Dec 17, 2004

Issue #797

Cover Story

Lindsay Lohan on how she's surviving stardom

by Karen Valby | Dec 10, 2004
Lindsay Lohan, Entertainment Weekly's Breakouts 2004 cover girl, opens up about fame, her family, and those nasty rumors Read Article
Magazine Cover (Dec 17, 2004)

Features

Jay McInerney reflects on a changed Big Apple

by Jay McInerney | Dec 13, 2004
Twenty years after the publication of his sparkling debut, the author of ''Bright Lights, Big City'' recalls scenes from an era that's vanished Read Article

Profile of ''House of Flying Daggers'' director

by Michelle Kung | Dec 13, 2004
Zhang Yimou's new film is an epic martial-arts romance with a vibrant shade of cool Read Article

Listen2This

'70s power pop group Raspberries reunite

by Chris Willman | Dec 13, 2004
The band cited as an influence on both Kurt Cobain and Joan Jett are reforming thirty years after they disbanded Read Article

Eman Laerton blasts pop fans for their bad taste

by Josh Wolk | Dec 13, 2004
The mystery man shows up at Justin Timberlake shows and yells at concertgoers for not having better taste in music Read Article

Selling swag keeps band going

by Michael Endelman | Dec 13, 2004
Your favorite artists need to sell beer Koozies, T-shirts, and trucker hats to make ends meet Read Article

L2T's list of best albums of 2004

Dec 13, 2004
Here's our picks for 27 albums we're thankful for told, if we show sufficient gratitude to the music gods, next year won't suck either. Read Article

Siouxsie Sioux is still rocking out

by Missy Schwartz | Dec 13, 2004
The Siouxsie of the Banshees paved the way for female rockers like Courtney Love and Shirley Manson wailing. Read Article

Bam Margera lists 12 must-have CDs

Dec 13, 2004
The ''Jackass'' star loves albums by Placebo, Helltrain, and more Read Article

Q&A

Q&A with ''Spanglish'''s Cloris Leachman

by Steve Daly | Dec 13, 2004
The Academy Award winning actress discusses taking on the role of an alcoholic grandmother at the last moment Read Article

Review

The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou

by Owen Gleiberman
Wes Anderson's latest is submerged beneath its own irony Read Article

Ocean Twelve

by Lisa Schwarzbaum
George Clooney and his Ocean's Twelve buddies don't steal hearts this time 'round. Read Article

Blade: Trinity

by Owen Gleiberman
Despite the fresh blood, this vampire saga is out of juice Read Article

I Am David

by Lisa Schwarzbaum
The faintly biblical title suits this feel-good postwar drama Read Article

Dolls

by Lisa Schwarzbaum
Director Takeshi Kitano plays with tales of devotion Read Article

The Deserted Station

by Owen Gleiberman
It's a bit of a drag, this trip through the dunes, but worth it Read Article

Television

TV's funniest quotes for the week of December 17, 2004

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

What to Watch for week of DECEMBER 13

by Alynda Wheat | Dec 13, 2004
A day-do-day guide to notable programs. Read Article

2004 Breakouts

Bryce Dallas Howard is a breakout star of 2004

by Joshua Rich | Dec 13, 2004
Here's why we chose the ''Village'' star as one of this year's brightest new stars Read Article

Ilene Chaiken is a breakout star of 2004

by Nicholas Fonseca | Dec 13, 2004
Here's why we think the ''L Word'' creator is one of this year's brightest new stars Read Article

Morgan Spurlock is a breakout star of 2004

by Missy Schwartz | Dec 13, 2004
Here's why we think the ''Super Size Me'' director is one of this year's brightest new stars Read Article

The kids of ''Napoleon Dynamite'' are breakout stars of 2004

by Josh Wolk | Dec 13, 2004
Here's why we think the teen stars are three of this year's brightest new stars Read Article

Sarah Jones is a breakout star of 2004

by Melissa Rose Bernardo | Dec 13, 2004
Here's why we think the star of ''Bridge and Tunnel'' is one the year's brightest new stars Read Article

EW's picks for breakouts we want to go away

by Scott Brown | Dec 13, 2004
Paris Hilton and Kevin Federline are among the celebs who wore out their welcome this year Read Article

Big & Rich are breakout stars of 2004

by Bob Cannon | Dec 13, 2004
Here's why the country duo are two of this year's brightest new stars Read Article

