Star! 2005-08-15--2005-08-16

1115 (050722) 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.

The Fame Game We like to knock 'em down but not before we build them up. We'll look at how artists are taken to the top, what they do when they get there to stay there, how having a hit can take a toll, the impossible challenges of matching certain successes, and how artists and industry differ in defining that success. Featured artists include award winners, chart toppers and record breakers like Destiny's Child, Sting, Mariah Carey.

050729 (Ep 303) 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.

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.

(28S) Boy George's Runway Collection In New York, Boy George's first runway collection. In London, fashion and celebrity photographer Regan Cameron. Men's fashion - in Milan - the latest from Dsquared. In Paris, illustrator Ruben Toledo brings the fashion world to life.

Dior - Spring / Summer 2005 Chief designer John Galliano suprised eveyone with a by his standards low key show. Asymmetrical cuts, bright reds and mods caps was few of many impressive creations on show, accompanied by a live band in contrast to the usual very loud music.

Richard Gere Richard Gere has been a Hollywood heartthrob for more than 20 years. It all started with "American Gigolo" in 1980 and since than Richard Gere have starred in "An Officer and a Gentleman", "Pretty Woman" and "Chicago" to name but a few. In this episode of "Famous" we take look at Gere's career and get to see interviews with him and his co-stars and clips from several of his films.

Woodward Around 2 a.m., on October 30, 1955, former chorus girl and New York socialite Ann Woodward awoke in the bedroom of her Long Island estate. Terrified that a prowler was in her mansion, she grabbed a shotgun and fired two shots. Unfortunately she killed her husband, Billy Woodward, heir to a huge banking fortune. "I did it," she screamed at the policemen, "I thought it was the prowler." Everyone from the gossipmongers to the police had their suspicions. How could she not have known it was her husband who was standing in front of her? Or did she? If so, why would Ann want to kill Billy Woodward? In this episode of Power Privilege and Justice, Dominick Dunne retells the true story on which he based his best selling novel, "The Two Mrs. Grenvilles."

Ashlee Simpson 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).

50 cent He's an unstoppable hip hop force - his albums sell in the multi-millions, his clothing line is hot and his G-Unit buddies are each stars in their own right thanks to his guidance. We deliver an inside look at the megastar that is 50 Cent on his Egos & Icons special!

Crazy Town Dreams do come true. Gonna Meet A Rock Star surprises fans at home, then whisks them away for a day with their favourite musicians.

(32S) Mr Spock Explores Maximum Beauty In Moscow - highlights from Russian fashion week. Vulcan turned photographer Leonard Nimoy explores fat bottoms for "Maximum Beauty". In New York - a trip to the fashion "pub" with Betsey Johnson. In Paris - the Christian Lacroix couture collection.

"Slashies" is an expression made popular by the film Zoolander used to describe someone with multiple titles; people whose descriptors use a slash; ie: model / actress; designer/ photographer.

Thunderbirds, The Bourne Supremacy, The Village, I Robot, Cable Beach, The Last Sign, The Manchurian Candidate.

Ben Affleck Ben Affleck co-wrote his first big hit "Good Will Hunting" with his best buddy Matt Damon. He's also played the "Daredevil" in the film with the same name and he's career survived "Gigli" with his then wife to be Jennifer Lopez which bombed at the boxoffice and was thrashed by the critics. "Famous" follow Affleck's rise to stardom and predict the future of this talented heartthrob.

Guns N'Roses Guns 'n' Roses brought raw, ugly rock & roll crashing back into the charts. Despite releasing only 4 studio albums, they would sell millions of records around the world. Inner turmoil would leave vocalist Axl Rose the only original member left. As the world patiently awaits for a new record, ex-Gunners Slash, Duff, and Matt regroup with Scott Weiland to form Velvet Revolver, and Bill Welychka heads to West Hollywood to catch up with the group. Through this exclusive new interview, and utilizing the world's largest rock n' roll library, "The Story OF" showcases the past, present and future of Guns 'n' Roses.

That 70's Show Star! Inside goes retro and hangs with the cast of That 70's Show. Meet the whole gang as they talk about everything from the fashion to the fame to growing up in the coolest decade. Interviews include Mila Kunis, Danny Masterson, Laura Prepon, Topher Grace and Wilmer Valderrama.

The Fame Game We like to knock 'em down but not before we build them up. We'll look at how artists are taken to the top, what they do when they get there to stay there, how having a hit can take a toll, the impossible challenges of matching certain successes, and how artists and industry differ in defining that success. Featured artists include award winners, chart toppers and record breakers like Destiny's Child, Sting, Mariah Carey.

Eminem 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).

Celine Dion Witness the story of the top-selling female vocalist in music history, Celine Dion. Includes highlights from her exclusive MuchMoreMusic live visit, and rarely seen archival moments.

1115 (050722) 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.

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(31S) Vera Wang at Celebrity Weddings In New York, the fashion world honours the best at the CFDA awards. Vera Wang - the designer who helps celebrities gets married in style. In New Delhi - India's celebrated identical twin models. In Paris - breaking out the champagne with Jean Paul Gaultier. In Moscow - humour, fashion and sex with Russia's leading photographer.

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Imitation of Christ Imitation of Christ began as an anti-fashion fashion label known for avant-garde fashion presentations. This episode surveys some of the label's more memorable shows, and presents footage from the Fall Winter 2004 show - RAW and uncut. It's the closest thing to being there!

Congdon On a summer night in Duluth, Elizabeth Congdon, one of Minnesota's wealthiest women, is suffocated with a satin pillow as she sleeps in her sprawling mansion on the shore of Lake Superior. The police find no evidence, and came up with no motive. They quickly delve into the wealthy iron-mining scion's past. Ultimately the trail leads to Congdon's adopted daughter, Marjorie. The story ends in a sensational and astonishing trial that remains part of Minnesota folklore.

