Melissa McCarthy's weight loss of nearly 70 pounds and still counting is remarkable for it is one of the most difficult tasks today - dieting.
She has proven that she can stick to a low calorie diet and take the weight off slowly, however, let's take a look at her TV credits. For 6 or 7 years she was on Gilmore Girls as a cook, moving over two yeaars later to Mike and Molly for another 7 years. During her tenure on the second series she did some movies. Tammy was written by her husband and herself and was very funny. The Heat with Sandra Bullock was OK. She played the same character as she did in Tammy. The movie with Jason Bateman - she stole his credit information and together they brought the film into some laughs. But...with McCarthy losing weight, what will she be funny for?
The main reason people laughed at her antics was because she was so grossly overweight her pranks, falling down, tripping on things created laughter. Now that she's slimming down, her dialogue is what's going to make people laugh, not the pranks she has done in the past because it won't look right for a normal size person (which she isn't even close to yet) to be falling down or falling out windows.
Lucille Ball found her niche without falling down, but by doing tricks and pranks standing up with head gear, coats and other schtick that made her famous.
I am curious to see what movies McCarthy will do as a thinner person as her regular personality isn't that remarkable. She's not a Lucille Ball or Barbra Streisand who do comedy very well. Actually, Streisand can do anything. She has screen presence and ability to do comedy or drama.
The one to watch out for is the black performer in Ghost Busters 2. I haven't seen the movie, but reviews say she out performs McCarthy and the other two.
Monday, August 15, 2016
Jennifer Aniston in Cake
I have been a fan of Jennifer Aniston since Friends, as I also have been with every other cast member of that series. I have not only seen all movies Jen has been in, I own most of them. The only one I hadn't seen was the one where she was disappointed she didn't get nominated Best Actres for. "CAKE."
I am confident in my summation as to why she was not nominated. She is a better Rom-Com actress, and the movies that have been hits for her included her co-star and what the movie was about. It has never really been about her with the exception of Cake which I was disappointed in and here's why.
In the first ten minutes of the movie I was bored. There was nothing that made me want to see the next ten minutes. Her character never changed through the movie except in two scenes where she did show some varied emotion, the rest of the film was monotone and very boring, infact so boring I had to move the film forward on three occasions.
Aniston needs to do a movie where "she" is what the story is about. That has never been the case, but I will say her dramatic film that she was excellent in was "Derailed," with Clive Owen. She was not only good in it, she was dynamic in it. She should have been recognized for it.
Cake has the worst storyline. It reverts back again and again never really bringing the plot or ending where it should be. The ending is blunt where she moves from lying down in the car to sitting straight up. That's it. No follow-up, what she was ill from, how pills affected her and who she was.
I would say this is the worst film I have ever seen, with one exception. The Hispanic maid should have been nominated for something. She was fantastic.
I am confident in my summation as to why she was not nominated. She is a better Rom-Com actress, and the movies that have been hits for her included her co-star and what the movie was about. It has never really been about her with the exception of Cake which I was disappointed in and here's why.
In the first ten minutes of the movie I was bored. There was nothing that made me want to see the next ten minutes. Her character never changed through the movie except in two scenes where she did show some varied emotion, the rest of the film was monotone and very boring, infact so boring I had to move the film forward on three occasions.
Aniston needs to do a movie where "she" is what the story is about. That has never been the case, but I will say her dramatic film that she was excellent in was "Derailed," with Clive Owen. She was not only good in it, she was dynamic in it. She should have been recognized for it.
Cake has the worst storyline. It reverts back again and again never really bringing the plot or ending where it should be. The ending is blunt where she moves from lying down in the car to sitting straight up. That's it. No follow-up, what she was ill from, how pills affected her and who she was.
I would say this is the worst film I have ever seen, with one exception. The Hispanic maid should have been nominated for something. She was fantastic.
Thursday, August 11, 2016
My Pilot is ready for production
20 years ago I wrote a Pilot called "Hatcher's Way," then changed it to "The D.P.O.'s". Deputy Probation Officers. I worked at San Diego County probation department and saw many stories that I have brought to life in this series, without citing any names.
I originally wrote it with Billie Dee Williams as the leading character, and he would have been perfect at age 60, but now at almost 80 I doubt he would be interested. I have been looking at other black actors in their 50's to 60's but there are few, but of course it only takes one.
I have had interest from one of the networks 20 years ago, so I feel confident I will get this project produced this year or the beginning of next.
