Fox Searchlight is among those chasing the film starring newcomer Danielle Macdonald.read more SOURCE: Hollywood Reporter - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]

Critic’s Notebook: On the Wonders of Little-Known Streaming Service Acorn TV
The independent purveyor of British (and beyond) television might be the best platform you've never heard of and thus aren't using.read more SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter - Bastard Machine - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘American Idol’ Recap: Wide Awake in San Francisco (Video)
A psychic cat and several strong contestants kicked off night one of auditions in San Francisco.read more SOURCE: Idol Worship - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
Oscar Nominations: 10 Key Things to Look For During Tuesday Morning’s Big Announcement
THR's awards columnist discusses history-making opportunities for 'La La Land,' Meryl Streep and Amazon; why #OscarsSoWhite3 is unlikely to happen; and potential fresh controversies involving 'O.J.' and Mel Gibson.read more SOURCE: The Race - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘I Love Dick’: TV Review
Messy and not very likeable, the show could offer some salvation in supporting characters, but loving 'Dick' might be asking too much. read more SOURCE: TV Show Reviews - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
Jerry O’Connell Weighs In on Live! With Kelly Co-Host Decision: ”Let Them Take Their Time”
Jerry O'Connell isn't in any rush to make his co-host seat on Live! With Kelly permanent. The celeb recently caught up with E! News about ABC's decision to choose Michael... SOURCE: E! Online (US) - TV News - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
Critic’s Notebook: The True Inspiration for Led Zeppelin’s ‘Stairway To Heaven’? Who Cares?
THR critic Tim Goodman on the legal battle over the 45-year-old rock tune — and why everyone involved should go fly a kiteread more SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter - Bastard Machine - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
Adam Lambert Reveals New Album Title
The "American Idol" alum will release new music in April.read more SOURCE: Idol Worship - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘Awards Chatter’ Podcast — Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (‘The Wiz Live!’)
Hollywood's go-to producers for anything related to musical theater — the movie musical 'Chicago,' music-filled Oscar shows and NBC's live musicals — dish on color-blind casting, hate-watching and plans to bring 'The Wiz' and 'Bombshell' to Broadway.read more SOURCE: The Race - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘Thirteen’: TV Review
An intriguing and sensitive look at a familiar story of abduction and return, with strong writing and an excellent acting performance anchoring it. read more SOURCE: TV Show Reviews - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
New Gilmore Girls Is Here…Kind Of! Rory Gilmore Meets Michelle Obama in New Video
Commence caffeine-fueled freak out...now! Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life isn't here quite yet, but we do have something to tide us over, thanks to Michelle Obama, Alexis Bledel,... SOURCE: E! Online (US) - TV News - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
Critic’s Notebook: Why Being Critical of Broadcast Television Matters
Despite the sad state of affairs that the upfronts couldn't truly mask, some smart moves might be happening with the networks.read more SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter - Bastard Machine - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘American Idol’ Swings From the Chandelier in San Francisco
Auditions came to an end in San Francisco, but Harry Connick Jr. saved his best for last.read more SOURCE: Idol Worship - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘Awards Chatter’ Podcast — Joe Mantello (‘The Humans’)
The best director of a play Tony nominee reflects on his long and varied career as a Broadway actor ('Angels in America,' 'The Normal Heart') and director (he's won Tonys for directing a play and a musical, and also helmed the blockbuster 'Wicked'), and the joys and bumps he's experienced along the way.read more SOURCE: The Race - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘Casual’ Season 2: TV Review
The Hulu show remains a don't-miss gem, balancing humor and dysfunction impressively and effortlessly.read more SOURCE: TV Show Reviews - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
The Bachelorette’s Alex Sounds Off on Chad’s Violent Threats: "He’s a Chihuahua"
Bachelor Nation, we need to talk about Chad Johnson--again. Four episodes in and all The Bachelorette fans are talking about is JoJo Fletcher's polarizing suitor, a 28-year-old luxury... SOURCE: E! Online (US) - TV News - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
Critic’s Notebook: A Complicated Appreciation of the Great ‘Game of Thrones’
I think 'The Americans' is the best drama on TV — but I'll rewatch the HBO series first.read more SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter - Bastard Machine - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
‘American Idol’ Alum Jessica Meuse Brings Her ‘Blue-Eyed Lie’ to Los Angeles
The season-13 finalist from Slapout, Alabama, tells THR she's contemplating a move to Southern California.read more SOURCE: Idol Worship - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
Emmys: Who Leads (and Who Lags) in the Drama Actor Race
The usually impenetrable drama category is knocked open by two departures — Emmy favorites Jon Hamm ('Mad Men') and Jeff Daniels ('The Newsroom').read more SOURCE: The Race - Read entire story here. [Read Entire Story]
