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NBC Making Live Production of 'A Few Good Men'

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A Few Good MenYou can't handle the truth? Well, NBC can!

For its next live production, the network is teaming up with Aaron Sorkin to air a version of his stage play and movie in early 2017.

Sorkin made his professional debut writing "A Few Good Men," which opened on Broadway in 1989. Three years later, it was adapted into a movie starring Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, and Jack Nicholson. The story centers on a military trial, as lawyers defend Marines charged with murder.

"I am thrilled that Aaron Sorkin is coming back to NBC to adapt and produce a live broadcast of his electrifying play 'A Few Good Men,' which seems as timely as ever today," said NBC Entertainment Chairman Robert Greenblatt in a statement.

NBC has found success with its live productions, including "The Sound of Music Live" and "The Wiz Live." Its next live broadcast will be "Hairspray" this December. Sorkin will team up with Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, the executive producers behind those previous live specials. This will be the network's first live drama production.

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Jennifer Lawrence Is 'Dying to Come Back' for More 'X-Men' Movies, Really

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X-MenDon't throw out the blue paint just yet — Jennifer Lawrence isn't done playing Mystique in the "X-Men" movies.

Just last year, the Oscar winner declared that "X-Men: Apocalypse" would be her final film in the franchise. Well, maybe that was just a negotiating tactic for a bigger salary (a skill she wants to improve), because now Lawrence says she is totally on board for future movies.

"I am dying to come back," she told Empire. "I love these movies, I love being in them. I love ensemble movies because it's not on anyone's shoulders."

Of course, it's not a given there will be more movies after "X-Men: Apocalypse," which opens May 27. It would cap off the prequel trilogy with "X-Men: First Class" and "X-Men: Days of Future Past." And future films would depend on contract extensions for James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender, as well as Lawrence.

But if all the pieces are put into play, Lawrence can look forward hours and hours of sitting in the makeup chair.

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Exclusive 'Eye in the Sky' Sneak Peek Challenges Viewers on Reality of War

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'Eye in the Sky' (2016) Exclusive Featurette
, , and (in one of his final performances) star in the critically acclaimed modern war thriller "Eye in the Sky," which is widening its release in theaters this Friday, April 1. In this exclusive behind-the-scenes sneak peek, Helen Mirren and director discuss the complexities of the timely story, which is meant to engage and challenge the viewer into questioning what is the right action to take.

In "Eye in the Sky," Mirren plays Colonel Katherine Powell, a U.K.-based military intelligence officer who leads a secret mission to capture a terrorist group living in a safehouse in Nairobi, Kenya. When she learns that the group plans to carry out a suicide attack, she changes the objective to kill the terrorists. But here's the major complication. When American drone pilot Steve Watts (Aaron Paul) targets the safehouse for destruction, he reports a 9-year-old girl entering the kill zone. So Powell gathers politicians and lawyers to determine whether or not to take action.

"I just couldn't put the script down," director Gavin Hood says in the sneak peek video. "I was on the edge of my seat, but at the same time felt challenged by the moral and ethical questions that the film raised, questions about the nature of drone warfare, the way we fight now, and the collateral damage." Helen Mirren adds, "This film makes you look at the terrible balance of not allowing these people to detonate their suicide bombs, or deal with the damage that this operation is meant to cause. The audience is allowed to see it from everybody's point of view."

The critically acclaimed film is certified fresh with a 92 percent rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics. Alan Rickman's performance as Lt Gen. Frank Benson has been singled out for praise, with Richard Roeper of the Chicago Sun-Times writing, "As one would expect from this cast, the performances are as good as it gets. Mr. Rickman was never nominated for an Academy Award and it's probably a long shot for a posthumous supporting actor for this film -- but his work here is a reminder of what a special talent he possessed."Want more stuff like this? Like us on Facebook.

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11 TV Shows Based on Movies You (Probably) Forgot Existed

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The movie-turned-TV-show adaptation isn't exactly a fresh Hollywood concept, and new, albeit recycled, examples of the trend keep popping up on our screens every single season. ("Taken" prequel, anyone?).

We don't know the fate of the new "Rush Hour" TV show yet, but we do know how it turned out for the many adapted experiments of the past. Hey, they can't all be "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Friday Night Lights."

Here are 11 short-lived TV shows based on films you may have totally forgot existed.

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It's Official: 'Deadpool' Is the Highest-Grossing R-Rated Movie of All Time

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F--k yeah. The world loves"Deadpool," pushing it to No. 1 on the list of highest-grossing R-rated movies of all time. According to Entertainment Weekly, the film has taken in more than $745 million worldwide, which means it has dethroned "The Matrix Reloaded" ($742.1 million) for the title.

