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Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin to Host the Oscars!

post from Coffeerooms on TV on 05 November 2009 11:43:00 PM. © Coffeerooms on TV

This is definitely my favorite TV news!

Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin will serve as co-hosts of the 82ndAcademy Awards, Oscar telecast producers Bill Mechanic and AdamShankman announced today.

"We think the team of Steve and Alec are the perfect pair of hosts forthe Oscars," said Shankman and Mechanic. "Steve will bring theexperience of having hosted the show in the past and Alec will be acompletely fresh personality for this event."

"I am happy to co-host the Oscars with my enemy, Alec Baldwin," said Martin.

"I don't play the banjo, but I'm thrilled to be hosting the Oscars it's the opportunity of a lifetime," said Baldwin.

Martin hosted the 73rd and 75th Academy Awards shows, earning an Emmynomination for the first stint. He has also served as a presenter onthe show several times, most recently at the ceremony in February whenhe appeared with Tina Fey. He is currently touring with the bluegrassband Steep Canyon Rangers in support of his latest album, "The Crow:New Songs for the Five String Banjo." In 1977 and 1978 Martin wonGrammys for Best Comedy Recording. He earned a third Grammy in 2001 inthe Best Country Instrumental Performance category. In 2007 Martinearned a Kennedy Center Honor.

Baldwin was nominated for an Academy Award in 2003 for his supportingrole in "The Cooler." That year also marked his most recent appearanceas a presenter on the show. Baldwin currently stars as Jack Donaghy onthe comedy "30 Rock," a role for which he has won two Emmys (in 2008and 2009). He earned a Tony nomination in 1992 for his performance in"A Streetcar Named Desire."

Academy Awards for outstanding film achievements of 2009 will bepresented on Sunday, March 7, 2010, at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood& Highland Center, and televised live by the ABC TelevisionNetwork. The Oscar presentation also will be televised live in morethan 200 countries worldwide.

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Bones 5.6: A Chicken in Every Viewer's Pot

post from Paul Levinson's Infinite Regress on 05 November 2009 11:30:00 PM. © Paul Levinson's Infinite Regress

Well, I've often said that truly good combinations of mystery and comedy are as scarce as hen's teeth, and none do it better than Bones, as tonight's episode 5.6 about a murder in a chicken coop so tastily shows.The chicken part led to fine puns, which[...]

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The newest freak at General Hospital

post from Worst Episode Ever on 05 November 2009 11:26:40 PM. © Worst Episode Ever

You’ve got two choices in deciding what to think about mega-”Spiderman”-movie star James Franco’s appearing on “General Hospital” starting Nov. 20. Either:It’s brilliant stunt casting for November sweeps and[...]

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Videos: We are Heroes on 11/5 Ellen Show - both
onstage & behind the scenes

post from Blogging America's Best Dance Crew on 05 November 2009 11:22:00 PM. © Blogging America's Best Dance Crew

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Review: Fringe - Earthling

post from TV Squad on 05 November 2009 11:20:00 PM. © TV Squad

Fringe: Earthling, Anna Torv, Lance Reddick
(S02E06) "Why is this case so important to you?" - Olivia to Agent Broyles

I said in my preview earlier today that I hoped this episode of Fringe wouldn't be a stand-alone creature feature. Unfortunately, that's exactly what it was. No William Bell. No Nina Sharp. No Pattern. No alternate universe. And no Observer. At least, not front and center. Did anyone see him?

Instead, we got a little diversion into the life of Phillip Broyles; how he got so involved in a case four years ago that it cost him his marriage and family. I feel for the guy, but I'm not that interested in his life. As for the Shadow, was this an X-Files knock-off? You can tell me in the comments after the jump.

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Local Hero: Thu Nov 5, 2009 Corrie Episode Review

post from Coronation Street Blog on 05 November 2009 11:16:00 PM. © Coronation Street Blog

Peter decides to let George have a meet with Simon. George comes over with his wife, Eve, who is[...]

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J.J. Abrams near deal to direct NBC's
'Undercovers'

post from The Live Feed | THR on 05 November 2009 11:07:44 PM. © The Live Feed | THR

J.J. Abrams is going to take a hands-on approach to his "Undercovers" pilot at NBC.

Full story at The Live Feed

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Disney's A Christmas Carol: A Fun New Spin on an
Old Favorite

Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol is, quite literally, a tale as old as time. Hollywood has already turned the novel into countless films, so how do you keep it fresh to entertain old and young audiences alike? You give them a pair of 3-D glasses.

I was a bit skeptical about Disney's newest remake of the flick, even with the super stylized animation and all-star cast behind the voices. But once you put on those glasses, you'll be oohing and aahing right along with the kids, making the film a fun ride. It doesn't tug on the heartstrings the way other versions can, but it's not devoid of emotion either. To see what I mean, just read more.

Robert Zemeckis brings the story we already know and love; old Ebenezer Scrooge (voiced by Jim Carrey) defines miserly and crotchety, spending his days counting his pennies and bitterly snapping at those around him. On one particularly Christmas Eve, he his haunted by the ghost of his former partner, Jacob Marley. Sporting chains and a ghastly demeanor, Marley warns Scrooge that he will suffer the same miserable fate if he doesn't take heed of three spirits who will visit him over the course of the night.

The film stays very true to Dickens's short novel, borrowing much of the text straight from the book and incorporating some of the darker elements that I hadn't seen before in versions designed for kids. That said, I still feel like some of the scenes waver on the side of being too scary. Marley's introduction with the chains is frightening but funny, whereas the progression of the ghost of Christmas present to the ghost of Christmas future (complete with full decay from giant to skeleton) probably would have given me nightmares when I was younger.

The special effects are all you could want and more; the 3-D pulls you right in, carrying you along with Scrooge as he flies overhead in his nightgown (and later spits in your face). You're in the midst of Victorian England at Christmas time, from the snowstorms to the festive music. It's dazzling - until you hit the emotional stuff.

The tale is one with a great big heart, but the actors can only go so far using their voices alone. In the most sentimental scenes, I found myself just wishing I could see the big name actors (which includes Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, and Robin Wright Penn) gazing into each other's eyes pointedly. Instead, it feels a bit like watching two mannequins standing face to face. Still, you're never bored for long, and there's always another thrill waiting at every turn.

In the end, Disney accomplishes its goal, producing a film that looks amazing and will entertain kids and adults alike. It may not be the best version of the tale to date, but it will leave you feeling plenty merry on your way out of the theater.

Photos courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures

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The FlashForward 1.7: The Future Can Be ...

The sweeping winds of November brought as an episode of FlashForward - 1.7 - that may be better then even the pilot.It starts with a scene which in part is actually close to the end of the episode - that is, the end of the piece of the present we are[...]

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