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Bookworm kickoff is coming soon
Original at Chillicothe Gazette
• Thu, May 28
OH The first family movie night is Thursday, June 18, at 6 pm The whole family will enjoy "Jumanji," starring Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst. Throughout the month of June, children in grades 6-12 can participate in a 3-D puzzle challenge. ...
'Jerry Lewis was the best'
Original at Sudbury Star
• Thu, May 28
Canada We had no delay in those days, it was totally live TV. And we just went for it. And Eddie was so young, he had a reckless abandon about him. "And working with Robin Williams and Jerry Lewis and Don Rickles, that was as exciting as it could get for an ...
CARNIVOROUS (DVD Review)
Original at FANGORIA
• Wed, May 27
I guess I've always had a bit of a Good Will Hunting complex, and what I could use right now is for Robin Williams to hug and comfortingly repeat to me, “It's not your fault. It's not your fault.” But since that ain't happening anytime soon, ...
WILLIAMS THANKFUL FOR FAN SUPPORT
Original at Contactmusic.com
• Wed, May 27
UK ROBIN WILLIAMS has assured fans he is recovering well after undergoing heart surgery in March (09). Doctors warned the Good Will Hunting star he would have just weeks to live if he didn't undergo a life-saving heart operation to replace an aortic valve ...
Christopher Morelli, editor of Blue White Illustrated
Original at Gant Daily
• Tue, May 26
PA We can get pretty cynical in this business, but that scene made this reporter want to take on Robin Williams' role in “Good Will Hunting.” I wanted to take Clark by the shoulders and say, “It's not your fault. It's not your fault. ...
In Treatment: Fantasy Therapy for All
Original at PopMatters
• Tue, May 26
IL A similar scene occurs in 1997's Good Will Hunting, which seems to have borrowed much of its sensibility about therapy from Ordinary People. After Will (Matt Damon) has been in therapy for a short time his therapist, Sean Maguire (Robin Williams), ...
Review: FOX's 'Mental'
Original at Chicago Sun-Times
• Mon, May 25
United States By Paige Wiser on May 25, 2009 6:28 AM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0) By Paige Wiser, TV Critic Cross Tom Cruise in "Top Gun" with Robin Williams in "Patch Adams," then take off all their clothes, and you have Dr. Jack Gallagher. ...
Nightcaps performing for 50th anniversary
Original at Dallas Morning News
• Mon, May 25
TX Just recently, band members got royalty checks in the mail after Conan O'Brien and Robin Williams did a version of "Wine, Wine, Wine" on O'Brien's Late Night TV show. As for his fondest memory, Shine remembers a long-ago night in Preston Center. ...
GOOD WILL HUNTING
Original at Film Journal
• Sun, May 24
NY Lambeau also demands that Will see a therapist; after outwitting and alarming several doctors, he finally meets a worthy opponent/ally in Lambeau's old college roommate Sean McGuire (Robin Williams), a professor nursing his own private psychological ...
Robin Williams Continues Comedy Tour
Original at TheCelebrityCafe.com
• Fri, May 22
NY Williams won many awards for his acting, and comedic work. He won an Academy Award for The Dead Poets Society and The Fisher King. He has been in many successful movies such as Mrs. Doubtfire and Good Will Hunting.
Blairstown man stars in musical comedy 'La Cage Aux Folles'
Original at nj.com
• Sat, May 16
BBC News NJ The production was adapted for the screen in 1978 from Jean Poiret's original play, and again in 1996 as "The Birdcage," starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane. Featured in the cast is Scott Hart of Blairstown as Georges. The Barn Theatre is located ...
Doctors gave Williams weeks to live
Original at Ireland Online
• Fri, May 15
Ireland Doctors gave Robin Williams just weeks to live before he underwent life-saving heart surgery in March. The 57-year-old comedian returned to TV on Wednesday night's episode of the 'Late Show with David Letterman', eight weeks after he underwent surgery ...
Lambert, Allen 'Idol' finalists
Original at GoErie.com
• Thu, May 14
MTV UK PA Robin Williams, who had heart surgery eight weeks ago at the Cleveland Clinic, says he and David Letterman "are now brotherhood of the zipper chests." Williams, appearing on CBS' "Late Show with David Letterman," was referring to Letterman's quintuple ...
Robin Williams jokes about his heart surgery
Original at Telegraph.co.uk
• Thu, May 14
United Kingdom Robin Williams, who had heart surgery eight weeks ago, says he and TV talk show host David Letterman "are now brotherhood of the zipper chests". Williams, appearing on CBS's Late Show with David Letterman was referring to Letterman's quintuple bypass ...
