Stories tagged with "rags to riches"

Anthem sued over denial of transplant by indystar

California man, given OK by insurer there, says it wouldn’t cover liver surgery in Indiana Ephram Nehme was gravely ill when Anthem Blue Cross of California agreed to pay for... – Oct 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Business

Renaissance man Mel Simon did it his way by Will Higgins

Pacers co-owner’s upbeat funeral reflects diverse achievements In death as in life, Mel Simon got what he wanted: a celebratory funeral — a large crowd, some laughs, no... – Sep 19, 2009 at 1:01 AM in Business

MC Hammer opens his home to viewers in new reality show by USA Today

Somewhere between the semi-snarky plotlines of Gene Simmons Family Jewels and the acrimonious matrimonial discord of Jon Kate Plus 8, a '90s rap star has carved out a family... – Jun 11, 2009 at 9:39 PM in Entertainment

Lead duo shine in 'Rudo y Cursi' by USA Today

It's a pleasure to watch the chemistry and engaging humor between actors who clearly enjoy each other's company.Such is the case with the Mexican stars of Rudo y Cursi, Gael Garcia... – May 07, 2009 at 6:04 PM in Entertainment

'Slumdog' child actors return to heroes' welcome by USA Today

MUMBAI, India — The child stars of the Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire returned to India on Thursday to a chaotic but rousing heroes' welcome.Hundreds of well-wishers... – Feb 26, 2009 at 9:46 AM in Entertainment

Danny Boyle's `Slumdog Millionaire' wins DGA honor by The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "Slumdog Millionaire" continued its rags-to-riches march through Hollywood's awards season as its filmmaker, Danny Boyle, won the top honor Saturday... – Jan 31, 2009 at 12:31 PM in Entertainment

`Slumdog Millionaire' snags top producer award by The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "Slumdog Millionaire" scored the top award from the Producers Guild of America on Saturday, building more momentum for the rags-to-riches drama in the... – Jan 25, 2009 at 2:02 AM in Entertainment

'Benjamin Button' leads Oscars with 13 nominations by indystar

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — The romantic fantasy “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” led Academy Awards contenders Thursday with 13 nominations, among them best picture and acting... – Jan 22, 2009 at 9:02 AM in News

India celebrates 10 'Slumdog' Oscar nominations by The Associated Press

MUMBAI, India (AP) -- India's film industry basked Friday in the glow of 10 Oscar nominations for "Slumdog Millionaire" as the rags-to-riches story finally hit theaters to... – Jan 22, 2009 at 8:32 AM in Entertainment

`Button' rules Oscars, Batman's a bridesmaid by The Associated Press

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) -- "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" is the Academy Awards heavyweight with 13 nominations, yet the shadow of Batman loomed large with the... – Jan 22, 2009 at 1:01 AM in Entertainment

Once an underdog, `Slumdog' is now a heavyweight by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- In May, "Slumdog Millionaire" appeared headed for that shameful scrap heap of movies: a direct-to-video release.But with the film's four-award sweep at... – Jan 12, 2009 at 6:31 PM in Entertainment

Critics' final answer: `Slumdog' wins 5 awards by The Associated Press

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) - The critics have spoken, and “Slumdog Millionaire” is their final answer.The rags-to-riches tale won a leading five prizes, including... – Jan 08, 2009 at 4:47 PM in Entertainment

Nolan nabs directing nomination for `Dark Knight' by The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "The Dark Knight" has landed a Directors Guild of America nomination for filmmaker Christopher Nolan.The guild's best-director nominees Thursday also... – Jan 08, 2009 at 1:46 PM in Entertainment

'Slumdog' named best picture at UK film awards most recent comment by Ben Neff

Has anyone here seen “Waltz With... – Jan 07, 2009 at 11:57 AM

`Dark Knight' vies for Producers Guild best pic by The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Batman blockbuster "The Dark Knight," slighted in earlier Hollywood honors, was among best-picture nominees Monday for the Producers Guild of... – Jan 05, 2009 at 3:01 PM in Entertainment

Critics pick 'Waltz With Bashir' as best '08 film by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — “Waltz With Bashir,” a groundbreaking animated documentary about Israel’s 1982 invasion of Lebanon, won the National Society of Film... – Jan 03, 2009 at 6:02 PM in Entertainment

`Slumdog' far from underdog with SAG win by The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "Slumdog Millionaire" continued its unlikely rise from low-budget underdog to the highest Hollywood heights, winning the Screen Actors Guild Award for... – Dec 18, 2008 at 9:32 AM in Entertainment