On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 10:00 Am, PBS brings a delightful new episode of “Sesame Street,” titled “Shabbat Shalom!” In this heartwarming installment, Charlie and her family find themselves facing a water leak in their apartment, but that doesn’t stop them from celebrating Shabbat with joy and creativity.
As they prepare for their special Shabbat dinner, Charlie and her family invite their friends Elmo, Alan, Big Bird, and Tamir to join them in the arbor. Together, they learn about the traditions of Shabbat, including how to make delicious challah bread. Viewers will see how everyone pitches in to set a traditional Shabbat table, filled with love and friendship.
This episode not only showcases the importance of community but also introduces young viewers to cultural traditions in a fun and engaging way. “Shabbat Shalom!” promises laughter, learning, and a celebration of togetherness, making it a must-watch for families. Tune in to...
As they prepare for their special Shabbat dinner, Charlie and her family invite their friends Elmo, Alan, Big Bird, and Tamir to join them in the arbor. Together, they learn about the traditions of Shabbat, including how to make delicious challah bread. Viewers will see how everyone pitches in to set a traditional Shabbat table, filled with love and friendship.
This episode not only showcases the importance of community but also introduces young viewers to cultural traditions in a fun and engaging way. “Shabbat Shalom!” promises laughter, learning, and a celebration of togetherness, making it a must-watch for families. Tune in to...
- 9/25/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
The Challenger launch in 1986 was a disaster in every sense — especially, of course, in a human sense, with the loss of seven lives when the shuttle exploded thanks to two temperamental o-rings.
The horror was only amplified by the fact that, because the Challenger was supposed to boost public interest in space travel, it was national appointment viewing. And so, not only was the explosion witnessed in real time by most of the country, but among the dead was a teacher named Christa McAuliffe, who was supposed to have been the first civilian in space.
But there was one detail, luckily avoided, that would have made the Challenger even more tragic: At one point in planning, they considered that the first civilian in space wouldn’t be a teacher, but instead Big Bird from Sesame Street. The plan never got incredibly far, probably due to space constraints. He is, after all,...
The horror was only amplified by the fact that, because the Challenger was supposed to boost public interest in space travel, it was national appointment viewing. And so, not only was the explosion witnessed in real time by most of the country, but among the dead was a teacher named Christa McAuliffe, who was supposed to have been the first civilian in space.
But there was one detail, luckily avoided, that would have made the Challenger even more tragic: At one point in planning, they considered that the first civilian in space wouldn’t be a teacher, but instead Big Bird from Sesame Street. The plan never got incredibly far, probably due to space constraints. He is, after all,...
- 9/18/2024
- Cracked
These are always the worse articles to write, and by far my least favorite to do.
James Earl Jones has passed away at the age of 93. According to Deadline, the actor passed away Monday morning in his home.
There was a time when people didn't know of Jones' contribution to a galaxy far, far away. He wasn't originally credited as the voice of Darth Vader in the original Star Wars in 1977. In fact, he had asked not to be credited, explaining in a 2008 interview:
When Linda Blair did the girl in The Exorcist, they hired Mercedes McCambridge to do the voice of the devil coming out of her. And there was controversy as to whether Mercedes should get credit. I was one who thought no, she was just special effects. So when it came to Darth Vader, I said, no, I'm just special effects. But it became so identified that by the third one,...
James Earl Jones has passed away at the age of 93. According to Deadline, the actor passed away Monday morning in his home.
There was a time when people didn't know of Jones' contribution to a galaxy far, far away. He wasn't originally credited as the voice of Darth Vader in the original Star Wars in 1977. In fact, he had asked not to be credited, explaining in a 2008 interview:
When Linda Blair did the girl in The Exorcist, they hired Mercedes McCambridge to do the voice of the devil coming out of her. And there was controversy as to whether Mercedes should get credit. I was one who thought no, she was just special effects. So when it came to Darth Vader, I said, no, I'm just special effects. But it became so identified that by the third one,...
- 9/9/2024
- by Hope Mullinax
- https://dorksideoftheforce.com/
One of the buzziest films of the 2024 Telluride Film Festival has been the upcoming Sony feature based on the first ever live performance of the pop culture staple “Saturday Night Live.” What no one saw coming was that one of the original Not Ready for Prime Time Players, Bill Murray, would introduce the film alongside director Jason Reitman, who were both welcomed with a standing ovation of massively supportive fans and industry insiders.
At 11:30pm on October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television and pop culture forever. “Saturday Night” is based on the true story of what happened behind the scenes in the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of what was originally called “NBC’s Saturday Night” (because a competing show with Howard Cosell had the “Saturday Night Live” title). Full of humor, chaos, and the magic of a revolution that almost wasn’t,...
At 11:30pm on October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians and writers changed television and pop culture forever. “Saturday Night” is based on the true story of what happened behind the scenes in the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of what was originally called “NBC’s Saturday Night” (because a competing show with Howard Cosell had the “Saturday Night Live” title). Full of humor, chaos, and the magic of a revolution that almost wasn’t,...
- 9/1/2024
- by Carla Renata
- The Wrap
There’s three different kinds of love: friendship, romance, and then whatever it is Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg have got going on. And don’t misunderstand me, I love it. They’re tight as thieves and have always got each other’s backs through the decades.
So if there’s one person lifestyle influencer and fashionista Stewart wants by her side as she celebrates her 83rd birthday, it’s the rapper Snoop Dogg.
Martha Stewart – Beams As She Celebrates Her Birthday With Things That Make Her Happy
Martha Stewart is one happy 83-year-old, and why not? How many people get to celebrate their birthday at Paris, during the Olympics, with bestie Snoop Dogg, a cake made of macarons and a muppet? Nobody actually, unless you’re one Martha Stewart.
On August 3, Stewart and Snoop Dogg, 52, donned matching riding helmets, jackets, white pants and coordinated sunglasses at the Olympics dressage event.
So if there’s one person lifestyle influencer and fashionista Stewart wants by her side as she celebrates her 83rd birthday, it’s the rapper Snoop Dogg.
Martha Stewart – Beams As She Celebrates Her Birthday With Things That Make Her Happy
Martha Stewart is one happy 83-year-old, and why not? How many people get to celebrate their birthday at Paris, during the Olympics, with bestie Snoop Dogg, a cake made of macarons and a muppet? Nobody actually, unless you’re one Martha Stewart.
On August 3, Stewart and Snoop Dogg, 52, donned matching riding helmets, jackets, white pants and coordinated sunglasses at the Olympics dressage event.
- 8/7/2024
- by Nmesoma Okechukwu
- Celebrating The Soaps
Lo, the enduring miracle of the film awards year. Just when things begin to look hopeless—and it was looking pretty bleak a month ago—intriguing, maybe even watchable, prospects suddenly sprout. The movies are like Osiris, that old Egyptian resurrection god: You just can’t keep ‘em down.
As August arrives, more than a few adult viewers, unattuned to the ongoing fantasy-and-animation boom, are now peeking around the corner at Saturday Night, Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night Live origins story. The film was scheduled last week by Columbia Pictures for release on Oct. 11—the 49th anniversary of NBC’s first SNL broadcast, back in 1975.
As historical moments go, that may or may not impress the film Academy’s growing body of foreign-based Oscar voters. But for the domestic crowd, especially those in upper age brackets, the birth of an American comedy phenomenon, still alive some five decades later, is compelling.
As August arrives, more than a few adult viewers, unattuned to the ongoing fantasy-and-animation boom, are now peeking around the corner at Saturday Night, Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night Live origins story. The film was scheduled last week by Columbia Pictures for release on Oct. 11—the 49th anniversary of NBC’s first SNL broadcast, back in 1975.
As historical moments go, that may or may not impress the film Academy’s growing body of foreign-based Oscar voters. But for the domestic crowd, especially those in upper age brackets, the birth of an American comedy phenomenon, still alive some five decades later, is compelling.
