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R.I.P Mike Nichols
Mike Nichols , legendary film, theater and television producer and director, has died. Nichols was married to journalist Diane Sawyer .
Is Scripted Programming In Again?
Recent media reports announced that AMC would be exiting the " unscripted programming " market to focus on scripted programs again. With such mega hits as Breaking Bad and Mad Men , (and perhaps unscripted programs that weren't exactly rating hits) it's no wonder AMC feels the urge to return to what was its core branding. We couldn't be more delighted. It seems every network has too many "unscripted" programs. It's as if what was a half-hour or hour of fantasy has been replaced with the reality of somebody else's life and/or problems. It's not voyeurism, but sometimes feels just as icky. It seems for a moment in time (and ongoing for some) programmers thought "real people" had to be more interesting (and cost effective) than made up characters. Perhaps, not so much. One can only hope with the renewed focus on scripted programming AMC will again bring forth a mega hit. It surely has the potential with "Better Call ...
Voting For Midterm Elections 2014
There will be relentless coverage of the 2014 Midterm Elections today. Viewers just need to pick their favorite station. Cable news has all day coverage from every angle (using every tech device and stats known to man) that will lead up to the polls closing. Univision will produce hourly update coverage for "Destino 2014 and The New York Times will have live coverage. So get out there and Vote!
Stephen Colbert Announces Exit Date
Stephen Colbert ("the guy you've seen here every night for nine years will be gone") announced on Thursday " The Colbert Report " will air its final show on December 18. As you may know Colbert is leaving "Comedy Central" to take over "The Late Show" when David Letterman retires. Some weeks ago Colbert had a little fun with his series ending . For the record, we'll take the Journey song! Related: CBS' Stephen Colbert Pick Was A Fresh Bold Move
Heidi Klum Queen Of Costumes
Heidi Klum, who has become famous for her costumes, presented herself as a Butterfly for Halloween 2014. Best yet, in our opinion, "The Old Lady"! Related : Happy Halloween!