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	Entertainer (disambiguation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		An entertainer is someone who is hired to entertain people.
		The Entertainer, a 1960 film adapted from John Osborne's play of the same name
		The Entertainer, a 1902 piano rag by Scott Joplin
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/The_Entertainer (157 words)

	Cedric the Entertainer
		The first film, which starred Cedric the Entertainer, followed the Johnson family on their cross-country trek to their annual family reunion.
		The third film to debut over the weekend in wide release was “The Jacket,” starring Academy Award winning actor Adrien Brody (“The Pianist”) and Keira Knightley (“Pirates of the Caribbean“).
		They think the film wasted its many talents and is “one of the weakest sequels in recent memory,” “inept,” “lazy,” and “brain-dead.” “Be Cool” has an uncool Tomatometer of 29%, as of this writing.
	www.rottentomatoes.com /p/cedric_the_entertainer/news.php (3289 words)

	The Entertainer (1960) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		One of the best British films of the sixties, The Entertainer was written as an allegory of Britain's fall from grace by the leading fist-shaker of England's band of Angry Young Men who stormed the London stage with revolutionary new ideas and content, John Osborne.
		As for the unkind comment about Olivier marrying Joan Plowright and this somehow having an ironic similarity to the theme of Archie and his young women; they married in 1961 and REMAINED together until Olivier's death in 1989, which is completely the opposite of the point made in the story.
		Well anyone is allowed to be in error, but this great film has to rank with our own country's Night of the Hunter as one of the most misunderstood films of all time.
	www.imdb.com /title/tt0053796 (491 words)

	DVD Verdict Review - The Entertainer
		The film was a good example of the "kitchen sink" style of film that characterized Britain's own "New Wave" of the time—a style that focused on the working class and on the general decline of Britain's quality of life in the post-World War II period.
		Indeed, it is an obvious one with its reference to the failure that was Britain's role in the Suez incident, but particularly the broken-down performer Archie Rice who served as a microcosm of the decline of Britain's social structure.
		The heart of the film is of course Laurence Olivier's performance as Archie Rice.
	www.dvdverdict.com /reviews/theentertainer.php (1298 words)

	Johnson Family Vacation (2004) - A Review by David Nusair
		Though there's plenty here to dislike, ultimately the film's failure must be laid at the feet of its star, Cedric the Entertainer.
		The film's screenplay, by Todd Jones and Earl Richey Jones, certainly doesn't do the cast any favors, as it places the emphasis on comedic set pieces that just aren't funny.
		The whole thing seems to be an excuse for Cedric the Entertainer to do his thing, and unless you're willing to go with it, it's highly unlikely the film will come off as anything but an interminable 96 minutes.
	www.reelfilm.com /johnvaca.htm (584 words)

	AtomicLife - Cedric the Entertainer (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Cedric the Entertainer is a very funny man. As he strolls into the room at the W Hotel in Westwood, L.A. it's clear that he's one of those people with that laughs-are-just-around-the-corner aura bouncing off him.
		While many hit mainstream films have been made since the Huxtable days, the number of family oriented films starring fl actors has been low.
		It's become more of a challenge to show people that this film is what it's really like because of the news on TV- and that includes everybody.
	atomiclife.net /april/feature_cedric.htm (620 words)

	MMI Book Review: The Entertainer (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		"The Entertainer" is the 1960 film in which Laurence Olivier, then 53, bid farewell to the romantic roles of his youth.
		It is a harsh portrait, unclouded by the sentiment which flaws his work in the 1952 film "Carrie".
		Olivier won an Oscar nomination for "The Entertainer", revitalizing his career as a strong character actor.
	www.shoestring.org /mmi_revs/entertainer1960.html (191 words)

	The Entertainer (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The Entertainer is not an easy film, populated as it is with unhappy characters and more than its share of tragedy, and with a less expert cast the proceedings would most likely have been overwhelmingly maudlin.
		And the rest of the cast shines as well, especially Plowright as the daughter who sees her father for what he is, and loves him anyway, and Roger Livesey as the grandfather who innocently creates more disasters for the family.
		The lower-class setting and the location filming have a tendency to make the image appear a bit dull, but overall the picture is remarkable.
	www.classicsondvd.com /entert.htm (338 words)

