Chiwetel Ejiofor Friday, November 6, 2009 Actor explains his efforts to balance theater and film, big budget and indie features.
Kris Kristofferson Monday, November 2, 2009 Singer-songwriter-actor and three-time Grammy winner talks about being musically challenged, his friendships with icons like Muhammad Ali and Johnny Cash and his new CD.
Edward Norton Friday, October 30, 2009 Actor-producer-activist shares the backstory of his new documentary, By the People, and talks about training for the New York Marathon.
Tim McGraw Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Country music superstar explains the importance of lyrical content in country music and talks about whether he'll quit his day job for acting.
Anthony Edwards Thursday, October 22, 2009 Actor-director-activist describes his efforts to build the first public children's hospital in Kenya.
Michelle Monaghan Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Actress explains why she was drawn to her role in the new indie feature, Truckers.
Michael Sheen Monday, October 12, 2009 Frost/Nixon star explains how he looks at the critical success of that role and previews the storyline of his new film.
Nick Hornby Friday, October 9, 2009 Best-selling novelist and screenwriter explains what makes a literary work authentic and discusses whether his process changes when he knows his writing may be adapted for film.
Adam Arkin Wednesday, September 30, 2009 Emmy-winning actor-director reflects on finding success alongside his dad, compares acting with directing and talks about his latest TV and film projects.
Michael Moore Tuesday, September 29, 2009 Academy Award-winning filmmaker examines today's economic state, discusses the price Americans pay for their love of capitalism and assesses whether the country can turn things around.
Louis C.K. Friday, September 25, 2009 Emmy-winning writer-comedian-actor talks about whether Americans could handle being told the truth more often and his new film.
Doug Pray Monday, August 31, 2009 Filmmaker comments on the advertising industry--the subject of his latest documentary, Art & Copy.
Quentin Tarantino Monday, August 24, 2009 Oscar-winning filmmaker, writer-director of Inglourious Basterds, reflects on how he sees movies and getting through periods when his films don't do as well.
Alexis Bledel Friday, August 21, 2009 Former Gilmore Girls star reflects on her transition from modeling to acting and discusses her new film.
Davis Guggenheim Friday, August 14, 2009 Oscar-winning filmmaker shares the backstory of his new documentary and explains why it focuses on music's rock genre.
Francis Ford Coppola Tuesday, August 4, 2009 Tavis continues his conversation with the celebrated filmmaker.
Francis Ford Coppola Monday, August 3, 2009 In an extended conversation, one of the masters of modern cinema looks back at his classic films and talks about his childhood bout with polio.
Lisa Kudrow Wednesday, July 8, 2009 Emmy-winning actress talks about her Web series.
Jeremy Remmer Monday, July 6, 2009 Actor discusses his role in the critically acclaimed new film The Hurt Locker.
Bill Pullman Thursday, July 2, 2009 Actor compares acting in the theater to doing movies.
Shohreh Aghdashloo Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Oscar-nominated actress discusses engaging Jordanians in the message of her new film.
Paul Giamatti Friday, June 26, 2009 Oscar-nominated actor talks about playing quirky characters, his production company and his new feature film.
Francis Ford Coppola Wednesday, June 24, 2009 Tavis continues his conversation with the celebrated filmmaker.
Francis Ford Coppola Tuesday, June 23, 2009 In an extended conversation, one of the masters of modern cinema looks back at his classic films and talks about his childhood bout with polio.
Nia Vardalos Friday, June 5, 2009 Writer-actress compares screenwriting to acting and talks about her new film.
Mandy Moore Monday, June 1, 2009 Singer-actress discusses the evolution of her music and the impact of her recent marriage on choices she makes in the future.
Ed Asner Thursday, May 21, 2009 Legendary actor-activist reflects on discrimination and anti-Semitism, the roots of his outspokenness and the lessons to be learned from his new film.
