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PopSugarTV — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:04:52 -0700

In part one of our 7 Reasons Why Halloween Is Huge in 2009 special, we count down numbers seven through four: we explain how the vampire craze has us in the spooky spirit all year long, we round up all the new Halloween-themed TV episodes and movies, and show you the cutest celebrity kids visiting the pumpkin patch this year!

Bright Star: A Vibrant Love Story

BuzzSugar — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:30:43 -0700

I remember reading the poet John Keats's work as a college student, and I very specifically recall the page-long description of his life. Two facts dominate his bio: that he died young and that he fell in love with the girl next door, Fanny Brawne. It was obvious that a romantic love story existed in that bare-bones text - and filmmaker Jane Campion has brought it to life in Bright Star.

Campion's film is the gorgeous and tragic story of Keats and Brawne. She doesn't merely set her movie in the early 1800s England and leave it there, she gives you an appreciation for a time when literature was exalted and marriage was a financial transaction.

To hear what I thought about the film, just read more.

While the Internet provides access to every medium of entertainment, hearing the characters' fervor and esteem for poetry made me fantasize about living in this quieter era. Helping my cause are the swoon-worthy ways that lovers had to express their devotion while still remaining chaste. Though their love goes unconsummated, they achieve an even higher level of intimacy. One of his best poems is written for and about her - the "bright star" of the film's title.

As leading man John Keats, Ben Whishaw jettisons memories of his handful of supporting character credits (and one unsettling lead role). His character is sensitive and introspective to a fault, but Whishaw delivers a sexy, captivating performance.

The force that really carries the movie is Abbie Cornish's portrayal of Fanny Brawne; the film belongs to her and her emotional portrayal of the girl left behind. She makes you feel every stage of her involvement with Keats, from crush to infatuation to heartbreak when she fears she's been forgotten - and finally, to devastation when she loses her beloved to death. It's almost unbelievable that Brawne was supposed to have been seen as a silly girl only interested in fashion and flirting, because Cornish plays her so earnestly and with so much depth.

Finally, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention Paul Schneider and his portrayal of Keats's best friend, curmudgeonly fellow writer Charles Armitage Brown. I've been anxious to see Schneider in a meatier role since All the Real Girls - while he's cute in things like Parks and Recreation, he gets to shine as an actor in Bright Star. A full-on Scottish brogue isn't the only thing that Schneider uses to distance himself from his lighter work; he's charmingly loathsome as Brown, picking apart Fanny's every move. But when Keats's health is threatened, Brown's love for his friend overcomes his hard exterior to as he nurses Keats day and night.

Even if history couldn't do the same for Keats and Brawne, the love in Bright Star, platonic or romantic, lifts you up.

Jon Hamm Is a High Roller

BuzzSugar — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:30:24 -0700

It's always a good morning when you wake up to Jon Hamm news! The dreamy Mad Men star is set to leave Madison Avenue for a bit to join the cast of Zack Snyder's Sucker Punch. He'll join Vanessa Hudgens, Jena Malone, and Abbie Cornish in a story that centers around a girl (played by Emily Browning) in a mental institution. Trapped there by her stepfather, she has five days to escape and avoid a lobotomy.

Details on Hamm's character are still under wraps, and all we know at this point is that he'll be named "High Roller." I have to admit I wasn't particularly interested in this project before, but I'll follow Jon Hamm pretty much anywhere. What about you - are you excited to see Jon shed Don Draper's suit again?

Bright Star - See It or Skip It?

PopSugarUK — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:21:06 -0700

Abbie Cornish and Ben Whishaw star in Bright Star, a look at poet John Keats' real life romance with Fanny Brawne. It showed at Cannes earlier this year, and is directed by Jane Campion. Slated for release in November in the UK, I'll definitely be seeing it as Ben is a fantastic young Brit actor, although the trailer doesn't make me anticipate the film a great deal. But what do you think? Let me know!

Movie Preview: Jane Campion's Bright Star

BuzzSugar — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:30:49 -0700

Director Jane Campion won an Academy Award for Best Screenplay for The Piano (she was nominated for Best Director as well, losing out to Steven Spielberg for Schindler's List), and the trailer for her next film, Bright Star, already has some tongues wagging about "Oscar bait." The rich, dreamy quality to the film is certainly appealing, and the two stars at the center of the story, Abbie Cornish and Ben Whishaw, make for a sweet romantic pair. Whishaw plays the poet John Keats, "the dreamer," who falls in love with "a realist," Fanny Browne (Cornish).

