Getting dinner on the table—let alone a nutritious one—is a challenge Dawn Russell knows all too well.
The American mom of two, who became “Lady James Russell” in 2005 when she married Lord James Russell, is all about simplifying healthy eating—like with her one-pot ratatouille recipe shared exclusively in this week’s People. The high-fiber dish, which can be made in 30 minutes or less, is one of many recipes in her upcoming 8Greens Cookbook.
“Every recipe has passed the key criteria of being easy to make (if I can, you definitely can), containing fabulously healthy ingredients, and being...
The American mom of two, who became “Lady James Russell” in 2005 when she married Lord James Russell, is all about simplifying healthy eating—like with her one-pot ratatouille recipe shared exclusively in this week’s People. The high-fiber dish, which can be made in 30 minutes or less, is one of many recipes in her upcoming 8Greens Cookbook.
“Every recipe has passed the key criteria of being easy to make (if I can, you definitely can), containing fabulously healthy ingredients, and being...
- 9/7/2017
- by Ana Calderone
- PEOPLE.com
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key announced an ambitious plan in July that’s taken until now to really gather traction, simply because of how … zealous it is. (I’m not apologizing for that pun.)
“Predator Free New Zealand 2050” is a plan to kill the millions of rats, stoats (short-tailed weasels), possums and feral cats inhabiting the 103,000 square miles of the island over the next 34 years.
It’s part of an effort to save New Zealand’s indigenous population of flightless birds, though the real question isn’t the motivation behind the plan, it’s more about whether or not...
“Predator Free New Zealand 2050” is a plan to kill the millions of rats, stoats (short-tailed weasels), possums and feral cats inhabiting the 103,000 square miles of the island over the next 34 years.
It’s part of an effort to save New Zealand’s indigenous population of flightless birds, though the real question isn’t the motivation behind the plan, it’s more about whether or not...
- 10/27/2016
- by alexheigl
- PEOPLE.com
No Kissing the Butler! Lady Dawn Russell's Do's and Don'ts for Life as an American-Turned-Aristocrat
Downton Abbey fans know that life in an English stately home comes with its own particular set of rules. Before she was Lady Dawn Russell - technically, Lady James Russell after marrying her husband, Lord James Russell, in 2005 - American Dawn Russell had spent most of her time traveling the world with her "free spirit" mom and attending various boarding schools. But after she and James (who goes by Jamie) got serious, she was introduced to his family home: historic Woburn Abbey, where he was born and raised. (Sidenote: The estate, which has ties to King Henry VIII, features a...
- 2/19/2016
- by Michelle Tauber, @michelletauber
- PEOPLE.com
Juno and the Paycock Directed by Charlotte Moore The Irish Repertory Theatre 132 W. 22nd St., NYC October 20-December 29, 2013
Watching “Captain” Jack Boyle’s pronouncement regarding Ireland’s civil strife -- “We’ve got nothin’ to do with these things, one way or t’other. That’s the Government’s business, an’ let them do what we’re payin’ them for doin’” -- about 24 hours after a more than two-week government shutdown lent a little extra resonance to the Irish Repertory Theatre's production of Sean O’Casey’s Juno and the Paycock. The personal is always the political in O’Casey’s work, and Juno, part of his acclaimed Dublin Trilogy, skillfully interweaves the two as it follows the Boyle family’s fortunes’ (imagined) rise and fall in a 1922 Dublin tenement.
Shades of brown dominate the peeling walls of James Noone’s set, which the cast fills admirably. The titular characters,...
Watching “Captain” Jack Boyle’s pronouncement regarding Ireland’s civil strife -- “We’ve got nothin’ to do with these things, one way or t’other. That’s the Government’s business, an’ let them do what we’re payin’ them for doin’” -- about 24 hours after a more than two-week government shutdown lent a little extra resonance to the Irish Repertory Theatre's production of Sean O’Casey’s Juno and the Paycock. The personal is always the political in O’Casey’s work, and Juno, part of his acclaimed Dublin Trilogy, skillfully interweaves the two as it follows the Boyle family’s fortunes’ (imagined) rise and fall in a 1922 Dublin tenement.