	Outpost.com \| MGM Home Entertainment-DVD
		Instead of a parade, The Entertainer was a funeral, and inherent in the film's depiction of dwindling glory was an indictment of Britain's dying prestige.
		The film also marked a turning point for Laurence Olivier, whose performance as Archie Rice was an effective departure from the romantic roles of his youth.
		The Entertainer was one of their most successful collaborations, and it remains an accusatory reminder of a time that many would just as soon forget.
	www.outpost.com /product/3008429 (460 words)

	Deseret News MOVIES (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The title of this concert film refers to four fl comedians — Steve Harvey, D.L. Hughley, Cedric the Entertainer and Bernie Mac — whose styles of humor could not be more different.
		The film captures the "Kings of Comedy" tour of 1997 during one of its supposed high points, in a sold-out show at the Charlotte Coliseum.
		Emceeing the evening's entertainment is Harvey, who is best known for his own sitcom on the WB, as well as his appearances on the syndicated "Showtime at the Apollo" series.
	deseretnews.com /movies/view2/1,4437,145000062,00.html (457 words)

	Cedric the Entertainer @ Filmbug UK
		Cedric the Entertainer is best known for his crowd-pleasing roles in the recent hit films Barbershop with Ice Cube, Intolerable Cruelty with George Clooney, and The Original Kings of Comedy, MTV's documentary feature directed by Spike Lee.
		Some notable accolades include nabbing The Aftra Award of Excellence in Television Programming for his Fox Television series Cedric the Entertainer presents, and a record-breaking four consecutive NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor for his portrayal of lovable Coach Cedric Robinson on The Steve Harvey Show.
		As a philanthropist, Cedric founded the Cedric the Entertainer Charitable Foundation which provides scholarships and outreach programs to enhance the lives of inner-city youth and their families in his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri.
	www.filmbug.co.uk /db/342801 (428 words)

	August 2002 \| blackfilm.com \| features \| interviews \| serving sara : an interview with cedric “the entertainer”
		He is no stranger to the big screen, but intends to make his mark in the world of stage, film, and television.
		Moving straight ahead in his career, Cedric “The Entertainer” sat with Blackfilm.com to discuss his comedic role in the upcoming movie “Serving Sara” and provide us a sneak preview into his new fall season network variety show on Fox.
		He definitely encouraged takes where you get to run wild and a lot of that stuff made it on the film, which was fun to see.
	blackfilm.com /20020823/features/cedric.shtml (1375 words)

	JOHNSON FAMILY VACATION - DVD
		In fact, discussions about the picture in terms of race are limited to the convention of fl comics playing more than one part in their starring vehicles and a scene in which Nate and D.J. settle an argument over suitable driving music by vetoing any performer who died of a gunshot wound.
		The film was shot in Super35, and the basic difference between the two versions is that the widescreen edition masks off a lot of superfluous legroom.
		Yet again we have a film that doesn't deserve to look as impeccable as it does here--barring some minor edge-enhancement, the image is certainly easier on the eyes than Johnson Family Vacation is on the senses.
	www.filmfreakcentral.net /dvdreviews/johnsonfamilyvacation.htm (872 words)

	CBS News \| Honeymoon For Cedric And Epps? \| June 7, 2005 11:30:08
		To prepare for the role, Cedric The Entertainer says he watched all 39 episodes of the series ("The Honeymooners" debuted in 1955 with Jackie Gleason as Kramden and Art Carney as Norton.) This time, the aim is to pay tribute to the original by doing a modern version of it.
		In the film's production notes, Cedric The Entertainer notes mannerisms just come naturally to Epps, so it was a perfect role for him.
		Cedric The Entertainer's recent films include "Barbershop" with Ice Cube; "Intolerable Cruelty" with George Clooney and Catherine Zeta-Jones, "The Original Kings of Comedy," a concert documentary directed by Spike Lee; and "Be Cool," the sequel to the hit "Get Shorty," with John Travolta.
	www.cbsnews.com /stories/2005/06/06/earlyshow/leisure/celebspot/main699963.shtml (446 words)

	sfweekly.com \| Film \| Reel World \| The Entertainer \| 2003-10-29
		Art-house distributors, whose pictures don't get nearly the exposure of Hollywood releases, protested that screeners are necessary for members in outlying areas (not to mention big-city critics who skipped the press screening).
		That stance was backed by a bevy of directors, actors, and reviewers, who view the MPAA decision as a blow to independent and foreign films.
		Magic lanterns, camera obscuras, and other early stabs at producing moving images are on display in "Magical Spectacles: Optical Entertainment of the Precinema Era," at SFO's Terminal 3 through December.
	www.sfweekly.com /issues/2003-10-29/film/reelworld.html (663 words)

