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Article: THE STAIRCASE – new episodes coming soon

Posted November 28th, 2012, 1:11 PM by Sundance Channel

Sundance Channel announced today that it has co-produced and will premiere two new installments of the critically acclaimed crime documentary, THE STAIRCASE, by Oscar®-winning director Jean-Xavier de Lestrade (MURDER ON A SUNDAY MORNING). Beginning January 7 at 10:00pm e/p, Sundance Channel will air an encore performance of the original eight-part Peabody Award-winning series in its entirety—a program described by The New York Times as “a masterpiece…so brilliantly conceived, reported, filmed and paced that you may come to wish it were twice as long.” Following the first eight installments, Sundance Channel will debut two hour-long never-before-seen episodes entitled THE STAIRCASE: LAST CHANCE, which will explore new and explosive developments in the life of author Michael Peterson whose sensational murder trial made headlines across the country. The new episodes air on March 4th and March 11th at 10:00pm e/p.

Article: RESTLESS — Gear up for Part 1

Posted November 27th, 2012, 4:11 PM by Sundance Channel

In Part 1 of Sundance Channel’s original miniseries RESTLESS, premiering on Friday, December 7th at 9P, Ruth Gilmartin (Michelle Dockery) will find out her mother isn’t who she thought she was. But just how did Eva Delectorskaya (Hayley Atwell) become a spy? And what, exactly, does she know that might be putting her life at risk decades after WWII was won? We’re not going to spoil anything for you, but get a sneak peak with these photos from RESTLESS.

Article: How to dress like a 1940s spy

Posted November 27th, 2012, 2:11 PM by Paul Ohan

Recreating the world at the time of WWII in RESTLESS couldn’t have been done without the right character styling. Led by costume designer Charlotte Holdich, who knows a thing or two about pre-war fashion, the team tasked with dressing the cast brought the past to life.

Article: RESTLESS — Meet the characters

Posted November 20th, 2012, 12:11 PM by Sundance Channel

When it comes to the world of espionage, everyone plays their own cast of characters. That’s what makes watching spy thrillers such an undertaking… you’ve got to keep up with who is who (not to mention who is double-crossing who). So to help you stay on top of all of the intrigue we’ve got in store for Sundance Channel’s original miniseries RESTLESS, we’ve got photos of all of the key players. Commit them to memory… and then burn the originals.

Article: ICONOCLASTS season finale: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar + Chuck D

Posted November 20th, 2012, 10:11 AM by Nina Hämmerling Smith

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is Chuck D’s hero. Of course, he’s a lot of people’s heroes. He is, after all, indisputably one of the greatest basketball players of all time, with six NBA championships, eight MVP awards and more career points than anyone ever (33,387, to be precise). His jersey number, 33, was retired by his alma mater, UCLA, and both of the pro teams he played for, the Milwaukee Bucks and the L.A. Lakers. But that’s just for starters; learn more about what makes him truly extraordinary on tonight’s powerful season finale of ICONOCLASTS.

Article: Spy on the action behind the scenes of RESTLESS

Posted November 15th, 2012, 2:11 PM by Sundance Channel

Can’t wait for the December 7th premiere of Sundance Channel’s original miniseries RESTLESS? Then put on your most intriguing disguise and slip behind the scenes for a look at the cast in action. Need more of stars Michelle Dockery and Hayley Atwell? We snuck the trailer out from behind enemy lines so you can find out what happens when your comfortable life becomes one thread in a chilling, WWII mystery.

Article: PUSH GIRLS start production on season 2

Posted November 15th, 2012, 1:11 PM by Sundance Channel

“Once in a great while a show comes along to remind us that reality television need not be defined by The Real Housewives or Jersey Shore. That, in fact, there are wonderful and valuable things the genre can do that scripted shows simply cannot. PUSH GIRLS is one of those shows.”
-Los Angeles Times

Sundance Channel announced today that their original and critically-acclaimed docu-series PUSH GIRLS has begun production in Los Angeles for a 10-episode second season set to air in 2013. PUSH GIRLS, touted as “captivating” by Time Magazine’s James Poniewozik, was a conversation starter last June when it launched with widespread acclaim from both viewers and critics alike, for the genuine and ground-breaking depiction of four beautiful, intelligent and inspiring women who use wheelchairs.

Article: ICONOCLASTS: Brilliant renegades Jamie Oliver + Paul Smith

Posted November 13th, 2012, 10:11 AM by Nina Hämmerling Smith

“There’s a fine line between someone that’s shit and someone that’s renegade and brilliant,” says celebrity chef Jamie Oliver. Guess which side he and his chum Sir Paul Smith stand on.

