With the film Swing Vote arriving in theaters this Friday, a small viral campaign has hit The Tube -- featuring a number of smear ads from both men running for president in the flick. See, Swing Vote stars Kevin Costner as a dude who, thanks to ...

Michael Madsen received his best ever acting advice from a dog. The 'Reservoir Dogs' actor says performing alongside the animal in a stage production allowed him to understand whether or not he was giving a good performance.

Here's who's on the late night shows tonight. Charlie Rose: Don Keough The Daily Show: Dennis Hopper The Colbert Report: Lucas Conley and Apples in Stereo The Late Show with David Letterman: Seth Rogen and Fleet Foxes Jay Leno: Ben Stiller and The Jonas Brothers Jimmy Kimmel Live: Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Mel B., and Does It Offend You Yeah? ...

Mo 8/4: Dennis Hopper Tu 8/5: Seth Rogan We 8/6: Sen. Chuck Schumer Th 8/7: David Gregory

Seen on: July 27, 2008 The players: Director: Joshua Michael Stern, Writers: Joshua Michael Stern, Jason Richman, Cast: Kevin Costner, Dennis Hopper, Nathan Lane, Kelsey Grammer, Stanley Tucci Facts of interest: Stern's next project is "King Lear." The plot: The outcome of the presidential election comes down to one man's vote (Costner). Our quick thoughts: Are you ready to ...

I’m about ready to head out to the theater to see Joshua Michael Stern’s comedy “Swing Vote,” but before I leave, let’s take a brief look at what the Web’s critics have to say about the new film starring Kevin Costner, Denis Hopper, Kelsey Grammer and Madeline Carroll. As usual, click on the names below to read the full reviews. Our review will follow later today. • James Rocchi at ...

Here are the theatrical releases for Friday August 1, 2008. And another slow week. SWING VOTE - Kevin Costner has to decide between voting for Kelsey Grammar and Dennis Hopper. Interesting casting, since both Grammar and Hopper are Republicans in real life. I know it is hip to bash Costner but FANDANGO, BULL DURHAM, FIELD OF DREAMS, OPEN RANGE, I still like him. THE MUMMY: TOMB OF THE ...

Kris Tapley is "not big on" the idea that Johnny Depp may play The Riddler in the next Batman film, and frankly, I agree. Since when did villains overshadow the superheroes themselves? Vulture interviews Tarantino mainstay Michael Madsen about his possible involvement in "Inglorious Bastards." Speaking of which, if Quentin doesn't end up casting Eddie Murphy (which has been rumored ...

Photo: Getty Images With news swirling about studio suitors for Quentin Tarantino's long-gestating, Nazi-scalping WWII epic Inglorious Bastards — which he's famously promised to cast, shoot, and edit in time for next year's Cannes Film Festival — we spoke Tuesday to the only actor who was ever "confirmed" to appear in the film (in the role of "Babe Buchinsky," a part that no ...

SWING VOTE Release Date: 8/1/08 The Story: In the closest election in history, Bud Johnson’s (Kevin Costner) vote didn’t count. He alone will determine the results of the election. The problem is that he barely even knows who’s running (Kelsey Grammar and Dennis Hopper). Kevin Costner may be an ass in real life, but he’s one of those engaging movie stars that I find charming. If you can’t ...

The basic scenario behind Swing Vote makes for an easy pitch: An average American ( Kevin Costner ) winds up in the position of casting the deciding vote in a presidential election. Both candidates (played by Kelsey Grammer and Dennis Hopper ) fly into town and try to woo him. It's a simple premise clearly aimed at exploring the various quirks of the political process. However, although it ...

Kevin Costern's Swing Vote is getting into the viral marketing game, recently releasing these campaign videos for the two guys running for president in the movie, Donald Greenleaf (Dennis Hopper) and Andrew Boone (Kelsey Grammer).   I can understand them seeing the awesome Tropic Thunder viral campaign and wanting to compete, but this is just sad. I'm pretty sure viral ...

Do you already feel the election heat? If not, you may want to check out Joshua Michael Stern’s comedy “Swing Vote” in theaters this weekend. In the film, the result of the U.S. presidential election accidentally comes down to one man’s vote. Kevin Costner, Madeline Carroll, Kelsey Grammer, Dennis Hopper, Nathan Lane and Stanley Tucci star. Below, you can check out five brand-new clips from ...