The Two Marvel Roles Emily Blunt Turned Down, And Why

It seems that with each year that passes, Emily Blunt's profile increases. The actress starred in three films in 2014, two of which were major blockbusters (Edge of Tomorrow and Into The Woods), so it's no surprise that the her name frequently pops up on fan casts for superhero movies - most recently for Captain Marvel. While playing the titular character would be her first superhero movie, it wouldn't be her first experience for with Marvel Studios. In fact, she's turned down two big Marvel roles in the past: Natasha Romanoff, a.k.a. Black Widow, and Peggy Carter. While interviewing ...

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Rerun: The Year The Golden Globes Weren’t So Golden

By the beginning of 2008, the Writers Guild of America had been on strike for two months, halting productions throughout Hollywood. When the WGA announced that it would picket the Golden Globes, it became apparent that actors would not cross the picket line.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), which gives out the awards, decided to replace the ceremony with...

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How Fox Hopes to Build an Empire Via Radio Airplay and Music Fans

Empire, Fox's upcoming hip-hop soap opera, is aiming to win over radio programmers and music fans when it premieres on Jan. 7. Unlike the network's Glee, Fox's last big scripted musical, Empire will feature almost all original songs instead of covers.



"That presents a whole lot of new challenges," says Geoff Bywater, senior vice president of music at 20th Century Fox TV, which produces the show. Unfamiliar tracks can be a tough sell for audiences, says Bywater, but "one thing we really did learn on Glee, as much as we tried, is that trying to get a cover single [on the radio] is difficult. Original music will lend a stronger, credible voice to Empire." (The covers from The Voice and American Idol contestants don't get radio play either.)



Veteran record producer Timbaland and his team (including Raphael Saadiq) are overseeing the music on the drama...

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Paul Walker's Dad Sues Family of Driver in Fatal Crash for Nearly $2 Million

Paul Walker's father is suing the family of Roger Rodas, the actor's longtime business partner and the driver in their fatal car crash, for $1.8 million...

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Are Charlize Theron and Sean Penn Engaged?

Another day, another secret celebrity engagement!

Us Weekly reports that Charlize Theron and Sean Penn got engaged this past...

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Lindsay Lohan Diagnosed with Rare, Untreatable Virus While on Vacation

Lindsay Lohan was hit with some unfortunate news while on her holiday vacation.

The 28-year-old actress revealed recently that she has been diagnosed with Chikungunya, a rare, untreatable virus that is spread through mosquitos. The virus causes ...

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New DVD Releases: January 2015 In Home Entertainment

January isn't typically the biggest month for Blu-ray, DVD and streaming releases, but thanks to the glories of awards season and midseason premieres on television, there's quite a bit of good stuff popping up over the next several weeks, ranging from Nightcrawler to the latest season of HBO's Girls. If you want to know when your favorite movies are headed onto Blu-ray and DVD, as well as streaming services, this list is one to peruse. Check back each week for new reviews! January 6 Blu-ray And DVD Releases Boyhood Archer (Vice): The Complete Fifth Season Black Sails: The Complete First Season ...

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