There’s still nine months to go until the presidential election, and we’ve already reached peak talking points. At least, that was the contention from Bill Maher in his “New Rules” editorial on Friday’s Real Time.
“It gets so dull hearing these talking points,” Maher lamented, running down a list of common complaints about the economy and other issues. “The American dream is dead because Mars bars were $1 and are now $1.25,” he noted as one example of the hyperbole he abhors.
While Maher allowed that he wouldn’t choose President Joe Biden as his partner for the Squid Game, he ran through a list of things that are going well at the moment, from the economy to home ownership to energy output.
Yet, “I know what you hacks on both sides will say before they say it,” he said.
He asked, “Is it really healthy to blame every problem on Joe Biden?...
“It gets so dull hearing these talking points,” Maher lamented, running down a list of common complaints about the economy and other issues. “The American dream is dead because Mars bars were $1 and are now $1.25,” he noted as one example of the hyperbole he abhors.
While Maher allowed that he wouldn’t choose President Joe Biden as his partner for the Squid Game, he ran through a list of things that are going well at the moment, from the economy to home ownership to energy output.
Yet, “I know what you hacks on both sides will say before they say it,” he said.
He asked, “Is it really healthy to blame every problem on Joe Biden?...
- 2/17/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix Announces Will Smith-Led Documentary Series ‘Amend: The Fight for America’ (TV News Roundup)
In today’s TV news roundup, Netflix announced the docuseries “Amend: The Fight for America,” and Peacock released a trailer for its continuation of the hit ’80s sitcom “Punky Brewster.”
Dates
Netflix announced the six-part docuseries “Amend: The Fight for America” will premiere on Feb. 17. Executive produced and hosted by Will Smith, each hour-long episode will explore American history through a lens that will have its viewers questioning what a “United States” really means. Terence Carter, Jana Babatunde-Bey, Jamal Watson, Tom Yellin, Robe Imbriano, Jonna Mclaughlin, Angus Wall, Larry Wilmore also executive produce. Watch a trailer below.
Allblk announced that their six-episode original sitcom “Millennials” will begin premiering weekly on Feb. 25. Centered on the lives of four 20-something roommates and their neighbors across the hall, the new comedy follows them navigating the chaos of being young and finding success in the city of angels. “Millennials” stars Kyle Massey, Keraun Harris,...
Dates
Netflix announced the six-part docuseries “Amend: The Fight for America” will premiere on Feb. 17. Executive produced and hosted by Will Smith, each hour-long episode will explore American history through a lens that will have its viewers questioning what a “United States” really means. Terence Carter, Jana Babatunde-Bey, Jamal Watson, Tom Yellin, Robe Imbriano, Jonna Mclaughlin, Angus Wall, Larry Wilmore also executive produce. Watch a trailer below.
Allblk announced that their six-episode original sitcom “Millennials” will begin premiering weekly on Feb. 25. Centered on the lives of four 20-something roommates and their neighbors across the hall, the new comedy follows them navigating the chaos of being young and finding success in the city of angels. “Millennials” stars Kyle Massey, Keraun Harris,...
- 2/3/2021
- by Antonio Ferme
- Variety Film + TV
In celebration of Black History Month, AMC Networks has launched its 8th annual Black History Month PSA campaign, once again partnering with the NAACP and members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Variety has learned exclusively.
The 2021 PSA series features four thematic spots that feature AMC Networks talent Colman Domingo (“Fear the Walking Dead”) and Vanessa Simmons (“Growing Up Hip Hop”); as well as CBC members and U.S. Representatives Alma Adams, G. K. Butterfield, André Carson, Hank Johnson and Lucy McBath. They were filmed remotely and virtually amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
“As we celebrate Black History Month and the 50th anniversary of the Congressional Black Caucus, AMC Networks is honored to provide a platform for our country’s leaders to share their inspiring stories,” said Josh Sapan, president and chief executive officer of AMC Networks, in a statement. “At AMC Networks, we are committed to celebrating Black history and...
The 2021 PSA series features four thematic spots that feature AMC Networks talent Colman Domingo (“Fear the Walking Dead”) and Vanessa Simmons (“Growing Up Hip Hop”); as well as CBC members and U.S. Representatives Alma Adams, G. K. Butterfield, André Carson, Hank Johnson and Lucy McBath. They were filmed remotely and virtually amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
“As we celebrate Black History Month and the 50th anniversary of the Congressional Black Caucus, AMC Networks is honored to provide a platform for our country’s leaders to share their inspiring stories,” said Josh Sapan, president and chief executive officer of AMC Networks, in a statement. “At AMC Networks, we are committed to celebrating Black history and...
