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Some of the best comedy provocatively pushes the envelope, and when done well, it can allow us to not take life too seriously. But sometimes it can go really wrong, and feel less like a keen observation and more just mean-spirited. There is a thin line that certain comedic movies walk between hilarious and offensive. As Tropic Thunder, with all its controversies, hits the theaters, I was reminded Read more
Ensemble romantic comedies are a dime a dozen these days, and let's face it: most of those star-studded flicks aren't even that good. But an ensemble superhero movie? Now that's an idea I can get behind. The Avengers rounds up an all-star group of comic book heroes who must get over their inflated egos and differences to take down a villain and save the world. It's a simple enough concept, and Read more
We're this close to final rounds on The Voice; can you feel the energy? But first, we're gonna need to cut down the contestant pool by about 50 percent. This week, the remaining eight contestants (two from each judge's team) gave what might be their final performances to battle for a spot in next week's finale. In case you're as confused as I am, the contestants will either be staying or going Read more
It's hard not to become giddy when talking about Julie Andrews. The legendary actress's career spans more than 50 years, with multiple generations of families still enjoying her library of work together — from Mary Poppins to The Princess Diaries. What many people don't know is that the 76-year-old Academy Award winner is also the coauthor — with her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton — of more Read more
Notice your local sports bar's resurgence in popularity? Baseball season is back, and this year, resolve to follow your hometown players from the beginning. Stay up-to-date on every game, player injury, and even your fantasy team standings by keeping these four apps at the ready on your phone. MLB at Bat ($15) — The app itself is free, but to actually access audio broadcasts and video Read more
"Where's my book?" In the two years since Brad Meltzer released Heroes For My Son, that's what the New York Times best-selling author has heard over and over from his daughter. Now, just a month before Mother's Day, Brad reaches out to his daughter and mothers everywhere with Heroes For My Daughter. In his new book, the father of three profiles 56 people who he believes are worthy of the hero Read more
Almost four years after Sarah Palin told Katie Couric she couldn't recall the specific newspapers she reads, the two are going head to head again. This morning, Sarah and Katie are hosting rival morning shows. Liberal-media critic Sarah is this morning's guest host on NBC's Today, while longtime Today show host Katie is cohosting ABC's Good Morning America all week. No, this is not a leftover Read more
8:00 Shark Tank (repeat) 9:00 What Would You Do? (new) 10:00 20/20 (new) 11:35 Nightline (new) 12:00 Jimmy Kimmel Live (repeat, with guests Jonah Hill and Busy Philipps) 8:00 Undercover Boss (new) 9:00 CSI: NY (new) 10:00 Blue Bloods (new) 11:35 Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guest Megan Mullally) 12:37 The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson (new, with guests Sean Hayes and John Read more
The Hunger Games stars Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, and Alexander Ludwig teamed up for an appearance on The Marilyn Denis Show in Toronto this morning. Josh and Liam are back in North America following a string of premieres in Europe. Jennifer Lawrence and Elizabeth Banks joined Josh and Liam in London, Paris, and Berlin, but for the latest stop, Canadian-born Alexander, who plays a tribute Read more
Ewan McGregor and Emily Blunt teamed up for the premiere of their film Salmon Fishing in the Yemen last night at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood. Emily paired a tea-length Naeem Khan dress with Chopard jewels at the debut while Ewan suited up in Dolce & Gabbana. Her husband, John Krasinski, wasn't on hand to pose for pictures with her, but Ewan's wife Eve Mavrakis joined him on Read more
