Martin Scorsese News

Fran Lebowitz - author, journalist, social observer, purveyor of urban cool, witty chronicler of the 'me decade' and the cultural satirist whom many call the heir to Dorothy Parker - can be seen in the blockbuster film The Wolf of Wall Street. She can also be seen, and heard, at The Ridgefield Playhouse tonight, February 22, at 7:30 p.m.

Countdown to the Oscars®” offers viewers a backstage pass to the Academy Awards, featuring interviews with this year's nominees, rarely seen footage of the nominated stars before they were famous, and a special celebration of the 20th anniversary of “Forrest Gump.”

The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre will present the fourth annual 'Night Of A Thousand Judys' on Monday, June 16. The Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center will take place at Merkin Concert Hall at the Kaufman Center (129 West 67th Street in Manhattan). Called 'a rambunctious, uproarious, unpredictable all-star concert' by The Wall Street Journal, 'Night Of A Thousand Judys' will honor the iconic Judy Garland with special skits, tributes and songs from her legendary career as movie star, recording artist and stage performer. This show will also help celebrate the landmark 75th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz. There will be a pre-show VIP reception at 6:30 PM and the performance at 8:00 PM. The evening is written and hosted by Justin Sayre, and directed and choreographed by Jason Wise, with special guests to be announced. For more information, visit www.aliforneycenter.org/judys.

The BAFTA Awards -- the EE British Academy Film Awards took place on 16 February at The Royal Opera House in London's Covent Garden. Stephen Fry returned to host this year's ceremony, which was broadcast on BBC One in the UK and in all major territories around the world. Scroll down for the full list of winners!

For Academy Award nominee and 'The Wolf of Wall Street' star Leonardo DiCaprio, being the focus of extensive and sometimes silly media attention is part of the job, he tells Lee Cowan in an interview with CBS SUNDAY MORNING WITH CHARLES OSGOOD to be broadcast today, Feb. 16, 2014 (9:00 AM, ET) on the CBS Television Network.

The Riant Theatre's Strawberry One-Act Festival's 25th Season from February 13 - 23 at the Theatre at St. Clement's at 423 West 46th Street kicks off with tales about post-Katrina New Orleans, a spiritual awakening in the New Mexico desert and a hangover between friends.

On last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE on ABC, Guillermo helped Jimmy unveil the cover of the new Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition.

Cristin Milioti stopped by last night's CONAN on TBS and recalled failing a sobriety test, even though she hadn't touched a drop of alcohol. The actress also shared stories from the set of her new film 'The Wolf of Wall Street.'

For Academy Award nominee and "The Wolf of Wall Street" star Leonardo DiCaprio, being the focus of extensive and sometimes silly media attention is part of the job, he tells Lee Cowan in an interview with CBS SUNDAY MORNING WITH CHARLES OSGOOD to be broadcast Feb. 16, 2014 (9:00 AM, ET) on the CBS Television Network.

After six years of showcasing the dramatic reveal of the annual Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue cover, David Letterman will turn over the honor to ABC late night host Jimmy Kimmel.

The project, which hails from Warner Bros., Rashida Jones and Will McCormack's Le Train Train, 'is a romantic comedy that follows the relationship between a young couple, Andrew and Zelda, from meeting to breakup.' Ben Queen will pen the script.

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has today confirmed a number of nominees, presenters and other attendees of this Sunday's EE British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Opera House, London.

Actress Cristin Milioti of 'How I Met Your Mother' stopped by this week's THE TALK on CBS and discussed playing the role of 'The Mother' on the final season of the CBS comedy

In a clip from tonight's CONAN on TBS, guest Martin Scorsese talks about how he hired an on-set expert for 'Wolf of Wall Street' but could have just drawn on his own 1970s experience. Watch below!

Angel Light Pictures announced today that they will produce THE APPRENTICESHIP OF TED KOTCHEFF, a documentary about the life of Ted Kotcheff (William T. Kotcheff). The film will track the cinematic journey of the legendary Canadian film and television director, by Antonio Saillant in his debut as a director (Heterosexual, The Ascension).

Angel Light Pictures announced today that they will produce THE APPRENTICESHIP OF TED KOTCHEFF, a documentary about the life of Ted Kotcheff (William T. Kotcheff).

Tonight, February 10, David Steinberg sits down with actor Jonah Hill who talks about growing up as a cinephile, working with Martin Scorsese, and his shaky start when he first began doing stand-up. Get a sneak peek below!

ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE assembled a group of famous faces, including George Clooney, Jon Hamm and Cate Blanchett, to remind everyone that words hurt.

Fran Lebowitz - author, journalist, social observer, purveyor of urban cool, witty chronicler of the "me decade" and the cultural satirist whom many call the heir to Dorothy Parker - can be seen in the blockbuster film The Wolf of Wall Street. She can also be seen, and heard, at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, February 22, at 7:30 p.m. The audience will get to grill Fran for 60 minutes after an on-stage interview with host producer/writer/film critic Alison Bailes. Born in England, Alison Bailes is known for her work on Reel Talk, At the IFC Center and Jaws: The Inside Story. She will ask Fran about a plethora of topics, from her insights on gender, race and gay rights to the media, as well as Fran's pet peeves - celebrity culture, tourists and strollers. Fran Lebowitz's upcoming book, Progress, should be out in 2015. This event is part of The Moffly Media Entertaining Conversations ?and Ridgefield Library @ The Ridgefield Playhouse Event Series with media sponsor WSHU Public Radio Group.

On Monday, February 10, David Steinberg sits down with actor Jonah Hill who talks about growing up as a cinephile, working with Martin Scorsese, and his shaky start when he first began doing stand-up.