2011 Oscar Winners List: 'The King's Speech' Hauled Best Picture

 The 83rd Annual Academy Awards on Sunday, February 27 has been wrapped after unveiling the winner for Best Picture. Coming out as no surprise, "The King's Speech" takes the coveted prize after taking three other trophies that night.

Colin Firth, whom the movie's producer praises for "acting royalty", wins best actor title following Tom Hooper's win in Best Directing category. Earlier at the ceremony, the movie has claimed Best Original Screenplay for David Seidler's script.

"Inception" is another big winner in terms of number, pocketing four nods. The Christopher Nolan-directed sci-fi is recognized for Achievement in Cinematography (Wally Pfisterin), Sound Editing (Richard King), Sound Mixing (Lora Hirschberg, Gary A. Rizzo and Ed Novick), and Visual Effects (Paul Franklin, Chris Corbould, Andrew Lockley and Peter Bebb).

As expected before, Natalie Portman snatches the trophy for Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role. It is the only award claimed by "Black Swan" after Darren Aronofsky loses the best director title.

Scooping multiple awards that night are "The Social Network" with three, as well as "Toy Story 3", "Alice in Wonderland" and "The Fighter" with two each. The ceremony was hosted by James Franco, who was nominated for best actor, and Anne Hathaway.

Full Winners List of the 83rd Annual Academy Awards:

• Best Motion Picture of the Year: "The King's Speech"
• Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role: Colin Firth - "The King's Speech"
• Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role: Natalie Portman - "Black Swan"
• Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role: Christian Bale - "The Fighter"
• Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role: Melissa Leo - "The Fighter"
• Achievement in Directing: Tom Hooper - "The King's Speech"
• Adapted Screenplay: Aaron Sorkin - "The Social Network"
• Original Screenplay: David Seidler - "The King's Speech"
• Best Foreign Language Film of the Year: "In a Better World" (Denmark)
• Best Animated Feature Film of the Year: "Toy Story 3"
• Best Documentary Feature: "Inside Job"
• Best Documentary Short Subject: "Strangers No More"
• Best Short Film (Animated): "The Lost Thing"
• Best Short Film (Live Action): "God of Love"
• Achievement in Art Direction: Robert Stromberg and Karen O'Hara - "Alice in Wonderland"
• Achievement in Cinematography: Wally Pfister - "Inception"
• Achievement in Costume Design: Colleen Atwood - "Alice in Wonderland"
• Achievement in Makeup: Rick Baker and Dave Elsey - "The Wolfman"
• Achievement in Film Editing: Angus Wall and Kirk Baxter - "The Social Network"
• Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Score): Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross - "The Social Network"
• Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song): "We Belong Together" - Music and Lyric by Randy Newman - "Toy Story 3"
• Achievement in Sound Editing: Richard King - "Inception"
• Achievement in Sound Mixing: Lora Hirschberg, Gary A. Rizzo and Ed Novick - "Inception"
• Achievement in Visual Effects: Paul Franklin, Chris Corbould, Andrew Lockley and Peter Bebb - "Inception"

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Psycho-Sexual Horror Thriller 'Little Deaths' Debuts Trailer

At upcoming SXSW, "Little Deaths" will be screened as part of SXFantastic lineup. An early look at the film has now been made available for viewing pleasure in form of a trailer debuted via Dread Central.

It features three disturbingly sensual and terrifying short-narratives, unified by the twin themes of sex and death. The first tale is "House and Home", written and directed by Sean Hogan, which follows a well-to-do yuppie couple who gets more than they expect when luring a mysterious young woman named Sorrow for perverted sex games.

Next is "Mutant Tool" from Andrew Parkinson which sees a former prostitute and recovering drug addict who gets involved with a boyfriend and a therapist with shadowy criminal relationship. The other tale is called "Bitch", by Simon Rumley, which features a couple who derives a strange sexual pleasure from an unspoken sadomasochistic role-playing game but the man devises a way to teach the bitch to heel, once and for all when she unwittingly takes things one step too far.

No release date set for the psycho-sexual horror anthology.

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Daniel Day-Lewis Also Mentioned for General Zod in 'Superman'

 While there has been no confirmation on report that Viggo Mortensen is eyed to be General Zod in Zack Snyder's Superman movie, another name is thrown as possible depicter of the villain. According to Moviehole, Warner Bros. is considering Daniel Day-Lewis for "an unspecified role in this film." The site then speculates the British star is "also on the Zod wishlist."

Day-Lewis was previously widely linked to the role of Professor Moriarty in "Sherlock Holmes" sequel which is now officially titled "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows", but it never comes to fruition as Jared Harris is cast for the part. The Golden Globe-nominated actor is on board to play Abraham Lincoln in Steven Spielberg's biopic.

The new Superman movie which is tentatively called "The Man of Steel" has Henry Cavill set to play the title character. David S. Goyer provides the script and Snyder will serve behind the lens when the principal photography is kicked off in June as reported before.

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Red Riding Hood

Plot:

A Gothic imagining of the classic fairy tale in which a young woman is confronted by a werewolf, this time with a teenage love triangle at its center.