- 2/1/2021
- by Mónica Marie Zorrilla
- Variety Film + TV
Managers Alexa Daniel and Gerald Lee have joined M88, a full-service representation firm founded by former WME partner Phillip Sun and Macro founder and CEO Charles D. King.
Beginning their careers in the talent department at WME, Daniel and Lee work with Michael B. Jordan, Idris Elba, Donald Glover, Naomi Scott, Riz Ahmed, Gemma Chan, Caleb McLaughlin, Sullivan Stapleton, Sabrina Dhowre Elba and Corey Calliet. Daniel and Lee also recently signed digital content creator Katie Florence, who will make her on-screen debut in the Umc streaming series “Millennials,” after launching the popular Instagram and TikTok franchise “The Kouncil.”
“I loved working with Alexa and Gerald since our time at WME. They are remarkably talented individuals and I deeply admire their drive and determination to progress our business forward,” Sun said of the new additions. “Their skillset, mentality and vision for the future of our industry are a perfect addition to our M88 team.
Beginning their careers in the talent department at WME, Daniel and Lee work with Michael B. Jordan, Idris Elba, Donald Glover, Naomi Scott, Riz Ahmed, Gemma Chan, Caleb McLaughlin, Sullivan Stapleton, Sabrina Dhowre Elba and Corey Calliet. Daniel and Lee also recently signed digital content creator Katie Florence, who will make her on-screen debut in the Umc streaming series “Millennials,” after launching the popular Instagram and TikTok franchise “The Kouncil.”
“I loved working with Alexa and Gerald since our time at WME. They are remarkably talented individuals and I deeply admire their drive and determination to progress our business forward,” Sun said of the new additions. “Their skillset, mentality and vision for the future of our industry are a perfect addition to our M88 team.
- 11/30/2020
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, HBO Max announces Kate Winslet and Priyanka Chopra Jonas as narrators for its series “A World of Calm,” and Dr. Anthony Fauci returns to “The Daily Show With Trevor Noah.”
Casting
Kate Winslet and Priyanka Chopra Jonas will join HBO Max’s “A World of Calm,” a 10-episode series that combines peaceful imagery with narration by well-known stars, launching Oct. 1. Each half-hour episode transports viewers into an immersive visual experience, complete with soothing vocals and mesmerizing music, that offers a tranquil escape from the bustle of everyday life. The series will build off of the widespread success of Calm’s Sleep Stories, relaxing bedtime tales for adults, and feature locations from outer space to the forests of Latvia. Previously announced narrators include Mahershala Ali, Idris Elba, Oscar Isaac, Nicole Kidman, Zoë Kravitz, Lucy Liu, Cillian Murphy and Keanu Reeves.
Umc has found the cast...
Casting
Kate Winslet and Priyanka Chopra Jonas will join HBO Max’s “A World of Calm,” a 10-episode series that combines peaceful imagery with narration by well-known stars, launching Oct. 1. Each half-hour episode transports viewers into an immersive visual experience, complete with soothing vocals and mesmerizing music, that offers a tranquil escape from the bustle of everyday life. The series will build off of the widespread success of Calm’s Sleep Stories, relaxing bedtime tales for adults, and feature locations from outer space to the forests of Latvia. Previously announced narrators include Mahershala Ali, Idris Elba, Oscar Isaac, Nicole Kidman, Zoë Kravitz, Lucy Liu, Cillian Murphy and Keanu Reeves.
Umc has found the cast...
- 9/21/2020
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Variety Film + TV
To support and grow the Indonesian film industry, Idn Media has acquired an independent film company, Demi Istri Production, on 12 May 2020. Demi Istri Production was founded in 2013 by Director Fajar Nugros and Producer Susanti Dewi. After the acquisition, Fajar Nugros and Susanti Dewi will join Idn Media to lead Idn Pictures.
Fajar Nugros and Susanti Dewi have been in the Indonesian film industry for a long time, producing and directing multiple films, including Cinta Brontosaurus (2013), Yowis Ben (2018 & 2019), Moammar Emka’s Jakarta Undercover (2017), and Terbang Menembus Langit ( 2018).
By launching Idn Pictures, Idn Media is committed to continuing its vision to democratize information and become a one-stop content platform for Millennials and Gen Z in Indonesia.
A film is not only a work of art, but also an impactful medium to inspire millions of Millennials and Gen Z in Indonesia. Idn Media hopes that through the films that Idn Pictures produces, it...
