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‘The Originals’ Season Two Episode Eight Preview

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Rebecca Murray
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Claire Holt returns to The Originals tonight for season two’s eighth episode titled “The Brothers That Care Forgot.” Airing at 8pm ET/PT on The CW, the new episode was directed by Michael Allowitz from a script by Charlie Charbonneau and Michelle Paradise.

“The Brothers That Care Forgot” Plot: Rebekah (guest star Claire Holt), who has spent months away living a normal life with baby Hope, finds herself on the run when she realizes Esther (guest star Sonja Sohn) has uncovered her whereabouts. Convinced that Vincent (guest star Yusuf Gatewood) and Kaleb (guest star Daniel Sharman) would be powerful allies in his fight to take down Esther, Klaus (Joseph Morgan) sets a plan in motion to turn his brothers against their mother.

Meanwhile, Hayley (Phoebe Tonkin) is conflicted when she and Jackson (guest star Nathan Parsons) stumble upon an ancient ritual that would get their werewolf packs out from under Esther’s control, but would require her to make a tremendous sacrifice. Elsewhere, Rebekah is concerned when she notices something is off with Elijah (Daniel Gillies).

Finally, Davina (Danielle Campbell) takes matters into her own hands by turning to dark magic, and Cami (Leah Pipes) finds herself at the center of Esther’s dangerous plan. Charles Michael Davis also stars.

The Originals Season 2 Episode 8
Danielle Campbell as Davina, Daniel Sharman as Kaleb and Charles Michael Davis as Marcel in ‘The Originals’ season 2 episode 8 (Photo: Annette Brown © 2014 The CW Network, LLC)

Season 2 Interviews:

Joseph Morgan / Charles Michael Davis / Danielle Campbell / Leah Pipes / Phoebe Tonkin

Nick Offerman’s Comedy Special to Debut in December

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Rebecca Murray
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Nick Offerman Netflix Comedy Special American Ham
Nick Offerman in ‘American Ham’ on Netflix (Photo courtesy: Netflix)

Netflix has set a December 12, 2014 (at 12:01am PT) premiere date for the comedy special Nick Offerman: American Ham. The Parks and Recreation star’s special was taped last March in New York City and will feature Offerman offering up life lessons.

He’ll even be joined be his wife, actress Megan Mullally, as he dishes out 10 tips for prosperity.

“Fed up with abject failure? Lack of meat, cash, or fornication got you down? Refuel yourself with Nick Offerman’s 10 tips for prosperity in his chuckle-licious humor program, American Ham. Mediocre songs, ribald japes, and minor nudity guaranteed.” – Nick Offerman

The comedy special will be a master class in “life, love, woodworking, meat-eating, and being a man,” according to Netflix.

Offerman tweeted out the premiere date news by putting his woodworking skills to good use:

‘Home’ New Trailer: Animated Alien Tale with Jim Parsons and Rihanna

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Rebecca Murray
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Home Releases a New Trailer
Oh (voiced by Jim Parsons) and Tip (voiced by Rihanna) in DreamWorks Animation´s HOME.
(Photo © 2014 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.)

20th Century Fox and DreamWorks Animation have unveiled a new trailer for the animated alien comedy movie Home directed by Tim Johnson and based on Adam Rex’s book The True Meaning of Smekday. Leading the voice cast are Jim Parsons and Rihanna, with Jennifer Lopez and Steve Martin also lending their voices to animated characters.

Home will fly into theaters on March 27, 2015.

The Plot:

When Earth is taken over by the overly-confident Boov, an alien race in search of a new place to call home, all humans are promptly relocated, while all Boov get busy reorganizing the planet. But when one resourceful girl, Tip, (Rihanna, who also contributes a song) manages to avoid capture, she finds herself the accidental accomplice of a banished Boov named Oh (Jim Parsons). The two fugitives realize there’s a lot more at stake than intergalactic relations as they embark on the road trip of a lifetime.

