When one mentions an "Olsen," people immediately assume it's either Mary-Kate or Ashley. But it's the famous twins' younger sister, Elizabeth Olsen, who's making headlines now.
Olsen, 21, is currently taking time off from her studies at NYU, and is promoting not one, but two films at the Sundance Film Festival, according to the Huffington Post.
She gets her first glimpse of the spotlight in 'Martha Marcy May Marlene,' where she plays a young woman trying to reclaim her identity after escaping a cult. And Olsen, who, according to the Internet Movie Database, hasn't had a film role since 'The Adventures of Mary-Kate & Ashley,' understands the importance of her new role.
"It's hard for independent films when they want to get money," Olsen told the Huffington Post. "And to have a lead be an unknown -- it's kind of a risk for people to take. And so the fact that they took that risk was like made my year, my life ... It was really exciting."
Her other film, 'Silent House,' is a unique one, especially for someone with a theater background. It's one continous shot following Olsen's character as she begins to suspect her house is haunted.
"When I was auditioning, I was like, 'Just so you know I'm used to the medium of theater, so like I can stand on my feet for this long,'" she said.
Olsen may come from a theater background, but she's no stranger to movie sets -- or paparazzi. The lenses, however, are usually focused on her 24-year-old sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley, who have been on camera since they were infants on 'Full House.'
"I just think it's crazy in general, but I want to be an actor –- and I have since I was a little girl –- and if that happens, then you figure out how to deal with it where it doesn't completely infringe upon your life," Olsen said. "I haven't experienced that personally yet. Hopefully I don't have to but I think it's a really weird part of this business."
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Monday, January 24, 2011
Hollywood’s Newest Olsen Makes Sundance Debut
The younger sister of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen is breaking into showbiz with two buzzed-about films at the Sundance Film Festival.
Elizabeth Olsen, 21, stars in “Silent House,” directed by the filmmakers who made the 2004 indy hit “Open Water.” When it debuted at Sundance, it was sold to Lionsgate for more than $2 million.
Based on a film from Uruguay called “La Casa Muda,” '‘Silent House” is one continuous take as Olsen’s character begins to suspect her summer house may be haunted. Olsen compares shooting the film to theater, which she started doing as a child.
“When I was auditioning, I was like, ‘Just so you know I’m used to the medium of theater, so like I can stand on my feet for this long,’” she laughs.
Olsen’s other film at Sundance is “Martha Macy May Marlene,” where she plays a young women trying to readjust to life after escaping from a cult.
“It’s hard for independent films when they want to get money,” said Olsen. “And to have a lead be an unknown — it’s kind of a risk for people to take. And so the fact that they took that risk was like made my year, my life, I don’t know! It was really exciting.”
The actress may be enthusiastic about her career but turns serious when it comes to the idea of being a tabloid target like her big sisters, now 24, who are chased constantly by paparazzi. The Olsen twins have been in the spotlight since they were hired as infants to share a role in the TV comedy “Full House.”
“When I would go shopping with my sisters when I was younger, it would be dangerous. People would almost get us into car accidents. I just think it’s crazy in general but I want to be an actor — and I have since I was a little girl — and if that happens, then you figure out how to deal with it where it doesn’t completely infringe upon your life,” said Olsen. “I haven’t experienced that personally yet. Hopefully I don’t have to but I think it’s a really weird part of this business.”
Elizabeth Olsen, 21, stars in “Silent House,” directed by the filmmakers who made the 2004 indy hit “Open Water.” When it debuted at Sundance, it was sold to Lionsgate for more than $2 million.
Based on a film from Uruguay called “La Casa Muda,” '‘Silent House” is one continuous take as Olsen’s character begins to suspect her summer house may be haunted. Olsen compares shooting the film to theater, which she started doing as a child.
“When I was auditioning, I was like, ‘Just so you know I’m used to the medium of theater, so like I can stand on my feet for this long,’” she laughs.
Olsen’s other film at Sundance is “Martha Macy May Marlene,” where she plays a young women trying to readjust to life after escaping from a cult.
