The Dark Side of Fame
Interviewed by Piers Morgan, Mickey finds himself being put on the spot and tells all. Mickey is sitting in his friend
Armin Amiri's Socialista club as Mr. Morgan goes to town with the questions many fans want to know. Does he give us
the lowdown on the movie "The Wrestler", his past, growing up as a tough kid from Liberty City? Well I think you'll be
pleasantly surprised on what all Mr. Rourke reveals.  All I can tell you to do is sit back and give it a view.

Many thanks to Aidan Oliver for the heads up on excerpt to the show: Found on YouTube. Posted by:
DJRecess
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10-11-08
"Hyung"

The name honestly doesn't sound like something you'd see Mickey in, but don't turn your head too fast, Mickey's in an Online
Martial Arts production. First announced over on
TheMRWire  ( Rourketrade, you are the man ) when it comes to Mickey
Rourke related sites and has put the buzz in everyone ears.  Some are excited, some pretty much haven't caught the gist of it yet
or some are like WTF is going on? Will Mickey be making any other appearances online? Not sure, but this is something that
blows this writer out of the water. Never saw Mickey doing an actual online series, but you know what, Mickey manages to blow
my mind everyday so this is no exception to the rule...Whens this hitting us, well today guys, today! If your honestly curious,
which I know you are, then hit the official site at
http://www.ktownchronicles.com/
Hyung Trailer
Well lets just say you'll catch me spreading the Mickey goodness each and every week. Hell I'd like to do it everyday,
but honestly I have a habit of not being on the computer from time to time so bare with me one and all, I'm somewhat
giving this a whirl. We've been throwing this idea back and forth for a while and well hell, Why Not give the fans a little
bit of fact! All of you know I've had a little experience in the game when it comes to the news, now its time to show
MickeyRourkeOnline members and friends what this little girl has to offer. So keep it real people! It's great to be a part
of such a respectful site and sharing what I know and have on Mickey Rourke. Till Next time, sit and wonder...
10-11-08
"COMING TOGETHER"

It looks like a few people have come together to bring the best of the best to the fans as best they know how! True Facts
and Fun. We have new features coming to MickeyRourkeOnline, The News Desk being the first and well more as time
goes on. Not sure how long we'll be under reconstruction, but be sure we'll make it happen! TheMRWire has stepped up
to take over the interactive aspect of MickeyRourkeOnline so be sure to check out what Rourketrade has to offer each
and everyone of you. Kathy and myself have been graciously asked to moderate TheMRWire and you'll be able to hit
us with your best shot. We just want to thank all who have joined us and all that are coming soon. So welcome to our
newest feature and be sure to make your way back when you can!
10-11-08
Letters To The Editor
Email
Episode 2  Oct. 17th, 2008
Episode 3  Oct. 24th, 2008
"THE WRESTLER"
(Release Date December 17)

There was so much success with the movie during
the festivals, fans are going crazy waiting for the
theater release. Letters pouring in everyday asking
questions about Mickey and his role as Randy "The
Ram" Robinson." We here at MickeyRourkeOnline
and TheNewsDesk are finding ourselves trying to
keep up with one and all. One question that comes to
mind, "Do you think Mickey will win an Oscar for
"The Wrestler"? Well let's see, from what I've seen
so far I for one say, "Yes"! Mickey's role as Randy
"The Ram" Robinson surpassed my original opinion
of the movie. It has emotion, action packed and full
of realism. Mickey has made his way back to the
screen in a way none would have ever imagined.
I for one will say it again, "Yes" I think he has a real shot! I've watched Mickey for many years and each role has always shown
me that Mickey Rourke is a man that shows true talent. We as fans stood back and watched Mickey be passed up for many great
movies/roles, but from ones he's portrayed as an actor/character on the screen, we've felt he's been ripped! Good Luck Mickey,
your fans are behind you. I've been asked if this is going to be a widespread release, sorry guys and gals, it's not. Looks like it's
being released to get it to the Oscars before the deadline. I could be wrong, but will get back to all of you once the information
hits my box.
Thanks to our friend and associate to MickeyRourkeOnline, Robin has hit us up with more information on Mickey being
nominated for "The Spirit" awards, for best actor. Come on guys, the fans have noticed his talent for years. Let's give him what
he's deserved for many of those years. (Thanks Robin)
A must see and favorite among the fans that have hit MickeyRourkeOnline is the Films page for
The Wrestler. Which has also
made it's way high up in the search engines as well.

Bill O'Reilly prediction for the Oscars however on tonights show: Best Movie: "Milk" Best Actor: Frank Langella....Well let's
just hope he's wrong!
11-4-08
"AMC"
Spirit Award Nominees Announced; The Wrestler is a Heavy Weight Contender!
Now check out the Interview with Darren Aronofsky and Mickey Rourke
"Thanks For All The Letters"
No, I haven't fallen off the edge of the earth quite yet, however I feel like it sometimes.
I've been really busy with my day to day life and haven't had any luck with computers
here lately. I'm back and trying to catch up with all the e-mails that have been hitting us
up here at MROL and TheNewsDesk, we have so many new things coming your direction
very soon. I just wanted to say thank you for all your support and beautiful comments
about the site and the new additions that have hit us so far. All of you Rock and we just
wanted to inform you that we will continue to bring you everything pertaining to Mickey
Rourke with the respect and admiration that we all share for him and his talent. We are
fans and that's all, just doing what we do to help out other fans.

Continue sending the e-mails guys, it's been great reading all the great stories of what
brought you here and made you a fan of the man.

Even though I've taken a break, the news alerts haven't stop. So be prepared over the
next few days, for me to be playing catch up and trust me, the news thats been hitting us
here lately has been very exciting.
Images Courtesy of Fox Searchlight
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Official Movie Poster
13 TZAMETI

When Originally going with this story over a month ago I was working on another story afterward and well let's just say
it was accidentally deleted.  Many of you emailed me to ask where the story had gone. I'm going to throw it out there
and say that we had some technical difficulties.  I do apologize for the incident and here I go again giving all of you what
you've been so interested in reading. 13 (TZAMETI) when first released was an award winner at the 2006 Sundance
Film Festival. Now being turned into a remake which will include our man Mickey Rourke along with other very talented
actors,
Jason Statham , Ray Winstone , Ray Liotta  , plus rapper turned actor 50 Cent.  The story tells of a naive young
man who assumes a dead man's identity and finds himself embroiled in an underground world of power.  Directed by
Géla Babluani who was also the director of the original back in 2005. Letters have been pouring in each day about when
this movie is going to be released, well according to  
JoBlo and IMDB it will be around 2010. We first heard about the
story from our friends over at JoBlo and thanks to them we've been able to keep you up on all that comes our way.  
Make sure you check out JoBlo and all that they have to offer the fans. Many thanks guys! For those of you that would
like to check out the original movie you can check it out at their official site which is found at
http://www.13-tzameti.com/

The Original Movie Trailer
It's come to my attention that my fave wrestler and yes when I say fave, I
mean I'm a fan and have been since the 80's
Rowdy Roddy Piper showed
up for a screening of the movie and loved it! It's said that Roddy cried in
Mickey's arms over how much the movie reminded him of his career as a
professional wrestler. Also mentioned to me was that Vince McMahon will
be given a private showing  from Darren Aronofsky. Curious to know what
he thinks as well. Hey if the world of Professional Wrestling is impressed
with the results, then Hey, what else could be better! An Oscar maybe....

