Russell Crowe Nude

Crowe keeps his dignity

2005-04-27T09:05:00.000-07:00

MegaStar - Crowe keeps his dignity: "According to reports, the Russell Crowe flick Eucalyptus has been shelved because the big man wouldn't drop his trousers.

The spoilsport. Didn’t he hear those ego-boosting rumours about Colin Farrell’s manhood while on the set of Alexander?

Er, maybe he did.

'I was taken aback at the addition of a scene requiring me to expose my penis to the young Queen Elizabeth,' he blabbed.

Ah, so he respects the Royals too much.

The Aussie actor was further insulted by the suggestion that he could use a prosthetic one if required and also scoffed at suggestions he fell out with co-star Nicole Kidman.

'What next? Perhaps I wanted to play Nicole's role as well?'

Then he’d really have to get stuck into the prosthetics wardrobe."

Crowe says Corby case breaks his heart

2005-04-22T10:30:00.000-07:00

Herald Sun: Crowe says Corby case breaks his heart [23apr05]: "SCHAPELLE Corby remained sedated in her prison cell yesterday as her lawyer questioned whether she'll be mentally strong enough to give evidence in a final bid to win her freedom.

And Ms Corby's plight has attracted support from Hollywood heavyweight Russell Crowe, who says the case against her is 'bull----' and the sight of her tears on newspaper front pages had broken his heart.

Prosecutors have asked judges to convict the 27-year-old and jail her for the rest of her life.

Next Thursday, it will be the turn of the defence to ask that she be acquitted. Ms Corby might make a personal plea.

After that the judges will bring down their verdict, possibly next month.

Bali lawyer Lily Lubis said the 27-year-old Queenslander was trying to come to grips with the prosecutor's demand for a life sentence."

Russell Crowe came close to joining Scientology

2005-04-20T08:29:00.000-07:00

Russell Crowe: Russell Crowe came close to joining Scientology: "Russell Crowe has revealed he came close to joining the controversial cult Scientology.

The 'Gladiator' star said when he first arrived in Hollywood he read books by the sect founder L. Ron Hubbard and watched videos on their bizarre beliefs.

But the actor said the cult movement - which boasts Tom Cruise, John Travolta and Lisa Marie Presley as members - is for those who feel insecure and need guidance in their lives.
He told America's Interview magazine: 'I read 'Dianetics' by L. Ron Hubbard, I got a couple of videos, and I took it all in. It just seems like a religion that's perfect for people who feel like they need grounding, who feel that the world has run off with them.'

Crowe turned to music instead and this week released his first single - which he boasted about by posting fan mail from famous musicians on his website."

Russell Crowe Slammed By Ex Band Mates

2005-04-18T12:04:00.000-07:00

Russell Crowe: Russell Crowe Slammed By Ex Band Mates: "Actor and sometime rocker RUSSELL CROWE has been blasted by a former 30 ODD FOOT OF GRUNTS bandmate for lacking the courtesy to inform his colleagues he had decided to split the group.

Bassist GARTH ADAMS, who formed 30 Odd Foot Of Grunts with pal Crowe 12 years ago, was left aghast when he heard the band was no more by reading about it in a newspaper.
Adams says, 'He didn't tell us he was going to do it.

'You'd think after all that time he would let us know personally, but no. I read about it in the newspapers.

'Once before he cancelled a tour and I heard about it on the radio. It's very disappointing but that's just the way he works.'"

The Stax Report Salutes Russell Crowe

2005-04-08T10:29:00.000-07:00

FilmForce: The Stax Report Salutes Russell Crowe: "Stax here with a special birthday tribute to Russell Crowe! The Oscar-winning New Zealander turns 41 today. Here are some of my favorites featuring Crowe:

Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, 2003, dir. Peter Weir. This Oscar-nominated piece of old school entertainment is based on the maritime novels of Patrick O'Brian. 'Lucky Jack' Aubrey (Russell Crowe), the swashbuckling captain of the HMS Surprise, must intercept the French vessel Acheron before it stirs up trouble in the Pacific. This art house film disguised as a blockbuster offers an incredibly detailed study of British naval life during the Napoleonic wars. Paul Bettany co-stars as ship's surgeon Stephen Maturin."

Russell Crowe's huge bust-up with fan

2005-04-06T12:25:00.000-07:00

Russell Crowe: Russell Crowe's huge bust-up with fan: "Russell Crowe has reportedly had a huge bust-up with a fan.

The Oscar-winning actor was said to have flown into a rage when a women approached him in a restaurant, asking for an autograph.

The 'Gladiator' star had been enjoying a meal with wife Danielle Spencer in New Wales, Australia, when the alleged incident occurred.
An onlooker said: 'The woman was a huge fan and wanted to do the autograph thing. 'Yet, her bloke kept a lid on it, rightly suggesting that star or not, people should be allowed to have a meal in peace.'

However, when the bills arrived there was a mix-up between the bills and the couple got Crowe's bill instead. So the fan approached the table, explained the problem and then asked for an autograph."

Russell Crowe In Talks to Swing the Razor Wide as Sweeney Todd

2005-04-01T14:36:00.000-08:00

Russell Crowe In Talks to Swing the Razor Wide as Sweeney Todd (BroadwayWorld.com): "Russell Crowe ponders, if not plans on, taking the title role in the upcoming film version of Sweeney Todd.