Prince Charles Joins Kermit And Friends For The Rainforests
Original at Look To The Stars
• Wed, May 6
The 90-second video features appearances by Harrison Ford, Prince William and Prince Harry, Robin Williams, Daniel Craig, Kermit The Frog, Joss Stone, footballer Pelé and the Dalai Lama. Each star in the film talks of their support for the halting of tropical rainforest deforestation...
Sarah and Richard and Robin and Sandra
Original at Macleans.ca
• Thu, Apr 23
Canada Among other celebs at the event, Robin Williams ambled by. He's shooting a movie in town and showed up at the Windsor Arms lobby where he patiently chatted to anyone who came up to him. I resisted the temptation. Then he made a beeline for Sarah Polley ...
Actor and comedian Robin Williams has heart operation
Original at EnjoyFrance.com
• Mon, Mar 30
France Williams expressed his gratitude on his Internet site for the medical team who had treated him. Williams came to fame in the television comedy Mork and Mindy and he has had many roles in films since then including Good Will Hunting, for which he won an ...
Weekly list: the best kids’ films
Original at NEWS.com.au
• Tue, Mar 17
Australia Aladdin’s another good one with added extras for the grownups via Robin Williams’ fantastic performance as the Genie. I haven’t even seen Madagascar 2 yet. I saw Madagascar 1 and as my shrink’s daughter/ receptionist/ PA told me one time “that movie is ...
Opinion: Robin Williams on the Arsenio Hall Show 4/4Original at YouTube
• Sun, Mar 8
By rss@youtube.com (Trav2016) Keywords: Aresenio Aresenio Hall Robin Williams stand up comic comedy hip hop jacket movie movies celebrities drink entertainment celebrity toys fun funny funnier video funnest live alcohol theatre standup celeb night legend thoughts think drinking Trailer film maker legendary b...
Heart Surgery for Robin WilliamsOriginal at Visit Bulgaria
• Sat, Mar 7
ABC News Monday, comic actor Robin Williams was admitted in to a South Florida hospital, after complaining of shortness of breath. Williams, well-known for playing eccentric characters, rose to stardom with his role in 'Mork & Mindy', the 1978 television series ...
Robin Williams Hospitalized For Heart Problems
Original at gawker.com
• Wed, Mar 4
By Ryan Tate In the midst of a tour, stand-up comic Robin Williams checked into a Miami hospital with "heart issues," the Miami Herald reported. Drudge said the movie star is in "intensive care." Pic: Williams at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah in January. Getty Image.)
Defamer Corners Sundance Sophomore Bobcat Goldthwait
Original at Defamer
• Fri, Jan 23
By STV D: Robin Williams is an inspired choice for the role of Lance, and it works out as one of the most dynamic roles of his career. How and when did he sign on for this? D: Really? BG: Of course! I mean, Hollywood? "Hmm, who else was an annoying '80s comedian? Oh, Bobcat Goldthwait! Let's get him!"
Baby Mama (2008)
Original at netflixcinemajig (WordPress)
• Sun, Nov 23
By kymberg REVIEW: Pretty much what you’d expect from a movie that’s full of past and present SNL cast members. A sentimental farce with some great laughs, it’s exactly what I was looking for. Fey plays the kind of character she does on “30 Rock”, a sensible if sometimes befuddled woman surrounded by u...
Robin Williams Pops Into the UCB Theater
Original at Gothamist
• Wed, Nov 19
By Billy Parker UCB Artistic Director Anthony King told us that having Williams there was "exciting for the audience and the performers." We just hope that the Patch Adams star wasn't "gathering material" after returning to stand-up in recent years.
Opinion: Robin Williams raucous, hilarious at the Palace
Original at Albany Times Union
• Fri, Nov 7
ROBIN WILLIAMS Highlights: Williams' topical political material, an extended bit on how human sex organs must have been designed by an incompetent committee The crowd: Sold out, 2,800 strong, including Albany Mayor Jerry Jennings, whose deep tan brought some show-opening ribbing f...
Don't get bent out of shape over Sarah Silverman
Original at Tallahassee.com
• Wed, Sep 3
By Mark Hinson(noreply@blogger.com) LET'S GO BLOG WILD: In the early '80s, Robin Williams, who was the hottest stand-up comic on the planet at the time, came to Gator Growl for homecoming at the University of Florida. I bought my ticket early. Williams' show was a hoot. This was long before he'd become a caricature of himself. He di...
Opinion: Christopher Guest Joins Night at the Museum 2
Original at The Movie Blog
• Wed, Jul 2
By john@themovieblog.com (John Campea) It looks like improv black belt Christopher Guest will be joining the ever growing and impressive ensemble for Night at the Museum 2. We get the news from our friends at Latino Review: The Trades reported that Christopher Guest is joining Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Robin Williams and Rocky...