Interestingly enough, "Deadpool" is the top overall, but still not No. 1 for R-rated movies in North America. So far, EW reported, "Deadpool" has a total of $349.4 million, and they expect it will take the place of "American Sniper" ($350.1 million) at No. 2. However, it doesn't look like The Merc with a Mouth will be defeating "The Passion of the Christ," which is in the top domestic position with $370.8 million.

But taking No. 1 overall, as the top money-making R-rated movie around the world, is further confirmation that a non PG or PG-13 superhero film can find a market. A big one. Plus, unlike poor "Batman v Superman," "Deadpool" had the support of both critics and audiences. A "Deadpool" sequel is already in the works, so we'll have to see how well it does in a world that now demands a lot from its foul-mouthed, irreverent ass-kickers.

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Watch 'The Walking Dead' Stars Slay in 'Lip Sync Battle' Clips

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It's Maggie vs. Sasha this week on "Lip Sync Battle." "The Walking Dead" Season 6 finale airs this Sunday on AMC, but first stars Lauren Cohan (Maggie) and Sonequa Martin-Green (Sasha) are taking their slaying skills to Spike TV for a Thursday night showdown.

Yes, that's Lauren and Sonequa in the pic above -- loving the wig and leotard look!

Sonequa either chose or got stuck with the earworm song, "Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)," getting backup from some decaying walkers. Maybe that's the secret to surviving the zombie apocalypse -- teach the walkers some dance moves!


Lauren chose "Sister Christian" for one of her two battle songs, so check that out:

We can't wait to see what she's up to in her second song, since it prompted her to put on that amazing outfit from the top photo.

Find out who won the undead battle Thursday, March 31 at 10 p.m. ... or Friday morning via YouTube clips.

Future Season 2 battles include NeNe Leakes vs. Todd Chrisley, Jason Derulo vs. Katharine McPhee, Clark Gregg vs. Hayley Atwell (can't wait for that one!), Joel McHale vs. Jim Rash, and Gina Rodriguez vs. Wilmer Valderrama.

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Here's What Happens When Batman and Superman Meet Bridget Jones

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What if Batman or Superman is the real father of Bridget Jones's baby? As 's Bruce Wayne put it, "If there's even a 1 percent chance, we have to take it as an absolute certainty!"

According to Jimmy Kimmel, "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" has done so well at the box office that Warner Bros. is already working on some X v Y sequels, including one marketed toward women. Cue the new trailer for "Batman & Superman v Bridget Jones," combining footage from the superhero showdown and the new trailer for "Bridget Jones's Baby."

The editing is pretty genius, giving us a smirk from that scamp Bruce Wayne at just the right moment.

Check it out:

That's totally Batman's baby.

Speaking of "Batman v Superman," Tracy Morgan was on "Late Night With Seth Meyer" and offered his review of the movie.

Check that out:


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'Gossip Girl' Characters, Ranked From Least to Most Garbage

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We all know the characters on "Gossip Girl" are selfish a-holes. There wouldn't be enough drama if they weren't.

But NYC's elite do occasionally redeem themselves... only to do something terrible three episodes later. After six seasons, they all got their happy ever afters, so the lesson of the show is: The end justifies the means. How very Machiavellian.

Keeping that in mind, here is our definitive ranking of "Gossip Girl" characters, from least to most garbage.

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Leonardo DiCaprio Got Pranked by James Corden and JLo, and It's Hilarious

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Jennifer Lopez and Leonardo DiCaprio are apparently "Boo Boo" and "Baby" to each other. That's one revelation to come out of "The Late Late Show" host James Corden's new "Carpool Karaoke" segment with JLo. The host and his guest basically pranked Leo during the segment, with James sending the Oscar winner a ridiculous fake text from JLo's phone, then the pair poked fun at Leo's serious(ly hilarious) response.

The entire 13-minute video is a fun watch, including Jennifer's insistence that she did not insure her butt for a million dollars, 'cause that's not even a thing in this country. But the best part is when she breaks out her phone and James asks her to name the most famous person in there. That happens around the 9:50 mark, where she notes she's friends with Demi Lovato, Chris Brown, Bradley Cooper, Cristiano Ronaldo, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Fergie, etc.

James declared it "the best phone I've ever seen in my life." He asked if he could text one person, and decided it should be Leonardo DiCaprio.

Ultimately, this is what he texted to Leo: "Hey, baby, I'm kind of feeling like I need to cut loose. Any suggestions? Let me know. J. Lo (you know, from the block)."

Is that not the dumbest text ever? Jennifer was embarrassed, saying, "I'm going to have to explain this" to Leo. But apparently not!

