Archive for May 20th, 2009

WWE RAW Venue Reportedly Finalized

WWE RAW Venue Reportedly Finalized

After several days of developments in the “Denver Debacle,” it appears WWE has finally found a new home for Monday’s RAW telecast. According to reporting by KNBC and 9News, RAW has secured a major venue outside of the Denver, Colorado area for Monday’s event. The story says that WWE will be holding the event...
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WWE Wrestler Getting Good Reviews, McMahon Gives Cole Hard Time

WWE Wrestler Getting Good Reviews, McMahon Gives Cole Hard Time

He has been one of the most criticized WWE workers in recent memory, but things appear to finally be turning around for a member of the ECW brand. ECW star Vladimir Kozlov, sources report, is finally receiving good road reviews from WWE producers. Kozlov’s house show matches with Finlay have reportedly earned him praise,...
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WWE Writer Pitches Cena Heel Turn

WWE Writer Pitches Cena Heel Turn

The Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that a WWE creative team member recently pitched a John Cena heel turn. Reports indicate that WWE Chairman Vince McMahon did not take too well to the suggestion. According to sources aware of the meeting, McMahon apparently “lit the guy up” about the suggestion, noting that it was “foolishly...
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More Inside News on Ric Flair’s WWE Return

More Inside News on Ric Flair’s WWE Return

Sources say it is now nearly confirmed that Ric Flair will be coming out of retirement to wrestle, although it remains to be determined if his first match back will be in a WWE ring. Following his return appearances on Judgment Day and RAW, speculation is high that Flair will be back in the...
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Update on Return Dates for Triple H, Shawn Michaels

Update on Return Dates for Triple H, Shawn Michaels

As of press time, WWE was anticipating both Triple H and Shawn Michaels remaining out of action for a minimum of a month. The word going around WWE, according to a report in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, is that Michaels and HHH are going to remain off television as Ric Flair, Batista and Randy...
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UFC Confirms Battle of Heavyweight Contenders

UFC Confirms Battle of Heavyweight Contenders

An withdrawal veteran heavyweight fighter Heath Herring has allowed UFC to pair two of the division’s most feared contenders for a match at UFC 99. With Herring reportedly unable to train due to an illness, the “Texas Crazyhorse” was removed from his scheduled bout with rising star Cain Velasquez earlier this week. UFC has...
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CBS Announces 2009-10 Schedule, Takes Over NBC Show

CBS Announces 2009-10 Schedule, Takes Over NBC Show

CBS announced its 2009-10 schedule, ordering a handful of new series and shifting some veteran series around in its lineup. The network confirmed reports from Tuesday by bringing “Medium,” which was canceled by NBC, over to its Friday lineup. The biggest lineup change involves “The Mentalist,” the standout new program of this past season,...
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“Idol” Finale, “Glee” Disappoint

“Idol” Finale, “Glee” Disappoint

“American Idol” finalists Adam Lambert and Kris Allen have been called the most exciting and likable “Idol” finalists in years, respectively. Their final performances, however, did not draw well for FOX. Ratings data for the evening reveals that part one of the eighth “Idol” finale drew the lowest adults 18-49 demographic rating and the...
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RSS Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews

  • 87% Inception
    Smart, innovative, and thrilling, Inception is that rare summer blockbuster that succeeds viscerally as well as intellectually. […]
  • 29% Takers
    Takers boasts some gripping set pieces and keeps things moving quickly, but its two-dimensional characters, clichéd script, and brazenly derivative plot make it hard to recommend. […]
  • 71% The Last Exorcism
    It doesn't fully deliver on the chilly promise of its Blair Witch-style premise, but The Last Exorcism offers a surprising number of clever thrills. […]
  • 52% The Switch
    The Switch has an interesting premise and a charming cast; unfortunately, it also has a trite script that hews too close to tired rom-com formulas. […]
  • 39% The Expendables
    It makes good on the old-school action it promises, but given all the talent on display, The Expendables should hit harder. […]
  • 6% Vampires Suck
    Witlessly broad and utterly devoid of laughs, Vampires Suck represents a slight step forward for the Friedberg-Seltzer team. […]