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Braving Naples To Channel My Inner Julia Roberts

Before salivating on the mozzarella melting in Julia Robert's pizza in Sony Pictures' "Eat, Pray, Love," I have already collected a liter of drool while reading the book of Elizabeth Gilbert and swore to fly to Naples one day just to eat that pizza. Pizzeria da Michele should thank Gilbert because seven million readers (that's how much books she sold) now have Naples as part of their bucket list despite its notoriety. And notorious as an adjective to Naples is an understatement. This is how author Elizabeth Gilbert describes Naples in her book "Eat, Pray, Love," "Wild, raucious, noisy, dirty, ball-out Naples. An anthill inside a rabbit warren, with all the exotocism of a Middle Eastern bazaar and a touch of New Orleans voodoo. A tripped-out, dangerous, and cheerful nuthouse. My friend Wade came to Naples in the 1970s and was mugged... in a museum. The city is all decorated with laundry that hangs from every window and dangles across every street; ev

Movie 'August: Osage County' May Be Filmed In NE Oklahoma

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Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts will play mother and daughter roles in the film. (AP Images) BARTLESVILLE, Oklahoma - Bartlesville Convention and Visitors Bureau confirms it has been working with the state's Film and Music Office on the "August: Osage County" movie production. Officials say they have been scouting for shot locations in Osage and Washington counties. The movie is based on a play written by Tulsa-born Tracy Letts about a dysfunctional Pawhuska family. The production company announced in February 2012, Oscar-winning actresses Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts are set to star in the movie as mother and daughter. Earlier this month, George Clooney has signed on to co-produce the film, which is based on a highly successful Broadway play and best-selling book. John Wells is the director. If shooting locations end up in either county, "August: Osage County" will be the second major motion picture to be shot in both counties. "To The Wonder," direc

Braving Naples To Channel My Inner Julia Roberts

Before salivating on the mozzarella melting in Julia Robert's pizza in Sony Pictures' "Eat, Pray, Love," I have already collected a liter of drool while reading the book of Elizabeth Gilbert and swore to fly to Naples one day just to eat that pizza. Pizzeria da Michele should thank Gilbert because seven million readers (that's how much books she sold) now have Naples as part of their bucket list despite its notoriety. And notorious as an adjective to Naples is an understatement. This is how author Elizabeth Gilbert describes Naples in her book "Eat, Pray, Love," "Wild, raucious, noisy, dirty, ball-out Naples. An anthill inside a rabbit warren, with all the exotocism of a Middle Eastern bazaar and a touch of New Orleans voodoo. A tripped-out, dangerous, and cheerful nuthouse. My friend Wade came to Naples in the 1970s and was mugged... in a museum. The city is all decorated with laundry that hangs from every window and dangles across every street; ev

New DVDs | 'The Artist,' 'Mirror Mirror,' '21 Jump Street'

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New DVDs | "The Artist" which won five Academy Awards this year, including best picture, director and actor waltzes onto DVD Tuesday, along with "Mirror Mirror," "21 Jump Street" and others. Star ratings are by Seattle Times movie reviewers, freelancers or wire services. For full reviews, search the movie title at seattletimes.com . "The Artist" (PG-13): A delectable homage to the silent movies of the 1920s, Michel Hazanavicius' romantic comedy plays like a sweet, airy confection. That "The Artist" is itself a silent movie in black and white, no less shouldn't deter viewers from giving it a whirl. "The Artist" opens in 1927, when the dapper film star George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) rules Hollywoodland. When George crosses paths with eager newcomer Peppy Miller (Brnice Bejo), he's cast in the role of mentor; but when talking pictures become the order of the day, she quickly begins an ascent up stardom's lad

Julia Roberts: Do You Like Her Better With Or Without Makeup?

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julia-roberts-before-after-ftr The superstar stepped out for dinner in Malibu sans makeup for a date night with her husband. What do you think of her fresh-faced look? Julia Roberts s effortless beauty continues to impress even as she ditches makeup for a casual night out. The gorgeous actress, 44, looks equally as stunning without a stitch of makeup on! The bare-faced beauty has enviable flawless skin, and she looks nearly the same as she does with makeup onwed love to know whats in her water! HollywoodLifers , which Julia look do you like better? Vote below! Check Us Out On Pinterest! Kristine Kowalski More Celebrity Beauty: Emily Maynard Reveals Her Get-Glam Beauty Secrets Nicole Scherzingers Luxe Waves: How To Get The Look Selena Gomez Gets A Dramatic Hair Makeover: See Her Long Locks Get more from Hollywoodlife.com : Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Newsletter

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Emma Stone, Julia Roberts and Kylie Minogue also have bargain beauty buys in their beauty bag essentials We're not exactly surprised, because we've been banging on about the unbelievable hotness that is Beyonce Knowles since the dawn of time, but now it's official - she's the fairest of them all She looked in great shape as she went boogie boarding with twins Hazel and Finn, seven, son Henry as husband Danny Moder looked on This latest incarnation of the tale gives the dwarves new names, meaning theres no sign of Sneezy, Bashful or Happy The 69th Annual Golden Globes are almost upon us and with it comes the best part of the year (so far, and not including the Oscars)red carpet gowns! Weve all made beauty blunders from time to time, so its a treat to see the stars at it too. One of the glitziest film premieres for months hit London last night with A-listers including Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher braving the freezing temperatures to launch new movie Valentine's Day.

