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• Jennifer Lawrence Lands Lead Role In 'The Hunger Games'
• Aurora police capture suspected carjacker
• Volunteers nab goose pierced by arrow
• At The Grove: Romeo and 'Dancing' Partner Chelsie
• Mel Gibson -- The ANGRY New Mug Shot
• Portugal.the Man Really Feel Like 'Somebody' at SXSW
• Foo Fighters and Sleigh Bells Rock 2011 mtvU Woodie Awards
• Mel Gibson Praised At SXSW For Uneven 'The Beaver'
• Director Darren Aronofsky Quits 'Wolverine' Sequel
• Brand New Preview for Adaptation of The Comic Book Priest Online!
• Cee Lo Green Obstinate Gnarls Barkley Will Reunite
• The Wolverine Loses Darren Aronofsky
• Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Character Poster Featuring Captain Barbossa
• Jodie Foster Calls Mel Gibson a 'Beloved Actor'
• Black Dub Gives an 'Extra' Exclusive Performance!
• Diamond Rings and PS I Love You Reunite at SXSW
• Sandra Bullock Donates $1 Million To Japanese Disaster Relief
• Darren Aronofsky No Longer Directing The Wolverine!
• Preacher Movie in The Future For Chris Pine, Shia LaBeouf and Alex Pettyfer?
• New Superman ride at Six Flags!!

Jennifer Lawrence Lands Lead Role In 'The Hunger Games' Posted: 17 Mar 2011 11:22 AM PDT Academy Award nominee Jennifer Lawrence will play the coveted role of Katniss Everdeen in "The Hunger Games," which is based on the best-selling young adult book series by Suzanne Collins, accordin... Read More >

Aurora police capture suspected carjacker Posted: 17 Mar 2011 11:02 AM PDT Police have taken a suspected carjacker into custody in the area of 13th Avenue and Xanadu Street in Aurora. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

Volunteers nab goose pierced by arrow Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:33 AM PDT The goose with the arrow in its chest is finally getting some medical attention. Volunteers with the Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center of Denver caught the bird just before 11 a. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now

At The Grove: Romeo and 'Dancing' Partner Chelsie Posted: 17 Mar 2011 11:04 AM PDT "Dancing with the Stars" contestant Percy Romeo Miller Jr., better known as Romeo, stopped by The Grove with his dancing partner Chelsie Hightower to chat with Mario Lopez on Thursday. See the Entire Cast of Season 12 of "Dancing" Romeo revealed he was supposed to star in Season 2 of "Dancing," but had to pull out due to an ankle injury. "And I made a promise to my dad... I'll come back, redeem the Miller legacy." Romeo added, "The only advice my dad gave me... he said, 'Don't wear the shoes,' but I think I'm gonna have to wear the shoes. I'm trying to win!" When Mario asked about the risqué wardrobe, Chelsie chimed in, "I must say I'm very impressed... brought him into wardrobe and he's like, 'I wanna do this,' and I was like okay." Romeo expressed his desire for fans to vote and said, "If ya'll vote for us I might come out shirtless one day!" Watch Romeo and Chelsie sashay their way to the premiere of "Dancing," Monday on ABC.

Mel Gibson -- The ANGRY New Mug Shot Posted: 17 Mar 2011 11:00 AM PDT TMZ has obtained Mel Gibson's new mug shot -- taken late last night in connection with his criminal battery case. As we previously reported, Mel rolled over to the El Segundo Police Department ... Read More >

Portugal.the Man Really Feel Like 'Somebody' at SXSW Posted: 17 Mar 2011 01:40 PM PDT Filed under: Concerts and Tours, News Sarah Millender for AOL "We can make it through the day if we make it through the night" -- the words of Portugal. the Man could definitely sum up the experience of SXSW. The conference was a flurry of sights and sounds Wednesday when Spinner landed at the Do 512 Lounge for an up close and personal performance from this garish group. They wailed on some new tunes from their upcoming album due out in May and finished off strong with their hit 'People Say' as the crowd crooned along. Their psychedelic pop rock sound omnipresent with each new ditty as their music enveloped the tiny room -- the raucous riffs and virtuous keys seemingly moving people close to tears.

