After two months of mounting anticipation, the Bachelor in Paradise season 4 premiere is here — and it’s diving straight into Corinne Olympios and DeMario Jackson‘s sex scandal.
In case you’re not caught up, the beloved Bachelor/ette spin-off has placed alums in an elaborate game of romantic musical chairs in Mexico every summer since 2014. This season, however, things took a sharp turn after a sexual encounter occurred between Olympios, 24, and Jackson, 30, both of whom had been drinking heavily all day. Warner Bros. subsequently suspended production on the show and launched an internal investigation into “allegations of misconduct,” which...
In case you’re not caught up, the beloved Bachelor/ette spin-off has placed alums in an elaborate game of romantic musical chairs in Mexico every summer since 2014. This season, however, things took a sharp turn after a sexual encounter occurred between Olympios, 24, and Jackson, 30, both of whom had been drinking heavily all day. Warner Bros. subsequently suspended production on the show and launched an internal investigation into “allegations of misconduct,” which...
- 8/15/2017
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- PEOPLE.com
Darn it, this week starts out so, so well! There was a barbecue and slumming A-list actors and, a little later, some kissing. It really shouldn’t have melted down into the bubbling vat of crazy it became. I guess even well-worn reality TV shows can throw some unexpected ingredients into the stew lest the constant repetition of “He’s not in this for the right reasons” makes our collective heads explode. The first date was a group barbecue, and the guys going on it seemed exponentially more excited than they should have been about burgers and hot dogs. Of course, they can’t have television,...read more...
- 5/30/2017
- by Liane Bonin Starr
- Monsters and Critics
Get out your cameras, Malec fans!
The moment we've been waiting for is finally here: Magnus and Alec will be heading on their first official date on Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6.
Based on episode photos, it seems the pair will be keeping it casual with a bar night. Will drinks and games spell success or is this only wishful thinking? This is when we find out if shipping dreams come true.
Check out the photos below for "Iron Sisters", which airs Monday, February 6 on Freeform.
Don't forget, you can watch Shadowhunters online via TV Fanatic to catch up on past episodes.
1. Easing The Tension - Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6 The first date is always the most awkward and uncomfortable. But will it be a success? 2. Cheers! - Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6 From the smile creeping on Alec's face, it seems like he's enjoying his first date with Magnus. How cute are these two?...
The moment we've been waiting for is finally here: Magnus and Alec will be heading on their first official date on Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6.
Based on episode photos, it seems the pair will be keeping it casual with a bar night. Will drinks and games spell success or is this only wishful thinking? This is when we find out if shipping dreams come true.
Check out the photos below for "Iron Sisters", which airs Monday, February 6 on Freeform.
Don't forget, you can watch Shadowhunters online via TV Fanatic to catch up on past episodes.
1. Easing The Tension - Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6 The first date is always the most awkward and uncomfortable. But will it be a success? 2. Cheers! - Shadowhunters Season 2 Episode 6 From the smile creeping on Alec's face, it seems like he's enjoying his first date with Magnus. How cute are these two?...
- 2/3/2017
- by Justin Carreiro
- TVfanatic
There was a significant change in tone this episode from the previous two episodes. With such a serious tone with Flashpoint and Barry’s effects in Paradox it was nice to see a lighter tone to last night’s episode. With Barry and the team moving on from the past and living with their mistakes it now allows the storyline to move forward. Although this weeks’ lacked in the villain storyline, everything else in this episode was magnificent.
These were three biggest takeaways from last night’s episode:
The growth of relationships on this episode.
Except for Cisco and Caitlyn this episode focused on the growth of different relationships throughout the team. The relationship between Harrison and Jessie continues to be a work in progress but it seems for the better after this week. Although from a different universe it seems that Flashpoint had some effect on Harrison and Jessie.
These were three biggest takeaways from last night’s episode:
The growth of relationships on this episode.
Except for Cisco and Caitlyn this episode focused on the growth of different relationships throughout the team. The relationship between Harrison and Jessie continues to be a work in progress but it seems for the better after this week. Although from a different universe it seems that Flashpoint had some effect on Harrison and Jessie.
- 10/19/2016
- by Michael Connally
- LRMonline.com
It's back.
On Tuesday, Bachelor in Paradise season 3 premiered, fulfilling all of our hopes and dreams of spending the summer watching Bachelor and Bachelorette castaways hook up with and discard each other in a steady, seamless rotation, week by week. It's a beautiful disaster and we can't look away, so for that, we thank you, ABC.
Of course, the two-hour season premiere boasted the show's signature abundance of alcohol, sloppy make-out sessions and tear-soaked confessionals, but what everyone will undoubtedly be talking about is the return of Chad Johnson, perhaps the franchise's most infamous (read: hated) character.