“It’s hard for independent films when they want to get money,” said Olsen. “And to have a lead be an unknown — it’s kind of a risk for people to take. And so the fact that they took that risk was like made my year, my life, I don’t know! It was really exciting.”
The actress may be enthusiastic about her career but turns serious when it comes to the idea of being a tabloid target like her big sisters, now 24, who are chased constantly by paparazzi. The Olsen twins have been in the spotlight since they were hired as infants to share a role in the TV comedy “Full House.”
“When I would go shopping with my sisters when I was younger, it would be dangerous. People would almost get us into car accidents. I just think it’s crazy in general but I want to be an actor — and I have since I was a little girl — and if that happens, then you figure out how to deal with it where it doesn’t completely infringe upon your life,” said Olsen. “I haven’t experienced that personally yet. Hopefully I don’t have to but I think it’s a really weird part of this business.”
Friday, January 21, 2011
MJ's 'Moonwalker' -- U.S. Movie Debut Imminent
"Moonwalker" -- a collection of short films made by MJ in 1988 -- was never released theatrically in the United States ... but one L.A. movie theater is finally trying to make it happen ... for one night only.
TMZ has learned ArcLight Cinemas in Hollywood is on the hunt for a film print of the 1988 cult classic ... after MJ fans flooded the A.C. Facebook page with the challenging request.
According to reports, "Moonwalker" was never theatrically released in America because of failed negotiations with U.S. movie distributors back in the day ... however the flick was eventually released in The States on VHS.
FYI -- "Moonwalker" featured a super-iconic 25-minute featurette for "Smooth Criminal" ... which included an awesome cameo by Joe Pesci.
ArcLight claims they're actively searching for the print -- we'll let you know if the search succeeds.
TMZ has learned ArcLight Cinemas in Hollywood is on the hunt for a film print of the 1988 cult classic ... after MJ fans flooded the A.C. Facebook page with the challenging request.
According to reports, "Moonwalker" was never theatrically released in America because of failed negotiations with U.S. movie distributors back in the day ... however the flick was eventually released in The States on VHS.
FYI -- "Moonwalker" featured a super-iconic 25-minute featurette for "Smooth Criminal" ... which included an awesome cameo by Joe Pesci.
ArcLight claims they're actively searching for the print -- we'll let you know if the search succeeds.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
'Piers Morgan Tonight' Debut Watched By More Than 2 Million Viewers
Piers Morgan made his debut Monday night in the 9 PM hour on CNN, filling the timeslot left vacant by Larry King, and the show brought in more than 2 million viewers for the network.
The former tabloid editor and original "Celebrity Apprentice" winner came in second behind Fox News Channel's "Hannity," by a few hundred thousand viewers. Piers came in above MSNBC's "Rachel Maddow Show."
His ratings in comparison to Larry King's were high – bringing in a jump in audience by 219% over CNN's fourth quarter average in 2010.
Piers was no doubt helped in his stellar ratings by his first guest – Oprah Winfrey – who opened up about a number of the topics she's addressed in the media lately, including her friendship with Gayle King, her childhood ambition to become a fourth grade teacher, and how much she's given to charity (at her estimate, more than 0 million).
Piers Tweeted live during his first show, giving Twitter readers updates over what topics were coming up in his pre-taped interview.
"Watch Oprah's eye contact - she never looks away from me," he wrote.
At another point, Piers Tweeted Michael Vick, asking him to say, 'Yes' to his interview request. Piers Tweeted "Hey @MikeVick - how about it? I'll cut you in for 0," after he and Oprah – who is also pursuing a sit-down with the football star who was jailed for his involvement in a dog-fighting ring – made a wager over who would get him first. Piers and Oprah bet 200 British pounds.
The Brit then went on to reTweet a host of praise he received for his interview, and when Ryan Seacrest asked his own followers for their opinions on Piers' debut, Piers chimed in himself, calling it "brilliant."
On Tuesday morning, Piers went wild on Twitter over his reviews, asking his followers to help him find a bad review of his show.
"Come on, I need a REALLY rough one. A review so vile it's going to make me go and jump off Brooklyn Bridge, after immolating myself," he wrote.
What he eventually found was a meek adjective he took issue with.