Foo Fighters and Sleigh Bells Rock 2011 mtvU Woodie Awards Posted: 17 Mar 2011 01:50 PM PDT Filed under: News, Awards Paul Morigi, WireImage Several lessons were learned Wednesday night at the 2011 mtvU Woodies Awards: Matt and Kim occasionally refuse to show up naked, it's possible to out-Kanye Kanye and Foo Fighters can still rile up an audience after a four-year hiatus. This year's college music festivities were held in Austin to coincide with SXSW, and the transition from New York proved to be an educational one. Actor and comedian Donald Glover, who plays a student himself on NBC's 'Community,' served as the inaugural host of the telecast and was ready to drop some knowledge. "Stop asking your black friends to freestyle," he told the crowd during his opening monologue at Austin Music Hall.

Mel Gibson Praised At SXSW For Uneven 'The Beaver' Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:47 AM PDT A week after actor/director/official Jesus biographer Mel Gibson was sentenced to three years' probation for domestic violence, the Academy Award-winner is facing a new trial in the court of public... Read More >

Director Darren Aronofsky Quits 'Wolverine' Sequel Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:52 AM PDT According to The Hollywood Reporter, Darren Aronofsky is bowing out of directing 20th Century Fox's sequel The Wolverine, saying the project would keep him out of the country for too long. Fox an... Read More >

Brand New Preview for Adaptation of The Comic Book Priest Online! Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:30 AM PDT Priest is set in a world ravaged by centuries of war between man and vampires. Paul Bettany is Priest, a legendary warrior priest during the last Vampire War, who now lives in obscurity among the other human inhabitants in walled-in dystopian cities controlled by the Church. But when his 18-year-old niece is abducted by a murderous pack of vampires in the desolate wastelands outside, Priest breaks his sacred vows and ventures out to find her and seek vengeance upon those responsible, especially their brutal leader (Karl Urban). Priest is joined on his crusade by his niece's boyfriend, Hicks (Cam Gigandet), a local outpost sheriff, and Priestess (Maggie Q), a member of his former legion of vampire-killers who has otherworldly fighting skills. LEEE777 - Released in 3D and 2D cinemas on May 13.

Cee Lo Green Obstinate Gnarls Barkley Will Reunite Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:45 AM PDT Cee Lo Green has spoken out to dispel speculation he won't ever reform Gnarls Barkley, insisting he will one day work with musical partner Danger Mouse again. The rapper/singer and his DJ pal hav... Read More >

The Wolverine Loses Darren Aronofsky Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:27 AM PDT Darren Aronofsky has pulled out of the 20th Century Fox sequel The Wolverine. It is believed that the director's recent divorce from actress Rachel Weisz and the custody of his son were main reasons he stepped away from the project. Here's a statement Darren Aronofsky issued. "As I talked more about the film with my collaborators at Fox, it became clear that the production of The Wolverine would keep me out of the country for almost a year. I was not comfortable being away from my family for that length of time. I am sad that I won't be able to see the project through, as it is a terrific script and I was very much looking forward to working with my friend, Hugh Jackman, again." Here's the statement that 20th Century Fox issued after the director's decision to leave the project. "While we are of course disappointed that Darren can't do The Wolverine, we also understand and respect his reasons. Having done both The Wrestler and Black Swan with Darren, we know he is an extraordinary talent and we look forward to working with him on other projects in the future. Hugh Jackman and Fox both remain fully committed to making The Wolverine. We will regroup and move forward aggressively." The Wolverine was supposed to start production in April. Now those plans will likely have to be pushed. The Wolverine comes to theaters in 2012 and stars Hugh Jackman. The film is directed by Darren Aronofsky.

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Character Poster Featuring Captain Barbossa Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:22 AM PDT The latest Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides character poster has arrived. This new image shines a light on returning favorite Captain Barbossa, as played by Oscar-winning actor Geoffrey "Rose" Rush. In this latest high seas adventure, Barbossa must form an alliance with former enemy Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) in a race to find the Fountain of Youth. Check out this bad man of the ocean below. Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides comes to theaters May 20th, 2011 and stars Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Penélope Cruz, Ian McShane, Richard Griffiths, Judi Dench, Stephen Graham, Gemma Ward. The film is directed by Rob Marshall.

Jodie Foster Calls Mel Gibson a 'Beloved Actor' Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:59 AM PDT Director/actress Jodie Foster praised her co-star Mel Gibson at the SXSW film festival premiere of their dramedy "The Beaver." "He's perhaps the most beloved actor I've worked with in my entire life." Foster told "Extra" about working with Gibson. "Everybody loves Mel." In the quirky film, Gibson plays a man battling mental illness, who only communicates with his worried family through a beaver hand puppet. Vote in our "Extra" poll! Foster said about his role, "He makes it easy because he's such an amazing director. So he kind of brings that perspective as an actor and helps the actors as well. Just made it easy." The actor missed the premiere in Austin because he was turning himself in to the authorities as part of his plea deal on a misdemeanor battery charge.

