Movie to reconsider ::: Hoodlum

A gangster thriller with a bit of style,taste, and a grace that is eloquently defined. Touching all the main points of Sun Tzu while bringing you into the world of Ellsworth 'Bumpy' Johnson, a Harlem Racketeer, running numbers in the 1930's. Bumpy Locks Horns with Dutch Shultz( Tim Roth) and Lucky Luciano (Andy Garcia). Bumpy tries to carve out his own niche in Harlem, during an era of Prohibition Booze and numbers.

Hoodlum takes time to tell the story in a well crafted acting event, in which Laurence Fishburne gives a performance of a life time, as the calculated, but cool headed, Bumpy Johnson. Although it does not build up to the emotional punch that you would like in a gangster thriller, it provides a look into history, and a scope as to who mentored Frank Lucas, Lead character in the American Gangster Saga, where Clarence Williams III picked up the Character of Bumpy Johnson in his ripe old age.

Hoodlum also stars, Chi McBride, Clarence Williams III, Cicely Tyson, Richard Bradford, William Atherton, Loretta Devine, Queen Latifah, Vanessa Williams

Also See The Cotton Club with Richard Gere,Where the character Bumpy Rhodes was introduced, which is a take on Bumpy Johnson ( actual Harlem Gangster), in which Laurence Fishburne played and introduced the character, in this 1984 film, byu Freancis Ford Copolla.



Challenge:

If you can tell Enterpolics what Bumpy Johnson wanted for his community but failed to do because of his rise to power. A Copy of American Gangster Deluxe Edition is yours. Leave a comment with your e-mail address and blog link. Contest until March April 2, 2008.

Rihanna taking a day off...

On a day off in a pair of red sneakers and gray sweatpants, the woman is still hot. There is no question that Rihanna has staying power. I see her in a few films by the end of 2009, an album that tops good girl gone bad, and a guest appearance in my dreams just about every night. Sorry honey, she does that thing to me, that Angelina Jolie, beauty thing to me.

Aretha Franklin still searching for R-E-S-P-E-C-T...

My mother grew up on Aretha Franklin and every other woman I have ever known, and they would tell you how much they love her music. However I spoke to a few women as of late and I wanted to get their take on this. I needed a female perspective in order to rant this properly. In my search I have uncovered there may be more than meets the eye on this one. First keep in mind that the two come from different Genre's of music.

Aretha is a soul Singer, Tina Turner is a Rock&Roll singer with soul, two different Genre's, however being that they are black, Aretha feels the need to make it clear that she is the reiging African American female artist of her generation and of 'Black Music'. If is Soul, Aretha is 'Queen', if it is Rock, Aretha is 'Queen', you see where this is going?

The possibilty is, that it does not matter to her mind set when it comes to being the queen. It the same as going back to the queens country and saying you are queen, it would be your best interest to declare of what before you utter the word 'QUEEN'.

So Aretha is pissed at Beyonce for announcing that title with the name Tina Tuner, following behind it, at the Grammy award show Sunday. Matthew Knowles, Beyonce's, Father/Manager, had this to say, "Something this ridiculous – it's childish, it's unprofessional," he stated on tuisday in a statement, "And it's a sad day when egos get bruised because somebody used the word king, queen, prince or princess."

The way I see it; two things me be teh matter, Tina got a chance at Aretha's man toy at one point, or Aretha does not allow any other women to have that title as long as you are within her color spectrum.

Just speculating, but tell me what you think about this matter, leave a comment.

Source and photo from people

Britney spears :::: Bryan Spears in control...Now?!

The plot thickens and Bryan Spears has been thrown into the mix of things. He has been names a trustee to his sisters 100 million dollar estate. The pop singer has been deemed unable to manage her money, due to her current mental health status.

Along with her brother Bryan; Ivan Taback, a partner in the personal planning department of the New York-based law firm Proskauer Rose is a named Co-Trustee. Between the two of the men, they will have the autonomy to handle the pop stars funds as they see fit. According to People online, they will use the monies for the "continued security, medicine, food, other day-to-day expenses and for psychiatric and other medical services," according to court documents.

The two men gained control, due to a clause in Britney Trust, stating if Britney stops being a trustee, then the two must step in as Co-Trustee's, "then Bryan Spears ... and Ivan Taback may act as successor co-trustees under the trust "

Britney has been stripped of her trustee status because she has been declared "legally disabled", to manage her own trust. This was done by the court, which also extended her father Jamie's co-conservator role until March 10, 2008.

However you need not worry, that the outsider from teh law firm will take her money and spend as he wishes. The agreement require, "unanimous consent", so neither Bryan or Ivan can act alone in the spending of her monies.