- 8/4/2024
- by Michael Cieply
- Deadline Film + TV
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Pixar Animation often brings in some of the best voice talent in the business for the animated features, even if it's just for bit parts. For example, the original "Inside Out" featured the voices of Frank Oz and Dave Goelz as a pair of bickering subconscious guards inside Riley's mind. Oz is probably best known for bringing life to Yoda in the "Star Wars" saga, but he was also behind beloved Muppets like Fozzie Bear and Miss Piggy, as well as "Sesame Street" characters like Grover and Bert. Meanwhile, Goelz is known for playing Gonzo and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew in various Muppets productions over the years. Both of them return with small parts as Mind Cops in "Inside Out 2," and if director Kelsey Mann had his way, there would have been one more legendary contribution to "Sesame Street" and the Muppets making an appearance.
Pixar Animation often brings in some of the best voice talent in the business for the animated features, even if it's just for bit parts. For example, the original "Inside Out" featured the voices of Frank Oz and Dave Goelz as a pair of bickering subconscious guards inside Riley's mind. Oz is probably best known for bringing life to Yoda in the "Star Wars" saga, but he was also behind beloved Muppets like Fozzie Bear and Miss Piggy, as well as "Sesame Street" characters like Grover and Bert. Meanwhile, Goelz is known for playing Gonzo and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew in various Muppets productions over the years. Both of them return with small parts as Mind Cops in "Inside Out 2," and if director Kelsey Mann had his way, there would have been one more legendary contribution to "Sesame Street" and the Muppets making an appearance.
- 6/14/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Actor Christian Slater made a special appearance at the Sesame Workshop 2024 Benefit Gala at Cipriani in New York City. The event raised funds for the nonprofit organization’s educational initiatives and programs.
Slater, known for his roles in films such as Heathers and True Romance, seemed delighted to interact with the iconic Sesame Street characters. He posed for photographs with Elmo, Big Bird, Abby Cadabby and other beloved Muppets, much to the delight of attendees.
The 54-year-old, who recently revealed he and his wife are expecting, wore a gray suit and black tie to the star-studded event.
The Sesame Workshop 2024 Benefit Gala is a fundraiser for children and youth education.
This year’s festivities honored Grey’s Anatomy showrunner Shonda Rhimes with the Joan Ganz Cooney Award.
Leslie Odom Jr. hosted the event, and Oprah Winfrey was the presenter.
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind the iconic Sesame Street television series, has...
Slater, known for his roles in films such as Heathers and True Romance, seemed delighted to interact with the iconic Sesame Street characters. He posed for photographs with Elmo, Big Bird, Abby Cadabby and other beloved Muppets, much to the delight of attendees.
The 54-year-old, who recently revealed he and his wife are expecting, wore a gray suit and black tie to the star-studded event.
The Sesame Workshop 2024 Benefit Gala is a fundraiser for children and youth education.
This year’s festivities honored Grey’s Anatomy showrunner Shonda Rhimes with the Joan Ganz Cooney Award.
Leslie Odom Jr. hosted the event, and Oprah Winfrey was the presenter.
Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind the iconic Sesame Street television series, has...
- 6/3/2024
- by Lauren Ramsey
- Uinterview
Everyone loves the Muppets. That is simply a truism in life, for anyone with a working pulse and a healthy joy gland. And so therefore everyone loves Jim Henson, the godlike creator/inventor/father figure of the whole Muppet project, whose creations — the colourful ensemble of goofy, absurdist, felt-based marionette-puppets — have become a beloved staple of film and television for seven decades.
This is a lovely feature-length documentary portrait of the Muppet man, as gentle and warm-hearted as the legend himself, if not exactly challenging or overly probing. It comes from director Ron Howard, these days as much a documentarian as anything else (in the last decade he has made roughly as many nonfictional films as he has fiction). Howard gives the piece some sparky, peppy visuals, via animated flourishes — Henson’s personal sketch book comes to life at one point — and a visual backdrop for its talking heads nodding to The Cube,...
This is a lovely feature-length documentary portrait of the Muppet man, as gentle and warm-hearted as the legend himself, if not exactly challenging or overly probing. It comes from director Ron Howard, these days as much a documentarian as anything else (in the last decade he has made roughly as many nonfictional films as he has fiction). Howard gives the piece some sparky, peppy visuals, via animated flourishes — Henson’s personal sketch book comes to life at one point — and a visual backdrop for its talking heads nodding to The Cube,...
- 5/31/2024
- by John Nugent
- Empire - Movies
“At first, I thought they were a rock and roll band because they all kind of came in with bandanas and long hair and beards and stuff like that,” reveals Ron Howard about his first encounter with Jim Henson and his team behind the Muppets. For our recent webchat he says that it was his one-and-only 1970s encounter with Henson, adding “I did cross paths with him one time backstage at this crazy prime-time live variety show that ABC was trying to hatch as a regular series. They didn’t wind up continuing with it, but were both guests on an it, and for a brief moment, we kind of intersected.”
Howard is the director and producer behind the new Disney+ documentary “Jim Henson Idea Man” about the legendary founder of the Muppets. Henson’s children gave Howard and his documentary team full access to the family and company archives.
Howard is the director and producer behind the new Disney+ documentary “Jim Henson Idea Man” about the legendary founder of the Muppets. Henson’s children gave Howard and his documentary team full access to the family and company archives.
- 5/31/2024
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Chicago – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Ben Thompson on Wbgr-fm on May 30th, reviewing “Jim Henson: Idea Man,” directed by Ron Howard and featuring Frank Oz and The Muppets. Streaming on Disney+ beginning May 31st.
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Jim Henson was born in Mississippi and raised there and in Maryland. He answered an ad for a Washington, D.C. television station in the 1950s … they were looking for a puppeteer … and astoundingly, Henson got the job with no previous puppetry experience. Partnering with Jane Nebel, who would eventually become his wife, the two created the beginnings of the Muppet phenomenon by gearing their comedy towards adults. Eventually forming a company, Jim and Jane were able to get by through commercials and TV work through the 1960s, until Henson practically invented Sesame Street in 1969. Always itching for new avenues of creativity, he launched “The Muppet Show” in...
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Jim Henson was born in Mississippi and raised there and in Maryland. He answered an ad for a Washington, D.C. television station in the 1950s … they were looking for a puppeteer … and astoundingly, Henson got the job with no previous puppetry experience. Partnering with Jane Nebel, who would eventually become his wife, the two created the beginnings of the Muppet phenomenon by gearing their comedy towards adults. Eventually forming a company, Jim and Jane were able to get by through commercials and TV work through the 1960s, until Henson practically invented Sesame Street in 1969. Always itching for new avenues of creativity, he launched “The Muppet Show” in...
- 5/31/2024
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Jim Henson is a man who needs no introduction. He’s a household name, famous for his intricate puppets and his creative genius. Throughout the late 20th century, he captivated people worldwide with fun characters and innovations in puppetry that could only be thought up by someone as gifted and ingenious as Henson himself. He brought smiles to millions of faces, and his work has forever left an impact on the world of entertainment as a whole. I’ve always been a huge fan of the Muppets ever since childhood; I remember putting Muppet movies on VHS on repeat, and the characters have always been a joy to watch. Reflecting on the work of Jim Henson is a fitting way to honor his legacy, so I’d like to take a look back at his works in the world of puppetry and the impact they have left. Henson was a...
- 5/31/2024
- by Ben Ross
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
For decades, viewers knew Jim Henson as the man behind such hilarious and educational characters as Kermit the Frog, Big Bird, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and dozens of other beloved cloth creations. But who was the man behind the Muppets? Now, viewers can find out for themselves in a new documentary dubbed “Jim Henson: Idea Man,” which debuts on Disney+ on Friday, May 31. You can watch with a subscription to Disney+.
