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Red Carpet, celebrities, photos and more for The Oscars Awards 2015
By Jenny Alvarez
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This year, there will be many surprises for fans of movies around the world. Despite some complaints about black actors who usually get cast, when they do, as servants and slaves (as they did in the movies mentioned above, with the exception of Precious, in which most of the minority actors were ghetto characters). But the main issues with Hollywood and beyond not creating enough roles for minority performers and not looking beyond, creatively, to cast a role in an original script of, say a cop or a teacher with, instead of another middle aged white guy, with a woman or a person of color (or both). But now, I will prefer to talk about some successful Latin Directors and some actors that will be part of this ceremony. Director, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu from Mexico, could win the Oscar for best director for the second year with “Birdman.” Argentina’s Foreign-Language nominee Wild Tales from Director-Writer Damián Szifrón and The Reaper (La Parka) is nominated for Documentary Short Subject. Directed by Gabriel Serra Arguello from Nicaragua, produced by the Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica (CCC). Who is going to win the valuable Oscar?
GalaTView will be in life and the best pics and information will be updated as soon as possible from Dolby Theater, Los Angeles.
Here is the full list of nominees 2015
BEST FILM
– The Sniper
– Birdman
– Boyhood
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– The Imitation Game
– Selma
– The Theory of Everything
– Whiplash
BEST DIRECTOR
– Alejandro G. Inarritu, Birdman
– Richard Linklater, Boyhood
– Bennett Miller, Foxcatcher
– Wes Anderson, The Grand Budapest Hotel
– Morten Tyldum, The Imitation Game
BEST ACTOR
– Steve Carell, Foxcatcher
– Bradley Cooper, The Sniper
– Benedict Cumberbatch, The Imitation Game
– Michael Keaton, Birdman
– Eddie Redmayne, The Theory of Everything
BEST ACTRESS
– Marion Cotillard, two days, one night
– Felicity Jones, The Theory of Everything
– Julianne Moore, Still Alice
– Rosamund Pike, Lost
– Reese Witherspoon, wild Alma
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
– Robert Duvall, Judge
– Ethan Hawke, Boyhood
– Edward Norton, Birdman
– Mark Ruffalo, Foxcatcher
– JK Simmons, Whiplash
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
– Patricia Arquette, Boyhood
– Laura Dern, wild Alma
– Keira Knightley, The Imitation Game
– Emma Stone, Birdman
– Meryl Streep, Into the Woods
BEST ANIMATED FILM
– Big Hero 6
– The Boxtrolls
– Song of the Sea
– The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
– How to Train Your Dragon 2
BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY
– Birdman
– Boyhood
– Foxcatcher
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– Nightcrawler
BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY
– The Sniper
– The Imitation Game
– Pure pleasure
– The Theory of Everything
– Whiplash
BEST FILM NOT IN THE ENGLISH SPEAKING
– Ida
– Levitan
– Tangerines
– Timbuktu
– Wild Stories
BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– The Imitation Game
– Interstellar
– Into the Woods
– Mr. Turner
BEST PHOTOGRAPHY
– Birdman
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– Ida
– Mr. Turner
– Invincible
BEST COSTUME
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– Pure pleasure
– Into the Woods
– Maleficent
– Mr. Turner
Best Editing
– The Sniper
– The Imitation Game
– Whiplash
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– Boyhood
BEST VISUAL EFFECTS
– Captain America: The Winter Soldier
– Interstellar
– Guardians of the Galaxy
– X-Men: Days of Future Past
– Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
BEST MAKEUP AND GROOMING
– Foxcatcher
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– Guardians of the Galaxy
BEST SOUND EDITING
– Birdman
– The Sniper
– The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
– Interstellar
– Invincible
BEST SOUND MIXING
– The Sniper
– Birdman
– Interstellar
– Invincible
– Whiplash
BEST ORIGINAL SCORE
– The Grand Budapest Hotel
– The Imitation Game
– Interstellar
– Mr. Turner
– The Theory of Everything
BEST SONG
– The LEGO Movie
– Selma
– Glenn Campbell: All be me
– Begin Again
– Beyond the Lights
BEST DOCUMENTARY
– Citizenfour
– Finding Vivian Mayer
– Last Days in Vietnam
– Salt of the Earth
– Virunga
BEST SHORT FILM
– Aya
– Boogaloo and Graham
– Burter Lamp
– Parvaneh
– The Phone Call
BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT
– Crisis Hotline
– Joanna
– Our Curse
– The Reaper
– White Earth
BEST ANIMATED SHORT FILM
– The Bigger Picture
– The Dam Keeper
– Good crumbs
– Me and My Moulton
– A Single Life
Ricky Martin Joins Simon Cowell, Saban Brands and a Latin TV channel will be part of “La Banda”
By GalaTView Staff
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-International music superstar, Ricky Martin, has been named executive producer and the first judge to be revealed for Univision Network’s highly anticipated music-based reality entertainment competition “La Banda,” set to premiere in September 2015. Ricky Martin, together with the entire “La Banda” team, will focus on finding the ultimate Latino boyband through the largest talent search in U.S Hispanic TV history. The music-based, reality-competition show “La Banda” was developed by an important TV Communications (UCI), Simon Cowell’s SYCO Entertainment and Haim Saban’s Saban Brands and co-produced with FremantleMedia Latin America. The news was revealed live by Ricky Martin on the pre-show special ahead of “Premio Lo Nuestro,” the longest running Latin music awards show in the U.S.