Rowdy joined the WWE back in 1984. No one and I mean no one wears a
kilt better. He was one of the most talked about wrestlers of his time and
even still today.
12-7-08
Image From Official Site
http://www.rowdyroddypiper.com/

IT'S A GO!
Looks like the long and awaited sequel to Sin City has
officially became the next in line for the fans.
Frank Miller
has announced that the script is done, minus working out a
few details and they will be filming Sin City 2 as soon as
April 2009. Any and all information that comes our
direction will hit you as soon as it hits us. Of course though
according to an exclusive interview with Mickey Rourke
through
SuperHeroHype Mickey will not be back as Marv.
Quote: “No, I’m not interested in that right now,” Rourke
told SHH.com. “That’s not a reality right now. It’s p–sing in
the wind. There’s different factions going different
directions there. I don’t know. That’s three hours of make-
up and I’m claustrophobic, so I’m going to have to work
something out.”
Well fans, I hope he changes his mind, because there's no
one and I mean no one who can play Marv, but Mickey
Rourke!
12-7-08
"The Informers"
This movie directed by Gregor Jordan and written by Bret Easton Ellis is a crime, thriller and drama set in 1983 Los
Angeles, where movie executives, rock stars and vampires,  mix and commingle. Like Killshot we hadn't heard a lot
about the movie until here recently, thinking maybe it wasn't going to make it's way to the theaters, but it now looks like
The film will be making it's appearance at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival so hey you never know. A while back we had
viewed the trailer, which gave us a tease of what to expect and was very impressed with the story. Now let's hope it
shows the Festival circuit the same. The cast is very impressive, along with Mickey Rourke, we're looking at
Billy Bob
Thornton, Kim Basinger (Who's worked with Mickey once before in "9 and Half Weeks"), Amber Heard,
Winona Ryder and the late Brad Renfro. RIP Brad...














"FOX SEARCHLIGHT PRODUCTIONS"
(THE WRESTLER)



Kathy, Mickey Rourke Online and myself were approached by Fox Searchlight's very own Thomas Dodson for our help
to bring the fans information on the Movie and all that it represents. Fox Searchlights as most of you know is the
Official "The Wrestler" website and has been showing the fans some rather impressive imagery and videos from the
movie, along with up-to-date information to come. We were honored to receive this e-mail and have NO PROBLEMS
bringing the fans any and all information that they are willing to share with us. As most of you know we've been sporting
the movie on our sites long before any information has come out. It is important to bring the fans what they want and
this movie has definitely shown us that the fans are very excited for it's release. While making it's way through the
Festival circuit "The Wrestler" has impressed not on the fans but many people in the business and Hollywood.
Hollywood has now been shown that
Mickey Rourke has never lost that special touch where as all his fans have been
trying to tell them that for years. "The Wrestler" will be giving the fans and the eyes that be the ultimate SmackDown
in theaters coming December 17th, however it will only have a limited release. No biggie though because I've witnessed
through the years that even though a movie doesn't have that widespread release, it manages to makes it's way to the
top and blows the rest out of the water! Kudos to Mickey,
Darren Aronofsky and all involved. This movie maybe just
the one to put Mickey right where he has long deserved to be, Oscar Quality! However in the eyes of his fans, Mickey
has always been right where he belonged! BRING IT!

Courtesy Of Fox Searchlight Productions:


Directed by: Darren Aronofsky
Written by: Robert Siegel
Produced by: Scott Franklin, Darren Aronofsky
Executive produced by: Vincent Maraval, Agnes Mentre, Jennifer Roth
Cast: Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei and Evan Rachel Wood

Back in the late ‘80s, Randy “The Ram” Robinson (Mickey Rourke) was a headlining professional wrestler. Now,
twenty years later, he ekes out a living performing for handfuls of diehard wrestling fans in high school gyms and
community centers around New Jersey.

Estranged from his daughter (Evan Rachel Wood) and unable to sustain any real relationships, Randy lives for the thrill
of the show and the adoration of his fans. However, a heart attack forces him into retirement. As his sense of identity
starts to slip away, he begins to evaluate the state of his life -- trying to reconnect with his daughter, and striking up a
blossoming romance with an exotic dancer (Marisa Tomei) who is ready to start a new life. Yet all this cannot compare
to the allure of the ring and passion for his art, which threatens to pull Randy “The Ram” back into his world of
wrestling.

Director Darren Aronofsky presents a powerful portrait of a battered dreamer, who despite himself and the odds
stacked against him, lives to be a hero once again in the only place he considers home – inside the ring.

THE WRESTLER had its North American premiere at the 2008 Toronto International Film Festival and won the
Golden Lion at the 2008 Venice Film Festival.  
12-9-08
Tammy Austin~
THE TODAY SHOW

We were given the heads up on the show a few days ago, but actually viewing it as it appeared
was not an option for this writer. Personally I had to get my rear out the door prior to him
stepping out. It was either my job or Mickey. Sorry Mickey, I have to pay the bills. Many
thanks however to our friend and associate with MickeyRourkeOnline Robin,  we've been given
a second chance to view. For those of you that missed the interview with Mickey on the "Today
Show" heres the video.
12-18-08
THE WRESTLER Opens In NY & LA Today!

Meet Randy "The Ram" Robinson...

Back in the late '80s, "The Ram" (Mickey Rourke) was a headlining professional wrestler. Now, twenty years later,
he ekes out a living performing for handfuls of diehard wrestling fans in high school gyms and community centers
around New Jersey. Estranged from his daughter (Evan Rachel Wood) and unable to sustain any real relationships,
Randy lives for the thrill of the show and the adoration of his fans. However, a heart attack forces him into
retirement. As his sense of identity starts to slip away, he begins to evaluate the state of his life -- trying to reconnect
with his daughter, and striking up a blossoming romance with an exotic dancer (Marisa Tomei) who is ready to start a
new life. Yet all this cannot compare to the allure of the ring and passion for his art, which threatens to pull Randy
"The Ram" back into his world of wrestling...

