|
"The Americans:" Stan Pulls the Trigger |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Karen Moul
|
|
Thursday, 04 April 2013 20:48 |
By Karen Moul Last night’s episode of The Americans was a big one for FBI agent Stan Beeman. The agency wanted payback for the Russian attack on the scientists, and Stan was adamant that he would not participate in an extrajudicial killing. But once his partner turned up his dead Stan didn’t just participate, he pulled the trigger. Actor Noah Emmerich gave us some insight into his character’s state of mind. “I think he sees it as a justifiable and promised retaliation for the murder on American soil of a federal agent,” he explained. “I think it would be more dangerous, from Stan’s point of view, to do nothing, to not retaliate, to therefore give the KGB a green light in saying you can indiscriminately execute American citizens on American soil.” “I don’t think there’s any pleasure in it at all,” Emmerich continued. “I think it is revenge. I don’t think it’s personal, though, I think it’s political. “It’s a Cold War, and he’s made it clear, he’s drawn a line that unless Amador is returned in health to his job there will repercussions, and if you don’t follow through with that threat then you lose all credibility in the future. So in some way I think that’s in fact what drives Stan to do that.”
|
|
Read more...
|
|
|
Justified 4.10 Review: “Get Drew” |
|
|
|
|
Reviews -
Television
|
|
Written by John Keegan
|
|
Friday, 15 March 2013 07:17 |
By John Keegan and Henry Tran
Everybody wants Drew (Goddamn) Thompson. I personally found the depth of this episode most impressive despite its lack of overt action. Justified may be a Western set in modern times, but there doesn’t always have to be a shootout present in every episode of a season. Since Drew Thompson is on the run, that prompts much of Harlan County to go into a kind of craze. Boyd wants him to give him to Theo Tonin; The Marshals want him to close a 30-year old cold case; Ellen May sees him as her savior from a destitute life.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
John Ratzenberger Guest Stars on FX's "Legit" |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Karen Moul
|
|
Tuesday, 12 March 2013 00:00 |
By Karen Moul Legit pours on some star power this week when John Ratzenberger ( Cheers, Toy Story) guest stars as Steve and Billy’s dad, Walter. It seems mom Janice has become a hoarder, forcing Walter to move into a tent in the backyard, and of course Jim’s intervention goes awry. Ratzenberger is a fan of Legit’s aggressive humor. “When I read the Legit script,” he says, “I laughed. I thought, ‘Oh, this is really politically incorrect, but it’s really funny.’ “The writing is the most important part,” he explains. “If you ever noticed with Cheers and Legit, they’re very similar in that you never see the joke coming. With most TV comedies, you know what the joke’s going to be. You can see it three pages away, but with Legit, you don’t see it coming. That’s what I like about it.” We talked to Ratzenberger about his character, Walter, and his many other film, TV and philanthropic projects. Check out the interview and tune in to Legit Thursdays at 10:30.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
AHS: For Sr. Mary Eunice, Death Was "Her Only Way Out" |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Karen Moul
|
|
Tuesday, 15 January 2013 22:56 |
By Karen Moul As American Horror Story: Asylum draws to a close, one of the most shocking moments has been Sr. Mary Eunice’s fall from the top of the staircase. With just a little push from Monsignor O'Hara, the good sister and the devil fell together to their deaths. “I think the way that she dies [is] more of an assisted suicide,” explained actress Lily Rabe, “a consensual death with the Monsignor. And I think that she’s certainly trying to free herself and also get this devil that she has become away from everyone else.” In a way, Sr. Mary seized control, if only for a moment. Rabe feels that “it is her most heroic moment and also her only choice at that point.” Will Rabe return to AHS for season three? She won’t say. “I have no idea,” claims the actress. “I can’t say a word. I’m so sorry. I know it’s such a boring interview sometimes with us at American Horror Story, I just can’t say a word. “I would certainly love to be back, that’s for sure. It’s such a great job.” Rabe recently spoke with journalists about her experience playing a possessed nun and working with such a talented cast. Check out the transcript of that conversation and don’t miss the final episodes Wednesdays on FX.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
Donal Logue Joins the Cast of "Sons of Anarchy" |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Jamie Ruby
|
|
Sunday, 02 December 2012 11:05 |
