"The Simpsons" is arguably the best American TV show of all time, a long-running masterpiece of the medium that has forever changed TV and animation. Part of why the series has managed to remain popular after so many decades and even have a resurgence in quality recently is the show's characters and world. Springfield feels very much like a real, breathing place full of memorable individuals. Indeed, there are so many noteworthy personalities on the show that we once ranked the best one-off "Simpsons" characters and still had to ignore dozens of them. The series can even support episodes where the main cast is nowhere to be seen and they still end up being some of the best "Simpsons" episodes ever.
Among the many excellent and memorable characters that populate Springfield is Bumblebee Man. While he may appear to be little more than another racially insensitive caricature like Apu on the surface,...
Among the many excellent and memorable characters that populate Springfield is Bumblebee Man. While he may appear to be little more than another racially insensitive caricature like Apu on the surface,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
"What state is Springfield in?" is a question almost every "The Simpsons" fan has asked, desperate to bring the characters a bit closer to reality. It's also a question with no answer (unlike the recently-answered question of how Homer Simpson keeps his job).
The book "The Springfield Confidential" -- an inside look at "The Simpsons" by former showrunner Mike Reiss (with help from Mathew Klickstein) -- explains the origin of Springfield's name. Creator Matt Groening chose it because it was such a common and generic name for American towns. Springfield was also the name of the town in the 1950s sitcom "Father Knows Best," which likewise treated its setting as "Anytown, USA."
"I was thrilled because I imagined that [Springfield in 'Father Knows Best'] was the town next to Portland, [Oregon], my hometown. When I grew up, I realized it was just a fictitious name," Groening recounted.
Aside from Oregon, here are some other notable Springfields in the United States.
The book "The Springfield Confidential" -- an inside look at "The Simpsons" by former showrunner Mike Reiss (with help from Mathew Klickstein) -- explains the origin of Springfield's name. Creator Matt Groening chose it because it was such a common and generic name for American towns. Springfield was also the name of the town in the 1950s sitcom "Father Knows Best," which likewise treated its setting as "Anytown, USA."
"I was thrilled because I imagined that [Springfield in 'Father Knows Best'] was the town next to Portland, [Oregon], my hometown. When I grew up, I realized it was just a fictitious name," Groening recounted.
Aside from Oregon, here are some other notable Springfields in the United States.
- 3/24/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Much of America breathed a sigh of relief as former U.S. Representative George Santos was expelled from Congress this week. As the list of alleged crimes grew to the point that not even a slim GOP majority was worth keeping him around for, there’s only one person who lost more than Santos himself: Bowen Yang. Because Saturday Night Live‘s cold open this week might be the last time Yang gets to play the cartoonishly dishonest congressperson.
The sketch opens with Wolf Blitzer as played by Sarah Sherman, who gets some sharp digs in at Elon Musk before throwing to a press conference.
The sketch opens with Wolf Blitzer as played by Sarah Sherman, who gets some sharp digs in at Elon Musk before throwing to a press conference.
- 12/3/2023
- by Robert Clarke-Chan
- TVLine.com
David Fincher is one of the most important filmmakers of his generation – endlessly praised, shamelessly ripped off and somehow still undervalued (He still hasn’t won a Best Director Oscar).
His work conjures up darkened hallways, dogged detectives and crazed killers. The word “Fincherian” has come to describe something twisted and somehow beautiful. As an artist he frequently pushes the boundaries of what is possible technologically, while also playing with the comfort level of his audience. If it doesn’t feel a little bit dangerous, is it even a David Fincher movie?
With “The Killer,” in theaters now and on Netflix on November 10, Fincher takes us on another wild journey, this time alongside a sardonic hit man (Michael Fassbender). In celebration of “The Killer,” we thought we’d look back at his entire filmography. It’s a journey as dark and labyrinthine as anything the filmmaker could cook up.
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His work conjures up darkened hallways, dogged detectives and crazed killers. The word “Fincherian” has come to describe something twisted and somehow beautiful. As an artist he frequently pushes the boundaries of what is possible technologically, while also playing with the comfort level of his audience. If it doesn’t feel a little bit dangerous, is it even a David Fincher movie?
With “The Killer,” in theaters now and on Netflix on November 10, Fincher takes us on another wild journey, this time alongside a sardonic hit man (Michael Fassbender). In celebration of “The Killer,” we thought we’d look back at his entire filmography. It’s a journey as dark and labyrinthine as anything the filmmaker could cook up.
