Must-read from Guy Benson at Townhall: Journalists overwhelmingly support Democrats, yet many delude themselves about their own capacity for objectivity. What would be a “deeply troubling” story if its subject were a conservative magically transforms into a silly and petty
As the mainstream media trips over itself to analyze and re-analyze the Shirley Sherrod controversy, Andrew Breitbart is under fire for ostensibly unethical behavior. Andrew is more than capable of defending himself, but I wanted to offer a few quick
As the mainstream media trips over itself to analyze and re-analyze the Shirley Sherrod controversy, Andrew Breitbart is under fire for ostensibly unethical behavior. Andrew is more than capable of defending himself, but I wanted to offer a few quick
“Objection, your honor.” – Jack McCoy Law & Order devotees have subconsciously felt this moment coming for some time, but now that the axe has finally fallen, many of us are grappling with television-induced heartache. NBC confirmed Friday that it
Some people may not abhor Planned Parenthood for its past and present racism and abortion profiteering. Others may shrug at its systemic, criminal avoidance of statutory rape laws, and tawdry “sexual education” guides aimed at teenagers. But perhaps even some
In my piece over the weekend, I cited the Obama administration’s “Making Home Affordable” mortgage bailout plan as a paradigmatic example of why the public is right to distrust the federal government’s capacity to manage health care. I quoted a
Several hours into last month’s marathon health care summit, President Obama became exasperated. Republican lawmakers Rep. Paul Ryan and Sen. Jon Kyl had plainly laid out their party’s objections to his massive legislation by emphasizing a major philosophical point of
My friend Jason Mattera, Young America’s Foundation spokesman and conservative gadfly, is never afraid to speak his mind. Even if you don’t totally embrace his style, he’s thoroughly entertaining and a really great, energetic guy. What he’s not, however, is
NBC’s venerable crime procedural, “Law & Order,” has endured a fair amount of deserved criticism around here lately. Big Hollywood’s thoughtful critiques of the show’s leftward slide and irksome predictability are, sadly, valid. Like many L&O fans, I’ve been forced
We’re about midway through the current season of Top Chef, and in case you’ve missed it, here’s all you need to know: There are four clear favorites and two potential dark horses. Everyone else is dead weight, as far as
As Big Hollywood’s self-proclaimed Arrested Development Superfan, it is my sacred obligation to make fellow enthusiasts aware of The Arrested Development Documentary Project, which just recently came to my attention. The film’s website is a bit confusing, especially when it
Big news for Top Chef enthusiasts: Bravo’s spin-off series featuring celebrity chefs competing for charity debuts Wednesday night at 10pm ET. I still have a bad taste in my mouth from last season, largely due to Hosea’s undeserving triumph, so
Is your TiVo programmed to record such timeless TV classics as: The Hills, America’s Next Top Model, For the Love of Ray-J, Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Denise Richards: It’s Complicated, Rock of Love, Charm School, Daisy of Love, Bad
I caught a media screening of the new Russell Crowe flick, State of Play, in Chicago this week. It did not disappoint. The film’s trailers promise a taut, political thriller with a number of dramatic plot twists–and the movie delivers
According to the Wall Street Journal (and linked in the headlines), actor Kal Penn–known best as Kumar, a pot-smoking, fun-loving, trouble-seeking character in the profoundly stupid Harold and Kumar series–is leaving Hollywood to work in the Obama administration: Penn, best
Yes, I’m a fan of “Top Chef.” No, I won’t apologize. Season four–based here in Chicago–was outstanding, transforming Wednesday nights into ‘Padma night’ at my apartment. Sadly, the recently concluded fifth season left quite a bit to be desired. After
A few weeks ago, I offered my thoughts on the new season of 24, aiming to quell concerns that the show had ‘gone soft’ in the age of Obama. The piece highlighted the contemptible pansiness of a Lefty senator (Kurtwood
It’s creeping ever closer. I’m turning in for the night. Thanks, all. This was fun…aside from, you know, most of the actual ceremony.
His favorite actor takes home the statue.
Did anyone else catch the “joy” Anne Hathaway feigned when it was announced that Kate Winslet had beaten her for best actress? She actually mouthed an enthusiastic “yes!” upon discovering that she had lost. I think it’s classy to be
Yikes. Remember my comment about Frieda Pinto? Not applicable.
I know it’s trite to complain about the length of the Oscars, but I’m fidgety and bored. This entire production is far, far too long. The Academy Awards can (and should) be a delight to watch. Instead, I’ve been stifling
Christopher Nolan must be thinking, “what the hell does a guy have to do?”
She is simply stunning.
I saw the film yesterday, and really enjoyed it. That said, it’s getting a bit too much love tonight. I’m beginning to suspect that my NYU film student brother is right: It’s an undeserving lock for the top prize.
ABC cut out here in DC for about a minute. I knew the recession was affecting advertising, but wow…
Perhaps the greatest youtube epic fail evah.
That upbeat montage of cool stunts and effects from Bond, Batman, Indiana Jones, Iron Man etc. was a much-needed jolt of caffeine. Good line by Will Smith: Yes, these movies have actual fans. And of course, boring Button wins anyway.
Those lame “magical” antics were cringe-worthy, but funny.
She seems to be holding the attention of the men of Big Hollywood more successfully than this unending awards show.
High School Musical 3 be in the same montage with Singin’ in the Rain and Chicago? Really?
Not necessary. Please get to best supporting actor. OH WAIT, IT’S BEYONCE.
First major glitch of the night…
…and by “expert,” I mean my brother at NYU film school. He is convinced that ‘Slumdog Millionaire” will take home best picture, although he doesn’t think it deserves to win.
They still can’t resist, can they? I’ll put the over/under at 4.
With a few strokes of the (real-life) president’s pen, Guantanamo Bay was ordered shut within a year, enhanced interrogation tactics were banished as relics of a dark past, and secret CIA prisons began dropping off the map in Eastern Europe.