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HBO Cancels 'Luck' In Wake Of Third Horse's Death
Executive Producers David Milch and Michael Mann, in conjunction with television network HBO, have released a statement that they are halting all future production of horseracing drama Luck after a third horse had to be put down on Tuesday over an injury sustained on the set of the show.
Tuesday morning a mare reared up on its hind legs and fell backwards, breaking its neck in the process, and had to be euthanized due to the severity of the injury. The tragedy is the third of its kind after two more horses had to be put down during filming of the first season of the show in 2011.
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READ MORETuesday morning a mare reared up on its hind legs and fell backwards, breaking its neck in the process, and had to be euthanized due to the severity of the injury. The tragedy is the third of its kind after two more horses had to be put down during filming of the first season of the show in 2011.
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Blu-ray Review: 'Reindeer Games: The Director's Cut'
Ben Affleck as...an ex-con? Sounds a tad far-fetched, but in the hands of legendary Director John Frankenheimer it is possible. That’s why we’re checking out the new to Blu-ray flick "Reindeer Games: The Director’s Cut" from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. In the now sole hands of Frankenheimer, how does the flick hold up – check out the skinny below!
Title: "Reindeer Games: The Director's Cut"
Grade: 4
Cast: Ben Affleck, Gary Sinise, Charlize Theron
Director: John Frankenheimer
Rating: R
Runtime: 124 minutes
Release Company: Lionsgate
Website: www.lionsgatebluray.com
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READ MORETitle: "Reindeer Games: The Director's Cut"
Grade: 4
Cast: Ben Affleck, Gary Sinise, Charlize Theron
Director: John Frankenheimer
Rating: R
Runtime: 124 minutes
Release Company: Lionsgate
Website: www.lionsgatebluray.com
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Spring Preview: 'Luck'
HBO's Luck isn't accurately reflected by its title. It's much more calculated than that.
Even though the network previewed the first episode of the nine-part miniseries not so long ago, there should still be plenty of eyeballs as it officially arrives tonight, if only because of the pedigree. The series is written by David Milch, who already wowed HBO viewers with Deadwood, and directed by Michael Mann.
Its cast, led by Dustin Hoffman, is a cornucopia of familiar faces for TV buffs, including Dennis Farina (Law & Order), Jill Hennessy (Law & Order) and Richard Kind (Spin City). Even the s...
READ MOREEven though the network previewed the first episode of the nine-part miniseries not so long ago, there should still be plenty of eyeballs as it officially arrives tonight, if only because of the pedigree. The series is written by David Milch, who already wowed HBO viewers with Deadwood, and directed by Michael Mann.
Its cast, led by Dustin Hoffman, is a cornucopia of familiar faces for TV buffs, including Dennis Farina (Law & Order), Jill Hennessy (Law & Order) and Richard Kind (Spin City). Even the s...
HBO's 'Luck' Premieres Sunday
A David Milch/Michael Mann collaboration, LUCK is a behind-the-track look at the world of horse racing and gambling’s denizens – owners, trainers, jockeys and gamblers. The nine-episode season, starring Oscar® winner Dustin Hoffman and Oscar® nominee Nick Nolte, debuts this SUNDAY, JAN. 29 (9:00-10:00 pm ET/PT), with other episodes debuting on subsequent Sundays at the same time.
As the series opens, Chester “Ace” Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman) is released from three years in federal prison. He’s met by his driver and bodyguard, Gus Demitriou (Dennis Farina), who fronts as the owner of the $2...
READ MOREAs the series opens, Chester “Ace” Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman) is released from three years in federal prison. He’s met by his driver and bodyguard, Gus Demitriou (Dennis Farina), who fronts as the owner of the $2...
Celebrity Matchmaker: 5 Valentines For Susan Boyle
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow. It's a day when lovers treat one another to flowers, chocolates, cute stuffed animals and other unmentionable goodies.
It’s such a lovely day for those who have that special someone in their lives, but what about those who have no one? For instance, 48 year-old Susan Boyle. When she appeared on "Britain’s Got Talent" she admitted that she had never been kissed!
Boyle is an amazing singer and has a quirky yet charming personality. She is truly one of a kind and really deserves the best. In light of it being Valentine weekend, we thought it fit to p...
