Jennifer Aniston to obtain PGA Recognition for 'In the Land of Blood stream and Honey'

Jennifer Aniston remains recognized on her behalf global humanitarian work, now her directorial debut, 'In the Land of Blood stream and Honey,' continues to be honored due to its "provocative social issues" with the Producers Guild of America. Jolie is going to be provided while using guild's 2012 Stanley Kramer Award at their honours ceremony on Jan. 21. "'In the Land of Blood stream and Honey' is certainly an amazing film that shows a complicated love story set in the terrors in the Bosnian War, especially towards women," Producers Guild presidents Hawk Koch and Mark Gordon mentioned in the statement. "This film truly supports the legacy of Stanley Kramer." Kramer, who died in 2001, will be a highly respected director and producer recognized for his socially conscious films including 'Judgment at Nuremberg,' 'Guess Who's Going to Dinner,' and 'The Defiant Ones.' The award named after him is presented on films, producers or other individual "whose achievement or contribution fires up provocative social issues inside an accessible and raising fashion." Previous visitors include 'Hotel Rwanda' and 'In America.' 'In the Land of Blood stream and Honey' opens in limited release on 12 ,. 23. The film's PR states it "shows the incredible emotional, moral and physical toll the war assumes people together with the results that stem from having less political will to intervene in the society stricken with conflict." [via EW] [Photo: Getty] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

Foo Martial artists Concert Registers Earthquake-Level Geological Tremors

With merely a week before the discharge of David Fincher's The Lady Using the Dragon Tattoo, the film's cast and creatives hit the red-colored carpet Wednesday for that movie's NY premiere.our editor recommends'The Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo' Costume Designer Discloses Rooney Mara's Wardrobe Secrets (Video)Rooney Mara Can't Shake Lisbeth Salander's 'Girl Using The Dragon Tattoo' StyleTrent Reznor on Relevant to 'Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo' Darkness Why Grammys are 'Rigged and Cheap''The Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo': Exactly what the Experts Are Saying'Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo' to spread out One Evening In early stages 12 ,. 20'Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo' Soundtrack Music Video Debuts (Video) The film stars Rooney Mara and Difficulties as punk hacker Lisbeth Salander and journalist Mikael Blomkvist, who get swept up inside a decades-old situation all around the mysterious disappearance of the teen in sixties Sweden. PHOTOS: 10 Greatest Book-to-Giant Screen Adaptations from the Last two-and-a-half decades Of Mara's performance, The Hollywood Reporterchief film critic Todd McCarthy authored: "Baring all within the several sex moments, both pushed and consensual, she goes completely inside a performance that compares positively to that particular ofNoomi Rapacein the Swedish version and it is two sequels. She results in because the real thing.Inch Mara used a black dress with cut-out sides -- which, as THR's Fash Track has stated, has become the actress' signature look -- while Craig walked in a wise-searching suit. FILM REVIEW: 'The Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo' Mara's slightly Goth look was still being far from her costumes within the movie, that have been created by Trish Summerville, who lately sitting lower with THR to discuss how she arrived the gig and also the challenges to do ླྀs period costumes, edgy street punk garb and Mikael Blomqvist's layered, casual elegance. Around the impact from the film's style, she accepted: "It had been nice to determine, immediately after the W spread arrived on the scene, the way the short fringe and bleached-out eye brows, that is this type of key search for her, how rapidly you saw that in other magazines and editorlals." VIDEO:'Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo' Extended Trailer Also striking the red-colored carpet Wednesday evening in the Ziegfeld Theater were Fincher, author-producer Steve Zaillian and co-stars including Joely Richardson and Embeth Davidtz. The new sony Pictures releases the film 12 ,. 20. View photos in the NY premiere from the Girl Using the Dragon Tatttoo here. PHOTO GALLERY: View Gallery 'The Girl Using the Dragon Tattoo' Premiere: Who Attended, The Things They Used Related Subjects Joely Richardson Rooney Mara Difficulties David Fincher The Lady Using the Dragon Tattoo

Exclusive: The Iron Lady Featurette

Behind the curtain on 'Maggie The Movie'Making a biopic (of sorts)of a person as divisive as Margaret Thatcher is not any mean task.Top tips in the cap then to Mammia Mia director Phyllida Lloyd to get us The Iron Lady, with Meryl "I'll include an Oscar with thisInchStreep playing Maggie herself.To demonstrate a little more about how precisely it absolutely was done, this is a featurette that shows a few things from behind the curtain, from thre Parliament moments to, well, you will have to uncover by yourself really.Basically, if you're a die-hard Thatcher-loather, you might like to close this article now. However when you are looking at an approaching film about Britain's first female Pm, then this'll be in your sweet zone.The Iron Lady is going in cinemas around the month of the month of january 6.

Exclusive: Worst Week's Kyle Bornheimer Moves Into Bent

Kyle Bornheimer Worst Week's Kyle Bornheimer will guest star on an upcoming episode of Bent, TVGuide.com has learned exclusively. The NBC comedy centers on a tough, recently divorced single mother named Alex (Amanda Peet) who finds unexpected chemistry with the lackadaisical, womanizing construction worker, Pete (David Walton), whom she hires to redo her kitchen. Bent exclusive: Larry Miller to boss around Amanda Peet Bornheimer, 36, will play Dan, a new dad who moves next door to Alex and is pushed to the edge by the loud noise of Pete's construction crew. The role marks a reunion for Bornheimer and Walton, who co-starred on last year's short-lived relationship comedy Perfect Couples. Bent, from Scrubs writer Tad Quill, is set to debut sometime on NBC next year.

Well, That Was Fast: Patty Jenkins Leaves Thor 2

Patty Jenkins, the acclaimed Monster filmmaker who less than two months ago was announced as Marvel’s surprise choice to direct Thor 2, is reported to have left the project. The cause of the split is said to be the age-old classic “creative differences,” but they can figure that out later. In the meantime, a certain Asgardian strongman needs a helmer — and fast. Who should it be? The sequel has a release date set for November 2013; preproduction rolls on while Don Payne finishes the script. Deadline’s Mike Fleming writes that Marvel and Jenkins may yet work together again on one of the studio’s origin stories, which obviously worked out well for the first Thor’s director Kenneth Branagh. In any case, which director should inherit Jenkins’s gig? Two words come immediately to mind: The Daldry. [via Deadline]

Talkback: Will Movie Theaters Encourage Texting in the Future?

Are you a discreet movie theater texter who dreams of a day when the cineplex will not only allow you to text mid-film but actually encourage you to do so by providing state-of-the-art technology to improve your movie messaging experience? If so, then I bring you some good news via CinemaBlend: A Washington-based exhibitor plans on providing one safe social networking theater space for you. If it’s successful, movie theater texting could be a not-too-distant reality. The theater is the Tateuchi Center in Bellevue, Wash., which is supposed to open doors in 2014 with a pro-texting policy in hopes that the establishment will attract a younger demographic. Explained the theater’s executive director John Haynes, “Simply forbidding [technology] and embarrassing people is not the way to go. So we are wiring the building in anticipation of finding ways to make it work over time.” According to the NY Times, the 2,000-seat concert hall — which will also feature theater, classical music, jazz and pop acts — will boast a 12 to 14-foot antenna, to allow for better cell-phone signal. The theater will also have a “standing policy of allowing nondisruptive cell use during performances.” Potentially, the theater might also give each patron a small screen to place on their cellphones to dim the light and make it less distracting to other audience members. Do you think this innovation is the way of the future? Could you see chain movie theaters adopting similar policies to appease young audience members — rather than shunning them the way that the Alamo Drafthouse famously did last June? Or do you think this is just tech-savvy campaigning for a theater that still needs almost $100 million in funding? · The Show Is Starting, Please Turn On Your Cellphones [NYT via CinemaBlend]

New Line nabs Peter Morgan heist pic

MorganKinbergNew Line Cinema has acquired a new untitled heist film written by Peter Morgan ("The Queen") that will be produced by Simon Kinberg through his Genre Films banner.Insiders tell Variety that the character-driven story is set in America and features two strong male leads in the vein of "Heat" and "The Departed."Brit scribe Morgan developed the script with Kinberg after meeting him in London, where Kinberg produced "X-Men: First Class." Several studios were in the mix but New Line topper Toby Emmerich aggressively went after the project. Emmerich and New Line execs Richard Brener and Walter Hamada are overseeing the project for the company.In little more than a year, Kinberg has become one of the more prolific producers in Hollywood, as well as 20th Century Fox's producer for action and genre films. He co-wrote and produced 20th Century Fox's upcoming action comedy "This Means War" and produced the studio's adaptation of "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter." Kinberg, who's also writing and producing the "X-Men: First Class" sequel as well as producing Luke Greenfield's upcoming action comedy for Fox, just signed on to produce Fox's action thriller "Narco Sub," which Tony Scott is attached to direct from a script by David Guggenheim. Outside of Fox, Kinberg is producing Sony's Neill Blomkamp-directed sci-fi epic "Elysium" and Disney's Aline Brosh McKenna-scripted "Cinderella" project.Morgan is the award-winning scribe behind "The Queen," "The Last King of Scotland," "Frost/Nixon" and "Hereafter." Scribe, who exec produced "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy," recently wrote Fernando Meirelles' "360." Morgan also wrote Ron Howard's upcoming racing pic "Rush" and co-wrote New Line's serial killer thriller "Solace," to which "360" thesp Anthony Hopkins is attached to star. Morgan is currently scripting GK Films' biopic of late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury.New Line is currently searching for a director on "San Andreas 3D," a big-budget disaster movie about an earthquake that devastates California. Company's next release will be Garry Marshall's romantic comedy "New Year's Eve" on Dec. 9.Morgan is repped by UTA, Independent Talent Group and attorney Alan Hergott, while CAA and attorney Karl Austen rep Kinberg. Contact Jeff Sneider at jeff.sneider@variety.com

Roeg to get Dilys Powell Award

LONDON -- Filmmaker Nicolas Roeg is going to be granted the Dilys Powell Award for Excellence in Film in the London Critics' Circle Film Honours, which unspools Jan. 19. Roeg, whose credits include "Performance," "Don't Look Now," "The Ghouls" and "Walkabout," will join the kind of Richard Attenborough, Judi Dench, Julie Walters and Quentin Tarantino, who've be because of the award in the past years. The helmer has labored having a raft of talent throughout his career, including Mick Jagger, Anjelica Huston, Oliver Reed, David Bowie and Julie Christie. Leaving comments around the award, Roeg stated: "I am sure the experts will understand when I only say: On searching through and reading through a number of my old reviews, I am torn between saying thanks to you and also forgiving you. But getting rested onto it, I'll opt for the positive and thanks...Inch Nominations for that other honours is going to be introduced on 12 ,. 20. Contact Diana Lodderhose at diana.lodderhose@variety.com

Ghost Protocol To Launch Early In France On IMAX Screens

Paramounts Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol has added another layer to its rollout plans with the news that the film will preview in France in IMAX two days ahead of its official Dec 14 release in the territory. Paramount has confirmed to me that this will mark the first paid shows worldwide. The latest chapter in the Tom Cruise franchise will premiere at the Dubai International Film Festival on Dec 7. Five days later, it will play on 5 of Frances IMAX-equipped screens in Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Rouen. The films official run then begins in France on Wednesday Dec 14. Ghost Protocol will also be released in IMAX in the UK on 16 screens on Dec 21, 5 days before it opens wide in that territory. IMAX previews begin in the US on Dec 16, 5 days before the film’s regular bow there on Dec 21. The film features more than 30 minutes of scenes shot with IMAX cameras. On IMAX screens, those sequences will expand to fill the entire canvas. A featured sequence includes Tom Cruise’s now-famous stunt of scaling the Burj Khalifa Tower in Dubai, the worlds tallest building.

