First look at Unbroken, the epic WW2 drama directed by Angelina Jolie
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- Published on Thursday, 10 July 2014 19:10
- Written by The guardian
The first trailer for Unbroken, Angelina Jolie's first film in the director's chair, has been published online.Adapted from Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand, the film explores the real-life story of Louis Zamperini, a US Olympic track star who met Hitler at the 1936 Olympics, before being drafted into World War II following the bombing of Pearl Harbour. After being shot down from his plane in the Pacific, he spent 47 days drifting on a raft before being captured and interned as a prisoner of war in Japan for over two years.Unbroken stars rising British actor Jack O'Connell as Zamperini – he's already known for roles in Starred Up, This Is England and Skins, but the film marks a jump towards Hollywood for the 23-year-old. In support are Domhnall Gleeson and Garrett Hedlund, and the film was written by Joel and Ethan Coen, the filmmakers behind a huge number of acclaimed dramas like Inside Llewyn Davis, Fargo and The Big Lebowski.
Jolie is already familiar with directing martial films, having helmed Serbian war drama In the Land of Blood and Honey in 2011 – but the big aerial action sequences and Pacific-spanning action of Unbroken mark a step up in scope for her third film as director. She has recently hinted that directing is now where her heart lies, and may retire from acting.She described Unbroken as "the hardest thing I've ever done" in a US television interview, describing "a huge responsibility to get it right... I love [Zamperini] so much and he’s helped me so much in my life." After researching the film and "pitching my butt off" to get it made, Jolie discovered that Zamperini lived just across a Los Angeleno valley from her house. "I imagine that for the last 10-something years, [Zamperini has] been sitting there having a coffee in the morning and wondering who's going to make this movie," Jolie said "And I've been sitting in my room laying there thinking, 'What am I supposed to be doing with my life? I wanna do something important ... I need some help. I need some guidance. Where is it?' And it was right outside my window." Unbroken's upcoming release is now especially poignant, as Zamperini died aged 97 earlier this month. The film will reach cinemas on Boxing Day.
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Angelina Jolie to 'Glamour': Sexual Violence is a 'Crime Against Humanity'
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- Published on Wednesday, 09 July 2014 16:35
- Written by Just Jared
Angelina Jolie poses with some brave warriors at the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict in London as part of a feature for Glamour‘s latest issue.Here’s what the 39-year-old actress had to share with the mag:On sexual violence as a weapon of war: “Everywhere I went, rape was the silent killer. But it became quickly clear to me that these women were not just the collateral damage of war. Rape was a strategic, organized scheme to destroy entire communities.”On the camaraderie among her fellow activists: “We care for each other–and for each other’s children. It is a profound source of joy and inspiration.”On the importance of combating sexual violence: “[T]his is not a woman problem. It’s a crime against humanity.” For more from Angelina, visit Glamour.com.
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Emma Watson Follows In Angelina Jolie's Footsteps By Securing UN Role
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- Published on Tuesday, 08 July 2014 16:36
- Written by Huffington post
Emma Watson is set to follow in Angelina Jolie’s footsteps, after securing a role with the UN.The ‘Harry Potter’ actress has been appointed as the United Nation’s Women’s Goodwill Ambassador.Emma’s new role will see her work to promote and encourage gender equality and the empowerment of women.In a statement, the Hollywood star, who recently graduated from the prestigious Brown University in the US, shared her delight at securing the post."Women's rights are something so inextricably linked with who I am, so deeply personal and rooted in my life that I can't imagine an opportunity more exciting," she said."I still have so much to learn, but as I progress I hope to bring more of my individual knowledge, experience and awareness to this role." The Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN Women, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, paid tribute Emma’s “intellect and passion”, stating: "We are thrilled and honoured to work with Emma, whom we believe embodies the values of UN Women."The engagement of young people is critical for the advancement of gender equality in the 21st century, and I am convinced that Emma's intellect and passion will enable UN Women's messages to reach the hearts and minds of young people globally."Emma’s first task in her new role will see her act as an advocate for UN Women's HeForShe campaign, which calls for men and boys to stand up against inequalities faced by women and girls around the world.Angelina Jolie has served as an ambassador for the UN’s High Commissioner for Refugees since 2001 and carried out over 40 field missions.
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Keira Knightley admires Angelina Jolie's charity work
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- Published on Tuesday, 08 July 2014 16:34
- Written by TV3
Keira Knightley admires Angelina Jolie's devotion to charitable causes.The 'Begin Again' actress recently went with Oxfam to visit a refugee camp in South Sudan to help the organisation raise awareness in their battle against poverty - but thinks it would be tough to do as much for others as the 'Maleficent' star, who is also a special envoy for the United Nations (UN).Speaking to the Daily Telegraph newspaper, Keira said: ''I admire Angelina Jolie hugely.''I don't think I could ever be anything like as impressive or authoritative as she is on the world stage.''She's pretty much devoting her life to her causes, and that's a great thing, a great message. I'm always happy to help in any small way I can.''As she met refugees, Keira was asked who she was, and felt embarrassed at saying 'actress' rather than ''something else useful''.She explained: ''When those refugees asked me, 'Who are you?', I really, really wished I could have said, 'I'm a doctor', or something else useful.''So instead I told them, 'I am somebody who is going to ask people to give lots of money to Oxfam, so they can help you.' ''
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Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie's New Movie Will Film in Malta
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- Published on Saturday, 05 July 2014 18:23
- Written by Just Jared
It has been confirmed that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie will be filming their upcoming movie together in Malta! “I’m happy that Hollywood producers have once again chosen Malta for their project, and we will be delighted to host Mr. Pitt, Ms. Jolie, and their family for the second time in just a few years,” the Prime Minister of Malta, Joseph Muscat, said in a statement. “I’m sure that this film will help put our beautiful sister island of Gozo on the world map.” “They’ll be filming in Mgarr ix-Xini Bay in Gozo,” an insider told Us Weekly. “The whole family will be staying in Malta for eight weeks, arriving at the end of August.” Details on the movie’s plot aren’t available yet, but it is a love story and according to Angie, “it’s the kind of movie we love but aren’t often cast in.”
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