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Swords, Sex, and Sorcery in the Camelot Trailer

Lauren Bradshaw — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 04:30:00 PST

Well, this certainly isn't anything like the musical version of Camelot. Starz has just revealed the trailer for its upcoming spin on the story of Arthur, which is definitely darker than what you may expect. Debuting April 1, the series boasts an impressive lineup of stars led by the Twilight saga's Jamie Campbell Bower as the young king. Also appearing: Joseph Fiennes as Merlin and Eva Green as Arthur's half sister Morgan, who will stop at nothing to claim the throne for herself - even if it includes black magic.

Do I have your interest yet? If not, how's this: young Arthur on a beach, getting hot and heavy with Guinevere (Tamsin Egerton). Yup, there's some sexy time in the midst of all that swordplay, so find out if the series is worth your time after the jump.

Link Time - Daniel Craig to Star in Dragon Tattoo?

BuzzSugar — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 13:30:00 PDT

Daniel Craig is nearing a deal to play the lead in The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo - The Wrap
How to throw a "Bachelorette" party - CasaSugar
Olivia Munn tries out for The Daily Show - Jezebel
Joseph Fiennes and Eva Green have joined Starz's new series Camelot - TV Squad
Vampire Weekend was not inspired by Twilight - Vulture
Will Forte will make a guest appearance on Parks and Rec - Ausiello Files
Jason Bateman and Dustin Hoffman pucker up - The Frisky
'90s Nickelodeon stars: where are they now? - Flavorwire
Check out the creepy new poster for Buried - MTV Movies Blog

FlashForward Series Premiere Breakdown

BuzzSugar — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:30:55 PDT

So, did you guys catch FlashForward this week? Even though I had already seen the pilot (OK, I saw it twice), I still tuned in to refresh my memory. No surprises here - I caught a few nuances that I had missed the first time around, and I can already tell that this may be the kind of show that requires a second viewing. (This should be a familiar routine for all you Lost fans out there). Speaking of Lost, did anyone else notice the billboard for Oceanic airlines?

Even if you paid attention, it can be a bit confusing to keep track of who's who in new pilots, so I've broken it all down for you. Check it out and then let's discuss what you thought of the episode! To see what I thought, just

read more. Mark Benford: Played by Joseph Fiennes, Mark is an FBI agent, loving husband and father, and alcoholic. He's immediately obsessed with getting to the bottom of what caused the flashforwards after viewing his own. He sees himself agonizing over the case and drinking from a flask. Mark knows that if he falls off the wagon, his wife Olivia will leave him, so it's not surprising that he's determined to do whatever he can to prevent his vision from becoming a reality. Biggest question for Mark: can he stop his flashforward from happening? Olivia Benford: Played by Lost's Sonya Walger, Olivia is Mark's wife. She's a doctor with a cheeky sense of humor (which includes sending her husband faux insults via text and post-it). Olivia's flashforward is one of the more upsetting of the bunch: she sees herself with a man named Lloyd Simcoe. Later in the episode we learn that Lloyd is the father of one of Olivia's patients who is admitted to the hospital after the blackout. Biggest question for Olivia: does Mark drive her away, or does she become an unfaithful wife? Bryce Varley: One of Olivia's fellow doctors, Bryce is contemplating suicide when the blackout occurs. After seeing his vision, he has a brand new outlook on life and heads back to the hospital rejuvenated. He considers his vision to be a gift from God. Biggest question for Bryce: is simply believing in happiness the only push he needed? Nicole Kirby: First of all, I can't believe it took me three viewings to realize that Nicole is none other than Jane Sterling on Mad Men! (Seeing those actors out of their '60s garb can be really jarring.) Anyway, we don't know much about Nicole yet, just that she's a babysitter who was caught lying down on the job (get it?! Heh). Unlike Bryce, Nicole thinks the flashforwards aren't a gift from God, but a punishment. Biggest question for Nicole: what has she done that warrants a punishment? Aaron Stark: Aaron's an electrician by trade, but he's also got a very important job as Mark's AA sponsor and friend. After two years, he's still grieving for his daughter Tracy, who died in the war in Afghanistan. Mark's flashforward is one of the most hopeful: he sees a reunion with his daughter, who is actually alive and well. Biggest question for Aaron: could his daughter really be alive? Demetri Noh: Played by John Cho, Demetri is Mark's FBI partner. He's still relatively new to the job and seems more preoccupied with what song he'll be dancing to at his upcoming wedding. Demetri's vision is perhaps the most mysterious of all: he sees nothing. Biggest question for Demetri: is he going to be dead in six months? Other general questions: How did Lloyd Simcoe's son know Olivia's name? What is up with that kangaroo? Was the blackout caused by a natural disaster, or is someone behind it all? What role will Dominic Monaghan play in all this? Who was that guy at the end and why is he walking around in Detroit? We've only scratched the surface, and now I'm dying to hear how you all felt about the series premiere! Photos copyright 2009ABC, Inc.

