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5/17/12
entertainment
By Robert Levin

Movie Review: 'Polisse' -- 2 stars
Polisse 2 stars Directed by Maiwenn Starring Karin Viard,Joeystarr, Maiwenn Not Rated In French with subtitles
The French drama "Polisse" has the makings of a riveting, hard-hitting flick. It's centered on the grim pursuits of the French Child Protection Unit, the police division assigned to child abuse cases, and it's filled with scenes of cops of various backgrounds grappling with... » more
5/17/12
entertainment
By Robert Levin

Movie Review: 'Hysteria' -- 4 stars
Hysteria 4 stars Directed by Tanya Wexler Starring Maggie Gyllenhaal, Hugh Dancy, Jonathan Pryce Rated R
"Hysteria" is a remarkable feat of filmmaking: a period piece that transforms the story of the invention of the vibrator into a tender human comedy with universal, popular appeal. Director Tanya Wexler finds something for everyone in her astute, beautifully observed movie. There's... » more
5/17/12
news
By amNY

Tom Cruise: The press hacked my phone
Tom Cruise thinks his phone may have been hacked by the press.
In a wide-ranging interview with Playboy, the actor spoke about his frustration with celebrity magazines, but said he tries not to let it faze him.
"I put that in a minor pile of things I have to handle," he said of possibly having his voicemail hacked. "But with certain ones you have to go, 'Okay, you crossed... » more
5/17/12
style
By Perrie Samotin

Cool collab: Pamela Love for J.Crew
As part of J.Crew's second annual sponsorship of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, innovative New York jewelry designer Pamela Love created a limited-edition three-piece capsule collection, available now at j.crew.com. The goods include a chevron belt with hardware accents ($135) and two denim pieces: a jacket and a pair of skinny jeans (both $295). This marks Love's first foray into clothing design... » more
5/17/12
entertainment
By Perrie Samotin

Russell Brand on Katy Perry: 'I still love her as a human being'
Despite their seemingly sudden divorce, Russell Brand has only the kindest words for his pop-star ex, Katy Perry.
The actor was a guest on Ellen DeGeneres' talk show Thursday, and when asked about the couple's breakup, Brand said that though their marriage didn't work out, he continues to care for and respect her.
"I still love her as a human being," the bawdy comedian, 36,... » more
5/17/12
news
By Reuters

Traces of THC found in Trayvon Martin's system: autopsy
Florida teenage shooting victim Trayvon Martin had traces of marijuana in his system when he was killed by neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman, according to case documents released on Thursday.
The medical examiner's report was among hundreds of pages released in connection with the Feb. 26 shooting that triggered civil rights protests as well as a debate over guns, self-defense... » more
5/17/12
entertainment
By Matt Windman

'Newsies' gets open run, 'Bring It On,' 'Ever After' coming to B'way, more
Disney's 'Newsies' now officially an open-ended run It took much longer than anyone expected, but Disney has finally confirmed that "Newsies," which has been doing brisk business since previews, has been converted into an open-ended Broadway run. In light of the colossal failures of "The Little Mermaid" and "Tarzan," it took Disney a while to embrace the fact that it... » more
5/17/12
entertainment
By Perrie Samotin

More Kourtney Kardashian, Scott Disick drama on the way
Isn't it convienient that gossip about the all-press-is-good-press Kardashian family seems to reach a fever pitch right before the premere of one of their gazillion reality shows?
The latest bit of seemingly orchestrated drama comes courtesty of Life & Style, which is reporting that Kourtney's partner, and soon to be father of two, Scott Disick is back to his wild ways and Kourt kicked... » more
5/17/12
entertainment
By Matt Windman

Theater Review: '----' (The Cockfight Play) -- 3 stars
"----" (The Cockfight Play) 3 Stars
Please be advised that "The Cockfight Play" is not this show's actual title, which is not printable in this or probably any other major newspaper. You can probably figure it out based on our proxy.
Mike Bartlett's intense, occasionally comedic drama, which premiered in London in 2009, follows John (Cory Michael Smith), a 29-year-old... » more
5/17/12
entertainment
By Perrie Samotin

'Gossip Girl' to say goodbye after 6th season
The CW has confirmed that after five successful years, "Gossip Girl" will hang up its couture.
The sixth season of the Upper East Side confection will be its last and, according to the CW, fans won't be disappointed. "Serena has gone off the grid, beyond even the reach of Gossip Girl. Her friends fear for the worst and hope for the best, but even they can't imagine where they... » more