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Michigan Movie News
'Twilight' Fans Line Up to See 'New Moon'
Vampires, werewolves, and forbidden love. Fans of the Twilight saga are lining up to attend showings of New Moon, beginning with midnight viewings of the movie across the country.

If you are not a fan of the Twilight books and movies, you very likely know some one who is.
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TWILIGHT: Whose Team Are You On?
Twilight fans are anxiously waiting for 'New Moon' to hit theatres Friday. The buzz is just about everywhere, and Twilight fanatics will once again be tempted to choose between two sides - Team Edward or Team Jacob. INSIDE: Take Our Poll! Which Team Are You On? 
'2012' Wins Box Office With $65 Million
Movie fans are lining up for the end of the world, with the disaster tale "2012" hauling in $65 million domestically to debut at No. 1.
Land Purchased for Allen Park Movie Studio
The Detroit suburb of Allen Park has closed on its purchase of 104 acres of land for a new movie studio.
New Film Major at MSU
Documentary maker Ken Burns is helping Michigan State University inaugurate its new film studies major.
Movies that Make You Scream!
In honor of Halloween, the one day of the year where participants play "dress-up," and acting like a kid--no matter what your age--is the norm, we thought it would be fun to share some of our scary movie experiences. INSIDE: Share Your Horror/Thriller Movie Memories With Us!
Moviemakers Rally to Support Film Incentives
Michigan's movie makers are trying to write a happy ending to the film incentive saga. Lawmakers are proposing cuts to the rebate program, so producers and directors gathered Monday night to rally against those cuts.
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Broadcast House 'Goes Hollywood'
We have your front row seat to a big movie shoot right here at Channel 7. Action News reporter Christy McDonald takes us behind the scenes of Vanishing on 7th Street, starring Hayden Christensen and WXYZ-TV!
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PICS: Movie Features Hayden & Action News
Action News is getting a taste of Hollywood right here in our own Broadcast House! The producers of "Vanishing on 7th Street" chose Channel 7 as a key location in the movie.
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Movie Shoot at Meadow Brook, Surprise Roles!
UPDATED: Hollywood is back in metro Detroit, and two Action News anchors have landed roles!
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Casting Call for Danny Glover Film in Ann Arbor
An open call audition is planned for late October 2009 for a yet-to-be-titled feature film starring Evan Ross and Danny Glover in the Ann Arbor Area.
Wicked Haunted House, Hollywood Style
Want to be scared out of your mind this Halloween? Get ready to be spooked by a brand new haunted house.     Video Watch Video
LewAllen on His New Movie Role
What a thrill! I got word following an audition yesterday that I was being cast in a major motion picture to be shot this month in Detroit.
Local Actress Casts a Spell on 'Eastwick'
Jaime Ray Newman, an actress who grew up in the Detroit area, is about to hit it big on the small screen as one of the stars of the new ABC drama "Eastwick." Video Watch Video
Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of a Classic
You've got the chance to follow the yellow brick road on a trip to see the wonderful "Wizard of Oz" tonight in a special one night only viewing of the classic motion picture on the big screen.
Early Screenings of 'Whip It' Announced
Drew Barrymore's homage to roller derby, "Whip It," which was filmed in Michigan, will be shown in several area theaters this weekend in advance of its official Oct. 2 debut.
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'Mad Men' & '30 Rock' Tops at Emmys
"Mad Men" and "30 Rock" led a pack of Emmy winners who successfully defended their titles at Sunday's show.
Local Fencers Take a Stab at Hollywood
Action News was backstage on a Hollywood film set that was shooting in Detroit Thursday night, and some local kids got a sneak peak of one of the takes on set.
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Drew Barrymore Charms Metro Detroit
Even though her visit was short, actress and filmmaker Drew Barrymore gave plenty of time to her fans in metro Detroit, and even had a few minutes to speak to Action News Anchor Alicia Smith.
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'MASH' Writer Gelbart Dies at 81
Larry Gelbart, the seasoned comedy writer heralded for developing the small screen adaptation of "MASH" and penning the 1982 smash "Tootsie," died Friday after a battle with cancer. He was 81.
7 At The Movies
2012: Armageddon Outta Here!
2012 is a disaster. (Please note that I did not finish that sentence with the words "film" or "movie." Just "disaster.")
The Men Who Stare at Goats: Let Me Call Ewe Sweetheart
George Clooney and director Grant Heslov bring a strong supporting cast--Ewan McGregor, Jeff Bridges and Kevin Spacey--to give the project depth and marquee value. Unfortunately, all this is not quite enough. The Men Who Stare at Goats is almost a good movie.