Cast:

Amanda Seyfried                        Isabelle
Shiloh Fernandez                        Peter
Max Irons                                  Henri
Julie Christie                             Grandmother
Gary Oldman                             Father Solomon

Release Date:    March 11th, 2011 (wide)

Imdb link:  Red Riding Hood 

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Victoria Beckham Apologizes for Taking Disabled Parking Slot

 Victoria Adams has been forced to apologize to a severely ill woman after the star's driver occupied the last remaining disabled parking space at a toy store in Essex, England. The pop star-turned-fashion designer visited the Toys R Us retailer last Sunday, February 20 in Harlow, Essex with her sister Louise to pick up balloons for her son Cruz's birthday party.

Her chauffeur stopped her black Jaguar right outside the store, using a parking spot allocated for disabled users only. Chantelle Hughes, who suffers from gentic disease Cystic Fibrosis, waited for the car to move out of the space so she could point out the error to the driver - but was shocked when she saw the famous star.

She tells Britain's Mail on Sunday, "Victoria Beckham needs to realize that disabled people could have parked there. She needs to think about it next time."

Beckham has now apologized for her driver's actions through her spokesperson, who says, "This was a momentary lapse in judgment by Victoria's driver, not something that Victoria was aware of or would ever condone. "Victoria is of course, hugely apologetic for any inconvenience that may have been

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Honored by Harvard, Shakira Asks for Help in Education

 Colombian superstar Shakira turned the spotlight on education in developing countries on Saturday, February 26 as she was honored at Harvard University. The "Hips Don't Lie" hitmaker, a former history student at the University of California, Los Angeles, was named Harvard Foundation's 2011 Artist of the Year in recognition of her career achievements and humanitarian work, following in the footsteps of previous winners Will Smith, Sharon Stone and Jackie Chan.

Joking about the accolade, the 34 year old told the crowd at the Massachusetts ceremony, "As I entered the premises today, I had to call my mum and say, 'Hey mum. Guess what? I got into Harvard!'" But Shakira's acceptance speech then took a serious turn as she called on students at the prestigious school to do more to help improve education for poor kids around the world.

She said, "Not everyone can study at Harvard University. But everyone, wherever they live, whatever their background, deserves a chance to make the most of his or her potential. And as a child of the developing world, it is my duty to use this voice in every way I can to promote the message about the power of education to change lives."

Shakira, a Unicef Goodwill Ambassador, has been working to improve education and nutrition to kids from impoverished areas of her native Colombia since establishing the Barefoot Foundation when she was 18.

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2011 Oscar 'In Memoriam': Celine Dion Sings 'Smile', Corey Haim & Betty Garrett Snubbed

 Celine Dion made an emotionally rousing performance at the 83rd Academy Awards when singing "Smile" during "In Memoriam" segment. Delivering the song live on the stage at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles, the mother of three looked graceful in a strapless dress.

During Dion's rendition of the classic song, a giant screen behind her showed montage of talented individuals who passed away in 2010. Mr. Magoo depicter Leslie Nielsen, "Titanic" star Gloria Stuart, actor Tony Curtis, film editor Sally Menke and many others were recognized in the special segment, but Corey Haim and Betty Garrett were not seen in the montage.

For "The Lost Boys" star Haim, this was the second time he got snubbed at movie prize-giving event. He was previously not included in the "In Memoriam" section of the Screen Actors Guild Awards in January.

His former co-star Corey Feldman once commented on the snub at SAG, telling The Hollywood Reporter, "We have become used to not being honored by our peers in the industry." But he hoped that Haim would be recognized at Oscars, saying "I have faith that the Academy will make a wiser choice."

There has been no word from Haim's nor Oscar's camp regarding this. A representative from SAG previously explained Haim's absence from the reel was unintentional, and was due to a circumstance of time.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Engaged to Irina Shayk

 Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is set to wed his model girlfriend Irina Shayk, according to reports. The sports stud is said to have jetted all the way from Spain to New York to propose to the Russian beauty on Valentine's Day.

According to Britain's News of the World, he handed the stunner a red rose before getting down on bended knee to ask for her hand in marriage. A family

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Colin Firth Wore Eco-Friendly Clothes to 2011 Oscars

 Oscar winner Colin Firth and his wife Livia both wore environmentally-friendly outfits to the Academy Awards on Sunday, February 27 in a bid to raise awareness of recycled clothing. The star's partner founded Fairtrade boutique Eco Age and she donned a paneled gown recycled from old dresses for the red carpet.

She tells Britain's The Sun, "It defies what you normally see on the red carpet. It's really beautiful - it's pretty but also has a message." And Livia convinced her husband to wear an equally environmentally-friendly outfit - Firth was sporting a Tom Ford suit made of ethical materials. He adds, "Livia educated me on the

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Justin Bieber & Selena Gomez Wear Matching Outfits & Hold Hands at Oscar After-Party

 Justin Bieber came to the Vanity Fair Oscar after-party hand-in-hand with his rumored girlfriend Selena Gomez. The two young celebrities matched their outfits with Dolce & Gabbana attires when attending the bash at Sunset Tower in West Hollywood few hours after the Academy Awards. They looked relaxed and shared laughs together.

