Sunday, October 14, 2012

Surprise 'Breaking Dawn' Credits Scene

Surprise 'Breaking Dawn' Credits Scene: In "Twilight", Nikki Reed plays Rosalie Hale, a vampire Twi-hards love to hate. But in real life, the actress, 24, who spoke on Yahoo! Movies kontsupopulyarnye preparing for a series on the big screen, "could not be further from his bloodthirsty nature.

Reed revealed details secret so well preserved - a scene that appears during the end credits of the last franchise "Twilight Saga:. Breaking Dawn - Part 2," "It was really surprising that we have made for [director] Bill Condon," Reed said of the additional scenes - one that involved more than 100 people for a dance number set to "Sweet Dreams" by Eurythmics. "[It was] something really fun, and we did it ourselves on our lunch break," Reid said, adding: "We have met and worked on something - just actors together - to surprise our director that we love. "Judging by the fact that the scene has made its way to the final" Twilight "party, Condon had during the new moon, when he saw her.

As "Breaking Dawn - Part 2" is getting closer to its publication on November 16 Reed wanted to remember how she became involved with colleagues "Roughly speaking, it really is. Was such a lack of drama in the cast," she said. Reed started talking about how she and her husband, singer-songwriter Paul McDonald (former "American Idol" party) recently became the godfather and godmother of his son News Jackson Rathbone, who was born in July. "Jackson I am married and just had a baby and we are very similar way of life and the creation of music and my husband and I make music," she explained.(Reed and McDonald perform a song on the forthcoming "Breaking Dawn" soundtrack.)

[Exclusive: 'Twilight: Breaking Dawn - Part 2' soundtrack song list revealed]

Reed also described a time when she and "Twilight" costar Elizabeth Reaser decided to quit smoking -- around the time they were filming "Eclipse." At Reaser's suggestion, Reed recalled, the two actresses got apartments next to each other, went to the gym together and operated as a mutual support system. "That was such an unforgettable moment for me," said Reed.

"Breaking Dawn - Part 2" is supposed to mark the film franchise's end, but rumors are swirling over possible spinoffs -- perhaps even on the small screen. Is the end of "Twilight" really here? "As far as I know it is," said Reed, adding, "But listen, I'm sitting here like the rest of the fans. I'm a fan too. If they told me there's more, I'd say, 'Cool, where do I sign up?' I love these movies."

A Real Softie

Reed is well aware that her real personality starkly contrasts that of her "Twilight" character Rosalie. "The most common reaction I have from people, all people when I meet them if they're fans of 'Twilight' is... 'Oh my God, you're nice in real life,'" Reed said.

In fact, she's a real softie. Reed -- along with her husband -- is involved with a plethora of causes that revolve around environmental concerns as well as the welfare of animals. "At a certain point, my parents had to sit me down and go, 'Okay, Nicole, the answer to that one is "no." Bring home as many dogs and cats and rats and whatever else... but you can't sell your house for a cow'," Reed said, describing how she was recently compelled to save a bovine in need. And when it comes to foster pets, she said, "If I could get a hundred, I would have a hundred."

Reed is also involved with a quirky campaign to conserve water, sponsored by Axe. A sharable video, geared toward young adults, promotes "shower pooling" -- the idea that if you share a shower with someone, you'll use less of the earth's scarce water resources. The video, narrated by Reed, suggests you can even shower pool with "an attractive stranger." But this is not an irresponsible message promoting casual sex, Reed contends. "We live in a world where sort of nothing is shocking anymore." She said the campaign is intended to grab attention as a way into the water conservation conversation among young people. "[It's] like a fun way to get into peoples minds and then they start doing stuff and they don't realize they're doing it," she said, adding, "I'm married and Paul and I totally try to shower together."

Reed said her "Twilight" cast mates have been earth conscious too -- and while filming: "What we definitely did was try not to use as much plastic.  So that was kind of a really easy thing to do -- bringing our own water bottles to set... and refilling in our own tea containers." She noted that Reaser was especially diligent and that Peter Facinelli tried to get the cast to drink sustainable boxed water.
[Exclusive: 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2' goes big with its final trailer]

"Twilight" cast members are in the midst of a month-long global press tour that will hit Australia, Japan, Brazil, South Africa, Scotland, Ireland and the U.S. And it's just now starting to sink in with Reed that the end is near. "It's hard to feel any emotion because two years ago, we were shooting 'the last one.' Okay, the next premiere is going to be the last premiere. It's just been so long that you are numb to the word and now that we're getting close to it, it's like, 'Well, this is really sad.' I can't believe it, what do you mean it's over? We can't believe this is over."