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About 'Jim Henson: Idea Man'
Jim Henson spent nearly 40 years creating some of the most beloved children’s characters in the history of American media. From the world-recognized denizens of “Sesame Street” to the creepy critters of movies like “Labyrinth” and “The Dark Crystal,...
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About 'Jim Henson: Idea Man'
Jim Henson spent nearly 40 years creating some of the most beloved children’s characters in the history of American media. From the world-recognized denizens of “Sesame Street” to the creepy critters of movies like “Labyrinth” and “The Dark Crystal,...
- 5/31/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Paramount+ Announces New Thriller Starring Julia Garner
Paramount+ is showing up six months early to the Halloween party. The streamer announced on Friday the all-new original film “Apartment 7A,” a prequel to horror classic “Rosemary's Baby” starring Golden Globe winner and “Ozark” star Julia Garner.
Directed by Natalie Erika James (“Relic”), the psychological thriller will follow a struggling young dancer (Garner) who suffers a devastating injury and herself drawn in by dark forces when a peculiar, well-connected, older couple promises her a shot at fame. The film will be set in 1965 New York City and explore the story of what happened in the apartment before Rosemary moved in in the 1968 classic.
The film also stars two-time Oscar winner Dianne Wiest, Jim Sturgess, and Kevin McNally with Marli Siu, Andrew Buchan, Rosy McEwen, and Kobna Holdbrook-Smith.
“Apartment 7A” will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ this fall.
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Paramount+ is showing up six months early to the Halloween party. The streamer announced on Friday the all-new original film “Apartment 7A,” a prequel to horror classic “Rosemary's Baby” starring Golden Globe winner and “Ozark” star Julia Garner.
Directed by Natalie Erika James (“Relic”), the psychological thriller will follow a struggling young dancer (Garner) who suffers a devastating injury and herself drawn in by dark forces when a peculiar, well-connected, older couple promises her a shot at fame. The film will be set in 1965 New York City and explore the story of what happened in the apartment before Rosemary moved in in the 1968 classic.
The film also stars two-time Oscar winner Dianne Wiest, Jim Sturgess, and Kevin McNally with Marli Siu, Andrew Buchan, Rosy McEwen, and Kobna Holdbrook-Smith.
“Apartment 7A” will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ this fall.
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- 4/26/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Photo Credit: Disney+ Ready for a blast from the past filled with fuzzy faces and catchy tunes? Disney+ just dropped the trailer for Jim Henson Idea Man, a brand-new documentary that spills the beans on the creative genius behind all your favorite childhood friends. Think Kermit, Miss Piggy, Big Bird, and more! Directed by the legendary Ron Howard, this film is packed with never-before-seen stuff! The Henson family has opened up their vaults, sharing exclusive footage, photos, and even Jim’s scribbled ideas. Prepare for hilarious stories, heartwarming moments, and a peek inside a truly magical mind.
Catch the premiere on Disney+ on May 31st. This one’s for anyone who’s ever sung along on Sesame Street, wished for a world like Labyrinth, or simply believes in the power of a good story.
The post Disney+ Explores the Mind Of Jim Henson In New Documentary appeared first on Hollywood Outbreak.
Catch the premiere on Disney+ on May 31st. This one’s for anyone who’s ever sung along on Sesame Street, wished for a world like Labyrinth, or simply believes in the power of a good story.
The post Disney+ Explores the Mind Of Jim Henson In New Documentary appeared first on Hollywood Outbreak.
- 4/24/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Disney+ has released the official trailer and poster for the upcoming documentary Jim Henson Idea Man. Directed by Academy Award winner Ron Howard, Jim Henson Idea Man chronicles the story of extraordinary artist and visionary Jim Henson.
In his 36-year career, Henson created some of the world’s most cherished characters, including classic Muppets like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy and all of Sesame Street’s iconic residents, including Big Bird, Grover, Cookie Monster, and Bert and Ernie. Henson also directed beloved fantasy films like The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth.
Produced with the full participation and cooperation of the Henson family, Jim Henson Idea Man is an unprecedented, intimate look at Henson’s illustrious, revolutionary career and complex personal life.
Using never-before-seen personal archival home movies, photographs, sketches, and Henson’s personal diaries, as well as interviews with those who knew him best, the film is the definitive portrait...
In his 36-year career, Henson created some of the world’s most cherished characters, including classic Muppets like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy and all of Sesame Street’s iconic residents, including Big Bird, Grover, Cookie Monster, and Bert and Ernie. Henson also directed beloved fantasy films like The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth.
Produced with the full participation and cooperation of the Henson family, Jim Henson Idea Man is an unprecedented, intimate look at Henson’s illustrious, revolutionary career and complex personal life.
Using never-before-seen personal archival home movies, photographs, sketches, and Henson’s personal diaries, as well as interviews with those who knew him best, the film is the definitive portrait...
- 4/24/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Disney+ has released the trailer for Idea Man, the upcoming Jim Henson documentary from Ron Howard. The film will debut May 31st on the streamer. Watch it below.
Directed by Howard, Jim Henson Idea Man promises to take viewers “into the mind of this singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, and beyond” thanks to “unprecedented access” to Henson’s personal archives.
In a previous statement, Henson’s family gave the documentary their blessing, saying, “It will be thrilling to see the story that emerges from these materials in the hands of a truly great filmmaker like Ron Howard, who has the perfect spirit and personality to tell Jim Henson’s story.”
Howard also produced Idea Man with Brian Grazer under their Imagine Entertainment banner. Sara Bernstein, Margaret Bodde, Justin Wilkes, Mark Monroe, and Christopher St. John also served as producers.
Directed by Howard, Jim Henson Idea Man promises to take viewers “into the mind of this singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, and beyond” thanks to “unprecedented access” to Henson’s personal archives.
In a previous statement, Henson’s family gave the documentary their blessing, saying, “It will be thrilling to see the story that emerges from these materials in the hands of a truly great filmmaker like Ron Howard, who has the perfect spirit and personality to tell Jim Henson’s story.”
Howard also produced Idea Man with Brian Grazer under their Imagine Entertainment banner. Sara Bernstein, Margaret Bodde, Justin Wilkes, Mark Monroe, and Christopher St. John also served as producers.
- 4/24/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Film News
Get ready for a heartwarming and educational episode of “Sesame Street,” airing this Friday at 9:30 Am on PBS. In Season 53, Episode 28 titled “Community Garden Cleanup,” Elmo and his friends come together to lend a helping hand after their beloved garden is blown down.
Join Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and the rest of the gang as they work together to clean up the mess and restore their community garden to its former glory. Through teamwork, cooperation, and determination, they demonstrate important lessons about taking care of the environment and helping each other in times of need.
As they embark on their cleanup mission, viewers will be treated to catchy songs, fun adventures, and valuable lessons about friendship, resilience, and community spirit. With its timeless messages and lovable characters, “Sesame Street” continues to captivate audiences of all ages and inspire positive change in the world.
Don’t miss out on...
Join Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and the rest of the gang as they work together to clean up the mess and restore their community garden to its former glory. Through teamwork, cooperation, and determination, they demonstrate important lessons about taking care of the environment and helping each other in times of need.
As they embark on their cleanup mission, viewers will be treated to catchy songs, fun adventures, and valuable lessons about friendship, resilience, and community spirit. With its timeless messages and lovable characters, “Sesame Street” continues to captivate audiences of all ages and inspire positive change in the world.
Don’t miss out on...
- 3/22/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Get ready for a heartwarming and educational adventure on the upcoming episode of “Sesame Street,” airing Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 10:00 Am on PBS. In Season 53 Episode 28, titled “Community Garden Cleanup,” Elmo and his furry friends band together to tackle a big task after a strong gust of wind wreaks havoc on their beloved garden.
Viewers can join Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and the rest of the gang as they work tirelessly to clean up the mess and restore their community garden to its former glory. Along the way, they’ll learn valuable lessons about teamwork, responsibility, and the importance of taking care of their environment.
