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Henry Koster

Although his name is not a household one, Koster is responsible for some of the most beloved and endearing films of the late studio system era.

This is a delightful comedy starring Cary Grant as a suave angel helping distraught bishop David Niven with a new cathedral and his wife's (Loretta Young) affections. This is a deftly handled comedy set within the religious world that never preaches, nor disrespects it’s subject matter - and Cary Grant ice skates!

Another comedy slash drama with religious overtones, that doesn’t stoop to pandering an opinion to its audience. Koster wisely allows this simple, but potently charming tale of two European nuns to unfold before our eyes as they come to New England and, guided by their faith and relentless determination, get a children's hospital built.

James Stewart stars as a good-hearted drunk whose constant companion is a six-foot, invisible rabbit named Harvey. In lesser, or heavier hands, this Broadway success may have suffered, but Koster allows Stewarts natural charm and audience appeal to be the fuel that runs this whacky engine.

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Rush Hour 3 Getting Ready to Roll

By EdwardHavens

January 2nd, 2002

Word out of New Line has it that the third part has been gaining momentum in recent weeks. Having enjoyed their biggest year ever, the former New York indie house is said to be pushing on all the major players to get number three going this year.


We hear various scenarios are already being farmed out to writers. Execs are trying to make room on Brett Ratner and Jackie Chan's schedules, and Chris Tucker is sitting around, waiting for the man to say "Yes" to his $25M plus 15% dollar one gross points demands.