Marshall Fine, 07/31/12

Author and film critic, hollywoodandfine.com

The Babymakers wants to be a Judd Apatow comedy. Instead, it's like a third-rate Comedy Central sitcom, with dirty words, little nudity and fewer laughs than fingers on one hand.

Abe Schwartz, 07/31/12

Writer, producer, consumer

One of the biggest problems on set is actors cracking up. Whether it's Larry David collecting himself after a J.B. Smoove one-liner or Ted Danson having to hold back giggles after a Richard Lewis facial expression, it's not uncommon for the crew to have to wait several minutes until the hilarity subsides.

Liz Smith, 07/31/12

Very interesting piece in a New York tabloid the other day, attempting to explain why Janet Jackson, who always tried to keep herself above and away from her wildly dysfunctional family, became embroiled in the matter of overturning Michael's will.

Jonathan Kim, 07/30/12

Film Critic for ReThink Reviews and the Uprising Show

The lines between art, journalism, and documentary filmmaking are often blurry ones. In 2008, director Alison Klayman, at the age of 24, found herself crossing those hazy lines to record the story of a man famous for doing the same.

Denette Wilford, 07/30/12

TV Blogger

When it comes to all-star editions of any reality show, I'm never a fan of bringing back past winners. The proposed cast of 'DWTS: All-Stars' is a mixed bag, and I would much rather see these celeb shimmiers grace the dance floor.

Ilene Angel, 07/30/12

Author, 'In Search of George Stephanopoulos'; Hit Songwriter

Where's the new music for grownups? Until now, we have been relegated to oldies concerts with perpetual re-releases of the same songs we already know -- not that there's anything wrong with that. It's just that it's not enough.

Regina Weinreich, 07/30/12

Author, Kerouac's Spontaneous Poetics

Alison Klayman, an American and recent college grad in 2008 went to China, not knowing precisely what she would do there. Asked to videotape Ai Weiwei, she fell into a subject much larger than a sculptor and conceptual artist.

Scott Mendelson, 07/29/12

Film critic at Mendelson's Memos, Valley Scene Magazine

The whole 'series finale' gimmick promised nothing more than the question of whether or not Batman survived this final film, a question that has surely been answered in a million blog posts by this time.

Annette Insdorf, 07/30/12

Director of undergraduate film studies, Columbia University, and author of PHILIP KAUFMAN

It's hard to imagine two more wildly different films than the lowbrow American comedy The Babymakers and the French arthouse drama Beloved. But their imminent release reveals that Paul Schneider is one of our most versatile actors.

Joey DeAngelis, 07/30/12

Pop culture blogger, Writer

I'm beyond thrilled that "True Blood" pulled a complete 180 from last week. The episode was fast-paced, energetic, humorous and intriguing.

Kristin McCracken, 07/30/12

Editor, TribecaFilm.com

Few Americans are overly familiar with Ai Weiwei. With her engaging, intimate, and wholly personalizing portrait, Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry, director Alison Klayman hopes to right that wrong.

Tribeca, 07/30/12

Movies, Film Culture and More

Movies are meant to be seen in a theater, with a crowd, but thousands of film communities in the U.S. do not have the opportunity to view limited release films in their local theaters. These movie-goers should be able to assemble in order to watch and to listen, where they want, when they want

Gabriel Schivone, 07/30/12

Chicano-Jewish American Student; Writer

From the Dustbowl Troubadour's own hard travelling through Tucson, AZ looking for work and food, Woody Guthrie was a friend to migrants and the oppressed.

Jessica Arevalo, 07/30/12

Youth Policy Coordinator for the California Council on Youth Relations, a project of New America Media

The first movie to successfully raise $80,000 through a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign opens next week to nationwide audiences. But Mosquita y Mari (MyM) isn't your typical love story.

Auti Angel, 07/28/12

Dancer, singer, rapper, actress, appears on Push Girls

Whether it's financial, the loss of a loved one, a health issue, or any other hurdle in your path, I find that if you take a step back and change your perception of the situation, you just might bounce back and prevail.

Ellen Sterling, 07/30/12

Award-winning journalist and editor

The four voices of the Oak Ridge Boys blend together flawlessly and they've been flawless since 1973 when the four first came together in this band that dates back to 1943 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Chris Powell, 07/27/12

Trainer/Transformation Specialist on ABC’s 'Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition'

Surrounding yourself with a positive support group increases your odds for success. Not only that, it brings a sense of fun and celebration to your transformation.