We have a few more weeks of summer, before Autumn, my FAVORITE season, begins. Many of you will have August vacations coming and I have a few new recommendations you might want to explore on your down time.
On the television front, there's lots happening. Beginning on August 19th, Regis Philbin returns to television. He will be hosting a show called "Crowd goes Wild" for
Fox Sports network everyday at 5p.m. Now he can sleep late before work.
Keith Olbermann who, as you may remember, was fired from Current TV in 2012 returns to tv and is going back to his roots. He will be discussing sports, not politics, on ESPN starting August 26th at 11p.m. Don't be surprised if he sneaks in a few liberal opinions about the country's government. Interestingly enough, Nate Silver has left the New York Times to be a regular contributor on the Olbermann show. Stay tuned.
Finally, if you missed Larry David's tv movie, Clear History, on HBO last Saturday-
try to catch it on demand. If you are a David fan, you will enjoy it. It's basically a long episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm. The cast is terrific, especially Liev Shreiber
(who doesn't even have a credit). And the band Chicago plays a large role in the movie so there are lots of great songs throughout. If Larry makes you cringe, avoid this at all costs.
On the movie front, check out Woody Allen's new movie, Blue Jasmine. Cate Blanchett is fabulous and the movie is good, not great. The cast is great, not good.
Andrew Dice Clay and Bobby Cannavale are superb.
Yes, I was desperate and bored so I went to see We are the Millers. I liked the movie. It was stupid and funny. It's good for a giggle. If you are a guy, it is definitely worth the price of admission to see Jennifer Anniston in a minimum of three scenes in a minimum of underwear. Jason Sudeikis and Emma Roberts also star in the flick. Bottom line: it's a good "bad" movie. Wait for it to go on demand.
Keep an eye out for The Butler and Jobs coming out this weekend.
If you prefer to read, check out a young new author debuting her first novel. It has gotten rave reviews by all. The book is: The People in the Trees by Hanya Yanagihara.
Now for the shoppers out there-Check out designer Philip Lim's clothing and accessories made especially for Target. The line will be in stores on September 15th. I can't wait!
Then stop over at Sephora for your makeup fix. Products I love are Buxom's pen and ink long last eyeliner; Highbeam highlighter by Benefit; and Jin soon nail lacquer which is only available on line. This polish is the Best! It is a long lasting chip proof polish that comes in exquisite colors. Try their power coat and top coat too. It's expensive but well worth it.
And, if you need the gift of the moment for young girls between ages of 8-15, the newest craze is Rainbow Loom bracelets. They are easy and fun to create on a mini loom. Good luck finding the kit in stock. Available at Michael's arts and crafts stores.
http://www.michaels.com/Rainbow-Loom-Kit/kd4167,default,pd.html
Enjoy the rest of August-See you in September! Oneb
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Thursday, August 1, 2013
It's been a while.....
I haven't blogged in a while so I have many different things to discuss.
Television Series
MAGIC CITY-on Starz. This show is in its second season. It takes place in 1959 at the Miramar Playa Hotel in Miami. This hotel, Miramar Playa is very similar to the Fountainbleu or Eden Roc during this time. The owner of the hotel, Ike Evans, is played by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who is sensational and easy on the eyes. His nemesis is probably the scariest villain on television these days. That character is Ben Diamond, king of Miami's underworld, and is played by actor Danny Huston. These characters have viceral hate for one another and the story plot revolves around their business wars. You will be shaking watching Danny Huston in this role. He literally makes your skin crawl. Violence ensues.
RAY DONOVAN-on Showtime. Jon Voight and Liev Schreiber star in this series about a Professional fixer in L.A.(Schreiber) and the hateful (non) relationship with his father (Jon Voight), who has just been released from prison. Jon Voight is beyond spectacular in this role. A definite must to watch. LOVE the show.
NEWSROOM-On HBO. Great ensemble cast. Irritating dialogue where the characters constantly talk over one another. It is the best of Aaron Sorkin and the worst of Aaron Sorkin. I continue to watch the series, but it is mediocre. Not one his better shows.
THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS-on Own network. This is a nighttime a soap opera developed by Tyler Perry. The acting, however is super. A close second in the villain category (Ben Diamond/Magic City) is played by Tika Sumpter as Candace Young. She is beautiful, smart, and terribly evil. Remember the show Dynasty? Candace is more horrific than Joan Collins in Dynasty.. Tika Sumpter deserves an emmy for this role.The actress, Crystal Fox, playing her mother, Hanna Young is equally great. Has a fabulous cast. The women will like this show. Men will not!
MILLION DOLLAR LISTING NYC-on Bravo. Three realtors battle for the opportunity to get pricey listings in NYC. It makes you see firsthand how morally corrupt and dishonest many of these brokers are, and how often they play the buyers against the sellers. Tune in to see Frederik, Luis, and Ryan. It's fun to see locations you know and what they actually sell for in NYC- the prices are insane, but you know that!
Who Knew About This?
Television
LARRY KING-on RT America Network. Check out his new show about politics. You can catch it on Hulu.Com or Rt.com
FUNNY OR DIE'S BILLY ON THE STREET-on Fuse. Comedian Billy Eichner is hysterical in little vignettes.
The Web
IMMACULATE INFATUATION-a website that is right up my alley. Discussions about food in the NYC area. And, it also tells you the stars favorite spots to chow down.
Upcoming Shows
A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN-opening at The Lyceum Theatre on Broadway on 9/20. Mary Bridget Davies stars as Janis. If you haven't heard her sing-she is extraordinary. This will be a hard ticket to come by.
Food/Restaurants
Do or Dine- Brooklyn. Many options. Are you up for a foie gras donut? yuck!
Blue Ribbon Beer Garden-190 Allen Street in the Thomson Hotel. Nice outside terrace on the 2nd floor. Loads of beer choices but only 3 entrees: Cornish hen, ribs, vegetable platter. And there's ping pong! cool..
Dominique Ansel's Bakery-189 Spring Street. By now you have all heard of the infamous cronut. If you haven't, you most likely live under a rock. Anyway, a cronut is half croissant and half donut. They are hard to acquire and most likely you will need to wait on line for hours. However, I can't understand why people just don't buy the infamous DKA instead. This is a croissant with carmelized crust. OR his other delectable creation, The Paris? This is a pastry with chocolate, caramel, and peanut butter filling-YUM! Mr. Ansel rose to fame as Daniel Boulud's executive pastry chef, before going out on his own. Worth the wait?
Movies
THE WAY WAY BACK-Best movie of the summer. May even be in my top 20. Coming of Age story about an awkward, insecure teen played by Liam James. He gains his confidence by working for an offbeat manager of a water park, played by Sam Rockwell. Rockwell steals the movie and deserves an academy award. Run don't walk to see this. You will smile for days afterward.
FRUITVALE STATION-a true story about a young black boy killed for no reason, on New Year's day in 2009. . Takes place in the San Francisco Bay area. Stars Michael B. Jordan who is absolutely riveting. His mother, played by Octavia Spencer, also gives (another) award winning performance. VERY difficult to sit through. As one reviewer said, "Imagine Trayvon Martin as a white kid. Would there be as many commentators speculating that Trayvon's attitude caused his own death at the hands of a man who stalked him with a gun?" This movie is so timely and so powerful.Go see this movie. Make your teens see this movie!
Television Series
MAGIC CITY-on Starz. This show is in its second season. It takes place in 1959 at the Miramar Playa Hotel in Miami. This hotel, Miramar Playa is very similar to the Fountainbleu or Eden Roc during this time. The owner of the hotel, Ike Evans, is played by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who is sensational and easy on the eyes. His nemesis is probably the scariest villain on television these days. That character is Ben Diamond, king of Miami's underworld, and is played by actor Danny Huston. These characters have viceral hate for one another and the story plot revolves around their business wars. You will be shaking watching Danny Huston in this role. He literally makes your skin crawl. Violence ensues.