While Reed is nothing like Rosalie -- Rosalie appears to be becoming a little more like Reed in the final chapter: "I finally make it to the point where I think people find Rosalie relatable and that's all I've ever wanted for her... people [are] finally going to give her a break."

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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Solange Knowles Visit to South Africa In His Video for The Song "Losing You"

Solange Knowles Visit to South Africa In His Video for The Song "Losing You": Solange Knowles, may not be the most famous singer in his family, but later the video for the single "Losing You" may change this situatsiyu.Klip sees her strutting its business in South Africa, as she channels Madonna classics on this pop-rock.

The clip sees her riding special bikes and explore the region is very unpopular in South Africa, as she dances and poses with her troupe in a beautiful open skies and rolling clouds. "I do not know why I'm fighting, it is clear that we have already passed," she sings at one point. "Tell me the truth, boy, I'm losing you forever?"

Her friends seem to dig the road as much as we do. Janelle Monae instantly tweeted, "Solo: Although proud of you this video and song = certified JAM! LOVE. Congratulations!", "Losing You" and Solange another recent single "Sleep In The Park" are now digitally on your favorite retailer.

For more Solange Knowles, check out her Myspace radio channel.

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Monday, October 1, 2012

American Airlines Delays Leave Passengers Waiting

American Airlines Delays Leave Passengers Waiting:: American Airlines passengers have seen many delays in recent weeks, including a four-hour delay when two flight attendants reportedly argued about a cell phone.

One flight attendant went so far as to announce on the public address system that all passengers had to turn off their cell phones, "including the other flight attendant," according to a local television report in Washington.

The dispute, according to a local television report, forced the captain to turn back from a runway at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York and find a new crew before resuming the flight.

Delays today at New York airports, however, were all labor-related.

American, whose parent company has filed for bankruptcy protection, was forced to delay nearly 40 percent of its flights, with most forced to be late or even cancelled by an "unprecedented and very significant" increase in maintenance issues.

ABC News correspondent Martha Raddatz experienced the problem firsthand today.

"We go out to the runway to take off and the pilot comes on and says 'Sorry, we have a mechanical problem,'" she said. "The motor that starts the engine is not working [and] we have to go back."

ABC News has learned the FAA is concerned enough to have stepped up scrutiny of American during its bankruptcy. So far, there is no indication safety has been compromised, but federal monitors are making more ramp checks and fly-alongs with pilots to make sure.

Today's flights were punctual only 64 percent of the time, compared to the normal 82 percent for September.

In a statement to ABC News, American apologized to customers but blamed pilots for the delays.

"The recent disruptions are primarily due to the significant increase in maintenance write-ups by our pilots, many right at the time of departure," the statement read.

These "disruptions" led to 547 delays today. On a normal day, the airline sees about 100 delays.

The airline added that pilots are calling in sick 20 percent more than normal, which "impacts the availability of reserve pilots, which can ultimately lead to cancellations."

The pilots union said there is no sanctioned work action underway and disagreed with American's accounting of sick leave and crew cancellations.

"We have verified that pilot sick rates have not deviated from normal historical rates," said the Allied Pilots Association, which represents American Airline's 10,000 pilots. "We have likewise verified that crew cancellations remain at normal rates."

Instead, the union blamed the unreliability on mechanical problems within the airline, saying it "isn't surprising," given the large number of furloughed mechanics and closing of "one of its largest maintenance facilities."

The Wall Street Journal's travel editor, Scott McCartney, took the rare step of warning would-be passengers to fly another carrier.

"My advice is until things get straightened out with the operations, if you have a choice you ought to book another airline," McCartney said. "It's just not worth it."

The airline pre-cancelled 300 flights this week, hoping to re-accommodate passengers in advance. It also has reduced its schedule by 1 to 2 percent through October.

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