Elmore Leonard doesn’t make adaptations easy. The many successful films and one great TV show produced from the renowned author’s work seem to indicate otherwise, but for every “Out of Sight” and “Justified,” there’s a “Killshot” and “Karen Sisco.”
Now, after a hailed novel and two feature films, “Get Shorty” becomes the latest Leonard crime story to get the series treatment, and it’s a lot closer in quality to its titular inspiration than its lesser sequel, “Be Cool.” But aside from being pretty darn good, this take goes its own way.
Anyone familiar with the 1990 book or 1995 film will certainly recognize the plot, but creator Davey Holmes’ new show isn’t doing an impression; not on any level. From the casting to the construction, this version of “Get Shorty” is its own beast. The hour-long drama may not be the next big breakout in the golden age of TV,...
Now, after a hailed novel and two feature films, “Get Shorty” becomes the latest Leonard crime story to get the series treatment, and it’s a lot closer in quality to its titular inspiration than its lesser sequel, “Be Cool.” But aside from being pretty darn good, this take goes its own way.
Anyone familiar with the 1990 book or 1995 film will certainly recognize the plot, but creator Davey Holmes’ new show isn’t doing an impression; not on any level. From the casting to the construction, this version of “Get Shorty” is its own beast. The hour-long drama may not be the next big breakout in the golden age of TV,...
- 8/13/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
A funny, fresh detective comedy is tough to do in any language. Many shows have tried to infuse the sordid world of cheap private investigators with some offbeat humor, but “Swedish Dicks,” the latest attempt, co-created and starring Peter Stormare, bases its story in L.A. with an international and bilingual twist.
Stormare plays Ingmar, a broke ex-Hollywood stuntman who opens up an unusually affordable detective agency. Working out of a nondescript downtown L.A. office, one particular job brings fellow Swedish ex-pat Axel (Johan Glans) into his professional orbit. After the two narrowly escape the clutches of a particularly twisty gig, they go into business together. Operating under an agency with the same name as the show’s title, these two Swedes handle their client’s unconventional requests wherever in the city they might lead.
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Stormare plays Ingmar, a broke ex-Hollywood stuntman who opens up an unusually affordable detective agency. Working out of a nondescript downtown L.A. office, one particular job brings fellow Swedish ex-pat Axel (Johan Glans) into his professional orbit. After the two narrowly escape the clutches of a particularly twisty gig, they go into business together. Operating under an agency with the same name as the show’s title, these two Swedes handle their client’s unconventional requests wherever in the city they might lead.
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It’s not...
- 8/10/2017
- by Steve Greene
- Indiewire
“Difficult People” isn’t for everyone, but that’s a big factor in its charm. The always whipsmart, fast-paced comedy created by Julie Klausner is extremely insular in its focus on Julie (Klausner) and Billy (Billy Eichner), pop culture-obsessed New York comedians whose bad attitudes are often the cause of their problems. But that focus means that as the show has progressed, the characters have had the chance to… well, maybe not “grow,” in the traditional sitcom sense. However, they do seem capable of change.
Which is good news, as Season 3 of a series like this could easily fall into a more-of-the-same trap. The core principles of “Difficult People” haven’t been altered — Julie and Billy are still best friends, and still relatively disdainful of anyone outside their friendship. But, based on the five episodes screened, “Difficult People” isn’t interested in treading water this season, contributing to a richer,...
Which is good news, as Season 3 of a series like this could easily fall into a more-of-the-same trap. The core principles of “Difficult People” haven’t been altered — Julie and Billy are still best friends, and still relatively disdainful of anyone outside their friendship. But, based on the five episodes screened, “Difficult People” isn’t interested in treading water this season, contributing to a richer,...
- 8/8/2017
- by Liz Shannon Miller
- Indiewire
[Editor’s Note: The following review contains spoilers for “Rick and Morty” Season 3, Episode 3, “Pickle Rick.”]
When describing Rick, Bird Person put it best: “The path your father and I walked together is soaked deeply in the blood of both friend and enemy.” As goofy as “Rick and Morty” treats the adventures of this scientist at the center of these interdimensional adventures, it’s just as good about enriching his genius bona fides in different ways. It took branching out on his own, but Sunday’s episode, “Pickle Rick,” was one of the series’ best examples of untethering Rick Sanchez from all laws of nature and physics and marveling at the results.
When an elaborate turning-into-a-vegetable scheme keeps Rick from attending a family therapy session, Beth, Summer, and Morty leave the oldest member of the family in briny form, sitting on his prized workbench. From its first appearance in the Season 3 trailer, Pickle Rick has been the kind of elemental idea that “Rick and Morty” executes so well,...
