Sunday, March 20, 2011

Natalie Portman was spent after ‘Black Swan’ jumped right into ‘Thor’ (videos)

Natalie Portman was spent after ‘Black Swan’ jumped right into ‘Thor’ (videos)


Our two favorite swans have been busy creatures since filming Black Swan.  Both friends, Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis, will see the release of two similarly plotted romantic comedies follow the hugely successfully psychological thriller Black Swan: Natalie Portman’s No Strings Attached  and Mila Kunis’ Friends with Benefits which will be released on July 22, 2011Following Natalie’s release of No Strings Attached is Your Highness and the upcoming film Thor.  Natalie will appear in the film with Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Anthony Hopkins, Colm Feore and Stellan Skarsgård.

Natalie Portman spoke with Bang Media for NZ. Entertainment and spoke about the toll Black Swan took on her life as well as how quickly she jumped into filming ThorBang Media  reports Natalie as saying,  “I loved Darren Aronofsky and working with him was a deeply fulfilling experience but I just showed up for Thor spent.

"I probably should have gone into rehab."

Kenneth Branagh directs the film which is based on the eponymous superhero character that appeared in Marvel comics.  Natalie Portman plays the character of Jane Foster, Thor’s love interest.  Super Hero Hype caught up with Natalie Portman at a press conference for the film Brothers and fortunately managed to ask Natalie why she agreed to do Thor. She told Super Hero Hype, “I just thought it sounded like a weird idea because Kenneth Branagh's directing it, so I was just like, 'Kenneth Branagh doing 'Thor' is super-weird. I've gotta do it.’”

Thor is scheduled for U.S. release on May 6, 2011.  Your Highness will hit theaters in the U.S. on April 8, 2011.

You may watch the video trailer for Thor in the player to the left.
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Voice your opinion: Will Natalie Portman win Best Actress Oscar?

Voice your opinion: Will Natalie Portman win Best Actress Oscar?On January 25, 2011 it was announced that the psychological thriller Black Swan was nominated for five Academy Awards.  A top pick by both fans and critics for the ever coveted ...

Saturday, March 5, 2011

Natalie Portman news: Transcript of Natalie’s Best Actress speech at the Oscars

Natalie Portman news: Transcript of Natalie’s Best Actress speech at the Oscars

On February 27, 2011, Natalie Portman won the Oscar for best actress for her performance as Nina Sayers in the Darren Aronofsky film Black Swan.  The following is her full acceptance speech.  Natalie thanked her manager, Aleen Keshishian, her agents, and those who helped her prepare for the role, such as Mary Helen Bower, Michelle Rodriguez, Kurt Froman, Olga Kostritzky, Marina Stavitskaya and her fiancé Benjamin Millepied who served as the film’s choreographer.

Here is the full transcript of Natalie Portman’s best actress speech.

“Thank you so much to the Academy this is insane and I truly sincerely wish that the prize tonight was to get to work with my fellow nominees.  I'm so in awe of you.  I'm so grateful to get to do the job that I do. I love it so much.  I want to thank my parents, who are right there, first and foremost for giving me my life and for giving me the opportunity to work from such an early age and showing me everyday how to be a good human being by example.

And I want to thank my team who works with me every day.  Aleen Keshishian, my manager, for 18 years and my agents Kevin Huvane and everyone at CAA.  Bryna and Tamar at ID, my friends who are everything to me no matter what's going on in my career.  And everyone who has ever hired me, Luc Besson, who gave me first job when I was 11 years old.  Mike Nichols, who has been my hero and my champion for the past decade and now Darren Aronofsky, you are a fearless leader, a visionary.  I am blessed to have just gotten to get to work with you every day for the period of time we did.

So many people helped me prepare for this role.  Mary Helen Bowers spent a year with me, training me, Michelle Rodriguez and Kurt Froman and Olga Kostritzky, Marina Stavitskaya, and my beautiful love Benjamin Millepied, who choreographed the film and has now given me my most important role of my life.

 And also there are people on films who no one ever talks about that are your heart and soul every day.  Margie and Geordie who did my hair and makeup, Nicci, who dressed me, and Kate and Laura Mulleavy, who designed the beautiful ballet costumes, Joe Reidy, our incredible AD, first AD, and our camera operators J.C. and Steve who gave me so much soul behind the camera everyday you gave me all of your energy.  Most importantly, my family, my friends, and my love. Thank you so much.”

You may watch the official video of Natalie Portman as she accepts the Oscar for best actress from the official channel or the 83rd Annual Academy Awards here: Natalie Portman wins Best Actress 





Sunday, February 27, 2011

Natalie Portman photos: 83rd Academy Awards

Natalie Portman photos: 83rd Academy Awards

On February 27, 2011, Natalie Portman attended the 83rd Academy Awards.  She won the Oscar for best actress for her role as Nina Sayers in the Darren Aronofsky hit film Black Swan. Natalie brought a disturbing, and gripping element to the role as she wrestled with finding her dark side and transformed into the dark creature.  It was during filming that she met her future love, Benjamin Millepied.  The couple is currently expecting their first child.