Article: Top 10 reasons we love comedian Matt Walsh

Posted November 12th, 2012, 3:11 PM by Jesse Hassenger

If you’ve watched a few Hollywood comedies in the past three or four years, chances are you’ve caught a glimpse of Matt Walsh. Comic bit player is sort of his secret identity, which transforms into super funny Upright Citizens Brigade founder and improv master on stage. Here are ten reasons to love this under-sung comic genius.

Tune into see Matt Walsh on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS, Monday November 12th 10p.

Article: Once a spy, always a spy: Sneak a peek at RESTLESS

Posted November 12th, 2012, 3:11 PM by Sundance Channel

We’re ready to reveal a big secret…it’s the trailer for the Sundance Channel original miniseries RESTLESS. You’ll have to wait until Friday, December 7th at 9P to catch the first installment of our adaptation of the acclaimed William Boyd novel, but this should hold you over. You can also check out dossiers on the RESTLESS cast, including Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey) and Hayley Atwell (CAPTAIN AMERICA).

Article: Tonight on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS: actress Kristin Bauer and comedian Matt Walsh

Posted November 12th, 2012, 10:11 AM by Sundance Channel

The final episode of this season of THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS kicks off with actress, and popular vampire, Kristin Bauer van Straten. Bauer’s best known as Pam Swynford De Beaufort on HBO’s True Blood, and she’s further extended her dark fantasy credentials with a stint as the evil Maleficent on ABC’s Once Upon a Time. She loves to play creepy ladies!

Article: Top 10 reasons we love "True Blood" star Kristin Bauer van Straten

Posted November 09th, 2012, 10:11 AM by s.e. smith

Don’t let those fangs mislead you. Kristin Bauer, or Kristin Bauer van Straten as we’re supposed to call her now that she’s a married woman, is quite possibly the sweetest woman on Earth. While she might make your knees knock in roles like Pam on True Blood, Kristin’s passionate about animal welfare and environmental issues and she’s an outspoken advocate for whales and victims of animal testing. We can’t imagine what she might have to be mortified about, but we’ll be finding out this week on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS…won’t you join us? Here are ten reasons we’re hyped about this sweetheart from Wisconsin!

Tune into see Kristin Bauer van Straten on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS, Monday November 12th 10p.

Article: Get ready for five great new shows on Sundance Channel

Posted November 07th, 2012, 2:11 PM by Sundance Channel

Sundance Channel is excited to share our 2013/2014 original scripted development slate today. We’ve got five provocative new dramas that put an emphasis on complicated characters and daring approaches to storytelling.

There is a lot of high caliber, award winning talent– many with roots in filmmaking –behind these projects, which include: VALENTINES from producer Robert Redford and writer Olaf Olafsson, BEHIND THE SUN from producers Steve Buscemi and Stanley Tucci and writer Dylan Gary, THE DESCENDANTS from producer Sarah Condon and writer Aaron Guzikowski, T from producer Ira Glass and writers Dan Futterman and Anya Epstein, and DEATH IN THE MODERN AGE from producers Bob Cooper, JJ Jamieson and Michael Fuchs and writers Josh Shaffer & Eli Kooris.

Article: Top 10 reasons we love Adam Goldberg

Posted November 05th, 2012, 10:11 AM by s.e. smith

Are you ready to get mortified with Adam Goldberg? We’re excited to get a peek into this renaissance man’s most embarrassing moments on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS this week, although with a man who lives as out loud as he does, it’s hard to imagine which secrets he might be keeping. YGoldberg’s got a whole laundry list of tricks up his sleeve, and he’s got both comedy and drama down to a science. You might know him from his role as Mellish in SAVING PRIVATE RYAN, a high school outcast in DAZED AND CONFUSED, or as the lovable romantic in 2 DAYS IN PARIS.

Tune into see Adam Goldberg on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS, Monday November 5th 10p.

Article: Tonight on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS: Actor Adam Goldberg

Posted November 05th, 2012, 10:11 AM by Sundance Channel

Actor Adam Goldberg (SAVING PRIVATE RYAN, 2 DAYS IN PARIS) goes out of his way to share some of the most mortifying memories of his childhood. It just may be that the anxious, neurotic characters he portrays are expressions of the awkward kid he used to be.

Article: ICONOCLASTS: Strong women Christy Turlington Burns + Tory Burch

Posted October 30th, 2012, 10:10 AM by Nina Hämmerling Smith

“I really like when strong women stand up and help other women,” says fashion designer Tory Burch of supermodel-turned-activist Christy Turlington Burns. At a time when women’s basic rights are in danger abroad and at home, it’s inspiring to see two women turn their own success into something greater. Tune in to tonight’s episode of ICONOCLASTS (8P on Sundance Channel) to see them in action.