"OK, reviews deteriorating nicely now. New York Times says I'm 'timid'. WHAAATTT???? Never had such despicable slur," he Tweeted.
For Tuesday's show, Piers has lined up a pre-taped interview with Sirius XM shock jock Howard Stern. On Wednesday, he'll have Condoleeza Rice. On Thursday, he reportedly is bringing in controversial Golden Globes host Ricky Gervais, in another pre-taped interview. Friday's show will feature father / son humanitarians Nick and George Clooney.
In related Piers news, he recently told Entertainment Weekly that he has added to his "Banned List." Heather Mills, whom Piers claimed he introduced to Paul McCartney, MSNBC's Keith Olbermann, Tony Blair's wife Cherie, and his fellow "America's Got Talent" judge Howie Mandel have all joined Madonna as unwelcome guests.
Piers opened up to Access Hollywood's Billy Bush last week, revealing for the first time, why Madonna got a lifetime ban from his show.
"Madonna and I, we've never really seen eye-to-eye," Piers said. "There was a bread roll throwing incident in London in the mid '90s; there was an incident at a hotel in the south of France [at] the Cannes Film Festival involving a photographer and a bodyguard; there's been an incident involving a pub owned by her recently departed husband, Guy Ritchie, where my brother was the manager."
But that isn't the only reason she's been banned. Piers claimed he lost a scoop on a Madonna story due to her rep.
"You know the worst thing Madonna did to me? Madonna's publicist once said to me, 'Listen to me, Madonna is not pregnant,' when I was running a newspaper. And I said, 'Are you sure?' She said, 'Listen to me, Piers. Madonna is not pregnant.'
"The next day, they announced [the news] on a rival newspaper's website," Piers continued. "There's a series of crimes."
A rep for Madonna's rep did not respond to a previous request for comment from Access over Piers' claim.
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The former tabloid editor and original "Celebrity Apprentice" winner came in second behind Fox News Channel's "Hannity," by a few hundred thousand viewers. Piers came in above MSNBC's "Rachel Maddow Show."
His ratings in comparison to Larry King's were high – bringing in a jump in audience by 219% over CNN's fourth quarter average in 2010.
Piers was no doubt helped in his stellar ratings by his first guest – Oprah Winfrey – who opened up about a number of the topics she's addressed in the media lately, including her friendship with Gayle King, her childhood ambition to become a fourth grade teacher, and how much she's given to charity (at her estimate, more than 0 million).
Piers Tweeted live during his first show, giving Twitter readers updates over what topics were coming up in his pre-taped interview.
"Watch Oprah's eye contact - she never looks away from me," he wrote.
At another point, Piers Tweeted Michael Vick, asking him to say, 'Yes' to his interview request. Piers Tweeted "Hey @MikeVick - how about it? I'll cut you in for 0," after he and Oprah – who is also pursuing a sit-down with the football star who was jailed for his involvement in a dog-fighting ring – made a wager over who would get him first. Piers and Oprah bet 200 British pounds.
The Brit then went on to reTweet a host of praise he received for his interview, and when Ryan Seacrest asked his own followers for their opinions on Piers' debut, Piers chimed in himself, calling it "brilliant."
On Tuesday morning, Piers went wild on Twitter over his reviews, asking his followers to help him find a bad review of his show.
"Come on, I need a REALLY rough one. A review so vile it's going to make me go and jump off Brooklyn Bridge, after immolating myself," he wrote.
What he eventually found was a meek adjective he took issue with.
"OK, reviews deteriorating nicely now. New York Times says I'm 'timid'. WHAAATTT???? Never had such despicable slur," he Tweeted.
For Tuesday's show, Piers has lined up a pre-taped interview with Sirius XM shock jock Howard Stern. On Wednesday, he'll have Condoleeza Rice. On Thursday, he reportedly is bringing in controversial Golden Globes host Ricky Gervais, in another pre-taped interview. Friday's show will feature father / son humanitarians Nick and George Clooney.
In related Piers news, he recently told Entertainment Weekly that he has added to his "Banned List." Heather Mills, whom Piers claimed he introduced to Paul McCartney, MSNBC's Keith Olbermann, Tony Blair's wife Cherie, and his fellow "America's Got Talent" judge Howie Mandel have all joined Madonna as unwelcome guests.
