AFI’s Top TV Programs of 2010
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Drama, Mini Series, Music, Sci-Fi/Horror, ABC, Cable, FOX, HBO, NBC, Showtime, 30 Rock,
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We’ve already learned which programs the Hollywood Foreign Press Association has deemed worthy of Golden Globe nominations -- but what does the American Film Institute have to say about 2010?
For AFI's annual list, a group “scholars, film and television artists, critics and AFI Trustees” have selected their top choices of the year. Of the ten titles, three are from AMC alone:
- 30 Rock
- The Big C
- Boardwalk Empire
- Breaking Bad
- Glee
- Mad Men
- Modern Family
- The Pacific
- Temple Grandin
- The Walking Dead
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| Deadline
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MTV Documentary to Address Abortion
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Reality, Specials, Cable, MTV,
MTV’s transition from music to maternity television is almost complete.
The cable channel, already known for programs like 16 and Pregnant and Teen Mom, is about to explore another chapter of pregnancy: abortion.
Later this month, MTV will air No Easy Decision, a special focusing on one young woman (Markai) who finds herself pregnant for the second time. (Some may remember Markai, pictured above, as a former face on 16 and Pregnant.)
That documentary will include a discussion between Dr. Drew Pinsky and other ladies who have opted to have an abortion. The program will also address contraception and the "devastating effects of facing such a decision."
No Easy Decision debuts December 28.
Read More | Entertainment Weekly
Matt Dillon to Guest Star on Modern Family
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Prime Time, ABC,
Matt Dillon might have thought there was something about Mary, but at one point he thought there was something about Phil Dunphy's wife, too.
It was recently announced that the Takers star has been tapped to appear in a future episode of Modern Family. Matt will play a former boyfriend of Claire’s who has developed a friendship with her mother (actress Shelley Long).
No date has yet been announced for Dillon’s arrival.
(To get a look at TV Envy's 2010-11 Midseason Television Programming Schedule, click here.)
Read More | TV Guide
VIDEO: Jeff Bridges Fearless, Funny as SNL Host
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Comedy, Late Night, NBC, Saturday Night Live, Video,
Oscar winner Jeff Bridges was fearless during his weekend stint on Saturday Night Live. Although he didn’t absolutely shine in every single skit (the “gift-wrapping” bit was tepid at best), he was brilliant as the star of Jeff’d.
In the skit above, Bridges does his hilarious take on Punk’d -- without the Ashton Kutcher exuberance or a true prankster’s mean streak. The results are comedy gold.
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TV on DVD: December 21, 2010
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Animation, Comedy, Drama, Prime Time, Reality, Sci-Fi/Horror, Cable, CBS, FOX, NBC, Family Guy, DVD,
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Here are some of the TV on DVD options available this week:
- The Andy Griffith Show: 50th Anniversary (Best of Mayberry)
- Billy the Exterminator (Seasons 1 & 2)
- Bleach (Uncut) (Box Set 7)
- Caprica (Season 1.5)
- Family Guy: It's a Trap!
- Futurama (Volume 5)
- Gene Simmons Family Jewels (Season 4)
- The Guild (Season 4)
- The Secret Life of the American Teenager (Volume 5)
- The Virginian (Season 2)
Make sure to also check out the DVD and Blu-ray film options for this week.
Read More | Amazon
Glee Tidbits: Chris Colfer Talks Kissing, Big-Name Guest Stars
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Comedy, Music, Prime Time, FOX, Gossip, Spoilers, Video,
The Glee drought has left fans hungry for news, gossip and spoilers -- and we’ve got them.
Chris Colfer, who plays Kurt Hummel, recently spoke to E! about when he’ll kiss his new co-star, which guest stars he’d like to see on the show and where his character’s relationship may be heading. Keep reading to hear his picks for Hummel family members.
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VIDEO: Cookie Monster Wins a Spot on Saturday Night Live
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Comedy, Late Night, NBC, Saturday Night Live, Video,
Cookie Monster's campaign to get a gig on Saturday Night Live did not crumble.
Although the Sesame Street character was not asked to host (yet), he did win a spot alongside this past weekend's host: Jeff Bridges.
Watch the blue guy sing "Silver Bells" -- and get excited over his favorite treat -- during the opening monologue.
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TV Extensions, Renewals and Cancellations (12/19)
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Animation, Comedy, Drama, Kids, Late Night, Prime Time, Reality, Sci-Fi/Horror, Talk Shows, ABC, Cable, FX, TNT-HD, Cancellations, Renewals,
Here’s an update on the shows you will and won’t be seeing in the months to come:
CANCELLATIONS
- The Closer (TNT) – Will end after Season 7
- The Hasselhoffs (A&E) – Remaining eps could air at later time
- Stargate Universe (Syfy)
- Terriers (FX)
Click to continue reading TV Extensions, Renewals and Cancellations (12/19)
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Quote of the Day: Michelle Williams on Dawson’s Creek
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Drama, Prime Time, WB, Gossip,
"I said to a friend [that] being on Dawson's Creek was kind of like being a mobster. You set up a shop selling pizza but in the back you're laundering money. You're doing one thing in plain sight and secretly plotting something else. I was plotting my tastes, my interests, my beliefs and hopes for what I could be."
-Oscar nominee Michelle Williams on planning a career beyond the WB show.
(Make sure to check out our other notable quotes.)
Read More | PopEater
VIDEO: Lea Michele Talks Glee, Finchel and a Surprise Duet
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Comedy, Music, Prime Time, FOX, Rumors, Spoilers, Video,
After being nominated by the Golden Globes for the second year in a row, Glee’s Lea Michele is all smiles this week. Watch her in the video above as she talks about the awards season, her co-stars and what fans can expect in the upcoming Super Bowl episode.
Not to worry, Finchel fans: Lea is just as worked up about the breakup as you are. “I’m so upset about it!” She cried, admitting that’s she “devastated.”
“They’re not keeping us apart,” Michele said of the show’s writers.
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Read More | E! Online
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