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Beth and I were on the Red Carpet last night at the Highlands in Hollywood meeting some of the most amazing forces behind the film industry.  Producers, directors, editors, special effects, etc. who are never in the foreground but without their incredible dedication and talent there wouldn’t be a film industry worth talking about!

Last night was a celebration for all those responsible for adding the key ingredients to a film and was hosted by Hamilton Watches and Movieline.Com. Hamilton Watches have been featured in films since 1951 and have been seen in over 300 movies since then.  Movieline the insiders magazine that dominated the 90′s is back as Movieline.com, the totally addictive online entertainment portal and hotter than ever.  There were several actors presenting the awards and the positive energy was flowing…Beth and I got to meet several of them…Check it out...

Film Icon Tippi Hedren and Te-see on The Red Carpet

All we can say is WOW!!!  What a beautiful lady.  Tippi Hedren was presenting an award to Costume Designer Ann Roth.   OMG!!!!!!!!!!  They couldn’t have picked a better actress for the presentation.  The Bender Sisters uncovered that Tippi is a beauty junkie too which made it easy to connect to this beautiful film icon.  She has been blessed with long full lashes so it’s all about mascara for her.  Beth asked her what her favorite mascara was and she responded…”Loreal & Covergirl.” Tippi spends most of her time at the Shambala Preserve.

Sally Menke, daughter Isabella, son Lucas & her husband, director Dean Parisot

Sally Menke was honored last night with a “Lifetime Achievement” Award for Special Effects Editor. Sally has worked with Quentin Tarantino since 1992 and has a very long resume with other directors as well.  Her husband Dean Parisot directed Fun With Dick & Jane, Galaxy Quest, and Home Fries just to mention a few.  Such a nice family!  It was so great to see a woman get recognized for her abilities behind the camera.  Yay, Sally…You go girl!!!

Rick Yune and Te-see

Another presenter for the night was Rick Yune from “The Fast and The Furious,” and soon to be released “Ninja Assassin.” He was presenting to Production Designer John Myhre. The Sisters found Rick extremely charming, friendly and boy did he have gorgeous skin!  This Mongolian born hunk was wearing a suit designed by Francesco Smalto.  (His PR gal Lana told us that she credits her beautiful skin to drinking cognac by Ludacris)  LOL…but it’s true:)

Zoe Saldana on The Red Carpet at The Highlands

What a doll!!!  These 2 New Yorkers just loved Zoe Saldana originally from Astoria, Queens.  She was a presenter as well.  One of my favorite people on the Red Carpet.  So full of life and comfortable in her own skin.  Zoe told the sisters that the one beauty item she can not live without is carmex.

Harvey Lowry, Te-see & Todd Tucker from Drac Studios

These 2 handsome fellas have a very impressive resume.   Harvey Lowry & Todd Tucker from Drac Studios were presented with an award for makeup effects.  Not to mention the 4 Academy Awards they’ve already won for their extraordinary work!  Their site will blow you away!!! Beth and I were personally invited by the boys to tour their studio.  We can’t wait…:)

Lawrence Bender

And last but not least The Bender Sisters got to meet the infamous producer Lawrence Bender. He has been in partnership with Quentin Tarantino since 1991 and was receiving an award for “Inglourious Basterds.” When we told him our last name he thought we were kidding just to get on his good side…LOL…(not that there’s a bad side)…He prefers suits by Prada & Armani…a man with simple but classic taste…

Other presenters included:  Diane Kruger, Zooey Deschanel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Jason Bateman, Anna Kendrick, Nikki Reed.

So, there you have it…Congrats to all that were awarded last night for their achievements in this crazy town we call “Hollywood” that we can’t live without:)

See ya at the movies…

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image credits:  beth & te-see