The news broke yesterday that Andy Serkis will direct and star in The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, a new movie which aims to bring the iconic franchise back to theaters.
Peter Jackson is producing the project, but if the premise sounds familiar, it's probably because a 2009 fan-made short film - also titled The Hunt for Gollum - has been racking up millions of views on YouTube for the past decade-and-a-half. Until earlier today, that is.
Directed by Chris Bouchard, the 39-minute film is mighty ambitious and received plenty of praise when it was released. Set during the opening act of The Fellowship of the Ring, the short elaborates on Aragorn's hunt for Gollum and is presumably the same story Warner Bros.' upcoming movie will tell.
Likely in response to fans and news outlets pointing out the similarities, the studio has hit the video with...
Peter Jackson is producing the project, but if the premise sounds familiar, it's probably because a 2009 fan-made short film - also titled The Hunt for Gollum - has been racking up millions of views on YouTube for the past decade-and-a-half. Until earlier today, that is.
Directed by Chris Bouchard, the 39-minute film is mighty ambitious and received plenty of praise when it was released. Set during the opening act of The Fellowship of the Ring, the short elaborates on Aragorn's hunt for Gollum and is presumably the same story Warner Bros.' upcoming movie will tell.
Likely in response to fans and news outlets pointing out the similarities, the studio has hit the video with...
- 5/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
While Amazon continues Tolkien’s Middle-Earth adventures with The Rings of Power series, Warner Bros. would run with their own rights to the IP, which would be parallel to the show — not intended to intersect. It was recently announced that Warners is bringing back Peter Jackson, who made his bigger-budget blockbuster career on the Lord of the Rings movies back in the early 2000s. Jackson will produce a film that Andy Serkis will direct, which is a Gollum spin-off, tentatively titled The Hunt for Gollum. A statement from the studio would comment, “We are honored they have agreed be our partners on these two new films. With Andy coming aboard to direct Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum(*Wt), we continue an important commitment to excellence that is a true hallmark of how we all want to venture ahead and further contribute to the Lord of the Rings cinematic history.
- 5/10/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Hearties have been buzzing since When Calls The Heart (Wcth) Season 11, Episode 4, ‘Along Came A Spider’ aired this past Sunday, April 28, and the show did not disappoint. The very mysterious Jeanette Aucoin (Cecilia Deacon) arrived in Hope Valley, and very quickly, the drama amongst the townsfolk was stirred.
While Wcth fans don’t know much about Lucas Bouchard’s past, and Jeanette is part of a time Hearties weren’t familiar with him, so many question marks remain about this interesting woman and what role she plays in Lucas’s story.
When Calls The Heart Spoilers – Chris McNally Reveals More Details About Jeanette & Lucas
During Heart Beats, TV Insider’s Wcth after show, actor Chris McNally revealed some insights into Lucas and Jeanette.
He was asked if Lucas trusts Jeanette and if Bouchard feels uncomfortable around her as she represents his past or if it is because he knows what she’s like.
While Wcth fans don’t know much about Lucas Bouchard’s past, and Jeanette is part of a time Hearties weren’t familiar with him, so many question marks remain about this interesting woman and what role she plays in Lucas’s story.
When Calls The Heart Spoilers – Chris McNally Reveals More Details About Jeanette & Lucas
During Heart Beats, TV Insider’s Wcth after show, actor Chris McNally revealed some insights into Lucas and Jeanette.
He was asked if Lucas trusts Jeanette and if Bouchard feels uncomfortable around her as she represents his past or if it is because he knows what she’s like.
- 5/1/2024
- by Dorathy Gass
- Celebrating The Soaps
Wcth Season 11 continues with Episode 3, entitled “Steps Forward.” Hallmark has shared both a Preview Video and a Sneak Peek. Firstly, Hope Valley has a stately visitor.
Next, in a Sneak Peek, two of Hope Valley’s finest minds try to sort out what really happened after Lucas got shot.
Here are both videos for Hearties to watch.
Wcth Photo: Chris McNally, Jack Wagner, Ben Rosenbaum, Kevin McGarry Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Ricardo Hubbs What Is Wcth Season 11, Episode 3 ‘Steps Forward’ About?
Firstly, what is Wcth Season 11, Episode 3, “Steps Forward” about? According to the Hallmark press release, “Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) and Bill (Jack Wagner) team up to investigate a case they believe shouldn’t be closed. The women of Hope Valley start a daycare. Hickam (Ben Rosenbaum) and Mei (Amanda Wong) celebrate a milestone.”
This brief synopsis just touches on what happens in the upcoming episode, but it does not include...
Next, in a Sneak Peek, two of Hope Valley’s finest minds try to sort out what really happened after Lucas got shot.
Here are both videos for Hearties to watch.
Wcth Photo: Chris McNally, Jack Wagner, Ben Rosenbaum, Kevin McGarry Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Ricardo Hubbs What Is Wcth Season 11, Episode 3 ‘Steps Forward’ About?
Firstly, what is Wcth Season 11, Episode 3, “Steps Forward” about? According to the Hallmark press release, “Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) and Bill (Jack Wagner) team up to investigate a case they believe shouldn’t be closed. The women of Hope Valley start a daycare. Hickam (Ben Rosenbaum) and Mei (Amanda Wong) celebrate a milestone.”
This brief synopsis just touches on what happens in the upcoming episode, but it does not include...
- 4/15/2024
- by Georgia Makitalo
- TV Shows Ace
Most animated shows have a general idea of what their characters are going to be when they start casting, but in the case of the Fox family sitcom "Bob's Burgers," they actually worked in reverse. The series went backwards by starting with a cast in mind and then created the Belcher family inspired by the cast and their specific talents. It's a pretty unique way to create a television show, but it worked great because the voice actors each bring so much to the table that the show actually uses a mixture of written script and improv to bring the Belchers to life, something very few animated shows would ever even attempt.
H. Jon Benjamin is perfect as the family's fumbling but loving patriarch, Bob, while John Roberts somehow manages to change his voice to the perfect pitch for Bob's wine-chugging, song-singing wife Linda. It's not super unusual for voice...
H. Jon Benjamin is perfect as the family's fumbling but loving patriarch, Bob, while John Roberts somehow manages to change his voice to the perfect pitch for Bob's wine-chugging, song-singing wife Linda. It's not super unusual for voice...
- 4/6/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
Hallmark has released a brand new Wcth‘ Season 11 Video Preview entitled “Infinite Possibilities.” This video shows love blooming for Elizabeth and Nathan. That is not the only Hope Valley couple who are enjoying a romance.
However, something serious is happening with Lucas. This concerns Rosemary and Bill. What is happening with the new Governor Lucas?
Here are all the details including the brand-new When Calls The Heart video.
When Calls The Heart Photo: Erin Krakow, Kevin McGarry Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Sven Boecker What Does New Wcth Video Preview ‘Infinite Possibilities’ Reveal About Season 11?
On Sunday, Hallmark released a brand-new Wcth Video Preview called “Infinite Possibilities.” This clip is for the upcoming Season 11 first episodes. What does it reveal? Elizabeth starts the preview, “Lately, I’ve just been feeling open to infinite possibilities.” Along with that is Nathan (Kevin McGarry) in full red serge, heading towards Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) who...
However, something serious is happening with Lucas. This concerns Rosemary and Bill. What is happening with the new Governor Lucas?
Here are all the details including the brand-new When Calls The Heart video.
When Calls The Heart Photo: Erin Krakow, Kevin McGarry Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Sven Boecker What Does New Wcth Video Preview ‘Infinite Possibilities’ Reveal About Season 11?
On Sunday, Hallmark released a brand-new Wcth Video Preview called “Infinite Possibilities.” This clip is for the upcoming Season 11 first episodes. What does it reveal? Elizabeth starts the preview, “Lately, I’ve just been feeling open to infinite possibilities.” Along with that is Nathan (Kevin McGarry) in full red serge, heading towards Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) who...
- 3/17/2024
- by Georgia Makitalo
- TV Shows Ace
The long-running Fox animated comedy series "Bob's Burgers" is a little different than its channel mates "Family Guy" and "The Simpsons." Sure, all of these shows are animated comedies about a nuclear family consisting of a mom, dad, and their three children, but "Bob's Burgers" is as full of warm, fuzzy feelings as it is laughs. The writers on the series really know when to take a step back from the jokes and let the drama unfold, giving the characters quite a bit more depth than the average cartoon comedy. The misadventures of the Belcher family, who operate a burger joint in the fictional city of Seymour's Bay, are fiercely funny, but they're also full of a tremendous amount of heart. It's what sets "Bob's Burgers" apart, but according to series creator Loren Bouchard, at least one Fox executive just didn't seem to understand that.