“I know Ricky and he is as excited and passionate as me about the show and I know he’s going to do an amazing job.”
Ricky Martin, winner of multiple GRAMMY and LATIN GRAMMY awards, among others, is undoubtedly the most influential Latin music artist worldwide. He began his career at age twelve with one of the most successful groups in the Latin music scene and since then, his strong discipline, passion for music and undeniable charisma have made of his musical trajectory one of the most admired of a generation. Recognized as “an international icon and global ambassador to Latin music” by Billboard and honored by the Latin Recording Academy as “Person of the Year,” Ricky has sold over 85 million albums worldwide and has an impressive 95 platinum-certified records.
Ricky Martin’s highly-anticipated tenth studio album, A Quien Quiera Escuchar, was released on February 10th, debuting at No. 1 on US and Puerto Rico album charts. Available in all distribution formats and in two versions – original and deluxe – A Quien Quiera Escuchar is perhaps the most personal and intimate recording that the singer, philanthropist, author, actor and entrepreneur has released. The first two singles, “Adiós” y “Disparo Al Corazón,” have reached the top of national and international charts.
“I am very excited to be a part of this innovative program, together with Simon Cowell,” said Ricky Martin. “Our community needs musical projects in order to cultivate its talents; which is why I feel it’s the perfect moment for a show like ‘La Banda.’ There is so much talent to be discovered and I’m sure we’ll find the next musical phenomenon with the help of not only the judges but also the fans.”
“We are on a search for a world class band and we needed a world class judge and that’s why I’m thrilled to announce Ricky Martin as our first judge on La Banda,” said Simon Cowell. “I know Ricky and he is as excited and passionate as me about the show and I know he’s going to do an amazing job.”
With a new take on the singing competition show format, “La Banda” will search the U.S. and Latin America to put together the ultimate Latino boyband. Representing all Hispanic cultures, contestants will compete for their place in “La Banda” and for a coveted recording contract with Sony Music Latin, label home to the most prolific Latin music artists, along with executive producer Simon Cowell’s SYCO Music, the recording label for the world’s biggest selling boyband, One Direction.
To submit information, interested participants can enter LaBandaoficial.com and upload pictures, videos or music files. By registering online, selected contestants will receive a “golden ticket” which will allow them to participate in a private audition with the production team. The online casting will be followed by casting events across the United States and Puerto Rico in the spring of 2015. The talent search is open to boys 14 and older residing in the United States and Puerto Rico. The winning band will be managed by Ricky Martin.
National Geographic Channel’s KILLING JESUS Charts the Intense Political, Social and Historical Conflicts That Led to the Execution of One of History’s Most Well-Known Figures
By GTVW
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It’s a story nearly the whole world knows, with more than 2.2 billion people around the globe following the teachings and principles of Jesus of Nazareth. But the intimate historical details of his life and the political collusions that led to his brutal demise bring intriguing context to the familiar story. This spring, National Geographic Channel’s KILLING JESUS, produced by Scott Free Productions and based on the New York Times best-selling book by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard, dives deep inside the historical story of how Jesus’ message and preachings led to his persecution and execution by a group of conspirators who saw him as a threat to their power.