If you watched...
On Tuesday, Bachelor in Paradise season 3 premiered, fulfilling all of our hopes and dreams of spending the summer watching Bachelor and Bachelorette castaways hook up with and discard each other in a steady, seamless rotation, week by week. It's a beautiful disaster and we can't look away, so for that, we thank you, ABC.
Of course, the two-hour season premiere boasted the show's signature abundance of alcohol, sloppy make-out sessions and tear-soaked confessionals, but what everyone will undoubtedly be talking about is the return of Chad Johnson, perhaps the franchise's most infamous (read: hated) character.
If you watched...
- 8/3/2016
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- People.com - TV Watch
It's back. On Tuesday, Bachelor in Paradise season 3 premiered, fulfilling all of our hopes and dreams of spending the summer watching Bachelor and Bachelorette castaways hook up with and discard each other in a steady, seamless rotation, week by week. It's a beautiful disaster and we can't look away, so for that, we thank you, ABC. Of course, the two-hour season premiere boasted the show's signature abundance of alcohol, sloppy make-out sessions and tear-soaked confessionals, but what everyone will undoubtedly be talking about is the return of Chad Johnson, perhaps the franchise's most infamous (read: hated) character.If you watched...
- 8/3/2016
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- PEOPLE.com
Once upon a time, Snow White fell in love with Prince Charming, and blah, blah, blah.
Everyone knows that story.
This list is about Snow White and Prince Charming's daughter, Emma Swan, and her own epic love story with none other than Captain Hook, Aka Killian Jones.
While many love stories on Once Upon a Time are old hat to fairytale buffs, the story of Emma and Killian is new and exciting, a rollercoaster ride that's full of twists and turns that we can't see coming...because there's never been anything like it in a fairytale book before.
From the very first meeting to the very first kiss, Emma and Killian have been making viewers swoon endlessly each and every season of their union.
Is it because they're sexy? Maybe. Could it be because they're always in some sort of exciting danger? Probably, a little.
Mostly it's because Emma and Killian,...
Everyone knows that story.
This list is about Snow White and Prince Charming's daughter, Emma Swan, and her own epic love story with none other than Captain Hook, Aka Killian Jones.
While many love stories on Once Upon a Time are old hat to fairytale buffs, the story of Emma and Killian is new and exciting, a rollercoaster ride that's full of twists and turns that we can't see coming...because there's never been anything like it in a fairytale book before.
From the very first meeting to the very first kiss, Emma and Killian have been making viewers swoon endlessly each and every season of their union.
Is it because they're sexy? Maybe. Could it be because they're always in some sort of exciting danger? Probably, a little.
Mostly it's because Emma and Killian,...
- 7/31/2016
- by Christine Laskodi
- TVfanatic
It's week six on The Bachelorette, and JoJo Fletcher and her guys traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
JoJo was super excited and looked chic Af in that red dress and coat as she sat down to catch up with Chris Harrison. She also joked about the fact that she could possibly fall in love with two people because her feelings for some of the guys are "very similar." (JoJo – don't pull a Ben. You know better than that.)
Then Chris met up with the eight remaining guys and told them they would be switching things up this week: There was...
JoJo was super excited and looked chic Af in that red dress and coat as she sat down to catch up with Chris Harrison. She also joked about the fact that she could possibly fall in love with two people because her feelings for some of the guys are "very similar." (JoJo – don't pull a Ben. You know better than that.)
Then Chris met up with the eight remaining guys and told them they would be switching things up this week: There was...
- 6/28/2016
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- People.com - TV Watch
It's week six on The Bachelorette, and JoJo Fletcher and her guys traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina. JoJo was super excited and looked chic Af in that red dress and coat as she sat down to catch up with Chris Harrison. She also joked about the fact that she could possibly fall in love with two people because her feelings for some of the guys are "very similar." (JoJo - don't pull a Ben. You know better than that.) Then Chris met up with the eight remaining guys and told them they would be switching things up this week: There...
- 6/28/2016
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- PEOPLE.com
It's week six on The Bachelorette, and JoJo Fletcher and her guys traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina. JoJo was super excited and looked chic Af in that red dress and coat as she sat down to catch up with Chris Harrison. She also joked about the fact that she could possibly fall in love with two people because her feelings for some of the guys are "very similar." (JoJo - don't pull a Ben. You know better than that.) Then Chris met up with the eight remaining guys and told them they would be switching things up this week: There...
- 6/28/2016
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- PEOPLE.com
Film which follows the presidential couple on their first date through Chicago’s South Side in the late 80s has already received positive reviews
The first date between Barack and Michelle Obama is brought to the screen in Southside With You, a Before Sunrise-style indie that has already received positive reviews at Sundance.
