Tuesday, June 08, 2004

Not to be confused with the Oscars - MTV Music Awards

U-San Bernardino County Sun - FILM


"While the accent was on laughs, Saturday's taping wasn't entirely devoid of politics. Jack Black, given the nod for best comedic performance for his turn in 'The School of Rock,' accepted his golden bucket of popcorn in a John Kerry T-shirt.

In a previously taped segment, director Michael Moore presented an award -- but not before plugging his controversial new documentary 'Fahrenheit 9/11,' which, among other things, criticizes President Bush for his response to the terrorist attacks and for the Iraq War. The film opens June 25.

'It's got car chases, big explosions, love scenes,' a deadpan Moore said. 'It's the perfect summer movie. I don't know why that guy in the White House is so worried about it.'"

The MTV Music awards premiere Thursday on MTV.

Photo: Uma Thurman reacts after winning the Best Female Performance award for her role in 'Kill Bill Vol. 1' during the 2004 MTV Movie Awards on Saturday, June 5, 2004 in Culver City, California. Celebrating with Thurman is Quentin Tarantino, who directed the film. REUTERS/Jim Ruymen

Quentin Tarantino was the president of the Jury at the 57th Cannes Film Festival that awarded 'Fahrenheit 9/11' the Palme d'Or award last month.

posted by JOlmsted @ 6/08/2004 07:06:00 AM   1 comments

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At 9:34 AM, Blogger JOlmsted said...

The oddest and most notable intrusion of the political world was a taped message from filmmaker Michael Moore that was presented with little explanation. "I don't usually get on awards shows anymore, " Moore said, referring to the dust-up he caused by lashing out at President Bush at the Academy Awards last year. Moore's new film, "Fahrenheit 9/11," hasn't been seen by U.S. audiences, but it's already a hot topic, and Moore drew a loud cheer.

The face time for Moore was not the only promotional material in the show. MTV has taken to dropping entire movie trailers for forthcoming films into the ceremony. San Francisco ChronicleSource: Los Angeles Times

 

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