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Star Movies & Star Movies Select HD to air ‘Whiplash’ and ‘Fantastic Four’

MUMBAI: Films have always had the power to have audiences live in a world other than their own. It seeks to be a form of a dream, an experience that showcases a life through multiple genres, be it action, romance, drama, comedy and even horror. Keeping the very same dream alive by unraveling unique stories, Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD bring forth two films that have influenced the audience in their own unique ways, the unforgettable modern classic, Whiplash and acompletely fresh perspective on the classic superhero franchise, Fantastic Four.

Whiplash will air on 14 May at 9 pm whereas Fantastic Four will be broadcasted on 15 May at 1 pm with a repeat telecast t 9 pm.

On Saturday, 14 May, Star Movies Select HD brings to us an exhilarating drama from ayoung American Director Damien Chazelle – a tale that challenges the common portrayals of a relationship between a mentor andhis student. The story of Whiplash portrays the clash between the passion of a 19 year old drummer and the obsession of an eccentric mentor – Terence Fletcher. It’s no wonder that J.K. Simmons who played the conductor went on to win an Academy Award for his performance. The movie went on to win a total of 87 awards in 2015.

On Sunday, 15 May prepare yourself to face an unstoppable force with four accidental superheroes fighting to save the Earth, on the television premiere of Fantastic Four. This story is a stark departure for one of the most popular franchise as it showcases a fresh perspective to the famed superheroes.

May 10, 2016
Star Movies Select HD to air ‘Boyhood’ on 12 March

MUMBAI: Star Movies Select, India’s preferred destination for riveting stories is bringing viewers a breathtaking coming-of-age drama Boyhood in a television premiere on 12 March 2016 at 9 pm.

A film that swept the critic’s choice awards in last year, Boyhood is a true work of cinematic art that saw 12 pain-staking years in the making. Director Richard Linklater captured the real-time experience of a boy growing up thus chronicling all of the events in the protagonists Mason’s life from the age of 6 through to18.

The film is an unparalleled gesture of a director’s love and dedication to cinema as well as that of the entire cast that set aside time from each year over the last dozen years to make what eventually turned into a masterpiece.

March 12, 2016
Star Movies Select HD to air ‘Boyhood’ on 12 March

MUMBAI: Star Movies Select, India’s preferred destination for riveting stories is bringing viewers a breathtaking coming-of-age drama Boyhood in a television premiere on 12 March 2016 at 9 pm.

A film that swept the critic’s choice awards in last year, Boyhood is a true work of cinematic art that saw 12 pain-staking years in the making. Director Richard Linklater captured the real-time experience of a boy growing up thus chronicling all of the events in the protagonists Mason’s life from the age of 6 through to18.

The film is an unparalleled gesture of a director’s love and dedication to cinema as well as that of the entire cast that set aside time from each year over the last dozen years to make what eventually turned into a masterpiece.

March 12, 2016
88th Academy Awards: Where and when can India tune in?

MUMBAI: It’s that time of the year again when movie buffs across the globe stay glued to their television screens to celebrate Hollywood’s best. Yes, it’s Oscar time! No matter, which part of the world you are in, if you have a flair for international cinema, the Oscars is a singular event you wait an entire year for and dare not miss it. That goes for the Hollywood fans in India as well.

The 88th Academy Awards will be held on 29 February at the Dolby Theatre, Hollywood in Los Angeles at 5:30 pm PST. Those in India can catch the show live at the wee hours of the morning at 5:30 am on Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD.

And in case you’re not a morning person you can tune in again to either of the channels at 8:30 pm for a repeat telecast of the awards.

For the digital audience — be it early commuters, people who can’t be in front of a TV due to circumstances and even those who have long forsaken television — start flipping tables, Star India’s OTT platform Hotstar will also stream the Oscars live at the same time.

Hotstar will also let viewers catch the Oscars main event after 29 February with Red Carpet Moments, Thank you clips, high-points, best speeches as well as behind the scenes footage from 1 – 13 March.

