Inexplicably, genuine romantic comedies have nearly vanished from movie studio slates. In 2009, seven of the 50 highest-grossing films in North America were rom coms, but by 2017, zero were released at the studio level. Modern audiences who are tapped into the current app-dating culture are not buying the formulaic romantic comedies where courtship simply leads to marriage. However, modernized and diverse romcoms ARE appearing at the independent film level, where they have found success.
The 28th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards® Viewing Party with Netflix's Queer Eye Fab Five: Bobby Berk, Tan France, Karamo, Antoni Porowski and Jonathan Van Ness raised over $6.4 million for the global effort to end AIDS. The gala, which took place on Sunday, February 9 at West Hollywood Park in Los Angeles was generously supported by Presenting Sponsors IMDb, Walmart and Neuro Drinks and the Event Hosts Heidi Klum, Diane Lane, Eric McCormack and Billy Porter.
Every once in a blue moon a a?oeBest of Sketcha?? show comes to town to delight audiences with its wild characters and only-seen-once-before sketch comedy genius. Come see what the brilliant cast of Groundlings and alumni unearth for this special four-week run when Groundlings Mix Tape comes to The Groundlings Theatre next month.
Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club at The LINQ Promenade will introduce new programming in December 2019 including special events and limited engagements such as L8NITE and Jill Kimmel Live.
Kent Skov's L.A. Connection Comedy Theatre (LAC) continues its popular celebration of the incoming new year, which has been sold out every year for the past 25 years, with two shows featuring an all-star troupe of improv players. This will be the fourth New Year's Eve in the new Burbank theatre.
The holiday season can be expensive! According to a Gallup study, American adults are projected to spend approximately $920 on gifts per person. In the midst of gift giving season, IMDb TV offers FREE entertainment with thousands of premium movies and TV shows available anytime at no cost and with half the ads of cable TV! Here are some ways viewers can enjoy free entertainment in December:
Hollywood is no stranger to stories of the unexplained being played out on the big screen. But behind the scenes, some celebrities experience encounters with the unknown that are all too real. In the new Travel Channel series “Famously Afraid,” stars tell their terrifying, true tales of coming face-to-face with unexplained phenomena. From haunted houses to real UFO sightings, to demonic possessions and beyond, these stories show that even celebrities can get spooked. “Famously Afraid” premieres Tuesday, November 5 at 10 p.m. ET/PT, only on Travel Channel.
Just ending its very successful, unprecedented fourteen-month run this past Sunday, Michael Leoni's FAMOUS will be looking to conquer another medium - film. Michael Leoni, a multi-media writer/director, has always envisioned his creations to be presented in both mediums of stage and film. Got to catch up with Michael again after my initial interview with him on his ELEVATOR, and reviewing FAMOUS last year.
You don't need a treasure map to find the most entertaining sketch and improv comedy in town. The Groundlings' latest show,Groundlings Treasure Hunters, is what you've been searching for. Join the legendary Groundlings Theatre troupe for their latest, greatest and always hilarious main stage show.
The Groundlings Sunday Company is returning to the stage with a brand-new show on August 4: Sundays of Our Lives. Love stories, family troubles and suspenseful adventures embroil the denizens of the Sunday Company in every form of comedy. It's a fun cast, brimming with new talent from the top level of The Groundlings School. The show will run every Sunday from now until October 27 and tickets are $16.
The fifth annual Mammoth Lakes Film Festival (MLFF), taking place May 22 through 26, is pleased to announce this year's Sierra Spirit Award honoree and Closing Night film.
Jason Momoa, who rocketed to superstardom in Justice League and Aquaman, Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings, “Stranger Things 2”), Chris Kattan (“Saturday Night Live,” A Night at the Roxbury) and Ernie Hudson (Ghostbusters, “Desperate Housewives”) are among the top celebrities scheduled to attend the seventh annual Wizard World St.Louis, April 5-7, at America's Center.
Court is now in session. Representing laughter, fun and good times are Groundlings & Groundlings, Attorneys at Law. No objections here, the Groundlings are going to have you laughing all night with their always original and hilarious sketch and improv acts.
Jason Momoa, who rocketed to superstardom in Justice League (2017) and Aquaman (in theaters now), will attend Wizard World Cleveland on Saturday, March 9, at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and Wizard World St. Louis on Saturday, April 6, at America's Center. At both venues, Momoa will greet fans, sign autographs and pose for photo ops.
The Groundlings are kicking off the new year with a blast from the past with two new shows to get aroused and excited about. The Goundlings Sunday Company's latest show, "Boogie Sundays," will be brimming with stellar new talent from the top level of the Groundlings School. The show will run every Sunday from now until April 27th and tickets are $16.
Court is now in session. Representing laughter, fun and good times are Groundlings & Groundlings, Attorneys at Law. No objections here, the Groundlings are going to have you laughing all night with their always original and hilarious sketch and improv acts.
Jimmy Fallon reunites with Horatio Sanz, Chris Kattan and Tracy Morgan to perform their SNL holiday classic 'I Wish It Was Christmas Today,' with special guest Ariana Grande.
This holiday season the always merry Groundlings are spreading cheer once again with their latest and greatest Groundlings Holiday Show! Yule surely be laughing all night long with these holly, jolly original sketches. As a very special gift to audiences, the final two weekends of the show are dubbed the Groundlings Holiday Show: Improv Edition, featuring a stellar cast of current Groundlings, Alumni and Special Guests performing the most festive improv show of the season.
Laugh your way into 2019 with the Groundlings as they present this year's Groundlings New Year's Eve Spectacular! With a hilarious show, delectable treats, and a special champagne toast, you're not going to want to miss this celebration.
Kent Skov's L.A. Connection Comedy Theatre (LAC) continues its popular celebration of the incoming new year, which has been sold out every year for the past 26 years, with two shows featuring an all-star troupe of improv players. This will be the third New Year's Eve in the new Burbank theatre.