The Daily Mail has reported that Crowe is 'mulling over' the offer to play the homicidal barber, and Emma Thompson, Toni Collette and Imelda Staunton are supposedly all in the running for the role of his devoted, meat pie-baking accomplice Mrs. Lovett.

The actors have varying degrees of musical theatre experience. Crowe, while not in any way associated with musicals, fronts a rock band called Thirty Odd Foot of Grunts. Thompson performed in musicals during her days as a student at Cambridge University, and also starred in the London production of the Noel Gay musical Me and My Girl. Collette and Staunton are the musical theatre veterans of the bunch. Collette won raves for her role as Queenie in LaChiusa's The Wild Party in 2000, and also played a drag chanteuse in the film Connie and Carla. Staunton (recently Oscar-nominated for the film Vera Drake) played Adelaide in the acclaimed National Theatre production of Guys and Dolls, and was the Baker's Wife in the original London production of Into the Woods."

Russell Crowe Gets Help From A Canuck

2005-03-30T11:43:00.000-08:00

Soul Shine Magazine : Russell Crowe Gets Help From A Canuck: "Although his band 30 Odd Foot of Grunts bit the dust recently, Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe still intends to carry on with his music career. This time around he'll opt for a solo outing, with a little help from some of Canada's most celebrate musicians. Great Big Sea frontman Alan Doyle has played a big part in the making of the upcoming album (tentatively titled "My Hand My Heart"), playing both producer and songwriter.

Doyle's band mates Sean McCann and Bob Hallett also helped out in the studio, with Crowe meeting the Great Big Sea members after a Toronto concert last year. Doyle and Crowe have great respect for one another as artists, and it sounds as if the pair had a rip-roaring time working on songs like first single "Raewyn", and four other tracks including a cover of GBS tune "How Did I Get From Saying I Love You".

"We spent a fair bit of time clowning around or sharing stories of our homes in Newfoundland or Australia and New Zealand," says Doyle of recording with Crowe. "That said, I have never met a man more dedicated to his art, whether it be acting or music. Great Big Sea has not stopped working for 12 years, but Russell Crowe works harder than anyone I've ever known." "

Kate and Russell honour Aussie heroes

2005-03-23T08:22:00.000-08:00

Kate and Russell honour Aussie heroes: "Australia paid tribute to some of its most heroic citizens on Monday night when the red carpet was rolled out for the annual Variety Heart Awards. Oscar winner Russell Crowe and Blue Crush star Kate Bosworth were both among the big names who turned out to honour their homecountry's greatest achievers.

Moulin Rouge! director Baz Luhrman had plenty to celebrate after he was presented with a trophy in recognition of his silver screen accomplishments. But the biggest round of applause was for little Sophie Delezio, who took to the stage not to receive a gong, but to present one.
"

Review: Cinderella Man starring Russell Crowe

2005-03-21T13:48:00.000-08:00

Premiere Magazine: Cinderella Man
" This biopic of Depression-era prizefighter James Braddock reunites Russell Crowe with his A Beautiful Mind director, Ron Howard, and screenwriter, Akiva Goldsman. In contrast to the complexities of that 2002 Oscar winner, says Howard, the story boils down to the dilemma of an aging boxer forced to feed his family by risking injury in the ring. "This is much more akin to my experience directing Apollo 13-the narrative of the true story is so clear and direct and dramatic." Toronto stands in for '30s New York, but Renee Zellweger, who plays Braddock's wife, Mae, says she spent much of her time on a set with a kitchen table-"and a stove and utensils and my apron. Mae didn't want to go to the fights-she couldn't handle watching him be hurt." Back in the ring, Paul Giamatti's portrayal of Braddock's corner man, Joe Gould, is so acute, says Zellweger, "that the man disappears and all that's left is the character.""

Russell Crowe doing time behind the camera

2005-03-16T08:20:00.000-08:00

The Daily Telegraph | Rusty doing time behind the camera: "RUSSELL Crowe was busy working on a film shoot yesterday, but spent his time on the opposite side of the lens.

And no, Rusty hasn't taken over the directorial duties on the stalled Eucalyptus.

He spent the afternoon with a film crew outside Bill and Tony's cafe in East Sydney, directing a film clip for his band Thirty Odd Foot of Grunts.

The clip, shot on several Super-8 cameras, featured some elderly men sitting around an outside table, a trumpeter, a dancing couple dressed in 1950s garb and an classic Allard car.

The actor and the members of his band who were present did not feature in the clip, but Crowe's voice could be heard coming from a loudspeaker, singing an emotive song with lyrics about football and coffee, while he looked through a lens at his actors."

Russell Crowe arrested for being a Nazi

2005-03-14T11:43:00.000-08:00

Russell Crowe arrested for being a Nazi !:- - Entertainment News - Webindia123.com: "Russell Crowe's attempt at realism in his role as a neo-Nazi in Australian film Romper Stomper, became too real for comfort after he was arrested as an alleged agitator.

Crowe insisted on looking his character of thuggish Hando throughout the filming of the 1992 film, even though he found the character repulsive.However his cruel skinheaded look and his army-type boots held the unwanted attention of local cops in Melbourne.

