IFC fleshes out ‘Babylon’ cast
IFC has announced the rest of the cast for the mini-series ‘The Spoils of Babylon’, produced by Adam McKay and Will Ferrell. Starring the aforementioned Ferrell and previously announced cast members Kristin Wiig, Haley Joel Osment, and Tobey Maguire, the series has a 6 episode order. Joining the cast are Jessica Alba, Val Kilmer, Tim Robbins, and Michael Sheen. The Spoils Of Babylon is a century-spanning saga following the exploits of the Morehouse family. Continue reading IFC fleshes out ‘Babylon’ cast
“The 101 Best Written TV Series Of All Time” According To WGA/TV Guide
The WGA in cooperation with TV Guide has released their list of the 101 (or so) Best Written TV Series Of All Time. Here’s that list:
1) The Sopranos- HBO
2) Seinfeld- NBC
3) The Twilight Zone- CBS
4) All In The Family- CBS
5) MASH- CBS
6) The Mary Tyler Moore Show- CBS
7) Mad Men- AMC
8) Cheers- NBC
9) The Wire- HBO
10) The West Wing- NBC
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Former ‘Idol’ Doing Porn Now…
I don’t intend to post too many of these, but this is kinda hilarious. http://www.tmz.com/2013/06/03/american-idol-gay-porn-nathaniel-marshall/ Former American Idol contestant Nathaniel Marshall is doing gay porn now. His porn name is Jadyn Daniels. There really isn’t much more to say about this… other than I really hope they feature him as an esteemed alumni during next seasons results shows. Continue reading Former ‘Idol’ Doing Porn Now…
Marisa Ramirez promoted to series regular on ‘Blue Bloods’
Marisa Ramirez, who joined the show last season, has been promoted to series regular on Blue Bloods. She plays Danny’s (Donnie Wahlberg) partner. She was one of three potential girls who could have taken the spot vacated controversially by Jennifer Esposito, who was let go after Season 2, and has claimed she was forced out because she has Celiac Disease. Ramirez has also been seen on Body Of Proof and Against The Wall. Continue reading Marisa Ramirez promoted to series regular on ‘Blue Bloods’
Indie Box Office: ‘Before Midnight’ still cleans up, ‘Kings Of Summer’ debuts strong
Here’s a look at some indie/limited release films you may have heard of, and how they did this weekend at the box office: Frances Ha- 500K weekend, 4K per screen average, 1.5M total Before Midnight- 430K weekend, 13K per screen average, 800K total Stories We Tell- 119K weekend, 3K per screen average, 906K total The East- 75K weekend, 18K per screen average, 75K total The Kings Of Summer- 58K weekend, 14K per screen average, 58K total Continue reading Indie Box Office: ‘Before Midnight’ still cleans up, ‘Kings Of Summer’ debuts strong
Movie Review: Oz The Great and Powerful
STARRING: James Franco, Mila Kunis, Michelle Williams, Rachel Weisz, Zach Braff, Joey King, Bill Cobbs, Tony Cox, Abigail Spencer, Bruce Campbell WRITTEN BY: Mitchell Kapner and David Lindsay-Abaire DIRECTED BY: Sam Raimi A long time ago, in a galaxy far far… in Kansas, there lived a man named Oscar (James Franco) who was a hack magician that dreamed of being greater than he currently was. Then, in came a tornado that sweeps him away, leaving behind his assistant (Zach Braff), and two girls he might like to sleep with (Abigail Spencer/Michelle Williams) only to find himself in the magical land … Continue reading Movie Review: Oz The Great and Powerful
Weekend Box Office: A rousing shakeup and ‘After Earth’ bombs
1) Fast and Furious 6- 34.0M weekend, 169.8M total After dominating last week, it should be no surprise that Fast 6 was able to dominate again with not much of a fight from the new releases. The big question next week is The Internship, which just did a sneak preview last night, and swears that audiences love it. We shall see next weekend if they can trump the third weekend of Fast. 2) Now You See Me- 27.5M weekend, 27.5M total A low cost caper film beat out an A-lister’s post apocalyptic actioner. That’s the news story here. Jesse Eisenberg … Continue reading Weekend Box Office: A rousing shakeup and ‘After Earth’ bombs
