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 Sep 2 2007, 11:32 AM
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Space Cowboy  Group: Blokes in Charge Posts: 14,558 Joined: 1-October 04 From: Mercy Member No.: 2,262  |
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Sep 2 2007, 06:00 PM
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. Group: Senior Members Posts: 6,111 Joined: 27-February 05 Member No.: 3,514 |
They have awards for the best novella, the best novelette and the best short-story. I don't know exactly why but that seems very strange to me: is there really that much competition that such an arbitrary distinction needs to be made, and three times over?
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Sep 7 2007, 11:11 PM
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All out of mercy today. Group: Senior Members Posts: 7,109 Joined: 30-November 05 From: Here to Eternity (Just outside Bolton) Member No.: 4,706 |
It's old now, but a comment by The Kermodester prompted me to look into the enigma that is Neil Sean and I found this piece of gold.
I also found his modest website... EDIT: Spelt it Lermodester. I think that's a type of cheese. How apt. This post has been edited by curtinparloe: Sep 7 2007, 11:12 PM |
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Sep 14 2007, 01:54 PM
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. Group: Senior Members Posts: 6,111 Joined: 27-February 05 Member No.: 3,514 |
A little too early to start a thread for the 80th Academy Awards, so I might as well post this snippet here: Jon Stewart returns as Oscar host.
QUOTE (imdb.com 2007-09-13) Stewart To Host the Oscars: TV funnyman Jon Stewart is set to return to the Oscars stage to host the 80th Academy Awards in February. The host of America's The Daily Show took charge of the Oscars for the first time when he presented the 78th Academy Awards. Telecast producer Gilbert Cates says, "Jon was a terrific host for the 78th Awards. He is smart, quick, funny, loves movies and is a great guy. What else could one ask for?" Stewart adds, "I'm thrilled to be asked to host the Academy Awards for the second time because, as they say, the third time's a charm!" Stewart, who hosted the Grammy Awards in 2001 and 2002, has another major TV honor to look forward to - an upcoming role in The Simpsons. The 80th Academy Awards will be held at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood on February 24. Obviously as a huge Jon Stewart fan I was rather surprised by the mixed reviews he got when he hosted in 2006, but I will admit he wasn't at his best. I suppose unless he wasn't given the sort of free reign that he is normally used to on Comedy Central. Let's hope this year he brings a little bit more, but even if it's the standard of 2006 I won't mind - he was still bloody funnier then Ellen! |
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Sep 14 2007, 02:06 PM
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All out of mercy today. Group: Senior Members Posts: 7,109 Joined: 30-November 05 From: Here to Eternity (Just outside Bolton) Member No.: 4,706 |
He mentioned it on The Daily Show I saw the other night. I missed last year's, but hopefully I'll catch this one.
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Sep 14 2007, 02:15 PM
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QUOTE (curtinparloe @ Sep 14 2007, 03:06 PM) He mentioned it on The Daily Show I saw the other night. I missed last year's, but hopefully I'll catch this one.  He did indeed, obviously after some audience prodding before the show. Considering the numerous references and jokes they have made about his first appearance - especially John Oliver mocking his performance after the 2007 one hosted by Ellen. This post has been edited by Ingram: Sep 14 2007, 02:15 PM |
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Sep 16 2007, 01:07 PM
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Space Cowboy Group: Blokes in Charge Posts: 14,558 Joined: 1-October 04 From: Mercy Member No.: 2,262 |
Yoiks! - Billie Piper interview.
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Sep 17 2007, 10:27 AM
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Space Cowboy Group: Blokes in Charge Posts: 14,558 Joined: 1-October 04 From: Mercy Member No.: 2,262 |
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Sep 17 2007, 10:36 AM
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"Mus" à gauche, "TANG" Group: Senior Moderators Posts: 15,567 Joined: 11-November 04 From: London Member No.: 2,740 |
QUOTE Supporting actress in a comedy Jaime Pressly (My Name Is Earl) Oh yes. QUOTE Actor in a comedy Ricky Gervais (Extras) One more EMMY. That should please the haters. Shame Hiro didn't win. |
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Sep 17 2007, 10:40 AM
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your typical selfish, back-stabbing slut faced ho-bag  Group: Senior Moderators Posts: 28,277 Joined: 2-October 04 From: Norf London Member No.: 2,309 |
That was a particularly competitive category. I'm glad Locke won, and I liked his pink shirt, but I would have rather seen it go to Cwis-ti-fer.
It seems a shame 'The Sopranos' picked up no acting gongs and Michael Imperioli has been particularly brilliant lately. |
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Sep 17 2007, 10:43 AM
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Space Cowboy Group: Blokes in Charge Posts: 14,558 Joined: 1-October 04 From: Mercy Member No.: 2,262 |
QUOTE (Sostie @ Sep 17 2007, 11:36 AM) Shame Hiro didn't win. I thought that as well. Would now be a good time to say I've never watched The Sopranos? |
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Sep 17 2007, 10:44 AM
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Alley Viper Group: Senior Members Posts: 11,843 Joined: 29-December 04 From: Cobra Island Member No.: 3,024 |
QUOTE (Raven @ Sep 17 2007, 11:43 AM) Would now be a good time to say I've never watched The Sopranos? Don't worry, I've never really watched it either. Not for want of trying, though. |
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Sep 17 2007, 10:53 AM
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QUOTE (Raven @ Sep 17 2007, 11:43 AM) Would now be a good time to say I've never watched The Sopranos? I hadn't until the beginning of this summer, then I watched every episode from start to finish in the space of a few months. It really is amazing. Zoe's praise is well deserved. Glad to see 30 Rock get a gong, I love that show. |
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Sep 17 2007, 10:55 AM
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"Mus" à gauche, "TANG" Group: Senior Moderators Posts: 15,567 Joined: 11-November 04 From: London Member No.: 2,740 |
QUOTE (Raven @ Sep 17 2007, 10:43 AM) Would now be a good time to say I've never watched The Sopranos? I've only seen a few myself, and it is very good. Have all the seaons (so far) on DVD to catch up on. It would be nice if the Emmy's gave an award for ensemble cast or something. |
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Sep 17 2007, 10:56 AM
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your typical selfish, back-stabbing slut faced ho-bag Group: Senior Moderators Posts: 28,277 Joined: 2-October 04 From: Norf London Member No.: 2,309 |
Hiro is a fun, fan pleasing role, but none of the performances in 'Heroes' compare to the extraordinary acting across the board in 'The Sopranos'... except maybe Meadow, she might be better suited to 'Heroes'.
In their last season it would have been nice to see them rewarded for one final time. Jimmy Gandolfini is one of the finest actors ever to grace the small screen. Tony gives more away with once glance than some characters reveal in an entire series. |
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