the intense appetite for gritty crime drama in Britain over the past couple of years - thanks to a slew of excellent Scandinavian shows - the National Television Awards has launched a...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 September 2013
Oscars Talk A Tad Early For Idris Elba's Mandela, Mixed Reviews Damage Chances
Idris Elba – one of the more exciting actors of his generation – portraying Nelson Mandela – one of the most important men for many generations – sounded like a sure-fire hit. The early reviews...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 September 2013
Which Film Will Get An Oscars Boost At The Toronto Film Festival 2013?
The Toronto Film Festival has grown into one of the most important events in the movie calendar. Following the prestigious and glamorous Cannes and Venice festivals, it’s the sheer scale of Toronto’s slate that gives...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 September 2013
Idris Elba Returns To Screens As The Hardened British Detective 'Luther'
Luther is set to make a return to our screens for the third season. The psychological thriller starring Idris Elba as John Luther will begin as it finished, an intriguing and intense experience for all...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 September 2013
Idris Elba Returns For 'Luther' Season Three; The Last 'Luther' Season?
It's been almost a year, but we will finally have Detective Chief Inspector John Luther back on our screens tonight; Tuesday 3 September, for more epic, brooding police drama. BBC America will air the first...
By Joe Wilde in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 September 2013
Does A Luther Movie Mean No More Tv Show? Apparently Not... Intrigued
Idris Elba has hinted that, just because Luther – his popular BBC crime drama – is set to hit the big screen, there may still be some action for small screen fans of the maverick...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 September 2013
'Luther' Says Goodbye To Television, Is A Movie Adaptation On The Horizon?
Idris Elba’s time as TV detective John Luther is coming to a close, as the actor moves on to bigger and better things – this year, he has already starred in Pacific Rim and the...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 August 2013
Predicting The Oscars 2014: Is George Clooney Guaranteed An Academy Award?
Six months of anticipation for four hours of award giving: that’s what you signed up for. The Oscars 2014 has its host, and now it has its favorites. Which director will be hurtling through an...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 August 2013
Movie Prequel Will See Idris Elba Continue Luther's Story
Neil Cross, the creator of the acclaimed BBC series Luther, starring Idris Elba, has announced plans for a big-screen movie version following the success of the show's third season.Idris Elba as DCI John Luther"I've written...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 August 2013
Bad News: No More Luther On Tv. Good News: Luther Movie!
Anyone who enjoys curling up on the sofa in front of the BBC’s Luther will be disappointed; you’ll have to put some clothes on and head to the cinema to see Idris Elba’s next incarnation...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 August 2013
A Week In Movies: Ford Joins The Expendables, Thor Strikes Back, And Get Ready For The Biopics
The big news this week was that Harrison Ford will join the Expendables for their third film adventure. Sylvester Stallone tweeted the announcement, then went on to mention that Bruce Willis won't be around this...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 August 2013
Lawson And Idris Elba Added To V Festival Line Up
Lawson and Idris Elba have joined the Virgin Media V Festival line up. The 'Taking Over Me' hitmakers will perform hits including their top 10 tune 'Brokenhearted' at the music extravaganza, which takes place across...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 26 July 2013
Nelson Mandela Biopic To Debut At Toronto Film Festival
The highly anticipated Nelson Mandela biopic, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, will premiere in Canada at the Toronto Film Festival. The film – already collecting Oscar momentum – sees Idris Elba take the leading role,...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 24 July 2013
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