Coming in on the heels of LOST fanaticism, and hoping to mine the psychological (and campy) possibilities of The Prisoner, which were left abused and untapped by the recent reworking, NBC's Persons Unknown is an effort which defies categorization. This is not because it somehow doesn't fit into any number of categories, but because to put it in any of them is insulting. Much like LOST, the … [Read more...]
I've been doing my best to talk up GetGlue and AdaptiveBlue for about as long as Are You Screening? has existed. Unfortunately, GetGlue has long been one of those things that I love in theory, but in actual practice find myself using far less than I would wish. Like most things that have to do with social networks, GetGlue would take thousands of words to explain, but is nevertheless quite … [Read more...]
Back in 1997 shows like Hercules and Xena were sinking their hooks into a market many people were surprised to discover existed. Riding the wave of popularity was The New Adventures of Robin Hood, a show that held nothing back in terms of cheesy plots and low-budget action. Rather than making every effort to overcome the fact that fantasy situations and settings can eat up a lot of your budget, … [Read more...]
Some things actually get you to mark your calendar. One of those things has just been announced, and not only is the Blu-Ray release of the Back to the Future trilogy worthy news on its own, the 25th Anniversary release is going to be loaded with great extras. October 26th is the date. Make note of it now. As surprising as it may seem, I'm not the sort of guy who is moved to own every movie … [Read more...]
A&E's compulsion-focused Obsessed, and close relatives Intervention and Hoarders, take viewers further down an uncomfortable road than anything else on television. The first season rode high on a wave of critical acclaim, and the second season looks just as good. Season Two kicks off with Cindee & Graham. Cindee compulsively exercises, and Graham fears contamination which results in … [Read more...]
Seth MacFarlane's Family Guy is arguably a television classic already, and the show's DVD releases are as fueled by an appreciation for fans as the continuing efforts of the show itself. A quick glance at the back cover may not lead one to believe that the the DVD set is overloaded with special features, and it isn't exactly, but the bonus value is extremely high. Commentary tracks and "not safe … [Read more...]
Early next year, the past will really make its way to the future, as a hero popularized through a radio show makes it to the big screen. January 14th, 2011 will see The Green Hornet hitting theaters, and will not only give you an action film decades in the making, but will test the limits of heroic casting efforts by putting Seth Rogen in the crosshairs. As someone who has actually listened to … [Read more...]
The more ABC Family moves to corner the market on a "Young Adult" niche, the more I seem to like it. Such titles as the soon to return Make It Or Break It, new effort Pretty Little Liars, and The Secret Life of the American Teenager aim at something that is otherwise underexplored. Though certainly not the best efforts television has ever known, and squarely in the guilty pleasure category for … [Read more...]
I'm not usually one for jumping on the trailer/new image bandwagon. I may put up my share, but I try to throw things at you that aren't necessarily going to turn up at absolutely every other website on Earth. But, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader is The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, and no matter what they say, you're only twelve once. First, here's the synopsis- This time around – Edmund and … [Read more...]
You may have heard me mention Neighborgoods.net before, and I would have told you more about it sooner, but the truth is that I'm rather lazy (and a little busy). The brainchild of Twitter Star and LA Derby Doll Micki Krimmel (@mickipedia), NeighborGoods is a social website that allows you to share and/or rent stuff you have and/or need. I'm reminding you again, because I just happened to find … [Read more...]
The App market is booming, and now APPNATION has been announced and they're looking for speakers! Ready for an expo devoted to Apps? Here it comes. Want to be a part of it? First International Executive Conference and Exposition From Digital Industry Veteran and Former ad:tech Chairman Drew Ianni Keynotes Include App Pioneers Ilja Laurs, CEO of GetJar; Smule Co-Founder and Chief Creative … [Read more...]
The Expendables, not surprisingly entrenched already in its love/hate position for many a movie-goer, has a new red band clip, a newish trailer, and a few more images, plus an interactive quiz so that you can determine which Expendable you are. At worst, it's bound to deliver some high-octane fun, but do you think you're going to like it? Check out the clip and trailer, and let me … [Read more...]
Janeane Garofalo brings her comedic observations to a one-hour special premiering Saturday, June 26 at 10:00 pm EDT on the multiplatform premium entertainment service, EPIX. Featuring Garofalo’s unique insights and hilarious riffs on life, culture and politics, the performance was filmed live in front of a sold-out audience at Seattle’s legendary Moore Theatre. The television and film … [Read more...]
We're all familiar with the idea that movies require us to suspend disbelief to one degree or another, and when the trailer and synopsis for something like The Book of Eli gets us in the door, we have a pretty good idea where we are. As the first few minutes roll by in something like The Road Warrior, The Matrix, or maybe even A Boy and His Dog, certain things clue us in to the fact that we … [Read more...]
The Travel Channel is premiering a new series tonight, and Bert the Conqueror looks like a lot of fun. In Travel Channel's normal niche style, Bert Kreischer travels the country "conquering" extreme rides, unique competitions, and just about anything an adrenaline junky might gravitate toward. You might get the idea that this is just another excuse to showcase roller coasters, but that's not … [Read more...]
If you've seen the trailers for Despicable Me, you've probably got a few glimpses of the minions. Want to know what they're saying? Well, there's an App for that. When you go to see Despicable Me in theaters starting July 9, Best Buy wants you to keep your cell phone on! In partnership with Universal Pictures, Best Buy has launched the first ever “movie-enhancing” cell phone … [Read more...]