Common Wednesday, May 20, 2009 Hip-hop artist-turned-actor describes his new music and talks about his desire to build a long career in acting.
Steve Zahn Friday, May 15, 2009 Actor talks about the appeal of the script for his new film and the connection between longevity as an artist and telling the truth.
Brendan Gleeson Friday, May 15, 2009 Into the Storm star gives his take on Winston Churchill, the larger-than-life figure he plays in an HBO film.
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa Tuesday, May 12, 2009 Los Angeles mayor comments on accountability for investing more in young people and education.
Baron Davis Tuesday, May 12, 2009 NBA All Star explains why he wanted to tell the Crips and Bloods film story.
Stacy Peralta Tuesday, May 12, 2009 Filmmaker describes his attempt to tell the Crips and Bloods story by featuring gang members who speak for themselves.
J.J. Abrams Friday, May 8, 2009 Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning director-writer-producer discusses the challenge of staying focused.
Donald Faison Tuesday, May 5, 2009 Actor explains how he was drawn to the profession and the challenge in doing comedy.
Anika Noni Rose Thursday, April 23, 2009 Tony-winning actress-singer describes her anti-glam role in her new series and comments on being Disney's first Black animated princess.
Idris Elba Monday, April 13, 2009 Actor talks about working with people who've influenced his career, his guest-starring role on TV and his role in the film Obsessed.
Ray Liotta Wednesday, April 8, 2009 Emmy-winning actor shares why he chose to find his birth parents.
Emmanuel Jal Monday, March 30, 2009 Sudanese child soldier turned hip-hop star recounts his early memories and shares why he was ready to tell his story.
Felicity Huffman Friday, March 13, 2009 Oscar-nominated actress and Desperate Housewives star describes her role in the new film, Phoebe in Wonderland.
Ian McShane Tuesday, March 10, 2009 Emmy-nominated actor talks about his new NBC series, Kings
Sean Penn Monday, February 23, 2009 Tavis revisits his conversation with the Oscar-winning actor, who, last night, won his second best actor statuette.
Melissa Leo Tuesday, February 10, 2009 Best actress Oscar nominee describes what drew her to the character she plays in the film, Frozen River.
Danny Glover Thursday, February 5, 2009 Award-winning actor, producer and activist talks about his Academy Award-nominated documentary on post-Hurricane Katrina.
Sean Penn Wednesday, February 4, 2009 Oscar-winning actor recollects the early influences on his decision to pursue the entertainment business and his activism.
Viola Davis Monday, February 2, 2009 Oscar-nominated actress describes the isolation of growing up in a predominantly Catholic community in Rhode Island.
Danny Boyle Friday, January 30, 2009 Oscar-nominated director explains the backstory of Slumdog Millionaire.
Mickey Rourke Thursday, January 29, 2009 Golden Globe winner and Oscar nominee reflects on the issues leading to his self-destruction and his Hollywood comeback.
Kristin Scott Thomas Monday, January 26, 2009 Oscar-nominated actress explains the enjoyment she gets in the variety of characters she plays on the stage, in indie films and Hollywood blockbusters.
John Patrick Shanley Thursday, January 15, 2009 Writer-director of the new film Doubt discusses the impact of having four of the strongest actors of our time working on his film.
Voletta Wallace, Jamal Woolard Wednesday, January 14, 2009 Mother of slain rapper Notorious B.I.G. and actor who portrays him talk about the feature biopic, Notorious.
Eric Braeden Tuesday, January 13, 2009 Emmy-winning actor discusses his experience with the racist past of the U.S. and the election of Barack Obama.
Emma Thompson Tuesday, January 13, 2009 Oscar-winning actress discusses her humanitarian work and explains why she believes people are in denial about human trafficking.
Ron Howard Wednesday, January 7, 2009 Oscar-winning filmmaker and director of one of the year's most acclaimed films, Frost/Nixon, explains why he feels the former president was a Shakespearean figure.