Related: Southside with You review: Obamas' first date is Before Sunset sans subtlety
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The first date between Barack and Michelle Obama is brought to the screen in Southside With You, a Before Sunrise-style indie that has already received positive reviews at Sundance.
Related: Southside with You review: Obamas' first date is Before Sunset sans subtlety
Continue reading...
- 4/29/2016
- by Benjamin Lee
- The Guardian - Film News
The second episode of Bachelor season 20 opened with one of the twins calling Ben Higgins "the greatest Bachelor on the planet of history," so we knew we were in for two great hours of television. (As for which twin, we have absolutely no idea. Can anyone tell them apart? Can Ben? Probably not.)
With two group dates, a one-on-one, a hot tub, celebrity cameos, a private concert, an emotionally charged cocktail party and lots of crazy eyes, we had all the essential components of a classic Bachelor episode. Let's begin.
First Group Date: Welcome to "Bachelor High", Where There Is...
With two group dates, a one-on-one, a hot tub, celebrity cameos, a private concert, an emotionally charged cocktail party and lots of crazy eyes, we had all the essential components of a classic Bachelor episode. Let's begin.
First Group Date: Welcome to "Bachelor High", Where There Is...
- 1/12/2016
- by Aurelie Corinthios
- People.com - TV Watch
Recently, our trusty source, Reality Steve, dropped some very insightful, new spoilers for the upcoming "The Bachelor 2016" episode 2 and it sounds like we're going to see some very shocking and pretty interesting stuff go down as one chick already walks off the show while 2 other chicks get eliminated , and more! In episode 2: Ben shortens the number of women down to just 18 from 21. The first date will consists of a group date, featuring: Jubilee,Lace, Jen, Lb, Mandi, Amber, Becca, JoJo,Lauren H. and Jackie. They will go to Verdugo Hills High School and get split into teams of 2 to perform various challenges in which Mandi wins overall. However, Ben ends up giving JoJo the early group date rose. After that, Ben and Calia's 1 on 1 date gets shown. They will end up , kicking it with Kevin Hart & Ice Cube while they're promoting their new comedy flick, “Ride Along 2.” Then...
- 1/4/2016
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
Recently, our trusty source, Reality Steve, revealed new, very revealing spoilers for the upcoming "Bachelor In Paradise 2015" episode 2, and it turns out that we're going to see some very interesting and high drama stuff go down as Mikey goes off on Clare. Laura leaves the show to be someone else's mistress, and more! In the new, 2nd episode: The men will ask the ladies for a date, The ladies are going to give out the roses to the men: Kirk, Dan, Jared, Tanner, Mikey, Jonathan, Jj. Three new guys will enter. They are: Joe Bailey (Kaitlyn’s season), Joshua Albers (Kaitlyn), and Michael Garofola (Des’ season). The ladies will be: Carly, Ashley S., Ashley I., Lauren, Jade, Clare, Juelia, and Tenley. The first date will feature: Joshua and Tenley. They will go to a taco place. Joe and Juelia will go horseback riding. Michael will take Tenley out on a date as well.
- 8/3/2015
- by Chris
- OnTheFlix
“Full moon, full craziness,” serves as the most accurate statement ever made about Episode 4 of The Bachelor, which could have been easily titled “The Bachelor Virgins Episode.” Things got pretty wild this week with Prince Farming (Chris Soules) and his group of potential wives. The first date card calls for the girls to “do what feels natural,” and six lucky ladies are called to meet Chris on his outdoorsy date. The girls meet Chris at a lake, or as Kelsey, the whiner, calls it, “a mucky pond,” where some of the daring few opt to jump around topless. So … Continue reading →
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- 1/27/2015
- by Molly Riebau
- ChannelGuideMag
The opening act of a TV show needs to grab the audience, give them a reason to stay after the opening credits roll. Even more so with a pilot, the first scene can set the tone for the entire show—and help a viewer decide whether a show is right or wrong. Manhattan Love Story’s first scene is disappointing—on the verge of offensive—as it introduces two leads who will likely fall in love, and who the show hopes viewers will fall in love with, too. The problem is from minute one, the familiar Love Story makes it...
- 10/1/2014
- by Jonathon Dornbush
- EW - Inside TV
It was a nice day for a white wedding! Zachary Levi and Missy Peregrym surprised fans when they tied the knot in Maui June 15, and now E! News is exclusively revealing the first photo from their nuptials. The First Date actor, 33, and the Blue Bloods actress, 32, kept their guest list small, inviting only family members and close friends to attend. Levi's longtime stylist, Warren Alfie Baker, dressed the couple for their big day. Peregrym modeled a backless Amanda Wakeley gown, while Levi wore a blue Reiss suit. James Sartain did Peregrym's hair, while Candace Ornatien handled the TV star's makeup. Throughout the day, L.A.-based photographer Eric Blackmon documented the private pair's picture-perfect...
