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08 Feb ' 13:35
1:06 PMToday a list of 2011's best movie posters has gotten some traction, and it's interesting to see how they differ from this year's Oscar nominees.
While more mainstream films like MoneyballThe Tree of Life, We Bought A ZooWinnie the Pooh make the cut, it should come as no surprise that many of the most innovative and creative posters come from lesser-known and independent films.
For example, top honors go to Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives. The poster is brilliantly illustrated by Chris Ware
I was pleased to see that Bill Cunningham New York made the list, too. The film was my favorite documentary of 2011, and the poster captures it perfectly:
Finally, Shame received some well-deserved attention with this simple image:
On a related note, I don't know how I missed the movie S--t Year, but here's hoping it's released in the U.S. soon.
What were your top posters of last year? Feel free to let us know (with a link to the image).
12:06 PMI might've been more into summer camp as a kid if it offered science-fiction and fantasy workshops.
This summer Shared Worlds SF/F Teen Writing Camp will give young sci-fi enthusiasts an experience to remember. During the program, students "build entire fantasy or science fictional worlds" with their peers ... and then they write stories about them, which are published in a book. Awesome!
If you head to the Shared Worlds site right now, you'll be greeted by Jeremy Zerfoss' adorable illustration. Click on each critter to read fun descriptions written by Neil Gaiman, Lev Grossman, Scott Westerfeld, Jeff VanderMeer and other sci-fi heavyweights.
The program could use some financial help, so if you feel inspired, head to Shared Worlds' donation page. Other supporters of the camp include authors Michael ChabonAyelet Waldman
This year's program runs July 22-Aug. 4. It takes place at Wofford College in Spartanburg, S.C.
If you're a Lee fan, you may want to click on his site tonight at 7 ET, when Lee participates in a live interview. He plans to answer questions from Twitter, so if there's something on your mind, hashtag it #TheRealStanLee.
Today's pic comes from Mark Q. in Wichita:
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08 Feb ' 08:32
2012-02-0811:15 AMIt's never too late to start your own website.
Case in point: Comics legend Stan Lee, 89, who just unveiled TheRealStanLee.com. The site promises new content daily and "a first-of-its-kind platform for comic book writers, artists and storytellers to share their ideas and collaborate."
If you're a Lee fan, you may want to click on his site tonight at 7 p.m. ET, when Lee participates in a live interview. He plans to answer questions from Twitter, so if there's something on your mind, hashtag it #TheRealStanLee.
Congratulations also go out to Lee for receiving the lifetime achievement award at last night's 10th annual Visual Effects Society Awards. Excelsior!
Each year some of the most interesting flicks nominated for Oscars are in the short-film category -- which makes it especially sad that they're so hard to see.
I bring you good news, however: More than 200 theaters will be screening the Academy Award-nominated short films this weekend (starting Feb. 10). The programs will give audiences a chance to see movies nominated in the animation, live action and documentary categories.
For example, now we can see The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore on the big screen:
Titles in the documentary category include The Barber of Birmingham. That film spotlightsJames Armstrong, "a barber, a 'foot soldier' and a dreamer whose barbershop in Birmingham has been a hub for haircuts and civil rights since 1955."
To find a theater in your area and watch trailers for the films, head to http://theoscarshorts.shorts.tv. The flicks will be released individually on iTunes and on demand Feb. 21.
I can take all the banjo lessons in the world, but I'm never going to play as well as 9-year-old Johnny Mizzone
In this video, Johnny plays Ralph StanleyHow Mountain Girls Can Love with his brothers Robbie, 12, and Tommy, 14.
How incredible is that? The guys call themselves the Sleepy Man Banjo Boys, and they released an album a few months ago.
Last year the guys impressed David Letterman with their performance of Earl ScruggsFlint Hill Special:
"This is not like the Jonas Brothers," Letterman joked. No, it most certainly isn't.
Today marks composer John Williams' 80th birthday. Williams, who often works with director Steven Spielberg, has created some of the most memorable film scores in movie history.