Nelly :::: Apple Bottom 5th year anniversary

The celebration has Kicked off and Nelly clothing line Apple Bottoms has made it through 5 years. His Vokal Clothing line, made for men, did not make it through, as well as this line of clothing. I personally think that is was not slick enough. It was easier for him to highlight that one part of a female, but he could not seem to make clothes that fit the man, they were for boys, and I think Apple Bottom jeans are for girls, but then again you have many 30 year old women attempting to recapture that youth, at times even 40.

Gary Coleman has yet to consummate his marriage

This is the most Bizarre thing to happen since Flavor Flav came back to Television for a 3 season. Gary told the Insider that he has never had sex with his wife, who is 22 years of age. That will never happen legitimately.

1. He will pay for it to happen
2. She is part of a bigger scheme and this is a show
3. It is all too bizarre to imagine anything else.

As far as I know(feel), she is not going to give him any of that sweet, that nasty, that Gushy stuff. Do I hear publicity stunt to earn him his reality show credentials. In his case, the star is not going to return to the art of acting, but at this point in his life, is worth a few more million in front of the reality lens. So why not take a stab at it? Good luck Gary!

ANTM ::::: Where is Yohanna House?

AMTM alumni recently took the time out to talk with EW, about the after life of Americas Next Top Model. In hopes to fill in the fans of the show on the whereabouts of its famed models.

YOANNA HOUSE; who was the face of the CW Launch, and currently working on being the face of the "N", Home of shows such as Degrassi the next Generation. The model will host a show, Queen Bees, which reforms mean girls. The model, who herself has gone through transformation over the years, can relate to dealing with mean girls, as she was teased growing up as well. Yoanna, stated that: ''I wasn't so much bullied [in high school], but you know that I wasn't popular,'' which we learned the reason as to why in her back story in Top Model. The model also had this to say, ''Getting to the core of why they're so vicious, making them go through therapy, it's really funny. They end up living in what basically looks like a rehab facility decorated by Mary-Kate and Ashley.''

What she looks like today, may be the prime reason many can not make out who she is. Yoanna House has gone through some transformations over the years. She had this to say, ''It's great as a model, you can change. But of course, you always have people saying, 'That's too much. That's too little.' I was ginger for a while, then everyone thought I looked like Lindsay Lohan, so we had to change that.''

So there you have it and now are caught up with the beauty, with fierce features, and subtle innocence wrapped into one complete package.


Source

ANTM ::: Bianca in March '08 Source Magazine

Negotiate new SAG contracts now or lose power...

(FROM VARIETY) — "George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Robert De Niro, and Tom Hanks have banded together to urge the Screen Actors Guild to begin its contract negotiations with Hollywood producers quickly and thus avoid a strike that would further hold up development on movie projects."

Many of these projects has been put on hold do to the Writers 100 Day strike against the heads of industry. Now that the strike is over, the other areas that have been affected by it, needs to utilize this time when the ink in the pens are still hot. George Clooney urges, that the A-Listers wants SAG to begin negotiating contracts and get the ball rolling. SAG is sluggish to do so and beg to differ, feeling that a wait on negotiating will grant them more leverage, when they finally sit down to go over terms.

EW Reports : "The SAG contract expires June 30, but talks have not yet been scheduled."

George Clooney States: ''I think there's a lot of strike fatigue, and I think you actually start losing negotiating power,'' he said. ''I would hope we in the Screen Actors Guild get back to the table.''

Read more here on EW

Girlfriends has ended its eight year run

Girlfriends- a show that has grown from a simple introduction, into a massive tidal wave of sisterhood, a bond the very few have been able to achieve on screen. With a sweet recipe of of mixed flavors, a peek into the world of the educated, causing the busy to set aside time, to watch, in amazement.

With an eight year run, the show can be considered in the book of the longest running sitcoms on network TV, and one of the longest running African American shows to hit television since the Cosby's. However this run has been cut short, with its success and all that show allowed us to see in the world of the African American, Mari Brock Akil, has not won the battle to keep the show on the air.

The CW network released the following information:

“The prolonged strike has changed business conditions and our programming strategy for the balance of the 2007/08 season. To better focus its creative and financial resources, The CW will only resume production on shows that are in consideration for renewal next year. As a result, we will not order additional episodes of the long-running comedy Girlfriends, which planned to conclude its run at the end of this season. This was a very difficult decision for us, and was based solely on the considerable cost to license each episode in an extremely unusual business environment."

So lets bow our head to an achievement well worth the time it spent entering our lives. Read the source of this information on the EW, and tell me what you think.

