Fashion Star, on NBC
Thirteen designers vie for the chance to launch a clothing line at some of America's biggest retailers in this premiere. Celebrity mentors Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson and John Varvatos guide the contestants through weekly challenges that test their skills and vision.
Q: I saw Susan Saint James in an episode of "Suits" about a year ago. Has she done anything else lately? I feel like it's been a long time since I've seen her.
TV star Susan Saint James officially retired from acting after her hit sitcom "Kate & Allie" ended in 1989, however she seems to need a break from retirement now and then. About once per decade.
In the '90s, she did a guest spot on "The Drew Carey Show," playing the mother of her real-life niece Christa Miller's character, Kate.
Ten years later, she guested on a 2006 episode of "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." This time, her only link to the show was as a fan.
Glee, on Fox
The cast marks a milestone with its 500th musical performance in this special edition. When McKinley High's glee club must choose a song from a movie, they sing the "Animal House" anthem "Shout." Meanwhile, Rachel and Kurt have a visitor in New York.
The Rachel Zoe Project, on Bravo
A celebrated stylist and burgeoning designer kicks off a night of fashion with this premiere. This season, the reality series follows Zoe as she expands into womenswear and accessories and works to launch a blow-dry salon.
Q: Is it true that Laurence Fishburne had a role in "Apocalypse Now"? Was that his first role?
Laurence Fishburne's climb to fame was long and slow, and it started even before 1979's "Apocalypse Now."
He did appear in a bit role as a soldier in Francis Ford Coppola's war-drama masterpiece, however seven years prior, he was playing an adopted street kid on "One Life to Live."
It was a fairly large role for someone his age, and he said he "learned a lot."
He opened up about his time on the legendary soap in an interview on ABC's "The View."
Smash, on NBC
Karen wonders whether or not she can really trust Jimmy, and Ivy meets her new co-star (guest star Sean Hayes). As Ivy's heart sinks, Jimmy and Kyle face a crisis after the "Hit List" read-through, and Tom reveals his suspicions about Peter.
Mike & Molly, on CBS
Life isn't exactly picture-perfect for Molly when she reviews her wedding photos and realizes they look terrible. Elsewhere, Christina's ex-husband returns to the scene, making Carl jealous. Melissa McCarthy and Billy Gardell star in this comedy.
Q: My kids love The Fresh Beat Band. Have they released a CD or album?
They released two, apparently while you weren't looking.
In fact, they did seem to rush them out, but it was more likely in reaction to the popularity of the first album, released in January 2012, that they released another just 10 months later.
New Releases for the week of March 3 - March 9
Wreck-It Ralph
Ralph is a video game villain. While attending a support group with villains from other video games, Ralph expresses his desire to break out of his bad-guy role, to do good instead. He’s tired of being left out and shunned by others back home. When Ralph learns he can win medals in someone else’s game, he leaves his home behind and sets out on an adventure. But with Ralph gone, his home game is malfunctioning, and malfunctioning games get unplugged.
Director: Rich Moore. Stars: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer, Jane Lynch, Mindy Kaling, Ed O'Neill, Dennis Haysbert. 2012. 108 min. Animated.
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part II
After giving birth and transforming from human to vampire, Bella awakens and begins to adapt to her new life and abilities. When Alice sees an ominous vision of the Volturi coming after Renesme and massacring the Cullens, the family assembles its allies and prepares for the impending final battle.
Director: Bill Condon. Stars: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Peter Facinelli, Elizabeth Reaser, Ashley Greene, Jackson Rathbone, Kellan Lutz, Nikki Reed. 2012. 115 min. Fantasy.
Red Dawn
U.S. Marine Jed Eckert awakes to find his hometown overrun with North Korean soldiers. As the invaders take the town, Jed, his brother and some other local youths escape and set up camp in the woods. Refusing to leave their home in the hands of the enemy, the group decides to fight back. Calling themselves the Wolverines, they gather intelligence and wage guerrilla warfare on their occupiers.
Director: Dan Bradley. Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Josh Peck, Josh Hutcherson, Adrianne Palicki, Isabel Lucas, Connor Cruise, Will Yun Lee, Jeffrey Dean Morgan. 2012. 93 min. Action.
Playing for Keeps
George is a washed-up soccer player and a deadbeat dad. Selling his own sports paraphernalia for money, he is always one step away from eviction. When he finds out his ex-wife is engaged to another man, George hits rock bottom. After being cornered into coaching his son’s soccer team, George’s luck suddenly shifts. Women are throwing themselves at him and ESPN is offering him a job, but what he really wants is his family back.
Director: Gabriele Muccino. Stars: Jessica Biel, Gerard Butler, Noah Lomax, Dennis Quaid, Uma Thurman, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Judy Greer, David Tupper. 2012. 105 min. Comedy.
Lean, Deen machine: 'Not My Mama's Meals' still going strong one year later
Bobby Deen in "Not My Mama's Meals"
I’m sure Bobby Deen would forgive us if we labelled his show as “Deen Light.”