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Actor Christian Bale made his critically acclaimed film debut in Steven Spielberg's "Empire of the Sun."
His breakout role came in 2000 with "American Psycho." Bale played a yuppie serial killer.
Bale is known for his ability to completely transform his body for a role. He lost about 60 pounds to play the lead role in 2004's "The Machinist," and then immediately bulked up for 2005's "Batman Begins."
Off-screen, Bale has become known for his temper. In 2008, he faced assault allegations from his mother and sister. The charges were dropped. Then in 2009, an audio clip from the set of "Terminator Salvation" surfaced, featuring a profanity-laced outburst from Bale.
His breakout role came in 2000 with "American Psycho." Bale played a yuppie serial killer.
Bale is known for his ability to completely transform his body for a role. He lost about 60 pounds to play the lead role in 2004's "The Machinist," and then immediately bulked up for 2005's "Batman Begins."
Off-screen, Bale has become known for his temper. In 2008, he faced assault allegations from his mother and sister. The charges were dropped. Then in 2009, an audio clip from the set of "Terminator Salvation" surfaced, featuring a profanity-laced outburst from Bale.
Actor Christian Bale made his critically acclaimed film debut in Steven Spielberg's "Empire of the Sun."
His breakout role came in 2000 with "American Psycho." Bale played a yuppie serial killer.
Bale is known for his ability to completely transform his body for a role. He lost about 60 pounds to play the lead role in 2004's "The Machinist," and then immediately bulked up for 2005's "Batman Begins."
Off-screen, Bale has become known for his temper. In 2008, he faced assault allegations from his mother and sister. The charges were dropped. Then in 2009, an audio clip from the set of "Terminator Salvation" surfaced, featuring a profanity-laced outburst from Bale.
His breakout role came in 2000 with "American Psycho." Bale played a yuppie serial killer.
Bale is known for his ability to completely transform his body for a role. He lost about 60 pounds to play the lead role in 2004's "The Machinist," and then immediately bulked up for 2005's "Batman Begins."
Off-screen, Bale has become known for his temper. In 2008, he faced assault allegations from his mother and sister. The charges were dropped. Then in 2009, an audio clip from the set of "Terminator Salvation" surfaced, featuring a profanity-laced outburst from Bale.
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'Twilight,' 'Iron Man 3' Lead First Wave of Teen Choice Awards Nominations
ReutersMay 22 (TheWrap.com) - The "Twilight Saga" can look forward to one last hoorah at Fox's Teen Choice Awards this summer. "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn -- Part 2" leads the first wave of nominees with seven nominations announced on Wednesday. The final...Tags: David Guetta, Entertainment, Suburgatory (tv program), Once Upon a Time (tv program), Mumford & Sons (music group)
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See Lower Nazareth native on HBO's 'Veep'
As a stunt and sports performer for film and TV, Lower Nazareth Township native Matthew Bishop shot hoops with Justin Timberlake and appeared as a baseball teammate of Owen Wilson. Now Bishop is stretching his acting chops with a recurring role in the...
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Studio Ghibli’s ‘Totoro,’ ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’ coming to Blu-ray
Hero Complex - movies, comics, pop culture - Los Angeles TimesTwo classic Studio Ghibli films are getting the Blu-ray treatment. Disney is releasing Hayao Miyazaki’s “My Neighbor Totoro” and “Howl’s […]... -
FilmNation: Art, Commerce and Staying Alive
VarietyFive years ago, Glen Basner and Steven Samuels took a leap of faith and started sales company FilmNation as the worldâs economy went into a nosedive. âIt was a terrible time to start,â Samuels admits. âEveryone was in a preserve-and- protect mode...Tags: Finance, Bank of America Corp., Entertainment, The Weinstein Company, James Cameron
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Zhang Yimou Alleged to Have Broken One Child Rule
VarietyBEIJING — China's population planners are probing the country's leading helmer Zhang Yimou after reports that he sired numerous children in violation of the One Child Policy, and could be in line for a fine of 160 million yuan ($26 million). The...Tags: Hu Jintao, Ethan Coen, China, Xi Jinping, Political Corruption
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Did Chinese film director Zhang Yimou illegally father 7 children?
BEIJING -- One of China’s most prominent film directors, Zhang Yimou, is under investigation for fathering seven children -- a violation of the country’s strict family-planning laws. The 61-year-old Zhang directed the opening spectacle of...
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China probes reports of film director Zhang Yimou's seven children
ReutersBEIJING, May 9 (Reuters) - Chinese authorities have begun investigating reports that Zhang Yimou, one of China's best-known movie directors, has seven children in violation of strict family planning rules, which could result in a fine of 160 million...Tags: Politics, Beijing (China), Social Issues, Family Planning, China
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Kimberly McBroom's Blog
Tuesday, May 7 I truly hope you were able to catch "Susan's Story," either last night at 6 or today on WDBJ 7 Mornin'. Susan Bahorich bravely shared her personal struggle with ovarian cancer. I am so proud of her for being open and honest with what she is...Tags: Weather Warnings, Christmas Music (genre), Entertainment, Car Safety Tips and Advice, Autism
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Harry Potter and the royals' studio visit
Two of America's favorite British things -- the royals and Harry Potter -- converged over the weekend. Nothing like that wee bit of magic to knock us off our broomsticks! Prince William, his wife Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, (the former Kate...
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Check it out: Salsa, Springfield, Keaton's 'Batman'
Pocono Record, Stroudsburg, Pa.If you like to boogie to salsa music, you can do it for a good cause this weekend. The Lupus Foundation of America will hold the fundraising event, "Dance to End Lupus Now," which will precede Lupus Awareness Month in May. Lupus is a chronic, autoimmune...Tags: Jack Nicholson, Batman (tv program) , Entertainment, Music, ABC (tv network)
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Bradley Cooper explains why he lives with his mom
Bradley Cooper lives with his mom. Yes, you read that right. The Sexiest Man Alive in 2011 calls his mother, Gloria — this year's Oscar date — his roommate. In Details magazine's May issue, the cover boy and "The Place Beyond the Pines" star...
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Sneak peek of Sony's 'This Is the End' plays to enthusiastic crowd
LAS VEGAS -- The head of the National Assn. of Theatre Owners may want Hollywood to make fewer R-rated movies, but the exhibitors at CinemaCon this week seem to be eager for more. During nearly every studio presentation here this week, the movies...
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