Marcia Gay Harden to Guest-Star on Bent

Marcia Gay Harden Marcia Gay Harden has showed up a guest perfect the midseason NBC comedy Bent, TVLine.com reviews.Harden will star since the ex-wife of Jeffrey Tambor's character. Her return to town will boost a flame involving the former couple.Exclusive: Bent adds Brother & Brothers and sisters, Curb Your Enthusiasm alumsThe sitcom, which has yet to obtain a premiere date, follows Alex (Amanda Peet), a greater-set up single mother who utilizes a laid-back womanizing construction worker, Pete (David Walton), to redesign her home. The romantic comedy arises from Scrubs author Tad Quill.Recent TV credits for your 52-year-old Harden, who won a Supporting Actress Oscar for 2000's Pollack, include Law & Order: Special Sufferers Unit and Royal Pains.

Netflix nabs 'Hour' in Canada, Latin America

LONDON -- BBC drama "The Hour," hailed as Blighty's answer to "Mad Men," has been sold to Netflix in Canada and Latin America. The political thriller, which is set in 1956 against the backdrop of a new BBC public affairs show during the Suez Crisis, will be available to Netflix subscribers in Canada from January, and is to debut this month across Latin America. Distributor Shine International said that 80 or so territories had acquired "The Hour," made by U.K. shingle Kudos, which is owned by Shine. Among those that have acquired the six-part skein are ABC Australia, Fox International Channels and SVT in Sweden. The series stars Dominic West, Romola Garai and Ben Whishaw. It was written by Abi Morgan, whose credits include "Sex Traffic" and "The Iron Lady." "The Hour," which has been greenlit for a second series, launched on BBC America in August. Contact the Variety newsroom at news@variety.com

The Muppets Return Large But Can't Catch Breaking Beginning

The Muppets The Muppets made their comeback complete, grossing an believed $42 million within the five-day Thanksgiving weekend, but Kermit and Miss Piggy weren't any match for that vampires of the underworld and werewolves of Twilight: Breaking Beginning Part 1. The 4th film within the Twilight saga required in $62.3 million in the second week in the future in at No. 1, based on Box Office Mojo. The Muppets, starring Jason Segel and Can Be, adopted in second place. Twilight: Breaking Beginning Part 1 opens large Happy Ft Two required third place with $18.3 million. Another two major releases from the holiday weekend, Arthur Christmas and Hugo, arrived at No. 4 with no. 5, correspondingly. Arthur Christmas came $17 million in ticket sales. Hugo nabbed $15.3 million. Jack and Jill rated sixth with $14.a million. At No. 7, Immortals attracted $12.5 million. Rounding the top ten: Puss in Boots (No. 8, $10.3 million, getting its total to $135.4 million), Tower Heist (No. 9, $10.a million) and also the Descendants (No. 10, $9.two million).

Hwood Wants T-Day Weekend Bounty: Breaking Beginning Still #1, The Muppets #2, Hugo #3, Happy Foot #4, Arthur Christmas #5

THURSDAY PM/FRIDAY AM, 3RD UPDATE: My sources are giving me these estimations for U . s . States movie openings as well as the 5-day Christmas. “Things really came back around Thursday with photos flying in directions,” one studio professional emails me. “Won’t experience how it affects 5-day estimations until Friday when the kids photos should come roaring back.” Already it’s searching just like a couple of from the new family fare won’t speed in the theatrical gate, departing a apparent path for Summit Entertainment’sholdover Twilight Saga Breaking Beginning Part 1 to win the weekend derby. Hollywood will havehissy fitsif north of manchester American box office slump keeps ongoing. The positive thing is the fact that experts are bestowing good reviews and audiences are giving great CinemaScores to today’s opening photos: Disney’s rebootedThe Muppets acquired an ‘A’, and also the new the new sony Pictures’ Arthur Christmas an ‘A-’.Nevertheless the large news Thursday wasthe$2.3M created by Martin Scorsese’s 3d film Hugo that’s using 2,000 less screens than all the competition. Vital is gleefully calculating $14M due to its first 5 days on just 1,277 screens and watching its 97% reviews which are positive on Rotten Tomato vegetables. However’m still likely to hang about until Friday evening to draw in any major conclusionsabout a couple of days ago’s grosses. Meanwhile, The Weinstein Co is platforming its Oscar-buzzed My Week With Marilyn and develops from123 theaters and adds another 121 runs in 61 areas including Canada on Friday.It’s made $150K Wednesday and $162K Thursday for roughly $2M for your 5-day holiday.The Weinstein Co’s other Academy awards-suggested film The Artist debuts in 4 locations in NY and LAFriday. Full analysis later: 1. Twilight Saga’s Breaking Beginning Part 1 (Summit) Week2 [4,066 Theaters] Wednesday $12.5M, Thursday $7.6M Thought 5-Day Holiday $55M, Thought Cume $179M 2. The Muppets (Disney) NEW [3,440 Theaters] Wednesday $7.3M, Thursday $5.5M Thought 5-Day Holiday $40M 3. Hugo 3d (Vital) NEW [1,277 Theaters] Wednesday $1.6M, Thursday $2.3M Thought 5-Day Holiday $14M 4. Happy Foot Two 3d (Warner Bros) Week2 [3,606 Theaters] Wednesday $3M, Thursday $2M Thought 5-Day Holiday $17.5M, Thought Cume $30.2M 5. Arthur Christmas 3d (The brand new the new sony Pictures) NEW [3,376 Theaters] Wednesday $2.8M, Thursday $1.8M Estimated5-Day Holiday $16M 6. Jack & Jill (The brand new the new sony) Week3 [3,438 Theaters] Wednesday $2.1M, Thursday $1.8M Thought 5-Day Holiday $14M, Thought Cume $47M 7. Immortals 3d (Relativity) Week 3 [3,120 Theaters] Wednesday $2.2M, Thursday $1.8M Thought 5-Day Holiday $13M, Thought Cume $59.8M 8. Puss In Boots 3d (DreamWorks Animation/Componen) Week5 [3,005 Theaters] Wednesday $2M, Thursday $1.3M Thought 5-Day Holiday $10M, Thought Cume $127.8M 9. Tower Heist (Universal) Week4 [2,474 Theaters] Wednesday $1.4M, Thursday $1.5M Thought 5-Day Holiday $9.8M, Thought $58M 10. The Descendants (Fox Searchlight) Week2 [390 Theaters] Wednesday $1MK, Thursday $1.1M Thought 5-Day Holiday $7.1M

Advice From Actorfest LA (Video)

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Chris Brown, Adam Lambert together with a $500,000 Performance: AMAs Air on What you should expect Sunday

