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Friday, September 14, 2012

A&E's 'Bates Motel' Adds Max Thieriot as Norman's Brother

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A&E's Bates Motel has given Norman Bates an older brother.

Kit Kittredge: An American Girl alum Max Thieriot has joined the network's Psycho prequel playing the older brother to the budding psychopath, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.

STORY: A&E's 'Psycho' Prequel 'Bates Motel' Finds its Young Norman

FromLost'sCarlton CuseandFriday Night Lights'Kerry Ehrin,Bates Motelwill explore Norman's relationship with his mother, Norma and offer a look at his backstory that helped forge the infamous serial killer.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory's Freddie Highmore will play the young Norman, while Academy Award nominee Vera Farmiga will play his mother, Norma. Thieriot will play Dylan, Norma's oldest son and the big brother to Norman who is described as a petulant and rebellious James Dean-type.

EXCLUSIVE PHOTO: A&E Goes Full Hitchcock in 'Bates Motel' Teaser Art

Thieriot, repped by Gersh, Viewpoint and McKuin Frankel, most recently starred in ABC's untitled Roland Emmerich drama as an astrophysics grad student who learns he's the chosen one to destroy the forces of evil. ABC passed on the project in May.

Bates Motel, which bypassed the traditional pilot stage and was ordered straight to series, will premiere next year.

Email: Lesley.Goldberg@thr.com; Twitter: @Snoodit

'Fringe': New PSA Reveals Strict Residency Rules for 2036 (Exclusive Video)

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Welcome to 2036.

In the third Fringe PSA featuring the Fedora-loving Observers, exclusive to The Hollywood Reporter, the topic (aka Edict 5) centers on residential protocol for the "natives" and their rights.

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Like all things, there are restraints to the rules: "Natives" must remain in their quadrant and it must take place "during daylight time periods." But that's not all. There are repercussions to not following the strict protocol established.

Heed. Obey. Serve.

The first two PSAs, featuring Captain Windmark (Michael Kopsa), revolved around travel and cerebral scans, acting as a preview -- of sorts -- to Fringe's fifth and final season.

Watch the third PSA below:

Fringe returns for the final season Sept. 28 on Fox.

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'X Factor' Recap: Old Souls, Glitter, Stalkers and a Potential Star (Video)

Perhaps the least satisfying part about Thursday nights second episode of The X Factor was the length of time. Clocking in at just one hour, it just wasnt enough.

The rebooted version of the show -- no host, backstage footage of the contestants before they hit the stage, mean girl cattiness and competitiveness, and plenty of close-ups of Britney Spears and her pained expressions -- is quite simply, riveting television. The show also found a potential future pop star in Providence and a shorter, heavier, but unbelievably talented 34-year old Adam Lambert disciple in San Francisco.

PHOTOS: 'X Factor' Season 1 Finale: The High and Low Notes

Even better is the documentary-style feel of it all. From the get-go, you are there with the young hopefuls -- in the car, in the cattle call, turning in the paperwork, in the holding area and taking that last, nervous breath right along with them as they take the stage.

Contestant Johnny Maxwell summed it up best, exclaiming that being backstage made him feel like one of the stars in concert you go to see.

Maxwell is an appealing candidate from the start, nervously assessing the situation with one comment to his mother, Theres a heckuva lot of people here.

His mother, Rachel, in a moment of encouragement, told her son, This is the performance of a lifetime, not an audition. Yeah, thats sure to make him calm.

Bravely, Maxwell auditioned with an original song (all of these hopefuls can thank season ones Chris Rene for first taking the risk, proving that sometimes you can impress showing everything you can do upfront). Whats interesting about Maxwell is his song is essentially a hip-hop rap composition, but he also sings his own hook, displaying a sweet tenor. Its interesting and likable at the same time, and his positive lyrics -- been through some struggles, but gotta hold on -- encapsulated his moment perfectly, showcasing his ambition as well as his confident stage presence all at once.