Fajar Nugros and Susanti Dewi have been in the Indonesian film industry for a long time, producing and directing multiple films, including Cinta Brontosaurus (2013), Yowis Ben (2018 & 2019), Moammar Emka’s Jakarta Undercover (2017), and Terbang Menembus Langit ( 2018).
By launching Idn Pictures, Idn Media is committed to continuing its vision to democratize information and become a one-stop content platform for Millennials and Gen Z in Indonesia.
A film is not only a work of art, but also an impactful medium to inspire millions of Millennials and Gen Z in Indonesia. Idn Media hopes that through the films that Idn Pictures produces, it...
- 5/20/2020
- by Rhythm Zaveri
- AsianMoviePulse
In theory a game of “Survivor” featuring only champion players should mean that the two tribes start on an even playing field, but after three episodes of “Survivor: Winners at War” it seems the Sele tribe players are on a quickly sinking ship. Plagued by a does-it-or-doesn’t-it-exist divide between “old school” and “new school” players, Sele has failed to come together to win two of the three immunity challenges in the game so far, forcing them to attend tribal council where they voted to send Natalie Anderson and Danni Boatwright to the Edge of Extinction.
Now, heading into Wednesday’s fourth episode, eight players remain at Sele: self-identified “new school” players Jeremy Collins (“Second Chances”), Ben Driebergen (“Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers”), Michele Fitzgerald (“Kaoh Rong”), Adam Klein (“Millennials vs. Gen X”) and Denise Stapley (“Philippines”) and self-identified “old school” players Rob Mariano (“Redemption Island”), Parvati Shallow (“Micronesia”) and...
Now, heading into Wednesday’s fourth episode, eight players remain at Sele: self-identified “new school” players Jeremy Collins (“Second Chances”), Ben Driebergen (“Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers”), Michele Fitzgerald (“Kaoh Rong”), Adam Klein (“Millennials vs. Gen X”) and Denise Stapley (“Philippines”) and self-identified “old school” players Rob Mariano (“Redemption Island”), Parvati Shallow (“Micronesia”) and...
- 2/24/2020
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
When “Survivor: Winners at War” premieres Wednesday, February 12 on CBS, the 20 returning champs will be divided into two tribes: red Dakal (see above) and blue Sele (see below). How the tribe designations might affect the game remains to be seen, but there are several things to note about who ended up on what beach. For starters, married couple Rob Mariano and Amber Mariano have been understandably split up — he’s on Sele, she’s on Dakal. Of course, that still may not matter when it comes to their fellow players seeing the pair as the ultimate threat.
See‘Survivor: Winners at War’ predictions video: Who will win? Who’ll be voted out first? [Watch]
Other tidbits to note about the Season 40 tribe designations:
Remember the epic feud between Sandra Diaz-Twine and Tony Vlachos in “Game Changers”? Well, we’re about to see round two as both champions are on the Dakal tribe.
See‘Survivor: Winners at War’ predictions video: Who will win? Who’ll be voted out first? [Watch]
Other tidbits to note about the Season 40 tribe designations:
Remember the epic feud between Sandra Diaz-Twine and Tony Vlachos in “Game Changers”? Well, we’re about to see round two as both champions are on the Dakal tribe.
- 2/4/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Who will win “Survivor: Winners at War,” which pits 20 former champions against each other? “I like Sarah [Lacina] the cop,” says Susan Wloszczyna, senior editor at Gold Derby in a new video discussion with senior editor Marcus James Dixon and contributing writer Kevin Jacobsen. The earliest winner in the season, Ethan Zohn, has a supporter in Jacobsen, while Dixon is pulling for two-time winner Sandra Diaz-Twine. Watch Dixon, Wloszczyna and Jacobsen predict who will win “Survivor” Season 40, who will be the first one out, and who they’re disappointed to not see in the cast in the video chat above.
SEEWho are the most notable Mia winners from the 40th season of ‘Survivor’ — and why they aren’t there
Expanding on her support for Sarah, Wloszczyna observes she is “the last woman to have won and I think it would be good that she breaks that losing streak for the female...
SEEWho are the most notable Mia winners from the 40th season of ‘Survivor’ — and why they aren’t there
Expanding on her support for Sarah, Wloszczyna observes she is “the last woman to have won and I think it would be good that she breaks that losing streak for the female...
- 1/31/2020
- by Kevin Jacobsen, Marcus James Dixon and Susan Wloszczyna
- Gold Derby
CBS reality sensation Survivor is celebrating its 40th season in style.
Appropriately titled Winners at War, the milestone season will bring 20 of the series' most legendary winners back to compete for an even bigger prize.
CBS on Wednesday confirmed all of the returning players for Season 40, premiering Wednesday, February 12 at 8/7c.