	Johnson Family Vacation \| ajc.com
		FILM FACTS Starring: Cedric the Entertainer, Vanessa L. Williams, Solange Knowles, Vanessa A. Williams, Bow Wow Wow Director: Christopher Erskin Rating: PG-13">
		I mean, when Cedric the Entertainer and his family take off on their "Johnson Family Vacation," the result is a surprisingly family-friendly comedy.
		Cedric the Entertainer hasn't soared as high as Pryor in his prime, so it's possible -- even likely -- he'll never be forced to sink so low.
	www.ajc.com /movies/content/shared/movies/reviews/J/johnsonfamilyvacation.html (439 words)

	Cedric the Entertainer
		His success on stage led him to change his name to Cedric The Entertainer and start touring comedy clubs around the U.S. In 1993, Cedric landed his first regular spot on television as the host of the stand up comedy showcase series, BET's Comicview.
		Although The Steve Harvey Show ended in 2002, Cedric bounced back with his very own self-titled television series, Cedric The Entertainer Presents, on which he both hosted and performed a variety of comedy routines similar to those of the big comedy variety shows of the 1950s.
		Cedric also spends his free time on charity projects such as the Cedric the Entertainer Charitable Foundation, which helps to fund youth scholarships and family outreach programs in his hometown.
	www.tribute.ca /bio.asp?id=5694 (378 words)

	Amazon.com: Entertainer (1960) : Video (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		"The Entertainer" is a pivotal film in the career of Laurence Olivier.
		However, from start to finish the film is focused on Olivier's performance, which Olivier often said was the one of which he was most proud, being such a departure from his usual roles and work.
		I was a young wife of 23, and Sir Laurence Olivier's moving and extraordinary performance (look in his eyes throughout), gave depth to human frailty, and made me cry then, and most recently, 40 years later, has made me weep again, for the human condition.
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/6303682979?v=glance (829 words)

	Cedric the Entertainer Presents on DVD - MovieWeb (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Reviving the old-fashioned variety-show format of the 1950s and injecting it with a strong dose of contemporary, urban humor, CEDRIC THE ENTERTAINER PRESENTS is sketch comedy in the vein of IN LIVING COLOR, the popular FOX series from the early 1990s.
		Most notable are the formidable Cafeteria Lady, the smooth, slick marriage counselor Dr. Love, who bears more than a passing resemblance to Barry White, and Velvet, a carefully coiffed crooner with a penchant for commercial jingles.
		One of the Original "Kings of Comedy," Cedric the Entertainer is a distinctive comedic force, and with this show he takes the helm as an innovator of unique vision and a strong voice.
	movieweb.com /dvd/dvd.php?024543146858 (209 words)

	Missoulian: This is not 'Spinal Tap,' but it's good
		In fact, the main intrigue of the film is whether Elvrum and Field are straight-faced jokesters trying to pull a fast one on hipsters around the Northwest, or whether they're simply a pair of utterly talentless musicians who are too pretentious or stoned to realize their own folly.
		As the film unfolds, the duo's performances are interspersed with excerpts from conversations between the two musicians, most of which center on nutty performance ideas, such as passing their guitar around the audience during a performance.
		While the film lacks a central conflict to elevate it to the level of, say, "Spinal Tap" or "American Movie," it certainly shares those films' devotion to their central characters.
	www.missoulian.com /articles/2004/04/08/entertainer/nitelife/nite01.txt (1099 words)

