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HOLLYWOOD—Being a movie or TV critic is one job people are certain they can do-and of course, better than anyone else. They assume all it requires is watching movies or TV shows and spouting off. Certainly some days it's not much more than that, however, if you are going to do it well, opinion, analysis and context bolstered by...

HOLLYWOOD—Usher, 37, known for his pop and R&B songs, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, September 7, according to reports. Usher’s star is located in front of the Eastown apartment complex at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Argyle Avenue. The star is unveiled in advance of Usher’s latest album “Hard to Love”...

HOLLYWOOD—Well, well, the season four finale of Tyler Perry’s hit, “The Haves and the Have Nots” has arrived and man was this one explosive episode. For those who have not watched the episode STOP READING now as major spoilers are below. ‘Promises Kept’ picked up precisely where last week’s episode left off with Jeffrey getting a tip from Officer...

HOLLYWOOD—For weeks, fans of the ABC soap “General Hospital” have been speculating who was the culprit who has been murdering patients at the notorious hospital. Well, the writers sure delivered one hell of a stunner this week when the person behind the madness was revealed to be PAUL HORNSBY! Yep, totally did not see this happening and the fact...

HOLLYWOOD—It has been a week of extra chances and missed chances on “Big Brother 18”! One more person is gone and we are not that far away from the season finale on September 21. Sunday’s episode showed some drama prior to last week’s eviction. Paul had confronted James about backstabbing, but Michelle jumped in to fight with Paul. This confrontation...

HOLLYWOOD—It could be just a coincidence, that Selena Gomez is taking time off to deal with panic attacks, anxiety, and depression. It was just two weeks ago that Selena took to Instagram ranting back and forth to Justin Bieber. In a statement, the singer revealed her mental health problems are a side effect of her lupus diagnosis. She revealed...

HOLLYWOOD—“Morris from America” has some things to love. It’s at times a charming story about growing up, young love, music, and those early experiences that shape us. Unfortunately, script problems plague what could have been a truly great indie flick. The story centers on young, aspiring rapper Morris Gentry (Markees Christmas). He’s adjusting to life in Germany after a move from the...

HELLO AMERICA!—It is always gratifying to catch up with old friends especially in Hollywood and actress Judy Pace is one of those.  Even though I first attended U.S.C., I also realized what a top notch school for the theatre Los Angeles City College was and quickly registered in a few classes.  That's when I met Judy who was absolutely...

HOLLYWOOD—"Hell or High Water” is ostensibly the story of a crime spree, but it’s really so much more. In truth, it’s one of the finest anti-westerns I’ve yet scene. Indeed, it’s a tremendously intelligent commentary on the economics, mentality, and culture of both the old and modern west. The plot follows brothers Toby (Chris Pine) and Tanner Howard (Ben Foster)...

HOLLYWOOD—It was the penultimate episode, before the season four finale of Tyler Perry’s “The Haves and the Have Nots” and man was this an episode full of surprises for fans. ‘The Silk Handkerchief’ saw the walls start to close in on Candace who had to divulge the dirty truth to Benny about mortgaging the tow yard and his house....