The Young and the Restless spoilers for Tuesday, September 17, 2024, are here!
In tomorrow’s episode, fans can expect Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) to cover with Daniel Romalotti, Jr. (Michael Graziadei). However, Cameron Kirsten (Linden Ashby) encounters a failure.
Coming Up On The Young and the Restless
Meanwhile, Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) makes a big decision. Keep reading to find out what is coming up in the next episode of the CBS soap opera.
The Young And The Restless Spoilers – Sharon Newman’s Trickery
Y&r spoilers for Tuesday, September 17 reveal that Sharon will still be hallucinating and seething over injustices. Sharon keeps seeing and hearing Cameron, which isn’t good.
Not only is Sharon off her meds, she has a sinister plan to get payback for what happened to Cassie Newman (Camryn Grimes) as well as to “protect” Faith Newman (Reylynn Caster).
Sharon told Cameron his idea to kill Daniel was repulsive.
In tomorrow’s episode, fans can expect Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) to cover with Daniel Romalotti, Jr. (Michael Graziadei). However, Cameron Kirsten (Linden Ashby) encounters a failure.
Coming Up On The Young and the Restless
Meanwhile, Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) makes a big decision. Keep reading to find out what is coming up in the next episode of the CBS soap opera.
The Young And The Restless Spoilers – Sharon Newman’s Trickery
Y&r spoilers for Tuesday, September 17 reveal that Sharon will still be hallucinating and seething over injustices. Sharon keeps seeing and hearing Cameron, which isn’t good.
Not only is Sharon off her meds, she has a sinister plan to get payback for what happened to Cassie Newman (Camryn Grimes) as well as to “protect” Faith Newman (Reylynn Caster).
Sharon told Cameron his idea to kill Daniel was repulsive.
- 9/16/2024
- by Amandah Hancen
- Celebrating The Soaps
Saturday Am: Refresh for more analysis and chart…Here’s something worth celebrating in a summer that’s currently commanding 64% of the year: Disney/Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine is bound to cross $600M by Labor Day. Estimates for the four-day are between $19M-$20M. Even on the low end, that gets the Shawn Levy directed/produced/co-written feature to that threshold.
“Naaaanccy….”. Dennis Quaid is Ronald Reagan
Most of the newcomers aren’t making a mark dollar wise, however, Showbiz Direct’s Reagan landed an A CinemaScore and 4 1/2 stars on PostTrak. Current 4-day projection is $9M in 4th place at 2,754 locations after a $2.6M Friday. As expected this movie is playing to the middle of the country with Icon Cinema in Edmond, Ok the top grossing location so far this weekend with $10K. The South is also dominant for the Sean McNamara directed movie. Men/women split is 51%/49% with a 77% definite recommend from audiences.
“Naaaanccy….”. Dennis Quaid is Ronald Reagan
Most of the newcomers aren’t making a mark dollar wise, however, Showbiz Direct’s Reagan landed an A CinemaScore and 4 1/2 stars on PostTrak. Current 4-day projection is $9M in 4th place at 2,754 locations after a $2.6M Friday. As expected this movie is playing to the middle of the country with Icon Cinema in Edmond, Ok the top grossing location so far this weekend with $10K. The South is also dominant for the Sean McNamara directed movie. Men/women split is 51%/49% with a 77% definite recommend from audiences.
- 8/31/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
The wheels are quickly coming off for Days Of Our Lives’ Brady Black (Eric Martsolf), pun intended. Fiona (Serena Scott Thomas), hell bent on seeing to it Xander (Paul Telfer) never finds out she was the one behind the wheel of the car that hit his new bride Sarah (Linsey Godfrey), is more than willing to let Brady take the fall for the crime. And since Brady can’t remember anything from the night in question, there’s no reason for him to believe otherwise.
Thursday, August 22nd’s episode concluded with Detective Jada Hunter (Elia Cantu) showing up at Mr. Black’s apartment with a warrant to search his car. We can assume this will lead to Brady’s arrest in connection with the hit-and-run that has left Sarah, at least temporarily, paralyzed.
Dool Spoilers – Brady Black Arrested For Drunk Driving
Dool spoilers tease Brady confessing to relapsing and...
Thursday, August 22nd’s episode concluded with Detective Jada Hunter (Elia Cantu) showing up at Mr. Black’s apartment with a warrant to search his car. We can assume this will lead to Brady’s arrest in connection with the hit-and-run that has left Sarah, at least temporarily, paralyzed.
Dool Spoilers – Brady Black Arrested For Drunk Driving
Dool spoilers tease Brady confessing to relapsing and...
- 8/26/2024
- by Emily Steele
- Celebrating The Soaps
Here are the latest comings and goings casting news from all four daytime dramas: The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, and The Young and the Restless.
Casting For The Week of August 26, 2024
Find out if any of your favorite actors and actresses from yesteryear are returning to the shows you watch, if any newcomers have been cast in contract, recurring, or day-player roles, or if any popular performers are about to make their exit.
The Bold and the Beautiful
Another musical guest is headed to The Bold and the Beautiful. On the heels of Michael Damian’s visit and “Rock On” performance as The Young and the Restless’ Danny Romalotti, the show welcomes another singing star. Jökull Júliusson, who headlines the Icelandic band Kaleo, appears on the soap next month. He’ll perform the hit song “Way Down We Go” on Friday, September 27. Júliusso has already filmed his episode.
Casting For The Week of August 26, 2024
Find out if any of your favorite actors and actresses from yesteryear are returning to the shows you watch, if any newcomers have been cast in contract, recurring, or day-player roles, or if any popular performers are about to make their exit.
The Bold and the Beautiful
Another musical guest is headed to The Bold and the Beautiful. On the heels of Michael Damian’s visit and “Rock On” performance as The Young and the Restless’ Danny Romalotti, the show welcomes another singing star. Jökull Júliusson, who headlines the Icelandic band Kaleo, appears on the soap next month. He’ll perform the hit song “Way Down We Go” on Friday, September 27. Júliusso has already filmed his episode.
- 8/25/2024
- by Janet Di Lauro
- Soap Hub
What’s the latest comings and goings casting news from The Young and the Restless? Find out if any newcomers are joining the soap in contract, recurring, or day-player roles or if your favorite performers are exiting the CBS soap.
The Week of August 26, 2024
Lily Brooks O’Briant is featured prominently as Lucy Romalotti this week. She shares scenes with Reylynn Caster’s Faith on Monday, August 26, Vail Bloom’s Heather, and Michael Graziadei’s Daniel. She also airs on Friday, August 30.
Linden Ashby is back as the late Cameron Kirsten, encouraging Sharon Case’s Sharon to visit her dark side. He appears on Thursday, August 29 and Friday, August 30.
Judah Mackey pops in as Connor Newman on Thursday, August 29. He has scenes with Jason Thompson’s Billy, Peter Bergman’s Jack, and Melissa Claire Egan’s Chelsea.
Christopher Cousins reappears as Dr. Alan Laurent. On Tuesday, August 27, he interacts with Beth Maitland’s Traci.
The Week of August 26, 2024
Lily Brooks O’Briant is featured prominently as Lucy Romalotti this week. She shares scenes with Reylynn Caster’s Faith on Monday, August 26, Vail Bloom’s Heather, and Michael Graziadei’s Daniel. She also airs on Friday, August 30.
Linden Ashby is back as the late Cameron Kirsten, encouraging Sharon Case’s Sharon to visit her dark side. He appears on Thursday, August 29 and Friday, August 30.
Judah Mackey pops in as Connor Newman on Thursday, August 29. He has scenes with Jason Thompson’s Billy, Peter Bergman’s Jack, and Melissa Claire Egan’s Chelsea.
Christopher Cousins reappears as Dr. Alan Laurent. On Tuesday, August 27, he interacts with Beth Maitland’s Traci.
- 8/24/2024
- by Janet Di Lauro
- Soap Hub
[Editor’s note: The following article contains spoilers for Season 3 of Netflix’s “Bridgerton,” as well as the “Bridgerton” book “An Offer from a Gentleman.”]
Update 7/23: It’s official. On July 23, Netflix announced that Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) will be the Season 4 lead of “Bridgerton.” “Benedict Bridgerton has been unmasked as next season’s newest suitor,” Netflix wrote on X. “Please scream to celebrate our boy.”
Benedict Hive, our time has come.
The final moments of Season 3 of Netflix’s smash romantic drama seemed to confirm what many fans have long hoped: Benedict Bridgerton, the erstwhile artist and new sexual explorer, will get his main character moment next season.
The reveal took place while Eloise (Claudia Jessie) and Benedict — two siblings whose charged chemistry is really getting quite noticeable, yes? — had a quick goodbye before Eloise departs for Scotland. Eloise noted she’ll see him again next year, because her mother would never let her miss “her masquerade ball.”
Book...
Update 7/23: It’s official. On July 23, Netflix announced that Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) will be the Season 4 lead of “Bridgerton.” “Benedict Bridgerton has been unmasked as next season’s newest suitor,” Netflix wrote on X. “Please scream to celebrate our boy.”
Benedict Hive, our time has come.
The final moments of Season 3 of Netflix’s smash romantic drama seemed to confirm what many fans have long hoped: Benedict Bridgerton, the erstwhile artist and new sexual explorer, will get his main character moment next season.
The reveal took place while Eloise (Claudia Jessie) and Benedict — two siblings whose charged chemistry is really getting quite noticeable, yes? — had a quick goodbye before Eloise departs for Scotland. Eloise noted she’ll see him again next year, because her mother would never let her miss “her masquerade ball.”
Book...
- 7/23/2024
- by Erin Strecker
- Indiewire
Counting On alum Jana Duggar is raising a lot of eyebrows following her latest vlog. The 34-year-old has been sharing what she’s been up to after a long online absence. Most of her recent projects are for the family’s big house in Arkansas. But many were surprised by Jana’s new video featuring her house tour, as she wore what may be her most revealing outfit so far. Keep reading to see the shocking picture.
Counting On: Jana Duggar’s House Tour Vlog
In a YouTube post, Jana shared a vlog featuring a tour of her “tiny house.” According to the Counting On alum, she’s been living in a storage container at the Duggar compound. She later gave her viewers a tour, and many were impressed by its cozy interior. It has all the essentials she needs for a good life. Jana later shared a glimpse of her bedroom,...