Vote for your favorite big-screen sounds in today's poll:
8:47 AMToday's pic comes from Mark Q. in Wichita, Kan.:
"This was my 12-year-old son's way to entertain himself when bored and stuck with his parents: biting off a pretzel alphabet!"
Hey! It's a lovely morning, and I'm about to make the coffee. But first, some headlines:
- Why is James Sturm boycotting The Avengers
- Wow, two of the horses from Luck broke their legs during filming and had to be euthanized
- Here's a good list of blogs for writers to read. (Thanks, Largehearted Boy.)
Metallica has announced its own music festival
- Want to have a Galentine's Day party like Leslie Knope? Here's how- Listen to a bunch of coversGotye's Somebody That I Used to Know. Love that song!
- Hey, maybe now I'll finally get to see The Jesus & Mary Chain
- Are you a Walking Dead fan? Take this quiz to see how well you know the TV series.
Joseph Gordon-Levittready to direct
Kevin Smith is working on an animated Jay and Silent Bob film
Robert Downey Jr. and his wife have welcomed a baby boy
Watch the trailer for PBS' Great Expectations, starring Gillian Anderson
- This history of the middle finger is quite informative.
Billy Eichner reports from the Madonna Bowl.
- Can you imagine an Amazon retail store
Liza MinnelliJay-Ztogether at last
25 things you didn't know about the Marlon Brando flick Viva Zapata!.
- The Village Voice talks to Philip Glass.
- The "Krispy Kreme Challenge" sounds a little nauseating.
- "Batman's dimebag found on the streets of Philadelphia."
- Cool Darth Maul soda box display.
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07 Feb ' 17:37
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07 Feb ' 13:07
3:45 PMOh man, I've been nervous about writing this Sharon Van Etten review.
It's not that I haven't heard her new album, Tramp (Jagjaguwar, out today)-- on the contrary, it's been in heavy rotation at my apartment for a couple weeks.No, I'm anxious because each listen alters my opinion a little. Van Etten's songs kind of creep up on you; the more you're exposed, the more they unfold.
For example, let's take the first single, Serpents:
How great is that track? Van Etten rocks harder here than she does on the rest of the record -- though, like I said, multiple listens reveal a dark tale of an abusive (or, at the very least, unhappy) relationship.
"When I write, it's to heal," Van Etten said in a recent interview. "It's my own self-therapy so that I don't actually feel sad all of the time. The only thing that's helped me get through some really hard times was just being able to write and express -- it's very cathartic for me."
On other tunes, like Ask or Leonard, the musician takes her time and the pain is more palpable. Despite the introspective content, though, Van Etten's songs are a pure pleasure to behold.
Produced by The National's Aaron DessnerTramp features a bunch of guest artists, including Beirut's Zach CondonWye Oak's Jenn Wasner. This week she embarks on an extensive tour
At times Van Etten reminds me of Kristin Hersh, though others have likened her to Neko Case. Expect to hear more from her in the coming months -- until then, the dense and delicate Tramp should keep you fairly occupied.
Recent music recs:
Hospitality: Hospitality
Yuksek: Living on the Edge of Time
Jessie Baylin: Little Spark
Alex Chilton: 1970 Sessions
2:35 PMIf you follow Kevin Smith's movies, podcasts or other projects, then you know the writer/director is fond of employing his friends.
With his latest effort, the AMC reality series Comic Book Men, Smith allows cameras inside the comic-book shop he owns, Jay and Silent Bob's Secret Stash, in Red Bank, N.J. Some of its employees have known Smith for more than 20 years.
Today the Comic Book Men cast spoke to press in New York about the show, which Smith summarized as "Pawn Stars in a comic-book store." While Smith did most of the talking, it appeared the rest of the gang is ready for prime-time.Though each episode intersperses Smith's commentary, much of the action takes place within the shop, which opened in the late '90s. Customers stroll in to chat and try to sell their geeky collectibles.
