BeChicMag.com and Hilary Swank BeChicMag.com was front and center with Academy Award-winning actress Hilary Swank at the Amelia press conference on Friday. We sat only feet away from a Lockheed Electra- the actual aircraft used in the film. Swank plays Amelia Earhart- the first woman to fly across the Atlantic who in the summer of 1937 set off on her mission to fly solo around the world, a journey in which she foresaw to become one of the most talked about in history.
Fox Searchlight Pictures welcomed us at the Airbound Aviation at the Essex County Airport in New Jersey for a panel discussion with Hilary Swank, director Mira Nair, author Susan Butler of “East to the Dawn: The Life of Amelia Earhart,” author Elgen Long of “Amelia Earhart: The Mystery Solved,” and president of the Ninety-Nines Susan Larson. Hilary told us she read the authors’ books to get more familiar with Earhart.
“It’s a big responsibility to play someone who really lived and is iconic,” said Swank. It is important for Hilary to “get under the skin” of each character she plays in her films. Not only did she read the authors’ books and watched hours of footage on Amelia Earhart to perfect her accent, Hilary Swank also took flying lessons in trying to become more familiar with Earhart.
She describes flying as “euphoric” because it was like learning how to ride a bike; it was a first. “It takes all of our senses. You’re completely immersed. It’s dangerous, adventurous…all of the things that I love and think Amelia loved.” It is this attitude that director Mira Nair loves about Hilary. Nair says that like Amelia, Hilary is a “daredevil”. Hilary is willing to take risks and this is a passion she brings from within. This passion would be hard to direct in others because it wouldn’t come out so natural, but with Hilary, “it was real.”
Hilary says Amelia Earhart “lived her life the way she wanted to live it. [Amelia] made no apologies for saying this is my life; this is how I see it and how I want it to be done.” Like Amelia “you can live life the way you want it and find love and experience your dreams and have it all.”
Be sure to catch the story of this legendary woman when Amelia hits theaters on October 23rd. I want to end with a comment made by Hilary Swank when she described Amelia’s character. “You only live once- might as well be doing what you love.” I hope you’re all doing what you love, and staying chic while you’re at it! - Arleny Genao
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Last month I was named Best NY Latina Blogger- but here’s an opportunity for us to be recognized in the general market as well. Before we can officially be considered as candidates, we need your nominations. Please take a moment to nominate me and my site.
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Mercedes launched BeChicMag.com in September 2006 where she covers fashion, beauty and entertainment. She is also the host of the Web series BeChic TV where she interviews prominent experts in the industry. We have spoken with Vera Wang, actor John Leguizamo, Bravo’s Real Housewife of NYC Jill Zarin, author Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez of “The Dirty Girls Social Club,” Model Latina winner Jessica Caban, celebrity make-up artist Jackie Gomez, Project Runway’s Christian Siriano and many more!
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The day after our red carpet coverage and only one day before John Leguziamo’s latest film “The Ministers” was supposed to hit theaters in New York City, we learned via Facebook that the movie was pulled.
As his status, director and writer Franc. Reyes wrote, “The Magic Johnson Theater in Harlem and The AMC on 34th street after agreeing to run The Ministers, decided not to just to make more screens available for the Jamie Foxx and Paranormal Activity movies. They would rather play those two films in five screens than allowing us one. If it’s time for Latinos to “Stand Up,” I guess this would be it.“
Last we heard, supporters of “The Ministers” met at the Empire AMC Theaters earlier this evening to protest against AMC’s decision.
We sure hope “The Ministers” hits all theaters as soon as possible.
Contributing writer Delaila on her first red carpet coverage at the world premiere of John Leguizamo and Harvey Keitel’s latest film “The Ministers”….
Big things come in small packages. Although one of the smallest on the red carpet, I was definitely able to get the attention of many of the night’s stars. Latinos had a strong presence at last night’s premiere, and we were tweeting live from Lincoln Square. Actor/Singer Griselle De Valles- who has a song on the soundtrack of The Ministers- said it best. “If we want to see more people like us on the big screen, we need to start by supporting each other. We need to be part of what’s made for us by us.” When it was time to see the film, the audience consisted of family, cast members and many others who support director/writer Franc. Reyes.
The Ministers is a film about a New York City detective (Florencia Lozano) who seeks to avenge the person responsible for her father’s death. From the moment it begins, the film is action packed and intense.
John Leguizamo plays a twin in the film and makes it so believable! In a previous interview, Leguizamo exclusively told BeChicMag.com his take on playing a twin for the first time. Check out our one-on-one interview with Leguizamo and Reyes below. - Delaila Catalino
Finding one perfect purse that goes well with various occassions is challenging, but thanks to Baghaus.com we found a convertible bag that can be used three different ways! This Morgan Belle bag by Ebisu can be worn as a backpack, messenger or shoulder bag. And it can be all yours! (click the photos to enlarge)
Just follow us on Twitter.com/BeChicMag and in a few words tell us what the phrase “BeChic” means to you! Once we’ve reached our 1,000 mark, we’ll announce the winner. The convertible bag is made of high quality synthetic leather, has signature floral lining, zipper pockets, and is 16″ Wide x 15.5″ High x 4.25″ Deep. $60 value
Check out the following video by BagHaus.com explaining what makes this bag so cool and unique! And it can be all yours. To officially enter this giveaway, you must FOLLOW @BeChicMag on Twitter and tell us what “BeChic” means to you, and the brown bag could be yours!
BeChicMag.com was front and center with Academy Award-winning actress Hilary Swank at the Amelia press conference on Friday. We sat only feet away from a Lockheed Electra- the actual aircraft used in the film. Swank plays Amelia Earhart- the first woman to fly across the Atlantic who in the summer of 1937 set off on her mission to fly solo around the world, a journey in which she foresaw to become one of the most talked about in history.
She describes flying as “euphoric” because it was like learning how to ride a bike; it was a first. “It takes all of our senses. You’re completely immersed. It’s dangerous, adventurous…all of the things that I love and think Amelia loved.” It is this attitude that director Mira Nair loves about Hilary. Nair says that like Amelia, Hilary is a “daredevil”. Hilary is willing to take risks and this is a passion she brings from within. This passion would be hard to direct in others because it wouldn’t come out so natural, but with Hilary, “it was real.”
Hilary says Amelia Earhart “lived her life the way she wanted to live it. [Amelia] made no apologies for saying this is my life; this is how I see it and how I want it to be done.” Like Amelia “you can live life the way you want it and find love and experience your dreams and have it all.”
The day after our red carpet coverage and only one day before John Leguziamo’s latest film “The Ministers” was supposed to hit theaters in New York City, we learned via Facebook that the movie was pulled.
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