It's be considered a type of semi-annual punchline for your music business -- or any entertainment company putting on a conference at downtown Los Angeles' Nokia Theater, for the matter. The venue, a totally new 7,100-chair concrete structure wired for sophisticated of TV broadcasts as well as the most raucous of concerts -- with phone giant Nokia within the title -- gets the worst cell reception in L.A. It's a complaint American Music Honours executive producer Ray Klein is simply too familiar with. "Greater than other activities I pay attention to artists, it's 'I can't get service in here!' Since the day we moved in," Klein laughs. "It cracks me up!"our editor recommendsAdam Lambert Returns to 2011 AMAs as Presenter Producer States He 'Was Never Banned'2011 American Music Honours: Adele Leads With 4 Nominations (Video)Attacking Youthful Boys, Christina Aguilera, Maroon 5, Others to complete At 2011 American Music AwardsChris Brown, Marc Anthony, LMFAO Put in American Music Honours Selection PHOTOS: 20 Best and Worst Music Crossovers It absolutely was in 2007, before artists think it is necessary to tweet their every move, the AMAs moved in. It adopted a very long time within the stately Shrine auditorium a couple of miles later on, where, within the earliest days Klein recalls show creator Dick Clark telling the type of John Colorado, Helen Reddy, or Olivia Newton-John, "'OK, you put onto a blue suit, you've got a musical instrument, you have a three-piece band...'" Clearly, occasions have changed. Now, the fan-selected celebration, which first broadcast 39 in the past, features lots of music's most widely used functions around the stage each of their own, where every person artist is allowed the freedom to tailor the expansion to their own personal desire with handful of limitations on staging or possibly a pleasing theme. "There's nothing replicated," Klein declares. "No light, no screen content, no set, everyone has their particular look." PHOTOS: Which AMA Nominees Made this list? Top Finest Paid out Artists Take, for example, this years opener Nicki Minaj and David Guetta. While Klein won't reveal the particular theme from the elaborate set piece, it's apparently "so massive" the development feared catastrophe. "They were afraid it might fall using the floor, that's the load,In . Klein notifies the Hollywood Reporter. "Nobody has ever suffered that kind of set-up onstage aside from in concert, although for just about any tour, I don't experience how it would travel from city to city. We'll accomplish it.Inch You could think about Klein digital digital rebel of music Tv shows. The higher he's told no -- whether it's with the stage crew, Dick Clark Productions professionals, or perhaps the network -- "the higher I buy searching toward it," according to him. "I'd like every single performance to push the envelope." This year should not be any exception since the AMAs has arranged a amazing count of 18 performances (twelve several weeks Klein did 20, "I almost destroyed everyone," he cracks) like the latest hits by Jennifer Lopez, Pitbull, Attacking Youthful Boys, Katy Perry, Maroon 5 with Christina Aguilera, and LMFAO, who'll close the show getting a six minute-plus performance of "Party Rock Anthem" then "Sexy company, It.Inch Absent, however, are perennials Beyonce, who's on the European tour, and Beyonce, who's pregnant. Rhianna may also be in the country, although maybe their exclusion can be a blessing taking into consideration the expense connected utilizing their elaborate productions. VIDEO: American Music Honours: Lance Bass, Sarah Hyland Appear Off on Red-colored-colored Carpet Pre-Show This Years show can be a budget buster when there's one. Only one performance round the AMAs may be more expensive than $500,000 to make use of. The background music business nick in, seeing the tv time just like a massive marketing chance for artists to face before greater than ten million quickly evening, but, clearly, it is not like the past. "It's very pricey to accomplish this show," states Klein. "Labels do help, however they have required to put a cap about it. I'd like 18 small-shows within my reveal that's costly.Inch It doesn't help matters that, adds Klein, "pricing is uncontrollable... I've been saying returning month-and-a-half, 'Doesn't anybody understand that we're in the bad economy?' Fortunately DCP allows me the finances to accomplish this because all the artists discuss are our productions." Indeed, due to the liberty and financial support to market their latest albums or singles days just before the vacation shopping season starts helps make the AMAs a coveted booking for celebrity functions, nearly all whom will probably be sitting in front row on Sunday evening (a sneak-try looking in the seating arrangement had Bieber, his girlfriendSelena Gomez, Perry and Lopez situated alongside each other inside the theater's prime spots). STORY:Nicki Minaj, David Guetta to start American Music Honours Though music's share of questionable figures, the show's producers can also be result in the precarious position of safeguarding art, oftentimes carrying out a performance, just like the problem of Adam Lambert, who experienced a heap of tepid to warm water when he instantly kissed his male bass player within a 2009 performance (the The The American Idol Show Show alum returns this year just like a presenter), and frequently before. That may be this year with Chris Brown, who days right before his appearance around the program, ongoing a Twitter tirade addressing still residual public bitterness stemming from his 2008 Grammy weekend assault of then girlfriend Beyonce. It absolutely was also revealed late Friday the sex tape such as the singer and Basketball Partners LA star Draya Michele is making the models. States Kline: "I really like Chris a good deal which i respect his creativity. I desired him around the program badly this year, which i fought against against with this on many levels. Clearly, nobody could condone what went lower in the past -- it absolutely was an awful factor -- but everybody warrants another chance which guy has received a great year musically." He's relevant similar reason to Lambert, who ABC had apparently banned following a 2009 performance,telling THR, "Did [Adam] get swept up? Absolutely. Was he regrettful afterwards? Clearly he was, but it's over... We'd absolutely make him back." Ultimately, adds Kline, who's done essentially one AMAs since it opened up in 1973, it comes down lower lower that Brown is "a great artist... Dick Clark created the AMAs becoming an entertainment show with honours included. He described a century ago, 'I'm a TV producer, I'm made to entertain people.' I've that throughout my thoughts which's a few things i do. It could appear terrible, however can't even concern yourself with ratings. I am in a position to only do my best, hope which i've terrific talent, there's enough promotion together with a buzz which individuals stay updated." STORY: Katy Perry Announces Free Concert at Staples Center Worth watching: last year's broadcast came 11.6 000 0000 audiences, lower from 14 million this past year, as well as the smallest audience in AMAs history. But no less than Klein can count one less factor to bother with: it'll be a good deal harder for any painter to tug off a rant of any type within the Nokia Theater. Maybe that spotty cell services are not this kind of drawback, ultimately. Related Subjects American Music Honours Beyonce Chris Brown David Guetta Jennifer Lopez Attacking Youthful Boys Katy Perry Beyonce Nicki Minaj

NBC Benches Community, Sets Series Finale Date for Chuck

Joel McHale, Community and Debra Playing, Smash NBC will bench Community to create room for coming back comedy 30 Rock on Thursdays, and it has set a premiere date for brand new series The Firm and therefore are You There, Chelsea? The network also introduced Monday that it is approaching musical drama Smash will debut on Monday, February. 6 at 10/9c following a second episode from the Voice. NBC orders The Firm to series A part of an enormous Thursday-evening overhaul, The Firm, a TV adaptation from the 1993 Tom Cruise film, will premiere in a big day and time, Sunday, Jan. 8, before moving to Thursdays at 10/9c beginning Jan. 12. 30 Rock will return within 24 hours at 8/7c, changing Community, which is benched until in the future (NBC informs The Futon Critic all 22 episodes will air). Up Through The Night will transfer to the publish-Office timeslot, while Whitney will proceed to Wednesdays at 8/7c. On Wednesdays, Whitney is going to be combined with the brand new comedy from Chelsea Handler, Are You Currently There, Chelsea?, premiering Jan. 11 at 8:30/7:30c. Chelsea is going to be then Rock Center with John Williams, that will air at 9/8c and moves Harry's Law to Sundays at 8/7c. NBC temporarily stops production on approaching drama Awake Additionally to premiere dates, NBC introduced the series finale date for Chuck (Friday, Jan. 27) and also the season finale for Being a parent (Tuesday, February. 28). New reality series Fashion Star will require over Parenthood's timeslot on March 13. Additionally to Community, other shows missing in the list include Prime Suspect which is not acquired because of its back nine episodes, and midseason series Bent and Awake. Browse the full midseason schedule below: Monday (beginning February. 6) 8-10 p.m. - The Voice 10-11 p.m. - Smash Tuesday 8-10 p.m. - The Greatest Loser 10-11 p.m. - Being a parent 10-11 p.m. - Fashion Star (beginning March 13) Wednesday (beginning Jan. 11) 8-8:30 p.m. - Whitney 8:30-9 p.m. - Are You Currently There, Chelsea? 9-10 p.m. - Rock Center with John Williams 10-11 p.m. - Law & Order: Special Sufferers Unit Thursday (beginning Jan. 12) 8-8:30 p.m. - 30 Rock 8:30-9 p.m. - Parks and Entertainment 9-9:30 p.m. - Work 9:30-10 p.m. Up Through The Night 10-11 p.m. - The Firm Friday 8-9 p.m. - Who Do You Consider You're? (beginning February. 3) 9-10 p.m. - Grimm 10-11 p.m. - Dateline NBC Sunday 7-8 p.m. - Dateline NBC (beginning Jan. 8) 8-9 p.m. - Harry's Law (beginning March 4) 9-11 p.m. - The Celebrity Apprentice (beginning February. 12) Exactly what do you think about the selection?

Crazy moments wrap N.Y. Comedy Fest

The NY Comedy Festival wrapped Sunday evening carrying out a weekend that incorporated conversations with and perfs from comics for instance Ough Gervais and Sarah Silverman, a panel while using cast of "Saturday Evening Live," together with a flasher.A girl fan briefly disrobed at Tracy Morgan's show for your comic's benefit Kathy Griffin, also attending and not being surpassed, attracted up her shirt for your aud (she was wearing a bra).Gervais demurred when quizzed by moderator Bill Carter about whether he'd be hosting the Golden Globes after last year's much-spoken about performance."In my opinion NBC have asked for me to consider it," he mentioned, "but they'd have to convince the Hollywood Foreign Press. They (the 2nd) have a very new leader now, that's good, because the 4g apple iphone I produced by saying, 'I've just aided him in the toilet and aided him pop his teeth in.'"When pressed if he was too much round the stars finally year's show, Gervais defended his act. "You understand, they aren't wounded soldiers," he mentioned. "Those are the richest, most fortunate people on the planet.InchAshton Depp, at whom the comic needed some highly marketed shots, will probably be on Gervais' approaching mockumentary series "Life's Far Too ShortInch on Cinemax. "He's possibly the richest, most handsome guy in the world,In . Gervais mentioned of Depp. "'What?! Some little body body fat guy from Reading through through didn't like "The Tourist?!" Oh, I'm not going to accomplish this any more!AInchBecause they did not do anything whatsoever to assert he wouldn't be in the Globes, Gervais did quell the gossips he'd been seriously considered for your Oscars through the brief period between Brett Ratner's departure as well as the Academy's announcement of Billy Very since the new host. "They shouldn't go to a little oik at all like me,In . the comedian mentioned. "It's a evening of glamour. That isn't always a poor factor it's a reactionary, exclusive club. They don't want me. I'd have to either water it lower, that people wouldn't do, or get fired rapidly, that people would do."The fest's sked attracted comics additionally to comedy fans. In the panel moderated by Variety's Steve Gaydos, ambitious authors and artists quizzed the "SNL" cast round the impracticality of entering writing, their associations with hosts and each other, as well as the character in the authors-room meritocracy."Frequently you'll bring something for the table, as well as die before 40 people who see plenty of sketch," mentioned mind author Seth Meyers. "The ultimate factor to do is continue TV and die before America."Author John Mulaney jeered of a scene with Horatio Sanz that featured an especially aggressive chimpanzee. "I like the scene wasn't cut," Mulaney sighed. "The chimp tried to bite Horatio's finger off in testing which i was enjoy, 'All right, well, after this, ignore chimp moments.'"Fest, produced by Carolines on Broadway and Comedy Central, with media partners including Variety, honored Carolines founder Caroline Hirsch in the ceremony on Saturday. Contact Mike Thielman at mike.thielman@variety.com

