Raines

Lifetime Gets Ready for 'Rita Rocks'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:30:00 GMT

Lifetime has yet another treat for comedy fans out there. The network recently picked up its first original comedy in a decade. Created and executively produced by Stan Zimmerman and Jim Berg, Rita Rocks is set to hit Lifetime in the fall, with 13 episodes ordered by the network, to be produced by Media Rights Capital. Lifetime has paired Rita Rocks with their off-net run of Reba in a one-hour block that promises laughter and fun.

Raines star Nicole Sullivan is set to star as Rita, a woman whose unfulfilled life as a married, working mother who rediscovers her spunk when she becomes a musician in a garage band. Co-starring in the comedy offering are Richard Ruccolo, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Kelly Gould and Raviv Ullman.

Hot List: Raines - Dov Davidoff

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 02:51:07 GMT

One of the budding comedians nowadays, Dov Davidoff easily establishes himself in the entertainment scene with his offbeat delivery of punch lines. His distinct and creative material can be seen in whatever endeavor he partakes. Talented and full of potential, he lands numerous comedy gigs, as well as several television projects. His tenacity in the showbiz world makes him stand out from the rest of the crowd. Currently, he stars on the police drama Raines.

Hot List: Raines - Madeleine Stowe

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 02:43:42 GMT

Madeline Stowe rises from her meek and timid persona as she penetrates the entertainment scene. She exudes grace and sophistication, whether in playing the piano or in acting. As an actress, her career spans over 25 years, which illustrates wisdom and know-how. Her gentle presence on-cam definitely depicts serenity and tranquility yet she is highly capable of portraying fierce and dramatic character roles. Undeniably beautiful, she effortlessly attracts viewers with her vibrant skin and her angelic façade. At present, she stars on the television series Raines.

Raines: Pilot Review

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 23:15:38 GMT

Raines, the new hour-long drama from NBC, is a neo-noir. That's right. No matter what the promos tell you (that Raines is a procedural cop drama where Jeff Goldblum talks to dead people), Raines is pure noir, and it's a breath of fresh air. The show has its issues, but we'll get to those in a second. First, let's take a look at the concept:

Jeff Goldblum plays a homicide detective that talks to the deceased murder victims from the cases he is solving. It sounds high concept, but after watching the pilot, it's really not. This isn't a Ghost Whisperer type-of-thing; Detective Raines is merely hallucinating these people, and he's not magically learning new information that will help him solve the case.

Mid Season Preview - NBC's Raines

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 10:35:46 GMT

Jeff Goldblum applies his trademark tics to the role of L.A Detective Michael Raines, a cop with the ability to speak with recently deceased murder victims. Or does he? Are the fleeting images and morbid discourse all part of an over-active imagination, or vital clues imparted by howling specters from beyond the grave.