Counting On: Jana Duggar’s House Tour Vlog
In a YouTube post, Jana shared a vlog featuring a tour of her “tiny house.” According to the Counting On alum, she’s been living in a storage container at the Duggar compound. She later gave her viewers a tour, and many were impressed by its cozy interior. It has all the essentials she needs for a good life. Jana later shared a glimpse of her bedroom,...
- 7/16/2024
- by Michael Malley
- TV Shows Ace
The Young and the Restless spoilers for the week of July 15, 2024 are in! Fans can expect Sharon Newman Rosales (Sharon Case) to continue fixating on Cassie Newman’s (Camryn Grimes) death. With Sharon’s meds causing her to spiral, could her rage over the accident be reactivated?
Meanwhile, it seems the soap is hinting at some alcohol-related danger for Lucy Romalotti (Lily Brooks O’Briant). Plus, it seems Skyle could have a custody war, which could put Audra Charles (Zuleyka Silver) in a legal mess. Keep reading to find out what is coming up next week.
The Young And The Restless Spoilers – Sharon Rosales Newman’s Loop
Y&r spoilers for the week of July 15 reveal that Sharon’s mental health will continue to worsen. Sharon has been stable for years but was recently put on a new bipolar medication. Sharon told this to Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) when he questioned her irritability.
Meanwhile, it seems the soap is hinting at some alcohol-related danger for Lucy Romalotti (Lily Brooks O’Briant). Plus, it seems Skyle could have a custody war, which could put Audra Charles (Zuleyka Silver) in a legal mess. Keep reading to find out what is coming up next week.
The Young And The Restless Spoilers – Sharon Rosales Newman’s Loop
Y&r spoilers for the week of July 15 reveal that Sharon’s mental health will continue to worsen. Sharon has been stable for years but was recently put on a new bipolar medication. Sharon told this to Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) when he questioned her irritability.
- 7/11/2024
- by Amandah Hancen
- Celebrating The Soaps
Bridgerton breakout Phoebe Dynevor is in talks to star in an as-yet-untitled shark thriller that Tommy Wirkola (Violent Night) wrote to direct for Sony Pictures, Deadline can confirm.
Details as to the plot of the film are under wraps. But Adam McKay and Kevin Messick will produce under their Hyperobject Industries banner, with production to kick off in Australia this summer.
Tommy Wirkola
Best known for her role of Daphne Bridgerton in the first two seasons of the hugely popular Netflix series Bridgerton, Dynevor was also recently seen starring opposite Alden Ehrenreich in the thriller Fair Play, which the streamer picked up at Sundance following a bidding war, garnering a BAFTA nomination for her work. Up next, she’ll be seen in two more thrillers: spy pic Inheritance from filmmaker Neil Burger and Anniversary, which also stars Diane Lane, Zoey Deutch and more.
Best known for helming Uni’s holiday...
Details as to the plot of the film are under wraps. But Adam McKay and Kevin Messick will produce under their Hyperobject Industries banner, with production to kick off in Australia this summer.
Tommy Wirkola
Best known for her role of Daphne Bridgerton in the first two seasons of the hugely popular Netflix series Bridgerton, Dynevor was also recently seen starring opposite Alden Ehrenreich in the thriller Fair Play, which the streamer picked up at Sundance following a bidding war, garnering a BAFTA nomination for her work. Up next, she’ll be seen in two more thrillers: spy pic Inheritance from filmmaker Neil Burger and Anniversary, which also stars Diane Lane, Zoey Deutch and more.
Best known for helming Uni’s holiday...
- 5/14/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Get ready for a heartwarming episode of “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” as Season 6 Episode 18, titled “Daniel’s Surprising Day; Daniel Makes a Surprise,” airs on PBS. In this delightful installment, young viewers will join Daniel Tiger on an adventure filled with unexpected discoveries and thoughtful gestures.
As Daniel goes on a walk with his family, he stumbles upon all sorts of surprises along the way. From colorful flowers to friendly animals, every moment brings a new and exciting discovery for Daniel and his friends.
But the surprises don’t end there! Later in the episode, Daniel decides to spread joy by surprising his friend Jodi with a special gift – a heart-shaped rock. Through this thoughtful gesture, Daniel teaches viewers the importance of kindness and friendship.
Tune in to PBS at 12:00 Pm on Wednesday, May 8th, for an episode of “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” that promises to inspire young hearts and minds with its messages of love,...
As Daniel goes on a walk with his family, he stumbles upon all sorts of surprises along the way. From colorful flowers to friendly animals, every moment brings a new and exciting discovery for Daniel and his friends.
But the surprises don’t end there! Later in the episode, Daniel decides to spread joy by surprising his friend Jodi with a special gift – a heart-shaped rock. Through this thoughtful gesture, Daniel teaches viewers the importance of kindness and friendship.
Tune in to PBS at 12:00 Pm on Wednesday, May 8th, for an episode of “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” that promises to inspire young hearts and minds with its messages of love,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Elton John and his longtime writing partner Bernie Taupin are being honored in a new PBS special and there’s an incredible performers lineup!
The duo received the Library of Congress’ Gershwin Prize and they were celebrated by a long list of entertainers who performed some of their greatest hits.
The PBS special debuted on Monday night (April 8) and is currently available to stream.
Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden said, “Elton John and Bernie Taupin have written some of the most memorable songs of our lives. Their careers stand out for the quality and broad appeal of their music and their influence on their fellow artists. More than 50 years ago, they came from across the pond to win over Americans and audiences worldwide with their beautiful songs and rock anthems. We’re proud to honor Elton and Bernie with the Gershwin Prize for their incredible impact on generations of music lovers.
The duo received the Library of Congress’ Gershwin Prize and they were celebrated by a long list of entertainers who performed some of their greatest hits.
The PBS special debuted on Monday night (April 8) and is currently available to stream.
Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden said, “Elton John and Bernie Taupin have written some of the most memorable songs of our lives. Their careers stand out for the quality and broad appeal of their music and their influence on their fellow artists. More than 50 years ago, they came from across the pond to win over Americans and audiences worldwide with their beautiful songs and rock anthems. We’re proud to honor Elton and Bernie with the Gershwin Prize for their incredible impact on generations of music lovers.
- 4/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
In the upcoming episode of “Daniel,” set to air at 9:00 Pm on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, on HBO, viewers can anticipate an engaging narrative that explores the life and experiences of the titular character.
As the story unfolds, audiences will delve into Daniel’s world, encountering the challenges, triumphs, and relationships that shape his journey. The episode promises a character-driven narrative that invites viewers to connect with Daniel on a personal level, fostering empathy and understanding.
With HBO’s reputation for delivering compelling storytelling, this episode of “Daniel” is likely to offer a mix of drama, emotion, and perhaps a touch of the unexpected. Whether navigating personal relationships, professional challenges, or facing inner demons, Daniel’s story is poised to captivate audiences and leave them eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this character’s compelling and relatable tale.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Wednesday 20 December 2023 on HBO
Daniel Cast – Main Cast...
As the story unfolds, audiences will delve into Daniel’s world, encountering the challenges, triumphs, and relationships that shape his journey. The episode promises a character-driven narrative that invites viewers to connect with Daniel on a personal level, fostering empathy and understanding.
With HBO’s reputation for delivering compelling storytelling, this episode of “Daniel” is likely to offer a mix of drama, emotion, and perhaps a touch of the unexpected. Whether navigating personal relationships, professional challenges, or facing inner demons, Daniel’s story is poised to captivate audiences and leave them eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this character’s compelling and relatable tale.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Wednesday 20 December 2023 on HBO
Daniel Cast – Main Cast...
- 12/13/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
THR reports that Daniel Craig and Charlize Theron are set to star in Two for the Money, a heist thriller to be directed by Justin Lin.
Apple Original Films snagged the rights to the project in a heated multi-studio bidding war. Plot details are being kept under wraps at this time, but the film is said to follow “the evolution of the relationship between two career thieves [Daniel Craig & Charlize Theron] over the course of three big jobs.” Dan Mazeau, who worked with Justin Lin on Fast X, is writing the script for Two for the Money.
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Speaking Fast X, this project actually came to life during the development of the Fast & Furious sequel. Justin Lin and Dan Mazeau came up with the story during their time on Fast X and pitched Charlize Theron on the concept, who loved it and suggested...
Apple Original Films snagged the rights to the project in a heated multi-studio bidding war. Plot details are being kept under wraps at this time, but the film is said to follow “the evolution of the relationship between two career thieves [Daniel Craig & Charlize Theron] over the course of three big jobs.” Dan Mazeau, who worked with Justin Lin on Fast X, is writing the script for Two for the Money.
Related Andrew Scott didn’t think he was good in Spectre
Speaking Fast X, this project actually came to life during the development of the Fast & Furious sequel. Justin Lin and Dan Mazeau came up with the story during their time on Fast X and pitched Charlize Theron on the concept, who loved it and suggested...
- 12/11/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Warner Bros. Discovery’s streaming service Max will be getting a little mad this December, literally, as George Miller‘s Mad Max: Fury Road is coming to the streamer. The 2015 Oscar-winning action epic debuts on Max as part of the build-up to the fifth installment in the Mad Max franchise, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, which is set to land in theaters on May 24, 2024. A new trailer for the Anya Taylor-Joy starring prequel was released Thursday, November 30. Other titles coming to Max this December include Originals Boom Boom Bruno, Elmo & Tango Holiday Helpers, Great Photo, Lovely Life, Trees and Other Entanglements, Daniel, Oprah and The Color Purple Journey, and Time Bomb Y2K. This December also brings the season finales of the Max Original comedy series Bookie, the Sarah Lancashire-starring Julia, and Rap Sh!t, about two estranged high school friends who reunite to form a rap group. Additionally, the...
- 12/1/2023
- TV Insider
A24 are delivering a special gift to Max this December, as Leo Reich’s acclaimed stand-up show Literally Who Cares?! hits the streamer. The comedian has already won over the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Off-Broadway with runs of the show, but this performance was taped at EartH in London. Consider checking it out – if A24 got involved in the project, you know you’ll definitely see something weird and special.
But if you’re looking for something more serious, add the new three-part documentary series Murder In Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning to your watch list this month. The upcoming series delves into the fallout from the investigation into Charles “Chuck” Stuart’s 911 call reporting that he and his pregnant wife, had been shot in Boston’s Mission Hill neighborhood in 1989.
