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‘BlackBerry’: Matt Johnson Directorial to Air as a Three-Part Limited Series on AMC!!

Jay Baruchel-led biographical comedy feature BlackBerry is soon making its AMC debut as a three-part limited series, the network announced. Directed by Matt Johnson the feature explores the behind-the-scenes drama of the rise and fall of now-defunct mobile company. During the early 2000s, Blackberry phones were the most advanced phones allowing one to email and call all from one device; they spearheaded the advancements of … Continue reading ‘BlackBerry’: Matt Johnson Directorial to Air as a Three-Part Limited Series on AMC!!

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BlackBerry (2023) Review!!

Synopsis – The story of the meteoric rise and catastrophic demise of the world’s first smartphone. My Take – The Blackberry phone, particularly the model Curve, will always be an important part of my memory, after all it was the first mobile phone that I had bought with my first pay check. Dubbed the “CrackBerry,” because of the seemingly addictive hold the sleek gizmo had, specifically … Continue reading BlackBerry (2023) Review!!

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‘BlackBerry’: Glenn Howerton, Jay Baruchel and More Join Upcoming Movie on the World’s First Smart Phone!!

The rise and fall of the world’s first smartphone is coming to the big screen in BlackBerry. The upcoming movie, which will star Jay Baruchel and Glenn Howerton, is adapted from the non-fiction best-seller Losing the Signal: The Untold Story Behind the Extraordinary Rise and Spectacular Fall of BlackBerry, written by Globe & Mail reporters Jacquie McNish and Sean Silcoff. Blackberry is directed by Matt … Continue reading ‘BlackBerry’: Glenn Howerton, Jay Baruchel and More Join Upcoming Movie on the World’s First Smart Phone!!

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‘Rust Belt News’: CBS Comedy Pilot Adds Rich Sommer, Angel Laketa Moore, and More to Cast!!

A new CBS show is coming and it has just booked a slate of talents to integrate its main cast. Rust Belt News is a comedy series that follows the inhabitants of a small Ohio town that are taken by surprise when the only local newspaper goes out of business. That means that the only “reporters” that can work on the town’s stories, gossip, and … Continue reading ‘Rust Belt News’: CBS Comedy Pilot Adds Rich Sommer, Angel Laketa Moore, and More to Cast!!

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‘The White House Plumbers’: HBO’s Watergate Series Adds Judy Greer!!

Judy Greer is the latest star to be added to HBO’s prestigious Watergate series, aptly titled The White House Plumbers. The five-part limited series will be executive produced by Alex Gregory, Peter Huyck, David Mandel, and Frank Rich, the team behind Veep. Greer joins an already stacked cast, including Woody Harrelson, Justin Theroux, Domhnall Gleeson, Kiernan Shipka, and Lena Headey. The project has been in … Continue reading ‘The White House Plumbers’: HBO’s Watergate Series Adds Judy Greer!!

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‘The White House Plumbers’: HBO’s Watergate Series Casts Kiernan Shipka, Ike Barinholtz, and More to Cast!!

The cast for HBO’s upcoming limited series The White House Plumbers, the five-part prestige drama that revisits the Watergate scandal, has added seven new names to its ensemble. As per Deadline, Kiernan Shipka, Ike Barinholtz, Yul Vasquez, David Krumholtz, Rich Sommer, Kim Coates and Liam James have all boarded the project, joining the previously-announced Woody Harrelson, Justin Theroux, Domhnall Gleeson and Lena Headey, which is a … Continue reading ‘The White House Plumbers’: HBO’s Watergate Series Casts Kiernan Shipka, Ike Barinholtz, and More to Cast!!

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‘GLOW’: Alison Brie Not Hopeful For a Movie!!

After the Netflix cancelation of GLOW, many fans have been hoping for a movie to tie up the loose ends left by season 3. However, star Alison Brie has said that people should not get their hopes up. Speaking on an upcoming episode of The Fourth Wall podcast, Brie explained that she was doubtful about a film being made. “I think a movie would be … Continue reading ‘GLOW’: Alison Brie Not Hopeful For a Movie!!

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‘GLOW’ Cast Letter Calling for Better Representation!!

Six cast members of the now-canceled Netflix series GLOW lobbied for better and fairer representation in their future storylines, according to a statement shared by one of the group’s members, Sunita Mani. The effort was initiated during the show’s COVID-19-mandated hiatus and spurred on by the Black Lives Matter protests occurring around the nation in recent months. It’s also equally as important to note this effort was … Continue reading ‘GLOW’ Cast Letter Calling for Better Representation!!

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‘GLOW’: Marc Maron Wants a Netflix Movie to Wrap Up Series!!

Never one to stay quiet on a pressing issue, Marc Maron reacted to the recent (and shocking) news that Netflix has cancelled GLOW this morning on his Instagram. Yesterday, it was announced that despite a Season 4 renewal – and despite the fact that they had filmed one entire episode already – the streaming service was reversing its decision and cancelling GLOW, putting a halt … Continue reading ‘GLOW’: Marc Maron Wants a Netflix Movie to Wrap Up Series!!

