Everything is Numb3rs

Hollywood punches back in as strike ends

administrator — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 18:10:43 -0700

By DAVID GERMAIN
AP Movie Writer

LOS ANGELES --

Euphoria over returning to work quickly gave way to workaday cold sweats as Hollywood writers resumed the daily grind of cranking out scripts after a three-month strike.

"I felt giddy," Craig Sweeny, a writer for the NBC drama "Medium," said about being back on the job Wednesday, a day after the ...

Hollywood Writers Vote to End Strike

administrator — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:39:35 -0700

By The Associated Press

Century City --

Hollywood writers had a brief moment Wednesday morning to savor the end of their 100-day strike before facing the cold reality of a blank page and networks and studios eager for new TV episodes.

"What we're all finding is there's a certain amount of, `OK, what are we going to do now?' said ...

Nicholson, Freeman keep 'Bucket' on the list

administrator — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 17:05:11 -0700

Sometimes, a movie serves simply to put two specific actors together. And if the actors are worth it, you don't mind so much.

So it is with "The Bucket List," which teams Oscar winners Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. They play cancer patients of vastly different backgrounds: Nicholson is a self-involved millionaire, while Freeman is a broader-thinking man of ...

The Bucket List

administrator — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 06:55:18 -0700

Billionaire Edward Cole (Jack Nicholson) and car mechanic Carter Chambers (Morgan Freeman) are complete strangers, until fate lands them in the same hospital room. The men find they have two things in common: a need to come to terms with who they are and what they have done with their lives, and a desire to complete a list of things ...

Stars make 'Bucket List' relatively painless way to go

administrator — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:17:56 -0700

By DAVID GERMAIN

AP movie writer

December 24, 2007 6:00 AM

"The Bucket List"

HH out of four

Directed by Rob Reiner. Starring Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman, Beverly Todd, Sean Hayes, Rob Morrow. Rated PG-13 for language, including a sexual reference. Running time: 97 minutes.

Facing terminal illness, we all should get to experience a no-costs-barred world tour to ...

Flick Picks for this weekend

administrator — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:26:54 -0700

By THE PHANTOM OF THE MOVIES

Friday

3:30 p.m. (HBO) "For Your Consideration" (2006). Catherine O'Hara, Harry Shearer. Director Christopher ("Best in Show," "A Mighty Wind") Guest sets his satiric sights on Hollywood in a consistently funny sendup featuring top comic work by O'Hara as a hack indie actress suddenly surrounded by unexpected Oscar buzz.

10:00 (MAX) "Blue Streak" (1999)....

Time on Your Hands? Curl Up With a Series

administrator — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:25:01 -0700

NORTHERN EXPOSURE: THE COMPLETE SERIES

Joel Fleishman (played by Rob Morrow, who didn’t stay for the final season), a newly minted doctor from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, finds himself indentured to the State of Alaska for paying his medical school tuition. That was the premise of this winsome culture-clash series that ran from 1990 to ...

Exclusive Gallery: The Bucket List Premiere

administrator — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:33:08 -0700

Tonight IESB was at the Warner Bros. Los Angeles Benefit Premiere of The Bucket List.

Celebrities from the film such as Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman, Sean Hayes, Rob Morrow, Beverly Todd, Director/Producer Rob Reiner, Producers Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, Alan Greisman, writer Justin Zackham and John Mayer showed up. Billy Crystal, Albert Brooks, Jo Champa, Paz Vega, Jenna Jameson and ...

Nicholson, Freeman cross working together off their 'Bucket List'

administrator — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:29:36 -0700

By Victoria Namkung, Special for USA TODAY

HOLLYWOOD — Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman, director Rob Reiner and singer John Mayer showed up at the historic Cinerama Dome for Sunday night's premiere of The Bucket List (in theaters Christmas Day).

The film finds a corporate billionaire and a working-class mechanic meeting in a hospital room as terminal cancer patients. The ...

The name game: Eras, stars influence how kids' names come and go

administrator — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:37:20 -0700

By CAROL McGRAW/Freedom News Service

Her name stands out from among the herd of Madisons, Emilys, Emmas, Hannahs, Abigails, Isabellas and Ashleys of her generation. “I don’t know of anyone with the name ‘Barbara’ but my grandma,” 13-year-old Barbara Stattman says.