Director Darren Aronofsky presents a powerful portrait of a battered dreamer, who despite himself and the odds
stacked against him, lives to be a hero once again in the only place he considers home - inside the ring.

Be sure to explore the official
Web site for THE WRESTLER - and don't miss these clips from the film on The Wall
Street Journal Online (NEW!), Yahoo and Fandango. Finally, read some of the rave reviews the film's received here.

When Will THE WRESTLER Open Near You?

Darren Aronofsky's acclaimed new film opens in New York and LA today and expands to additional cities across the
U.S. and Canada through December and January. Find out where your area falls on the calendar
here. (Please note
that this release plan is subject to change.)

THE WRESTLER Nominated for 3 Golden Globes®!

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced 3 Golden Globe® nominations for THE WRESTLER: Mickey
Rourke for Best Actor, Drama; Marisa Tomei for Best Supporting Actress; and Best Original Song for Bruce
Springsteen's "The Wrestler."

Find out which other awards and nominations the film has
received. (With hopefully more to come!)
12-17-08
UPDATES ON THE WRESTLER
(Thanks to our friends over at Fox Searchlight)
Scene Image From The Wrester
HYUNG ONLINE

I've seen many online productions and have never been this impressed with the outcome. Hyung was produced by
Taejoon Lee , who also just happens to be in the movie, if that name sounds familiar, it should. Taejoon Lee is 7th
degree black sash in Rang Do and has made his impact in many different films and among the martial arts community.
We've received many letters here at The News Desk about Mickey's performance in the online production and thought
that we would share it with you. Thanks to the permission of the
Official Website. For those of you that are interested in
getting a free copy of the movie all you have to do is check it out.
More to come soon...
Hyung Episode 2
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LINK TO THE EPISODES

Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Thanks to CBS for their excerpt from Mickey's appearance on the "Late Night With David Letterman"
show. December 23, 2008. Found on
YouTube.
"MANNY THE MOVIE GUY"
We received a rather interesting email from Manny just yesterday letting us know about his interview with Mickey
Rourke.  Manny was very excited being given the opportunity to speak with Mickey and he lets us know what they
talked about and even graced us with the vid of the interview. Many thanks Manny. It looks like you had a lot of fun
and we really enjoyed the view. For those that would like to check out Manny's site and check out all that he brings the
fans...
www.mannythemovieguy.com

From Manny
I talked to:

*** Mickey Rourke who is sure to get a Best Actor Oscar nomination for his heartbreaking performance as the aging
wrestler, Randy "the Ram" Robinson, in "The Wrestler."

We talked about:

*** why he chose to work with Darren Aronofksy for "The Wrestler"
*** the documentary feel of the film
*** Bruce Springsteen's collaborative song

*** Director Darren Aronofsky who created a brazen and thought-provoking movie with "The Wrestler."

We talked about:

*** why make a movie about an aging wrestler?
*** why did he choose to work with Mickey Rourke
*** his directing style
*** the deleted scene of Mickey's bathroom breakdwon
*** Jake "the Snake" Roberts' similarity to Randy "the Ram" Robinson

*** Marisa Tomei who stars as Cassidy/Pam in the powerful flick.

We talked about:

*** why she picked "The Wrester" as her project
*** working with Darren Aronofsky and Mickey Rourke
*** how she researched her stripper role

*** Evan Rachel Wood who stars as Stephanie Robinson, Mickey Rourke's daughter.

Watch my interview with her and find out:

*** why she chose to appear in the film
*** working with director Darren Aronofsky
*** meeting Mickey Rourke for the first time
*** crying during their heartfelt "boardwalk scene"

Thanks, have fun, and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Thanks Manny and back at ya. HAPPY NEW YEARS!!! Stay safe guys
and gals and thanks for stopping bye and writing all the letters, it's
always great to hear from you and let's just hope that the new year
brings all of you the best of the best!
12-31-08
LONDON PREMIERE OF
THE WRESTLER
Mickey still knocking them out at the
premieres. The movie being very popular and
so is Mickey Rourke. Keep it up Mickey, we
wish you all the success! Mickey showing his
gentlemanly ways and letting the lady win.
Just catch the vid guys and you'll know what
I'm talking about.
1-5-09
"Holy Moly Mickey Rourke Fans"
According to some news alerts that's been hitting my email box, Mickey has two other movies coming his direction on
top of having "
Killshot" hitting us on the Big Screen around Jan. 23 2009. Hey I've been busy and away from the web
here lately except for my postings on "TheMickeyRourkeForum" It's become a daily routine to go through all the news
alerts that hit us and get them out to the fans. Ok back to the info... "Iron Man 2" anyone! Most of you know that I'm
into the comic book hero's hitting the movies and some might say it's because of my kids, but not the case. I was
somewhat of a comic geek back in the day. What, have a problem with that. When
Sin City hit us in the theaters, I
wasn't only there for Mickey Rourke, but for the man behind the scenes, Frank Miller. Mickey was excellent in the role
of Marv and for this role, he found many more fans coming out of the woodwork. Now "
Iron Man 2" Great choice
Mickey, hope you take it and run with it. Right now according to IMDB it's in pre-production and Mickey's already
listed as being in the movie as Ivan / Whiplash, a Villain Mickey? Ok, I see it and well I think your fans are going to be
right there in the seats when it hits the theaters and it should be released on May 7, 2010, however we know as fans that
dates can change from time to time. Yes guys,
Robert Downey Jr. will be returning as the man in iron himself.
Well damn, I did mention two movies hitting Mickey and lets just say we have a very interesting group of individuals
joining Mickey in this next movie, "
The Expendables." Jason Statham, Sylvester Stallone, Forest Whitaker, Jet Li.
Come on, what a combination and hell I have to say a great addition to another Mickey movie hitting us in 2010 as well.
More to come as time goes on. Oh yeah and don't forget "
13" which hit us not that long ago at
"TheMickeyRourkeForum" and that you can read about further down the page. Just give it a scroll. Some are saying
2009 is the year of Mickey Rourke, well to this fan it looks like 2010 could be another and so on and so on. Welcome
back where you belong Mickey!

Sources: "
Variety", "JoBlo", "IMDB" and "Yahoo News"
1-11-09
GOLDEN GLOBES
BEST ACTOR
MICKEY WINS!
66th Annual Golden Globes
I for one am shocked this didn't happen a long time ago. Mickey has been
struggling for years to get that comeback he has so well deserved and last night it
was given back in full force! Mickey, you're the man! Congratulation! It's
amazing how one role can bring a star back to star quality in the eyes of
Hollywood, but in this fans eyes and many others, he's always been star quality.
Through every role he's brought forth across the screen, I sat in amazement as
he became each and every character. We've been getting so many letters here at
"The News Desk" about all the bad press coming out over "The Wrestler", well
that and a few other things, but hey all I see is good press from here on out. Now
even more so. When your famous all they want to do is talk about you and well
Mickey, the press loves him, but not as much as his fans. For those of you that
haven't been given the opportunity to see the movie "The Wrestler" you need to
make your way to the theaters and catch the view.