Last to last year there was a general disagreement when Hollywood actor Leonardo Dicaprio failed to bag the Oscar for best actor for The Wolf Of Wall Street and his Indian fans took to social media to express their disappointment. This year, even as Dicaprio is yet again nominated for his performance in The Revenant, the expectation and anticipation levels are sky high.

Some of the movies nominated for the Best Picture this year are The Big Short, Bridge of Spies, Brooklyn, Mad Max: Fury Road, The Martian, Room and Spotlight.

February 27, 2016
88th Academy Awards: Where and when can India tune in?

MUMBAI: It’s that time of the year again when movie buffs across the globe stay glued to their television screens to celebrate Hollywood’s best. Yes, it’s Oscar time! No matter, which part of the world you are in, if you have a flair for international cinema, the Oscars is a singular event you wait an entire year for and dare not miss it. That goes for the Hollywood fans in India as well.

The 88th Academy Awards will be held on 29 February at the Dolby Theatre, Hollywood in Los Angeles at 5:30 pm PST. Those in India can catch the show live at the wee hours of the morning at 5:30 am on Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD.

And in case you’re not a morning person you can tune in again to either of the channels at 8:30 pm for a repeat telecast of the awards.

For the digital audience — be it early commuters, people who can’t be in front of a TV due to circumstances and even those who have long forsaken television — start flipping tables, Star India’s OTT platform Hotstar will also stream the Oscars live at the same time.

Hotstar will also let viewers catch the Oscars main event after 29 February with Red Carpet Moments, Thank you clips, high-points, best speeches as well as behind the scenes footage from 1 – 13 March.

Last to last year there was a general disagreement when Hollywood actor Leonardo Dicaprio failed to bag the Oscar for best actor for The Wolf Of Wall Street and his Indian fans took to social media to express their disappointment. This year, even as Dicaprio is yet again nominated for his performance in The Revenant, the expectation and anticipation levels are sky high.

Some of the movies nominated for the Best Picture this year are The Big Short, Bridge of Spies, Brooklyn, Mad Max: Fury Road, The Martian, Room and Spotlight.

February 27, 2016
Star Movies & Star Movies Select HD line-up movies leading up to Oscars

MUMBAI: The Oscars are just round the corner and Star India’s English movies channels will celebrate the month by airing award winning movies.

Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD will also showcase the Oscars live at 5:30 am with a repeat telecast at 8:30 pm on 29 February, 2016.

Star Movies will also showcase blockbusters with Oscar Fever from 15 February to 27 February at 6:30 pm with movies like Life of Pi, Aliens, Titanic, Die Hard, Gladiator, etc.

The Oscars movie fest will begin with three blockbuster premieres that will be simulcast on Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD. The line-up will include the Meryl Streep starrer Into the Woods, which will be aired on 13 February at 6:30 pm and Wild premiering on 20 February at 6:30 pm.

The channels will also air movies like Gone Girl, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Black Swan, The Sound of Music and Braveheart amongst others.

The two channels will also showcase moments from the 88th Academy Awards’ after party on 30 February.

February 9, 2016
Star Movies & Star Movies Select HD line-up movies leading up to Oscars

MUMBAI: The Oscars are just round the corner and Star India’s English movies channels will celebrate the month by airing award winning movies.

Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD will also showcase the Oscars live at 5:30 am with a repeat telecast at 8:30 pm on 29 February, 2016.

Star Movies will also showcase blockbusters with Oscar Fever from 15 February to 27 February at 6:30 pm with movies like Life of Pi, Aliens, Titanic, Die Hard, Gladiator, etc.

The Oscars movie fest will begin with three blockbuster premieres that will be simulcast on Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD. The line-up will include the Meryl Streep starrer Into the Woods, which will be aired on 13 February at 6:30 pm and Wild premiering on 20 February at 6:30 pm.

The channels will also air movies like Gone Girl, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Black Swan, The Sound of Music and Braveheart amongst others.

