Don’t Tremble The Earth Beneath Judge Judy’s Legs And Tell Her It’s Raining

· Did we say we were done with earthquake stories? We lied. Shake it, Judge Judy! (And Judge Penny, whoever you are.) [Access Hollywood]
· Were three dimensions not enough for you to enjoy the dead-eyed zombie children delights of The Polar Express? Well, all aboard! TOOT! TOOT! The Polar Express 4-D Experience is on its way. What does the additional D get you? “Upon your arrival at the North Pole…it actually begins to snow inside the 4-D Special FX Theatre and when the conductor sings ‘Hot Chocolate’ and the dancing waiters begin to pour, the audience can smell the delightful aroma of every cocoa cup!’” [NY Post]
· Despite a hospitalization, Elizabeth Taylor’s flack insists she is nowhere near death: “Her hospital visit was precautionary. She will be returning home shortly. At present, she is surrounded by family, friends and fabulous jewels.” And Pepperoni & Bacon Pizza Pops—her favourite. [ET Online]
· All hail Siaosi Tupou V, Tonga’s new king! [Yahoo/AFP]
· Posters for The Canadian Filmmakers Festival feature some fine Canuckistanian send-ups of classic film images. [Super Punch]