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ABC puts emphasis on the “B”; The “MOOZ-lum” experience comes to theaters; Iran takes issue with the Olympics logo
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John W. Kennedy
What’s with the crass titles? At least CBS’ $#*! My Dad Says bleeps out the uncouth word but this season some television pilots are pushing the limits of taste still further. Disney-owned ABC, for example, has both Don’t Trust the Bitch in Apt. 23 and Good Christian Bitches – two titles that demean women, one…
Charlie Sheen can’t stop talking; “King’s Speech,” “Of Gods and Men” cop top film awards + the Razzies, Hollywood snubs “Superman” and naming the most-inspirational movie of the year
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John W. Kennedy
Charlie Sheen’s goes on an unfortunate interview spree. The suddenly ubiquitous sitcom star rants to anyone who will listen — dissing his concerned father in the process and claiming “I am on a drug, it’s called Charlie Sheen.” If his intent was to prove he doesn’t have a problem, he’s failed miserably. Like his father…
Comic book writer Dwayne McDuffie dies; Plus headlines involving Charlie Sheen, Jon Stewart, Donald Rumsfeld and Minnie Driver and remembering ABC’s “Nothing Sacred”
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John W. Kennedy
Comic/cartoon writer Dwayne McDuffie dies. A major talent in the superhero genre, he co-founded Milestone Media which produces multicultural comic books, including Hardware and Static. An African-American himself, he felt a calling to introduce black heroes into the culture — but, first and foremost, he was an excellent writer who told compelling stories. I’m aware…
“Of Gods and Men” brings riveting reverence to the movies; Plus politics meets “The Genesis Code” and headlines featuring Martin Sheen, Billy Ray Cyrus, Christine O’Donnell and Paul Haggis
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John W. Kennedy
Movie Review: Of Gods and Men is a story of two faiths under fire. Synopsis: Under increasing threats from radical Islamic terrorists, a group of monks living in war-torn Algeria must decide whether leave the country or continue to provide support to the impoverished community they serve. An internationally-honored hit, Of Gods and Men finally…
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