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‘GLOW’: Netflix Cancels Series Despite Season 4 Renewal!!

In a blow that truly hurts, Netflix has reversed its decision to renew the half-hour series GLOW for a fourth and final season and has instead decided to cancel the show altogether. While the series was never as big as something like Stranger Things, it was critically acclaimed and its fans were eager to see how the story of these amateur female wrestlers from the … Continue reading ‘GLOW’: Netflix Cancels Series Despite Season 4 Renewal!!

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‘Run’ Trailer Sees Merritt Wever and Domhnall Gleeson Fleeing!! Check It Out!!

HBO has released the full trailer for their upcoming series Run. Created by Vicky Jones and co-executive produced by Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag), the half-hour comedy series follows two former college sweethearts who text “RUN” to each other and meet up on a train to fulfill a pact they made 17 years earlier. I’m incredibly excited about this one because I’m such a massive fan of … Continue reading ‘Run’ Trailer Sees Merritt Wever and Domhnall Gleeson Fleeing!! Check It Out!!

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‘Run’ Trailer Reveals HBO’s New Comedy-Thriller!!! Check It Out!!

HBO has released the first trailer for Run, a comedy-thriller series starring Domnhall Gleeson (Star Wars, Ex Machina) and Merritt Wever (Nurse Jackie, Godless). That’s already one heck of a duo, but Run also comes from the team behind Fleabag, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge and long-time collaborator Vicky Jones serving as executive producers. Jones is writing the show, while Waller-Bridge is set to guest star. Kate … Continue reading ‘Run’ Trailer Reveals HBO’s New Comedy-Thriller!!! Check It Out!!

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‘GLOW’ Renewed for 4th and Final Season!!

Netflix’s Emmy-winning and critically-acclaimed series GLOW, starring Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, and Marc Maron, has been renewed for a fourth and final season. Creators Liz Flahive and Carly Mensch will return as showrunners, writers, and executive producers, alongside executive producers Jenji Kohan, Tara Herrmann, and Mark Burley. This is fantastic news for fans of GLOW, professional wrestling, and solid dramedy entertainment. The narrative arc of … Continue reading ‘GLOW’ Renewed for 4th and Final Season!!

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‘GLOW’ Season 3: First Trailer Marks the Return of One of Netflix’s Best Shows!! Check It Out!!

Netflix has released the first GLOW Season 3 trailer, offering a new look at the upcoming season of one of the best Netflix original series thus far. Inspired by the short-lived show from the 80s, the series follows a group of diverse women—from struggling actresses to wrestling aficionados—as they create, star in, and evolve a show about the “Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling.” Anchored by tremendous … Continue reading ‘GLOW’ Season 3: First Trailer Marks the Return of One of Netflix’s Best Shows!! Check It Out!!

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‘GLOW’: Geena Davis Joins Season 3!!!

Netflix has announced that Oscar-winner Geena Davis has signed on for a recurring role in the third season of its comedy series GLOW. Davis is set to portray Sandy Devereaux St. Clair, the entertainment director of Las Vegas’ Fan-Tan Hotel and Casino, where the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling are headlining. She will appear in five of the season’s ten episodes. Alison Brie leads the cast … Continue reading ‘GLOW’: Geena Davis Joins Season 3!!!

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‘GLOW’ Season 3: Netflix Reveals Premiere Date with New Images!!! Check It Out!!

Netflix has officially set the premiere date for Season 3 of GLOW, the hit half-hour dramedy series based on the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling. Inspired by the short-lived but beloved show from the 80s, GLOW tells the fictional story of Ruth Wilder (Alison Brie), an out-of-work, struggling actress in 1980s Los Angeles who finds one last chance for stardom when she’s thrust into the glitter and … Continue reading ‘GLOW’ Season 3: Netflix Reveals Premiere Date with New Images!!! Check It Out!!

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Summer Of 84 (2018) Review!!!

Synopsis – After suspecting that their police officer neighbor is a serial killer, a group of teenage friends spend their summer spying on him and gathering evidence, but as they get closer to discovering the truth, things get dangerous. My Take – Thanks to the major success of Netflix’s Stranger Things and director Andy Muschietti‘s Stephen King adaption, IT, 80’s nostalgia is very much ‘in’ … Continue reading Summer Of 84 (2018) Review!!!

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Netflix Renews ‘GLOW’ for Season 3!!!

Huzzah and kudos, Netflix has finally confirmed that we are getting another season of GLOW. The streaming giant announced today that the series will be back with 10 episodes (“soon”), and it’s about time. The second season of the show (which took some time to win me over in Season 1) is one of TV’s most joyous, full of positive — although not uncomplicated — … Continue reading Netflix Renews ‘GLOW’ for Season 3!!!

