David Lynch recently visited the Ukraine capital of Kiev for the launch of his new charity organization, the David Lynch Foundation in Eastern Europe, and reporters attending the event couldn’t help but ask the lauded director about Hollywood’s sexual harassment and abuse issue.
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“Sexual harassment is the new topic of the day. Harvey Weinstein started this thing and it’s like an avalanche,” Lynch told the press. “Now everybody and his little brother are talking about sexual harassment.”
Lynch then evoked the golden rule for a simple solution of how to end harassment: Treat others the way you want to be treated. The director noted that we are judged by how we treat our fellow man, and learning how to treat others starts with deciding how you want to be treated yourself.
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“Sexual harassment is the new topic of the day. Harvey Weinstein started this thing and it’s like an avalanche,” Lynch told the press. “Now everybody and his little brother are talking about sexual harassment.”
Lynch then evoked the golden rule for a simple solution of how to end harassment: Treat others the way you want to be treated. The director noted that we are judged by how we treat our fellow man, and learning how to treat others starts with deciding how you want to be treated yourself.
- 12/17/2017
- by Zack Sharf
- Indiewire
By the time directors Dan Lindsay and Tj Martin had finished editing “La 92,” their documentary about the riots in Los Angeles following the 1992 verdict in the Rodney King trial, they’d amassed 1,700 hours of footage. The film gleans from news footage, personal videos, and other sources for a 114-minute film comprised completely of archival footage — no talking heads.
“In a perfect world, we would have had two years to make this, and we had nine months,” Lindsay said following a screening of the film at the International Documentary Association’s annual screening series.
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Editing a film made up of such upsetting, violent imagery did take a toll, but Lindsay and Martin both said they knew what they were getting into when they signed on to direct the project — and besides, nothing...
“In a perfect world, we would have had two years to make this, and we had nine months,” Lindsay said following a screening of the film at the International Documentary Association’s annual screening series.
Read More:Steve James Says ‘Abacus: Small Enough to Jail’ Was a Purposefully Intimate Look at the 2008 Financial Crisis
Editing a film made up of such upsetting, violent imagery did take a toll, but Lindsay and Martin both said they knew what they were getting into when they signed on to direct the project — and besides, nothing...
- 11/30/2017
- by Jean Bentley
- Indiewire
Happy Friday "Bold And The Beautiful" fans. Today's November 17,2017 episode turned out to be quite interesting as Steffy couldn't get that shocked look off her face for one second. It's like she can't believe she's finally figured she's not as perfect as she thought she was or something. And how about that sleezy Bill? He's still trying to make plans to get with Steffy again! It seems so unbelievable. They could've left the Katie and Wyatt storyline out. We're glad they didn't devote too much time to it. Poor Liam is left clueless of what Steffy did with Bill. We hope he finds out soon. As for what's coming up down the road, we've got some new storyline teasers from CBS for this Monday's upcoming November 20,2017 episode. These teasers sound shockingly interesting as Bill attempts to proposition Steffy. Liam and Wyatt have another conversation about Liam's regret and more. For today's session,...
- 11/17/2017
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
Simon Brew Nov 6, 2017
Willem Dafoe chats to us about Clear & Present Danger, Murder On The Orient Express, White Sands and our feet.
An odd start to an interview as I walked into a comfy room to talk to Willem Dafoe for a bit. We ended up talking about feet, specifically that mine were big. He sought to assure me that my feet were fine, to try and make me feel better about myself. There’s a measure of a man for you.
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He was in town to talk about Murder On The Orient Express, in which he takes a role as part of the ensemble. And here’s how our quick chat went…
I talked to a colleague who’d interviewed you in the past, and he told me something you’d said,...
Willem Dafoe chats to us about Clear & Present Danger, Murder On The Orient Express, White Sands and our feet.
An odd start to an interview as I walked into a comfy room to talk to Willem Dafoe for a bit. We ended up talking about feet, specifically that mine were big. He sought to assure me that my feet were fine, to try and make me feel better about myself. There’s a measure of a man for you.
See related The Flash season 4 episode 4 review: Elongated Journey Into The Night The Flash season 4 episode 3 review: Luck Be A Lady
He was in town to talk about Murder On The Orient Express, in which he takes a role as part of the ensemble. And here’s how our quick chat went…
I talked to a colleague who’d interviewed you in the past, and he told me something you’d said,...
- 11/5/2017
- Den of Geek
The original It miniseries came out when I was in first grade. My parents, being reasonable people, didn’t let me watch it, I’m pretty sure I didn’t even know it existed back then. But an elementary school has kids in it so much older than six and while I wouldn’t want my 10 or 11 year-old watching It they were certainly out there. The imagery from that miniseries became the urban legends of our school. The unused fifth floor had an evil clown living there and on an on. Why did an elementary school in a busy urban area have an entire unused floor? I assume to make urban legends easier to stick. I saw the miniseries myself in middle school and honestly was still probably too young to deal with all that stuff. I’ve been scared of It for as long as I can remember. I...
- 9/12/2017
- by Arthur Martinez-Tebbel
- Comicmix.com
If there is one thing we know about The Defenders, it is that expectations were high. In a perfect world, this would be The Avengers of the TV world. With Iron Fist not being received well though, does the character weaken the group?
When The Hand threaten New York City, Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox), Luke Cage (Mike Colter), Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter), and Danny Rand (Finn Jones) begrudgingly have to work together to save it. Do they have what it takes to work together and take on their greatest adversary to date?
While there is a lot that The Defenders struggles with, it does get many things right. One of the things is that there is a realisation that Danny Rand is lacking when it comes to being the Iron Fist. We see this revealed to him in an impressive scene where Cage gives him a wake-up call as to just how privileged he is.
When The Hand threaten New York City, Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox), Luke Cage (Mike Colter), Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter), and Danny Rand (Finn Jones) begrudgingly have to work together to save it. Do they have what it takes to work together and take on their greatest adversary to date?
While there is a lot that The Defenders struggles with, it does get many things right. One of the things is that there is a realisation that Danny Rand is lacking when it comes to being the Iron Fist. We see this revealed to him in an impressive scene where Cage gives him a wake-up call as to just how privileged he is.
- 8/23/2017
- by Paul Metcalf
- Nerdly
“Microbudget filmmaking” is a bit of a misnomer considering the broad spectrum “microbudget” entails — one producer’s $5,000 line item is another’s entire operating budget. In a perfect world, we’d all have sufficient funds to hire the best and brightest among us and no project would be too scrappy. Unfortunately, when it comes to independent productions, sometimes that old chestnut still applies: if you want something done, you have to do it yourself. I learned this lesson the (somewhat hard) way when I directed my first feature, A Feast of Man. With an operating budget of $15,000 – a combination of […]...
- 8/21/2017
- by Caroline Golum
- Filmmaker Magazine - Blog
Justin Theroux and wife Jennifer Aniston could have made a love connection much earlier if he’d gotten out of bed on time, the actor revealed in a new interview with Mr. Porter‘s The Journal.
