Star! 2005-07-08--2005-07-09

050617 (Ep 297) Star!'s weekly look on what's happening in Hollywood. We cover the premiers of the week, hear what the American critics say about what's playing right now. Hear the latest gossip and see who turned up on the red carpet for the latest premieres.

Superstitions and Rituals Knock on wood! Many say that luck is a big factor in making it music, so pop and rock stars can't help being superstitious, right? From Anthony Keidis (no hats on beds, please!) to onetime New Kid On The Block Jordan Knight (lucky bracelet), we talk to artists about superstitions and the notion of luck, and we get the lo-down on their pre-show rituals. Featuring Celine Dion, Tommy Lee, Britney Spears, Tom Green, Good Charlotte and others.

world, Hollywood's latest releases, or films outside the mainstream, Movie Television shows you famous places, and fabulous faces. From the people who eat, sleep and breathe the adventure of making pictures.

Bryan Singer Hailed as one of the film industry's most exciting and provocative new talents after the huge success of The Usual Suspects, director Bryan Singer has built his reputation on making films that deal with the darker side of human nature. The young director speaks openly about his start in photography, the downfall to being too controlling and why X marks the spot.

(20S) Rock Royalty and Stephen Burrow In New York, rock royalty at the Stephen Burrow's show. In Milan, Christian Lacroix's Pucci collection. Fashion diplomacy - a look at the truth, lies and politics behind all the backstage kissing. In Los Angeles - on location with famed fashion photographer Melvin Sokolsky. In London, the latest from Julien Macdonald.

making headlines in the worlds of fashion and design - plus regular features on celebrities and their sense of style, our own unique photo shoots and designer collections from the streets and runways of the world's established and emerging fashion capitols.

Mel Gibson Mel Gibson had his first taste of success in the Australian film "Mad Max". Since then he's reaffirmed his star status time and time again with blockbusters like "Lethal Weapon", "Maverick" and "Signs". He's also had success as a director as he picked up the best director award at the Oscars in 1996 for "Braveheart".

10-8 Star! Inside hits the beat with Danny Nucci and the other deputies on set of the edgy cop show 10-8.

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Treat Williams Treat talks about his life and career and being the star of one of TV's best new shows, Everwood. Includes an Everwood set visit.

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Nelly The best way to discover a new artist or trace the career of an old favourite - Spotlight tells the whole story with words and music, drawing from our extensive video and interview library (we've followed these artists every step of the way).

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Pop Tarts Six years ago when Britney Spears sauntered into our lives in a schoolgirl outfit, the world went mad. Carbon copies began sprouting up everywhere, and most have remarkably survived in the industry. But now that the Christinas and the Jessicas have moved on to new levels of success and tabloid importance, a new generation of Pop Tarts have moved in and are attempting to make their mark in music history. In this edition of Egos & Icons we take a look at six current teen queens who are winning the hearts of young girls everywhere: Lindsay Lohan, Hilary Duff, Jojo, Ciara, Keshia Chante and Ashlee Simpson. From the thrill of a meteoric rise to fame, to the risk of overexposure and overwork in a society where fame can be all too fleeting, we shall leave no stone unturned.

Crazytown This series reveals the world beyond the celebrity interview, with the unprecedented access that only MuchMusic can deliver. Catch today's top music stars on the road - relaxed and willing to spill - with real reactions, infiltrating insights and off-the-cuff commentary.

Naomi Campbell Uncut A Lee Jeans commercial that parodies the fashion world; an UNCUT conversation between Jeanne Beker and supermodel Naomi Campbell; a rarely seen Fashion Film directed by John Malkovitch, a Fashion Television die-hard gets her Calvin Klein Fashion Fix of; and we re-vist we revisit New York designer Stephen Sprouse best-known for his day-glow punk-rock designs of the 1980s on our FT classic.

(13S) Chantal Tomass - Lingerie Designer Fashion around the globe: A look at the latest styles from Medellin, London and Moscow. In Paris, Alexander McQueen plays chess with live models. Chantal Thomass - the lingerie designer behind Victoria's Secret's new upscale underwear. In New York, 'Sam the Driver' - the man who steers us from show to show finally gets to see one from the inside.

