The rumors of NBC looking to issue some full season orders this week proved true, as the network officially confirmed that back nine pickups have been granted for “Community,” “Parks and Recreation” and “Mercy.” The two comedies–freshman “Community” and sophomore “Parks and Recreation”–have struggled to deliver in the ratings; since being paired together in...
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Archive for October 23rd, 2009
NBC Wants More “Community,” “Parks & Recreation,” “Mercy”
TV News, Spoilers: “Melrose Place,” “Dollhouse,” “Lost,” “Gossip Girl”
– After initial indications suggested “Dollhouse” would remain on the air through November Sweeps, news came this week that FOX has replaced the struggling drama with repeats of “House” and “Bones.” “Dollhouse” will return in December with episodes shown in two-hour installments. That type of scheduling usually implies a burning off. – Claire is...
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Vince McMahon To WWE Superstar: You’ve Got Great Legs
In an ESPN interview that hypes the WWE RAW vs. SmackDown! 2010 game, Mike “The Miz” Mizanin tells an interesting story about the decision to switch to wrestling trunks. Referring to his surprise appearance as The Canadian Kid (which allowed to return to RAW despite guest host Jeremy Piven’s storyline issuing of a lifelong...
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WWE Bringing Back Released Superstar, Looking For More Talent
– PWInsider.com reported Thursday night that WWE has reached a new deal with Lance Cade. Cade, who was contracted with WWE for most of the decade up until 2008, was released from his contract while in the midst of a push that saw him align with Chris Jericho and wrestle his one-time trainer Shawn...
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Rotten Tomatoes Movie Reviews
- 87% InceptionSmart, innovative, and thrilling, Inception is that rare summer blockbuster that succeeds viscerally as well as intellectually. […]
- 29% TakersTakers 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 ExorcismIt 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 SwitchThe 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 ExpendablesIt makes good on the old-school action it promises, but given all the talent on display, The Expendables should hit harder. […]
- 6% Vampires SuckWitlessly broad and utterly devoid of laughs, Vampires Suck represents a slight step forward for the Friedberg-Seltzer team. […]