Linkapalooza

Some interesting things I've stumbled across lately:

Acclaimed comedy writer Ken Levine lists his favorite comedies. Those in his list that I agree with, own and worship: All About Eve (really one of the great screenplays of all time. He's right - it's timeless and still holds up well). His Girl Friday. Arthur. Tootsie. Take the Money and Run (the first "mockumentary" I remember seeing, and one of the laugh out loud funniest of the Woodman's flicks). Young Frankenstein (inspired the title of a blog you may be reading at this very moment, in fact). Annie Hall and Chasing Amy (who says "romantic comedies" always have to end well?). Dr. Strangelove. (Who knew Kubrick could do funny? Unless of course you count the rollicking comedy of Private Pyle in Full Metal Jacket). Four Weddings and a Funeral. (Any movie that starts with multiple "fucks" usually has a place in my heart). Of course, I would add Animal House and just about anything by the Coen Brothers, but a good list nonetheless.

Speaking of funny, the great sports blog Every Day Should Be Saturday offers an inspired take on ESPN's mind-numbing "Who's Now:" Tom Brady vs. Galactus. Yes, it's a must read.

Looks like Six Feet Under creator Alan Ball's southern gothic vampire take will see the light of day (well, maybe not literally. I'm not sure about the rules for these bloodsuckers).

Good roundup of "action movie cliches."

You've read several of my posts about the upcoming adaptation of Watchmen. (If you haven't read it -- go get it. Really). Meanwhile, my geek heart beats a little faster: Personal Top 5 list resident Carla Gugino has been cast as Sally Jupiter.

TV Guide's Mike Aussiello reports/wishes on the addition of Kristen Bell to Lost? Wow. How cool would that be? He also notes that new summer season enjoyment Burn Notice has already gotten a second season order.

Great, long interview with Joss by the Onion AV Club.

Maureen Ryan pointed to this link, a defense of the oddly captivating Horatio Caine. Make sure to watch the video.

Good E! interview with Angie Harmon, who has a no-nonsense approach to work and takes it seriously. What a cool chick. No wonder she rates as the best Law and Order ADA.

Fun summary of best "opening lyrics."