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Teens Rule - At the Movies, Anyway

BuzzSugar — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 13:31:27 PST

Maybe it's the massive success of shows like Gossip Girl and The O.C.. Maybe it's because Juno was so endearing and filmmakers are desperate to make "the next Juno." Maybe it is, as I mused in my review of the documentary American Teen, simply that people are often interested in stories about teenagers because everyone can relate to the experience of going through adolescence. Whatever the reason, teens are ruling the movies these days.

Today alone there are several news items having to do with The Kids Today. Check it out:

I've been psyched about the comedy Youth in Revolt, starring Michael Cera, ever since I first caught wind of it back in August. Yet again Cera plays an awkward teen, lovestruck and bumbling. Today there's news of a director climbing aboard the project: Miguel Arteta, most known for having directed The Good Girl, though he has also helmed episodes of Ugly Betty, The Office and Freaks and Geeks.

More points on why the kids are alright if you

Care to guess who will play Hayden Panettierre's clueless boyfriend in the teen comedy Daydream Nation? None other than Kieran Culkin, brother of Maccauley. Not much else is known about the project besides that Hayden will play an "acerbic teen" and they want it to be a "coming-of-age story for the 21st century . . . an intellectual comedy a la Juno and Election." Can Hayden pull off acerbic? I guess we'll find out.
This one's a little disturbing: Lizabeth Zindel's novel Girl of the Moment has gotten the green light for film adaptation. The comedy follows "a teen girl who lands a once-in-a-lifetime chance to intern for a famous teen starlet, thrusting the heroine into a glamorous and catty inner world of young celebrity." That's not the disturbing part, however. Variety continues with this quote from producer Richard Gladstein:
"There was a survey done by the Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse U. that found that 43.4% of teen girls wanted to become celebrity personal assistants. They chose this option twice as often as being president of a college, three times more often than U.S. senator and four times more than chief executive of a major company."
Does anyone else find this to be disconcerting?

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Happy Birthday, Emma Roberts - See 21 of Her Best Red-Carpet Looks!

Hannah Weil — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:00:11 PST

You can tell just from looking at her that this lucky girl shares genetic code with Aunt Julia Roberts - but that's not the actress's only claim to fame. This fresh face is a Young Hollywood trendsetter, boasting a fashion résumé that highlights her penchant for sweet-chic designs and some sexier fare. In honor of Emma Roberts's 21st birthday, we're zeroing in on our favorite 21 red-carpet moments thus far - from her most recent, a stunning Zac Posen gown at this year's Golden Globes afterparty, to a look at her prettiest appearances in Christian Dior and Chanel. Click through to see them all.

Fat-Proof Your Life

Health — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:06:06 PST

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site.

By Maridel Reyes

It's true that there are certain times in your life when extra poundage seems to appear out of nowhere . . . and settle on you. In fact, experts have honed in on the exact moments when you're most vulnerable to weight gain.

"Life transitions, having a baby, and going through menopause cause many women to pile on pounds," says Susan Albers, PsyD, author of But I Deserve This Chocolate!: The 50 Most Common Diet-Derailing Excuses and How to Outwit Them. "But with planning and prep, you can stay thin."

We asked top experts for their strategies to help you ward off weight creep - and even shed pounds - at these tricky stages. Solutions ahead.

Getting married

Heavier ever after? It can be the flip side of wedded bliss: "Six out of 10 of my clients come back heavier after the honeymoon," says celebrity fitness and wellness guru David Kirsch.

Health.com: 25 Diet-Busting Foods You Should Never Eat

Young newlyweds pack on an extra six to nine pounds in the five years after getting hitched compared to singletons, according to research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. And most of that gain happens in the first year of marriage.

"Couples start to mirror each other's eating habits," explains Albers. "You might be matching him calorie for calorie without realizing it."

Learn how to keep the pounds down postmarriage and in the mommy years, after the break.

10 Crosby Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:16:03 PST

Derek Lam's new venture, 10 Crosby, has fulfilled its cool-girl status for Fall '12. The third collection from the line, 10 Crosby showed plenty of bold prints, sharp tailoring, and just the right amount of femininity to please every downtown girl. Inspired by the classic holiday flick Home Alone, Lam and design director Liz Giardina envisioned what the 10 Crosby girl would wear on a snowy Winter day. With that thought in mind, the two created silky printed palazzo pants, cozy peplum cardigans, fox-fur vests, and pajama-inspired tops tempered with tailored poplin shirt dresses and sharp trousers. We especially love the chambray shirt dress and chunky peplum cardigan combo. More defining moments below, then check out the complete collection lookbook, starring Belgian beauty Hanne Gaby Odiele.

Trends: Bold prints, palazzo pants, sheer, plaid, peplum.
Colors: Red, nude, gray, green, brown.
Key Piece: We love the chic structured shirt dress and gray peplum sweater combination.
Accessories: Loafers, ankle-strap sandals, pumps, skinny belts, sling-back platform mules.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who like polish with an edge like Olivia Palermo, Amanda Brooks, and Kate Bosworth.