Article: Tonight on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS: Comedian Tig Notaro and Parenthood’s Jason Ritter

Posted October 29th, 2012, 2:10 PM by Sundance Channel

It’s another twofer tonight on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS. Tune in first for one of the more daring stand-up comics around, Tig Notaro. In addition to her live shows, she’s also been featured on The Sarah Silverman Program and Comedy Central Presents and is one of the few comics brave enough to have written a comedy monologue about cancer (based on her own experience). Tig’s followed by the dashing young actor Jason Ritter, whose recurring role on NBC’s Parenthood has earned him an Emmy nomination. Watch both of them open up about the awkward moments that made them who they are today.

Article: Top 10 reasons we love ‘Parenthood’ star Jason Ritter

Posted October 29th, 2012, 12:10 PM by Norm Schrager

Having a famous last name in the entertainment industry can be a lot to live up to. But Jason Ritter (Parenthood) has carved out his own distinct place on the small and silver screens, keeping it cool in dozens of roles. He’s an actor that doesn’t demand a lot of fanfare — he’s just dependable as the brother, the boyfriend and, sometimes, the bad ass. Of all the reasons to love Jason and his surprisingly diverse career, we picked ten of our favorite Ritter moments.

Article: ALL ON THE LINE: Nicole Richie in the season finale

Posted October 29th, 2012, 10:10 AM by Sundance Channel

This week on ALL ON THE LINE, Joe Zee lends a hand to Nicole Richie for her upcoming fashion line in a season finale that’s not to be missed.

Richie’s preparing her new line for a featured spot on QVC. It’s her biggest test yet as a budding fashion designer, creating clothing for a retailer that reaches 200 million homes and sells $9 billion worth of products each year. Can Joe Zee help her get ready for prime time? Joe may have his hands full with an established celebrity and a strong personality.

Article: Top 10 reasons we love Tig Notaro

Posted October 26th, 2012, 2:10 PM by Paul Ohan

Tig Notaro’s genius has always rested in her innate sense of humor and impeccable comedic timing. She calls out the absurdity of any situation with a Southerner’s warmth and courtesy. None of that uptight, anxious, Northern-neurotic yelling here. She keeps her cool so well, Tig may have changed the way people in our culture deal with the Big C. Check out these ten reasons why you should be diggin her scene.

Article: Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar & Chuck D will close out ICONOCLASTS

Posted October 26th, 2012, 11:10 AM by Sundance Channel

Sundance Channel and GREY GOOSE ENTERTAINMENT® have announced the ICONOCLASTS season six finale pairing: basketball Hall of Famer, historian and social activist Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Chuck D, one of hip-hop’s most colossal voices. In the episode, which will air on Tuesday, November 13 at 8:00pm et/pt, the two visionaries rejoin forces after previously working together…

Article: Tired of waiting for Community? Get some MORTIFIED Gillian Jacobs, pin-up style

Posted October 23rd, 2012, 11:10 AM by Sundance Channel

Hot damn! Did you see Community’s Gillian Jacobs, one of our latest THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS guests, sexin’ it up with costar Alison Brie over at been postponed indefinitely:

Article: ICONOCLASTS: Seth MacFarlane + Norah Jones make beautiful music together

Posted October 23rd, 2012, 10:10 AM by Nina Hämmerling Smith

What exactly do a smooth-voiced singer-songwriter and a rough-humored comic-animator have in common? Find out on this week’s ICONOCLASTS — tonight at 8P on Sundance Channel — when Grammy-winning chanteuse Norah Jones helps us see a new side of Family Guy auteur Seth MacFarlane.

Article: Tonight on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS: actor and filmmaker Mark Duplass

Posted October 22nd, 2012, 2:10 PM by Sundance Channel

Actor. Director. Know-it-all pirate. These are just some of the titles held by Mark Duplass, tonight’s guest and topic of conversation on THE MORTIFIED SESSIONS. One of the founding members of the mumblecore movement, you may recognize Duplass from such films as THE PUFFY CHAIR, CYRUS and JEFF, WHO LIVES AT HOME.

Article: ALL ON THE LINE: From celebrity heights to everyday appeal

Posted October 22nd, 2012, 10:10 AM by Sundance Channel

Joe Zee works with LA based fashion designer Ina Soltani to bring her high-end fashion line back down to Earth. Soltani’s struggling line is aimed squarely at the fashion jet set, and she has dressed celebrities from Kim Kardashian to Eva Longoria. But is this a big enough crowd to support a fashion line? And are her celebrity connections enough to justify the high cost to average consumers?

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