Piers opened up to Access Hollywood's Billy Bush last week, revealing for the first time, why Madonna got a lifetime ban from his show.
"Madonna and I, we've never really seen eye-to-eye," Piers said. "There was a bread roll throwing incident in London in the mid '90s; there was an incident at a hotel in the south of France [at] the Cannes Film Festival involving a photographer and a bodyguard; there's been an incident involving a pub owned by her recently departed husband, Guy Ritchie, where my brother was the manager."
But that isn't the only reason she's been banned. Piers claimed he lost a scoop on a Madonna story due to her rep.
"You know the worst thing Madonna did to me? Madonna's publicist once said to me, 'Listen to me, Madonna is not pregnant,' when I was running a newspaper. And I said, 'Are you sure?' She said, 'Listen to me, Piers. Madonna is not pregnant.'
"The next day, they announced [the news] on a rival newspaper's website," Piers continued. "There's a series of crimes."
A rep for Madonna's rep did not respond to a previous request for comment from Access over Piers' claim.
Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Australia Bat as Finch and Woakes Debut
Cameron White has won his first toss as Australia's Twenty20 captain and chose to bat at Adelaide. Aaron Finch, the Victoria batsman, will make his debut for Australia and Chris Woakes, the Warwickshire seamer, gets his first cap for England while Ian Bell returns for his first Twenty20 since 2008.
Woakes, who replaced the injured Stuart Broad in the England squad, made his senior debut against the Prime Minister's XI in Canberra on Monday and claimed 2 for 63 from nine overs. He has been preferred to Chris Tremlett with Michael Lumb, the specialist Twenty20 opener, is also on the sidelines.
Australia have a bowling attack full of pace with Shaun Tait, Brett Lee and Mitchell Johnson primed to unleash on the batsmen. James Pattinson is the man to miss out from their 12.
England are chasing a world-record eighth consecutive Twenty20 victory having followed their World Twenty20 success with back-to-back wins against Pakistan. Australia, meanwhile, have collected four defeats on the bounce including the loss to England in Barbados during May.
Australia 1 David Warner, 2 Shane Watson, 3 Tim Paine (wk), 4 David Hussey, 5 Cameron White (capt), 6 Aaron Finch, 7 Steve Smith, 8 Steve O'Keefe, 9 Mitchell Johnson, 10 Brett Lee, 11 Shaun Tait
England 1 Ian Bell, 2 Steven Davies (wk), 3 Kevin Pietersen, 4 Paul Collingwood (capt), 5 Eoin Morgan, 6 Luke Wright, 7 Michael Yardy, 8 Tim Bresnan, 9 Graeme Swann, 10 Ajmal Shahzad, 11 Chris Woakes
Woakes, who replaced the injured Stuart Broad in the England squad, made his senior debut against the Prime Minister's XI in Canberra on Monday and claimed 2 for 63 from nine overs. He has been preferred to Chris Tremlett with Michael Lumb, the specialist Twenty20 opener, is also on the sidelines.
Australia have a bowling attack full of pace with Shaun Tait, Brett Lee and Mitchell Johnson primed to unleash on the batsmen. James Pattinson is the man to miss out from their 12.
England are chasing a world-record eighth consecutive Twenty20 victory having followed their World Twenty20 success with back-to-back wins against Pakistan. Australia, meanwhile, have collected four defeats on the bounce including the loss to England in Barbados during May.
Australia 1 David Warner, 2 Shane Watson, 3 Tim Paine (wk), 4 David Hussey, 5 Cameron White (capt), 6 Aaron Finch, 7 Steve Smith, 8 Steve O'Keefe, 9 Mitchell Johnson, 10 Brett Lee, 11 Shaun Tait
England 1 Ian Bell, 2 Steven Davies (wk), 3 Kevin Pietersen, 4 Paul Collingwood (capt), 5 Eoin Morgan, 6 Luke Wright, 7 Michael Yardy, 8 Tim Bresnan, 9 Graeme Swann, 10 Ajmal Shahzad, 11 Chris Woakes
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