DVD Review: Comic Relief: The Greatest ... and the Latest
Original at Blogcritics
• Sat, Jun 14
OH - While I found co-host Robin Williams' irrepressible improv hilarious at times (his obsession with his genitalia is a theme that runs throughout the years), ...
Blu-ray Review: Mrs. Doubtfire
Original at High-Def DVD Digest
• Mon, May 12
By Kenneth S. Brown Robin Williams has always had two distinct audiences -- those who prefer his dark, dramatic performances in ‘Dead Poets Society,’ ‘Good Will Hunting,’ and ‘One Hour Photo,’ and those who enjoy...
Blu-ray Review: Mrs. Doubtfire
Original at TVPredictions.com
• Fri, May 9
By webmaster Mrs. Doubtfire is a wonderful, original and engaging film and presents Robin Williams at his best, doing what he does better than anyone. Robin Williams stars as Daniel Hilliard a voice over actor who has trouble keeping a job and being ...
Patch: Robin Williams, Wife Are Divorcing - TheShowBuzz
Original at CBS News
• Tue, Apr 1
TheShowBuzz Robin Williams, Wife Are Divorcing TheShowBuzz, NY - Apr 1, 2008 He also starred in the 1980s sitcom "Mork & Mindy," and has acted in a number of movies including "Dead Poets Society" and "Patch Adams. ...
Patch: Robin Williams getting divorce - Los Angeles Times
Original at latimes.com
• Thu, Mar 27
Los Angeles Times Robin Williams getting divorce Los Angeles Times, CA - Mar 27, 2008 He also starred in the 1980s sitcom "Mork & Mindy," and has acted in a number of movies including "Dead Poets Society" and "Patch Adams. ...
Patch: Robin Williams and Wife to Divorce - TIME
Original at time.com
• Thu, Mar 27
Robin Williams and Wife to Divorce TIME - Mar 27, 2008 Good Will Hunting. He also starred in the 1980s sitcom Mork & Mindy, and has acted in a number of movies including Dead Poets Society and Patch Adams. ...
Patch: Robin Williams and Wife to Divorce - Enews 2.0
Original at enews20.com
• Wed, Mar 26
Enews 2.0 Robin Williams and Wife to Divorce Enews 2.0, UK - Mar 27, 2008 Garces produced “Mrs. Doubtfire,” “Patch Adams,” “Jakob the Liar” and “Robin Williams Live on Broadway.” They also created together the Windfall Foundation, ...
Patch: Robin Williams, Wife Are Divorcing - The Associated Press
Original at ap.google.com
• Wed, Mar 26
The Associated Press Robin Williams, Wife Are Divorcing The Associated Press - Mar 26, 2008 He also starred in the 1980s sitcom "Mork & Mindy," and has acted in a number of movies including "Dead Poets Society" and "Patch Adams. ...
DVD Review: Mork & Mindy - The Third Season - Blogcritics.org
Original at blogcritics.org
• Mon, Dec 3
DVD Review: Mork & Mindy - The Third Season Blogcritics.org, OH - One cannot ignore the talent of Robin Williams, and after introducing the character of Mork on an episode of Happy Days, it was quite evident why ABC rushed ...
DVD Review: Mork and Mindy – The Third Season
Original at LI Reviews
• Sat, Dec 1
By Ashtyn At the time of Mork & Mindy, Robin Williams was becoming known as one of the best comedians of his time. This show just sealed how popular he was as an entertainer. While the series went through many changes in its four years and ...
DVD Review: Mork & Mindy - The Third Season - Blogcritics.org
Original at blogcritics.org
• Sun, Nov 18
DVD Review: Mork & Mindy - The Third Season Blogcritics.org, OH - Robin Williams’ frenetic, childlike characterization of Mork was so popular that ABC immediately built a whole show around him. Mork & Mindy was an instant ...
Podcast: DVD Verdict 109 - View From the Couch [11/14/07]
Original at DVD Verdict Presents...
• Tue, Nov 13
By thecouch@dvdverdict.com Fully recovered from a nasty head cold, Kent and Michelle are back with a vengeance. Extoll the many virtues of violin virtuoso Andre Rieu. Recall the novelty of "Hooked on Classics." Fear the horror of dealing with Canada Customs. Cower to Kent's love interests of the 1970s. Thrill to the raw i...
