Jose here. As a non-American, Thanksgiving has always been my favorite Us holiday because it's the time of the year when it's socially acceptable for people to put marshmallows and cranberries on everything. A practice which I refuse to stop during the other 364 days of the year, but which for 24 hours helps me bond with the people I love, as I argue about why movies with subtitles are as nourishing as turkey and gravy.
Other than complex carbs, I'm also thankful for
...J.Law away from Dior's gold and diamond shackles. She has rarely looked better than in the black Ralph Lauren she wore to one of the Mockingjay: Part 2 premieres.
...Charlotte Rampling's skinny jeans in 45 Years.
...3D movies that challenge everything I thought about the medium (thank you Gaspar Noe and Wim Wenders)
...for world cinema, and for the opportunity I've had to talk to so many international filmmakers this year.
Other than complex carbs, I'm also thankful for
...J.Law away from Dior's gold and diamond shackles. She has rarely looked better than in the black Ralph Lauren she wore to one of the Mockingjay: Part 2 premieres.
...Charlotte Rampling's skinny jeans in 45 Years.
...3D movies that challenge everything I thought about the medium (thank you Gaspar Noe and Wim Wenders)
...for world cinema, and for the opportunity I've had to talk to so many international filmmakers this year.
- 11/26/2015
- by Jose
- FilmExperience
Tony Award winner Nikki James has been cast in the CBS summer comedy “BrainDead,” the network announced Thursday. James won the 2011 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as Nabalungi in the hit Broadway musical “The Book of Mormon.” She also starred as Eponine in the Broadway revival of “Les Misérables.” Her feature film credits include “The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby,” “Lucky Stiff,” “All is Bright” and “Caesar and Cleopatra.” On television, she will appear in a recurring role on “The Good Wife” this season. She has also appeared in “Law & Order: Special Victims...
- 10/22/2015
- by Joe Otterson
- The Wrap
'IfDinah WashingtonampNancy Wilsonmet up withJessie JampAmy Winehousefor cocktails...' you'd get Carly Live at 54 With eight Broadway shows to her name,Carly Hugheshas quickly established herself as a recognizable talent, both onstage and off. Carly most recently starred on Broadway as Velma Kelly in Chicago and as The Leading Player in Pippin. A recipient of the prestigious Princess Grace Awards, her other Broadway credits include Beautiful TheCarole KingMusical, The Book of Mormon, Ghost, Ragtime, 25th Annual Putname County Spelling Bee and The Grinch. Carly is also featured in the upcoming movie adaptation of Ahrens amp Flaherty's musical, Lucky Stiff.
- 8/10/2015
- by Jessica Fallon Gordon
- BroadwayWorld.com
With a screenplay by Ahrens, and directed byChristopher Ashley, the new movie version of theLynn AhrensandStephen Flahertymusical Lucky Stiff is now in theaters and On Demand.This hysterical musical comedy with a romantic heart stars Tony Award-winnersJason AlexanderJEROME Robbins Broadway, Fish In The Dark andNikki M. JamesTHE Book Of Mormon, Preludes, along with newly elected Equity presidentKate ShindleLEGALLY Blonde, Wonderland,Dennis Farina,Pamela Shaw, and Dominic Marsh.Below, watch as Ashley, James and Shaw chat with BroadwayWorld about the new film...
- 8/3/2015
- by BroadwayWorld TV
- BroadwayWorld.com
BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you an exclusive sneak peek of the new film adaptation of the Lynn Ahrens andStephen Flaherty musical Lucky Stiff. This hysterical musical comedy with a romantic heart starsTony Award Winners Jason Alexander Jerome Robbins Broadway, Fish In The Dark andNikki M. James The Book Of Mormon, Preludes,and Kate Shindle Legally Blonde, Wonderland,Dennis Farina, Pamela Shaw, and Dominic Marsh...