In an interview with The New York Times,...
In an interview with The New York Times,...
- 3/10/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
If the devil’s in the details, Evil fans are going to want to look very closely at these exclusive new photos from Season 4.
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Paramount+’s spooky drama won’t return until early 2024, but as part of TVLine’s #2024FirstLook, we’ve got a special sneak peek at what David, Kristen, Ben...
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Paramount+’s spooky drama won’t return until early 2024, but as part of TVLine’s #2024FirstLook, we’ve got a special sneak peek at what David, Kristen, Ben...
- 12/28/2023
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
Caroline Wozniacki and Eugenie Bouchard are slated to officially face each other on the opening weekend to kick off the Dallas Open, an Atp-only event.
For the second year in a row, two Wta players will herald the start of Tour-level tennis in Dallas, Texas. Last year, Madison Keys and Sloane Stephens were brought in as replacements for Venus Williams and Danielle Collins and played an exhibition match dubbed the Women's Tennis Classic.
The tournament organizers have already planned next year's edition by inviting former Wta No. 1 Wozniacki, who is set to resume her comeback from retirement in January, and 2014 Wimbledon finalist Bouchard to entertain a vibrant American crowd.
Bouchard's long-term future as a tennis pro remains in doubt, having committed to play pickleball in 2024 and even announcing her first official tournament playing the paddle sport.
As most of her peers on the tennis circuit pack their bags for the long trip to Australia,...
For the second year in a row, two Wta players will herald the start of Tour-level tennis in Dallas, Texas. Last year, Madison Keys and Sloane Stephens were brought in as replacements for Venus Williams and Danielle Collins and played an exhibition match dubbed the Women's Tennis Classic.
The tournament organizers have already planned next year's edition by inviting former Wta No. 1 Wozniacki, who is set to resume her comeback from retirement in January, and 2014 Wimbledon finalist Bouchard to entertain a vibrant American crowd.
Bouchard's long-term future as a tennis pro remains in doubt, having committed to play pickleball in 2024 and even announcing her first official tournament playing the paddle sport.
As most of her peers on the tennis circuit pack their bags for the long trip to Australia,...
- 12/16/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Eugenie Bouchard is set to play pickleball professionally in 2024, and she has already announced her first tournament of the season.
Only recently, the Canadian announced a surprising move to pickleball, but even despite the switch, she still competed on the Wta Tour and even represented Canada at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
However, one thing is now clear when it comes to her tennis career, and that's the fact that Bouchard won't compete at the 2024 Australian Open. That seemed to be confirmed already when she didn't appear on the entry list, but she still could have received a surprising wild card.
But that won't happen, as at the start of the tournament, Bouchard will be on a completely different continent, competing on the 2024 Carvana Ppa Tour at the Hyundai Masters at Mission Hills Country Club in Palm Springs.
Bouchard is set to team up with Tyler Loong for mixed doubles at the event,...
Only recently, the Canadian announced a surprising move to pickleball, but even despite the switch, she still competed on the Wta Tour and even represented Canada at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
However, one thing is now clear when it comes to her tennis career, and that's the fact that Bouchard won't compete at the 2024 Australian Open. That seemed to be confirmed already when she didn't appear on the entry list, but she still could have received a surprising wild card.
But that won't happen, as at the start of the tournament, Bouchard will be on a completely different continent, competing on the 2024 Carvana Ppa Tour at the Hyundai Masters at Mission Hills Country Club in Palm Springs.
Bouchard is set to team up with Tyler Loong for mixed doubles at the event,...
- 12/16/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Eugenie Bouchard has leaped into the defense of Nick Kyrgios in light of his current stint as a match commentator for Tennis Channel.
Because of Kyrgios' bad-boy persona on he court, he has grown to become a divisive figure in the tennis world. So, while Kyrgios' work as a pundit at the Atp Finals has been positively received, it was clear he was not going to please all the masses.
Several fans were clearly not happy that the Australian maverick was getting all the attention even while he was injured. One annoyed fan wrote on Instagram, "When are you people going to stop giving this guy a platform?"
Bouchard, who appears to have taken his leave from Canada's celebrations after clinching a historic first Billie Jean King Cup title, fired back to the detractor. The 29-year-old responded, "Stop being a hater!"
It is pertinent to note that Bouchard has previously...
Because of Kyrgios' bad-boy persona on he court, he has grown to become a divisive figure in the tennis world. So, while Kyrgios' work as a pundit at the Atp Finals has been positively received, it was clear he was not going to please all the masses.
Several fans were clearly not happy that the Australian maverick was getting all the attention even while he was injured. One annoyed fan wrote on Instagram, "When are you people going to stop giving this guy a platform?"
Bouchard, who appears to have taken his leave from Canada's celebrations after clinching a historic first Billie Jean King Cup title, fired back to the detractor. The 29-year-old responded, "Stop being a hater!"
It is pertinent to note that Bouchard has previously...
- 11/18/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Eugenie Bouchard might have turned to pickleball, but she'll play for Canada at this year's Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
Eugenie Bouchard will likely never hit the peak she had early on in her tennis career, which is unfortunate, but she still has chances to make some great memories. She was selected as part of the Canadian Billie Jean King Cup team, and should the team go all the way, then it would be quite something for her.
She announced earlier this year that she's switching to pickleball but will have a chance to prove she still has 'it' in tennis. Speaking ahead of the event, Bouchard admitted she's very excited about playing for her country.
Yeah, very excited. I think it's always special playing for your country. I've done it many times over my career. I always enjoy having the support of teammates, because normally we play an individual...
Eugenie Bouchard will likely never hit the peak she had early on in her tennis career, which is unfortunate, but she still has chances to make some great memories. She was selected as part of the Canadian Billie Jean King Cup team, and should the team go all the way, then it would be quite something for her.
She announced earlier this year that she's switching to pickleball but will have a chance to prove she still has 'it' in tennis. Speaking ahead of the event, Bouchard admitted she's very excited about playing for her country.
Yeah, very excited. I think it's always special playing for your country. I've done it many times over my career. I always enjoy having the support of teammates, because normally we play an individual...
- 11/7/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Eugenie Bouchard never put together the career many saw for her, but even so, she's still respected in her native Canada as she was selected for the Canadian Billie Jean King Cup team.
Bouchard once made a deep run at Wimbledon as a teenager which kind of amazed everybody as people thought that we got a new tennis star on the Wta Tour. She didn't quite live up to that though her career was greatly impacted by injuries as well.
The injuries had a particularly negative impact in recent years as she attempted a comeback which got completely derailed by a shoulder injury. It's unfortunate because she did play some really good tennis. Even this year, Bouchard had her moments but once again dealt with injury problems.
It's not been the best of seasons, and she seems slowly to be moving away from tennis as she signed up to play...
Bouchard once made a deep run at Wimbledon as a teenager which kind of amazed everybody as people thought that we got a new tennis star on the Wta Tour. She didn't quite live up to that though her career was greatly impacted by injuries as well.
The injuries had a particularly negative impact in recent years as she attempted a comeback which got completely derailed by a shoulder injury. It's unfortunate because she did play some really good tennis. Even this year, Bouchard had her moments but once again dealt with injury problems.
It's not been the best of seasons, and she seems slowly to be moving away from tennis as she signed up to play...
- 10/9/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
When the whole gang gets together to solve a problem, they're unstoppable.
That was the experience on When Calls the Heart Season 10 Episode 10 when what seemed like an insurmountable problem arose in our beloved Hope Valley.
When you can't trust your leaders, who can you trust? Well, you can trust Lucas, Nathan, Lee, Elizabeth, and Rosemary. And Bill. We don't want to forget Bill.
The problem was quite severe, with Montague stealing water for the city folk.
These valleys are the past. Union City is the future.
Montague Permalink: These valleys are the past. Union City is the future. Added: September 29, 2023
It's a common theme in entertainment for the little guy to suffer at the hands of the big guy, often for expansion rights or just to make money. In this case, it was a bit of both.
If you watch When Calls the Heart online, you know things have...
That was the experience on When Calls the Heart Season 10 Episode 10 when what seemed like an insurmountable problem arose in our beloved Hope Valley.
