Controversial Comedic Movies


Updated 08/13/08 4:30 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 2 comments

Controversial Movie Comedies

Some of the best comedy provocatively pushes the envelope, and when done well, it can allow us to not take life too seriously. But sometimes it can go really wrong, and feel less like a keen observation and more just mean-spirited. There is a thin line that certain comedic movies walk between hilarious and offensive. As Tropic Thunder, with all its controversies, hits the theaters, I was reminded Read more

Sugar Bits — Dennis Quaid to Sue Drug Company


Updated 12/18/07 12:14 AM · Posted by · 36 comments

Sugar Bits — Dennis Quaid to Sue Drug Company

Dennis Quaid has filed a lawsuit against the makers of Heparin, the drug that was accidentally over administered to his newborn twins, because the containers on the two doses look so similar it's easy to mix them up. Thankfully the Quaid twins are both doing well after the terrifying incident. — TMZ Charges have been dropped against Jonathan Rhys Meyers after he was arrested at the Dublin Read more

Sacha Baron Cohen's Bruno Movie, and More


Updated 09/07/07 7:14 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 15 comments

Sacha Baron Cohen's Bruno Movie, and More

After the success of Borat, Sacha Baron Cohen isn't planning to lay low. He has two more big movies in mind, the first of which will focus on his fashion reporter character "Bruno" from "The Ali G Show." Bruno's style is obviously different from Borat's, but they share the same m.o.: to get people to say offensive, controversial or downright stupid things by asking out-of-left-field questions. Read more

Buzz News Roundup, 6/8


Updated 06/09/07 12:07 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 3 comments

Buzz News Roundup, 6/8

Reuters reports on the mixed reactions polygamists have toward HBO's series "Big Love." According to NME, No Doubt are heading into the studio without Gwen Stefani. But Fergie promises fan that the Black Eyed Peas will be back. Reuters brings us news that Sean Connery will not be in the fourth Indiana Jones movie, claiming "retirement is just too damned much fun." Variety says the cast for Mel Read more

MTV Warns Us About "Borat-itus"


Updated 06/05/07 2:05 PM · Posted by · 11 comments

MTV Warns Us About "Borat-itus"

Remember Austin Powers-sclerosis, afflicting all wannabes with the urge to say stuff like "Do I make you horny, baby, yeah, do I?!" There's a new disease in town: Borat-itus. All walks of celebrity, from Donald Trump to Susan Sarandon to Marilyn Manson, came together in this video to warn against this addictive form of unfunny that has taken the world by storm. Just say no. Read more

Buzz News Roundup, 5/25


Updated 05/28/07 6:26 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 4 comments

Buzz News Roundup, 5/25

Media Post has the apology Fox issued about the "American Idol" running late. Variety says we now need another new Capone, since Nicolas Cage will not be in the Untouchables prequel. The Hollywood Reporter has the TV season's overall ratings results. And "Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader?" ranked higher than "Ugly Betty." Zap2it has the scoop on next season's potential new "Heroes." Fox is Read more

What's Buzzworthy: Embarrassing Movies to Watch With Parents


Updated 05/07/08 3:02 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 37 comments

What's Buzzworthy: Embarrassing Movies to Watch With Parents

Last week I invited you all to Buzzworthy the movies you've watched with your parents (or grandparents, or in-laws) that just made you cringe, slump down in your seat, or pretend to yawn, stretch and call it a night. There were some great Buzzworthied DVDs, as well as many comments about embarrassing movie experiences. Check out some of the titles bookmarked by Buzz readers, and then a few Read more

Who Should Play Freddie Mercury?


Updated 05/15/07 1:09 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 45 comments

Who Should Play Freddie Mercury?

The most intriguing news comes from the sketchiest sources: The UK's Daily Mirror is "reporting" that Borat's Sacha Baron Cohen will be playing Queen frontman Freddie Mercury in a biopic about the singer's life. This comes as a surprise since months ago it was confirmed that Johnny Depp would be playing Mercury in a biopic and, well, nobody pushes Johnny out of a role! So, while this news may or Read more

Ali G: Policeman


Updated 05/18/09 1:28 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Ali G: Policeman

Before there was Borat, there was Ali G. Here, he somehow manages to train to be a cop. "Yo, this be 2310. We got a brother, a honkey, and...a Spanish." Oh, brother. Read more