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The Cable Guy
''The Cable Guy'' is a 1996 American satirical black comedy thriller film directed by Ben Stiller and written by Lou Holtz Jr. It stars Jim Carrey as an eccentric cable installer who becomes overly intrusive in the life of a customer (Matthew Broderick). Leslie Mann, George Segal, Diane Baker and Jack Black appear in supporting roles. It was released in the United States on June 14, 1996. The film was a box office success, grossing over $100 million, though not to the extent of many of Carrey's previous films. It received mixed reviews from critics, but has since attained a cult following. Plot Architect Steven Kovacs moves into an apartment after a failed marriage proposal to his girlfriend Robin Harris. When the cable installer, Ernie “Chip” Douglas, arrives, Steven acts on advice from his friend Rick and bribes him to get him free movie channels. Chip makes Steven one of his preferred customers and, in return for his services, asks if he can see Steven socially, which ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ben Stiller
Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller (born November 30, 1965) is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker. Known for his blend of slapstick humor and sharp wit, Stiller rose to fame through comedies such as ''There's Something About Mary'' (1998), ''Zoolander'' (2001), and ''Tropic Thunder'' (2008). Stiller is also known for his work in franchises such as the Meet the Parents (film series), ''Meet the Parents'' films (2000–2010), the Madagascar (franchise), ''Madagascar'' franchise (2005–2012), and the Night at the Museum (franchise), ''Night at the Museum'' films (2006–2014). Ben Stiller filmography, His films have grossed more than $2.6 billion in Canada and the United States, with an average of $79 million per film. List of awards and nominations received by Ben Stiller, His awards and honors include an Emmy Award, a Directors Guild of America Awards, Directors Guild of America Award, a Britannia Awards, Britannia Award and a Teen Choice Awards, Teen Choice Award. Stiller i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cult Following
A cult following is a group of fans who are highly dedicated to a person, idea, object, movement, or work, often an artist, in particular a performing artist, or an artwork in some medium. The latter is often called a cult classic. A film, book, musical artist, television series, or video game, among other things, is said to have a cult following when it has a very passionate fanbase. A common component of cult followings is the emotional attachment the fans have to the object of the cult following, often identifying themselves and other fans as members of a community. Cult followings are also commonly associated with niche markets. Cult media are often associated with underground culture, and are considered too eccentric or anti-establishment to be appreciated by the general public or to be widely commercially successful. Many cult fans express their devotion with a level of irony when describing such entertainment. Fans may become involved in a subculture of fandom, eith ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
David Cross
David Cross (born April 4, 1964) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and director. Cross is best known for his stand-up performances, the HBO sketch comedy series '' Mr. Show with Bob and David'' (1995–1998), his role as Ian Hawke in the Alvin and the Chipmunks franchise, and his role as Tobias Fünke in the Fox/Netflix sitcom ''Arrested Development'' (2003–2006, 2013–2019). He has been described as “one of the defining figures of cult Gen X comedy”. Cross created, wrote, executive produced, and starred in '' The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret'' (2010–2016); developed and had a prominent role in ''Freak Show'' (2006); appeared on ''Modern Family'' (2011–2012); and portrayed Ian Hawke in ''Alvin and the Chipmunks'' (2007), '' Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel'' (2009), and '' Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked'' (2011). Cross has also done voice work for the sitcom '' Oliver Beene'' (2003–2004), and has had lead voice-over rol ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andy Dick
Andrew Roane Dick (born Andrew Thomlinson, December 21, 1965) is an American actor and comedian. Dick was born in Charleston, South Carolina, and joined The Second City and studied improvisational theater. Dick has had a long career as a stand-up comedian; he has appeared throughout the U.S., has released several comedy albums, and has acted in television and film. Dick's first regular television role was on '' The Ben Stiller Show'' on Fox. In the mid-1990s, he regularly appeared on NBC's ''NewsRadio'' and as a supporting character on ''Less than Perfect''. He also had two short-lived television series on MTV; these were the sketch comedy series '' The Andy Dick Show'' (2001) and the reality series ''The Assistant'' (2004). He also is noted for his behavior on a number of ''Comedy Central Roasts'', stand-up comedy performances, and late night talk show appearances. Dick is also known for his eccentric behavior, problems with drug addiction, and allegations of sexual misconduc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Janeane Garofalo
Janeane Garofalo ( ; born September 28, 1964) is an American comedian, actress, and former co-host on Air America Radio's '' The Majority Report''. The accolades she has received include nominations for two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Garofalo began her career as a stand-up comedian and became a cast member on '' The Ben Stiller Show'', ''The Larry Sanders Show'', and ''Saturday Night Live'', then appeared in more than 50 movies, with leading or major roles in '' The Truth About Cats & Dogs'', '' Wet Hot American Summer'', '' The Matchmaker'', '' Reality Bites'', '' The Wild'', '' Steal This Movie!'', '' Clay Pigeons'', '' Sweethearts'', ''Mystery Men'', '' The Minus Man'', ''The Independent'', ''Ratatouille'', and '' Flora & Ulysses''. She has appeared on television programs such as ''The West Wing'', '' Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp'', '' 24'', '' Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce'', and '' Ideal''. Early life Garofalo was born in Newton, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eric Roberts