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Idina Menzel Announces a 2015 World Tour

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Idina Menzel Announces 2015 World Tour

Idina Menzel has just announced the North American dates of her 2015 World Tour, with the international dates to be announced soon. Menzel will be kicking off her tour on July 7, 2015 in Richmond, VA, visiting cities including Atlanta, New Orleans, and San Diego before finishing up the North American leg in Los Angeles on October 3rd.

According to the official announcement, ticket pre-sales begin on December 3, 2014.

Idina Menzel 2015 Tour Dates:

Tue July 07 Richmond, VA at Altria Theater

Wed July 08 Baltimore, MD at The Hippodrome Theatre

Fri July 10 Atlantic City, NJ at Borgata Resort Casino & Spa

Sat July 11 Uncasville, CT at Mohegan Sun Arena

Sun July 12 Holmdel, NJ at PNC Bank Arts Center

Tue July 14 Bethlehem, PA at Sands Bethlehem Events Center

Thu July 16 Philadelphia, PA at Mann Center for the Performing Arts

Fri July 17 Wantagh, NY at Nikon at Jones Beach Theater

Sat July 18 Washington, DC at Jiffy Lube Live

Wed July 22 Raleigh, NC at Red Hat Amphitheater

Fri July 24 Atlanta, GA at Delta Classic Chastain Park Amphitheater

Sat July 25 Orlando, FL at Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts

Sun July 26 Boca Raton, FL at Mizner Park Amphitheater

Tue July 28 Clearwater, FL at Ruth Eckerd Hall

Thu July 30 New Orleans, LA at Saenger Theatre

Fri July 31 Houston, TX at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

Sat Aug. 01 Austin, TX at Bass Concert Hall

Wed Aug. 05 Seattle, WA at Paramount Theatre

Fri Aug. 07 Concord, CA at Concord Pavilion

Sat Aug. 08 San Diego, CA at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

Sun Aug. 09 Phoenix, AZ at Comerica Theatre

Tue Aug. 11 Morrison, CO at Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Wed Aug. 12 Kansas City, MO at Starlight Theatre

Thu Aug. 13 Minneapolis, MN at Northrop Auditorium

Sat Aug. 15 Nashville, TN at Venue TBA

Sun Aug. 16 Chicago, IL at Jay Pritzker Pavilion

Tue Aug. 18 Cincinnati, OH at PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center

Wed Aug. 19 Columbus, OH at Palace Theatre

Fri Aug. 21 Cuyahoga Falls, OH at Blossom Music Center

Sat Aug. 22 Detroit, MI at Fox Theatre

Sun Aug. 23 Indianapolis, IN at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre

Tue Aug. 25 Pittsburgh, PA at Benedum Center

Wed Aug. 26 Norfolk, VA at Chrysler Hall

Fri Aug. 28 Boston, MA at Blue Hills Bank Pavilion

Sat Aug. 29 Lenox, MA at Tanglewood

Sun Aug. 30 Canadaigua, NY at CMAC

Tue Sept. 01 Montreal, QC at Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier at Place Des Arts

Wed Sept. 02 Toronto, ON at Sony Centre for the Performing Arts

Sat Oct. 03 Los Angeles, CA at Hollywood Bowl


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Filming Gets Underway on ‘The Last Kingdom’

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Rebecca Murray
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The Last Kingdom Series Comes to BBC America

BBC America and BBC Two announced production has begun on the historical drama The Last Kingdom based on Bernard Cornwell’s The Saxon Stories. BAFTA nominee Stephen Butchard adapted Cornwell’s bestselling book series into eight 60 minute episodes starring Alexander Dreymon, Rutger Hauer, David Dawson, Emily Cox, Matthew Macfadyen, Ian Hart, Tobias Santelmann, Thomas W. Gabrielsson, Peter Gantzler, Joseph Millson, Alexandre Willaume, Rune Temte, Henning Valin Jakobsen, Tom Taylor, Jocelyn Macnab, and Madeleine Power.

Nick Murphy’s attached to directing multiple episodes, with Gareth Neame, Nigel Marchant, and Stephen Butchard executive producing.