That was a great risk and exactly what we need, said L.A. Reid, while Demi Lovato praised his swag. Cowell told Maxwell he had steel in his eyes (he gave this same assessment to Justin Bieber lookalike Reed Deming on Wednesday nights premiere episode, fyi). It will be interesting to see what Maxwell does in Boot Camp.

Of course, how was the show going to top the mean girls from Wednesday nights episode? No problem, as 22-year old Lexa Berman, who boasted a look judge Simon Cowell proclaimed as Jersey Shore meets the Kardashians, tried to psyche out competitor Paige Strooback by bragging about her acting, dancing and singing skills. Strooback, and the judges, were less than impressed by her lame re-creation of Alex Clares Too Close. Spearscalled Berman out for singing the entire song in "one tone," andLovato correctly cited a likeability problem.

[At first, I thought], wow, this girl is gorgeous,'" she said. "But you came off as really overconfident and it wasn't likable."

At least we know what not to do, said Strooback, whose audition was curiously not aired.

Lovato hoped to find somebody hot that can sing, but for a long stretch of time, it was not to be.

Why is it all of the good-looking people cant sing? asked an exasperated Reid, enduring plenty of eye candy that scorched his eardrums. I feel we have not found a bonafide star today. I need to see some talent.

STORY: 'X Factor' Premiere Recap: Mean Girls, Meltdowns and Mommies

The parade of bad singers with amazing abs continued, ending with the best zinger of the night, courtesy of Britney, bitch!

You cant destroy that song, sweetie, she coldly retorted to one clueless singer, breaking the cardinal rule of reality singing shows: "Thou shalt not take Whitney Houston songs, particularly 'I Have Nothing,' in vain."

Reid got his wish in an unlikely package -- Jason Brock, a 34-year-old tech support guy that longed to show all four judges true San Francisco.

Brock is the kind of guy who sings to customers over the phone, and one girl in the crowd tells him he looks like Elton John. Brock is more like a cross between Jack Black and American Idol season eight runner-up Lambert. He is jovial and immediately likeable, declaring his own stage show would begin in a white spotlight and end in a glitter explosion.

Brock has serious pipes, too. He chose to audition with Billy Joels New York State of Mind, copping American Idol season 11 finalist Erika Van Pelts hairstyle in the process (Van Pelt performed the same song after her famed hair style change, followed by her elimination, on Idol). His entire audition was nothing short of a delight, and he may be the first serious contender in the 30-and-up category to go to the finals if he survives Boot Camp. Reid calls him flawless, while Lovato said his vocals made her want to fall in love with him.

Meanwhile, back in Providence, the judges were awarded with a delicious-looking tiered cake, and Spears comes face-to-face with serious stalker material in the form of Patrick Ford, a 20-year-old cashier who believes the Louisiana pop star could be his sister. Creepy.

Ford came prepared with a floral arrangement and an unwelcome re-creation of the judges hit song Circus. Spears looks so uncomfortable that Cowell just stopped the whole thing dead.

Its like you got into an argument with Britney Spears, got drunk and decided to scream the song at her, he said.

Spears is so mortified, all she can muster up for Ford is a no. This displeased him, as he stood stone-faced on the stage.

Thats all you got for me, Britney? he said.

PHOTOS: Inside Simon Cowell's 'X Factor' Trailer (Exclusive)

Despite that blip, Providence seems to be the city that hosted the best talent. On Wednesday nights premiere, Jillian Jensen mesmerized with her heartbreaking tale of bullying coupled with a stellar interpretation of the Jessie J ballad Who You Are.

The city came up strong once more in the form of Carly Rose Sonenclar, a 13-year-old teen who sings way beyond her years. Despite talking about nerves, the Westchester teen displayed amazing vocal ability and confidence with her torch-song rendering of Feeling Good by Nina Simone. She was almost too good, as if she were lip-synching the song, and Reid called her an old soul.

That wasnt you singing, quipped Cowell. Somebody is behind the screen singing that song.

"Miss Thang, you are a little diva!" enthused Spears. "You were unbelievable. ...You can see, all of us are completely in love with you."