Frank Langella Wednesday, January 7, 2009 Three-time Tony winner describes the early days of filming.
Marisa Tomei Tuesday, January 6, 2009 Oscar winner talks about her aspirations before deciding on acting as a career.
Dustin Hoffman Monday, January 5, 2009 Oscar-winning actor discusses panic attacks, depression and lifetime achievement awards.
Taraji P. Henson Friday, December 19, 2008 Co-star of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button talks about life before becoming a much-in-demand actress.
Jonathan Demme Monday, December 15, 2008 Oscar-winning filmmaker talks about the impact his film, Philadelphia, had on AIDS awareness in the U.S.
Rosario Dawson Friday, December 12, 2008 Seven Pounds star explains why answering questions about the film's plot is so difficult.
Scott Glenn Friday, October 10, 2008 Actor talks about portraying Donald Rumsfeld in the new film, W.
Queen Latifah Thursday, October 9, 2008 Rapper-turned-Oscar-nominated actress discusses her role in the new film The Secret Life of Bees and how she handles the role of matriarch in her career and life.
Ed Harris Tuesday, September 23, 2008 Oscar-nominated actor-turned-director talks about the fight to make his new Western-themed film.
Neil LaBute Friday, September 19, 2008 Playwright-director explains his new film.
Michael Pena Monday, September 15, 2008 Crash star reflects on his journey from Chicago's South Side to Hollywood.
George Lopez Wednesday, August 13, 2008 Actor-comedian talks about the towering inspiration of Richard Pryor.
Evan Handler Wednesday, June 25, 2008 Sex and the City and Californication star explains how he found faith and trust while battling leukemia and a grim prognosis.
James McAvoy Friday, June 20, 2008 Actor talks about working with Morgan Freeman in the new film, Wanted.
Sir Ben Kingsley Tuesday, June 17, 2008 Actor describes what drew him to the character of Dr. Squires in his new film The Wackness.
Jay Roach Tuesday, May 20, 2008 Filmmaker reflects on the making of Recount, the HBO movie about Florida's vote in the 2000 presidential election.
Richard Roundtree Thursday, May 15, 2008 Actor talks about how he survived breast cancer.
Famke Janssen Tuesday, May 6, 2008 Actress explains how she learned to shoot pool for her role in the new movie Turn the River.
Richard Jenkins Wednesday, April 30, 2008 Actor tells how filming The Visitor was made difficult by the simultaneous filming of I Am Legend in New York City.
John Cho Friday, April 25, 2008 Harold & Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay star discusses Asian American stereotypes in Hollywood.
Benjamin McKenzie Monday, April 14, 2008 Actor talks about the challenges in his career and tells what it was like working with legendary actor Al Pacino for the film 88 Minutes.
Thomas Haden Church Tuesday, April 8, 2008 Actor talks about his new movie, Smart People.
David Schwimmer Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Actor-director reflects on dealing with the fame and notoriety of being on the hit comedy, Friends.
Laurence Fishburne Thursday, March 20, 2008 Oscar-nominated actor talks about his return to Broadway, in Thurgood.
David Leaf Monday, March 17, 2008 Award-winning writer talks about his new documentary, The Night James Brown Saved Boston.
Angela Bassett Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Oscar-nominated actress reflects on the inspiration for her role as a single mother in Meet the Browns.
Eric Bana Friday, February 29, 2008 Actor tells why he finds it excruciating to look at his work on film.
Raven-Symone Thursday, February 28, 2008 Actress-singer talks about growing up in front of the camera and making the transition to adulthood.
Josh Brolin Tuesday, February 26, 2008 Tavis revisits his conversation with one of the stars of the best picture Oscar winner, No Country for Old Men.
Saffron Burrows Monday, February 25, 2008 British actress talks about the impact of England's civil rights movement.
Jamia Simone Nash Friday, February 22, 2008 Eleven-year-old singer-actress talks about her upcoming history-making performance at the Academy Awards ceremony.