- 6/18/2014
- E! Online
I have to wonder if it's written into some unlucky guy's contract each season that he will be outed as the slimy villain of the show, because it certainly seems that way. This week, in the first part of a two-night "The Bachelorette" special, we learn that one guy got the number of a restaurant hostess while the guys were eating out sans Andi -- and he may or may not have bragged about it. Needless to say, all the guys who are "there for the right reasons" (drink!) are incensed. It's remarkable we don't see more beat downs on this show, but who knows what ends up on the editing room floor, right? But let's begin at the beginning, which is all happiness and light. The first date card goes to Nick V. He seems a little cavalier about this whole dating the Bachelorette thing, which is odd. Back at the house,...
- 6/2/2014
- by Liane Bonin Starr
- Hitfix
The first date of the Rolling Stones’ tour of Australia has been postponed, promoters for the trek jointly announced on March 18. The band was due to take the stage at the Perth Arena on March 19. The sudden death of singer Mick Jagger’s girlfriend, designer L'Wren Scott, by apparent suicide was expected to impact the date. The veteran British band arrived in Perth early Monday to considerable fanfare ahead of an Australasia trek that was due to start Wednesday in the Western Australia capital. The Stones’ 14 On Fire tour was scheduled to stop at seven venues across Australia and
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- 3/18/2014
- by Lars Brandle, Billboard
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Ben Folds is taking a classical turn. The musician has just finished a three-movement, 25-minute piano concerto. In fact, the day we caught up with him, he had just sent the piece to the copyist. Co-commissioned by the Nashville Symphony, Folds tells HitFix he will begin 18 months of international touring with symphony orchestras next month. The first date is March 13 with the Nashville Symphony. “In some ways, it won’t be any different than touring [solo or with Ben Folds Five],” he says. “And that’s kind of my point. Music is made by human beings for human beings and I...
- 2/3/2014
- Hitfix
Kaley married Ryan Sweeting in a romantic New Year’s Eve ceremony and most things about it were tradition, except for their upside down cake! Did you think it was hilarious or not cool when he shoved it in her face?
Kaley Cuoco is officially off the market and she rang in 2014 with her nuptials! But the best part of the Dec. 31 ceremony, had to be when Kaley’s hubby, Ryan Sweeting, smashed their upside cake in her face.
Kaley Cuoco’s Fiance Smashes Upside Down Cake In Her Face
Kaley must have a great sense of humor because when she and her hubby cut their upside cake, Ryan smashed it all over her face. She just laughed and took it like a champ. The bride looked gorgeous in her pink Vera Wang gown and didn’t seem to mind when there was cake smeared across her gorgeous makeup.
Kaley Cuoco...
Kaley Cuoco is officially off the market and she rang in 2014 with her nuptials! But the best part of the Dec. 31 ceremony, had to be when Kaley’s hubby, Ryan Sweeting, smashed their upside cake in her face.
Kaley Cuoco’s Fiance Smashes Upside Down Cake In Her Face
Kaley must have a great sense of humor because when she and her hubby cut their upside cake, Ryan smashed it all over her face. She just laughed and took it like a champ. The bride looked gorgeous in her pink Vera Wang gown and didn’t seem to mind when there was cake smeared across her gorgeous makeup.
Kaley Cuoco...
- 1/2/2014
- by Chloe Melas
- HollywoodLife
‘The Big Bang Theory’ star rang in the New Year with wedding bells! Kaley and her beau, Ryan Sweeting got married in Southern California on Dec. 31!
Congratulations to the happy couple! Kaley Cuoco and Ryan Sweeting are officially married. The 26-year-old tennis pro popped the question on Sept. 25 after three months of dating and on New Years Eve, they walked down the aisle.
Kaley Cuoco Married To Ryan Sweeting
Kaley and Ryan’s wedding doubled as a holiday bash with a fire-and-ice theme. It took place in Southern California and Kaley’s maid of honor was her sister, Briana Cuoco, 25.
Going against tradition, Kaley wore a pink dress on her big day! She looked absolutely beautiful.
On Dec. 29, the actress, 27, was seen heading to the salon — most likely primping for the big day!
Kaley Cuoco Gets Married on 'Ellen' Kaley Cuoco Shares How She & Ryan Met: After The First Date,...
Congratulations to the happy couple! Kaley Cuoco and Ryan Sweeting are officially married. The 26-year-old tennis pro popped the question on Sept. 25 after three months of dating and on New Years Eve, they walked down the aisle.