'Two constables came out and grabbed me and said, 'Who do you think you are?' and all that sort of stuff. I said, 'Mate, I'll tell you exactly who we are - we're a group of actors, and we're doing a movie where we're playing neo-Nazi skinheads.' ', Femalefirst quoted Crowe as recalling.

'And this sergeant of police in south Melbourne says, 'Is that right? Right. Well I hope you're a method actor, son, because you're really going to enjoy this. Put him in the f**king cell.'

At the time, I was really kind of angry, but over time you cannot help but laugh at that. That's funny as hell.'"

Russell Crowe tells of fear in Oscar kidnap threat

2005-03-11T09:47:00.000-08:00

ObviousNews.com: "Actor Russell Crowe says he endured FBI protection in Los Angeles during the Oscars strictly at the agency's request, GQ magazine reported Wednesday.

The 41-year-old New Zealand native said in an interview it was the FBI that contacted him, and not the other way around.

'They picked up on something they thought was really important, and they were following it through,' said the star of 'Gladiator.'None of it was my application -- I didn't pay for any of it.'

Crowe said agents told him intelligence came from a recording picked up by a French policewoman in either Libya or Algiers, and he recalled hearing al-Qaida in his briefing.

'And it was a destabilization plan.I don't think that I was the only person.But it was about ...taking iconographic Americans out of the picture as a sort of cultural-destabilization plan,' said Crowe, who is Australian."

Al Qaeda Plot To Kidnap Crowe

2005-03-08T12:18:00.000-08:00

Sky Showbiz - A-Qaeda Plot To Kidnap Crowe: "Al Qaeda planned to kidnap Russell Crowe when Gladiator was released in a bid to 'culturally destabilise' the US.

The actor - who was given FBI protection - has revealed the bizarre plot in the new issue of GQ magazine.

The New Zealand-born star was first contacted by the FBI in 2001, he admitted.

'That was the first time I'd ever heard the phrase al Qaeda,' Crowe said.

'It was about - and here's another little touch of irony - taking iconographic Americans out of the picture as sort of a cultural destabilisation plot.'

Crowe was protected by the FBI on later film shoots and at events like the Golden Globe awards."

Crowe meets his Neighbours

2005-03-02T10:19:00.000-08:00

MegaStar - Crowe meets his Neighbours
"According to reports, Russell Crowe has agreed to star in a one-off special celebrating the 20th anniversary of Neighbours. Strewth!

The A-list actor popped up in one episode in the late 80s, playing the hunky love interest of none other than Kylie Minogue's character Charlene.

Ah, the good old days!

Of course, it could all be a load of old kangaroo, but Crowe is probably the right age to sweep Susan Kennedy off her flat feet.

And if that's not enough soap goss for you, how about the news that Stefan Dennis, who played Paul Robinson, will also return in a one-off, as will Mark Little who played Joe Mangel!"

Herald Sun: Crowe hits at Clooney

2005-02-28T10:57:00.000-08:00

Herald Sun: Crowe hits at Clooney [26feb05]: "THE great Hollywood feud between George Clooney and Russell Crowe has picked up again with Crowe delivering the most recent jab.

Crowe blasted Clooney and Robert De Niro for appearing in advertisements, apparently forgetting Nicole Kidman's Chanel campaign.

Clooney said it was no different to Crowe using his name to get exposure for his band, 30 Odd Foot of Grunt.

'Check the facts, I think I was playing in a band before George was born,' Crowe this week hit back in the London Sun.

Actually, that would mean Crowe was playing before he was even born - Clooney was born in 1961, Crowe in 1964."

GQ Reveals the Softer Side of Russell Crowe

2005-02-24T10:20:00.000-08:00

GQ Reveals the Softer Side of Russell Crowe: "In the March issue of GQ magazine, correspondent Chris Heath travels Down Under to meet Russell Crowe on his own turf for a revealing conversation about Crowe's fellow actors, family, product placement, his troubled relationship with the media, and the kidnapping subplot that followed him through the 2001 Oscar season. Heath discovers that a surprisingly softer side of Russell Crowe -- a man pegged around the world as boorish, cocky, and self-righteous -- lies not far beneath the tabloid tough-guy exterior.

On celebrity product endorsement: 'I don't use my 'celebrity' to make a living. I don't do ads for suits in Spain like George Clooney, or cigarettes in Japan like Harrison Ford. And on one level, people go, 'Well, more fault (to) you, mate, because there's free money to be handed out.' But to me it's kind of sacrilegious -- it's a complete contradiction of the f-----g social contract you have with your audience. I mean, Robert De Niro's advertising American Express.' Crowe continues, 'Gee whiz, it's not the first time (De Niro)'s disappointed me. It's been happening for a while now.'"

Nude scene too much for Crowe

2005-02-21T11:14:00.000-08:00

DeHavilland: political news feed, public and current affairs, news information service:dehavilland: "Actor Russell Crowe has revealed that he refused to show his penis in aborted film, Eucalyptus.

The movie was finally abandoned last week after speculation suggesting that Crowe and co-star Nicole Kidman had fallen out.

The Gladiator star denied the rumours of a row with his fellow Aussie.

He did however reveal that he had refused to do a scene requiring him to show his penis to a young Queen Elizabeth.

