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Details on the Doctor Who Genesis Story: An Adventure in Space and Time

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Doctor Who An Adventure in Space and Time
An Adventure in Space and Time, the First Doctor, William Hartnell (David Bradley), and Carole Ann Ford (Claudia Grant) - Photo Credit: HAL SHINNIE, © BBC 2013
Coming to BBC America on November 22, 2013 is the story of how Doctor Who began 50 years ago in An Adventure in Space and Time starring David Bradley, Jessica Raine, and Brian Cox. The special will air at 9pm ET/PT.
 
“An Adventure in Space and Time is principally a human interest story you can enjoy even if you know nothing about Doctor Who,” says writer and executive producer, Mark Gatiss. “You’ll see the story of some amazing people who come together under extraordinary circumstances to create this wonderful thing that is still with us today.”
 
Directed by Terry McDonough (Breaking Bad), written by Mark Gatiss, and executive produced by Steven Moffat and Caroline Skinner, An Adventure in Space and Time asks and answers the question: “What do you get when you mix C.S. Lewis with H.G. Wells, and sprinkle in a bit of Father Christmas? An alien Time Lord exploring space and time in a Police Box spaceship called the ‘TARDIS’ (Time And Relative Dimension in Space).”
 
The Details:
 
Travel back to witness the genius that was the first Doctor, William Hartnell (David Bradley, Game of Thrones, Broadchurch) and the unlikely production team behind the series, Verity Lambert (Jessica Raine, Call the Midwife), Waris Hussein (Sacha Dhawan, After Earth) and Sydney Newman (Brian Cox, The Bourne Identity, X2: X-Men United). […]The stylish drama reveals the struggles and ultimate triumph of the British series created to “keep the sports fans and kids hooked.”
 
An unlikely trio of misfits set out to create a genre series that all ages would love. A 55-year-old actor conceivably at the end of a frustrating career, a former production assistant fighting to make her mark in television, and a foreign born, novice director were tasked with bringing a vision for an exciting new science fiction story to life. William ‘Bill’ Hartnell, displeased with his career, was presented with a chance to break out of the hard-man roles he’d become known for. And with the instincts of first time producer, Verity Lambert and first time director, Waris Hussein, The Doctor was born. As the success of the show grew, William went from unhappy curmudgeon to beloved television star who relished his career resurgence and found a new lease on life. But all good things come to an end. How will Bill face leaving behind the part that has made him a hero to millions of children? And can the show survive without him? Journey back fifty years through space and time to witness the exciting beginning and untimely end of the First Doctor in this touching drama.
 
Source: BBC America
 
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Eminem on ‘SNL’ – “Berzerk” and “Survival” Videos

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Rebecca Murray
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Eminem was the November 2, 2013 musical guest on Saturday Night Live, performing two of his new songs – “Berzerk” and “Survival” – off of his upcoming album, The Marshall Mathers LP 2. The 41-year-old rapper was at the center of heated Tweets following his performances, as many SNL viewers thought he lip-synced both songs. However, on Monday, November 4th his rep told E News that Eminem wasn’t lip-syncing, but instead it was a case of doubling his vocals live.

“He only does it sporadically through the songs. They’re accent tracks,” offered the rapper’s rep.

Liam Hemsworth and ‘Hunger Games’ Help Out Children’s Charity

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Rebecca Murray
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Liam Hemsworth The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Variety Benefit Event
Liam Hemsworth stars as Gale Hawthorne in 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' (Photo credit: Murray Close)

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire director Francis Lawrence and actor Liam Hemsworth (‘Gale’) will be helping to support Variety – The Children’s Charity of Eastern Tennessee with a special benefit screening of the much-anticipated second film of the franchise on November 19, 2013. Teaming up with Regal Entertainment Group, the special screening will be held at the Regal Cinemas Pinnacle Stadium 18 IMX & RPX in Knoxville, Tennessee.

“Regal is rolling out the red carpet in Knoxville to honor Liam Hemsworth and Francis Lawrence who are scheduled to attend this fundraiser for special needs children in the region. I’m certain that East Tennesseans will turn out in force to support this special screening before the film debuts in theatres,” stated Greg Dunn president and chief operating officer of Regal Entertainment Group. “We extend our sincerest gratitude to our friends at Lionsgate Entertainment for making this possible. The fact that this screening is benefiting Variety – The Children’s Charity shows the level of cooperation between our two companies.”

“To me, this film franchise is a celebration of individuals who are able to overcome great odds without sacrificing their humanity. Holding a benefit screening to help children is a great way for this movie and these stars to assist others,” added Ted Cooper, senior vice president of film at Regal Entertainment Group and president of the East Tennessee Variety chapter. “After the success of the first movie and the books, we know there is an enormous fan base that is more than eager to see the new film premiere.”