With its engaging characters, catchy songs, and meaningful life lessons, “Sesame Street” continues to delight audiences of all ages. Don’t miss out on this special episode filled with laughter, friendship, and the joy of lending a helping hand to those in need.
Release...
Viewers can join Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and the rest of the gang as they work tirelessly to clean up the mess and restore their community garden to its former glory. Along the way, they’ll learn valuable lessons about teamwork, responsibility, and the importance of taking care of their environment.
With its engaging characters, catchy songs, and meaningful life lessons, “Sesame Street” continues to delight audiences of all ages. Don’t miss out on this special episode filled with laughter, friendship, and the joy of lending a helping hand to those in need.
Release...
- 3/21/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Brandi Carlile welcomes inspiration from so many different avenues when it comes to crafting music, and the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter has now added another track to her repertoire while stopping by Sesame Street. Watch the clip below.
Carlile’s appearance alongside Big Bird and Snuffleupagus shows the artist breaking down her love for the letter N, a jumping-off point for a bright song about the joys of nature. The full episode is now available on Max as the beloved program’s 54th season continues.
It’s been a busy season for Brandi Carlile, who took part in Joni Mitchell’s instantly iconic performance at the Grammys last month, where Carlile also took home the trophy for Best Americana Performance for “Dear Insecurity” with Brandy Clark.
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Carlile’s also gearing up for a string of spring and summer performances, including a pair of concerts with Joni Mitchell at Hollywood Bowl.
Carlile’s appearance alongside Big Bird and Snuffleupagus shows the artist breaking down her love for the letter N, a jumping-off point for a bright song about the joys of nature. The full episode is now available on Max as the beloved program’s 54th season continues.
It’s been a busy season for Brandi Carlile, who took part in Joni Mitchell’s instantly iconic performance at the Grammys last month, where Carlile also took home the trophy for Best Americana Performance for “Dear Insecurity” with Brandy Clark.
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Carlile’s also gearing up for a string of spring and summer performances, including a pair of concerts with Joni Mitchell at Hollywood Bowl.
- 3/7/2024
- by Mary Siroky
- Consequence - Music
Brandi Carlile will be stopping by Sesame Street on Thursday to help Big Bird and Mr. Snuffleupagus, also known as Snuffy, celebrate all things nature.
In an exclusive clip from the episode, which teaches kids about the environment, Carlile explains that “Nature is all around us, it’s everything around us not made by people.” To help her two friends learn more about what Earth is all about, the singer dives into a catchy song as the trio travels through different landscapes — from green rolling hills to fields of flowers.
In an exclusive clip from the episode, which teaches kids about the environment, Carlile explains that “Nature is all around us, it’s everything around us not made by people.” To help her two friends learn more about what Earth is all about, the singer dives into a catchy song as the trio travels through different landscapes — from green rolling hills to fields of flowers.
- 3/6/2024
- by Charisma Madarang
- Rollingstone.com
This Monday at 9:00 Am on PBS, families are in for a heartwarming treat with Season 53 Episode 31 of “Sesame Street” titled “Love Makes a Family.” The beloved residents of Sesame Street gather as relatives from all over come together to celebrate Family Day. The episode promises a joyous exploration of the diverse and loving bonds that form the Sesame Street family.
Viewers can expect a delightful mix of laughter, learning, and the warmth of togetherness as Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, and friends welcome relatives for a special occasion. “Sesame Street” has long been celebrated for its ability to address important themes in an accessible and entertaining way, making it a trusted source of education and fun for young audiences.
Tune in at 9:00 Am on PBS for an episode that celebrates the essence of family and the cherished connections that make Sesame Street a heartwarming and inclusive community. “Love...
Viewers can expect a delightful mix of laughter, learning, and the warmth of togetherness as Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, and friends welcome relatives for a special occasion. “Sesame Street” has long been celebrated for its ability to address important themes in an accessible and entertaining way, making it a trusted source of education and fun for young audiences.
Tune in at 9:00 Am on PBS for an episode that celebrates the essence of family and the cherished connections that make Sesame Street a heartwarming and inclusive community. “Love...
- 3/4/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Has any entertainment scripted project ever featured more Oscar winners? Tour our special Valentine’s Day photo gallery to see which 33 Academy Awards champs made appearances on the very popular Aaron Spelling show “The Love Boat.”
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues. The show airs daily on the Decades network and on Sunday afternoons for Me-tv. You can also stream every episode on Paramount+.
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others. The charming actors throughout the decade were Gavin MacLeod...
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues. The show airs daily on the Decades network and on Sunday afternoons for Me-tv. You can also stream every episode on Paramount+.
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others. The charming actors throughout the decade were Gavin MacLeod...
- 2/13/2024
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
The newest resident on Sesame Street wears bright orange suspenders and a bowtie to match. The Sesame Workshop has collaborated with Blippi on a series of videos that will be released across both brands’ respective channels.
The partnership launches on February 3 and features Sesame Street characters like Big Bird, Elmo, Abby, and Herb the Dinosaur. They’ll meet up with Blippi (whose real name is Stevin John) and his friend Meekah (real name Kaitlin Becker), who both lead educational adventures for Blippi’s 19.3 million YouTube subscribers.
In their collabs with Sesame Street characters, Blippi and Meekah will operate an excavator, give Big Bird a paleontology lesson, and help Abby plan a surprise party for Elmo. The partnership includes multiple original songs to go along with its positive messaging and scientific syllabus. It’s unclear whether Elmo will ask viewers how they’re doing.
Blippi General Manager Kaitlyn Hall said that...
The partnership launches on February 3 and features Sesame Street characters like Big Bird, Elmo, Abby, and Herb the Dinosaur. They’ll meet up with Blippi (whose real name is Stevin John) and his friend Meekah (real name Kaitlin Becker), who both lead educational adventures for Blippi’s 19.3 million YouTube subscribers.
In their collabs with Sesame Street characters, Blippi and Meekah will operate an excavator, give Big Bird a paleontology lesson, and help Abby plan a surprise party for Elmo. The partnership includes multiple original songs to go along with its positive messaging and scientific syllabus. It’s unclear whether Elmo will ask viewers how they’re doing.
Blippi General Manager Kaitlyn Hall said that...
- 2/2/2024
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
In a rare collab with another preschool brand, Sesame Workshop’s “Sesame Street” and Moonbug’s “Blippi” are getting together for a series of videos in which Elmo and his pals interact with Blippi and his friends. The videos kick off on Saturday with the premiere of “Blippi and Meekah’s Birthday Surprise for Elmo.”
That’s the first of three videos that have been produced for social and online, with the possibility of more along the way. Elmo, Big Bird, Abby, Blippi, Meekah, Herb the Dinosaur and more will be seen in the collection of episodes and music videos when they premiere simultaneously on the “Blippi” and “Sesame Street” YouTube channels. Further videos will launch in June and September.
Both shows feature collaborations with celebrities and other figures, but it’s rare for two completely separate preschool entities to get together and work on a project like this. But...
That’s the first of three videos that have been produced for social and online, with the possibility of more along the way. Elmo, Big Bird, Abby, Blippi, Meekah, Herb the Dinosaur and more will be seen in the collection of episodes and music videos when they premiere simultaneously on the “Blippi” and “Sesame Street” YouTube channels. Further videos will launch in June and September.
Both shows feature collaborations with celebrities and other figures, but it’s rare for two completely separate preschool entities to get together and work on a project like this. But...
- 2/1/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
It's always a sunny day on Sesame Street, but for much of the week, things were not A-ok in the land of the Muppets.
On January 24, Big Bird, the show's eight-foot-tall, anthropomorphic canary, stunned fans when he revealed he'd shrunk down to the size of a paper clip, prompting questions about the physical mechanics of his transformation and its impact on his mental health. As his identity crisis worsened, Big Bird — now just "Bird," as he described himself — sought help from his friends, but he was so tiny that they couldn't even see him. He languished in his emotional prison until January 30, when he announced his return to big-dom. "What an adventure the last 7 days have been," he posted on Twitter/X. "I learned so much by seeing the world from a different perspective."...