Eric Anthony Roberts (born April 18, 1956) is an American actor. He has amassed more than 700 film and television credits since his debut in 1978, making him one of the most prolific English-speaking screen actors of all time. Roberts' career began with a leading role in ''King of the Gypsies (film), King of the Gypsies'' (1978) for which he received his first Golden Globe Award nomination. He also received a Golden Globe nomination for his role as Paul Snider in Bob Fosse's ''Star 80'' (1983). Roberts' performance in ''Runaway Train (film), Runaway Train'' (1985), as prison escapee Buck McGeehy, earned him a third Golden Globe nod and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Notable films Roberts has appeared in include ''Raggedy Man'' (1981), ''The Pope of Greenwich Village'' (1984), ''By the Sword (film), By the Sword'' (1991), ''Final Analysis'' (1992), ''The Specialist'' (1994), ''The Cable Guy'' (1996), ''It's My Party (film), It's My Party'' (1996), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ricky Ricardo
Lucy and Ricky Ricardo, also known simply as Lucy and Ricky or the Ricardos, are fictional characters from the American television sitcom ''I Love Lucy'', portrayed respectively by Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. The Ricardos also appear in '' The Lucy–Desi Comedy Hour'', and Lucy also appears in one episode of '' The Ann Sothern Show''. Together, Lucy and Ricky serve as a double act. Ricky is the straight man, a character similar to Arnaz himself; he is a Cuban-American bandleader whose trademark song is " Babalu". Red-haired Lucy is his wife, who always gets into trouble and is usually caught at it by Ricky. Their son, Ricky Ricardo Jr. (usually called "Little Ricky"), was born in the middle of the show's second season. He was portrayed by child actor Richard Keith beginning in season 6. Lucy's full name (Lucille Esmeralda Ricardo McGillicuddy) is given in the Season 1 episodes "Fred and Ethel Fight" and "The Marriage License," and "The Passports" in Season 5. Ricky giv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Larry Tate
This is a list of characters in ''Bewitched'', an American fantasy television sitcom which aired from 1964 to 1972. Cast Main Recurring Cast notes: Main characters Samantha Stephens Samantha Stephens (Elizabeth Montgomery) is a good witch and the show's protagonist. She is married to a mortal named Darrin Stephens and has two children by him. The daughter, Tabitha is magical. The son, Adam, is magical as well, as demonstrated in "Adam, Warlock or Washout" (Season 8, Episode 14) Samantha often has difficulty adjusting to mortal life, even though she is trying to give up using her powers. She is perhaps the most sensible character in the show; she enjoys her mother's company and is able to take her jabs at mortal life with ease. She is optimistic and treats everyone with respect, be they magical creatures, powerful witches and warlocks, or ordinary people. Darrin Stephens Darrin Stephens, son of Frank and Phyllis Stephens, (originally Dick York, seasons 1–5; later Dick ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prostitute
Prostitution is a type of sex work that involves engaging in sexual activity in exchange for payment. The definition of "sexual activity" varies, and is often defined as an activity requiring physical contact (e.g., sexual intercourse, non-penetrative sex, Non-penetrative sex#Manual sex, manual sex, oral sex, etc.) with the customer. The requirement of physical contact also creates #Medical situation, the risk of transferring infections. Prostitution is sometimes described as sexual services, commercial sex or, colloquially, hooking. It is sometimes referred to euphemistically as "the world's oldest profession" in the English-speaking world. A person who works in the field is usually called a prostitute or ''sex worker'', but other words, such as hooker and whore, are sometimes used Pejorative, pejoratively to refer to those who work in prostitution. The majority of prostitutes are female and have male clients. Prostitution occurs in a variety of forms, and prostitution law, i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Home Theater System
A home cinema, also called home theater, is a home entertainment audio-visual system that seeks to reproduce a movie theater experience and mood using consumer grade electronic video and audio equipment and is set up in a private home. In the 1980s, home cinemas typically consisted of a movie pre-recorded on a LaserDisc or VHS tape; a LaserDisc Player or VCR; and a large-screen cathode-ray tube TV set, although sometimes CRT projectors were used instead. In the 2000s, technological innovations in sound systems, video player equipment, TV screens and video projectors changed the equipment used in home cinema set-ups and enabled home users to experience a higher-resolution screen image, improved sound quality and components that offer users more options (e.g., many Blu-ray players can also stream movies and TV shows over the Internet using subscription services such as Netflix). The development of Internet-based subscription services means that 2020s-era home theatre users do ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Answering Machine
An answering machine, answerphone, or message machine, also known as telephone messaging machine (or TAM) in the United Kingdom, UK and some Commonwealth countries, ansaphone or ansafone (from a trade name), or telephone answering device (TAD), is used for answering telephone calls and recording callers' messages. When a telephone rings a set number of times predetermined by the call's recipient the answering machine will activate and play either a generic announcement or a customized greeting created by the recipient. Unlike voicemail, an answering machine is placed at the user's premises alongside—or incorporated within—the user's landline telephone, and unlike operator messaging, the caller does not talk to a human. As landlines become less important due to the shift to cell phone technology, and as unified communications evolve, the installed base of TADs is shrinking. History Most 20th-century answering machines used magnetic recording, which Valdemar Poulsen invent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