When you can't trust your leaders, who can you trust? Well, you can trust Lucas, Nathan, Lee, Elizabeth, and Rosemary. And Bill. We don't want to forget Bill.
The problem was quite severe, with Montague stealing water for the city folk.
These valleys are the past. Union City is the future.
Montague Permalink: These valleys are the past. Union City is the future. Added: September 29, 2023
It's a common theme in entertainment for the little guy to suffer at the hands of the big guy, often for expansion rights or just to make money. In this case, it was a bit of both.
If you watch When Calls the Heart online, you know things have...
- 10/2/2023
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Eugenie Bouchard finally made her new relationship with Jack Brinkley-Cook public via Instagram.
The Canadian received a surprise main draw wildcard at the tournament in Guadalajara merely weeks ago . She would end up losing in the second round, but put up a good fight against Russia's Veronika Kudermetova on the day.
But perhaps what has not come as much of a shock is Bouchard confirming that she is in a relationship with Jack Brinkley-Cook.
Both Bouchard and Brinkley-Cook were spotted several times together and enjoying one another's company. In addition to this, Brinkley-Cook was a notable spectator in Bouchard's player box when she competed at the Madrid Open earlier this year.
Brinkley-Cook is no stranger to life in the public eye and perhaps can empathize with Bouchard's struggles on a tennis court in recent seasons. He is the son of Christie Brinkley, who is both a supermodel actress and a recognized entrepreneur.
The Canadian received a surprise main draw wildcard at the tournament in Guadalajara merely weeks ago . She would end up losing in the second round, but put up a good fight against Russia's Veronika Kudermetova on the day.
But perhaps what has not come as much of a shock is Bouchard confirming that she is in a relationship with Jack Brinkley-Cook.
Both Bouchard and Brinkley-Cook were spotted several times together and enjoying one another's company. In addition to this, Brinkley-Cook was a notable spectator in Bouchard's player box when she competed at the Madrid Open earlier this year.
Brinkley-Cook is no stranger to life in the public eye and perhaps can empathize with Bouchard's struggles on a tennis court in recent seasons. He is the son of Christie Brinkley, who is both a supermodel actress and a recognized entrepreneur.
- 10/1/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Maple Syrup Massacre is an editorial series where Joe Lipsett dissects the themes, conventions and contributions of new and classic Canadian horror films. Spoilers follow…
There’s a moment, very late in Tom at the Farm, when the film’s antagonist Francis Longchamp (Pierre-Yves Cardinal) wears a denim jacket with USA emblazoned on the back. The film’s protagonist – Tom – has been held hostage by Francis for several weeks by this point while the pair role play domestic roles in a psychosexual power game. Francis, it should be noted, is also the older brother of Tom’s recently deceased lover and Tom submits to the ruse, in part, because Francis smells and resembles his ex.
At the end of the film, however, Tom finally flees into the Québec woods, steals Francis’ car, and escapes back to the safety of Montreal, the largest city in the province and the third biggest in Canada.
There’s a moment, very late in Tom at the Farm, when the film’s antagonist Francis Longchamp (Pierre-Yves Cardinal) wears a denim jacket with USA emblazoned on the back. The film’s protagonist – Tom – has been held hostage by Francis for several weeks by this point while the pair role play domestic roles in a psychosexual power game. Francis, it should be noted, is also the older brother of Tom’s recently deceased lover and Tom submits to the ruse, in part, because Francis smells and resembles his ex.
At the end of the film, however, Tom finally flees into the Québec woods, steals Francis’ car, and escapes back to the safety of Montreal, the largest city in the province and the third biggest in Canada.
- 9/20/2023
- by Joe Lipsett
- bloody-disgusting.com
2014 Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard was granted a surprise wild card at the Wta 1000 tournament in Guadalajara.
The Guadalajara Open is the biggest tennis tournament in Mexico with main draw action set to commence next week, September 17th in a singles playing field featuring 64 players. And for the second year in a row, the 29-year-old Bouchard has received a direct entry into the main draw as a wild card.
The tournament has been marred with so many high-profile withdrawals in the past couple of days, with seven of the world's Top-10 players skipping the penultimate Wta 1000 of the season. This hasn't gone down well with tennis fans on social media , and officials face an anxious wait before the draw in the hope there won't be any more withdrawals.
Last year, she defeated American Kayla Day in her opening match but was sent packing by Jelena Ostapenko in the subsequent round in three sets.
The Guadalajara Open is the biggest tennis tournament in Mexico with main draw action set to commence next week, September 17th in a singles playing field featuring 64 players. And for the second year in a row, the 29-year-old Bouchard has received a direct entry into the main draw as a wild card.
The tournament has been marred with so many high-profile withdrawals in the past couple of days, with seven of the world's Top-10 players skipping the penultimate Wta 1000 of the season. This hasn't gone down well with tennis fans on social media , and officials face an anxious wait before the draw in the hope there won't be any more withdrawals.
Last year, she defeated American Kayla Day in her opening match but was sent packing by Jelena Ostapenko in the subsequent round in three sets.
- 9/14/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Canada's Eugenie Bouchard stirred up controversy by posting a cryptic but sly tweet on X that is seemingly directed at Romanian star Simona Halep .
On Tuesday, the tennis world was treated to the bombshell news that Halep, a former No. 1, was judged to have intentionally committed breaches of the Tennis Anti-Doping Programme and will serve an eyebrow-raising four-year suspension .
Bouchard is synonymous with her strong disapproval of players judged to have breached any anti-doping regulations. Earlier this year, she posted an unprovoked tweet aimed at Dayana Yastremska after defeating the Ukranian at the Wta 1000 event in Madrid (before she deleted it after receiving mixed reactions).
The tweet read: "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid," revisiting Yastremska's past for violating anti-doping regulations. The tweet also took aim at Maria Sharapova , whom Bouchard defeated at the same event back in 2017, shortly after the Russian returned from a 15-month suspension for testing positive for meldonium.
On Tuesday, the tennis world was treated to the bombshell news that Halep, a former No. 1, was judged to have intentionally committed breaches of the Tennis Anti-Doping Programme and will serve an eyebrow-raising four-year suspension .
Bouchard is synonymous with her strong disapproval of players judged to have breached any anti-doping regulations. Earlier this year, she posted an unprovoked tweet aimed at Dayana Yastremska after defeating the Ukranian at the Wta 1000 event in Madrid (before she deleted it after receiving mixed reactions).
The tweet read: "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid," revisiting Yastremska's past for violating anti-doping regulations. The tweet also took aim at Maria Sharapova , whom Bouchard defeated at the same event back in 2017, shortly after the Russian returned from a 15-month suspension for testing positive for meldonium.
- 9/14/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
If I were going to choose one word that describes When Calls the Heart Season 10 Episode 7, it would be subtlety.
Sometimes, you need to catch someone in the act of doing something you are guilty of doing yourself to realize it.
The funny thing is that I'm not sure whether the lesson was received or lost by everyone this time around.
First, the King of Surprises had another in store for Hope Valley when Lucas bought the town a radio.
It's hard to imagine a life so unconnected that it wouldn't even include radio since I'd guess most people living today grew up with that, at the very least.
But it was very surprising that our dear Mr. Bouchard went to all that trouble to buy the radio without a better understanding its mechanics and what makes it work.
Hope Valley certainly has nothing nearby, and you'd think a reasonable...
Sometimes, you need to catch someone in the act of doing something you are guilty of doing yourself to realize it.
The funny thing is that I'm not sure whether the lesson was received or lost by everyone this time around.
First, the King of Surprises had another in store for Hope Valley when Lucas bought the town a radio.
It's hard to imagine a life so unconnected that it wouldn't even include radio since I'd guess most people living today grew up with that, at the very least.
But it was very surprising that our dear Mr. Bouchard went to all that trouble to buy the radio without a better understanding its mechanics and what makes it work.
Hope Valley certainly has nothing nearby, and you'd think a reasonable...
- 9/11/2023
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Eugenie Bouchard is yet another player that made a shocking move to pickleball , signing up for the Ppa Tour in 2024.
It's not the first time that we'll see a tennis pro move to the pickleball court. Only recently, former Atp pro, Jack Sock retired from professional tennis , but at the same time, announced his move to pickleball's Ppa Tour .
It's his colleague from the Wta Tour, Eugenie Bouchard, who will now join him on the Ppa Tour, as the Canadian is set to join the growing list of tennis players making a switch from tennis to pickleball.