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- 10/30/2023
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Linda Blair cemented her place in cinematic history with her role as Regan in 1973's "The Exorcist." She played a young girl possessed by a demon, and her performance proved so shocking that audiences didn't know how to react. "People were running up the aisles and into the lobby, some of them making it out to the street before vomiting, while others did it en route," Nat Segaloff wrote in his book "The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear" (via The New York Post).
Blair reprised her role in "Exorcist II: The Heretic," and when Ellen Burstyn returned for 2023's "The Exorcist: Believer," many fans wondered if Blair would follow. Director David Gordon Green told Fandango that she consulted on the film, specifically advising new stars Lidya Jewett and Olivia O'Neill on how to deal with the troublesome subject matter. "She was very helpful in trying to navigate the psychology of our young talent,...
Blair reprised her role in "Exorcist II: The Heretic," and when Ellen Burstyn returned for 2023's "The Exorcist: Believer," many fans wondered if Blair would follow. Director David Gordon Green told Fandango that she consulted on the film, specifically advising new stars Lidya Jewett and Olivia O'Neill on how to deal with the troublesome subject matter. "She was very helpful in trying to navigate the psychology of our young talent,...
- 10/7/2023
- by Eric Langberg
- Slash Film
Rick Springfield is feeling good ahead of his 74th birthday.
The Australian-American musician is set to celebrate his special day on August 23 and recently told Et Canada’s Brittnee Blair that it’s important to him to try and stay as healthy as possible.
He said of whether he was in “the best shape” of his life, “I don’t know about that. I was pretty spry when I was 19, but I’m trying.”
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Springfield added, “It was a great time being young. I miss it. But I try and stay healthy because I can keep playing and I can keep doing everything that I want to do if I’m healthy.
“Health has always been number one for me before anything. I work out every day and I try to eat clean...
The Australian-American musician is set to celebrate his special day on August 23 and recently told Et Canada’s Brittnee Blair that it’s important to him to try and stay as healthy as possible.
He said of whether he was in “the best shape” of his life, “I don’t know about that. I was pretty spry when I was 19, but I’m trying.”
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Springfield added, “It was a great time being young. I miss it. But I try and stay healthy because I can keep playing and I can keep doing everything that I want to do if I’m healthy.
“Health has always been number one for me before anything. I work out every day and I try to eat clean...
- 8/14/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Jenny Lewis has never had trouble expressing herself. On Joy’All’s “Puppy and a Truck,” she sings, “My 40s are kicking my ass … and handing them to me in a margarita glass.” Even before she split with her indie-rock group Rilo Kiley a decade ago, she’d assumed a persona that’s one part Dusty Springfield, another part Linda Ronstadt, and one more of Mary Richards (shake gently and sprinkle in a dash of Gram Parsons to taste.) She has always sounded a little down on her luck, and...
- 6/8/2023
- by Kory Grow
- Rollingstone.com
Lizzo will be stopping by The Simpsons for the Fox series’ Season 34 finale on May 21st, and the Grammy-winning singer has previewed her appearance with an animated jam featuring Springfield’s prodigious saxophonist, Lisa.
In a message via Instagram, Lizzo shared, “Every Icon has been on @thesimpsons — now I can add my name to the list! Thank you to the whole team for making this a dream come true.” She also shouted out her animated counterpart’s personalized details, which include a blue fit from her shapewear brand Yitty as well as her trusty flute, Sasha.
A separate post from Sasha Flute’s individual account declared, “Im Officially The Most Famous Flute In D World,” and showcased the accomplished flautist riffing on the show’s iconic theme music with Lisa on saxophone and Bart laying down a “fire” beat with rhythmic slaps to Homer’s face. Though the hapless patriarch...
In a message via Instagram, Lizzo shared, “Every Icon has been on @thesimpsons — now I can add my name to the list! Thank you to the whole team for making this a dream come true.” She also shouted out her animated counterpart’s personalized details, which include a blue fit from her shapewear brand Yitty as well as her trusty flute, Sasha.
A separate post from Sasha Flute’s individual account declared, “Im Officially The Most Famous Flute In D World,” and showcased the accomplished flautist riffing on the show’s iconic theme music with Lisa on saxophone and Bart laying down a “fire” beat with rhythmic slaps to Homer’s face. Though the hapless patriarch...