In addition to being one of the first audiences to see the film, those who attend the benefit screening of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire will get to take part in a catered reception.

The Plot:

In Catching Fire, Katniss Everdeen, played by Jennifer Lawrence, has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark, played by Josh Hutcherson. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.




Disney Publishing Picks Up Zodiac from Stan Lee

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Rebecca Murray
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Zodiac Book with Stan LeeComic book legend Stan Lee and Stuart Moore’s Zodiac, based on the Chinese zodiac, has been picked up by Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW). The new book will feature illustrations by Andie Tang and will hit stores in hardcover on January 27, 2015.
 
“I’m thrilled to be working with Disney Publishing Worldwide with whom I always hoped to develop this project. Our partnership has been enormously fruitful, collaborative and great fun,” said Lee.
 
The Plot:
 
Zodiac is an action-packed illustrated novel that follows Steven Lee, a young Chinese-American teen who is drawn into a mysterious conspiracy surrounding twelve mystical pools of energy and a power-hungry secret organization. When he and other randomly chosen teens around the world are suddenly gifted with magical powers, they’ll have to find each other and learn how to handle fantastic abilities and responsibilities. Their greatest hopes and deepest fears will be brought to light by the powers of the zodiac!
 
Source: Disney Publishing Worldwide
 
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‘Frozen’ Soundtrack Details and Release Date

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Frozen Soundtrack

Kristen Anderson-Lopez (Winnie the Pooh) and Robert Lopez (The Book of Mormon) contribute eight original songs to the soundtrack of Frozen, Walt Disney Animation Studios upcoming animated comedy featuring the voices of Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel. Christophe Beck contributes the score to the animated film set in a winter wonderland and based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen while Demi Lovato’s “Let It Go” will be heard over the end credits of the film.

The Frozen soundtrack will arrive in stores on November 25, 2013, two days before the film directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee arrives in theaters.

“Jennifer, Chris and the team have created a film with an engaging setting full of compelling characters,” said producer Peter Del Vecho. “The music elevates and propels this storytelling. The songwriters Kristen and Bobby participated in the creation of the story. We met with them for two hours each day via video conference while we were building our plot—not necessarily about the songs, but about the characters: who they are, how they think, what they want. Each song enhances and expands the story in a way that fully engages the audience in this world.”

Frozen Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Track List:

    “Frozen Heart” Performed by Cast
    “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” Performed by Kristen Bell, Agatha Lee Monn and
    Katie Lopez
    “For the First Time in Forever” Performed by Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel
    “Love Is an Open Door” Performed by Kristen Bell and Santino Fontana
    “Let It Go” Performed by Idina Menzel
    “Reindeer(s) Are Better Than People” Performed by Jonathan Groff
    “In Summer” Performed by Josh Gad
    “For the First Time in Forever” (Reprise) Performed by Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel
    “Fixer Upper” Performed by Maia Wilson and Cast
    “Let It Go” (Demi Lovato Version) Performed by Demi Lovato
    Vuelie (Featuring Cantus) Score
    Elsa and Anna Score
    The Trolls Score
    Coronation Day Score
    Heimr Àrnadalr Score
    Winter’s Waltz Score
    Sorcery Score
    Royal Pursuit Score
    Onward and Upward Score
    Wolves Score
    The North Mountain Score
    We Were So Close Score
    Marshmallow Attack! Score
    Conceal, Don’t Feel Score
    Only An Act of True Love Score
    Summit Siege Score
    Return to Arendelle Score
    Treason Score
    Some People Are Worth Melting For Score
    Whiteout Score
    The Great Thaw (Vuelie Reprise) Score
    Epilogue Score

The Plot:

Walt Disney Animation Studios, the studio behind Tangled and Wreck-It Ralph, presents Frozen, a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven—to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf (voice of Josh Gad), Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Worldwide Fan Event

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Rebecca Murray
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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Trailer
Evangeline Lilly as Tauriel in 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' (Photo © 2013 Warner Bros. Pictures)
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug cast members Orlando Bloom, Evangeline Lilly, Lee Pace, Richard Armitage, Andy Serkis, and Luke Evans will be taking part in a global fan celebration today at 5pm ET/2pm PT. The live Q&A will also include director Peter Jackson and will debut new footage from the upcoming second film of The Hobbit series.
 
The Details:
 
“At each of the satellite-linked cinemas in four host cities—Los Angeles, New York, London and Wellington—Jackson and members of his cast and filmmaking team will gather with fans to show exclusive footage from The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug and answer questions in front of a live audience, as well as offer a few surprises.”
 
Anderson Cooper hosts the event, and along with Armitage and Bloom he’ll be live from New York. Evangeline Lilly (‘Tauriel’) will be taking part in Los Angeles while Lee Pace (‘ElF King Thranduil’), Luke Evans (‘Bard the Bowman’), and Andy Serkis (‘Gollum’) will join the event from London. Peter Jackson will be set up in Wellington, New Zealand to answer questions.
 