On January 24, Big Bird, the show's eight-foot-tall, anthropomorphic canary, stunned fans when he revealed he'd shrunk down to the size of a paper clip, prompting questions about the physical mechanics of his transformation and its impact on his mental health. As his identity crisis worsened, Big Bird — now just "Bird," as he described himself — sought help from his friends, but he was so tiny that they couldn't even see him. He languished in his emotional prison until January 30, when he announced his return to big-dom. "What an adventure the last 7 days have been," he posted on Twitter/X. "I learned so much by seeing the world from a different perspective."...
- 1/31/2024
- by Claire Spellberg Lustig
- Primetimer
“Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?” the account for the cheerful red monster innocently wrote Monday morning. It was the perfect setup for the cynics of Twitter/X.
Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?
— Elmo (@elmo) January 29, 2024
The response to the question was a resounding and viral “not great!” From celebrities to brands and many other users across the platform, folks chimed in to share their despair with Hollywood’s most ticklish friend. Elmo trended up to No. 1 on Twitter and still sits on the trending chart as of the writing of this article as people continue to discuss their woes. The tweet earned nearly 150 million impressions.
From the ongoing war to corporate layoffs and a bleak-seeming election cycle, no trauma was too shallow nor too deep to share with young Elmo. “Honestly, Elmo, I need a hug,” wrote one user. “Oh Elmo, sweetheart,...
Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?
— Elmo (@elmo) January 29, 2024
The response to the question was a resounding and viral “not great!” From celebrities to brands and many other users across the platform, folks chimed in to share their despair with Hollywood’s most ticklish friend. Elmo trended up to No. 1 on Twitter and still sits on the trending chart as of the writing of this article as people continue to discuss their woes. The tweet earned nearly 150 million impressions.
From the ongoing war to corporate layoffs and a bleak-seeming election cycle, no trauma was too shallow nor too deep to share with young Elmo. “Honestly, Elmo, I need a hug,” wrote one user. “Oh Elmo, sweetheart,...
- 1/31/2024
- by Ryan Fish
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
This Monday on PBS, “Sesame Street” is back with Season 53 Episode 18, titled “Art Rocks!” Airing at 12:00 Pm on January 22, 2024, the episode brings a delightful adventure with Elmo, Abby, and Big Bird as they embark on a creative journey in the community garden.
In this imaginative installment, the trio faces a charming dilemma – they want to paint pictures, but there’s a twist: they don’t have any paper! Young viewers can anticipate the beloved characters using their resourcefulness and teamwork to find inventive solutions to create art without traditional materials.
Tune in at 12:00 Pm for an educational and entertaining afternoon with “Sesame Street.” The episode not only explores the joy of creativity but also imparts valuable lessons about thinking outside the box. It’s a delightful opportunity for children to engage in imaginative play and learn with the beloved characters on PBS this Monday.
Release Date & Time: 12:...
In this imaginative installment, the trio faces a charming dilemma – they want to paint pictures, but there’s a twist: they don’t have any paper! Young viewers can anticipate the beloved characters using their resourcefulness and teamwork to find inventive solutions to create art without traditional materials.
Tune in at 12:00 Pm for an educational and entertaining afternoon with “Sesame Street.” The episode not only explores the joy of creativity but also imparts valuable lessons about thinking outside the box. It’s a delightful opportunity for children to engage in imaginative play and learn with the beloved characters on PBS this Monday.
Release Date & Time: 12:...
- 1/15/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Coslough Johnson, the Emmy-winning writer who worked with his late older brother, Arte Johnson, on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In and wrote for two variety shows toplined by Sonny and Cher, has died. He was 91.
Johnson died March 23 of prostate cancer at a nursing facility in the Thousand Oaks area, his wife, Mary Jane, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Johnson also worked on sitcoms including The Monkees, Bewitched, That Girl, The Partridge Family, Good Times, Flo, Operation Petticoat and Cpo Sharkey and on cartoons featuring Mighty Mouse, Heckle and Jeckle, The Flintstones, Voltron and He-Man.
He wrote on the first three seasons (1968-70) of NBC’s Laugh-In, the final three seasons (1971-74) of The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour and the lone season (1976-77) of The Sonny and Cher Show, those last two for CBS.
Other variety shows on his résumé included The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour, The Hudson Brothers Razzle Dazzle Show...
Johnson died March 23 of prostate cancer at a nursing facility in the Thousand Oaks area, his wife, Mary Jane, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Johnson also worked on sitcoms including The Monkees, Bewitched, That Girl, The Partridge Family, Good Times, Flo, Operation Petticoat and Cpo Sharkey and on cartoons featuring Mighty Mouse, Heckle and Jeckle, The Flintstones, Voltron and He-Man.
He wrote on the first three seasons (1968-70) of NBC’s Laugh-In, the final three seasons (1971-74) of The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour and the lone season (1976-77) of The Sonny and Cher Show, those last two for CBS.
Other variety shows on his résumé included The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour, The Hudson Brothers Razzle Dazzle Show...
- 4/1/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
When word got out that HBO Max was working on a Velma origin story, fan responses were all over the place. It's not that "Scooby-Doo" fans dislike the four-eyed, orange-clad investigator who's been integral to Mystery Inc. since it first began in 1969. Rather, the hesitant responses to "Velma" were related to other aspects of the Mindy Kaling-led show, including its adult humor and violence, changes in animation style and characterization, and a conspicuous lack of the crime-solving Great Dane himself.
But if you look closely at the history of the long-running franchise, it's clear that for as long as Scooby and the gang have been on the air in some form or another, the shows have been repeatedly reinventing. And while that constant reinvention has often caused cyclical, ahistorical outrage from picky viewers, it's also the key to what makes "Scooby-Doo" so satisfying after all these years.
The 1969 Classic...
But if you look closely at the history of the long-running franchise, it's clear that for as long as Scooby and the gang have been on the air in some form or another, the shows have been repeatedly reinventing. And while that constant reinvention has often caused cyclical, ahistorical outrage from picky viewers, it's also the key to what makes "Scooby-Doo" so satisfying after all these years.
The 1969 Classic...
- 1/13/2023
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Celebrated cartoonist and screenwriter Daniel Clowes discusses his favorite formative films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante.
Show Notes: Movies Referenced In This Episode
Baxter (1989)
Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill! (1966) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary
Ghost World (2001) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary, Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review
Art School Confidential (2006)
Help! (1965) – Allan Arkush’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s review
The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! (1966) – John Landis’s trailer commentary,
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1938) – Charlie Largent’s Blu-ray review
Gone With The Wind (1939)
Mudhoney (1965) – John Badham’s trailer commentary
Finders Keepers, Lovers Weepers! (1968)
Common Law Cabin (1967)
Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls (1970) – Michael Lehmann’s trailer commentary, Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review
The Seven Minutes (1971)
Black Snake (1973)
An American Werewolf In London (1981) – Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray reviews
Lady In A Cage (1964) – Darren Bousman’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s Blu-ray review
The Wild One (1953)
Hush…...
Show Notes: Movies Referenced In This Episode
Baxter (1989)
Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill! (1966) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary
Ghost World (2001) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary, Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review
Art School Confidential (2006)
Help! (1965) – Allan Arkush’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s review
The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! (1966) – John Landis’s trailer commentary,
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1938) – Charlie Largent’s Blu-ray review
Gone With The Wind (1939)
Mudhoney (1965) – John Badham’s trailer commentary
Finders Keepers, Lovers Weepers! (1968)
Common Law Cabin (1967)
Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls (1970) – Michael Lehmann’s trailer commentary, Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review
The Seven Minutes (1971)
Black Snake (1973)
An American Werewolf In London (1981) – Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray reviews
Lady In A Cage (1964) – Darren Bousman’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s Blu-ray review
The Wild One (1953)
Hush…...
