David Z. Goodman dies at 81

David Zelag Goodman, who shared an Oscar nomination for your script to "Fanatics together with other OthersInch in addition to written "Monte Walsh," "Hay Dogs" and "Logan's Run" within a effective run inside the seventies, died Monday, Sept. 26, in Concord from the brain disorder referred to as progressive supranuclear palsy. He was 81.Goodman's work shown lengthy lasting: "Monte Walsh," starring Lee Marvin, was remade in 2003 just like a TNT telepic starring Tom Selleck Fly fishing rod Lurie's remake of Mike Peckinpah's "Hay Dogs" was released on friday together with a remake of "Logan's Run," to star Ryan Gosling, influences works at Warner Bros.Producer Zev Braun, who labored with Goodman for several years, known towards the film author as "a man who understood man's instinct, and also, since he understood man's instinct, he understood drama."Goodman needed a distinctive course with a career in Hollywood.Born in NY to immigrant Jewish parents who wanted him to become rabbi, Goodman examined inside a yeshiva. Eventually his interests switched for the secular world, however, which he acquired a B.A. in British from Queens College in NY after which it headed to Yale, where he examined drama.Goodman had his antiwar play "High Named Today" produced Off Broadway in 1954, when he was 24. The NY Times' Brooks Atkinson referred to as him an "original" and "gifted" author.Goodman's first effort in showbiz was the script for your Hammer-produced adventure film "Stranglers of Bombay" (1959). Next he labored in television, penning eight cases of "The Untouchables" and cases of "Combat!" together with a show referred to as "Mr. Broadway."He returned to bigscreen make use of the highly regarded as as 1970 comedy "Fanatics while others Others,Inch they, Renee Taylor and Ernest Bologna modified in the follow Taylor and Bologna. The identical year he co-composed the considerably acclaimed Western "Monte Walsh."In 1971 came the violent, questionable "Hay Dogs," which Goodman co-scripted with Peckinpah with various novel. Star Dustin Hoffman would remain a pal of Goodman's.Goodman scripted the 1974 mystery thriller "Guy around the Swing," starring High high cliff Robertson, as well as the 1975 remake of "Farewell, My Lovely," starring Robert Mitchum.He gained an effect along with his first work for balance sci-fi, "Logan's Run," in 1976. (Goodman was brought to the project after a number of other authors couldn't realize success, which he ultimately acquired sole credit for your script.)Goodman's strong decade ongoing with 1977's "March or Die," starring Gene Hackman and Catherine Deneuve, as well as the memorable thriller "Eyes of Laura Mars," they co-scripted with John Contractor while others.He then returned to television for just about any miniseries adaptation of Howard Fast's "Freedom Road."Goodman scripted "Fighting Back" and "Guy, Lady and Child" at the begining of eighties.Producer Braun mentioned that furthermore to their personal work, Goodman "had the capacity to put his finger on the problem in the script. As well as the best example was when Sherry Lansing introduced him straight into address problems inside the script for 'Fatal Attraction.' Goodman mentioned to Lansing in the Glenn Close character, 'You can't allow her to free! You have to kill her! Let's drown her!'"Goodman was missing almost every other movies produced for several years, but he and Braun co-composed "Cover," the story of Russian spy Sasha Litvinenko's poisoning, that's presently in pre-production.Goodman is managed to get by his wife, Marjorie, to whom he was married for 61 years a daughter, Kevis, a professor of British at UC Berkeley together with a sister. Contact Carmel Dagan at carmel.dagan@variety.com

