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POLL: Are Motion-Capture Performers, Like Andy Serkis (‘Rise of the Planet of the Apes’), Oscar Worthy?

Although Andy Serkis has been working as a professional actor since 1989, his breakthrough role was not for playing a human character at all but rather, for his motion-capture portrayal of ‘Gollum’ in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ film trilogy. But despite the critical acclaim for his performance and the Oscar buzz at the time, Andy was not nominated for …


Oscar-Nominated Actor Jeremy Renner Plays ‘Brandt’ in ‘Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol’

The TomCruise.com team is eager to introduce you to the new cast members of ‘Ghost Protocol’, as well as reacquaint you with returning ones! We continue our cast bios series with a profile of the Oscar-nominated actor, Jeremy Renner. Jeremy Renner joins Tom Cruise for the fourth installment of the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series, ‘Ghost Protocol.’ Tom reprises his role as …


Mission Impossible III Composer Michael Giacchino: Future Academy Award Oscar Winner?

From the Official www.TomCruise.com: On Oscar night, the people who tend to receive the most attention are the stars of the films. However, an often overlooked category of the Academy Awards is one that brings a film to life through music: Original Score. There’s so many great themes crafted by composers: think of the iconic John Williams score for Star Wars, …


Tom Cruise Photos: Barry Levinson

Tomcruise.com added exclusive black-and-white photos to the picture gallery of Tom with filmmakers he’s worked with in over two decades of show business. One of those pictures is of director Barry Levinson, the man behind the Oscar-winning ‘Rain Man.’ After attending American University, Barry Levinson decided to try his luck in Los Angeles. After several years, he landed a gig …


Cruise Congratulates Diaz on Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

Congratulations to Cameron Diaz! The ‘There’s Something About Mary’ star was honored with her own star on Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame in front of the Egyptian Theater on Monday, June 22. The star-studded ceremony brought out friends and family, including Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, who showed their support to celebrate the momentous occasion. Cameron Diaz and Tom Cruise …