Whiteout

Every time I leave the theater on a film like this I ask myself, “Do the people associated with this film know it is this bad?” I think more often than not many people involved with projects know they have made a lackluster film that will be forgotten just as quickly as it was made. […]

Season Premiere of ‘Glee’ Is a Hit!

It has been months since the pilot of Glee aired on FOX after American Idols, debuting to good ratings and much praise. One had to wonder though, would a wait this long keep viewers? Well, apparently a strong marketing campaign by FOX doesn’t hurt. I have seen ads for this show everywhere, and they give […]

The Fourth Judge on ‘American Idol’ is Ellen DeGeneres

19Entertainment and FremantleMedia have finally found their full time replacement for long time judge on American Idol, TV talk show host and comedienne  Ellen DeGeneres. Ellen will round out the panel of judges including producer Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and last years newcomer Kara DioGuardi. The news comes as a bit of a surprise as […]

9

9 is the ambitious animated film from newcomer Shane Acker. The film is beautiful, yet is still flawed. However people who have been bored by traditional American animation, and moved onto the Japanese variety, might want to hold off on the switch. This new film along with Focus Feature’s other animated film this year, “Coraline,” […]

Tolkien Trust and New Line Settle Dispute

According to Reuters The Tolkien Trust (a UK registeredcharity), New Line Cinema, and HarperCollins Publishers Ltd. have resolved the lawsuit relating to the “Lord of the Rings” films. From Reuters.com The claim was filed in February of last year. HarperCollins Publishers Ltd. and the trustees of the JRR Tolkien Estate were co-plaintiffs in the claim, […]

THE OFFICE SEASON 5 is out on Blu-Ray and DVD Today! Enter to win a FREE copy!

Scranton’s most outrageous workforce is back to give their clients the business in the fifth hilarious season of The Office. Join obnoxious regional manager Michael Scott (Steve Carell) and his fellow paper pushers Dwight (Rainn Wilson), Jim (John Krasinski), Pam (Jenna Fischer) and Ryan (B.J. Novak) as they steal customers, frame co-workers, indulge in intra-office […]

Between Two Ferns with Zach Galafianakis: Charlize Theron

I think a lot of the FunnyorDie.com content is hit or miss. “Between Two Ferns with Zach Galafianakis” is almost always good for a laugh. Galafianakis is so good at saying so much with so little. In his latest video with Charlize Theron he looks so uncomfortable, and his little glances at the camera make […]

Fall 2009 TV Premiere Dates

Here is a list for you of all network scripted shows coming on the air this fall. There is lots of returning shows as well as new. I will have them sort three ways to make it easier on you. First one will be in alphabetical order, the second will be sorted by date. Enjoy! […]

Final Destination Leads a Tame Labor Day Weekend

Final Destination 3D was the top earner over the Labor Day weekend, and even though the box office was up 40% the top earner only grossed $15.5 million. This weekend marks the second week in a row Final Destination has come in at the top spot, bringing its total to $50.6 million making on target […]

Soderbergh casts MMA fighter Gina Carano in ‘Knockout’

Looks like Steven Soderbergh is using the MMA circuit as a recruiting ground, giving the good looking MMA fighter Gina Carano the lead in his latest film, Knockout. The concept seems cool enough. Gina Carano is a tough fighter and will play a femme fatale character really well. From Variety.com Director Steven Soderbergh has committed […]