Critics’ Choice Awards Winners: Geeks, Rap Stars and Amy, Archer and The Americans
Jun01

Critics’ Choice Awards Winners: Geeks, Rap Stars and Amy, Archer and The Americans

It was a night of fresh faces being anointed and returning favorites being rewarded with more acclaim at the fifth annual Critics’ Choice Television Awards.   The awards, considered by many to be a precursor to the Emmys, are voted on by the Broadcast Television Journalists Association (BTJA) and were presented at the Beverly Hilton Sunday night at a gala hosted by Cat Deeley, which was broadcast live on A&E.   In what...

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Television Academy Honors Salute Six Noteworthy Programs
May31

Television Academy Honors Salute Six Noteworthy Programs

They are the programs on television that are most effective in creating awareness and often social change around important issues, whether they be pure entertainment or documentary in form – or anywhere along the spectrum. Sometimes they are hard to watch, whether they elicit tears, or discomfort– and sometimes, nervous laughter. As a general rule, they are enlightening and challenging. Programs like “Transparent,” “Virunga” and...

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Excitement Builds for 5th Annual Critics’ Choice Television Awards on A&E
May29

Excitement Builds for 5th Annual Critics’ Choice Television Awards on A&E

While its sister awards for films have been around for two decades now, the Critics’ Choice Television Awards, airing Sunday night on A&E, will be just five years old. Yet in that short time, early childhood in terms of awards show longevity, the CCTAs have made a deep impact on the TV industry. Growing from a luncheon in its first year to several years of non-televised gala dinners that recognize multiple categories of artistry...

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Toe to Toe with ‘Togetherness,’ ‘Portlandia’ and ‘The Last Man on Earth’
May27

Toe to Toe with ‘Togetherness,’ ‘Portlandia’ and ‘The Last Man on Earth’

“Portlandia.” “Togetherness.” “The Last Man on Earth.” They are three of the most eclectic, indie comedies on television, each with a unique point of view that has garnered enthusiastic audiences. They have something else in common. All are hoping their efforts will be recognized this awards season. The creators of the three shows came together at an FYC event at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Beverly Hills May 21....

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Celebrating Good Times for a Great Cause at Sir Elton John’s Oscar Bash
Feb27

Celebrating Good Times for a Great Cause at Sir Elton John’s Oscar Bash

Even a torrential downpour couldn’t dampen the spirits at the 23rd annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party hosted by Sir Elton John and David Furnish. In spectacular fashion, the event raised nearly $6 million for AIDS research. With all those funds raised for a good cause, the glitzy celebration marks the grand finale to awards season, beginning with cocktails before the Oscars followed by a festive five-course...

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