ASCAP New Bands Honours: Kaira Paisley, Ben Hayslip, Allen Shamblin Win Large

Kaira Paisley's hit "Whatsoever Like MeInch was written to celebrate a boy whose arrival introduced a man to contemplate the growth of his existence.our editor recommends'The Voice': Kaira Paisley, Pitbull, and Ne-Years of age to complete on Tuesday's ShowTaylor Quick, Blake Shelton Nominated to get the best CMA Award Paisley saw their very own existence's progression displayed again November. 6 when he walked offered by a few the most effective honors through the 49th annual ASCAP New Bands Honours at Nashville's Gaylord Opryland Resort. PHOTOS: CMT 2011 Honours: Red-colored-colored Carpet The first sort ASCAP intern was named the undertaking rights organization's songwriter/artist of year, and also the independent posting company -- Sea Gayle Music, co-founded with songwriter Chris DuBois and producer Frank Rogers -- also repeated since the country author of year. "It's an amazing feeling standing here tonight while using circle of existence that has type of introduced me here," Paisley told the entertainers, authors and music professionals inside the room. "After we tour and hang up video screens and shoot lasers within the crowd watching people get drunk and fall by themselves faces, it never escapes me the entire reason we have got compared to that point is tunes." PHOTOS: The Billboard Music Honours Three of Paisley's tunes - "Whatsoever Much Like Me,In . "Water" and "That Is New BandsInch - introduced for the songwriter/artist award, a trophy more youthful crowd received in 2004. Sea Gayle was credited with people three game game titles, plus "This," "Return Song" and "This Ain't Nothing" in gathering six of ASCAP's most completed tunes of year, greater than almost every other author. "I'm still amazed due to it,Inch DuBois mentioned of Sea Gayle's victory, "but we're not considering letting range from it. We're gonna make an effort to keep it extended after we can." STORY: Taylor Quick, Lady Antebellum Among CMT's Artists of year Ben Hayslip, who co-written five of ASCAP's most completed country tunes, needed songwriter of year, while Allen Shamblin's "The House That Built Me" ongoing its honours-ceremony rein. "House" won ASCAP country song of year, getting formerly received similar recognition within the New Bands Assn. as well as the Academy of recent Bands. "I'm amazed," Shamblin told his fellow songwriters. "I enter this room, I look around, I realize everything you've written, I realize exactly what it's cost you. If only to understand all the years of inspiration." Hayslip's five honored game game titles incorporated two Joe Nichols singles - "Gimmie That Girl" and "The Shape I'm In" - along with the Josh Turner-recorded "Throughout Me," Blake Shelton's "About Tonight" and Rodney Atkins' "Player's Daughter." STORY: Taylor Quick, Blake Shelton Nominated to get the best CMA Award Hayslip co-written these with Dallas Davidson and/or Rhett Akins. The Three have named themselves "the peach pickers" in recognition from the Georgia roots together with a passionate work ethic. There's a normal writing appointment on Wednesdays, and Hayslip bakes an attempt to keep all people dates. "Appear each day, even when you don't appear enjoy it,Inch according to him, explaining his philosophy. "You never know what God's organized to suit your needs tomorrow. For me essentially arrived at call [in sick], I don't happy, there might be a No. 1 song on that table that we didn't go have on that day.Inch Americana act the Civil Wars acquired the ASCAP Vanguard Award, because the ASCAP Global Impact Award - recognizing multi-format hits -- visited Josh Kear for co-writing Lady Antebellum's "Need You Now,In . which has gathered greater than 5 million downloads. The ASCAP Golden Voice Award appeared obtain to New Bands Hall of Fame member Don Williams, famous for his shrewdness just like a songwriter to ensure that like a judge of others' material. VIDEO: Kaira Paisley and 'The Voice's' Blake Shelton Duet on 'Don't Stay hydrated' Williams sang "For Me Inside Your SoulInch and "Tulsa Time," some classics he acquired off their authors, which he was saluted by a few contemporary hitmakers. Lee Ann Womack completed a sturdy version of "Our god, I Am Hoping This Time Is Great,In . while Keith Urban gave a sandy rendition of "We've Got An Excellent Fire Goin'," backed by Little Large Town's harmonies together with an unexpected appearance by Dork Loggins, who written the song. The finest surprise in the evening, however, will be a simple mash-up. The peach pickers completed "Gimmie That Girl" having a completely new Orleans-inspired, three-piece horn section and ended up singing a few Don Williams' choruses - "Our god, I Am Hoping This Time Is NiceInch and "Tulsa Time" - on top of each other. Odds are not the ultimate surprise every week. The Two competing undertaking rights organizations, SESAC and Bmi, offer their country honours November. 7 and November. 8. As well as the CMA televises its 45th annual honours on ABC on November. 9. That ceremony is co-situated by Barbara Underwood and ASCAP's former intern, Kaira Paisley. Related Subjects Kaira Paisley

Maya acquires 'Disaster,' 'Ass Backwards'

Maya Entertainment Group has acquired the world rights to some comedies -- ''It's A Disaster'' and ''Ass Backwards.'' Customers are selling both projects within the American Film Market. ''It's an emergency,'' from author/director Todd Berger, stars Julia Stiles, David Mix and America Ferrera. Story concentrates on four couples who meet for Sunday brunch finish up stranded in the house together since the world may be likely to finish -- while using couples not letting the chance finish around the world get if this involves the bond issues these need to work through. ''It's A Disaster'' might be the 2nd film for Vacationeer Productions, headed by Kevin M. Brennan and Rob Sophistication.''Ass Backwards'' is directed by Chris Nelson and stars Alicia Silverstone, Jon Cryer, Vincent D'Onofrio, Casey Wilson and June Diane Raphael. Story concentrates on two close buddies living the so referred to as ''high life'' in NY after they encounter their former pageant enemy and chance a mix country journey for their hometown to try and win a pageant that evaded them as children. ''Ass Backwards'' was produced by Louise Rae and Molly Conners. Contact Dork McNary at dork.mcnary@variety.com

Attention Moviefone Readers: Ask Kermit and Miss Piggy a Question

If you love the Muppets -- and if you don't, you seriously need to reconsider your priorities in life -- some great news: This weekend, Moviefone is hosting an Unscripted session with the stars of the upcoming 'Muppets' movie (Kermit, Miss Piggy, Jason Segel and Amy Adams) and we need your help. If you've ever wondered what Kermit does in his free time, or how hard Miss Piggy can punch, this is the opportunity for you! All you have to do is ask your question in the comments section below (we'll also be accepting questions over Twitter and Facebook). You have until Wednesday, November 2 at 8 p.m. EDT to ask. Come back and watch the interview HERE the week of Nov. 21 to see if your question was answered. Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook RELATED

We Need to Talk About Kevin won best picture at the BFI London Film Festival on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Scottish director Lynne Ramsay’s movie starring Tilda Swinton as the mother of a troubled boy who went on a killing spree premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May. “In the end, we were simply bowled over by one film, a sublime, uncompromising tale of the torment that can stand in the place of love,” said John Madden, chair of the judging panel. Candese Reid took the British newcomer award for Junkhearts, her first professional acting gig. The Sutherland Award for most original and imaginative feature debut went to Argentinean director Pablo Giorgelli for Las Acacias. Werner Herzog’s death-row examination Into the Abyss: A Tale of Death, A Tale of Life was chosen best documentary. David Cronenberg and Ralph Fiennes were the previously announced winners of the prestigious BFI Fellowship. Fest closes Thursday with a gala screening of Terence Davies’ The Deep Blue Sea, adapted from Terence Rattigan’s play and starring Rachel Weisz.

Joss Whedon Made a Secret Movie, and 5 Other Stories You'll Be Talking About Today

Happy Monday! Also in today’s edition of The Broadsheet: Johnny Depp’s Rum Diary boycott… Scientology’s stealth war vs. the South Park boys… Metallica seeks film moguldom… Michael Pitt didn’t quit, he was fired… and more. · Literally overnight, the producers of Much Ado About Nothing — a new Joss Whedon film “based on a play” and shot in apparent utter secrecy — launched a Web site featuring a broad, Whedon-veteran ensemble cast (including Nathan Fillion, Sean Maher, Clark Gregg, Amy Acker and many more) and little else. It’s reportedly confirmed to be real, though little else is known about it — from its roots in (or fidelity to) the Shakespeare comedy of the same name to how the hell Whedon filmed anything in the midst of The Avengers. Guesses are welcome! [Much Ado About Nothing via The Wrap] · ABC affiliates are forbidden from talking to Johnny Depp about his debauched, Hunter Thomspon-inflected The Rum Diary, lest it compromise the showing for this week’s DVD release of his family-friendly Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Indeed! Because Jack Sparrow is so straight and narrow. [KHOU via THR] · Hilarious, scary or both? A former high-ranking Scientology leader this weekend “released what he said was an internal Scientology document which suggests that the church targeted Trey Parker and Matt Stone for a classic OSA investigation in retaliation for the infamous South Park episode that exposed the religion’s bizarre upper-level teachings.” You’ll never believe where this goes. I mean, you might? But I doubt it. [Marty Rathbun via Village Voice] · Metallica is reportedly underwriting a 3-D feature film, hiring Charlotte Huggins — the co-producer on such Metallica-esque 3-D features like Journey to the Center of the Earth and Journey 2: The Mysterious Island — to help them get started. [Deadline] · Michael Pitt last week exited UTA for WME, but not before UTA could swing at the Boardwalk Empire actor on his way out the door: “[P]lease note that UTA fired him as a client yesterday because he’s really difficult on set and otherwise.” Mm-hmm. [THR, Deadline] · Joe Biden hasn’t yet decided if he’d follow a successful Obama reelection campaign with a presidential bid of his own. Fair enough! It would be awfully presumptuous at this stage, to say nothing of completely batshit delusional. [NYT] Follow S.T. VanAirsdale on Twitter. Follow Movieline on Twitter.

'Paranormal Activity 3' Hits Theaters, Uncovers New Clip

The 3rd installment within the "Paranormal Activity" franchise creeps into theaters a few days ago. To enable you to get ready for supernatural chills, there is a sixth viral clip which has been launched. "Catfish" company directors Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman direct the film that finds a youthful Katie (from the foremost and second films), and her sister Kristi fighting evil. The latest clip shows more found footage, set during the night within the bed room. Vital has tied to their grassroots, viral advertising campaign for that film since Oren Peli's 2007 movie. Mysterious VHS tapes simply labeled using the date, 1988 were passed around to numerous websites, revealing similar found footage. See what terror that one consists of by clicking the following. Hit the break for additional Horror Bites! "The Frozen Ground" Will get Their Girl It has been too lengthy since we have had news concerning the Nicolas Cage serial killer movie, "The Frozen Ground." We miss hair, Nic! "Crazy Eyes" Cage plays an Alaskan condition trooper monitoring a killer named Hansen. (It's bad that we are able to consider is "MMMBop", right?) "Large Love's" Katherine LaNasa just been cast as Hansen's (John Cusack) wife within the film. She's among the couple of women the well known psychopath has not kidnapped and hunted like game within the backwoods. Lucky! Sorry, "The Culling" Is Not related to The Cullens Presently shooting in New Orleans, "The Culling" finds five buddies within the most frequent but never tiring horror situations ever. The school pals intend on investing an enjoyable-filled weekend together on vacation, however their itinerary changes when something evil will get in the manner. After finding an abandoned 7-year-old girl in an empty caf, the pals drive her home, but they do not know that the nightmare awaits them in the house once they arrive to remain for that evening. Individuals behind "Machine Gun Preacher" and "Black Swan" are creating that one, meaning may possibly not suck. Jeremy Sumpter, Bret Davern, Elizabeth DiPrinzio, Chris Coy, Lindsey Godfrey, Virginia Williams, Jonathan Schaech and Harley Graham are starring within the indie horror-thriller. "Ghost Driver: Spirit of Vengeance" Rides On Nic Cage makes another Horror Bites appearance now. The Spike TV Scream Honours opened a clip in the approaching "Ghost Driver: Spirit of Vengeance." Mark Neveldine and John Taylor's new celebrities Cage because the hell-on-wheels biker Johnny Blaze (Also known as Ghost Driver), and he isn't searching too happy within this clip. Ghost Rider's sequestered themself in Eastern Europe attempting to repress his curse, but he's employed to fight the demon who would like to have a very boy's body. The preview looks much better than the 2007 film, so possibly there's expect that one. View it all go lower on Feb 17 the coming year. Zombie God George Romero Works "The Zombie Autopsies" Legendary "Evening from the Living Dead" director George A. Romero might be taunting us with fleshmunchers once again inside a new film. A friend from the director's authored a novel known as "The Zombie Autopsies," which surrounds an "isolated group doing autopsies on zombies throughout the zombie apocalypse and trying to puzzle out what the heck triggered this. They are available upon [a] discovery." Romero's new movie offers to be bloody good. "I would like it to be perfectly accurate, almost shockingly so," he told io9. "Piranha 3DD" Trailer is Absurd Fun Also in the Scream Honours now, a clip for "Piranha 3DD" came out, and it doesn't dissatisfy. To date the film lives as much as its title, as you can tell in the multiple tiny bikinis within the clip. David Hasselhoff. Ving Rhames, Christopher Lloyd, Danielle Panabaker and much more also star within the seafood flick that focuses on angry piranha that dominate a waterpark a mecca for bare flesh. Inform us that which you think about this week's Horror Bites within the comments as well as on Twitter!