If you know of a black actor in the age range of today's needs, please contact me at mslindaroberts@yahoo.com.
I originally wrote it with Billie Dee Williams as the leading character, and he would have been perfect at age 60, but now at almost 80 I doubt he would be interested. I have been looking at other black actors in their 50's to 60's but there are few, but of course it only takes one.
I have had interest from one of the networks 20 years ago, so I feel confident I will get this project produced this year or the beginning of next.
If you know of a black actor in the age range of today's needs, please contact me at mslindaroberts@yahoo.com.
Monday, July 11, 2016
Muhammed Ali
What a champion Ali was, not only in the ring but as a person, so dedicated to helping others. He is a true legend and one that a majority of people in the U.S. and abroad in many different countries claim him to be worthy of international recognition.
Ali was a family man and a wonderful father and husband. He had many friends who adored him and wanted to be involved with all that he did. He had a following, and a strong one, that when he passed away in 2016 he was not only missed but recognized world wide as an icon.
He showed us what rivalry is about, in a fair and just time period. He also showed us how winning isn't just a new trophy but accomplishing something he believed in.
A contributor to charities and local programs, Ali will be remembered throughout the world as a true Champion and masterful human being.
He was also a Muslim with a kind heart.
Ali was a family man and a wonderful father and husband. He had many friends who adored him and wanted to be involved with all that he did. He had a following, and a strong one, that when he passed away in 2016 he was not only missed but recognized world wide as an icon.
He showed us what rivalry is about, in a fair and just time period. He also showed us how winning isn't just a new trophy but accomplishing something he believed in.
A contributor to charities and local programs, Ali will be remembered throughout the world as a true Champion and masterful human being.
He was also a Muslim with a kind heart.
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Little Big Shots
Did you see this week's show? Why not? Or, if you did, there were two performers that need watching.
WJM is a rock band and William is the lead singer and bassist. There is also a drummer and guitarist. These guys are special. William is 12 and the other two are 12 and 13. William is also the leader of the group and is in "charge" when he's on camera.
When I first saw him and heard the band, I remembered back when my own son was 12. I took him out on the road in a quartet I put together so he could see what it was like to play in front of a crowd. We played in the restaurant of a hotel in Idaho. We drove there, but I didn't take my son as he was only 12 and we were playing in a restaurant that served alcohol. When I got there, the hotel manager asked with he was and I said I left him at home because he's under age. I was told that because food was being served in that room he could play but had to leave on breaks to follow the law. The manager flew him up the next day and we were there for a week. We had a blast.
My son, Jason Scheff, joined the musician's union at 12 years and we played locally in San Diego, our home town. Jason joined the band Chicago when he was 22 and has been with them ever since. He just turned 54. It's been a great ride for my son to be able to make a living at a job he loves.
Please take a look on Facebook at WJM and enjoy the music and comments about this talented young boy who will soon be a household name.
The young girl on the show "Little Big Shots" - shown on Mondays at 7pm is from Oslo Norway. She is a jazz singer and good at it. Look at the reruns on Netflix, Rabbit TV or On Demand.
WJM is a rock band and William is the lead singer and bassist. There is also a drummer and guitarist. These guys are special. William is 12 and the other two are 12 and 13. William is also the leader of the group and is in "charge" when he's on camera.
When I first saw him and heard the band, I remembered back when my own son was 12. I took him out on the road in a quartet I put together so he could see what it was like to play in front of a crowd. We played in the restaurant of a hotel in Idaho. We drove there, but I didn't take my son as he was only 12 and we were playing in a restaurant that served alcohol. When I got there, the hotel manager asked with he was and I said I left him at home because he's under age. I was told that because food was being served in that room he could play but had to leave on breaks to follow the law. The manager flew him up the next day and we were there for a week. We had a blast.
My son, Jason Scheff, joined the musician's union at 12 years and we played locally in San Diego, our home town. Jason joined the band Chicago when he was 22 and has been with them ever since. He just turned 54. It's been a great ride for my son to be able to make a living at a job he loves.
Please take a look on Facebook at WJM and enjoy the music and comments about this talented young boy who will soon be a household name.
The young girl on the show "Little Big Shots" - shown on Mondays at 7pm is from Oslo Norway. She is a jazz singer and good at it. Look at the reruns on Netflix, Rabbit TV or On Demand.
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
For all Republicans
My friendly Republicans. No matter who runs on the GOP ticket, Hillary Clinton will beat anyone out of the race. She will also follow in Obama's footsteps, honoring everything he has laid out, like Obama Care. Why would they even call it that? For his ego when he's out of office. Why not "American Healthcare."