After moving to New York in the early ’90s, Theroux said he was invited to audition for several sitcoms – including Friends, the iconic series on which Aniston starred from 1994 to 2004.
“I didn’t bother,” he said of going to the Friends audition. “I slept in that day. I wouldn’t have been prepared for .”
Aniston, 48, and Theroux, 46, just celebrated their second wedding anniversary earlier this month.
After moving to New York in the early ’90s, Theroux said he was invited to audition for several sitcoms – including Friends, the iconic series on which Aniston starred from 1994 to 2004.
“I didn’t bother,” he said of going to the Friends audition. “I slept in that day. I wouldn’t have been prepared for .”
Aniston, 48, and Theroux, 46, just celebrated their second wedding anniversary earlier this month.
- 8/17/2017
- by Lindsay Kimble
- PEOPLE.com
Justin Theroux may have met Jennifer Aniston a whole lot sooner in life.
The Leftovers star is featured in the latest issue of Mr. Porter magazine, and reveals that early on in his career, he decided to skip an audition in New York for a role on Friends, his now-wife's beloved '90s sitcom. "No, I didn’t bother,” he recalls. “I slept in that day. I wouldn’t have been prepared for [the fame].”
Theroux also opens up about Aniston's sense of humor, admitting that his wife of two years isn't afraid to shut down his jokes. "When it’s not funny, she calls me out," he notes. "She says, ‘That’s not funny.'"
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As for whether Aniston allows fart jokes in their home, Theroux says she's not against them. "Of course she would allow a fart joke...
The Leftovers star is featured in the latest issue of Mr. Porter magazine, and reveals that early on in his career, he decided to skip an audition in New York for a role on Friends, his now-wife's beloved '90s sitcom. "No, I didn’t bother,” he recalls. “I slept in that day. I wouldn’t have been prepared for [the fame].”
Theroux also opens up about Aniston's sense of humor, admitting that his wife of two years isn't afraid to shut down his jokes. "When it’s not funny, she calls me out," he notes. "She says, ‘That’s not funny.'"
Watch: Jennifer Aniston Reacts to Everyone's Obsession With Rachel's Nipples -- 'It’s Just the Way My Breasts Are'
As for whether Aniston allows fart jokes in their home, Theroux says she's not against them. "Of course she would allow a fart joke...
- 8/17/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
In a perfect world, The Dark Tower would exist as the beginning of a well-deserved blockbuster run for Idris Elba. Elba plays the gruffly heroic Roland Deschain in the Nikolaj Arcel film, adapted from the series of novels by Stephen King. Roland is the last in the line of Gunslingers, making him an expert with any kind of gun, and Elba is more than able to communicate this kind of weighty power with few words. The good news about The Dark Tower is that Elba is the best thing in the film. The bad news about The Dark Tower is that Elba is the only good thing in...
- 8/5/2017
- by Josh Spiegel
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Kyle Mooney and Dave McCary are well aware that keeping secrets in Hollywood can be a futile endeavor, but that hasn’t stopped them from trying to keep too much information about their comedy “Brigsby Bear” from leaking to potential moviegoers. Armed with a deliberately thin official synopsis and a gleefully weird set of trailers, the filmmakers are eager for audiences to see their film without knowing too much beforehand, instead experiencing the special charms of “Brigsby Bear” with as little prejudice as possible.
It’s a pretty big ask for a movie that debuted over six months ago. It’s also part of the reason why the first-time filmmakers are so high on their distributor, Sony Pictures Classics, which made it clear from their first meeting that they were all-in on the childhood best friends’ big vision — even if it meant keeping mum on some of its most inventive twists.
It’s a pretty big ask for a movie that debuted over six months ago. It’s also part of the reason why the first-time filmmakers are so high on their distributor, Sony Pictures Classics, which made it clear from their first meeting that they were all-in on the childhood best friends’ big vision — even if it meant keeping mum on some of its most inventive twists.
- 7/27/2017
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
Rachel Lindsay vied for Nick Viall‘s heart on season 21 of The Bachelor, now she’s on her own journey to find love on the latest season of The Bachelorette — and she’s blogging about it exclusively for People! Follow Rachel on Twitter at @TheRachLindsay!
Welcome back Bachelor Nation. This is the week I really fell in love — with Geneva that is! This city is one of the most darling destinations in the world I’ve ever had the pleasure of exploring. It also happens to be the setting for one of the most emotional weeks in this entire experience.
Welcome back Bachelor Nation. This is the week I really fell in love — with Geneva that is! This city is one of the most darling destinations in the world I’ve ever had the pleasure of exploring. It also happens to be the setting for one of the most emotional weeks in this entire experience.
- 7/11/2017
- by Rachel Lindsay
- PEOPLE.com
Last week, we got a Trailer for filmmaker David Gordon Green’s next movie, the Boston Marathon related biopic Stronger. It seems like a big time showcase for Jake Gyllenhaal and could be tailor made to score him some Oscar attention. The film is coming a year after Patriots Day did justice to the tragedy, though this project seems to be more intimately positioned. With a September 22nd release date currently scheduled, fall festivals may not fully be in play, but awards possibilities just might. More on that in a bit, and of course the Trailer will be found below, but first…it’s analysis time! The film is a presumably feel good story in the end, centering on Jeff Bauman (Jake Gyllenhaal), a victim of the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013. There to support his partner Erin Hurley (Tatiana Maslany), who is running in the race, he’s seriously injuring...
- 6/27/2017
- by Joey Magidson
- Hollywoodnews.com
If it sounds too good to be true, it's probably fake. This is the feeling that I had got when hearing the news that Venom, Black Cat and Sable would be part of the McU. The story broke on a Twitter video interview with @tomhupdates where she is talking about those characters being in the same universe as Spider-Man: Homecoming, not the McU. It looks like the web took this as confirmation that Venom, Black Cat and Sable would be part of the McU. Which if you think about it would be sense, because if Spider-Man can appear with the Avengers on their film, Iron Man appear with Spider-Man in his film and Venom or Black Cat in Spider-Man's film wouldn't that make it the same universe?
Yes it should be but I doubt that Feige wants to get his very successful run with the McU involved with the...
Yes it should be but I doubt that Feige wants to get his very successful run with the McU involved with the...
- 6/25/2017
- by Emmanuel Gomez
- LRMonline.com
Who is Michael Phelps, exactly? In the pool, he's the world's most decorated Olympian. At home, he's a dedicated father and husband to his son, Boomer, and wife, Nicole Johnson. On social media, he's building a lasting, impactful brand. He's also a philanthropist, a great white shark racer, an Under Armour muse, and, truthfully, a million other things. Now, after spending nearly two decades in the spotlight and picking up more gold medals than most athletes would know what to do with, the legendary swimmer finally has a chance to embrace every side of himself. The first item on his to-do list? Watching Game of Thrones. Second? Save the water. All of it. All of the water. Michael will now go from making his mark on the world one stroke at a time to saving the planet one drop at a time. For anyone else, the task might be too daunting,...