Kaley Cuoco Married To Ryan Sweeting
Kaley and Ryan’s wedding doubled as a holiday bash with a fire-and-ice theme. It took place in Southern California and Kaley’s maid of honor was her sister, Briana Cuoco, 25.
Going against tradition, Kaley wore a pink dress on her big day! She looked absolutely beautiful.
On Dec. 29, the actress, 27, was seen heading to the salon — most likely primping for the big day!
Kaley Cuoco Gets Married on 'Ellen' Kaley Cuoco Shares How She & Ryan Met: After The First Date,...
- 1/1/2014
- by Emily Longeretta
- HollywoodLife
It seems all that matters to Justin is making his ex Selena jealous! After Sel called Justin out for choosing Cailin Russo to star in his music video on Nov. 30, the gorgeous model is speaking out about Selena’s diss, saying ‘I was just doing my job.’
There’s no doubt that Justin Bieber and model Cailin Russo look stunning together in his new music video for “All That Matters.” Casting Cailin was definitely something new for Justin as she’s not his go-to type — and we think his ex Selena Gomez took his decision to heart! “I thought he only liked the Latina category,” Selena said on her Instagram. Ouch! Cailin defended herself against Selena’s diss in a new interview by replying, “I’m just a girl in a video.” Read on to see what else Cailin had to say!
Justin Bieber’s Music Video Girl — Did Selena Gomez...
There’s no doubt that Justin Bieber and model Cailin Russo look stunning together in his new music video for “All That Matters.” Casting Cailin was definitely something new for Justin as she’s not his go-to type — and we think his ex Selena Gomez took his decision to heart! “I thought he only liked the Latina category,” Selena said on her Instagram. Ouch! Cailin defended herself against Selena’s diss in a new interview by replying, “I’m just a girl in a video.” Read on to see what else Cailin had to say!
Justin Bieber’s Music Video Girl — Did Selena Gomez...
- 12/5/2013
- by HL Intern
- HollywoodLife
Take that, Justin! On Nov. 29, Selena posted a seductive, nearly naked, no makeup pic with a caption that potentially seemed to be addressing her ex’s recent sexual conquests.
Selena Gomez was in a feisty mood on Nov. 29! Not only did the “Come & Get It” singer get a bit of revenge on her ex, Justin Bieber, by posting a nearly topless photo of herself, but she also added a caption that may have been calling him out!
Selena Gomez’s Sexy Nearly Naked Pic
The picture itself is absolutely beautiful. A mostly close-up shot, it’s sexy while also leaving just the right amount to the imagination.
Miley Pressures Selena To Be Sexier?
What’s more, Selena took the selfie without any makeup on, proving that she truly is a natural beauty.
Take Our Poll Selena Gomez: Dissing Justin Bieber?
But the most intriguing, somewhat mysterious part of the pic is the caption.
Selena Gomez was in a feisty mood on Nov. 29! Not only did the “Come & Get It” singer get a bit of revenge on her ex, Justin Bieber, by posting a nearly topless photo of herself, but she also added a caption that may have been calling him out!
Selena Gomez’s Sexy Nearly Naked Pic
The picture itself is absolutely beautiful. A mostly close-up shot, it’s sexy while also leaving just the right amount to the imagination.
Miley Pressures Selena To Be Sexier?
What’s more, Selena took the selfie without any makeup on, proving that she truly is a natural beauty.
Take Our Poll Selena Gomez: Dissing Justin Bieber?
But the most intriguing, somewhat mysterious part of the pic is the caption.
- 11/30/2013
- by Andrew Gruttadaro
- HollywoodLife
Oo la la, tell us more! In a recent interview, the “Come & Get It” singer revealed that she wasn’t opposed to getting down to business on the first date. Think she had anyone in mind?
Selena Gomez is definitely one of the more relatively toned down pop stars in the industry right now, but that doesn’t mean she’s a prude! In a revealing interview on Nov. 26, the sexy singer was asked what her stance is on first date kisses, and her answer might surprise you!
Selena Gomez On Kissing On The First Date
“It depends, you know?” Selena told Amp Radio with a coy smile on her face. “If he gets it, then he did something right,” she then joked.
Miley Pressures Selena To Be Sexier?
Atta girl. Compared to the Mileys and Lady Gagas of the world, Selena can often come off as conservative, so we...
Selena Gomez is definitely one of the more relatively toned down pop stars in the industry right now, but that doesn’t mean she’s a prude! In a revealing interview on Nov. 26, the sexy singer was asked what her stance is on first date kisses, and her answer might surprise you!
Selena Gomez On Kissing On The First Date
“It depends, you know?” Selena told Amp Radio with a coy smile on her face. “If he gets it, then he did something right,” she then joked.
