Democrats hope unconventional travelogue entices viewers

You may not recognize Amanda Collin’s name today, but if you take the time to watch Ridley Scott and Aaron Guzikowski’s impressive new series “Raised by Wolves” you certainly won’t forget her face. Set about 150 years in the future, Collin portrays Mother, an android charged with raising an arc full of human children on a hostile alien planet.

Pete Buttigieg, who made waves in the Democratic presidential primary as a gay presidential candidate, made progress on LGBTQ rights a component of his message during his speech Thursday at the Democratic National Convention.

Ted Johnson Joe Biden’s widely praised acceptance speech wrapped up the most unusual political convention we’ve seen — a big test for the Democrats in how they communicate their message during the coronavirus crisis.If the goal was to project unity, empathy and purpose, it worked. As others have noted, the virtual nature of the convention by default removed some of the problems that plagued Hillary Clinton’s large-scale gathering four years ago, i.e.

Bruce Haring pmc-editorial-managerTrevor Noah and his comedy team had some fun on the last night of the Democratic convention, tossing a few zingers at the serious doings on Zoom.The Democrats are the target this week, followed by the Republicans next Monday, Aug.

Dominic Patten, Ted Johnson It was superstar time at the Democratic National Convention tonight, and there were fireworks going off, in Delaware, Pennsylvania and the White House“The Democrats will roll out their biggest guns yet,” declared ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos as the broadcast networks went live at 10 PM ET before speeches by former President Barack Obama and Vice-Presidential nominee Senator Kamala Harris.“I know a predator when I see one,” former prosecutor Harris proclaimed in a

Dominic Patten Senior Editor, Legal & TV CriticEXCLUSIVE: Ricky Kirshner had been working on Democratic National Conventions since the first time Bill Clinton was nominated, but the realities of the coronavirus pandemic this year saw the Emmy winning producer to literally move the show across the nation at very short notice.“We built a show that was anchored in Milwaukee, with a center in Milwaukee, where we would kind of roll out on to a much bigger set,” Kirshner says from the control room in

Ted Johnson The first night of the Democratic National Convention drew about 25% fewer viewers across six networks than in 2016, according to early numbers from Nielsen Media Research.The convention drew 18.7 million viewers in the 10 PM ET to 11:15 PM ET timeframe, when the most networks were carrying the convention proceedings, highlighted by a speech by former First Lady Michelle Obama.

Maggie Rogers and Leon Bridges performed at last night’s Democratic National Convention, which took place virtually for the first time.Presented by Eva Longoria (Desperate Housewives), the week-long event’s first instalment featured speeches from former First Lady Michelle Obama and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, who both urged viewers to vote for Joe Biden in the US presidential election this November.Rogers played her track ‘Back In My Body’ from an outdoor coastal setting in Scarborough,

Will Thorne Staff WriterOn the first night of the Democratic National Convetion (DNC), which saw Michelle Obama deliver a rousing speech to steal the show, ABC drew the largest total audience, at least according to early estimates.The Disney-owned network drew 2.1 million total viewers to its 10 p.m. coverage of the convention, and scored a 0.3 rating among adults 18-49.

Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterFrom Democrats and Republicans rallying against Trump’s handling of the pandemic to the emotional moment of silence for George Floyd to Michelle Obama’s memorable “It is what it is” speech, it was all about the first night of the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Monday night. However, it was all about which network came out on top.

Michelle Obama wants you to get out and vote! For Night 1 of the Democratic National Convention on August 17, 2020, the 56-year-old accessorized her outfit in the most appropriate way possible: with a 14-karat gold VOTE necklace by the beloved Black-owned brand, By Chari.She paired the design with large hoop earrings and a long-sleeved brown silk Nanushka blouse.

Michelle Obama has once again reminded us that we hold the keys to our future!

Michelle Obama delivered a passionate condemnation of President Donald Trump during Monday's opening night of the Democratic National Convention, declaring him “in over his head” and warning that the nation's mounting crises would only get worse if he's reelected over Joe Biden. “Donald Trump is the wrong president for our country,” she said.

Washington Post journalist Karen Attiah tweeted. “As do many of us women who are used to not being heard.”“I never imagined that something I'm so passionate about could mean so much to so many!” tweeted after the big moment.

LAS VEGAS -- The pageantry often associated with presidential conventions will be remade again as Democrats gather virtually for a second day. The roll call vote of state delegations, which typically unfolds over several hours of fanfare, will instead be abbreviated Tuesday.

NEW YORK -- After a night in which television struggled to keep up with the Democrats' virtual convention, networks were rewarded with the most traditional of political events — a powerful speech. Before former first lady Michelle Obama's keynote address, much of the coverage felt uncomfortably like watching an army making the common mistake of fighting a new conflict with the tactics of the last war.

Ted Johnson, Dominic Patten Michelle Obama delivered a blistering speech about the character of Donald Trump, as she gave the marquee speech on the first night of the Democratic National Convention that was the highlight of the evening and also an unusual moment in history.“Let me be as honest and clear as I possibly can,” Obama said in her pre-taped remarks. “Donald Trump is the wrong president for our country.

Alexandra Del Rosario Associate Editor/Nights & WeekendsLate Night hosts Stephen Colbert, Trevor Noah and Jimmy Fallon took aim at the first night of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, which has gone virtual this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.Monday featured pre-recorded speeches from political figures including Amy Klobuchar, Andrew Cuomo, Jim Clyburn, Bernie Sanders and most notably Michelle Obama.

Michelle Obama delivered a powerful closing speech at 2020 Democratic National Convention where she denounced Trump, spoke highly of Joe Biden, and encouraged viewers to vote, either in-person or by mail.