'I was taken aback,' Crowe told The Sun.

Eucalyptus has been beset by difficulties with further rumours suggesting that members of the cast had failed to see eye to eye with director Jocelyn Moorhouse.

Last week it was even reported that Crowe was looking to personally recruit a new director to get the project back on track."

Russell Crowe wants Aussie director to salvage troubled movie

2005-02-18T10:19:00.000-08:00

Russell Crowe wants Aussie director to salvage troubled movie: report: "Hollywood superstar Russell Crowe wants to hire one of Australia's top directors to salvage the troubled movie 'Eucalyptus' he was due to start shooting this month with fellow Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman, media said.

The Australian newspaper also said the film, which was postponed last week following the acrimonious departure of director-writer Jocelyn Moorhouse, would probably no longer star Australian actress Kidman.

Citing unnamed sources close to the film's producers, the newspaper said Crowe wanted either Bruce Beresford or Fred Schepisi to take over the helm from Moorhouse.

Some media reports speculated Crowe himself would direct, but The Australian said producers were leaning towards recruiting a seasoned professional."

Crowe blamed for film collapse

2005-02-14T12:42:00.000-08:00

The Daily Telegraph | Crowe blamed for film collapse: "AUSTRALIA'S biggest movie stars were last night divided over the sudden collapse of the film Eucalyptus.

Hugo Weaving yesterday said he was surprised that his co-star Russell Crowe believed the film's script was not up to scratch.

'I don't believe the script needed work at all and it was my understanding that no one else had major problems with the script,' Weaving told The Daily Telegraph.

'On the contrary, it was the script which drew all of us to it.

'It was an avoidable tragedy so it's very sad for everybody.'

Co-star Jack Thompson agreed, and said rehearsals last week with Weaving and Nicole Kidman went well.

As far as Thompson was aware neither he, Weaving or Kidman had asked for script changes.

But he was reluctant to single out his friend and former co-star Crowe.

'It's highly unlikely that ... a single person brought it to an end,' he said."

Russell Crowe attacks peers for selling out to advertisers

2005-02-11T11:09:00.000-08:00

Brand Republic: "Oscar-winning 'Gladiator' actor Russell Crowe has launched a scathing, albeit so far verbal, attack on his Hollywood peers for appearing in high-paying foreign ads.

During an interview with the US edition of GQ magazine, the 'Gladiator' actor said: 'I don't use my celebrity to make a living. I don't do ads for suits in Spain like George Clooney or cigarettes in Japan like Harrison Ford.

'And on one level, people go: 'Well, more fault to you, mate, because there's free money to be handed out'.'

Crowe said that to him the idea of appearing in such ads was completely contradictory as an actor.

'But to me it's kind of sacrilegious -- it's a complete contradiction of the fucking social contract you have with your audience. I mean, Robert de Niro's advertising American Express. Gee whiz, it's not the first time he's disappointed me. It's been happening for a while now,' he said.
"

Crowe and Kidman's Eucalyptus suffers a setback

2005-02-09T10:06:00.000-08:00

Moviehole.net - Crowe and Kidman's Eucalyptus suffers a setback: "Poor weather has thrown a spanner into the shooting schedule for the all-star Aussie pic 'Eucalyptus', which was due to lens this week.

The movie, which stars Russell Crowe, Nicole Kidman (who I hear has dyed her hair brown for the film), Jack Thompson and Hugo Weaving, had to postpone its shoot until next week, because of unremitting rain in Bellingen, on the NSW mid-north coast, where the film is due to shoot for the next nine weeks.

The film's location manager Peter Lawless says that he's a bit concerned about how the weather's going to affect the production.

'So we chose for the dry and, of course, we're kind of locked out now, we're into the wet season,' he said. 'Rain we had only 10 days ago, if we have another five days of that kind of rain that could throw us into complete chaos.'
"

Crowe and Kidman in Oz with Eucalyptus

2005-02-01T12:16:00.000-08:00

Coming Soon! - Latest News: "Fox Searchlight Pictures announced that production will begin February 7 on Eucalyptus, a sweepingly imaginative fairy tale about love and life in Australia, starring an Aussie cast led by Oscar winners Russell Crowe and Nicole Kidman, and Australian Film Institute Award winners Jack Thompson and Hugo Weaving. Based on the New York Times Notable Book of the Year of the same name written by Murray Bail, the film will be directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse from a screenplay she penned. It is produced by Uberto Pasolini (The Full Monty) and Lynda House (Muriel's Wedding) and executive produced by Crowe.

Said Russell Crowe of joining with the Australian filmmakers and cast: 'With the help of a few friends we envision this movie as a line in the sand, a statement of power through ensemble and therefore of greater impetus to the industry in general. Per capita, Australians and New Zealanders have made an enormous contribution to world cinema. We fight above our weight. This project will prove to our aspiring writers that an Australian director using Australian actors can use international funding to tell an Australian story.' "

Crowe enjoys new role of rugby pundit

2005-01-24T10:09:00.000-08:00

Herald Sun: Crowe enjoys new role of rugby pundit [23jan05]: "HOLLYWOOD star Russell Crowe celebrated his love of rugby league yesterday, playing host to a tournament near his NSW estate.

'I think it's fantastic for the first day and we are going to get a larger crowd tomorrow,' he said.

