November 19, 2008
Being part of a controversial television series is a big deal for Big Love’s Douglas Smith. The Canadian actor, who plays the teenage son of the polygamous protagonist on the HBO series, has revealed how he received interesting fan mail regarding his character. So far, he’s heard stories from male viewers who have struggled to keep up their Mormon faith while having a girlfriend – just like the guy he portrays.
During an interview to promote the premiere of Big Love in Canada, Smith said that the letters he’s been getting have really affected him. “There’s been numerous men in their late 20s or 30s who have kind of somewhat emotionally told me that they totally went through that and (the show) meant a lot to them.”
November 12, 2008
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While HBO's polygamous drama is taking its time building anticipation for its return, the series stars have decided to take on other projects of their own. Big Love's Ginnifer Goodwin managed to snag a role for herself in an upcoming film called A Single Man. Starring Colin Firth, the movie marks the directorial debut of fashion designer Tom Ford. Several sources have confirmed that Goodwin has jumped in to join the stellar cast which includes Julianne Moore and Matthew Goode.
Playing Margene Heffman on Big Love, Ginnifer Goodwin booked the film role of an intrigued neighbor who befriends Colin Firth's character. A Single Man is actually an adaptation of Christopher Isherwood's 1964 novel of the same name. It follows the trials faced by a gay professor (Firth) in the 1960's, and how he confronts them.
November 5, 2008
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Despite the notion that the recently launched HBO Canada Channel is a mere remake of its predecessor, there’s no doubt that it’s worth it. It’s been years since Astral’s TMN (with Corus’ western Movie Central) has been picking out the best of American cable. Apparently, it’s not stopping there. The new “multiplex” Canadian service is offering an additional amount of programs, straight from the array of HBO shows. Just last week, the unveiling of HBO Canada was celebrated at Oasi Restaurant with appearances of HBO stars. This included Bill Paxton of Big Love, as well as Susie Essman of Curb Your Enthusiasm.
The soiree consisted of executives mingling with one another, and the group of HBO celebrities was led by Big Love’s Bill Paxton. He had a lot to say about the much anticipated third season, since it wrapped up filming already. However, what he revealed can’t be released as yet. Big Love won’t be starting until early next year.
October 29, 2008
It appears as though age is never an excuse for Oscar-winning actress Ellen Burstyn. After about a decade in the business, she was last seen on the HBO series Big Love and has stated that she has no plans of halting her career.
Burstyn’s mother asked her when Ellen turned 65, “Are you going to retire soon?” She boldly replied with, “Why on earth would I want to do that?” This only proves that once you’re really enjoying what you do, taking a breather isn’t that easy of an option.
October 9, 2008
With the delay of the third season of Big Love, which is expected to return early next year, fans are eager to score some scoops and tidbits about the new season that promises to forever change the lives of the residents of Juniper Creek. Luckily, another update has been given by Entertainment Weekly's Michael Ausiello, who revealed that actor Zeljko Ivanek has inked a deal to join the cast of HBO's polygamy-themed series.
Zeljko Ivanek is best known for his Emmy Award-winning role as Ray Fiske on the FX series Damages. Additionally, he has been cast in supporting roles on shows like Homicide: Life on the Street as prosecuting attorney Ed Danvers, Oz as Governor James Devlin, Lost as Edmund Burke, and 24 as Andre Drazen. On the big screen, he is credited for Live Free or Die Hard, Ascension Day, The Manchurian Candidate, Black Hawk Down, Hannibal, Unfaithful and Snow Falling on Cedars, just to name a few.
September 21, 2008
As Big Love continues filming its highly anticipated third season, casting updates and spoiler news are gradually making its way to the surface. Recently, I've stumbled upon yet another update that will hopefully ease several months of waiting before the HBO series returns next year.
Warning: Spoilers ahead!