Ask the Critic

Which actors need to break out of their stereotypes?

by Owen Gleiberman | Dec 13, 2004
Check out the latest Ask the Critic question and post your own Read Article

Ask the TV Critic

What are your picks for worst series finale?

by Gillian Flynn | Dec 13, 2004
Check out the latest Ask the Critic question and post your own Read Article

Book Capsule Review

New Avengers #1

by Tom Sinclair | Dec 13, 2004

Gods and Monsters

by Benjamin Svetkey | Dec 15, 2004

The Girl Who Married a Lion

by Tina Jordan | Dec 13, 2004

A Salty Piece of Land

by Chris Willman | Dec 13, 2004

The Whole Equation

by Andrew Johnston | Dec 13, 2004

Out Of My Head

by Thom Geier | Dec 13, 2004

Superman: Birthright

by Marc Bernardin | Dec 13, 2004

Book News

''Apprentice'' stars publish new books

by Gilbert Cruz | Dec 13, 2004
EW compares how much Donald Trump's books have sold compared to the contestants on his reality show Read Article

Fantasy author unhappy with TV version of her work

by Neil Drumming | Dec 13, 2004
Ursula K. Le Guin talks about the television adaptation of her beloved ''Earthsea'' novels Read Article

Book Review

State of Fear

by Gregory Kirschling | Dec 15, 2004
Michael Crichton's thriller State of Fear fires up the debate on global warming. Read Article

Seven Types of Ambiguity

by Jennifer Reese | Dec 15, 2004
Elliot Perlman's Seven Types of Ambiguity soars. Read Article

Cover Story

Lindsay Lohan on how she's surviving stardom

by Karen Valby | Dec 10, 2004
Lindsay Lohan, Entertainment Weekly's Breakouts 2004 cover girl, opens up about fame, her family, and those nasty rumors Read Article

DVD Capsule Review

Fat Albert's Greatest Hits

by Andrew Johnston | Dec 13, 2004

The Door In The Floor

by Nicholas Fonseca | Dec 13, 2004

DVD Commentary

EW review the movies of director George Stevens

by Gregory Kirschling | Dec 13, 2004
Here's what we think about ''Gunga Din,'' ''I Remember Mama,'' and more Read Article

DVD Review

I, Robot

by Jeff Labrecque | Dec 14, 2004
Futuristic cop Will Smith battles the ghosts in the machine in I, Robot. Read Article

EW reviews two classic Julie Andrews films

by Steve Daly | Dec 13, 2004
Here's what we think of ''Cinderella'' and ''Mary Poppins'' Read Article

Movie Capsule Review

Closer

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Dec 13, 2004

House of Flying Daggers

by Owen Gleiberman | Dec 13, 2004

Movie News

Don Cheadle gets his due as leading man

by Josh Rottenberg | Dec 14, 2004
In ''Hotel Rwanda,'' the actor is the star of a film rather than a team player Read Article

Ryan Reynolds tackles a new role in ''Blade: Trinity''

by Whitney Pastorek | Dec 13, 2004
The ''Van Wilder'' bulks up to play a vampire-hunting, wisecracking sidekick Read Article

Zombie film director makes Hollywood comeback

by Chris Nashawaty | Dec 13, 2004
The star and director of ''Shawn of the Dead'' pay homage to George Romero, director of ''Night of the Living Dead'' Read Article

Do big muscles equal big box office?

by Paul Katz | Dec 13, 2004
EW's Buff-O-Meter compares the box office receipts of movies starring actresses with buff bods Read Article

Film version of ''Closer'' has happier ending

by Whitney Pastorek | Dec 13, 2004
Natalie Portman's character escapes a dark fate in the film adaptation of the play Read Article

Movie Review

Ocean's Twelve

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Dec 08, 2004

Blade: Trinity

by Owen Gleiberman | Dec 08, 2004

The Deserted Station

by Owen Gleiberman | Dec 09, 2004

I Am David

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Dec 08, 2004

Dolls

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Dec 09, 2004

Music Capsule Review

The Phantom of the Opera

by Melissa Rose Bernardo | Dec 13, 2004

Under Blackpool Lights

by Amy Linden | Dec 13, 2004

Music Commentary

The ''Idol'' grads' albums: See how we rate 'em

by Raymond Fiore | Dec 10, 2004
Kelly, Clay, Ruben, Fantasia, and Diana all released albums within weeks of each other -- see what grades they get Read Article