Crowe was delighted with the 3000 fans who attended the seven-a-side tournament, west of Coffs Harbour yesterday, between a Barbarians team of retired rugby league stars and the Orara Valley team the star sponsors.

Sporting an Akubra hat and RM Williams boots, Crowe obliged all autograph hunters before playing a new role -- as sports commentator.

'Coming up,' announced the award- winnng star of Gladiator and Master and Commander; 'we have the most over-rated team in the competition, the Barbarians, up against the most under-rated team in the competition, the Orara Green.'"

I was no cot case, says Crowe

2005-01-21T11:31:00.000-08:00

I was no cot case, says Crowe"IT'S a story that has has made world headlines - that Hollywood tough guy Russell Crowe couldn't manage to erect his son's baby cot.

But the star has had enough. He wants the world to know the Ikea cot did not get the better of him.

The star has written to defend his skills constructing baby accessories - after a second story revealed he became entangled erecting a new pram.

The cot fiasco started last year when Crowe commented that "the key thingy [a standard construction tool with Ikea furniture] was impossible to use" and that he couldn't put the "damn thing together".

But in an e-mail to The Daily Telegraph's Sydney Confidential he said: "It isn't one of the world's finest achievements or anything but give me a break, I am an antipodean male who runs 698 head of cattle, I do know the business end of a screwdriver.""

Eucalyptus with Hugo Weaving, Russell Crowe, Nicole Kidman and Jack Thompson

2005-01-17T11:53:00.000-08:00

Eucalyptus with Hugo Weaving, Russell Crowe, Nicole Kidman and Jack Thompson - Insomniac Mania: "Hugo Weaving has joined Russell Crowe, Nicole Kidman and Jack Thompson for 'Eucalyptus'. Shooting is to start in February using a budget of $18 million! Jocelyn Moorehouse is to direct the feature. The script was written by Michelle Joyner and Moorehouse.

Coming Soon states that the story is Set in New South Wales, an Australian state. Where a widower announces his beautiful daughter can marry only the man who can identify each of the hundreds of species of eucalyptus trees overwhelming the grounds of his estate. However, the daughter has become smitten with a mysterious New Zealander (Crowe) who has enchanted her with a tale to correspond with each eucalyptus tree."

Russell Crowe in Cinderella Man Trailer

2005-01-12T10:52:00.000-08:00

Cinderella Man Movie Trailer - Russell Crowe in Cinderella Man Trailer: "'Cinderella Man' Movie Synopsis: Russell Crowe stars in the story inspired by the life of legendary athlete Jim Braddock, a once- promising light heavyweight boxer forced into retirement after a string of losses in the ring. As the nation enters the darkest years of the Great Depression, Braddock accepts a string of dead-end jobs to support his wife, Mae (Renee Zellweger), and their children, while never totally abandoning his dream of boxing again.

Thanks to a last minute cancellation, Braddock finds himself back in the ring against the second-ranked world contender--and to everyone's amazement, Braddock wins in the third round. Despite being pounds lighter than his opponents and repeated injuries to his hands, Braddock continues to fight against challengers and win. Carrying on his shoulders the hopes and dreams of the disenfranchised masses, Braddock, dubbed the 'Cinderella Man,' faces his toughest challenger in Max Baer (Craig Bierko), the heavyweight champion of the world, renowned for having killed two men in the ring."

Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany - Master and Comander premiere

2005-01-10T10:07:00.000-08:00

Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany - Master and Comander premiere: "Honestly, you go to the premiere of a Russell Crowe movie and you don't really expect to speak to the star. He's made his distaste for press clear, and why should he cater to us? But there was some magic in the air at the premiere of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Crowe stopped and answered several questions before starting the film.
But before Crowe appeared, his co-star Paul Bettany's wife, Jennifer Connelly, snuck into the theater. She was there to support her husband, but not to do press. I, however, had seen her two days earlier at a junket for her film House of Sand and Fog, so even though she wasn't answering questions, she said hi, nice to see you again. It's nice to know I made an impression. "

James J. Braddock: The "Cinderella Man.", starring Russell Crowe

2005-01-03T10:12:00.000-08:00

James J. Braddock: The "Cinderella Man." Boxing News: "Russell Crowe stars as Braddock. Rennee Zellweger plays Braddock's wife. Universal Pictures plans to make this realistic movie, and show how people suffered through the great depression. The previews show these two academy award winners bringing home an excellent movie to see. Crowe fights this time in the ring, again the gladiator that we love to watch. James J. Braddock earned his nickname, the Cinderella Man, from his seemingly fairytale like rise from a poor local fighter to the heavyweight boxing champion of the world. Expect a movie as good as "Rocky" and "Raging Bull" with this cast and director. "

Crowe pens love letter to son

2004-12-29T10:05:00.000-08:00

Heath Ledger: Australian News: Heath Ledger And Russell Crowe: "RUSSELL CROWE has posted a loving letter to his one-year-old son CHARLES SPENCER on his fan-based website - to celebrate his first birthday on Tuesday (21DEC04).
The once volatile OSCAR-winning actor, 40, details his child's birth in the effusive message which details how wife DANIELLE SPENCER went into labour and had a four-hour journey to get to the hospital in Sydney, Australia.
Crowe writes, 'I can tell you that it has been the most wonderful year of our lives.
'You are a very special little boy, so affectionate and lovely.
'I am going to wake you up in a minute and give you your first birthday bottle, then later mum and I will take you on the harbour for breakfast.'
He sighs off, 'Thank you for coming into my life CHARLIE BOONKER, I love you, Dad"

