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And she kept a videotape of Dan Aykroyd s side-splitting, blood-spewing parody of her on Saturday Night Live in her Cambridge kitchen ... She would actually imitate Dan Aykroyd imitating her, she said. (Boston Herald)
The week's best films Oct 15, 2007
He's in town to go to the party, make it up with the prom date (Minnie Driver) he jilted all those years ago, assassinate someone, and come to an arrangement with his big rival, Dan Aykroyd. One of the films of the 1990s, melding elements of romance and thriller into a brilliantly witty, offbeat comedy. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
The Simpsons Game Demo Oct 10, 2007
" So it's essentially there's nothing that we haven't already seen in this summer's Surf's Up or the upcoming Alvin and the Chipmunks. You can find out more about The Simpsons Game by clicking . Fun Fact: The animated Lard Lad statue is an homage to the 1984 live-action horror comedy Ghostbusters. During the climax of the movie, the villainous god Gozer demands that the Ghostbusters decide upon their (and New York City's) doom. The other Ghostbusters immediately clear their minds but Dr. Ray... (Suite101.com)
The Ten Best Movies About Money Oct 3, 2007
In the film, commodities traders Randolph and Mortimer Duke (Ralph Bellamy and Don Ameche) make a bet over the age-old nature versus nurture question: Will blue-blood executive Louis Winthorpe III (Dan Aykroyd) turn to crime if robbed of his money and power, and can two-bit hustler Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) be successfully brought into polite society and high finance. Whether they're comedies or dramas, the films on our list resonate with viewers not just because they have great... (Forbes)
Bonding to the beat of the drum Oct 2, 2007
Or, how about a session with the famed Second City comedy troupe, training ground for the likes of Steve Carrell, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Eugene Levy. The group will employ its actors and writers to compose and act out an original sketch specifically about a given officeplace, as well as teach them to use improv techniques in business settings. (Globe and Mail)
Perpetual hit SNL opens its 33rd season tonight Oct 1, 2007
That seems only appropriate in a way: When SNL debuted on Oct. 11, 1975 with George Carlin as guest host and a cast that featured Chevy Chase, Dan Aykroyd, Laraine Newman, Gilda Radner, John Belushi, Garrett Morris, Jane Curtin and George Coe, it quickly became a staple in college dorms across the U.S. and Canada. Michaels takes SNL seriously. (Vancouver Sun)
THE MARKET OF THE MIND Sep 21, 2007
Actor Dan Aykroyd predicted the current trend in high-tech research and development with a quip from "Ghostbusters," the 1984 flick about academic scientists who lose their funding. "I've worked in the private sector," Aykroyd's character tells his soon-to-be-spirit-chasing compadres. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Psst: Wanna' Buy An Island? Sep 21, 2007
379 million you could be calling actor Dan Aykroyd and NHL hockey legend Doug Gilmour your neighbors. The exclusive retreat, billed as one of the largest private islands in Eastern Ontario, was purchased in 2004 by American publishing magnate Robert S. Brown who "fell in love" with Loughborough Lake and bought the property as a surprise anniversary present for his wife. (Canada Newswire)
Soul survivor Sep 19, 2007
His film career may have stalled lately, but Dan Aykroyd still has his eyes on the stars ... Unless it is a very convincing joke, Dan Aykroyd most definitely believes in the existence of UFOs. (Guardian Unlimited)
Fall's perfect time to visit Chicago Sep 15, 2007
Chicago rocks with attractions. By ROGER PETTERSON Associated Press Published on: 09/16/07. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Music Listings Sep 14, 2007
The Blues Brothers Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi and a band of vintage suit-clad musicians deliver classic soul hits ... The Blues Brothers Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi and a band of vintage suit-clad musicians deliver classic soul hits. (Vancouver Sun)
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North County Times - North San Diego and Southwest Riverside County News. Last modified Saturday, September 8, 2007 8:31 PM PDT. (North County Times)
Tuesday: 'Live From New York' Aug 30, 2007
See a young Dan Aykroyd, Steve Martin, and Bill Murray in action, with commentary from both those involved in the show, and from today's comedy stars such as: Conan O'Brien, Molly Shannon and Rob Schneider. Live From New York airs tonight at 8/7c on NBC.. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