- 11/15/2022
- by Kris Millsap
- Trailers from Hell
Chicago – A legacy in Chicago LGBTQ+ history took center stage at the 58th Chicago International Film Festival (Ciff) on October 13th. “Art and Pep” is a documentary about life partners Art Johnson and Pepe Peña, the proprietors of Sidetrack, the largest gay bar in the Midwest. There will be one more screening on October 16th, click Art/Pep for location/tickets.
Art Johnson (right) and Pepe Peña of ‘Art and Pep’
Photo credit: Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.com
Art Johnston and Pepe Peña are civil rights leaders whose celebrated gay bar Sidetrack has helped fuel movements and create community on Chicago’s Halsted Street for decades. Bringing together a wealth of archival video footage, photographs, and lively animated sequences, the documentary is the story of Sidetrack, beginning with its humble origins in 1982 as a single storefront, and the lives of its proprietors.
Director Mercedes Kane of ‘Art...
Art Johnson (right) and Pepe Peña of ‘Art and Pep’
Photo credit: Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.com
Art Johnston and Pepe Peña are civil rights leaders whose celebrated gay bar Sidetrack has helped fuel movements and create community on Chicago’s Halsted Street for decades. Bringing together a wealth of archival video footage, photographs, and lively animated sequences, the documentary is the story of Sidetrack, beginning with its humble origins in 1982 as a single storefront, and the lives of its proprietors.
Director Mercedes Kane of ‘Art...
- 10/15/2022
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Has any entertainment scripted project ever featured more Oscar winners? Can you name all of them? Tour our special Valentine’s Day photo gallery to see which 32 Academy Awards champs made appearances sailing on the very popular Aaron Spelling show “The Love Boat.”
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues. The show airs daily on the Decades network and on Sunday afternoons for Me-tv. You can also stream every episode on Paramount+.
SEE25 most passionate TV couples ever, ranked
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others.
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues. The show airs daily on the Decades network and on Sunday afternoons for Me-tv. You can also stream every episode on Paramount+.
SEE25 most passionate TV couples ever, ranked
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others.
- 2/13/2022
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Here’s a Great picture whose time has come — Theodore J. Flicker’s spy spoof is one of the smartest, funniest political satires ever, and probably James Coburn’s finest hour as an actor-producer. A high-class shrink knows too many Presidential secrets, making him an international espionage target in a giddy spy chase. Everything leads to an absurd-sounding Sci-fi conspiracy that’s quickly becoming a reality. Coburn’s hipster cred holds up well, abetted by a great lineup of talent, led by improv pioneers Godfrey Cambridge and Severn Darden.
The President’s Analyst
Blu-ray (Plays on Region A)
Viavision [Imprint] 42
1967 / Color / 2:35 widescreen / 103 min. / Street Date May 26 or June 2, 2021 / Available from / 34.95 au
Starring: James Coburn, Godfrey Cambridge, Severn Darden, Joan Delaney, Pat Harrington, Barry McGuire, Jill Banner, Eduard Franz, Walter Burke, Will Geer, William Daniels, Joan Darling, Sheldon Collins, Arte Johnson, Kathleen Hughes.
Cinematography: William A. Fraker
Production Designer: Pato Guzman
Art Direction: Hal Pereira,...
The President’s Analyst
Blu-ray (Plays on Region A)
Viavision [Imprint] 42
1967 / Color / 2:35 widescreen / 103 min. / Street Date May 26 or June 2, 2021 / Available from / 34.95 au
Starring: James Coburn, Godfrey Cambridge, Severn Darden, Joan Delaney, Pat Harrington, Barry McGuire, Jill Banner, Eduard Franz, Walter Burke, Will Geer, William Daniels, Joan Darling, Sheldon Collins, Arte Johnson, Kathleen Hughes.
Cinematography: William A. Fraker
Production Designer: Pato Guzman
Art Direction: Hal Pereira,...
- 6/8/2021
- by Glenn Erickson
- Trailers from Hell
Has any entertainment scripted project ever featured more Oscar winners? Tour our special Valentine’s Day photo gallery to see which 32 Academy Awards champs made appearances on the very popular Aaron Spelling show “The Love Boat.”
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues.
SEE25 most passionate TV couples ever, ranked
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others. The charming actors throughout the decade were Gavin MacLeod (Captain Merrill Stubing), Bernie Kopell (Dr. Adam Bricker), Lauren Tewes (Cruise Director Julie McCoy), Ted Lange...
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues.
SEE25 most passionate TV couples ever, ranked
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others. The charming actors throughout the decade were Gavin MacLeod (Captain Merrill Stubing), Bernie Kopell (Dr. Adam Bricker), Lauren Tewes (Cruise Director Julie McCoy), Ted Lange...
- 2/14/2021
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
No one sets out to make a cult movie. Most filmmakers aspire to commercial heights even if they only have the budgets for a B-movie. They see films like Blair Witch realign box office accounting and apply all kinds of quantum physics to mimic the exponential multiplication. Very few achieve it, and the ones which do usually do it by accident, and certainly not with serious intent. Aliens, Clowns & Geeks is not afraid to be ridiculous. It joins the ranks as such brave films as Attack of the Killer Tomatoes, Killer Klowns From Outer Space, and Frankenhooker.
It is also so much more than these films, dripping with artistry, and yet considerably less, with masturbating aliens, pussy ping pong, and sphincter-pinching obelisks. Richard Elfman’s sci-fi comedy has an abundance of experimental fun and a happily reckless disregard for taste. It owes as much to Frank Zappa as it does to Frank Capra,...
It is also so much more than these films, dripping with artistry, and yet considerably less, with masturbating aliens, pussy ping pong, and sphincter-pinching obelisks. Richard Elfman’s sci-fi comedy has an abundance of experimental fun and a happily reckless disregard for taste. It owes as much to Frank Zappa as it does to Frank Capra,...
- 1/22/2021
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
At the Jan. 3 AFI Awards, Mel Brooks interrupted his speech about the American Film Institute’s women directors program to praise Taika Waititi for Searchlight’s “Jojo Rabbit.” However, he joked, the filmmaker “did not ask my permission to use Hitler!”
It got a big laugh (as Brooks usually does) for the reference to his 1968 movie “The Producers” and the 2001 musical. Brooks may be synonymous with comedic Nazis, but he hardly invented the concept.
On Aug. 14, 1940, Variety hailed the Hitler-Mussolini satire “The Great Dictator” as “probably the motion picture industry’s greatest one-man show,” because Charlie Chaplin, wrote, directed, starred and totally financed the $2.2 million film himself. The reviewer wrote, “The preaching is strong, notably in the six-minute speech at the finish, but also in the comedy.”
Two years later, Ernst Lubitsch directed (from Edwin Justus Meyer’s script) “To Be or Not to Be,” a 1942 film about Hitler’s 1939 invasion of Poland.
It got a big laugh (as Brooks usually does) for the reference to his 1968 movie “The Producers” and the 2001 musical. Brooks may be synonymous with comedic Nazis, but he hardly invented the concept.
On Aug. 14, 1940, Variety hailed the Hitler-Mussolini satire “The Great Dictator” as “probably the motion picture industry’s greatest one-man show,” because Charlie Chaplin, wrote, directed, starred and totally financed the $2.2 million film himself. The reviewer wrote, “The preaching is strong, notably in the six-minute speech at the finish, but also in the comedy.”
Two years later, Ernst Lubitsch directed (from Edwin Justus Meyer’s script) “To Be or Not to Be,” a 1942 film about Hitler’s 1939 invasion of Poland.
- 1/29/2020
- by Tim Gray
- Variety Film + TV
SAG Awards 2020: In Memoriam segment will honor Diahann Carroll, Doris Day, Luke Perry and who else?