Kidman kicked with perching on Crowe's 'Eucalyptus'

2004-12-20T10:52:00.000-08:00

Kidman kicked with perching on Crowe's 'Eucalyptus' - Entertainment News - Webindia123.com: "Actress Nicole Kidman has revealed that she is very excited about working with Russell Crowe in the forthcoming flick 'Eucalyptus' because it has been one of her dreams to act along with Crowe.
The movie has been adapted from Murray Ball' popular novel 'Eucalyptus'.
'It's a film very much about my country and I'm very excited to do it with Mr. Crowe... Yeah! We've never worked together. We've obviously known each other for years and we've always wanted to work together,' Femalefirst quoted Nicole as saying. 'In a strange way it's good that this is a very small film, because otherwise it would have turned into a circus,' she added. "

Russell Crowe goes Bush

2004-12-03T14:14:00.000-08:00

Russell Crowe goes Bush: "Russell Crowe is back on CD, this time as Executive Producer and backing singer for Australian bushband Tallowood.
Crowe adds vocals to the track 'Gypsy Rover'.
Tallowood are from Coffs Harbour on the New South Wales north coast. They have been together for 23 years.
Russell isn't the only celeb to have joined the band in that time. At various times, they can boast additional help from Ted Bullpit, Wendy Harmer, Normie Rowe and Rolf Harris.
Their new album is called Australian Accent."

Killer associated with Crowe film

2004-11-22T14:40:00.000-08:00

The Advertiser: Killer associated with Crowe film [20nov04]: "A BRITISH prisoner found guilty of the racially motivated murder of his cellmate likened himself to Russell Crowe's character in the violent Australian movie Romper Stomper.

Robert Stewart bludgeoned Zahid Mubarek to death with a wooden table leg at the Feltham Young Offenders' Institution in west London in March 2000.
An inquiry into Mr Mubarek's death today heard Stewart had watched Romper Stomper two days before the killing.
The 1991 film follows a gang of racist neo-Nazi skinheads, led by Crowe's character, engaged in a running war against Asian immigrants in Melbourne and depicts scenes of extreme violence.
Stewart, of Manchester, said he compared himself to Crowe's character Hando and the star of Stanley Kubrik's film Clockwork Orange. "

Cinderella Man review, with Russell Crowe

2004-11-19T11:13:00.000-08:00

JoBlo.com Movie News: Cinderella Man review: "Shortly after winning gobs of Academy Awards for A BEAUTIFUL MIND, Russell Crowe and director Ron Howard knew they had to work together again. Their mantles just needed more gold statues. They eventually agreed on CINDERELLA MAN and got Renee Zellweger and Paul Giamatti to co-star. Just based on pedigree alone the film is an Oscar contender by JoBlo reader 'Unbreakable' caught a test screening and said this puppy's realer than Real Deal Holyfield. Scroll below to read his positive/mild spoiler review of the upcoming film, scheduled to hit theaters this June."

Russell Crowe offends radio DJ

2004-11-17T09:28:00.000-08:00

Russell Crowe: Russell Crowe offends radio DJ: "GLADIATOR star RUSSELL CROWE has offended a British radio DJ - by furiously throwing her gift, for his baby son CHARLES, back in her face.
BBC RADIO 1 presenter JO WHILEY offered the movie hunk a carefully chosen babygro while she was interviewing him for her show, and was horrified by his aggressive reaction.
She complains, 'It was a babygro, he threw it back in my face.' "

Crowe turns hero to help snake bite boy

2004-11-15T14:31:00.000-08:00

IOL: Crowe turns hero to help snake bite boy: "Russell Crowe is being hailed a hero in his adopted Australia after helping to save a young boy's life following a deadly snake bite.

The Australian star turned saviour when little George Cox, five, was bitten by a venomous brown snake on his family's estate near Sydney.

Crowe heard about the youngster's fight for life on the local news and called Cox's parents to offer his support and prayers.

Knowing that 'the Gladiator man' was praying for him gave little George the extra strength he needed to pull away from death.

His father Geoff Cox said: 'If it wasn't for Russell Crowe, our little boy would be dead.'"

Crowe makes up with Kidman beau

2004-11-01T08:27:00.000-08:00

IOL: Crowe makes up with Kidman beau: "Russell Crowe has ended his feud with Eric Watson and has even given his blessing to the businessman's relationship with Nicole Kidman.

New Zealanders Crowe and Watson hit headlines two years ago after a brawl in a London restaurant.

But Crowe appears to be ready to bury the hatchet after inviting Kidman to a New Year's Eve party at his New South Wales, Australian ranch - and making her new beau Watson welcome too.

A source tells British newspaper the Daily Star: 'The spat with Eric is water under the bridge and they have a good laugh about it now.'"

