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I Was Undone by HBO’s The Undoing
“Underneath this wonderful family, there is a ticking time bomb.”–director Susanne Bier. I’ve been obsessed. I’ve watched and rewatched episodes of The Undoing so many times, I’ve lost count. I’ve been bewitched by its talented, smartly cast team of actors. … Continue reading
Honoring the Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
“Fight for the things you care about, but in a way that will lead others to join you.”—Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She was tiny. A determined young woman in a vibrant blue suit, head held high, briefcase in hand, clearly thrilled … Continue reading
Remembering Comedy Legend Carl Reiner (1922-2020)
“It’s now 1:00 a.m., and I am going upstairs to my computer to tweet out my thought of the day, because I can. I have the freedom to do that because of people like you who are committed to protecting … Continue reading
Posted in Cable, Film, TV
Tagged Aging, Betty White, Carl Reiner, Comedy and Comedians, Danny Gold, Dick Van Dyke, George Burns, George Shapiro, HBO, Ida Keeling, In Memoriam, Jerry Seinfeld, Mel Brooks, Norman Lear, Stan Lee, Tao Porchon-Lynch
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I’ll Be Gone in the Dark Makes Chilling Debut on HBO
“I had a murder habit and it was bad. I would feed it for the rest of my life.”–Michelle McNamara. I’ve had the privilege of interviewing and profiling many notable filmmakers and writers in my career, but none more fascinating … Continue reading
Posted in Cable, Film, Journalism, Publishing
Tagged Ann Rule, Authors, Criminal Justice, East Area Rapist, Golden State Killer, HarperCollins, I'll Be Gone in the Dark, Liz Garbus, Los Angeles Magazine, Michelle McNamara, Original Night Stalker, Patton Oswalt, Rape, Sexual Assault, TrueCrimeDiary.com, Visalia Ransacker
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Ruffalo, Panjabi and O’Donnell Shine in HBO Literary Adaptation
“There has always been the tyranny of the word over the image: anything that’s written has got to be better. Most people feel it’s more genuine if you express yourself in words than pictures.” —Martin Scorsese. Works of literary fiction … Continue reading
Fauci, Cuomo and Feel-Good Media Help Us Heal
“America is America because we overcome adversity and challenges. It is what makes us great.”—Governor Andrew Cuomo. Let’s face it. This may not be the most opportune time to catch up on documentaries and feature films about killer viruses, natural … Continue reading
Very Ralph Makes Its Stylish Debut on HBO
“I hate fashion. But I had the eye.”—Ralph Lauren. During the Sixties, when most of us were sporting tie-dye shirts and hanging peace symbols around our necks, young Ralph Lifshitz from the Bronx yearned for wider ties and special cut … Continue reading
Posted in Cable, Fashion, Film
Tagged Fashion Design, Fashion Designers, Graydon Carter, HBO, POLO RALPH LAUREN, Ralph Lauren, Susan Lacy, Tyson Beckford, Very Ralph
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Buckle Up for Saudi Women’s Driving School on HBO
“I am used to sitting behind the driver in the back seat.”—Sarah Saleh. Sarah Saleh spent 10 years working the phones in the back office of a Saudi car dealership in the capital city of Riyadh. Now she’s posted out … Continue reading
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