Latest: The director of Heather Locklear's latest film has attributed the actress' recent driving arrest to the pressures of her "showbiz" lifestyle.
The 47-year-old was detained by police in Santa Barbara, California, on Saturday and booked on charges of driving under the influence (DUI) and being under the influence of a controlled substance. She was released on Sunday without posting bail.
But police tests showed that the star had not been drinking at the time, and it is believed she was under the influence of prescription medication - thought to be related to her recent stint in rehab seeking treatment for anxiety and depression.
And moviemaker Jim Amatulli, who worked with Locklear on new film Flying By, insists that it is not unusual for actresses to suffer from such disorders - as female stars in Hollywood are under increasing stress by being in the public eye.
He tells the New York Daily News, "It is very easy to see the effects of the 'showbiz' environment, and the stress it puts on relationships and families. Add to that the pressure that women face as they get older and roles narrow, with so much 'value' put on superficial elements, it's sad to watch the results play out."
And Amatulli is adamant that Locklear's arrest will not affect promotion of her new film, which also stars Billy Ray Cyrus and is due for release in early 2009.
He adds, "(The arrest will not have) any immediate affects.
"Naturally, I wish Heather the best and feel certain that she has the support of her close friends and business associates to work through whatever her issues are."...
The 47-year-old was detained by police in Santa Barbara, California, on Saturday and booked on charges of driving under the influence (DUI) and being under the influence of a controlled substance. She was released on Sunday without posting bail.
But police tests showed that the star had not been drinking at the time, and it is believed she was under the influence of prescription medication - thought to be related to her recent stint in rehab seeking treatment for anxiety and depression.
And moviemaker Jim Amatulli, who worked with Locklear on new film Flying By, insists that it is not unusual for actresses to suffer from such disorders - as female stars in Hollywood are under increasing stress by being in the public eye.
He tells the New York Daily News, "It is very easy to see the effects of the 'showbiz' environment, and the stress it puts on relationships and families. Add to that the pressure that women face as they get older and roles narrow, with so much 'value' put on superficial elements, it's sad to watch the results play out."
And Amatulli is adamant that Locklear's arrest will not affect promotion of her new film, which also stars Billy Ray Cyrus and is due for release in early 2009.
He adds, "(The arrest will not have) any immediate affects.
"Naturally, I wish Heather the best and feel certain that she has the support of her close friends and business associates to work through whatever her issues are."...
- 9/30/2008
- WENN
NEW YORK -- Billy Ray Cyrus and High School Musical star Olesya Rulin will headline Jim Amatulli's drama Flying By, the story of a businessman who risks his marriage, family and fortune to pursue his dream of being in a rock band.
Rulin will play the supportive daughter of the businessman (Cyrus) alongside Oscar winner Patricia Neal, Robert Gossett (TNT's The Closer), Eric Allan Kramer (American Wedding) and Ted Hutton in the family-friendly indie feature. Eric Abrahamson, Jonathan McHugh and Amatulli will produce for Arte Films and Encore Partners.
Neal is in final negotiations to play the mother of Cyrus' character, who teams with his bandmates (Gossett, Kramer) after being encouraged to perform by a club booker (Hutton). The film will begin shooting Nov. 26 in San Diego.
Cyrus, best known for his country hit "Achy Breaky Heart", is riding high with the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana, starring his 14-year-old daughter Miley Cyrus. He's on tour promoting his new album, Home at Last.
Rulin will be seen next year opposite Jessica Simpson in Major Movie Star.
Amatulli wrote, directed and produced the 2003 crime drama Artworks, starring Virginia Madsen and Rick Rossovich.
Rulin will play the supportive daughter of the businessman (Cyrus) alongside Oscar winner Patricia Neal, Robert Gossett (TNT's The Closer), Eric Allan Kramer (American Wedding) and Ted Hutton in the family-friendly indie feature. Eric Abrahamson, Jonathan McHugh and Amatulli will produce for Arte Films and Encore Partners.
Neal is in final negotiations to play the mother of Cyrus' character, who teams with his bandmates (Gossett, Kramer) after being encouraged to perform by a club booker (Hutton). The film will begin shooting Nov. 26 in San Diego.
Cyrus, best known for his country hit "Achy Breaky Heart", is riding high with the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana, starring his 14-year-old daughter Miley Cyrus. He's on tour promoting his new album, Home at Last.
Rulin will be seen next year opposite Jessica Simpson in Major Movie Star.
Amatulli wrote, directed and produced the 2003 crime drama Artworks, starring Virginia Madsen and Rick Rossovich.
- 10/24/2007
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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