- 6/20/2017
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
Last Year’s Winner: “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver”
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: “The Daily Show” or a show run by one of its former correspondents has won this category 14 years running.
Fun Fact: …but “The Daily Show” itself, despite a record 10 wins in the variety category, wasn’t nominated in 2016.
The Emmys are more competitive than ever, and the Variety Talk category is no exception. Last year’s winner, “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” should feel secure in its odds for a nomination after another strong year, but few others can rest easy.
Of last year’s other nominees, “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” are all in similar boats: They all have a solid history with the Academy and remain strong in the ratings. “The Late, Late Show with James Corden” has only grown in popularity since breaking in last year,...
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: “The Daily Show” or a show run by one of its former correspondents has won this category 14 years running.
Fun Fact: …but “The Daily Show” itself, despite a record 10 wins in the variety category, wasn’t nominated in 2016.
The Emmys are more competitive than ever, and the Variety Talk category is no exception. Last year’s winner, “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” should feel secure in its odds for a nomination after another strong year, but few others can rest easy.
Of last year’s other nominees, “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” are all in similar boats: They all have a solid history with the Academy and remain strong in the ratings. “The Late, Late Show with James Corden” has only grown in popularity since breaking in last year,...
- 6/16/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: “Key & Peele”
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: This is only the third year of the category’s existence, but “Saturday Night Live” has been nominated in either Variety Sketch or the category’s previous, all-encompassing iteration, Variety Series, every year since 2008.
Fun Fact: “Saturday Night Live” has not won in either category since 1993.
Eighteen shows enter, six emerge. One-third of the variety sketch series on the 2017 Emmy ballot will make their way into the race, meaning many of the candidates can already taste victory…which also means the competition is going to be fierce.
The safest bets include “Saturday Night Live,” which is riding a hot streak and a hot season into the 2017 race; “Portlandia,” which has scored nods in two consecutive years and is generally beloved by the Academy; and “Drunk History,” a surprise inclusion when the sketch series category was first created that cemented...
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: This is only the third year of the category’s existence, but “Saturday Night Live” has been nominated in either Variety Sketch or the category’s previous, all-encompassing iteration, Variety Series, every year since 2008.
Fun Fact: “Saturday Night Live” has not won in either category since 1993.
Eighteen shows enter, six emerge. One-third of the variety sketch series on the 2017 Emmy ballot will make their way into the race, meaning many of the candidates can already taste victory…which also means the competition is going to be fierce.
The safest bets include “Saturday Night Live,” which is riding a hot streak and a hot season into the 2017 race; “Portlandia,” which has scored nods in two consecutive years and is generally beloved by the Academy; and “Drunk History,” a surprise inclusion when the sketch series category was first created that cemented...
- 6/16/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: “Making a Murderer”
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: “American Masters” has been nominated 10 years in a row and won five times.
Fun Fact: Outside of “American Masters,” only one other program has been nominated more than once: “American Experience.”
It’s been 11 years since the TV Academy honored “Planet Earth” with its top nonfiction honor (plus three more awards), but we doubt they’ve cooled on the gorgeous, addictive BBC series. So we’re expected the sequel, “Planet Earth II,” to do well come nomination day. But it’s not the only contender with big ambitions at the Emmys. “American Masters” is the most dominant series in the history of this category, and Netflix has a number of offerings that could make a run.
“The Keepers” is the would-be successor to “Making a Murderer,” which won last year. The docu-series has been building comparatively moderate buzz,...
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: “American Masters” has been nominated 10 years in a row and won five times.
Fun Fact: Outside of “American Masters,” only one other program has been nominated more than once: “American Experience.”
It’s been 11 years since the TV Academy honored “Planet Earth” with its top nonfiction honor (plus three more awards), but we doubt they’ve cooled on the gorgeous, addictive BBC series. So we’re expected the sequel, “Planet Earth II,” to do well come nomination day. But it’s not the only contender with big ambitions at the Emmys. “American Masters” is the most dominant series in the history of this category, and Netflix has a number of offerings that could make a run.
“The Keepers” is the would-be successor to “Making a Murderer,” which won last year. The docu-series has been building comparatively moderate buzz,...
- 6/15/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: “Archer”
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: “South Park” has been nominated four years in a row, 12 of the last 13 years. “The Simpsons” has been nominated two years in a row, but previously had a 24-year hot streak before it missed out on a nod in 2014.
Fun Fact: “The Simpsons” and “South Park” have been duking it out in this category for as long as the latter has been in existence. Fox’s iconic comedy has 10 awards and 25 nominations, while Comedy Central’s most heralded series of all time has five wins and 15 nods.
With one of last year’s nominees no longer eligible — “Phineas and Ferb,” which aired its final episode in 2015 — there’s at least one open slot in the Outstanding Animated Program category. That’s good news for the newcomers and those denied entry for past season. We’re hoping that bodes well for “BoJack Horseman,...
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: “South Park” has been nominated four years in a row, 12 of the last 13 years. “The Simpsons” has been nominated two years in a row, but previously had a 24-year hot streak before it missed out on a nod in 2014.
Fun Fact: “The Simpsons” and “South Park” have been duking it out in this category for as long as the latter has been in existence. Fox’s iconic comedy has 10 awards and 25 nominations, while Comedy Central’s most heralded series of all time has five wins and 15 nods.
With one of last year’s nominees no longer eligible — “Phineas and Ferb,” which aired its final episode in 2015 — there’s at least one open slot in the Outstanding Animated Program category. That’s good news for the newcomers and those denied entry for past season. We’re hoping that bodes well for “BoJack Horseman,...
- 6/15/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: Regina King, “American Crime”
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: Regina King won two years in a row for her roles in “American Crime.” ABC cancelled the well-reviewed but low-rated anthology series after its third season.
Fun Fact: No one has won more than twice in this category, though Kathy Bates holds the record for most nominations with seven total nods.
Perhaps the most intriguing competition within this category is internal. “Big Little Lies” offers a few options in supporting actresses, primarily Laura Dern and Shailene Woodley. Dern is a five-time nominee (and two-time Oscar nominee) and beloved within the community. (She’s reportedly up for the presidency of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.) Woodley could’ve been positioned as a lead, given her role’s prominence, and that could work for or against her in this category.
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Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: Regina King won two years in a row for her roles in “American Crime.” ABC cancelled the well-reviewed but low-rated anthology series after its third season.
Fun Fact: No one has won more than twice in this category, though Kathy Bates holds the record for most nominations with seven total nods.
Perhaps the most intriguing competition within this category is internal. “Big Little Lies” offers a few options in supporting actresses, primarily Laura Dern and Shailene Woodley. Dern is a five-time nominee (and two-time Oscar nominee) and beloved within the community. (She’s reportedly up for the presidency of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.) Woodley could’ve been positioned as a lead, given her role’s prominence, and that could work for or against her in this category.
Read More:Laura Dern Speaks the...
- 6/13/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: Sterling K. Brown, “The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story”
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: While HBO and FX have the most nominations in this category over the past six years, they each have won twice and both have lost twice (to PBS in 2014 and History in 2012).
