Who doesn’t enjoy a little Euripides with their breakfast cereal or, in this case, with their unrelenting celluloid exploration of sadistic, on-campus initiations? Of course, hazing has been ceaselessly explored in the news each time there’s a new frat and in previous efforts such as Todd Phillips and Andrew Gurland’s documentary Frat House (1998) and John Landis’ comedy Animal House (1978). Even the Lifetime channel (The Haunting of Sorority Row (2007)) and one of this year’s best movies (Prof. Marston and the Wonder Women) have taken out their paddles, exploring the female side of these rituals. However, seldom has Dionysus and the Bacchae been incorporated into the subject matter.
(Please note that Tennessee Williams was inspired by the same source material for Suddenly Last Summer, a tale of lobotomies, cannibalism, and repressed homosexuality. Sounds very much like a fraternity initiation in the end, doesn’t it?) Indeed, few films,...
(Please note that Tennessee Williams was inspired by the same source material for Suddenly Last Summer, a tale of lobotomies, cannibalism, and repressed homosexuality. Sounds very much like a fraternity initiation in the end, doesn’t it?) Indeed, few films,...
- 11/6/2017
- by Brandon Judell
- www.culturecatch.com
HollywoodNews.com: Our selected celebrity to be included in our “Hot Hollywood Female Celebrity Photo Gallery of the Day” is Leighton Meester.
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Leighton Meester, Selena Gomez, and Katie Cassidy in Monte Carlo
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Leighton Meester, Selena Gomez, and Katie Cassidy in Monte Carlo
Leighton Meester, best known for her performance in the CW’s Gossip Girl series, co-stars alongside Selena Gomez and Katie Cassidy in this weekend’s young femme comedy Monte Carlo.
Leighton Marissa Meester (born April 9, 1986) is an American actress and singer. Meester gained fame for playing the role of Blair Waldorf in the CW young-adult television series Gossip Girl. She most recently appeared in the 2010 country drama film Country Strong and the 2011 thriller The Roommate.
Early life
Meester was born in Fort Worth, Texas, the daughter of Constance (née Haas) and Douglas Meester.
Leighton Meester, Selena Gomez, and Katie Cassidy ◄ Back Next ►Picture 1 of 22
Leighton Meester, Selena Gomez, and Katie Cassidy in Monte Carlo
◄ Back Next ►Picture 1 of 22
Leighton Meester, Selena Gomez, and Katie Cassidy in Monte Carlo
Leighton Meester, best known for her performance in the CW’s Gossip Girl series, co-stars alongside Selena Gomez and Katie Cassidy in this weekend’s young femme comedy Monte Carlo.
Leighton Marissa Meester (born April 9, 1986) is an American actress and singer. Meester gained fame for playing the role of Blair Waldorf in the CW young-adult television series Gossip Girl. She most recently appeared in the 2010 country drama film Country Strong and the 2011 thriller The Roommate.
Early life
Meester was born in Fort Worth, Texas, the daughter of Constance (née Haas) and Douglas Meester.
- 7/3/2011
- by Anastasia
- Hollywoodnews.com
Leighton Meester hasn't really made a name for herself in the horror genre yet, but I'm hoping after the success of The Roommate, she will give more genre films a chance. Meester starred in Hangman's Curse, The Haunting of Sorority Row and Killer Movie. Below are a few vidcaps of her in her panties from the drama Country Strong (the Gwyneth Paltrow country music movie).
- 3/4/2011
- by wil
- HorrorYearbook
DVD Playhouse—November 2010
By Allen Gardner
Paths Of Glory (Criterion) Stanley Kubrick’s 1957 antiwar classic put him on the map as a major filmmaker. Kirk Douglas stars in a true story about a French officer in Ww I who locks horns with the military’s top brass after his men are court-martialed for failing to carry out an obvious suicide mission. A perfect film, across the board, with fine support from George Macready as one of the most despicable martinet’s ever captured on film, Ralph Meeker, and Adolphe Menjou, all oily charm as a conniving General. Also available on Blu-ray disc. Bonuses: Audio commentary by critic Gary Giddins; Excerpt from 1966 audio interview with Kubrick; 1979 interview with Douglas; New interviews with Jan Harlan, Christiane Kubrick, and producer James B. Harris; French television documentary on real-life case which inspired the film; Trailer. Widescreen. Dolby 1.0 mono.