Now for those who weren't able to catch
The Golden Globes last night, along with
Mickey's win for best actor,
Bruce Springsteen won original song. Mickey and
Bruce have been friends for many years and Mickey had asked his dear friend to
do the song for the movie. So not only did we see for ourselves that they had the
best actor for the job, but they had great taste in musicians as well. Below is
Mickey's acceptance speech thanks to
NBC.com

Categories and Winners:
Picture, Drama: "Slumdog Millionaire."
Picture, Musical or Comedy: "Vicky Cristina Barcelona."
Actor, Drama: Mickey Rourke, "The Wrestler."
Actress, Drama: Kate Winslet, "Revolutionary Road."
Director: Danny Boyle, "Slumdog Millionaire."
Actor, Musical or Comedy: Colin Farrell, "In Bruges."
Actress, Musical or Comedy: Sally Hawkins, "Happy-Go-Lucky."
Supporting Actor: Heath Ledger, "The Dark Knight."
Supporting Actress: Kate Winslet, "The Reader."
Foreign Language Film: "Waltz With Bashir."
Animated Film: "WALL-E."
Screenplay: Simon Beaufoy, "Slumdog Millionaire."
Original Score: A.R. Rahman, "Slumdog Millionaire."
Original Song: "The Wrestler" (performed and written by Bruce Springsteen)

More To Come!
Mickey Says It Best
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1-12-09
"MTV's Chat With The Wrestler"

Mickey Rourke and Darren Aronofsky make their
way to the
MTV studios after the Golden Globes to
have a sit down with
Kurt Loder.  Check it out guys!
New Trailer For "The Informers"
1-13-09
For all updates on Mickey's movies hitting the small screen and TV appearances it's a must to hit "The Mickey Rourke
Online Movie Extension Pages" ran by Ms. Robin Glenn of "MickeyRourkeOnline." Robin makes it a point to get her
rear out there on the web to bring the fans all they need for their viewing experience. Just give the banner a click and
you are on your way. Thanks to Robin we were given the heads up on some vids of the recent "
Jimmy Kimmel Live
Show"on ABC. Thursday, January 15th, 2009. The vid was put up by visiontellie3 over on YouTube, thanks guys.
Part 1
Part 2
1-16-09
Hyung: The K-Town Chronicles is Featured on the Feb. 2009
Issue of Black Belt Magazine! Get Your Copy, Today!

The issue also features a great article on Lyoto Machida, and
how training in the traditional martial arts has given him a
winning edge in Mixed Martial Arts to help keep him
undefeated.

This article corraborates what Hwa Rang Do® has stood by
all along! But even more important, the traditional martial
arts also gives you an edge in life to better conquer life's
challenges.
Thanks for the heads-up guys.
For your viewing experience of interviews and trailers check out
MickeyRourkeOnline's YouTube page, ran by our one and only George  
Matanas. The page has become very popular among the fans thanks to
George and his work. He has managed to bring you the very best of
Mickey Rourke. For those of you that have not had the opportunity to
experience the page and all that he's brought to the fans, just click on the
banner above and you are on your way.
Thanks George for all that you do!
Rourke's Comeback in L.A. Confidential Mag

Golden Globe winner Mickey Rourke's recognizable face graces the
cover of the January/February issue of Los Angeles Confidential
magazine -- proving he's back and ready to take a second shot at
Hollywood. For more on the story hit
Extra's site.
Rourke: From Broke to Golden

Mickey Rourke has been in showbiz for 20 years and just won a Golden Globe for Best
Actor for his role in "The Wrestler." Rourke starred in hit 1980s films, such as "Body
Heat" and "Nine 1/2 Weeks," but the star admitted a year ago he was "trying to get a
job... I was even getting offered to go to Russia to do six-rounders (fights). I had an offer
to do that and I was flat broke."
Again for the rest of the story and the interview that Mickey has with
Mario Lopez you
must hit
Extra's site. Thanks guys for giving us the opportunity to share this with the
fans. To all the loyal and supportive fans that hit us here at MickeyRourkeOnline you'll
be given the opportunity of catching Extra's up-to-date stories here on TheNewsDesk.
1-18-09
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Good As Gold!

In line with previous years, The 66th Golden Globes provided a lot of star
driven fun in amongst the award giving.
"Sometimes when a man’s alone, all you got are your dogs and they meant
the world to me,” Rourke said to a few raised eyebrows.
For more on the story and to check out a great magazine you need to hit
"
Film Ink Magazine" Also for those that are interesting in subscribing to the
magazine just hit the link provided.
http://www.filmink.com.au/subscribe/
Thanks guys for the heads-up.
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OSCAR NOMINATIONS
The 81st Academy Awards nominations will be announced on Thursday, January 22, 2009, at 5:30
a.m. PT in the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. The Oscars will be airing on Feburary 22, 2009
Live at 5pm/8pm ET on ABC. Will our boy be nominated?? Hell if he isn't theres something wrong
with the powers that be!
Rourke Offered Just $250K for Iron Man 2
Source:Variety
January 21, 2009
Variety has posted an interesting article on how the studios
are being cautious about spending money for movies in
2010 and 2011. Here's a surprising bit:
More on the story can be found at "
SuperHeroHype" and
"
Variety."
"Can 'Dark Knight' leap into Oscar contention"
Source: CNN.com
Martin, a former film executive, was pleased that "Slumdog" and "The Wrestler" -- two
films his chain got behind -- fared so well at the Golden Globes, and he has high hopes for
both films at the Oscars. "The Wrestler's" lead, Mickey Rourke, earned a Globe for
best dramatic actor, and is now a leading candidate to win best actor at the Oscars. For
more on the story hit
CNN.com
1-21-09
An Odd Landing in Phoenix for Rourke and ‘Killshot’
Source: New York Times Blogs - New York,NY,USA
By Brooks Barnes Stranger things have happened, but Mickey Rourke is
probably about as hot as he’s ever going to get. Fawning magazine covers, a
Golden ... For more on the story head on over to "
TheNewYorkTimes."