Album covers that rock

by Raymond Fiore | Dec 13, 2004
EW spotlights cover art by new releases from Gwen Stefani and A Perfect Circle Read Article

EW evaluates the new holiday albums

by Chris Willman | Dec 13, 2004
Here's what we think of new holiday music by Chris Issak, Jessica Simpson, and more Read Article

Afroman and Barenaked Lady talk holiday songs

by Michael Endelman | Dec 13, 2004
The rapper and pop rocker Ed Robertson share their views on this year's holiday singles Read Article

Music News

Five Rounds With... ...Trail of Dead

by Gabe Soria | Dec 13, 2004
The rock band discusses drinking and barroom brawling Read Article

Download this

Dec 13, 2004
EW recommends tracks by Coachwhips, Erasure, and Tarentel Read Article

Motley Crue reunite for world tour

by Brian M. Raftery | Dec 13, 2004
Nikki Sixx tells EW what fans shouldn't expect from the '80s hair band this time around Read Article

Why does Gwen Stefani have a harem?

by Raymond Fiore | Dec 13, 2004
EW gives you the scoop behind the No Doubt singer's stylish entourage Read Article

Madonna immortalized in babushka doll

by Nicholas Fonseca | Dec 13, 2004
The singer's pop incarnations from Material Girl to Ethereal Girl are showcased in the collectible items for sale on her website Read Article

Music Review

Purple Haze

by Ryan Dombal | Dec 13, 2004

Urban Legend

by Chuck Mindenhall | Dec 13, 2004

Must List

10 things EW loves: Week of Dec. 17, 2004

Dec 13, 2004
A guide to the best in recent movies, TV, DVDs, music, books and more Read Article

News + Notes

Kanye West garners ten Grammy noms

by Chris Willman | Dec 13, 2004
The critically acclaimed rapper will vie against rival R&B star Usher for album of the year Read Article

How realistic are this season's biopics?

by Allison Hope Weiner | Dec 13, 2004
EW gives you the scoop of the selected truths behind Oscar-bound true stories. Read Article

Pop Culture News

See who made our list of 2004's breakout stars

Dec 10, 2004
Showbiz up-and-comers relive their career-making moments and tell what's next Read Article

EW's picks for future breakouts

by Nisha Gopalan | Dec 13, 2004
Here's who we think will be the future stars of tomorrow Read Article

L2T's Must List

Dec 13, 2004
Here's our picks for the best in music, books, games, and more Read Article

EW's list of 2004 breakouts

Dec 13, 2004
Here's our formula for choosing this year's breakout stars Read Article

Letters from our readers

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

Who's making deals in the week of Dec. 17, 2004

by Gregory Kirschling | Dec 13, 2004
The biggest upcoming projects in entertainment Read Article

Dalton Ross's Hit List for the week of Dec. 17, 2004

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

Celebrity news for the week of Dec. 17, 2004

by Gilbert Cruz, Carrie Bell | Dec 13, 2004
Brief updates on births, divorces, court dates, and more Read Article

Dame Edna talks about personal style

by Jessica Shaw | Dec 13, 2004
The flamboyant star discusses her favorite fashion accessories Read Article

TV Review

The Biggest Loser

by Gillian Flynn | Dec 14, 2004
With its mocking take on self-improvement, The Biggest Loser lives down to its title. Read Article

Television News

Family lessons from ''Wife Swap''

Dec 13, 2004
Here are the surprising things we've learned from the spouse-trading reality series Read Article

Are ''Lost'' and ''Housewives'' too high-concept?

by Jennifer Armstrong | Dec 13, 2004
ABC's hit shows are eager to avoid the ''Twin Peaks'' curse Read Article

Television Q&A

Jean Smart is the new indie queen

by Nicholas Fonseca | Dec 13, 2004
The ''Center of the Universe'' star talks about her versatility and why she doesn't read reviews Read Article

The Pop of King

Stephen King on the year in books

by Stephen King | Feb 01, 2007
The master of horror dissects popular culture in his monthly column Read Article

Who's The Next 'Top Model'?

EW rates ''Top Model'''s finalists

by Karyn L. Barr | Dec 13, 2004
With the third season finale next week, here's a look at the remaining divas Read Article