Crowe in Tszyu's corner

2004-10-20T12:21:00.000-07:00

Tszyu and the Gladiator - Sport - www.smh.com.au: "Take two boxers, put them in a ring, add some glitz and glamour, and you'll have no trouble filling the first few rows with celebrities. Yesterday there was no ring, no glitz and just one boxer, yet there was one Academy Award winner there, and that in itself said a lot about the pugilist.
Not every sportsman can attract an Oscar winner to a pre-fight press conference, but that's what Kostya Tszyu achieved yesterday when Russell Crowe parked himself in the corner.
'I was expecting to stand in the corner and get away with that,' Crowe said when summoned to the stage at the Tszyu farewell conference before he heads to the US to fight Sharmba Mitchell on November 7.
Crowe revealed that when he sustained a shoulder injury during filming of his new movie Cinderella Man, the story of boxer Jim Braddock, he recalled what he had learnt from Tszyu."

Kidman, Crowe, Rush unite for "Eucalyptus"

2004-10-13T09:51:00.000-07:00

Herald Sun: Kidman, Crowe, Rush unite [14oct04]: "NICOLE Kidman is teaming up with Russell Crowe and Geoffrey Rush in the new film Eucalyptus.

The adaptation of Murray Bail's novel by the same name will be directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse. It is about a widower who decrees his daughter can only marry the man who can identify each one of the hundreds of species of eucalyptus trees on his property.
Production will start next year after Kidman finishes filming Bewitched."

Crowe, Clooney, Hanks, Jackman want to crack The Da Vinci Code

2004-09-29T08:52:00.000-07:00

Crowe, Clooney, Hanks, Jackman want to crack The Da Vinci Code!: "Dan's Brown's bestseller book will soon be seen on screen and it seems that director Ron Howard have a tough choice to make when choosing the protagonist.

According to The Sun, Russell Crowe, George Clooney, Tom Hanks And Hugh Jackman have all been shortlisted for the lead role of Robert Langdon but only one of them will be chosen. "

Russell Crowe 'on the wagon'

2004-09-27T09:54:00.000-07:00

Russell Crowe 'on the wagon' : Onlypunjab.com Team- Entertainment News, Movie News, Music News, Humour News, Outrageous Acts - Onlypunjab.com: "Russell Crowe has reportedly given up alcohol for good - but admits it's not easy.
The Mirror says the 40-year-old was forced to give up the booze while preparing for his new boxing movie The Cinderella Man.
But it claims he has promised his wife Danielle Spencer that he has given it up for good.
A friend said: 'He's thrown himself into this movie, not just the role but the training regime.
'He's found a real high doing all the gym work and eating and drinking properly."

Russell Crowe Eyeing Directorial Debut

2004-09-23T09:58:00.000-07:00

Coming Soon! - Latest News: "Oscar-winning Australian actor Russell Crowe is eyeing his directorial debut next year for a film based on the John Hepworth novel The Long Green Shore. Producer Mark Johnson is on board to develop the film, reports the AAP.

Crowe would also star in the film that is set during World War II and centers on an Australian battalion's mission in Papua New Guinea. The battalion is charged with purging the island of the retreating Japanese but on arrival on the island, they are greeted with the corpses of Americans and Japanese.

It is believed Crowe may play the commander or any one of more than a dozen other roles, including the character that narrates the entire story."

Russel Crowe can't shoot down the Royal Australian Navy

2004-09-21T09:38:00.000-07:00

Russel Crowe can't shoot down the Royal Australian Navy! - News Details, Webindia123.com: "An investigation carried out by the Royal Australian Navy has concluded that none of its sailors secretly photographed Hollywood actor Russell Crowe and his son Charles.
According to the Daily Telegraph, as many as 200 crew members of the ship HMAS Success were questioned following reports that a sailor had allegedly shot the pictures of Crowe and his son and sold them through an intermediary for 250, 000 dollars.
Even the editor of the Woman's Day, the magazine, which had published the pictures refuted suggestions of Australian Navy personnel taking the pictures."

Russell Crowe Brawled But Did Not Bite

2004-09-13T10:51:00.000-07:00

Russell Crowe Brawled But Did Not Bite - Elites TV - Your Elite News Source: "'Russell Crowe did not bite my ear. That never happened, simple as that,' bodyguard Mark 'Spud' Carroll said in a letter sent to the Melbourne Herald Sun. 'He did take a nip at my chest - I was trying to smother him at the time, so I can understand.' Crowe is currently filming a boxing drama, 'Cinderella Man' which may partially explain his testosterone-gone-wild antics. Crowe allegedly got into a scuffle with Carroll while on the set of the Ron Howard film in Toronto.

'It was a misunderstanding we easily cleared up the next day,' Crowe said in a separate letter to the Sun. The problem arose when bodyguard Carroll suggested that Crowe go home to his wife and child because people might get the wrong idea if they saw him hanging around a Friday night drinking session. "

Russell Crowe confirmed for lead role in "Eucalyptus"

2004-09-08T12:40:00.000-07:00

Sunday Times: Collette joins tide returning [ 09sep04 ]: "In recent weeks, Russell Crowe and Rush have both been confirmed for leading roles in Eucalyptus, which will be director Jocelyn Moorhouse's first Australian film since 1991's highly acclaimed Proof, which also co-starred Crowe.
Cate Blanchett is preparing to head the cast of Little Fish, her first local feature since 1997. And Guy Pearce will star in The Proposition, another Australian/British film with a screenplay by Nick Cave. It will commence its shoot in Queensland in coming weeks. "

Russell Crowe takes blame for scuffle

2004-09-06T08:41:00.000-07:00

USATODAY.com - Russell Crowe takes blame for scuffle: "Gladiator star Russell Crowe took the blame for his latest battle - a fight with his own bodyguard - saying it was sparked by a misunderstanding at a drinks party for the cast and crew of a movie he was shooting.