Shades of brown dominate the peeling walls of James Noone’s set, which the cast fills admirably. The titular characters,...
- 11/25/2013
- by C. Jefferson Thom
- www.culturecatch.com
Director: James Russell Starring: Morrissey, Jesse Tobias, Solomon Walker, Gustavo Manzur, Boz Boorer, Anthony Burulcich; Running time: 92 mins; Certificate: PG
Anyone watching Channel 4's recent One Direction documentary who thought such obsessive fandom is anything new has clearly never visited the Morrissey-Solo.com fansite or monthly Smiths Disco at Manchester's Star & Garter. It's not just tweenage girls tweeting their heroes. Hardcore Moz fans are of both sexes and often old enough to be parents to children who themselves are old enough to know better.
But only in a few, fleeting moments does this film manage to capture either that fandom or the flawed genius that inspires it. Director James Russell does a solid, sterling job of recording a live show, but not much more. It feels like there's as many cameras as there are people in the 1,800 capacity Hollywood High auditorium so you never miss a thing.
Behind the drums,...
Anyone watching Channel 4's recent One Direction documentary who thought such obsessive fandom is anything new has clearly never visited the Morrissey-Solo.com fansite or monthly Smiths Disco at Manchester's Star & Garter. It's not just tweenage girls tweeting their heroes. Hardcore Moz fans are of both sexes and often old enough to be parents to children who themselves are old enough to know better.
But only in a few, fleeting moments does this film manage to capture either that fandom or the flawed genius that inspires it. Director James Russell does a solid, sterling job of recording a live show, but not much more. It feels like there's as many cameras as there are people in the 1,800 capacity Hollywood High auditorium so you never miss a thing.
Behind the drums,...
- 8/19/2013
- Digital Spy
A new Us concert film celebrates Morrissey's 25 years solo, but can it mend fences and bring back alienated fans – like me?
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Almost 10 years ago, I interviewed Morrissey for NME. After a dry spell without a record deal, Moz was poised to release You Are the Quarry, his first album since 1997. It was the first time he had spoken to NME since 1992, after the paper expressed its disquiet at Morrissey's flirtation with skinhead imagery in one of its most famous cover stories. He was every bit as good value as a fan like myself could have hoped, ending the interview with the characteristic advice that, since I hadn't enjoyed a lasting love affair, I was better off giving up and getting "a nice budgie" instead. A few weeks later, I saw him celebrate his 45th birthday in a triumphant concert at Manchester Arena.
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Almost 10 years ago, I interviewed Morrissey for NME. After a dry spell without a record deal, Moz was poised to release You Are the Quarry, his first album since 1997. It was the first time he had spoken to NME since 1992, after the paper expressed its disquiet at Morrissey's flirtation with skinhead imagery in one of its most famous cover stories. He was every bit as good value as a fan like myself could have hoped, ending the interview with the characteristic advice that, since I hadn't enjoyed a lasting love affair, I was better off giving up and getting "a nice budgie" instead. A few weeks later, I saw him celebrate his 45th birthday in a triumphant concert at Manchester Arena.
- 7/30/2013
- by Alex Needham
- The Guardian - Film News
London, October 28: In a new study, researchers have tried to find the scientific reason behind why children think they actually disappear when they cover their eyes while playing peek-a-boo.
Researchers led by James Russell at the University of Cambridge have carried out the first study into this bizarre trait with groups of three and four-year-old children.
The children's eyes were covered with masks and they were then asked whether they could be seen by the researchers - with most saying no, the Daily Mail reported.
Many also believed that the researchers could not see adults who were wearing eye masks - leading to the conclusion that most young children believe that anyone who covers their eyes is obscured from.
Researchers led by James Russell at the University of Cambridge have carried out the first study into this bizarre trait with groups of three and four-year-old children.
The children's eyes were covered with masks and they were then asked whether they could be seen by the researchers - with most saying no, the Daily Mail reported.
