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#1

Idina in Ask The Dust (TRAILER)

This movie looks really interesting..set in LA in the30's. quite a cast! here's the trailer. enjoy and post thoughts!




Idina's star turn?

Updated On: 2/7/06 at 10:52 AM

#2

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It does look interesting. Who exactly does Idina play in the film? We barely see her in the trailer at all.
No one is alone.
#4

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I found this on IMDb about Idina's character:

She must be Vera Rivken, a woman with a tragic personal story (sorry,...i don't want to spoil it any more)who initiates Arturo to lovemaking.It's not a big part but it is crucial to the development of the story.

I don't recall her hiatus from Wicked being that long, like 8 days or something, I'm not surprised the role isn't massive.
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#5

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i was excited to see that Justin Kirk is in it. Yeah, i haven't read the book or anything. I saw that character description on IMDB too. It seemed as if her character was somehow wronged by Colin Farrell. who knows? either way, it looks as if the cinematographyshould be quite a treat.
#6

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The blonde is Justin Kirk, isn't it? Love him.

It looks interesting!
A work of art is an invitation to love.
#8

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Speaking of Angels in America, I saw Ben Shenkman last night, and wanted to go worship him. But I decided to do so from afar.

So anyway, Idina.
A work of art is an invitation to love.
#9

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hahaha yeah, back to idina. im interested to see this , as its a role she has no prior experience with.
#10

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She was gone from WICKED for 2 and half weeks I believe in the end of June, beginning of July 2004.
#12

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This looks really good. It was sad to see her cry though... (haha) I hope it does well- I'm going to go see it. Can't wait to hear more about it.
*Theres only us, theres only this, forget regret, or life is yours to miss- no other road no other way, NO DAY BUT TODAY! *
#13

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When is this coming out?
And I can't watch the trailer with my slow internet, so since this is in the 30's i read, does she wear a funky outfit? sorry, stupid questions...
#14

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Aw, great trailer! Can't wait to see it. Idina was gone from Wicked the first time I saw it, in July 2004, only about a week or two before Kristin's last. I saw Eden. Anyway, glad the movie (and Colin Ferrell) look really good :)

Edit: Yeah, I'm with bwayondabrain's question, when does it come out?

Updated On: 2/7/06 at 06:19 PM

#15

re: Idina in Ask The Dust (TRAILER)

It's being released on March 17th, 2006.

This movie looks good. Thanks for the trailer.
MARGARET: "Clara, stop that. That's illegal." - The Light in the Piazza

"I'm not in Bambi and I'm not blonde!" - Idina Menzel
#16

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Oh I thought it was March 10th- Thanks for the correction though- I would have looked so stupid!!!

Thanks Piazzaslight.
*Theres only us, theres only this, forget regret, or life is yours to miss- no other road no other way, NO DAY BUT TODAY! *
#18

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OK, thanks for the correction, BroadwayGirl107.


MARGARET: "Clara, stop that. That's illegal." - The Light in the Piazza

"I'm not in Bambi and I'm not blonde!" - Idina Menzel
#19

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OOOO I'm excited!!!
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#21

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Ebert & Dweebert gave it "thumbs down." In their review last week, they didn't even mention Idina. Neither did Entertainment Weekly, which thought slightly better of it than the thumbs police.

...It must not be that big of a part.
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#22

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Idina's role is pretty small. She's in a few scenes with Colin Farrell, but her presence is pivotal to his development as both a man and a writer.

The reviews for the film have been pretty mixed to negative (pretty to look at, but not much else...and I have to agree). Even though Ebert and Roeper may not have mentioned her, many reviews have and all have been overwhelmingly positive. A few examples:

"Idina Menzel ("Rent") is heartbreaking as the wounded soul who sweeps into Arturo's room like a Santa Ana, all devouring gaze."
The Hollywood Reporter

Menzel practically trembles with vulnerability; it makes you want to see her in films more often.
AP

Vera (a vivid Idina Menzel)
Rolling Stone

Menzel, best known for such theatrical credits as "Wicked" and "Rent," is so explosive in her relatively brief time on-screen that she threatens to overshadow the two stars.
Newsday

Idina Menzel (of Rent fame) pockets nearly every scene she's in as an eccentric woman obsessed with Farrell's character, delivering a performance that deftly spins its initial quirky, comic appeal on a dime into a more moving note of tragedy and sympathy.
Rocky Mountain News

Like the earthquake, Menzel's spirited performance briefly enlivens the movie. She and Farrell have more chemistry in their brief encounter than he and Hayek ever show.
San Francisco Chronicle
#24

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It's cute how so many Idina fans are calling this Idina's movie. She has a very small part. See it for Justin Kirk, not Idina! re: Idina in Ask The Dust (TRAILER) Long before Prior Walter, he was the adorable Bobby Brahms in Love! Valour! Compassion!
#25

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Oh, I meant to mention, that Justin Kirk's part is way smaller than Idina's even is. He really only has one brief scene that allows him to demonstrate any character development.
I don't think it's the kind of movie you would "see for him."

Updated On: 3/18/06 at 11:34 AM

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