Sunday’s telecast of the 2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards will feature a special In Memoriam segment devoted to many of the actors and actresses who have died since last year’s ceremony in late January. Sure to be among those saluted include Oscar-nominated actresses Diahann Carroll and Doris Day, plus nominated “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” actor Luke Perry. Visit our own Gold Derby memoriam gallery for the year of 2019.
The 26th annual ceremony will be live on TNT and TBS on Sunday, January 19, at 8:00 p.m. Et; 5:00 p.m. Pt. The SAG life achievement award will be presented to Robert De Niro.
SEE2020 SAG Awards nominations: Full list of Screen Actors Guild Awards nominees
Over 100 people in SAG/AFTRA have passed away in the past 12 months. Which of the following 50+ names will also be featured in the televised tribute?
Julie Adams
Danny Aiello
Jed Allan
Bibi Andersson...
The 26th annual ceremony will be live on TNT and TBS on Sunday, January 19, at 8:00 p.m. Et; 5:00 p.m. Pt. The SAG life achievement award will be presented to Robert De Niro.
SEE2020 SAG Awards nominations: Full list of Screen Actors Guild Awards nominees
Over 100 people in SAG/AFTRA have passed away in the past 12 months. Which of the following 50+ names will also be featured in the televised tribute?
Julie Adams
Danny Aiello
Jed Allan
Bibi Andersson...
- 1/17/2020
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Amid the chaos that was 2019, the show business industry lost some major players. There were icons of the big screen and TV, along with such legends as Broadway director Harold Prince and actress Carol Channing; singers Eddie Money, Ric Ocasek and José José; musicians Peter Tork, Ginger Baker and Dr. John; and composers Michel Legrand, André Previn and Jerry Herman, to name just a few of the year’s high-profile passings.
Hollywood also lost groundbreaking directors, unforgettable writers, and executives.
Familiar actors who left us this year include Robert Forster, Luke Perry, Katherine Helmond, Rutger Hauer, Jan-Michael Vincent, Arte Johnson, Rip Torn, Diahann Carroll, Peter “Chewbacca” Mayhew, Cameron Boyce, Bob Einstein, Seymour Cassel, Michael J. Pollard and Danny Aiello.
Hollywood also lost groundbreaking directors, unforgettable writers, and executives.
Familiar actors who left us this year include Robert Forster, Luke Perry, Katherine Helmond, Rutger Hauer, Jan-Michael Vincent, Arte Johnson, Rip Torn, Diahann Carroll, Peter “Chewbacca” Mayhew, Cameron Boyce, Bob Einstein, Seymour Cassel, Michael J. Pollard and Danny Aiello.
- 1/1/2020
- by Erik Pedersen and Brandon Choe
- Deadline Film + TV
The special “In Memoriam” segment on the 2019 Emmy Awards ceremony will be especially tearful this year. Beloved television legends Tim Conway, Doris Day, Bob Einstein, Valerie Harper, Katherine Helmond, Peggy Lipton, Penny Marshall, Luke Perry, John Singleton and Rip Torn will certainly be just a few people honored with in a musical tribute performed by pop star Halsey.
Let’s take a look back at these TV icons as well as over 60 others who have died since mid-September last year. Many will be included in the memoriam for the live Emmys ceremony for Fox on September 22.
SEECelebrity Deaths 2019: In Memoriam Gallery
Tim Conway died on May 14 at age 85. The comedy legend won six Emmy Awards during his lengthy career, including four for “The Carol Burnett Show,” one for “Coach” and one for “30 Rock.” He was inducted into the TV Academy Hall of Fame in 2002.
Legendary singer and actress...
Let’s take a look back at these TV icons as well as over 60 others who have died since mid-September last year. Many will be included in the memoriam for the live Emmys ceremony for Fox on September 22.
SEECelebrity Deaths 2019: In Memoriam Gallery
Tim Conway died on May 14 at age 85. The comedy legend won six Emmy Awards during his lengthy career, including four for “The Carol Burnett Show,” one for “Coach” and one for “30 Rock.” He was inducted into the TV Academy Hall of Fame in 2002.
Legendary singer and actress...
- 9/21/2019
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Arte Johnson, an Emmy Award-winning comedian best known for his work on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, died Wednesday at the age of 90, our sister publication Variety reports, citing heart failure as his official cause of death.
Born Jan. 20, 1929 in Benton Harbor, Mich., Johnson appeared in a number of TV shows and movies before landing a spot on Laugh-In, the NBC sketch comedy series (1968–1971) that made him a household name. Among his more popular characters was Wolfgang, a German soldier who didn’t seem to realize that World War II had ended. Wolfgang came equipped with an iconic catchphrase (“Verrrry interesting…...
Born Jan. 20, 1929 in Benton Harbor, Mich., Johnson appeared in a number of TV shows and movies before landing a spot on Laugh-In, the NBC sketch comedy series (1968–1971) that made him a household name. Among his more popular characters was Wolfgang, a German soldier who didn’t seem to realize that World War II had ended. Wolfgang came equipped with an iconic catchphrase (“Verrrry interesting…...
- 7/3/2019
- TVLine.com
Arte Johnson, who won an Emmy for his work on “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In,” has died at the age of 90.
Johnson died of heart failure on Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, according to The Hollywood Reporter, which first broke the news Wednesday. His death followed a three-year battle with bladder and prostate cancer.
The actor starred on “Laugh-In” from 1968 to 1973, playing a variety of characters including his best known, the Nazi soldier Wolfgang, who is known for his catchphrase, “Very interesting.” The phrase would go on to become the title of his own sketch comedy special, which aired on NBC in 1970.
Also Read: Hollywood's Notable Deaths of 2019 (Photos)
For his work on “Laugh-In,” Johnson was awarded an Emmy in 1969 and received two additional nominations.
His other TV roles included appearances on “Alfred Hitchcock Presents,” “Bewitched,” “The Twilight Zone,” “The Donna Reed Show” and “Lost in Space.” In...
Johnson died of heart failure on Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, according to The Hollywood Reporter, which first broke the news Wednesday. His death followed a three-year battle with bladder and prostate cancer.
The actor starred on “Laugh-In” from 1968 to 1973, playing a variety of characters including his best known, the Nazi soldier Wolfgang, who is known for his catchphrase, “Very interesting.” The phrase would go on to become the title of his own sketch comedy special, which aired on NBC in 1970.
Also Read: Hollywood's Notable Deaths of 2019 (Photos)
For his work on “Laugh-In,” Johnson was awarded an Emmy in 1969 and received two additional nominations.
His other TV roles included appearances on “Alfred Hitchcock Presents,” “Bewitched,” “The Twilight Zone,” “The Donna Reed Show” and “Lost in Space.” In...
- 7/3/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Arte Johnson, who won an Emmy for his memorable work on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In and worked in TV and film for nearly half a century, died early Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, his family said announced. He was 90 and had battled bladder and prostate cancer for the past three years.
Johnson earned three consecutive Emmy noms for Laugh-In from 1969-71, winning the first year. He was part of the politically tinged NBC sketch series’ main cast from its launch in January 1968 until 1971, playing myriad characters in the show that launched the careers of such stars as Lily Tomlin, Goldie Hawn, Eileen Brennan, Henry Gibson, Jo Anne Worley and many others.
Among his most popular characters was Wolfgang, a cigarette-smoking German soldier who believed that World War II was still ongoing, as he scouted the show while hidden behind bushes. He would then invariably comment on the preceding sketch...
Johnson earned three consecutive Emmy noms for Laugh-In from 1969-71, winning the first year. He was part of the politically tinged NBC sketch series’ main cast from its launch in January 1968 until 1971, playing myriad characters in the show that launched the careers of such stars as Lily Tomlin, Goldie Hawn, Eileen Brennan, Henry Gibson, Jo Anne Worley and many others.
Among his most popular characters was Wolfgang, a cigarette-smoking German soldier who believed that World War II was still ongoing, as he scouted the show while hidden behind bushes. He would then invariably comment on the preceding sketch...
