USC Dornsife historian Steven Ross’ new book, Hollywood Left and Right, dispels the myth that Tinseltowners are all a bunch of liberals.

Richard Meyer, associate professor of art history in USC Dornsife, will curate an exhibition at MOCA, "Naked Hollywood: Weegee in Los Angeles, 1946–1955."

Leo Braudy's Latest Book Takes on Both

Shavelson, who wrote or co-wrote more than 35 movies and directed a dozen, taught at USC College’s Master of Professional Writing Program.

USC College panel discusses the city, dream, industry and once-potent shaper of American popular culture

Former Lost star Matthew Fox has stunned fans with his new look - as a tattooed thug. Artwork from Tyler Perry's new film Alex Cross show a shaven-headed Fox looking lean and mean. The actor's ch...

The thrilling true story of the Tuskegee Airmen buzzes to the big screen in "Red Tails," an epic war adventure from executive producer George Lucas and first-time feature director Anthony Hemingwa...

You sank my battleship! (Remember playing that?). Peter Berg (A man with his fingers dipped in many batters) presents us with yet another aliens-trying-to-take-over-earth piece. Like ALL films with...

Will Smith was caught off guard Friday during a Russian premiere of Men In Black III by a male reporter who attempted to kiss Smith while walking the red carpet for the event.

A family of miniature people find their existence threatened due to a forbidden friendship in "The Secret World of Arrietty," an adaptation of author Mary Norton's beloved children's book "The Bo...

Tons of celebs have amassed in Cannes, France, this week for the yearly film festival. After making the European rounds with her husband Will Smith for "Men In Black III" last week, Jada Pinkett Sm...

Morgan Spurlock shot onto the documentary scene with Super Size Me, but his career has been hit or miss ever since - and movie critics are saying his latest film, Mansome is defintely one to miss....

Don't expect Battleship to knock The Avengers off the top spot this weekend. While the movie based on the board game ought to rake in over $30 million the next three days, it might have to double t...

Matthew McConaughey relished his role as a raunchy stripper in new movie Magic Mike; insisting shedding his clothes in front of a baying crowd was like a "drug". The Sahara star will portray Dall...

Matthias Schoenaerts, Armand Verdure, Marion Cotillard and director Jacques Audiard attended the premiere of "De rouille et d'os" ("Rust And Bone") at the Cannes Film Festival on the famous Croi...

Charlize Theron and Kristen Stewart thrilled fans at the photocall for "Snow White and the Huntsman" in Madrid, Spain, today. Charlize wore a simple red dress, while Kristen opted for a short black...

Real life events always make for interesting movie subject matter. But taking such events and turning them into a sometimes funny, sometimes dramatic, but always shocking fictitious flick is a bol...

'Battleship' directed by Peter Berg (Hancock) has a poorly constructed script, ridiculous dialogue, cardboard characters and it's really, really loud.

Keep a fire extinguisher nearby because the following photos of Nicole Scherzinger and Alice Eve are hot! We spotted the two ladies at the "Men in Black III" U.K. gala premiere yesterday (and they ...

Didn’t even know there was a second and third in the Mimic series did ya? Scary! We’re checking out the now on Blu-ray "Mimic: 3-Film Set" from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. The roaches scatter ...

The Cannes Film Festival in the south of France kicked off on Wednesday. During the 12-day gala, a total of 22 movies will be screened for the coveted Palme d'Or prize. Wes Anderson's "Moonrise Kin...

Many celebrities turned out for the opening night of the 65th Cannes Film Festival yesterday. The stars attended the "Moonrise Kingdom" premiere held at the Palais des Festivals on the famous Croi...

Naomi Watts says she feels "absolutely terrified" about portraying Diana, Princess Of Wales in a new film and she even considered turning down the job. The British-born actress, who grew up in Au...

A new movie featuring interviews with the late Dennis Hopper will give fans a glimpse into the movie icon's long battle with drug addiction. Hopper: In His Own Words has been made by Cass Warner ...