Bryan Singer ponders Starbuck's sex in Battlestar Galactica movie

With Excalibur canned, everyone knows that Bryan Singer's next project after Jack The Giant Killer is a huge screen version of Battlestar Galactica. That which you have no clue certainly is what his Galactica movie uses becasue it is influence.Will it lean for that original seventies Tv program - as Singer has formerly suggested - or funnel the gritty drama in the up-to-date, more recent television outing?The interview with film author John Orloff (Anonymous) hasn't shed much light on that decision."I have got quite a radical take," Orloff told The La Occasions, before adding. "Don't get worried, I'm not gonna frak up.InchAnother large question for you is whether Starbuck needs to be carried out having a male (think Dirk Benedict inside the original Glen A. Larson Tv program) or possibly a lady (Katie Sackoff inside the update)?SFX magazine sprang this burning question to Singer, who states the jury remains out."At this time around I have not provided my ideas on that. But whatever approach we decide to try go, I am certain it'll be complementary for the whole Battlestar Galactica mythology," he dodged.

Hot Trailer: The Woman In Black TV Spot

Harry Potter not creepy enough? In this thriller based on a novel by Susan Hill adapted by Jane Goldman (among the credited scribes on Kick-Ass, The Debt and X-Men: First Class) Daniel Radcliffe plays a solicitor who treks to an isolated village to settle a deceased client’s affairs. Bad things happen when the title character materializes in an upper window of the goosebump-inducing mansion. Janet McTeer also stars in the CBS Films release slated to open February 3.

The Agony and also the Ecstasy of Jobs: Theater Review

NY -- May possibly not function as the eulogy the first kind Apple Boss might have selected, but Mike Daisey's The Agony and also the Ecstasy of Jobs is definitely an eye-opener. Up-to-date although not softened because the recent dying from the "techno-libertarian hippie," this provocative monologue pulls no punches in facing us using the negative side of Jobs' legacy as well as our very own mass dependence on devices.our editor recommendsSteve Jobs Appreciated at Private Memorial Service at Stanford UniversityA Studio Chief Pens Revealing First-Person Jobs Remembrance'iGenius: How Jobs Transformed the World': Preview the invention Documentary (Video)10 Stylish-Hop Tunes Referencing Jobs (Video)Jobs Bio Could Set New Sales RecordsSteve Jobs: The Apple Co-Founder's Most Memorable QuotesRelated Subjects•Steve Jobs This really is ideal material to have an obsessive personality like Daisey, whose 2001 breakout piece, 21 Dog Years, covered Amazon . com.com throughout the web boom. Directed by his wife and regular collaborator, Jean-Michelle Gregory, Daisey extemporaneously explores his selected subject from newspaper and private perspectives, finding illumination within the overlap. PHOTOS: Jobs' Dying: The way the Magazines Covered As they continues to be carrying out this piece since This summer 2010, the timing of their NY debut appears the spotlight. An unapologetic tech geek, Daisey confesses to as being a longtime worshipper in the Apple altar, confessing he frequently area-strips his Mac laptop Professional and cleans its parts with compressed air simply to unwind following a performance. But his voice is certainly a counterpoint to any or all the nice and cozy-and-fuzzy nostalgists getting misty-eyed over photos of chocolate-colored clamshell iBooks, as though these were childhood pets. Sitting in a glass-top table with only a few outline notes, Daisey describes the level came when he was surfing the Apple site and located apple iphone test photos drawn in a factory in China. That made him contemplate, the very first time, where and how individuals beloved objects were made. "I began to consider, that is always an issue for just about any religion," he states. That process brought him to Shenzhen in southern China to interview a large number of employees outdoors Foxconn, the monolithic manufacturing facility where Apple items (and roughly half the earth's electronics) are created. Younger crowd posed like a businessman to obtain within the industrial facilities and witness the dehumanizing labor-camping conditions firsthand. PHOTOS: Apple Items in TV and films This is no real surprise to anybody conscious of the wave of worker deaths that motivated Foxconn to set up suicide-prevention netting around its roofing this year. But Daisey constitutes a chilling narrative from his findings -- employees as youthful as 12 or 13, treated as biomass 12-hour changes that may stretch to 16 or even more when something new has been stockpiled for release employees whose hands are permanently warped from forever repeating exactly the same task pressurized without any rotation of duty. Daisey recounts how one worker died in the finish of the 34-hour change throughout his Foxconn visit. He recalls an encounter having a guy whose job was ended without compensation when his hands was crushed while making the metal casing for iPads. "It is a type of miracle," the hurt guy stated when Daisey kicked up their own iPad to exhibit him a functional model the very first time. Running parallel towards the account of his China trip, Daisey supplies a selective good reputation for Jobs' existence and career. His rigorous design standards and voracious hunger for that new steered Apple to world dominance, not in share of the market however in "mind share." Explaining him as "online resources the forced upgrade," Daisey constitutes a trenchant situation that Jobs switched everybody into covetous tech customers. "He am proficient at causing us to be need things we never even understood we wanted -- just like a laptop so thin you are able to slice a sandwich by using it.Inch PHOTOS: Jobs' 10 Memorable Key events He draws the contradictions within the tech guru's capability to create fetish objects while never being afraid to "knife the infant.Inch (RIP, ipod device Small.) But as the two sides of visionary aesthete and callous businessman are nicely highlighted, Daisey will get no nearer to Jobs the guy than most obits of latest days. He'd no direct connection with the first kind Apple chief. A stash of e-mail reactions sent by Jobs to individuals who wrote to him having seen Daisey's show indicates he was conscious of a persons-privileges violations behind the output of his items. The interest to detail throughout Apple's micromanaged history makes every other scenario impossible. But basically wondering how Jobs reconciled this via secondhand solutions sucks the bit of some impact. Daisey's work can veer toward sermonizing. His structure of loose sections assigned by resounding pronouncements becomes self-righteous sometimes, and also at two solid hrs, his storytelling here's not without body fat. Detours around the character of geekishness or even the inanity from the Ms powerpoint presentation seem like extended standup bits. VIDEO: Recalling Jobs But Daisey is really a compelling polemicist. Beyond an info sheet distributed in the finish from the performance, he does not provide a solution. But he forces us to look at our acquisitive natures and also the degree that many of us are complicit in screening out what we should don't wish to see. In Daisey's view, it wasn't Beijing but multinational companies like Apple that produced and attempt to enforce the interest in dehumanized labor in places like China. His a key point is the fact that, because the P.T. Barnum of his era, Jobs is at a distinctive position to alter things, but he chose to not. Venue: Public Theater, NY (runs through November. 13) Creator-artist: Mike Daisey Director: Jean-Michelle Gregory Set/lighting designer: Seth Reiser Presented through the Public Theater Jobs

ABC Buys 'Late Bloomer's Revolution,' Laura Solon Comedy

ABC continues its relationship with Gossip Girl producer Alloy Entertainment with two comedy orders. The Disney-possessed network has purchased Late Bloomer's Revolution and untitled half-hour family comedy from British comedian Laura Solon, both from Alloy in colaboration with Warner Bros. Television. PHOTOS: 'The Vampire Journals': Sneak Look at Season 3 The first kind, in line with the memoir through the same title, is really a multi-camera comedy from author Amy Cohen. It'll center around a parent and daughter who're both attempting to navigate the singles dating world simultaneously following the passing from the particular wife and mother. Cohen(Caroline within the City, Spin City)will write and executive produce with Michelle Nader (King of Queens, Two Broke Women), Alloy's Leslie Morgenstein and Gina Girolamo. (At some point, Nicole Kidman was mounted on a movie version at Cinemax.) PHOTOS: ABC's Year Television Shows A script plus penalty was purchased for that latter, from supervisory producer and writerSolon. The untitled project focuses on three adult brothers and sisters whose dynamic is unsetltled when their loving, but interfering mother Nancy decides to maneuver towards the city where all of them live and be a reactivated presence within their lives. Alloy's Morgenstein and Girolamo are attaced as executive producers. This news comes mere days following the network clicked up 666 Park,in line with the book series byGabriella Pierce.If ultimately purchased, the brand new crop will join Alloy's growing roster, such as the CW'sGossip Girl, Vampire DiariesandThe Secret Circleas well as ABC Family'sPretty Little Liarsand the lately uppedThe Laying Game. They'll also reuniteABC entertainment chiefPaul Leeand Alloy professionals, who labored together when Lee was at ABC Family. Alloy is repped by WME. Related Subjects ABC The Vampire Journals Gossip Girl TV Development

Joey Lawrence Pointing a chapter of 'Melissa & Joey' (Exclusive)

David Livingston/Getty Images Joey Lawrence, the star as well as an executive producer around the ABC Family comedy series, Melissa & Joey, is going to be pointing a chapter from the show for that approaching Season 2. "It will likely be nice to sink my teeth into the behind your camera duties," Lawrence informs The Hollywood Reporter. This marks the very first time Lawrence is going to be pointing for that series and the very first time pointing since 1997 on his series Brotherly Fascination with NBC, which later gone to live in The WB. "It feels as though an all natural progression for stars to direct sooner or later,Inch he states "And That I'm pleased that my network is positive about my capabilities and it is giving me the chance." Lawrence starts his pointing stint on March. 24 on Episode 8 presently entitled, "Wherefore Art Thou Lennox." Within the episode, his character continues a lengthy distance flirtation prior to the exotic beauty all of a sudden pays him a trip. And Melissa faces served by an experienced person in the town council. Lawrence's co-star and series Air, Melissa Joan Hart, will even direct a chapter from the series for next season. While she's directed before, Hart would be the first female to direct around the series. Melissa & Joey was ABC Family's top comedy launch within the key ad-preferred census if this was restored in This summer. Season 2 is presently in production and can air in 2012. Email: Jethro.Nededog@thr.com Twitter:@TheRealJethro RELATED Sutton Promote Lands Lead in ABC Family Pilot From 'Gilmore Women' Creator ABC Family Renews 'Make It Or Break It,' Orders More 'Lying Game' More ABC Family Coverage on THR ABC Family

