CHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Dan Baker on WBGR-FM (Monroe, Wisconsin) on March 21st, 2024, reviewing the new streaming series “Manhunt” – based on the bestseller by James L. Swanson – currently streaming on Apple TV+.
Modern Family
Blu-ray Review: Emmy Award-Winning Season of ABC Hit ‘Modern Family’
Submitted by BrianTT on September 25, 2012 - 6:44pmCHICAGO – In the days since this year’s Emmys, I’ve been probably asked this question more than any other — “Do you think Modern Family is the best comedy on TV?” The answer is an undeniable no. But I usually add the disclaimer that this doesn’t mean it’s not a good show. It may not have been the best choice for the 2011-12 season (that would be “Louie,” “Girls,” “Parks and Recreation,” “Veep,” or “Community”) but it also wasn’t the worst.
TV Feature: The 64th Annual Emmy Awards Winners
Submitted by BrianTT on September 23, 2012 - 7:03pmCHICAGO – The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences handed out the 64th Annual Emmy Awards on Sunday, September 23, 2012, and we have the full list of winners, led by “Homeland,” “Modern Family,” and “Game Change.” Come back tomorrow for a gallery of the best of the red carpet.
TV Feature: Predictions For the 64th Annual Emmy Awards Winners
Submitted by BrianTT on September 22, 2012 - 11:12amCHICAGO – The 64th Annual Emmy Awards will go down on Sunday night and this year promises to be more unpredictable than ever…unless it’s not. While most pundits are thinking that this is the year that the Academy will take risks and award new blood, there’s just as much of a chance that we’ll see as many repeat winners as ever, maybe more.
TV Feature: 2012 Fall TV Premiere Dates, Network by Network
Submitted by BrianTT on July 29, 2012 - 10:13amCHICAGO – With ABC finally unveiling their premiere dates for their Fall 2012 schedules, we finally have a full picture of when each returning show and debuting show will hit the airwaves. Want to know when your favorite comedy is coming back?
TV Feature: When 2012 Emmy Nominees Will Be on Blu-ray, DVD
Submitted by BrianTT on July 26, 2012 - 3:03pmCHICAGO – You’ve surely heard the 2012 Emmy nominations by now (and probably read our choices for the biggest snubs) and maybe you’re wondering how to rent or own the chosen favorites of the Academy. Let us guide the way.
TV News: ‘Mad Men,’ ‘Modern Family’ Lead 64th Emmy Nominations
Submitted by BrianTT on July 19, 2012 - 7:55amCHICAGO – The 64th Annual Emmy nominations were announced this morning and AMC’s “Mad Men” and ABC’s “Modern Family” were the big winners. Check back to HollywoodChicago.com for a list of the biggest snubs this year and stay tuned for all of your 2012 Emmy coverage.
TV Feature: 2012 Emmy Nomination Predictions For All Major Categories
Submitted by BrianTT on July 16, 2012 - 9:16amCHICAGO – The 64th Annual Emmy Nominations will be announced this Thursday, July 19, 2012 at 7:40AM CST by Nick Offerman (“Parks and Recreation”) and Kerry Washington (“Scandal”). We’ve already made clear what should be nominated in this feature but what will be nominated?
If I Had an Emmy Ballot: The Best TV of 2011 to 2012
Submitted by BrianTT on June 25, 2012 - 12:39pmCHICAGO – So you’re an Academy voter who has put off filling out your ballot for the 2011-12 season. I understand. It’s been a ridiculously tough year for me to pick and choose my dream nominees for the major categories and my votes don’t even count. Maybe you want some help? We’re all about charity here. As someone who’s seen more TV in the last year than most people do in their lives, let me guide the way.
TV News: USA Network Gets ‘Modern Family,’ Readies Other Comedies
Submitted by BrianTT on May 18, 2012 - 9:34amCHICAGO – USA Network, having recently acquired the rights to the syndicated run of “Modern Family,” announced a couple of other comedies recently from some pretty big names in the genre, as well as some interesting choices.
TV News: ABC Fall Schedule Includes Four New Shows, New Nights For ‘Revenge,’ ‘Happy Endings’
Submitted by BrianTT on May 15, 2012 - 10:31amCHICAGO – After an incredibly successful 2011-2012 season, ABC is doing something of a victory lap by not changing much of what worked about a season that saw the network create a number of new hits, including “Revenge,” “Once Upon a Time,” and “Suburgatory.”