The two channels will also showcase moments from the 88th Academy Awards’ after party on 30 February.

February 9, 2016
Star Movies & Star Movies Select HD to premiere ‘Birdman’

MUMBAI: Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD will premiere the wildly loved movie Birdman on 6 February 2016 at 6:30 pm.

The movie will be simulcast on both the channels.

The dark comedy follows the story of a middle aged actor at a moment in his career to make a comeback.

The cast of the movie includes Zach Galifianakis, Edward Norton, Andrea Riseborough, Amy Ryan, Emma Stone and Naomi Watts.

The movie has gained recognitions at the 87th Academy Awards, as Birdman won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography.

The marketing idea for the premiere of Birdman was adapted from the idea of the film that focuses on the protagonist’s tussle with his alter ego.

Additionally, the channels will also simulcast the Oscars live on 29 February at 5:30 am and a repeat at 8:30 pm. In the run-up to the Oscars, Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD will also be airing the movies that were nominated and appreciated at the Academy Awards over the years.

February 3, 2016
Star Movies & Star Movies Select HD to premiere ‘Birdman’

MUMBAI: Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD will premiere the wildly loved movie Birdman on 6 February 2016 at 6:30 pm.

The movie will be simulcast on both the channels.

The dark comedy follows the story of a middle aged actor at a moment in his career to make a comeback.

The cast of the movie includes Zach Galifianakis, Edward Norton, Andrea Riseborough, Amy Ryan, Emma Stone and Naomi Watts.

The movie has gained recognitions at the 87th Academy Awards, as Birdman won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography.

The marketing idea for the premiere of Birdman was adapted from the idea of the film that focuses on the protagonist’s tussle with his alter ego.

Additionally, the channels will also simulcast the Oscars live on 29 February at 5:30 am and a repeat at 8:30 pm. In the run-up to the Oscars, Star Movies and Star Movies Select HD will also be airing the movies that were nominated and appreciated at the Academy Awards over the years.

February 3, 2016
Star Movies Select HD to premiere of ‘I Am Ali’

MUMBAI: Staying true to its promise of bringing 365 days 365 stories, Star Movies Select HD brings to you the inspiring story of boxing’s biggest legend in its tradition of showcasing an unreleased movie every month. This tradition entails the channel to showcase films with an exceptional story that have not been released in India. It’s targeted to viewers who are inquisitive about unique titles and want to watch movies that no one in the country has seen so far. Keeping with the tradition, Star Movies Select HD presents the life altering story of the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali with the airing of I am Ali on 9 January 2016, at 9 pm.

Star movies Select HD has also celebrated this tradition with an Unreleased Movie Festival in November earlier this year showcasing exclusive movies such as Cuban Fury, Alan Partridge, Endless Love, Better Living Through Chemistry, Savannah, I Give it A Year. The festival returns in the month of March 2016 much to the delight of the ardent movie lovers.

Premiering for the first time in India, I am Ali gives an intimate and heart-warming look at the man behind the legend – as we’ve never seen him before. Told through exclusive, unprecedented access to Ali’s personal archive of ‘audio journals’ combined with touching interviews and testimonials from his family and friends, including legends of the boxing community such as Mike Tyson, George Foreman and Gene Kilroy.

Prior to Muhammad Ali, boxers were seen, not heard. As Clare Lewin shows, Ali had the repartee of a comedian. He was effortlessly witty and perceptive. Lewins and her team have researched their documentary diligently. They have tracked down some wonderful stills and archive footage, and interviewed many people very close to Ali. They use music inventively and strike a brisk tempo, cutting between the talking head interviews, old footage and audio recordings. ‘I Am Ali’ reminds us of his wisecracking humor, his courage, and that mix of grace and intelligence that ultimately won over almost everyone with whom he came into contact. Muhammad Ali transcends his sport and remains, indisputably, the greatest personality in boxing history.

January 4, 2016