Scroll down for the full list of confirmed cast members.
- Adam Klein, 28, winner of Millennials vs. Gen-X (2016)
- Amber Mariano, 40, winner of All-Stars (2004)
- Ben Driebergen, 36, winner of Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers (2017)
- Danni Boatwright, 43, winner of Guatemala (2005)
- Denise Stapley, 48, winner of Philippines (2012)
- Ethan Zohn, 45, winner of Africa (2001)
- Jeremy Collins, 41, winner of Second Chance (2015)
- Kim Spradlin-Wolfe, 36, winner of One World (2012)
- Michele Fitzgerald, 29, winner of Kaôh Rōng (2016)
- Natalie Anderson, 33, winner of San Juan del Sur (2014)
- Nick Wilson, 28, winner of David vs. Goliath (2018)
- Parvati Shallow, 36, winner of Fans vs. Favorites (2008)
- Rob Mariano,...
Appropriately titled Winners at War, the milestone season will bring 20 of the series' most legendary winners back to compete for an even bigger prize.
CBS on Wednesday confirmed all of the returning players for Season 40, premiering Wednesday, February 12 at 8/7c.
Scroll down for the full list of confirmed cast members.
- Adam Klein, 28, winner of Millennials vs. Gen-X (2016)
- Amber Mariano, 40, winner of All-Stars (2004)
- Ben Driebergen, 36, winner of Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers (2017)
- Danni Boatwright, 43, winner of Guatemala (2005)
- Denise Stapley, 48, winner of Philippines (2012)
- Ethan Zohn, 45, winner of Africa (2001)
- Jeremy Collins, 41, winner of Second Chance (2015)
- Kim Spradlin-Wolfe, 36, winner of One World (2012)
- Michele Fitzgerald, 29, winner of Kaôh Rōng (2016)
- Natalie Anderson, 33, winner of San Juan del Sur (2014)
- Nick Wilson, 28, winner of David vs. Goliath (2018)
- Parvati Shallow, 36, winner of Fans vs. Favorites (2008)
- Rob Mariano,...
- 1/15/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The stage is officially set for Survivor‘s 20th anniversary season, which finds 20 of the CBS competition series’ most “legendary” winners returning for battle.
Though a few names had already been announced, the network on Wednesday revealed the full list of competitors coming back for Season 40, appropriately referred to as Winners at War.
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Scroll down for a complete list of previous winners returning for the milestone season, which premieres on Wednesday,...
Though a few names had already been announced, the network on Wednesday revealed the full list of competitors coming back for Season 40, appropriately referred to as Winners at War.
More from TVLineYoung Sheldon Casts Reba McEntire as [Spoiler]'s Ex-WifeTVLine Items: Dave Bautista Joins See, Survivor Anniversary Special and MoreEvil Finale Will Help Solve Puzzle of Numbers-Themed Episode Titles
Scroll down for a complete list of previous winners returning for the milestone season, which premieres on Wednesday,...
- 1/15/2020
- TVLine.com
It’s finally happening. After years of “Survivor” fans clamoring for an all-winners season, CBS made our dreams come true by announcing the cast for Season 40, dubbed “Winners at War.” From two-time champion Sandra Diaz-Twine (“Pearl Islands” and “Heroes vs. Villains”) to everyone’s favorite Bostontonian Rob Mariano (“Redemption Island”), the all-star cast is filled to the brim with the most iconic players to ever win the game. “Survivor: Winners at War” premieres Wednesday, February 12 on CBS, but you can get your first look at the 20 returning winners by clicking through our photo gallery above.
See‘Survivor: Winners at War’ cast overlooked these 18 former champions: John Cochran, Richard Hatch …
Four of the 10 female victors hail from the first 20 seasons on the air, including Sandra, Amber Brkich Mariano of “All-Stars” (Season 8), Danni Boatwright of “Guatemala” (Season 11) and Parvati Shallow of “Micronesia” (Season 16).
Following those four returnees are a trio of...
See‘Survivor: Winners at War’ cast overlooked these 18 former champions: John Cochran, Richard Hatch …
Four of the 10 female victors hail from the first 20 seasons on the air, including Sandra, Amber Brkich Mariano of “All-Stars” (Season 8), Danni Boatwright of “Guatemala” (Season 11) and Parvati Shallow of “Micronesia” (Season 16).
Following those four returnees are a trio of...