By Jamie Ruby Donal Logue is probably best known for starring in the series Grounded for Life and Terriers. He has also guest starred on many popular series, such as The X-Files, House M.D., and Royal Pains. Logue recently joined the cast of FX Network's Sons of Anarchy, in which he plays Lee Toric. The actor recently talked to the digital press about his role.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
Jimmy Smits Talks "Sons of Anarchy" |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by AJ Grillo
|
|
Thursday, 15 November 2012 14:06 |
By AJ Grillo Jimmy Smits has graced the big screen and small screen with his presence since the early 1980's. His first notable TV role came on LA Law, where he played Victor Sifuentes for all six seasons of the show's run. A few years later he joined the cast of NYPD Blue as Det. Bobby Simone, where he stayed for four years. Jimmy Smits cemented himself as a part of pop culture when he portrayed Senator Bail Organa in Episode 2 and 3 of the Star Wars saga. Smits also enjoyed a short run on the West Wing as Matthew Santos, and spent a season on Dexter as DA Miguel Prado. Jimmy Smits can currently be seen on Sons of Anarchy where he plays Nero Padilla, an ex-gang leader trying to go straight. Recently Smits talks to the media. The full transcript of the conference call is below.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
Chloe Sevigny on AHS:Asylum: "Shelley becomes more and more helpless" |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Karen Moul
|
|
Friday, 02 November 2012 18:33 |
By Karen Moul Just when we think American Horror Story can’t get any more ghastly, the writers come up with another shocking surprise. This week’s sickening twist saw Shelley at Dr. Arden’s mercy; he’s amputated her legs, so there will be no escape. Even actress Chloe Sevigny was a bit frightened shooting the scenes. “It’s quite scary because James [Cromwell] was so big and he was wielding this big paperweight at me. He was getting really close and it was pretty frightening, actually, doing that scene. His arms are so long, I was so afraid he was actually going to knock me out." Believe it or not, things can and will get worse. Sevigny spilled a few details: “She becomes more and more helpless. It’s very tragic, actually. “I think he wants to make it so she can’t run away. And it only gets worse for Shelley.” Does Shelley’s fate lie with the other creatures living outside the asylum? “She might be going in that direction,” Sevigny told us. “You see her transformed into something, something not so pleasant to look at. It’s four hours of prosthetic makeup.”
|
|
Read more...
|
|
Harold Perrineau: From "Lost" to "Sons of Anarchy" |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Jamie Ruby
|
|
Saturday, 29 September 2012 16:18 |
By Jamie Ruby Harold Perrineau is probably best known for his role as Michael on Lost, but recently the actor plays a much different character as he joins the cast of FX's Sons of Anarchy. His character, Damon Pope, is a ruthless man, out for revenge after his daughter has been murdered. Perrineau, who also stars in the upcoming series, The Wedding Band, talked to the media about Sons of Anarchy, as well as some of his other roles, in a recent press conference.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Jamie Ruby
|
|
Thursday, 28 June 2012 19:29 |
By Jamie Ruby  FX's critically acclaimed comedy series, Louie, returns tonight for a third season. The creator of the show, Louis C.K., also serves as writer, director, and executive producer of the series in which he stars. The stand-up comedian plays a fictionalized version of himself on the series that focuses on his his life, his daughters, and of course his comedy. Louis C.K. recently talked to the media about what fans can expect in the upcoming season.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
Elijah Wood Returns to "Wilfred" Tonight on FX |
|
|
|
|
Articles -
Interviews
|
|
Written by Jamie Ruby
|
|
Thursday, 21 June 2012 17:08 |
By Jamie Ruby Wilfred returns to FX tonight with a special preview episode of the series, "Progress." Wilfred, which was adapted for FX by David Zuckerman, centers around the character of Ryan, played by Elijah Wood. On the verge of attempted suicide, Ryan struggles to find happiness in his life, until he meets "Wilfred." Everyone sees Wilfred (Jason Gann) as a dog; however, Ryan sees him as a man in a dog suit. Wilfred is actually Ryan's alter-ego and way of coping to "break out of his shell." Most fans will know Wood from his role of Frodo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings trilogy or as Mumble in Happy Feet, but the actor has a long list of credits to his name. Wood will also be reprising the role of Frodo in the upcoming film The Hobbit. I recently got a chance to talk to Wood in an interview with the media.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
|