Ruby Dee Thursday, February 21, 2008 Award-winning actress discusses how racism impacted her early career and diversity in Hollywood today.
Josh Lucas Friday, February 15, 2008 Actor shares lessons learned from working on two war-themed documentaries, including Operation Homecoming.
Susan Sarandon Monday, February 11, 2008 Oscar-winning actress describes the impact of filming her new project, the HBO film, Bernard and Doris.
Eva Longoria Parker Thursday, February 7, 2008 Desperate Housewives star discusses the effect of the writers' strike on the television landscape.
Amy Ryan Thursday, January 31, 2008 Oscar nominee talks about her Oscar-nominated role in Gone Baby Gone.
Jeffrey Tambor Wednesday, January 30, 2008 Actor reflects on why he chose to pursue a career in the entertainment business.
Jason Reitman Wednesday, January 23, 2008 Oscar-nominated Juno director reacts to the honors received by his sophomore feature.
Catherine Owens Tuesday, January 22, 2008 Filmmaker describes her concept for one of Sundance's most anticipated films, U2 3D.
Marjane Satrapi Thursday, January 17, 2008 Iranian-born filmmaker says her book, Persepolis, was adapted into a film to show the humanity of the Iranian people.
Brendan Fraser Wednesday, January 16, 2008 The Air I Breathe star shares the film's backstory.
Hal Holbrook Tuesday, January 15, 2008 Awarding-winning actor talks about his newest film, Into the Wild.
William H. Macy Monday, January 14, 2008 Actor-writer talks about his latest film project, The Deal.
Ellen Page Thursday, January 10, 2008 Golden Globe-nominated actress says Juno is a hit because it's an honest depiction of young people.
Denzel Washington Tuesday, January 8, 2008 Actor-turned-director says sharing ideas with young actors and collaborating makes directing more fun than acting.
John Turturro Wednesday, December 19, 2007 Actor explains his inspiration to direct and his connection with Spike Lee.
Rob Reiner Tuesday, December 18, 2007 Director, producer, Emmy-winning actor and activist discusses his take on the political climate and understanding racial perspectives.
Josh Brolin Monday, December 17, 2007 Actor talks about the ebb and flow of entertainment work.
Will Smith Thursday, December 13, 2007 Two-time Oscar-nominated actor says people who aren't getting what they want in the entertainment business are being out-hustled.
Tom Wilkinson Friday, December 7, 2007 Oscar-nominated actor comments on handling the personal rejection part of his business.
Marc Forster Thursday, December 6, 2007 Acclaimed film director explains the backstory of his new film, The Kite Runner.
Danny Glover Monday, December 3, 2007 Grace is Gone star says journalism can alter the way we see the world.
John Cusack Monday, December 3, 2007 Actor-activist talks about his new film and Sunday's referendum in Venezuela backed by his friend, Hugo Chavez.
Laura Linney Tuesday, November 27, 2007 Two-time Oscar nominee discusses her latest film
Keri Russell Monday, November 26, 2007 Golden Globe-winning actress says after starring in the new film, August Rush, we're all capable of so much.
Sir Anthony Hopkins Thursday, November 1, 2007 Oscar-winning actor-director reflects on how he drifted into acting by chance, his upcoming 70th birthday and his feature film screenwriting debut.
Omarion and Marques Houston Wednesday, October 31, 2007 Singer-actors talk about their individual and joint ventures.
Ron Livingston Friday, October 26, 2007 Actor talks about playing the role of a real life person in Music Within.
Halle Berry Friday, October 19, 2007 Actress talks about the impact of winning an Oscar, having children later in life and her new film.
Amy Madigan Tuesday, October 16, 2007 Gone Baby Gone star compares acting to her days touring as a musician-vocalist with a rock band.
Ruby Dee Friday, October 5, 2007 Iconic actress talks about activism, longevity in the entertainment industry and her upcoming film role.