Hilarious ‘Before Midnight’ Alamo Drafhouse Ad
Julie Delpy and Ethan Hawke filmed a Before Midnight PSA for the Alamo Drafthouse, encouraging you to STFU during the movie. Continue reading Hilarious ‘Before Midnight’ Alamo Drafhouse Ad
Matt Smith Exits ‘Doctor Who’
In news that may or may not shock you, there will be a new Doctor next season. Matt Smith is exiting Doctor Who after 4 great seasons on the show. A replacement has not yet been announced, but I assure you when it is, it will be a really big deal. Continue reading Matt Smith Exits ‘Doctor Who’
RIP Jean Stapleton
Jean Stapleton, best known for playing Edith Bunker on All In The Family, has died at the age of 90 of natural causes at her home. Her contribution to TV goes beyond being a Bunker, and into roles Archie Bunkers Place, Beakman’s World, Scarecrow and Mrs King, and Touched By An Angel. Continue reading RIP Jean Stapleton
Dan Harmon returning to ‘Community’
According to Dan Harmon himself, via his Twitter, he will be returning to Community, and according to the studio, final deals are just being smoothed out. This is great news for fans of the show, who may have felt the show lacked in quality last season without Dan at the helm. Interestingly, in his tweet, he said for fans to thank Joel McHale. Did Joel throw his star power around and get Dan rehired? I would think that there is no “throwing around” for a show that just barely got renewed. Continue reading Dan Harmon returning to ‘Community’
USA Passes On ‘Happy Endings’
If you need me, I’ll be in my kitchen eating all of my ice cream. In what is heartbreaking news for me, one of the biggest fans of Happy Endings, USA has decided not to pick up the sitcom, citing low ratings as a reason. The rabid fanbase is pushing Sony to help find it a new home, perhaps on Amazon, which just ordered two new comedies. This is totally not ah-mah-zing news. Continue reading USA Passes On ‘Happy Endings’
Friday Box Office: ‘After Earth’ flops in third
1) Fast and Furious 6 After raking in 10.5 million yesterday, Fast 6 seems on track to easily win the weekend again, bringing in another 35 million. That’s still quite a drop from last week, and even slightly disappointing considering the lack of a fight that After Earth has put up. 2) Now You See Me Now You See Me raked in 10M from late Thursday shows and Friday. The film is dramatically overperforming, and is looking at a weekend gross of 27M, above the studio’s projection of 20M. Now You See Me also managed an A Cinemascore (somehow), which … Continue reading Friday Box Office: ‘After Earth’ flops in third
The Contenders: A Look At 5 Upcoming Oscar Hopefuls
1) Nebraska Alexander Payne (The Descendants, Sideways) returns with a film that was a huge hit at Cannes this year. Lead actor Bruce Dern even won an award there. With Will Forte in the cast, might he get a surprising Best Supporting Actor nomination? Or is Macgruber too much of a long shot? Nebraska features an aging alcoholic making a road trip with his son to claim a million dollar prize. Basically, the pundits agree that it is a strong contender for a Best Picture, Director, Actor, and Screenplay nomination. The wildcard here is Forte. 2) American Hustle Every once … Continue reading The Contenders: A Look At 5 Upcoming Oscar Hopefuls
Sam Mendes to return for Bond 24 (and Bond 25?)
After the acclaim that Skyfall received, it should be no surprised that Sam Mendes has signed to return for Bond 24. But the rumor is also that he’s in talks for Bond 25 also, locking him in for two more films. Daniel Craig’s Bond contract ends also with Bond 25. Continue reading Sam Mendes to return for Bond 24 (and Bond 25?)
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