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Bradley Cooper thinks he's a rubbish cook.
The 40-year-old star - who plays chef Adam Jones in 'Burnt' - admitted researching for his role made him realise he "can't cook", even though being in the kitchen is "soothing" for him because it reminds him of his family.
Bradley said: "When I was a kid I would screw up cooking with my grandmother. It was an Italian family, so cooking was a huge part of it. Being around food is very soothing to me.
"My grandfather had a garlic business. I grew up with that environment, and it reminds me of my childhood... I actually learnt how much I can't cook by doing this film."
The Hollywood hunk didn't get much time to study for his part, but he did spend a month getting to grips with his character and found his experience of working in restaurants when he was young has "paid off".
He told Yahoo: "I didn't have as much time to prep, but I was able to spend a month living and breathing it.
"(But) the thing that really paid off was the fact that I'd been doing research since I was a kid, working in restaurants."
Bradley Cooper is a rubbish cook
Bradley Cooper thinks he's a rubbish cook.
The 40-year-old star - who plays chef Adam Jones in 'Burnt' - admitted researching for his role made him realise he "can't cook", even though being in the kitchen is "soothing" for him because it reminds him of his family.
Bradley said: "When I was a kid I would screw up cooking with my grandmother. It was an Italian family, so cooking was a huge part of it. Being around food is very soothing to me.
"My grandfather had a garlic business. I grew up with that environment, and it reminds me of my childhood... I actually learnt how much I can't cook by doing this film."
The Hollywood hunk didn't get much time to study for his part, but he did spend a month getting to grips with his character and found his experience of working in restaurants when he was young has "paid off".
He told Yahoo: "I didn't have as much time to prep, but I was able to spend a month living and breathing it.
"(But) the thing that really paid off was the fact that I'd been doing research since I was a kid, working in restaurants."
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Marion Cotillard thinks feminism creates "too much separation".
The 39-year-old actress, who stars alongside Michael Fassbender in the Justin Kurzel-directed 'Macbeth', has revealed she doesn't consider herself to be a feminist and isn't keen to "separate women from men".
She said: "Filmmaking is not about gender. You cannot ask a president in a film festival like Cannes to have five movies directed by women and five by men.
"For me, it doesn't create equality, it creates separation. I don't qualify myself as a feminist. We need to fight for women's rights, but I don't want to separate women from men.
"We're separated already but we're not made the same and it's the difference that creates this energy in creation and love."
Marion - whose previous film credits include 'A Very Long Engagement' and 'Inception' - also claimed there's a danger attached to using the word feminism.
She told Porter magazine: "Sometimes in the word feminism, there is too much separation."
Next year, Marion will appear alongside 'Spectre' star Léa Seydoux and Vincent Cassel in the drama 'It's Only the End of the World', while she's also been cast in 'Assassin's Creed', which is based on the popular video game franchise.
Marion Cotillard: Feminism creates too much separation
Marion Cotillard thinks feminism creates "too much separation".
The 39-year-old actress, who stars alongside Michael Fassbender in the Justin Kurzel-directed 'Macbeth', has revealed she doesn't consider herself to be a feminist and isn't keen to "separate women from men".
She said: "Filmmaking is not about gender. You cannot ask a president in a film festival like Cannes to have five movies directed by women and five by men.
"For me, it doesn't create equality, it creates separation. I don't qualify myself as a feminist. We need to fight for women's rights, but I don't want to separate women from men.
"We're separated already but we're not made the same and it's the difference that creates this energy in creation and love."
Marion - whose previous film credits include 'A Very Long Engagement' and 'Inception' - also claimed there's a danger attached to using the word feminism.
She told Porter magazine: "Sometimes in the word feminism, there is too much separation."
Next year, Marion will appear alongside 'Spectre' star Léa Seydoux and Vincent Cassel in the drama 'It's Only the End of the World', while she's also been cast in 'Assassin's Creed', which is based on the popular video game franchise.
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Matt Damon thinks it's impossible to overstate the importance of Jason Bourne to his career.
The 44-year-old actor - who's starred in three movies in the 'Bourne' franchise, the last of which was in 2007 - has admitted the thriller spy films helped him secure roles he'd never have previously been considered for.
He said: "It's incalculable how much these movies have helped my career.
"Suddenly it put me on a shortlist of people who could get movies made and so directors called me and that's the best part of it.
"But another benefit has been that I have been able to do films that had wonderful scripts but on the face of it were not going to be box office successes like 'Syriana', 'The Departed' and 'The Good Shepherd'.
"I had the luxury of jumping on all three of them because I knew I was going to have another chance to do the Bourne character."
Meanwhile, Matt revealed he's been training diligently to prepare to play Jason Bourne and is relishing reuniting with director Paul Greengrass.
