Hand it to Harvey Weinstein. He’s using this whole controversy over the title of “The Butler” to drum up tons of publicity for the film, which hits theaters next month. But this circus is nevertheless ridiculous and I feel silly even writing about it.
Harvey Weinstein airs out dirty 'Butler' laundry on CBS
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 10:44 am · July 9th, 2013
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Weinstein Company forced to rename 'The Butler' (UPDATED)
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 6:46 pm · July 2nd, 2013
Warner Bros. has been awarded rights to the title “The Butler,” forcing The Weinstein Company to rename its upcoming film.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Has Harvey helped improve 'Ain't Them Bodies Saints?'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 6:12 pm · June 25th, 2013
David Lowery re-edits Sundance hit with some input from Harvey Scissorhands.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Weinstein acquires Stephen Frears's 'Philomena' with Judi Dench for Fall 2013 release
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 9:46 am · May 23rd, 2013
The Weinstein Company came to Cannes ready to show off with films like “Only God Forgives” (via VOD shingle RADiUS) and “Fruitvale Station” in tow, not to mention a big presentation of material from biopics “Grace of Monaco” and “Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom.” There were rumblings that footage from Judi Dench starrer “Philomena” at the film market had revved the distributors engines, and indeed, today TWC has announced acquisition of the title in the US, UK and Spain and positioned it in the fall of 2013, obviously aiming for an awards trajectory.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Cannes Check 2013: James Gray's 'The Immigrant'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 8:24 am · May 3rd, 2013
Continuing our cheat sheet for the Cannes Competition.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Cannes 2013: Harvey hits the Croisette again
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 8:14 am · April 18th, 2013
Harvey Weinstein has been using the Cannes Film Festival to position The Weinstein Company’s awards hopefuls nicely the last few years. How are things shaping up for the 66th annual?
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
US and France dominate a big-name Cannes Film Festival lineup
Posted by Guy Lodge · 4:15 am · April 18th, 2013
One woman makes this year’s Competition – but not the one we were expecting.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Tim Burton and Harvey Weinstein come together for 'Big Eyes' with Waltz and Adams
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 4:55 pm · April 2nd, 2013
Screenwriters Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski have apparently been trying to get their project, “Big Eyes,” about feuding artist couple Walter and Margaret Keane for years. They’ve finally secured a progressive track, reports Deadline, with Tim Burton set to direct and The Weinstein Company closing a deal to fund and distribute. Christoph Waltz and Amy Adams, fresh off awards attention in the Weinstein-distributed “Django Unchained” and “The Master,” will star.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Weinstein sets December 27 limited release for 'Grace of Monaco' starring Nicole Kidman
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 8:37 am · March 25th, 2013
Olivier Dahan’s “Grace of Monaco” just landed a latter year release date that will put it right in the thick of the awards discussion.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Chris O'Dowd on 'The Sapphires,' making it in America and why he's no Ken doll
Posted by Guy Lodge · 11:32 am · March 21st, 2013
From ‘Bridesmaids’ to ‘Girls,’ the Irish comedian’s star is in rapid ascendancy.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Oscar Bait: Will the Academy feel generous toward Jeff Bridges as 'The Giver?'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 1:55 pm · November 12th, 2012
Philip Noyce in talks to direct long-gestating adaptation of Lois Lowry’s novel.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Roundup: Why 'Twilight' beats 'Star Wars'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 4:00 am · November 12th, 2012
Also: ‘Skyfall’ and ‘Lincoln’ score, and Weinsteins’ ‘Populaire’ lives up to its title
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Christoph Waltz elevated to the Best Actor race for 'Django Unchained'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 11:30 am · November 8th, 2012
He’ll compete with co-star Jamie Foxx for a spot in a crowded race.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Roundup: The Weinsteins nab another Oscar prospect in 'Kon-Tiki'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 4:38 am · November 8th, 2012
Also: The sound of ‘Flight,’ and the movies that made ‘Argo’
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Roundup: 'Intouchables' wins the Oscar screener race
Posted by Guy Lodge · 7:03 am · October 9th, 2012
Also: The landing of ‘Lincoln,’ and Variety finds a home
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
France selects box office smash 'The Intouchables' for the foreign Oscar race
Posted by Guy Lodge · 9:30 am · September 18th, 2012
The Weinsteins’ feelgood comedy could be a formidable challenger for the award.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Could Toronto closer 'Song for Marion' be one to watch?
Posted by Guy Lodge · 10:53 am · August 14th, 2012
Vanessa Redgrave and Terence Stamp headline the feelgood British drama.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
PGA awards the Weinsteins the 2013 Milestone award
Posted by Guy Lodge · 5:00 pm · July 23rd, 2012
Award comes after TWC productions took Guild’s top prize two years running.
Filed in: HitFix · In Contention
Archives