If she needed more proof that her name is on the endangered species list, she found it at a ...

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents THE BUCKET LIST Sunday, December 16th at the Cinerama Dome

administrator — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:35:23 -0700

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents THE BUCKET LIST Sunday, December 16th at the Cinerama DomeCA-WARNER-BROS-PICTURES

Warner Bros. Pictures:

WHAT:

Red carpet arrivals at the premiere of THE BUCKET LIST on Sunday, December 16^th at the Cinerama Dome in Los Angeles.

WHO:

From the film: Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman, Sean Hayes, Rob Morrow, Beverly Todd, director Rob Reiner...

'Bucket' kicks off; Globe noms are Oscar shortlist

administrator — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:40:34 -0700
By Martin A. Grove

Dec 14, 2007

Rob Reiner: The holiday season brings an interesting mix of product with low budget specialized movies targeted to awards voters and high profile studio films seeking mainstream audiences.

One title from the latter group to check out later this month is Warner Bros.' new comedy drama "The Bucket List," directed by Rob Reiner ...

Shopping With Henry Jaglom

administrator — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 00:45:14 -0700
The filmmaker is genuinely interested in women. But sometimes it feels too voyeuristic.

By Paula Marantz Cohen

Have you heard of the filmmaker, Henry Jaglom? He’s not well known because he wouldn’t appeal to that large demographic, the teenage boy, for whom most movies are made nowadays. I myself am conflicted about Jaglom. Is he a genius or a jerk? ...

Thursday's Talk Shows

administrator — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 09:06:57 -0700

Most late-night talk shows are airing repeats due to the Writer's strike.

Today The Goodyear blimp. 7 a.m. KNBC 681341

KTLA Morning Show Boyz II Men perform; Loretta Devine ("Dirty Laundry"); Michael Madsen ("Strength and Honour"). 7 a.m. KTLA 656235

Good Morning America Olivia Newton-John performs; author Caroline Kennedy ("A Family Christmas"). 7 a.m. KABC 67709

Live With Regis and ...

WGA likely to see final offer soon

administrator — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:48:38 -0700

Slow pace frustrating, holidays loom

By DAVE MCNARY

With few clear signs that the five-week writers strike will end soon, the WGA faces the daunting prospect that the majors will lose patience with the slow pace of negotiations and make a take-it-or-leave-it offer as early as next week.
Little progress emerged from Thursday's talks, with both sides meeting briefly in ...

David Krumholtz and Co-Stars Have the Right 'Numb3rs'

administrator — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 23:58:28 -0700
As many forensic, crime-solving and other police procedural dramas go, CBS' Numb3rs continues to post strong performances every week, helping boost the network in overall standing last Friday.

CBS received a 5.8 rating/10 share during primetime, with NBC and ABC tied in second place with 4.4/8 apiece. The CW came in fourth with 2.8/5 while FOX managed a fifth-place finish ...

David Krumholtz and Co-Stars Have the Right 'Numb3rs'

administrator — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 14:32:28 -0700

As many forensic, crime-solving and other police procedural dramas go, CBS' Numb3rs continues to post strong performances every week, helping boost the network in overall standing last Friday.

CBS received a 5.8 rating/10 share during primetime, with NBC and ABC tied in second place with 4.4/8 apiece. The CW came in fourth with 2.8/5 while FOX managed a fifth-place finish ...

Exclusive Photos: FROM THE CEDARS-SINAI BOARD OF GOVERNORS ANNUAL 'ROAD TO A CURE' GALA

administrator — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 00:53:03 -0700

Stars join the Cedars-Sinai Board of Governors to support Cancer Research

By SUE SCHNEIDER, Photo Editor
Published 11/28/2007

LOCATION: Beverly Hills, California

THE SKINNY: Cedars-Sinai Board of Governors held their Annual ROAD TO A CURE Gala recently at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Joey Fatone was the Emcee and musical performances were presented by Vanessa Williams (who unfortunately ...

Krumholtz' winning numb3rs

administrator — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:00:00 -0700

Attached is the scan of the article that appeared in TV Guide with photos and commentary by David Krumholtz.