Nipple Slips The Publicity Stunt Vol. 1 ::: Amy Smart

I am beginning to believe that these nipple slips are staged. Granted that the dress is designed in a way that most women will attest to the fact that this is a possibility. I just don't buy and would not buy it. If you are high profile individual, and know that the paparazzi is around at every turn, if you cared about your private business being established on the books, then you would dress accordingly. You do not catch Babara Walters ( a nightmare it would be), providing us with nip slips.

I look to the future, when the actresses decide to do that nude scene and get it over with. I think these Agents in Hollywood are beginning to hand out any advice they can, no matter how random it may be.

Jane Fonda - Droped a C Bomb on the Today Show..

Jane Fonda stopped by the Today show this morning to speak on the Vagina Monologues and the 15 year anniversary of the production. In to the interview, Jane Fonda began to speak candidly about the production and called it the C*nt Monologues. In which she was only referring to the actual name of the show.

Watch the Video for yourself:



Meredith Viera's apology

Pamela Anderson is beginning to begile my heart....

Pam Anderson is working hard and pulling in more Euro Paps than Brad and gen in their backyard.

Currently working on her 2 day stint in Paris, she has taken a stroll to purchase some new under garments from Chantel Thomas. I take it she needs them. She may have been cited for walking around Paris with to much to show.

Paris's famed Crazy Horse burlesque house, is where Pamela Anderson will perform her valentine Weekend show, for all those horny couples like Jermaine Dupree and Janet Jackson.

My lady and I could not make it. Although I planed the idea in my head, in reality she would not go for it.

I'll buy that for a dollar!

Original Post at Bauer Griffin Online

Brangelina Tops the Forbes most Influential couples list.

Brad and Angelina are the worlds most influential couple. With far from human good looks going around, beautiful children, philanthropy, and great acting as a part of their repertoire, It is safe to say that Forbes Magazine go this right.

Although it was a hard pill to swallow when they put Tracey Edmonds on the list along with Eddie Murphy. Kate Moss and the Doherty dude, and Jessica Simpson, and who? Luckily the Forbes list, was more of an educated guess and they got number 1 right, but the rest are questionable. Since forbes openly admit to throwing together the list based on Blog rantings, and tabloid mentions, I will let them off the hook. They are still my number one source for business related information. Whatever that may be it is. You read for yourself, the link to Forbes is below.

10. Nicole Richie and Joel Madden
9. Victoria Beckham and David Beckham
8. Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo
8. Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake (didn't they break up years ago?)
7. Eva Longoria and Tony Parker
6. Tracey Edmunds and Eddie Murphy (huh?)
5. Pamela Anderson and Rick Soloman
4. Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise
4. Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher
3. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban
2. Kate Moss and Pete Doherty
1. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt

Read more on Forbes

Janet Jackson is up for manage Trois?

Jermaine Dupri has got to be one of the more fortunate men roaming the planet. Janet Jackson hot, and she thinks that certain acts ( if you know what I mean ) are cool, if the two can dig it.

Her new Album Titled 'Discipline' is about the experience of having sex with multiple partners. When asked is she would engage in such acts, such as a threesome, she replied, " I think whatever you're into, as long as you both are into it, it's cool."

Well it is valentines day and I would like to know what you guys think about that: Are you into the kinky behaviors? Don't be shy about your war (love/Sex) stories or plans.

Katie "Jordan" Price is back and flying out everywhere....

I have been to many book signing in my time, but this one takes the cake. I am sure that a cape is not needed to sell a book nor is it requiired that you dress this way. She looks like the lost child of wonder woman and superman. Katie Price, Jordan, whatever you call your self, pulling anip slip at a book signing is not cool. This is getting old.



In 'Jordan: Pushed to the Limit' Katie Price reveals a truly intimate portrait of her sensational, roller coaster life Although happily married to Peter Andre, the past few years have been troublesome for Katie. She has overcome a string of fiercely emotional challenges: she has battled post-natal depression, endured a traumatic miscarriage and continually fought fears for the safety and health of her children and husband. It has all undoubtedly taken its toll on her and placed great strains on her relationship.

When your favorite shows will have fresh episodes

The news came in two days ago and the Television will be the first place to see fresh new ideas. Now with a slightly happier writing staff for each of these shows, I will say that it is safe to say that the content will be slightly more creative than it has been pre-Strike.


The following shows are expected to air on the projected dates:

BACK TO YOU (Fox)
RETURNS Feb. 26
EPISODES TO AIR 11
INSIDE SCOOP Three eps were shot pre-strike; eight more will follow. An Xmas-themed script may be changed. (Santa becomes Easter Bunny?)

THE BIG BANG THEORY (CBS)
RETURNS March 17
EPISODES TO AIR 9

BONES (Fox)
RETURNS April 14
EPISODES TO AIR 4+
INSIDE SCOOP Four eps are in the can, and Bones will shoot at least six more; the extra episodes have yet to be scheduled.