Fun Fact: Beau Bridges is the only actor to win this category twice. He won for “The Positively True Adventures of the Alleged Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom” (1993) and “The Second Civil War” (1997).
The consistently crowded supporting actor category is again stacked with contenders this year. HBO and FX are at it again with enough offerings to fill the field by themselves (which FX almost did in 2016, with five of the six slots). First up, FX has “Fargo” and “Feud” as top competitors. David Thewlis and Michael Stuhlbarg are damn impressive in Season 3, while Alfred Molina and Stanley Tucci are...
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: While HBO and FX have the most nominations in this category over the past six years, they each have won twice and both have lost twice (to PBS in 2014 and History in 2012).
Fun Fact: Beau Bridges is the only actor to win this category twice. He won for “The Positively True Adventures of the Alleged Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom” (1993) and “The Second Civil War” (1997).
The consistently crowded supporting actor category is again stacked with contenders this year. HBO and FX are at it again with enough offerings to fill the field by themselves (which FX almost did in 2016, with five of the six slots). First up, FX has “Fargo” and “Feud” as top competitors. David Thewlis and Michael Stuhlbarg are damn impressive in Season 3, while Alfred Molina and Stanley Tucci are...
- 6/12/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Surprises when you’re in this line of work are rare. Despite being an animal lover and a dog owner, Megan Leavey was not a movie that was on my radar whatsoever. So, it was an utter delight to come across this earlier on this week and discover that it’s really terrific. Opening today, it’s a true life drama that tugs at your heartstrings in a very real way. Seamlessly blending the “boy and his dog” story, with a gender reversal, with a modern military tale, it works in a big way. This is much more than the tale of a girl and her dog. It’s a tale of friendship, heroism, and sacrifice. It’s one of the year’s best films so far. This true story centers on title character Megan Leavey (Kate Mara), a troubled and aimless woman who found mean in the armed forces,...
- 6/9/2017
- by Joey Magidson
- Hollywoodnews.com
Will Veep threepeat? HBO’s political satire has won Emmy’s top comedy prize two years in a row, but Selina Meyer is poised to face some stiff competition from a pair of critical darlings (Donald Glover’s rookie dramedy Atlanta and Aziz Ansari’s better-than-ever Master of None).
There’s also an outside chance Veep‘s biggest threat could come from inside its own (HBO) house; Girls‘ exceptionally strong final season could propel Lena Dunham & Co. back into the race after a years-long absence.
PhotosEmmys 2017: Outstanding Drama Series — Our 7 Dream Nominees!
In a perfect world, the actual nominations...
There’s also an outside chance Veep‘s biggest threat could come from inside its own (HBO) house; Girls‘ exceptionally strong final season could propel Lena Dunham & Co. back into the race after a years-long absence.
PhotosEmmys 2017: Outstanding Drama Series — Our 7 Dream Nominees!
In a perfect world, the actual nominations...
- 6/8/2017
- TVLine.com
Lisa Lillien is the author of the popular Hungry Girl website and email newsletter, featuring smart, funny advice on guilt-free eating. She is also the author of eleven books, six of which debuted at number one on the New York Times Best Sellers list. Read her People.com blog every Monday for slimmed-down celebrity recipes and more.
In a perfect world, we’d happily munch on Girl Scout cookies all day long and look like Gigi Hadid in a bikini. Alas, not only is binging on cookies a terrible idea, but you can’t even buy Girl Scout Cookies most of the year.
In a perfect world, we’d happily munch on Girl Scout cookies all day long and look like Gigi Hadid in a bikini. Alas, not only is binging on cookies a terrible idea, but you can’t even buy Girl Scout Cookies most of the year.
- 5/15/2017
- by Lisa Lillien
- PEOPLE.com
Kathryn Dennis sought help from a very unlikely ally in the midst of her ongoing custody battle with ex Thomas Ravenel.
In an exclusive sneak peek at Monday’s Southern Charm, Dennis asks the advice of Ravenel’s closest friend Jd Madison and his wife, Elizabeth, who are the godparents to her children with Ravenel: daughter Kensie, 3, and son Saint, 18 months.
In the clip, Dennis tells the couple she and Ravenel, 54, hadn’t talked for nine months when he texted her out of the blue to have a sit-down, leaving her unsure how to respond.
“Do you want to reach...
In an exclusive sneak peek at Monday’s Southern Charm, Dennis asks the advice of Ravenel’s closest friend Jd Madison and his wife, Elizabeth, who are the godparents to her children with Ravenel: daughter Kensie, 3, and son Saint, 18 months.
In the clip, Dennis tells the couple she and Ravenel, 54, hadn’t talked for nine months when he texted her out of the blue to have a sit-down, leaving her unsure how to respond.
“Do you want to reach...
- 5/15/2017
- by Lanford Beard
- PEOPLE.com
After weeks of being publicly plagued by sexual harassment allegations from multiple women, Bill O’Reilly‘s two decade-long career at Fox News has come to an end in the wake of multiple allegations of sexual harassment.
O’Reilly, 67, joined the network in 1996 to anchor The O’Reilly Factor and quickly became Fox News’ most prominent face — and favorite of then-chairman and CEO Roger Ailes, who was ousted last July over his own sexual harassment allegations. In the years that followed, The O’Reilly Factor has remained the network’s top asset, routinely landing top ratings and pulling in billions...
O’Reilly, 67, joined the network in 1996 to anchor The O’Reilly Factor and quickly became Fox News’ most prominent face — and favorite of then-chairman and CEO Roger Ailes, who was ousted last July over his own sexual harassment allegations. In the years that followed, The O’Reilly Factor has remained the network’s top asset, routinely landing top ratings and pulling in billions...
- 4/19/2017
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- PEOPLE.com
In a perfect world, The Originals‘ Hayley would have ample time to divide between protecting her daughter and finding love for herself. But, really, when has this ever been a perfect world?
VideosThe Originals Season 4 Extended Trailer (Finally) Reunites Klaus and Hope
Phoebe Tonkin acknowledges that Hayley “spent five years thinking about the moment where she’d get to see Elijah again,” but notes that recent events — including the arrival of an ominous new threat — are forcing her to switch gears.
She tells TVLine, “As much as Hayley is happy to have [Elijah] back, her priority is still Hope’s safety.
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Phoebe Tonkin acknowledges that Hayley “spent five years thinking about the moment where she’d get to see Elijah again,” but notes that recent events — including the arrival of an ominous new threat — are forcing her to switch gears.
She tells TVLine, “As much as Hayley is happy to have [Elijah] back, her priority is still Hope’s safety.
- 3/30/2017
- TVLine.com
Have you ever wondered what fake drugs and alcohol seen in movies are made of? Prop experts Jeff Butcher (“The Wrestler”) and Eric Cheripka (“American Gangster”) have revealed some tricks of the trade via Refinery29.
