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Mickey Rourke Talks Coming Back to 'Sin City 2'

After many obstacles, it looks like “Sin City 2,” the sequel to the 2005 hit, is finally happening. While nothing is known of the plot right now, one character that might return is Marv, played by Mickey Rourke – on certain conditions. Since in past interviews, Rourke said he was reluctant to repr...

31 October 2011
04:55 GMT

Mickey Rourke Is Out of 'Expendables 2'

Just as fans were getting excited about all the big names that will be featured in the upcoming “Expendables 2,” word is out that Mickey Rourke is no longer involved. The circumstances of his departure are unknown.Slash Film notes that it's very peculiar the actor won't return to the small but p...

20 October 2011
11:30 GMT

Mickey Rourke Backtracks on Megan Fox Diss

Mickey Rourke doesn’t really think that Megan Fox is a bad actress or that the movie they made together, “Passion Play,” is so bad it can’t but get a straight to DVD release – even if he said those very things himself. A few days ago, Vulture caught up with the Oscar-nominated actor at t...

18 April 2011
04:25 GMT

Mickey Rourke Blasts Megan Fox: She’s Not That Much of an Actress

When Oscar-nominated actor Mickey Rourke started working with ex-“Transformers” star Megan Fox on “Passion Play,” he called her one of the best actresses ever. He’s had a change of heart: Megan is not really that much of an actress. Mickey is not the one to mince his words, so this s...

15 April 2011
02:44 GMT

Megan Fox’s Film ‘Passion Play’ Goes Straight to DVD

She’s often said she wanted to prove critics and fans that she’s more than a pretty face with an awesome body, and that she could do dramas as well. Megan Fox will have to wait some for that, because her latest film, “Passion Play,” is going straight to DVD. It’s never a good thing wh...

11 March 2011
03:20 GMT

Mickey Rourke Stinks, Report Claims

Much has been said about Mickey Rourke over the years, mostly being speculation on the surgical interventions he had and how difficult he was on set. A new report suggests that his hygiene has gotten so bad it’s hard to be in the same room as him. The National Enquirer (story via here) says Mickey has toned dow...

22 January 2011
06:50 GMT

‘Expendables’ Cast Is Living Ode to Plastic Surgery

One of the hottest movies of the summer will probably be the Sylvester Stallone written and directed “The Expendables.” Not only does it include and all-macho, all-stellar cast and insane action scenes, but it will also stand as testament that 60-year-olds can still lead an action film to box office glory...

7 August 2010
06:48 GMT

Megan Fox Gets Tattoo in Honor of Mickey Rourke

Fresh out of the “Transformers” franchise, it’s business as usual for Megan Fox, who is now busily promoting her upcoming film, “Jonah Hex.” Sitting down with MTV for an interview, the discussion also touches upon the topic of working with one of the hottest actors of the moment, Mickey ...

15 June 2010
14:31 GMT

Mickey Rourke: I Have Respect for Very Few Actors

Since “The Wrestler” came out more than a year ago and went on to get all critics and audiences singing its praise, Mickey Rourke’s career went upwards. Indeed, his comeback remains one of the most spectacular in the history of cinema but, even so, that’s not to say that he’s changed too...

7 May 2010
08:19 GMT

New ‘Iron Man 2’ Trailer Drops, Looks Great

One of the most anticipated releases of 2010 is undoubtedly “Iron Man 2,” the follow-up to the first film with the same name. After fans were teased with a first look at the second movie with a trailer at the end of last year, today brings a new trailer and more hints as to what they should expect for thi...

8 March 2010
10:41 GMT

Mickey Rourke Says Girlfriend Anastassija Is Heavenly Gift

A little over a month ago, reports emerged that “Wrestler” star Mickey Rourke was seriously considering tying the knot for the third time with his current girlfriend, model Elena Kuletskaya. As it turns out, Rourke is actually dating another woman, also a model, named Anastassija Makarenko, whom he consid...

22 January 2010
07:04 GMT

Whiplash Poster for ‘Iron Man 2’ Is Out

Although Marvel and everybody else involved in the project tried for a very long while to keep the identity of the actor playing the villain in “Iron Man 2” a secret, it eventually emerged that the honor would go to none other than freshly returned to the spotlight Mickey Rourke. Anticipation to see him a...

11 December 2009
08:52 GMT

Mickey Rourke to Wed Girlfriend Elena Kuletskaya

Mickey Rourke, always a ladies’ man, is currently dating model Elena Kuletskaya. Despite the obvious age gap, the two have been dating for several months and have come to realize that they are perfect for each other. Rourke proposed to Elena the other week and she said yes – the wedding will take place in...