“Cornwell’s Saxon novels combine historical figures and events with fiction in an utterly compelling way,” stated Gareth Neame. “In the hands of Stephen Butchard we believe it will make original and engrossing television drama. In part the epic quest of our hero Uhtred, it is also a fascinating re-telling of the tale of King Alfred the Great and how he united the many separate kingdoms on this island into what would become England. Our cast has been drawn together from eight different European countries, providing us with the unique opportunity to create a truly international show, tap into a rich seam of talent and bring them to a new global audience.”

“The Last Kingdom is an engrossing tale of warrior kings, tested loyalties and the universal human search for identity. We couldn’t have a better team onboard to deliver a drama of epic scale brimming with excitement, smart storytelling and compelling characters,” explained Richard De Croce, SVP Programming, BBC AMERICA.


The Plot [Courtesy of BBC America]

9th century AD; many of the separate kingdoms of what we now know as England have fallen to the invading Vikings, only the great Kingdom of Wessex stands defiant under its visionary King Alfred the Great (Dawson). It is the last kingdom.

Against this turbulent backdrop lives Uhtred (Dreymon), born the son of a Saxon nobleman, he is orphaned by the Vikings and then kidnapped and raised as one of their own. Forced to choose between the country of his birth and the people of his upbringing, his loyalties are ever tested. What is he – Saxon or Viking? On a quest to claim his birthright, Uhtred must tread a dangerous path between both sides if he is to play his part in the birth of a new nation and, ultimately, recapture his ancestral lands.

The Last Kingdom, made by Carnival Films (Downton Abbey), is a show of heroic deeds and epic battles but with a thematic depth that embraces politics, religion, warfare, courage, love, loyalty and our universal search for identity. Combining real historical figures and events with fictional characters, it is the story of how a people combined their strength under one of the most iconic kings of history in order to reclaim their land for themselves and build a place they call home.

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‘Far From the Madding Crowd’ Debuts a Gorgeous New Trailer

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Rebecca Murray
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Far From the Madding Crowd Movie Trailer
Matthias Schoenaerts and Carey Mulligan in ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’ (Photo © 2014 Fox Searchlight)

The first trailer has arrived for the romantic drama Far From the Madding Crowd based on Thomas Hardy’s classic novel. Carey Mulligan takes on the lead role of a woman wooed by three persistent men. Michael Sheen, Tom Sturridge, and Matthias Schoenaerts co-star as the suitors hoping to win the hand of Bathsheba (Mulligan).

Far From the Madding Crowd was directed by Thomas Vinterberg (The Hunt) and will open in theaters in 2015.

The Plot:

Far From the Madding Crowd is the story of independent, beautiful and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene who attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak (Schoenaerts), a sheep farmer, captivated by her fetching wilfulness; Frank Troy (Sturridge), a handsome and reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood (Sheen), a prosperous and mature bachelor. This timeless story of Bathsheba’s choices and passions explores the nature of relationships and love – as well as the human ability to overcome hardships through resilience and perseverance.

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CBS Plans Very Special Primetime Holiday Episodes

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Rebecca Murray
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CBS Announces Special Holiday Themed Episodes
A scene from ‘The McCarthys’ (Photo Credit: CBS)

Special holiday-themed episodes are planned for CBS’s primetime lineup, with Hawaii Five-O, The Big Bang Theory, and the NCIS shows all setting up “festive” episodes. Two and a Half Men, Scorpion, and 2 Broke Girls will also air holiday-themed episodes.

In addition, CBS will air the following holiday specials:
– A Very Grammy Christmas (Friday, Dec. 5, 9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT)
– The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show (Tuesday, Dec. 9, 10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT)
– Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT)
– Frosty the Snowman (Friday, Nov. 28, 9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT)

2014 Holiday-Themed Storylines:

TUESDAY, NOV. 25

NCIS (8:00-9:00 PM)

“Grounded” – While stuck at Dulles Airport due to inclement weather during the Thanksgiving travel surge, DiNozzo, Bishop and her husband, Jake, work an NCIS case involving an elevated terrorist threat at Northeast airports. Jamie Bamber guest stars as Jake.