Sonenclar earned four yes votes, bringing the too-short hour to a swift conclusion.

So who were your faves this week? Let us know in the comments below!

Check out video of Sonenclar as young Eponine in Les Miserables from three years ago doing "On My Own," as well as her audition. She displayed the same confidence back then as she does now:

Mondo Guerra Recaps 'Project Runway' Season 10, Episode 9: The HP/Intel Challenge

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[Warning: Spoilers ahead if you havent seen Thursday's episode.]

Its the HP and Intel challenge and yours truly was in the hot seat this week as a guest judge. I have to admit, it was very different being on the other side of that runway. Seeing myself as a judge frightened me a bit! But first lets recap, shall we?

In the Workroom

Its halfway through the competition and the designers are feeling the strain. They want it so badly. Its New York Fashion Week or bust! Speaking of busts, good son Gunnar said he would buy his mom a boob job if he won Project Runway. Random and hilarious.

STORY: Mondo Guerra Recaps 'Project Runway' Season 10, Episode 8: Another Team Challenge Brings Fights, Redemption

Heidi tells the designers to step it up and wow the judges, and then sends them to the workroom to meet Tim Gunn and me! We fill them in on the HP and Intel challenge. The designers must create a modern, runway-worthy print inspired by their heritage.

(On a side note, when we were introducing the challenge, I really tried to connect with the designers. I wanted them to know that we design the best when we show our truth.)

Dossiers arrive for them special delivery. Who else could it be but their loved ones! Its so sweet to see the designers soften. Even Elena lightened up. But for others, the visits seem to throw them off their game. Christopher in particular.

I was proud of Gunnar for sharing that he was bullied growing up. It was touching. I was also surprised at how unexpected Melissas print was considering her aesthetic. Ven needed to step back and realize his print needed help.

STORY: 'Fashion Is Not for Sissies': An Oral History of 'Project Runway's' First 10 Years

Nothing beats a home cooked meal after a long day of designing. Then its like Christmas morning when the fabric is delivered. The designers make their rounds appreciating each others prints when Fabio shares that his design is abstract vaginas and penises. Copulation couture!

Across the workroom, isnt it sweet how the wall is coming down between Christopher and Gunnar? But the best moment came when Tim Gunn called Vens dress an homage to a menstrual cycle. Thats not the kind of maxi dress anybody was expecting.

On the Runway

Anya Ayoung-Chee and I joined the judges panel this week. I have to say, its interesting to see the garments in person, on the runway, and then on TV. Some of my critiques have been swayed since seeing them on Thursdays episode.

Sonjia: Love this look! One of the most successful garments on the runway. The pants are cut beautifully. She looks elegant.

VIDEO: Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn On 'Project Runway' at 10

Elena: I really thought that the print and silhouette of this design worked. When I first saw it, during Tims critique, I was a little worried, but she really pulled it off. I think that the colors she used really softened her harsh line/silhouette. Sucessful!

Christopher: I wish he would have embraced the print and tried to use it to its strength. When he covered it in organza, it got messy.

Ven: This dress was so disconnected. There was an information overload with the three dresses smashed into one. It was confusing. And what about the unprecedented appearance of Tim Gunn with the judges? Was that a Project Runway first?!

Fabio: Once again Fabio was one of my highest scores in this challenge. I thought the cut of the top, the trousers, and the styling was very fashion forward. The print was very cool.

Melissa: Its a smart design. I can see how the neckline influences the shape of the shoulders. Its definitely an eye-catching print. I just wasnt crazy about the styling. Overall, pretty good!

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of Heidi Klum's 'Project Runway' Photo Shoot

Gunnar: The print was very chaotic to me. I appreciate the message and inspiration behind the print, but the print itself felt busy. The jacket was boxy and looked crafty.

Dmitry: The take-away piece here is really the jacket. I agree with everyone! I just wish he would have used more of the print. Its a print challenge!

The Judges Decisions

In the end, Dmitry was named the winner and Gunnar was bid auf wiedersehen.