From office temp to comedy legend Aug 29, 2007
She also gets to be an understudy for the Second City's main stage troupe in Toronto, which boasts an all-star alumni list including John Candy, Dan Aykroyd, Mike Myers, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin and McDowell's idol, Catherine O'Hara. I would consider them comedic legends, McDowell said. (Globe and Mail)
Aaron Russo, 64, film producer Aug 27, 2007
Mr. Russo eventually turned to producing feature films, including "The Rose," which starred Midler in 1979 as a self-destructive rock star, and "Trading Places" in 1983, which starred Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd. Mr. Russo was also a longtime political activist, making an unsuccessful run for Nevada governor as a Republican in 1998. (Boston Globe)
'America: Freedom to Fascism' creator was critic of Fed, income tax, government power Aug 26, 2007
The Hollywood veteran with popular films such as "Trading Places," starring Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd, and Bette Midler's "The Rose." In later years, his interests and energies turned to political activism. Russo joined the Libertarian Party after losing the Nevada GOP gubernatorial primary to Kenny Guinn in 1998. (WorldNetDaily)
Television movies for the week of August 26 Aug 26, 2007
TV Movies: August 26-September 1. G = General audiences PG = Parental Guidance PG-13 = Not recommended for preteens R = Restricted audience. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Producer, Activist, Manager Aaron Russo Dies At 64 Aug 26, 2007
Russo eventually turned to producing feature films including "The Rose" which starred Midler in 1979 as a self destructive rock star and later "Trading Places" in 1983 which starred Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd. Russo was also a long time political activist, making an unsuccessful run for Nevada governor as a Republican in 1998. (CBS2.com, CA)
Second City gets a second chance Aug 4, 2007
Hit show followed hit show, and the roster of performers included such embryonic stars as Dan Aykroyd, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Martin Short, Gilda Radner and John Candy. The successful SCTV series spun off from the Toronto companies, providing international visibility as well as added income. (Variety)
Talk show host Snyder dies at 71 Aug 1, 2007 Tom Snyder Dies Jul 31, 2007 Broadcaster Tom Snyder Dies At 71 Jul 31, 2007 Tom Snyder remembered by peers Jul 31, 2007 Talk Host Tom Snyder Dies Jul 31, 2007 'Chuck and Larry:' Sadly, this movie is mediocrity at its best Jul 31, 2007 • Talk Show Host Tom Snyder Dies From Leukemia Jul 31, 2007 * I now pronounce you ... racist, sexist and homophobic Jul 27, 2007 Who are your favourite SNL characters? Jul 24, 2007 Al Frankens Senate Bid Gets Serious Jul 24, 2007 Preview: 'after the quake' Jul 24, 2007 Domestic partners in crime Jul 22, 2007 A farcical (but tame) take on friends with benefits Jul 21, 2007 Lorne Michaels: The one constant on Saturday Night Live Jul 21, 2007 The highs and lows of Saturday Night Live Jul 21, 2007 Ving Rhames Co-Stars In 'I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry' Jul 20, 2007 Message comedy confusing, not good Jul 20, 2007 Chuck and Larry: a throwback to another era Jul 20, 2007 Movie Mini-Reviews 07-19-2007 Jul 20, 2007 I now pronounce you not funny Jul 20, 2007 Jessica Biel Says She'd Turn Into An Ugly 'Monster' For Riskier Roles Jul 20, 2007 Franken taps entertainment pals for cash Jul 19, 2007 Movie review: Lame ‘Chuck & Larry' trots out obvious gay stereotypes Jul 18, 2007 I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry Jul 16, 2007 Shortcut to Happiness Jul 13, 2007 NO SMART ALEC Jul 13, 2007 'Alec Baldwin' film released six years after completion Jul 11, 2007 Today in History July 1 Jul 1, 2007 July 4 parade nice break for soap star Jul 1, 2007 'SNL' to 'Letterman,' 'Bones' Malone hits every note Jul 1, 2007 Ex-Conehead's wine definitely not from France Jun 17, 2007 The price was right for Calgary Bob Barker fan Jun 17, 2007 Aykroyd rides the blues away Jun 16, 2007 Names in the news - Case gets dissed Jun 16, 2007 Ronco, Maker of Veg-O-Matic, Pocket Fisherman, Seeks Bankruptcy Protection Jun 16, 2007 People: Bob Dylan, David Chase, Cat Power Jun 15, 2007 Actor Dan Aykroyd says opening Niagara region winery is 'a dream' Jun 15, 2007 We'll have a glass of Château Aykroyd Jun 14, 2007 Dan Aykroyd gives name to new winery Jun 14, 2007 Aykroyd Winery a $12-million Niagara jewel Jun 14, 2007 