Justine Ashley Costanza

Amos Kolleck has been working in the film industry since the mid-1980's. His vast directing credits include Goodbye, New York, Forever Lulu, and High Stakes. His latest creative venture, Chronicling a Crisis, is an intriguing foray into four remarkably different lives. A poignant spin on the average documentary, the uniquely constructed production provides a welcome departure from some of the trite commercial films in theaters.

It was just announced that Jennifer Lopez will tour with hunky pop sensation Enrique Iglesias. Their concert are sure to provide some sultry and appealing performances! The Latin sensations are known for their show stopping numbers and catchy dance tracks. Since her first single If You Had My Love debuted, Jenny From the Block has performed steamy dance routines at awards shows and on tour.

Ian Somerhalder has been a smoldering TV sensation for quite a few years now. After heating it up with co-star (and real life love) Nina Dobrev for three seasons of The Vampire Diaries, Somerhalder has stepped up his charity work.

Fifty Shades of Grey's immense popularity may be attributed to its dashing male character Christian Grey. The 27-year old billionaire is sexy, intelligent, and confident. He also remarkably cultured, enjoying fine wine, classical music, and eye-catching art work.

Britney Spears has reportedly sold her Beverly Hills home for $4.25 million. The pop-princess has been trying to sell the mansion since 2008.Though the price of the sale is quite high, it's nothing compared to the value of other celebrity homes.

Fifty Shades of Grey has quickly become an erotic phenomenon. Not only has the series appealed to women of all walks of life, it has revolutionized the publishing industry. What started as fanfiction by E.L James eventually developed into a self-published e-book trilogy.

Artistic savant James Franco has displayed an aptitude for juggling creative projects. The actor, director, screenwriter, novelist, scholar, and adjunct professor is the epitome of the hipster intellectual.

One of the reasons the poignant urban drama Babygirl is such a strong film is its remarkable cast. Among its members are Yainis Ynoa and Joshua Rivera.

At the Tribeca Film Festival this year, two standout movies portray Latino communities in ways that have seldom been done before. Lucy Mulloy's Una Noche follows three Cuban teens who flee their homeland on a raft, while Macdara Vallely's BabyGirl focuses on the relationship between a Puerto Rican teen and her mother.

One of the most distinguished films at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York this year is Cheerful Weather for the Wedding. Set in 1932 England, the film centers on a bride's gloomy wedding day.

The film Hysteria may inflict just that. The film centers on the invention of the vibrator in Victorian England! If you think its logline is intriguing, wait until you see the film. The way in which the sex toy became introduced to the public is undeniably funny.

At last year's Sundance Film Festival, two films that stood out were Martha Marcy May Marlene and The Sound of My Voice. Both film's offer a look inside what has been branded as something to fear. While Martha Marcy is about recovering from cult life, Sound of My Voice focus on the process of joining one.

When it comes to scary movies, sometimes eerie subtlety can rival the goriest slasher film. That is definitely the case when it comes to Alex Karpovsky's Rubberneck, a twisted tale of obsession.

On Thanksgiving Day in 1999, 5-year-old Elian Gonzalez was rescued by a fisherman in the Miami waters. The boy and his mother were fleeing communist Cuba by raft when it sank. His mother, like many who make the dangerous journey, did not survive. Gonzalez lived with relatives in Miami until he was taken at gunpoint by federal agents.

In an attempt to shed his image as a tween sensation, Robert Pattinson has teamed with body horror filmmaker David Cronenberg for the steamy thriller Cosmopolis. The film follows a day in the life of a philandering millionaire who encounters a slew of strange distractions during a NYC limo ride.

In his newest documentary Mansome, Morgan Spurlock (who directed the Oscar nominated hit Super-Size Me), explores the rising popularity of male grooming. Though the film, which debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival this week, is largely non-fiction, it features hilarious scenes with film stars, such as Paul Rudd, Jason Bateman, and Will Arnett. One well known comedic actor that shares his insights on facial hair is Zach Galifianakis.

Rob Lowe is no stranger to political plot lines. The actor starred in the series The West Wing and in such sardonic indies as Thank You For Smoking. Now the actor has taken on the role of a governmental spin doctor in Knife Fight. The film debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival this week and has already been generating buzz for its clever portrayal of back stage political drama.

Those that have seen footage from the Occupy Wall Street movement have no doubt been shocked by the unfathomable treatment of protesters. For months, those that camped out in pursuit social equality were treated as criminals. Some of the police brutality captured evoked moments of the Civil Rights Movement.

The 2012 Cannes Film Festival is on the horizon! Last Thursday the films set to be featured during the festival were announced. The inpressive line-up includes On the Road, Cosmopolis, and Killing Them Softly.

Johny Depp has been a film sensation since the 1980's but his status as a global phenomenon was cemented after the release of Pirates of the Caribbean. Since then he has managed to be a respected actor and one of the most desired men on the planet. With two new film roles generating buzz, Depp is giving fans a couple of major reasons to head to the theater.

This year's Tribeca Film Festival line-up features the work of 33 first time directors. The festival is known for elevating the careers of emerging filmmakers by provided them with a platform in one of the most film friendly cities in the world; New York.

Downton Abbey has no doubt sparked an interest in principles and practices of upper crust English society. Cheerful Weather For a Wedding is the perfect antidote to Downton limbo. Filled with romantic camera angles and elegant cinematography, Cheerful Weather is a rare old fashioned love story.

Jason Statham has proven to be one of the most alluring action stars of his generation. After notable roles in such films as Lock Stock and Two Smokin Barrels and The Transporter, the British actor has managed to appeal to male and female audiences alike, a rare quality in a cinematic hero. In his new film Safe, Statham displays a gentler side of himself.

It may be argued that James Franco's real life persona mirrors that of a soap opera character. He's an education addict who writes, acts, directs, paints, and has buried his heartthrob image one head scratching project at a time. When the hipster/scholar decided that he wanted to act on General Hospital, many were perplexed.

The 2012 Tribeca Film Festival is currently featuring a wide range of intriguing documentaries. The festival's selections such as The List and Searching For Sugar Man are allowing innovative cinematic voices to emerge. For documentary filmmaker Ondi Timoner, her work being honored at the Sundance Film Festival proved to be life altering.

April 24th marks World Book Day, a celebration of authors and books that is recognized by 100 counties. Though it is commonly associated with youngsters, the fun event serves as a reminder to all that reading is an indispensable part of human development. This is particularly true for women, who often seek comfort in tales of romance and forays into feminine desires.

A new film bible has just been released that delves into the essentials of filmmaking. Make Your Movie: What You Need to Know About the Business and Politics of Filmmaking offers indispensable guidance when it comes to developing your own creative ventures. The information contained perfectly complements what film schools cover.

Films seldom feature a dynamic female lead but rather present one note women with few distinguishing traits. In Free Samples, Jillian (the talented Jess Weixler) serves as an appealingly sketched anti-heroine. The fact that she is confused, unsure of her vocation, and emotional impaired, makes her strikingly realistic.

There are several films premiering at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival in New York -- but only one features both Jason Ritter and Jesse Eisenberg (the two reigning kings of indie adorableness): Free Samples.