When describing Rick, Bird Person put it best: “The path your father and I walked together is soaked deeply in the blood of both friend and enemy.” As goofy as “Rick and Morty” treats the adventures of this scientist at the center of these interdimensional adventures, it’s just as good about enriching his genius bona fides in different ways. It took branching out on his own, but Sunday’s episode, “Pickle Rick,” was one of the series’ best examples of untethering Rick Sanchez from all laws of nature and physics and marveling at the results.
When an elaborate turning-into-a-vegetable scheme keeps Rick from attending a family therapy session, Beth, Summer, and Morty leave the oldest member of the family in briny form, sitting on his prized workbench. From its first appearance in the Season 3 trailer, Pickle Rick has been the kind of elemental idea that “Rick and Morty” executes so well,...
- 8/7/2017
- by Steve Greene
- Indiewire
[Editor’s Note: The following review contains spoilers for “Twin Peaks: The Return,” Season 3, “Part 13” (Episode 13).]
No part of “Twin Peaks” is predictable, but the predominant theme of “Part 13” unveiled itself in a hurry: pie.
The delicious diner desert and its perfect beverage partner have been staples of David Lynch’s series since its inception, but rarely in “The Return” have we seen such intense focus on the healing power of a good slice and a few sips.
Cooper’s (Kyle MacLachlan) fixation on cherry pie, which already saved his life once, did so again (and from the same shop). A distraught Becky (Amanda Seyfried) calls her mother, Shelly (Madchen Amick), and the mere promise of pie turns her frown upside down. Later, Norma (Peggy Lipton) meets with Walter (Grant Goodeve) about her diner franchise’s performance, and she’s told the other pies aren’t as good as her own. Norma explains why — hers are made from all-natural ingredients — to which Walter responds, “Love doesn’t always turn a profit.
No part of “Twin Peaks” is predictable, but the predominant theme of “Part 13” unveiled itself in a hurry: pie.
The delicious diner desert and its perfect beverage partner have been staples of David Lynch’s series since its inception, but rarely in “The Return” have we seen such intense focus on the healing power of a good slice and a few sips.
Cooper’s (Kyle MacLachlan) fixation on cherry pie, which already saved his life once, did so again (and from the same shop). A distraught Becky (Amanda Seyfried) calls her mother, Shelly (Madchen Amick), and the mere promise of pie turns her frown upside down. Later, Norma (Peggy Lipton) meets with Walter (Grant Goodeve) about her diner franchise’s performance, and she’s told the other pies aren’t as good as her own. Norma explains why — hers are made from all-natural ingredients — to which Walter responds, “Love doesn’t always turn a profit.
- 8/7/2017
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
I have a curious habit, maybe you have it too, if you are a real movie geek, film fan, cinema addict, what have you.
A certain number of movies that I have seen and loved with all my heart were losers at the box office or were mercilessly slammed by critics, usually both. This doesn’t happen all the time, mind you. I know a bad movie when I see one. But several times I have seen a movie on opening day and loved it so much I was sure it would be a big hit and be loved by critics and film goers, nope, not all the time.
Here then is my own personal and highly eccentric top ten list, with some honorable mentions, of movies that lost out, yet I love them still, many of them desperately, hysterically, madly do I love these films, well anyway… let me tell you about it.
A certain number of movies that I have seen and loved with all my heart were losers at the box office or were mercilessly slammed by critics, usually both. This doesn’t happen all the time, mind you. I know a bad movie when I see one. But several times I have seen a movie on opening day and loved it so much I was sure it would be a big hit and be loved by critics and film goers, nope, not all the time.
Here then is my own personal and highly eccentric top ten list, with some honorable mentions, of movies that lost out, yet I love them still, many of them desperately, hysterically, madly do I love these films, well anyway… let me tell you about it.
- 6/10/2014
- by Sam Moffitt
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Back at the beginning of July in the daily Briefs, I started the Official snicks Top 100 Lost Hits of The 80's, spotlighting the 100 greatest minor hits of that decade. The songs you don't hear on any 80's nostalgia show. Songs that missed the top ten, or top twenty ... or top forty, and over the last five months I hope some of these forgotten gems may have rung a long dormant bell, or for younger readers, provided a pop music history lesson.
Here is the complete list, including my favorite lost song of the decade. Thank you for taking this 80's road trip with me ... but it's not over yet! I'll be featuring a new Lost Hit once a week in the Wednesday Briefs, so the history lesson will continue!
