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The gangster of Hollywood
FEATURE. Johnny Depp doesn’t know what time it is. Though he technically calls an adorable village in France home and owns an island in the Caribbean, the mercurial actor spends so much time working that his internal clock is all out of whack.
 
 
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Directorial debut is a shot at the ‘Moon’
INTERVIEW. When directors are limited to a $5 million budget and a 33-day shooting schedule, they usually won’t do anything too arduous — especially for their first films. But director Duncan Jones, 37, tells us that he “wanted to do something with ambition” for his debut flick. So instead, Jones, who is the son of David Bowie, decided to make the sci-fi adventure “Moon,” which opens Friday. The affable Brit explains how.
 
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The Beckhams’ island getaway
GOSSIP. According to the Sun, David Beckham is planning a trip to Necker Island, Richard Branson’s private island hideaway, to celebrate his 10th wedding anniversary with Victoria Beckham. And the best part? It only costs $51,000 a night to have the whole island to themselves.
 
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Bale does light-lifting
 MOVIES. Christian Bale is more relaxed than usual, and with good reason. The heavy lifting in promoting his latest film, “Public Enemies,” falls to Johnny Depp. For once, the success or failure of the movie doesn’t rest on Bale’s shoulders. There’s no talk of on-set outbursts or franchise potential. And for that, he’s grateful — and cheerful.
 
Published 21:26, November the 6th, 2007
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Bang Camaro rock their “rock star” lids, courtesy of Labels Are For Jars. Bang Camaro rock their “rock star” lids, courtesy of Labels Are For Jars. 
 

Local charity talks through its hat

... and rock stars and skiers listen

INTERVIEW. Boston’s 20+ piece rock choir Bang Camaro is an unstoppable force, and by all accounts musician and pro skier Marc-Andre Belliveau of Teton Gravity Research — an athlete who didn’t let a little thing like getting paralyzed in a skiing accident stop him from getting back up the mountain — is, too. The two join forces next weekend for an event for a local charity called Labels Are For Jars. Metro spoke with Labels’ Tracy Murphy.

What exactly is the mission of Labels Are For Jars?
Labels Are For Jars is the brainchild of a team that includes comedian Conan O’Brien, MLB-All-Star Sean Casey, brand imaging guru Mike Toth and Father Paul B. O’Brien. Our mission is to raise money to feed the hungry by selling thought provoking T-shirts that shine a spotlight on societal labeling.

How is it different in its approach from other charity organizations?
There is a very tangible result to our efforts. 100 percent of the funds raised by Labels Are For Jars goes directly to the Cor Unum Meal Center [in Lawrence], which provides nutritious meals to hungry people every day. We have no paid employees and operate solely by volunteer support.

You use controversial slogans on the T-shirts and winter hats you design. You’ve got a special “rock star” design for the band Bang Camaro.
Labels’ gear is purposefully meant to catch people’s attention and to start a dialogue about societal labeling. Some people get it, some people don’t. Bang Camaro got it and they have been extremely supportive of our efforts. ... The “rock star” label is a tribute to the band’s efforts on and offstage. They are on the cutting edge not just of music, but of helping to eliminate hunger in this country.

What are some of the other entertainment highlights people can look forward to next weekend?
The ‘rock star’ label debuts at the screening of TGR’s latest epic film, “Lost and Found,” as part of the Labels Are For Jars Holiday Gift Campaign, which encourages socially conscious giving. The screening will feature live music sets from Bang Camaro and the Marc-Andre Belliveau Band.

Labels Are For Jars Benefit
Friday, Nov. 16
The Roxy
279 Tremont St., Boston
MBTA: Green Line to Boylston
$20, 617-338-7699
www.roxyplex.com
 

 
 
Music
MMMpod
The June edition of MMMpod features an interview with Perry Farrell on getting Jane's Addiction back together, as well as a talk with actor Ed Helms about his love/hate relationship with a capella music. We also have new music from Phoenix, Magic Magic, Lady Sovereign, and a classic from Booker T. & the MGs. As always, there's a chance to win a whole lot of free music.
 
 
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