Miley Pressures Selena To Be Sexier?
Atta girl. Compared to the Mileys and Lady Gagas of the world, Selena can often come off as conservative, so we...
- 11/29/2013
- by Andrew Gruttadaro
- HollywoodLife
Outfest 2012, the Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing, showcasing and protecting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (Lgbt) media, has announced the award winners of its 30th Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Film Festival.
The nation’s leading Lgbt festival and the oldest continuously running film festival in the city ran from July 12th to 22nd. Outfest 2012 closed with Brian Dannelly’s Struck by Lightning, starring Chris Colfer. Allison Janney, Rebel Wilson, Christina Hendricks, Dermot Mulroney and Ashley Rickards.
Special Programming Awards
Special Programming Award for Freedom
Sponsored by The Mondrian Los Angeles
I Am A Woman Now, Directed by Michiel van Erp
For illuminating the stories of the first generation of transwomen who forged their paths with grace, courage, and fabulousness and the pioneering surgeon who changed history for transpeople everywhere, the Outfest Special Programming Award for Freedom goes to I Am A Woman Now, directed by Michiel van Erp.
Special Programming Award for Artistic Achievement
Sponsored by Fandango
She Male Snails, Directed by Ester Martin Bergsmark
For its bold imagination, provocative storytelling, striking imagery and unshakable emotional impact, the Outfest Special Programming Award for Artistic Achievement goes to Ester Martin Bergsmark, director of She Male Snails.
Special Programming Award for Emerging Talent
Sponsored by Katten Muchin Rosenmann Llp
Marialy Rivas, Writer/Director
For crafting a stylistically fearless film to match the excitement, danger and chaos that can erupt with youthful sexual exploration, the Outfest Special Programming Award for Emerging Talent goes to Marialy Rivas, the writer/director of Young & Wild.
Audience Awards
Audience Award for Outstanding Documentary Short Film
Sponsored by Ramada Plaza Hotel West Hollywood
A Force Of Nature, Directed by Barbara Kopple
Audience Award for Outstanding Dramatic Short Film
Sponsored by Wolfe Video
The First Date, Directed by Janella Lacson
Audience Award for Outstanding Documentary Feature Film
Sponsored by Greenhouse Studios
I Stand Corrected, Directed by Andrea Meyerson
Audience Award for Outstanding Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by Innovative Artists
Any Day Now, Directed by Travis Fine
Audience Award for Outstanding First U.S. Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by HBO (cash prize of $5,000 from HBO)
Mosquita Y Mari, (Isa:Film Collaborative), Directed by Aurora Guerrero
Jury Awards
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Short Film
Sponsored by Greenhouse Studios
The Devotion Project: More Than Ever, Directed by Antony Osso.
For its sensitive portrayal of enduring love that spans seven decades, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Short Film goes to The Devotion Project: More Than Ever, directed by Antony Osso.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Dramatic Short Film
Sponsored by Cre – Computer Rentals & Av Solutions
Dol (First Birthday), Directed Andrew Ahn
For its honest exploration of the complexities of culture, family and relationships, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Dramatic Short Film to Dol (First Birthday), directed by Andrew Ahn.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Feature Film
Sponsored by Avalon
Wildness, Directed by Wu Tsang
With beautiful cinematography, a vibrant score and poetic storytelling, this year’s winning documentary succeeded in taking on the complexities of class, culture and difference in a most timely and brave fashion. The Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Feature Film goes to Wildness, directed by Wu Tsang.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding International Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by The Los Angeles Athletic Club
My Brother The Devil, Directed by Sally El Hosaini
For its taut narrative, sensitive interrogation of masculinity, excellent performances by an ensemble cast, and intense cinematic experience, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding International Dramatic Feature Film goes to My Brother The Devil, directed by Sally El Hosaini.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actress in a Feature Film
Sponsored by The Avenue Hollywood
Fenessa Pineda, Mosquita Y Mari
This actress brought nuance and subtlety to a fresh coming of age story. For beautifully capturing the fleeting moments of transition from innocence to curiosity to self-discovery, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actress in a Feature Film goes to Fenessa Pineda in Mosquita Y Mari.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actor in a Feature Film
Alan Cumming, Any Day Now
For bringing depth, humor, fierce wit, and emotional integrity to a moving portrait of a man who unexpectedly finds a family and the strength to fight for it, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actor in a Feature Film goes to Alan Cumming in Any Day Now.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Screenwriting
Sponsored by Yellow Cab
Ira Sachs & Mauricio Zacharias, Keep The Lights On
For masterfully constructing an emotionally honest portrait of a relationship that spans the better part of a decade and artfully weaving the mundane and the momentous, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Screenwriting goes to Ira Sachs and Mauricio Zacharias for Keep The Lights On.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding U.S. Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue
Keep The Lights On, (Isa: Films Boutique), Directed by Ira Sachs
This film resonated with us for its confidence, complexity, and emotional intelligence. For taking us on a challenging but poetic journey through the landscape of a long-term relationship, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding U.S. Dramatic Feature Film goes to Keep The Lights On, directed by Ira Sachs.