Julia Roberts Embarrasses Her Kids

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You'd think that having a celebrity parent would make you desperate to bring your friends home - but that's not the case for Julia Roberts ' children, seven year old twins Hazel and Phinnaeus and four year old Henry. A source told the National Enquirer that when Julia isn't working, she likes to make her own beauty treats and relax in comfortable clothes. The source said "Julia couldn't care less about her appearance when she's not working. She never wears designer clothes or make-up around the house. "She's always creating these homemade concoctions with avocado, bananas and other fruit which she puts on her skin as a facial. It doesn't matter if the kids invite their friends over - Julia will walk around with the stuff slathered on like it's completely normal." However, Julia's laid back attitude hasn't influenced her children, who are ashamed of their Mum's at home look and have asked her to make more of an effort. &quo

TheaterMania Reports George Clooney to Produce Movie Version of "August: Osage County" With Meryl Streep and Julia ...

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PRWeb 25 mins ago George Clooney and Grant Heslov have signed on to produce the film version of Tracy Letts ' " August: Osage County ." John Wells will direct the film, which will star Oscar winners Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts . New York, NY (PRWEB) June 21, 2012 On June 21, TheaterMania reported that George Clooney and Grant Heslov have signed on to produce the film version of Tracy Letts ' " August: Osage County ." John Wells will direct the film, which will star Oscar winners Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts . The Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play centers a family whose lives have splintered until a crisis brings them back together in the clan's home and its dysfunctional matriarch (to be played by Streep). Roberts will play one of her daughters. Streep's many stage credits include "Mother Courage and Her Children," "The Seagull," "Happy End," and "The Cherry Orchard." She has won Acade

George Clooney to produce project with Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep starring

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Prev Story Next Story 3 of 20 Last Updated: 12:12 AM, June 19, 2012 Posted: 12:09 AM, June 19, 2012 George Clooney has signed to produce a screen adaptation of Tony-winning drama August: Osage County to star his Oceans Eleven co-star Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts as mother and daughter. John Wells producer and director of ER and Showtimes Shameless is directing the project, which Clooneys Ides of March producing partner Grant Heslov is also joining. Clooney has been vacationing in Italy with gal pal Stacy Keibler , whos denied rumors shes pregnant. AP George Clooney Prev Story Next Story 3 of 20

Julia Roberts Embarrasses Her Kids

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You'd think that having a celebrity parent would make you desperate to bring your friends home - but that's not the case for Julia Roberts ' children, seven year old twins Hazel and Phinnaeus and four year old Henry. A source told the National Enquirer that when Julia isn't working, she likes to make her own beauty treats and relax in comfortable clothes. The source said "Julia couldn't care less about her appearance when she's not working. She never wears designer clothes or make-up around the house. "She's always creating these homemade concoctions with avocado, bananas and other fruit which she puts on her skin as a facial. It doesn't matter if the kids invite their friends over - Julia will walk around with the stuff slathered on like it's completely normal." However, Julia's laid back attitude hasn't influenced her children, who are ashamed of their Mum's at home look and have asked her to make more of an effort. &quo

George Clooney to produce project with Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep starring

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Prev Story Next Story 3 of 20 Last Updated: 12:12 AM, June 19, 2012 Posted: 12:09 AM, June 19, 2012 George Clooney has signed to produce a screen adaptation of Tony-winning drama August: Osage County to star his Oceans Eleven co-star Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts as mother and daughter. John Wells producer and director of ER and Showtimes Shameless is directing the project, which Clooneys Ides of March producing partner Grant Heslov is also joining. Clooney has been vacationing in Italy with gal pal Stacy Keibler , whos denied rumors shes pregnant. AP George Clooney Prev Story Next Story 3 of 20

George Clooney Among "August: Osage County" Film's Producers; Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts Confirmed

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George Clooney Among "August: Osage County" Film's Producers; Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts Confirmed By Kenneth Jones 19 Jun 2012 George Clooney Academy Award winner George Clooney and Grant Heslov have joined the producing team of the film version of Tracy Letts ' Pulitzer Prize-winning play August: Osage County , The Weinstein Company announced on June 19. The only confirmed cast members for the juicy family drama of sex, drugs, lies and secrets are Julia Roberts ("Erin Brockovich") as take-no-prisoners daughter Barbara and Meryl Streep ("The Iron Lady") as her mother, Violet, the cancer-sick drug addict whose husband goes missing. Both actresses are Oscar winners. The darkly comic drama, which also won the Tony Award as Best Play, is a large ensemble piece (with three sisters at its core) set in a rambling house in Oklahoma. Letts also penned the screenplay. Clooney is an Academy Award winning actor ("Syriana") and an Academy Aw