WATCH: Josh Hutcherson Catches Fire on SNL, Five Highlights
“Hunger Games” star Josh Hutcherson’s easy appeal played well as an SNL host. Though he was used in almost every sketch, SNL mostly cast Hutcherson as the straight man. This move allowed him to work...
View ArticleIndie Spirit Nominated ‘Crystal Fairy’: Michael Cera and Gabby Hoffmann Take...
“Crystal Fairy,” which recently scored Indie Spirit nominations for the John Cassavettes Award and Best Female Lead (Gaby Hoffmann), was written and filmed while director Sebastian Silva and Michael...
View ArticleWATCH: Highlights from Paul Rudd vs. One Direction SNL Showdown; Wiig Steals...
As Paul Rudd hosted his third Saturday Night Live this week, he picked up on a pattern: the musical guest always overshadows him. Perhaps that’s because he’s not a great host. First came Beyonce, then...
View ArticleWATCH: Highlights from a Very John Goodman Christmas SNL (VIDEO)
Not even John Goodman’s jovial versatility and past hosting experience (this was his 13th time around) could revive this week’s paltry set of Saturday Night Live sketches. While there was no great...
View ArticleWATCH: Jimmy Fallon and Justin Timberlake’s Cheery Saturday Night Live
Veteran SNL staffer Jimmy Fallon and prized SNL guest Justin Timberlake broke in for the cold open as a pair of professional “wrappers.” Timberlake’s arrival nabbed possibly the loudest applause all...
View ArticleWATCH: Jonah Hill Hosts A Fantastic SNL with Surprise from Leonardo DiCaprio
Jonah Hill hosted Saturday Night Live this week and stands as one of the best hosts of the season so far. The best moment of the evening was a surprise visit from Leonardo DiCaprio during Hill’s...
View ArticleWATCH: Melissa McCarthy Hosts SNL, Farewell to Seth Meyers
Melissa McCarthy hosted “Saturday Night Live” for the third time last night, and despite her seasoned experience and warm humor, she couldn’t quite rescue the half-baked sketches. The opening skit...
View ArticleVIDEO: Highlights from Louis C.K.’s Easy-Going SNL
It is a treat to see a SNL monologue delivered as a monologue. Reigning stand-up performer Louis C.K. did not call upon various cast members to rescue him partway through with a musical number or faux...
View ArticleVIDEO: Anna Kendrick Hosts a Sweet SNL
Shyly spunky charmer Anna Kendrick was underwhelming as the host of Saturday Night Life this week. She went musical, singing during the monologue an auto-tuned Little Mermaid sketch, and went on to...
View ArticleWatch: Highlights from Seth Rogen’s Leisurely SNL
“Saturday Night Live” is usually characterized by a frantic and breathless pace. This week’s episode, with third-time host Seth Rogen leading the pack, took its time through sketches. It bounced along...
View ArticleWATCH: Andrew Garfield Hosts a Fantastic, Instant Classic SNL (VIDEO)
At last–a genuinely great episode of “Saturday Night Live.” Bolstered by the measured goofiness of Andrew Garfield, this episode was inspired and consistent. There was nothing experimental or wild,...
View ArticleWATCH: Andy Samberg Brings Happy Last Hurrah to SNL’s 39th Season
SNL’s always-game, beloved former cast member Andy Samberg returned to the show for its 39th season finale. He attempted to beat Bill Hader’s impression record by rapidly hitting 24 impressions in a...
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