TV Apocalypse Continues - End of Day 4
Original at ohnotheydidnt (Livejournal)
• Thu, Nov 8
Robin Williams and David Duchovny. Caption This! Late-night: Jimmy Kimmel, Live ABC, In repeats The Late Show, CBS, In repeats Late Night, NBC, In repeats Saturday Night Live, NBC, In repeats Disney joins Fox in saying Disney Chief Calls ABC ‘Well Prepared’ “NOW!”
Mork And Mindy: Season 2 - DVD Review
Original at All Columns By Mike Noyes At Inside Pulse
• Wed, Oct 31
Some things are better left in our memories. If you grew up watching Mork & Mindy odds are pretty good you thought it was funny. There�s no denying that Robin Williams is a comic genius. The problem with this show is that...
The Night Listener: Movie Review
Original at Wild Bluff Media
• Fri, Aug 24
By Matt Robin Williams has really shifted from where he was in acting 10-20 years ago. These days you get him in a lot more serious, darker roles (Insomnia, One Hour Photo, The Final Cut) where he does very well. Then he’ll stray back into ...
Movie Review: License to Wed
Original at Blogcritics
• Thu, Jul 19
By General Disdain It's probably safe to assume that from my beginning rant, you've figured out I'm not the biggest fan of Robin Williams. I'd say you're mostly right. I simply cannot fathom how anyone can be entertained by his scatter-brained, super-hyper antics. However, when he acts in serious films like G...
Movie Review: License to Wed
Original at Blogcritics
• Wed, Jul 4
By Chris Beaumont I really wanted to like this movie. A focused Robin Williams is a force to be reckoned with, John Krasinski is an up and coming star, and Mandy Moore is perfect in these light romantic comedy roles. The stars were there. Unfortunately, try as I did, I could not truly like this fitfully entertain...
Podcast: Weekly Blend 99: The Transformers Episode
Original at Cinema Blend
• Sun, Jul 1
By rafe@cinemablend.com It's July and that means Transformers and Robin Williams as a minister. We talk about both of those upcoming movies, as well as how wrong we were about Live Free or Die Hard (which was awesome). Other news includes Pixar's John Lasseter now in charge of Disney animation, three sequels you can...
Robin Williams is always learning from his kids
Original at Celebrity Baby Blog
• Sat, Jun 23
By Raye, CBB Contributor After 18 years of marriage to Marsha Garces and three children, Robin Williams, 55, has learned that he still has a lot to learn. The License to Wed star says those I know it all phases are temporary as his... After 18 years of marriage to Marsha Garces and three children, Robin Williams, 55, has l...
Hollywood PrivacyWatch: Robin Williams Delights Thai Restaurant Patrons With Impressions Of Thai Elvis, Thai John Wayne, Thai Jack, Thai Rabbi...
Original at Defamer
• Fri, Jun 8
In today's episode: Robin Williams; Judd Apatow, Leslie Mann, Iris and Maude Apatow; Lane Garrison and Joe Simpson; Bradley Cooper; Jenna Elfman and Ted Raimi; Alyssa Milano; Madeleine Stowe; Ed Helms; Angela Kinsey, Kate Flannery, and Melora Hardin; Michael Rosenbaum; Delilah And...
Robin Williams Delights Thai Restaurant Patrons With Impressions Of Thai Elvis, Thai John Wayne, Thai Jack, Thai Rabbi...
Original at Defamer.com
• Fri, Jun 8
By Seth In today's episode: Robin Williams; Judd Apatow, Leslie Mann, Iris and Maude Apatow; Lane Garrison and Joe Simpson; Bradley Cooper; Jenna Elfman and Ted Raimi; Alyssa Milano; Madeleine Stowe; Ed Helms; Angela Kinsey, Kate Flannery, and Melora Hardin; Michael Rosenbaum; Delilah And...
Robin Williams Delights Thai Restaurant Patrons With Impressions Of Thai Elvis, Thai John Wayne, Thai Jack, Thai Rabbi...
Original at Gawker
• Fri, Jun 8
By Seth In today's episode: Robin Williams; Judd Apatow, Leslie Mann, Iris and Maude Apatow; Lane Garrison and Joe Simpson; Bradley Cooper; Jenna Elfman and Ted Raimi; Alyssa Milano; Madeleine Stowe; Ed Helms; Angela Kinsey, Kate Flannery, and Melora Hardin; Michael Rosenbaum; Delilah And...
DVD Review: Man Of The Year - Robin Williams For President!
Original at Blogcritics
• Mon, Apr 2
By Richard Marcus This is the quandary that Barry Levinson has created for Robin Williams' character in the movie Man Of The Year, recently released on DVD. Mr. Williams plays a political comic with his own television show along the lines of many today, but is completely non-partisan. He thinks both the Repu...