As Forest Whitaker transitioned into 2014 last week, there was certainly plenty for the actor to reflect upon. He stretched himself considerably in 2013 and was a perfect choice for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival’s 8th annual Kirk Douglas Award for Excellence, which was presented at a fundraising dinner in advance of the fest Sunday night.
Forest Whitaker reflects on an amazing year at Santa Barbara Kirk Douglas Award fete
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 11:44 pm · January 5th, 2014
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Tell us what you thought of 'Olympus Has Fallen'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 8:00 am · March 23rd, 2013
Antoine Fuqua’s loud, proud actioner opened yesterday.
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Viola Davis settles into leading-lady status
Posted by Guy Lodge · 3:03 pm · March 13th, 2012
Undaunted by her recent Oscar loss, Viola Davis is asserting her post-Oscar clout by producing her first solo leading vehicle: a biopic of pioneering congresswoman Barbara Jordan.
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