	The Entertainer Movie: The Entertainer DVD is available from Bestprices.com
		When his daughter arrives unexpectedly, Archie is forced to face the fabric of deceit he has created to survive.
		This brilliant depiction of the moral, spiritual, and professional decline of a bogus entertainer and his debilitated alcoholic wife is often considered the finest of Laurence Olivier's screen performances while also being one of director Tony Richardson's best films.
		Shot at Shepperton Studios in the U.K. THE ENTERTAINER marked the film debut for stage actress Joan Plowright, who later married costar Laurence Olivier.
	www.bestprices.com /cgi-bin/vlink/027616862709IE (340 words)

	The Honeymooners (2005) Review Movie Review Film The Honeymooners (2005): Cedric the Entertainer, Mike Epps, Gabrielle ...
		Frank's film tip: Jackie Gleason and company won't lose sleep when considering the 2005 updated version of their classic 1950's sitcom.
		Executive-producer-star Cedric the Entertainer curiously attaches his name and comedic talents to this pointless contemporary remake of the classic Jackie Gleason-Art Carney 50's situational comedy The Honeymooners.
		Despite the polished feature length film treatment with a spry fl cast in the main roles and a handful of screenwriters left to iron out the wacky details, director John Schultz' lackluster narrative never manages to capture the heart and soul of its nostalgic small screen inspiration.
	www.movieeye.com /reviews/read_movie_review/2420.html (1214 words)

	Amazon.co.uk: The Entertainer [1960]: DVD (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The Entertainer of the title is Archie Rice, a mediocre music hall artist upholding a dying tradition in an English seaside against a background of the 1956 Suez Crisis.
		Archie himself is a hollow man who brings pain to all around him, and while Olivier's brilliant performance reveals the layers of cynicism which disguise the emptiness inside, the emotional resonance lies with those forced to endure Rice's manipulations, adulteries and deceits.
		Laurence Olivier was nominated for an Academy Award for his portrayal of Archie Rice, a down-and-out vaudeville entertainer in a seedy coastal resort, who is faced with an emotional crisis when he is visited by his daughter.
	www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/B00015N574 (527 words)

	April 2004 \| blackfilm.com \| reviews \| film \| johnson family vacation
		Obviously billed as a family film, the film offers nothing that any family with kids can relate to as the plot lines jump from right to left with no common ground.
		Nate (Cedric the Entertainer) and his brother his Max Johnson are brothers who have always been competing with each other.
		Bow wow, in his first film without "Lil" and Solange Knowles, are okay but they they really don't provide any spark to the film.
	www.blackfilm.com /20040402/reviews/jfvreview.shtml (498 words)

	BBC - Comedy Guide - The Entertainer
		Helped by his best pal Mick, Trevor is oddly affecting when impersonating rock acts, but then suffers severe claustrophobia when he wears an elaborate and expensive robot outfit and works as a disco-dancing robot.
		A modest, affectionate parody, The Entertainer was screened within C4's comedy tryout strand Comedy Lab.
		The information in the bbc.co.uk Guide to Comedy is complied from 'The Radio Times Guide to Television Comedy' by Mark Lewisohn, published by BBC Books.
	www.bbc.co.uk /comedy/guide/articles/e/entertainerthe_66601400.shtml (205 words)

	The Entertainer News
		The Entertainer News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net.
		By Peter Rainer Film critic of The Christian Science Monitor I have admired Joan Plowright ever since I saw her in her first important film, "The Entertainer." She is often referred to in the press as Lady...
		His first important film role was opposite Laurence Olivier in the 1960 s ''The Entertainer.'' In 1964, he played Basil in ''Zorba the Greek'' and two years later acted in ''Georgy Girl'' with Lynn...
	www.topix.net /movies/the-entertainer (443 words)

	VH1.com : Movies : Movie : The Entertainer : Plot
		Archie finagles his dying father into financing one last revue; he cheats shamelessly on his alcoholic wife (Brenda De Banzie); and he all but forces one of his sons (Albert Finney) to run off to join the army, only to die in the Suez.
		Joan Plowright, who married Olivier shortly after completing The Entertainer, plays the film's one sympathetic character: Archie's daughter, whose love for her father blinds her to his flaws.
		The Entertainer was remade for television in 1976, with Jack Lemmon as Archie Rice and original songs by Marvin Hamlisch.
	www.vh1.com /movies/movie/10683/plot.jhtml (232 words)

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