For cocaine, Butcher usually uses inositol, a vitamin found in plants and animals that is commonly used to cut the real drug. “It’ll give you a slight energy lift because it’s a Vitamin B,” he said. The vitamin gives people such a strong lift that, according to Butcher, while filming “The Wrestler,” Mickey Rourke asked him, “Are you sure there’s nothing in this, I feel like I’m getting a lift?”
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In a perfect world, the drug would look as realistic as possible in appearance without actors having to actually snort any substance. To accomplish that,...
For cocaine, Butcher usually uses inositol, a vitamin found in plants and animals that is commonly used to cut the real drug. “It’ll give you a slight energy lift because it’s a Vitamin B,” he said. The vitamin gives people such a strong lift that, according to Butcher, while filming “The Wrestler,” Mickey Rourke asked him, “Are you sure there’s nothing in this, I feel like I’m getting a lift?”
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In a perfect world, the drug would look as realistic as possible in appearance without actors having to actually snort any substance. To accomplish that,...
- 3/29/2017
- by Yoselin Acevedo
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: Ben Mendelsohn, “Bloodline”
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: While a number of actors have won this category twice, we haven’t seen a repeat victor since Ray Walston won for “Picket Fences” in 1995 and 1996. That streak will continue at least one more year, given last year’s winner is ineligible in 2017.
Fun Fact: “The West Wing” won this category four times with four different actors: Richard Schiff (2000), Bradley Whitford (2001), John Spencer (2002), and Alan Alda (2006).
With “Game of Thrones” ineligible, this field is wide open. Only three of last year’s six nominees are eligible to earn another nomination in 2017 — Jonathan Banks (“Better Call Saul”), Michael Kelly (“House of Cards”), and Jon Voight (“Ray Donovan”) — meaning even if all three get back in, we’re going to see some new blood this year…
…starting with John Lithgow. The beloved Emmys presence (a five-time winner and 11-time nominee...
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: While a number of actors have won this category twice, we haven’t seen a repeat victor since Ray Walston won for “Picket Fences” in 1995 and 1996. That streak will continue at least one more year, given last year’s winner is ineligible in 2017.
Fun Fact: “The West Wing” won this category four times with four different actors: Richard Schiff (2000), Bradley Whitford (2001), John Spencer (2002), and Alan Alda (2006).
With “Game of Thrones” ineligible, this field is wide open. Only three of last year’s six nominees are eligible to earn another nomination in 2017 — Jonathan Banks (“Better Call Saul”), Michael Kelly (“House of Cards”), and Jon Voight (“Ray Donovan”) — meaning even if all three get back in, we’re going to see some new blood this year…
…starting with John Lithgow. The beloved Emmys presence (a five-time winner and 11-time nominee...
- 3/23/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: Kate McKinnon, “SNL”
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: Though broadcast series have been struggling overall at the Emmys, the Big Four have won 11 of the last 12 trophies in this category (ABC: 4, CBS: 3, Fox: 1, NBC: 3)
Fun Fact: Kristin Wiig and Amy Poehler had been nominated in this category, but Kate McKinnon is the only “SNL” player to win as a Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. (Gilda Radnor won in 1978 when “Saturday Night Live” was considered a variety show.)
It was just two years prior that this category submitted not six, not seven, but eight nominees. And seven of those eight women are still eligible in 2017, meaning competition will be fierce even before the new contenders are factored into the race. Kate McKinnon has only gotten better since her win last year. Gaby Hoffman and Judith Light remained excellent on the latest season of “Transparent.” Allison Janney...
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: Though broadcast series have been struggling overall at the Emmys, the Big Four have won 11 of the last 12 trophies in this category (ABC: 4, CBS: 3, Fox: 1, NBC: 3)
Fun Fact: Kristin Wiig and Amy Poehler had been nominated in this category, but Kate McKinnon is the only “SNL” player to win as a Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. (Gilda Radnor won in 1978 when “Saturday Night Live” was considered a variety show.)
It was just two years prior that this category submitted not six, not seven, but eight nominees. And seven of those eight women are still eligible in 2017, meaning competition will be fierce even before the new contenders are factored into the race. Kate McKinnon has only gotten better since her win last year. Gaby Hoffman and Judith Light remained excellent on the latest season of “Transparent.” Allison Janney...
- 3/23/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: Dame Maggie Smith, “Downton Abbey”
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: After nabbing one nomination in 2013 (Emilia Clarke) and 2014 (Lena Headey), “Game of Thrones” expanded in subsequent years to two nominations in 2015 and three in 2016 (when Maisie Williams snagged her first nod).
Fun Fact: Only two actresses have won this category more than twice: Ellen Corby for “The Waltons” (three times) and Nancy Marchand for “Lou Grant” (four times).
With “Game of Thrones” out of contention and the great Dame Maggie Smith’s “Downton Abbey” over, only two of last year’s nominees are eligible again in 2017: Maura Tierney in “The Affair” and Constance Zimmer in “UnREAL.” Both are coming off their first Emmy nominations, but both of their TV shows lost a bit of buzz in their follow-up seasons. Neither are guarantees (though certainly deserving).
So, who’s going to fill all these slots? There’s no shortage of options.
Still Eligible: No.
Hot Streak: After nabbing one nomination in 2013 (Emilia Clarke) and 2014 (Lena Headey), “Game of Thrones” expanded in subsequent years to two nominations in 2015 and three in 2016 (when Maisie Williams snagged her first nod).
Fun Fact: Only two actresses have won this category more than twice: Ellen Corby for “The Waltons” (three times) and Nancy Marchand for “Lou Grant” (four times).
With “Game of Thrones” out of contention and the great Dame Maggie Smith’s “Downton Abbey” over, only two of last year’s nominees are eligible again in 2017: Maura Tierney in “The Affair” and Constance Zimmer in “UnREAL.” Both are coming off their first Emmy nominations, but both of their TV shows lost a bit of buzz in their follow-up seasons. Neither are guarantees (though certainly deserving).
So, who’s going to fill all these slots? There’s no shortage of options.
- 3/23/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: Louie Anderson, “Baskets”
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: There hasn’t been a back-to-back winner in the category since Jeremy Piven won three years in a row for “Entourage.”
Fun Fact: Tony Hale, Ty Burrell, and Eric Stonestreet have all won twice in the past seven years, but never consecutively.
Last year saw two “Veep” supporting actors land nods, but let’s see if we can get a few more in 2017. In addition to Tony Hale (who’s won twice in the past four years) and Matt Walsh (who snagged his first nod in 2016), Timothy Simons, Kevin Dunn, and Gary Cole are all more than deserving of some TV Academy love. Sure, that would take up five of the six slots, but can we really argue against any of them?
Those willing to try include last year’s winner Louie Anderson, who returns stronger than ever...
Still Eligible: Yes.
Hot Streak: There hasn’t been a back-to-back winner in the category since Jeremy Piven won three years in a row for “Entourage.”
Fun Fact: Tony Hale, Ty Burrell, and Eric Stonestreet have all won twice in the past seven years, but never consecutively.
