Lewinsky interview details full and frank portrayal
Barbara Walters describes Monica Lewinsky as open and expressive during a New York interview about her feelings for President Clinton and Kenneth Starr. Lewinsky faced questions on why she pursued married men, with Walters noting her poise and occasional tears as the two hour program airs March 8 during sweeps.
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Simple funeral for Chicago critic Siskel outlined
Siskel, 53, was honored in Highland Park at North Suburban Synagogue Beth El with a quiet memorial attended by 1500 plus family, colleagues, and friends. He died from brain growth removal complications in Evanston. Rabbi Kurtz led the service after a private illness, avoiding a star-studded lineup.
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Wrestling show risks push tag and sexualized content study
An Indiana University study of 50 WWF Raw episodes on USA Network finds the show averages 36 minutes of wrestling per two hour block and features frequent crotch gestures obscene slogans and simulated sexual activity. The Inside Edition project notes 157 obscene gestures 434 sexual slogans 128 episodes with simulated sexual activity and 609 object impacts. WWF defends responsible broadcasting and cites parental warnings and alternative programming during kid hours.
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Broadcasters seek free antennas for satellite viewers
The National Association of Broadcasters urged the satellite industry to provide free rooftop TV antennas to 700,000 to 1 million satellite customers facing loss of Fox and CBS programs on February 28 and April 30. Industry officials note the logistical challenge of distributing free antennas at scale while viewers can seek waivers from local affiliates to continue receiving signals over the air.
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Payback tops Message in a Bottle at box office
In North American screens over the weekend Payback starring Mel Gibson topped Message in a Bottle with final figures. New releases October Sky opened strong with 5.9 million, Office Space earned 4.2 million, and Jawbreaker took 1.6 million for 13th.
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Top 20 Movies at North American Theaters This Weekend
Exhibitor Relations and ACNielsen list the top 20 films by gross and venues. Payback leads with 57.1 million after three weeks, followed by Message in a Bottle and My Favorite Martian, with totals, locations, and averages across studios like Paramount Warner Bros Disney Universal Miramax and more.
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