- 12/27/2019
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
When “Survivor” returns to the airwaves on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, get ready for the most epic showdown in reality TV history when 20 former champs return to compete in “Winners at War” (watch the trailer). Fans have been clamoring for this all-winners battle for years and now that it’s here, which of the former Male champions are you rooting for to win the $2 million prize? Familiarize yourselves with the Season 40 male players below and then be sure to vote in our poll.
See‘Survivor: Winners at War’ cast overlooked these 18 former champions: John Cochran, Richard Hatch …
There is slight recency bias in the male winners as only two hail from the first 20 seasons of the show: Ethan Zohn of “Africa” (Season 3) and Yul Kwon of “Cook Islands” (Season 13). Next in line is Rob Mariano of “Redemption Island” (Season 22), who just served as a mentor in the recently concluded 39th season, dubbed “Island of the Idols.
See‘Survivor: Winners at War’ cast overlooked these 18 former champions: John Cochran, Richard Hatch …
There is slight recency bias in the male winners as only two hail from the first 20 seasons of the show: Ethan Zohn of “Africa” (Season 3) and Yul Kwon of “Cook Islands” (Season 13). Next in line is Rob Mariano of “Redemption Island” (Season 22), who just served as a mentor in the recently concluded 39th season, dubbed “Island of the Idols.
- 12/27/2019
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
They’re baaack! At least, 20 of them are. CBS has released the first trailer for “Survivor” Season 40, which features the highly anticipated return of 20 previous champs. Dubbed “Survivor: Winners at War,” this new season premieres Wednesday, February 12, 2020. Get ready to freak out by watching the preview trailer above, which teases a new “fire tokens” twist as well as the return of Edge of Extinction.
Unlike all other seasons of the reality TV show, “Winners at War” will offer a much bigger cash prize: $2 million! Of course, the title of “ultimate winner” may mean even more to some of these folks than any cash amount. Jeff Probst will host this 20th anniversary installment, just as he has every single episode so far. The official trailer made its debut during Wednesday’s finale of “Survivor: Island of the Idols.”
SEE46% of ‘Survivor’ fans wanted Janet Carbin to win ‘Island of the Idols’ — Sorry,...
Unlike all other seasons of the reality TV show, “Winners at War” will offer a much bigger cash prize: $2 million! Of course, the title of “ultimate winner” may mean even more to some of these folks than any cash amount. Jeff Probst will host this 20th anniversary installment, just as he has every single episode so far. The official trailer made its debut during Wednesday’s finale of “Survivor: Island of the Idols.”
SEE46% of ‘Survivor’ fans wanted Janet Carbin to win ‘Island of the Idols’ — Sorry,...
- 12/19/2019
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
More than 35 years after the release of Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial,” the lovable alien is returning to the screen in a special commercial that begins airing this Thanksgiving.
In the spot, E.T. travels to Earth to reunite with a grown-up Elliott and his new family. Henry Thomas, the actor who originally played Elliott in the 1982 film, is now a married 40-something father of two.
“You came back. My son, my family,” Thomas says to E.T. as he introduces his friend to his family and welcomes him into their home. “A lot has changed since you were here.”
Also Read: Millennials Watch 'Et: The Extra-Terrestrial' and Get All Sorts of Feels
The cute commercial is an ad for Xfinity and Sky alongside Comcast/NBCUniversal, and it shows E.T. now tinkering with an Xfinity powered tablet, wearing a Vr headset and the whole family sitting down to watch...
In the spot, E.T. travels to Earth to reunite with a grown-up Elliott and his new family. Henry Thomas, the actor who originally played Elliott in the 1982 film, is now a married 40-something father of two.
“You came back. My son, my family,” Thomas says to E.T. as he introduces his friend to his family and welcomes him into their home. “A lot has changed since you were here.”
Also Read: Millennials Watch 'Et: The Extra-Terrestrial' and Get All Sorts of Feels
The cute commercial is an ad for Xfinity and Sky alongside Comcast/NBCUniversal, and it shows E.T. now tinkering with an Xfinity powered tablet, wearing a Vr headset and the whole family sitting down to watch...
- 11/28/2019
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
As Latin urban music continues to pervade the contemporary pop stratosphere — with the commercial growth of reggaeton and trap en español outpacing that of any other genre — it’s worth noting that regional Mexican music is also gaining speed. While it is true that the south-of-the-border genre has remained an enduring force within Spanish-speaking communities between the U.S. and Mexico for decades, its impact is arguably much bigger than what today’s Latin pop charts reflect.
“Through new forms of technology and social media, [regional Mexican music] is reaching unprecedented places. It...
“Through new forms of technology and social media, [regional Mexican music] is reaching unprecedented places. It...
- 5/15/2019
- by Isabela Raygoza
- Rollingstone.com
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