NCIS: NEW ORLEANS (9:00-10:00 PM)

“Chasing Ghosts” – After a stolen Navy-issued gun is found to belong to a Chief Petty Officer who died 40 years ago, the NCIS team reopens the cold case, one that Wade has personally tracked and investigated for years. Also, the team prepares for their annual Thanksgiving dinner together. Steven Weber and Dean Stockwell guest star.

THURSDAY, NOV. 27

THE McCARTHYS (9:30-10:00 PM)

“Thanks a Lot, Ronny” – During Thanksgiving dinner, the McCarthy family works together to manipulate Gerard into breaking up with his offensive girlfriend. Jessica St. Clair guest stars as Gerard’s girlfriend, Katrina.

THURSDAY, DEC. 11

THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:30 PM)

“The Clean Room Infiltration” – Leonard and Wolowitz turn to Raj for help in dealing with a work emergency. Also, Amy throws an authentic Victorian Christmas party, and Sheldon seeks revenge on her for making him celebrate the holidays.

FRIDAY, DEC. 12

HAWAII FIVE-0 (9:00-10:00 PM)

“Ke Koho Mamao Aku (Longshot)” – It’s Christmas in Hawaii and Five-0 travels to the Big Island, where Max is forced to work with a rival medical examiner after a cowboy is poisoned. Also, McGarrett pressures Danny to steal a Christmas tree.

MONDAY, DEC. 15

2 BROKE GIRLS (8:00-8:30 PM)

“And a Loan for Christmas” – Max and Caroline get a bank loan so they can mass-produce their cupcake T-shirts to sell at high-end boutiques. Also, the diner gang poses in Chestnut’s barn as part of a holiday decorating contest Sophie entered.

SCORPION (9:00-10:00 PM)

“Dominoes” – On Christmas Eve, Team Scorpion races to find a way to save a young boy’s life after he is trapped in a beachside cave and the rising tide threatens to drown him.

NCIS: LOS ANGELES (10:00-11:00 PM)

“Humbug” – The team investigates a burglary at a cyber-security company, but Callen must steer clear after Hetty reveals that his girlfriend, Joelle, is one of the lead witnesses. Also, the team discusses their personal holiday travel plans.

TUESDAY, DEC. 16

NCIS (8:00-9:00 PM)

“House Rules” – The NCIS team consults with three cyber-terrorists they imprisoned after a citywide Internet shutdown the week before Christmas. Also, McGee reflects on the case and Gibbs’ infamous rules as he pens a heartfelt letter to his father.

NCIS: NEW ORLEANS (9:00-10:00 PM)

“Stolen Valor” – The NCIS team investigates the murder of a retired SEAL who tracked down individuals impersonating military personnel. The case takes a mysterious turn, though, when the lead suspect is found with the Navy jacket of an officer believed to have been killed in the line of duty in Afghanistan. Also, Brody discovers the normally holiday-obsessed Lasalle is inexplicably unenthusiastic about Christmas.

THURSDAY, DEC. 18

TWO AND A HALF MEN (9:00-9:30 PM)

“Clockwise in Back Hole until Tight” – Walden and Alan are determined to convince their foster child, Louis, that Santa Claus is real. Melanie Lynskey returns as Rose.

THE McCARTHYS (9:30-10:00 PM)

“Red Sox Swap” – When Pam (guest star Alyson Hannigan), the McCarthys’ upstairs tenant, is heartbroken over a recent breakup, Marjorie invites her to celebrate Christmas with the family and watch them play their extremely competitive annual gift exchange game, “Red Sox Swap.” Gilles Marini, Jeff Hiller and Jessica St. Clair also guest star.

First Look: ‘Strange Magic’ Movie Trailer

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Rebecca Murray
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Strange Magic Movie Trailer
Dawn (voice of newcomer Meredith Anne Bull) and Marianne (voice of Evan Rachel Wood) in ‘Strange Magic’ (Photo © & TM 2014 Lucasfilm Ltd)

If you think the first trailer for Strange Magic – from the mind of George Lucas – looks a lot like the little-seen animated movie Epic, you’re not alone. Check out the comments on Youtube and Epic is the film most often mentioned.