He told the Daily Telegraph newspaper: "I trained a lot more than I ever had done before because Paul Greengrass said that when we see Bourne in the first frame of the movie and it looks like he hasn't been living well, then we don't have a movie.
"So he really wanted me to be physically fit and lean so it was a lot of work for me to get there.
"But it's been great to just slip into that old skin and be on a set with Paul again. Doing another 'Bourne' movie is exciting.
"Hopefully it will be as good as the others and it stands out mostly because it's been so long since the last one, which came out in 2007.
"The third act of that one dovetails with the one that came out in 2004 and it's all supposed to take place on the same day."
Matt Damon: Jason Bourne is crucial to my career
Matt Damon thinks it's impossible to overstate the importance of Jason Bourne to his career.
The 44-year-old actor - who's starred in three movies in the 'Bourne' franchise, the last of which was in 2007 - has admitted the thriller spy films helped him secure roles he'd never have previously been considered for.
He said: "It's incalculable how much these movies have helped my career.
"Suddenly it put me on a shortlist of people who could get movies made and so directors called me and that's the best part of it.
"But another benefit has been that I have been able to do films that had wonderful scripts but on the face of it were not going to be box office successes like 'Syriana', 'The Departed' and 'The Good Shepherd'.
"I had the luxury of jumping on all three of them because I knew I was going to have another chance to do the Bourne character."
Meanwhile, Matt revealed he's been training diligently to prepare to play Jason Bourne and is relishing reuniting with director Paul Greengrass.
He told the Daily Telegraph newspaper: "I trained a lot more than I ever had done before because Paul Greengrass said that when we see Bourne in the first frame of the movie and it looks like he hasn't been living well, then we don't have a movie.
"So he really wanted me to be physically fit and lean so it was a lot of work for me to get there.
"But it's been great to just slip into that old skin and be on a set with Paul again. Doing another 'Bourne' movie is exciting.
"Hopefully it will be as good as the others and it stands out mostly because it's been so long since the last one, which came out in 2007.
"The third act of that one dovetails with the one that came out in 2004 and it's all supposed to take place on the same day."
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Zac Efron has been compared to Cary Grant.
The 27-year-old actor shot to fame in Disney's 'High School Musical' and Andrew J. Cohen, who co-wrote Zac's movie 'Neighbours' says he reminds him of the debonair screen icon.
He told The Wrap: "He's amazing and so earnest. He gives 150 percent to everything he does and there's something likable and funny about that. Most of the time when he's funny in 'Neighbors,' it's because he genuinely thought he was going to be friends with Seth [Rogen], like when he brings over walkie-talkies. His earnestness is part of his secret weapon in comedy. To me, he's like Cary Grant."
However, Andrew believes Zac's incredible physique stops people from taking him seriously.
He explained: "He's the full package and when people underestimate him, it's because they've got six reasons to underestimate him - right below his pecs."
Andrew and his writing partner Brendan O'Brien have also worked with Zac on the upcoming 'Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates' and Brendan says Zac has become more confident in his comedic abilities.
He said: "On 'Neighbors,' even he would admit he was a little nervous about how he was going to fit in with all these people who were such improv maniacs, but on 'Mike and Dave,' he's playing the sweeter, more straight guy and he's hilarious."
Zac Efron compared to Cary Grant
Zac Efron has been compared to Cary Grant.
The 27-year-old actor shot to fame in Disney's 'High School Musical' and Andrew J. Cohen, who co-wrote Zac's movie 'Neighbours' says he reminds him of the debonair screen icon.
He told The Wrap: "He's amazing and so earnest. He gives 150 percent to everything he does and there's something likable and funny about that. Most of the time when he's funny in 'Neighbors,' it's because he genuinely thought he was going to be friends with Seth [Rogen], like when he brings over walkie-talkies. His earnestness is part of his secret weapon in comedy. To me, he's like Cary Grant."
However, Andrew believes Zac's incredible physique stops people from taking him seriously.
He explained: "He's the full package and when people underestimate him, it's because they've got six reasons to underestimate him - right below his pecs."
Andrew and his writing partner Brendan O'Brien have also worked with Zac on the upcoming 'Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates' and Brendan says Zac has become more confident in his comedic abilities.
He said: "On 'Neighbors,' even he would admit he was a little nervous about how he was going to fit in with all these people who were such improv maniacs, but on 'Mike and Dave,' he's playing the sweeter, more straight guy and he's hilarious."
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Ray Panthaki barely slept while making 'Convenience'.
The 36-year-old actor appeared in and produced the new comedy movie and has revealed he made some major sacrifices for the sake of the film, which also stars Vicky McClure and Verne Troyer.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, Ray said: "Early on, I was really being pushed to direct the film, but I knew my limitations. I couldn't do that as well. I just couldn't.
"I gave it my all. And the 'all' meant not sleeping. I was doing my acting and then my producing duties. I'll keep going and I'll keep going and I'll keep going ... I'll push it to the extremes."