The Oscar-winning actor made headlines in Australia recently by scuffling with Mark 'Spud' Carroll, a former rugby league star who is now his bodyguard, in Toronto where Crowe is shooting his latest movie, The Cinderella Man.
Reports said New Zealand-born Crowe, who engaged in highly publicized brawls before he got married last year, even chomped on Carroll's ear during the fight. But in a letter to The Sunday Herald Sun tabloid, Crowe said the punch-up was sparked by a misunderstanding and said the pair made up the next day. "

It's a no-show for Russell and Renee

2004-09-03T11:28:00.000-07:00

It's a no-show for Russell and Renee: "Russell Crowe and Renee Zellweger disappointed cast and crew by not turning up to the wrap party for their new film, Cinderella Man.
The Oscar-winning actors have been filming the 1930s boxing movie in Toronto, in Canada.
But after Russell's headline-grabbing fight with his minder Mark Carroll, he was keen to avoid the limelight.
Meanwhile, Renee hosted her own farewell bash a few days before the official party. "

Ned Kelly

2004-03-31T20:47:00.000-08:00

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Russell Crowe dumps limos for a Vespa!

2004-03-29T13:54:00.000-08:00

Webindia123.com: "Russell Crowe dumps limos for a Vespa!
Sydney| March 27, 2004 8:34:25 PM IST

Couples usually get rid of their sports car and motorbikes and upgrade to a family wagon after having their first child.
However, Hollywood star Russell Crowe and his actress wife Danielle Spencer, whose son Charles is three months old, have purchased a trendy little Vespa. "

The Alamo: A Battle Disney May Never Forget

2004-03-23T20:54:00.000-08:00

The Alamo: A Battle Disney May Never Forget

The film was originally slated to be directed by Ron Howard in 2002, just after his best-picture Oscar for "A Beautiful Mind," and to star Russell Crowe. The budget was to be about $125 million, and the movie was to have an R rating for violence. Instead Disney switched gears to opt for a lower budget and a less experienced director, John Lee Hancock, who was to make the film for $75 million and a tamer PG-13 rating, to draw a wider audience.

The fortunate are born with one famous foot in the door

2004-03-20T22:21:00.000-08:00

Scotsman.com News - Features - The fortunate are born with one famous foot in the door: "Even Russell Crowe was born, you might say, in a trunk. The fist-happy, poetry-loving Mr Gladiator was brought into this world by parents who worked as caterers in the film and TV business and frequently brought him with them to sets. Through them, he landed his first acting job at the age of six on an Australian TV show. "

The Gladiator gets in the ring with Anthony Mundine!

2004-03-19T11:01:00.000-08:00

Webindia123.com: "The Gladiator gets in the ring with Anthony Mundine!
London | March 19, 2004 4:17:22 PM IST

Russell Crowe seems to have found a new friend in world title boxer Anthony Mundine. According to Daily telegraph, the duo after sparring the life out of each other at a gym in Sydney's Surry Hills, shared a chinwag, a giggle and a big farewell hug outside The Edge coffee shop on Elizabeth St. "

Oz honours Aussies

2004-03-15T20:46:00.000-08:00

MegaStar - Oz honours Aussies: "Oz honours Aussies

Sid Billington

Hey, you big galah! Where's the treasure?
There can't be that much going on 'down under' if bad boy buffoon Russell Crowe and pasty-faced Nicole Kidman have been named Australian 'living treasures'.
Despite the fact that Crowe was born in New Zealand, Oz have piled on the praise for the hot-tempered actor and his red-headed mate."

Italy's bad boy makes blockbuster debut

2004-03-10T07:26:00.000-08:00

Italy's bad boy makes blockbuster debut - Arts - www.theage.com.au: "Italy's bad boy makes blockbuster debut
By Robin Usher
March 11, 2004
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Caravaggio is the bad boy of Italian art, the painter who would be a perfect subject for a film starring Russell Crowe.
As well as pursuing his art, he was a whoremonger and killer in Rome from 1600 to 1606, when he fled to the Spanish-ruled south around Naples and Sicily."

Weir's far from all at sea

2004-03-04T14:44:00.000-08:00

The Japan Times Online: "Weir's far from all at sea

By GIOVANNI FAZIO

Russell Crowe never made it to the press conference for 'Master and Commander,' apparently due to an injury suffered on the set of his current film. On the plus side, the usual slack-jawed celeb-oglers were nowhere to be found and a number of interesting questions were put to director Peter Weir, himself as much an Australian success story as Crowe. "

Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany - Master and Comander premiere

2004-02-29T22:02:00.000-08:00

Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany - Master and Comander premiere

Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany
Honestly, you go to the premiere of a Russell Crowe movie and you don’t really expect to speak to the star. He’s made his distaste for press clear, and why should he cater to us? But there was some magic in the air at the premiere of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.