Here’s everything coming to (and leaving) HBO and Max this month…
HBO and Max New Releases – December 2023
December...
But if you’re looking for something more serious, add the new three-part documentary series Murder In Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning to your watch list this month. The upcoming series delves into the fallout from the investigation into Charles “Chuck” Stuart’s 911 call reporting that he and his pregnant wife, had been shot in Boston’s Mission Hill neighborhood in 1989.
Here’s everything coming to (and leaving) HBO and Max this month…
HBO and Max New Releases – December 2023
December...
- 12/1/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
Elton John said Elvis Presley’s “Hound Dog” was one of the two records that completely changed his life. The other was by another 1950s rock ‘n’ roll singer. John also revealed what he thought about Elvis’ looks. He had a similar reaction to Elvis that he had to Marilyn Monroe.
Elvis Presley’s ‘Hound Dog’ was 1 of the 1st songs Elton John’s mom bought that he loved
During a 1973 interview with Rolling Stone, John was asked if his musical career began with his band Bluesology. “Actually it all started when I became old enough to listen to records, because my mother and father collected records and the first records I ever heard were Kay Starr and Billy May and Tennessee Ernie Ford and Les Paul and Mary Ford and Guy Mitchell,” he said. I grew up in that era. I was three or four when I first started listening to records like that.
Elvis Presley’s ‘Hound Dog’ was 1 of the 1st songs Elton John’s mom bought that he loved
During a 1973 interview with Rolling Stone, John was asked if his musical career began with his band Bluesology. “Actually it all started when I became old enough to listen to records, because my mother and father collected records and the first records I ever heard were Kay Starr and Billy May and Tennessee Ernie Ford and Les Paul and Mary Ford and Guy Mitchell,” he said. I grew up in that era. I was three or four when I first started listening to records like that.
- 11/14/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Palme d’Or winner ‘Anatomy Of A Fall’ opens in 160 cinemas.
Nia DaCosta’s The Marvels heads the new films in UK-Ireland cinemas this weekend, looking to boost the fortunes of the long-running superhero franchise.
The Marvels opens in 665 cinemas through Disney. This is slightly fewer than recent Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) titles Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (708), Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania (680) and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (704); the last MCU film to open on fewer screens was Chloe Zhao’s Eternals in 2021 (646).
Running for 15 years and counting, the MCU is still the highest-grossing film franchise both in UK-Ireland and worldwide.
Nia DaCosta’s The Marvels heads the new films in UK-Ireland cinemas this weekend, looking to boost the fortunes of the long-running superhero franchise.
The Marvels opens in 665 cinemas through Disney. This is slightly fewer than recent Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) titles Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (708), Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania (680) and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (704); the last MCU film to open on fewer screens was Chloe Zhao’s Eternals in 2021 (646).
Running for 15 years and counting, the MCU is still the highest-grossing film franchise both in UK-Ireland and worldwide.
- 11/10/2023
- by Ben Dalton
- ScreenDaily
Classic rock stars seemed to inspire outrage more than the musicians of today. For example, John Lennon infamously proclaimed that The Beatles were “more popular than Jesus” and Elton John upset fans when he revealed something about his personal life. Someone close to the latter said the controversy was only a “temporary hiccup” in his career.
Bernie Taupin compared Elton John’s coming out to the ‘more popular than Jesus’ fiasco
Most of John’s big songs, such as “Daniel,” “Tiny Dancer,” and “I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues,” were co-written by Taupin. During a 2023 interview with Vulture, Taupin was asked about the time John came out as bisexual, rather than as gay, in 1976. “He was a little half-hearted on that,” Taupin opined.
Taupin conceded John’s coming out had its drawbacks. “It definitely hurt him but only temporarily because we had massive sales after that,...
Bernie Taupin compared Elton John’s coming out to the ‘more popular than Jesus’ fiasco
Most of John’s big songs, such as “Daniel,” “Tiny Dancer,” and “I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues,” were co-written by Taupin. During a 2023 interview with Vulture, Taupin was asked about the time John came out as bisexual, rather than as gay, in 1976. “He was a little half-hearted on that,” Taupin opined.
Taupin conceded John’s coming out had its drawbacks. “It definitely hurt him but only temporarily because we had massive sales after that,...
- 10/11/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
After The Beatles broke up, it seemed like the individual members of the band were on a mission to work with every pop star they could. Elton John sang backup on John Lennon’s “Whatever Gets You Thru the Night.” John revealed what he thought about the “Cold Heart” singer’s work on the song. Sean Ono Lennon said he’s not a big fan of “Whatever Gets You Thru the Night.”
John Lennon’s ‘Whatever Gets You Thru the Night’ inspired John to make a promise
The book All We Are Saying: The Last Major Interview with John Lennon and Yoko Ono features a 1980 interview. In it, John recalled working with the “Your Song” singer. “He sang on a single that turned out to be a cut from Walls and Bridges, ‘Whatever Gets You Thru the Night,'” he remembered. “He sang harmony on it and he really did a damn good job.
John Lennon’s ‘Whatever Gets You Thru the Night’ inspired John to make a promise
The book All We Are Saying: The Last Major Interview with John Lennon and Yoko Ono features a 1980 interview. In it, John recalled working with the “Your Song” singer. “He sang on a single that turned out to be a cut from Walls and Bridges, ‘Whatever Gets You Thru the Night,'” he remembered. “He sang harmony on it and he really did a damn good job.
- 10/11/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: Zeitgeist Films and Kino Lorber have acquired all U.S. rights to Ken Loach’s Cannes Competition entry The Old Oak, which has been mooted to be the veteran filmmaker’s last movie.
The Old Oak, which has a screenplay from Loach’s frequent collaborator Paul Laverty, will open theatrically in early 2024 at Film Forum in New York with a national release set to follow.
The movie revolves around The Old Oak, the last standing pub in a once thriving mining village in northern England, and a gathering space for a community that has fallen on hard times. There is growing anger, resentment, and a lack of hope among the residents, but the pub and its proprietor Tj are a fond presence to their customers. When a group of Syrian refugees move into the floundering village, a decisive rift fueled by prejudices develops between the community and its newest inhabitants.
The Old Oak, which has a screenplay from Loach’s frequent collaborator Paul Laverty, will open theatrically in early 2024 at Film Forum in New York with a national release set to follow.
The movie revolves around The Old Oak, the last standing pub in a once thriving mining village in northern England, and a gathering space for a community that has fallen on hard times. There is growing anger, resentment, and a lack of hope among the residents, but the pub and its proprietor Tj are a fond presence to their customers. When a group of Syrian refugees move into the floundering village, a decisive rift fueled by prejudices develops between the community and its newest inhabitants.
- 7/11/2023
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Tl;Dr:
Elton John’s “Daniel” was overshadowed by a slow Paul McCartney song. “Daniel” is a song about a soldier in the Vietnam War. The Wings song in question is one of Paul’s worst love ballads.
Elton John’s “Daniel” has some interesting lyrics. Despite that, it was kept off the top of the charts by a Paul McCartney song. Notably, John’s co-writer Bernie Taupin said “Daniel” was widely misinterpreted by listeners.
Paul McCartney’s boring song ‘My Love’ got in the way of Elton John’s ‘Daniel’
Wings’ “My Love” is far from Paul McCartney’s most impressive song. It’s not even his most impressive piano ballad. It’s a love song that’s so slow and lifeless it feels like a dirge.
According to The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits, “My Love” was No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks, proving the 1970s...
Elton John’s “Daniel” was overshadowed by a slow Paul McCartney song. “Daniel” is a song about a soldier in the Vietnam War. The Wings song in question is one of Paul’s worst love ballads.
Elton John’s “Daniel” has some interesting lyrics. Despite that, it was kept off the top of the charts by a Paul McCartney song. Notably, John’s co-writer Bernie Taupin said “Daniel” was widely misinterpreted by listeners.
Paul McCartney’s boring song ‘My Love’ got in the way of Elton John’s ‘Daniel’
Wings’ “My Love” is far from Paul McCartney’s most impressive song. It’s not even his most impressive piano ballad. It’s a love song that’s so slow and lifeless it feels like a dirge.
According to The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits, “My Love” was No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks, proving the 1970s...
- 6/30/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Paul McCartney‘s “My Love” was one of his biggest hits during his time with Wings. In addition, Petula Clark also had a No. 1 hit called “My Love.” Notably, Clark didn’t enjoy her song at first and her opinion of it never changed.
Paul McCartney’s ‘My Love’ came out after Petula Clark’s hit with the same name
Clark released a hit called “My Love” in 1965. Meanwhile, Paul released a Wings track called “My Love” in 1973. During a 2013 interview with Songfacts, Clark revealed she wasn’t a fan of her hit. “We recorded three songs on that session,” she said. “We recorded them in LA, and I had to leave immediately after the session. I liked the two other songs quite a lot, but I really didn’t like ‘My Love.'”
Clark told Warner Bros. A&r executive Joe Smith she didn’t like “My Love,” but he was unmoved.
Paul McCartney’s ‘My Love’ came out after Petula Clark’s hit with the same name
Clark released a hit called “My Love” in 1965. Meanwhile, Paul released a Wings track called “My Love” in 1973. During a 2013 interview with Songfacts, Clark revealed she wasn’t a fan of her hit. “We recorded three songs on that session,” she said. “We recorded them in LA, and I had to leave immediately after the session. I liked the two other songs quite a lot, but I really didn’t like ‘My Love.'”
Clark told Warner Bros. A&r executive Joe Smith she didn’t like “My Love,” but he was unmoved.
- 6/26/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Robert Gottlieb, the legendary editor at Simon & Schuster, Alfred A. Knopf and The New Yorker who helped shape the work of many of the world’s greatest writers over the past six decades, has died, according to Knopf and The New Yorker. He was 92.
A partial list of the literary talents whose work Gottlieb edited includes Nobel laureates such as Toni Morrison, Doris Lessing and V.S. Naipaul; bestselling novelists such as John le Carré, Michael Crichton and Ray Bradbury; Hollywood types such as Elia Kazan, Katharine Hepburn, Sidney Poitier, Nora Ephron and Lauren Bacall; Pulitzer Prize-winners such as John Cheever, Katharine Graham and Robert Caro; and even a president, Bill Clinton.
