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Restraining Order Against Troyer Dropped

2 December 2009 2:06 PM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »

A restraining order filed against Austin Powers star Verne Troyer by his ex-girlfriend has been dropped, after a judge ruled the pint-sized star is not a threat.

Yvette Monet, who briefly dated the actor after meeting him at a Playboy Mansion party a year ago, obtained a temporary order against Troyer last month, alleging he had bombarded her with abusive phone calls and left her fearing for her life.

Troyer filed a legal response to Monet's allegations, insisting, "At no time did I ever threaten Ms. Monet or even hint to her that I would harm her in any way."

Monet's bid to make her order permanent has been rejected by a Los Angeles judge, reports TMZ.com. »

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Big Victory for Verne Troyer

2 December 2009 11:17 AM, PST | TMZ | See recent TMZ news »

A judge just decided 2'8" Verne Troyer is Not a threat to his ex-girlfriend's safety.The judge denied Yvette Monet's attempt today to make her temporary restraining order against Verne permanent -- thanks to attorney Ed McPherson -- which means there's no longer a restraining order in place against the actor. More Verne Troyer Verne Troyer -- My Gf Tells Tall Tales Former Gf Claims Mini-Me Full of Big Threats ...

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Troyer Hits Back At Harassment Accusations

1 December 2009 2:06 PM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »

Verne Troyer has hit back at an ex-girlfriend who took out a restraining order against the actor, denying allegations he threatened to hurt her.

The pint-sized Austin Powers star briefly dated Yvette Monet after they met at a Playboy Mansion party in December. Last month, she claimed he had bombarded her with abusive phone calls that left her fearing for her life.

Troyer insists her accusations are false and has filed a legal response in Los Angeles.

Monet received a protection order last month after she told a judge she feared for her life because members of Troyer's entourage carry guns.

But Troyer maintains, "At no time did I ever threaten Ms. Monet or even hint to her that I would harm her in any way."

According to the Austin Powers star, the couple got into a fight after she asked to borrow money to pay her bills, but refused to show him the actual bills.

He eventually handed her a check for $2,000 (£1,250) but they broke up days later, reports TMZ.com.

Troyer denies sending Monet threatening messages, insisting he only found out about the restraining order when he read about it. »

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Verne Troyer: My Former Gf Tells Tall Tales

1 December 2009 11:30 AM, PST | TMZ | See recent TMZ news »

Verne Troyer claims his ex-girlfriend -- who recently obtained a restraining order against him -- is just a lying gold-digger who had a bone to pick.In a response filed in L.A. County Superior Court, Verne admits he started dating Yvette Monet after meeting her at a party at the Playboy mansion in December of '08. Verne claims Yvette eventually wanted him to give her money so she could pay her bills -- but »

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What are the best TV ads of the noughties?

1 December 2009 3:53 AM, PST | The Guardian - TV News | See recent The Guardian - TV News news »

Let us know the TV commercials that have stood out for you over the past decade

Looking back at the TV adverts of the past decade, it's difficult not to be struck by the creativity on show. Rather than the movie-influenced blockbuster ads of the 90s, much of the industry turned to quirky conceptual ideas. Advertisers also exploited the growing power of the web – not only did successful campaigns make their mark on TV, they also went viral.

Some relied on special effects, some relied on exhaustive preparation by art teams – but some of the best were just a clever idea, simply executed. Who would have guessed that a man in a gorilla suit playing the drums would have been one of the most talked-about ads of the decade?

Below are some of our favourite ads of the noughties – let us know what you think we've missed out.

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The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus Review

22 November 2009 6:53 PM, PST | ReelLoop.com | See recent Reel Loop news »

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus is Terry Gilliam’s best film since Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas or perhaps 12 Monkeys in 1995. In Parnassus, Gilliam proves that he retains the ability to pair his unique sensibilities with a beating heart of a character driven story. His visuals alone are noteworthy, but in this film they’re not the showcase.

The film centers around Christopher Plummer’s titular Dr. Parnassus, a bizarre Vaudeville-Wonka magician who is able to capture the souls of any passers-by who are willing to pay a pound to venture into their own imaginations. Parnassus is thousands of years old, due to a wager he has made with Mr. Nick (Tom Waits), who is ostensibly the Biblical Devil.

The unfortunate consequence of immortality, however, is that Parnassus continues to carry-on his show in a modern London that simply doesn’t care about his theatrics anymore — to see his »

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Actor Verne Troyer shows his dramatic side in "The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus"

19 November 2009 6:55 AM, PST | Makingof.com | See recent Makingof.com news »

Verne Troyer is best known for playing Mini-Me and acting alongside Mike Meyers in the comedic Austin Powers films. While his latest role occasionally offers comic relief, it's the serious tone of his portrayal he wants to talk about.

