Harry finally takes flight Aug 1 2007
NOT being a fan of the books, or the previous films, I felt little anticipation for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix – especially after what I thought was decidedly average acting in the earlier films, particularly from the younger stars. more
Hunting for film funding Jul 16 2007
A teenage film writer has got film industry movers and shakers on Tyneside talking – all he needs now is money to get his project off the ground. Entertainment Editor GORDON BARR has the details more
Paul has parable with teeth Jun 23 2007
It is a childhood experience most of us can relate to. Lying back in a huge chair, mouth gaping and eyes wide as a dentist prods and scrapes around our teeth. It certainly made a lasting impression on Paul, who has based his first short film Rory's Teeth on boyhood trips to the dentist. more
Overcoming her demons Jun 22 2007
At first glance you'd assume actress Drew Barrymore had been dealt a lucky hand of cards. She's beautiful, rich, famous and has the pick of some of the best movie roles around. more
Flyboy has future charted Jun 1 2007
He's just emerging as one of Hollywood's most in-demand actors but it's fair to say that James Franco is already flying high. more
New Dawn for Cannes May 31 2007
George Clooney may have eluded her but Dawn Furness did come within a whisker of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt at the world's most glamorous film festival. Opera star Dawn, from Cramlington, was busking before million-dollar money men and film magnates to sell her new script. She was part of the high-class cast at the 60th anniversary of the French festival - and here she reveals her Cannes diary: an insider's guide to promoting a film script. more
New Dawn for Cannes May 31 2007
George Clooney may have eluded her but Dawn Furness did come within a whisker of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt at the world's most glamorous film festival. Opera star Dawn, from Cramlington, was busking before million-dollar money men and film magnates to sell her new script. She was part of the high-class cast at the 60th anniversary of the French festival - and here she reveals her Cannes diary: an insider's guide to promoting a film script. more
Film fest has new facets May 31 2007
Waygood Gallery's Little Jewel Cinema launches a new season of short films today. The Sapphire Season is Little Jewel's third at the free peephole cinema on High Bridge, Newcastle, where passers by can peep through a hole in a window to watch films, documentaries, music videos and animation. more
Film fest has new facets May 31 2007
Waygood Gallery's Little Jewel Cinema launches a new season of short films today. The Sapphire Season is Little Jewel's third at the free peephole cinema on High Bridge, Newcastle, where passers by can peep through a hole in a window to watch films, documentaries, music videos and animation. more
Dedicated star becomes pilot May 25 2007
James Franco is flying high, thanks to new film Flyboys. Eileen Condon meets Hollywood's new heart throb. more
Dedicated star becomes pilot May 25 2007
James Franco is flying high, thanks to new film Flyboys. Eileen Condon meets Hollywood's new heart throb. more
Astonishing debut stars Julie Christie May 25 2007
The exiled Tyneside Cinema, doing very nicely at Gateshead Old Town Hall while its Newcastle home is improved, is showing (from today) the directorial debut of 28-year-old Canadian actress Sarah Polley. more
Astonishing debut stars Julie Christie May 25 2007
The exiled Tyneside Cinema, doing very nicely at Gateshead Old Town Hall while its Newcastle home is improved, is showing (from today) the directorial debut of 28-year-old Canadian actress Sarah Polley. more
Orlando's reached a point in life to treasure May 25 2007
He reached the milestone age of 30 this year, but far from being daunted by the advancing years, fresh-faced actor Orlando Bloom reckons he's entering the best stage of his life. more
Serial killer movie gets in your head May 18 2007
Actor Jake Gyllenhaal has made a name for himself with intense brooding roles in films such as Donnie Darko, Moonlight Mile and Brokeback Mountain. more
Jamie hits heights in new role Apr 29 2007
Life as an actor can be a dangerous business, as Jamie Bell discovered during his latest film. more
Justin plays the Alpha male Apr 20 2007
Justin Timberlake is in Newcastle at the end of the month. From today, though, he can be seen in cinemas in new film Alpha Dog. more
And for my Next investigation Apr 19 2007
No, it's not the clothing retailer, it's a new thriller starring Julianne Moore and Nicolas Cage. Julianne talks to Robin Walker about Next. more