Gottlieb was featured in the documentary Turn Every Page, directed by his daughter Lizzie, which premiered at last year’s Tribeca Festival and was picked up by Sony Pictures Classics. The film focuses on Gottlieb and Caro as...
A partial list of the literary talents whose work Gottlieb edited includes Nobel laureates such as Toni Morrison, Doris Lessing and V.S. Naipaul; bestselling novelists such as John le Carré, Michael Crichton and Ray Bradbury; Hollywood types such as Elia Kazan, Katharine Hepburn, Sidney Poitier, Nora Ephron and Lauren Bacall; Pulitzer Prize-winners such as John Cheever, Katharine Graham and Robert Caro; and even a president, Bill Clinton.
Gottlieb was featured in the documentary Turn Every Page, directed by his daughter Lizzie, which premiered at last year’s Tribeca Festival and was picked up by Sony Pictures Classics. The film focuses on Gottlieb and Caro as...
- 6/14/2023
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Tommy Joe Ballantyne (Dave Turner), the central character in Ken Loach’s “The Old Oak,” is a middle-aged landlord and proprietor of a pub that sits near the bottom of a sloped street of working-class row houses. We’re in an unnamed village in the northeast of England, and the pub, called the Old Oak, has seen better days. So has Tommy, who’s known as Tj. Dave Turner, the very good actor who plays him, resembles a bone-weary cross between John C. Reilly and Michael Moore. There’s a sweet-souled directness to his sad prole stare, and he treats his customers, some of whom he has known since they were in grade school together, with quiet affection and respect. But the pub is falling apart, and the property values in the neighborhood have plunged. Tj is barely scraping by serving pints of ale.
In Boston, I knew a bartender...
In Boston, I knew a bartender...
- 5/26/2023
- by Owen Gleiberman
- Variety Film + TV
Ed Ames, the veteran singer and actor who played Mingo in the television series Daniel Boone, has died. He was 95. According to Deadline, Ames passed away at his home in Los Angeles on Sunday, May 21. No cause of death was given. Born on July 9, 1927, in Malden, Massachusetts, Ames began his career singing with his brothers in the Ames Brothers quartet, who had success throughout the 1950s with hit songs such as “Rag Mop,” “It Only Hurts For a Little While,” “You, You, You,” and “The Naughty Lady of Shady Lane.” He would go on to record solo music in the 1960s after the quartet disbanded, having hits with tracks such as “My Cup Runneth Over,” “Time, Time,” “Try to Remember,” and “When the Snow Is on the Roses.” It was in the 1960s when Ames started to pursue a career in acting, with his first starring role coming in an...
- 5/26/2023
- TV Insider
For years now, it's been clear that Prime Video has wanted their own flagship fantasy series in "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" to measure up with the likes of "Game of Thrones." So who better to cast for the next season than a number of acclaimed character actors, one of whom is poached directly from the rival HBO show?
Today brings the exciting news that a trio of very talented performers have been added to the cast of "The Rings of Power" season 2. Variety reports that Ciarán Hinds, Rory Kinnear, and Tanya Moodie have all joined production on the next adventure set in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's most famous story, taking place thousands of years before the events of "The Lord of the Rings."
Best of all, these new faces to Middle-earth aren't actually all that new at all. Moodie most recently appeared in...
Today brings the exciting news that a trio of very talented performers have been added to the cast of "The Rings of Power" season 2. Variety reports that Ciarán Hinds, Rory Kinnear, and Tanya Moodie have all joined production on the next adventure set in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's most famous story, taking place thousands of years before the events of "The Lord of the Rings."
Best of all, these new faces to Middle-earth aren't actually all that new at all. Moodie most recently appeared in...
- 3/20/2023
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
Happy 72nd to Elton John today. With his biopic Rocketman just around the corner, let's list our favourite of his songs for a comment party.
Here are mine to get you started:
Your Song (1970) Rocket Man (1972) Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973) I Want Love (2001) Tiny Dancer (1971) The Last Song (1992) Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me (1974) Sacrifice (1989) Don't Go Breaking My Heart (1976) I Don't Wanna Go With You Like That (1988)
With apologies to This Train Don't Stop There Anymore (2001), Daniel (1973), The Bitch is Back (1974), I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues (1983), and more...
Here are mine to get you started:
Your Song (1970) Rocket Man (1972) Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973) I Want Love (2001) Tiny Dancer (1971) The Last Song (1992) Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me (1974) Sacrifice (1989) Don't Go Breaking My Heart (1976) I Don't Wanna Go With You Like That (1988)
With apologies to This Train Don't Stop There Anymore (2001), Daniel (1973), The Bitch is Back (1974), I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues (1983), and more...
- 3/25/2019
- by NATHANIEL R
- FilmExperience
With the recent news surrounding what happened to Jamal Khashoggi, it’s clear that there is no shortage of tragic journalism stories, sadly. And in the last five years, there’s perhaps not a more well-known story of a fallen journalist than James Foley. Now, it appears that Foley’s story, as well as others’ stories, will be told in the upcoming film “Daniel,” and we know who will play the murdered Us reporter.
Continue reading Toby Kebbell To Play Slain Journalist James Foley In Niels Arden Oplev’s ‘Daniel’ at The Playlist.
Continue reading Toby Kebbell To Play Slain Journalist James Foley In Niels Arden Oplev’s ‘Daniel’ at The Playlist.
- 10/24/2018
- by Charles Barfield
- The Playlist
One series that I'm extremely excited about seeing is the Karate Kid sequel series being developed for YouTube Red called Cobra Kai. The fact that we are actually going to get to see what happened to these classic characters all these years later is so freakin' cool!
It's already been revealed that Ralph Macchio and William Zabka are reprising their roles as Daniel Larusso and Johnny Lawrence. You can see them in a behind-the-scene photo that was released above.
The series was also described as a half-hour comedy with heart, and the story is set 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament. It "revolves around a down and out Johnny who, seeking redemption, reopens the infamous Cobra Kai dojo. It reignites his rivalry with a now-successful Daniel, who has been struggling to maintain balance in his life without the guidance of his mentor, Mr. Miyagi (the late...
It's already been revealed that Ralph Macchio and William Zabka are reprising their roles as Daniel Larusso and Johnny Lawrence. You can see them in a behind-the-scene photo that was released above.
The series was also described as a half-hour comedy with heart, and the story is set 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament. It "revolves around a down and out Johnny who, seeking redemption, reopens the infamous Cobra Kai dojo. It reignites his rivalry with a now-successful Daniel, who has been struggling to maintain balance in his life without the guidance of his mentor, Mr. Miyagi (the late...
- 10/24/2017
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
The Treasurer Playwright's Horizons, NYC Through October 22nd, 2017
Some plays have an inner logic that defies linear story-telling. That doesn't mean they need be inaccessible or opaque. It merely means that the playwright's imagination sometimes takes over - for better or for worse.
I tend to be critical of those plays. Most of the time, the lack of an inner logic spells randomness in the story. Why is that scene there? What purpose does it serve to the over-arching dramaturgy of the play?
So, when a play like The Treasurer by Max Posner comes along - at times stubbornly prosaic, at other times elegiacally poetic -- it can be hard to win me over.
The Treasurer won me over. And moved me in ways that a lesser play would not. It is wonderful.
The plot couldn't be simpler: A Son (Peter Friedman) lives in Colorado while his recently widowed Mother (Deanna Dunagen) lives in Albany.
Some plays have an inner logic that defies linear story-telling. That doesn't mean they need be inaccessible or opaque. It merely means that the playwright's imagination sometimes takes over - for better or for worse.
I tend to be critical of those plays. Most of the time, the lack of an inner logic spells randomness in the story. Why is that scene there? What purpose does it serve to the over-arching dramaturgy of the play?
So, when a play like The Treasurer by Max Posner comes along - at times stubbornly prosaic, at other times elegiacally poetic -- it can be hard to win me over.
The Treasurer won me over. And moved me in ways that a lesser play would not. It is wonderful.
The plot couldn't be simpler: A Son (Peter Friedman) lives in Colorado while his recently widowed Mother (Deanna Dunagen) lives in Albany.
- 9/25/2017
- by Mark Weston
- www.culturecatch.com
These fugitives on the run aren’t innocent young lovers. Still wanted for anti-war violence from years before, an ex-radical couple struggles to remain free just as their children become old enough to think for themselves. Screenwriter Naomi Foner and director Sidney Lumet’s fascinating movie is a sympathetic look at an untenable lifestyle.
Running on Empty
Blu-ray
Warner Archive Collection
1988 / Color / 1:85 enhanced widescreen / 116 min. / Street Date June 27, 2017 / available through the WBshop / 21.99
Starring: Christine Lahti, River Phoenix, Judd Hirsch, Jonas Abry, Martha Plimpton, Ed Crowley, L.M. Kit Carson, Steven Hill, Augusta Dabney, David Margulies, Lynne Thigpen, Bobo Lewis, Daniel Dassin.
Cinematography: Gerry Fisher
Film Editor: Andrew Mondshein
Original Music: Tony Mottola
Written by Naomi Foner
Produced by Griffin Dunne, Amy Robinson
Directed by Sidney Lumet
1988 suddenly seems much farther in the past than it did just a few months ago. The small town high school in Running on Empty has a dedicated, classically trained music teacher on the payroll. He earns enough to afford a rather nice house. The public school system is not being undermined, with all the wealthy students going to new kinds of exclusive, alternative schools siphoning off public money. We all have our own ideas about what ‘making America great again’ means, I suppose.
It doesn’t happen any more, but we used to read about ex- radicals from the Vietnam War days surfacing to turn themselves in. Not that many were directly involved in violent acts, but some had lived for decades under assumed identities, while their wanted photos were posted down at the Post Office. Some of them tried to raise families.
“We are all outlaws in the eyes of America.
Everything they say we are, we are.
. . . And we are very proud of ourselves.”
— The Jefferson Airplane
Naomi Foner’s Running on Empty is basically a ‘what comes next?’ chapter in the lives of former political public enemies like The Weather Underground. An unusual family is on the lam. The parents are militant radicals from the Nixon years, who went underground when one of their bombs maimed a janitor. Now they are nearing their forties, and must move from town to town whenever they think the Feds have picked up their trail. The couple chose their life and has accepted the consequences, but where does that leave their growing children, who are likewise forced to live like gypsies under assumed names?
