The Great Gatsby

Watch: Interview with 'The Great Gatsby' cast and director

While Baz Luhrmann's 3D film adaptation of F Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby' hit Indian theatres on the May 17, here's the director himself along with his cast - Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan and Tobey Maguire - talking about the challenges of creating Fitzgerald's Jazz age of the 1920s. ...

My character in 'The Great Gatsby' signifies American dream, says Leonardo DiCaprio

The twelve day long Cannes festival which will see the best from Hollywood, art house and even Bollywood come together to celebrate world cinema opened with the screening of Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby' which stars Hollywood heartthrob Leonardo Di Caprio and even features Amitabh Bachchan. ...

The Great Gatsby: What makes Big B's cameo in the film special

New Delhi: Bollywood's superstar might have innumerable fans in India and abroad but Hollywood never tasted the success and fame of the actor until 'The Great Gatsby' premiered in New York. Such was the frenzy around the actor that the international media mistook the cheering for Amitabh Bachchan at the premiere for Leonardo DiCaprio's entry. And, Bachchan continues to cast his spell even in his cameo in Baz Luhrmann's 'The...  

Now Showing: 'The Great Gatsby' opens Cannes 2013

Australian director Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby' opened the 66th edition of Cannes International Film Festival, which started on May 15. Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who made his Hollywood debut with the project, also graced the red carpet. ...

Baz Luhrmann: I was an idiot to reject 'Harry Potter'

London: 'The Great Gatsby' helmer Baz Luhrmann had turned down the opportunity to direct the 'Harry Potter' films in favour of shooting movie musical 'Moulin Rouge'. The 50-year-old filmmaker said he was contacted by producers of the wizarding franchise while they were planning the first big screen installment, 2001's 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone', reported Contactmusic. "The first one came along and they rang me, and while I love...  

'The Great Gatsby' review: Big B shines in Bollywood-styled entertainer

New Delhi: Baz Luhrmann's film might not have pleased the critics abroad due to its pomp, but we as Indians dig for the typical Bollywood entertainer. Opulent sets, dance, over-the-top dialogues just make us stand up in the theatre and whistle and clap. And, Baz Luhrmann gives you yet another opportunity to enjoy your heart out with his latest offering 'The Great Gatsby'. The film revolves around a war veteran...  

Tweet review: Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby'

New Delhi: F. Scott Fitzgerald's book has seen many cinematic renditions and after making its way to the silver screen for almost three times, Baz Luhrmann is yet again ready to weave the romantic story on screen. The film revolves around a war veteran Nick Carraway who comes to live in New York and finds himself drawn to the past and lifestyle of his millionaire neighbour Jay Gatsby. While the...  

Feel honoured to be a part of Cannes Film Festival: Amitabh Bachchan

At 70, he has made his Hollywood debut with 'The Great Gatsby' and now he's taken that film to Cannes. Speaking to CNN-IBN Entertainment Editor Rajeev Masand, Amitabh Bachchan says that the very fact that the Indian actors have been invited to Cannes Film Festival shows that the film industry has progressed. ...

Friday releases: 'Aurangzeb', The Great Gatsby' hit the screens

Actor Arjun Kapoor's second movie 'Aurangzeb', where he plays a double role, released on Friday. The film also stars Rishi Kapoor and southern star Prithviraj. Another movie which hits the screens on Friday is 'The Great Gatsby'. It is a 3D adaptation of F Scott Fitzgerald's novel of the same name. The film which stars Leonardo DiCaprio also has Amitabh Bachchan in a cameo. Bachchan plays a shrewd and flamboyant ...

Amitabh, DiCaprio declare Cannes Film Festival open

Day one was the Cannes Film Festival was opened with the cast and crew of 'The Great Gatsby' and leading the pack were the film's lead actors Leonardo Di Caprio and Tobey Maguire. And while Carey Mulligan glommed it up with her all black look, Isla Fisher chose to go white. And amongst the Hollywood stars, was Bollywood biggie Amitabh Bachchan. The Bollywood veteran spoke about Cannes's commemoration of 100 ...

