LATERS ON THE MENJAY
“I Love You Man” director John Hamburg reflects on his socially awkward 2009 bromance and discusses a potential sequel.
Simon Bland is an entertainment journalist and writer based in the U.K. He writes about movies, TV, and pop culture for places like The Guardian, The Independent, Total Film, and Little White Lies, and has interviewed a wide range of actors, directors, and stars. He can be reached at Simon.Bland@hotmail.com.
GOTTA CUT LOOSE
The actress tells The Daily Beast about her “electric” chemistry with Kevin Bacon and her “intense relationship” with John Lithgow.
HOW DID THIS GET MADE?
“Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace” has developed a cult fanbase since its six-episode run in 2004. But even its creator is surprised by its longevity.
BAH! HUMBUG!
As a Christmas classic turns 35, co-writer Mitch Glazer talks Dickens-ifying ’80s corporate greed, Murray’s heartfelt improv monologue, and rumors of on-set drama.
‘GOT AWAY WITH MURDER’
On the beloved comedy’s 30th anniversary, director Chris Columbus tells us how Robin Williams “was like a man possessed” on set.
‘NOBODY SAW IT COMING’
Directors Peter and Bobby Farrelly discuss disability casting, finding the perfect “load,” and a new musical stage adaptation of their 1998 comedy.
GOOD NEWS, EVERYONE!
On the eve of the sci-fi comedy’s third revival in 24 years, two longtime staffers tell the story of its surprising longevity.
COMEDY CLASSIC
The “Ghostbusters” star on filming John Landis’ 1983 status-swap comedy, working with Eddie Murphy, and how he looks back at that blackface scene today.