BROTHERS AND SISTERS (ABC)
RETURNS Late April
EPISODES TO AIR 4 or 5

COLD CASE (CBS)
RETURNS March 30
EPISODES TO AIR 5

CRIMINAL MINDS (CBS)
RETURNS April 2
EPISODES TO AIR 7

CSI (CBS)
RETURNS April 3
EPISODES TO AIR 6

CSI: MIAMI (CBS)
RETURNS March 24
EPISODES TO AIR 8

CSI: NY (CBS)
RETURNS April 2
EPISODES TO AIR 7

DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES (ABC)
RETURNS Late April
EPISODES TO AIR 4 or 5

ER (NBC)
RETURNS April 10
EPISODES TO AIR 6

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS (NBC)
RETURNS Possibly in fall
EPISODES TO AIR To be determined
INSIDE SCOOP NBC is weighing whether to bring back this low-rated critics' pick; if not, it could wind up on another network.

GHOST WHISPERER (CBS)
RETURNS April 4
EPISODES TO AIR 6

GOSSIP GIRL (The CW)
RETURNS Early April
EPISODES TO AIR 5 or 6
INSIDE SCOOP Pssst! The CW is strongly considering running new episodes of this cult freshman serial over the summer.

GREY'S ANATOMY (ABC)
RETURNS Late April
EPISODES TO AIR 4 or 5

RETURNS Fall 2008
EPISODES TO AIR 22+
INSIDE SCOOP Heroes plans to resume production in April; extra episodes could air next season. Story focus: supervillains on the loose!

HOUSE (Fox)
RETURNS To be determined
EPISODES TO AIR 4 or 5 planned

HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (CBS)
RETURNS March 17
EPISODES TO AIR 9

LAW & ORDER (NBC)
RETURNS April 23
EPISODES TO AIR To be determined

LAW & ORDER: SVU (NBC)
RETURNS April 15
EPISODES TO AIR 5 or 6

LOST (ABC)
CURRENTLY AIRING For 10 episodes
INSIDE SCOOP Lost will take a break in mid-March before resuming the next month; the 16-episode season arc will be told in 13 episodes.

MOONLIGHT (CBS)
RETURNS April 11
EPISODES TO AIR 4

MY NAME IS EARL (NBC)
RETURNS April 3
EPISODES TO AIR 8+
INSIDE SCOOP On Earl's list: Atone for his absence. There's talk of expanding some of these eight episodes into hour-long affairs.

NCIS (CBS)
RETURNS April 8
EPISODES TO AIR 7

NUMB3RS (CBS)
RETURNS April 4
EPISODES TO AIR 6

THE OFFICE (NBC)
RETURNS April 10
EPISODES TO AIR 5 or 6

PRIVATE PRACTICE (ABC)
RETURNS Fall 2008
EPISODES TO AIR 13+

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (CBS)
RETURNS April 14
EPISODES TO AIR 6

SAMANTHA WHO? (ABC)
RETURNS Late March
EPISODES TO AIR 6+

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE (NBC)
RETURNS Feb. 23
EPISODES TO AIR To be determined

SCRUBS (NBC)
RETURNS April 10
EPISODES TO AIR To be determined

SHARK (CBS)
RETURNS To be determined
EPISODES TO AIR 4

SMALLVILLE (The CW)
CURRENTLY AIRING For 8 episodes

30 ROCK (NBC)
RETURNS April 10
EPISODES TO AIR 5
INSIDE SCOOP What's in store? Spills Tina Fey via e-mail: ''Liz has a pregnancy scare.'' Even better, ''Jack may get called to serve his country.''

24 (Fox)
RETURNS Early '09
EPISODES TO AIR 24 (duh!)
INSIDE SCOOP For once, Jack Bauer isn't running out of time. Eight eps are done, and production will resume soon for an uninterrupted '09 season.

TWO AND A HALF MEN (CBS)
RETURNS March 17
EPISODES TO AIR 9

UGLY BETTY (ABC)
RETURNS Late April
EPISODES TO AIR 4 or 5
INSIDE SCOOP Exec producer Silvio Horta says a few plotlines will have to be tweaked. Which makes us wonder: Early labor for Wilhelmina?

Video Premier :::: Kanye West - Flashing Lights {Feat. Dwele}

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Yes we can 2008 ::: Barack Obama and his Celebrity Supporters

I took the time to review this, and I realized that Barack Obama, is the living embodiment, of many great presidents. He carries an Aura of strength and conviction that many are lacking. This video is compile of many celebrity supporters, and I wanted to give my readers something that held significance that has growth as an end result to being exposed to it.

Another Priceless Parody -BJ's and Parents