READ MOREIt’s such a lovely day for those who have that special someone in their lives, but what about those who have no one? For instance, 48 year-old Susan Boyle. When she appeared on "Britain’s Got Talent" she admitted that she had never been kissed!
Boyle is an amazing singer and has a quirky yet charming personality. She is truly one of a kind and really deserves the best. In light of it being Valentine weekend, we thought it fit to p...
Dennis Farina Gun Charge Wiped From Record
Actor Dennis Farina has been given a break by a Los Angeles judge - he's had a 2008 gun possession charge dropped and wiped from his record.
The Midnight Run star was arrested in May of 2008 after he was caught carrying a loaded and unregistered .22 calibre pistol through security at Los Angeles' LAX Airport.
He was booked for carrying a concealed weapon but later reached a deal with prosecutors to have the felony reduced to the lesser accusation of entering an airport sanitary area with a weapon, reports TMZ.com.
Farina, 64, pleaded no contest to the charge last July and was sente...
READ MOREThe Midnight Run star was arrested in May of 2008 after he was caught carrying a loaded and unregistered .22 calibre pistol through security at Los Angeles' LAX Airport.
He was booked for carrying a concealed weapon but later reached a deal with prosecutors to have the felony reduced to the lesser accusation of entering an airport sanitary area with a weapon, reports TMZ.com.
Farina, 64, pleaded no contest to the charge last July and was sente...
'Bottle Shock' Uncorks Onto DVD Feb. 3; Win A Copy!
Pour out the laughs and brim over with American spirit as the incredible true story that put Napa on the map of fine wines is uncorked with Bottle Shock, debuting onto DVD February 3rd from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment (TCFHE). Premiering at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, Bottle Shock has won the hearts of critics and audiences alike. Praised as "Rocky for wine aficionados" (The Hollywood Reporter), Bottle Shock follows novice vintner Jim Barrett who, against all odds and expectations, defeated the heavily favored French varietals at the 1976 blind taste challenge called "The ...
READ MOREThe Best and Worst of John Travolta
In recent years, it's become hip to pick on John Travolta for his movie choices. It's strange, considering not many actors can say that they've starred in three truly iconic films (see numbers 1, 3, and 6 on the "best" list). He's also achieved longevity that many actors can only dream of, due in large part to his genuine, "good guy" persona. So, sure, he's made some bad films. Who hasn't? His good movies still outnumber the bad ones.
Since John is putting on the dog in the new animated hit, "Bolt," we thought it would be a good time to take a look at some notable films from Travolta's...
READ MORESince John is putting on the dog in the new animated hit, "Bolt," we thought it would be a good time to take a look at some notable films from Travolta's...
Jerry Lewis Cited For Hidden Gun In Las Vegas Airport
Veteran comedian Jerry Lewis was tackled by guards at Las Vegas's McCarran Airport on Friday after they found a gun in his carry-on luggage. Staff spotted the weapon in the 82 year old's bag as it passed through an X-ray machine. He was cited for carrying a concealed weapon without a permit and released.
According to TMZ.com, Lewis claimed he didn't know the gun was in the bag, which had been used previously by other members of his family. His manager insists the weapon was a "fun gun" used as a show prop.
The incident comes just a week after actor Dennis Farina was fined $510 and...
READ MOREAccording to TMZ.com, Lewis claimed he didn't know the gun was in the bag, which had been used previously by other members of his family. His manager insists the weapon was a "fun gun" used as a show prop.
The incident comes just a week after actor Dennis Farina was fined $510 and...
Dennis Farina Fined For Weapons Possession
Cop-turned-actor Dennis Farina has been sentenced to a minimum of one year's probation and a $510 fine after attempting to carry a gun through an U.S. airport earlier this year.
The Saving Private Ryan star, 64, was charged with three misdemeanors after he was apprehended at Los Angeles International Airport on May 11th after a loaded gun was found in his briefcase as he attempted to board a plane. Farina pleaded no contest to the charge of entering an airport with a weapon in court on Thursday.
The two remaining charges - carrying a loaded firearm and carrying a concealed weapo...
READ MOREThe Saving Private Ryan star, 64, was charged with three misdemeanors after he was apprehended at Los Angeles International Airport on May 11th after a loaded gun was found in his briefcase as he attempted to board a plane. Farina pleaded no contest to the charge of entering an airport with a weapon in court on Thursday.