Later on, Leo wrote back: "You mean tonight, Boo Boo, club-wise?"

Tonight, Boo Boo, club-wise! Both James and Jennifer got a kick out of that. "Here's the funny part, that he actually thinks I'm serious," Jennifer said, laughing at the idea that Leo believed she would even write that and add "J.Lo." James told the "American Idol" judge it sounded like she was going out that night, but JLo said she was just going to go home and cook with her kids. Boo Boo's club nights are over.

Watch it all:

For all we know, the reply wasn't even from Leo. Maybe Conan O'Brien borrowed his phone for his own joke text.

And if you still want more hilarious Leo in your life, checking out the new Honest Trailer for "The Revenant":

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Wentworth Miller's Powerful Response to Cruel Meme Moves Fans to Tears

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The CW Network's 2015 Upfront - Red CarpetIf you weren't already a fan of Wentworth Miller, you'll probably be one after reading his latest Facebook post. And if you weren't already a fan of most people on the Internet, the responses to his post may restore your faith in humanity.

Like many people on our planet, he was mocked for his appearance, with someone creating a meme that compared his ripped "Prison Break" body to a photo of the actor in real-life a few years ago, having put on some weight. The "DC's Legends of Tomorrow" star used the opportunity to share about his personal struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts, leading to weight gain and destructive behavior. He urged his fans to help others who are struggling.

Here's the post:

Today I found myself the subject of an Internet meme. Not for the first time. This one, however, stands out from the...

Posted by Wentworth Miller on Monday, March 28, 2016



At the time of this writing, his note has 769,000 reactions, 257,000 shares, and 94,000 comments. They are so positive and supportive, they are worth bookmarking and re-reading anytime the world gets you down.

Here's the full text of Wentworth's note, and a few of the comments:

Today I found myself the subject of an Internet meme. Not for the first time.

This one, however, stands out from the rest.

In 2010, semi-retired from acting, I was keeping a low-profile for a number of reasons.

First and foremost, I was suicidal.

This is a subject I've since written about, spoken about, shared about.

But at the time I suffered in silence. As so many do. The extent of my struggle known to very, very few.

Ashamed and in pain, I considered myself damaged goods. And the voices in my head urged me down the path to self-destruction. Not for the first time.

I've struggled with depression since childhood. It's a battle that's cost me time, opportunities, relationships, and a thousand sleepless nights.

In 2010, at the lowest point in my adult life, I was looking everywhere for relief/comfort/distraction. And I turned to food. It could have been anything. Drugs. Alcohol. Sex. But eating became the one thing I could look forward to. Count on to get me through. There were stretches when the highlight of my week was a favorite meal and a new episode of TOP CHEF. Sometimes that was enough. Had to be.

And I put on weight. Big f--king deal.

One day, out for a hike in Los Angeles with a friend, we crossed paths with a film crew shooting a reality show. Unbeknownst to me, paparazzi were circling. They took my picture, and the photos were published alongside images of me from another time in my career. "Hunk To Chunk." "Fit To Flab." Etc.

My mother has one of those "friends" who's always the first to bring you bad news. They clipped one of these articles from a popular national magazine and mailed it to her. She called me, concerned.

In 2010, fighting for my mental health, it was the last thing I needed.

Long story short, I survived.

So do those pictures.

I'm glad.

Now, when I see that image of me in my red t-shirt, a rare smile on my face, I am reminded of my struggle. My endurance and my perseverance in the face of all kinds of demons. Some within. Some without.

Like a dandelion up through the pavement, I persist.

Anyway. Still. Despite.

The first time I saw this meme pop up in my social media feed, I have to admit, it hurt to breathe. But as with everything in life, I get to assign meaning. And the meaning I assign to this/my image is Strength. Healing. Forgiveness.

Of myself and others.

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Reach out. Text. Send an email. Pick up the phone. Someone cares. They're waiting to hear from you. Much love. - W.M. â�?ª#koalasâ�?¬ â�?ª#inneractivistâ�?¬ â�?ª#prisonbrokenâ�?¬

www.afsp.org
www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
www.activeminds.org
www.thetrevorproject.org
www.iasp.info

www.facebook.com/notes/wentworth-miller/flour-or-wheat/1653559881523614


And here are just a few comments, including from "Arrow" star Stephen Amell and author Scott Stabile:

Stephen Amell That's a pretty spectacular note, Wentworth.

Scott Stabile Wentworth Miller - I hope you never doubt the impact you're having by sharing your thoughts, your experience, your heart and your pain. You are brave and beautiful, and I'm grateful for and inspired by your honesty. Nothing but Love for you.

