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Cindy Pearlman biography

Cindy Pearlman grew up in Chicago loving movies and everything Hollywood. She covers the entertainment industry interviewing all of the biggest stars of movies, TV …

‘Finding Nemo’ fish spoke in his voice, and Albert Brooks was hooked

Albert Brooks fondly recalls the day he was reeled in to star in “Finding Nemo.” “The director did the most amazing thing. I wasn’t just asked if I wanted to do the film. I was taken into a screening room where these animators took a …Read More
Once taunted by bullies, Milla Jovovich takes it out on zombies

Milla Jovovich is a zombie’s worst nightmare in the “Resident Evil” franchise. Rough and tough on screen, the action star says that in real life that wasn’t always the case. “I was a Russian immigrant whose last name was one that no one could pronounce,” …Read More
The last ‘Twilight’ and 13 other big movies for the fall

CINDY PEARLMAN: It’s the time of year on the big screen when movies get extremely personal, with drama almost as intense as their stars’ real-life turmoil. Here are 14 movies to fall for this season.

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Bradley Cooper ‘thrilled’ to work with a boyhood pal on ‘The Words’

Bradley Cooper can easily find the words to describe his nerd past. “Hot is the exact opposite word that I’d use to describe my young life,” says Cooper. “I was not one of the cool kids. I wasn’t even on the radar. “I wasn’t even …Read More

Other movies this fall: zombies, surfers and more

Sept. 14 “Resident Evil: Retribution”: Those darn zombies. Can’t live with ’em. Can’t kill ’em, as Milla Jovovich finds out (again). “10 Years”: Man of the moment Channing Tatum is ready to pop the question to the love of his life (real-life wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum), …Read More

New films and an old favorite for kids

“Finding Nemo 3D” (Sept. 14) So what if you already know who sinks and who swims? It’s the return of one of Pixar’s best, about a little fish that just wants to go home. “Frankenweenie” (Oct. 5): Winona Ryder, Martin Landau, Martin Short and Catherine …

After Oscar nomination for ‘The Help,’ Jessica Chastain racks up more big roles

There are moments in newfound stardom that still call for a little help. Jessica Chastain, Oscar-nominated for “The Help,” says that moment came when she was tired, hungry and back in some nondescript Toronto hotel suite. The actress glanced down at her cell phone. “I …

William Shatner lands at Chicago Comic Con

It’s Kirk out — of town, that is. William Shatner is in town for an appearance Saturday at Chicago Wizard World Comic Con in Rosemont. What’s the oddest Trek question he has ever been asked at one of these events? “It ranges from questions including, …

When she’s not being a mom, Jennifer Garner plays a mom

LOS ANGELES — Jennifer Garner’s life comes with its Hallmark moments. Just the other day, hubby Ben Affleck came home from shooting in Puerto Rico. “He hadn’t seen the kids in a week. The minute his feet actually hit the driveway, Ben had two girls …

As one ‘Closer’ closes, another gig opens for Mary McDonnell

Mary McDonnell doesn’t want to be Pollyanna about turning 60. “There is nothing fun when you get up from a chair and go, ‘Is that a little crick up my back? Are you kidding me?’ ” says the actress. “I’m always shocked when my body …

Meryl Streep has nothing to fear but herself

The greatest living film actress of her generation just can’t do it. Meryl Streep is talking about what makes her shake in high heels. Did she get anxious doing awkward middle-aged love scenes with Tommy Lee Jones for their new movie “Hope Springs?” “Love scenes …

Jessica Biel’s done almost nothing on Justin Timberlake wedding

For Jessica Biel, being engaged to Justin Timberlake is a “breathless moment” she wants to enjoy as long as she can. She kick-boxed and lifted weights to get in shape to fight Kate Beckinsale in her new movie, “Total Recall.”

Fans nosy about what Harrison’s doing at his ‘Pad’

It’s one thing to host a dating show called “Bachelor Pad.” It’s quite another when your own love life is under scrutiny. The host with the most on ABC is nothing if not upfront. Chris Harrison asks what’s in the tabloids this week: “I would …

Playing a daffy dad comes naturally for Steve Zahn

Steve Zahn is not a wimpy dad. The laid-back actor is the type who will make spur-of-the-moment parental decisions that turn into lasting memories. “One day when I wasn’t working and there was nothing going on, my wife and I looked at each other and …

Taking the next ‘Step’

So you think you can’t dance? Or maybe you know you can’t dance? The stars of “Step Up: Revolution” have a little bit of advice. “You can dance,” says actor Ryan Guzman. “You never know if you can dance until you trust yourself. Dance shouldn’t …

Christian Bale on playing Batman one last time

In the end, Batman is the ultimate loner. No one knows that better than actor Christian Bale, who began an epic franchise alone. He ended it in the same way.

Hold the Batphone for 5 questions

Feeling a bit confused when it comes to Bat-fact vs. Bat-fiction? We asked the filmmakers and stars of “The Dark Knight Rises” for a few Bat-answers. Did director Christopher Nolan and his brother, screenwriter Jonathan Nolan, model the Occupy Gotham theme on Occupy Wall Street? …