William Shakespeare — talk about an artist who was ahead of his time. Many modern day films are either overtly or covertly based on his poetic scribbles…
Mar 09 2015
TV News: HBO to Launch Standalone Premium Streaming Service HBO NOW In April
HBO announced the name of its standalone premium streaming service – HBO NOW – and that the service will launch this April, bringing the highly anticipated new product to audiences in time for the fifth season of Game of Thrones. HBO and Apple also announced that for the first time an HBO subscription will be made available directly to Apple customers through HBO NOW.
Mar 08 2015
Shameless – “Uncle Carl” Retrospective. Everyone Has an Opinion.
War it is in “Uncle Carl.” With Frank (William H. Macy) lying to Sammi (Emily Bergl) about her trailer in “Rite of Passage,” Sammi withholding Frank’s anti-rejection medications in “Crazy Love,” and then shooting him in “Tell Me You Fucking Need Me,” let me tell you, you ain’t seen nothing yet. Their incessant need to win leads Frank and Sammi into an all-out War of the Roses.
Mar 07 2015
Vikings – “Warrior’s Fate” Recap. A Bloody Disaster.
As the Vikings help Princess Kwenthrith (Amy Bailey) recover her kingdom, they set up their English farming settlement; tensions that have been building up among Christians and Northmen due to their cultural and religious differences begin to flare. Only two men have a clear plan for their people’s future as well as their own: Ragnar (Travis Fimmel) and King Ecbert (Linus Roache). During “Warrior’s Fate,” it becomes clear to both men that their vision for their people isn’t shared by those in their respective inner circles.
Mar 06 2015
Movie Trailer: Effie Gray Starring Dakota Fanning, Emma Thompson, Julie Walters, Tom Sturridge and Robbie Coltrane
In her original screenplay EFFIE GRAY, Emma Thompson takes a bold look at the real life story of the Effie Gray-John Ruskin marriage, while courageously exposing what was truly hiding behind the veil of their public life. Set in a time when neither divorce, nor gay marriage were an option, EFFIE GRAY is the story of a young woman coming of age, finding her own voice in a world where women were expected to be seen but not heard. EFFIE GRAY explores the roots of sexual intolerance, which continue to have a stronghold today, while shedding light on the marital politics of the Victorian Era.
Mar 06 2015
Movie Trailer: The Road Within Starring Dev Patel, Zoë Kravitz, Robert Sheehan, Kyra Sedgwick, and Robert Patrick
After the passing of his mother, Vincent (Robert Sheehan), a young man with Tourette’s, finds himself at a center for those dealing with similar psychological disorders. Soon, he finds company in Marie (Zoë Kravitz), a young woman at the center for her anorexia, and Alex (Dev Patel), his OCD-stricken roommate. These unlikely companions, with clashing personalities, find themselves on a three-day journey, making for hilarious antics and unexpected new friendships.
Mar 06 2015
Smithsonian Channel Presents Siege of Masada Premiering March 27
Smithsonian Channel™ investigates the real story that inspired CBS’ Limited Event Series The Dovekeepers. The legend of Masada is the Alamo of the ancient world, the story of more than 900 Jewish rebels who held a nearly impregnable fort against the might of the Roman Empire. Embedded in the founding narrative of the state of Israel, this epic story has offered ample fodder to writers, filmmakers and storytellers worldwide – and it’s now the backdrop for the upcoming CBS limited event series THE DOVEKEEPERS from executive producers Roma Downey and Emmy® Award-winner Mark Burnett. But how much of the Masada legend is grounded in historical fact?
Mar 05 2015
Travel Channel .com Names The Top 10 Travel’s Best Family Adventures of 2015
Screaming kids in the backseat? Not this trip! TravelChannel.com names the top 10 “Travel’s Best: Family Adventures” for 2015 for families to create fun-filled, memorable journeys while exploring the globe. Broaden horizons by exploring unknown landscapes – set sail through icy Alaskan waters to see breaching whales or venture through Panama City streets and become enraptured by the architecture and history. From natural excursions to cultural strolls through cosmopolitan cities, this year’s list will be sure to please everyone in the family.
Mar 04 2015
Video: iZombie Trailers and Interviews
Mar 04 2015
Justified – “The Hunt” Recap. Loyalties Are Tested.
Well, the train has left the station. The aftermath of what happened in “Alive Day” carries over into “The Hunt” where there is more than one type of hunting going on. The U.S. Marshals are pursuing Ty (Garrett Dillahunt) while Boyd (Walton Goggins) searches for wild boar and the truth about Ava’s (Joelle Carter) suspicious behavior as of late. In the meantime, Raylan (Timothy Olyphant) gets a visit from his baby mama, Winona (Natalie Zea), with baby in tow.
Mar 03 2015
Here’s Why You Should Check Out Spartacus on Netflix
For those who wonder where they can find more cinematic gladiatorial content, there is an answer in the form of one of the most shockingly overlooked television shows in recent memory. The Starz series Spartacus is a big, bold, and accurate take on gladiator culture in ancient Rome. Now that the entire series is available for streaming on Netflix (in addition to playing on Syfy), it’s time to look back and give Spartacus its due.
Mar 02 2015
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