Brandi Cash So very glad you're in a better place. The world needs people like you - people who are open, honest, and who stand up for what they believe in. Never forget how strong you are and how much you've overcome...your scars tell a story that the world needs to hear.

Ray Couston I feel like an idiot for liking the original post and just moving on with my day. Like many actors, I thought that you stopped training in between roles and let yourself put on a bit on weight after years of exercising and training just to take a break and relax. Or were perhaps gaining weight for another role entirely. I didn't think too much into the mental and emotional aspects. It's true what they say - there's always more than meets the eye. Good on you for doing something with this and inspiring a lot of people who look up to you.

Alison Popolo This is amazing. Thank you for bringing awareness to depression and suicidal thoughts. As evil as the paparazzi was to shoot this photo and spew evil words hopefully the silver lining is that you got better and hopefully someone else will see it and use the resources that you provided to get better themselves. I've dealt with anxiety and depression since a child as well and everyday is still a struggle. Having a strong support system is number one. Thank you Mr. Miller for speaking out. Much love.

Sara York Thank you for sharing your story. Growing up in an abusive home food was my only friend. Depression has played a huge part in my life. Im better now. I'm glad you survived. You're an awesome person.

Jennifer Walker Thank you for sharing your story Wentworth Miller. I too know the struggle survive depression and I applaud you for what you did to survive. I hope you have found peace now and are happier today. *Hugs*

Ally Butt Wentworth Miller hey buddy, reading this has brought tears to my eyes! As you know I've struggled with #bullying #depression and #eatindisorders. I find it so hard to look at pics of the "fat" me. I always feel so #disgusted and #ashamed and #embarassed... So I can't even begin to imagine how you must have felt/feel. I always turn to you when I need #encouragement #motivation and #guidance! I cant even begin to tell you how much I #admire and #respect you for always seeing the #positives of every situation. And I am so....#relieved and #proud that you have found the positives of this anal #meme too! Went, you should know that #theLADbible are run by #heartless #thoughtless idiots so you should never take anything they say to heart!! And besides, have you looked in the mirror lately?!! I think you're looking the best you have ever looked! #fabulousforties #hunkofspunk #dropdeadgorgeous #muchlove #koalas

Natalie White I am often reluctant to post a response to a celebrity, with the knowledge that you would rarely have the time to read or respond to anything I write, but this post has devastated my 15 yr old daughter Jess who absolutely adores you and shocked at the cruelty of others. So today I made the decision to write, to show her that everyone deserves a voice, even if that voice sometimes isn't heard. In my experience the people who hate on others often hate on themselves and project that hate on the people they envy. Being a huge prison break fan, it's hard not to fall in love with your character, and the vast array of other characters, perhaps because there is a fragility and vulnerability to each of them that a lot of fans can relate to. But what people forget is that there is a person behind the character. There is a human being who is not actually the role they play that we see on TV or in a movie. And that human being has thoughts, feelings, struggles, hardships, goals and emotions just like the rest of us mere mortals. A human being who deserves privacy and a chance to have a life away from their fame. Who makes mistakes, who isn't "perfect". When you become an actor, or a celebrity of any kind with that comes some bizarre expectation from the public and the paparazzi, a responsibility to be perfect and somehow an expectation that people are allowed to pry, comment, exploit, gossip and intrude on your personal life. But those who think that is OK, are absolutely WRONG. This meme is ridiculous for a lot of reasons. But one of those reasons is obvious. Posting a pic of you in character, versus a pic in real life. It is like posting a pic of Superman and then comparing it to the actor in real life who plays that role and expecting them to have superhuman strength and x-ray vision. There is no achievable comparison between fictional character and a real live human being. And that is what you are Wentworth... A real life human being. Not that it is relevant, but personally don't think you look overweight at all in this pic. You look healthy and normal and that looks like a genuine smile, despite your struggles at the time. But the part that is relevant is that to be able to smile a genuine smile when your soul is struggling... Which shows true inner strength. To share your thoughts, your feelings and reach out to others who may be experiencing similar issues, to fight for human rights and privileges for others when you must often wish to hide away from the world? This shows true character. True courage. You are doing exactly what your character Michael says in Prison Break "being the change you wish to see in the world." You are touching others. You are helping that kid out there who is struggling with their inability to "fit in" despite your initial reluctance to reveal your own sexual preferences. You said in your HR speech you wanted to touch just one person. That would be worth it. But, you're touching thousands. Thank you for inspiring others and using your fame for the better good of this world. You are an admirable, brave and compassionate soul. Keep going. You make a difference. Be proud of that & be safe with that knowledge. X


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