(Hey just release it already! I honestly don't think the fans can take much more)
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MICKEY ROURKE NOMINATED FOR BEST ACTOR

OH MY GOD, OH MY GOD, OH MY GOD.....I don't know how many
times I can say OMG, but OMG!!! Mickey Rourke was just nominated for
best actor in "The Wrestler!" Did we know this was happening? No, but we
had our fingers crossed and our hopes up! We're standing in our living
rooms and eyes and ears glued to the announcements. Marisa Tomie also
being nominated for best actress in a supporting role. However wait a
minute here. "The Wrestler" was not nominated for best picture. Ok Ok
Ok, we have a problem. NO! I'm fine hearing that Mickey was nominated
for best actor, good enough for me! All congrats go out to Mickey and
Marisa. My phone keeps ringing, do I answer it? Or do I get this story out
for the fans? Fans First! I do apologize for the ranting here, but this has
been a long time waiting and like all fans of Mickey Rourke we have been
in an uproar many times for this not being brought to light. However we're
jumping for joy that the powers that be have finally seen that Mickey is
"The Man" and has always shown his best in any and all roles he's brought
forth to the screen. Check it out, they have it set up to make your votes on
who you want to see win.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28755011, Hey you
know who I just voted for...

More to come as the day goes on!
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1-22-09
For the full set of nominations, just click on The Oscar
We also want to thank our friends
over at NBC for sending us the live
feed this morning. You guys Rock! If
you need anything. Well you know
the deal!
Forest Whitaker Excited for Mickey Rourke Nomination
Hollyscoop - Los Angeles,CA,USA
We spoke to Forest about his two colleagues Taraji Henson and Mickey
Rourke, who have both been nominated for an Oscar. “I worked with Taraji
on Hurricane ...
For those of you that didn't catch the nominations this morning Forest
Whitaker was the man of the hour with the honor of gracing us with Mickey's
nomination for "Best Actor." for more on the story:
Click!
Mickey and Forest Whitaker will be working together again on the movie
"
The Expendables" coming out in 2010. Which will be Directed by Sylvester
Stallone, whom has also written the screenplay.
Also for those of you that haven't been over to one of our extensions to
"MickeyRourkeOnline" Our fair Robin had announced just this month that
fans had chosen "Johnny Handsome" as movie of the month which can be
viewed over on "
Mickey Rourke Online Movie Extensions Page/MR TV
Guide" Plus make sure you check out the Review/Synopsis here on our site
"
MickeyRourkeOnline" you can check it out over on the "MickeyOnFilm"
page for "
Johnny Handsome" This has been a very exciting morning for all
of us here at MickeyRourkeOnline and all of our affiliate sites and to be
honest it looks like we are going to be very busy for quite some time. I've
been getting letters all morning on Mickey's nomination and fans are jumping
out of their seats with Praise for a true talent who has well deserved this
nomination. Will he win? I guess we'll all be watching "The Oscars" that very
night to see, which will air on February 22nd 2009 live 5PT/8ET on ABC. I for
one think if he doesn't win, theres something very wrong in this world!!
Back when Forest Whitaker  won
is Oscar for "The Last King of
Scotland"
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Mickey Nominated For A Sag
15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards will be airing live on Sunday
January 25, 2009 on TNT and TBS. Make sure you check your local
listings for the viewing times. Mickey has been nominated for Male
Lead. Check out the information on "
Screen Actors Guild", "Fox
Searchlight" and "NBC New York". Everyone very excited for the
Oscar nomination, wouldn't it be even more for him to be recognized
among his own. We know as fans that Mickey Rourke has always
been a winner. It's about time the powers that be realize that as well!
Thanks goes out to Kathy for the heads-up.

Also for those that are interesting and I know you are, you'll be able to
catch Mickey on "
The View" January 23rd at 11am EST on ABC.
Make sure you check out the video footage on the official site. Thanks
Robin for the heads-up.

"Mickey Rourke 'Tickled Pink' About First Oscar Nod" Mickey's
response to
ETonline.com
1-22-09
The View: Video footage can be found thanks to "DreamersVids" over on YouTube.
I have to admit that I was not one of the lucky ones when catching the original viewing
of the show, but was sent Emails from many fans to get it up on TheNewsDesk. Thanks
guys, it's always great to hear from other fans of Mickey's and we do try to catch up
with each and every Email when time permits.

Mickey's appearance on the show was just amazing. He talks about the movie and his
little angels, who have become a big part of his life. He talks about his past mistakes
and his response with Darren Aronofsky.  With a special appearance of the one and
only Loki Rourke. I could sit here and go into a whole big story on the show, but to be
honest why? Aired on Friday, Jan. 23 2009 Give it view; "
The View"
Mickey Rourke: 'Change has been hard for me'
Source: Today Msnbc.com
Jan. 23: Mickey Rourke received an Oscar nomination for his
performance in “The Wrestler.” He’s talking to TODAY’s Matt
Lauer about that film and his new status as a comeback kid. Mickey
Rourke initially didn’t want to make “The Wrestler ...
For more on the story:
Today Show
1-25-09
"WE'RE BACK"
I've seen some crazy stuff before, but this one takes the cake. Technical Difficulties! Well actually the deal
was we were offline for about a week, due to the fact that we had exceeded our bandwidth. I'm not talking
about all the vids, stories, codes and images that we bring the fans, but OMG, The Traffic knocked us
down. Oh yes, it seems that the site has been getting so much traffic that Yahoo had to shut us down until
we could change our package deal. After speaking with Yahoo it was brought to our attention that this has
only happened on one other occasion. Well all I have to say is, "If your site gets shut down, what a way to
go." We want to thank all of you for hitting us here at "MickeyRourkeOnline" it's been a great ride and
we hope to continue to bring you all the up-to-date information as it comes to us. We've now upgraded to be
able to continue to do what we do for the fans and thanks to
Yahoo and there great package deals our site
we'll be staying on the web.

