When I first heard that Mel Gibson was making a movie about Judah Maccabee, I thought, “that can’t be the same Judah Maccabbee I’m thinking of, right? Perhaps there has been some kind of misunderstanding, and he’s actually making another movie about Jesus?” As it turns out, Gibson is making a movie about THE Judah Maccabbee, the Jewish religious hero that led the revolt against the Seleucid Empire. Isn’t there an easier way to prove that you’re not a bigot? Can’t the guy do an honest interview for once, where he actually discusses that his father is a holocaust denier? And during this same interview, maybe he could also explain that he is neither a wife-beater nor a racist? Actually — he’s doomed. He should just hang it up.
Quote of the Day — Jeffrey Katzenberg
“For sure the bloom is off the rose for a moment in time, driven by a singular and unique characteristic that only exists in Hollywood, greed. And, you know, so I think there were, unfortunately, a number of people who thought that they could capitalize on what was a great, genuine excitement by movie goers for a new premium experience, and thought they could just deliver a kind of low-end crappy version of it, and people wouldn’t care, or wouldn’t know the difference. And anything — you know, nothing could have been further from the truth.” Jeffrey Katzenberg on Hollywood’s obsession with 3D.
Erica Rose Hits on Blake Julian — Bachelor Pad
Being the prude that I am, I really respect a girl that can put her whore status in full gear. In fact, I like to live vicariously through the promiscuity of others. So you can imagine how much I enjoyed the hilarious scene from ABC’s ‘Bachelor Pad,’ which involved Erica Rose’s persistent attempt to get Blake Julian to sleep with her. The girl sure knows what she wants, and unfortunately for her, Blake does too. Watch below.
Kris Humphries Proposes to Kim Kardashian — On Television
I don’t often fantasize about a proposal, but if ever I do — allow me to say that video cameras are not involved. I’m not sure why the Kardashian family lacks all sense of boundaries when it comes to their personal life, but they are somehow able to recruit other boundary-less individuals to join their clan. Kris Humphries proposed to Kim Kardashian on television, and I can only assume he’s gone to the dark side. Sure it’s nice to have “home videos” (as the Kardashians justify it), but home videos are usually meaningful because they are filmed by other close ones, not an entire camera crew.
Madonna Hates Hydrangeas — Who Knew?
If you’re planning on courageously gifting Madonna with flowers at a press event, make sure hydrangeas are not involved. A random fan brought her a hydrangea, and Madonna said thank you, before turning to her neighbor and saying, “I absolutely hate hydrangeas. He obviously doesn’t know that.” Thank goodness he didn’t get her carnations. Then she might have whipped out her French accent instead of her British one. Watch below.
Howard Stern Quote of the Day — Chaz Bono
Eddie Murphy to Host the Oscars — Good Choice!
For years I’ve wondered what happened to Eddie Murhpy. He’s considered one of the greatest comedians in history, and he hasn’t done stand-up in years. So did he just get comfortable with his millions and lose the hunger to perform? As it turns out, Murphy is returning to the spotlight to host the Oscars, and presumably to promote his new film, ‘Tower Heist.’ I’m glad the Oscar executives learned a thing or two after last year’s hosting debacle. And though it pains me to admit that the douchey Brett Ratner might have done something right, the trailer for ‘Tower Heist’ looks really good. Watch below.
Lisa Kudrow’s ‘Web Therapy’ — Best New Show on Television
I constantly struggle to find new television to watch. In fact, almost all scripted television I currently watch is in its final year, which means I’m prepared for some lonely nights very soon. In an effort to find a new show, I recently powered through one episode of almost every show on television, and I stumbled across the very funny ‘Web Therapy.’ It stars Lisa Kudrow as ‘Fiona Wallace,’ a terrible online therapist who treats her clients with three minute sessions. The show is largely improvised, and it actually began online before Showtime picked it up to air the existing episodes on its network. Good work, Showtime.
The Dishmaster Returns From Labor Day Weekend!
Fear not loyal readers! The Dishmaster is back from vacation, and I’ve had just enough beauty rest to rejuvenate my coveted dish-tastic attitude. Hope you didn’t miss me too much. Who I am kidding? I hope you crawled into a fetal position and cried at the thought of living without me for five days. So buckle your seat-belts and get ready for more posts from the Master of all Dish (Now I’m just getting carried away).
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Happy Labor Day — Dishmaster Vacation
Well folks, it’s that time of year. And by “that time” I mean The Dishmaster is taking a much needed vacation, where I’ll be spending time with my family who will most likely inquire about my lack of new posts, despite knowing I’ve spent the entire day away from the computer. Gotta love it, right? So unless there’s some celebrity melt-down that requires Dishmaster analysis, I’ll be back on Wednesday with what I can only hope will be a revived, sunshiny attitude. Have a great holiday!
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