35TH INTERNATIONAL EMMY AWARDS

administrator — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 01:00:36 -0700
An array of television stars from around the globe attended The 35th International Emmy Awards Ceremony at the Hilton Hotel on November 19, 2007. The star-studded Gala was hosted by award-winning stage and screen actor Roger Bart, currently leading in Mel Brook’s new Broadway musical, "Young Frankenstein."
Roger Bart's tremendous presence extends to both the small and big screens, as ...

DVD Review: Northern Exposure - The Complete Series

administrator — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:58:26 -0700

Recipient of a phenomenal 39 Primetime Emmy(R) nominations the Primetime Emmy(R) and Golden Globe(R) winner for Best Drama Series, Seasons One-Six of "Northern Exposure" is now available as a complete series! Reunite with Dr. Joel Fleishman (Rob Morrow), Maggie (Janine Turner), Chris (John Corbett) and the rest of the beloved quirky residents of Cicely in this must-own collection ...

Deer Valley Celebrity Skifest Comes to CBS

administrator — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:56:19 -0700

CBS Sports is broadcasting a recap of the annual Deer Valley Celebrity Skifest for the second year in a row. According to Variety, the 16th annual event will benefit Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Waterkeeper Alliance.

The one-hour special will feature skiing stars and Hollywood celebrities as they participate in the fundraiser. Kevin Costner, Tim Daly, Ted Danson, Larry David, ...

Punch Drunk Hangover 11.19.07: Flipping the Bird

administrator — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 23:35:27 -0700
Read ahead for Bren Oliver's thoughts on UFC 78, November 16th's Strikeforce event, the World Alliance of Mixed Martial Arts, Mike Swick's return to action, Nick Diaz's surgery, Goldberg's interview with 411Mania, and some free advice for strike-starved network executives when it comes to MMA saving the day.
Greetings and slamutations! Like most of you I'm gearing up for another ...

Paging Paris Hilton

administrator — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 16:00:00 -0700
Attached photo and article from TV Guide, 11/19.

Holiday movie preview: Hollywood saves its best for last

administrator — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 16:33:21 -0700
By Jeanine Fritz

While summer releases typically gross far more than holiday fare, studios typically bust out their best stuff at the last possible moment in an effort to stay at the top of everyone's minds for Oscar season.

So should you decide to take in a movie instead of hitting the mall, be assured the film you watch will ...

Jack will have the last laugh

administrator — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:48:03 -0700

Jack Nicholson got out of the hospital and landed in a hospital comedy, 'The Bucket List.' No matter how it ends, you know . . .

By Rachel Abramowitz
November 14, 2007

THE miraculous thing about Jack Nicholson is that he can make even schmaltz entertaining. Perhaps it's the deep-in-the-bone sense of mischief that courses through many of his performances. ...

Rob Morrow

administrator — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 12:31:29 -0700
By VARIETY STAFF
Rob Morrow, who plays Don Eppes on CBS’ “Numb3rs” and will star opposite Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman in Christmas release “The Bucket List.”

Book I'm reading:
The Bhagavad-Gita
Total number of books I own:
A couple thousand.
Three books that mean a lot to me:
“A Joseph Campbell Companion” selected and edited by Diane K. ...

COMPARISONS: Politicians in orbit

administrator — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:48:55 -0700

How does this work - are you more likely to vote for a politician if you know your favourite TV star supports him, or are you more likely to watch a TV show if you know its star or writer supports your favourite politician? In Australia, you're unlikely to find out such connections, but in the US, politicians are required ...

'Numb3rs' Cast Counts On Tony Scott

administrator — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 08:30:22 -0700

Carita Rizzo
Special to Hollywood.com

The morning traffic on the I-10 was barely halted for three minutes as the flames from the burning truck underneath it licked the sides of the busy L.A. freeway. All evidence of the explosion was gone almost immediately, but as traffic continued to flow that Friday morning, the impact had already been made. When Numb3rs ...

DVD Review: Numb3rs Season 3

administrator — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 15:35:21 -0700

Written by Mel Odom
Published October 28, 2007

Numb3rs, now deep into its fourth season, is my favorite Friday night television show, and within the top three for the whole week. And, I have to admit, those three rotate pretty regularly based on individual episodes.

The series is produced by Tony Scott (Top Gun, True Romance) ...