Armchair Cinephile Jun 6, 2007 Sagebrush & Spaghetti Jun 5, 2007 New DVDs: Norbit, The Messengers Jun 5, 2007 more » Jun 5, 2007 SCENE: The House is Rockin' May 24, 2007 More of this story May 18, 2007 Baby name search optimization May 14, 2007 Forgo 'Georgia' or go for Lohan May 11, 2007 Serial Magic Apr 29, 2007 Spider-Man 3 piracy played down Apr 27, 2007 Counterfeiters spin Spider-Man web of deceit Apr 26, 2007 Donald Trump Hits Below the Belt in Rosie O'Donnell Feud Apr 20, 2007 Full Story Apr 19, 2007 `Proof that Torontonians are human' Apr 16, 2007 The show rocks Apr 11, 2007 'Christmas Story' director Robert Clark, son killed in car wreck Apr 5, 2007 Straight-Laced Apr 4, 2007 Dead show walking Apr 3, 2007 Goodbye, Larry 'Bud' Melman Mar 24, 2007 Letterman Regular 'Bud' Melman Dies Mar 23, 2007 Obituaries in the news Mar 22, 2007 'Deliverance' To 'Breakfast At Tiffany's': Movies We'd Like To See Remade Mar 22, 2007 Comedian John Belushi Is Still an Influence Mar 7, 2007 John Belushi, 25 years gone Mar 6, 2007 Gone 25 years, Belushi still counts Mar 3, 2007
Snyder gained fame in his heyday when comic Dan Aykroyd spoofed him in the early days of legendary comedy series Saturday Night Live. His black eye brows, robust laugh, digressive way of asking questions, clipped speech pattern and chain-smoking made for a distinctive send-up. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
TV talk host Tom Snyder, 71; irreverence stoked lively shows Jul 31, 2007
Mr. Snyder gained fame in his heyday when Dan Aykroyd spoofed him in the early days of "Saturday Night Live." His chain-smoking, black beetle brows, mercurial manner, and digressive way of asking questions, as well as his clipped speech pattern, made for a distinctive sendup. Briefly in the late 1970s, Mr. Snyder was considered a potential successor to John Chancellor as anchor of the "NBC Nightly News." Tom Brokaw got the job instead, as some in NBC management were worried that Mr. Snyder's... (Boston Globe)
SAN FRANCISCO , whose smoke-filled interviews were a staple of late night television and an inspiration for Dan Aykroyd on "Saturday Night Live," has died after a struggle with leukemia. He was 71. (Fox News)
He gained more fame when Dan Aykroyd lampooned him in the early days of "Saturday Night Live.". In 1972, Snyder left news to host "The Tomorrow Show," which followed "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Snyder's signature style -- which was so distinctive that Dan Aykroyd did a dead-on parody of him on "Saturday Night Live" -- his show's set and the original "Tomorrow" show itself marked an abrupt change at 1 a.m. from Carson's program. Snyder might joke with the crew in the sparsely appointed studio, but he was more likely to joust with guests such as the irascible science fiction writer Harlan Ellison. (Variety)
The long and lanky Mr. Snyder, whose sonorous voice seemed to work its way up from his toes, was a bundle of intellectual curiosities and eccentricities that made him a favorite for impressionists and for Dan Aykroyd on Saturday Night Live. . (TVweek.com)
James and Sandler were typical in their comedic shtick, and director Dennis Dugan tries to distract audiences from the ridiculous storyline with small roles by David Spade, Steve Buscemi, Dan Aykroyd and Ving Rhames. huck and Larry is simply mediocre. (Lumberton The Robesonian, NC)
His constant cigarette-smoking and distinctive laugh and unusual way of speaking were spoofed by Dan Aykroyd on "Saturday Night Live.". Two years ago, Snyder revealed he had leukemia. (Q13.com, WA)
STARRING: ADAM SANDLER (CHUCK LEVINE), KEVIN JAMES (LARRY VALENTINE), JESSICA BIEL (ALEX MCDONOUGH), VING RHAMES (DUNCAN), NICK SWARDSON (KEVIN MCDONOUGH), STEVE BUSCEMI (CLINT FITZER) AND DAN AYKROYD (CAPTAIN TUCKER). RUNNING TIME: 110 MINUTES. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
In its best years with Chevy Chase, Dan Aykroyd , John Belushi, Gilda Radner and Bill Murray -- almost everything they did was excellent, with the sole exception that John Belushi's Samurai character was only funny the first few times. He milked that long, long after it was dead. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
" To prove just how serious he is, Franken is raising megabucks. He raised more than $1 million for Democratic candidates in 2006, and raised eyebrows by collecting $1.9 million for himself during the second quarter of 2007. More importantly, he outraised the incumbent, who collected about $1.7 million. Franken's Democratic primary rival, trial attorney Mike Ciresi, took in just $750,000. There's just one hitch: In all, 82 percent of Franken's donors (who together have contributed more than $2.5... (Newsmax)
