If it's the last weekend in August, it's time for some truly forgettable mainstream movies! Why waste time on studio dumps, however, when you can see a plethora of well-received indies? Well, those and Avatar again (it's getting re-released). The Last... MORE >
The chances are good that you've seen Alexander Siddig many times before. From 24 to Syriana to Deep Space Nine, the Sudanese actor (who was raised in England) is one of the more recognizable character actors around, even if you don't know his name. That should change with Cairo Time, a wistful and wonderful romance opening this week (think grown-up Lost in Translation). Mr. Siddig stars alongside Patricia Clarkson in the film and spoke... MORE >
Blame Kevin Smith, or perhaps Edward Burns. They took their little indie films (Clerks and The Brothers McMullen, respectively) to the festival circuit in the mid-'90s, grabbed a distribution deal and went on to fame and fortune. "The popular story that got everyone's attention at the time was the young filmmaker who put the entire film on his credit card," actor William H. Macy told The Observer.... MORE >
The Television Critics Association summer press tour came to a close on Monday with the Fox executive session, which meant only one thing: Deflections about American Idol. Peter Rice and Kevin Reilly, prepare to be translated. On the rumors of American Idol deals with producer Nigel Lythgoe, Jennifer Lopez and Steven... MORE >
Of all the executive press tours at the TCA (Television Critics Association), the ABC session was sure to be the most interesting.... MORE >
You aren't dreaming: Inception is tops at the box office once again. Here's a breakdown of the top five. 1. Inception: $27.5 million... MORE >
Another day, another TCA press tour to translate. This time it's Dawn Ostroff, the head of The CW which features such soapy teen staples as Gossip Girl and The Vampire Diaries. On the low ratings for The CW programs Ostroff says: "The days of waking up and looking at the overnight ratings are... MORE >
The TCA Press Tour is happening this week in Los Angeles and that means it's once again time for some dizzying network spin. For those who aren't familiar, the TCA (Television Critics Association) Press Tour allows critics the chance to speak with network executives and talent about the upcoming television season. First up on the docket was CBS, led by Nina Tassler. What can we expect from their new slate of fall shows? Let's... MORE >
Sometimes while perusing your assembled and well-honed RSS reader in the morning hours, a theme appears. And with that in mind, call today Crossover... MORE >
Remember that logjam of likely never happening film projects that Martin Scorsese had waiting for him on his Google Calendar? Well you can cross one off the list: Scorsese and Mick Jagger are teaming up for a new HBO series that would chronicle the lives of two friends through 40 years of the music business.... MORE >
To answer your question: Yes, the fourth season premiere of Mad Men (this Sunday!) is outstanding. All of the energy and momentum that Matthew Weiner created during the criminally good season three finale is not only maintained, but built upon with the determination of upwardly mobile couple adding a floor to their starter house. If you're a fan of the show, "Public Relations" feels like an episode that is simply impossible to... MORE >
If you hear Comic-Con and think "Ain't It Cool talkbacker," then it might be time to recalibrate that air of superiority. The 'Con -- as some nerds call it; ahem -- has become a mid-summer Mecca for all things pop culture. Put it this way: James Cameron screened 25 minutes of Avatar there last summer and the throngs of geekery ate it up with spoon. Which films and television shows should you follow through... MORE >
2010 has turned into quite the banner year for journalists hoping to interview Bill Murray. For whatever the reason -- perhaps a New Year's resolution to return the calls made to his infamous 800-number -- the notoriously elusive Murray is suddenly kind of everywhere! The result has pulled back the curtain to reveal a guy who just plain loves traffiking in off-book celebrity commentary that laypeople only dream about reading.... MORE >
While the will they or won't they status of the Arrested Development movie seems to change every month (current status: they will!), creator Mitch Hurwitz is doing his best to recreate the cult series on his new Fox sitcom, Running Wilde. There's the premise -- Will Arnett plays a spoiled and obstuse developmentally arrested oil heir -- the sense of humor and now the cast. In addition to Arnett, Wilde has added former Arrested... MORE >
As it turns out, people do still see live-action movies in theaters! Here's a breakdown of the top five. 1. Inception: $60.4 million... MORE >
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