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Outfest 2012: The 30th Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is presented by HBO. Grand Sponsors include Absolut and Ease Entertainment Services. Under the Stars Series Sponsor is presented by Oxygen. The Automotive Partner is Mini. Other sponsors at the Premiere level include: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, The Directors Guild of America, Directv, The Hollywood Reporter, The Los Angeles Times, Merrill Lynch, Out, Variety and 104.3MYfm, The Official Sponsors are Barefoot Wines, Big Picture Group, Coca-Cola, Luca Bites, Lichter Yu & Associates, NBCUniversal, Orbitz, Propaganda Media, Room & Board, Southwest Airlines, Stella Artois, techpal, and Verizon Wireless. Day Sponsors are The David Geffen Foundation, Frontiers/InLA, Hollywood & Highland, Instinct Magazine, The Lesbian News, Lifetime, Logo, Sony Pictures, and Wells Fargo, Organizational Funders: Andrew Kuehn Foundation, City of West Hollywood, Department of Cultural Affairs, Hollywood Foreign Press, and Los Angeles County Arts. For more information about Outfest 2012 sponsorship, visit www.outfest.org/sponsor.
About Outfest
Outfest celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2012 with a yearlong celebration honoring the organization's rich film history, innovative filmmakers and cultural legacy. The anniversary celebration includes the signature film festival, a major film restoration, a new logo, a new monthly screening series and a comprehensive social media campaign. Founded by volunteers on the campus of UCLA in 1982, Outfest has grown into an internationally recognized organization that works to promote Lgbt equality through the arts. For three decades Outfest has brought together film lovers, artists, celebrities and entertainment industry professionals to create a world-class forum for stories that reflect and often transform Lgbt lives. Outfest has showcased over 5,600 films to audiences, reaching close to one million people, educated and mentored hundreds of emerging filmmakers and protected over 18,000 stories and images through the Outfest Legacy Project for Lgbt Film Preservation, the only program of its kind in the world.
The nation’s leading Lgbt festival and the oldest continuously running film festival in the city ran from July 12th to 22nd. Outfest 2012 closed with Brian Dannelly’s Struck by Lightning, starring Chris Colfer. Allison Janney, Rebel Wilson, Christina Hendricks, Dermot Mulroney and Ashley Rickards.
Special Programming Awards
Special Programming Award for Freedom
Sponsored by The Mondrian Los Angeles
I Am A Woman Now, Directed by Michiel van Erp
For illuminating the stories of the first generation of transwomen who forged their paths with grace, courage, and fabulousness and the pioneering surgeon who changed history for transpeople everywhere, the Outfest Special Programming Award for Freedom goes to I Am A Woman Now, directed by Michiel van Erp.
Special Programming Award for Artistic Achievement
Sponsored by Fandango
She Male Snails, Directed by Ester Martin Bergsmark
For its bold imagination, provocative storytelling, striking imagery and unshakable emotional impact, the Outfest Special Programming Award for Artistic Achievement goes to Ester Martin Bergsmark, director of She Male Snails.
Special Programming Award for Emerging Talent
Sponsored by Katten Muchin Rosenmann Llp
Marialy Rivas, Writer/Director
For crafting a stylistically fearless film to match the excitement, danger and chaos that can erupt with youthful sexual exploration, the Outfest Special Programming Award for Emerging Talent goes to Marialy Rivas, the writer/director of Young & Wild.
Audience Awards
Audience Award for Outstanding Documentary Short Film
Sponsored by Ramada Plaza Hotel West Hollywood
A Force Of Nature, Directed by Barbara Kopple
Audience Award for Outstanding Dramatic Short Film
Sponsored by Wolfe Video
The First Date, Directed by Janella Lacson
Audience Award for Outstanding Documentary Feature Film
Sponsored by Greenhouse Studios
I Stand Corrected, Directed by Andrea Meyerson
Audience Award for Outstanding Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by Innovative Artists
Any Day Now, Directed by Travis Fine
Audience Award for Outstanding First U.S. Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by HBO (cash prize of $5,000 from HBO)
Mosquita Y Mari, (Isa:Film Collaborative), Directed by Aurora Guerrero
Jury Awards
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Short Film
Sponsored by Greenhouse Studios
The Devotion Project: More Than Ever, Directed by Antony Osso.