I actually voted for Obama because all I heard from his speeches was how he was going to "change" the world. He has done some great feats - Osama Bin Laden, Hussain, but in doing so, we have lost thousands of our own men in a senseless war. We cannot stop those who continue to set bombs off in public places.
There is no way we can predict what is going to happen next or how we're going to take out ISIS. We just have to wait and see what will happen next. We always seem to find the people responsible for setting off bombs.
After seeing Donald Trump's wife talk to an audience, and Heidi Cruz talk to an audience, I can see where Mrs. Cruz would fit in well as a First Lady. Not only does she look the part, her vocabulary and speaking skills are ripe for that position.
We can speculate, judge, decide or simply question who will win the next election but no matter who is ahead now, that will change when the actual elections begin in November.
Don't throw your money away on any Republicans. They won't win. I will say that when Hillary is asked a political question, not only does she know the answer (without looking at any notes) she also knows who was involved in the issue and the date it all happened.
We are stuck with Hillary Clinton for 8 years. Just accept it.
I actually voted for Obama because all I heard from his speeches was how he was going to "change" the world. He has done some great feats - Osama Bin Laden, Hussain, but in doing so, we have lost thousands of our own men in a senseless war. We cannot stop those who continue to set bombs off in public places.
There is no way we can predict what is going to happen next or how we're going to take out ISIS. We just have to wait and see what will happen next. We always seem to find the people responsible for setting off bombs.
After seeing Donald Trump's wife talk to an audience, and Heidi Cruz talk to an audience, I can see where Mrs. Cruz would fit in well as a First Lady. Not only does she look the part, her vocabulary and speaking skills are ripe for that position.
We can speculate, judge, decide or simply question who will win the next election but no matter who is ahead now, that will change when the actual elections begin in November.
Don't throw your money away on any Republicans. They won't win. I will say that when Hillary is asked a political question, not only does she know the answer (without looking at any notes) she also knows who was involved in the issue and the date it all happened.
We are stuck with Hillary Clinton for 8 years. Just accept it.
Jennifer Aniston's Destiny
I have enjoyed watching Jennifer Aniston from Friends TV series to the movies she has made. When being interviewed on talk shows, she's often referred to as having some hit movies on her resume. Let's take a look at some of the movies where "She" has been the main character.
Marley and Me was the story of the dog and Owen Wilson was the lead character. Anyone could have played his wife. Her role wasn't that important. I have yet to see a movie where the story is about her. I haven't seen Cake, but understand that story was about her character.
If you haven't seen Derailed, you should see it (on TV) because she did an incredible job in a dramatic role. She played opposite Clive Owen in a suspenseful drama where she had a starring role, but she still wasn't the main focus. Clive Owen was.
Horrible Bosses 1 and 2 invites a question as to why she would do those two movies. I don't think Kate Hudson would have done them. And, speaking of Kate, if you notice, other than her first "Famous" movie, all movies she's in are about her - she is the story.
Jennifer needs to "find" projects where she is the main story line. It's all about her. Since we know her as a comedy player, those movies would be my first choice, but after seeing Derailed many times over, she can definitely play anything.
So Melissa McCarthy is going back to Gilmore Girls for a short stint in the update of the show. That was nice of her. I'm looking forward to The Boss because I have gotten to know McCarthy and Ben Falcone. I think they make a great team.
Til next time....
Marley and Me was the story of the dog and Owen Wilson was the lead character. Anyone could have played his wife. Her role wasn't that important. I have yet to see a movie where the story is about her. I haven't seen Cake, but understand that story was about her character.
If you haven't seen Derailed, you should see it (on TV) because she did an incredible job in a dramatic role. She played opposite Clive Owen in a suspenseful drama where she had a starring role, but she still wasn't the main focus. Clive Owen was.
Horrible Bosses 1 and 2 invites a question as to why she would do those two movies. I don't think Kate Hudson would have done them. And, speaking of Kate, if you notice, other than her first "Famous" movie, all movies she's in are about her - she is the story.
Jennifer needs to "find" projects where she is the main story line. It's all about her. Since we know her as a comedy player, those movies would be my first choice, but after seeing Derailed many times over, she can definitely play anything.
So Melissa McCarthy is going back to Gilmore Girls for a short stint in the update of the show. That was nice of her. I'm looking forward to The Boss because I have gotten to know McCarthy and Ben Falcone. I think they make a great team.
Til next time....
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