Meanwhile, Ray also revealed he was keen to make a movie that had an "American feel".
He shared: "I certainly know that when I set out to make the film that it was a film that had an American feel to it. Humour-wise, I mean, if it translates that's great. I've got a bit bored of safe British comedies.
"This is inspired by independent US movies. Humour-wise, I don't know ... I'd like to think the humour could travel."
'Convenience' is in cinemas October 2 and On Demand/DVD October 5.
Ray Panthaki: I barely slept making Convenience
Ray Panthaki barely slept while making 'Convenience'.
The 36-year-old actor appeared in and produced the new comedy movie and has revealed he made some major sacrifices for the sake of the film, which also stars Vicky McClure and Verne Troyer.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, Ray said: "Early on, I was really being pushed to direct the film, but I knew my limitations. I couldn't do that as well. I just couldn't.
"I gave it my all. And the 'all' meant not sleeping. I was doing my acting and then my producing duties. I'll keep going and I'll keep going and I'll keep going ... I'll push it to the extremes."
Meanwhile, Ray also revealed he was keen to make a movie that had an "American feel".
He shared: "I certainly know that when I set out to make the film that it was a film that had an American feel to it. Humour-wise, I mean, if it translates that's great. I've got a bit bored of safe British comedies.
"This is inspired by independent US movies. Humour-wise, I don't know ... I'd like to think the humour could travel."
'Convenience' is in cinemas October 2 and On Demand/DVD October 5.
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The 'Trainspotting' sequel will start filming next summer.
Danny Boyle - who directed the original movie in 1996 - has revealed plans to make the much-discussed sequel have gathered pace over the last few weeks and with filming set to begin in the middle of next year, the movie could even hit cinemas before the end of 2016.
The director - who'll once again work with Ewan McGregor, Johnny Lee Miller, Ewen Bremner and Robert Carlyle - said: "They only get this little window off, so either you wait for the contract to run down, which could be as late as three years, or you kind of try and do it in this window.
"But all four lads are back in."
Although the budget for the new movie is substantially higher than the original, Danny insisted he'll still have creative control over the project.
He told The Hollywood Reporter: "We're doing it for less than $20 million, and that'll give us control of the film so we can make the film we want to make.
"That's as much as you can get without being answerable to anybody. You can sort of get on with it without much interference.
"Although we could have raised a lot more money for this, we didn't so we're trying to keep some sense like we kept the original."
Trainspotting sequel to start filming next year
The 'Trainspotting' sequel will start filming next summer.
Danny Boyle - who directed the original movie in 1996 - has revealed plans to make the much-discussed sequel have gathered pace over the last few weeks and with filming set to begin in the middle of next year, the movie could even hit cinemas before the end of 2016.
The director - who'll once again work with Ewan McGregor, Johnny Lee Miller, Ewen Bremner and Robert Carlyle - said: "They only get this little window off, so either you wait for the contract to run down, which could be as late as three years, or you kind of try and do it in this window.
"But all four lads are back in."
Although the budget for the new movie is substantially higher than the original, Danny insisted he'll still have creative control over the project.
He told The Hollywood Reporter: "We're doing it for less than $20 million, and that'll give us control of the film so we can make the film we want to make.
"That's as much as you can get without being answerable to anybody. You can sort of get on with it without much interference.
"Although we could have raised a lot more money for this, we didn't so we're trying to keep some sense like we kept the original."
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Vin Diesel plans to make at least another three 'Fast & Furious' movies.
The 48-year-old action star has taken to his Facebook page to confirm his intention to make more films for the money-spinning franchise, which began in 2001 with 'The Fast and the Furious'.
Vin started his post: "The fans of the Fast & Furious SAGA are the best fans in the world ... Since I became the producer in 2008, you have been with me every step of the way ... literally giving me feedback that proved invaluable. Thank you."
Vin said he is currently making efforts to appoint a director and revealed he'll make another three movies.
He wrote: "My producing partner Neal would love for me to just sign off on a director, but this is too special a franchise, so these matters have to be very carefully handled. To be clear, NO ONE has been offered to helm Fast 8 yet ... let alone seen a script.
"Universal has been so good to me and so trusting of the vision ... they have been like family ... I promised the studio I would deliver one last Trilogy to end the saga.
"I will announce the directors on my next post ...(sic)"
Vin Diesel confirms new Fast and Furious trilogy
Vin Diesel plans to make at least another three 'Fast & Furious' movies.
The 48-year-old action star has taken to his Facebook page to confirm his intention to make more films for the money-spinning franchise, which began in 2001 with 'The Fast and the Furious'.
Vin started his post: "The fans of the Fast & Furious SAGA are the best fans in the world ... Since I became the producer in 2008, you have been with me every step of the way ... literally giving me feedback that proved invaluable. Thank you."