Many also believed that the researchers could not see adults who were wearing eye masks - leading to the conclusion that most young children believe that anyone who covers their eyes is obscured from.
- 10/27/2012
- by Lohit Reddy
- RealBollywood.com
That was the week in which Roland Emmerich applied his delicate style to the Bard and our writers fessed up to their favourite films
The big story
Roland Emmerich likes to destroy things. We in the film world know this: we've watched him blow the planet up for years. Let's face it, it's why we love him. But the theatre world is less familiar with his style, and this week they have been traumatised by the unleashing of his new film Anonymous, with which, in characteristic fashion, Emmerich attempts to completely obliterate the reputation of William Shakespeare.
Arguably the most inspired response to the German director's waste-laying ways came from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, who this week took to graffitting road signs to make their point. A very sophisticated one, we should point out - if Shakespeare was "anonymous", see, then he doesn't exist. Emmerich is no doubt pulling together...
The big story
Roland Emmerich likes to destroy things. We in the film world know this: we've watched him blow the planet up for years. Let's face it, it's why we love him. But the theatre world is less familiar with his style, and this week they have been traumatised by the unleashing of his new film Anonymous, with which, in characteristic fashion, Emmerich attempts to completely obliterate the reputation of William Shakespeare.
Arguably the most inspired response to the German director's waste-laying ways came from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, who this week took to graffitting road signs to make their point. A very sophisticated one, we should point out - if Shakespeare was "anonymous", see, then he doesn't exist. Emmerich is no doubt pulling together...
- 10/27/2011
- The Guardian - Film News
The ABC’s latest political satire, At Home With Julia, wraps today. The series, which invites Australians into The Lodge and life of Prime Minister Gillard (Amanda Bishop) and her partner Tim Mathieson (Phil Lloyd) is set to air on ABC1 on Wednesday 7 September, 9.30pm.
The 4×30 minute series finds the Prime Minister and Mathieson struggling with alone time as they get harrassed by Bob Katter, live in fear of terrorist attacks and receive unsolicited advice from Paul Keating.
In a statement, Executive Producer/co-writer Rick Kalowski said, “We can’t believe the quality of the cast we got. Or how little we were able to pay them.”
With a cast of sketch and stage comedians, the production is set to spoof Kevin Rudd (Paul McCarthy), Paul Keating and Tony Jones (both played by Jonathon Biggins), Wayne Swan (Alan Dukes) Tony Abbott (Nicholas Cassim), Bob Katter (Drew Forsythe), and Rob Oakeshott...
The 4×30 minute series finds the Prime Minister and Mathieson struggling with alone time as they get harrassed by Bob Katter, live in fear of terrorist attacks and receive unsolicited advice from Paul Keating.
In a statement, Executive Producer/co-writer Rick Kalowski said, “We can’t believe the quality of the cast we got. Or how little we were able to pay them.”
With a cast of sketch and stage comedians, the production is set to spoof Kevin Rudd (Paul McCarthy), Paul Keating and Tony Jones (both played by Jonathon Biggins), Wayne Swan (Alan Dukes) Tony Abbott (Nicholas Cassim), Bob Katter (Drew Forsythe), and Rob Oakeshott...
- 8/12/2011
- by Colin Delaney
- Encore Magazine
Disney-pixar’S “Cars 2″ Is Off To The Races Lightning McQueen Takes on 10 Global Champions in the First-Ever World Grand Prix to Determine the World’s Fastest Car
Who’s the fastest car in the world?
If you said Lightning McQueen – you’re not alone. As a four-time Piston Cup-winner, number 95 is a real contender. But can the American compete against international champs like Formula Racer Francesco Bernoulli – the favorite according to racing experts - (and Bernoulli himself)? And don’t forget Lewis Hamilton, the young, but incredibly talented yellow and black Gts car; Jeff Gorvette, the classic, all-American Gts master; and Carla Veloso, the tough Brazilian whose record speaks for itself – they have the guts to give the veterans a run for the title of world’s fastest car.
Indeed, that title is what’s up for grabs in the first ever World Grand Prix – a race created by Sir Miles Axlerod,...