"You're definitely gonna see stuff you had as a kid," Smith said of the items. "It's an instant time machine."
One criticism of the show has been its all-male cast (not to mention the title, which excludes comics-lovin' ladies like myself). Smith insisted that "doesn't mean there are no chicks on the show," adding that all of the employees happen to be male.
"This is the reality. These dudes work here," he said, before noting that he also owns the copyright to the title Comic Book Women
Comic Book Men premieres Feb. 12 at 10 p.m. ET -- a pretty sweet time slot, considering it comes after one of AMC's biggest hits.
They put us after !" Smith said. "If we don't score there, we won't score anywhere."
A preview:
12:01 PMToday The Beat points out that one of the most intriguing flicks on this year's South by Southwest lineup, Wonder Women!, is having trouble getting completed.
Subtitled The Untold Story of American Superheroines, the flick runs through "the history of the universe as told by Wonder Woman." Translation: It's all about female heroes, and we can never have enough of those.
Gloria SteinemLynda CarterKathleen Hanna are a few of the powerful personalities who contribute to the doc.
Right now filmmakers Kristy Guevara-Flanagan and Kelcey Edwards are about $9,000 short of their $15,000 goal, so if you want to help 'em out, head to Kickstarter. They're offering cool incentives to donate, including signed DVDs, T-shirts, toys and posters.
The trailer:
Today marks the bicentennial of Charles Dickens' birth. Festivities are being held worldwide in honor of the author, who became one of the first pop-culture celebrities
Here are a few ways you can celebrate Dickens' life and work today:
1. Enjoy this Dickensian Google doodle:
2. Watch a video about the Charles Dickens Museum, located in London.
Take a video tour of Dickens' London, led by Simon Callow.
4. Learn 10 things you didn't know about the author, including the fact that he owned a fake bookcase with a secret door.
5. Check out some well-known Dickens quotes. (Example: "Electric communication will never be a substitute for the face of someone who with their soul encourages another person to be brave and true.")
6. Take a look at the desk Dickens may have used when he was a boy.7. Embark on a virtual tour of the new "Dickens at 200" exhibit at New York's Morgan Library & Museum.
8. Take this challenging Dickens quiz
9. Read a chapter of Great Expectations or Oliver Twist online.
10. Stream Biography's Charles Dickens episode on Netflix.
And finally ...
Consult www.dickens2012.org to locate Dickens-related events in your area.
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07 Feb ' 08:10
2012-02-0710:30 AMWhile we don't have any Oscar releases this week, I think there may be a flick or two you'd like to check out:
Release o' the week: Downton Abbey: Season 2. Strangely, the series' second season is available before the last two episodes have even aired. Go ahead, treat yourself.The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 1. I watched this last weekend, and it was so terrible I couldn't tear myself away. I won't spoil anything, but let's just say Bella does everything any sane, ambitious young woman wouldn't do. ( This title releases Feb. 11.)
A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas. Celebrate the high holidays with our favorite White Castle fans.
Project Nim. This documentary spotlights the chimpanzee who became the subject of a famous 1970s study
Also out:Anonymous, Fireflies in the Garden, Father Dowling Mysteries: The First Season, The Rebound, The Sunset Limited, A Warrior's Heart, Fred 2: Night of the Living Fred, More Business of Being Born
Blu-ray highlight: Lady and the Tramp, Love Story and Dangerous Liasons are all out on Blu-ray today!
Related news: My Week with Marilyn is scheduled for a March 13 release.
Next week: The Rum Diary arrives.
9:45 AMThere are supposedly more than 950 variations to Fox's new interactive video for Hey Girl, New Girl's full-length theme song.
Wanna make Zooey Deschanel dance? Fall down? Have a pillow fight? Look cute? (OK, that's a given.) Check out the clip. I was pleasantly surprised by the tune, which normally only lasts about 10 seconds.
A new episode of New Girl airs tonight at 9 p.m. ET.