9 December 2009
10:41 GMT

Eliza Dushku Thinks Videogames Are for Grown Ups

It's hard for videogame aficionados to become socially accepted with all the faults of modern society, from obesity to lack of education, blamed upon them. But it seems that more and more people involved in the business have begun seeing them as something that grown ups can do and enjoy without being stigmatized...

5 August 2009
16:01 GMT

Mickey Rourke Still Sees Games and Movies as Separate Entities

Hollywood and the gaming industry are becoming closer and closer these days, as almost any new blockbuster has to get a video game tie-in, in order to get even more money for the companies involved in the project. Also, in most cases, these games benefit from famous actors coming in and doing the voice work for their...

4 August 2009
15:01 GMT

First Look at Mickey Rourke as Whiplash in ‘Iron Man 2’

Only a couple of weeks ago, “Wrestler” star Mickey Rourke was talking to the media and revealing some details on the villain Whiplash from the highly anticipated “Iron Man” sequel. Included were also some hints that the villain suit was causing him problems, for reasons the star failed to spec...

11 June 2009
11:47 GMT

Mickey Rourke Reveals Details on ‘Iron Man 2’ Villain

“Iron Man 2” is starting to shape up just nicely and, with a release date set for April 2010, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that major players involved in it are already dishing out details, keeping fans on their toes as to what they should expect from such a major production. Mickey Rourke is one...

30 May 2009
07:47 GMT

Mickey Rourke to Provide Voice Acting for Rogue Warrior

First-person shooters are saturating the video game market more and more, and that is why, when a shooter really has itself based on something real, or as close to reality as possible, the companies behind it want to make sure that all of the details about it are known. Such is the case with the upcoming title Rogue...

28 April 2009
02:25 GMT

Mickey Rourke Knocks Down WWE Star Chris Jericho at Wrestlemania

Talk about actor Mickey Rourke showing to the world the skills he acquired while shooting for the Oscar-nominated “The Wrestler” has been making the rounds for several months now. Although the star initially said he would step into the ring at Wrestlemania to take on Chris Jericho, he later changed his mi...

6 April 2009
11:03 GMT

Megan Fox, Mickey Rourke Cast in ‘Passion Plays’

Even if Darren Aranofsky’s “The Wrestler” failed to get Mickey Rourke the much-coveted Oscar statuette, he is still riding high the waves of his impressive comeback. In fact, the actor is riding so high that he has just been cast in “Passion Plays” next to Megan Fox, one of the most gorg...

2 April 2009
10:40 GMT

Sylvester Stallone’s ‘The Expendables’ Gets Release Date

2010 has just gotten a lot more interesting as regards the cinematographic releases coming our way. The Sylvester Stallone written and directed “The Expendables,” the movie that has been making the headlines more and more often in recent months, has just been scheduled for release on April 23, as Collider...

18 March 2009
14:29 GMT

Scarlett Johansson Confirmed as Black Widow in ‘Iron Man 2’

Word of Scarlett Johansson being interested in the part of the femme fatale in the second “Iron Man” movie has been out for quite some time, but it’s just now that several media outlets have been able to get a confirmation regarding it. Indeed, Scarlett will play Black Widow in the film, joining an ...

13 March 2009
10:43 GMT

Arnold Schwarzenegger Confirms Upcoming Part in ‘The Expendables’

Last week, a new rumor emerged regarding the upcoming production under development by Sylvester Stallone, “The Expendables.” Only hours after word broke about Arnold Schwarzenegger’s alleged involvement in the film, a spokesperson for the Governor refuted it as inaccurate. Now, it’s the Govern...

24 February 2009
08:21 GMT

Mickey Rourke Knows His Face Is a Mess

Back in the late ‘80s, when “Nine ½ Weeks” hit theaters, there was no better looking man than Mickey Rourke. With his return to professional boxing in early ‘90s and the many years that have passed in between, Rourke is now known, other than for his acting, for his surgically altered fa...

21 February 2009
06:30 GMT

‘Who Would Give Me an Oscar?’ Mickey Rourke Says

When Mickey Rourke was younger and still riding the wave of fame, he was the closest thing to an uncontrollable force of nature. Everything he did was on the spur of the moment and, most often than not, they were all bad things that got people to shut him out gradually. This is precisely the reason why Rourke will no...

20 February 2009
10:38 GMT

Danny Trejo, The Machete, Joins ‘The Expendables’

With a cast that includes the biggest names in action movies, both present and from yesterday, “The Expendables” is already shaping up to be one adrenaline rushing experience. While the other day it transpired that Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger would star as himself in the film, now Danny Trejo, also kno...

