Star! 2005-08-29--2005-08-30

1117 (050805) 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.

Cheese The worst in music can be fun too! Who's too over-the-top? Which songs are really annoying? What are the best parodies out there? What are the cheesiest trends in music today? We go to such Fromage experts as Weird Al and Ed The Sock, among others, to find out. Feauturing Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, B52s, Justin Hawkins of the Darkness and many others.

050812 (Ep 305) 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.

Neil Jordan Best known for "The Crying Game", Irish-born Neil Jordan speaks about writing, directing and making movies in America.

(10S) Tom Ford Revealed In Hollywood, a revealing interview with former Gucci designer Tom Ford. In Milan, Tom Ford's replacement shows her first Gucci collection. One crane, one camera, one hundred and ninety models: In central park, a bird's eye view of one of the biggest fashion shoots ever. Fashion around the world - the latest styles from Iceland, India and Moscow.

Betsey Johnson - Spring / Summer 2005 Raw is a new way of watching fashion on television. Uncensored and unhurried, the latest runway collections are delivered in their entirety at a more revealing pace. The show's raw, documentary style captures the candid and unpolished moments both backstage and on the runway.

Adam Sandler An in depth programme about some of the most interesting people in the movie industry today.

On a hot July day in 1985, Robert Bierenbaum, a successful doctor, reports to police that his wife, Gail, has disappeared. He says she went out for a walk and never returned. But almost immediately, Gail's family has doubts about Robert's story. Despite a history of erratic and sometimes violent behavior, Bierenbaum manages to avoid arrest and escape his dubious past. After years of pursuit justice finally catches up to Robert Bierenbaum.

Avril Lavigne 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).

Red Hot Chili Peppers California's Red Hot Chili Peppers were voted the best band in the world recently by Kerrang! magazine. That's no surprise seeing the band has sold over 32 million albums worldwide, and has a fanbase that has stuck with the band through many controversies. The band has survived numerous setbacks, including line-up changes and drug addiction. 20 years into their career the band shows no sign of slowing down.

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

(33S) Celebrities in the Nude 4 Inches - A photographic exhibition of celebrities in the nude. In New York - the revealing bikinis of Rosa Cha. In Paris, John Galliano's latest collection for Christian Dior. Model Alek Wek becomes a 'bag lady'. In Milan, The latest from Muccia Prada.

The Coen Brother's commercial A GAP commercial directed by the COEN brothers; an uncut conversation with Dennis Hopper as he reminisces through his photographs; former Miss Norway stops by to discuss her role in "Eve", a stunning film that merges the beauty of nature with the beauty of the human form; and on our FT Classic we flash back to the big dance craze of the early 90s: its time to Vogue.

041106 The Condemned, a Doctor's experiments to bring his wife from the dead lead to the creation of mutants who are neither dead nor alive. Stars Liane Balaban and Luis Guzman. MT is on set in Vancouver.Bridget Jones' Diary : The Edge of Reason - a sequel to the hit film follows the further adventures of Bridget as she starts her new relationship. Stars Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth and Hugh Grant.The Wild Guys - this comedy is based on play about four middle-aged men who go on a "soul exploring" trek into the wilderness. Stars Jackson Davies, Lochlyn Munro, Hrothgar Matthews and Kenneth Welsh.Kinsey - a look at the life of Alfred Kinsey whose research into human sexuality caused such controversy in the middle half of the last century. Stars Liam Neeson, Laura Linney and Peter Sarsgaard.After The Sunset - an FBI agent is on the trail of a retired jewel thief in the Bahamas. Stars Pierce Brosnan, Salma Hayek and Woody Harrelson.CineCity : Vancouver's Stories - a look at the a program from Citytv Vancouver which supports the development and production of films by visible minority and aboriginal filmmakers in British Columbia.

Salma Hayek An in depth programme about some of the most interesting people in the movie industry today.

Sheryl Crowe The Story of Sheryl Crowe provides fans the complete picture of Sheryl by combining new exclusive interviews with archival performance and interview footage.The Story of Sheryl Crowe covers her carreer as one of music's most important artists.

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.

Cheese The worst in music can be fun too! Who's too over-the-top? Which songs are really annoying? What are the best parodies out there? What are the cheesiest trends in music today? We go to such Fromage experts as Weird Al and Ed The Sock, among others, to find out. Feauturing Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, B52s, Justin Hawkins of the Darkness and many others.

Kelly Clarkson 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).

Madonna She is one of the most original, innovative and controversial artists of all time. In some cases, she has become more famous for her persona, her clothes, her lifestyle, and her words rather than music. but the music keeps coming with her latest CD "American Life". Features a Canadian exclusive interview, in addition to archival moments with one of the most powerful women in entertainment.

1117 (050805) 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.

Mike Figgis 'Leaving Las Vegas' director Mike Figgis, speaks his mind on music, filmmaking and welcoming new technology.

(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.

Sweet Diesel Dreams We get to see a few of the 30 short films created by a collective of filmmakers, animators, artists, musicians and illustrators from around the world. They all collaborated for Diesel's campaign for the fall of 2004. The Review takes a look on what Diesel brand is all about.

