Something to look forward to come July 27:


If you're thinking hot sex, well, me, too. But we can't really tell for sure. That's the only Pete scene in episode 1 that was mentioned here: http://www.insidesocal.com/tv/2008/07/mad-men-the-madness-begins.html Beware! Kinda spoilerish Mad Men Season 2 stuffs on there. But nothing major was given, really. The writer called them "insights". You can read the article and still won't be able to tell what's gonna happen with the Mad Men characters. I swear!


Special shout-out to aldo_77 (you gotta un-friends-only your LJ, hun; you have good Mad Men/VK bits there) who gave us some bad news and good news:

The Bad - VK isn't among the Emmy semi-finalists.
The Good - There's a new  Starfury: The Chosen video on youtube by Sean Harry:

by Robbie Smith

In a bar covered in fake blood next to a topless bartender.

So I signed up to be an extra in a movie called "Ricky 6" not knowing anything about it. My role was to stand at a bar drinking grape juice (as if it were wine). Once the director said rolling, out shuffled Vincent Kartheiser covered in blood from a doorway opposite the bar and a topless bartender stands up from behind the bar. On the first take I asked Vincent what the fake blood tasted like as it was all over his face and he took a big lick of it smearing his makeup job and infuriating the makeup crew who ran out to fix it. Incidently he said it tasted like cherry.


Source: the celebrity cafe via Google Alert

I've been too preoccupied with basketball lately that I had a temporary amnesia and totally forgot about the chat with VK. Yeah, I wasn't there!!! So, so terrible. It could have been my one and only chance to cyber-speak with VK. *sob* Who chatted with him? What were the questions asked? To think that I have been preparing the questions I'm supposed to ask as soon as I found out about the chat. Boo!

Anyway, to those interested, "the June 23 issue of Advertising Age has a 16-page black & white "retro" supplement featuring MAD MEN."  One of the stories included is PETE CAMPBELL: THE LIFE OF AN ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE.

Thanks to Julie Farin of Mad Men Yahoo! Group for the info.

Article: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/06/22/magazine/22madmen-t.html?ref=magazine
Pictures: http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2008/06/22/magazine/0622-MADMEN_index.html

Spotted 1

MONDAY, JUNE 16
I saw Vincent Kartheiser of Mad Men on the Continental redeye from Newark to LAX. He was dressed just like Pete Campbell in a brown suit and vintage skinny tie, and bopping around the terminal to whatever was on his iPod. Staying in his character's groove I guess, he was only slightly more subdued once on board (first class of course). Much better looking in person than on the show, but an occasional burger wouldn't kill him - the guy is rail thin.

Source: Defamer

Too bad...not even an HQ can console me for LA Lakers' defeat. Oh well, NBA season is over. And it's European Cup for me next. Team Spain!!!




Mad Men HQ Source: whedon
Mad Men MQ Source: M&C or T&M

Two Mad Men events happened yesterday, unfortunately, I was able to find three VK pics only and they're also very small.

1. AMC Hosts Private Preview Screening of "Mad Men Season 2"

- still searching

2. 67th Annual Peabody Awards

Visit krisalis' LJ for the scan and transcription. Very interesting interview where he talks about his fantasy of being a douche bag behind a desk. LOL.

There are more best of MM videos here where you can see VK.

Part 1
Part 2

Supporting actor, drama

Stuck with one of the year's worst stories (murder and its cover-up), Plemons made do, and given one of the year's best stories (the death of his girlfriend), Leonard made hay. You could nominate almost anyone from The Wire or Lost and feel safe, but the three actors above had standout seasons. As for substitutes, consider Vincent Kartheiser or John Slattery from Mad Men, or Justin Chambers, who got the same kind of finale gift and lift from Grey's as Leonard did from House.


Source: USA Today


I just really need to rant. From a 24-point lead to a 6-point deficit...are you kidding me?!! I hate the Celtics. *angry*

Mark your calendars!

# 1

Series Creator Weiner, Star Hamm, Cast Members Look Back At First Season On AMC Special

Gearing up for the second season of its award-winning retro advertising series, AMC will present The Best of Mad Men Season One this Sunday.

The 30-minute special, bowing at 11:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on June 15, will feature series creator Matthew Weiner and the cast revealing on-set antics and behind-the-scenes footage from what happened at the fictional Sterling Cooper agency.

Jon Hamm portrays creative genius Don Draper on AMC's Mad MenIn addition to Weiner, cast members Jon Hamm (Don Draper), Elisabeth Moss (Peggy Olson), Vincent Kartheiser (Pete Campbell), January Jones (Betty Draper),Christina Hendricks (Joan Holloway) and John Slattery (Roger Sterling) will reminisce about their favorite moments on set and what they really think about the sex, lies and storyline surprises from the original series’ first season.

The special will also be available online at www.AMCtv.com, starting June 16.

The second season debuts July 27 at 10 p.m.