MakingOf recently sat down with Troyer to discuss his work in director Terry Gilliam's "The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus." During the interview the actor shared that he felt "very honored Gilliam gave me a chance to portray a dramatic character." Troyer also admitted that the director, who he worked with on "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas", personally wrote this role for him and that their friendship influenced the characterization of Percy.

Click here to see Verne Troyer describe how he reacted when he saw the finished film. »

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The official poster for The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Official site live!

10 November 2009 10:53 AM, PST | Movie Jungle | See recent Movie Jungle news »

The official poster was added for Sony Pictures Classics' "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus," starring Johnny Depp, Heath Ledger, Colin Farrell, Christopher Plummer, Jude Law, Lily Cole, Tom Waits, Verne Troyer and Andrew Garfield. Samuel Hadida produces the film directed by Terry Gilliam who writes along with Charles McKeown. The film opens on Christmas Day. "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" is a fantastical morality tale, set in the present-day. It tells the story of Dr. Parnassus and his extraordinary ‘Imaginarium’, a travelling show where members of the audience get an irresistible opportunity to choose between light and joy or darkness and gloom. Blessed with the extraordinary gift of guiding the imaginations of others, Doctor Parnassus is cursed with a dark secret. An inveterate gambler, thousands of years ago he made a bet with the devil, Mr. Nick, in which he won immortality. Centuries later, on meeting his one true love, »

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Another The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus Poster

9 November 2009 3:45 PM, PST | Filmofilia | See recent Filmofilia news »

The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus Photo Gallery has been updated with new poster.

The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus Poster

The film tells the story of Dr. Parnassus and his extraordinary Imaginarium – a traveling show where members of the audience get an irresistible opportunity to choose between light and joy or darkness and gloom.

Terry Gilliam directed “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus”  stars Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell, Jude Law,  Heath Ledger Christopher Plummer, Tom Waits, Lily Cole, Andrew Garfield, Verne Troyer and will be released for Christmas, on December 25th, 2009.

More movie info, trailers, clips, photos and review you can find at “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus“ FilmoFilia Movie Page.

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- Allan Ford

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New The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus Poster Hits

9 November 2009 6:56 AM, PST | MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news »

/Film has debuted a brand new domestic poster for Terry Gilliam's anticipated new film The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, which will arrive in theaters on December 25 in limited release. Click below to enlarge this brand new one-sheet poster.

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus stars Heath Ledger, Christopher Plummer, Tom Waits, Lily Cole, Andrew Garfield, Verne Troyer, Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell, Jude Law and will be released on Christmas Day in limited release.

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Verne Troyer 'threatened ex-girlfriend'

7 November 2009 8:20 AM, PST | digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news »

Verne Troyer has been accused of threatening his ex-girlfriend. The Sun reports that Yvette Monet has been granted a temporary restraining order against the former Celebrity Big Brother contestant. Court papers allegedly record that she asked Troyer to stop contacting her after he sent her a number of abusive text messages and emails describing her as a "hooker". The actor also reportedly warned Monet that she "better (more) »

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Korean Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus Poster

6 November 2009 7:00 AM, PST | HeyUGuys.co.uk | See recent HeyUGuys news »

They keep on churning these posters out but every single one is completely different from the last and they all look great! Thanks to LiveforFilms, here’s the latest poster (click to enlarge) for The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus and this time it’s the Korean one.

Parnassus stars Christopher Plummer, Heath Ledger, Lily Cole, Andrew Garfield, Verne Troyer, Johnny Depp, Jude Law and is directed by Terry Gilliam.

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Tax Trouble For Troyer

6 November 2009 4:11 AM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »

Verne Troyer's troubles are far from over - the tiny star has been hit with a huge tax bill just days after he was accused of harassing his ex-girlfriend.

Troyer's former lover, Yvette Monet, was granted a temporary restraining order against the actor this week (beg02Nov09) after she alleged he had bombarded her with abusive phone calls.

Troyer denied her claims and vowed to fight the accusations in court, but now the Austin Powers star is facing further legal problems after he was hit with a tax bill of nearly $11,000 (£6,875), according to TMZ.com.

The website reports Troyer fell behind with payments and is now being chased by officials in California. »

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Verne Troyer issued with order

6 November 2009 2:24 AM, PST | Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news »

Verne Troyer has been banned from approaching his ex-girlfriend. The 40-year-old actor has been served with a temporary restraining order after he reportedly bombarded model Yvette Monet with abusive texts and called her a "hooker" when she finished their relationship. In court papers, Yvette, 25, said their relationship ended months ago, but Verne hadn't stopped bombarding her with messages since and claimed she feared for her life after the 2ft 8in star told her she "better watch out" because he had friends with guns. The actress said in her court declaration: "I have moved on, but he keeps emailing me, calling me and texting me awful messages. "He will not stop. I've asked him more than 10 times to leave »

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Mini-Me -- Tax Cheat of the Week?