A Scandal in Hunt County The daughter of a billionaire arms dealer falls in love with her Argentine polo instructor. When he is shot and killed at her estate, she claims he was abusive and that she killed him in self-defense.

The Scoring - MT sits in on a session with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for the scoring of the music for the film "Eighteen".Monster-In-Law - a mother in none too pleased when her son brings home a girl he plans to marry. Stars Jane Fonda, Jennifer Lopez and Michael Vartan.The Historica Minutes - formerly known as The Heritage Minutes, MT is on set in Toronto of a new series of the one minute movies highlighting key moments in Canadian history. Patrick Watson is the creative director and actors include Sonja Smits and Fabrizio Fillippo.Kicking and Screaming - when a father decides to coach his son's soccer team he ends up playing against his own very competitive father's own team. Stars Will Ferrell and Robert Duvall.Elisha Cuthbert - the actress talks about her years in Canada and how it helped her in Hollywood. She stars in the new film "House of Wax".Grey Light - a man who knows nothing about himself meets the wife of the man he's been cloned from. Stars Grey Bryk and Mary Kronert. MT is on set in Toronto.

Psycho - Method Of Madness The Screaming Room is a comprehensive examination of one of the oldest and most popular cinematographic genres. It pays homage to the people who have made landmark contributions in this field. Through a series of interviews, film clips and behind the scenes coverage we look at what scares us and how writers, directors and other film professionals create these types of films.

Charley Speed, Enrique and Kees Poort Charley Speed, Enrique, Kees Poort and Rob Clark. YM covergirl model contest. The intoxicating world of photographer David LaChapelle. Find out how Elaine Irwin Mellencamp juggles career and family.

Temper Temper Since the best way to sell celebrity is in the media, you'd think recording artists would happily do interviews. But talking to the press isn't as easy as it looks. From the newcomers to the media-trained to the untamable, artists are often temperamental. And when things fall apart, it can be caught on tape - and in this episode! We uncover some of those celebrity conniptions and colourful behaviour by featuring Courtney Love, Eminem, Elton John, Pink, Johnny Rotton, Madonna and others.

Asian American Sexuality Hollywood films have long been littered with images of exotic dragon ladies, powerful kung-fu masters, subservient geishas and effeminate Asian men . These sexual stereotypes are rooted in a long history of American exclusionism. Today, Asian Americans are subverting and reconstructing these sexualized stereotypes to form a new vision of sexuality. This half-hour SexTV special explores the past, present and future of the construction of Asian American sexuality.

20 Best Solo Successes A look at the crème de la crème choices from our selected music rankers and host Karina Huber. From the top 20 best collaborations in music to the top 20 baddest boys to the best one hit wonders of the '90s, Listed uncovers all the places where facts and stats come together for an hour of the best of the best.

(33S) Celebrities in the Nude 4 Inches - A photographic exhibition of celebrities in the nude. In New York - the revealing bikinis of Rosa Cha. In Paris, John Galliano's latest collection for Christian Dior. Model Alek Wek becomes a 'bag lady'. In Milan, The latest from Muccia Prada.

The Coen Brother's commercial A GAP commercial directed by the COEN brothers; an uncut conversation with Dennis Hopper as he reminisces through his photographs; former Miss Norway stops by to discuss her role in "Eve", a stunning film that merges the beauty of nature with the beauty of the human form; and on our FT Classic we flash back to the big dance craze of the early 90s: its time to Vogue.

A Scandal in Hunt County The daughter of a billionaire arms dealer falls in love with her Argentine polo instructor. When he is shot and killed at her estate, she claims he was abusive and that she killed him in self-defense.

Salma Hayek An in depth programme about some of the most interesting people in the movie industry today.

Psycho - Method Of Madness The Screaming Room is a comprehensive examination of one of the oldest and most popular cinematographic genres. It pays homage to the people who have made landmark contributions in this field. Through a series of interviews, film clips and behind the scenes coverage we look at what scares us and how writers, directors and other film professionals create these types of films.

Asian American Sexuality Hollywood films have long been littered with images of exotic dragon ladies, powerful kung-fu masters, subservient geishas and effeminate Asian men . These sexual stereotypes are rooted in a long history of American exclusionism. Today, Asian Americans are subverting and reconstructing these sexualized stereotypes to form a new vision of sexuality. This half-hour SexTV special explores the past, present and future of the construction of Asian American sexuality.

Charley Speed, Enrique and Kees Poort Charley Speed, Enrique, Kees Poort and Rob Clark. YM covergirl model contest. The intoxicating world of photographer David LaChapelle. Find out how Elaine Irwin Mellencamp juggles career and family.

(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.

Sweet Diesel Dreams We get to see a few of the 30 short films created by a collective of filmmakers, animators, artists, musicians and illustrators from around the world. They all collaborated for Diesel's campaign for the fall of 2004. The Review takes a look on what Diesel brand is all about.

Mike Figgis 'Leaving Las Vegas' director Mike Figgis, speaks his mind on music, filmmaking and welcoming new technology.