Tuesday Tales

"Obessed", starring singer Beyonce Knowles and Idris Elba, is a modern day "Fatal Attracton" like thriller about a young married couple who's lives are turned upside down when the husband's co-worker takes a liking to him and things go too far. In the film, Elba plays Derek Charles and Knowles, his wife, Sharon. Derek is a successful assest manager and when he encouters an office temp named Lisa, played by "Heros" Ali Larter, sparks fly. Several shocking events occur during the film, and soon, the wife decides to take matters into her own hands. This is a very entertaining film, and one worth checking out.

Wednesday Roundup

Rapper Lil Wayne's rock album has been delayed again. The rapper is currently gettting sample clearance in light of the recent lawsuit regarding "If I Die Tonight". Sears recently announed that the retail chain has droppled rapper LL Cool J's clothing line from it's stores, due to poor sales. Look out for a tour featuring Keri Hilson and The Dream. On the tube: "American Idol" results show on Fox and "Criminal Minds" on CBS. Happy hump day!

Monday Madness

She has conquered the music charts and now she's conquered the silver screen. Singer Beyonce Knowles film, "Obsessed" made 28.5 million at the box office over the weekend, more than projected by the film's distributor. I'll place seeing the film on my to do list. Producer Teddy Riley is bringing the groups Guy and Blackstreet back together. Both groups had hits in the 1990's and it will be interesting to see what comes of these reunions. Be sure to check out the film"Next Day Air", starring Mike Epps and Mos Def. Release date is May 8. On the tube: "House" on Fox and "Dancing With The Stars" on ABC. Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

Actor Terrance Howard is not too pleased about being replaced in the "Iron Man" sequel by actor Don Cheadle. According to Howard., the studio which produced the film, didn't honor it's contract with the actor. He is quoted as saying the studio made a "bad choice". Rapper Lil Wayne made yet another court appearance. The rapper's lawyer requested an injuction, stating that there were conflicting reports regarding what happened when the rapper was pulled over and arrested for gun possession. It's rumored that Danity Kane is secretly recording and album behind Diddy's back. We'll see what comes of that. On the tube tonight: "Terminator" on Fox, and "20/20" on ABC. In theaters: "The Soloist", "Obsessed", "Fighting" and "Earth". Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

Contestants Lil and Anoop bit the dust on last's night's "American Idol". Be sure to tune in next week for the performance show on Tuesday and the results show on Wednesday. Rapper Lil Wayne has threatened to sue QD Productions, the company owned by the son of producer Quincy Jones. The producer has put together a documentary about the rapper's life and has reneged on allowing him final approval on the finished product. It shows the rapper's drug use. Anthony Hamilton is set to tour this summer. No tour dates have be announced yet. It should be a great show. A tape of a Beyonce performance on the Today Show has been leaked. It reportedly shows the singer singing off key. On the tube: "20/20" and "Lost" on ABC, "Hell's Kitchen" on Fox. Happy Thursday!

Wednesday Roundup

It was salute to disco night on last night's "American Idol', and by far the best performances of the evening came from Lil and Adam. We'll learn tonight which two contestants go home. If you haven't already, pick up the latest issues of The Source, XXL and Vibe. The Source goes green with three cover subjects. Bun B., Busta Rhymes and Jadakiss. Rick Ross discusses his beef with 50 Cent and Vibe investigates the Chris Brown/Rhianna story. Rapper Kanye West and girlfriend Ashley are set to appear together in Vogue magazine. Photographs will feature Ashley nude with West completely dressed. Word has it the photographs are artistic. Congraulations to singer Jill Scott are in order. The singer just gave birth to a baby boy. No word on the tot's name. On the tube: The "American Idol" results show on Fox, "Crimminal Minds" on CBS. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

Summer is fast approaching and there's been quite a bit of buzz regarding this year's summer movies. Besides "Wolverine" and "The Soloist", several others are slated for release and it's anyone's guess how they will all fair at the box office. Personally, I'm eager to see "The Soloist" starring Jamie Fox and Robert Downey, Jr. The trailor looks excellent and there's been quite a bit of Oscar buzz surrounding the film as well. As for the others, I'm still debating on which ones will be worth the money. The research will begin soon. Speaking of films, on dvd today: "The Wrestler", "Notorious" and "The Spirit". Day 26 and Jadakiss have new releases on store shelves this week. On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "Dancing With The Stars" results show and "CSI Miami" on CBS. Happy Tuesday!