- 7/3/2019
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Arte Johnson, Emmy-winning star of 1960s and ’70s comedy sketch show “Laugh-In,” died July 3 in Los Angeles of heart failure. He was 90.
On “Laugh-In,” he was most familiar as Wolfgang, the German soldier who thought World War II was still going on. His catchphrase “Very interesting…” was one of many that caught on from the hit show. He won one Emmy for the show and was nominated two more times.
Johnson appeared in early TV series including “Sally” and “Hennesey.” He appeared in the “Twilight Zone” episdoe “The Whole Truth” as a car salesman who punches a used car lot owner.
His other TV appearances included “Bewitched,” “Lost in Space” and “The Donna Reed Show.”
He did voice work for cartoons including “The 13 Ghosts of Scooby-Doo,” “Ducktales” and “Animaniacs.”
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Gisela, and his brother, Coslogh. Donations maybe be made to Actors & Others for Animals,...
On “Laugh-In,” he was most familiar as Wolfgang, the German soldier who thought World War II was still going on. His catchphrase “Very interesting…” was one of many that caught on from the hit show. He won one Emmy for the show and was nominated two more times.
Johnson appeared in early TV series including “Sally” and “Hennesey.” He appeared in the “Twilight Zone” episdoe “The Whole Truth” as a car salesman who punches a used car lot owner.
His other TV appearances included “Bewitched,” “Lost in Space” and “The Donna Reed Show.”
He did voice work for cartoons including “The 13 Ghosts of Scooby-Doo,” “Ducktales” and “Animaniacs.”
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Gisela, and his brother, Coslogh. Donations maybe be made to Actors & Others for Animals,...
- 7/3/2019
- by Pat Saperstein
- Variety Film + TV
Arte Johnson, the comic best known for the hilarious characters he created for the 1960s NBC smash hit Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, has died. He was 90.
The 5-foot-4 Johnson, a master of ad libs, double-talk and dialects who was content to be a "second banana," died Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles of heart failure following a three-year battle with bladder and prostate cancer, his family announced.
Johnson cracked up Laugh-In audiences with his portrayal of Wolfgang, a former German storm trooper who muttered "Verry interesting" to the most cracked proposals (or, "Verry ...
The 5-foot-4 Johnson, a master of ad libs, double-talk and dialects who was content to be a "second banana," died Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles of heart failure following a three-year battle with bladder and prostate cancer, his family announced.
Johnson cracked up Laugh-In audiences with his portrayal of Wolfgang, a former German storm trooper who muttered "Verry interesting" to the most cracked proposals (or, "Verry ...
Arte Johnson, the comic best known for the hilarious characters he created for the 1960s NBC smash hit Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, has died. He was 90.
The 5-foot-4 Johnson, a master of ad libs, double-talk and dialects who was content to be a "second banana," died Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles of heart failure following a three-year battle with bladder and prostate cancer, his family announced.
Johnson cracked up Laugh-In audiences with his portrayal of Wolfgang, a former German storm trooper who muttered "Verry interesting" to the most cracked proposals (or, "Verry ...
The 5-foot-4 Johnson, a master of ad libs, double-talk and dialects who was content to be a "second banana," died Wednesday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles of heart failure following a three-year battle with bladder and prostate cancer, his family announced.
Johnson cracked up Laugh-In audiences with his portrayal of Wolfgang, a former German storm trooper who muttered "Verry interesting" to the most cracked proposals (or, "Verry ...
Netflix has announced a new special Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate, a 50th anniversary tribute to the sketch comedy program Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In (1968-1973).
Hosted by original Laugh-In cast member Lily Tomlin and filmed at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theater, the special will feature appearances by Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish, Neil Patrick Harris, Taye Diggs, Michael Douglas, Chelsea Handler, Jay Leno, Rita Moreno, Rita Wilson, Jo Anne Worley, Snoop Dogg, Maria Bamford, Margaret Cho, Jameela Jamil and more.
“The special, which was taped at Hollywood’s Dolby Theater, is filled...
Hosted by original Laugh-In cast member Lily Tomlin and filmed at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theater, the special will feature appearances by Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish, Neil Patrick Harris, Taye Diggs, Michael Douglas, Chelsea Handler, Jay Leno, Rita Moreno, Rita Wilson, Jo Anne Worley, Snoop Dogg, Maria Bamford, Margaret Cho, Jameela Jamil and more.
“The special, which was taped at Hollywood’s Dolby Theater, is filled...
- 4/19/2019
- by Claire Shaffer
- Rollingstone.com
Has any entertainment scripted project ever featured more Oscar winners? Tour our photo gallery above to see which 32 Academy Awards champs made appearances on the very popular Aaron Spelling show “The Love Boat.” Can you guess all 32 of these awards champs?
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues.
Seetv Hall of Fame: Top 50 best choices who should be inducted next
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others. The charming actors throughout the decade were Gavin MacLeod (Captain Merrill Stubing), Bernie Kopell (Dr.
For one full decade of 1977 to 1987, ABC could count on its comedy/drama series “The Love Boat” to bring in millions of audience members on Saturday nights. The show would have multiple story arcs (often three for a one-hour episode) with five to 10 celebrity guest stars each time. Some arcs were playing out for laughs, others for romance and the remainder could take on tough issues.
Seetv Hall of Fame: Top 50 best choices who should be inducted next
Regular cast members would either take command of some segments or be in the backseat on others. The charming actors throughout the decade were Gavin MacLeod (Captain Merrill Stubing), Bernie Kopell (Dr.
- 4/2/2019
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Sock it to me! Netflix will pay tribute to NBC’s seminal sketch comedy series Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In with Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate. The special celebration will be taped March 8 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood with original cast member Lily Tomlin performing and the show’s legendary director-producer George Schlatter in attendance.
The evening will mark the iconic series’ 50th anniversary with homages and modern takes on quintessential sketches and acts from the original series. Tomlin will reprise her memorable characters Edith Ann — she of the oversized rocking chair — and snorting phone operator Ernestine. Joining Tomlin for the tribute will be star-studded lineup of comedians, actors and musicians including Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish, Neil Patrick Harris, Taye Diggs, Michael Douglas, Jay Leno, Rita Moreno, Rita Wilson, JoAnne Worley, Maria Bamford, Margaret Cho, Ron Funches, Brad Garrett, Nikki Glaser, Lisa Ann Walter, Bobby Moynihan, Cheri Oteri, Rob Riggle,...
The evening will mark the iconic series’ 50th anniversary with homages and modern takes on quintessential sketches and acts from the original series. Tomlin will reprise her memorable characters Edith Ann — she of the oversized rocking chair — and snorting phone operator Ernestine. Joining Tomlin for the tribute will be star-studded lineup of comedians, actors and musicians including Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish, Neil Patrick Harris, Taye Diggs, Michael Douglas, Jay Leno, Rita Moreno, Rita Wilson, JoAnne Worley, Maria Bamford, Margaret Cho, Ron Funches, Brad Garrett, Nikki Glaser, Lisa Ann Walter, Bobby Moynihan, Cheri Oteri, Rob Riggle,...
- 3/4/2019
- by Dino-Ray Ramos
- Deadline Film + TV
For George Schlatter, the creator of Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, there was a key moment when the Classic TV comedy sketch series had gone from an oddity to cultural phenomenon: Sammy Davis, Jr., an old friend, was making a guest appearance on the show. They were joking around with comedy bits involving a judge, when, according to George, Sammy came up with the phrase, "Here come da judge!", which would lead into a sketch about the banter between a defendant and a judge dressed in black robe and oversized wig (becoming a national catchphrase in the process). "We taped 'Here Come Da Judge' at two in the morning," says George exclusively. "It was so funny that we put it on the next show. Suddenly people were walking down the hall saying, 'Here come da judge.' The show went on that Monday night, and Tuesday or Wedneday morning when the Supreme Court came into the courtroom,...
- 5/14/2018
- by Ed Gross
- Closer Weekly
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