Snapshot: Amitabh Bachchan's fashion faux pas at the Cannes red carpet

Amitabh Bachchan usually gets it right. But on Wednesday morning as he posed with his co stars of 'The Great Gatsby' at Cannes, one couldn't help but wonder why he chose a blue stripe jacket blazer and white pants for the occassion. Tied around the waist, the entire look gave Bachchan a bulky look and raised a few eyebrows back home among the fashion conscious people. ...  

Cannes 2013: Amitabh speaks in Hindi at the opening

New Delhi: Amitabh Bachchan made the Hindi film industry proud by speaking in Hindi at the opening ceremony of the Cannes International Film Festival 2013. Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby' opened the prestigious film festival, and Amitabh Bachchan has played a special role in the film. Cannes 2013 is also celebrating the 100 years of Indian cinema this year. Amitabh Bachchan tweeted, "Acknowledging Cannes in recognising 100 yrs of Indian...  

Snapshot: Sonam Kapoor pulls off huge nose ring with saree at Cannes

She never fails to impress with her amazing style. On the premiere of 'The Great Gatsby', actress Sonam Kapoor chose a very Indian look in a bid to pay tribute to 100 years of Indian cinema. Sonam wore a huge nose ring with a gold and white Anamika Khanna saree and tied her hair in a lose bun. The saree was teamed with heavily embroidered gold jacket. ...  

Watch: 'The Great Gatsby' stars speak about the film

Directed by Australian filmmaker Baz Luhrmann, it is the latest Hollywood rendition of Fitzgerald's classic American novel, 'The Great Gatsby'. DiCaprio stars in the title role, a millionaire pining for a lost love, played by Carey Mulligan, during the height of the hedonistic 1920s. ...

'The Great Gatsby' made us feel very grand: Carey Mulligan

Washington: The much misunderstood Daisy Buchanan was a product of her times, says Carey Mulligan, who felt real empathy for her character of the wealthy debutante in 'The Great Gatsby' set in 1920s America and also 'very grand' with the elaborate clothes and jewellery. Daisy, the woman who has an affair with Jay Gatsby but then chooses to marry the rich Tom, is always decked up and never dresses down....  

'The Great Gatsby' fuels fashion renaissance

Directed by Australian filmmaker Baz Luhrmann, it is the latest Hollywood rendition of Fitzgerald's classic American novel, 'The Great Gatsby'. DiCaprio stars in the title role, a millionaire pining for a lost love, played by Carey Mulligan, during the height of the hedonistic 1920s. It has already opened in the United States to mixed reviews and a good box office report. ...

Cannes film festival opens with 'The Great Gatsby'

London: The 2013 Cannes film festival opens on Wednesday with Baz Luhrmann's 3D version of 'The Great Gatsby', a lavish throwback to the 'Roaring Twenties' that befits the glamour and excess of the world's biggest cinema showcase. The Australian director's adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel starring Leonardo DiCaprio surprised some Hollywood insiders, because Cannes traditionally launches on the palm-lined French Riviera with a splashy world premiere. But 'The Great...  

'The Great Gatsby' role is not my Hollywood debut: Amitabh Bachchan

New Delhi: Amitabh Bachchan has called his belated Hollywood debut in 'The Great Gatsby' "just a friendly gesture" but would not mind doing an encore if he comes across something interesting. "I don't look upon it as my Hollywood debut. It is just a friendly gesture and nothing more. It is just a small scene with Gatsby and his friend, played by Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire. Meyer Wolfsheim is...  

'Iron Man 3' beats 'The Great Gatsby' in box office showdown

Tony Stark's superpowers lifted blockbuster 'Iron Man 3' back to the top of movie charts in the United States and Canada, beating out a strong debut over the weekend for lavish Jazz Age drama 'The Great Gatsby.' Coming off a gigantic opening a week earlier, 'Iron Man 3' commanded $72.5 million in ticket sales from Friday through Sunday in its second weekend. 'Gatsby,' starring Leonardo DiCaprio as millionaire Jay Gatsby...