Thursday, November 3, 2011
Exclusive Sneak Peek Video: Grimm Takes On Goldilocks
David Giuntoli In the world of Grimm, everyday crimes like breaking and entering can unlock some surprising dangers. On Friday's episode (9/8c, NBC) Nick and Hank (David Giuntoli and Russell Hornsby) investigate a home-invasion case and run across a family with a cultural background including a barbaric history perhaps best left in the past. Ratings: Grimm's debut is anything but Check out this first look: Hmmm. The episode is titled "Bears Will Be Bears" and features a blonde named Gilda (Amy Gumenick) who's just been in a house that's obviously not hers. It sure sounds like "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," but since this is Grimm, we're expecting a few twists. Porridge may not be involved! Grimm airs Fridays at 9/8c on NBC. Are you looking forward to this episode? How did you like the premiere?
Friday, October 28, 2011
Michael Lohan Jumps Off Third-Floor Balcony to Escape Arrest
Michael Lohan Michael Lohan jumped off a third-floor balcony in an attempt to escape being arrested again, but he was eventually detained, CNN reports. On Monday, Lohan posted bail after being arrested on suspicion of domestic violence in Tampa, Fla. Early Thursday morning, Lohan's girlfriend Kate Majors told the police Lohan had violated the terms of his release by calling her. When police officers showed up to Lohan's hotel room, he jumped from the balcony to escape being re-arrested, but he was eventually caught and take into custody by police. Check out more of today's news Lohan claims he did not hurt Majors and was never served with a restraining order, but the latter claim has been disputed but a Sarasota County judge. In March, Lohan was charged with one count of misdemeanor domestic violence following an incident with Majors.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Obama Dismisses Republican Rivals on 'Tonight Show' (Video)
In an interview taped Tuesday morning for broadcast on that night'sThe Tonight Show With Jay Leno, President Barack Obama told the talk show host that he has not been watching the debates among his prospective Republican rivals.our editor recommendsObama's Trip to L.A. Sparks Criticism, Jokes Around the InternetPresident Obama to Hollywood: 'I Never Promised You Easy'Obama Addresses Hollywood: Reelection Won't Be as Sexy as His First CampaignDisappointed Hollywood Giving Obama Cold ShoulderPresident Obama Sets Two Hollywood Fundraisers (Exclusive) "I'm going to wait until everybody is voted off the island," the president quipped to laughter and applause. PHOTOS: 10 Hollywood Players That Will Make a Difference in the 2012 Elections On a more serious note, Obama told Leno that he believes Americans are weary of the congressional Republicans' reflexive opposition to his legislative program. "Look, I think the things that folks across the country are most fed up with, whether you are a Democrat, Republican, Independent, is putting party ahead of country or putting the next election ahead of the next generation," the president said. Similarly, when Leno asked Obama how he felt about GOP criticism of his decision to withdraw American troops from Iraq by the end of the year, the chief executive replied, "It's shocking that they opposed something I proposed." PHOTOS: Best Presidents in Film and Television Asked by Leno for his reaction to the execution of Libyan strongman Moammar Gadhafiby insurgents in that country, Obama mused: "Well, this is somebody who, for 40 years, has terrorized his country and supported terrorism. And he had an opportunity during the Arab spring to finally let loose of his grip on power and to peacefully transition into democracy. We gave him ample opportunity, and he wouldn't do it. And obviously, you never like to see anybody come to the kind of end that he did, but I think it obviously sends a strong message around the world to dictators that people long to be free and they need to respect the human rights and the universal aspirations of people." PHOTOS: Box Office Politics: The Movies and Stars Dems vs. GOPers Love (and Love to Hate) Though Obama did not say so, the latter comment seemed aimed at Syrian President Bashar Assad, who is locked in a violent struggle with reform-minded dissidents in his country. In the customary monologue preceding his conversation with Obama, Leno quipped that the president's visit to the show -- his second since his election was part of an effort to raise money "for a huge disaster relief project. It's called NBC. We can't let another corporation go under." Related Topics Barack Obama Jay Leno Politics
Tina Brown to create Web Talk Show, Daily Animal TV
NY - Tina Brown, editor-in-chief in the Daily Animal and Newsweek, is searching to create an online talk show, Daily Animal TV, in November, AdWeek reported. A real estate agent for your Newsweek Daily Animal Co. told AdWeek the brand new online show is a combination of original videos being an Request Andrew Anything feature starring blogger Andrew Sullivan, who's reacting to visitors questions, that launched in September. Presently, the Daily Animal mainly offers videos as repurposed TV news. An advert in Newsweek describes Daily Animal TV as "the best undertake the day's most engaging tales," according to AdWeek. It mentioned the folks accountable for Daily Animal TV are executive producer Kathy O'Hearn, who formerly labored at CNN as executive producer for Campbell Brown's and Christiane Amanpour's shows, and former ABC News staffers Susie Banikarim and David Wharton. O'Hearn also done CNBC's short-were living weekly talk show about politics and culture, Subject [A] With Tina Brown. It series sometimes seems in order to earn more money. IAC chairman Craig Diller this summer season had mentioned that he's ready to accept deficits within the Newsweek Daily Animal partnership for the moment. Diller predicted "reasonable deficits" inside the $50 million range prior to the venture breaks even, they thought to happen over the following year or year . 5. Email: Georg.Szalai@thr.com Twitter: @georgszalai Related Subjects Craig Diller IAC
Monday, October 24, 2011
