FLASH FRIDAY: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Splashes Back
by Pat Cerasaro
- Jul 7, 2012
Slipping and sliding back into Fathom-equipped movie theaters nationwide for one night only on July 12 in honor of its sixtieth anniversary, the iconic and legendary 1952 movie musical masterpiece SINGIN' IN THE RAIN makes its grand return to the silver screen in a brand new HD remastering that any movie musical fan, film fanatic or Broadway baby will definitely want to see first hand. A special event presented by Turner Classic Movies - also featuring an exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary hosted by Robert Osborne and featuring original film star Debbie Reynolds - the July 12 showing of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is one more enduring entry in a continuing series of classic releases shown in HD for the first time in Fathom-equipped movie theaters across the country prior to their release on Blu-ray - past highlighted films have included SCARFACE, WEST SIDE STORY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, CASABLANCA and many more. So, in celebration of SINGIN' IN THE RAIN splashing its way back to cinemas next week, today we are going to take a look back at some of the most well-known and best-loved scenes from the film - boasting a star-studded cast led by Gene Kelly, Donald O'Conner and Debbie Reynolds; directed by Kelly and Stanley Donen, with songs by Nacio Herb Brown and movie musical magnate Arthur Freed - as well as partake in the many famous and infamous homages paying tribute to the rightly well-regarded movie musical gem over the years. Gene Kelly to Gwyneth Paltrow to Kurt Browning to Usher; GLEE to THE MUPPET SHOW to FAMILY GUY; A CLOCKWORK ORANGE to FAME to SPAMALOT and far, far beyond; this retrospective look at one of the most important and influential - and just plain fun - American movie musicals ever produced certainly has it all; and then some! Ain't it great to stay up late?
Jon Favreau to Return as Actor for IRON MAN 3
by Caryn Robbins
- May 25, 2012
E!online reports that Jon Favreau will give up his director's hat for the upcoming sequel IRON MAN 3 and instead appear in an acting capacity. The actor will reprise his role as Tony Stark's bodyguard, Happy Hogan in the film.
Museum of the Moving Image Presents Wes Anderson Retrospective, Now thru 5/27
by Movies News Desk
- May 18, 2012
American director Wes Anderson has built colorful, beautifully realized worlds in his seven feature films, from his stunning debut Bottle Rocket to his latest Cannes Film Festival opening feature, Moonrise Kingdom. From today, May 18 through 27, 2012, Museum of the Moving Image will present a Wes Anderson retrospective including all of his features and the short Hotel Chevalier, as well as a special screening of Orson Welles's The Magnificent Ambersons-a film that inspired Anderson. Each screening in the series will open with a personal video introduction by Wes Anderson.
Jessica Chastain Pulls Out of IRON MAN 3
by Caryn Robbins
- May 8, 2012
According to E! Online, The Help's Jessica Chastain will no longer appear in the third installment of the IRON MAN movie franchise. The actress was set to portray a 'sexy scientist' that goes up against Gwyneth Paltrow's character in a competition to win the heart of Iron Man.
Photos and Audio: Tonight on GLEE- MY FAIR LADY, THE BOY FROM OZ, and More!
by Nicole Rosky
- May 1, 2012
Tonight on GLEE, Kurt and Rachel finally get to audition for NYADA and Whoopi Goldberg guest stars! The full episode airs 5/1 on FOX. Check out photos and full audio tracks from the episode below, which include 'Cell Block Tango,' 'Shake It Out,' 'School's Out,' 'The Rain in Spain,' 'Not the Boy Next Door' and more!
AUDIO: GLEE Tackles MY FAIR LADY, THE BOY FROM OZ, and More Next Week!
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 27, 2012
Next week on GLEE, Kurt and Rachel finally get to audition for NYADA - the promo trailer below drops a heavy hint than everything will not run smoothly! The full episode airs 5/1 on FOX. Check out full audio tracks from the episode below, which include 'Cell Block Tango,' 'Shake It Out,' 'School's Out,' 'The Rain in Spain,' 'Not the Boy Next Store' and more!
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peak of 'School's Out' on GLEE!
by Sally Henry Fuller
- Apr 27, 2012
In next week's GLEE episode, Puck (Mark Salling) and the rest of the cast sing Alice Cooper's rebellious classic 'School's Out.' This episode will air on May 1 at 8/7c.
Gwyneth Paltrow in Talks to Star in FINDING NEVERLAND Musical?
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 27, 2012
The Daily Mail's Baz Bamigboye today reports that Gwyneth Paltrow has been offered a role in the musical version of FINDING NEVERLAND, which will play Leicester's Curve Theatre in September 2012. Paltrow would play 'Sylvia Llewelyn Davies', whose children inspired J.M. Barrie to write Peter Pan. Julian Overden is currently set to lead the production, which will be directed and choreographed by Rob Ashford.
'Edge of Glory' Among Set List For GLEE Season Finale
by Caryn Robbins
- Apr 26, 2012
TVLine.com has revealed a parital set list for the May 15th GLEE season finale. In the episode, the Glee club competes at the Nationals Competition. According to the report, the all-female group, The Troubletones will perform a cover of Lady Gaga's hit song 'Edge of Glory'.
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Lifetime's THE CONVERSATION WITH AMANDA de CADENET, Premiering Tonight
by TV News Desk
- Apr 26, 2012
Let The Conversation begin... Lifetime's all-new series THE CONVERSATION WITH AMANDA de CADENET, a refreshing and intimate take on celebrity interviews hosted by British television personality and renowned photographer Amanda de Cadenet and executive produced by Demi Moore and de Cadenet, will premiere tonight, April 26, at 11:00pm ET/PT. The hour-long program created by de Cadenet marks her U.S. television debut.
STAGE TUBE: President Obama 'Slow Jams the News' on JIMMY FALLON
by Caryn Robbins
- Apr 25, 2012
President Barack Obama made his first appearance on NBC's LATE NIGHT WITH Jimmy Fallon last night. The special broadcast was taped from the campus of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on Tuesday to air that same night. On the show, the President helped the show's host 'Slow Jam the News'. Watch the jam session below!
President Obama Makes First Guest Appearance on JIMMY FALLON Tonight
by TV News Desk
- Apr 24, 2012
President Barack Obama will make his first appearance on NBC's LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON tonight, April 24 (12:35 a.m. ET). The special broadcast will be taped from the campus of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on Tuesday to air that same night.
Photos and Audio: Tonight on GLEE- Whitney Houston Tribute!
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 24, 2012
Tonight on GLEE, the glee club pays homage to a true icon when they cover Whitney Houston's greatest hits. Meanwhile, Emma and Will are one step closer to their dream wedding in the all-new 'Dance with Somebody' episode of GLEE airing Tuesday, April 24 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. Check out phosts and full audio clips from the episode below!
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