19 February 2009
10:54 GMT

Bruce Springsteen Releases ‘The Wrestler’ Official Video

With the Oscars 2009 only a few days away from taking place and the world focusing mostly on the main contenders, Bruce Springsteen launches the video for “The Wrestler,” off the soundtrack of the film with the same title and his 2009 album, “Working on a Dream.” Beautifully shot and carefully...

19 February 2009
10:10 GMT

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger as Himself in ‘The Expendables’

With yet very much to go until “The Expendables,” the story of a group of mercenaries sent on a deadly mission, hits the silver screen, things are finally starting to become more clear as to the blockbuster film and its cast. In fact, they’re so clear that even Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger will re...

18 February 2009
11:31 GMT

Sean Penn Lashes Out Against Uncommitted Actors

Sean Penn has never been known for his delicate people skills or his unwillingness to speak bluntly what’s on his mind, and his latest Rolling Stone interview is no exception to this rule. Although focusing most on his “Milk” film and the upcoming Academy Awards, the interview also deals with other ...

7 February 2009
07:02 GMT

No Mickey Rourke as ‘Iron Man 2’ Villain, Downey Says

Earlier last month, rumor emerged on the Internet that Mickey Rourke, who is now going through a renaissance of his career, would bring more joys to his fans by starring as the villain in “Iron Man 2.” While nothing of this was confirmed at the time, word had it that Rourke’s involvement was almost ...

4 February 2009
11:36 GMT

Mickey Rourke Is Too Old, Says Evan Rachel Wood

Stunner Evan Rachel Wood is both offended and upset by the rumors circulating now in the media, according to which she and co-star Mickey Rourke are more than just friends. In a statement released to Rolling Stone, the actress makes it pretty clear that she is not the one to let this go on without setting the record ...

30 January 2009
08:40 GMT

Evan Rachel Wood Spotted Kissing Mickey Rourke

Until not long ago, stunner Evan Rachel Wood was involved in a stormy relationship with shock rocker Marilyn Manson, who reportedly ended his marriage with burlesque dancer Dita von Teese so they could be together. Now, reports abound that she’s moved on to another bad boy, none other than Mickey Rourke, her co...

28 January 2009
10:10 GMT

First Photo of Sylvester Stallone in ‘The Expendables’

He may be 62 years old, but Sylvester Stallone can justly be called a “force of nature,” as several publications have already rushed to do once the first photo from “The Expendables” movie set was released into the wild. Bulked up and looking extremely good for his age, this picture hints at a...

26 January 2009
13:01 GMT

‘The Wrestler’ Review

Much has been said about the myriad of parallelisms that can be drawn, with the least effort, between actor Mickey Rourke and wrestler Randy “The Ram” Robinson, whom he breathes new life into on the silver screen. Yet, Darren Aronofsky’s 2008 “The Wrestler” cannot, and should not, be pin...

24 January 2009
09:21 GMT

Mickey Rourke and PETA Advocate for Animal Neutering

PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has a long history of collaborations with celebrities, from Pamela Anderson, one of the loudest supporters of the organization, to Dennis Rodman and actress Rose McGowan and socialite Kim Kardashian. Hot on the heels of his Golden Globes win, Mickey Rourke comes to j...

15 January 2009
05:19 GMT

Mickey Rourke Should Be the Only Actor to Discuss Politics

It’s not unusual for actors or musicians to get involved in activities outside their professional field, as neither it is to have them go vocal about what they believe to be wrong or right. Despite the impressive number of celebrities who flocked to show their support for one presidential candidate or another t...

13 January 2009
09:22 GMT

Mickey Rourke to Star as the Villain in “Iron Man 2”

After the success he has, and he still is enjoying with the Darren Aronofsky-directed “The Wrestler,” actor Mickey Rourke is continuing his winning streak with possibly another blockbuster already under his belt. Several sources focused on the film industry are reporting that the actor is in talks to take...

9 January 2009
10:20 GMT

Mickey Rourke Speaks of Brutal Training for ‘The Wrestler’

Darren Aronofsky’s “The Wrestler,” starring Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei and Evan Rachel Wood is a strong competitor in the Oscar race which, this year, is believed to be tighter than ever. Of the entire cast, Rourke is also said to stand great chances of finally getting to take home a statuette for ...

6 January 2009
08:22 GMT

Mickey Rourke Slams Sean Penn for Homophobia

Not a stranger to making controversial and discriminating remarks, it’s Mickey Rourke himself who is now accusing a fellow actor of committing the sin of homophobia. To add insult to injury, Mickey claims, in private text messages that got leaked on the Internet, that Sean Penn is an “average” actor...

30 December 2008
10:41 GMT


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