KILLING JESUS, a three-hour television event, will premiere on Palm Sunday, March 29, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on National Geographic Channel in the United States, globally in 171 countries in 45 languages and in Spanish on Nat Geo Mundo. The film is the third collaboration between NGC, Scott Free and Bill O’Reilly, whose first two projects together, Emmy-nominated Killing Kennedy and Killing Lincoln, are respectively the two most-watched programs in the network’s history.
Combining epic cinematography with intimate storytelling, KILLING JESUS was shot entirely in the Moroccan desert with a crew of 250 and more than 4,500 extras. The 93 speaking roles are brought to life by an incredibly diverse cast, with actors representing Lebanon, Morocco, Czech Republic, Ireland, Great Britain, Israel, Canada, Syria, Australia and the United States. The massive production, unlike anything undertaken by National Geographic Channel before, puts familiar Biblical characters under a new lens to give them layers of meaning rarely explored before.
Leading the cast are Kelsey Grammer (“Partners,” “Boss”) as King Herod the Great, the unrelenting and ambitious Roman-appointed King of Judea, who notoriously ordered the murder of all baby boys in Bethlehem, and Stephen Moyer (“True Blood”) as Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor who ordered Jesus’ crucifixion.
Haaz Sleiman (“The Visitor”) portrays the title character Jesus, with Rufus Sewell (“Hercules”) as Caiaphas, high priest of Jerusalem and conspirator in Jesus’s death; Emmanuelle Chriqui (“Entourage”) as Herodia, ex-wife of Herod II and wife of his brother Antipas, who manipulated her husband into having John the Baptist beheaded; Eoin Macken (“The Night Shift”) as Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee and Perea; John Rhys Davies (“Indiana Jones”) as Annas, a high priest in Jerusalem who first questioned Jesus and his teachings; Abhin Galeya as John the Baptist, who was considered a prophet and arrested and killed by Antipas; and Stephanie Leonidas (“Defiance”) as Salome, daughter of Herod II and Herodias, whose dancing led to the demise of John the Baptist.
Rounding out the cast is Aneurin Barnard (“The White Queen”) as James, one of Jesus’ 12 apostles; Vernon Dobtcheff (“Before Sunset”) as Isaiah, the prophet whom King Herod claimed came to him in a dream and prophesied his death; Tamsin Egerton (“The Look of Love”) as Claudia, the wife of Pontius Pilate; John Lynch (“Sliding Doors”) as Nicodemus, a Pharisee and member of the high court in Israel, who was sympathetic to Jesus; Joe Doyle (“Reign”) as Judas, the apostle who eventually betrayed Jesus; Alexis Rodney (“Guardians of the Galaxy”) as Simon (Peter), the apostle who was Jesus’ closest confidant; and Chris Ryman (“28 Weeks Later”) as Malchus, a servant to Caiaphas.
With a script from Academy and Emmy Award-winning screenwriter Walon Green (“The Wild Bunch”), and directed by BAFTA Award-winner Chris Menaul (“The Passion of Ayn Rand,” “Fatherland”), KILLING JESUS brings a rich perspective to Jesus’ story that will intrigue believers and nonbelievers alike.
KILLING JESUS begins in the era of Jesus’ birth, with King Herod the Great ruling Judea, but feeling uneasy about potential threats to his power. This uneasiness leads Herod to order the murder of all boys under age 2, but a young Jesus and his family have already escaped. Moving 26 years into the future, we follow Jesus as he starts to develop and spread his message and begins to amass a following of devout believers. At the same time, new political players, including Herod’s son Antipas and Roman-appointed ruler Pontius Pilate, find themselves troubled by the growing influence of Jesus, while leaders in the Jewish Temple, Caiaphas and Annas, question his teachings and methods.
Through collusion, conspiracy and influence, Jesus is eventually arrested, in part due to the betrayal of one of his disciples, and crucified. He is buried in an unguarded tomb, and when mourners return several days later to anoint his body, the body is missing.
To this day, the body of Jesus of Nazareth has never been found.
KILLING JESUS is produced by Scott Free Productions. For Scott Free, Ridley Scott, David W. Zucker and Mary Lisio are executive producers along with Bill O’Reilly and Teri Weinberg. For National Geographic Channel, executive producers are Charlie Parsons and Heather Moran. Tim Pastore is NGC president of original programming and production.
