James Earl Jones to be honored with the 2017 ‘Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in The Theatre’
Two-time Tony Award winner and icon of stage and screen James Earl Jones will be this year’s recipient of the “Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.” In 1957 James Earl Jones made his Broadway debut. Since that time he has performed on stage, television, and in films and continues to receive accolades from every corner of the entertainment industry. In addition to having won two Tony Awards for his work on Broadway in “The Great White Hope” and “Fences,” Jones has garnered much praise for more recent stage roles including those he performed in the Broadway productions of “On Golden Pond,” “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” “Driving Miss Daisy,” “The Best Man,” “You Can’t Take It With You” and “The Gin Game.” Among his numerous and distinguished awards, Jones has received the National Medal of Arts, The John F. Kennedy Center Honor and most recently in 2011, The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences presented him with an honorary Oscar. James Earl Jones’ voice is known by people of all ages and walks of life, from Star Wars fans who have long recognized him as the voice of Darth Vader, to children for whom he is Mufasa from Disney’s “The Lion King.” “James Earl Jones has given us a lifetime of unforgettable performances on the stage, and his voice resonates through generations. His legacy is unmatched and his work has had an impact not only on Broadway but across the entire galaxy!” states Heather Hitchens, President of the American Theatre Wing, and Charlotte St. Martin, President of The Broadway League, said. The American Theatre Wing’s 71st Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Tony and Academy Award-winning actor Kevin Spacey, will air live from Radio City Music Hall on the CBS Television Network on Sunday, June 11, 2017 8:00-11:00 pm.
Common stars in biographical drama ‘Megan Leavey’
Rapper, turned Common stars in military film, “Megan Leavey.” Inspired by true story, the film follows the young Marine corporal, Megan Leavey, played by Kate Mara whose unique discipline and bond with her military combat dog saved many lives during their deployment in Iraq. Common who stars alongside Edie Falco, Ramón Rodríguez and Bradley Whitford plays Gunny Martin, a no-nonsense sergeant who mentors the trouble marine. “I feel you owe it to the people that lived that life…if I’m playing an individual, even if I don’t meet him, I must depict him as a full-fledged human being, and give him the honor and respect he deserves,” he told modernluxury.com. “I wanted to be a part of the movie because I felt it had a heart to it. As I read it, I gained a new connection to what it is for people to love their animals the way they do, dogs in particular. I love getting to step into these types of characters, like someone who is in the Marines. I gained a new respect for people who are Marines. I just thought it was a really good story about how this woman had some issues of her own, but through the relationship of her dog, taught her how to settle down and how to love really,” Common explains to movie-times.net. Directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite, “Megan Leavey” opens in theaters this Friday, June 9th.
Jordan Peel’s Record-Breaking Social Thriller ‘Get Out’ available on Digital HD with never-been-seen alternative ending
A speculative thriller from Blumhouse Productions and the mind of Jordan Peele, the first African-American writer/director to cross $100 million at the box office with his debut film, “Get Out” starring Daniel Kaluuya and Allison Williams is available on Digital HD, Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Known as the best reviewed movie of 2017 on Rotten Tomatoes to date, the dark and unsettling break-out hit is deeply relevant to modern day topics, captivating audiences with thrilling conflicts and danger at every turn. Fans can now own the film and be the first to see the chilling alternate ending that flips the script, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film, plus much more! The Blu-ray Combo Pack includes a Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD with UltraViolet. Blu-Ray and DVD bonus features include deleted scenes with commentary by Peele, Q&A discussion with the writer/director and the cast hosted by Chance the Rapper and feature commentary with Peele. (Photo Courtesy: Rich Fury/Invision/AP)
