Apt time for themes of 'Man for All Seasons' Oct 8, 2008
Langella has a worthy sparring partner in Zach Grenier, who brings bracing menace to the role of Thomas Cromwell, the rival statesman who slavishly and ruthlessly serves the interests of the king. Patrick Page's virile, charismatic Henry also proves a commanding foil, and Michel Gill is a gentler but still robust presence as More's virtuous but increasingly frustrated ally, the Duke of Norfolk. (USA Today -- Life)
'Man' Star Shines, Rest Need Seasoning Oct 8, 2008
But too many of the other performances are one-dimensional, such as Zach Grenier's baldly villainous Thomas Cromwell, the king's toady, who helps engineer More's fall. Not helping matters is Santo Loquasto's utilitarian but highly drab wooden-frame set design. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Supreme Court vetting process damaged by apparent leak, Nfld ... Sep 10, 2008
Last Friday, in a surprising move, Prime Minister Stephen Harper circumvented an all-party committee his government set up to vet a short list of candidates by simply naming a nominee: Mr. Justice Thomas Cromwell of the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal. Over the weekend, Mr. Hearn attempted to quell anger in his home province by saying: "Why didn't Newfoundland get the Supreme Court judge? Because at least two of the top people didn't want it.". (Globe and Mail)
Harper nominates Nova Scotian to Supreme Court Sep 7, 2008
OTTAWA Prime Minister Stephen Harper has nominated Nova Scotia appeal judge Thomas Cromwell to sit on the Supreme Court of Canada ... Thomas Cromwell's candidacy was highly recommended by judges, lawyers and other Atlantic Canadians, Mr. Harper said in a statement He is well qualified to serve on the country's highest court. (Globe and Mail)
Fearing Harper could win a majority, rivals sound early alarm Sep 6, 2008
And on the last working day before the writ is dropped, Mr. Harper nominated a new Supreme Court judge, Thomas Cromwell, made a raft of political appointments and struck a deal with General Motors in which the company will commit to production and investment in two Ontario plants. A Strategic Counsel poll in Tuesday's Globe and Mail showed that the Conservatives have 37 per cent support, placing them within striking distance of a majority government, typically reached at about 40 per cent.. (Globe and Mail)
MPs clash over Supreme Court vetting Aug 12, 2008
Justice Thomas Cromwell of the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal has been mentioned by many in the legal community as a leading candidate. Others from that province include Chief Justice Michael MacDonald and Justice Jamie Saunders. (Globe and Mail)
Walters: Weis must come forward, discuss Spygate Jul 1, 2008
To quote Thomas Cromwell in A Man For All Seasons, "This silence was not silence at all, but most eloquent denial.". 1. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tories set nomination process for new Supreme Court judge May 29, 2008
Many in the legal community consider the front-runner to be Justice Thomas Cromwell of the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal. He is bilingual, highly regarded for the quality of his judgments and served as an aide to Antonio Lamer when he was chief justice of the Supreme Court. (Globe and Mail)
Newfoundland wants judge on Supreme Court May 28, 2008
" According to convention, one of the nine Supreme Court of Canada judges comes from the Atlantic region, two are from Western Canada and three come from Ontario. Quebec is constitutionally entitled to three judges. Four judges have been drawn from Atlantic Canada since 1949. Two were from Nova Scotia and, most recently, two consecutive appointments went to New Brunswick judges. Legal observers believe that New Brunswick has little chance this time. Prince Edward Island is seen as an equally... (Globe and Mail -- National)
PM could appoint first Newfoundlander to Supreme Court May 5, 2008
In Nova Scotia, Justice Thomas Cromwell, a Nova Scotia Court of Appeal judge and one-time Supreme Court law clerk, is widely considered a strong contender. He also speaks French. (Canada.com)
Judge's surprise retirement leaves 'serious void' Apr 10, 2008
Those mentioned most often yesterday to replace Judge Bastarache were New Brunswick Chief Justice Ernest Drapeau, and Mr. Justice Thomas Cromwell of the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal (former executive legal officer to then-chief justice Antonio Lamer of the Supreme Court of Canada). Based on interviews with eight senior lawyers and academics yesterday, other early favourites include. (Globe and Mail -- National)
'The Tudors' on Showtime Mar 31, 2008
His new adversary, Thomas Cromwell (James Frain), is a better manipulator than he is but still radiates little charm. Much is communicated with visuals -- "The Tudors" engages the eye far more than the ear, thanks to elaborate costumes (by Joan Bergin) and sharp sets (by Tom Conroy). (Los Angeles Times)
As drama, 'The Tudors' royally disappoints Mar 29, 2008
James Frain is a darkly crafty Thomas Cromwell, and Peter O'Toole has a fine, foxy time as Pope Paul III. And nuanced turns by Jeremy Northam and Henry Cavill make the conflicted Thomas More and the betrayed Charles Brandon more human (and thus more captivating) than Henry himself. Joan Bergin's costumes are breathtaking, Ousama Rawi's cinematography is gorgeous, and Trevor Morris' sweeping score is truly fit for a king. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Tudor England and its enduring celluloid appeal Mar 26, 2008
The historian Antonia Fraser has complained that it's a cross between "The Taming of the Shrew" and "Gone With the Wind." "Anne of the Thousand Days" is hugely entertaining nonetheless, and it adds a crucial insight to the Tudor genre: that dramatic confrontations between the king and More, Cardinal Wolsey, Thomas Cromwell and the rest are all well and good, but for sustained interest you can't beat scenes in the royal bedchamber. Next in the dynasty was the BBC series "The Six Wives of Henry... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The Other Boleyn Girl Mar 15, 2008
Modern historians have largely been sympathetic to Anne Boleyn, portraying her as a powerful and intelligent woman who was betrayed by Henry and his advisers, particularly Thomas Cromwell. He helped convict her and five men on what are mostly thought to be trumped-up charges of treason, adultery and incest. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Branagh to play Tudor sleuth Nov 18, 2007
Branagh, 46, plans to take the role of a hunchback lawyer named Shardlake who works for the key power brokers of the Tudor court, Thomas Cromwell and Thomas Cranmer. Negotiations to bring Shardlake, the idiosyncratic character at the centre of a series of mystery novels by CJ Sansom, to the small screen are believed to be in their final stages. (Guardian Unlimited)
Today in History July 28 Jul 28, 2007
In 1540, King Henry VIIIs chief minister, Thomas Cromwell, was executed, the same day Henry married his fifth wife, Catherine Howard. In 1821, Peru declared its independence from Spain. (MSNBC -- Race)
With 'Sovereign,' historical whodunit series shows growth Apr 9, 2007
The sensible Shardlake, who had barely escaped the downfall of his mentor Thomas Cromwell in the previous book, "Dark Fire," has no desire to be dragged to the damp, unfriendly city. But the death of his father has left him in debt, as well as more vulnerable than he realizes to barbs from his conscience and his king. (Boston Globe -- Living)
