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Brad Pitt: Being With Angelina Jolie is a Natural Direction

Brad Pitt: Being With Angelina Jolie is a Natural Direction

Brad Pitt reveals just how much portraying the backwards-aging title character in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has colored his perspective on his varied life. Sitting down with the L.A. Times, Brad shares new insights:

On age versus youth: “Once you hit 40, you start reexamining the math of it all… I’ll trade wisdom for youth any day.”

On finding real love: “It’s a tragedy in the sense that any love involves loss, and that’s the risk you take. And the greater the love, the greater the loss. I certainly feel that now with the woman I’m with, and the children that I have. But whatever the course may be, this time together is extraordinary.”

On how being with Angelina Jolie changed his life: “I had a whole other life and I got to experience a lot. And I probably got away with more than I should. And it kind of ran its course, you know, it kind of hit a dead end. [Fatherhood is] the direction I always thought I would go in. But not until, with Angie and it felt like a natural evolution, a natural direction.”

On his work as an actor: “I don’t have to grope as much for the character… I can get there quicker, so it’s not as much trial and error. Also, as I get older, more experiences, I’m more fine-tuned in what I’m after, what I think speaks in the piece. And lastly I want to hurry and get home to my kids.”

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???? @ 12/29/2008 at 12:01 am Can somebody answer this 4 me @ 12/28/2008

We don’t have the answer. We had the same question after Mrs Pitt said it during BB premiere. All we have are old articles and from that material both Doug and Julie had three kids each.
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Hmmmmm, How about children of her Godson or daughter ?

When I thought that I could not admire Brad anymore then I already do…I have a whole new level of respect for him. Great movie, great acting, great everything. I just came back from seeing it and I must say I was so very much impressed. And so was Puff Daddy or Diddy because he along with his entourage happened to be at that showing in Miami Beach, FL and were mesmerized. I really hope that he wins an oscar, and golden globe for this movie. Wow Angie and Brad have really raised the bar, from their relationship, to their charities, humanitarian efforts, their children and their acting….man I really hope they continue on for many, many, many more years to come. I am a little teary eyed just writing about this. I never cared much for celebrities before but those two somehow have touched my heart and showed me a whole new perspective on how to approach life. This movie meant so much to me, it taught me many lessons. I hope many more people will see this wonderfully, diverse, sweet, yet sad, charming yet haunting, makes you laugh, smile and also cry masterpiece! A true work of genius!

Val @ 12/29/2008 at 2:45 am

When I thought that I could not admire Brad anymore then I already do…I have a whole new level of respect for him. Great movie, great acting, great everything. I just came back from seeing it and I must say I was so very much impressed. And so was Puff Daddy or Diddy because he along with his entourage happened to be at that showing in Miami Beach, FL and were mesmerized. I really hope that he wins an oscar, and golden globe for this movie. Wow Angie and Brad have really raised the bar, from their relationship, to their charities, humanitarian efforts, their children and their acting….man I really hope they continue on for many, many, many more years to come. I am a little teary eyed just writing about this. I never cared much for celebrities before but those two somehow have touched my heart and showed me a whole new perspective on how to approach life. This movie meant so much to me, it taught me many lessons. I hope many more people will see this wonderfully, diverse, sweet, yet sad, charming yet haunting, makes you laugh, smile and also cry masterpiece! A true work of genius!
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Thank you for the beautiful piece.

I hope people will keep on writing nice pieces about this movie. The fans should stay strong and not worry about box office competition knowing this movie played longer and was played in 700 less theaters. Thanks everyone that gave a nice review.

thanks
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Funny enough, I never thought this to be a competition between BB and the dog movie. I mean there is no comparison, on one hand you have a movie about a dog and how it interferes in the lives of a married couple and then you have Benjamin Button that is notably one of the best movie masterpieces thus far with A list actors, and is already being nominated for all type of prestigious awards! Sorry but they should compare the dog movie to others in the same caliber. Benjamin Button is in a league of its own….Sorry!

And I saw Doubt also, while meryl streep is great, Angie should get the Oscar because she came out of herself and played a totally different character and nailed it. Meryl Streep’s performance was nothing too out of character for me (even though I do love her work). But dare say that this is Brad and Angie’s time! I cannot wait!

Val @ 12/29/2008 at 3:09 am

thanks
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Funny enough, I never thought this to be a competition between BB and the dog movie. I mean there is no comparison, on one hand you have a movie about a dog and how it interferes in the lives of a married couple and then you have Benjamin Button that is notably one of the best movie masterpieces thus far with A list actors, and is already being nominated for all type of prestigious awards! Sorry but they should compare the dog movie to others in the same caliber. Benjamin Button is in a league of its own….Sorry!

And I saw Doubt also, while meryl streep is great, Angie should get the Oscar because she came out of herself and played a totally different character and nailed it. Meryl Streep’s performance was nothing too out of character for me (even though I do love her work). But dare say that this is Brad and Angie’s time! I cannot wait!
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Dare you say, val. Thanks again!

Good night everyone.

CELEBRITY DO-GOODERS
In the spotlight and helping others

We in the media are notoriously quick to jump on celebrities when they reveal their naughtier side. So as 2008 hurtles to a merciful close, let’s change things up a bit, and take a look at which stars have been the nicest.

Here are the Top 10 Celeb Do-Gooders of 2008 who most inspired the Do Something generation (25 and under) to want to make positive changes in their community, country and/or world, according to DoSomething.org:

3. Angelina Jolie: The pouty-lipped Mizz Pitt made two well-received films in 2008 — Wanted and The Changeling. But her most popular role is arguably Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations.