tries to turn her life around after her rock star husband is found dead of an overdose and she serves time for drug possession. Stars Maggie Cheung, Nick Nolte and Don McKellar.Be Cool - John Travolta reprises his role as Chili Palmer who decides to try his hand at the music business but bringing his gangster skills with him. Also stars Uma Thurman, Vince Vaughn, The Rock and Harvey Keitel.Bride and Prejudice - "Bend it Like Beckham" director Gurinder Chadha takes novelist Jane austen's 1813 classic "Pride and Prejudice" and sets in contemporary small-town India. Stars Aishwarya Rai and Martin Henderson.The Chiefs - a documentary about 5 hockey goons who play for a tough professional hockey league in Quebec where just about anything goes. Directed by Jason Gileno.The Jacket - a Gulf War veteran suffering from amnesia is accused of killing a policeman and is committed to a mental institution. Stars Adrien Brody, Keira Knightley and Kris Kristofferson.Cursed - three young people are mauled by a werewolf and must kill their attacker if they hope to change their fate. Stars Christina Ricci and Joshua Jackson. The Pacifier - an uncover agent has to protect five out-of-control children from the killers of their scientist father. Stars Vin Diesel.Hardwood - Oscar nominated documentary (short subject) is a personal journey for filmmaker Hubert Davis who explores how his father's (former Harlem Globetrotter Mel Davis) decisions affected his life.

Sandra Bullock Sandra Bullock is the queen of romantic comedies. She first made her presence known in "Demolition Man" and "Speed". Today she's not only starring in, but also producing her movies most of the time.

A Deadly Campaign Ruthann Aron - a self-made real estate millionaire and political candidate - risked everything she had achieved in the high-powered world when she ordered a hit on a rival attorney and her own husband.

Without a Trace Star! Inside goes undercover with the latest Jerry Bruckheimer series Without A Trace and discovers what life is like for the cast on and off the case.

Superstitions and Rituals Knock on wood! Many say that luck is a big factor in making it music, so pop and rock stars can't help being superstitious, right? From Anthony Keidis (no hats on beds, please!) to onetime New Kid On The Block Jordan Knight (lucky bracelet), we talk to artists about superstitions and the notion of luck, and we get the lo-down on their pre-show rituals. Featuring Celine Dion, Tommy Lee, Britney Spears, Tom Green, Good Charlotte and others.

Gwen Stefani / No Doubt The best way to discover a new artist or trace the career of an old favourite - Spotlight tells the whole story with words and music, drawing from our extensive video and interview library (we've followed these artists every step of the way).

20 Best Artists of the 70's Put on you bell bottoms and your best loud coloured shirt as we go thirty years back in time to the 70's. Our host Karina Huber and her crew of top rankers reveal what's still good about the sometimes stylish and sometimes tasteless decade.

1110 (050617) Do you eat, sleep and breathe movies? Have we got the show for you! Star! At The Movies is an informative, entertaining and slightly irreverent look at everything film. From coming attractions to the casting couch, from the rumour mill to behind-the-scenes and on-set, Star! At The Movies has got you covered, with coverage of all the latest movies.

M Night Shyamalan Born in India and raised in a posh Philadelphia suburb as the son of doctors, director M. Night Shyamalan came out of almost nowhere and struck gold with the 1999 blockbuster The Sixth Sense and since then, has never looked back.

(19S) Stevie Wonder Feels the Fashion In New York - Kai Milla - Stevie Wonder's designer wife gets him feeling the fashions. In Paris - a rare peek at a private fitting with Valentino.In Rome, ancient history meets the future of fashion. From porn stars to presidents - triple X photographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders.

Kenneth Cole's Animated Soprano Spoof Martin Scorsese's Armani commercial; Kenneth Cole's animated Soprano's spoof; Valentino's Haute Couture; Vivienne Westwood's Spring 2003 show; and dressing for the Oscars eleven years ago.

Jamie Foxx and Tyler Hackford Be a true Hollywood insider! Two real heavyweights host this, the ultimate interview show. Peter Bart, Editor in Chief at Variety together with Peter Guber, legendary Hollywood executive producer of several Academy Award winning films, invite top Hollywood personalities to give the viewer an inside view of the Dream Factory.

Bruce Willis An in depth programme about some of the most interesting people in the movie industry today.

050624 (Ep 298) Star!'s weekly look on what's happening in Hollywood. We cover the premiers of the week, hear what the American critics say about what's playing right now. Hear the latest gossip and see who turned up on the red carpet for the latest premieres.

The Poltergeist Series After directing "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" Tobe Hooper was given the helm for "Poltergeist" by the producer Steven Spielberg and he did a fine job. This also led to the two sequels about the undead causing mayhem, death and destruction.

Lost in Hawaii Hotlines travels around the globe visiting the hottest resorts, enjoying the wild nightlife, drinking in the local culture and experiencing adrenaline packed extreme adventure activities that will take your breath away and leave you wanting more!

Retro Cool The music industry recycles! From trends and genres - even bands - to fashions and samples, nothing's really new anymore. And from the obvious to the obscure, a cover of a song can sound better than the original. In this episode we'll examine some of the best (and worst) examples of "borrowing" in popular music. We also look at the latest rock n roll comebacks.

