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Saturday, March 6, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, March 6, 2010
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A stormy Saturday in the Southland

Surprise, we’re getting dumped on by another winter storm. The cloudy skies let loose with a prelude of thunder and drizzle, which soon erupted into a steady rain in Burbank shortly after 10 a.m. This is a cold rainstorm. The high might reach 60 in Media City, but I doubt it. The rain is expected to hang around through tonight. The prediction is for cloudy […]
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Friday, March 5, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Friday, March 5, 2010
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Controversy over “Alice in Wonderland” hook-up with L.A. Times

The Walt Disney company scored a major promotional deal with the Los Angeles Times for its new movie, “Alice in Wonderland.” The Times created a special front page newspaper ad just for “Alice” that runs in today’s edition. This is not a first for the Times and more than likely, it’s part of a trend.   The Wrap has a nice story […]
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Thursday, March 4, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, March 4, 2010
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Another storm rains on the Southland

Some scattered showers in the Southland tonight. In Burbank, sprinkles began around 10 p.m. In a matter of minutes, those sprinkles had turned into a steady rain. Forecasters are predicting this storm will be a lightweight and will blow out of here by mid-morning. However, more rain is headed our way in a day or so.  Hopefully, Los Angeles County Officials and residents in the burn […]
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, March 3, 2010
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How high will the Mega Millions jackpot go? Now at $133 million!

The Mega Millions jackpot has rolled over into that ridiculously-rich territory. Again, no one had a jackpot winning ticket in yesterday’s game, so all the money and more is now up for grabs in Friday’s draw. Tuesday’s winning numbers were 9, 12, 47, 48, 56, and the Mega Ball 25. Two lucky tickets bought in California had five winning numbers, […]
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, March 3, 2010
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Hollywood buzz: celebrities, writers, scripts, and Spec Chaser

Justin Timberlake & Cameron Diaz back together again? They were once part of a hot Hollywood couple before splitting up a few years back, now Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz are making a movie together. MTV.com is reporting that Timberlake just signed on as the male interest in a raunchy comedy called, “Bad Teacher.” Diaz takes on the role of a foul-mouthed grade school […]
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Monday, March 1, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Monday, March 1, 2010
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“Shutter Island” & two newcomers top the Box Office

Despite competition from two heavily promoted “R” rated films, the adult thriller, “Shutter Island,” sold the most tickets at theaters over the weekend to hold onto the number one spot at the domestic Box Office.  “Shutter Island” scored $22.6 million bringing its two-week total to $75.5 million, according to Box Office Mojo.   Not far behind, “Cop Out” the new Bruce Willis & Tracy […]
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Monday, March 1, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Monday, March 1, 2010
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An Oscar contender picks up top honors at the 41st Annual NAACP Image Awards

Photo: Mario Anzuoni — Gabourey Sidibe accepts the outstanding actress award at the 41st Annual Image Awards in Los Angeles on Friday, February 26, 2010. More photos on Reuters website.   The heart-wrenching drama about an abused teenage mother struggling to find her self-worth captured the major trophies at the 41st Annual NAACP Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, last Friday, February […]
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, February 28, 2010
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Here’s a chance to pitch your comedy film script to Lionsgate

Got a really funny, original, high-concept movie script you’re anxious to get produced? Top independent film producer, Lionsgate, has teamed up with the Massify website to find a hilarious comedy feature. Massify is an online network where filmmakers, actors, directors, and writers can connect. They’re some specific requirements like the comedy has to be male driven. That surprised me, when […]
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