Last year saw two “Veep” supporting actors land nods, but let’s see if we can get a few more in 2017. In addition to Tony Hale (who’s won twice in the past four years) and Matt Walsh (who snagged his first nod in 2016), Timothy Simons, Kevin Dunn, and Gary Cole are all more than deserving of some TV Academy love. Sure, that would take up five of the six slots, but can we really argue against any of them?
Those willing to try include last year’s winner Louie Anderson, who returns stronger than ever...
- 3/23/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
“I thought I was going to get fired.”
In a perfect world, such a thought would never cross Melanie Lynskey’s mind, for the talented actress would literally never be in danger of getting canned. She could throw fits next to crafty, punch a grip in the face, or burn down the sets, and we’d still forgive her because… Well, because Melanie Lynskey would never do any of that. She’s Melanie Lynskey.
But the actor you fell in love with during “Beautiful Creatures,” “Togetherness,” or the 2017 Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winning film “I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore” did have the thought cross her mind for the strangest of reasons: Tom McCarthy found out she was a recurring cast member on “Two and a Half Men.”
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Lynskey, speaking during a SAG-sponsored conversation at SXSW,...
In a perfect world, such a thought would never cross Melanie Lynskey’s mind, for the talented actress would literally never be in danger of getting canned. She could throw fits next to crafty, punch a grip in the face, or burn down the sets, and we’d still forgive her because… Well, because Melanie Lynskey would never do any of that. She’s Melanie Lynskey.
But the actor you fell in love with during “Beautiful Creatures,” “Togetherness,” or the 2017 Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winning film “I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore” did have the thought cross her mind for the strangest of reasons: Tom McCarthy found out she was a recurring cast member on “Two and a Half Men.”
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Lynskey, speaking during a SAG-sponsored conversation at SXSW,...
- 3/12/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Last Year’s Winner: “Sherlock: The Abominable Bride”
Hot Streak: HBO has won more awards in this category than all the other networks combined. They have 19 total Emmys. CBS and NBC are tied for the second highest total – six.
Fun Fact: “Jackie” fans take note: The First Lady was awarded an Emmy for “A Tour of the White House,” her famous televised walking tour that highlighted the historical alterations and preservations she’d help make to the White House. Jackie Kennedy remains the only First Lady to win a statue (though Michelle Obama’s “Billy on the Street” segment was nominated in 2015).
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HBO’s dominance in the TV Movie category is well-known, even if the network was upset by an “Abominable Bride” last year. It’s back with a vengeance in 2017, touting three big-name contenders with built-in followers.
Hot Streak: HBO has won more awards in this category than all the other networks combined. They have 19 total Emmys. CBS and NBC are tied for the second highest total – six.
Fun Fact: “Jackie” fans take note: The First Lady was awarded an Emmy for “A Tour of the White House,” her famous televised walking tour that highlighted the historical alterations and preservations she’d help make to the White House. Jackie Kennedy remains the only First Lady to win a statue (though Michelle Obama’s “Billy on the Street” segment was nominated in 2015).
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HBO’s dominance in the TV Movie category is well-known, even if the network was upset by an “Abominable Bride” last year. It’s back with a vengeance in 2017, touting three big-name contenders with built-in followers.
- 3/3/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
Warning: Spoiler alert! Do not proceed if you have not watched Wednesday’s season finale of Suits.
Suits’ Mike Ross is officially a lawyer.
After six seasons of skirting the system, Mike finally accomplished the impossible, passing the bar (following a lengthy hearing) and becoming a legitimate attorney at the end of Wednesday’s season finale. The journey to get to that point, however, was risky.
At one point, Mike was offered a deal: Admit his mentor, Harvey Specter, employed him at Pearson Specter Litt knowing full well he had no law degree, and Mike would get in scot-free, meaning Harvey would be disbarred. Thankfully, that didn’t happen.
Related: 'Suits' First Look! Mike Contemplates His Next Move as a 'Free Man'
Instead, it was a surprise visit at the hearing from Jessica Pearson (welcome back, Gina Torres!) that propelled Mike to join the lawyer ranks, returning to Pearson Specter Litt on his own terms...
Suits’ Mike Ross is officially a lawyer.
After six seasons of skirting the system, Mike finally accomplished the impossible, passing the bar (following a lengthy hearing) and becoming a legitimate attorney at the end of Wednesday’s season finale. The journey to get to that point, however, was risky.
At one point, Mike was offered a deal: Admit his mentor, Harvey Specter, employed him at Pearson Specter Litt knowing full well he had no law degree, and Mike would get in scot-free, meaning Harvey would be disbarred. Thankfully, that didn’t happen.
Related: 'Suits' First Look! Mike Contemplates His Next Move as a 'Free Man'
Instead, it was a surprise visit at the hearing from Jessica Pearson (welcome back, Gina Torres!) that propelled Mike to join the lawyer ranks, returning to Pearson Specter Litt on his own terms...
- 3/2/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
This murder mystery isn't as simple as it looks.
Of course, Cheryl knew more about Jason's disappearance. (Scratch that, it's a murder!) She's his twin And the last person who saw him. It's not looking good for her...
On Riverdale Season 1 Episode 2, the hunt for Jason's killer began. As the town honored his memory, Archie and friends were dealing with secrets, and what happened on July 4th.
First and foremost, do you think Cheryl killed him? (Or is somehow involved?) I'm not sure.
The signs are all there though: She's meaner to Betty than usual, the guilt is getting to her, and she's already lied. Cheryl is the poster child for someone with a secret. I could see her being the killer, but it's too easy.
She's also actively trying to find the killer. The look she gave Betty while interrogating her was terrifying, but she's not exactly "killing twin" evil.
Of course, Cheryl knew more about Jason's disappearance. (Scratch that, it's a murder!) She's his twin And the last person who saw him. It's not looking good for her...
On Riverdale Season 1 Episode 2, the hunt for Jason's killer began. As the town honored his memory, Archie and friends were dealing with secrets, and what happened on July 4th.
First and foremost, do you think Cheryl killed him? (Or is somehow involved?) I'm not sure.
The signs are all there though: She's meaner to Betty than usual, the guilt is getting to her, and she's already lied. Cheryl is the poster child for someone with a secret. I could see her being the killer, but it's too easy.
She's also actively trying to find the killer. The look she gave Betty while interrogating her was terrifying, but she's not exactly "killing twin" evil.
- 2/3/2017
- by Justin Carreiro
- TVfanatic
Booth and Brennan had to figure out why the man who married them was tortured and killed in a most horrific manner on Bones Season 12 Episode 4.
Our TV Fanatics Ashley Bisette Sumerel and Christine Orlando are joined by Bones fan, Pam, to debate Aldo’s terrifying murder, who may be in danger next, and whether fecal matter will keep us from the water park after “The Price For the Past.”
Should Booth have made more of an effort to keep in touch with Aldo?
Ashley: Probably? I honestly wish we had seen Aldo at least once more before this story, or at least spent more time talking about him.
Pam: It would have been nice, but life happens. He and Bones were having babies and moved away, then returned after the wedding and he lost touch. The road goes both ways with friendships. Sad thing is Aldo must have lost...
