Oprah Knows What And How To Make A Move
HELLO AMERICA!—When I first appeared on a Baltimore TV show called “In the Know,” hosted by Oprah Winfrey in the late 1970s, I was warned by my New York editors that I should be very careful because Oprah had a reputation of ripping certain guests apart. It was during that time I published a national entertainment publication “PLAYERS” and...
“If Loving You Is Wrong” Recap: ‘A Dame In Distress’
HOLLYWOOD—Well, New Year, double treat. I didn’t expect the second half of season three of the Tyler Perry hit “If Loving You is Wrong” to premiere until March 2018, but Christmas came early this year, and I’m thankful. Things left off on a climatic note with Randal and his pal kidnapping Eddie, just as Kelly finally put an end...
“HAHN” Recap: ‘Afraid Of Flames’
HOLLYWOOD—It was the moment fans of the hit Tyler Perry series “The Haves and the Have Nots” have eagerly waited for: Veronica Harrington receiving her comeuppance. The season five finale saw Justin, in a fury of rage crashing into Veronica’s vehicle, just as Melissa lost her marbles causing the vehicle to flip into the air and crashing on its...
Remakes, Reboots, And Mergers!
HOLLYWOOD—We all watched the Golden Globes that took place on January 7, 2018. The Globes were draped in black, with actresses and actors making a statement through their attire. Winners were expected to use their moments of glory to rail against sexual harassment. They were against the behavior of men like Mr. Weinstein, James Toback, Louis C.K. and Mr....
“Shape Of Water” Leads BAFTA Nominations
HOLLYWOOD—Awards season is still in full swing, as the 2018 British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) unveiled their nominations for the best in the cinematic world. The BAFTA Awards are equivalent to the Oscars, only they take place in Britain.
Leading all films was “The Shape of Water” which earned a total of 12 nominations including Best Film....
“Jumanji” Dethrones “Last Jedi” At Box-Office
HOLLYWOOD—After nearly a month of controlling the box-office, “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” was dethroned in 2018. After coming close to victory over the New Year holiday weekend, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” managed to take the top spot from “The Last Jedi” earning $36 million. To date, the family, action-adventure has earned a domestic tally of $240 million...
“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” Big Golden Globe Winner
BEVERLY HILLS—Well, let the battle for supremacy begin! Awards season is upon us! The 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards were handed out on Sunday, January 7 from the famed Beverly Hilton Hotel. It was unlike any red carpet in history that I can recall because all of the women and men donned black to show solidarity to fight for...
Stefan DiMera Arrives In Salem On “Days!”
HOLLYWOOD—There were no plans to chat about “Days of Our Lives” this week, but how could I not after the cliffhanger of a bombshell on New Year’s Eve. The kooky and villainous Vivian Alamian crashed Chad and Abigail’s New Year’s Eve bash causing Kate Roberts to immediately clamor in disgust. It was the bomb that she dropped that left...
Liam Learns The Truth On “Bold And Beautiful!”
HOLLYWOOD—Well that was indeed a quick turnaround. Why? Well “The Bold and the Beautiful” wasted no time in getting to what has been one of the best storylines of 2017, and is certain to be a storyline in 2018 talked about for the coming months. Bill Spencer has been going toe-to-toe with his righteous son Liam Spencer. The father...
“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” Is Terrific
HOLLYWOOD—Its dark, it has comedic overtures and might be one of the most underestimated flicks of 2017, but anyone who loves great cinema has to take a look at the dramedy “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.” This is a film written and directed by Martin McDonagh that is fascinating from start to finish. It has a cast of actors...