RAY DONOVAN-on Showtime. Jon Voight and Liev Schreiber star in this series about a Professional fixer in L.A.(Schreiber) and the hateful (non) relationship with his father (Jon Voight), who has just been released from prison. Jon Voight is beyond spectacular in this role. A definite must to watch. LOVE the show.
NEWSROOM-On HBO. Great ensemble cast. Irritating dialogue where the characters constantly talk over one another. It is the best of Aaron Sorkin and the worst of Aaron Sorkin. I continue to watch the series, but it is mediocre. Not one his better shows.
THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS-on Own network. This is a nighttime a soap opera developed by Tyler Perry. The acting, however is super. A close second in the villain category (Ben Diamond/Magic City) is played by Tika Sumpter as Candace Young. She is beautiful, smart, and terribly evil. Remember the show Dynasty? Candace is more horrific than Joan Collins in Dynasty.. Tika Sumpter deserves an emmy for this role.The actress, Crystal Fox, playing her mother, Hanna Young is equally great. Has a fabulous cast. The women will like this show. Men will not!
MILLION DOLLAR LISTING NYC-on Bravo. Three realtors battle for the opportunity to get pricey listings in NYC. It makes you see firsthand how morally corrupt and dishonest many of these brokers are, and how often they play the buyers against the sellers. Tune in to see Frederik, Luis, and Ryan. It's fun to see locations you know and what they actually sell for in NYC- the prices are insane, but you know that!
Who Knew About This?
Television
LARRY KING-on RT America Network. Check out his new show about politics. You can catch it on Hulu.Com or Rt.com
FUNNY OR DIE'S BILLY ON THE STREET-on Fuse. Comedian Billy Eichner is hysterical in little vignettes.
The Web
IMMACULATE INFATUATION-a website that is right up my alley. Discussions about food in the NYC area. And, it also tells you the stars favorite spots to chow down.
Upcoming Shows
A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN-opening at The Lyceum Theatre on Broadway on 9/20. Mary Bridget Davies stars as Janis. If you haven't heard her sing-she is extraordinary. This will be a hard ticket to come by.
Food/Restaurants
Do or Dine- Brooklyn. Many options. Are you up for a foie gras donut? yuck!
Blue Ribbon Beer Garden-190 Allen Street in the Thomson Hotel. Nice outside terrace on the 2nd floor. Loads of beer choices but only 3 entrees: Cornish hen, ribs, vegetable platter. And there's ping pong! cool..
Dominique Ansel's Bakery-189 Spring Street. By now you have all heard of the infamous cronut. If you haven't, you most likely live under a rock. Anyway, a cronut is half croissant and half donut. They are hard to acquire and most likely you will need to wait on line for hours. However, I can't understand why people just don't buy the infamous DKA instead. This is a croissant with carmelized crust. OR his other delectable creation, The Paris? This is a pastry with chocolate, caramel, and peanut butter filling-YUM! Mr. Ansel rose to fame as Daniel Boulud's executive pastry chef, before going out on his own. Worth the wait?
Movies
THE WAY WAY BACK-Best movie of the summer. May even be in my top 20. Coming of Age story about an awkward, insecure teen played by Liam James. He gains his confidence by working for an offbeat manager of a water park, played by Sam Rockwell. Rockwell steals the movie and deserves an academy award. Run don't walk to see this. You will smile for days afterward.
FRUITVALE STATION-a true story about a young black boy killed for no reason, on New Year's day in 2009. . Takes place in the San Francisco Bay area. Stars Michael B. Jordan who is absolutely riveting. His mother, played by Octavia Spencer, also gives (another) award winning performance. VERY difficult to sit through. As one reviewer said, "Imagine Trayvon Martin as a white kid. Would there be as many commentators speculating that Trayvon's attitude caused his own death at the hands of a man who stalked him with a gun?" This movie is so timely and so powerful.Go see this movie. Make your teens see this movie!
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