Live-Blogging the Golden Globes, pt 2

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January 11, 2009

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(This may or may not post. Great timing for a software glitch. Thanks GoDaddy!)

Here are the stars from two shows that aren’t nominated! They must love presenting.

Ok, Rumer Willis. No comment.

Best Supporting Actor, Series/Miniseries, etc.:
NPH, HIMYM (acronyms are so ’09)
D Leary
J Piven (Mercury Boy)
Blair Underwood
T Wilkinson

Winner: Tom Wilkinson. I should have known; Lisa said “of course he’s going to win.” I’m opinionated but rarely right.

So far, Brits: 2, Americans: 1.

Is he drunk already?

Will this be another John Adams sweep tonight?

Best Supporting Actress, Series/Miniseries blah blah blah:
E Atkins
L Dern
M George (NOT enjoying her on Greys)
R Griffiths (my choice)
D Wiest

Winner: Laura Dern

Well, she was amazing as the crazy voting lady.

Sidenote: I went to college with Ben Harper’s brothers. Very nice and sweet. His grandparents ran an amazing music store in Claremont, CA.

…back in a minute.

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Live-Blogging the Golden Globes, pt 1

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January 11, 2009

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Watching the entertainment reporters talk to the stars on the red carpet is excruciating, especially when they ask about nominations that don’t exist. Seriously, DO YOUR HOMEWORK.

I watched the ‘pre-game’ show, and I only have one thing to say: WOW, Kate Winslet. That is all.

I’ve been to that ballroom! This is the fun awards show; stars are getting sloshed.

Hi, JLo. What’s relevant with you? Nice to see

Best Supporting Actress: Film
Amy Adams
P Cruz
Viola Davis
M Tomei
Kate Winslet

WINNER: Kate Winslet!!! YES. Thank you.

Well the evening has started off right. Of course I haven’t seen any of the films these women were nominated for (yet), but obviously I am an unabashed Winslet fan.

Has she ever looked better?

Oh look, Sting – who is NOT nominated (tsk tsk, NBC).

Best Original Song: Film
P Gabriel (Wall E)
J Cullum (Gran Torino)
M Cyrus (Bolt)…I just threw up a little
Beyonce (Cadillac Records)
B Springsteen (The Wrestler)

WINNER: Springsteen

Who can beat The Boss? No one. Even if the competition was Best Apple Pie.

Mickey Rourke flat out scares me. And I’ve lived in Oakland.

(pause for posting during commercials; will post during every commercial break. thanks for tuning in!)

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Seriously? Grey’s Anatomy for Wii (But Not For Me)

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January 8, 2009

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I have been a fan of Grey’s Anatomy since day one, but am openly disgruntled with the current season. So I am finding it hard to fathom the desire to spend an afternoon wielding a Wii remote as McDreamy.

    

 

Ubisoft has created Grey’s Anatomy: The Video Game for the PC, Nintendo DS & Wii. It is slated to be released in March.

Naturally, I have a few sarcastic and rhetorical questions in response:

  • Will all of the female characters be able to have virtual relations with Ghost Denny?
  • Will Ubisoft seek advice from an unknown source at ABC and create a barrier preventing Hahn’s avatar from interacting with Callie’s?
  • Will Alex’s face be permanently set in scowl mode?
  • Will we have the option to kill off characters when they leave the show in ‘real life,’ and will there be an upgrade available after each season to add avatars for spectacularly attractive new cast members?
  • Will there be a verbal bitch-slap function, and will it be assigned to The Chief and Dr. Bailey?

Just checking.

- Griping, grouchy, grumpy Grey’s fan…party of one

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Move & Improve: Scrubs

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January 6, 2009

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I’ve always been a casual fan and viewer of Scrubs, but I have to say that the first two episodes of the new season are spot-on, and the show has more than earned a Season Pass in our house.

The half hour series, whose eighth season debuts tonight on a new network (ABC), consistently achieves the perfect balance of laughter and poignancy…and you will find that to be the case during the unusually touching second episode.

FYI, in an attempt to post with greater frequency, you may notice more entries but shorter content. Let me know what you think.

I hope you all had a fantastic start to the new year!

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Exclusive Preview 6: The Write Environment with Doug Ellin (Entourage)

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January 3, 2009

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This is a peek at the final installment of the fabulous DVD series The Write Environment, which features an interview with Entourage creator/executive producer/writer Doug Ellin.

We are introduced to Ellin’s office; it is a typical work space except for Entourage photos and posters from Curb Your Enthusiasm and The Terminator (Larry David and James Cameron are two of Ellin’s many influences and idols).

Of all six gentlemen interviewed, Doug Ellin is the least structured in terms of writing style. Considering the challenges involved to maintain interest in 5 characters during a half hour show, as well as his success doing so, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that Ellin literally writes without a net. He is certainly adept at dialogue, as evidenced by the quick and relevant wit of Entourage, as well as three Emmy and Writers Guild award nominations for Ellin and the series.

Ellin began his career as a stand-up comedian and then actually worked in a mailroom before creating and directing a few short films and two features (Phat Beach, Kissing a Fool).  I found him to be an amusing combination of neurotic and casual. You may be surprised to learn which of the Entourage characters he bases many of his own life experiences on and who’s eyes the show is seen through…

In addition to Doug Ellin’s interview, all of The Write Environment DVDs (Tim Kring/Heroes, Damon Lindelof/Lost, Phil Rosenthal/Everybody Loves Raymond, Sam Simon/The Simpsons and Joss Whedon/Dollhouse) are now available though the official site and Amazon, and would make an excellent gift for all aspiring writers and television fans!

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