Andy Rooney's Retirement Prompts Nostalgia, Jabs Among Viewers

Andy Rooney, who has been a fixture on CBS' 60 Minutes since 1978, is set to call it quits after this Sunday's broadcast.our editor recommendsAndy Rooney Ending Regular '60 Minutes' Segment The 92-year-old newsman will appear in a career retrospective interview with Morley Safer on Oct. 2, giving his final sign-off during a quintessential show-wrapping segment. Rooney is not likely to be replaced on the program. PHOTOS: The Faces of Broadcast and Cable News: Anderson Cooper, Katie Couric and More "There's nobody like Andy and there never will be," saidJeff Fager, CBS News chairman and 60 executive producer. "He'll hate hearing this, but he's an American original. His contributions to 60 Minutes are immeasurable; he's also a great friend." Viewers and fans have weighed in on Rooney's legacy with messages of appreciation, and a few light quips at his expense. HowardKurtz Never thought it'd happen: Andy Rooney steps down from 60 Minutes at age 92. What. A. Run. Justin Stangel Andy Rooney, 92, will make last appearance on '60 Minutes' this Sunday. America responds, Andy Rooney was still on "60 Minutes?" HankCrook I've always enjoyed those Andy Rooney bits on 60 Minutes. They don't make journalists like that anymore. The Comedy Couple Andy Rooney will leave "60 Minutes" at age 92. He plans to spend his time complaining about random objects in his room at the nursing home. Holly Suthers Loss for Journalism, what an icon Charlie Harper Breaking News: Mayan Calendar outlasts Andy Rooney. Tom Jicha Andy Rooney steps down from '60 Minutes,' which he said he would never do. Anyone doubt he was pushed? Fergusontx If you missed Mr. Rooney's work in the late 70's and early 80's, you missed a keen observationist who had an extraordinary ability to communicate. The past few years have been like watching a once great athlete who played a couple too many seasons. I choose to remember his great work. Allie Townsend Andy Rooney, might I suggest Twitter for all of your grumpy ranting needs? Miguel A. Gonzalez Andy Rooney of 60 Minutes fame will retire Sunday. His eyebrows, however, will continue their contract indefinitely. Jennifer Eddy Didn't know Andy Rooney was leaving 60 Min.He's an institution,will be sad to hear him sign off for last time, he's been on TV my whole life Related Topics CBS 60 Minutes

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Box Office Report: Brad Pitt's 'Moneyball' and Family Pic 'Dolphin Tale' in Close Race

Brad Pitt baseball drama Moneyball and family pic Dolphin Tale are in a close race at the weekend box office, making it difficult to call which movie will score the winning homerun.our editor recommendsDolphin Tale: Film ReviewAbduction: Film ReviewMoneyball: Toronto Review Early returns show both films grossing in the $20 million range for the weekend, although Moneyball is expected to win the the Friday race itself. But since family films often gain traction on Saturday and Sunday, Dolphin Tale -- from Alcon Entertainment and Warner Bros., the same team behind The Blind Side -- could pull ahead. Still, Sony's Moneyball is no slouch and could dig in. The film is drawing glowing notices, particularly for Pitt's performance, and is benefiting from strong interest among males and older females. PHOTOS: 'Moneyball' Premiere in Oakland The weekend's two other films -- Taylor Lautner thriller Abduction and Jason Statham-Robert DeNiro action pic Killer Elite -- will depend heavily on nighttime business, so early returns make predictions difficult. However, box office observers put weekend grosses for the two films at $10 million to $13 million, in line with pre-release expectations. Directed by Bennett Miller, Moneyball stars Brad Pitt as the real-life Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland A's who turned the franchise around despite the team's bleak financial situation. Moneyball, also starring Philip Seymour Hoffman, Robin Wright and Jonah Hill, is based on Michael Lewis' 2003 book of the same name and made its world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival. Dolphin Tale also boasts strong awareness and good reviews, and is tracking well with women and families. Directed by Charles Martin Smith, the feel-good film is based on a true story about a bottlenose dolphin rescued off the Florida Coast after her tail was injured. VIDEO: Taylor Lautner's 'Abudution' Premiere: What's Next for the 'Twilight' Actor? Alcon and Warner Bros. marketed the movie -- starring Harry Connick Jr., Ashley Judd and Morgan Freeman -- both to faith-based audiences and general moviegoers, as they did with Blind Side. The early strength of Dolphin Tale is another win for the family genre. Last weekend, Disney's 3D re-release of The Lion King topped the box office chart with a stellar $30.2 million opening. Lion King is expected to fall about 50% in its second outing. Lionsgate's Abduction is the clear choice among teen girls and younger women and could easily over-perform. In the action-thriller, directed by John Singleton, Lautner plays a teenager who learns his parents aren't who they say they are when he sees his picture on a missing children's website. The film, which is recieving poor reviews, also stars Lily Collins, Sigourney Weaver, Maria Bello and Freema Agyeman. Killer Elite is the first release from Tom Ortenberg's Open Road Films, the independent acquisitions and distribution company backed by AMC Entertainment and Regal Entertainment. Killer Elite is sparking plenty of interest among males, but will have to compete with Moneyball. The film also stars Clive Owen and was directed by Gary McKendry. Moneyball and Killer Elite aren't the only titles playing at the recent Toronto Film Festival to bow this weekend at the domestic box office: Relativity Media opens Gerard Butler action biopic Machine Gun Preacher in four theaters in NY and Los Angeles before expanding into 15 additional markets on Sept. 30. Relativity acquired U.S. distribution rights to Machine Gun Preacher from Lionsgate. Related Topics Brad Pitt Taylor Lautner Moneyball Dolphin Tale Killer Elite