When he ticked off a litany that includes funnymen like the Belushis, Dan Aykroyd and Bernie Solomons, the celebrated actors of Steppenwolf, the critics Claudia Cassidy and Richard Christiansen who showed up and validated the work by their attention, playwright David Mamet, the Goodman Theatre and now the kinetic, completely off-the-wall ensemble, The House, it became obvious why the avuncular, bighearted Galati never moved to New York. With that kind of talent emerging there, Sandburg's city of... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Tucker: Dan AykroydDuncan: Ving RhamesClint: Steve Buscemi ... As the firehouse captain, Dan Aykroyd looks uncomfortable delivering his lines. (Chicago Sun-Times)
Despite parts for Dan Aykroyd and Steve Buscemi, the film is often too self-conscious to be truly gangbusters, which is too bad since no one says anything revealing or self-reflective. This is a film in which people are content not to talk about their feelings, which is odd since two-thirds of the surviving script is credited to Alexander Payne and Jim Taylor , the men who wrote "Sideways ," "About Schmidt ," and "Election ." (The other third goes to Barry Fanaro. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Working backward, the alumni include Will Ferrell, Adam Sandler, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. Even Chevy Chase had a movie career. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Created by Torontonian Lorne Michaels, the first season's Canadian content also includes Dan Aykroyd and band leader Howard Shore, who later yields to Paul Shaffer, another Canuck. John Belushi, Chevy Chase, Gilda Radner and Jane Curtin join the first season's cast. (Globe and Mail)
The cast also includes Jessica Biel, as an attorney who assist Chuck and Larry; Steve Buscemi, as a highly suspicious fraud inspector and comedy superstar Dan Aykroyd, as the hard-nosed fire captain ... " Rhames was born and raised in Harlem, New York. Rhames studied dramatic arts at the New York High School of Performing Arts and then at the Juilliard School of Drama. After graduating from Juilliard, Rhames went on to perform in Shakespeare in the Park productions. In 1984, he appeared in front... (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Dan Aykroyd energizes his scenes as the dyspeptic fire chief, and Ving Rhames shines as a tough-guy firefighter who sings I'm Every Woman in the shower. Too often, however, the comedy is based on juvenile group slurs. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
Starring: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Jessica Biel, Steve Buscemi, Dan AykroydDirector: Dennis DuganRun time: 1 hour, 55 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13 ... Buscemi for once seems miscast, as do Jessica Biel as Chucks heterosexual love interest, Richard Chamberlain as a fraud investigator and Dan Aykroyd as a blustery fire chief. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Starring Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Jessica Biel, Steve Buscemi, Dan Aykroyd. Synopsis: Chuck Levine (Adam Sandler) and Larry Valentine (Kevin James) are firefighters and true-blue buddies. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
CAST: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Jessica Biel, Dan Aykroyd, Ving Rhames. RUNNING TIME: 115 minutes. (Seattle Post Intelligencer)
Sandler and Kevin James, of course Dan Aykroyd as well. And. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Those included Dan Aykroyd, Robin Williams and Rolling Stone magazine founder Jann Wenner. Among other notable contributors were actor Ed Norton, director Harold Ramis, actress Meg Ryan, cartoonist Garry Trudeau, former Health and Human Services Secretary Donna Shalala, and Karenna Gore Schiff, daughter of former Vice President Al Gore. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
And while a fraud inspector (Steve Buscemi in a weasly, unfunny role) starts snooping around suspiciously, their captain at the fire station (Dan Aykroyd) doesn't want to know the truth. So Chuck and Larry enlist the help of attorney Alex McDonough (Jessica Biel) to help them defend their case. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Chuck Levine - Adam Sandler Larry Valentine - Kevin James Alex McDonough - Jessica Biel Captain Tucker - Dan Aykroyd Duncan - Ving Rhames Clint Fitzer - Steve Buscemi Renaldo Pinera - Nicholas Turturro Steve - Allen Covert ... Tops among these are Ving Rhames as a fellow fireman and Dan Aykroyd as the fast-talking fire chief. (Variety)