Coroner: Jackson Didnt Give Themself Fatal Dose

First Released: October 11, 2011 6:28 PM EDT Credit: Getty Images Caption Dr. Conrad Murray watches Alberto Alvarez, among Michael Jacksons guards, testify throughout his involuntary wrongful death trial in the La Superior Court in downtown La on September 29, 2011 La, Calif. -- A medical examiner, striking a significant blow towards the defense of Michael Jacksons physician, stated Tuesday it's uncommon to think Jackson might have given themself a fatal dose from the effective anesthetic propofol. Dr. Christopher Rogers, who carried out the autopsy on Jackson, claimed it had been much more likely that Dr. Conrad Murray overdosed the singer when he improperly believed what amount of the drug he was giving Jackson to induce sleep. Rogers stated Murray didn't have precision dosing device available within the bed room of Jacksons leased mansion. The conditions, from my perspective, don't support self-administration of propofol, stated Rogers, chief of forensic medicine within the La County Coroners Office. Rogers examined two possible situations for Jacksons dying. The very first was the defense theory that although Murray walked off to use the bathroom, Jackson gave themself an additional dose from the drug he known as his milk. To ensure that Mr. Jackson to possess given the propofol to themself, you would need to assume he awoke and although he was intoxicated by propofol along with other sedative drugs, he was in some way in a position to administer propofol to themself, Rogers claimed. He then stops breathing and every one of this happens inside a two-minute time period, Rogers stated. In my experience, that scenario appears less reasonable. Less reasonable than? requested Deputy Da David Walgren. The alternate scenario could be to be able to keep Mr. Jackson asleep, the physician would need to provide him a bit every hour, 2 or 3 tbsps an hour or so, Rogers stated, observing that propofol is really a short-acting drug that wears off rapidly. We didn't find any precision dosing device, therefore the physician could be calculating just how much he was giving, the medical examiner stated. Murray told police he gave Jackson only 25 mg from the drug, a really small dose that always might have stored him asleep for a maximum of 5 minutes. Rogers stated he examined evidence present in Jacksons bed room and noted there is a clear 100 milliliter bottle of propofol. Rogers stated the reason for dying was acute propofol intoxication and also the adding condition was the benzodiazepine effect. Two sedative drugs from that drug group lorazepam and midazolam put together in Jacksons system after he died. Rogers stated he considered numerous factors in ruling the dying a homicide. Included in this were Murrays claims to police and the possible lack of sophisticated medical equipment in Jacksons bed room, in which the celebrity have been finding the anesthetic. He stated there is no EKG monitor, no resuscitation equipment with no precision dosing device present within the room. Rogers also claimed it might be inappropriate to make use of propofol outdoors a hospital or medical clinic. Walgren highlighted testimony concerning the autopsy by showing a stark photograph from the performers body with an analyzing table together with his genital area covered. He made an appearance thin although not emaciated. The physician stated he was 5 ft 9 inches and considered 136 pounds. In my opinion he was more healthy than an average joe his age, Rogers stated, explaining Jackson didn't have fatty buildup in the arterial blood vessels present with people his age. Murray has pleaded not liable to involuntary wrongful death. Rogers testimony came after jurors heard the finish of Murrays June 27, 2009, recorded interview with police by which he first revealed he'd been giving Jackson propofol to assist him sleep. Prosecutors performed the rest of the 40 minutes from the interview, which incorporated Murrays description of telling Jacksons mother and kids the performer was dead. Once they cried and cried and cried, then his daughter uttered lots of words of disappointment, Murray told detectives, saying Paris Jackson was scared of being alone after her fathers dying. I understand you attempted your very best, but Im really sad, he ongoing, recounting her words. I'll awaken each morning, and that i wont have the ability to see my dad. Jacksons mother, Katherine, dabbed her eyes having a tissue because the recording performed. She along with other people from the Jackson family left court and didn't begin to see the autopsy picture. A police detective who assisted conduct Murrays interview told jurors that Murray appeared surprised when, toward the finish from the interview, he found that three bags of medical products had not been retrieved in the stars bed room. It ended soon after the doctor described the products might be present in a closet. The job interview assisted transform the analysis into Jacksons June 25, 2009, dying from the simple dying inquiry right into a homicide situation. Prosecutors were likely to call a specialist on propofol like a witness later within the day. (Copyright 2011 by Connected Press. All privileges reserved. These components might not be released, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed) Copyright 2011 through the Connected Press. All privileges reserved. These components might not be released, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Beyonce Says Shes Due in February

Beyonce Beyoncé Knowles announced on Australia's Sunday Night show that she's due to give birth in February. (Grammy night perhaps? After all, she revealed her pregnancy on another awards show, MTV's Video Music Awards, in August.)Check out photos of BeyonceDuring her appearance on the Australian TV, Knowles said that being pregnant "already has changed my life. My husband and I have been together for 10 years. I feel like it's time."Check out the rest of the day's news on TVGuide.comIt'll be the first child for Beyonce, 29, and her husband of three years, rapper/mogul Jay-Z, 41. The couple consciously decided to put off having kids, Beyonce said. "I think because I've accomplished a lot of things for myself and I really know who I am, I didn't rush into anything," she added. "If there's any time, right now is the time, and I'm so happy."

Video: Bill Murray Might Rather Conduct Harvard's Marching Band Than Read a Ghostbusters 3 Script

We may not know whether Bill Murray will reprise his role of Peter Venkman inside the lengthy looked forward to, highly rumored Ghostbusters 3 but all of us do understand that the infamously reclusive actor will instantly do an Ivy League marching band once the Ghostbusters theme song is at their set list. Video evidence from last weekend’s Harvard-Cornell game follows. In line with the Crimson, the actor stormed the Harvard band bleachers through the 3rd quarter of Saturday’s football game against Cornell following a band finished playing the Ghostbusters theme song. “This guy in pink pants walked up and mentioned, ‘Hey, play that song again,’” mentioned Harvard College Band Manager Rachel L. Hawkins 󈥬. Hawkins mentioned this guitar rock band didn't have clue Murray was at the sport which “Ghostbusters” is only a a part of their usual set list. “He kind of came out from nowhere. It absolutely was very serendipitous.” After the sport (which Harvard won, 41-31), Murray revisited this rock band and faux-completed simply because they completed fight tunes. The actor was apparently attending the sport with friend and former Saturday Evening Live author James Downey…who does not have affiliation while using Ghostbusters franchise. Last we heard, Bill Murray had still not see the Ghostbusters 3 script. Regardless, Serta Aykroyd hopes to begin production this spring. [The Crimson via Vulture]

Paramount, New Regency to Back Darren Aronofsky's 'Noah'

After months of negotiations, Paramount and New Regency announced on Monday a deal make Noah, with Darren Aronofsky attached to direct the big-screen version of the iconic Bible tale. Oscar-nominated screenwriter John Logan, whose credits include Gladiator and The Aviator, will re-write a script by Aronofsky and Ari Handel. Aronofsky, nominated for the best director Oscar last year for Black Swan, will produce the movie with Scott Franklin. "Since I was a kid, I have been moved and inspired by the story of Noah and his family's journey," Aronofsky said in a statement. "The imaginations of countless generations have sparked to this epic story of faith. It's my hope that I can present a window into Noah's passion and perseverance for the silver screen." Aronofsky and Logan are represented by CAA. Email: Daniel.Miller@THR.com Twitter: @DanielNMiller Related Topics Darren Aronofsky Paramount Pictures

Melissa McCarthy Dances Into Her Debut as SNL Host

Melissa McCarthy When Melissa McCarthy took the stage to host Saturday Night Live, she started out by issuing a warning to her children: Go to bed now - because mama's about to get pretty inappropriate. She explained, "They're just getting over that sink scene from Bridesmaids. We've been dealing with some night terrors."McCarthy was so excited about her hosting gig, she felt obliged to express herself through dance. Joined by Bridesmaids co-star Kristen Wiig, the duo performed a number showcasing their hilariously cheesy dancing ability:Every little girl wants a Lil' Poundcake doll - she smells like frosting! She has a purse and hair that grows! But Lil' Poundcake's best feature? She administers HPV shots!Arlene (McCarthy) takes the interoffice romance to a new level -- her unabashed sexual advances make her colleague, Tim (Jason Sudeikis), extremely uncomfortable.Ever wonder what it would be like to see Chris Rock interpret Broadway classics like Annie? "It's a hard-knock life? Whatchyou know about the hard-knock life? I'll tell you one thing, though - she's got some daddy issues. Gotta keep her off the pole ..."A focus group for Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing goes awry when one of the participants (McCarthy) becomes a bit too enthusiastic about the product.

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With near unanimous critical praise along with a more powerful-than-anticipated opening weekend in the box office, 'Moneyball' remains well-situated just as one year-finish Oscar heavyweight. If the film itself can withstand the barrage of approaching prestiges releases remains to appear, only one factor appears obvious: star Kaira Pitt ought to be within the Best Actor conversation before Oscars on February. 26. A number of Pitt's best product in 'Moneyball' happens opposite his onscreen daughter (Kerris Dorsey), and Moviefone is satisfied to create an exclusive clip of the wonderful repartee. Watch ahead. 'Moneyball' has gone out in theaters now. Photo: Columbia Tri-Star

Klattenhoff sails to 'Pacific Rim'

KlattenhoffDiego Klattenhoff, who co-stars on Howard Gordon's new Showtime series "Homeland," has joined the cast of Guillermo del Toro's "Pacific Rim." Charlie Hunnam and Idris Elba star alongside Charlie Day, Willem Dafoe, Rinko Kikuchi, Max Martini, Rob Kazinsky and Clifton Collins Jr. Klattenhoff's role is being kept under wraps, though he is expected to appear in the opening scene of the an epic actioner that pits invading monsters against robots. Travis Beacham's script is set in 2025, the 12th year of a war against alien creatures who reside in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Story finds a group of humans banding together to create and pilot massive robots to fight the giant creatures threatening to destroy Earth. "Pacific Rim" is a co-production with Warner Bros., which will co-finance and distribute the pic on July 12, 2013. Mary Parent is producing with Legendary's Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni, as well as del Toro. Klattenhoff was offered a role in "The Dark Knight Rises" but couldn't accept due to a scheduling conflict with "Homeland." Thesp recently wrapped the indie drama "Unconditional," which stars Lynn Collins and Michael Ealy. Klattenhoff is repped by Paradigm and Levine/Okwu/Erickson. Contact Jeff Sneider at jeff.sneider@variety.com

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J.J. Abrams and Eric Kripke Setup Thriller at NBC