2009 Comic-Con: Joseph Fiennes, Dominic Monaghan and ABC's Flash Forward

BuzzSugar — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:30:53 PDT

I have to say, ABC's upcoming Fall show Flash Forward looks really compelling. From the few scenes I got to watch and the discussion at today's Comic-Con panel, I'm pretty much sold on this show already. And it's not just because Joseph Fiennes is very handsome, nor is it because Dominic Monaghan is on the show and made an appearance (which he did!). Really, it's not.

The series begins on an average day that soon turns unusual when everyone in the world blacks out at the same time. During this time, of course, initial damage is done (people driving while they black out get into accidents, etc.) and everyone "flashes forward" in his/her mind, seeing images of what life is like six months in the future. Then the action resumes in "present day" and the season progresses episode by episode until we "catch up" with the future that everyone has glimpsed. Thus, the question becomes: If you know what happens in the future, would you (and could you) try to change it?

Because it's ABC and it's a mysterious show that is even titled Flash Forward, many have called it a companion series to Lost, though the show is actually based on a novel by Robert Sawyer. Appropriately, though, the panel today was moderated by Entertainment Weekly's resident Lost guy, Jeff "Doc" Jensen. Panelists included the show creator David Goyer (writer of Batman Begins), a couple of producers, and actors Joseph Fiennes, John Cho, Courtney B. Vance, Christine Woods and, briefly, Dominic Monaghan. To check out some of my initial thoughts on Flash Forward,

Buzz News Roundup, 12/5

BuzzSugar — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 13:30:32 PST

Florence Henderson will play Christina Applegate's grandma on Samantha Who? - Entertainment Weekly
Jay Baruchel is negotiating to play the title role in The Sorcerer's Apprentice. - ComingSoon
Russell Brand is developing - and may star in - a remake of the 1981 comedy Arthur, while Fox is planning a remake of the 1984 adventure story, Romancing the Stone. - The Hollywood Reporter
Guitarist Joe Satriani is suing Coldplay for plagiarism. - Billboard
Amy Adams will star in a film adaptation of the book The 10 Best Days of My Life, about a woman who must list her 10 best days in heaven. - Variety
Joseph Fiennes and John Cho are in negotiations for ABC's Flash Forward, which will possibly be paired with Lost. - The Hollywood Reporter
The Dark Knight will be re-released in theaters and IMAX on Jan. 23. - ComingSoon
Some details on the post-Super Bowl episode of The Office. - TV Week

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Nip/Tuck Creator's Latest Project Stalls Out

BuzzSugar — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:34:17 PDT

It's been nearly a year since we heard the first buzz about Nip/Tuck co-creator Ryan Murphy's latest project. It was supposed to be a drama for FX about a man who realizes he's a transsexual, with Brad Pitt among its producers.

FX's president reportedly bought the pitch for the show immediately upon hearing it, and Murphy had plans for at least four seasons, with the first focusing on his main character's realization, the second on his transition to being a woman, and so forth. The cast was strong - Joseph Fiennes in the lead role, Carrie-Ann Moss as his wife - and the show seemed like just the sort of edgy fare FX has become known for.

But somehow, the show - which was named Pretty/Handsome (Murphy sure does like his slashes in titles, no?) - has stalled. Though the pilot was produced, FX passed on the show this Spring, and nobody else seems to want it.

Without seeing the whole pilot, it's impossible to know why exactly the show didn't make it. But it's interesting to think about - especially after watching some preview clips (which you can check out after the jump). I would love to see a show really challenge our perceptions of gender. Could this have been the one to do it? Or did it just not hit the mark?

I'm curious to know if this sounds like a show you would have been interested in watching. To check out the preview, just