This morning we saw the new trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man, which may affect your desire to see the flick when it opens July 3. Or does it?
Today's pic comes from Dave Z. in Springville, N.Y.:
"My wife and I were in Vermont, hiking along a nature trail by Lake Shaftsbury, when we came across a bench with a picture of Andre the Giant. It was an odd thing in the middle of the woods, but it made us smile!"
Good morning! I've got a busy day ahead that includes a fun lunchtime event (more on that later), but for now I'm all yours with some headlines:
the new trailer for
- The actor who played George A. Romero's first zombie has died
- Check out the Easter eggs in that Ferris Bueller ad.
- People have been adding their own art to Mad Men subway posters.
HeroesSendhil Ramamurthy is coming to The Office
- What's up with that crazy romantic developmentParks and Recreation?
Mark WaidIrredeemable and Incorruptible are stopping publication in May. Dang, I really like those books.
Simpsons toys have been banned in Iran- Poor Uggie from The Artist is suffering from a mysterious illness
- We won't be hearing Man or Muppet at the Oscars.
embarks on a world tour in May.
- Here are the top 10 non-Charles Dickens books for Dickens fans.
R.E.M. fans are still trying to save the railroad trestle that appears on the Murmur album.
's Lady Edith talks about the show
- What should we expect on upcoming episodes of How I Met Your Mother?
- Here are 50 things you didn't know about Axl Rose (though some "facts" might be debatable).
- Ha, Ted Mosby has a "Rate My Professor" page
- Hey, it's the real-life Cartman
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06 Feb ' 15:30
1:45 PMAs you know, I'm a big fan of documentaries, so I was especially interested in a new competition that challenges folks to create their own. The hardest part of the contest: Films must be completed in just five days.
The International Documentary Challenge has been running for seven years now, awarding cash prizes to some of the best films under seven minutes. Over on its site, you can watch past entries; some of my picks include this one about "urban fishing" and this square-dancing doc
Registration is open now, but the film must be made from March 1-5. To ensure no one cheats, filmmakers will be assigned specific themes.
Top films will screen at the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival (that's the largest doc fest in North America) and on the Documentary Channel. Winners are awarded up to $1,500.
1:01 PMI should've known that by clicking on a Walking Dead link I'd encounter something unsettling.
We're less than a week away from the return of the AMC series, and the anticipation is building by the hour. A new promotion uses Facebook Connect to create a "customized video experience" that follows an escape out of an abandoned police station.
Head to Facebook (and sign in) to try it. Warning: The video might make you a little jumpy for the rest of the day.
The Walking Dead returns Feb. 12 at 9 p.m. ET.
12:15 PMNote: In the Pop Traveler, Pop Candy readers name their city's top pop-culture hot spots/events. Wanna write about your town? Holler at popcandy@usatoday.com
By BIG BUSINESS, Special Correspondent for Pop Candy
Eleven ways that Cleveland rocks:
Michael Symon restaurants. The James Beard Award-winning chef brings a lot of pride and excitement to the restaurant landscape in Cleveland. Lola Bistro is the signature restaurant, but for a fun lunch, the B-Spot is a great place to just get a burger and fries. I love the Lola Burger at B-Spot -- fried egg on top, yum!
Beachland Ballroom. This concert club is a former Croatian ballroom and Cleveland landmark. The two-stage venue hosts up-and-coming local bands like The Suede Brothers, Afternoon Naps, bears and Cloud Nothings; regional performers and national acts.I always wanted to have a story where I saw a band before they were famous. I saw Vampire Weekend before they blew up for $8 in front of 30 people at The Beachland. The menu is good, too: I like my pinto-and-cheese burrito chased with a Great Lakes Brewing Company Eliot Ness. They're also famous for their Sunday brunch!
The Christmas Story house. Located in Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood, 'twas where they filmed the exterior and some interior shots from the holiday classic A Christmas Story. The house was restored and opened as a tourist attraction in 2006. It's hard not to want to run through the backyard shooting a BB gun when the tour is over.