A forest engages in genetic experimentation to increase its yield infecting loggers and environmentalists who turn into zombie-like creatures. Stars Paul Campbell, J.R. Bourne and Sarah Lind. MT is on set in Victoria.XXX: State of the Union - a renegade agent has to battle a military splinter group trying to overthrow the U.S. government. Stars Ice Cube, Samuel L. Jackson and Willem Dafoe.A Lot Like Love - a romantic comedy traces the bumpy relationship between two young people who can't decide if they're right or wrong for one another. Stars Ashton Kutcher and Amanda Peet.Slings and Arrows - a second season of the series capturing the drama going on behind-the-scenes at a Shakespearean Theatre. Stars include Paul Gross, Stephen Ouimette, Martha Burns and Mark McKinney. MT is on set in Toronto.Enron : The Smartest Guys in the Room - a documentary takes a look at one of the greatest business scandals in history. Directed by Alex Gibney.The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - a man discovers his friend is actually an alien and is transported off Earth moments before it is exploded to make way for a new hyperspace motorway. Stars Martin Freeman, Sam Rockwell, Mos Def and Zooey Deschanel.

Werewolves The legend of the werewolf is one of the oldest and most primal of man's superstitions, and one of Hollywood's favourite stories. Be careful or you might be its next victim in the Screaming Room or in your nightmares.

Liya Kebede and Famke Janssen Modeling is an international melting pot. Meet "It Girl" Liya Kebede from Ethiopia, Famke Janssen from Belgium, American superstar Maggie Rizer, and rising star Amanda Moore. Go behind the scenes with Kahari Mays at Nickel Day Spa for men, and visit ELITE modeling in Toronto, plus Brit-boy James Penfold.

Animal Attractions Everybody loves cute critters, especially eccentric pop stars. In this episode, we'll explore all kinds of animalistic relationships, from Paris Hilton and her pooch to Ozzy Osbourne and his infamous association with bats and doves. We'll also look at how animals of all kinds are inspiring music and starring in music videos.

Generation Five Generation Five is a unique organization based out of San Francisco that works to end child sexual abuse within five generations. For this story, we spoke with some members of Generation Five about the complicated nature of child sexual abuse and their approach to prevention.Scarlot Harlot, is an outspoken and outrageous sex worker, activist and artist. She has written, performed and produced work in a variety of genres on women's issues and on her experiences in the sex industry.Transgendered author and artist Kate Bornstein discusses what it felt like to have sex reassignment surgery.

40 Best Videos part 2 We list the best music videos ever. In this second instalment we count down from 20 to 1 and check out what videos have made history and broke new ground when they first was released and, of course, reveals the best video ever.

(32S) Mr Spock Explores Maximum Beauty In Moscow - highlights from Russian fashion week. Vulcan turned photographer Leonard Nimoy explores fat bottoms for "Maximum Beauty". In New York - a trip to the fashion "pub" with Betsey Johnson. In Paris - the Christian Lacroix couture collection.

Slashie is an expression made popular by the film Zoolander used to describe someone with multiple titles; people whose descriptors use a slash; ie: model / actress; designer/ photographer.

Congdon On a summer night in Duluth, Elizabeth Congdon, one of Minnesota's wealthiest women, is suffocated with a satin pillow as she sleeps in her sprawling mansion on the shore of Lake Superior. The police find no evidence, and came up with no motive. They quickly delve into the wealthy iron-mining scion's past. Ultimately the trail leads to Congdon's adopted daughter, Marjorie. The story ends in a sensational and astonishing trial that remains part of Minnesota folklore.

Ben Affleck Ben Affleck co-wrote his first big hit "Good Will Hunting" with his best buddy Matt Damon. He's also played the "Daredevil" in the film with the same name and he's career survived "Gigli" with his then wife to be Jennifer Lopez which bombed at the boxoffice and was thrashed by the critics. "Famous" follow Affleck's rise to stardom and predict the future of this talented heartthrob.

Werewolves The legend of the werewolf is one of the oldest and most primal of man's superstitions, and one of Hollywood's favourite stories. Be careful or you might be its next victim in the Screaming Room or in your nightmares.

Generation Five Generation Five is a unique organization based out of San Francisco that works to end child sexual abuse within five generations. For this story, we spoke with some members of Generation Five about the complicated nature of child sexual abuse and their approach to prevention.Scarlot Harlot, is an outspoken and outrageous sex worker, activist and artist. She has written, performed and produced work in a variety of genres on women's issues and on her experiences in the sex industry.Transgendered author and artist Kate Bornstein discusses what it felt like to have sex reassignment surgery.

Liya Kebede and Famke Janssen Modeling is an international melting pot. Meet "It Girl" Liya Kebede from Ethiopia, Famke Janssen from Belgium, American superstar Maggie Rizer, and rising star Amanda Moore. Go behind the scenes with Kahari Mays at Nickel Day Spa for men, and visit ELITE modeling in Toronto, plus Brit-boy James Penfold.

(31S) Vera Wang at Celebrity Weddings In New York, the fashion world honours the best at the CFDA awards. Vera Wang - the designer who helps celebrities gets married in style. In New Delhi - India's celebrated identical twin models. In Paris - breaking out the champagne with Jean Paul Gaultier. In Moscow - humour, fashion and sex with Russia's leading photographer.

Imitation of Christ Imitation of Christ began as an anti-fashion fashion label known for avant-garde fashion presentations. This episode surveys some of the label's more memorable shows, and presents footage from the Fall Winter 2004 show - RAW and uncut. It's the closest thing to being there!

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.