Austin 360 has one of the better breakdowns of the Frat Pack that I've seen, managing to fit movies and actors into three distinct categories: "The Boys Will be Boys Goof-Offs," "The Realists with Heart," and "The Arty Parodists" with Paul Rudd as the golden boy who manages to work well with any of the three. I enjoy this far better than a previous article I read in which they tried to play Judd Apatow's crew off as "the new Frat pack." What's odd about all this categorizing is that Will Ferrell has stated very clearly that he hates the term "Frat Pack" and doesn't want anyone thinking that there's a clique or team of key players who aren't giving new talent their chance to shine. Easy enough for him to say.
Meanwhile, Emmy nods are out today. Some commentary:
Outstanding Comedy Series
I do not understand the appeal of Ugly Betty, but thank God for 30 Rock getting nominated. The Office and Entourage are both top contenders, but neither has had a particularly outstanding season.
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
I'm pulling for Ricky Gervais, who paved the way for Steve Carell to make you feel so awkward you don't know how to laugh.
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
Tina Fey, as Liz Lemon, gives smart and sassy working women a role model and savior.
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
Rainn Wilson, all the way. Dwight Schrute is a god among nerds.
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
I'm very excited that Jenna Fischer got a nomination for her sidelong glances and wistful demeanor, but I know a lot of people are pulling for Vanessa Williams.
Finally, has this "Outstanding original music and lyrics" category always existed? Here are the nominees:
Family Guy • Peter's Two Dads • Fox
MADtv • 1209 • Fox • Girl Group Co.
Saturday Night Live • Host: Justin Timberlake - Song title: ÒDick In A BoxÓ Scrubs • My Musical: Song Title: ÒEveryting Comes Down to PooÓ
Scrubs • My Musical - Song Title: ÒGuy LoveÓ
Ridonkulous. I really hope that each of these is performed at the Emmys by their original performers. It would rock my world.
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