Our TV Fanatics Ashley Bisette Sumerel and Christine Orlando are joined by Bones fan, Pam, to debate Aldo’s terrifying murder, who may be in danger next, and whether fecal matter will keep us from the water park after “The Price For the Past.”
Should Booth have made more of an effort to keep in touch with Aldo?
Ashley: Probably? I honestly wish we had seen Aldo at least once more before this story, or at least spent more time talking about him.
Pam: It would have been nice, but life happens. He and Bones were having babies and moved away, then returned after the wedding and he lost touch. The road goes both ways with friendships. Sad thing is Aldo must have lost...
- 1/28/2017
- by Christine Orlando
- TVfanatic
In a perfect world, both Marvel Studios and DC Films would release movies that are equally enjoyable, each exploring rich thematic territory and taking a different stylistic approach to their storytelling to give audiences a sweeping selection of options when they watch mega-budget superhero films. And in discussing a “perfect world” scenario, we might as well throw in the idea that in that situation, fans would react in a level-headed and reasonable fashion to the fact that not everyone shares their opinion about those movies. But we live in a world in which a vocal subset of fans react as if the end of the world has arrived when critics don’t like a movie they’ve been looking forward to for years, and one in which some people refuse to accept the idea that they can appreciate movies from multiple studios at once. There’s a “line in the...
- 1/3/2017
- by Ben Pearson
- GeekTyrant
In a perfect world, everyone would be able to easily afford all of the necessities of life: food, water, shelter and a life-size replica of Tony Stark's Mark Xliii Iron Man suit. Unfortunately, that's not the case for many people, but if you've got the cash to spare (2.5 million Chinese yuan to be exact, which works out to be close to $360 000 Us) this item from The Toys Asia may interest... Read More...
- 12/22/2016
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The end of the year is a time to contemplate our lives, to count our blessings and enjoy the company of family and friends. It is a time to celebrate peace and goodwill.
It’s also a hell of a time to raise a ruckus.
Most of us here at ComicMix are passionate in our adoration of free speech and the First Amendment. At the same time, we revel in diversity and equal opportunity and think minority groups are worthy of respect.
Some people think these two impulses are mutually exclusive. These people are wrong. And it is more important than ever to say this.
Let’s take a rather frivolous example. There is currently some controversy about the use of the term “alt-right” to describe an assortment of racist and misogynist American nationalist groups. Some people find the label confusing, since it sounds remarkably like “alt-country,” a musical genre that emerged in the 1990s.
It’s also a hell of a time to raise a ruckus.
Most of us here at ComicMix are passionate in our adoration of free speech and the First Amendment. At the same time, we revel in diversity and equal opportunity and think minority groups are worthy of respect.
Some people think these two impulses are mutually exclusive. These people are wrong. And it is more important than ever to say this.
Let’s take a rather frivolous example. There is currently some controversy about the use of the term “alt-right” to describe an assortment of racist and misogynist American nationalist groups. Some people find the label confusing, since it sounds remarkably like “alt-country,” a musical genre that emerged in the 1990s.
- 12/2/2016
- by Martha Thomases
- Comicmix.com
Image via Sony
It ain’t easy being an actor in a big franchise. Sure, as audience members, we have a tendency to romanticize the glamor of it all. We see what comes out on screen, and there’s a certain magic to it that’s hard to shake. Unless you’ve had a chance to experience how the sausage actually gets made, it’s easy to assume that an actor’s career is mostly made up of those high points we see on film. We don’t see the hours of grueling work that goes behind the scenes, the copious amount of boredom that likely hits when waiting around on set, or the insecurity of never really knowing if your character (or the movie, for that matter) is going to work on screen.
It’s a difficult enough thing in a small movie, but when you’re just a...
It ain’t easy being an actor in a big franchise. Sure, as audience members, we have a tendency to romanticize the glamor of it all. We see what comes out on screen, and there’s a certain magic to it that’s hard to shake. Unless you’ve had a chance to experience how the sausage actually gets made, it’s easy to assume that an actor’s career is mostly made up of those high points we see on film. We don’t see the hours of grueling work that goes behind the scenes, the copious amount of boredom that likely hits when waiting around on set, or the insecurity of never really knowing if your character (or the movie, for that matter) is going to work on screen.
It’s a difficult enough thing in a small movie, but when you’re just a...
- 11/29/2016
- by Joseph Medina
- LRMonline.com
The rock star and provocateur is imperturbably articulate and droll in this entertaining documentary made of archive footage and interview clips
This excellent documentary doesn’t spell it out, but Frank Zappa was actually Frank Zappa’s real name (unlike, say, Ziggy Stardust) and everything about him was authentic, presented to the public on a take-it-or-leave-it basis. If anyone deserves an approving sobriquet with the “American” prefix – American Original, American Genius, American Rebel – it was Zappa, the rock’n’roll musician, freak-provocateur and contemporary composer and orchestral arranger influenced by Anton Webern, Edgard Varèse and Igor Stravinsky. This film allows him to speak “in his own words”, which means clips from his imperturbably droll, articulate performances in TV interviews over the years during which he morphed from sensually hirsute rock god to bearded patriarch, without selling out or putting on weight.
In a perfect world, “Zappa in his own words...
This excellent documentary doesn’t spell it out, but Frank Zappa was actually Frank Zappa’s real name (unlike, say, Ziggy Stardust) and everything about him was authentic, presented to the public on a take-it-or-leave-it basis. If anyone deserves an approving sobriquet with the “American” prefix – American Original, American Genius, American Rebel – it was Zappa, the rock’n’roll musician, freak-provocateur and contemporary composer and orchestral arranger influenced by Anton Webern, Edgard Varèse and Igor Stravinsky. This film allows him to speak “in his own words”, which means clips from his imperturbably droll, articulate performances in TV interviews over the years during which he morphed from sensually hirsute rock god to bearded patriarch, without selling out or putting on weight.
In a perfect world, “Zappa in his own words...
- 11/21/2016
- by Peter Bradshaw at the International Documentary film festival Amsterdam
- The Guardian - Film News
In a perfect world, Annette Bening would be celebrated for her age and experience. If you put The Grifters and 20th Century Women side-by-side you see a remarkable transformation, both...
- 11/16/2016
- by Sasha Stone
- AwardsDaily.com
With Joe Carnahan (The A-Team) writing the script and Shawn Levy (Stranger Things) set to direct the feature film adaptation of Uncharted, it looks like Sony Pictures is ready to finally move this film forward and into production!
Directors David O. Russell, Neil Burger, and Seth Gordon have all been attached to direct the film at various stages of production, but it seems like Levy is the one that's going to make it happen. During a recent interview with Collider, Carnahan talked about the film, and it sounds like he really wants to get this movie right for the fans.
"I can tell you that Shawn Levy and I sat down last weekend, he has fantastic knowledge. Here’s the thing, Shawn is an incredibly bright, incredibly skilled, talented guy, and you sit with him for five minutes and you know and understand why he has the level of success he’s had.
