Author: Deb Medsker (Page 6 of 70)

File under: Remakes we don’t need

February 21, 2007 /

Okay, pop quiz:

Which of these classic movies, each perfect in its own way, is currently undergoing a completely unnecessary remake, “re-imagining,” or revisiting of the original story in order to “update” the film for modern audiences?

A. “The Wizard of Oz”
B. “Poltergeist”
C. “The Untouchables”
D. “Se7en”

The answer?

Actually, it’s a trick question: remakes are currently in the works for both “The Wizard of Oz” and “Poltergeist,” while “The Untouchables” and “Se7en” are being subjected to ill-advised prequel treatments. Hollywood is officially out of ideas.

Horror Movies, Movie Dramas, Movies, News

Disgraced King of Pop to conquer American Idol?

February 14, 2007 /

Rumors are buzzing that self-coronated King of Pop Michael Jackson is being courted for an upcoming American Idol theme night.

According to Reality TV magazine:

Several reports have been circulating that Michael Jackson has been having secret meetings with American Idol creator and 19 Entertainment founder Simon Fuller…If [that] isn’t enough to get the Michael Jackson on American Idol rumor mill churning, then how about the fact that American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe seemed to drop a clue about the possibility during a recent media conference call?

When answering a question about the tight reign that American Idol keeps on the finalists, Lythgoe said “We don’t want anything slipping out. If we’ve got major stars coming on that we want to do a big publicity thing with. ‘Hey, Michael Jackson is coming to American Idol this week,’ then I’ve got to leave that up to Fox publicity to put out there, not have it slip out with somebody telling their Mom that Michael Jackson is coming.”

Hmmm: Could be something; could be nothing…but the show’s producers have been hinting at a major “event” show in the works, and, freakish personal issues aside, Jackson remains one of few stars of sufficient caliber to make for true event television.

Besides, if you think about it, Michael Jackson and American Idol are a perfect match: Both are extremely interested in up-and-coming youngsters, and neither has any use for anyone over the age of thirty.

American Idol, Gossip

K-Fed, is that you?

February 14, 2007 /

Look closely at the pathetic white rapper urging you to “do what I do and use that Turbo Tax mojo” in this video. Has K-Fed found a new career in self-mockery?

But no, hang on: this guy’s taller than K-Fed, and, as far as we know, he has not yet impregnated Britney Spears. So who could it be? Take a look, and judge for yourself:

Why, it’s none other than K-Fed’s original rap inspiration…a man who needs no introduction…and who really should not be hawking tax software, given that he himself has likely earned no income from rapping for at least the past fifteen years. Word to your mother.

[Thanks to VH-1’s Best Week Ever for the link]

Actors, Humor

Slytherins on a plane: Voldemort flies the very friendly skies

February 13, 2007 /

Ralph Fiennes: Two-time Academy Award nominee. Graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. And…recent inductee into the mile-high club?

According to recent reports, the actor who portrays He Who Must Not Be Named (even though we just did) in the Harry Potter films may be responsible for the firing of the Qantas Airlines flight attendant who allegedly allowed him to seduce her in mid-flight. Not surprisingly, the flight attendant denies these accusations:

“While conversing with Mr Fiennes during my break, I expressed a need to go to the toilet,” Ms Robertson said in her statement.

“I went to the nearby toilet and entered it, he followed me and entered the same toilet.

“I explained to him that this was inappropriate and asked him to leave. Mr Fiennes became amorous towards me and, after a short period of time, I convinced him to leave the toilet, which he did.”

Mm-hmmm. Ralph Fiennes: Two-time Academy Award nominee, graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art…and utterly clueless simpleton with regard to basic bathroom etiquette?

We think not. Congratulations on your latest, er, distinction, Mr. Fiennes.

Actors, Gossip

Lindsay Lohan’s frozen asset

February 6, 2007 /

Lindsay Lohan’s Frigidaire is rumored to hold at least one item not available in your grocer’s frozen goods aisle: her recently removed appendix.

According to reports, Lohan demanded that hospital officials turn over the appendix because she was afraid it would end up being auctioned off on eBay. Rather than let this happen, Lohan intends to hold on to her appendix until she finds someone who will agree to trade it for a brand new liver.

Actresses, Gossip, Humor

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