Source: Multichannel

# 2 - This is not really confirmed yet, so don't hate me if it's not gonna happen. =)

Live Chat Session with GLENN CLOSE on June 23

Yep, we FINALLY sorted out the problems with our chat sessions here at TheEnvelope.com (don't ask). First one to sked:

Glenn Close - "Damages" - Monday, June 23 -- 3:30 PST -- 6:30p.m. EST

I'm PRETTY SURE we also have OKs from these folks, but I'm just waiting on specific times:

Marcia Cross ("Desperate Housewives")
Kevin Connolly ("Entourage")
Laura Dern ("Recount")

Vincent Kartheiser ("Mad Men")

Plus we have lots more in the works -- Stay tuned.

Source: Gold Derby

THANKS SO MUCH TO aldo_77 FOR THIS INFO!!! *mwah*


Lastly, I don't normally post Mad Men stuffs here unless it has very good VK mentions *cough*not a fan of the show*cough*, but I love fashion and good advertisements so I'm posting these:

Part 1 courtesy of LA Times

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR, DRAMA

KEN TUCKER: I don't think there was a finer TV arc this season than the one Michael K. Williams provided as the likable stone killer Omar in The Wire. And for me, the standout guy in Mad Men is John Slattery's amoral silver-fox ad exec. Who do you like?
GILLIAN FLYNN: I agree. It's all about those brilliant ensembles. I'm with you on Williams — the guy can make a bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios fascinating. For my Mad man, though, I vote for Vincent Kartheiser's slippery young exec, Pete Campbell: greasy on the outside — slimily insecure on the inside!

OUR PICKS (from left): Michael K. Williams, John Slattery, Vincent Kartheiser

 

Source: Entertainment Weekly (Thanks to runtsix of ONTD)

Pictures:





Video:

It's right here: http://theenvelope.latimes.com/ Just check out the video player beside 'more news'. Or you may just go here: http://theenvelope.latimes.com/galleries/video/

Supporting men in Emmy contention
By PAULA HENDRICKSON

While period pieces can be an enjoyable escape for actors, the associated multitasking can be arduous.

"There's the physical part of it," says John Slattery, who plays Roger Sterling on AMC's 1960s-set "Mad Men." "We did a scene where I had to come in, make a drink and light a cigarette. I was like, 'How the hell did they do this?' Smoking and drinking at the same time isn't easy."

Associated props and the constricting clothes of the era impact the actors' performances as well.

"It all goes into how you stand, how you sit, whether you can breathe," Slattery says. "That gives you something to occupy yourself that distracts you from being self-conscious, which to my mind is what it's all about."

But there's a downside, too.

"When you're dealing with a project that takes place in another era, there are more chances for us to take people out of the story through inaccuracy," says Vincent Kartheiser, who plays Pete Campbell. He notes the entire crew's dedication to getting the details correct -- down to sweaty armpits for an episode set during a week in 1960 that actually experienced a record-breaking heat wave -- makes his job easier.

Both say working in "Mad Men's" large ensemble had distinct advantages.

"It's a collaborative space," Kartheiser says, "and that allows you, as an actor, to really commit to that moment and make those choices. And because everyone around you is doing that, too, you don't feel like you're left out on a limb."

"To some people, ensembles create a competitive atmosphere where you want to try to outdo somebody," Slattery says. "But to my mind, the better the actor you have opposite you is only going to make the team better."

Slattery originally wanted to play Don Draper but now is very comfortable in Roger's skin.

"I feel like I've grown into it, and the writers see that. If you can deliver for those writers, they like nothing more. If you can take what they write and add something to it, it make their job that much easier."

JOHN SLATTERY

Favorite scene: "Roger's had a heart attack and is in the hospital. The guy has a particular moral code and now he's afraid he's going to die. Then his wife comes in, and he just falls apart. He turns into a little boy who's afraid to die."

What you like most about your character: "I like how complicated he is. I think he's a healthy person despite all of his unhealthy behavior because he sees the situation and pragmatically comes up with a plan of action. Whether it's right or wrong, he dives in, acts and takes the consequences."

TV guilty pleasure: "Project Runway." "I like it because the people are so talented. They have 10 minutes, you give them a piece of cloth, and they make something out of it! What I like is the show is about the creativity, not just, 'Let's vote the biggest asshole off the island.'"

VINCENT KARTHEISER

Favorite scene: "I loved the scene with Pete's mom and dad, and with his in-laws. As much as I love doing the stuff in the office, there's something about getting out on location. They take these bars and turn them into 1960 New York, and it's pretty amazing."

What you like most about your character: "I like Pete's ambition, that he doesn't think before he talks most of the time. And I kind of like his naivete -- he just imagines that something will work the way he plans for it to work, and then he goes about sticking his foot in his mouth. I can really relate to it."

TV guilty pleasure: "Top Chef"


Source: Variety


Never thought VK is the type who watches reality TV...and a cooking competition at that!!! Oh well, I prefer Iron Chef America. I love Mario Batali. ;)

Supporting Drama Actor

Possible Nominee: Vincent Kartheiser, "Mad Men"

Spotlight: Vincent Kartheiser's conniving role is the fascinating epitome of the Madison Avenue huckster: He's a devil lurking behind the grinning face of a cherub who could sell poison to a nun.


Couldn't help but post this. I love how they described Pete. Haha,


Source: LA Times


edit: TCA Awards nominations are in. Lots of Mad Men nominations. But none solely for Vinnie. =(