Directors David O. Russell, Neil Burger, and Seth Gordon have all been attached to direct the film at various stages of production, but it seems like Levy is the one that's going to make it happen. During a recent interview with Collider, Carnahan talked about the film, and it sounds like he really wants to get this movie right for the fans.
"I can tell you that Shawn Levy and I sat down last weekend, he has fantastic knowledge. Here’s the thing, Shawn is an incredibly bright, incredibly skilled, talented guy, and you sit with him for five minutes and you know and understand why he has the level of success he’s had.
- 11/2/2016
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
After three wild decades of fame, Jon Bon Jovi opens up about life on the road – and how he and wife Dorothea keep their love strong. Subscribe now for his untold story, only in People!
Not too many rock stars are as adept at domestic life as Jon Bon Jovi.
Sure he has legions of fans, many since the ’80s, when his band Bon Jovi catapulted to stardom with their hit album Slippery When Wet. But that doesn’t mean the perennial sex symbol is a rolling stone.
“I’m not a journeyman,” Bon Jovi, 54, tells People in this week’s cover story.
Not too many rock stars are as adept at domestic life as Jon Bon Jovi.
Sure he has legions of fans, many since the ’80s, when his band Bon Jovi catapulted to stardom with their hit album Slippery When Wet. But that doesn’t mean the perennial sex symbol is a rolling stone.
“I’m not a journeyman,” Bon Jovi, 54, tells People in this week’s cover story.
- 11/2/2016
- by janinerubensteinpeoplemagcom
- PEOPLE.com
Once pushed to the fringes over at Sony, the long-awaited Uncharted movie is officially moving forward with Stranger Things director Shawn Levy at the helm.
It’s still early, early days, but thanks to a new interview conducted by Collider, screenwriter Joe Carnahan (Smokin’ Aces, The A-Team, The Grey) has outlined the creative thinking behind the adaptation and, specifically, which elements of Nathan Drake’s history will be carried over onto the silver screen.
First up, Carnahan reflects on his early meetings with Levy, and how the creative pair have referred to Raiders of the Lost Ark as an example of a swashbuckling hero. But Nathan Drake is a treasure hunter first and foremost, and here Carnahan describes him as the “anti-Indy” in the sense that both Drake and his old pal Sully aren’t necessarily the archetypal good guys.
I can tell you that Shawn Levy and I sat down last weekend,...
It’s still early, early days, but thanks to a new interview conducted by Collider, screenwriter Joe Carnahan (Smokin’ Aces, The A-Team, The Grey) has outlined the creative thinking behind the adaptation and, specifically, which elements of Nathan Drake’s history will be carried over onto the silver screen.
First up, Carnahan reflects on his early meetings with Levy, and how the creative pair have referred to Raiders of the Lost Ark as an example of a swashbuckling hero. But Nathan Drake is a treasure hunter first and foremost, and here Carnahan describes him as the “anti-Indy” in the sense that both Drake and his old pal Sully aren’t necessarily the archetypal good guys.
I can tell you that Shawn Levy and I sat down last weekend,...
- 11/1/2016
- by Michael Briers
- We Got This Covered
In a perfect world, we would like the judicial system to work with the aim of protecting the innocent, but in this cynical age we know that this doesn’t always happen. The Night Of takes us through a trip through this system, showing just how dark and heartless it can be.
When Nasir (Riz Ahmed) borrows his father’s taxi without permission to go to a party, he finds himself with a beautiful woman in the back asking for a ride. When things lead to him partying with her at her home, a combination of drugs and alcohol lead to him passing out, only to wake up to find her dead. The only suspect in the murder, he soon finds himself in a fight for not only his freedom but also his survival of the judicial system.
The first episode of The Night Of is almost clinical in how...
When Nasir (Riz Ahmed) borrows his father’s taxi without permission to go to a party, he finds himself with a beautiful woman in the back asking for a ride. When things lead to him partying with her at her home, a combination of drugs and alcohol lead to him passing out, only to wake up to find her dead. The only suspect in the murder, he soon finds himself in a fight for not only his freedom but also his survival of the judicial system.
The first episode of The Night Of is almost clinical in how...
- 10/27/2016
- by Paul Metcalf
- Nerdly
Here we go, folks. We’re in the pivotal last couple months until Assassin’s Creed hits theaters. By all accounts, that should be the film to hit it big at the box office and put an end to the decades-long curse that has plagued video game movies. When this happens, no studio wants to be caught with their pants down, and will want to be as far along in development of their own respective properties so that they may capitalize on this success.
As such, it’s no surprise that Sony Pictures decided now, of all times, was the right time to hire director Shawn Levy to helm the Uncharted film, which is based on the video game franchise of the same name.
For some time, it was assumed that The Grey director Joe Carnahan would direct the film, since he was the one brought on board to write the screenplay.
As such, it’s no surprise that Sony Pictures decided now, of all times, was the right time to hire director Shawn Levy to helm the Uncharted film, which is based on the video game franchise of the same name.
For some time, it was assumed that The Grey director Joe Carnahan would direct the film, since he was the one brought on board to write the screenplay.
- 10/25/2016
- by Joseph Medina
- LRMonline.com
Former pro volleyball player Gabrielle Reece and her husband, surfer Laird Hamilton, are both superstar athletes â. but they rarely work out together.
“We joke that the only time we really work out together is in the pool because you can’t talk because you’re underwater,” Reece, 46, told People while at Sambazon’s “Train Like a Warrior” event in Malibu on Wednesday. “We do the pool and sauna and icing together, but our other training we do separate. I feel if you’re married and live together, you need to create your own spaces.”
But they do encourage each...
“We joke that the only time we really work out together is in the pool because you can’t talk because you’re underwater,” Reece, 46, told People while at Sambazon’s “Train Like a Warrior” event in Malibu on Wednesday. “We do the pool and sauna and icing together, but our other training we do separate. I feel if you’re married and live together, you need to create your own spaces.”
But they do encourage each...
- 10/20/2016
- by gabrielleolya1
- PEOPLE.com
As I've said in the past, Designated Survivor has largely, dare I say, survived on its incredibly strong premise: what would happen if all three branches of government, save for one man, were killed in a terrorist attack? Up until this point, they've done a solid job -- not in making this scenario believable -- but in making an entertaining ride.
They've made President Kirkman a likable, unlikely leader -- an honest leader many would genuinely like to see in the White House, especially in today's political climate. But, of course, things in D.C. are rarely black and white, and oftentimes decisions that hurt people need to be made. For the first few episodes, the series managed to get away with it. Kirkman was still adjusting to the job and wanted to make sure he had all the facts before making any rash decisions.
But a number of events...
They've made President Kirkman a likable, unlikely leader -- an honest leader many would genuinely like to see in the White House, especially in today's political climate. But, of course, things in D.C. are rarely black and white, and oftentimes decisions that hurt people need to be made. For the first few episodes, the series managed to get away with it. Kirkman was still adjusting to the job and wanted to make sure he had all the facts before making any rash decisions.
But a number of events...
- 10/13/2016
- by Joseph Medina
- LRMonline.com
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