I looked so unhappy during my critiques, but honestly I wasn't at all! I was concentrating and really studying each designers work. Trying to be unbiased and score as fairly as possible. I'll work on the stone face!

STORY: 'Project Runway' Preview: Heidi Klum Spills Secrets About Season 10

I was proud of Gunnar in the end. He left with his head held up and through the competition, I feel like he really grew up. I feel like he was very genuine in his exit, wishing everyone luck. I like how he admits that he came to commit and how committing is winning for him. Good luck, Gunnar -- wishing you all the best.

What did you think? Sound off in the comments below! xoxo

Denver fashion designer Mondo Guerra earned a runner-up finish on Project Runway season eight then went on to claim victory on the debut season of Project Runway All Stars. In addition to an upcoming guest editor position at Marie Claire, Mondo has also launched I Design, a new HIV/AIDS education campaign with Merck. To learn more about Mondo, visit mondoguerra.com.

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Ellen DeGeneres, 'Ellen Show' Producer Sell Comedy to NBC

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Ellen DeGeneresis extending her relationship with a producer onThe Ellen DeGeneres Show.

NBC has given script orders to an untitled single-camera comedy from Lauren Pomerantz revolving around a proudly independent 32-year-old single woman.

STORY: The Booming Business of Ellen DeGeneres

Pomerantz, who serves as a writer and producer on the Telepictures' syndicated Ellen, will write and executive produce. DeGeneres, through her A Very Good Production shingle, will also serve as an executive producer on the Warner Bros. Television comedy.

The effort centers on a successful woman who notices that she's listed as a "single woman" on the paperwork for the house she's about to close on who becomes convinced that she just doomed herself to die alone. As a result, she turns to her friends, family and a therapist to convince her she didn't make a huge mistake.

PHOTOS: A Day in the Life of Ellen DeGeneres

The Pomerantz project marks the latest sale this development season for DeGeneres' banner. The company also sold a comedy based on the web series Couple Time to Fox.

DeGeneres this week kicked off the 10th season of her syndicated talk show to its best ratings since 2003.

Pomerantz, whose credits also include Community and Saturday Night Live, is repped by UTA and Mosaic.

Email: Lesley.Goldberg@thr.com; Twitter: @Snoodit

Katie Couric and Jennifer Lopez Dish on 'American Idol' Judges

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Fox has yet to officially announce its judges for season 12 of American Idol, but Katie Couric spills the beans on the final four during an interview set to air today on her new talk show Katie.

During a sit-down with former Idol judge Jennifer Lopez, Couric confirms that hip-hop star Nicki Minaj and country crooner Keith Urban will join Mariah Carey and Idol fixture Randy Jackson at the table when the show returns in January.

Lopez was confused as to whether the show's producers had made the decision on Minaj and Urban official, asking Couric, "Did they announce?"

When Couric answered, "Yeah," Lopez was elated.

"Oh, thank God. I love Randy," the singer-actress said. "Im glad hes doing it."

The Bronx native also was diplomatic when Couric pressed her to comment on the new lineup.

"Thats an eclectic group," she said. "Ithink they all have something really different to offer, so it should be interesting."

A Fox representative told ABCNews.com: "Please note that the only confirmed judge for American Idol is Mariah Carey. No other judges have been announced at this time.

Fox representatives could not immediately be reached for comment.

Showtime Renews 'Episodes' for Season 3

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Showtime has renewed Episodes for a third season.

Starring Matt LeBlanc, the co-production between Showtime and the BBC will begin production on the nine-episode new season in Los Angeles and London next year.

Episodes centers on LeBlanc, who won a Golden Globe earlier this year, as a heightened version of himself. Stephen Mangan, Tamsin Greig, Kathleen Rose Perkins, John Pankow and Mircea Monroe co-star in the series.

The second season drew 1.66 million viewers across all platforms, with Episodes skewing toward a male audience.

Episodes, nominated for three Emmys in its first season, is created by executive producers David Crane and Jeffrey Klarik. Jimmy Mulville also serves as executive producer.

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