- 5/15/2023
- by Bryan Kress
- Consequence - Music
After the surprising rise and appallingly steady excellence of The Simpsons’ first decade, many long-time supporters felt the show would have gone out on top if it ended around 2001-2002. The late 1990s era was hit with a traumatic loss with the death of comic genius Phil Hartman. After a pay dispute, voice actress Maggie Roswell left from 1999 to 2002, resulting in the death of the Maude Flanders in the episode “Alone Again, Natura-Diddily.” But the first cracks in the series’ “Golden Age” appeared when Principal Skinner was redacted and retrofitted for “The Principal and the Pauper,” from season 9. It was seen as a major copout.
With Beavis and Butt-Head amping up cartoons on MTV, Fox had a new dangerous animated show on the block, Family Guy. But with every breakthrough, South Park would point out how “The Simpsons already did it.” Knowing this, The Simpsons softened the sharp-edged animation (moving...
With Beavis and Butt-Head amping up cartoons on MTV, Fox had a new dangerous animated show on the block, Family Guy. But with every breakthrough, South Park would point out how “The Simpsons already did it.” Knowing this, The Simpsons softened the sharp-edged animation (moving...
- 5/7/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
This The Simpsons review contains spoilers.
The Simpsons Season 34 Episode 19
The Simpsons line up all their deductions in “Write Off This Episode.” The installment itself is about how Marge is seduced by the money, power, and glitz of big-time charitable fundraising, and begins with a longshot gimmick. The opening bit about Homer making big bets on unlikely odds may seem like a jab at what Kent Brockman calls “degenerate gamblers,” but it is also vaguely tied to the point spread on corporate gain and tax dodges. It all begins and ends with an unexpected and necessary cleanup.
Nobody wants to go down to the basement, The Ramones wrote a classic song about it. There’s always something down there, and Homer’s got to go into the crawl space under the house. After blindly passing over the rotting remains of an old handyman, Homer’s take on ghosts and the...
The Simpsons Season 34 Episode 19
The Simpsons line up all their deductions in “Write Off This Episode.” The installment itself is about how Marge is seduced by the money, power, and glitz of big-time charitable fundraising, and begins with a longshot gimmick. The opening bit about Homer making big bets on unlikely odds may seem like a jab at what Kent Brockman calls “degenerate gamblers,” but it is also vaguely tied to the point spread on corporate gain and tax dodges. It all begins and ends with an unexpected and necessary cleanup.
Nobody wants to go down to the basement, The Ramones wrote a classic song about it. There’s always something down there, and Homer’s got to go into the crawl space under the house. After blindly passing over the rotting remains of an old handyman, Homer’s take on ghosts and the...
- 5/1/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Even if longtime fans of "The Simpsons" have fallen away from their love of the series in recent years, the "Treehouse of Horror" episodes typically have the power to bring them back. Every Halloween for over 30 years, "The Simpsons" has delivered an ongoing series of anthology shorts that take inspiration from horror, sci-fi, and fantasy genres. Acting as "The Simpsons" version of "The Twilight Zone" or "The Outer Limits," each episode contains a few shorts that find Springfield's finest caught up in some kind of unbelievable story. It should come as no surprise that some of the great moments in Simpsons history comes from these episodes, and the recent passing of controversial talk show host Jerry Springer just reminded us of one of those hilarious bits.
During the tenth season of "The Simpsons" in October 1998, writer David X. Cohen (who would go on to co-create the brilliant "Futurama") gave us the segment "Starship Poopers.
During the tenth season of "The Simpsons" in October 1998, writer David X. Cohen (who would go on to co-create the brilliant "Futurama") gave us the segment "Starship Poopers.
- 4/27/2023
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
In the 1960s, a number of celebrated musicians were arrested by Detective Sergeant Norman Pilcher. He became so notorious in the music world that The Beatles included a jab at him in one of his songs. Here are six musicians who Pilcher arrested.
Victor Kelaher and Norman Pilcher | Roy Illingworth/Mirrorpix/Getty Images Mick Jagger and Keith Richards
In 1967, Pilcher led a team of police officers in a raid on Keith Richards’ home. A party was taking place, and Richards, Mick Jagger, and Marianne Faithfull were all on acid when the police arrived.
“There’s a knock at the door, I look through the window and there’s this whole lot of dwarves outside, but they’re all wearing the same clothes! They were policemen, but I didn’t know it,” Richards wrote in his memoir, Life. “They just looked like very small people wearing dark blue with shiny bits and helmets.
Victor Kelaher and Norman Pilcher | Roy Illingworth/Mirrorpix/Getty Images Mick Jagger and Keith Richards
In 1967, Pilcher led a team of police officers in a raid on Keith Richards’ home. A party was taking place, and Richards, Mick Jagger, and Marianne Faithfull were all on acid when the police arrived.
