October 15, 2004

Talkin' Heads in Quirky Specs: The Launch of "Variety Vision"

If you've been to Varitey lately, you probably noticed the streamlined layout. But did you happen to click on the new "Variety Vision" clips? This might eventually turn out to be an interesting concept, but geez guys, can you spend a few bucks and spring for a set? We know the burnt umber Variety newsroom lends some authenticity, but come on - this is some public access quality work here. (or maybe not - see this NYC-based public access film news show "Indieville"). Pull something posh together guys - just make sure it doesn't clash with Snyder's swanky eyewear...

In all seriousness, if they do up the production value and plop in some more bits of EPK eye candy, people might actually watch 'em.

While they're at it, they should partner up with the good folks at Akimbo so I can watch these clips on my TV as soon as the service launches.

The Screening Q&A covering the Huckabee's flick is great -- but if you watch Saturday Morning Shootout, you already know how good Peter Bart can be. Maybe he can let his team use the coffee house set...

If you want to see Shootout, you can watch the entire episode from last week right here.

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