Aug 13, 2004

Issue #778

Cover Story

What happened to the Big Movie Star?

by Benjamin Svetkey, Allison Hope Weiner | Aug 06, 2004
Who can replace superstars Julia, Mel, and both Toms? With no young actors emerging as reliable box office draws, the answer may be no one Read Article
Magazine Cover (Aug 13, 2004)

Book

EW compares a porn star and a playmate to a writer

by Whitney Pastorek | Aug 13, 2004
A look at the similarities between the books of Pamela Anderson, Jenna Jameson, and Theodore Dreiser Read Article

Features

Mark Ruffalo discusses his busy film career

by Karen Valby, Josh Rottenberg | Aug 13, 2004
The actor talks about how he chooses roles, singles out his best performance, and why he’d rather not be recognized on the subway Read Article

Why actors are unable to break into movie stardom

by Benjamin Svetkey, Allison Hope Weiner, Joshua Rich, Josh Rottenberg | Aug 13, 2004
EW explains why there is a shortage of new stars in Hollywood Read Article

Mail

Letters from our readers

Aug 13, 2004
Check out the readers who agreed with us, and those who didn't Read Article

Q&A

Director Michael Mann discusses ''Collateral''

by Ken Tucker | Aug 13, 2004
He talks with EW about his return to action movies, casting Jamie Foxx, and why Tom Cruise’s character has an all-gray look Read Article

Review

Slapstick Figures

by Chris Willman | Aug 13, 2004

Television

TV's funniest quotes for the week of August 13, 2004

Aug 13, 2004
We pick our favorite quips from talk shows and sitcoms Read Article

What to Watch for week of AUGUST 9

by Whitney Pastorek, Karyn L. Barr, Michelle Kung, Amy Feitelberg | Aug 13, 2004
A day-to-day guide to notable programs.* Read Article

Ask The Critic

Our music reviewers answer your questions

by David Browne | Aug 13, 2004
Read their responses and post your own questions Read Article

Ask the Critic

What lesser-known film deserves time in the spotlight?

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Aug 13, 2004
Lisa Schwarzbaum answers this and other reader queries Read Article

Ask the TV Critic

EW's TV critic admits to his guilty pleasure

by Ken Tucker | Aug 13, 2004
Ken Tucker's secret is out... he TiVos Craig Kilborn to watch him leer Read Article

Between The Lines

Famed erotic author goes on her first book tour

by Alynda Wheat | Aug 13, 2004
After nine books, Zane finally reveals her face to the public with a seven-city tour Read Article

Book Capsule Review

An Evening Of Long Goodbyes

by Thom Geier | Aug 13, 2004

The Lovers Of Algeria

by Louisa Ermelino | Aug 13, 2004

Amp'd

by Warren Cohen | Aug 13, 2004

Defining The Wind

by Wook Kim | Aug 13, 2004

Jerome Robbins

by Scott Brown | Aug 13, 2004

Journey From The Land Of No

by Karyn L. Barr | Aug 13, 2004

On Call

by Allyssa Lee | Aug 13, 2004

Life Mask

by Melissa Rose Bernardo | Aug 13, 2004

Rammer Jammer Yellow Hammer

by Gilbert Cruz | Aug 13, 2004

Book Review

Checkpoint

by Jennifer Reese | Aug 13, 2004

Cover Story

What happened to the Big Movie Star?

by Benjamin Svetkey, Allison Hope Weiner | Aug 06, 2004
Who can replace superstars Julia, Mel, and both Toms? With no young actors emerging as reliable box office draws, the answer may be no one Read Article

DVD Capsule Review

The Princess Diaries

by Michelle Kung | Aug 13, 2004

The Bad Seed

by Edward Karam | Aug 13, 2004

Predator

by Ty Burr | Aug 13, 2004

DVD Review

Bill Cosby, Himself

by Joshua Rich | Aug 13, 2004

Kill Bill -- Vol. 2

by Dalton Ross | Aug 13, 2004

Movie Capsule Review

Garden State

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Aug 13, 2004

Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle

by Owen Gleiberman | Aug 13, 2004

The Manchurian Candidate

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Aug 13, 2004

She Hate Me

by Owen Gleiberman | Aug 13, 2004

Thunderbirds

by Gregory Kirschling | Aug 13, 2004

The Village

by Mark Harris | Aug 13, 2004

Movie Commentary

EW's 10 best bets for Best Picture Oscar

by Dave Karger | Aug 07, 2004
From ''Fahrenheit 9/11'' to ''The Passion of the Christ'' take a look at eight other possible Oscar nominees Read Article