Now due too the technical difficulties I've found myself behind the times, but getting ready to update all of
you with the information that's come to me via news alerts, associates of the site and phone calls.
1-31-09

Inside The Actors’ Studio
Six stars. One room. Lots and lots of secrets—and
a few lies. Welcome to the 12th NEWSWEEK
Oscar roundtable.
One of the fringe benefits of hosting our Oscar
Roundtable—other than, you know, hanging out
with movie stars—is you get to watch them bond.
Like how when Brad Pitt ("The Curious Case of
Benjamin Button") happened to mention that he
and Angelina were selling their house in Malibu,
Robert Downey Jr. ("Tropic Thunder") said he'd
buy it—at any price. "I've had a pretty good
year," Downey joked. Anne Hathaway ("Rachel
Getting Married") told Frank Langella
("Frost/Nixon") she wanted to take notes on
everything he said. And when Hollywood newbie
Sally Hawkins ("Happy-Go-Lucky") talked about
maybe moving to L.A., Mickey Rourke ("The
Wrestler") suddenly became her big brother,
warning, "Get out as quick as you can."
Fortunately, she stayed to finish our chat.
For more on the story and to view the other vids
found on the site:
NewsWeek
"MICKEY ROURKE ON THE WWE?"
First he is and then he's not...
The Latest On Mickey Rourke vs. Chris Jericho At
'Mania 25
Reuters news service published a story today
questioning whether Mickey Rourke is actually
signed for a WrestleMania 25 appearance to wrestle
Chris Jericho after Rourke appeared to back down
from Chris Jericho last night Larry King Live. When
Larry King asked Rourke if he will wrestle Jericho,
Rourke said no. For more information:
EWrestlingNews
"Mickey Rourke On Larry King Live"
On Jan. 27th Mickey appeared on the "Larry King
Live Show," what we thought was going to be a
promo for the movie "The Wrestler" also turned
into a verbal match between Mickey Rourke and
Chris Jericho. Whether this was a promo for the
movie or a promo for the WWE, from what we've
been told, the match is a no go...Video thanks to
"
CNN Larry King Live"
For those that would like to watch the full show, you
can hit "
Buzzinmyear" page over on YouTube.
Vidhu Vinod Chopra to direct Mickey Rourke?
Apun Ka Choice - Berkeley,CA,USA
Vidhu Vinod Chopra has roped in this year fs Golden Globe Best Actor and
Academy Award nominee Mickey Rourke for his first Hollywood venture Broken
Horses ...
More related information: Mickey Rourke Joining Vidhu Vinod Chopra's Broken
Horses...Mickey Rourke in talks to join 'Broken Horses'...
Click

According to their official site: "BROKEN HORSES"
Director- Vidhu Vinod Chopra

Vinod Chopra's BROKEN HORSES, with a screenplay based on an original story
by Chopra himself, is the work of award-winning writer Abhijat Joshi (Lage Raho
Munnabhai, Eklavya and 64 Squares) and script consultant Jason Richman
(Bangkok Dangerous, Swing Vote). The film is in pre-production and will go on
the floors later this year.
Official Site
The Informers
Source: Variety
Rating less than zero on the sophistication scale, "The Informers"
is thus a ... As gravel-voiced bottom-feeder Peter, Rourke is
resplendent in a full tan, ...More on the story can be found on
"
Variety"
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Resurgent Mickey Rourke pins down another award
source: Reuters
Mickey Rourke won another round in his comeback when he picked up a
leading actor prize at Britain's BAFTA film awards on Sunday night for his
performance in "The Wrestler."
For more on the story:
Reuters
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2-8-09
For a great vid of Mickey on the Red Carpet, check it
out:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7877961.stm
The Oscars Issue
Mickey Rourke

When I was casting “Diner” in 1980, Mickey Rourke came in for an audition. He
hadn’t done any films yet, and I was looking for certain characteristics: I wanted a
guy who didn’t look like the “Grease” version of the ’50s but like a true ’50s man,
like the guys I grew up with. Boogie, the character Mickey was reading for, was a
hairdresser but kind of tough, and very smooth with women.
For more on the story:
The New York Times
Paolo Pellegrin/Magnum Photos
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Mickey Rourke to star in 'St. Vincent'
Walter Hill directing indie film about hit man
Source: Variety
Mickey Rourke will star in indie drama “St. Vincent,” directed by Walter
Hill for Occupant Films and Secret Handshake Entertainment.
Production’s slated to begin later this year. Keith Calder, Joe Neurauter
and Felipe Marino of Occupant and Dena Hysell and Joe Gressis of Secret
Handshake will produce the film.
For more on the story:
Variety
Downey Wants Rourke for 'Iron Man 2'
Our friends over at Extra have a great interview with
Robert Downey Jr. where he gives a little mention of
wanting Mickey in the movie Iron Man 2
For more on the story:
Extra

Sadly Missed
Happily Remembered
Always Loved
Never Forgotten

The staff of MickeyRourkeOnline and Extensions are thinking
of Mickey. Our hearts are with him in this sad time. We offer
our support, understanding and unconditional love. RIP little one
if it weren't for you..

Wrestling With Sadness: Rourke's Dog Dies
Nominee Mickey Rourke told Barbara Walters his dogs are
"everything" to him.
For More On The Story:
ABC
2-18-09
Last night he wins The 2009 Spirit
Awards. Tonight; Be sure to watch
with the Oscars. Our prediction, it's
a winner.
2-22-09
Wrestler Gets Pinned, Mickey Tops Himself
at Spirit Awards
Source: E! Online
AP Photo/Joel Ryan Even if Mickey Rourke goes the
distance and wins an Oscar tomorrow night, what
more can he possibly say? Not that he'd exactly been
...
For more on the story:
E! Online
Thanks to schnauzerlogic over on YouTube for the vid.
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Best Motion Picture of the Year
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role
Sean Penn
MILK
Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role
Kate Winslet
THE READER
Achievement in Directing
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Best Foreign Language Film of the Year
Departures
Achievement in Music Written for Motion
Pictures (Original Song)
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Achievement in Music Written for Motion
Pictures (Original Score)
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Achievement in Film Editing
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Achievement in Sound Mixing
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Achievement in Sound Editing
THE DARK KNIGHT
Achievement in Visual Effects
THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN
BUTTON
Best Documentary Short Subject
SMILE PINKI
Best Documentary Feature
MAN ON WIRE
Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
Heath Ledger
THE DARK KNIGHT
Best Live Action Short Film
SPIELZEUGLAND (TOYLAND)
Achievement in Cinematography
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Achievement in Makeup
THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN
BUTTON
Achievement in Costume Design
THE DUCHESS
Achievement in Art Direction
THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN
BUTTON
Best Animated Short Film
La Maison en Petits Cubes
Best Animated Feature Film of the Year
WALL-E WALL-E
Adapted Screenplay
SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Original Screenplay
MILK
Performance by an Actress in a Supporting
Role
Penelope Cruz
VICKY CRISTINA BARCELONA
Although Mickey Rourke lost out on his
Oscar award there is no doubting that his
career is firmly back on track.

Spotted at LA's Four Seasons Hotel with
Sylvester Stallone, he has been offered a role
in Sly's next Rambo film, which would see
him play a bad guy, with filming beginning
later this year.
For more on the story:
Entertainment.iafrica

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has
signed on to play himself in a cameo in
Sylvester Stallone's upcoming movie, "The
Expendables," E! News said.
For more on the story:
military.com
Vid thanks to: americanidol8fan
We all know Mickey didn't when the Oscar,
but to all his fans, he's still the winner.  The
roles are making their way to the surface. The
fact is, he was nominated so that's a Win In
Our Book! Keep up the great work Mickey.