West Side Market. You can buy small portions of items to eat while you stroll through the more than 100 vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables, fine meats, seafood, baked goods, dairy and cheese.
You may have seen this place on TV, as Anthony Bourdain was here and scarfed down a gyro from Steve's Gyros. Also, Michael Symon appeared on the Food Network show The Best Thing I Ever Ate to express his love of the beef jerky from J&J Meats.
The champagne brand Moet & Chandon is holding a competition to find the best Oscar cocktail, and the winning drink will be served at the Governors Ball after the ceremony. I think that's a pretty great prize in itself, but the winner also will receive tickets to a behind-the-scenes "Oscar weekend" with bleacher seats on the red carpet, tickets to an official viewing party and more.
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06 Feb ' 08:35
2012-02-0611:20 AMI love to drink (the secret's out!), but I'm terrible at inventing cocktails. If you consider yourself somewhat of a mixologist, you may wanna enter this contest:
The champagne brand Moet & Chandon is holding a competition to find the best Oscar cocktail, and the winning drink will be served at the Governors Ball after the ceremony. I think that's a pretty great prize in itself, but the winner will also receive tickets to a behind-the-scenes "Oscar weekend" with bleacher seats on the red carpet, tickets to an official viewing party and more.To enter, head to http://oscarcontest.moet.com and submit your recipe and a photo. (Don't forget it has to include Moet & Chandon champagne.) The winner will be determined by the number of "likes" received and a panel of experts.
If you submit something, please let us know so we can vote for you. Good luck!
10:45 AMEven though our Ad Meter shows Bud Light and Doritos commercials getting the most love last night, my favorite Super Bowl spot is still Honda's Ferris Bueller spoof. (I guess it lost a little traction by being revealed so early.)
AkooTV has done the inevitable and placed the ad side by side with clips from the 1986 film. The two match up more than I thought they would:
10:12 AMNote: This post describes what happened on last night's Downton Abbey, so skip it if you're not caught up!
The war only lasted six episodes on Downton Abbey, but that was long enough to wreak havoc on the household. This week the violent era finally came to an end and ushered in what Lord Grantham called the "dawn of a new age."
But first ...
Unfortunately, much of the hour revolved around the dreadful Mr. Carlisle, who reveals his plans to buy a nearby estate and steal Mr. Carson from Downton. Worried about Mary's closeness with Matthew, Carlisle also returns with Lavinia, who is probably being paid to remain by Matthew's side.
Showing his true colors, Carlisle tells Mary, "You have given me the power to destroy you. ... Don't cross me."
Meanwhile, a mysterious burn victim arrives at the house and claims to be Patrick Crawley, the heir everyone had believed to be dead. Although Edith believes his story, the rest of the household maintains doubts, and Patrick disappears before the issue is ever resolved.
As for our pal Mr. Bates, something strange is afoot from the get-go, when he's called to London to deal with the pesky Mrs. Bates. Shortly after returning with scratches on his face, Bates receives a telegram informing him Mrs. Bates has died. (From the look on her face, it appears to be murder.)
Other happenings:
- The father of Ethel's baby is dead. Will all of this drama result in her rehiring at Downton?
- Lord Grantham is certainly enjoying new maid Jane ... a little too much. Will he dare stray from his wife?
- Cousin Isobel, to the Dowager Countess' delight, decides she must aid war refugees and stop running the recovery center at Downton. Will the house return to "normal" with her gone?
- Last, but certainly not least, is the offhand remark Matthew makes about feeling something. Could a miracle set him on his feet again?
What's ahead for the gang next week? Will Sybil go off with Branson? Will Mr. Bates and Anna finally be together? Will Mr. Carson change his mind? Feel free to discuss, and watch the full episode at PBS.org
9:15 AMLast night presented a medley of her hits (and one new tune) during the Super Bowl halftime show. Did she live up to the hype? Vote in today's poll ...