Let's begin, everyone! The start of the finish of Desperate Average women. Whether you have been keeping close an eye on Wisteria Lane each one of these years or are simply returning to determine precisely how they wrap some misconception, welcome! The final time we had the women, they'd all become add-ons to Carlos' murder of Gaby's abusive stepfather. So precisely how will the women handle this secret? Who do you consider would be the first to hack? And just how much will the authors enhance the stakes? Let us discover: BREEOn the evening from the murder, Bree may be the leader from the pack on the other hand, she's experience of the entire cover-up-a-murder department. While Susan and Lynette both seem like they would like to call the cops, and Gaby simply freaked-out, Bree keeps everybody focused because they bury your body. Obviously, Bree will need to work the toughest to help keep this murder hidden (she's dating a cop, lest we forget) but she's also probably the most going to save Carlos. Fast-forward per month following the murder and Bree is taking pleasure in a proper relationship with Chuck and is easily the most well-modified from everybody. Hiding what she knows is not easy, but Bree happens to be a reserved lady and, rather smartly, she argues that keeping a cop close is most likely advisable. Affirmed, Chuck soon discloses to her he found a stranded vehicle without having-of-condition license plates collecting parking tickets, and merely as Chuck laughs concerning the sloppy crooks who didn't remember to eliminate the vehicle, Bree realizes who that vehicle goes to. The following day, Bree and Gaby visit take proper care of the vehicle and then leave it inside a bad a part of town, but rapidly attract Chuck's attention (obviously) when Gaby struggles driving stick. A naïve (or simply stupid) Chuck purports to drive the vehicle - that the ladies say goes to Gaby's aunt - and Gaby eventually eats eating tobacco maintain her story. Just like Chuck is holding her hair back in a trash so she will provide, a youthful guy pops up to steal the vehicle. Bree effusively thanks him a lot the crook almost does not undergo using the crime - until Bree yells at him to complete what he began, and instructs him to buckle as he drives away. I usually love the Bree-Gaby moments simply because they contradict one another such a fascinating way, and I am glad to determine Bree going back in to the controlling perfectionist we increased to like as opposed to the lighthearted lady she grew to become when she was with Keith. However, Bree will get a disturbing letter in the finish from the episode from somebody that states they are fully aware what she did. Who's it? GABYGaby does not need to bother about keeping everything from her husband, but she does need to bother about Carlos' intense feelings of guilt within the act. He's grouchy, he's preoccupied and he isn't which makes it any simpler to allow them to move ahead. Gaby takes charge of the problem in their special way and attempts to pressure Carlos to confess for their longtime priest. However the only priest available is youthful and appears just like a blabbermouth (he constitutes a horrible tweeting joke which i will not repeat), so Carlos needs to ensure that it stays to themself. Gaby will get in to the driver's chair, literally, and commandeers the airport terminal shuttle to have their longtime priest to speak to Carlos prior to the priest leaves town. However, the priest shows Carlos he won't ever have the ability to forgive themself for which he did but - within the best moment from the episode - informs Carlos he did the best factor while he saved Gaby's existence if you take her stepfather's existence. The entire situation is odd since it just works as a indication that Carlos easily might have contended the murder was from self-defense and guarded themself. Since they have hidden your body, it's a tad too late for your, no? LYNETTEAside from masking the murder, the greatest narrative entering Season 8 is Tom and Lynette's split. For many inexplicable reason, they haven't told their kids that they are separated, so Tom is sleeping next door and ruling every day to possess breakfast using the kids. Tom and Lynette will always be probably the most honest portrayal of the husband and wife, and it is annoying their relationship continues to be reduced for this gimmick. Plus, in the finish of last season the 2 appeared like these were each and every other peoples throats - just how could they be even acting like they get on? The lines become further blurred when Lynette includes a very vivid nightmare about Gaby's stepfather returning to existence and entering her room. Naturally, she runs to Tom in the center of the evening crying and stating that she needs him. He holds her and she or he stupidly gets into for that hug. Oh gosh, let's begin. The 2 sleep together (naturally!) plus they both run back to their personal house each morning. Their moment of passion rapidly returns to bite them within the butt, though, when Tom asks about fixing your relationship and Lynette must explain that they just needed him within the moment (also known as, I made use of you for sex!) which she's no aim of fixing your relationship so soon. A minute of quiet clearness washes over Tom's face and merely his or her kids sit lower in the morning, he announces he and Lynette have something they need to let them know - most probably of the split. I had been never aboard using the whole Tom and Lynette split due to the fact it felt less honest and much more of the last-ditch effort to result in conflict. But when they are going to undergo with separating the formerly stable couple, a minimum of undergo by using it completely and show Lynette really and truly by herself. SUSANSusan has got the toughest time coping with the coverage-up. She's shut herself removed from another as well as written by michael without reason, and also the only time she faces her inner devils about everything is when she's working as an alternative teacher in Juanita's class and also the class' pet hamster accidentally dies on her behalf watch. She's instructed to bury the hamster, and all of a sudden begins flowing her heart out about why the hamster needed to die contributing to what's going to happen once the hamster's family comes searching for your pet. Someone understand this lady some uppers quick. Gaby listens to about Susan's tearful reaction and forces herself on Susan to obtain her to spread out up. Susan is not getting it, and it is only following a Wisteria Lane BBQ that sees all of the women finish up within the pool within their clothes (so kooky!) that they confesses her fears and struggles about keeping the key to her buddies. Much like at the outset of the episode once they hidden your body, the ladies re-invest in keeping their secret and set their hands on the top of one another to show their bond. Um, what's this, Mighty Morphing Energy Rangers? How can this be happening? The desperate average women of Season 1 really were desperate coupled with no such time for frivolous hands motions of oneness. RENEEAfter her drunken hook-up within the season finale, Renee is around the prowl and it has her sights set on Wisteria Lane's new hot neighbor. But despite Renee's best attempt for teasing and her conscious effort to place her best cleavage forward, her new neighbor nicely declines her offer to have sexual intercourse and rejects her with no moment's hesitation. Hopefully, some thing evolves between the pair of them therefore we can easily see Renee make a move different. I'd love if among the other women accidentally leaking their large secret to her and also got her involved with a story which has nothing related to teasing, however it appears pretty apparent that is not going to take place. Now that it is the show's last season, it will seem like it will you need to be the initial four women which Renee would certainly be interfering. But nonetheless, can't the authors find something worth Vanessa Williams' talents? Oy. Overall, I figured the episode moved just a little slow for which was the final season premiere. Yes, Bree got conned, Gaby held a priest hostage and Wisteria Lane welcomed a brand new hunky neighbor, however it still felt just like a transitional episode. What have you think about the episode? Made it happen meet your anticipation? Do you consider Renee should get involved with the coverage-up? Are you currently sad Lynette and Tom are utilizing their split? Seem off within the comments below! show less

VIDEO: Andy Samberg Impersonates Mark Zuckerberg at Facebook Conference

Mark Zuckerberg, Andy Samberg Andy Samberg placed on a hoodie and sandals and busted out his best Mark Zuckerberg impersonation Thursday at Facebook's f8 conference.Fall Preview: Get scoop on all of your favorite coming back shows"I am likely to begin by concentrating on key issues," Samberg opened up. "First: authentic identity. And under this sweatshirt are reliable, cut and greased abs!"The Saturday Evening Live star then boasted about Facebook's growth ("We have got ... more and more people compared to the cast of Glee"), how he chloroformed Bebo and set a "bullet at the back of its skull," and revealed two new Facebook features, "I am Not Necessarily Buddies with one of these People" and "The Slow-Poke," that takes 24 hrs to achieve the individual.Video clip: Jesse Eisenberg and Mark Zuckerberg finally meet on Saturday Evening LiveThe real Zuckerberg eventually crashed the party, which only motivated Samberg to impersonate another "Bergs": Zuckerberg's Social Networking portrayer Jesse Eisenberg and Mark "Say 'hi' for your mother for me personally, OK?" Wahlberg. Discover the shocking truth below:

RomeFictionFest fetes Jim Belushi

ROME -- Jim Belushi will probably be feted with the RomeFictionFest, where a slew of U.S. shows might have their worldwide preems, including ABC's "Not such a long time ago," "Revenge" which is "Charlie's Angels" reboot, Sony's "Pan Am" and Fox's "Terra Nova." Belushi, who'll obtain the fest's lifetime achievement award, holds one of several high-profile masterclasses. Producers Grant Scharbo and Gina Matthews holds another masterclass in Rome concerning the building of ABC's "Mission," despite the fact that show -- of a mother and former CIA agent fighting in order to save her boy, kidnapped in Italia -- will not be screening. And producer Tom Fontana will probably be speaking in regards to the challenge of making his period drama "Borgia." The big-budget European co-push, commissioned by Gaul's Canal Plus, will rather screen in case dedicated to scripted TV content. The fifth edition in the recently reconfigured Rome shindig, organized by Italy's TV producers' association APT, runs Sept. 25-30. Cost-cutting measures forced topper Steve Della Casa to scale it reduced scope, eliminating best sections. Italian shows are, obviously, a effective component with preems made up of Mediaset's neo-medieval thriller "Viso D'angelo," RAI's "Tutti Pazzi Per Amore 3" together with a preview of Sky Italia's TV movie "Not Natale per Due." Tribute will probably be paid out to Chilean helmer Raul Ruiz, who died in August, with tests of his masterpiece "The Mysteries of Lisbon," produced by Paulo Branco. Former Granada USA and also the new the new sony TV Europe production topper Antony Root remains accountable for fest's budding industry side. Expected professionals include Philipp Kreuzer, Bavaria Films production topper, Ben Jesse, professional producer worldwide drama at BBC Worldwide, Barbara Stein, controlling director of three Arts Entertainment, and producer Anne Thomopoulos of Trio Lunch. Contact Nick Vivarelli at nvivarelli@gmail.com

ATO Pictures nabs privileges to 'Oasis'

ATO Pictures has acquired U.S. privileges to Participant Media's docu ''Last Call in the Oasis,'' directed by Jessica Yu.The film lately opened in the Toronto Intl. Film Festival.Pic's developed, funded and executive created by Participant Media.''Oasis'' handles the worldwide water crisis becoming the central problem facing the world this century.The film was created by Elise Pearlstein featuring activist Erin Brockovich, Peter Gleick, Alex Prud'homme, Jay Famiglietti and Robert Glennon.The offer was discussed by ATO's Mind of Purchases Sarah Lash with Josh Braun of Submarine and Shaun Ivers, COO of Participant Media.ATO also acquired privileges a week ago to a different TIFF title, ensemble comedy ''The Oranges. Contact Dork McNary at dork.mcnary@variety.com