Who’s the fastest car in the world?
If you said Lightning McQueen – you’re not alone. As a four-time Piston Cup-winner, number 95 is a real contender. But can the American compete against international champs like Formula Racer Francesco Bernoulli – the favorite according to racing experts - (and Bernoulli himself)? And don’t forget Lewis Hamilton, the young, but incredibly talented yellow and black Gts car; Jeff Gorvette, the classic, all-American Gts master; and Carla Veloso, the tough Brazilian whose record speaks for itself – they have the guts to give the veterans a run for the title of world’s fastest car.
Indeed, that title is what’s up for grabs in the first ever World Grand Prix – a race created by Sir Miles Axlerod,...
- 5/20/2011
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Another Canadian youth is apparently taking the same route toward international stardom as Canadian teen star Justin Bieber through social networking portal YouTube.
Former American Idol judge Simon Cowell, a major influence in the music industry, has noticed 10-year Heather Russell and signed her up on his record label.
Cowell learned about Russell from a former Canadian Idol judge Zack Werner, who told Cowell of Russell's YouTube viral video posted by the girl's parents. The videos had more than 250,000 hits. It includes Russell singing her own song "Every Step of the Way" with her father, James Russell, on the guitar.
Also helping the upcoming singer is Rob Fusan, the producer who helped launch Lady Gaga.
Former American Idol judge Simon Cowell, a major influence in the music industry, has noticed 10-year Heather Russell and signed her up on his record label.
Cowell learned about Russell from a former Canadian Idol judge Zack Werner, who told Cowell of Russell's YouTube viral video posted by the girl's parents. The videos had more than 250,000 hits. It includes Russell singing her own song "Every Step of the Way" with her father, James Russell, on the guitar.
Also helping the upcoming singer is Rob Fusan, the producer who helped launch Lady Gaga.
- 2/18/2011
- icelebz.com
Another Canadian youth is apparently taking the same route toward international stardom as Canadian teen star Justin Bieber through social networking portal YouTube.
Former American Idol judge Simon Cowell, a major influence in the music industry, has noticed 10-year Heather Russell and signed her up on his record label.
Cowell learned about Russell from a former Canadian Idol judge Zack Werner, who told Cowell of Russell's YouTube viral video posted by the girl's parents. The videos had more than 250,000 hits. It includes Russell singing her own song "Every Step of the Way" with her father, James Russell, on the guitar.
Also helping the upcoming singer is Rob Fusan, the producer who helped launch Lady Gaga.
Former American Idol judge Simon Cowell, a major influence in the music industry, has noticed 10-year Heather Russell and signed her up on his record label.
Cowell learned about Russell from a former Canadian Idol judge Zack Werner, who told Cowell of Russell's YouTube viral video posted by the girl's parents. The videos had more than 250,000 hits. It includes Russell singing her own song "Every Step of the Way" with her father, James Russell, on the guitar.
Also helping the upcoming singer is Rob Fusan, the producer who helped launch Lady Gaga.
- 2/18/2011
- icelebz.com
That was the week in which we waved goodbye to Leslie Nielsen, Irvin Kerchner and Mario Monicelli and said hello to the British Film institute taking over the duties of the UK Film Council
The big story
Monday at 10am and Ed Vaizey made the announcement many had been expecting: the BFI is to take over the bulk of the funding duties of the now-defunct UK Film Council. The reaction from film agencies (and the BFI's Greg Dyke) was pretty warm, but on the blog, Adam Dawtrey questioned the logistics and the politics behind the move, Andrew Pulver sighed at the merry-go-round of lottery funding, Dan Sabbagh suggested the ring-fencing of cash for cinema might not be wholly fair, and James Russell questioned whether the BFI would be equipped to cope with the difficult decisions that lie ahead.
Unstoppable Harry Potter
Meanwhile, the latest instalment in the franchise David Cameron...
