Jack Kevorkian, the advocate of doctor-assisted suicide who spent eight years in prison for second-degree murder, is cooperating with HBO Films for a movie about his controversial practices.

Kevorkian, now 79, assisted in at least 130 suicides and beat the state court system in Michigan numerous times, but he was convicted in 1999 after he willingly sent a videotape of himself euthanizing a terminally ill man to CBS’ “60 Minutes”.

He received a 10- to 25-year sentence for second-degree murder — serving his sentence in a maximum-security prison in Michigan — but was paroled in June.

Executive producer Steve Jones — who has been working on this project for a few years — noted that it marks the first time Kevorkian has authorized any media-based project surrounding his life and efforts in assisted suicide.

“He’s a living icon, and he’s led one of the most unique lives there is; there’s not a dull moment,” said Jones.

“He doesn’t grant interviews readily, but now he wants his story to be told. Whether or not you agree with his views or actions, one thing is for sure: His passion is something to be in awe of. He gave up eight years of his life to make a point.”

The script is being written by Adam Mazer, who co-rote the espionage thriller “Breach,” released this year. Neal Nicol and Harry Wylie’s book “Between the Dying and the Dead: Dr Jack Kevorkian’s Life and the Battle to Legalize Euthanasia” is being used as source material.

Mazer said the project’s aim is not to attempt to change anyone’s views on euthanasia but is intended to bring to light the many parts of Kevorkian’s life that people don’t know.

“At the time of his sentence, he was probably the most recognized doctor in the world,” Mazer said. “Most of what we know of him has been told through the media and headlines, but he’s a very complicated and complex man, and a lot of things about his personality and background have never really been shared with the public, including his great intelligence and terrific sense of humor.”

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‘Big Love‘ is without a doubt the best show on tv right now (or was - sniff, sniff).  Season 2 was so much better than Season 1.  The characters on the show became so much deeper this year from Ben to Barb.  Was last night’s episode not AMAZING!?  In case you missed it (you SHOULD watch in OnDemand) you can read a great recap here.

So many great questions for Season 3 to answer:

• What’s going to happen with Bill & Ana!
• Why did Barb out the family to the disapproving neighbor?
• What will happen with Weber gaming?
• What is Barb going to do on the board of Weber gaming?
• Will Bill ever find out Nikki stole $67,000?
• Will Margene continue to make herself an “equal” wife?

OMG I think I’m going to have to watch the finale again - it was tooooooooo good! For those of you who don’t watch Big Love - I gotta say, you’ve seriously missed out on the best season.  What did you guys think?

Troy introduced me to the show about a month ago - and I’m totally addicted. Flight of the Conchords follows the trials and tribulations of a two man, digi-folk band from New Zealand as they try to make a name for themselves in their adopted home of New York City. The band is made up of Bret McKenzie on guitar and vocals, and Jemaine Clement on guitar and vocals.

Bret and Jemaine have moved to New York in the hope of forging a successful music career. So far they’ve managed to find a manager (whose “other” job is at the New Zealand Consulate), one fan (a married obsessive) and one friend (who owns the local pawn shop) — but not much else.

Seriously, I’m not sure if I’ve ever laughed harder. Here is a clip of “Hiphopopotamus vs. Rhymenocero” from episode 3. If you have HBO - check out Flight of the Conchords every Sunday at 10:30PM.

Also - if you’re interested, you can check out a whole bunch of FOTC episodes on You Tube. These guys are friggin hilarious.

In HBO’s first major programming move since it changed regimes, the pay net has renewed “Big Love” for a third season.

Net has picked up 12 episodes of the show, in which Bill Paxton and Chloe Sevigny star as members of a polygamous family in Utah. Writing is set to begin next month; lensing is skedded for November.

The renewal, which comes earlier than expected, will ensure the season is completed and ready to air by the time a possible labor stoppage shuts down production in June.

“Love” has seen a dropoff in viewers since it launched in the Sunday night timeslot following “The Sopranos,” when it averaged 4 million viewers in its initial airing. The Monday move has brought initial broadcast numbers of around two million.

But HBO says the network values its original series based on total viewers from six weekly airings, as well as estimates from DVRs and video on demand that indicate the show has a strong following, and a potential weekly viewership around 6 million. “Big Love” also has become the network’s second-highest-rated recent original series among women, behind “The Sopranos.”

The net had originally scheduled “Big Love” for an 8 p.m. Sunday slot leading in to “John From Cincinnati,” but switched the series to Monday night before the season started.

However, HBO will bring the show back to Sunday nights, at least temporarily, when “John From Cincinnati” completes its first season.

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I don’t talk about it much on the site…but Big Love has been SPECTACULAR so far this season!  This season is SO much better than the first! I’m loving every minute of it!  Sunday’s episode was so great…with Bill meeting (possibly) his fourth wife??

It’s just so good - and I was wondering if any of you guys are watching it too?  What do you think?

Let’s talk…shall we.