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Portman, Natalie

Natalie Portman was discovered in a pizza parlor at age 11, and has been working in films ever since. Besides her role as Padme Amidala in "Star Wars," Natalie has starred in films such as "Where the Heart Is" and "Anywhere But Here."

Natalie Portman Discusses "V for Vendetta"

Natalie Portman and Joel Silver on making the "V for Vendetta" movie, the London bombings, Alan Moore, and remaining faithful to the source material.

Natalie Portman Interview - "Closer"

Natalie Portman talks about "Closer," her nude scene, the end of "Star Wars," and pole dancing.

Natalie Portman Joins "Thor"

(July 2009) Marvel Studios just announced the addition of Natalie Portman to the cast of "Thor," the action movie centering around the hammer-wielding Norse warrior.

Natalie Portman Battles Zombies

(Dec 2009) Jane Austen's classic tale, "Pride and Prejudice," has had many big screen treatments, the latest being the 2005 Oscar nominated adaptation starring Keira Knightley and directed by Joe Wright. But the prior film adaptations didn't have zombies or Natalie Portman.

"My Blueberry Nights" Attracts a Big Name Cast

Wong Kar Wai's first English-language movie, "My Blueberry Nights," is filling out. Kevin Spacey and Ed Harris are in talks with Norah Jones, Natalie Portman, Rachel Weisz and Jude Law signed on to "My Blueberry Nights."

Natalie Portman's Set to Star in "Wuthering Heights"

(April 2008) Natalie Portman will star in "Wuthering Heights" directed by John Maybury and based on the novel by Emily Bronte.

Natalie Portman Interview - "Garden State"

Natalie Portman discusses "Garden State," comedy, "Star Wars Episode III," and director Mike Nichols.

"Brothers" Photos

Gallery of photos from the movie "Brothers" starring Tobey Maguire, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Natalie Portman.

"My Blueberry Nights" Photos

Gallery of photos from the movie "My Blueberry Nights" starring Natalie Portman, Jude Law, Rachel Weisz, Norah Jones, and David Strathairn.

"Goya's Ghosts" Photo Gallery

Gallery of photos from the movie "Goya's Ghosts" featuring photos of Javier Bardem, Natalie Portman and Stellan Skarsgard.

"Closer" Photo Gallery

Gallery of photos from the Sony Pictures movie "Closer," featuring Julia Roberts, Jude Law, Clive Owen and Natalie Portman.

"The Other Boleyn Girl" Photo Gallery

Gallery of photos from the Columbia Pictures movie, "The Other Boleyn Girl," starring Natalie Portman and Scarlett Johansson.

"Star Wars Episode III" Photos

Gallery of photos from the Lucasfilm and 20th Century Fox movie, "Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith," starring Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman, and Ewan McGregor.

"Garden State" Photo Gallery

Gallery of production photos from "Garden State," starring Natalie Portman and Zach Braff.

"Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones" Movie Review

It's all about the love in George Lucas' newest "Star Wars." Here's my take on the film, from a non-fanatic's point of view.

"Star Wars: Episode II" Production Photos

Here's a large gallery of publicity stills from the film featuring Ewan McGregor, Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman, Yoda, the Fetts, Christopher Lee and Samuel L. Jackson.

San Diego Film Critics Honor Natalie Portman

The San Diego Film Critics selected Natalie Portman as the Best Supporting Actress of 2004 for her performance in "Closer."

Natalie Portman Photos

Gallery of photos from the 2005 San Diego Comic Con presentation of the Warner Bros Pictures movie, "V for Vendetta," featuring photos of Natalie Portman.

Natalie Portman Takes Home a Golden Globe

Natalie Portman and her "Closer" co-star Clive Owen picked up Golden Globes for their roles in the 2004 Mike Nichols film.

Review of "Beautiful Girls"

"Beautiful Girls" starring Matt Dillon, Timothy Hutton, Noah Emmerich and Michael Rapaport, is a worthy choice as a "Video Pick of the Week." The film showcases some stellar performances along with intelligent dialogue.

"Anywhere But Here"

Natalie Portman stars as Susan Sarandon's daughter in this story of family relationships and growing up.

"Mars Attacks"

Jack Nicholson, Glenn Close, Annette Bening, Pierce Brosnan, Michael J. Fox, Sarah Jessica Parker and Natalie Portman star in this 1996 sci-fi comedy.

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