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Apologies from Roger Ebert, Jon Stewart and, of course, Tracy Morgan; Atheists oppose 9/11 commemoration; Weird Al takes on Lady Gaga
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John W. Kennedy
1. Ebert walks back Jackass comment. From The Guardian: US film critic Roger Ebert has admitted he may have spoken too soon when he took to Twitter with anti drink-drive comments following the death of Jackass star Ryan Dunn in a high-speed car smash. Dunn and his passenger died after the former’s Porsche 911 hit…
Faith-based films to be previewed at Catholic Media Convention
By
John W. Kennedy
Here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. 2011 Catholic Media Convention convenes tomorrow in Pittsburgh. This year the annual gathering of Catholic media professionals note the 100th anniversary of The Catholic Press Association (one of the event’s organizers).View event website. Also featured, previews of three upcoming faith-based films. Details…
Anthony Weiner’s job prospects; Oprah wants O.J. to confess; Movie headlines starring Noah, Batman and Green Lantern
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John W. Kennedy
Here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. Anthony Weiner heckled during resignation announcement. From Ben Smith @ Politico: He wrote his final statement, with apologies to his wife and brother, himself and it was still structured like a political speech, leading with a paean to the middle class. That…
NBC boss reacts to Mormon-owned station’s refusal to air “The Playboy Club”
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John W. Kennedy
Here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. New NBC boss Robert Greenblatt on Utah affiliate’s refusal to air The Playboy Club. From Hollywood Reporter: They have to do what they have to do. If I thought it was inappropriate to the brand, I wouldn’t put it on. This affiliate…
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