- 6/22/2015
- by BroadwayWorld TV
- BroadwayWorld.com
The movie musical “Lucky Stiff” will be released in theaters and video on demand on July 24 via Abramorama and The Orchard, the two companies said Tuesday. The Orchard will make the film available to all U.S. and Canadian cable, satellite and digital platforms at the same time that the independent film company rolls it out theatrically. Jason Alexander, Nikki James, Dennis Farina, Pamela Shaw, Dominic Marsh and Cheyenne Jackson star in the film. Christopher Ashley, Tony-nominated for “Xanadu” and “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” will direct. Also Read: Emma Stone in Negotiations to Star in Musical 'La La Land' From 'Whiplash' Director The screenplay,...
- 4/21/2015
- by Todd Cunningham
- The Wrap
Abramorama and The Orchard are teaming up to release musical comedy Lucky Stiff. Richard Abramowitz's Abramorama will release the film in New York on July 24 at the AMC 25. The Orchard will complement the theatrical release by making the film available to all U.S. and Canadian cable, satellite and digital platforms for a simultaneous day-and-date release. Helmed by Tony-nominated director Christopher Ashley, the film has a Broadway-heavy cast that includes Jason Alexander, Nikki M. James, Pamela Shaw, Dennis Farina, Dominic Marsh, Cheyenne Jackson and Kate Shindle. Lucky Stiff centers on a young down-and-
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- 4/21/2015
- by Rebecca Ford
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Richard Abramowitz will release the musical comedy in New York City on July 24 and The Orchard will complement the theatrical release with a day-and-date North American digital launch.
Christopher Ashley directed Lucky Stiff from a screenplay and lyrics and music by Tony Award-winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
Jason Alexander, Nikki M James, Pamela Shaw, Dennis Farina, Dominic Marsh, Cheyenne Jackson and Kate Shindle star.
Lucky Stiff follows a young down-and-out British salesman who must engage in a week of hedonistic pursuits in Monte Carlo in order to inherit his late uncle’s fortune. Victor Symris and J Todd Harris produced.
Craig Sussman of the Orchard negotiated the deal with Clay Epstein of Arclight Films.
Christopher Ashley directed Lucky Stiff from a screenplay and lyrics and music by Tony Award-winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
Jason Alexander, Nikki M James, Pamela Shaw, Dennis Farina, Dominic Marsh, Cheyenne Jackson and Kate Shindle star.
Lucky Stiff follows a young down-and-out British salesman who must engage in a week of hedonistic pursuits in Monte Carlo in order to inherit his late uncle’s fortune. Victor Symris and J Todd Harris produced.
Craig Sussman of the Orchard negotiated the deal with Clay Epstein of Arclight Films.
- 4/21/2015
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
The Vail Film Festival has announced the lineup for its upcoming annual event, which takes place March 26-29 in Vail, Colorado. The 12th annual Festival will showcase 74 films chosen from across the globe, including 25 feature-length narrative and documentary films and 49 other films, including shorts, animated and student films. Many titles will be making their world premieres, while some were screened earlier this year at Sundance. Some of the highlights include 2015 Sundance Film Festival World Cinema Grand Jury Prize winner "Slow West," directed by John Maclean and starring Michael Fassbender, and "Cut Bank," directed by Matt Shakman and featuring Teresa Palmer, Liam Hemsworth, Billy Bob Thorton, John Malkovich and Bruce Dern. The 2015 12th Annual Vail Film Festival Program Includes: Feature Films: "A Dark Reflection" "Cut Bank" "Lucky Stiff" "Manhattan...
- 2/25/2015
- by Jena Keahon
- Indiewire
Today we are talking to an instantly recognizable stage stalwart who has lit up Broadway and beyond for more than three decades since her debut in William Finn's In Trousers - the one and only Mary Testa. Discussing all aspects of her exemplary new album created in collaboration with acclaimed orchestrator Michael Starobin, Have Faith, Testa imparts the impetus behind the concept album and outlines what motivated the wildly eclectic song choices included on the release - ranging from the Beach Boys, Prince and Aerosmith to Michael John Lachiusa, William Finn, Jill Sobule and many more. Furthermore, Testa eloquently describes the fascinating and compelling theme upon which the album is based - the journey of a soul through life ostensibly a search for faith - and relates the sonic experience to her own spiritual pursuits. Additionally, Testa clues us in on what we can expect from her upcoming promotional...