Let the countdown commence, and remember ... keep your feet on the ground, and keep reaching for the stars!
100. Animotion - "I...
Here is the complete list, including my favorite lost song of the decade. Thank you for taking this 80's road trip with me ... but it's not over yet! I'll be featuring a new Lost Hit once a week in the Wednesday Briefs, so the history lesson will continue!
Let the countdown commence, and remember ... keep your feet on the ground, and keep reaching for the stars!
100. Animotion - "I...
- 11/28/2012
- by snicks
- The Backlot
The original Lost Boys is a classic in every sense of the word. Its sequels? Not so much, though the third one was a vast improvement on the insipid second film. So where does that leave us for the fourth film? Nowhere fast.
Movie Web caught up with series star Corey Feldman, who had this to say regarding another trip into the world of the Nosferatu...
“People love it. People want to see more of it. Jamison Newlander and I are always down to get back into bed,” he tells the site. “But that being said, it’s Warner Bros. that drives that boat. It is a Warner Bros. film, it’s a Warner Bros. franchise. Without Warner Bros. behind it, there are no more Frog Brothers. The Bros. Warner need to get back into bed with The Bros. Frog. Then we can all have a great big movie orgy.
Movie Web caught up with series star Corey Feldman, who had this to say regarding another trip into the world of the Nosferatu...
“People love it. People want to see more of it. Jamison Newlander and I are always down to get back into bed,” he tells the site. “But that being said, it’s Warner Bros. that drives that boat. It is a Warner Bros. film, it’s a Warner Bros. franchise. Without Warner Bros. behind it, there are no more Frog Brothers. The Bros. Warner need to get back into bed with The Bros. Frog. Then we can all have a great big movie orgy.
- 11/27/2012
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Mike Manning attends The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center's 41st Anniversary Gala
Birthday shoutouts go to Megan Mullally, who is 54, and Anne Hathaway is 30.If you haven't already, please take a look at our 2012 Hot In Hollywood post, and list your choices for nominees! You have until November 19th.It's official! Kyrsten Sinema has become the first out bi member of Congress. In related news, Kyrsten Sinema is the greatest name in the history of everything.
Ups is the latest to give The Boy Scouts the heave-ho.I've got to mention the Kevin Clash story, but I don't want to think about it. All the facts aren't out yet.In ratings news, Once Upon A Time took a big tumble after a few weeks of gains, while Revenge hit a season low, and this "is not good news for the sophomore soap, which has declined virtually every week in its...
Birthday shoutouts go to Megan Mullally, who is 54, and Anne Hathaway is 30.If you haven't already, please take a look at our 2012 Hot In Hollywood post, and list your choices for nominees! You have until November 19th.It's official! Kyrsten Sinema has become the first out bi member of Congress. In related news, Kyrsten Sinema is the greatest name in the history of everything.
Ups is the latest to give The Boy Scouts the heave-ho.I've got to mention the Kevin Clash story, but I don't want to think about it. All the facts aren't out yet.In ratings news, Once Upon A Time took a big tumble after a few weeks of gains, while Revenge hit a season low, and this "is not good news for the sophomore soap, which has declined virtually every week in its...
- 11/12/2012
- by snicks
- The Backlot
We're back with the latest installment of Radio 66.6! This week features news, music, videos, tour dates and more from the likes of Marilyn Manson, Trivium, Cannibal Corpse, Primus, Children of Bodom, Cattle Decapitation, Melvins, Falling in Reverse and more. Don't touch that dial!
News
After police witnessed the aggressive audience at a Flogging Molly show at the House of Blues in Boston, Ma, the city is cracking down on moshing in large venues. A dumb idea, but everyone knows that the best pits are at small shows any way.
Sea of Treachery are reforming with their original lineup. The band will be writing a new album and touring again.
A Life Once Lost will enter Planet Red in Richmond, Va with producer Andreas Magnusson on April 10 to record a new album, their first since 2007. It will be released later this year on Season of Mist.
Comedian/actor Patton Oswalt has...
News
After police witnessed the aggressive audience at a Flogging Molly show at the House of Blues in Boston, Ma, the city is cracking down on moshing in large venues. A dumb idea, but everyone knows that the best pits are at small shows any way.
Sea of Treachery are reforming with their original lineup. The band will be writing a new album and touring again.
A Life Once Lost will enter Planet Red in Richmond, Va with producer Andreas Magnusson on April 10 to record a new album, their first since 2007. It will be released later this year on Season of Mist.
Comedian/actor Patton Oswalt has...
- 3/19/2012
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- DreadCentral.com
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