The two remaining charges - carrying a loaded firearm and carrying a concealed weapo...
Weapons Charge Against Dennis Farina Dropped To Misdemeanor
Cop-turned-actor Dennis Farina will not face felony charges for weapons possession following his arrest at Los Angeles International Airport in early May. The Get Shorty star, 64, was apprehended at L.A.X. Airport on May 11 after a loaded gun was found in his briefcase as he attempted to board a plane.
He was charged with carrying a concealed weapon following the discovery of the .22 caliber, semi-automatic pistol. Authorities later discovered the gun was also unregistered.
But the former Chicago, Illinois police officer has scored a lucky break - a spokesperson at the Los Angeles...
READ MOREHe was charged with carrying a concealed weapon following the discovery of the .22 caliber, semi-automatic pistol. Authorities later discovered the gun was also unregistered.
But the former Chicago, Illinois police officer has scored a lucky break - a spokesperson at the Los Angeles...
Paranoia Led To Dennis Farina's Gun Incident
Cop-turned-actor Dennis Farina carries a gun everywhere he goes, because he fears a criminal he has sent to jail will seek revenge. Farina was apprehended at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday morning after a loaded gun was found in his briefcase.
The Law & Order star has issued an apology following his arrest for felony weapons charges, but, according to friends of the 64-year-old actor, he always carries a 'piece' to prepare for unsuspecting assailants out to get him.
A source tells The National Enquirer Farina justifies, "There's a lot of bad guys from the old days th...
READ MOREThe Law & Order star has issued an apology following his arrest for felony weapons charges, but, according to friends of the 64-year-old actor, he always carries a 'piece' to prepare for unsuspecting assailants out to get him.
A source tells The National Enquirer Farina justifies, "There's a lot of bad guys from the old days th...
Actor Arrested For Allegedly Bringing Gun To LAX
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Actor Dennis Farina apologized for his arrest at Los Angeles International Airport after a loaded gun was found in his carry-on luggage.
''I apologize to anyone and everyone that I have caused any embarrassment or inconvenience to,'' the 64-year-old actor said in a statement. ''It is my own stupidity to find myself in this embarrassing situation.''
When the weapon was discovered at a security checkpoint at about 8 a.m. Sunday, police said Farina told them he had forgotten the .22-caliber handgun was in his luggage.
Farina was booked for investigation of car...
READ MORE''I apologize to anyone and everyone that I have caused any embarrassment or inconvenience to,'' the 64-year-old actor said in a statement. ''It is my own stupidity to find myself in this embarrassing situation.''
When the weapon was discovered at a security checkpoint at about 8 a.m. Sunday, police said Farina told them he had forgotten the .22-caliber handgun was in his luggage.
Farina was booked for investigation of car...
The 'That Guy' Encyclopedia, Letters A Through K
Hey, isn’t that...? You know, that guy. The guy that always plays someone in the military. He was in, uh, Syriana, The Kingdom... Oh yeah! He was the father of the emo kid in American Beauty!
Throughout cinematic history, there has been a plethora of actors that, for some reason or another, never become a household name. So here is a cheat sheet of sorts, a brief encyclopedia on "That Guy."
After reading this you can impress your friends! Win the movie game (the one where you name an actor, someone names a film he or she was in, next player names another actor in that film, etc....
READ MOREThroughout cinematic history, there has been a plethora of actors that, for some reason or another, never become a household name. So here is a cheat sheet of sorts, a brief encyclopedia on "That Guy."
After reading this you can impress your friends! Win the movie game (the one where you name an actor, someone names a film he or she was in, next player names another actor in that film, etc....
Unnecessary and Unwanted: The Worst TV Cast Additions
You know them, you loathe them. They are the unnecessary, obnoxious and often just plain annoying mid-series additions to established shows. Sure, there are times when a compelling, fresh-faced character is introduced and breathes new life into a series. Unfortunately, those instances are few and far between. Like with most of the television industry, the bad in this case far outweighs the good.
What follows is a list of the worst cast additions** in the last 30 years. Each and every one of the characters mentioned below was detrimental to the series in which he or she appeared. Som...
READ MOREWhat follows is a list of the worst cast additions** in the last 30 years. Each and every one of the characters mentioned below was detrimental to the series in which he or she appeared. Som...