Black Dub Gives an 'Extra' Exclusive Performance! Posted: 17 Mar 2011 11:13 AM PDT Black Dub, the enigmatically eclectic new quartet helmed by guitarist and Grammy award-winning producer Daniel Lanois, has released their self-titled debut album. The band features Lanois on guitar, New Orleans virtuoso Brian Blade on drums, lead singer Trixie Whitley, the beautiful 22-year-old daughter of the late, great Texas bluesman, Chris Whitley, and rounding out the quartet is famed Louisiana bass player Daryl Johnson. Watch the group interviews and performing their single "Surly"!

Diamond Rings and PS I Love You Reunite at SXSW Posted: 17 Mar 2011 01:30 PM PDT Filed under: Concerts and Tours, Exclusive, New Releases Jess Baumung | Paper Bag Records Diamond Rings may have just gotten off a big-ticket support slot with Swedish pop star Robyn, but he hasn't forgotten his indie roots. The rising experimental pop act has reconnected with garage duo PS I Love You for a recent tour culminating at this week's SXSW. He's also collaborated with his fellow Ontarians for the song 'Special Affections,' to be released on seven-inch March 29. "As fun as its been playing bigger stages and seeing another side of the wide world of music, it'll be nice to step back a little into what I'm familiar with and play with a band I'm familiar with," Diamond Rings, aka John O'Regan, tells Spinner. "It'll be nice to play for some people that maybe couldn't afford $40 tickets and $10 drink tickets."

Sandra Bullock Donates $1 Million To Japanese Disaster Relief Posted: 17 Mar 2011 10:16 AM PDT Generous Sandra Bullock has donated $1 million to help the relief effort following Japan's earthquake and tsunami disasters last week. The move follows a similar hand-out from the kind-hearted Os... Read More >

Darren Aronofsky No Longer Directing The Wolverine! Posted: 17 Mar 2011 09:55 AM PDT This is something that most of us didn't want to see. But according to this new report, Darren Aronofsky will not direct The Wolverine: Stated Aronofsky: "As I talked more about the film with my collaborators at Fox, it became clear that the production of 'The Wolverine' would keep me out of the country for almost a year. I was not comfortable being away from my family for that length of time. I am sad that I won't be able to see the project through, as it is a terrific script and I was very much looking forward to working with my friend, Hugh Jackman, again." Stated Twentieth Century Fox: "While we are of course disappointed that Darren can't do 'The Wolverine', we also understand and respect his reasons. Having done both 'The Wrestler' and 'Black Swan' with Darren, we know he is an extraordinary talent and we look forward to working with

Preacher Movie in The Future For Chris Pine, Shia LaBeouf and Alex Pettyfer? Posted: 17 Mar 2011 09:50 AM PDT D.J. Caruso says he wants Chris Pine (who played Captain Kirk in Star Trek) for Jesse Custer, also Arseface for Shia LaBeouf and Alex Pettyfer playing the Saint of Killers. The Preacher casting as yet, is nothing but talk and nothings official, but fingers crossed. Rencontre avec D.J Caruso et Alex Pettyfer by cloneweb LEEE777 - LaBeauf is interested in playing Arseface by the way, damn that guys got balls.

New Superman ride at Six Flags!! Posted: 16 Mar 2011 08:53 PM PDT For those who love roller-coasters, you'll all get a kick out of this! "LANCASTER, Calif. (KABC) -- Six Flags Magic Mountain is taking riders to the next level of extreme on Superman: Escape from Krypton. The newly designed, sleeker Superman cars catapult you backwards, shooting straight up a 41-story tower. Riders get to the top of the tracks in just seven seconds. Riders will hang for a moment face down, with a birds-eye view of the entire Santa Clarita Valley before plunging back to ground level. Superman: Escape from Krypton opens March 19" This is GREAT news Superman-fans! Hopefully this ride can compete with all the other Superhero-themed roller coasters that have been springing up lately! This is also great news leading up to the hopefully wonderful reboot. Things are definitely looking up for "Big Blue"! Hopefully you all can hold your lunch, I know I won't be able to, this ride sounds

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