For its sensitive portrayal of enduring love that spans seven decades, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Short Film goes to The Devotion Project: More Than Ever, directed by Antony Osso.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Dramatic Short Film
Sponsored by Cre – Computer Rentals & Av Solutions
Dol (First Birthday), Directed Andrew Ahn
For its honest exploration of the complexities of culture, family and relationships, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Dramatic Short Film to Dol (First Birthday), directed by Andrew Ahn.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Feature Film
Sponsored by Avalon
Wildness, Directed by Wu Tsang
With beautiful cinematography, a vibrant score and poetic storytelling, this year’s winning documentary succeeded in taking on the complexities of class, culture and difference in a most timely and brave fashion. The Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Documentary Feature Film goes to Wildness, directed by Wu Tsang.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding International Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by The Los Angeles Athletic Club
My Brother The Devil, Directed by Sally El Hosaini
For its taut narrative, sensitive interrogation of masculinity, excellent performances by an ensemble cast, and intense cinematic experience, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding International Dramatic Feature Film goes to My Brother The Devil, directed by Sally El Hosaini.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actress in a Feature Film
Sponsored by The Avenue Hollywood
Fenessa Pineda, Mosquita Y Mari
This actress brought nuance and subtlety to a fresh coming of age story. For beautifully capturing the fleeting moments of transition from innocence to curiosity to self-discovery, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actress in a Feature Film goes to Fenessa Pineda in Mosquita Y Mari.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actor in a Feature Film
Alan Cumming, Any Day Now
For bringing depth, humor, fierce wit, and emotional integrity to a moving portrait of a man who unexpectedly finds a family and the strength to fight for it, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Actor in a Feature Film goes to Alan Cumming in Any Day Now.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Screenwriting
Sponsored by Yellow Cab
Ira Sachs & Mauricio Zacharias, Keep The Lights On
For masterfully constructing an emotionally honest portrait of a relationship that spans the better part of a decade and artfully weaving the mundane and the momentous, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding Screenwriting goes to Ira Sachs and Mauricio Zacharias for Keep The Lights On.
Grand Jury Award for Outstanding U.S. Dramatic Feature Film
Sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue
Keep The Lights On, (Isa: Films Boutique), Directed by Ira Sachs
This film resonated with us for its confidence, complexity, and emotional intelligence. For taking us on a challenging but poetic journey through the landscape of a long-term relationship, the Outfest 2012 Grand Jury Award for Outstanding U.S. Dramatic Feature Film goes to Keep The Lights On, directed by Ira Sachs.
For more information, log on to http://www.outfest.org/fest2012/
To download high-res images, please visit: ftp://ftp.mprm.com/outfest2012
Outfest 2012: The 30th Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is presented by HBO. Grand Sponsors include Absolut and Ease Entertainment Services. Under the Stars Series Sponsor is presented by Oxygen. The Automotive Partner is Mini. Other sponsors at the Premiere level include: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, The Directors Guild of America, Directv, The Hollywood Reporter, The Los Angeles Times, Merrill Lynch, Out, Variety and 104.3MYfm, The Official Sponsors are Barefoot Wines, Big Picture Group, Coca-Cola, Luca Bites, Lichter Yu & Associates, NBCUniversal, Orbitz, Propaganda Media, Room & Board, Southwest Airlines, Stella Artois, techpal, and Verizon Wireless. Day Sponsors are The David Geffen Foundation, Frontiers/InLA, Hollywood & Highland, Instinct Magazine, The Lesbian News, Lifetime, Logo, Sony Pictures, and Wells Fargo, Organizational Funders: Andrew Kuehn Foundation, City of West Hollywood, Department of Cultural Affairs, Hollywood Foreign Press, and Los Angeles County Arts. For more information about Outfest 2012 sponsorship, visit www.outfest.org/sponsor.
About Outfest
Outfest celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2012 with a yearlong celebration honoring the organization's rich film history, innovative filmmakers and cultural legacy. The anniversary celebration includes the signature film festival, a major film restoration, a new logo, a new monthly screening series and a comprehensive social media campaign. Founded by volunteers on the campus of UCLA in 1982, Outfest has grown into an internationally recognized organization that works to promote Lgbt equality through the arts. For three decades Outfest has brought together film lovers, artists, celebrities and entertainment industry professionals to create a world-class forum for stories that reflect and often transform Lgbt lives. Outfest has showcased over 5,600 films to audiences, reaching close to one million people, educated and mentored hundreds of emerging filmmakers and protected over 18,000 stories and images through the Outfest Legacy Project for Lgbt Film Preservation, the only program of its kind in the world.
- 7/25/2012
- by Sydney Levine
- Sydney's Buzz
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