Natalie looked gorgeous in a purple gown by Rodarte and Benjamin was dashing in black.  The couple looked gorgeous and there was no doubt that Natalie was a clear pick to win.

Click on the slideshow below to view the Natalie Portman photos from the 83rd Academy Awards.


Slideshow: Natalie Portman at the Oscars

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Slideshow photos: Natalie Portman 67th Venice Film Festival Black Swan (videos)

Slideshow photos: Natalie Portman 67th Venice Film Festival Black Swan (videos)


On September 1, 2010, actress Natalie Portman attended the world wide premiere of the movie Black Swan at the 67th Venice Film Festival at the Sala Grande Palazzo Del Cinema.  Looking stunning in a ruby red gown which draped at her navel and was encrusted with beads around her waist, Natalie looked a far cry from the psychologically disturbed ballerina, Nina Sayers, she portrays in Black Swan, and was a vision of elegance and perfection.

The film, Black Swan opened to critical praise at the Venice Film Festival and Natalie Portman commanded Oscar buzz shortly after its debut.  The nominees for the 83rd Academy Awards will be announced on January 25, 2011 and all eyes are on Natalie Portman.  Natalie Portman was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2004 for her role in CloserBlack Swan has already been nominated for a slew of awards including 4 Golden Globes.

On December 27, 2010 it was announced that Natalie was pregnant and engaged to Benjamin Millepied, the ballet dancer and choreographer who trained Natalie in Black Swan.

You may see a photo slideshow of Natalie Portman at the 67th Venice Film Festival in the photos to the left.  You may also see a montage of videos regarding Natalie Portman and Black Swan in the videos to the left.

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Friday, January 7, 2011

Natalie Portman flashback video: ET interview from 1994 ‘young Natalie Wood’

Natalie Portman flashback video: ET interview from 1994 ‘young Natalie Wood’

In 1994, Natalie Portman was a mere 13-year-old but she was already causing a buzz with her acting talents.  She had played the role of Mathilda in “The Professional” also known as Léon.  The film catapulted Natalie’s movie career and she found more success in the upcoming years.   It wasn’t Natalie’s first time acting, but it was her debut on the silver screen.  The film, and her role, met with critical praise and was well received commercially.  In a rare interview, you may see a 13-year-old Natalie Portman as she and several cast members sat for an interview with ET.

Even at 13, Natalie Portman had a certain charisma that drew you in.  Appearing in the ET interview alongside Natalie is star of “The Professional” Jean Reno, who played Léon and Danny Aiello, who played Tony.  Interestingly, Jean Reno and Danny Aiello both remarked on Natalie’s talent as an actress and pegged her for a ‘movie star.’  Jean Reno gave her the honor of being a ‘young Natalie Wood.”  Danny Aiello gave Natalie the wise counsel, “Don’t do television.  You’re a movie star.”

Natalie also revealed that she “loved Brad Pitt” and was devastated when he came to a screening of “The Professional” and she didn’t get to meet him.

Natalie described how her focus remained on her education and she said that her schooling would come first and she would do movies on the side.

Natalie Portman was true to her commitment not to sacrifice her education for the sake of fame, stardom and acting.  After graduating from public high school “Syosset High” she attended Harvard University from which she graduated.  Natalie made headlines when she told the New York Post that she’d considered leaving show business for a career.

Fox News quotes Natalie as saying, “I don’t care if college ruins my career.  I’d rather be smart than a movie star.”  Natalie Portman graduated from Harvard University on June 5, 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

Fortunately for fans, Natalie didn’t choose one or the other; but has excelled at both.
You may see the video of Natalie’s 1994 interview with ET in the video player to the left.

Video: Natalie Portman interview with ET from 1994, The Professional trailer



Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Live streaming video: Natalie Portman at 2011 People’s Choice Awards

Live streaming video: Natalie Portman at 2011 People’s Choice Awards

Natalie Portman will attend the 2011 People’s Choice awards and fans couldn’t be more thrilled.  The beautiful and brilliant actress has gathered plenty of Oscar buzz with her award winning performance as Nina Sayers in “Black Swan.”  Known for taking a wide variety of roles from down home sweet, country girls to period pieces Natalie Portman is more than a pretty face or versatile actress: she is a Harvard alumni.  Fans will scan the 2011 People’s Choice Awards Red Carpet to get a glimpse of Natalie as she arrives.
We’ll have plenty of photos to bring you after the show but you can see live streaming video coverage in the video player to the left.  There is also a chat box and social media networking so fans can discuss the Red Carpet arrivals and compare fashions and glamorous looks.

“Black Swan” wasn’t nominated in this year’s 2011 People’s Choice Awards but Natalie Portman and co-star Mila Kunis are gathering numerous nominations and awards between the two of them.  Early buzz says that both are highly favored for Academy Award nominations which will be announced on January 25, 2011!

Tonight, Natalie Portman and co-star Mila Kunis can sit back and enjoy the night as the 2011 People’s Choice Awards officially kicks off the new awards season.

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