I should think that this good movie would have a tough time in today’s market. If the online mob harps on Wonder Woman for promoting non-traditional values, what would they make of a movie ‘glorifying terrorism?’ Half of America still wants to see Jane Fonda strung up by her thumbs, and death threats for ‘enemies’ singled out on the web are now routine. Our channels of information are so jammed with stories elbowing each other for attention, I don’t think anybody could rouse the general public to even consider the problems of this kind of fugitive. Who has time for scurrilous pleas for sympathy for ‘undeserving’ people, when the public responds better to patriotic pieces about veterans . . . or cute animals?
Always watching for signs of F.B.I. surveillance, young Danny Pope (River Phoenix) alerts the rest of his family through pre-arranged signals. Annie and Arthur Pope (Christine Lahti & Judd Hirsch) abandon their jobs, their belongings and even their dog and flee to a new state with Danny and their other son Harry (Jonas Abry). With new identities they start new lives. Arthur and Annie find off-the-books employment as a cook and a medical receptionist and the boys are enrolled in school with ‘previous transcripts on the way.’ We see the unusual preparations that must be made, with secret arrangements so that any family member can alert the others if they’re found out; we also see that the family is supported to some degree by a network of post-radical (or still radical?) sympathizers, such as a doctor (David Marguiles) who tends to political fugitives. But the Popes are cut off from their own families. Annie’s disapproving father (Steven Hill) can only see her in an extraordinary circumstance arranged by a third party. Potential trouble comes when former comrade Gus Winant (L.M. Kit Carson) drops by. He’d like to sleep with his old flame Annie, and is carrying guns in the assumption that Arthur will agree to rob a bank with him. But a more troubling problem is closer to home. Young Danny has inherited his mother’s musical talent, and his teacher Mr. Phillips (Ed Crowley) is encouraging him to apply to Julliard in New York. Danny is also stuck on Phillips’ teenage daughter Lorna (Martha Plimpton), a girl to whom he might be ready to commit. As far as Arthur is concerned, Danny can’t do any of those things because his first duty is to help his family in the undercover life. Annie doesn’t know what to do. If she leaves her son behind, she may never see him again.
Practically speaking, Running on Empty will only play well to a certain segment of the public. Are you the kind that sympathizes with draft deserters that fled to Canada, or the kind that wants to hand them long terms in prison? The Popes aren’t victims of injustice, at least not directly; they knew what they were doing when they went militant, and the injuries they caused can’t simply be dismissed as youthful idealism. They are also hopelessly associated with fanatics they inspired, like the Sla. And there’s no statute of limitations on armed insurrection. I think almost all of the radical fugitives that went underground are now accounted for. Some served prison time and others got off because courtroom prosecutions would reveal or publicize the government’s own illegal doings. Running on Empty dramatizes what might have been reality for just a few of these ‘outlaws in the eyes of America.’ Some radicals reportedly found it easy to live undetected while still on various Most Wanted lists. Others found ways to turn themselves in, square themselves with the authorities and re-commence academic lives interrupted years before to oppose the government. *
Running on Empty is a fascinating show, with a cast that clearly had to work hard to make their characters believable. Christine Lahti puts up with her bossy, security-minded husband. He himself gets drunk one night and starts shouting his real name loud enough to wake the neighbors. Judd Hirsch and director Lumet know that these can’t be ordinary people. He doesn’t try to make them Ozzie and Harriet types, somehow (sniff!) trapped by their youthful mistakes. No, they’re still promoting various Union and social justice causes here and there, although Arthur must back away whenever he becomes visible enough to appear in a news photo. Every year they celebrate a birthday to Sam, the man struck by their bomb. It’s not a joke, but a ritual so they won’t forget their crime.
At the center of the movie is the cult actor River Phoenix, who graduated briefly to good roles after his appearance as an adolescent space voyager in the fantasy film Explorers. Phoenix is excellent as Danny, a kid raised to never let down his guard. The show begins with Danny detecting a plainclothes tail and executing what must be ‘escape plan 9.’ The family is out of town in a matter of minutes. Danny’s a sensitive, smart guy. If he plays by the rules, he must keep himself a complete mystery to his new girlfriend Lorna. The boy is committed to his family, but feels the pull to go off on his own, where a decent future awaits. In a way, it’s not a situation wholly unique to these former radicals. This must happen all the time when someone breaks away from a strongly structured family, or a religious cult.
The movie’s tension level doubles when Danny takes the forbidden step of telling Lorna everything. How many of us living normal lives (well, reasonably normal lives) could trust our sweethearts with such a volatile secret: “I and my whole family are fugitives from justice. Anybody helping us is a potential accomplice. Just by letting you know, I’m putting you in legal jeopardy. Will you turn me in, or become a criminal with me?”
At this age Martha Plimpton might remind one of a teenage Lauren Bacall. A survivor of Goonies, she is featured in what I think is the best Cannon film, Shy People. Plimpton and Phoenix have several worthy melodramatic romantic scenes to play, and they’re excellent together.
With the ace director Sidney Lumet in charge the strange relationships seem credible, even when the flaky, reckless Gus Winant breezes through. The former radical patriot is now nothing but an outlaw bum. In a nice choice, Gus is played by L.M. Kit Carson, the original fake counterculture hero in the classic experimental faux-documentary David Holzman’s Diary. With dangerous idiots like Gus on the loose, the Popes can’t even consider themselves part of a noble creed. Some of their old colleagues are indeed armed and dangerous.
I don’t think the Popes would stand a chance of evading the cops in today’s security state. One can no longer simply find the name of a dead infant and apply for a new birth certificate and passport. The Popes aren’t hiding in a shack in the woods, but are out and about in the public, working and rubbing elbows with schools and doctors. I guess that back in the 1980s Arthur could become a cook and Annie a receptionist without references, but it’s less likely now, when one can’t buy bubble gum without leaving a data trail. Traffic and security surveillance cameras are now everywhere. Billions of smart-phone photos are taken at public gatherings, and routinely posted on the web. A high-level security agency could be (is?) scanning the web with face recognition software.
Sidney Lumet wrote that his movies Running on Empty and Daniel had the same theme: “Who pays for the passion and commitment of the parents?” This is an even-handed and insightful drama. Lumet made a wide range of great entertainments, and some of the best- ever ‘New York Jewish Liberal Movies.’ He’s also one of the few directors who could take on fundamentally controversial material like this, and continue to maintain a busy career.
The Warner Archive Collection Blu-ray of Running on Empty is a good encoding of what was already a very good Wac Mod disc from just two years ago. The improved picture and sound reveals the expected quality of a top Sidney Lumet product. The small town we see is very attractive, a political landscape completely different from the corporate/banking rapacious wasteland of last year’s Hell or High Water. ‘Radicals unselfishly trying to stop a war in 1971’ is still anathema, while Mr. and Mrs. U.S.A. now considers it justifiable for ‘radicals to selfishly try to rescue their ruined finances.’
Madonna is on the soundtrack for a scene in Daniel’s music class. The final James Taylor song Fire and Rain works extremely well in context: “. . . and I always thought that I’d see you again.”
On a scale of Excellent, Good, Fair, and Poor,
Running on Empty Blu-ray rates:
Movie: Excellent
Video: Excellent
Sound: Excellent
Supplements: none
Deaf and Hearing Impaired Friendly? Yes; Subtitles: English (feature only)
Packaging: Keep case
Reviewed: June 21, 2017
(5451empt)
* I remember a major case from 2001. A radical who had evaded capture for thirty years finalized arrangements to turn herself in, after a delicate negotiation aimed at running her quietly through the legal system to let her get on with her life. She was reportedly not personally responsible for any violent acts, and under her assumed identity had worked for decades in a socially productive job. I followed her story for a couple of days in the newspaper . . . and then 9/11 happened. In the storm of security-minded post-attack chaos that followed, her story thread just vanished from the media-scape. I don’t have a clue what happened to her next. The timing couldn’t possibly have been worse for a former Enemy of the State.
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Running on Empty
Blu-ray
Warner Archive Collection
1988 / Color / 1:85 enhanced widescreen / 116 min. / Street Date June 27, 2017 / available through the WBshop / 21.99
Starring: Christine Lahti, River Phoenix, Judd Hirsch, Jonas Abry, Martha Plimpton, Ed Crowley, L.M. Kit Carson, Steven Hill, Augusta Dabney, David Margulies, Lynne Thigpen, Bobo Lewis, Daniel Dassin.
Cinematography: Gerry Fisher
Film Editor: Andrew Mondshein
Original Music: Tony Mottola
Written by Naomi Foner
Produced by Griffin Dunne, Amy Robinson
Directed by Sidney Lumet
1988 suddenly seems much farther in the past than it did just a few months ago. The small town high school in Running on Empty has a dedicated, classically trained music teacher on the payroll. He earns enough to afford a rather nice house. The public school system is not being undermined, with all the wealthy students going to new kinds of exclusive, alternative schools siphoning off public money. We all have our own ideas about what ‘making America great again’ means, I suppose.
It doesn’t happen any more, but we used to read about ex- radicals from the Vietnam War days surfacing to turn themselves in. Not that many were directly involved in violent acts, but some had lived for decades under assumed identities, while their wanted photos were posted down at the Post Office. Some of them tried to raise families.
“We are all outlaws in the eyes of America.
Everything they say we are, we are.
. . . And we are very proud of ourselves.”
— The Jefferson Airplane
Naomi Foner’s Running on Empty is basically a ‘what comes next?’ chapter in the lives of former political public enemies like The Weather Underground. An unusual family is on the lam. The parents are militant radicals from the Nixon years, who went underground when one of their bombs maimed a janitor. Now they are nearing their forties, and must move from town to town whenever they think the Feds have picked up their trail. The couple chose their life and has accepted the consequences, but where does that leave their growing children, who are likewise forced to live like gypsies under assumed names?
I should think that this good movie would have a tough time in today’s market. If the online mob harps on Wonder Woman for promoting non-traditional values, what would they make of a movie ‘glorifying terrorism?’ Half of America still wants to see Jane Fonda strung up by her thumbs, and death threats for ‘enemies’ singled out on the web are now routine. Our channels of information are so jammed with stories elbowing each other for attention, I don’t think anybody could rouse the general public to even consider the problems of this kind of fugitive. Who has time for scurrilous pleas for sympathy for ‘undeserving’ people, when the public responds better to patriotic pieces about veterans . . . or cute animals?