Directed by Gary Rydstrom, the Strange Magic voice cast includes Alan Cumming, Evan Rachel Wood, Kristin Chenoweth, Maya Rudolph, Sam Palladio, Meredith Anne Bull, Alfred Molina, Elijah Kelley, Bob Einstein, and Peter Stormare.

Touchstone Pictures is releasing Strange Magic in theaters on January 23, 2015.

The Plot:

Strange Magic is a madcap fairy tale musical inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Popular songs from the past six decades help tell the tale of a colorful cast of goblins, elves, fairies and imps, and their hilarious misadventures sparked by the battle over a powerful potion.

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Katy Perry and One Direction Were Big Winners at the American Music Awards

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Rebecca Murray
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One Direction Four Album

Iggy Azalea went into the American Music Awards with the most nominations (six), but only snagged wins in two categories. Instead of Azalea, the night’s big winners were Katy Perry (who couldn’t be in LA to accept her awards on Sunday, November 23, 2014) and One Direction. Both Perry and One Direction earned three awards, with Katy Perry snagging Single of the Year and One Direction earning Artist of the Year honors.

AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS 2014 WINNERS

Single of the Year
Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J – Dark Horse

Artist of the Year
One Direction

New Artist of the Year
5 Seconds of Summer

Dick Clark Award for Excellence
Taylor Swift

Favorite Male Artist – Pop/Rock
Sam Smith

Favorite Female Artist – Pop/Rock
Katy Perry

Favorite Band, Duo or Group – Pop/Rock
One Direction

Favorite Album – Pop/Rock
One Direction – Midnight Memories

Favorite Male Artist – Country
Luke Bryan

Favorite Female Artist – Country
Carrie Underwood

Favorite Band, Duo or Group – Country
Florida Georgia Line

Favorite Album – Country
Brantley Gilbert – Just As I Am

Favorite Artist – Rap/Hip-Hop
Iggy Azalea

Favorite Album – Rap/Hip-Hop
Iggy Azalea – The New Classic

Favorite Male Artist – Soul/R&B
John Legend

Favorite Female Artist – Soul/R&B
Beyoncé

Favorite Album – Soul/R&B
Beyoncé – Beyoncé

Favorite Artist – Alternative Rock
Imagine Dragons

Favorite Artist – Adult Contemporary
Katy Perry

Favorite Artist – Latin
Enrique Iglesias

Favorite Artist – Contemporary Inspirational
Casting Crowns

Favorite Artist – Electronic Dance Music (EDM)
Calvin Harris

Top Soundtrack
Frozen

‘Interstellar’ Soars Past the $400 Million Mark

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Interstellar Passes the $400 Million Mark
Matthew McConaughey in ‘Interstellar’ (Photo by Melinda Sue Gordon © 2014 Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. and Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar has passed the $400 million mark, taking in $328.9 million internationally and another $120.7 million domestically. The movie’s been in theaters for three weekends in the U.S., and internationally it’s the highest grossing Warner Bros release in Korea and the second highest grossing film for WB in China. And of the film’s total box office, $72 million was generated on IMAX screens.

“It is so thrilling to know that audiences of all ages—and the world over—have been captivated by Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar. We are excited to see that the tremendous reaction to the film is being shared among moviegoers everywhere,” said Paramount Pictures’ President of Worldwide Distribution Marketing Megan Colligan.

“Christopher Nolan and his remarkable cast and filmmaking team have delivered another compelling cinematic ride that demands to be experienced on the big screen,” stated Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President, International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures. “The response of both critics and audiences alike is a testament to the film’s originality, spectacular visuals and emotional heft, and we expect enthusiastic word of mouth to continue to propel box office returns as we head into the busy holiday season.”

The cast is led by Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway and includes Jessica Chastain, Bill Irwin, Ellen Burstyn, John Lithgow, Michael Caine, Wes Bentley, Casey Affleck, Mackenzie Foy, Topher Grace, and David Gyasi.


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