Chevy Chase reflects on his best work

by Daniel Fierman | Aug 13, 2004
Five projects that made him a king of comedy Read Article

Movie News

EW pits sci-fi's greatest movies against each other

by Dalton Ross | Jan 01, 2007
Robocop vs. the Terminator, who would win? We take a stab at this match-up and six others Read Article

''SNL'''s first breakout star laughs about his disappearance

by Daniel Fierman | Aug 10, 2004
Chevy Chase struck comedy gold with ''Caddyshack,'' ''Fletch,'' and ''Vacation,'' but then he crashed and burned. Here's what happened Read Article

''Maria Full of Grace'' is a surprise success 

by Missy Schwartz | Aug 13, 2004
First-time director Joshua Marston's new film is garnering praise for its authentic depiction of the Columbian drug trade Read Article

Movie Review

Collateral

by Owen Gleiberman

Code 46

by Owen Gleiberman | Aug 05, 2004

Little Black Book

by Scott Brown | Aug 04, 2004

Stander

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Aug 04, 2004

Ju-On

by Owen Gleiberman | Aug 04, 2004

Gozu

by Owen Gleiberman | Aug 04, 2004

Music Capsule Review

Ride This -- The Covers

by David Browne | Aug 13, 2004

Where I Belong

by Alanna Nash | Aug 13, 2004

Porcelain

by Dalton Ross | Aug 13, 2004

Crosby & Nash

by Tom Sinclair | Aug 13, 2004

The Way It Really Is

by Marc Weingarten | Aug 13, 2004

Accentuate The Positive

by Larry Blumenfeld | Aug 13, 2004

Music News

EW recommends that you download these songs

Aug 13, 2004
Listen to tunes from Pitbull, Bebel Gilberto, and The Mooney Suzuki Read Article

Meet the mastermind monitoring the Mets music

by Michael Endelman | Aug 13, 2004
EW talks secrets with Shea Stadium's DJ Read Article

Music Review

A Girl Called Eddy

by David Browne | Aug 13, 2004

Anything

by David Browne | Aug 09, 2004

News + Notes

Who's making deals in the week of Aug. 13, 2004

by Gregory Kirschling, Adam B. Vary, Nicholas Fonseca | Aug 13, 2004
The biggest upcoming projects in entertainment Read Article

Stewart and Koppel debate media and politics

by Jamie Reno | Aug 13, 2004
The ''Daily Show'' and ''Nightline'' anchors square off over their shows convention coverage Read Article

Helpful facts about ''Amish in the City''

by Nisha Gopalan | Aug 13, 2004
Good information to know if you're clueless about all things Amish Read Article

EW highlights flicks featuring extremely bad trips

by Josh Wolk | Aug 13, 2004
''Open Water,'' ''Home Alone'' and ''Midnight Express'' are why these movies are are a vacationer's nightmare Read Article

DC adapts Marvel's approach to moviemaking

by Missy Schwartz | Aug 13, 2004
The comic book brand will follow its rival's blueprint to make successful superhero films Read Article

Look Who We Found!

by Liane Bonin | Aug 13, 2004
The British alt-rocker pops up as a villain in ''The Manchurian Candidate" Read Article

Dalton Ross's Hit List for the week of August 13, 2004

by Dalton Ross | Aug 13, 2004
The 10 hottest topics of the week Read Article

Celebrity news for the week of August 13, 2004

by Whitney Pastorek, R.A. Feld | Aug 13, 2004
Brief updates on births, divorces, court dates, and more Read Article

Pop Culture News

EW asks Cedric the Entertainer Stupid Questions

by Scott Brown | Aug 13, 2004
The comedian is faced with eight questions Read Article

Spotlight On Akon

Artist whose debut album puts a new spin on hip-hop

by Tom Sinclair | Aug 13, 2004
Akon talks to EW about moving to America, his time in jail, and his debut album ''Trouble'' Read Article

Style Sheet

Summer style winners and losers

by Clarissa Cruz | Aug 13, 2004
The stars that shined the brightest and the ones that should consult a stylist Read Article

TV Review

Amish in the City

by Ken Tucker | Aug 04, 2004

Amish In The City

by Ken Tucker | Aug 13, 2004

Television Commentary

Checking in on the network morning shows

by Gillian Flynn | Aug 13, 2004

Television News

''Daily Show'' reporter finds humor in politics

by Mandi Bierly | Aug 13, 2004
Stephen Colbert on washing Tom Brokaw's window, making Jon Stewart laugh, and his dream interview at the GOP convention Read Article

TV cliff-hanger mysteries solved!

by Mandi Bierly | Aug 13, 2004
What would have happened on ''Wonderfalls'' season 2 Read Article