'Puss in Boots' Boosts DWA Shares; ABC Buys Michael Eisner Comedy; Pundits, Hollywood React to Conrad Murray Verdict; Ratner Apologizes for Gay Slur; AMC's 'Hell on Wheels' Premieres Huge; Review: Steven Soderbergh's 'Haywire'

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TOP STORIES 'Puss in Boots' Box Office Boosts DreamWorks Animation Shares The film that disappointed investors a week ago suddenly impresses them after all. Michael Eisner Sells Comedy Project to ABC The single camera project will chronicle the early days of restauranteers Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger's unique business partnership and friendship. Conrad Murray Verdict: What the Pundits Are Saying “Conrad Murray didn't deliberately kill Michael Jackson, but his negligent actions allowed the death to occur,” wrote CNN’s Piers Morgan. Plus: Hollywood reacts to the verdict. 'Tower Heist' Director Brett Ratner Issues Apology for Gay Slur The filmmaker came under fire after saying "rehearsal is for fags" during a screening of Universal’s new film. 'Hell on Wheels' Premieres Huge for AMC The Western starring Anson Mount becomes the network's second-highest original series premiere; 'The Walking Dead' also sees a ratings rebound in Week 4. FILM REVIEW: Steven Soderbergh's 'Haywire' Gina Carano stars as a covert operative who proceeds to whup a succession of macho leading men in addition to assorted anonymous foes. MOVIES EXCLUSIVE: Christian Bale Chinese Epic 'Flowers of War' Nears U.S. Distrib'n Deal New indie outfit Wrekin Hill has finalized its pact to release Zhang Yimou's big-budget historical drama in time for an awards run in association with Row 1 Productions. VIDEO: Michelle Yeoh Garners Praise at AFI Fest for 'The Lady' The actress talks to THR about her life, career and her dream opportunity to play and meet Aung San Suu Kyi, the Burmese winner of the 1991 Nobel Peace Prize. EXCLUSIVE: Producer Andrew Panay Re-Ups With Disney The producer of such films as "Van Wilder" and "Wedding Crashers" has been with the studio since 2009. EXCLUSIVE: 'Brooklyn Brothers' Filmmaker Books Two Acting Gigs Ryan O'Nan joins the Nicolas Cage drama about the capture of serial killer Robert Hansen and also the drama "Iceman." 'Where's Waldo?' Headed to the Big Screen Via MGM The studio has secured rights to Classic Media's world-traveling character. Rufus Sewell Checks in for 'Paradise Lost' Actor to star alongside Bradley Cooper, Ben Walker and Casey Affleck in epic poem's big screen adaptation. TV MSNBC to Air Documentary About Conrad Murray Trial 4 Days After Guilty Verdict "Michael Jackson and the Doctor" will chronicle the doctor's involuntary manslaughter case from his point of view and reveal personal details of his relationship with the singer. Legendary Comic Writer Hal Kanter, Creator of Landmark Series 'Julia,' Dies at 92 The 1960s show starring Diahann Carroll made history for being the first sitcom to feature an African-American actress lead playing a character who was a professional woman rather than a domestic worker. EXCLUSIVE: 'Damages' Enlists Janet McTeer The "Into the Storm" Emmy nominee will play a former colleague of Patty Hewes in the final season of the Glenn Close drama. Matthew Weiner to Receive NATPE Award Fox TV Stations group president Dennis Swanson will also be honored at the Brandon Tartikoff Legacy Awards in Jan. Starz Renews 'Spartacus' for Third Season Production on the as yet untitled third season will begin next year in New Zealand.

THE BUSINESS News Corp. Spied on Phone Hacking Lawyers and Their Children; Tried to Find Proof of Affair Private investigator Derek Webb says he was hired by News of the World execs to spy on lawyers who represented, among others, the family of murdered schoolgirl Milly Dowler. Newest ‘Call of Duty’ Game Shoots to Break Entertainment Records "Modern Warfare 3" is expected to sell over 20 million copies this year alone. Supreme Court Deals Setback to Hollywood, Won't Hear Key 'Ghost Hunters' Case Some lawyers believe that the denial of cert will lead to more idea theft lawsuits in Hollywood and change practices in how studios take pitches. VIDEO: Herman Cain Sexual Harassment Scandal Detailed at Press Conference Gloria Allred's client, a former radio and TV industry employee, says the presidential candidate reached under her skirt and asked, "you want a job, right?" EXCLUSIVE: Management Co. Caliber Media Hires Two Adam Simpson-Marshall and Morgan White join the talent management company.

STYLE Melissa McCarthy Named Brand Spokesperson for Ivory Soap The Emmy-winning "Mike & Molly" star also will host "Soap Dish," the brand's new online social community on Facebook. Leonardo DiCaprio Helps LACMA Raise $3 Million at First Art + Film Gala Los Angeles County Museum of Art and its event co-chair post big returns launching an inaugural fundraiser in support of movies at the museum.

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