The Renaissance man of heavy metal, Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden
By GTVW
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Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson has revealed that he has been undergoing treatment to remove a cancerous tumor on his tongue. Besides, he has completed a seven-week course of treatment due the tumor was caught in the early stages. He’s such a talented person in so many different arenas. Many fans wish him a speedy recovery.
Remember Vanilla Ice?
By GTVW
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Robert Matthew VanWinkle best known as Vanilla Ice, who is American rapper, actor and television host, was arrested for burglary charges. However, there will be no jail, probably dropped charges for Burglary Residence and Grand Theft. Despite he seems to do quite a bit of the work himself. Maybe, this incident is a one-time, isolated incident.
Darren Criss will surprise with a pair of heeled shoes
By GTVW staff
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Darren Criss will be play one of his best roles on Broadway with HEDWIG. “Glee” star will step into the title role’s high heels April 29, taking over from co-creator John Cameron Mitchell. According to some sources, this great actor will part of the show is about an East German transsexual seeking love and stardom backed by a retro glam-rock band.
Latin Grammy Nominated Producer and Artist Mr. Pauer Kicking-off Hispanicize 2015’s First Annual Tecla Social Media Awards
By GalaTView Staff
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Venezuelan producer, DJ and remixer, Mr. Pauer (Toto González) will be kicking-off the First Annual TECLA awards with an exciting surreal performance that is sure to entertain all the senses. His visual sound and lights show is going to set the energy level for Hispanicize’s first social media awards celebration. The private event takes place on Monday, March 16th at 6:30 pm at the JW Marriott rooftop in Downtown Miami and will also include performances by Chino & Nacho.
Mr. Pauer is considered one of the pioneers in the new sounds of Latin electronica receiving recognition for his debut album “Soundtrack” earning him a nomination for “Best Alternative Album” in the 12th annual Latin Grammy® Awards. He also received a triple nomination for Premios Pepsi Music in Venezuela for “Best Electronic Album”, “Best Electronic Song” and “Best Electronic Video”.
In addition to Mr. Pauer’s performance, attendees can expect celebrity appearances, TV personality hosts, as well as other surprises during the first annual TECLA awards gala that officially kicks off Hispanicize 2015 week, March 16-20.
The Globetrotters’ one-of-a-kind show is unrivaled in the world of family entertainment
By Jenny Álvarez
Photos Alfonso De Elías
The Globetrotters have played games on ice rinks, in dusty bullrings, haylofts, rooftops, empty swimming pools, on board aircraft carriers, on top of desks put together, and even during a rainstorm. The world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the greatest athletes and entertainers on the planet, were at Staples Center in their famous tour “Washington Generals Revenge Tour.”In this show these great trotters played a portion of each game with a camouflage basketball as a sign of respect to all who protect our freedom. Big stars such as Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Thunder Law, Bull Bullard, Firefly Fisher and Moose Weekes, plus female stars TNT Maddox, T-Time Brawner and Sweet J Ekworomadu* were received as heroes in LA.
In general terms this show is very enjoyable and exceptional. Even the half time show was entertaining and fun. This was definitely a family event and well worth the money. The players are very talented and this show includes comedy, dance, and amazing basketball. The guys keep the fans entertained. Also before the game started they had entertainment on the floor then after the game they had a free autograph session with the players. They were really nice and even posed for a few pictures with the kids. I would definitely recommend this show.
Keith Sweat and Musiq Souldchild were in a concert full of love
Photos and review by Jenny Alvarez
From nightclubs to Nokia Theater, Keith Sweat and Musiq Souldchild made the love with their voices. These great singers had a successful concert the past February 14th in Los Angeles, CA and many fans enjoyed their music and style on the stage.
Musiq Souldchild well known as the best soulful singer has been very successful in his career as a musician and in this concert as well. His songs such as “Teach Me”, “B.U.D.D.Y” and “Make You Happy” were the most applauded.
Keith Sweat is one of the smoothest men on his genre. His music is so smooth and collapsed with his voice and deep feelings. As reviewer he makes magic with his music because I found it very easy to listen to and enjoy.” Make it Last Forever”,” I Want Her”,”How Deep is your Love” and more hits were the most romantic and sweet of the show for Valentine’s Day.
These R&B legends were special due their music make feel that life is about trusting on our feelings, taking chances, finding happiness, learning from the past and one of the best moments of this great concert was when Keith shared some roses with his public. Obviously many fans were excited and emotional with his songs and performance during more than 120 minutes.