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Variance nabs 'Elevate' rights

Variance Films has acquired U.S. theatrical rights to the basketball documentary "Elevate" and has set an opening for Oct. 21 in NY.Directed by Anne Buford, the film follows four teenagers from Senegal aiming to wind up with careers in the NBA.Variance announced the deal Friday. It will open "Elevate" in Los Angeles, Dallas and San Antonio on Nov. 4 and in Chicago, Houston, Washington DC and Oklahoma City on Nov. 11."Elveate," filmed over four years, documents the challenges the four Senegalese selected from by Seeds (Sports for Education and Economic Development in Senegal) in dealing with American culture, mastering English and adapting to aggressive American-style basketball. Pic was produced by Buford, Chiemi Karasawa, Mark Becker, and Victoria Yoffie. Contact Dave McNary at dave.mcnary@variety.com

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The Avengers assemble on Captain America Blu-ray

Captain America: The Very First Avengerheads by movie theaters later this season and does Marvel understand how to tempt punters right into a purchase? Do bears go # 2 in wooded areas?Watching Chris Pine's supersoldier kick Nazi butt is going to be a good enough draw for fans that do not salute the flag regularly (fun fact: the film did more theatrical business outdoors of America of computer did in america).However, Marvel can also be contacting The Avengers to put together to seal the offer. So while we are sure the feature commentary may be worth a listen and also the Marvel short is fun, it is the "exclusive sneak look in to the ultimate Superhero team, Marvel's The Avengers" which will have fans buzzing. Browse the trailer around the Marvel.com web site to see brief clips from the Set up Starts featurette.