Stop us if you've heard this one before - Sacha Baron Cohen is causing controversy with his latest film. The comedian who brought his Da Ali G Show characters Borat and Bruno to the big screen is ...

"Magic Mike" star Matthew McConaughey is quite honest in a new interview in The Advocate. He opens up about stripping in his new film as well as his support for gays and people regardless of their ...

Sacha Baron Cohen... People either love him or hate him. It's hard to feel indifferent about this outrageous, over the top and at times, super obnoxious, man. Personally, I admire his chutzpah.

Selena Gomez was given a lesson in cigarette smoking so she could play a bad girl in racy new movie Spring Breakers. The former Disney star sheds her squeaky-clean image to play a wild college s...

Sacha Baron Cohen brings his trademark ridicu-shock humor to his new film "The Dictator," but it may be his beard that steals the show.

Bruce Willis and Bill Murray attended the photocall for "Moonrise Kingdom" at the Cannes International Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in France today.

The new romantic comedy What to Expect When You’re Expecting tells several interweaving stories of mothers to be. Jennifer Lopez plays a woman in the process of adopting an Ethiopian baby. Though L...

Diane Kruger attended the jury photocall at the 65th Cannes Film Festival Cannes, France, yesterday wearing a sexy burgundy lace-up dress. She looked fantastic in the short dress paired with funky ...

Sacha Baron Cohen enjoys stunts and completely embodying the characters he plays - on the big screen and off. Yesterday he arrived as "The Dictator" at the Carlton Hotel during the 65th Annual Cann...

FDR (Chris Pine) and Tuck (Tom Hardy) are covert CIA operatives and best buddies...until they both fall for charming and sexy Lauren (Reese Witherspoon) in the film "This Means War."

An Israeli TV reporter was caught out by Battleship director Peter Berg when their promotional chat about the action film turned serious and the moviemaker quizzed him about his military service. ...

A lady never tells, but apparently it’s OK for a “Real Housewife.”

“The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Brandi Glanville claimed on Monday night that she hooked up with Gerard Butler last summer.

Charlie Sheen is set to make his return to the small screen in the upcoming “Anger Management” on FX, but which female actress is in the lead to play opposite the headline-maker?

A public viewing will be held Friday for singer Etta James, and the Rev. Al Sharpton will eulogize the late legend at a private funeral Saturday.

A statement from Sharpton’s representative Tuesday said the funeral will include performances by celebrities, but those names were not announced.

A few years ago, Jonah Hill played everyone’s go-to sidekick in comedies like “Get Him to the Greek” and “Superbad,” but from Tuesday, he is forever known as an Oscar nominee.

“I feel like I’m in a dream still,” Jonah told Access Hollywood on Tuesday, just a short while after learning he had picked up a Best Supporting Actor nod for his work opposite Brad Pitt in “Moneyball.”

Following the news of the nominations for the 84th Annual Academy Awards – which will be handed out on February 26 on ABC — the stars spoke out about their big Oscar news!

Angelina Jolie is juggling a lot right now…Brad Pitt, six kids and six red carpets in 16 days. Not to mention that she looks pretty dang good EVERY time she goes out. Here are some of the hits on her whirlwind style tour….so far. Can’t wait to see what she wears to the SAG Awards and the Oscars!

The 84th Annual Academy Award nominations were announced Tuesday morning with some surprising nominees – but not all of this year’s favorite big screen performances and films were honored with a nomination.

Complete list of 84th Annual Academy Award nominations announced Tuesday:

It’s official – Emily Maynard is the new “Bachelorette.”

The single mom who found a love that didn’t last with Brad Womack on Season 15 of “The Bachelor” will start her own search for love on the ABC dating reality show.

Martin Scorsese’s Paris adventure “Hugo” leads the Academy Awards with 11 nominations, among them best picture and the latest director slot for the Oscar-winning filmmaker.