Only recently, holding the world in her grip at the No. 5 spot in the Wta Rankings , Bouchard was one of the finest talents on the women's tour. But the wheel of time is unpredictable, and for Bouchard, it is now hinting at a path in pickleball career.
Pickleball, often described as a hybrid between tennis,...
It's not the first time that we'll see a tennis pro move to the pickleball court. Only recently, former Atp pro, Jack Sock retired from professional tennis , but at the same time, announced his move to pickleball's Ppa Tour .
It's his colleague from the Wta Tour, Eugenie Bouchard, who will now join him on the Ppa Tour, as the Canadian is set to join the growing list of tennis players making a switch from tennis to pickleball.
Only recently, holding the world in her grip at the No. 5 spot in the Wta Rankings , Bouchard was one of the finest talents on the women's tour. But the wheel of time is unpredictable, and for Bouchard, it is now hinting at a path in pickleball career.
Pickleball, often described as a hybrid between tennis,...
- 9/7/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Dayana Yastremska is not one to forget easily, and she didn't shake hands with Eugenie Bouchard after their US Open qualifying match.
The matchup between Yastremska and Bouchard was highly anticipated due to the players' history. In the past, Bouchard commented about Yastremska and her doping ban after their match at the Wta 1000 event in Madrid, which wasn't well received.
The Canadian quickly apologized for her remarks, but the Ukranian hasn't forgotten being called a doper even though she cleared her name. She's proved to be quite open about her beliefs, never shying away from speaking her mind on things like the War in Ukraine.
Along with Kostyuk, Yastremska has been a vocal advocate for the total exclusion of Russian players, and it's not surprising that she reacted the way she did after the match. The match itself saw Yastremska play a very aggressive and attacking style.
She generally does,...
The matchup between Yastremska and Bouchard was highly anticipated due to the players' history. In the past, Bouchard commented about Yastremska and her doping ban after their match at the Wta 1000 event in Madrid, which wasn't well received.
The Canadian quickly apologized for her remarks, but the Ukranian hasn't forgotten being called a doper even though she cleared her name. She's proved to be quite open about her beliefs, never shying away from speaking her mind on things like the War in Ukraine.
Along with Kostyuk, Yastremska has been a vocal advocate for the total exclusion of Russian players, and it's not surprising that she reacted the way she did after the match. The match itself saw Yastremska play a very aggressive and attacking style.
She generally does,...
- 8/24/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Dayana Yastremska completed a pretty strong win over Eugenie Bouchard in the US Open qualifiers, which is pretty good revenge.
What revenge you say? Well, some time ago, Bouchard made some comments about Yastremska , which didn't go well in the tennis community. The Canadian player quickly apologized after her remarks, but there was an added motive here today.
It was quite visible in the way the Ukranian approached the match, and if we come to know anything about Yastremska in the past year, she doesn't shy away from speaking her mind. The opening set was one-sided, completely dominated by Yastremska.
Yastremska plays very aggressively and hits the ball hard. Initially, that was very overwhelming for the Canadian who didn't find any good solutions early. She did find solutions in the second set taking it 6-4 which made things interesting.
Yastremska rarely goes through a whole match playing at a very high level,...
What revenge you say? Well, some time ago, Bouchard made some comments about Yastremska , which didn't go well in the tennis community. The Canadian player quickly apologized after her remarks, but there was an added motive here today.
It was quite visible in the way the Ukranian approached the match, and if we come to know anything about Yastremska in the past year, she doesn't shy away from speaking her mind. The opening set was one-sided, completely dominated by Yastremska.
Yastremska plays very aggressively and hits the ball hard. Initially, that was very overwhelming for the Canadian who didn't find any good solutions early. She did find solutions in the second set taking it 6-4 which made things interesting.
Yastremska rarely goes through a whole match playing at a very high level,...
- 8/24/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard will play Dayana Yastremska in the US Open qualifying on Thursday - the first collision since the Canadian's controversial doping tweet.
Four months ago, Bouchard defeated Yastremska in their only head-to-head meeting on the Wta Tour in the first round of the 2023 Madrid Open, fighting back from a set down to win 6-7, 6-2, 6-2. It was her first main draw win at the event since 2017 when she defeated Maria Sharapova en route to the quarterfinals.
Bouchard later went on Twitter (now X), and posted an unprovoked tweet that read : "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid," that insinuated Yastremska and Sharapova's past of breaching doping regulations.
Yastremska had in January 2021 tested positive for a banned substance before she was cleared of any wrongdoing later that year by the Itf for lack of fault on her part. Meanwhile, Sharapova had served a 15-month suspension when she faced...
Four months ago, Bouchard defeated Yastremska in their only head-to-head meeting on the Wta Tour in the first round of the 2023 Madrid Open, fighting back from a set down to win 6-7, 6-2, 6-2. It was her first main draw win at the event since 2017 when she defeated Maria Sharapova en route to the quarterfinals.
Bouchard later went on Twitter (now X), and posted an unprovoked tweet that read : "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid," that insinuated Yastremska and Sharapova's past of breaching doping regulations.
Yastremska had in January 2021 tested positive for a banned substance before she was cleared of any wrongdoing later that year by the Itf for lack of fault on her part. Meanwhile, Sharapova had served a 15-month suspension when she faced...
- 8/23/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard is back to playing tennis, and she's back to winning, making a good start in the 2023 US Open qualifiers.
Bouchard didn't get a wild card, nor does she have the ranking to enter the main draw directly, which means qualifiers. She started her campaign to get into the main draw today with a win. It's a far better start than her qualifying campaign at Wimbledon, which ended in the first round .
The opponent was not a very strong one as she took on player ranked outside of the Top 500 in Katherine Hui, so the good start isn't surprising, but Bouchard still had to go out there and play a match. She played it very well, taking a little over an hour to get it done. The opening set actually saw her face break points first.
She didn't lose her serve, but even if she did, there was plenty...
Bouchard didn't get a wild card, nor does she have the ranking to enter the main draw directly, which means qualifiers. She started her campaign to get into the main draw today with a win. It's a far better start than her qualifying campaign at Wimbledon, which ended in the first round .
The opponent was not a very strong one as she took on player ranked outside of the Top 500 in Katherine Hui, so the good start isn't surprising, but Bouchard still had to go out there and play a match. She played it very well, taking a little over an hour to get it done. The opening set actually saw her face break points first.
She didn't lose her serve, but even if she did, there was plenty...
- 8/22/2023
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Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard was left in shock at the unbelievable comeback staged by Novak Djokovic to win his third Cincinnati Masters title.
Sunday's blockbuster final at the Cincinnati Masters rendered everything outside the tennis landscape trivial, as fans and tennis pros marveled at the breathtaking tennis played out by the world's top two players.
Djokovic fought back from a 5-7, 2-4 down and fend off a match point to win 5-7, 7-6, 7-6 in almost four hours of match play . Bouchard, like many tennis fans on social media, had written off the Serbian star when he was visibly perturbed for a set and a half of the final and wasn't moving fluidly on the court.
At one point, Bouchard feared Djokovic would retire from the match which would have been a massive disappointment. The Canadian later took to Instagram to share her bewilderment at Djokovic's unbelievable comeback that...
Sunday's blockbuster final at the Cincinnati Masters rendered everything outside the tennis landscape trivial, as fans and tennis pros marveled at the breathtaking tennis played out by the world's top two players.
Djokovic fought back from a 5-7, 2-4 down and fend off a match point to win 5-7, 7-6, 7-6 in almost four hours of match play . Bouchard, like many tennis fans on social media, had written off the Serbian star when he was visibly perturbed for a set and a half of the final and wasn't moving fluidly on the court.
At one point, Bouchard feared Djokovic would retire from the match which would have been a massive disappointment. The Canadian later took to Instagram to share her bewilderment at Djokovic's unbelievable comeback that...
- 8/21/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard didn't handle her first-round qualifying match at Wimbledon well, losing in straight sets.
The Canadian is trying to restart her career, but she doesn't seem to be able to put a good string of results together. Bouchard participated in multiple Wta events in 2023, but often she had to go through qualifying, and even after succeeding in those stages, she was often eliminated in the main draw quickly.
In the past, the Canadian was really successful. She made the Australian Open semi-final in 2014, adding a Roland Garros semi-final later that year as well as a Wimbledon final in 2014 as well. She was number 5 in the world that year but then her career went the wrong way. She struggled with her tennis for years going up and down in the rankings but never coming close to her former level.
