Take Two!

Hollywood movie studios are clearly desperate for money, if the number of sequels coming out is any indication. Some of the studios are looking at these sequels as proverbial cash cows and if one considers the success of certain successful movie franchises.


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Facebook is becoming the social network of choice in South African townships, according to new data from local research firm ikapadata. 

Article courtesy of It Web, by Kathryn McConnachie. www.itweb.co.za


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In true Hollywood style, rumours of alleged post-partum depression seem to be following Jennifer Lopez around these days. Another rumour doing the rounds is that the actress, singer and American Idol judge along with her new boy-toy, Casper Smart, are looking to adopt.  

According to The Hollywood Reporter actor Robert Downey Jr is in line to earn over $50m for his role as Iron Man in The Avengers which was released in South Africa two weeks ago. His pay cheque is well above what any of his co-stars will be earning. 



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