Daniel Webster - Anthony Hopkins The Devil - Jennifer Love Hewitt Jabez Stone - Alec Baldwin Julius Jenson - Dan Aykroyd Constance Hurry - Kim Cattrall Mike Weiss - Barry Miller Molly Gilchrest - Amy Poehler Luke - Mike Doyle ... Following one particularly demoralizing day, in which he is fired from his job working retail, learns a friend (Dan Aykroyd) has just been signed to a three-book deal, and has his laptop stolen, Stone is all too primed for the temptations of pic's distaff devil... (Variety)
A close novelist friend (Dan Aykroyd) ends up being knocked by a taxi into the front window of the Lincoln Square Barnes & Noble amid a display of Jabez's books in one of the more ludicrously staged vignettes. There is much more unintentionally hilarious misery, schmaltz and terrible acting before Jabez confides in his publisher, Daniel Webster (Anthony Hopkins at his most officious), who offers to try and get Jabez out his deal with the devil. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The Devil and Daniel Webster was directed by Baldwin and stars Anthony Hopkins, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Dan Aykroyd, as well as the Glengarry Glen Ross star himself. Based on the titular novel by Stephen Vincent Benet, the film hit the skids in 2001 during post-production when the FBI seized the investors' assets, including the film, in the course of a bank fraud investigation. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Actor-comedian Dan Aykroyd is 55. Actor Alan Ruck is 51. (MSNBC -- Race)
Actor Dan Aykroyd is 55. Actor Andre Braugher ( Homicide ) is 45. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
He also was a horn player and arranger for The Blues Brothers, an R born from a comedy skit written by SNL's John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd ... "It premiered Oct. 3, 1975.Saturday Night Live, especially those from the early years, remains one of TV's most revered programs.In 1978, comedians John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd got an idea for a skit starring two oh-so-cool blues singers and a kick-butt band."They asked me to put together an arrangement for the song Rocket 88, which I did," Malone says.... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Ageing celebrities are quickly replacing kangaroos, penguins and kitties as wine pitchmen, and no one is leading the charge quite like Dan Aykroyd. Yesterday, the former Conehead teamed up with Diamond Estates and Wines ts to announce a $12-million Dan Aykroyd Winery set to open next fall just off the QEW in Beamsville ... Actor Dan Aykroyd announces the opening of his eponymous winery at the flagship Roots store in Yorkville yesterday. (National Post)
As soon as I was old enough to talk, I was yelling numbers at the TV."Barker, the 17-time Emmy winning host, emceed the CBS game show from Sept. 4, 1972 until June 6, 2007. He decided to retire at age 83 after 50 years on weekday television, a longevity record in the business.Barker's final episode -- the one Lindstrom was on -- will air twice on Friday; once in its regular daytime slot, and again at primetime, leading into CBS' coverage of the Daytime Emmy Awards. The Vancouver Sun 2007 Ads... (Vancouver Sun)
When Dan Aykroyd says you don't need a therapist if you own a Harley-Davidson, I can relate ... Dan Aykroyd's other ventures keep him too busy to have time for movies. (Driving.ca)
Dan Aykroyd is throwing his star power behind an $11 million winery that aims to boost the Niagara wine region's international profile. The Dan Aykroyd Winery, which will showcase souvenirs from the actor's career, will be located near the town of Lincoln, Ontario, in the heart of the province's vineyards. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
Ronco's television ads were so familiar to viewers that they were spoofed by comedian Dan Aykroyd in a famous 1976 sketch on the television program ``Saturday Night Live. In the sketch, Aykroyd advertises the ``Super Bass-O-Matic '76'' by ``Rovco,'' a blender that turns a whole fish into a brown liquid, which is then drunk by Laraine Newman, who co-starred in the segment. (Bloomberg)
" The mercurial singer-songwriter Cat Power has become the first woman to win the Shortlist Music Prize, beating out finalists that included Tom Waits and Regina Spektor. The Shortlist, now in its sixth year, honors musicians who have made sterling albums but have not hit the mainstream. Its jury of nine journalists and musicians included KT Tunstall and the members of Franz Ferdinand. Powers "has one of the most beguiling voices around," said Tunstall. Previous winners of the Shortlist prize... (International Herald Tribune)