- 1/2/2015
- by Pat Cerasaro
- BroadwayWorld.com
The evening will be co-hosted by two of the company's alumni actors two-time Tony Award winner David Hyde Pierce at Ph in Richard Greenberg's The Maderati in 1987 and two-time Tony Award nominee, two-time Obie Award winner and 2012 Special Drama Desk Award winner Mary Testa at Ph in William Finn's In Trousers in 1979, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty's Lucky Stiff in 1988, Tom Donaghy's From Above in 1998Obie Award and Kathleen Tolan's The Wax in 2000.
- 2/7/2014
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
Last night, Thursday, September 26, 54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, launched its first of six performances celebrating the extraordinary 30-year collaboration of Tony Award-winning songwriting team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Ragtime, Once on This Island, My Favorite Year, Seussical, Lucky Stiff, the upcoming Rocky, and more. In 'Nice Fighting You A 30th Anniversary Celebration,' September 26 - 28, Ahrens and Flaherty offer six very special concerts featuring their best known songs, rare gems and even some never-before-heard material, performed by a rotating cast of Broadway stars. Last night's opening night concert featured Tony nominee Stephanie J. Block The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Anything Goes, Tony nominee Liz Callaway Baby, Anastasia, Tony Award winner Lachanze Dessa Rose, Once on This Island, Kecia Lewis Dessa Rose, Once on This Island, Sean McCourt Wicked, A Man of No Importance, Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell Ragtime, Kiss Me Kate Tony Award nominee Mary Testa 42nd Street,...
- 9/27/2013
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
Dennis Farina- the actor known for roles in Law & Order, Snatch, Get Shorty and Midnight Run has died. NBC News reports that the cause of death was a blood clot in his lung. The actor was 69. A former police officer, Farina first broke into Hollywood as a police consultant on Michael Mann’s 1981 film Thief. From there Mann cast him as Lt. Mike Torello on the series Crime Story and mobster Albert Lombard on Miami Vice. His fate was sealed: from then on, Farina had a long, successful career as either the cop or the crook. In either case he performed with gusto; equal parts smarm and charm, and always with a thick Chicago accent and equally thick mustache. He appeared in two films that have yet to be released- Authors Anonymous and Lucky Stiff. Farina is survived by longtime partner Marianne Cahill, three children and six grandchildren. Have a favorite Dennis Farina performance? Share...
- 7/22/2013
- by Adam Bellotto
- FilmSchoolRejects.com
Star of Midnight Run and Law and Order died on Monday morning in Scottsdale, Arizona, from a blood clot on the lung
Dennis Farina, a former Chicago police officer who used his experience on the force to create robust characters from both sides of the law, has died aged 69. His publicist, Lori De Waal, said he died on Monday morning at a hospital in Scottsdale, Arizona, from a blood clot in his lung.
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of a great actor and a wonderful man," De Waal said in a statement. "Dennis Farina was always warm-hearted and professional, with a great sense of humor and passion for his profession."
Farina, a native of Chicago, served in the city's police department for 18 years, occasionally taking stage and screen acting gigs on the side before making it a full-time career.
"He will be greatly missed by his family, friends,...
Dennis Farina, a former Chicago police officer who used his experience on the force to create robust characters from both sides of the law, has died aged 69. His publicist, Lori De Waal, said he died on Monday morning at a hospital in Scottsdale, Arizona, from a blood clot in his lung.
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of a great actor and a wonderful man," De Waal said in a statement. "Dennis Farina was always warm-hearted and professional, with a great sense of humor and passion for his profession."
Farina, a native of Chicago, served in the city's police department for 18 years, occasionally taking stage and screen acting gigs on the side before making it a full-time career.
"He will be greatly missed by his family, friends,...
- 7/22/2013
- by Amanda Holpuch
- The Guardian - Film News
Actor Dennis Farina compiled over 70 film and television credits in his lengthy career, playing a variety of tough guy roles in films like "Midnight Run," "Get Shorty" and "Saving Private Ryan." Farina died on Monday at the age of 69.
"I realize that no one is going to come to me and ask me to be Julius Caesar or a romantic lead, but I think I'm a certain type of guy who looks a certain way and that's just the reality of things," Farina told Moviefone in 2011.
