TV and Movie News (page 1543)

Billy Madison Movie Review
December 17, 2010 @ 8:10 am PST    Billy Madison     Jenny    

Some people just never grow up. Know the type?

That's exactly what this movie about, a man who refuses to grow up, that is until he is about to lose possession of his father's billion dollar company if he doesn't pass school and get his high school diploma.

So Billy Madison does what he has to and goes back to school starting with kindergarten. He spends 2 weeks in each grade and has to pass to move on to the next grade and so on.

Tony Romo Engaged to Candice Crawford!
December 17, 2010 @ 8:00 am PST    Gossip Girl, The Sing Off     Allie Basilica    

Dallas Cowboy superstar quarterback Tony Romo, who is currently out on injury reserve for the Cowboys, popped the question last night.

So who's the lucky lady?

24-year-old news reporter Candice Crawford is the one!

Tony and Candice have been dating since he broke up with recently engaged singer, Jessica Simpson.  To make this love triangle even more odd, it has also been announced that Jessica's ex-husband Nick Lachey, host of The Sing Off, is engaged and will soon tie the knot with Vanessa Minnillo.

Larry King Live Grand Finale Episode Airs Thursday at 9 PM ET
December 16, 2010 @ 5:40 pm PST    Larry King Live     Marivic Cabural    

The final episode of Larry King Live will air Thursday (9 PM ET/6 PM PT) after 25 years of great interviews with presidents and other high-ranking officials in the US and other countries and most popular and intriguing celebrities.

According to CNN, Ryan Sea Crest will host the star studded grand finale of Larry King Live tonight called “Larrypaloosa,” a tribute to Larry King who will say goodbye to his avid viewers.

American Beauty (1999) Movie Review
December 16, 2010 @ 5:25 pm PST    American Beauty     Jenny    

"What's the most beautiful thing you have ever seen?" A teen boy asks an awkward teen girl. He then shows her a home video of a plastic grocery bag caught in the wind swirling around and floating away. This is the oddity that is American Beauty.

The first time I saw it when the film had just been released and there was tons of hype about it, well honestly, I didn't get it.

Former Melrose Place Actress Amy Locane Indicted For Manslaughter In Fatal DUI Crash
December 16, 2010 @ 2:40 pm PST    Melrose Place (1992), Cry Baby, Bongwater     Adam Eatros    

TMZ has just learned that former "Melrose Place" actress Amy Locane has been indicted in New Jersey on charges of aggravated manslaughter and assault by auto following her deadly crash earlier this year.

Sources say that Locane was indicted this afternoon by a grand jury in Somerset County.

Locane is also known for playing a lead role in the film Cry Baby (1990), starring Johnny Depp, and co-starred in the cult-comedy Bongwater.

Best new show of fall 2010 is.....
December 16, 2010 @ 12:07 pm PST    The Defenders     Jenny    

The award for Jennifer's favorite new show of the fall 2010 television season goes to.....The Defenders!!!! Yes, those loveable old defense attorneys have won over my heart and made myself and my husband look forward to every Wednesday night on CBS when we can see what crazy new cases the guys might be taking on.

The Defenders centers around two defense attorneys played by Jim Belushi and Jerry O'Connell.

Country Strong Actress Gwyneth Paltrow in talks to star in movie adaption of Broadway music 'Rock of Ages'
December 16, 2010 @ 12:01 pm PST    Country Strong     Adam Eatros    
It has been confirmed that Gwyneth Paltrow is considering using her newly appointed singing skills to take on a role in the upcoming movie adaptation of hit Broadway musical Rock of Ages.   Rock of Ages, which features songs from artists including Bon Jovi, Twisted Sister and Poison, is set for a cinematic release with star actor Tom Cruise in discussions to join the movie.   Gwyneth recently revealed that she is also considering joining the project.

Comedy Director Blake Edwards Dies at 88
December 16, 2010 @ 11:38 am PST    The Pink Panther     Adam Eatros    

Blake Edwards, best known for comedies like "Victor/Victoria" and the "Pink Panther", passed away Wednesday night in Santa Monica, Calif.  He was 88.

Blake, according to his publicist Gene Schwam, lost the battle caused by complications from pneumonia at about 10:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. John's Health Center.

Mr. Edwards’s wife, Julie Andrews, and other family members were at his side when he passed.

Nicolas Cage Scores Role in The Medallion (2011)
December 16, 2010 @ 11:24 am PST    The Medallion, Drive Angry, Trespass, The Croods, Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, The Hungry Rabbit Jumps     Tina Musial    

Nicolas Cage gets to star in an action thriller coming up. He's been a nerdy historian, a bad guy, a medieval times player and up next a bad guy turned good guy in The Medallion. It's a pretty big deal, considering the other top action actors that he supposedly beat out. Or else they dropped out and he was the last man standing!

From the Hollywood Reporter:

Nicolas Cage will star in The Medallion (2011), an action thriller directed by Simon West.

2011 Awards Season Brings a Few Surprises
December 16, 2010 @ 11:17 am PST    The Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards , Modern Family, Burlesque, True Grit, The Tourist     Kay S.    

As the year ends, awards season begins for those in movies and television. The nominations for The Golden Globe Awards were announced on Tuesday while the Screen Actors Guild nominees were announced today. Rarely is there an awards season without a few surprises and this year is no exception. Here's a look at a few of them:

-Burlesque's Golden Globe nomination for best musical or comedy.