Actor Dan Aykroyd says opening Niagara region winery is 'a dream ... Actor Dan Aykroyd says opening Niagara region winery is 'a dream ... TORONTO (CP) - Actor Dan Aykroyd is going from Blues Brother to booze brother and throwing his star power behind a new $12-million winery which aims to pump up the Niagara wine region's international profile. (Canada.com)
During his more than 30-year showbiz career, Dan Aykroyd's name has headlined a lot of different things: movies, concerts, charity events ... The Dan Aykroyd name appears on a new line of signature wine bottles, launched yesterday in Toronto ... The company will also open a new Dan Aykroyd winery, to be built in the town of Lincoln, Ont. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Dan Aykroyd Gives His Name to New Winery. TORONTO Dan Aykroyd is throwing his star power behind an $11 million winery that aims to boost the Niagara wine region's international profile ... The Dan Aykroyd Winery, which will showcase souvenirs from the actor's career, will be located near the town of Lincoln, Ontario, in the heart of the province's vineyards. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The new Dan Aykroyd Winery conceptual drawing ... TORONTO Blues Brother turned wine entrepreneur Dan Aykroyd has a vision for his new Beamsville winery ... A sleek 125-seat restaurant is part of the plan for the new $12-million, 45,000-square-foot Dan Aykroyd Winery to be built on Cherry Avenue just off the QEW (replacing the Birchwood Estate building) by fall 2008. (St. Catharines Standard)
For those of us who think Eddie Murphy s Disney/drag/disguise years are a bust, this is a refreshing look back at his mid- 80s heyday particularly Trading Places, which reminds us that Dan Aykroyd used to be funny, too. San Antonio Current 2007. (San Antonio Current, TX)
That said, it's funnier than you remembered, punctuated by the best-ever performances of Dan Aykroyd, Eddie Murphy, and Jamie Lee Curtis; never again would they appear in a film as smart as they are (as illustrated by Norbit, also out this week). The making-of pays appropriate homage to its classy cast: Ralph Bellamy, Don Ameche, and Denholm Elliott. (City Pages)
Timed to the release of Norbit are new DVD releases of two old Murphy comedies, 1983s Trading Places, in which hes a con man who swaps lives with a haughty stockbroker (Dan Aykroyd), and 1988s Coming to America, with Murphy as an African prince looking for a bride in New York. Each disc has a handful of featurettes. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Thankfully, the arrival of Murphy's lesser efforts is accompanied by spanking new special editions of two of his bona fide classics: "Coming to America," co-starring Arsenio Hall, and "Trading Places," also starring Dan Aykroyd and Jamie Lee Curtis. The two classic titles are loaded with behind-the-scenes featurettes and promotional clips, including new and vintage interviews. (CTNow.com)
Ground Zero has welcomed big-name acts like Willie Nelson, Elvis Costello, Robert Plant and Dan Aykroyd, but Ground Zero's patrons may have the most fun at the club's weekly blues jam night. Guitarists, bassists, harmonica and piano players, and drummers sign up to jam with the band on stage. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Pam Wilson, director of planning for Seneca Cayuga ARC, adapted the play from the film starring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. ell, I'm a Blues Brothers' fan, so that's how it came about, Zamniak-Flanigan said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
"Later this year, actor Dan Aykroyd will release his Signature Reserve label in Canada; it will arrive in U S stores in 2008. That's on the heels of 'Sopranos' star Lorraine Bracco's eponymous line and three Ernie Els labels, both launched in 2004." Will wine collections soon include Aykroyd reds. Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Mormonism, S&M: It's all the same to Marshall, the nuance-be-damned pro who directed Rosie O'Donnell and Dan Aykroyd through the sadomasochistic island nightmare of his 1994 Anne Rice adaptation Exit to Eden. Does Marshall believe a word of this script. (Baltimore Sun)
Also starring Dan Aykroyd, Steve Buscemi, Ving Rhames and, apparently to create some tension, lovely Jessica Biel. Remake of the 2004 Australian comedy "Strange Bedfellows." TBA.. (CTNow.com)
Reuters discovered some copies featured the 2001 TV movie Earth vs The Spider, starring Dan Aykroyd, while Sony says some show Spider-Man 2 instead. Sony said "similar hoaxes and false alarms" often occur before releases. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