She then dealt with some injuries and a minor resurgence back...
The Canadian is trying to restart her career, but she doesn't seem to be able to put a good string of results together. Bouchard participated in multiple Wta events in 2023, but often she had to go through qualifying, and even after succeeding in those stages, she was often eliminated in the main draw quickly.
In the past, the Canadian was really successful. She made the Australian Open semi-final in 2014, adding a Roland Garros semi-final later that year as well as a Wimbledon final in 2014 as well. She was number 5 in the world that year but then her career went the wrong way. She struggled with her tennis for years going up and down in the rankings but never coming close to her former level.
She then dealt with some injuries and a minor resurgence back...
- 6/27/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard put her feelings aside when she proclaimed Novak Djokovic 'the undisputed Goat'.
Novak Djokovic had a landmark win over Casper Ruud in the 2023 Roland Garros final that propelled him to the zenith of tennis history. It not only marked his 23rd Grand Slam title but also made him the first-ever male tennis player to achieve such a feat .
Amidst the flurry of accolades and worldwide appreciation that ensued, an unexpected praise arrived from an avowed Roger Federer fan - the talented Eugenie Bouchard. Known for her admiration of the Swiss Maestro, Bouchard didn't let her allegiance cloud her recognition of Djokovic's extraordinary achievement.
"I’m the biggest Roger fan but we all have to admit Novak is the undisputed goat. Insanely impressive."
Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic, often known as the 'Big Three' of men's tennis, have each had their share of 'Goat' claims over the years. But Djokovic's...
Novak Djokovic had a landmark win over Casper Ruud in the 2023 Roland Garros final that propelled him to the zenith of tennis history. It not only marked his 23rd Grand Slam title but also made him the first-ever male tennis player to achieve such a feat .
Amidst the flurry of accolades and worldwide appreciation that ensued, an unexpected praise arrived from an avowed Roger Federer fan - the talented Eugenie Bouchard. Known for her admiration of the Swiss Maestro, Bouchard didn't let her allegiance cloud her recognition of Djokovic's extraordinary achievement.
"I’m the biggest Roger fan but we all have to admit Novak is the undisputed goat. Insanely impressive."
Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic, often known as the 'Big Three' of men's tennis, have each had their share of 'Goat' claims over the years. But Djokovic's...
- 6/12/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard was forced to retire from her quarterfinal match at the Wta 125 event in Florence.
The experienced Canadian is trying to make her comeback to the Wta Tour, but things are not going smoothly for her. Bouchard admitted that she's restarting at zero and while the recent weeks looked promising, she may return to the zero once again.
Previously, the 29-year-old successfully qualified for the Madrid Open and even reached the second round. But her performance was overshadowed by the controversial claims, in which she called her opponents dopers.
Then, Bouchard entered the qualifying for the 2023 Italian Open, but she couldn't get past the first round and experienced another disappointing loss. But then, she entered the Wta 125 event in Florence and things were going really well for her.
In the first round, the Canadian defeated home wild card Diletta Cherubini, beating her in two sets 6-4, 6-4. Her journey...
The experienced Canadian is trying to make her comeback to the Wta Tour, but things are not going smoothly for her. Bouchard admitted that she's restarting at zero and while the recent weeks looked promising, she may return to the zero once again.
Previously, the 29-year-old successfully qualified for the Madrid Open and even reached the second round. But her performance was overshadowed by the controversial claims, in which she called her opponents dopers.
Then, Bouchard entered the qualifying for the 2023 Italian Open, but she couldn't get past the first round and experienced another disappointing loss. But then, she entered the Wta 125 event in Florence and things were going really well for her.
In the first round, the Canadian defeated home wild card Diletta Cherubini, beating her in two sets 6-4, 6-4. Her journey...
- 5/19/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard lost in the first qualifying round of the 2023 Italian Open in Rome, also called the Rome Masters.
In recent weeks, the 29-year-old showed some promising form, winning a match in Bogota and Oeiras, before flying into the qualifying of the Madrid Open. Bouchard succeeded in the Spanish capital and fought her way into the main draw.
She then also won in the first round of the tournament against Dayana Yastremska, a win that was overshadowed by a comment which called her opponent and Maria Sharapova dopers. In her second-round match, the Canadian lost to Martina Trevisan in two sets and she set her sight on the Wta 1000 event in the Italian capital.
Once again, Bouchard had to fight in the qualifying in Rome and she took on quite a challenging opponent, facing off against the seventh-seeded Dalma Galfi from Hungary, ranked 91st in the world. The two met...
In recent weeks, the 29-year-old showed some promising form, winning a match in Bogota and Oeiras, before flying into the qualifying of the Madrid Open. Bouchard succeeded in the Spanish capital and fought her way into the main draw.
She then also won in the first round of the tournament against Dayana Yastremska, a win that was overshadowed by a comment which called her opponent and Maria Sharapova dopers. In her second-round match, the Canadian lost to Martina Trevisan in two sets and she set her sight on the Wta 1000 event in the Italian capital.
Once again, Bouchard had to fight in the qualifying in Rome and she took on quite a challenging opponent, facing off against the seventh-seeded Dalma Galfi from Hungary, ranked 91st in the world. The two met...
- 5/8/2023
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In the aftermath of a controversial tweet, Eugenie Bouchard offered an apology for her dig at fellow Wta colleagues.
The 2023 Madrid Open saw the Canadian navigate her way through the qualifying rounds and secure a first-round victory over Dayana Yastremska. However, her success on the court was overshadowed by a controversial tweet in which she took a jab at Yastremska and Maria Sharapova, referring to them as "dopers".
In the original tweet, Bouchard stated: "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid." She later deleted the tweet and issued an apology after her second-round exit from the tournament, admitting her lapse in judgment and acknowledging the importance of fair play.
"I want to apologize for my tweet yesterday. It was a lapse in judgment, and unnecessary. Though I’ve always championed fair play, I didn’t have all my facts in order and certainly didn’t mean to cause harm. I...
The 2023 Madrid Open saw the Canadian navigate her way through the qualifying rounds and secure a first-round victory over Dayana Yastremska. However, her success on the court was overshadowed by a controversial tweet in which she took a jab at Yastremska and Maria Sharapova, referring to them as "dopers".
In the original tweet, Bouchard stated: "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid." She later deleted the tweet and issued an apology after her second-round exit from the tournament, admitting her lapse in judgment and acknowledging the importance of fair play.
"I want to apologize for my tweet yesterday. It was a lapse in judgment, and unnecessary. Though I’ve always championed fair play, I didn’t have all my facts in order and certainly didn’t mean to cause harm. I...
- 4/29/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard seemed to be in a very good mood after her first-round win at the 2023 Madrid Open, but she wasn't so successful in round two.
After successfully navigating her way through the qualifying, the Canadian defeated Dayana Yastremska in the first round of the 2023 Madrid Open. After the match, Bouchard sparked controversy with her tweet, which read: "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid."
She soon regretted that and removed the tweet to focus on her second-round match at the Wta 1000 event in the Spanish capital, this time against the 18th-seeded Martina Trevisan from Italy who she lost to three years ago at the Australian Open.
This time, the two met on a different surface, but that didn't really help the Canadian. Bouchard started the match on a back foot, being broken in her first two service games. The Italian therefore easily created a 4-0 lead that Bouchard wanted to erase.
After successfully navigating her way through the qualifying, the Canadian defeated Dayana Yastremska in the first round of the 2023 Madrid Open. After the match, Bouchard sparked controversy with her tweet, which read: "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid."
She soon regretted that and removed the tweet to focus on her second-round match at the Wta 1000 event in the Spanish capital, this time against the 18th-seeded Martina Trevisan from Italy who she lost to three years ago at the Australian Open.
This time, the two met on a different surface, but that didn't really help the Canadian. Bouchard started the match on a back foot, being broken in her first two service games. The Italian therefore easily created a 4-0 lead that Bouchard wanted to erase.
- 4/28/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard made an interesting remark about Maria Sharapova and Dayana Yastremska in a tweet following her latest win at the 2023 Madrid Open.
The Canadian made waves on social media, not only for her impressive performance at the 2023 Madrid Open, in her first appearance at the event since 2017, but also for taking a subtle jab at Maria Sharapova and Dayana Yastremska.
After a stunning comeback victory against Yastremska, Bouchard, who previously said that she feels like starting her career again from zero, posted a tweet that seemed to reference both players' past doping scandals.