Death of a Superhero

A Bavaria Film Intl. presentation of a Bavaria Pictures and Grand Pictures production in co-production with Picture Circle, Cinemendo/Trixter, CinePostproduction and Bavaria Film. (International sales: Bavaria Film Intl., Geiselgasteig, Germany.) Produced by Astrid Kahmke, Philipp Kreuzer, Michael Garland. Executive producers, Matthias Esche, Jan S. Kaiser, Anthony McCarten, Paul Donovan. Co-producers, Mark Porsche, Michael Coldewey, Christian Sommer. Directed by Ian FitzGibbon. Screenplay, Anthony McCarten, from his novel.With: Andy Serkis, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Aisling Loftus, Michael McElhatton, Sharon Horgan. (English dialogue)Adolescence is often portrayed as a matter of life and death, but that's pretty much the case in helmer Ian FitzGibbon's coming-of-age-with-cancer romance "Death of a Superhero." Pic sidesteps cloying sentimentality and heavy-handedness with the help of a solid cast, led by Thomas Brodie-Sangster as a budding graphic novelist whose days may be numbered, but whose imagination fills the screen with macabre cartoons fueled by anger, frustration and an artistic soul. Mix of live-action and animation could attract a youth audience, but the pic's general appeal will lie in its honesty and touching performances. Adapted by screenwriter Andrew McCarten from his own novel, the film relocates the story from New Zealand to Dublin (owing to the involvement of Grand Pictures and the Irish Film Board) and has the virtues of a strong cast. But its chief onscreen innovation is the way it swings between toon and live-action characters, a daredevil trapeze act that keeps it from succumbing to mawkishness and helps to distract from an otherwise fairly rudimentary narrative. Donald (Brodie-Sangster), lank, pale and bald from chemo, imagines cartoon eruptions that feature his muscular, mute alter ego as well as his arch enemy, the Glove, a villain with syringes for fingers (his sexy, busty accomplice embodies a more typical teenage fantasy). Brodie-Sangster has a challenging role on his hands in that Donald is not an object of pity; he's funny and keeps things in perspective, except when his fuming anger gets the better of him, prompting the misbehavior that keeps his parents (Michael McElhatton, Sharon Horgan) on tenterhooks. As fine as McElhatton and Horgan are, they're overshadowed by two standouts in addition to Brodie-Sangster. One is Andy Serkis, who plays Dr. Adrian King, the unorthodox death therapist, or thanatologist, to whom Donald's parents bring their son and with whom he forms a bond. Serkis is something of a revelation, perhaps because his best-known roles have him disguised as something otherworldly or animalistic (Caesar in the recent "Rise of the Planet of the Apes," for instance, or Gollum in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy), and here is very human indeed. FitzGibbon's other natural resource is the superb Aisling Loftus ("Oranges and Sunshine") as Shelly, a wry, acerbic teen who seems to be 16 going on 37 and gives Donald precisely what he needs: a reason to feel attractive and alive to someone other than his parents. Death of a Superhero" doesn't sugarcoat anything -- neither cancer nor the awkward, unpleasant ways people deal with it. It's a far cry from the broader comedy of the current "50/50," but there's a kinship between both films in their attempts to make cancer something other than a plot point or an ominous death sentence, and to acknowledge that people ordinarily deal with incipient catastrophe through a mix of unhappiness and laughter, graveyard humor and tears. In doing this, FitzGibbon ("Perrier's Bounty") has achieved something special; even a late scene, in which Donald's friends (with Dr. King as an accomplice) arrange for a prostitute to ensure that Donald doesn't die a virgin, is handled well. Much of the credit for this goes to Jessica Schwarz, playing one of the more sensitive hookers in recent cinema. Production values are good, although the music cues are occasionally ridiculous.Camera (color, HD), Tom Fahrmann; editor, Tony Cranstoun; production designer, Mark Geraghty; music, Marius Ruhland; costume designer, Kathy Strachan; sound (Dolby Digital 5.1), Ray Cross, Frank Heidbrink; sound designer/supervising sound editor, Christoph von Schonburg; re-recording mixer, Benjamin Rosenkind; visual effects/animation supervisor, Alessandro Cioffi; associate producers, Ailish McElmeel, Lukas Batthyany, Tilo Seiffert; casting, Ros Hubbard, Louise Kiely, Siegfried Wagner. Reviewed at Toronto Film Festival (Special Presentations), Sept.13, 2011. Running time: 96 MIN. Contact the Variety newsroom at news@variety.com

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Snoop Dogg, Warner Bros. TV Developing Family Sitcom

USA"Covert Affairs" USA Network has renewed veteran series Covert Affairs and Royal Pains, and picked up a second season of Necessary Roughness. All three series have received 16-episode orders for their new seasons. Covert Affairs will return for a third round, while Royal Pains' pickup will be its fourth. "We had an unprecedented number of original series on our air -- and every single one of them was great," said USA Network co-presidents Chris McCumber and Jeff Wachtel. "Our writers, directors and producers truly understand what it takes to create sustainable success. It's a rare and wonderful thing to announce the pick-up of our entire summer of programming." Covert Affairs stars Piper Perabo as young CIA operative Annie Walker, ranking as the top cable series on Tuesdays this summer among total viewers and the adults 25-54 demographic. Royal Pains, led by Mark Feuerstein -- who will be helming an episode -- stars as concierge doctor Dr. Hank Lawson. Guest stars for its winter return include Joanna Garcia, Wilmer Valderrama and Kyle Howard. Necessary Roughness, starring Callie Thorne, aired its season finale on Wednesday, averaging 5.9 million viewers. The renewals wrap up a successful summer for the cable network, which had eight scripted series airing this summer. The three shows join the network's other returning scripted series: Fairly Legal, White Collar, Burn Notice, In Plain Sight and Suits. Earlier this summer, USA picked up the Michael Ealy series, Common Law, which will debut next year. The network also ordered two comedy pilots in an effort to jump into the half-hour space, including one that could star Nathan Lane. RELATED: USA Network Tops Cable Competitors in Summer Ratings EXCLUSIVE: 'White Collar' Star to Make TV Directing Debut USA Network

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