The big story
Monday at 10am and Ed Vaizey made the announcement many had been expecting: the BFI is to take over the bulk of the funding duties of the now-defunct UK Film Council. The reaction from film agencies (and the BFI's Greg Dyke) was pretty warm, but on the blog, Adam Dawtrey questioned the logistics and the politics behind the move, Andrew Pulver sighed at the merry-go-round of lottery funding, Dan Sabbagh suggested the ring-fencing of cash for cinema might not be wholly fair, and James Russell questioned whether the BFI would be equipped to cope with the difficult decisions that lie ahead.
Unstoppable Harry Potter
Meanwhile, the latest instalment in the franchise David Cameron...
- 12/2/2010
- The Guardian - Film News
Warner Bros may have paid for Potter, but it's the comforting, olde-worlde vision of Britain that is the franchise's magic formula. No wonder David Cameron wants other film-makers to follow suit
During prime minister's questions earlier this week, David Cameron was asked about the government's plans for investment in the future of British film. He responded by discussing Warner Bros' recent investment in Leavesden studios and suggesting that Britain could, and should, be making more movies like the Harry Potter franchise, and, by extension, fewer movies like, say, the recently released Made in Dagenham or Mike Leigh's Another Year both of which were funded by the now disbanded UK Film Council.
Cutting the UKFC, and praising the Potter films as a model for UK film-makers seems to constitute a fairly coherent ideological statement about British cinema: make films people will pay to see, or don't make films. But how realistic is this?...
During prime minister's questions earlier this week, David Cameron was asked about the government's plans for investment in the future of British film. He responded by discussing Warner Bros' recent investment in Leavesden studios and suggesting that Britain could, and should, be making more movies like the Harry Potter franchise, and, by extension, fewer movies like, say, the recently released Made in Dagenham or Mike Leigh's Another Year both of which were funded by the now disbanded UK Film Council.
Cutting the UKFC, and praising the Potter films as a model for UK film-makers seems to constitute a fairly coherent ideological statement about British cinema: make films people will pay to see, or don't make films. But how realistic is this?...
- 11/19/2010
- The Guardian - Film News
Toronto -- Lionsgate signaled that future acquisitions could be in the offing Monday as it unveiled a five-year, $340 million revolving credit facility with JPMorgan and Wachovia.
The new financing, which replaces a $215 million JPMorgan credit facility and can be increased to $500 million, will fund "potential strategic opportunities that may arise," Lionsgate vice chairman Michael Burns said.
Vancouver-based Lionsgate, which has $371 million in cash on hand and no bank debt, has spent $150 million over the past three years in acquiring U.K.'s Redbus Film Distributors, the Debmar-Mercury TV syndication business and indie studio Mandate Pictures.
Lionsgate also is investing in digital firms, most recently with Break.com and the launch of FEARNet, with partners Sony and Comcast. It also plans to launch a premium TV service with Viacom, Paramount Pictures and MGM.
The JPMorgan and Wachovia credit facility was negotiated for Lionsgate by Burns, Cfo Jim Keegan and executive vp business and legal affairs James Gladstone.
Legal advisers Morgan Lewis & Bockius acted on behalf of JPMorgan and Jim Russell of Heenan Blaikie for Lionsgate.
The new financing, which replaces a $215 million JPMorgan credit facility and can be increased to $500 million, will fund "potential strategic opportunities that may arise," Lionsgate vice chairman Michael Burns said.
Vancouver-based Lionsgate, which has $371 million in cash on hand and no bank debt, has spent $150 million over the past three years in acquiring U.K.'s Redbus Film Distributors, the Debmar-Mercury TV syndication business and indie studio Mandate Pictures.
Lionsgate also is investing in digital firms, most recently with Break.com and the launch of FEARNet, with partners Sony and Comcast. It also plans to launch a premium TV service with Viacom, Paramount Pictures and MGM.
The JPMorgan and Wachovia credit facility was negotiated for Lionsgate by Burns, Cfo Jim Keegan and executive vp business and legal affairs James Gladstone.
Legal advisers Morgan Lewis & Bockius acted on behalf of JPMorgan and Jim Russell of Heenan Blaikie for Lionsgate.
- 7/28/2008
- by By Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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