5. Brad Pitt: Mister Jolie is also a true humanitarian, working to increase AIDS awareness, to Make Poverty History, plus Make It Right (his org that builds sustainable houses for hurricane survivors in New Orleans).

http://www.miamiherald.com/entertainment/people/story/829465.html

Wow, lots of complaints on Marley and Me site:

I want a refund and an apology!
by dugwork (movies profile) Dec 27, 2008
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
The producers, distributers, marketing and rating folks involved with this movie ought to be ashamed of themselves. This movie was obviously targeted at young children, in an attempt to lure families at Christmas-time into theatres to watch PG family entertainment. Instead you get treated to sex jokes, castration jokes, humping jokes and a lot more that is totally inappropriate to a younger audience. We walked out after 30 minutes, and I apologized to my 4 and 6 year old for someone else’s horrible judgement. How this movie ever got a PG rating is a mystery. I would write some of the graphic material used in this movie as examples for you to see, but yahoo would probably censor it…..which shouldn’t be possible from a PG movie! Give it a PG-13 rating, and target it for the appropriate audience and you would have a so-so romantic comedy that would tank at the box office. I’ve seen a lot of crap movies in my time, but the gall of these people attached to this movie really takes the cake. Knowingly fleecing money from well intentioned families at Christmas by targeting little kids….next year expect coal!
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Don’t get tricked, go and watch CCOBB

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NY DAILY NEWS @ 12/29/2008 at 5:33 am

Celebrity predictions for 2009 . . .

1. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie will complete their “soccer team” of children by adopting David Beckham.

10. Maddox Jolie-Pitt will fight Rihanna for “best hair of ’09.” She will be pissed when he wins.

I love the maddox prediction.

piper, with a low @ 12/29/2008 at 5:41 am

Good morning, ladies…

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Since it’s a work day and it’s not likely that I will post again until after 4pm, I just wanted to drop this tidbit off.

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I have to get up early for work and I usually watch Early Today to ease into my morning. Anyway, apparently, a NBC news writer has an issue with ___ because when they previewed the segment about the holiday box office, the news anchor, Dan Kloephler (sp) read or said something like Apparently, giving whining interviews about ex-husband, Brad Pitt, and posing n**ude on magazine covers really do pay off at the box office.

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Oh snap!! :evil:

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Of course, it’s too much to expect the regular morning show anchors to take that stand, but that was wonderful to wake up to.

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Have a good day, ladies.

Lucky Benjamin Button @ 12/29/2008 at 6:05 am

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Warner Bros Pictures International launched The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett and hit the target with a number one result in Australia on $2.3m from 251 screens. The drama grossed $2.4m overall from 307 overseas screens.

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Lucky Benjamin Button @ 12/29/2008 at 6:07 am


Warner Bros Pictures International launched The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett and hit the target with a number one result in Australia on $2.3m from 251 screens. The drama grossed $2.4m overall from 307 overseas screens.

Orig Ruth @ 12/29/2008 at 6:10 am

piper, with a low @ 12/29/2008 at 5:41 am

Oh snap!!

is right! Dayum

That was funny ,thanks piper

Hey, JM.
GL, i can’t stand that dumb b/tch on jjb - sugarshaker something. Every time i see her post, i want to strangle her, i wish i can throw a brick on her head, but she’s in helmet.

solid @ 12/29/2008 at 6:34 am

You mean Sugar & Spice’s poster? I thought she was fan. Why? What did she say?

What? @ 12/29/2008 at 6:50 am

solid @ 12/29/2008 at 6:34 am

You mean Sugar & Spice’s poster? I thought she was fan. Why? What did she say?
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No, she’s not in major threads, she’s jump on all other JP and X themes, and spread bs. check out last Maniston thread “Man on the View”, she brings Brad in it.

she’s Cliniqua’s Nemesis. :-D

Missouri Fan @ 12/29/2008 at 8:16 am

GOOD MONDAY MORNING TO ALL THE JOLIE-PITT’S FANS AROUND THE WORLD !! ^_^

The theater was packed. The movie is excellent ! Brad is an excellent actor.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SOOPX !!
My everdearest cybersister!
Wishing you all the best on your special day .. HUGS & KISSES!
Hope you like the Birthday video I made for you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yq6GfHFIOk

Bye to you all.. gone to work

passing Through @ 12/28/2008 at 11:22 pm # 1065 alexanderina @ 12/28/2008 at 9:41 pm
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BTW: Congrats to your Eagles for making the playoffs. They put an hurting on the Cowboys
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The Eagles put a beat down on Dalls. That first half the Eagles’ offense was on fire and the second half the defense put an exclamation point on the victory. Your Giants better watch out because if the Eagles make it past Minnesota, as badly as the Giants have played the last 4 weeks, they’re going to be watching the NFC conference game and Super Bowl from their winter homes…
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They will have to get pass my Carolina Panthers before they get a shot at NY.

dina #1 @ 12/29/2008 at 12:29 am

4Q, did you notice Benjamin got jealous when Queenie said she was pregnant. I thought that was kind of cute.
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Yeah, that was cute. Well he knew thing would never be the same again. It was funny when he came back and the daughter asked Queenie who he was… :lol:

Passing Through @ 12/29/2008 at 9:31 am

# 1094 guli @ 12/28/2008 at 11:57 pm

Yo PT–as I am searching for the infamous “I slep with Brad the first night via a blind date our managers” I’m hitting great old articles…I won’t post them here but if you want to see them I’ll ship them over

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Thanks. I sent you an e-mail. That crap about X winning the lawsuit against the photog who snapped the pix of her nekkid sunbathing cracks me up. The judge should have said, “You’ve already sued one pap for the same thing, so why did you go back in your yard nekkid? Case dismissed!”

Happy birthday Soopx1 Aunt JoAnn, wish you all the happiness, love, health and wealth. Thanks Ate Char for sharing this warm & lovely video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yq6GfHFIOk

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