People Magazine Defends Putting Only Kim Kardashian on Wedding Cover

People magazine has come under fire for putting only Kim Kardashian on the cover of its big wedding issue -- leaving new husband Kris Humphries out of the main photo.our editor recommendsCriticisms About Kim Kardashian Wedding SurfaceKim Kardashian Wedding Cheat Sheet: Everything You Need to KnowRelated Topics•Kim Kardashian Kim Kardashian's Official Wedding Photos Hit Web; Were They Worth $1.5 Million? "We sorted through thousands of pictures," People's assistant editor Jen Garcia said on Access Hollywood Live Wednesday morning. PHOTOS: Inside Kardashians Inc. "...Looking for ones that didn't have Kris?" joked guest co-host Arsenio Hall. "That's not true!" said Garcia. "You see Kris.. in a bush!" quipped Hall, pointing to the bushes that appear behind Kim on the cover. People paid $1.5 million for licensing fees. STORY: Kim Kardashian Breaks Silence After Weekend Wedding "It's all about the bride. We wanted her. It's her day, we wanted her on the cover," said Garcia. "He's got a little height on her," added Garcia of the New Jersey Nets forward. "It's kind of tough to get them in the [same] shot." VIDEO: Kim Kardashian First Wedding Footage Hits the Internet Later Garcia joked of the reason to buy the magazine: "[It's all about] the little details, the happy couple, some really sweet [photos] there... you will see Kris Humphries inside!" COVER STORY: How the Kardashians Made $65 Million Last Year "It's 11 pages of insanity. You can't miss it," added Garcia. Wedding planner Sharon Sacks told the magazine Kardashian's wedding would have cost $6 million, but Garcia admitted, "because of who they are, they got a lot for free or discounted." Kardashian's diamond headpiece was worth $2.5 million alone. The Hollywood Reporter has detailed how the couple is offsetting their wedding costs by publicizing products on Twitter and on their E! reality show. In addition to their People cover, E! will air a two-part wedding special on Oct. 9 and 10. Related Topics Kim Kardashian

Lavell Crawford Can a Brother Acquire Some Love

Last Comic Standing Runner-Up Lavell Crawford keeps his debut one-hour comedy special, Can A Brother Acquire Some Love?, a household affair when talking about his ever loving mama, quarrelling with brothers and sisters over Halloween outfits as well as impregnating his wife. For Crawford, there's no subject too taboo. Show some love and tune-set for our planet Premiere special.

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TCA: Average Americans May Enjoy Seeing Rich People Get Taken Down In 'Revenge'

Ray Richmond is contributing to Deadline's coverage of TCA. While sitting on the final TCA panel of the day today, the veteran actress Madeleine Stowe -- a member of the cast on the new ABC drama Revenge that will air Wednesday nights at 10 this fall -- believes that recession-ravaged Americans will welcome a series set among the chi-chi set in the Hamptons that finds the "haves" being treated to the bitter taste of revenge. The series, which premieres Sept. 21, stars Emily VanCamp as a young woman exacting revenge on a wealthy Hamptons clan that destroyed her father. "We're dealing with a particular time in American history where I think the average citizen is going to want to see the takedown of the rich," Stowe said from the stage. Afterward, she elaborated further, telling Deadline, "We all know that we're heading toward very interesting times. I don't know where our country is going to be. But I think the idea of being able to observe these overprivileged people who have everything at their fingertips and at their beck and call given a comeuppance might be sort of a vicarious thrill for the audience." Stowe stressed that disparity between the moneyed class and everyone else "is so huge right now in terms of who's making the money. And I think everyone's feeling their lives starting to slip. So to be able to turn on the tube for one hour and see this sort of escapist fantasy that has a really dark heart I think could be satisfying...There's almost an Upstairs Downstairs quality to what we're doing on this show."

Universal Drops 'Clue' Gore Verbinski Progresses With Hasbro Cash And New Authors

EXCLUSIVE: Universal Pictures has silently dropped from Clue, among the seven Hasbro games qualities the studio contracted to create into movies inside a ground-breaking six-year exclusive deal signed in 2008. Clue becomes the 3rd project from seven to become came by Universal (Monopoly and Miracle, The Range were also started towards the curb), but none of them of individuals projects are dead. Within the situation from the murder mystery game Clue, Hasbro is funding the event, and creating the film with Gore Verbinski's Blind Wink. Verbinski, director from the first three Pirates from the Caribbean films, Rango and also the approaching Lone Ranger, still intends to direct Clue, and that he and Blind Wink's John Krauss are creating with Hasbro's John Goldner and Bennett Schneir. They have just hired Expensive Gordon scribes Burk Sharpless and Matt Sazama to create the Clue script. The authors will draft a take that Verbinski and the fellow producers emerged with this maintains the murder mystery spirit from the game, but increases the setting to some global stage. Beyond scripting Expensive Gordon for The new sony Pictures, Sharpless and Sazama are redrafting Dracula Year Zero. That project's still hanging on at Universal, after being stopped just lacking the beginning line due to a higher budget, when Alex Proyas was pointing and Mike Worthington would star. ICM reps the authors. Is mtss is a clue that Universal no more really wants to roll the dice on game movies? Associates say no. Rather, they let me know that Universal and Hasbro progressively simplified their focus towards the four films that many made sense for that studio: Battleship, the Peter Berg-directed summer time 2012 action movie that stars Taylor Kitsch and Liam Neeson, with Universal just delivering its first trailer Stretch Remedy, that has Take advantage of Letterman pointing and Twilight Saga's Rachelle Lefervre mounted on take part in the rubbery title characterCandy Land, that is being compiled by Kung Fu Panda 2 cowriters Jonathan Aibel and Glenn Berger, who've referred to the film as The almighty from the Rings, with food items and Ouija, that has Micrograms mounted on direct and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay, Kaira Larger and Andrew Form creating with Ian Bryce and Hasbro's Goldner and Schneir. The reality, they stated, is the fact that Hasbro is wanting to transfer its top quality items into movies and also the best method of doing that's to spread them around or self-develop after which return to galleries with scripts and talent, because games don't instantly lend themselves effortlessly to narrative films and since these movies are costly to create. Hasbro certainly has got the cash to get it done this way the film transfer of Hasbro's Transformers series has made $2.5 billion over three films and also the latest, Transformers: Dark from the Moon, last evening cracked the $1 billion worldwide gross mark. And G.I. Joe: Retaliation only agreed to be given prime summer time property by Vital, which slotted the film for release on June 29, 2012. While Hasbro lately set a John Hlavin-scripted adaptation from the game Risk with The new sony Pictures and Overbrook's Will Cruz and James Lassiter, Goldner and Schneir have no need for galleries within the development phase. Hasbro is constantly on the develop Monopoly with Scott Free like a potential pointing vehicle for Ridley Scott. Miracle The Range, another dropped projects, doesn't have accessories at this time. The connection between Universal and Hasbro remains fine, sources stated. Privileges holders with strong deals frequently lose persistence with studio partners and contractually pressure the timing of projects, however when Universal suggested pushing back the beginning date of Battleship despite the fact that it known as to allow them to pay Hasbro a $5 million penalty, Hasbro waived the charge because Goldner and Schneir agreed using the assessment produced by the studio, Berg and producer Scott Stuber more time was needed. In the end, neither Transformers nor G.I. Joe originated from toys and never games. Battleship, whose teaser trailer surprised many by presenting aliens right into a story that many certainly wasn't area of the venerable game, would be the true test from the Hasbro/Universal alliance. It will likewise largely determine the knowledge of turning top quality games into films also it might possibly determine the fate of who steers the Universal ship for Comcast. Here's the Battleship trailer again should you skipped it:

Former News of The World Managing Editor Stuart Kuttner Arrested in Phone-Hacking Inquiry

LONDON - Former News of The World managing director Stuart Kuttner became the latest to be arrested in the phone-hacking scandal Tuesday.our editor recommendsFormer News of the World Editor Andy Coulson to Be Arrested FridayConfessions of a 'News of the World' Reporter (Exclusive)Related Topics•Rupert Murdoch Kuttner, who is 71 and retired after 22 years at the paper in 2009, was arrested at a pre-arranged meeting at a London police station where he was detained on suspicion of conspiring to intercept communications, contrary to Section1 (1) Criminal Law Act 1977, and on suspicion of corruption allegations contrary to Section 1 of the Prevention of Corruption Act 1906. These are thought to be same charges brought against former News International CEO Rebekah Brookslast month. As managing editor of the tabloid paper famous for scoops like Sarah Ferguson'saffair with a Texan billionaire and the sexual peccadilloes of a multitude of domestic politicians, Kuttner was one of the few executives who spoke publicly on behalf of the newspaper. In 2008, after the newspaper's Royal editor Clive Goodmanwas arrested for his role in hacking phone messages of Prince Williamand Prince Harry, Kuttner told the BBC that the event had been an isolated one. "It happened once at The News of The World. The reporter was fired. He went to prison. The editor resigned," he told BBC News. However, it is now known that by late 2007 and internal dossier listing multiple instances of phone-hacking already existed within News International. In her appearance before the House of Commons Select Committee last month, Rebekah Brooksalso told MPs that Kuttner had been responsible for issuing payments to investigators working for the newspaper. "The payments of private detectives would have gone through the managing editor's office," she told the Committee. The arrest of Kuttner, who has recently suffered health problems, increases the likelihood that police will also want to talk to former Dow Jones chief executive Les Hinton, who was News International chief executive during the period that the bulk of the phone-hacking is thought to have taken place. News International is also under pressure to explain whether the deletion of hundreds of thousands of emails in April 2010 was relevant to the hacking investigation. The process, which was described as "routine" by the technology company managing News International's data, is expected to come under further scrutiny from police and the Parliamentary committee investigating the phone-hacking scandal. News International has said it is "fully co-operating" with the relevant inquiries. Related Topics International News of the World Phone Hacking Scandal

Patti LuPone, Mandy Patinkin Heading to Broadway

NEW YORK (AP) Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin are returning to Broadway together this fall, taking their concert to the Barrymore Theatre beginning Nov. 16."An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin," which has been playing dates around the country, will be on Broadway for 63 performances. Opening night is set for Nov. 21.The pair first appeared together giving Tony Award-winning performances in "Evita."The show is directed by Patinkin and includes musical staging by fellow Broadway veteran Ann Reinking.LuPone was last on Broadway in the musical "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown." Patinkin last appeared on stage in "Compulsion" at The Public Theater.Copyright 2011 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. NEW YORK (AP) Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin are returning to Broadway together this fall, taking their concert to the Barrymore Theatre beginning Nov. 16."An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin," which has been playing dates around the country, will be on Broadway for 63 performances. Opening night is set for Nov. 21.The pair first appeared together giving Tony Award-winning performances in "Evita."The show is directed by Patinkin and includes musical staging by fellow Broadway veteran Ann Reinking.LuPone was last on Broadway in the musical "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown." Patinkin last appeared on stage in "Compulsion" at The Public Theater.Copyright 2011 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.