Winter’S Bone (Lionsgate) After her deadbeat father disappears,...
By Allen Gardner
Paths Of Glory (Criterion) Stanley Kubrick’s 1957 antiwar classic put him on the map as a major filmmaker. Kirk Douglas stars in a true story about a French officer in Ww I who locks horns with the military’s top brass after his men are court-martialed for failing to carry out an obvious suicide mission. A perfect film, across the board, with fine support from George Macready as one of the most despicable martinet’s ever captured on film, Ralph Meeker, and Adolphe Menjou, all oily charm as a conniving General. Also available on Blu-ray disc. Bonuses: Audio commentary by critic Gary Giddins; Excerpt from 1966 audio interview with Kubrick; 1979 interview with Douglas; New interviews with Jan Harlan, Christiane Kubrick, and producer James B. Harris; French television documentary on real-life case which inspired the film; Trailer. Widescreen. Dolby 1.0 mono.
Winter’S Bone (Lionsgate) After her deadbeat father disappears,...
- 11/6/2010
- by The Hollywood Interview.com
- The Hollywood Interview
Welcome to our weekly round-up of featured giveaways here at Fred. Every week, we’ll present a new clutch of DVDs, books, and other cool stuff you can take a shot at winning. All you have to do is click on the graphics below to be taken to their respective contest pages. And good luck!
In conjunction with Adult Swim, we’re giving away two (2) copies of Venture Bros: Season 4 on DVD.
In conjunction with Shout Factory, we’re giving away two (2) copies of The Larry Sanders Show: Season 2 on DVD.
In conjunction with Shout Factory, we’re giving away two (2) copies of Leave It To Beaver: Season 4 on DVD.
In conjunction with A&E Home Video, we’re giving away two (2) copies of Surviving The Holidays With Lewis Black on DVD.
In conjunction with A&E Home Video, we’re giving away two (2) copies of WWII 360 on Blu-Ray.
In conjunction with Adult Swim, we’re giving away two (2) copies of Venture Bros: Season 4 on DVD.
In conjunction with Shout Factory, we’re giving away two (2) copies of The Larry Sanders Show: Season 2 on DVD.
In conjunction with Shout Factory, we’re giving away two (2) copies of Leave It To Beaver: Season 4 on DVD.
In conjunction with A&E Home Video, we’re giving away two (2) copies of Surviving The Holidays With Lewis Black on DVD.
In conjunction with A&E Home Video, we’re giving away two (2) copies of WWII 360 on Blu-Ray.
- 11/3/2010
- by UncaScroogeMcD
In conjunction with A&E Home Video, we’re giving away three (3) prize packs containing all five (5) of the following Lifetime movies on DVD: The Haunting Of Sorority Row, Hush Little Baby, Still Small Voices, Devil’S Diary, and The Gathering.
Contest ends at 11:59pm Est on Wednesday, November 24th.
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Enter the contest! Email: First name: Last name: Street Address: Address Line 2 (if needed): City: State/Province/Whatever: Zip Code/Postal Code: Country: Birth Month: JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember Birth Day: 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031 Birth Year:
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No member of Fred Entertainment or their immediate families may enter.
No Purchase necessary to win.
Must be 18 years of age or older to enter.
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All submitted entries must be received by 11:59pm Est on Wednesday, November 24th.
The winner must allow 4-6 weeks after notification of win to receive the product.
- 11/3/2010
- by UncaScroogeMcD
A&E Home Entertainment is releasing five b-movie guilty pleasures of suspense and horror just in time for Halloween. The five titles - The Haunting of Sorority Row, Hush Little Baby, Still Small Voices, Devi's Diary and The Garthering - will be available October 26. Each features familiar names from television and film. Here's a brief look at each movie with plot descriptions:The Haunting of Sorority Row - Samantha Willows (Leighton Meester) is a bright-eyed college freshman ready to endure the often humiliating traditions of pledge week if it means being...
- 10/12/2010
- by Darryl Morden, LA DVD & Blu-Ray Examiner
- Examiner Movies Channel
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