“There’s a knock at the door, I look through the window and there’s this whole lot of dwarves outside, but they’re all wearing the same clothes! They were policemen, but I didn’t know it,” Richards wrote in his memoir, Life. “They just looked like very small people wearing dark blue with shiny bits and helmets.
- 4/19/2023
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Rick Springfield was a massive music star in the ’80s, but even he had to bow to his record label’s demands. In 1975, executives shelved one of his albums for being too “suggestive.” But the “Jessie’s Girl” singer’s previously unreleased classic rock songs will soon go public.
Rick Springfield found success with pop-rock songs and albums Rick Springfield performs at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Feb. 18, 2023, in Las Vegas | Bryan Steffy/Getty Images for Keep Memory Alive
Springfield began his music career at 13 years old when he learned to play the guitar. As a teen, he performed in various bands and finally found success with the pop-rock group Zoot. Despite releasing a handful of songs, the band broke up in 1971.
Springfield soon launched his solo career with his debut single, “Speak to the Sky.” He also released a few albums with Columbia Records, including 1973’s Comic Book Heroes and 1974’s Mission: Magic!
Rick Springfield found success with pop-rock songs and albums Rick Springfield performs at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Feb. 18, 2023, in Las Vegas | Bryan Steffy/Getty Images for Keep Memory Alive
Springfield began his music career at 13 years old when he learned to play the guitar. As a teen, he performed in various bands and finally found success with the pop-rock group Zoot. Despite releasing a handful of songs, the band broke up in 1971.
Springfield soon launched his solo career with his debut single, “Speak to the Sky.” He also released a few albums with Columbia Records, including 1973’s Comic Book Heroes and 1974’s Mission: Magic!
- 4/1/2023
- by India McCarty
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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Simpsons superfans can kick up their feet with Springfield’s most famous animated family. The long-running (and sometimes psychic) TV series has teamed with Happy Socks on a colorful collection of organic cotton accessories.
Available in adults and kids sizes ($18 per pair), the Simpsons x Happy Socks range stars Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie and Krusty the Klown in eye-popping patterns, plus fun prints of the show’s iconic clouds and munchies (like donuts, Buzz cola and the Kwik-e-Mart’s Squishee drink). The collaboration also includes two- to four-pair gift sets ($30 to $72).
Recently renewed for its 35th and 36th seasons, the Fox show’s past seasons can be streamed on Disney+ and the latest episodes from season 34 are on Hulu. If you’re looking to cut...
Simpsons superfans can kick up their feet with Springfield’s most famous animated family. The long-running (and sometimes psychic) TV series has teamed with Happy Socks on a colorful collection of organic cotton accessories.
Available in adults and kids sizes ($18 per pair), the Simpsons x Happy Socks range stars Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie and Krusty the Klown in eye-popping patterns, plus fun prints of the show’s iconic clouds and munchies (like donuts, Buzz cola and the Kwik-e-Mart’s Squishee drink). The collaboration also includes two- to four-pair gift sets ($30 to $72).
Recently renewed for its 35th and 36th seasons, the Fox show’s past seasons can be streamed on Disney+ and the latest episodes from season 34 are on Hulu. If you’re looking to cut...
- 2/21/2023
- by Danielle Directo-Meston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
This The Simpsons review contains spoilers.
The Simpsons Season 34 Episode 12
The Simpsons season 34 episode 12 “My Life as a Vlog,” highlights the family’s addiction to clickbait, which could be seen as a grasp for relevancy in an Instagram world, but is really a ratings grab because YouTube is easier to satirize and monetize. It’s not quite the latest thing, but it’s not passe, and it’s more fun to navigate.
“My Life as a Vlog” resembles “Lisa the Boy Scout,” because it is pieced together by snippets of the interconnecting, but standalone, clips which propel the Simpson family into a viral sensation, so much so their ratings move the family to a much bigger house. But the installment is presented as a reality show, because it allows more recognizable reference points, and The Simpsons have not yet had their fill of milking the tropes. It’s obviously designed to irritate,...
The Simpsons Season 34 Episode 12
The Simpsons season 34 episode 12 “My Life as a Vlog,” highlights the family’s addiction to clickbait, which could be seen as a grasp for relevancy in an Instagram world, but is really a ratings grab because YouTube is easier to satirize and monetize. It’s not quite the latest thing, but it’s not passe, and it’s more fun to navigate.
