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PBS’ “Constitution USA” breathes new life into the historic document

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PBS’ “Constitution USA” breathes new life into the historic document

By Jacqueline Cutler Three of the most majestic — certainly the most democratic — words in the English language are the start of the United States Constitution: “We the people.” To see how the Constitution continues to be brought to life, Peter Sagal (pictured) of NPR’s Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me! news quiz show sets out across the country on a customized red, white and blue Harley-Davidson, interviewing various people along the way. The result is PBS’ four-week series Constitution USA With Peter Sagal. “The great thing about Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me! is it treats everything with [...]

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David Tennant plays it straight in BBC America’s “Spies of Warsaw”

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David Tennant plays it straight in BBC America’s “Spies of Warsaw”

Spies of Warsaw concludes its two-part run April 10. By John Crook There’s something almost puppy-like about the way David Tennant bounds into this Beverly Hills restaurant with a face-splitting grin. He’s dressed chic-casual, slacks and sport coat over a vintage Brit-rock T-shirt, his face stubbly for Broadchurch, the British police drama he’s due to start filming the week after this meeting. That show will air later this year on BBC America, but he’s here right now to talk about Spies of Warsaw, another BBC America production, which premiered April 3 and concludes April 10. Filmed on location in the [...]

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HBO’s Phil Spector movie showcases Al Pacino and Helen Mirren

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HBO’s Phil Spector movie showcases Al Pacino and Helen Mirren

The HBO original movie Phil Spector — a fictional account written by playwright David Mamet (Glengarry Glen Ross) — explores the relationship between Phil Spector (Al Pacino) and defense attorney Linda Kenney Baden (Helen Mirren), who represented Spector during his 2007 trial for the killing of actress Lana Clarkson in 2003. Mamet examines the complicated personality that Phil Spector embodies: a brilliant but eccentric music producer who revolutionized pop music in the 1960s, and who in the years leading up to the murder trial lived as a virtual recluse in a mock castle in suburban Los Angeles. Phil Spector premieres Sunday, [...]

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“Bates Motel” series delves into the past of “Psycho” killer

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“Bates Motel” series delves into the past of “Psycho” killer

Bates Motel on A&E premieres Monday, March 18, at 10pm ET. This modern-day prequel to Alfred Hitchcock’s genre-defining film Psycho comes from executive producers Carlton Cuse (Lost) and Kerry Ehrin (Friday Night Lights) and intends to give viewers an intimate portrayal of how Norman Bates’ psyche unravels through his teenage years. Fans will have access to Norman’s dark, twisted backstory and learn how deeply intricate his relationship with his mother Norma truly is. Stars Vera Farmiga (Up in the Air) and Freddie Highmore (August Rush). By Kate O’Hare In the 1960 Alfred Hitchcock thriller Psycho, embezzling secretary Marion Crane (Janet [...]

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Nuestra Belleza Latina Season 7 premieres March 10 on Univision

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Univision’s hit reality beauty competition Nuestra Belleza Latina (Our Latin Beauty) will return for Season 7 this Sunday, March 10, at 8pm ET/PT. New twists to the show in Season 7 will include an international challenge, new cast additions and the most A-list celebrity guest counselors ever, according to the network. Hosted by Giselle Blondet, Nuestra Belleza Latina will again combine unscripted elements with the features of a beauty competition. Showcasing young Latinas from across the United States and Puerto Rico, Nuestra Belleza Latina features three of 30 contestants who have already been crowned beauty queens in their native countries. [...]

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Argentine Primera Division: San Lorenzo vs Tigre March 10 on Telemundo

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It’s going to be a busy soccer day this Sunday, March 10, for Telemundo soccer announcers AndrĂ©s Cantor and Sammy Sadovnik. Not only are they calling the Liga MX matchup of Chivas vs Pachuca, but earlier in the day the duo will also be calling the Argentine Primera Division matchup of San Lorenzo vs Tigre, airing live on Telemundo at 4pm ET. San Lorenzo vs Tigre looks to be a special matchup for one man in particular, as current Tigre manager Nestor “Pipo” Gorosito coaches against the team that considers him one of its all-time great players. Gorosito played for [...]

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Liga MX: Chivas vs Pachuca March 10 on Telemundo

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Liga MX: Chivas vs Pachuca March 10 on Telemundo

With the first half of Liga MX now over, the true playoff chase begins to intensify, as exemplified by the matchup of Chivas vs Pachuca this Sunday, March 10, live at 7pm ET on Telemundo. Once again, AndrĂ©s Cantor and Sammy Sadovnik will have the call. Pachuca has the momentum coming in, currently fifth in the standings, just five points away from the top, after defeating San Luis at home 2-1 in their last league match. Pachuca’s X factor could be Angel Reyna, who has scored two goals in the last two matches, including the game winner against San Luis. [...]

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WWE Raw goes old school on March 4

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Wooooo! “Nature Boy” Ric Flair is one of the WWE Hall-of-Famers confirmed to be appearing at tonight’s edition of WWE Monday Night Raw as the long-running series goes Old School March 4 at 8pm ET on USA Network. Along with Ric Flair, “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, Dusty Rhodes, “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan, Mae Young, Honky Tonk Man, Sgt. Slaughter, New Age Outlaws and Mean Gene Okerlund are also among the WWE Legends confirmed to appear on the special Old School edition of WWE Raw, according to WWE. No word at this point on what the old timers will be [...]

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Argentine Primera Division: San Lorenzo vs River Plate March 3 on Telemundo

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Telemundo will be airing an intense rivalry in the Argentine Primera Division of soccer with San Lorenzo vs River Plate this Sunday, March 3, live at 3pm ET. Andrés Cantor will call San Lorenzo vs River Plate, with Sammy Sadovnik providing analysis and commentary. River is currently on a roll with Ramón Díaz back at the helm as manager, as they are undefeated with three wins in three matches. Their strong start has positioned them as co-leaders in the early stages of the tournament alongside Lanús after most recently defeating Tigre by a score of 3-2. That win was made [...]

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