Cheryl Hines Clears Up Reports She's Dating Dennis Farina
Curb Your Enthusiasm star Cheryl Hines has cleared up reports she's dating actor Dennis Farina, revealing the Saving Private Ryan star took a Las Vegas joke too far. The actress was enjoying a night out with her pal after a day off from shooting new movie Waitress when Farina started introducing her to everyone as his fiancée.
Hines recalls, "We were walking under the neon lights and he bought me a yard-long beer, and he was telling everyone I was his fiancée. It was bizarre."
Hines is married with a child and Farina divorced his wife Patricia in 1980.
- Cheryl Hines pictur...
READ MOREHines recalls, "We were walking under the neon lights and he bought me a yard-long beer, and he was telling everyone I was his fiancée. It was bizarre."
Hines is married with a child and Farina divorced his wife Patricia in 1980.
- Cheryl Hines pictur...
Dennis Farina Quits 'Law & Order'
Dennis Farina is quitting his role as Detective Joe Fantana on Law & Order after two years on the New York crime drama. The 62-year-old actor wants to pursue other acting roles and devote time to his production company, according to his spokeswoman Lori De Waal.
The show's creator and executive producer Dick Wolf says, "Dennis is the consummate professional, and I respect his decision to pursue other opportunities, and he will be sorely missed. I genuinely hope we work together again."
(This news article provided by World Entertainment News Network)
READ MOREThe show's creator and executive producer Dick Wolf says, "Dennis is the consummate professional, and I respect his decision to pursue other opportunities, and he will be sorely missed. I genuinely hope we work together again."
(This news article provided by World Entertainment News Network)
This Wednesday NBC's 'Heist' Debuts, 'Law & Order' Changes Time Slot
The premiere of NBC's new drama Heist kicks off on Wed., Mar. 22, at 10-11 p.m., following an all-new episode of Law & Order debuting in its new time slot at 9-10 p.m. "Heist" is a fast-paced, serialized drama that follows a team of expert career criminals as they attempt to pull off one of the biggest heists in history.
Dougray Scott, Steve Harris, Seymour Cassel, Marika Dominczyk and David Walton star as the burglars hell-bent on pulling off the impossible to simultaneously rob three of the most renowned jewelry stores on Beverly Hills' famed Rodeo Drive during Academy Awards week. ...
READ MOREDougray Scott, Steve Harris, Seymour Cassel, Marika Dominczyk and David Walton star as the burglars hell-bent on pulling off the impossible to simultaneously rob three of the most renowned jewelry stores on Beverly Hills' famed Rodeo Drive during Academy Awards week. ...
Celebrity Birthdays, March 1; February 29
Happy Birthday to 7th Heaven actor Adam LaVorgna (1981), "Saved By The Bell" star Mark-Paul Gosselaar (1974), Nickelback guitarist Ryan Peake (1973), hoops star Chris Webber (1973), Spanish actor Javier Bardem (1969), WWE wrestler Booker T (1965), "Eyes" star Tim Daly (1956), prolific actor/director Ron Howard (1954), the real "Daisy Duke," Catherine Bach (1954), Reggae singer Burning Spear (1948), comedian Alan Thicke (1947), actress Lana Wood (1946), "The A-Team" actor Dirk Benedict (1945), The Who singer Roger Daltrey (1944), Cuban guitarist Leo Brouwer (1939), actor Jed Allan (1937), "T...
READ MOREKathleen Turner To Play an Attorney on 'Law & Order' Episode
Golden Globe winner and Academy Award nominee Kathleen Turner guest stars on NBC's Law & Order Wed., Feb. 8 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The veteran actress will reunite with her Serial Mom co-star Sam Waterston when she plays high-powered defense attorney Rebecca Shane, representing a privileged student accused of murder.
In the "Law and Order" episode titled "Magnet," Shane faces off against A.D.A. Jack McCoy pitting a showy designer defense against old-fashioned legal maneuvering, generating sparks in and potentially out of the courtroom.
When Detectives Fontana (Dennis Farina) and Gree...
READ MOREIn the "Law and Order" episode titled "Magnet," Shane faces off against A.D.A. Jack McCoy pitting a showy designer defense against old-fashioned legal maneuvering, generating sparks in and potentially out of the courtroom.
When Detectives Fontana (Dennis Farina) and Gree...
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