Vin said he is currently making efforts to appoint a director and revealed he'll make another three movies.
He wrote: "My producing partner Neal would love for me to just sign off on a director, but this is too special a franchise, so these matters have to be very carefully handled. To be clear, NO ONE has been offered to helm Fast 8 yet ... let alone seen a script.
"Universal has been so good to me and so trusting of the vision ... they have been like family ... I promised the studio I would deliver one last Trilogy to end the saga.
"I will announce the directors on my next post ...(sic)"
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Verne Troyer would "love" to make another 'Austin Powers' movie.
The 46-year-old actor starred as Mini-Me in the comedy franchise and has revealed he would be eager to reprise the role alongside Mike Myers.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, Verne said: "I would love to make another film. I've just heard rumours. Someone was telling me earlier that Mike announced it was going to happen in the next couple of years, but I don't know. I haven't heard anything."
Verne - who's subsequently starred in an array of movies, including a cameo role in the British comedy 'Convenience' - admitted he'll forever be associated with the role of Mini-Me.
He shared: "I'm always going to be known for Mini Me and it's fine. It's really the role that got me started and put me on the map and where I am today."
Meanwhile, Verne also revealed his friendship with Ray Panthaki was key to him securing a cameo role in 'Convenience'.
He said: "Basically I got involved because of Ray Panthaki, he's the producer and also stars in the movie.
"I've been friends with him for six or seven years. He rang me up and asked me if I wanted to do a cameo and I said, 'Yeah, I'm all in.'"
'Convenience' is in cinemas October 2 and On Demand/DVD October 5.
Verne Troyer: I’d love to appear in another Austin Powers movie
Verne Troyer would "love" to make another 'Austin Powers' movie.
The 46-year-old actor starred as Mini-Me in the comedy franchise and has revealed he would be eager to reprise the role alongside Mike Myers.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, Verne said: "I would love to make another film. I've just heard rumours. Someone was telling me earlier that Mike announced it was going to happen in the next couple of years, but I don't know. I haven't heard anything."
Verne - who's subsequently starred in an array of movies, including a cameo role in the British comedy 'Convenience' - admitted he'll forever be associated with the role of Mini-Me.
He shared: "I'm always going to be known for Mini Me and it's fine. It's really the role that got me started and put me on the map and where I am today."
Meanwhile, Verne also revealed his friendship with Ray Panthaki was key to him securing a cameo role in 'Convenience'.
He said: "Basically I got involved because of Ray Panthaki, he's the producer and also stars in the movie.
"I've been friends with him for six or seven years. He rang me up and asked me if I wanted to do a cameo and I said, 'Yeah, I'm all in.'"
'Convenience' is in cinemas October 2 and On Demand/DVD October 5.
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Kit Harington agreed to star in 'Spooks: The Greater Good' because it felt "relevant" to his own life.
The 28-year-old actor - who stars alongside Peter Firth and Jennifer Ehle in the British spy film - said he was eager to work on the movie because it's so distinct from the other projects he's been working on lately, including the popular fantasy drama series 'Game of Thrones'.
He explained: "One of the major reasons why I really wanted to take this role, not only because it had an exciting script, it had pace, it was fun.
"But also I've spent a lot of time in a fantasy realm or in a very archaic place in a lot of the work I've done on screen. So for me, this is a time when I'm still enjoying action sequences."
Kit admitted it was "refreshing" for him to take on a different type of role.
He said: "I still enjoy the physical aspect of acting and doing my own stunts and this way I could hold a gun and to read a script and speak dialogue which is a bit more relevant to who I am and who I am in life; it's quite refreshing."
'Spooks: The Greater Good' is available now on Blu-Ray and DVD, courtesy of Entertainment One.
Kit Harington reveals the attraction of Spooks: The Greater Good
Kit Harington agreed to star in 'Spooks: The Greater Good' because it felt "relevant" to his own life.
The 28-year-old actor - who stars alongside Peter Firth and Jennifer Ehle in the British spy film - said he was eager to work on the movie because it's so distinct from the other projects he's been working on lately, including the popular fantasy drama series 'Game of Thrones'.
He explained: "One of the major reasons why I really wanted to take this role, not only because it had an exciting script, it had pace, it was fun.
"But also I've spent a lot of time in a fantasy realm or in a very archaic place in a lot of the work I've done on screen. So for me, this is a time when I'm still enjoying action sequences."
Kit admitted it was "refreshing" for him to take on a different type of role.
He said: "I still enjoy the physical aspect of acting and doing my own stunts and this way I could hold a gun and to read a script and speak dialogue which is a bit more relevant to who I am and who I am in life; it's quite refreshing."
'Spooks: The Greater Good' is available now on Blu-Ray and DVD, courtesy of Entertainment One.