ADVERTISEMENT (article continues below) When played in a DVD machine, the screen showed a 2001 television movie "Earth vs. The Spider" starring Dan Aykroyd as a detective investigating the case of a spider-like killer. A copy obtained on Tuesday, with similar packaging and an anti-piracy warning on the back, would not play in a DVD machine. (Scientific American)
In the movie, O'Donnell and Dan Aykroyd played play cops who have to go undercover in sadomasochist garb at a sex camp. A fan of Trump bought the bustier-panty combo in an auction and had them framed and sent to the Donald. (FOX News)
" O'Donnell played the police detective partner of Dan Aykroyd in the 1994 comedy described by Leonard Maltin as a "strange cinematic catastrophe. " The two cops go undercover at a sado-masochistic fantasy camp, which required O'Donnell to wear the bustier with garters and stockings while brandishing a whip. On "The View" on Monday, O'Donnell asked Walters, Joy Behar and Elizabeth Haselbeck: "You want to hear what a 61-year-old businessman did today. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Nerenberg and Spence had no trouble finding Canadians with an opinion about Toronto, from average citizens to such celebrities as Dan Aykroyd and Mike Myers. And, mostly, the opinion was negative, Nerenberg says. (Toronto Star)
Jim Carrey, Chris Rock, Damon Wayans, Will Ferrell, Phil Hartman, Mike Myers, Jon Lovitz, Jane Curtin, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Molly Shannon and many more. Heck, most of the names mentioned are just from one show Saturday Night Live. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
and Gene Hackman and Dan Aykroyd s Loose Cannons. Forums, Photos & More. (KHOU.com, TX)
Wednesday, April 04, 2007 Last Update: 10:50 AM EDT. PHIL SPECTOR'S DEFENSE SHAKY. (New York Post -- Gossip)
NBC Original "SNL" lineup: Laraine Newman (left), John Belushi, Jane Curtin, Gilda Radner, Dan Aykroyd, Garrett Morris, Chevy Chase ... Submerge wistfully into the 26-hour, 33-minute DVD boxed set, Saturday Night Live The Complete First Season, 1975-1976, and there's John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, Garrett Morris, Laraine Newman and Gilda Radner, a brilliant ensemble supported by go-for-the-throat writers like Michael O'Donoghue and Michaels himself. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
DeForest also appeared in an assortment of other television shows and films, including "Nothing Lasts Forever" with Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd. There will be no funeral service for DeForest, who left no survivors. (CNN -- Showbiz)
DeForest also appeared in an assortment of other television shows and films, including "Nothing Lasts Forever" with Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd. At his request, there will be no funeral service for DeForest, who left no survivors. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
DeForest also appeared in other television shows and films, including "Nothing Lasts Forever" with Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd. . (Bakersfield Californian -- Nation)
Contemporary audio spy-ware would force the filmmakers to come up with a real challenge for Caul (we think Bill Murray would shine, or the role could similarly boost the career of fellow "Saturday Night Live" vet Dan Aykroyd) as well as dramatically jacking up the character's paranoid, hermetically sealed lifestyle. While the original film tapped (sorry) into post-Watergate paranoia, a new version could certainly tackle the ever-expanding threats to our civil rights and personal privacy. (VHI.com -- Music News)
In 1978, on the eve of his 30th birthday, Belushi had the No. 1 movie with "Animal House," the No. 1 record (with partner Dan Aykroyd), "Briefcase Full of Blues" and was the heart of television's hottest show. BREAKING THROUGH. (The Ledger)
In 1978, on the eve of his 30th birthday, Belushi had the No. 1 movie with "Animal House," the No. 1 record (with partner Dan Aykroyd), "Briefcase Full of Blues" and was the heart of. "No one had broken through like he did," said Bernie Brillstein, Belushi's manager. (CNN -- Showbiz)
In 1978, on the eve of his 30th birthday, Belushi had the No. 1 movie with Animal House, the No. 1 record (with partner Dan Aykroyd), Briefcase Full of Blues and was the heart of televisions hottest show. No one had broken through like he did, said Bernie Brillstein, Belushis manager. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
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