Zombieland: If Looks Could Kill...
Could there be a better time to see Zombieland than Halloween weekend? Even though it hit theatres about a month ago, this imaginative tale of the undead roaming the countryside and those among the living fighting them off is a delicious mix of horror and gore, chuckles and silliness.
Amelia: A Turbulent Flight
I'd like to say that Amelia soars with excitement and tense drama, but that is not the case at all.
Law Abiding Citizen: Silly Plot, Subpar Performances
I often wonder when I'm watching a stinker like Law Abiding Citizen if the actors and director involved ever realize how truly awful their finished product will turn out to be.
Couples Retreat: The Comedy That Isn't
Laughter is a wonderful tonic for what ails you, especially in these tough times. Couples Retreat is not that tonic; in fact, it leaves an aftertaste like castor oil.

Entertainment Headlines
Winfrey's emotional farewell
Media queen Oprah Winfrey held back tears in a televised emotional farewell on Friday - as she confirmed she's quitting her U.S. talk show.
Osbourne puts wedding plans on hold
Kelly Osbourne has no intention of walking down the aisle with fiance Luke Worrell until he is 21 - so her beau can legally drink alcohol at their wedding party.
Cyrus' show 'going on as scheduled'
Miley Cyrus' North Carolina concert will go on as planned, following the tragic tour bus accident that killed one man and injured nine others.
Tyler is writing his memoirs
Steven Tyler has opened up about his rumored hiatus from Aerosmith - he's taking some time off to write a book while his injured shoulder heals.
Sparks hospitalized with appendicitis
Singer Jordin Sparks is recovering after emergency surgery to have her appendix removed.
Pitt to take on aliens
Brad Pitt is set to battle extraterrestrials in the Bermuda Triangle, after securing the movie rights to a new video game.
Vatican slams 'Twilight'
The Roman Catholic Church has expressed concerns over the growing popularity of the Twilight movies - Vatican officials have called the vampire franchise a "moral vacuum with a deviant message."
Jackman heals rift with mom
Hugh Jackman has healed the long running rift with his mom after she walked out on him as a kid - the pair has been spending time together in New York.
Lopez & Anthony sued over dog
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are facing a lawsuit from a woman who alleges she was injured by the couple's dog.
Frost to discuss Law marriage in book
Actress Sadie Frost is set to lift the lid on her marriage to Jude Law - she's preparing to release an autobiography.
Moore dismisses airbrush controversy
Demi Moore has taken to her Twitter page to dismiss allegations her latest magazine photoshoot has been drastically altered.
Van Der Beek to divorce wife of six years
Former Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek has filed for divorce from his wife Heather McComb, five months after the couple split.
O'Neal's rehab hindered by Fawcett's death
Redmond O'Neal has blamed his lack of progress in his ongoing drug treatment on the death of his mother Farrah Fawcett - because he is still reeling from the tragedy.
Cibrian sues for defamation
Actor Eddie Cibrian has launched a $1 million defamation lawsuit against a magazine over an article suggesting he's cheating on LeAnn Rimes.
Starr and McCartney duet on new album
Ringo Starr has landed the closest thing to a Beatles reunion on his new album, Y Not.
Caan files for divorce again
James Caan has filed to end his marriage to fourth wife Linda Stokes.
Brown passes progress hearing
Chris Brown has completed just seven out of 52 required domestic violence classes since he was sentenced in June for his attack on Rihanna but they're enough to keep him out of jail.
Hugh Grant thinking about fatherhood
The actor says he hasn't given up on fatherhood but he just fears he'd need a lot of nannies.
'True Blood' star laughs off dating rumors
Actor Alexander Skarsgard is baffled by romance reports linking him to his co-stars because he says he's not even dating.
Eric Dane joins 'Burlesque'
The Grey's Anatomy star will fight for Christina Aguilera's affection in the upcoming movie musical.


Film Industry Links
Michigan Film Office:
http://www.michiganfilmoffice.org

S3 Entertainment Group:
http://www.s3eg.com

Film Detroit:
http://www.filmdetroit.com

iGroup Talent and Management Group:
http://www.theigroup.com

Sterling Heights Film Office:
http://www.sterlingheightsfilm.net

Specs Howard:
http://www.specshoward.edu

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