Angelina Jolie will direct Brad Pitt in 'By the Sea' for Universal
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- Published on Friday, 25 July 2014 06:34
- Written by LA Times
Angelina Jolie will direct her longtime partner Brad Pitt in the drama "By the Sea," which has been acquired by Universal Pictures, the studio announced Friday.In addition to directing, Jolie also wrote the screenplay and will star alongside Pitt, marking their first big-screen appearance together since 2005's "Mr. & Mrs. Smith." Jolie and Pitt are producing "By the Sea," which reportedly focuses on a couple's relationship. Universal described the film as an "intimate, character-driven drama." Jolie is currently in postproduction on her second film as a director, "Unbroken," which is also at Universal. The biographical drama about the Olympic runner and World War II hero Louis Zamperini is scheduled for release on Christmas Day.Jolie made her directing debut with the independent Bosnian war drama "In the Land of Blood and Honey" in 2011."I am very happy to continue my relationship with Donna [Langley, chairman of Universal Pictures] and the entire Universal team as I finish 'Unbroken' and begin work on 'By The Sea,'" Jolie said in a statement. "They have created a very special place for storytellers, and I look forward to the continued passion and support they have provided to me as a filmmaker."
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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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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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Louis Zamperini Dead - Angelina Jolie's 'Unbroken' Subject Dies at 97
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- Published on Thursday, 03 July 2014 18:19
- Written by Just Jared
Louis Zamperini, the World War II hero who is the inspiration for Angelina Jolie‘s upcoming movie Unbroken, has passed away at the age of 97.“Having overcome insurmountable odds at every turn in his life, Olympic runner and World War II hero Louis Zamperini has never broken down from a challenge,” his family said in a statement (via THR). “He recently faced the greatest challenge of his life with a life-threatening case of pneumonia. After a 40-day long battle for his life, he peacefully passed away in the presence of his entire family, leaving behind a legacy that has touched so many lives. His indomitable courage and fighting spirit were never more apparent than in these last days.” Angelina also released a statement, saying “It is a loss impossible to describe. We are all so grateful for how enriched our lives are for having known him. We will miss him terribly.” We send out our thoughts and condolences to Louis‘ family during this difficult time.
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Angelina Jolie's 'Maleficent' Becomes Her Highest Grossing Film!
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- Published on Tuesday, 24 June 2014 16:51
- Written by Just Jared
Angelina Jolie keeps it classy in a black dress while attending a photo call for her new film Maleficent held at Grand Hyatt on Tuesday (June 24) in Tokyo, Japan.The 39-year-old actress was joined by her co-star Elle Fanning and Japanese actress Aya Ueto.The day before, Angelina and Elle glammed up while hitting the premiere for the film at Ebisu Garden Place.In case you didn’t know, Maleficent has become Angie‘s highest grossing film, earning over $520 million worldwide.
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