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

1118 (050812) 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.

Wacky or Wacko? In some circles, it's said that creativity is linked to craziness. But artists are supposed to challenge authority and push the boundaries, aren't they? How far is too far? Some public outbursts and breakdowns evolve from pressure, some from substance abuse, and some from pre-existing conditions. From Courtney Love to Britney Spears, from Mariah Carey to, of course, Michael Jackson. When does kooky and eccentric become something seriously wrong?

050819 (Ep 306) 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.

John Woo Master of action John Woo talks about growing up in Hong Kong surrounded by violence, looks at the anatomy of an action scene and takes a few shots at Hollywood.

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(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.

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Hermès - 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.

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Matthew McConaughey Matthew McConaughey topped the bill for the first time in "The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre" in 1994 together with Renée Zellweger and the film is considered one of the worst movies ever made. But if you start at the bottom, the only way is up. Since then he's starred in blockbusters like "A Time to Kill", "Edtv", "U-571" and "How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days". In this episode of Famous we follow his career and get to see interviews with Matthew himself and some of his most famous co-stars.

Lenny Kravitz Combining archive footage with new interviews, we meet one of the longest lasting stars of the music industry, Lenny Kravitz. Kravitz raised in Los Angeles around the music community he found himself surrounded by countless stars from different musical directions that later became influences in his own music.

The Black Eyed Peas 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).

Justin & Christina See how international pop megastars Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera evolved to represent a new generation of full-package performers whose powerful pipes, dance agility and sex appeal branded them as two of the undisputed entertainment icons of the new millenium.

Ashanti 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.

(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.

Marc Jacobs - Spring / Summer 2005 In New York, Marc Jacobs showed his talent with his colourful collection.

041218 Spirit Bear - based on true story of a young British Columbia teenager's fight against the forest industry and provincial government to save the endangered white bear. Stars Mark Rendall, Graham Greene and Ed Begley Jr. MT is on set in Vancouver.In Good Company - a corporate takeover sees a 50-year-old ad executive end up with a 26-year-old boss who also begins an affair with his daughter. Stars Dennis Quaid, Topher Grace and Scarlett Johansson.Phantom of the Opera - a film adaptation of the stage musical about a disfigured musical genius who haunts an opera house. Stars Gerard Butler and Emmy Rossum.The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou - an internationally famed oceanographer sets out to a possibly non-existent shark that may or may not have killed his partner during the documentary filming of their latest adventure. Stars Bill Murray, Owen Wilson, Cate Blanchett and Anjelica Huston.Fat Albert - Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids come to life when they step out of their animated television world into the real world. Stars Kenan Thompson.Hotel Rwanda - based on true story of a hotel manager who saved the lives of over a thousand refugees by giving them shelter in his hotel. Stars Don Cheadle and Nick Nolte. Aboriginal Film Festival - highlights from the third annual Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival.

Robin Williams Robin Williams started out as a stand up comedian in the seventies and went from there to the hit television series "Mork and Mindy" to star in the Robert Altman film "Popeye". Even though the film wasn't very successful Robin's career in the movies took off. Since then he's been playing comedic roles as an old nanny in "Mrs Doubtfire" and more serious as Mr Keating in "Dead Poets Society" to the plain bizarre as Parry in "The Fisher King". In this instalment of "Famous" we get to see interviews and clips from Robin Williams' long and illustrious career.

Blind Date We go behind of "Blind Date" the world's most popular dating show. See how the show is produced and what happens on the set when the studio cameras are switched off.

Adrien Brody 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.

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.

Wacky or Wacko? In some circles, it's said that creativity is linked to craziness. But artists are supposed to challenge authority and push the boundaries, aren't they? How far is too far? Some public outbursts and breakdowns evolve from pressure, some from substance abuse, and some from pre-existing conditions. From Courtney Love to Britney Spears, from Mariah Carey to, of course, Michael Jackson. When does kooky and eccentric become something seriously wrong?

The Backstreet Boys 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).

Def Leppard The multi-million album selling Def Leppard return with their melodic metal sounds with their latest studio disc "X". Bill Welychka chronicles the band and features an exclusive interview as well as rare archival moments.

Guy Maddin directs a short film written and performed by Isabella Rossellini as a tribute to her father the late director Roberto Rossellini. MT is on set in Winnipeg.The Island - a futuristic action thriller about a couple of clones who try to escape once they find out they only exist to provide body parts. Stars Ewan McGregor, Steve Buscemi and Scarlett Johansson.Secret Lives - made for television mystery about an art professor who finds out deceptions kept from her by her deceased husband.Bad News Bears - a grizzled little league coach tries to turn a team of misfits into winners. Stars Billy Bob Thornton, Marcia Gay Harden and Greg Kinnear.Metallic Blues - a tragic-comic tale about two Israeli car dealers who risk it all in search of a better life. MT talks to writer/director Danny Verete.

