ABOUT: John Goodman

Speed Racer
This 129-minute kidflick wears out its welcome in about 45. Anyone yet to graduate from elementary school will eat it up for sure, but beyond that? Oy.
May 08, 2008 | Back Stage
Goodman in Hot Water Over Oral Agreement
Golden Globe winner John Goodman is the latest actor to be taken to court for allegedly reneging on an oral agreement.
April 26, 2007 | Back Stage
Gigantic
Getting back to the kind of deadpan, minimalist acting style he worked as the terminally depressed Dwayne in Little Miss Sunshine, Paul Dano has got an entire movie to carry this time.
April 09, 2009 | Back Stage
Confessions of a Shopaholic
With the economy in freefall, a movie called Confessions of a Shopaholic could be a dicey proposition.
February 11, 2009 | Back Stage
Movie Remakes of the Classics We Love
Universal Pictures was famous for those monster movies produced during the 30s and '40s. Now, several of those horror classics are getting remade once again for the big screen.
July 05, 2007 | Back Stage
'Death' Becomes Him
Not long ago, Stuart Lafferty was just another hopeful L.A. actor making the audition rounds. Next week, the 19-year-old will make his big-screen debut opposite Kevin Bacon.
August 22, 2007 | Back Stage
Actors Studio, Pace University Join Forces
After 10 years at New York City's New School, the master's degree program of the Actors Studio is moving downtown, to Pace University in Lower Manhattan.
April 14, 2006 | Back Stage
True West
As the casting director for the Geffen Playhouse, Phyllis Schuringa has helped shape some of Los Angeles theatre's most exhilarating, most unusual casts, working like a great chef to envision new...
November 02, 2007 | Back Stage
New York Production Listings
Back Stage lists major U.S. film, TV and theatre productions that are currently casting or accepting submissions. On this page you'll find productions occurring in the New York City area. Check for...
February 19, 2009 | Back Stage
New York Production Listings
Back Stage lists major U.S. film, TV and theatre productions that are currently casting or accepting submissions. On this page you'll find productions occurring in the New York City area. Check for...
March 12, 2009 | Back Stage

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