Sky Arts Pulls Michael Jackson Episode of 'Urban Myths" Featuring Joseph Fiennes
An episode of the Sky Arts show Urban Myths, featuring Joseph Fiennes playing the role of Michael Jackson, will no longer be broadcast.
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'Urban Myths' Episode With Joseph Fiennes As Michael Jackson Gets Yanked
The half-hour comedy had drawn criticism for months. But it was complaints from Jackson's family that finally led Sky TV to ax it.
'Series Of Unfortunate Events' On Netflix Will Charm And Delight
Daniel Handler has adapted his popular children's book series for Netflix. Critic David Bianculli says A Series Of Unfortunate Events is "one of the best new TV shows in a long time."
The Ethics Of Judges' Table: A 'Top Chef' Quandary
Ethics show up in the strangest places. Thursday night, Top Chef took a trip into a very gray area of competition.
Pop Culture Happy Hour: 'Hidden Figures' And 'One Day At A Time'
This week, the women of NASA and the women of a Netflix reboot both get lots of attention, and we close the show with what's making us happy this week.
Why It's Literally Not Wrong To Say 'Literally'
Young people have always used language in new ways, and it has always driven older people crazy. But the linguist John McWhorter says all the LOLs are part of an inevitable evolution of language.
Clothes Don't Make A First Lady, But They Can Make A Statement
Michelle Obama is known for wearing affordable clothing, while Melania Trump is often seen in luxury brands. One critic describes Trump's look as polished and glamorous, but not very personal.
Small Batch Edition: The Golden Globes
In this brief edition of Pop Culture Happy Hour, we talk about speeches, awards, Donald Glover's suit, Jimmy Fallon's monologue, and lots more.
Actress Sigourney Weaver Talks About Redefining The Leading Lady Role
Weaver talks about her new film, A Monster Calls, which tells the story of an adolescent boy who seeks solace in his imagination from the sadness and anger of losing his mother to a terminal illness.
When The TV Industry Doesn't Reflect Its Audience, Critics Ask The Tough Questions
Variety's Maureen Ryan has been critical of how rape is portrayed on TV. She says writers' rooms should reflect its diverse audience — especially when it comes to approach such sensitive topics.