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Cool stuff on DVD this week

Ooh, some good discs arrive in stores today, so you have no excuse to sit at home and watch Celebrity Rehab this weekend ... that is, unless you want to. A quick peek: Release o' the week: Damages: The Complete...

What TV have you discovered during the strike?

While the writers' strike has been a major source of depression this winter, it has also prompted several TV discoveries. For example, lately I've become obsessed with watching the Food Network HD. Before the strike, I didn't even know I...

Indie 'Zero' turns 10

In 1998, Ben Stiller and Bill Pullman starred in a little movie about "the world's most private detective" called Zero Effect. It didn't rake in big bucks at the box office, but it became a cult favorite among those who...

The next great talk show

I just finished watching the first episode of Visits with J.D. Ryznar, and I'm already addicted. Fans of the online series Yacht Rock may recognize Ryznar as the actor who plays Michael McDonald. If you don't know who he is,...

Oscar's top tunes, by the lyrics

EW.com has posted a cool graphic that analyzes what lyrics are most popular in Oscar-winning songs. The word "love," for instance, pops up 75 times, while "heart" appears 45 times. (You'll find, um, "hoes" only five times. I'm pretty sure...

Early buzz: 'Lost,' a 'Wire' auction, 'Knight Rider' and more

Greetings! Last night I had primary fever again, so I'll try to catch up with Nip/Tuck this morning. As for Lost, don't forget that we'll start discussing the show immediately after its premiere tomorrow night. (Avoid the comments if you...

A glimpse into the past

Pop reader Jimmy D told me about how the Library of Congress has started posting photos on Flickr. Head to this page, and you can view thousands of historic images. Explains the library's website: "We are offering two sets of...

Brian K. Vaughan talks 'Lost'

First of all, happy Y day! I hope all of you Y: The Last Man fans aren't disappointed by the final issue of the series (I wasn't), and I'm eager to hear your thoughts. While I had writer Brian K....

More island talk: What's up with tonight's 'Lost'?

I've received a few questions about tonight's episode of Lost. At 9 ET, ABC is repeating last season's shocking finale and promoting it as an "enhanced" episode. The New York Times has a screengrab from the ep -- think of...

Nothing beats a zombie ... with a cape

My friend James tells me a hot rumor is going around that a Marvel Zombies animated feature could be coming to DVD. Now I'm not much of a superhero reader, but I do have a soft spot for Zombies, which...