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On this day in 1890, in Ulverston, Lancashire, comedian and writer Stan Laurel was born. One half of the Laurel and Hardy comedy team, his contribution to film history is immeasurable. via Stan Laurel — POP-A-LOOZA

This hellish image was created by the artist, William Blake (c. 1757–1827), using an effective mix of ink, chalk, and watercolor paint. It depicts Cerberus, the famous three-headed hellhound of Greek mythology, who was tasked with keeping the dead from leaving the underworld. The ancient Greek poet, Hesiod (c. 8th century BCE), wrote an early […]… Continue reading Cerberus, Painted By William Blake (c. 1757–1827) — The Historian’s Hut

By Scott Ross Like his friend and sometime mentor Orson Welles, Peter Bogdanovich was fascinated by the very early days of American moviemaking and longed to make a picture about them, especially after interviewing Allan Dwan and Raoul Walsh, both of whom were there from the beginning. Many of their anecdotes (and those of Leo […]… Continue reading Galloping tintypes: “Nickelodeon” (Director’s Cut and Original Theatrical Version, 1976) — So few critics, so many poets

NBC is making it 2006 again, through science or magic: “30 Rock” is returning to the Peacock next month for a new, original remotely-produced event that will also double as an upfront special for the NBCUniversal properties. The special, which will air Thursday, July 16 at 8 p.m. on NBC, will feature the return of… Continue reading ’30 Rock’ reunion set at NBC to showcase network’s upcoming shows — VOICE OF THE HWY

The CW Imports Four Alternative Series Making Their U.S. Debuts On Summer Schedule British Horror Whodunnit Competition “Killer Camp” Debuts Thursday, July 16 at 8pm Comedic Challenge Series “Taskmaster” and Culinary Competition “Fridge Wars” Begin Sunday, August 2 at 8pm and 9pm U.K. Docu-Series “Being Reuben” Premieres Friday, August 7 at 9pm “Tell Me A […]… Continue reading The CW Network Acquires Additional Summer Series, Sets Remaining Summer Premiere Dates — Atlanta’s CW69

Dave Chappelle took aim at CNN anchor Don Lemon in a blistering new stand-up comedy special for Netflix — and Lemon doesn’t mind, actually. via Don Lemon Reacts to Dave Chappelle Criticism in New Netflix Stand-Up Special: ‘I Actually Agree With Him’ — TVLine

Sons of Butcher – Lockdown In Steeltown (2020) (Infamous Butcher Records) Facebook.com/therealsobs | Instagram.com/therealsobs | Twitter.com/therealsobs | YouTube SonsofButcher.bandcamp.com | Apple Music | Patreon.com/SonsofButcher | Sons of Butcher was a Canadian rock band consisting of three members, two of whom are brothers. Their music fuses vulgar absurdist comedy with rock music in a style that… Continue reading EPK – Sons of Butcher – Lockdown In Steeltown (2020) (Infamous Butcher Records) —

Armando Iannucci’s Dickens adaptation will gross a fraction of Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster, but the good news is worth its weight in gold. via For Theaters Seeking Normalcy, Adding ‘David Copperfield’ to August Means Almost as Much as ‘Tenet’ — IndieWire

Mr. Deeds (2002) Released: June 28th, 2002 Genre: Comedy, Romance Directors: Steven Brill Writers: Clarence Buddington (Short Story), Robert Riskin (Film Mr. Deeds Goes to Town), Tim Herlihy (Screenplay) Cast: Adam Sandler, Winona Ryder, John Turturro, Opening Thoughts: A remake of Mr. Deeds Goes to Town except now with enough raunchy humor to ruin plenty […]… Continue reading Delayed Review: Mr. Deeds — The Movie Guy and Friends