Bouchard's controversial tweet followed her first-round win against Yastremska, which saw her bounce back from a set down to secure a 6-7(6), 6-2, 6-2 victory. The Canadian's tweet, which read, "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid," was quickly interpreted as a nod to Yastremska's 2021 doping scandal, as well as a throwback to her 2017 encounter with Maria Sharapova.
The Canadian made waves on social media, not only for her impressive performance at the 2023 Madrid Open, in her first appearance at the event since 2017, but also for taking a subtle jab at Maria Sharapova and Dayana Yastremska.
After a stunning comeback victory against Yastremska, Bouchard, who previously said that she feels like starting her career again from zero, posted a tweet that seemed to reference both players' past doping scandals.
Bouchard's controversial tweet followed her first-round win against Yastremska, which saw her bounce back from a set down to secure a 6-7(6), 6-2, 6-2 victory. The Canadian's tweet, which read, "There's something about playing dopers in Madrid," was quickly interpreted as a nod to Yastremska's 2021 doping scandal, as well as a throwback to her 2017 encounter with Maria Sharapova.
- 4/28/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard has reflected on her progress as her comeback continues at the 2023 Madrid Open.
The Canadian had to get through two Madrid Open qualifiers to reach the main draw of the event for the first time in six years. Bouchard first defeated Sara Sorribes Tormo via a walkover and then went on to defeat Elizabeth Mandlik in straight sets.
Although the nature of qualification for the main event of a Wta 1000 competition may seem unusual for a former Wimbledon finalist, it is a big personal step for Bouchard as she continues a slow recovery from a long-term shoulder injury. The 29-year-old spoke to reporters at the Madrid Open and expressed her joy in making progress, no matter how small.
"Yes and no. I’ve gotten a couple of good matches in. I’m just proud that I’m able to have a chance to play another match. Matches are...
The Canadian had to get through two Madrid Open qualifiers to reach the main draw of the event for the first time in six years. Bouchard first defeated Sara Sorribes Tormo via a walkover and then went on to defeat Elizabeth Mandlik in straight sets.
Although the nature of qualification for the main event of a Wta 1000 competition may seem unusual for a former Wimbledon finalist, it is a big personal step for Bouchard as she continues a slow recovery from a long-term shoulder injury. The 29-year-old spoke to reporters at the Madrid Open and expressed her joy in making progress, no matter how small.
"Yes and no. I’ve gotten a couple of good matches in. I’m just proud that I’m able to have a chance to play another match. Matches are...
- 4/26/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard will be playing in the main draw of the 2023 Madrid Open and it will be her first at La Caja Magica in six years.
The 29-year-old Canadian played the Madrid Open only four times in her career. The first three appearances were marked by a first-round exit, but when Bouchard played the last time at the Wta 1000 tournament in the Spanish capital, she made it all the way to the quarterfinals.
Six years later, Bouchard, who is currently ranked 285th in the Wta Rankings, had to fight her way into the main draw of the tournament through the qualifying. In the first round of the qualifying, the Canadian successfully navigated a clash with injured Sara Sorribes Tormo. In the final round, she took on Elizabeth Mandlik, who was also dominant in her first match.
The two never met before on the Wta Tour as she took it to...
The 29-year-old Canadian played the Madrid Open only four times in her career. The first three appearances were marked by a first-round exit, but when Bouchard played the last time at the Wta 1000 tournament in the Spanish capital, she made it all the way to the quarterfinals.
Six years later, Bouchard, who is currently ranked 285th in the Wta Rankings, had to fight her way into the main draw of the tournament through the qualifying. In the first round of the qualifying, the Canadian successfully navigated a clash with injured Sara Sorribes Tormo. In the final round, she took on Elizabeth Mandlik, who was also dominant in her first match.
The two never met before on the Wta Tour as she took it to...
- 4/25/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard is building her way back to the top of the Wta Tour and she has to do it in a way that she doesn't have to experience quite often, through qualifying.
Currently, the 29-year-old Canadian competes at the 2023 Madrid Open, where she enrolled to the qualifying in hopes to secure her spot in the main draw. In the first round of the competition, Bouchard took on Sara Sorribes Tormo from Spain, who is a difficult opponent, especially on clay courts.
In 2021, the Spanish player finished the season as the 36th player on the Wta Tour after lifting her first, and until today only Wta title. But her start of the 2023 season was plagued by injuries and so they had a lot to talk about with Bouchard who is no stranger to injuries.
However, recently the Canadian said that she still believes in her comeback, and she showed that in the first qualifying match.
Currently, the 29-year-old Canadian competes at the 2023 Madrid Open, where she enrolled to the qualifying in hopes to secure her spot in the main draw. In the first round of the competition, Bouchard took on Sara Sorribes Tormo from Spain, who is a difficult opponent, especially on clay courts.
In 2021, the Spanish player finished the season as the 36th player on the Wta Tour after lifting her first, and until today only Wta title. But her start of the 2023 season was plagued by injuries and so they had a lot to talk about with Bouchard who is no stranger to injuries.
However, recently the Canadian said that she still believes in her comeback, and she showed that in the first qualifying match.
- 4/24/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard said she remains committed to competing for the big titles in Wta tennis as her recovery continues.
Bouchard returned to professional tennis in August 2022 after a year and a half out with a shoulder injury. The return has been difficult for the former Wimbledon finalist as she has struggled for form and was eliminated in the qualifying stages of the 2022 US Open and the 2023 Australian Open.
However, Bouchard was back in action again this year at the 2023 Bogota Open and she reached the round of 16. The Canadian player is now looking ahead to her next tournament, the Itf W100 in Oeiras, Portugal, and she emphasised her focus on getting back to top form.
"Of course (I see myself fighting for title again and winning). I feel like I wouldn’t put in all this time and effort if I didn’t still believe that. It’s a lot to come back from injuries,...
Bouchard returned to professional tennis in August 2022 after a year and a half out with a shoulder injury. The return has been difficult for the former Wimbledon finalist as she has struggled for form and was eliminated in the qualifying stages of the 2022 US Open and the 2023 Australian Open.
However, Bouchard was back in action again this year at the 2023 Bogota Open and she reached the round of 16. The Canadian player is now looking ahead to her next tournament, the Itf W100 in Oeiras, Portugal, and she emphasised her focus on getting back to top form.
"Of course (I see myself fighting for title again and winning). I feel like I wouldn’t put in all this time and effort if I didn’t still believe that. It’s a lot to come back from injuries,...
- 4/17/2023
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Eugenie Bouchard is set to make a return to the courts, thanks to a wild card entry into the main draw of the Itf Oeiras Ladies Open.
The former World No. 5 will join forces with Ukrainian star Elina Svitolina, another wildcard recipient, to bring unmatched excitement and fanfare to this year's Itf event in Portugal.
Bouchard, currently sitting at No. 292 in the Wta Rankings, has faced numerous challenges in her career since her heyday in 2014. A series of injuries and a slump in form have hindered her progress, but the 29-year-old is now determined to climb back up the ranks and reestablish herself on the Wta Tour.
Thus far in 2023, Bouchard has participated in only three tournaments. Her best performance came at the 2023 Bogota Open in Colombia, where she reached the second round. Unfortunately, she was unable to make it past the qualifiers in both the Asb Classic and the Australian Open.
The former World No. 5 will join forces with Ukrainian star Elina Svitolina, another wildcard recipient, to bring unmatched excitement and fanfare to this year's Itf event in Portugal.
Bouchard, currently sitting at No. 292 in the Wta Rankings, has faced numerous challenges in her career since her heyday in 2014. A series of injuries and a slump in form have hindered her progress, but the 29-year-old is now determined to climb back up the ranks and reestablish herself on the Wta Tour.
Thus far in 2023, Bouchard has participated in only three tournaments. Her best performance came at the 2023 Bogota Open in Colombia, where she reached the second round. Unfortunately, she was unable to make it past the qualifiers in both the Asb Classic and the Australian Open.
- 4/14/2023
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Paris-based Xr distributor Diversion Cinema has scooped up a pair of award-winning titles, adding director Singing Chen’s “The Man Who Couldn’t Leave,” and both director Thierry Loa’s “21-22 China” and his follow-up “21-22 USA” to a premium catalog of prestige immersive fare.
