Columns
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The Real Story Behind the NBC Telepic ‘My Kidnapper, My Love’
On the drive back, James Stacy says, “My brother will adapt the script.” I knew this day was too good to be true
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Arthur Axelman -
‘Two and a Half Men’: A Cautionary Tale in Sitcom Revamps
“Men” Mach 2 has fallen into a trap created by its own folly
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Ellen Besen -
ESPN: Guilty of Child Abuse by Omission?
Sports by Brooks lays a foundation that should result in the incarceration of every ESPN executive and broadcaster that was aware of the latest alleged outbreak of terror at Syracuse
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Richard Stellar -
Storytelling vs. Story Writing
Maybe we should write novels first — a well-known agent in London advises his clients to write a novel first, both for professional and creative reasons
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Mark W. Travis -
‘Psych’ Creator Steve Franks Talks Shatner, Guest Stars and TV Romance
“Big Daddy” screenwriter Franks also talks about looking ahead to — hopefully — a seventh season for his USA Network hit series
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‘Miracle on Hollywood Boulevard’: A Sidewalk Star for Santa
The Santa star would be a tribute to the many actors who have portrayed Santa Claus over the years — and you can help!
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Dan Bloom -
Creative England Chief: Hard Times Ahead for UK Entertainment Industry
There’s no money left in the pot, so we make the most of what’s left
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Anthony Burt -
Review: Adele Bares It All in Candor-Filled ‘Live at Albert Hall’
The hottest diva of 2011 bares her sheer musicality on a live CD… and plenty of amusingly profane confessions on the longer DVD that comes with it
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Review: Beyonce’s ‘Live at Roseland’ DVD is Almost Worth the Self-Worship
The singer turns in some typically strong performances on her concert DVD, if you can get past all the self-serving patter
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Review: Hot Chelle Rae Will Leave Grown-Ups Lukewarm With ‘Whatever’
The teen-targeted quartet has captivated the Radio Disney demographic, but more mature listeners will take the impassive album title to heart
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Breakin’ the Hollywood Rules
the strength of a rule lies squarely on the rules ability to be enforced
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Keith Fenimore -
‘Real Housewives’ Recap: A Birthday Party That Had Bravo’s Censors Working Overtime
Want to have the guests scurrying for the door? Hire Ridickulous!
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J. Edgar, Marilyn, Thatcher and the Trouble With Biopics
The peril is that ultimately a biopic interpretation is totally dependent on impersonation
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Mark Lynch -
300 Miles for Stephanie — See Tony Run!
The birth of a great marketing tool and video favorite — not to mention a splashy vehicle for one Tony Orlando
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Arthur Axelman -
Pan Am Stewardess Meets Rock Star: My ’60s Roman Holiday
“They’ve called us the Everly Brothers of the British Invasion, not particularly a comparison I cherish, mind you,” Gordon said sprinkling parmesan on his pasta
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Carole Mallory