Watch a Preview For Cougar Town Season 3

BuzzSugar — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:14:18 PST

Watch 10 minutes of Cougar Town's season premiere - Zap2It
10 shows you might like if you watch Criminal Minds - BuddyTV
See who will be learning how to pick up chicks with James Franco in The Game - NextMovie
Watch the latest trailer for G.I. Joe: Retaliation - Rotten Tomatoes
Rapper M.I.A.'s most controversial moments - The Daily Beast
Check out photos from Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter - /Film
Find out about the book adaptation Amy Adams will star in - Moviefone
Guess which rock star is coming to Once Upon a Time - HuffPost TV
Get the details on the amazing dress Blair wears to kiss Dan on Gossip Girl - FabSugar

Top OMG Moments From Gossip Girl "The Backup Dan"

BuzzSugar — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:42:51 PST

This week's episode of Gossip Girl picks up right after last week's wedding and Blair's subsequent escape. Dan is assisting Blair with her post-reception plan, but everyone else is left wondering where the bride has run off to, and what it means to the royal family. Meanwhile, Georgina continues her scheming under the guise of Gossip Girl, so let's talk about that and all the other OMG moments from this week.

Photos courtesy of The CW

Blair Glams Up the Gossip Girl Set in Princess-Worthy Oscar de la Renta

Hannah Weil — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:39:40 PST

The latest from the Upper East Side set is Blair's most glamorous since the royal Vera Wang wedding gown. We spotted Blair hitting the Gossip Girl set (and locking lips with Lonely Boy - gasp!) in a dreamy pink-princess confection from Oscar de la Renta's Resort 2012. Since half the fun of the Upper East Side drama is what everyone is wearing, we're delving into season five's best looks. Some, like Blair's latest may be more fantasy than shopping reality, but in every episode there's also a chance to get our hands on something Serena, Blair, or the rest of the show's stylish ensemble has worn. From Mulberry to Marc Jacobs, Rag & Bone, and Louis Vuitton - and thanks to Eric Daman's brilliant styling - every episode unfolds with a cast of enviable designer goodies. Now they might actually be yours - just click through for the amazing Gossip Girl style moments, and if you're tempted, shop away!

Photos courtesy of the The CW

Leighton, Penn, Ella, and Chace Bring a Double Dose of PDA to the Gossip Girl Set

Lauren Turner — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:15:35 PST

Love was in the air on the set of Gossip Girl in NYC yesterday. Leighton Meester and Penn Badgley kissed during a scene on the Upper East Side while Chace Crawford and Ella Rae Peck had their own intimate moment for the cameras on the Big Apple streets. Blake Lively wasn't spotted in character, but she's been busy with the series while her boyfriend Ryan Reynolds has been promoting his new movie overseas. Ryan and Blake will have a chance to reunite since Ryan's press tour for Safe House heads to NYC this week. Yesterday's Gossip Girl brought plenty more drama in the follow up to Blair escaping her wedding with Dan last week - make sure to check out all the OMG moments from the episode in Buzz's Gossip Girl recap!

The 10 Best Quotes From the Oscar Nominees Luncheon Press Room!

Lindsay Miller — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:35:41 PST

This afternoon, 18 of this year's 20 nominees in the Oscars' acting categories were on hand for a celebratory lunch at the Beverly Hilton. The Academy's annual nominees lunch was as star-studded as ever, with George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Brad Pitt, and Michelle Williams among the attendees. We were backstage in the press room to hear from some of this year's award-season favorites and to capture some of the funniest and most touching quotes and moments. From Rooney Mara talking about her The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo nipple piercing to George's elaborate engagement gift for Viola Davis, check out our slideshow for all of the highlights from the press room!

Are You Ready For Marriage, Or Are You Rushing Into It?

YourTango — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:00:04 PST

We're happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, YourTango.

When I was a little girl I remember watching all the Disney Princess movies (You know the ones: Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Snow White, Aladdin… there seemed to be an endless supply), and I loved everything about those fairy tale stories-the handsome prince, the white dress, the cake, the pumpkin stagecoach, and the big castle to live happily ever after in-I always pictured my future playing out just like my favorite princesses. Doesn't every girl?

We all know the saying "first comes love, then comes marriage," and when you feel you've found your perfect match, you start to picture yourself eventually settling down. You see the future, you see building a strong and wonderful married life together, and even creating a family. You start imagining fairy tales and castles and Cinderella dresses . . .

But you know what? It's not that simple. I wish it were. There's a lot more to marriage than just the love you feel for one another. The Beatles' might have said, "All you need is love," but real life doesn't work that way. Ever. Marriage requires effort.

Before you start calling up wedding coordinators and venues, before you start looking for a dress and picking out a cake, put away your emotions long enough to ask yourself a few questions.

What makes this person The One?

Out of all the relationships you've been in, what makes this person the one for you? Answering this question is crucial to prevent yourself from entering a marriage for all the wrong reasons. Never pressure yourself with the idea that you may never have another opportunity to get married. There's always time. Your wedding is just one day while your marriage is for a lifetime.

When I met my husband's family for the first time I saw first hand how he treated his sisters. His sisters are 13 and 20 years younger than he is, and when I saw them together, I knew he'd be a great father. Among his other great qualities, that's what sealed the deal for me.

Do you share the same values?

Issues about careers, finances, raising children, discipline, sex, spending, religion, and values are the most important subjects that need to be addressed before you even think about engagement rings. If you can't plan for and effectively discuss these topics with your partner, you won't be able to merge your two lives together with any amount of success. If you don't feel comfortable bringing them up, then you're not ready to say, "I do."

When my husband and I started dating we talked about our personal values and beliefs. We found we shared more in common than either one of us thought. Coming from similar family backgrounds, we found it easy to envision a future together, and another way that made merging our lives together almost effortless.

Get more questions to ask yourself when you finish reading the rest of the story on YourTango: Are You Ready For Marriage, Or Are You Rushing Into It?

Written by Alisha Cornett for YourTango.