Born in Chicago, Farina didn't start acting at a young age. He was actually a Chicago police officer for 18 years, and was hired by Michael Mann to consult on the 1981 film "Thief." Mann gave Farina a small role in the film, kicking off a career that spanned three decades. Farina would work with Mann again a number of times, including on the film "Manhunter...
"I realize that no one is going to come to me and ask me to be Julius Caesar or a romantic lead, but I think I'm a certain type of guy who looks a certain way and that's just the reality of things," Farina told Moviefone in 2011.
Born in Chicago, Farina didn't start acting at a young age. He was actually a Chicago police officer for 18 years, and was hired by Michael Mann to consult on the 1981 film "Thief." Mann gave Farina a small role in the film, kicking off a career that spanned three decades. Farina would work with Mann again a number of times, including on the film "Manhunter...
- 7/22/2013
- by The Huffington Post
- Huffington Post
Today we are talking to a Tony Award-winning Broadway and Hollywood notable all about his terrifically theatrical background - having appeared in musicals ranging from his debut in the ill-fated Merrily We Roll Along to his Tony Award-winning work in Jerome Robbins' Broadway to most recent role as the artistic director of La's lauded Reprise Theatre Company - the one and only Jason Alexander. Expounding upon his big Broadway break in Stephen Sondheim amp Harold Prince's Merrily and what it was like to witness the two titans as they developed the piece, Alexander shares his insights into the art of Broadway and also casts a glance back at his roles in Kander amp Ebb's The Rink, Mel Brooks's The Producers and directing Sondheims musicals himself such as Sunday In The Park With George with frequent InDepth InterView participant Kelli OHara. Alexander also opens up about some of...
- 12/15/2012
- by Pat Cerasaro
- BroadwayWorld.com
J. Todd Harris is a film producer living in Los Angeles. His credits include “Bottle Shock,” “The Kids Are All Right,” “The Family Tree” and “Miss Nobody” — all shot in California. I just wrapped an independent movie here in Los Angeles, a musical called “Lucky Stiff” from “Jeffrey” director Christopher Ashley. It’s a pretty expensive movie by indie standards, but the experience was a joy because everything we needed was here, with the best film professionals in the world available and eager to work. Eager? Nay, thankful. If there was one overriding sentiment expressed during our just-over-five-week shoot, it was how grateful everyone on the crew was to have a movie shooting at home in Los Angeles. Like so many productions these days, it would have been incredibly easy for us not to. There were many reasons we chose Los Angeles, despite the fact that other states have a more accessible and.
- 7/31/2012
- by J. Todd Harris
- Indiewire
Today we are talking to one of Broadways most recent stars to make a big impression in Hollywood with his many recent TV and film appearances - from Glee, 30 Rock and Curb Your Enthusiasm to the forthcoming HBO Liberace biopic Behind The Candelabra as well as the new NBC series Mockingbird Lane - following his stints on the Great White Way in the lead roles of musicals such as All Shook Up, Xanadu and Finians Rainbow - the convivial, exceedingly talented Cheyenne Jackson. Giving us an all-access pass to his new role as songwriter, crafting two pop gems - Drive and Before You - and creating accompanying music videos for them as a preview of his forthcoming Ep, which will also include collaborations with Sia and more. In addition to his recording career and songwriting responsibilities, Jackson also has a number of high profile film and TV projects coming up...
- 7/18/2012
- by Pat Cerasaro
- BroadwayWorld.com
As the theater world looks ahead to the Tony Awards on June 10, there’s one Broadway actress who’s still enjoying her status as a recent Tony winner. Nikki M. James won more than just hearts with her starring turn as Nabulungi in The Book of Mormon; the New Jersey native took home the Tony for Best Featured Actress in a Musical in 2011, a well-deserved win for the girl at the heart of Broadway’s most outrageous musical.
EW chatted with James–who’s currently in pre-production for a film adaptation of the off-Broadway musical Lucky Stiff–to find out...
EW chatted with James–who’s currently in pre-production for a film adaptation of the off-Broadway musical Lucky Stiff–to find out...
- 6/2/2012
- by Marc Snetiker
- EW.com - PopWatch
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