When it was delayed several months by Fox Searchlight, it was thought John Madden’s "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" didn't have the goods to be an awards contender in 2011. The school of thinking was that it would quietly slip away in its early May slot, trampled by the big studio blockbusters that dominate the period. That didn't happen. … [Read more...]
Mirren Replaces Midler In Spector Biopic
July 19, 2011 by
Helen Mirren is set to replace Bette Midler in HBO and David Mamet's upcoming Phil Spector biopic reports TheWrap. Mirren will assume the role of Linda Kenney Baden, one of Spector's defense attorneys during his trial for the murder of actress/nightclub hostess Lana Clarkson. Midler was forced to bow out last week after suffering a herniated … [Read more...]