5 November 2009 11:20 PM, PST | TMZ | See recent TMZ news »

The Accused: Verne TroyerThe Debt: $10,869.36The Story: According to the State of California, Mini-Me fell behind on his taxes both in 2005 and 2008 ... putting him a total of $10,869.36 in the hole.Earlier this year, Troyer mentioned that Mike Myers was getting started on an Austin Powers 4 -- that paycheck could sure come in handy... More Mini-Me Former Gf Claims Mini-Me Full of Big Threats Verne Troyer -- A Little Tipsy ...

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Mini-Me to Ex: Restrain This!

5 November 2009 11:22 AM, PST | E! Online | See recent E! Online news »

Mini-Me is not some big-time stalker. That's the word from Verne Troyer's camp after learning that a woman Troyer briefly dated has filed a restraining order against the diminutive actor. Yvette Monet obtained the order on Oct. 1, barring Troyer from coming near her or contacting her in any way. "I have moved on, [but] he keeps emailing me, calling me and texting me awful messages like...'I hope God is with you...' Calling me names like hooker," Monet wrote in a court declaration obtained by RadarOnline. "He will not stop. I've asked him more than 10 times to leave me alone...He said that he won't stop because he doesn't want me to see anyone else...I'm... »

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Troyer Denies Harassment Accusations

5 November 2009 11:21 AM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »

Verne Troyer has hit back at allegations he harassed his ex-girlfriend with abusive phone calls, after she was granted a temporary restraining order against the actor.

Yvette Monet told a judge that the Austin Powers star had been bombarding her with abusive phone calls, leaving her "awful messages" branding her a hooker.

In court documents, obtained by TMZ.com, Monet claims Troyer's entourage carry guns, adding, "His friend Jose is a cop and has guns as well. I'm afraid for my life."

However, the Mini-Me actor vehemently denies the allegations, and has vowed to fight the protection order in court.

His spokesperson tells blogger Perez Hilton, "Mr. Troyer is shocked and appalled to learn about the false and frivolous accusations that have been made by Ms. Monet. It is beyond comprehension that a Restraining Order could be obtained, with no notice to Mr. Troyer, and with no opportunity for him to defend himself, without any proof of any of the allegations. Mr. Troyer looks forward to responding to these allegations in court."

It is not the first time Troyer has had trouble with a former lover - in 2008, he sued his ex Ranae Shrider after she leaked a sex tape featuring the couple to the media. »

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Verne Troyer on Working With Heath Ledger

5 November 2009 10:21 AM, PST | Extra | See recent Extra news »

"The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" was Heath Ledger's final film, and co-star Verne Troyer has only positive things to say about being on set with the fallen star.

"I feel so honored and privileged to be a part of the film," Troyer told "Extra" at the AFI Fest screening of the fantasy film. "Being able to work with Heath was one of the greatest things that I've ever gotten to be able to do. »

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Troyer To Reveal All About Amish Upbringing In Memoirs

5 November 2009 4:11 AM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »

Pint-sized movie star Verne Troyer loved his Amish upbringing so much, he plans to dedicate a large chunk of his memoirs to his childhood years.

The Austin Powers star admits his youth was very simple, living with relatives in Michigan - but he has fond memories of his past hardships of living without luxury and electricity.

And he's hoping to give the Amish a public relations boost when he writes all about his childhood in an upcoming autobiography.

He tells WENN, "I used to be Amish, so I know how to drive a horse and buggy. Through growing up I always had to stay with my grandparents, aunts and uncles who are Amish, so when I go back to visit I still get into the culture.

"My parents make their own apple butter, which I'll be getting in time for Christmas. They don't use electricity or drive cars but, having been around it all the time, I don't think of it as strange.

"The way the Amish like to live is plain - it's very Little House on the Prairie. To not have the luxuries we all have and live life the way they think God intended is interesting. I do miss it because that's how I was raised. You get a whole other perspective on life and family because you don't have all these other distractions." »

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Troyer Ex Granted Restraining Order After Abusive Phone Calls

4 November 2009 5:41 PM, PST | WENN | See recent WENN news »

Verne Troyer's former girlfriend has been granted a temporary restraining order against the actor over fears the star could order his heavies to kill her.

Yvette Monet told a judge that her Mini-Me ex had been bombarding her with abusive phonecalls, leaving her "awful messages" branding her a hooker.

In court documents, obtained by TMZ.com, Monet claims the actor's entourage carry guns, adding, "His friend Jose is a cop and has guns as well. I'm afraid for my life."

It's not the first time Troyer has had trouble with a former lover - in 2008, his sued his ex Ranae Shrider after she leaked a sex tape featuring the couple to the media. »

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