I've been emailed by many fans wondering
where I've been here lately and well I don't
post my personal life here on the site, but will
let you know that all is fine, just being pulled
away from the net here and there. Thank you
for all the concerns.
2-28-08
It's Official! The Trades Announce Mickey Rourke in IRON
MAN 2
IESB.NET - Ontario,CA,USA
The Hollywood Repoter says Mickey Rourke's reps have
confirmed his deal is done for IRON MAN 2. Rourke's reps
also confirmed Wednesday that he closed a deal ...
IESB.NET

Mickey Rourke Seals Deal For `Iron Man 2' Role, Was
Considered For ...
MTV.com - USA
It's not official yet, but Mickey Rourke's on-again, off-again
"Iron Man 2″ casting could be reaching an endpoint,
and the Oscar-nominated actor might be ...
MTV.com
3-11-09
MICKEY GOES TO RUSSIA
Behind the Iron Curtain: Mickey
Rourke tours Russian prison to ...
Daily Mail - UK
By Graham Smith Less than a month
after he capped a remarkable
comeback with an appearance at the
Oscars, Mickey Rourke spent three
hours in a high security ...
For more on the story:
DailMail
Mickey Rourke Researches 'Iron
Man 2' Role...In Jail?
G4 TV - Los Angeles,CA,USA
It seems that Mickey Rourke is
taking his upcoming role in Iron Man
2 rather seriously. A picture has been
released of Rourke during the three
hours he ...
For more on the story:
G4 TV
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Mickey Rourke stars in... the
new John Rich video?
Entertainment Weekly - USA
So, it didn't surprise me one jot to
learn today that the video for Rich’s
new single “Shuttin’ Detroit Down”
features an appearance by Mickey
Rourke. ...
EntertainmentWeekly
Mickey Rourke to attend
Wrestlemania
MSNBC - USA
In January, the "Wrestler" star told
Access Hollywood's Nancy O'Dell
on the Screen Actors' Guild Awards
red carpet that he would be stepping
into the ring ...
For More On The Story:
MSNBC
3-19-09
Mickey On The Set of John Rich Video
cmt.com
Fri, 20 Mar 2009 13:05 PM PDT
CMT Insider News Now - 3.20.09 John Rich shoots
new music video for "Shuttin' Detroit Down" with
stars Mickey Rourke and Kris Kristofferson. (We
all remember "Hero", well he's at it again. Looks
like this ones going to be rather interesting and both
are fans of each others. Sad but true story of todays
working man and what they deal with.)
For more on the story:
cmt.com
3-22-09
I've been asked so many times by many fans of Mickey Rourke's why I do what I do on the
web. Well here it is in a nutshell. It's not about money, hell, I don't get paid for this. It's not the
fame, hell I wouldn't want to deal with all the craziness that many already do. It's not the
notoriety, God forbid! I'm a fan and this is just my way of showing respect to an actor that I
admire for his talent. I've worked on other sites and have even ran my own at one time. Which I
still get letters from the members that came and learned and experienced his talent right along
with me. I've been asked if I'm going to bring the site back to the web and the answer is? No!
Do I miss it? Yes! However I enjoy what I do now, I spend my time living my life and still
getting on from time to time to help the fans. It's not all about seeing who's better than the rest
or even meeting the man himself. It's about watching, experiencing each role as it appears on
the screen and not judging others for their way of doing things. It's fun getting to know other
fans and finding out there are some things you didn't know about an actor. I've learned a lot
through the years and I still have to say, I'm still a fan. Even more so today.
What do I want from this? Nothing!
I appreciate all the e-mails and support from the fans and I just have to say thank you, because
your the ones that have made this a ride to remember. I've made friends across the world and
have shared what I know with them and learned what they knew of him.
It looks like we're in for another round of movies and he's not slowing down from what I can
see. Oh and by the way, He's a man who does what he does and all we can do is watch. We may
not always agree with everything, but what the hell...Life is what you make it and me I'm living
mine. He's flesh and bone guys. With one hell of a talent....

Keep it real guys...
WrestleMania XXV A Triumph Despite Kid Rock,
Mickey Rourke
MTV.com - USA
For months, there was back-and-forth about whether Mickey
Rourke would wrestle Chris Jericho at Mania. Ultimately, the
acclaimed actor showed up and sat ...
Mickey Rourke Gets Back in the Ring
Entertainment Tonight News - USA
'The Wrestler' actor Mickey Rourke returned to the ring to take
on WWE superstar Chris Jericho at "WrestleMania 25" -- and
the outcome was a knockout. ...
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Courtesy of EtOnline
John Rich debuts 'Shuttin' Detroit Down' video on
ET; win a copy ...
Examiner.com - USA
Mirroring today's economic realities, the video in honor of
"Shuttin' Detroit Down" stars Oscar-nominated Mickey
Rourke and Country Music Hall of Fame ...
Sneak Peek: Mickey Rourke's Latest Project!
Entertainment Tonight News - USA
Rourke joins Kris Kristofferson in the video, which tells the
tale of an auto factory worker (Kristofferson) who is laid off
after working for 32 years in ...
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4-6-09
Brittany Murphy Is Expendable Too
Cinema Blend - USA
But Brittany Murphy apparently has the keys to get
inside the inner circle, and has landed a part in the
film as Mickey Rourke's girlfriend, ...
Megan Fox now 'Crossing' for yet another role
HitFix - Los Angeles,CA,USA
... franchise recently joined the cast of Mitch Glazer's
drama "Passion Plays" where she'll portray an angel who
comes into the life of Mickey Rourke. ...
The Wrestler' hits DVD release Tuesday
Deseret News - Salt Lake City,UT,USA
"The Wrestler" (Fox, $29.98) An involving but downbeat
character drama. Special features: Two-disc special
edition ($34.98) features ...
Win The Wrestler on Blu-ray
TheHDRoom - USA
Darren Aronofsky's The Wrestler rekindled
Mickey Rourke's career and proved some women,
like Marisa Tomei, actually look better as they
age. ...
4-18-09
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: New Sin City
Recut, Extended and Unrated
Blu-ray
MovieWeb - USA
Take a look at our exclusive special
feature clip that shows some of the
green-screen magic that went into the
fight between Mickey Rourke and Elijah
Wood. ...
Lovers' Mickey and Kim reunite in tale of Hollywood
hedonism
hellomagazine. com via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News Fri, 17 Apr 2009 09:45 AM PDT
More than two decades after their ice cube and blindfold roleplay
seduced movie goers in erotic 1986 thriller Nine And 1/2 Weeks,
Kim Basinger and Mickey Rourke have been reunited on screen.
Fans were delighted with the appearance of the charismatic duo at
the presention of their new flick The Informers in Los Angeles this
week. The old chemistry was in evidence as they soaked up the
limelight ...
King J Gives HBO 24/7 Hatton VS Pacquiao Episode
2 a Grade Of B+
Bleacher Report - San Francisco,CA,USA
Roach tells the amazing story how he was working as a
telemarketer and happened to come across actor Mickey
Rourke on the end of a phone call which led to ...
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4-19-09
"CHECK OUT THE BUZZ"
We were approached by charitybuzz.com with some rather interesting bit of information
and asked to share it with the fans of Mickey Rourke and our many viewers of
MickeyRourkeOnline. Hey, not a problem here, just wished I had the money to make my
bid; Head out to LA to be on the set of the new blockbuster movie Iron Man 2, starring
Robert Downey, Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Scarlett Johansson and Samuel L.
Jackson. You and a guest will be the guest of Mickey Rourke, who also has a starring
role as a villain. Your day on set will start with meeting Mickey in his trailer. His personal
assistant will then take you on a guided tour around the set where you will have the
opportunity to meet the other co-stars and experience a day in the life of shooting a
big-budget motion picture, which will also include lunch in the actors' commissary. Your
experience must take place on one of the following dates that Mickey is filming: May 7,
8, 29 or June 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 12, 15, 16, 17, 2009.