Always watching for signs of F.B.I. surveillance, young Danny Pope (River Phoenix) alerts the rest of his family through pre-arranged signals. Annie and Arthur Pope (Christine Lahti & Judd Hirsch) abandon their jobs, their belongings and even their dog and flee to a new state with Danny and their other son Harry (Jonas Abry). With new identities they start new lives. Arthur and Annie find off-the-books employment as a cook and a medical receptionist and the boys are enrolled in school with ‘previous transcripts on the way.’ We see the unusual preparations that must be made, with secret arrangements so that any family member can alert the others if they’re found out; we also see that the family is supported to some degree by a network of post-radical (or still radical?) sympathizers, such as a doctor (David Marguiles) who tends to political fugitives. But the Popes are cut off from their own families. Annie’s disapproving father (Steven Hill) can only see her in an extraordinary circumstance arranged by a third party. Potential trouble comes when former comrade Gus Winant (L.M. Kit Carson) drops by. He’d like to sleep with his old flame Annie, and is carrying guns in the assumption that Arthur will agree to rob a bank with him. But a more troubling problem is closer to home. Young Danny has inherited his mother’s musical talent, and his teacher Mr. Phillips (Ed Crowley) is encouraging him to apply to Julliard in New York. Danny is also stuck on Phillips’ teenage daughter Lorna (Martha Plimpton), a girl to whom he might be ready to commit. As far as Arthur is concerned, Danny can’t do any of those things because his first duty is to help his family in the undercover life. Annie doesn’t know what to do. If she leaves her son behind, she may never see him again.
Practically speaking, Running on Empty will only play well to a certain segment of the public. Are you the kind that sympathizes with draft deserters that fled to Canada, or the kind that wants to hand them long terms in prison? The Popes aren’t victims of injustice, at least not directly; they knew what they were doing when they went militant, and the injuries they caused can’t simply be dismissed as youthful idealism. They are also hopelessly associated with fanatics they inspired, like the Sla. And there’s no statute of limitations on armed insurrection. I think almost all of the radical fugitives that went underground are now accounted for. Some served prison time and others got off because courtroom prosecutions would reveal or publicize the government’s own illegal doings. Running on Empty dramatizes what might have been reality for just a few of these ‘outlaws in the eyes of America.’ Some radicals reportedly found it easy to live undetected while still on various Most Wanted lists. Others found ways to turn themselves in, square themselves with the authorities and re-commence academic lives interrupted years before to oppose the government. *
Running on Empty is a fascinating show, with a cast that clearly had to work hard to make their characters believable. Christine Lahti puts up with her bossy, security-minded husband. He himself gets drunk one night and starts shouting his real name loud enough to wake the neighbors. Judd Hirsch and director Lumet know that these can’t be ordinary people. He doesn’t try to make them Ozzie and Harriet types, somehow (sniff!) trapped by their youthful mistakes. No, they’re still promoting various Union and social justice causes here and there, although Arthur must back away whenever he becomes visible enough to appear in a news photo. Every year they celebrate a birthday to Sam, the man struck by their bomb. It’s not a joke, but a ritual so they won’t forget their crime.
At the center of the movie is the cult actor River Phoenix, who graduated briefly to good roles after his appearance as an adolescent space voyager in the fantasy film Explorers. Phoenix is excellent as Danny, a kid raised to never let down his guard. The show begins with Danny detecting a plainclothes tail and executing what must be ‘escape plan 9.’ The family is out of town in a matter of minutes. Danny’s a sensitive, smart guy. If he plays by the rules, he must keep himself a complete mystery to his new girlfriend Lorna. The boy is committed to his family, but feels the pull to go off on his own, where a decent future awaits. In a way, it’s not a situation wholly unique to these former radicals. This must happen all the time when someone breaks away from a strongly structured family, or a religious cult.
The movie’s tension level doubles when Danny takes the forbidden step of telling Lorna everything. How many of us living normal lives (well, reasonably normal lives) could trust our sweethearts with such a volatile secret: “I and my whole family are fugitives from justice. Anybody helping us is a potential accomplice. Just by letting you know, I’m putting you in legal jeopardy. Will you turn me in, or become a criminal with me?”
At this age Martha Plimpton might remind one of a teenage Lauren Bacall. A survivor of Goonies, she is featured in what I think is the best Cannon film, Shy People. Plimpton and Phoenix have several worthy melodramatic romantic scenes to play, and they’re excellent together.
With the ace director Sidney Lumet in charge the strange relationships seem credible, even when the flaky, reckless Gus Winant breezes through. The former radical patriot is now nothing but an outlaw bum. In a nice choice, Gus is played by L.M. Kit Carson, the original fake counterculture hero in the classic experimental faux-documentary David Holzman’s Diary. With dangerous idiots like Gus on the loose, the Popes can’t even consider themselves part of a noble creed. Some of their old colleagues are indeed armed and dangerous.
I don’t think the Popes would stand a chance of evading the cops in today’s security state. One can no longer simply find the name of a dead infant and apply for a new birth certificate and passport. The Popes aren’t hiding in a shack in the woods, but are out and about in the public, working and rubbing elbows with schools and doctors. I guess that back in the 1980s Arthur could become a cook and Annie a receptionist without references, but it’s less likely now, when one can’t buy bubble gum without leaving a data trail. Traffic and security surveillance cameras are now everywhere. Billions of smart-phone photos are taken at public gatherings, and routinely posted on the web. A high-level security agency could be (is?) scanning the web with face recognition software.
Sidney Lumet wrote that his movies Running on Empty and Daniel had the same theme: “Who pays for the passion and commitment of the parents?” This is an even-handed and insightful drama. Lumet made a wide range of great entertainments, and some of the best- ever ‘New York Jewish Liberal Movies.’ He’s also one of the few directors who could take on fundamentally controversial material like this, and continue to maintain a busy career.
The Warner Archive Collection Blu-ray of Running on Empty is a good encoding of what was already a very good Wac Mod disc from just two years ago. The improved picture and sound reveals the expected quality of a top Sidney Lumet product. The small town we see is very attractive, a political landscape completely different from the corporate/banking rapacious wasteland of last year’s Hell or High Water. ‘Radicals unselfishly trying to stop a war in 1971’ is still anathema, while Mr. and Mrs. U.S.A. now considers it justifiable for ‘radicals to selfishly try to rescue their ruined finances.’
Madonna is on the soundtrack for a scene in Daniel’s music class. The final James Taylor song Fire and Rain works extremely well in context: “. . . and I always thought that I’d see you again.”
On a scale of Excellent, Good, Fair, and Poor,
Running on Empty Blu-ray rates:
Movie: Excellent
Video: Excellent
Sound: Excellent
Supplements: none
Deaf and Hearing Impaired Friendly? Yes; Subtitles: English (feature only)
Packaging: Keep case
Reviewed: June 21, 2017
(5451empt)
* I remember a major case from 2001. A radical who had evaded capture for thirty years finalized arrangements to turn herself in, after a delicate negotiation aimed at running her quietly through the legal system to let her get on with her life. She was reportedly not personally responsible for any violent acts, and under her assumed identity had worked for decades in a socially productive job. I followed her story for a couple of days in the newspaper . . . and then 9/11 happened. In the storm of security-minded post-attack chaos that followed, her story thread just vanished from the media-scape. I don’t have a clue what happened to her next. The timing couldn’t possibly have been worse for a former Enemy of the State.
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- 6/23/2017
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
"The Furniture" is our weekly series on Production Design. You can click on the images to see them in magnified detail. Here's Daniel Walber ...
All That Jazz (1979) is the only Palme d’Or winner to have won the Oscar for Best Production Design. I do not have an explanation for that. Luck of the draw, really. But, as we await the prizes at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, this odd piece of trivia is an excellent excuse to take a closer look at Bob Fosse’s masterpiece.
There are actually a few odd things about the film’s Oscar record. It’s not only a rare Oscar-winning remake, but a remake of another production design nominee: Federico Fellini’s 8½. The four designers who took home the prize for All That Jazz include not only production designer Philip Rosenberg and art directors Gary Brink and Edward Stewart but also Tony Walton,...
All That Jazz (1979) is the only Palme d’Or winner to have won the Oscar for Best Production Design. I do not have an explanation for that. Luck of the draw, really. But, as we await the prizes at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, this odd piece of trivia is an excellent excuse to take a closer look at Bob Fosse’s masterpiece.
There are actually a few odd things about the film’s Oscar record. It’s not only a rare Oscar-winning remake, but a remake of another production design nominee: Federico Fellini’s 8½. The four designers who took home the prize for All That Jazz include not only production designer Philip Rosenberg and art directors Gary Brink and Edward Stewart but also Tony Walton,...
- 5/22/2017
- by Daniel Walber
- FilmExperience
Every week, IndieWire asks a select handful of TV critics two questions and publishes the results on Tuesday. (The answer to the second, “What is the best show currently on TV?” can be found at the end of this post.)
This week’s question: What is the best one-and-done show, a.k.a. a One-Season Wonder? (This refers to shows that only got one season and tragically did not get renewed, as opposed to limited series that never intended to continue.)
Allison Keene (@KeeneTV), Collider
There are so many! But for me the best will always be “Freaks and Geeks.” It’s a show that I watched at an age before I really understood the whole TV renewal/cancellation process, but even then I knew it was unjustly short. The show was such a great blend of smarts, snark, and genuine emotions, in a way that could actually be painful to watch.
This week’s question: What is the best one-and-done show, a.k.a. a One-Season Wonder? (This refers to shows that only got one season and tragically did not get renewed, as opposed to limited series that never intended to continue.)
Allison Keene (@KeeneTV), Collider
There are so many! But for me the best will always be “Freaks and Geeks.” It’s a show that I watched at an age before I really understood the whole TV renewal/cancellation process, but even then I knew it was unjustly short. The show was such a great blend of smarts, snark, and genuine emotions, in a way that could actually be painful to watch.
- 5/16/2017
- by Hanh Nguyen
- Indiewire
A lengthy talk-fest interview of the underrated filmmaker, who takes us through his life story as a personal journey, not a string of movie assignments. Sidney Lumet seems to attract a lot of criticism, and so did this docu for not challenging his opinions or rubbing his nose in his less admirable movie efforts. The docu is just Lumet’s thoughts, and the words of a man of integrity are always inspiring.