Produced by The Walkers Films and Outland Film Production, “The Man Who Couldn’t Leave” won the top prize at last year’s Venice Immersive and will be presented in competition at this year’s NewImages Festival. Directed with aplomb by Singing Chen, the heartbreaking docudrama recounts the history of political repression in mid-century Taiwan, filling a 360 screen with handsome chiaroscuro compositions supporting classical film language.
“’The Man Who Couldn’t Leave’ is an instant classic,” says Diversion head of acquisitions Paul Bouchard. “With breathtaking visual sophistication, this ode to freedom reaches levels of embodiment never experienced before, and offers proof that the 360 narrative experience...
Produced by The Walkers Films and Outland Film Production, “The Man Who Couldn’t Leave” won the top prize at last year’s Venice Immersive and will be presented in competition at this year’s NewImages Festival. Directed with aplomb by Singing Chen, the heartbreaking docudrama recounts the history of political repression in mid-century Taiwan, filling a 360 screen with handsome chiaroscuro compositions supporting classical film language.
“’The Man Who Couldn’t Leave’ is an instant classic,” says Diversion head of acquisitions Paul Bouchard. “With breathtaking visual sophistication, this ode to freedom reaches levels of embodiment never experienced before, and offers proof that the 360 narrative experience...
- 4/5/2023
- by Ben Croll
- Variety Film + TV
Eugenie Bouchard made a triumphant return to tennis with her first-round win at the 2023 Bogota Open.
This season, the 29-year-old played only two matches, before she was forced to take an extended break again due to an injury. After three months away from the courts of the Wta Tour, Bouchard received a wild card for the 2023 Bogota Open, and she accepted it to play her first clay-court tournament since 2020.
In the first round, the Canadian was drawn against Ylena In-Albon from Switzerland, ranked 137th. The Wta 250 event in Bogota, also referred to as the Copa Colsanitas, is one of the tournaments that gives lower-ranked players good chance to make a deep run as the highest-ranked player in the draw is world no. 29, Elise Mertens.
Bouchard and In-Albon never met before but the Canadian has much more experience with winning important matches, especially after her run into the 2014 Wimbledon final.
The former world no.
This season, the 29-year-old played only two matches, before she was forced to take an extended break again due to an injury. After three months away from the courts of the Wta Tour, Bouchard received a wild card for the 2023 Bogota Open, and she accepted it to play her first clay-court tournament since 2020.
In the first round, the Canadian was drawn against Ylena In-Albon from Switzerland, ranked 137th. The Wta 250 event in Bogota, also referred to as the Copa Colsanitas, is one of the tournaments that gives lower-ranked players good chance to make a deep run as the highest-ranked player in the draw is world no. 29, Elise Mertens.
Bouchard and In-Albon never met before but the Canadian has much more experience with winning important matches, especially after her run into the 2014 Wimbledon final.
The former world no.
- 4/3/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
The 2023 Bogota Open presents a great chance for lower-ranked players to make a name for themselves but the draw is still very interesting.
From April 3rd to 9th players will get a chance to start the clay-court part of the season at the Wta 250 event in Bogota, Colombia. The draw includes many players that don't get many chances to compete in the main draw of a Wta event and so there's a great chance for a breakthrough.
Last year, Tatjana Maria won the Bogota Open and the German player will defend her title this year. Maria is the second seed and she will start the tournament against Katrina Scott from the United States in the first round.
Without a doubt, one of the players that fans in Bogota will want to see on the tennis court is Eugenie Bouchard. The 2014 Wimbledon finalist will play only in her third event this...
From April 3rd to 9th players will get a chance to start the clay-court part of the season at the Wta 250 event in Bogota, Colombia. The draw includes many players that don't get many chances to compete in the main draw of a Wta event and so there's a great chance for a breakthrough.
Last year, Tatjana Maria won the Bogota Open and the German player will defend her title this year. Maria is the second seed and she will start the tournament against Katrina Scott from the United States in the first round.
Without a doubt, one of the players that fans in Bogota will want to see on the tennis court is Eugenie Bouchard. The 2014 Wimbledon finalist will play only in her third event this...
- 4/2/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Eugenie Bouchard has accepted a wildcard invitation to compete in the 2023 Bogota Open.
Bouchard will compete in the competition, which starts on April 5. It will be the former Wimbledon finalist's first on-court appearance since she crashed out of the 2023 Australian Open qualification stages after a loss to American Ashlyn Krueger.
The 29-year-old spoke to the official Copa Colsanitas Twitter channel to express her joy at returning to Colombia this year. In 2013, the Canadian player competed at three events in the nation, including the Billie Jean King Cup and the Wta 125K in Cali.
"Hi guys! I am very happy to announce that I am going to play in Bogotá this year. Thanks to the Colsanitas Cup for the opportunity; I have excellent memories when I played in Colombia and I can't wait to play again in front of the tennis fans of that country”
The return comes after a challenging...
Bouchard will compete in the competition, which starts on April 5. It will be the former Wimbledon finalist's first on-court appearance since she crashed out of the 2023 Australian Open qualification stages after a loss to American Ashlyn Krueger.
The 29-year-old spoke to the official Copa Colsanitas Twitter channel to express her joy at returning to Colombia this year. In 2013, the Canadian player competed at three events in the nation, including the Billie Jean King Cup and the Wta 125K in Cali.
"Hi guys! I am very happy to announce that I am going to play in Bogotá this year. Thanks to the Colsanitas Cup for the opportunity; I have excellent memories when I played in Colombia and I can't wait to play again in front of the tennis fans of that country”
The return comes after a challenging...
- 3/31/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Hand-drawn, 2D cel animation is hard. It's labor-intensive and time-consuming and the leading cause of death for pencils. Who knows, that last bit might even be true. Despite its difficulty, however, there are plenty of artists who still gravitate toward the medium. 3D CGI animation might be readily available in 2023 but for some, it just doesn't capture that same magic.
Loren Bouchard, the creative mind behind "Bob's Burgers," an ongoing 2D animated series, told Looper during an exclusive interview that the medium is, "by definition, somewhat more minimal." Bouchard explained, "It doesn't have to be simple, but it's reducing the world to a line drawing with some color. It's a fascinating process." He noted that CGI incorporates a true perspective of reality, and while he respects and enjoys CG animated films, he hopes that "the art and craft of 2D animation, especially at that higher level, that theatrical level," continues on.
Loren Bouchard, the creative mind behind "Bob's Burgers," an ongoing 2D animated series, told Looper during an exclusive interview that the medium is, "by definition, somewhat more minimal." Bouchard explained, "It doesn't have to be simple, but it's reducing the world to a line drawing with some color. It's a fascinating process." He noted that CGI incorporates a true perspective of reality, and while he respects and enjoys CG animated films, he hopes that "the art and craft of 2D animation, especially at that higher level, that theatrical level," continues on.
- 1/29/2023
- by Cameron Roy Hall
- Slash Film
It's hard to imagine the current landscape of television without "Bob's Burgers." Just like the animated classics "The Simpsons," "Family Guy," and "King of the Hill" before them, the show created by Loren Bouchard has become a staple of the Fox network's weekly lineup since 2011. The Emmy-winning series starring H. Jon Benjamin, John Roberts, Dan Mintz, Eugene Mirman, and Kristen Schaal as the offbeat yet lovable Belcher family has also extended its reach even further through reruns via syndication and streaming on Hulu.
However, the Belchers' future wasn't always as stable as their current reputation would lead you to believe. Long before Bouchard's team created over 200 episodes filled with creative burgers and catchy songs, the people working on the show about this eccentric family living in a coastal town were worried that it wouldn't stay on the airwaves very long after the first season. Even after the original premise involving cannibalism was scrapped,...
However, the Belchers' future wasn't always as stable as their current reputation would lead you to believe. Long before Bouchard's team created over 200 episodes filled with creative burgers and catchy songs, the people working on the show about this eccentric family living in a coastal town were worried that it wouldn't stay on the airwaves very long after the first season. Even after the original premise involving cannibalism was scrapped,...
- 1/21/2023
- by Ben F. Silverio
- Slash Film
2022 saw the return of theatrical cinema. From "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and "Avatar: The Way of Water" to "The Batman" and "The Fabelmans," the message Hollywood wanted to send was loud and clear: movies are back and they're really, really good. Among these many wonderful entries into the universal film catalogue was "The Bob's Burgers Movie," which cashed in on every ounce of the TV series' charm to deliver one of the many phenomenal animated stories that 2022 had to offer.