So make your way to their site and place those bids. Its for a great cause and a meeting
with Mickey Rourke to boot. Hanging out with the man himself. No complaints here.
2-24-09
WHERE DID I GO?

Well let me see, I'm not one to tell my personal life here on the site and to be honest I don't
think that you all come here to read about what's going on with me so I'm just going to say I was
taking a break from the monotony and working on some personal issues that were actually a
little more important at the time. Life continues on and the fans are writing me left and right to
get my rear in gear and give them the lowdown on what's up with Mickey and on that note:
Damn Man! What's up with the gear? Mickey seems to be having fun with the role of Whiplash
and has even decided to throw a little Russian language our direction. Here's a few news alerts
that were sent to my little old email box over at TheMickeyRourkeForum....
Is The First Image Of Mickey Rourke As Whiplash In
'Iron Man 2' A ...
MTV.com - USA
Yesterday evening we received our first look at Mickey
Rourke as Whiplash in "Iron Man 2," and it was a peek
that not only cleared up some confusion about ...
Mickey Rourke talks Iron Man
Total Film - Bath,England, UK
BY Total Film Jun 8th 2009 7:07AMFILED UNDER:
Movie news Now that he's throwing himself into the role
of the main Iron Man 2 villain, Mickey Rourke seems ...
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Mickey Rourke: Watch your language!
RT - Moscow,Russia
One of the most underestimated American actors,
Mickey Rourke, won't speak English on the set of
his new action drama Iron Man 2. ...
Mickey Rourke Talks Iron Man 2
Superherohype. com - USA
The Guardian spoke to Mickey Rourke about
playing a villain in Iron Man 2. Here's an excerpt
from the interview: And Iron Man 2, in which he
plays Tony ...
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Homeboy Comes Home
IGN DVD Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:33 PM PDT
Mickey Rourke's other film about a punch-drunk fighter.

This is definitely something the fans have been patiently
waiting for. Bout time too, I'm sure those VHS tapes
have been played to the hilt!....
6-10-09
Iron Man 2 prequel comics in the pipeline
International Business Times UK
A series of comic books published by Marvel are to
be launched in the build-up to Iron Man 2
introducing Mickey Rourke's new character -
Whiplash. ...
Does 'Iron Man Vs. Whiplash' Comic
Reveal Mickey Rourke's 'Iron ...
MTV.com
When Tony Stark soars onto screens in next year's
"Iron Man 2," he'll have to contend with Mickey
Rourke's fierce Russian weapons-maker Whiplash.
...
Sarajevo Film Festival opens with
Hollywood-style glamour
Sofia Echo
This year the event managed to bring some
Hollywood glamour by having the presence of
Gillian Anderson and Mickey Rourke. The
festival has long-ago been ...
IRON MAN 2 Hit Entertainment Weekly

For those of you that have missed it, you can order it here: Entertainment Weekly Subscription. Ok, I've been a little
behind the times, but just wanted to get you caught up on a few things. I've got more on "The Expendables" coming
soon and what's been hitting my email accounts. We've got some updates for the site hitting us as well, just a little
something we're doing for the fans. It's been great hearing from all of you and keeping you up on all things Mickey
Rourke.
8-20-09
8-31-09
BRAVO
I have to say BRAVO Mickey, wonderful job on "Inside the Actors Studio"! I for one thought it was
very informative and true to heart. For those of you that missed the showing, here's some footage.
Source: Inside The Actors Studio
For more to view, hit Bravo.com
The Expendables

Mickey Rourke is Tool, a former Expendable, now an arms dealer and tattoo parlor
artist/owner who helps the Expendables.
CHECK IT OUT

Do Out In April 2010
Hey, I could use a new Tatt, how about it Mickey?
New Iron Man 2 Image!
May 7, the Jon Favreau-directed sequel stars Robert
Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Favreau,
Mickey Rourke, Sam Rockwell, Samuel L...
Superhero Hype
Empire Mag's Badass Iron Man 2 Cover Shot
Debuts Online!
Iron Man 2 stars Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark,
Mickey Rourke as Whiplash, Gwyneth Paltrow as
Pepper Potts, Scarlett Johansson as Black...
FirstShowing.net
# Broken Horses (2010) (in production)
# St. Vincent (2010) (in production) .... Vincent Novena
# Rambo V: The Savage Hunt (2011) (pre-production) (rumored)
# Passion Play (2010) (pre-production)
# Pretty, Baby, Machine (2010) (pre-production) (rumored) .... Baby Face Nelson
# The Expendables (2010) (post-production) .... Tool
# Iron Man 2 (2010) (post-production) .... Ivan Vanko / Whiplash
... aka Iron Man II (International: English title: promotional title)
# 13 (2010) (post-production) .... Jefferson
# Mentoring Mickey Rourke (2009) (completed) (voice) (unconfirmed)
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11-29-09
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Iron  Man 2 - MTV's Splash Page
Features articles tagged with the movie Iron Man 2 that
provide news updates about the sequel.
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Iron  Man 2 Movie Hub at Marvel.com  
Robert Downey, Jr ...
Billionaire industrialist Tony Stark (played by Robert
Downey Jr.) returns to the big screen—and the Iron
Man armor—in 2010. Joined by Pepper Potts (Gwyneth
Paltrow) ...
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Marvel Comic
RELEASE DATE: IN THE USA 7 May 2010
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IMDB
3-25-10