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SNL@50: The Eras: 2022-Present: Institution
SNL’s 50th Anniversary had people predicting its end…again. Here’s why it shouldn’t end and keep going on with or without Lorne Michaels. [click for more]
Articles by Bill Gatevackes
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SNL@50: The Eras: 2012-2022: The Kate McKinnon Era
There have been a lot of superstars on SNL, but none quite as super as Kate McKinnon [click for more]
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SNL@50: The Eras: 2006-2012: The Kristen Wiig Era
Love her or hate her, Kristin Wiig dominated SNL like no other actress in the show’s history. We talk about her era here. [click for more]
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SNL@50: The Eras: 1999-2006: The Tina Fey Era
It took SNL a long time to make a woman head writer on the show, but when they did, they pick a comedy genius who is a legend even at her young age–Tina Fey. [click for more]
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Spawn of SNL: THE BEN STILLER SHOW
Ben Stiller wanted to be SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE’s Generation X version of Albert Brooks. When that didn’t happen, he created a show that made him a superstar. [click for more]
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SNL@50: The Eras: 1995-1999: Stability And Starmaking
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE bounces back from near cancellation and make it move toward big screen dominance. Only one path succeeded. [click for more]
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Spawn of SNL: THE KIDS IN THE HALL
SNL creator Lorne Michaels didn’t always use his eye for emerging talent for his own show, but also helped this Canadian sketch powerhouse team gain fame. [click for more]
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SNL@50: The Eras: 1990-1995: The Frat Boy Era
Michaels wanted to inject fresh blood into SNL so it could continue to grow and stronger. Instead, it was a virus that almost killed the show. [click for more]
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SNL@50: The Swings and Misses
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE has an excellent track record with recognizing cast members who would go on to be big stars. But their batting average isn’t perfect. [click for more]
Comics And Film
2024 In Review: What The Top Ten Grossers Say About The State of Cinema
2024 will be defined by its most popular films. What do the Top Ten films of 2024 tell us about the state of the cinema and where it will be going. [click for more]