Fairy Tales Rooted in the oral tales of the 17th Century French salons, Fairy tales have shaped our cultural views of gender, romance and sexuality. Originally not intended for children, these tales often addressed taboos such as incest, brutal murder, and sexual predators.Fairy tales addressed real life situations and real life anxieties, often in a disturbing dream-like way. How have they evolved into the highly sanitized, romantic tales of the present age? This story will trace the history of fairy tales, and the continuing reinterpretation and modernization of these archetypal stories. For the past twenty five years, artist Karin Rosenthal's work has focused on the the fusion of the body and nature. Her sensual, and often surreal photographs are exhibited and collected around the world.They're naughty. They're raunchy. And they are oh so British. They are "Tart Cards". Exclusive to London, Tart Cards have become a fixture in the city's telephone booths with over 13 million of them posted each year.

Drugs n' Rock For as long as artists have created, there have been mind-altering substances for some of these artists to achieve creative levels. But is the cliche "sex, drugs and rock n' roll" a thing of the past? Do drugs lead to a better creative headspace? At what point does it go from recreational to lethal? Kiss, Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, David Bowie and other music legends offer their insights as Bill Welychka tells the Story of Drugs n' Rock.

Naomi Campbell Uncut A Lee Jeans commercial that parodies the fashion world; an UNCUT conversation between Jeanne Beker and supermodel Naomi Campbell; a rarely seen Fashion Film directed by John Malkovitch, a Fashion Television die-hard gets her Calvin Klein Fashion Fix of; and we re-vist we revisit New York designer Stephen Sprouse best-known for his day-glow punk-rock designs of the 1980s on our FT classic.

(13S) Chantal Tomass - Lingerie Designer Fashion around the globe: A look at the latest styles from Medellin, London and Moscow. In Paris, Alexander McQueen plays chess with live models. Chantal Thomass - the lingerie designer behind Victoria's Secret's new upscale underwear. In New York, 'Sam the Driver' - the man who steers us from show to show finally gets to see one from the inside.

Robbery Homicide Division Star! Inside takes us to the streets of Los Angeles with Michael Mann's television drama Robbery Homicide Division. We sit down and interrogate the squad about life on and off the beat. Interviews include the show's lead detective Tom Sizemore, and Canadian David Cubitt, who gives us an undisclosed tour of the set.

Bruce Willis An in depth programme about some of the most interesting people in the movie industry today.

Sandra Bullock Sandra Bullock is the queen of romantic comedies. She first made her presence known in "Demolition Man" and "Speed". Today she's not only starring in, but also producing her movies most of the time.

The Poltergeist Series After directing "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" Tobe Hooper was given the helm for "Poltergeist" by the producer Steven Spielberg and he did a fine job. This also led to the two sequels about the undead causing mayhem, death and destruction.

Fairy Tales Rooted in the oral tales of the 17th Century French salons, Fairy tales have shaped our cultural views of gender, romance and sexuality. Originally not intended for children, these tales often addressed taboos such as incest, brutal murder, and sexual predators.Fairy tales addressed real life situations and real life anxieties, often in a disturbing dream-like way. How have they evolved into the highly sanitized, romantic tales of the present age? This story will trace the history of fairy tales, and the continuing reinterpretation and modernization of these archetypal stories. For the past twenty five years, artist Karin Rosenthal's work has focused on the the fusion of the body and nature. Her sensual, and often surreal photographs are exhibited and collected around the world.They're naughty. They're raunchy. And they are oh so British. They are "Tart Cards". Exclusive to London, Tart Cards have become a fixture in the city's telephone booths with over 13 million of them posted each year.

Lost in Hawaii Hotlines travels around the globe visiting the hottest resorts, enjoying the wild nightlife, drinking in the local culture and experiencing adrenaline packed extreme adventure activities that will take your breath away and leave you wanting more!

(19S) Stevie Wonder Feels the Fashion In New York - Kai Milla - Stevie Wonder's designer wife gets him feeling the fashions. In Paris - a rare peek at a private fitting with Valentino.In Rome, ancient history meets the future of fashion. From porn stars to presidents - triple X photographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders.

Kenneth Cole's Animated Soprano Spoof Martin Scorsese's Armani commercial; Kenneth Cole's animated Soprano's spoof; Valentino's Haute Couture; Vivienne Westwood's Spring 2003 show; and dressing for the Oscars eleven years ago.

M Night Shyamalan Born in India and raised in a posh Philadelphia suburb as the son of doctors, director M. Night Shyamalan came out of almost nowhere and struck gold with the 1999 blockbuster The Sixth Sense and since then, has never looked back.