Michael Moore Calls Capitalism ‘Evil’

Michael Moore solidified his position as one of the biggest phonies of our times while at a recent Venice Film Festival outing.

He debuted his latest sham documentary called “Capitalism: A Love Story.”

Thanks to the free enterprise system, Moore has become super wealthy, which makes the two-hour flick a case study in hypocrisy.

“Capitalism is an evil,” Moore proclaims, “and you cannot regulate evil.”

According to Moore, regulating capitalism doesn’t work, so his prescription is, “You have to eliminate it and replace it with something that is good for all people and that something is democracy.”

Guess it all depends on what the meaning of “democracy” is.

Fidel, Hugo, Van, Nancy, and Harry might have a similar definition. Someday someone might ask the president what his is.

In any event, the flimflam filmmaker even stoops so low as to bring in some liberation theology clergy to endorse the idea that capitalism is actually anti-Christian…

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Johnny Depp to Play Carol Channing?

by James Hirsen

I’m not kidding.

Johnny Depp is making a play for the lead role in a movie biography of singer-actress Carol Channing.

Forty-six-year-old Depp was out promoting his latest flick, “Public Enemies,” when the subject of future role choices came up.

According to the U.K. Daily Mirror, the actor is ready to get in touch with his inner songstress.

“My dream role would be to play musical legend Carol Channing in a biopic of her life,” he explained.

“I love her, I really do. She’s amazing,” he added. “With all the digital technology available these days, I could probably pull it off.”

Jack Sparrow-turned-Dolly?

Well, he got the mascara thing right but he’s going to need some major hair highlighting help from Kojo.

Lindsay Lohan: ‘I’ve Been a Target’

In what appears to be a pity ploy, Lindsay Lohan recently tried to explain why she’s having trouble finding work.

It’s not the ailing economy or any mistake she herself may have made.

No, according to Lindsay, she’s a victim of a media conspiracy.

In a recent appearance on the “Ellen” show, the “Mean Girls” star spoke of a specific gig she had lost.

“I had a really good opportunity with an amazing actor and it’s been put on hold because of this coverage that’s been coming out,” Lohan contended.

Somewhat disgusted, she added, “I didn’t get into this to be a celebrity on the cover of tabloids and I’ve been a target and I’m not that interesting but it’s distracting; it distracts people, studio heads, everyone – they get nervous.”

Someone should tell Lindsay that when execs read reports of eating disorders, drug abuse and unstable relationships, it’s their job to get nervous.

Still trying to make her case, Lohan had a message for her prospective Tinseltown employers.

“I’m ready to work and I’m responsible,” she said.

Nyuk Nyuk: The Farrelly Brothers Push ‘Three Stooges’ Remake

The Farrelly brothers, best known for directing “There’s Something About Mary,” have inked a deal with MGM to bring Larry, Moe and Curly AKA “The Three Stooges” to a multiplex near you.

The studio is shooting for a Thanksgiving 2009 release.

Actors names that have been floated include Mel Gibson and Russell Crowe.

When asked whether they would appear in an updated version of the comedy classic the actors reportedly responded, “Cewtainly!”

Mars Cancels Mr. T Ad Over Nutty Allegation

In another example of special interest group meddling of the PC kind, candy bar maker Mars has had to cancel a Snickers advertisement, which was running in the U.K. and featured Mr. T.

According to the gay advocacy group, Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the candy company pulled the ad after some “communication between the HRC Workplace Project and Mars.”

The HRC Workplace Project issued a statement applauding Mars for taking “swift and appropriate action” in canceling the ad.

In the commercial, a man was engaged in speed walking, an activity that may sometimes appear to be deficient in the macho department.

Mr. T poked fun at the man, who was subsequently shot at by a Snickers cannon.

The last scene featured Mr. T proclaiming the Snickers slogan: “Get some nuts.”

James Hirsen is a media analyst, Trinity Law School professor, and teacher of mass media and entertainment law at Biola University.

Robert Redford: Obama ‘Not Tall On Experience’

Robert Redford recently journeyed to Dublin, Ireland to receive an honorary degree from Trinity College.

The actor-director expressed doubts about Barack Obama and the Dems’ chances of winning in the fall.

“I’m not confident of anything,” Redford told the Irish Times. “I’m hopeful.”

Redford acknowledged Obama’s resume deficit.

“I think Obama is not tall on experience . . . but I believe he’s a really good person,” Redford said, adding that the Dem presumptive nominee is “smart. And he does represent what the country needs most now, which is change.”

Redford sees the election of Obama to the presidency as a must win for the Democrats, or it will mean the end of Hollywood’s favorite political party.

“I hope he’ll win. I think he will. If he doesn’t, you can kiss the Democratic Party goodbye . . .,” Redford lamented.

According to the Sundance Kid, it’s all about “new blood.”

“I think we need new voices, new blood. We need to get a whole group out, get a new group in,” Redford said.

Will Smith’s Secret Revealed: The Physicality of Ideas and Dreams

Will Smith’s Cinema Strategy

Will Smith’s certainly got the magic touch.

In an unprecedented winning streak, he’s been in hit after hit since 2002.

He’s actually had seven straight films exceed the $100 million mark, the smallest take being from “Bad Boys II” at $138 million.

Smith’s latest flick, “Hancock,” is not exactly being hailed by critics.

But the former rapper-turned-TV-and mega-movie star has defied them in the past. And he’s in the habit of rocketing past their predictions on Fourth of July weekend. He did it with similar summer fare like “Independence Day” and “Men in Black II.”

“Hancock” will likely add to Smith’s amazing track record.

After leaping over other A-listers, what does the Hollywood big wheel expect the future to bring?

According to Smith, he doesn’t think he’s even peaked yet.

“I feel like the next 10 years are going to be my sweet spot,” the celeb tells the USA Today.

And he’s not lacking in the confidence department either.

“I don’t feel like there’s anything I can’t do, no movie I can’t make,” he says.

Smith has an analytical approach to his craft; one that’s not normally associated with his profession. He’s a statistician of sorts.

“I study patterns,” he explains. “Nine out of the top 10 biggest movies of all times have special effects; eight out of 10 have creatures in them; seven out of 10 have a love story. So if you want a hit, you might want to throw those in the mix. I just study patterns and try to stand where lightning strikes.”

Can you see Smith as chairman and CEO of his own studio someday?

Lots of shareholders can.

A-Listers Losing Their Leverage

by James Hirsen, Newsmax.com

There’s a new reality in Hollywood economics.

While comic book blockbusters such as “Iron Man” and “The Incredible Hulk” are cleaning up at the box office, Hollywood movie stars are losing their clout.

Superheroes themselves, and not celebs, are the ones pulling in filmgoers. Consequently, the studios are gaining the upper hand in contract negotiations.

These days a mega-star will only be paid his or her percentage after the studio gets back its costs. It’s called a “cash break” deal.

The big-name participants of “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,” i.e., Harrison Ford, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, were persuaded to receive their percentages after the studio broke even. And Warner Bros.’ upcoming “Body of Lies,” which stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe, settled on a similar arrangement.

Fox actually shelved the film “Used Guys,” which would have starred Ben Stiller and Jim Carrey, over the talent take tussle.

Likewise the movie version of the hit video game “Halo” was deep-sixed by Universal and Fox over a percentage of gross income to producers that the studios wouldn’t go for.

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