David Guillod to IPG as partner
David Guillod, a classic partner and mind of motion picture talent at UTA and Handprint Entertainment, is returning to his management roots, joining literary management company Intellectual Property Group just like a partner. Guillod, who joins partners Laurence Becsey, Joel Gotler, Jerry Kalajian, John Lipson and Amy Schiffman, can produce a talent management division, Intellectual Artist Management. Following Guillod to IPG will probably be longtime talent manager Rob Morrone and Mike Carr, a classic agent friend of Guillod's at UTA. "We've labored carefully together for just about any very very long time," Guillod as well as the IPG partners mentioned in the joint statement. "We view this relationship just like a natural and smart easily fit into the aggressive growth and development of our talent and literary business, along with an opportunity to carry onto improve our global vision inside the packaging within our source material." The extended company will represent an assorted report on clients including Paul Haggis, Bobby Moresco, Dennis Lehane, Demian Bichir, Michael Connelly, James Ellroy, Yann Martel, Ken Bruen, Gabrielle Union, Jesse Fasion, William Fichtner, Joyce Carol Oates, Andre Dubus III and Oni Press, together with the estates of Stephen Ambrose, Jim Thompson and Mark Twain. IPG's source material makes up about such current and past TV hits as "Boardwalk Empire," "True Blood stream," "Criminal Minds" and "Rome," throughout the film side, it's "Shutter Island," "The Ultimate King of Scotland," "The Lincoln subsequently subsequently Lawyer" and "London Boulevard" towards the credit. Contact Rob Sneider at rob.sneider@variety.com
Saturday, October 22, 2011
News Corp. Chairman Rupert Murdoch, Relaxation in the Board Approved in Investor Election
NY - News Corp. traders confirmed all board nominees, including chairman and Boss Rupert Murdoch and sons James and Lachlan Murdoch, within the entertainment conglomerate's annual meeting in LA, the business mentioned late Friday. A investor proposal to split up Murdoch's dual roles of chairman and Boss and title an unbiased chairman didn't get enough support in case, while traders in the non-binding advisory election also approved executive compensation within the entertainment giant, the business mentioned. Nevertheless it didn't immediately provide a breakdown of voting rates. "Following its annual meeting of stockholders today, News Corporation introduced that company company directors were selected, the advisory election was meant for executive compensation as well as the other management plans were approved," the business mentioned in the brief statement. "The floor proposal regarding an unbiased chair in the board wasn't approved. Voting solutions are now being completed and you'll be filed while using SEC at the start of a couple of days.Inch Murdoch controls forty percent in the voting energy in the organization, with ally Prince Alwaleed bin Talal of Saudi Arabia holding another 7 percent. That made any major changes in the organization unlikely. But experts have mentioned the large protest election against board people among a present slew of critique in the phone hacking scandal and corporate governance in the organization could pressure the business to consider changes in the future. (link) One or more analyst had predicted that around around one fourth from the investor election may be withheld from Rupert Murdoch and also the sons in the protest election. A year ago, Rupert Murdoch saw 567.3 million shares selected intended for his board membership, when compared with 12.7 million withheld shares and 13.4 million non-votes. That meant 97.8 percent of properly cast votes went for Murdoch. James Murdoch in individuals days received backing from traders having 517.2 million shares, or possibly a election of 89.2 percent, while traders having 62.8 million shares withheld their election from him. And Lachlan Murdoch got 563. million votes for him, or 97.one percent, while 17. million shares were withheld. Leader, COO and deputy chairman Chase Carey had become 566.4 million shares, or 97.7 percent, for his board membership with 13.6 000 0000 withheld shares. Murdoch had become an earful from disappointed investor round the Fox lot in LA, however, many had also expressed their support. The mogul had started the meeting by emphasizing the organization is dedicated to balancing profits and ethics inside the wake in the phone hacking scandal. S&P Capital IQ analyst Tuna Amobi following a meeting maintained his "buy" rating on News Corp.'s stock. "Among progressively vociferous governance concerns in wake of recent phone hacking scandal, we are not amazed at the very testy tone" at News Corp.'s annual meeting, he mentioned. "While occasions could ultimately help usher in a few governance reforms, including succession, we view simply a symbolic outcome, with Murdoch interests firmly responsible for forty percent voting energy." Burns Tabak analyst David Joyce mentioned the meeting was neutral or elevated Murdoch's position. "He is constantly appear apologetic, helpful on and on to fix the hacking situation, much the same way he was before Parliament," Joyce mentioned. Email: Georg.Szalai@thr.com Twitter: @georgszalai Related Subjects Rupert Murdoch News Corp. James Murdoch Phone Hacking Scandal
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides 10-Word Review Contest: We Have Our Winners!
Thanks again to all of the guest critics who turned out yesterday to review Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. We had some great 10-word write-ups that were sharp, insightful and humorous. Alas, we could only choose two winners. Click ahead to see who is getting a combo pack of the fourth Pirates of the Caribbean installment! · Josh: “Evil mermaids with no shell-top bikini top = Hey now!” · Stuart G: “Like dysentery: goes on too long and produces the squirts.” Congrats to the witty winners (Movieline will be in touch shortly), and thanks again to everyone who participated in this Pirates event. As always, please check back for more Movieline giveaways!
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