Selena wore a sleeveless red gown with gold Lorraine Schwartz diamond jewelry, Brian Atwood shoes and Judith Leiber clutch, and Justin suited it up in a black tux with bow tie and a red pocket square. They held hands and posed together with his hand lingering on her waist. At one point, Selena was snapped closing her

distance with Justin as she whispered something to him.

Talking about Selena's fashion style, her stylist Basia wrote to Just Jared Jr., "We loved the shade of red on this stunning Dolce & Gabbana dress because it beautifully complemented Selena's skin tone. She loved the shape and felt very comfortable in it."

The other celebrities attending the party included Taylor Swift, Jon Hamm, Emma Stone, Mick Jagger, Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer, Leslie Mann and Paul Rudd.

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Please don’t club me with Rahat: Adnan

 Singer-composer Adnan Sami is none too pleased by attempts in the Pakistani media to club his case with that of Pakistani singer Rahat Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan who was arrested in Delhi airport earlier this month for carrying undeclared foreign currency.

Attempts have been made by the Pakistani media to get in touch with Adnan and his family in Pakistan and India.

Says Adnan angrily: ‘I don’t know why the Pakistani media is bringing my name up in Rahat’s context. I am doing just fine.’

‘Yes, I’m in a spot of trouble with the government over a foreign exchange issue. But you can’t compare my problem with Rahat’s. I had done everything according to official instruction. It was the authorities who did not read the fine print,’ he adds.

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was arrested at the Delhi airport Feb 13 for carrying undeclared foreign currency. He has since been released and returned to his country.

Adnan sidesteps the strong rumours that he is under renewed threat from a regional political party to leave India.

‘There will be the party-poopers in every situation. You can’t run away and hide just because some people want to get rid of you. Let me make it very clear that Mumbai is my city. This is where I now belong. And no one can drive me out,’ he said.

Reacting to rumours that he still maintains a Pakistani passport, Adnan sighs: ‘My application for an Indian passport has almost come through. I’ll soon be an Indian citizen.’

‘Until then, yes, I do hold a Pakistani passport. Does that make me a Pakistani? We’ve an example of a very important and beloved leader (Sonia Gandhi) coming from Italy,’ he adds.

‘How Italian would you consider this beloved leader who is dedicated to Indian politics? Nationality is a state of mind. I am Indian. I dare anyone to prove otherwise,’ he says.

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Battle: Los Angeles

Plot:


For years, there have been documented cases of UFO sightings around the world -- Buenos Aires, Seoul, France, Germany, China. But in 2011, what were once just sightings will become a terrifying reality when Earth is attacked by unknown forces. As people everywhere watch the world's great cities fall, Los Angeles becomes the last stand for mankind in a battle no one expected. It's up to a Marine staff sergeant and his new platoon to draw a line in the sand as they take on an enemy unlike any they've ever encountered before. 


Cast:



Aaron Eckhart:                   Ssgt Michael Nantz
Bridget Moynahan:           Michele
Michelle Rodriguez:           Tsgt Elena Santos
Michael Pena:                   Joe Rincon
Adetokumboh M Cormack:   Corpsman Jibril Adukwu
Ramon Rodriguez :                 2nd Lt William Martinez
Taylor Handley:                   Lcpl Corey Simmons
Cory C. Hardrict:                   Cpl Jason Lockett



Release Date: March 11th, 2011 (wide)

Imdb link:  Battle: Los Angeles

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Beastly

Plot:

Kyle Kingson has it all - looks, intelligence, wealth and opportunity - and a wicked cruel streak. Prone to mocking and humiliating "aggressively unattractive" classmates, he zeroes in on Goth classmate Kendra, inviting her to the school's extravagant environmental bash. Kendra accepts, and, true to form, Kyle blows her off in a particularly savage fashion. She retaliates by casting a spell that physically transforms him into everything he despises. Enraged by his horrible and unrecognizable appearance he confronts Kendra and learns that the only solution to the curse is to find someone that will love him as he is - a task he considers impossible. Repulsed by his appearance, Kyle's callous father banishes him to Brooklyn with a sympathetic housekeeper and blind tutor. As Kyle ponders how to overcome the curse and get his old life back, he chances upon a drug addict in the act of killing a threatening dealer. Seizing the opportunity, Kyle promises the addict freedom and safety for his daughter, Lindy if she will consent to live in Kyle's Brooklyn home. Thus begins Kyle's journey to discover true love in this hyper-modern retelling of the classic ¿Beauty and the Beast¿ story. 

Cast:

Vanessa Hudgens:    Lindy

Mary-Kate Olsen:            Kendra

Alex Pettyfer:            Kyle Kingson

Neil Patrick Harris

Peter Krause

Lisa Gay Hamilton

Dakota Johnson:            Sloane

Release Date: March 4th, 2011 (wide)

Imdb link:  Beastly

Trailer:

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