By Sidney Lumet
Blu-ray
FilmRise
2015 / Color /1:78 widescreen / 103 min. / Street Date January 9, 2017 / 24.95
Starring Sidney Lumet
Cinematography Tom Hurwitz
Film Editor Anthony Ripoli
Produced by Scott Berrie, Nancy Buirski, Chris Donnelly, Joshua A. Green, Thane Rosenbaum, Robin Yigit Smith
Directed by Nancy Buirski
This ought to be a good year for documentary filmmaker Nancy Buirski. I first caught up with her excellent feature docu Afternoon of a Faun, about the ill-fated ballerina Tanaquil Le Clerc, and she’s had other successes as well.
By Sidney Lumet
Blu-ray
FilmRise
2015 / Color /1:78 widescreen / 103 min. / Street Date January 9, 2017 / 24.95
Starring Sidney Lumet
Cinematography Tom Hurwitz
Film Editor Anthony Ripoli
Produced by Scott Berrie, Nancy Buirski, Chris Donnelly, Joshua A. Green, Thane Rosenbaum, Robin Yigit Smith
Directed by Nancy Buirski
This ought to be a good year for documentary filmmaker Nancy Buirski. I first caught up with her excellent feature docu Afternoon of a Faun, about the ill-fated ballerina Tanaquil Le Clerc, and she’s had other successes as well.
- 2/21/2017
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
Stars: Charles Shaughnessy, Sarah Butler, Damon Dayoub, Cara AnnMarie, Niki Spiridakos, Jennifer Kincer, Steven Dutton, Chris Newman | Written by Robert Dyke, Tex Ragsdale | Directed by Robert Dyke
Ok, I’ll admit it. I have a soft spot for Robert Dyke’s 1989 sci-fi horror Moontrap. I have ever since the weekend I rented it and 1990′s The Dark Side of the Moon and was blown away by both space-faring terror tales. Which is probably why I own multiple copies Moontrap; well that and the fact there hasn’t been a perfect release of the film on DVD or Blu yet… So when a sequel was announced decades after the release of the film, it’s safe to say my interest was peaked. In fact we first wrote about the sequel, titled Moontrap: Target Earth, way, way back in 2014. Then things went all quiet on the sci-fi front. Until last month.
Ok, I’ll admit it. I have a soft spot for Robert Dyke’s 1989 sci-fi horror Moontrap. I have ever since the weekend I rented it and 1990′s The Dark Side of the Moon and was blown away by both space-faring terror tales. Which is probably why I own multiple copies Moontrap; well that and the fact there hasn’t been a perfect release of the film on DVD or Blu yet… So when a sequel was announced decades after the release of the film, it’s safe to say my interest was peaked. In fact we first wrote about the sequel, titled Moontrap: Target Earth, way, way back in 2014. Then things went all quiet on the sci-fi front. Until last month.
- 2/17/2017
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
While we all tiddle our thumbs waiting for Westworld to return in 2018, the folks over at Funny or Die have paired the HBO series together with City Slickers, the early 90's western/comedy which starred Billy Crystal, Daniel Stern, Bruno Kirby and Jack Palance. Years after their 'City Slickers' narrative was retired, Westworld hosts Mitch Robbins (Billy Crystal) & Phil Berquist (Daniel... Read More...
- 2/2/2017
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
In the wake of Noah Baumbach and Jake Paltrow’s wonderful De Palma, a documentary concerning the life and career of director Brian De Palma, it’s difficult to look at the almost equally enjoyable By Sidney Lumet without comparing. Both explore the careers of vitally important filmmakers whose work has perhaps not attained the mainstream success of their blockbuster-spewing contemporaries. While De Palma contains an undeniable sense of joy in illuminating every facet of the director’s process, By Sidney Lumet instead fixates on a thematic exploration of director Sidney Lumet‘s filmography. It’s an enthralling film, very much worthy of its skillful subject.
The seeds of Lumet’s career as director lie in his childhood and his relationship with his father, Baruch, a director in the Jewish Theater. As a boy, Lumet worked under Baruch as a child actor, even taking a crucial role in the film One Third of a Nation.
The seeds of Lumet’s career as director lie in his childhood and his relationship with his father, Baruch, a director in the Jewish Theater. As a boy, Lumet worked under Baruch as a child actor, even taking a crucial role in the film One Third of a Nation.
- 10/27/2016
- by Tony Hinds
- The Film Stage
1. “The Get Down” Season 1, Part 1 (available August 12)
Why Should I Watch It? Baz Luhrmann brings his wild style to the small screen in a story inspired by the creation of hip-hop. I know, I know — you’re already in, but there’s so much more! Made from a carefully curated combination of experienced minds — including Grandmaster Flash, Nas and Nelson George — “The Get Down” chronicles how kids in Queens during the late ’70s blended disco and soul music to create what’s currently the most popular pop music genre. Oh, and did we mention it’s a love story? A handful of newcomers join respected actors like Jimmy Smits and Giancarlo Esposito for the 12-hour first season, but we’re only getting six episodes to start with. It can’t all be perfect.
Best Episode: While Luhrmann served as showrunner for the entire first season (and directed a few episodes...
Why Should I Watch It? Baz Luhrmann brings his wild style to the small screen in a story inspired by the creation of hip-hop. I know, I know — you’re already in, but there’s so much more! Made from a carefully curated combination of experienced minds — including Grandmaster Flash, Nas and Nelson George — “The Get Down” chronicles how kids in Queens during the late ’70s blended disco and soul music to create what’s currently the most popular pop music genre. Oh, and did we mention it’s a love story? A handful of newcomers join respected actors like Jimmy Smits and Giancarlo Esposito for the 12-hour first season, but we’re only getting six episodes to start with. It can’t all be perfect.
Best Episode: While Luhrmann served as showrunner for the entire first season (and directed a few episodes...
- 8/1/2016
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
In case you were trying to decide what to ask God when you die and are offered the answers to all the secrets of the universe, don't ask him/her/it about Home Alone. I mean, ask him if you really want to, but Slate's interview with Home Alone production designer John Muto pretty much has you covered. Muto, who might as well be an honest-to-God human wizard, talks about the nonlethal stunts he and his team devised for the film's half-hour climactic booby-trap scene. Setting. Fire. To. A. Mannequin. When is the solution to any dilemma "setting fire to a mannequin"? How could we have known? While bad guys Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern were completely out of harm's way during filming, the same could not be said for their stunt doubles Troy Brown and Leon Delaney. Oh, and yes, Buzz's tarantula really did walk around on Daniel Sterns' horrified face.
- 11/16/2015
- by Halle Kiefer
- Vulture
A retrospective of films by Jean-Marie Straub and Danièle Huillet is heading to New York's MoMA next spring. Also in today's roundup: J. Hoberman on Sidney Lumet’s Daniel and Costa-Gavras’s The Confession, Nick Pinkerton on Pedro Costa's Horse Money, Uncle John producer and co-writer Erik Crary on his years as an assistant to David Lynch, Erik Morse's interview with Mélanie Laurent and Anne-Sophie Brasme (Breathe), Valerie Grove on a new biography of Maggie Smith, Adrian Curry on posters for movies by Vittorio De Sica, Lodge Kerrigan in New York, Agnès Varda in Chicago—and more. » - David Hudson...
- 9/21/2015
- Keyframe
A retrospective of films by Jean-Marie Straub and Danièle Huillet is heading to New York's MoMA next spring. Also in today's roundup: J. Hoberman on Sidney Lumet’s Daniel and Costa-Gavras’s The Confession, Nick Pinkerton on Pedro Costa's Horse Money, Uncle John producer and co-writer Erik Crary on his years as an assistant to David Lynch, Erik Morse's interview with Mélanie Laurent and Anne-Sophie Brasme (Breathe), Valerie Grove on a new biography of Maggie Smith, Adrian Curry on posters for movies by Vittorio De Sica, Lodge Kerrigan in New York, Agnès Varda in Chicago—and more. » - David Hudson...
- 9/21/2015
- Fandor: Keyframe
How does one make a movie about a hot-button political topic that's divided the nation for sixty years? And if the facts of the case aren't fully known, how can one be sure that some news revelation won't reach back and make your well-meaning film play like a stack of lies? E. L. Doctorow and Sidney Lumet found a way. Daniel Olive Films Savant Blu-ray Review
1983 / Color / 1:78 widescreen / 130 min. / Street Date August 25, 2015 / available through the Olive Films website / 29.95 Starring Timothy Hutton, Mandy Patinkin, Lindsay Crouse, Edward Asner, Ellen Barkin, Julie Bovasso, Tovah Feldshuh, Joseph Leon, Carmen Mathews, Amanda Plummer, John Rubinstein, Maria Tucci, Daniel Stern. Cinematography Andrzej Bartkowiak Film Editor Peter C. Frank Written by E.L. Doctorow from his novel The Book of Daniel. Produced by E. Lk. Doctorow, Burtt Harris Directed by Sidney Lumet
Reviewed by Glenn Erickson
In his book Making Movies, director Sidney Lumet says that...
1983 / Color / 1:78 widescreen / 130 min. / Street Date August 25, 2015 / available through the Olive Films website / 29.95 Starring Timothy Hutton, Mandy Patinkin, Lindsay Crouse, Edward Asner, Ellen Barkin, Julie Bovasso, Tovah Feldshuh, Joseph Leon, Carmen Mathews, Amanda Plummer, John Rubinstein, Maria Tucci, Daniel Stern. Cinematography Andrzej Bartkowiak Film Editor Peter C. Frank Written by E.L. Doctorow from his novel The Book of Daniel. Produced by E. Lk. Doctorow, Burtt Harris Directed by Sidney Lumet
Reviewed by Glenn Erickson
In his book Making Movies, director Sidney Lumet says that...
- 9/1/2015
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
The Walking Dead will be featured in Hall H at this year's San Diego Comic-Con and ahead of the convention festivities, AMC has revealed new Season 6 key art showcasing the cast of the living dead series.