Created by Loren Bouchard and co-written by Bouchard and Nora Smith, "The Bob's Burgers Movie" saw almost the entire main voice cast of the TV series return for the silver screen, including H. Jon Benjamin, who voices Bob Belcher, the titular restaurateur and exhausted patriarch of the Belcher family. Interestingly, while the movie sounded the same to audiences, if not more musical, it was an entirely different experience for...
Created by Loren Bouchard and co-written by Bouchard and Nora Smith, "The Bob's Burgers Movie" saw almost the entire main voice cast of the TV series return for the silver screen, including H. Jon Benjamin, who voices Bob Belcher, the titular restaurateur and exhausted patriarch of the Belcher family. Interestingly, while the movie sounded the same to audiences, if not more musical, it was an entirely different experience for...
- 1/15/2023
- by Cameron Roy Hall
- Slash Film
For better or for worse, there's a lot of turnover in the world of television. While it can happen onscreen occasionally, as we recently saw with Henry Cavill in "The Witcher," this especially applies behind the scenes. Almost every day there's news about shows adding new writers or swapping showrunners. For example, after a tumultuous first season on Netflix under the guidance of Scott Buck, Marvel's "Iron Fist" rebounded with a better (but overall still not great) second season helmed by Raven Metzner before getting canceled. Speaking of shows based on beloved comic book characters, the adaptation of Robert Kirkman's "The Walking Dead" on AMC had four different showrunners over the course of their eleven-season run. Luckily for them, only one of those instances resulted in a lawsuit (which was eventually settled outside of court).
But if the major creative forces of a writers' room get to stay together...
But if the major creative forces of a writers' room get to stay together...
- 1/15/2023
- by Ben F. Silverio
- Slash Film
Adult animation has a strong history in television, with "The Simpsons" currently holding the title as the longest-running scripted American primetime television series at 34 seasons. The success of the show proved to audiences and studios alike that there was an untapped market for animation meant for older audiences, allowing shows like "Family Guy," "South Park," "King of the Hill," "Rick and Morty," and countless others to thrive. Some of these shows are far more adult than others, but with such an expansive medium, there's something for everyone's taste.
In some instances, adult animation can be just plain silly. That's where a show like the hugely-popular "Bob's Burgers" comes in, an animated series from the mind of Lorene Bouchard which follows a family that should probably not be in charge of a restaurant ... in charge of running a restaurant. They're the kind of family where getting glued to a toilet seat is a normal Tuesday,...
In some instances, adult animation can be just plain silly. That's where a show like the hugely-popular "Bob's Burgers" comes in, an animated series from the mind of Lorene Bouchard which follows a family that should probably not be in charge of a restaurant ... in charge of running a restaurant. They're the kind of family where getting glued to a toilet seat is a normal Tuesday,...
- 12/4/2022
- by Cameron Roy Hall
- Slash Film
Netflix’s masterpiece, Athena, was shot mainly on the Arri Alexa 65 by cinematographer Matias Boucard AFC. Boucard utilized this extra-large sensor to enhance motion and storytelling in long takes, and within extreme environments.
Athena BTS. Picture: Netflix Athena: Children of Men
Athena is a 2022 French epic action tragedy film directed by Romain Gavras. Starring Dali Benssalah, Sami Slimane, Anthony Bajon, Ouassini Embarek, and Alexis Manenti, the film examines inequality and police violence in a French banlieue community. The film had its world premiere at the 79th Venice International Film Festival on September 2022, where it competed for the Golden Lion award, and was released on 23 September 2022 by Netflix.
Athena BTS. Picture: Netflix Athena BTS. Picture: Netflix
It was praised for its acting, score, direction, and technical aspects, especially regarding its cinematography. Athena’s Dp is Matias Boucard AFC, who used the extra-large sensor of the Arri Alexa 65 to enhance motion, and camera kinetics,...
Athena BTS. Picture: Netflix Athena: Children of Men
Athena is a 2022 French epic action tragedy film directed by Romain Gavras. Starring Dali Benssalah, Sami Slimane, Anthony Bajon, Ouassini Embarek, and Alexis Manenti, the film examines inequality and police violence in a French banlieue community. The film had its world premiere at the 79th Venice International Film Festival on September 2022, where it competed for the Golden Lion award, and was released on 23 September 2022 by Netflix.
Athena BTS. Picture: Netflix Athena BTS. Picture: Netflix
It was praised for its acting, score, direction, and technical aspects, especially regarding its cinematography. Athena’s Dp is Matias Boucard AFC, who used the extra-large sensor of the Arri Alexa 65 to enhance motion, and camera kinetics,...
- 11/10/2022
- by Yossy Mendelovich
- YMCinema
When it comes to narrative continuity, animated television is in a realm of all its own. Time moves differently in animated sitcoms — if it does move at all — but once a show like "Bob's Burgers" or "The Simpsons" starts racking up seasons in the double digits, the concept of time is pretty much a non-entity. Still, that doesn't stop fans from wondering how things work. Are the characters of "Bob's Burgers" trapped in a time loop? Are they immortal? And what about its recently released film? Is "The Bob's Burgers Movie" a prequel? Is it meant to fit into the series continuity at all? Is it even canon?!
The answer, according to series creator Loren Bouchard, is probably a bit more complicated than anyone might have thought — but, just like the series, it's still fun to think about.
As Long As It Feels Right...
Bouchard spoke to Gizmodo all about "The Bob's Burgers Movie,...
The answer, according to series creator Loren Bouchard, is probably a bit more complicated than anyone might have thought — but, just like the series, it's still fun to think about.
As Long As It Feels Right...
Bouchard spoke to Gizmodo all about "The Bob's Burgers Movie,...
- 11/3/2022
- by Lyvie Scott
- Slash Film
The Great North creators/executive producers Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin confirmed that in season three of the popular Fox animated comedy the world in which the Tobin family exists will open up some. Fans will get to learn more about Lone Moose as well as the little towns that surround the peaceful little Alaskan city.
The Great North creative duo took part in the show’s San Diego Comic-Con panel and also sat down for interviews to discuss what’s coming our way with the new season. Season three, which premieres on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 8:30pm Et/Pt, features the voices of Nick Offerman as Beef, Jenny Slate as Judy, Will Forte as Wolf, Aparna Nancheria as Moon, Paul Rust as Ham, and Dulcé Sloan as Honeybee.
A scene from ‘The Great North’ season 3 episode 1 (Photo © 2022 by 20th Television and Fox Media LLC)
Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux...
The Great North creative duo took part in the show’s San Diego Comic-Con panel and also sat down for interviews to discuss what’s coming our way with the new season. Season three, which premieres on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 8:30pm Et/Pt, features the voices of Nick Offerman as Beef, Jenny Slate as Judy, Will Forte as Wolf, Aparna Nancheria as Moon, Paul Rust as Ham, and Dulcé Sloan as Honeybee.
A scene from ‘The Great North’ season 3 episode 1 (Photo © 2022 by 20th Television and Fox Media LLC)
Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux...
- 9/25/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Fox is sharing two sneak peeks from Bob’s Burgers season 13 which kicks off on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 9pm Et/Pt. The first clip (above) shows Tina sporting an eye patch as the Belchers rehearse for their play. Bob attempts to play a ghost while Louise steals a trophy and Gene shows off his acting skills playing a German maid.
The second, shorter clip finds Bob chasing after Mr. Fischoeder (guest star Kevin Kline) to let him know he’s ready to do the play.
Returning voice stars include H. Jon Benjamin as Bob, John Roberts as Linda, Kristen Schaal as Louise, Dan Mintz as Tina, and Eugene Mirman as Gene. Season 13 guest stars include Zach Galifianakis, Molly Shannon, Sarah Silverman, Megan Mullally, Stephanie Beatriz, Jenny Slate, and Will Forte.
Fox confirmed the upcoming season will once again include special holiday-themed episodes. Loren Bouchard created the award-winning animated comedy and...
The second, shorter clip finds Bob chasing after Mr. Fischoeder (guest star Kevin Kline) to let him know he’s ready to do the play.
Returning voice stars include H. Jon Benjamin as Bob, John Roberts as Linda, Kristen Schaal as Louise, Dan Mintz as Tina, and Eugene Mirman as Gene. Season 13 guest stars include Zach Galifianakis, Molly Shannon, Sarah Silverman, Megan Mullally, Stephanie Beatriz, Jenny Slate, and Will Forte.
Fox confirmed the upcoming season will once again include special holiday-themed episodes. Loren Bouchard created the award-winning animated comedy and...
- 9/19/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
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