“My Life as a Vlog” resembles “Lisa the Boy Scout,” because it is pieced together by snippets of the interconnecting, but standalone, clips which propel the Simpson family into a viral sensation, so much so their ratings move the family to a much bigger house. But the installment is presented as a reality show, because it allows more recognizable reference points, and The Simpsons have not yet had their fill of milking the tropes. It’s obviously designed to irritate,...
- 1/2/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
It’s that time of the year again where “The Simpsons” gets spooky. “Treehouse of Horror Xxxiii” premiered this past Sunday night and with it came three spin-tingling tales set within the world of the longest-running animated sitcom.
First up, comes a segment clearly inspired by the talented Jennifer Kent’s The Babadook. Taking on a new form as “The Pookadook,” Marge reads Maggie a twisted children’s book that eventually summons a spectral creature. Much like the original film, the spirit of The Pookadook possesses Marge, driving her to try and kill Maggie in a deadly game of cat and mouse.
This segment features a lot of great visual gags, like the Pookadook shadow appearing behind Marge when she walks around, Maggie maneuvering around furniture to evade Marge’s deadly attacks, and the design of The Pookadook book itself. It’s nice to have a “Treehouse” segment that mainly...
First up, comes a segment clearly inspired by the talented Jennifer Kent’s The Babadook. Taking on a new form as “The Pookadook,” Marge reads Maggie a twisted children’s book that eventually summons a spectral creature. Much like the original film, the spirit of The Pookadook possesses Marge, driving her to try and kill Maggie in a deadly game of cat and mouse.
This segment features a lot of great visual gags, like the Pookadook shadow appearing behind Marge when she walks around, Maggie maneuvering around furniture to evade Marge’s deadly attacks, and the design of The Pookadook book itself. It’s nice to have a “Treehouse” segment that mainly...
- 11/1/2022
- by Noah Levine
- bloody-disgusting.com
This The Simpsons review contains spoilers.
The Simpsons Season 34 Episode 6
Double-dipping on the darkest of chocolate, The Simpsons season 34 presents a mixed bag of goodies for is annual Halloween offering. “Treehouse of Horror Xxxiii” is the second “Treehouse of Horror” production this year, after the full-episode parody of Stephen King’s It, called “Not It.” This is not a complaint, season 31 carved out a very welcome Thanksgiving of Horror, and as Matt Selman asked us, “Who doesn’t want more candy?” The biggest treat is the segments err on the side of frightening, but the trick is most of them involve some kind of book.
The Pookadook
The first page jumps right up at you, as does Marge and Maggie, who recognizes the malevolently inviting finger from Jennifer Kent’s 2014 popup-book horror flick The Babadook. Confined to the familiar household on Evergreen Terrace, the atmosphere does the source material justice.
The Simpsons Season 34 Episode 6
Double-dipping on the darkest of chocolate, The Simpsons season 34 presents a mixed bag of goodies for is annual Halloween offering. “Treehouse of Horror Xxxiii” is the second “Treehouse of Horror” production this year, after the full-episode parody of Stephen King’s It, called “Not It.” This is not a complaint, season 31 carved out a very welcome Thanksgiving of Horror, and as Matt Selman asked us, “Who doesn’t want more candy?” The biggest treat is the segments err on the side of frightening, but the trick is most of them involve some kind of book.
The Pookadook
The first page jumps right up at you, as does Marge and Maggie, who recognizes the malevolently inviting finger from Jennifer Kent’s 2014 popup-book horror flick The Babadook. Confined to the familiar household on Evergreen Terrace, the atmosphere does the source material justice.
- 10/31/2022
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Vulture Watch
Is it nearly time for another anniversary celebration for the Springfield clan? Has The Simpsons TV show been cancelled or renewed for a 35th season on Fox? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of The Simpsons, season 35. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Fox television network, The Simpsons TV show stars the voices of Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith, Hank Azaria, and Harry Shearer. Recurring players include Tress MacNeille and Pamela Hayden. Now the longest-running American sitcom in history, the show revolves around working stiff Homer Simpson (Castellaneta), his understanding blue-haired wife Marge (Kavner), delinquent son Bart (Cartwright), intellectual daughter Lisa...