The trailer is already lovely on its own; I can't wait to see the whole movie when it opens Sept. 18 (here in San Francisco, anyway). To take a peek at Bright Star, read more.

Ryan Shows Off His Abs and Affection For Abbie

PopSugar — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:30:34 -0700

Ryan Phillippe showed off the results of all his time at the gym with a shirtless walk in LA on Saturday. Abbie Cornish was by his side in her cutout one-piece, and they kissed each other goodbye before Ryan went off on his motorcycle. We rarely get to see much PDA from Abbie and Ryan, who are going strong after their controversial start as a couple years ago.

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Ryan Spends Time With Abbie Before Hitting the Gym Solo

PopSugar — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:00:00 -0700

Ryan Phillippe and Abbie Cornish made their way around LA together over the weekend, stopping for lunch at Taste on Saturday and running errands on Sunday. He was by himself yesterday for a trip to the gym, showing off the guns that might come in handy for his potential role in a MacGruber movie. Ryan even treated himself to a little post-workout McDonalds - although it doesn't look like he needs help keeping his physique in shape, he could keep his meal under 300 calories if he knows what to order from the fast-food joint.

To see more of Ryan and Abbie just read more.

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It's Ryan and Abbie's Turn to Cheer on Deacon

PopSugar — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:30:55 -0700

Ryan Phillippe and Abbie Cornish were in the stands to see Deacon's Little League game in LA on Saturday afternoon. Usually Reese Witherspoon is the one bringing Deacon to baseball, but Ryan took over while she spent her weekend in NYC with Jake Gyllenhaal. Ava was also rooting for her brother when she wasn't chatting with a friend, while Abbie and Ryan offered a few pointers to Deacon from the sidelines.

To see more of Ryan, Ava, Deacon, and Abbie, just read more.

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Film Magic

DJ Hero Launches With a Star-Studded Bang

PopSugar — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 08:30:00 -0700

Guitar Hero's highly anticipated spinoff game, DJ Hero, launched in LA last night, already boasting quite the celebrity following. Eminem looked a lot more comfortable rapping with Jay-Z yesterday than he did at the MTV Movie Awards, though the show's writer admitted that the stunt was all staged and rehearsed. DJ AM showed off his real-life turntable skills for the crowd, which included Matthew McConaughey, Camila Alves, Abbie Cornish, and Ryan Phillippe. Despite the news that Pete Wentz's NYC bar is temporarily shutting down for serving minors, he and Ashlee Simpson joined the bash. Kim Kardashian came to hear Eminem's shoutout to her live as they partied the night away months before the game's release this Fall.

Source and Splash News Online

To see lots more photos including a mustached Zachary Levi, Kate Mara, Adam Levine, and many others just read more.

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Images include: Brittny Gastineau, Kelly Osbourne, Jay-Z, Ashlee Simpson, Eminem, DJ AM, Pete Wentz, Kim Kardashian, Travis Barker, Abbie Cornish, Aisha Tyler, Amber Valletta, Breckin Meyer, Mark Hoppus, Michelle Trachtenberg, Nicky Hilton, Ryan Phillippe, Adam Levine, Ali Larter, Amy Smart, Baron Davis, Cash Warren, Kate Mara, Simon Rex, Taraji P. Henson, Tyrese Gibson, Vanessa Minnillo, Jeremy Piven, Matthew McConaughey, Camila Alves, Jeremy Piven, Zachary Levi

Ryan's Wandering Eye Follows Abbie Back to LA

PopSugar — Wed, 20 May 2009 15:30:47 -0700

Ryan Phillippe and Abbie Cornish were back in LA on Monday after spending a few days at the Cannes Film Festival. They were spotted hitting the party scene together, but apparently Ryan also had some fun without his girlfriend. He was seen getting friendly with a few other blondes while clubbing with Ne-Yo into the wee hours. Sounds mostly harmless, but Abbie is probably happy to get back to their regular LA routine.

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