Jamie Foxx Thursday, September 27, 2007 Oscar-winning actor and musician weighs in on a variety of subjects, including his latest film, The Kingdom.
Kathy Baker Tuesday, September 25, 2007 Emmy-winning actress talks about her latest film project, The Jane Austen Book Club.
Joe Pantoliano Monday, September 24, 2007 Emmy-winning actor talks about his film project about a family's struggle to deal with schizophrenia.
Paul Haggis Wednesday, September 19, 2007 Oscar-winning filmmaker wants the audiences for his new film, In the Valley of Elah, to ask the tough questions about the Iraq war.
Marcia Gay Harden Monday, September 17, 2007 Oscar-winning actress talks about her latest film project, Into the Wild.
Pras Michel Monday, August 20, 2007 Musician-actor-producer talks about his new documentary on being homeless in America.
Kevin Bacon Monday, August 13, 2007 Actor-activist discusses his new film project, Death Sentence.
James L. Brooks Thursday, July 26, 2007 Prolific producer of The Simpsons Movie reflects on his successful career.
Michael Moore Thursday, June 28, 2007 Academy Award-winning documentary filmmaker can't understand why the public is divided on his films.
Don Cheadle Thursday, June 28, 2007 Oscar-nominated actor-activist discusses his role in the new film, Talk to Me.
Frank Oz Tuesday, June 19, 2007 Film director and veteran puppeteer explains how he targets an audience.
Mandy Moore Monday, June 18, 2007 Singer-actress explains the title of her new CD.
Dan Futterman Wednesday, June 13, 2007 Actor-screenwriter talks about the weight of his role in the new film, A Mighty Heart.
Bernie Mac Thursday, June 7, 2007 Comedian-actor discusses his Hollywood success and his retirement from stand-up.
Dennis Hopper Wednesday, June 6, 2007 Actor-filmmaker talks about his mentors and marching for civil rights.
Elisabeth Shue Monday, May 21, 2007 Oscar-nominated actress talks about her new autobiographical film, Gracie.
Luke Wilson Friday, May 18, 2007 Actor reveals his interest in photography and talks about his new film.
Geoffrey Rush Monday, May 14, 2007 Oscar-winning actor feels it's important not to bore the audience.
Stephen Collins Thursday, May 10, 2007 Actor discusses moving on from his hit series 7th Heaven.
Judd Apatow Tuesday, May 8, 2007 Screenwriter-producer talks about his latest film, Knocked Up.
Molly Shannon Wednesday, May 2, 2007 Emmy-nominated comedienne talks about her role in the new film, The Year of the Dog.
Jon Voight Thursday, April 19, 2007 Oscar-winning actor talks about overcoming challenges and learning from them.
Timothy Dalton Tuesday, April 17, 2007 Actor talks about his role in the new film, Hot Fuzz.
Kirk Douglas Friday, April 13, 2007 Legendary actor talks about life at age 90 and his new memoir on life in Hollywood.
Quentin Tarantino Thursday, April 12, 2007 Oscar-winning filmmaker discusses his new feature, Grindhouse.
Danny Schechter Thursday, April 12, 2007 Emmy-winning producer and filmmaker says Americans have been losing jobs because they depend on free money.
Ice Cube Monday, March 26, 2007 Rapper-actor-producer muses on his rap persona vs. his "family-friendly" movie characters.
Gina Torres Thursday, March 22, 2007 Actress talks about her new film, I Think I Love My Wife.
Terrence Howard Tuesday, March 20, 2007 Oscar-nominated actor talks about his newest film, Pride.
Robert Greenwald Monday, March 19, 2007 Filmmaker-political activist comments on the media coverage of the war in Iraq.
Chris Rock Wednesday, March 7, 2007 Multitalented comedian discusses his new role as director of the new film, I Think I Love My Wife.
Bobby Moresco Friday, March 2, 2007 Oscar-winning screenwriter-producer describes his new TV series.
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