8:46 AMToday's pic comes from Phil P. in Novato, Calif.:
"While flying back to the San Francisco Bay Area from Los Angeles on a United flight, I happened to look out of my window and saw these very strange and exotic linear clouds around the Monterey Peninsula," he says. "They really gave me a sense of the ocean eternally rolling toward the coast."
Do you have a photo you'd like to share? Send it to popcandy@usatoday.com with your name, city and a brief description!
8:01 AMHappy Monday! I hope you didn't overdo it during the Super Bowl -- last night I hung out with friends and paid little attention to everything except the super-slick (but well-executed) halftime show.
Let's wake up with a few headlines:
- Check out our annual Ad Meter to watch all the Super Bowl ads.
- Don't miss the new footage in the Avengers trailerWill Ferrell appeared in a Super Bowl ad that only aired in Nebraska
Madonnahalftime show
ratings have hit a series low
- The Amazing Spider-Man website has been updated with new photos.
- A Soul Train flash mob honored Don Cornelius on Saturday.
Selma Blair will star in Charlie Sheen's new TV series.
- This Just Like Honey cover compilation benefits the organization Breast Cancer Care
Matt Pinfield lists his favorite music venues in New York.
- What are the greatest books of all time, according to 125 authors?
Kevin Smith says he passed on Before Watchmen
Anthony Bourdain reveals his Oscar picks
- Watch a new Magnetic Fields video
Bon Iver declined to play at the Grammys.
- R.I.P., Ben Gazzara
Jason Segel picked up his Hasty Pudding pot
ScrubsSarah Chalke has signed on to a new comedy
- And finally, anytime something tries to be "the new Lost," it inevitably fails.
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04 Feb ' 00:23
3:59 PMSorry today's photo came a little late, but it's still rather timely:
The pic comes courtesy of Pop reader Rachel H.
"I made blue velvet cupcakes to celebrate my favorite team and cheer them as they once again become Super Bowl champions!" she says. Rachel posted the recipe on her blog, if you're interested.
Do you have a photo you'd like to share? Send it to popcandy@usatoday.com with your name, city and a brief description!
3:33 PMThis week I spent a lot of time daydreaming about Downton Abbey, but I did try to make some time for other pop-culture delights. My current faves:
1. Bill Murray -- This week's TV highlight for me was catching Murray on The Late Show with David Letterman. Compare his latest appearance with the one he made on Dave's first show in 1982, and you'll see the guy has still got it.
2. Philip Glass -- This week the composer celebrated his 75th birthday by debuting his Ninth Symphony at Carnegie Hall. To learn more about him, I highly recommend the documentary Glass, which shows him making everything from music to pizza.
3. Pee-wee Herman -- On Wednesday Mr. Reubens livened up what has been a rather dull season of Top Chef. (I'm not sure how the contestants kept from crying.)
4. iStain -- Finally, there's an app that helps me remove more than 100 types of stains! And I swear I'm not being sarcastic here.
5. Kristen Bell -- The actress' sloth freakout was the most adorable thing I watched all week. And shame on Ellen for teasing her like that!
6. A Walk in the Woods -- I realize Bill Bryson's amazing book about the Appalachian Trail came out, like, six years ago, but I just read it for the first time. Now I want to read everything he has written! This man is my new hero.
7. Sandra Bernhard -- I might as well put her on this list every week. Last night Bernhard was absolutely spectacular during Julie Klausner's live performance of How Was Your Week?, capping a hilarious monologue with a lovely rendition of Wichita Lineman. She noted that she'd love her own Bravo show; I'd be the first to sign that petition.
8. Matthew Broderick -- It was cool to see the actor get some attention this week for his Super Bowl ad. Maybe next year we'll see a special appearance by Cameron.
9. George Clooney -- "I really wish you were kind of a d--k, but you're not," Jon Stewart said to Brad Pitt this week on The Daily Show. The same sentiment could be applied to Clooney, an actor who seems impossible to dislike, as evidenced on his charming two-hour Inside the Actors Studio interview.
