Archive for September 29th, 2009

“Criminal Minds” Spin-Off?, “Heroes,” “Trauma,” “Lie to Me” Ratings Woes

– THR reports that CBS is considering spinning off crime drama “Criminal Minds” later this season. According to sources, a “Criminal Minds” episode planned for this spring will serve as a potential backdoor for the spin-off. Talk of a “Criminal Minds” off-shoot had come up previously, but such hype disappeared when CBS instead opted...
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“Jon & Kate Plus 8″ Drops the Jon, Record “Dexter” Rating

– The season premiere of “Dexter” posted a series high for the acclaimed Showtime drama, reaching a total of 1.5 million viewers in its first airing (and 1.9 when the same-night encore was included). Not only the best “Dexter” draw to date, the figure is also Showtime’s best-drawing telecast since the premium network implemented...
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More News, Storyline Ideas For Bret Hart’s Possible WWE Return

More News, Storyline Ideas For Bret Hart’s Possible WWE Return

More details are starting to emerge on Bret Hart’s possible WWE return. While many reports have gotten ahead of themselves–Hart has only conveyed that he is open to returning to WWE, not that he has agreed to do so–the feeling right now is that some sort of Hart appearance is inevitable. Sources say that...
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What You Didn’t See On WWE RAW, Return Plans, New Hell in a Cell Match

What You Didn’t See On WWE RAW, Return Plans, New Hell in a Cell Match

– WWE has announced Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase vs. John Cena and DX as the dark match main event for WWE’s return to Madison Square Garden this November. The show is a RAW telecast. – Divas Champion Mickie James vs. Alicia Fox has been added to the Hell in a Cell...
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“Big” Name Set For Next Week’s RAW, Tonight’s ECW

“Big” Name Set For Next Week’s RAW, Tonight’s ECW

Hoping to recreate the success from last time a professional athlete hosted an edition of RAW, WWE has booked Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger for next week’s show. Joining “Big Ben” for the guest hosting occasion will be the Steelers’ offensive line. WWE posted a big summer rating when NBA great Shaquille O’Neal served...
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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. […]