Kevin Smith Born in New Jersey and raised on a steady diet of comic books and Stars Wars, director Kevin Smith talks about making movies that always make their money back and explains why many of his fans are over-educated underachievers.

(30S) The Latest from David LaChapelle In Toronto - Bollywood cowboy - East meets Western at Fashion Cares. In New York - the latest from photographer and film maker David LaChapelle. In Paris - backstage drama at the Elie Saab couture collection. 'Wrong place, wrong time' - a precious piece of art gets shattered at the Imitation of Christ show.

Tata Naka - 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.

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.

1119 (050819) 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.

Masters of Disaster 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.

James Bowman, Hans Hagen Male superstars James Bowman, Hans Hagen, Boris and Scott Barnhill. Go on the scene to L'Uomo Vogue casting and shoot.

"When Music's Got Game" Idols come in two varieties - pro sport and pop star. And with music driving those fantastic physical feats both at the game and on stage, their lives - and worlds - often collide. In this episode we'll explore the musical score of live athletic events and check in with some of music's biggest sports fans. We'll also hear from pop stars who are investing in professional sports teams and sports pros who are not just talking music, they're making it. Featuring WWE's John Cena, Janet Jackson, Brandy, Jon Bon Jovi, Pink and Aerosmith, among others.

Spreading Misandry Spreading Misandry This story takes a look at the controversial book, Spreading Misandry, which examines what it's authors see as an alarming increase in the hostility and contempt toward males found in much of popular culture.Carolyn Weltman is a mixed-media erotic artist who uses graphite, inks, gesso and oils as well as her computer to illustrate her innermost thoughts, poems and ideas. A self admittedly sexual person, Carolyn's art explores themes of masturbation, power, submission and bondage, among others. Her work has been published in Penthouse and remains a constant fixture on the streets of New York's famous Soho district. Carolyn was named 2002 Erotic Artist of the Year at the Erotic Awards in London.

Matchbox Twenty Matchbox Twenty quietly became America's most popular rock band of the late '90s . even if nobody quite realized that they had achieved that status! In just 6 years, they have sold over 20 million albums worldwide. Bill Welychka talks to the band in a brand new exclusive interview about their successes and the brand new disc "More Than You Think You Are".

(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.

Marc Jacobs - Spring / Summer 2005 In New York, Marc Jacobs showed his talent with his colourful collection.

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.

Robin Williams Robin Williams started out as a stand up comedian in the seventies and went from there to the hit television series "Mork and Mindy" to star in the Robert Altman film "Popeye". Even though the film wasn't very successful Robin's career in the movies took off. Since then he's been playing comedic roles as an old nanny in "Mrs Doubtfire" and more serious as Mr Keating in "Dead Poets Society" to the plain bizarre as Parry in "The Fisher King". In this instalment of "Famous" we get to see interviews and clips from Robin Williams' long and illustrious career.

Masters of Disaster 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.

Spreading Misandry Spreading Misandry - This story takes a look at the controversial book, Spreading Misandry, which examines what it's authors see as an alarming increase in the hostility and contempt toward males found in much of popular culture.Carolyn Weltman is a mixed-media erotic artist who uses graphite, inks, gesso and oils as well as her computer to illustrate her innermost thoughts, poems and ideas. A self admittedly sexual person, Carolyn's art explores themes of masturbation, power, submission and bondage, among others. Her work has been published in Penthouse and remains a constant fixture on the streets of New York's famous Soho district. Carolyn was named 2002 Erotic Artist of the Year at the Erotic Awards in London.

James Bowman, Hans Hagen Male superstars James Bowman, Hans Hagen, Boris and Scott Barnhill. Go on the scene to L'Uomo Vogue casting and shoot.

(30S) The Latest from David LaChapelle In Toronto - Bollywood cowboy - East meets Western at Fashion Cares. In New York - the latest from photographer and film maker David LaChapelle. In Paris - backstage drama at the Elie Saab couture collection. 'Wrong place, wrong time' - a precious piece of art gets shattered at the Imitation of Christ show.

Tata Naka - 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.

Kevin Smith Born in New Jersey and raised on a steady diet of comic books and Stars Wars, director Kevin Smith talks about making movies that always make their money back and explains why many of his fans are over-educated underachievers.