Is it nearly time for another anniversary celebration for the Springfield clan? Has The Simpsons TV show been cancelled or renewed for a 35th season on Fox? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of The Simpsons, season 35. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Fox television network, The Simpsons TV show stars the voices of Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith, Hank Azaria, and Harry Shearer. Recurring players include Tress MacNeille and Pamela Hayden. Now the longest-running American sitcom in history, the show revolves around working stiff Homer Simpson (Castellaneta), his understanding blue-haired wife Marge (Kavner), delinquent son Bart (Cartwright), intellectual daughter Lisa...
- 10/11/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Stevie Nicks headlined the Friday night festivities at Eddie Vedder’s Ohana Festival, where she enlisted the Pearl Jam singer for a rendition of “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around.”
Before launching into the Tom Petty-penned classic, Nicks talked about how the Heartbreakers frontman offered her the Bella Donna song, which soon became the biggest single of her solo career.
Nicks and her band then broke into their rendition before midway through the first verse, and with no introduction, Vedder sauntered onstage to handle Petty’s vocals on the duet.
Before launching into the Tom Petty-penned classic, Nicks talked about how the Heartbreakers frontman offered her the Bella Donna song, which soon became the biggest single of her solo career.
Nicks and her band then broke into their rendition before midway through the first verse, and with no introduction, Vedder sauntered onstage to handle Petty’s vocals on the duet.
- 10/1/2022
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Exclusive: Ray Nicholson (Licorice Pizza), Elizabeth Lail (Mack & Rita), Leila George (Animal Kingdom) and Grammy winner Rick Springfield (Ricki and the Flash) have signed on for roles in Oscar and Emmy winner Patricia Arquette’s feature directorial debut, Gonzo Girl, based on the novel of the same name by Cheryl Della Pietra. The actors join an ensemble led by Camila Morrone, which also includes Willem Dafoe and Arquette, as we told you first.
The film currently in production in Utah is set in 1992 and follows aspiring writer Alley Russo (Morrone), who has an exciting new job as the assistant to legendary “gonzo journalist” Walker Reade (Dafoe), living in his compound/party house in Aspen. Under orders to help the famously chaotic Walker settle down to work on his long-promised latest blur of fact and fiction, Alley soon learns the truth: a lifetime of chronic substance abuse has chipped away at Walker’s writing ability,...
The film currently in production in Utah is set in 1992 and follows aspiring writer Alley Russo (Morrone), who has an exciting new job as the assistant to legendary “gonzo journalist” Walker Reade (Dafoe), living in his compound/party house in Aspen. Under orders to help the famously chaotic Walker settle down to work on his long-promised latest blur of fact and fiction, Alley soon learns the truth: a lifetime of chronic substance abuse has chipped away at Walker’s writing ability,...
- 8/17/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Having run for more than 30 years, "The Simpsons" has seen many writers come and go. One of the most acclaimed was John Swartzwelder, who wrote for the series from its first season to its fifteenth; his final episode was "The Regina Monologues," when the Simpsons family visits England and meets esteemed guest stars like then-Prime Minister Tony Blair and J.K. Rowling.
After leaving "The Simpsons" in 2003 (barring a brief return to help with "The Simpsons Movie" in 2007), Swartzwelder became a novelist. All this time, however, he's remained reclusive. He gave his first interview ever to The New Yorker in 2021. In the interview, Swartzwelder revealed the secret to writing Homer Simpson's character.
How To Write Homer Simpsons
It'd take far too much space to list every classic "Simpsons" episode which Swartzwelder wrote. However, some Homer-centric ones on his resume include "Homer The Vigilante," where Homer leads a task force to...
After leaving "The Simpsons" in 2003 (barring a brief return to help with "The Simpsons Movie" in 2007), Swartzwelder became a novelist. All this time, however, he's remained reclusive. He gave his first interview ever to The New Yorker in 2021. In the interview, Swartzwelder revealed the secret to writing Homer Simpson's character.
How To Write Homer Simpsons
It'd take far too much space to list every classic "Simpsons" episode which Swartzwelder wrote. However, some Homer-centric ones on his resume include "Homer The Vigilante," where Homer leads a task force to...
- 8/13/2022
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Even for fans who have fallen away from "The Simpsons" over the years, the annual "Treehouse of Horror" episodes featuring anthology stories inspired by horror and sci-fi are still a must-watch around Halloween. But did you know there's also an entire series of comic books featuring even more terrifying, fantastical, and hilarious adventures with Springfield's finest? The comic series began in 1995, launching with 23 issues published by Bongo Comics, all written by "The Simpsons" creator Matt Groening, and you'll soon be able to bring them home in a three-volume omnibus, starting with "The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Vol. 1: Scary Tales &...
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- 6/16/2022
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
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