For those who can’t make it to one of the host cities, you can catch the event live online (although Warner Bros says the footage shown will be an edited version).
 
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug stars Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey, Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins, and Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield. The cast also includes Benedict Cumberbatch, Ken Stott, James Nesbitt, John Bell, Manu Bennett, Jed Brophy, Adam Brown, John Callen, Ryan Gage, Mark Hadlow, Peter Hambleton, Stephen Hunter, William Kircher, Lawrence Makoare, Sylvester McCoy, Graham McTavish, Dean O’Gorman, Mikael Persbrandt, and Aidan Turner.
 
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug opens in theaters on December 13, 2013.
 

 
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‘The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug’ Shows Off a New Poster

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Rebecca Murray
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The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Poster

What do you think of this gorgeous new poster for The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug? Featuring all of the main characters, this new one sheet for the upcoming December 13, 2013 release puts Gandalf front and center, surrounded by his key allies.

The Plot:

The film continues the adventure of the title character Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) as he journeys with the Wizard Gandalf and thirteen Dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield, on an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor. Having survived the beginning of their unexpected journey, the Company continues East, encountering along the way the skin-changer Beorn and a swarm of giant Spiders in the treacherous Mirkwood Forest.

After escaping capture by the dangerous Woodland Elves, the Dwarves journey to Lake-town, and finally to the Lonely Mountain itself, where they must face the greatest danger of all—a creature more terrifying than any before, which will test not only the depth of their courage but the limits of their friendship and the wisdom of the journey itself—the Dragon Smaug.

TNT Greenlights New Investigation Series with Troy Dunn

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Rebecca Murray
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APB with Troy Dunn
APB with Troy Dunn (Photo Courtesy of TNT)

It doesn’t have a permanent, official title yet, but APB with Troy Dunn does have a premiere date. TNT’s set to debut the new investigation series on January 17, 2014 at 10pm ET/PT starring Troy Dunn (The Locator), an expert on locating long-lost persons.

Season one of the new unscripted series will consist of six hour-long episodes. In addition to starring in the show, Dunn will executive produce along with Pamela Healey, Dan Peirson and Ted Haimes.

The Plot: Troy will use his expertise and experience in answering the pleas of those who are desperate to bring home long-lost loved ones from around the nation. He’s also going to call upon America to get involved in the search. With a new social media app powered by technology exclusive to the show, viewers at home will be able to contribute to Troy’s mission of bringing families and loved ones back together.

People who wish to have Troy investigate their cases in the hopes of finding their loved ones can submit their information via http://on.tnt.tv/eK2ze.

New ‘I, Frankenstein’ Movie Poster with Aaron Eckhart

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Rebecca Murray
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I, Frankenstein Poster

Lionsgate has just debuted this poster for the 2014 sci-fi action movie I, Frankenstein coming to theaters on January 24th. The cast is led by Aaron Eckhart and includes Bill Nighy, Miranda Otto, Jai Courtney, and Yvonne Strahovski.

The Plot:

Set in a dystopic present where vigilant gargoyles and ferocious demons rage in a battle for ultimate power, Victor Frankenstein’s creation Adam (Aaron Eckhart) finds himself caught in the middle as both sides race to discover the secret to his immortality. From the creators of the hit supernatural saga, Underworld, comes the action thriller I, Frankenstein, written for the screen and directed by Stuart Beattie based on the graphic novel I, Frankenstein by Kevin Grevioux.

Emily Wickersham Joins the NCIS Cast

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Emily Wickersham Joins NCIS
Emily Wickersham joins 'NCIS' (Photo © 2013 CBS Broadcasting, Inc.)
CBS’ popular NCIS has a new series regular as of November 19, 2013. Emily Wickersham will be playing NSA Analyst Eleanor ‘Ellie’ Bishop on the show which stars Mark Harmon, Michael Weatherly, Pauley Perrette, and David McCallum.
 
Per CBS, Wickersham’s Ellie is “a mysterious mixture of analytic brilliance, fierce determination and idealism who specializes in international threat assessment and global preparation.” She’ll be introduced after it’s discovered the Secretary of the Navy “was bugged during a confidential briefing, a security breach Bishop described in exact detail two years ago in a threat analysis report. Working side-by-side with Gibbs and the team, Bishop cross-examines the case file to help determine who is behind the crime.”
 
“Emily Wickersham’s Ellie Bishop is proving to perfectly compliment the NCIS team,” said Executive Producer Gary Glasberg. “Her energy and enthusiasm is contagious. Great things are planned for Bishop and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have her on board.”
 
Wickersham’s TV credits include The Sopranos, The Bridge, and Gossip Girl.
 
Source: CBS
 
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