10. Married to the Eiffel Tower -- This might to be too "out there" for a lot of people, but I was riveted by this documentary that interviews people who have romantic relationships with inanimate objects. I will never look at the Empire State Building the same way again.
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03 Feb ' 11:35
2012-02-031:58 PMThis week we mourned the death of the great Don Cornelius, creator and host of Soul Train
Only a couple days after Cornelius' death, the indie band Guards released its new video, which serves as a tribute of sorts.
Says the band in a statement:
We have always wanted to do an homage music video to the legendary show Soul Train. We thought the concept of matching our rock music to the Soul Train line would make for an entertaining contrast. ... (Don) Cornelius is a legend, and he brought so much fun into our homes for generations. You shall be greatly missed around the world, Don Cornelius, but your legend will forever live on until the end of time. As Don would say, 'Love, Peace, and Soul!'
Check out the inspired clip for Do It Again:
To see the "Soul Train line" in all its glory, here's a clip of dancers boogie-ing to The O'Jays' Love Train in 1973:
1:06 PMOK, so maybe I didn't think Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie was the most, er, stimulating film of the year. (So far reviews have been mixed.)
Nevertheless, I encourage you to form your own opinions by watching the flick on iTunes, on demand or YouTube
Yesterday the comedy duo answered fans' questions during a live chat. Said Tim Heidecker: "We need every man on Earth to watch our film -- twice."
The guys also addressed why Todd Barry isn't in the movie and joked about their upcoming "-related sketch show for HBO."
The whole thing lasts about 30 minutes, if you wanna check it out:
10:50 AMRegardless of whether I'll be watching the Big Game on Sunday, there's a pretty good chance I'll be eating pizza and snacks.
This year Papa John's is running a slightly crazy promotion that could result in thousands of free pizzas delivered nationwide.
Here's how it works: If the coin toss lands on "heads," the chain will give every member of its "Papa Rewards" program a free large one-topping pizza and a 2-liter Pepsi Max.
To be eligible to win, you have to enroll in the rewards program by Sunday at 6 p.m. ET. If the coin lands on heads, you'll receive an e-mail Feb. 6 with instructions on how to get your free pie. (Yeah, sadly, you can't get the freebie during the game.)
Fun fact: During last year's Super Bowl, the company set a single-day sales record by selling more than 1 million pizzas. That's a whole lotta cheese.
10:15 AMEarlier this week I was seduced by George Clooney when he appeared on Inside the Actors Studio
This morning I was seduced by Zooey Deschanel as she covered The Carpenters' Yesterday Once More. Watch if you haven't already:
9:47 AMUnfortunately, we've been having some technical issues this morning, so the Photo of the Day will come a little later.
But for now, vote in today's Super Bowl-themed poll ...
8:04 AMHappy Friday, everybody! Last night I stepped out to see comedian/podcaster Julie Klausner's excellent live show, which featured appearances by Sandra BernhardIra GlassTed LeoTom Scharpling. I laughed, I cheered, I ate free snacks. If you aren't listening to her podcast, How Was Your Week?, you're really missing out.
A few headlines:
the new trailer for The Hunger Games
Dave Grohldeveloping a comedy for FX.
- Bravo has renewed Top Chef
Donald GloverMichael McDonald get animated for a new 30 Rock webisode
Maybe now people will stop making fun of singer Lana Del Rey
Patton Oswalt is headed to Two and a Half Men
Kristen Schaal talks about appearing on 30 Rock
Here's an update on the Munsters remake.
Sarah Silverman is working on an NBC comedy pilot
Back to the Future going to become a musical
- The lineup for the Sasquatch music festival has been announced.
- Read The Advocatefeature about Madonna
- Preview the first Adventure Time comic
- Lizzy CaplanMichael Sheen are attached to a new Showtime pilotMasters of Sex
- This guy does a pretty good job singing the Simpsons theme by himself.
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02 Feb ' 23:17
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