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"Bros": A tragic box office love story

The failure to launch of Billy Eichner's new comedy could have something to do with the genre rules it breaks

Salon · Oct 7, 2022

LZ Granderson: The movie 'Bros' succeeded just by being a gay rom-com

As you may have heard, "Bros," the first gay rom-com from a major studio to feature an out queer cast, bombed on its opening weekend. At just $4.8 million in sales, it came in fourth. This despite the robust marketing campaign and the Judd Apatow seal of approval. Given the…

Los Angeles Times · Oct 5, 2022

Review: Smart, self-aware laughs are among the pros of ‘Bros’

At the beginning of “Bros,” a popular podcaster named Bobby (Billy Eichner) tells his listeners that he was recently asked for feedback on a gay romantic comedy — one that was pitched to him as a sweet, funny, accessible movie that would appeal to straight and gay audiences alike. But…

Los Angeles Times · Sep 29, 2022

Maude Apatow says being a ‘nepotism baby’ makes her want to work even harder: ‘I’ve got to keep going’

She’s not euphoric about social media’s label for her — but she’s determined to prove herself.

Tribune News Service · Sep 6, 2022

Maude Apatow responds to internet labelling her a ‘nepotism baby’: ‘At first I was sad’

‘Euphoria’ star is the eldest daughter of Leslie Mann and Judd Apatow

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

Review: 'Sicker in the Head: More Conversations About Life and Comedy,' by Judd Apatow

There was a time when comedians knew they had made it when they got to perform on "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson." The modern-day equivalent may be working with Judd Apatow. The tireless director and producer behind everything from "Knocked Up" to HBO's "Girls" puts his status to good…

Tribune News Service · Aug 31, 2022

A ‘Mighty Ducks’ Actor Got Addicted to Heroin and Lost Everything—Even His Teeth. The Internet Saved Him.

As a teen Shaun Weiss filmed his scenes as Goldberg the goalie at the L.A. Kings’ arena. In his 30s he slept on the ground outside.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14, 2022

What is creativity? Who has it, and how can I acquire it? Importantly, can it make me money?

The problem with writing this essay on creativity was evident the moment I mentioned it to anyone. The idea didn’t sound creative, or necessary. It sounded blobby and arbitrary, like the early strains of a lot of ideas. It could not be written efficiently. Plus, there was no promise that…

Chicago Tribune · Jun 20, 2022

Judd Apatow on George Carlin's genius

On "Salon Talks," Judd Apatow talks about the two-part HBO documentary he directed on George Carlin's life and work

Salon · May 21, 2022

George Carlin's comedic journey takes the stage in HBO doc

For comedians of a certain age, there was one album that was worn out on the turntable, dutifully memorized and acted out

The Independent UK · May 20, 2022