"The image, which will appear on banner ads around the fan-based convention from July 8-12, features series stars (from L-r): Michael Cudlitz as Abraham, Josh McDermitt as Eugene, Alanna Masterson as Tara, Christian Serratos as Rosita, Chandler Riggs as Carl, Danai Gurira as Michonne, Melissa McBride as Carol, Sonequa Martin-Green as Sasha, Lauren Cohan as Maggie, Steven Yeun as Glenn, Norman Reedus as Daryl, Andrew Lincoln as Rick, Lennie James as Morgan, Seth Gilliam as Father Gabriel, Tovah Feldshuh as Deanna, Ross Marquand as Aaron, Alexandra Breckenridge as Jesse, and Austin Nichols as Spencer.
“The Walking Dead” Comic Con panel will take place on Friday, July 10 at 12:00 p.m."
Image via Frank Ockenfels 3...
"The image, which will appear on banner ads around the fan-based convention from July 8-12, features series stars (from L-r): Michael Cudlitz as Abraham, Josh McDermitt as Eugene, Alanna Masterson as Tara, Christian Serratos as Rosita, Chandler Riggs as Carl, Danai Gurira as Michonne, Melissa McBride as Carol, Sonequa Martin-Green as Sasha, Lauren Cohan as Maggie, Steven Yeun as Glenn, Norman Reedus as Daryl, Andrew Lincoln as Rick, Lennie James as Morgan, Seth Gilliam as Father Gabriel, Tovah Feldshuh as Deanna, Ross Marquand as Aaron, Alexandra Breckenridge as Jesse, and Austin Nichols as Spencer.
“The Walking Dead” Comic Con panel will take place on Friday, July 10 at 12:00 p.m."
Image via Frank Ockenfels 3...
- 6/23/2015
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
The Return of Jezebel James
Showcase Inventory
Created by Amy Sherman-Palladino
Produced by Dorothy Parker Drank Here Productions, Regency Television, Fox Television Studios
Aired on Fox for 1 season (7 episodes, 4 Unaired) from March 14, 2008 – March 21, 2008
Cast
Parker Posey as Sarah Tomkins
Lauren Ambrose as Coco Tomkins
Michael Arden as Buddy
Scott Cohen as Marcus Sonti
Ron McLarty as Ronald Tomkins
Show Premise
The series centers on a well off and buttoned down children’s book editor named Sarah Tomkins who, after a break up with a long-time boyfriend, finds her plans at having a husband, then a baby, flipped when she decides to go ahead and try to make a baby all on her own. The plan hits another bump when her doctor explains she is unable to conceive, and therefore she needs to consider other options.
Sarah turns to Coco, her estranged free spirited sister, as she is the only person...
Showcase Inventory
Created by Amy Sherman-Palladino
Produced by Dorothy Parker Drank Here Productions, Regency Television, Fox Television Studios
Aired on Fox for 1 season (7 episodes, 4 Unaired) from March 14, 2008 – March 21, 2008
Cast
Parker Posey as Sarah Tomkins
Lauren Ambrose as Coco Tomkins
Michael Arden as Buddy
Scott Cohen as Marcus Sonti
Ron McLarty as Ronald Tomkins
Show Premise
The series centers on a well off and buttoned down children’s book editor named Sarah Tomkins who, after a break up with a long-time boyfriend, finds her plans at having a husband, then a baby, flipped when she decides to go ahead and try to make a baby all on her own. The plan hits another bump when her doctor explains she is unable to conceive, and therefore she needs to consider other options.
Sarah turns to Coco, her estranged free spirited sister, as she is the only person...
- 5/30/2015
- by Jean Pierre Diez
- SoundOnSight
Cowboys vs. Dinosaurs will be released on May 19th on Digital HD and On Demand, and we have been given an exclusive clip to share with our readers. Also in this round-up: first photos from #Horror, and trailers for They Will Outlive Us All and American Backwoods: Slew Hampshire.
Cowboys vs. Dinosaurs: Press Release -- "An outrageous sci-fi adventure that entertainingly pits two unlikely species against each other, Cowboys vs Dinosaurs battles its way onto Digital HD and On Demand May 19 from MarVista Digital Entertainment (Mvde). Directed by Ari Novak, known for his visual effects work on Live Free or Die Hard, the inconceivable creature/disaster mash-up stars Oscar® and Golden Globe® nominee Eric Roberts (The Dark Night, The Expendables), Vernon Wells (Throwback, Commando), Rib Hillis (Groom’s Cake, “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”), Casey Fitzgerald (The Shift, Sorority Party Massacre), John Freeman (Luna, The Strange Curse of Love), Kelcey Watson (Boots,...
Cowboys vs. Dinosaurs: Press Release -- "An outrageous sci-fi adventure that entertainingly pits two unlikely species against each other, Cowboys vs Dinosaurs battles its way onto Digital HD and On Demand May 19 from MarVista Digital Entertainment (Mvde). Directed by Ari Novak, known for his visual effects work on Live Free or Die Hard, the inconceivable creature/disaster mash-up stars Oscar® and Golden Globe® nominee Eric Roberts (The Dark Night, The Expendables), Vernon Wells (Throwback, Commando), Rib Hillis (Groom’s Cake, “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”), Casey Fitzgerald (The Shift, Sorority Party Massacre), John Freeman (Luna, The Strange Curse of Love), Kelcey Watson (Boots,...
- 5/19/2015
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
Lawyers in motion pictures have been portrayed as one of two extremes, devils or angels, almost since celluloid was invented. The first film dealing specifically with a law firm and attorneys, 1933’s Counsellor at Law, starring John Barrymore, portrayed its J.D.s as upstanding citizens, as did the early Perry Mason films of the same period. This quickly changed, however, with many attorneys portrayed as being capable of the same brand of skullduggery as their shifty clients. With that in mind, we bring you a list of the good, the bad and the ugly of lawyers in movies. Enjoy, and please refrain from suing us if you feel otherwise...
1. Devil’s Advocate (1997)
Keanu Reeves plays Kevin Lomax, a hot-shot young Florida lawyer who is all about climbing the ladder. When he gets an offer he can’t refuse from a high-powered New York firm, led by the legendary John Milton...
1. Devil’s Advocate (1997)
Keanu Reeves plays Kevin Lomax, a hot-shot young Florida lawyer who is all about climbing the ladder. When he gets an offer he can’t refuse from a high-powered New York firm, led by the legendary John Milton...
- 5/6/2015
- by The Hollywood Interview.com
- The Hollywood Interview
All week our writers will debate: Which was the greatest film year of the past half century. Click here for a complete list of our essays. It’s perhaps a little quaint to choose a year that I wasn’t even alive during to represent the best year of cinema. I was not there to observe how any of these films conversed with the culture around them when they were first screened. So, although I am choosing the glorious year of 1973, I am choosing not just due to a perusal of top ten lists that year—but because the films that were released that year greatly influenced how I engage with movies now, in 2015. Films speak to more than just the audiences that watch them—they speak to each other. Filmmakers inspire each other. Allusions are made. A patchwork begins. These are the movies of our lives. Having grown up with cinema in the 90s,...
- 4/30/2015
- by Brian Formo
- Hitfix
All week long our writers will debate: Which was the greatest film year of the past half century. Click here for a complete list of our essays. I was one of the first to select years for this particular exercise, which probably allowed me to select the correct year. The answer is, of course, 1974 and all other answers are wrong. No matter what your criteria happens to be, 1974 is going to come out on top. Again, this is not ambiguous or open to debate. We have to start, of course, with the best of the best. "Chinatown" is one of the greatest movies ever made. You can't structure a thriller better than Robert Towne and Roman Polanski do, nor shoot a Los Angeles movie better than John Alonzo has done. Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway give the best performances of their careers, which is no small achievement. If you ask...
- 4/29/2015
- by Daniel Fienberg
- Hitfix
By Alex Simon
Lawyers in motion pictures have been portrayed as one of two extremes, devils or angels, almost since celluloid was invented. The first film dealing specifically with a law firm and attorneys, 1933’s Counsellor at Law, starring John Barrymore, portrayed its J.D.s as upstanding citizens, as did the early Perry Mason films of the same period. This quickly changed, however, with many attorneys portrayed as being capable of the same brand of skullduggery as their shifty clients. With that in mind, we bring you a list of the good, the bad and the ugly of lawyers in movies.
1. To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
Gregory Peck’s Atticus Finch became the boilerplate for the Noble Movie Lawyer in this iconic, 1962 adaptation of Harper Lee’s award-winning novel. Atticus Finch, a small town attorney in the Depression-era South, must defend a black man (Brock Peters) falsely accused of raping a white woman,...
Lawyers in motion pictures have been portrayed as one of two extremes, devils or angels, almost since celluloid was invented. The first film dealing specifically with a law firm and attorneys, 1933’s Counsellor at Law, starring John Barrymore, portrayed its J.D.s as upstanding citizens, as did the early Perry Mason films of the same period. This quickly changed, however, with many attorneys portrayed as being capable of the same brand of skullduggery as their shifty clients. With that in mind, we bring you a list of the good, the bad and the ugly of lawyers in movies.
1. To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
Gregory Peck’s Atticus Finch became the boilerplate for the Noble Movie Lawyer in this iconic, 1962 adaptation of Harper Lee’s award-winning novel. Atticus Finch, a small town attorney in the Depression-era South, must defend a black man (Brock Peters) falsely accused of raping a white woman,...
- 4/13/2015
- by The Hollywood Interview.com
- The Hollywood Interview
Luke Perry is logging on to CSI: Cyber.
The 90210 vet is joining CBS’ upcoming CSI spin-off in a potentially recurring role that promises to shed light on Patricia Arquette’s character, Special Agent Avery Ryan.
Perry will play Nick Dalton, a former FBI agent who was destined to run the cyber unit in Washington DC. After a classified falling out, Dalton set his sights on becoming a “futurist” for the private sector. According to a Cyber insider, Dalton will hold many secrets to Avery’s backstory.
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The 90210 vet is joining CBS’ upcoming CSI spin-off in a potentially recurring role that promises to shed light on Patricia Arquette’s character, Special Agent Avery Ryan.
Perry will play Nick Dalton, a former FBI agent who was destined to run the cyber unit in Washington DC. After a classified falling out, Dalton set his sights on becoming a “futurist” for the private sector. According to a Cyber insider, Dalton will hold many secrets to Avery’s backstory.
Related Fall TV Spoiler Spectacular: Exclusive Scoop and Photos on 42 of Your Returning Favorites...
- 9/14/2014
- TVLine.com
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