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‘Summer of 84’: New Trailer Teases the ‘Stranger Things’ Inspired Serial Killer Tale!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – After suspecting that their police officer neighbor is a serial killer, a group of teenage friends spend their summer spying on him and gathering evidence, but as they get closer to discovering the truth, things get dangerous. Directed – Yoann-Karl Whissell, François Simard, Anouk Whissell Starring – Graham Verchere, Judah Lewis, Caleb Emery Check out the trailer:   Continue reading ‘Summer of 84’: New Trailer Teases the ‘Stranger Things’ Inspired Serial Killer Tale!! Check It Out!!

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‘GLOW’ Season 2: New Trailer Reveals More of the Hilarious Ladies Wrestling Drama!!! Check It Out!!!

A new trailer for Season 2 of Netflix’s hilarious-yet-poignant ladies wrestling drama GLOW has made its way into the squared circle. In this season, the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling will have to deal with such 80s-centric difficulties as racism, sexism, and fanboys who don’t know how to set boundaries. Man, it’s a good thing we’ve overcome such backwards-thinking in the 21st century! Starring Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, Marc … Continue reading ‘GLOW’ Season 2: New Trailer Reveals More of the Hilarious Ladies Wrestling Drama!!! Check It Out!!!

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‘GLOW’ Season 2: The Gorgeous Ladies’ Return to Netflix in First Trailer!! Check It Out!!

One of the many original Netflix series to break out in a big way last year was GLOW, a dramatic retelling of the real-life, in-the-ring adventures of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling. Now, they’re back and suited up for the very first trailer for the brand-new season, arriving this summer. And the ladies are turning in the best dance music video to Michael Sembello‘s Flashdance hit, “Maniac”, since Tommy … Continue reading ‘GLOW’ Season 2: The Gorgeous Ladies’ Return to Netflix in First Trailer!! Check It Out!!

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First ‘Summer of ’84’ Trailer Looks Like ‘Stranger Things’ with a Serial Killer!! Check It Out!!!

Synopsis – After suspecting that their police officer neighbor is a serial killer, a group of teenage friends spend their summer spying on him and gathering evidence, but as they get closer to discovering the truth, things get dangerous. Directed – Yoann-Karl Whissell, François Simard, Anouk Whissell Starring – Graham Verchere, Judah Lewis, Caleb Emery Check out the trailer: Continue reading First ‘Summer of ’84’ Trailer Looks Like ‘Stranger Things’ with a Serial Killer!! Check It Out!!!

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Alison Brie and Betty Gilpin Suit up in New ‘Glow’ Season 2 Set Photo!! Check It Out!!

The gorgeous ladies of wrestling, a.k.a. GLOW, are back in business! Back in August, Netflix announced they were headed back into the ring for Season 2 and production is already underway on the new season of the breakout hit. Alison Brie announced “We’re back” on Instagram, where she posted the first behind the scenes set photo from Season 2, striking a pose alongside co-star Betty Gilpin. … Continue reading Alison Brie and Betty Gilpin Suit up in New ‘Glow’ Season 2 Set Photo!! Check It Out!!

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Netflix Renews ‘GLOW’ for Season 2!!!

Hallelujah! The gorgeous ladies of wrestling, a.k.a. GLOW, will be returning for a second season, as announced by Netflix today. Though it took me a few episodes to really get into GLOW, it was worth the wait — the show really found its rhythm once the women came together and developed their in-ring personas. The way the show also played its redemption narrative through hero and … Continue reading Netflix Renews ‘GLOW’ for Season 2!!!

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‘LBJ’ Trailer: Woody Harrelson Gets Presidential in First Trailer for Rob Reiner’s Film!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – The story of U.S. President Lyndon Baines Johnson from his young days in West Texas to the White House. Directed – Rob Reiner Starring – Woody Harrelson, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Michael Mosley Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘LBJ’ Trailer: Woody Harrelson Gets Presidential in First Trailer for Rob Reiner’s Film!! Check It Out!!

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GLOW (2017) Season 1 Review!!!

Synopsis – A look at the personal and professional lives of a group of women who perform for a wrestling organization in Los Angeles. Episodes – S01E01 to S01E10 My Take – Netflix strikes gold again by delivering one of the best new shows of the year! This latest original drama from the ever-increasing library of the streaming giant gives takes us into the performative … Continue reading GLOW (2017) Season 1 Review!!!

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First ‘Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later’ Trailer Is Insane and Amazing!! Check It Out!!

Netflix has released the first trailer for the limited series Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later in all its insane, nutty glory. The show comes on the heels of Netflix’s 2015 limited series prequel Wet Hot American Summer: The First Day of Camp, which was an eight-episode continuation of the cult classic 2001 comedy. The film featured a scene in which all the characters … Continue reading First ‘Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later’ Trailer Is Insane and Amazing!! Check It Out!!

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