Getting ‘Lost’ with Michael Emerson

By Jon Chattman | March 4th, 2010

John Locke was… a believer. He was a man of faith. He was a much better man than I will ever be, and I’m very sorry I murdered him.
That’s probably the best eulogy in television history (though the worst in nature), and it was delivered by Ben Linus as he bid adieu [...]

2000s – thecheappop’s Top Eleven Best Films and TV Shows of the Decade

By Jon Chattman | December 30th, 2009

thecheappop’s 11 Best Films
1. ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND
2. LORD OF THE RINGS: RETURN OF THE KING
3. THE DARK KNIGHT
4. THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS
5. LORD OF THE RINGS: FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING
6. THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM
7. MOULIN ROUGE!
8. AMELIE
9. ELF
10. LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE
11. LOVE ACTUALLY
thecheappop’s 11 Best TV Shows
1. LOST
2. THE SOPRANOS
3. THE OFFICE
4. CURB YOUR [...]

Hot Damn, I’m Predicting the Emmy’s

By Jon Chattman | September 16th, 2009

Neil Patrick Harris should kill as host – that’s just about the only slam dunk you can count on from the Emmy’s. Even so, I’m predicting the winners and the “should wins but won’t.” Oh what fun we’re going to have. Hold on to your hats, here we go…oh lei oh lei [...]

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New Star Trek trailer: No Shatner, No Problem

By Jon Chattman | March 9th, 2009

I was a “Star Wars” kid. I didn’t even think of watching “Star Trek.” That remained true as I grew up, but I’ve got to be honest after the ho-hum “SW” prequels and this amazing trailer for JJ Abrams’ “Trek” reboot, I may switch my allegiance. This trailer is insanely good. I actually can’t wait [...]

HuffPost: Glam Rocker Justin Tranter’s Advice for the GOP

By Jon Chattman | January 30th, 2009

Band front men always take time out from performing to offer up some politically-charged comments, rants or rapid allegations. Let’s be clear right off the bat: Semi Precious Weapons lead singer Justin Tranter is not and never will be that. For starters, the Chicago native is more focused on which shade of [...]

Ting Me: That’s Not My Name

By Jon Chattman | January 27th, 2009

The Ting Tings – New Music – More Music Videos
If you’re like me, you’ve loved this song for over six months. If you’re not, you’re probably wetting your pants with glee. (Who doesn’t?) Anyway, check out the Ting Tings new video and stay tuned for info on their spring tour. Go!

A Lost-inspired Cheap Pop Survey

By Jon Chattman | January 26th, 2009

Like so many, I’ve been fascinated by “Lost” ever since episode one. As the new season arrives (it actually did last week and was kick ass as always), I reflect on everything I like and dislike about the show. Mostly likes obviously or else I wouldn’t bother to write this. Here’s my survey of [...]

New Star Trek revealed; I’m intrigued

By Jon Chattman | October 18th, 2008

I only saw one Star Trek movie in the theaters and it was Generations so that should tell you what kind of fan I am of the franchise. Yep, I wasn’t. I grew up wanting to be Han Solo and wanting to dry hump Chewbacca. Having said that, since Lost creator has rebooted Trek, I’m [...]

Coldplay debuts Lost video; Hurley nowhere in sight

By Jon Chattman | October 13th, 2008

Who says you can’t get presents on Columbus Day?  Coldplay just released their live video for their new single (best off the new album by the way) “Lost!”  Click the pic above to watch it for Windows or here for Quicktime.

Jon’s Emmy Award predictions: Please No Spader

By Jon Chattman | September 21st, 2008

The Emmy’s have selected some of the worst winners of all-time. Every year, they either award the same people wins (ie. James Spader, Doris Roberts, Ray Walston… I could go on and on) or hand off statues to terrible choice – case in point: Katherine Heigl last year. I mean she has gone for playing [...]

Jackson flashes pleather on Fringe set

By Jon Chattman | September 17th, 2008

Joshua Jackson filmed scenes for the new television series Fringe yesterday in Queens. In this pivotal episode, Jackson’s character investigates odd occurances happening to the Flushing-based New York Mets. Our insiders say the episode centers on a team haunted by the demons of last September. The end of the episode supposedly finds the team finishing [...]

If we selected the Emmy nominees

By Jon Chattman | July 7th, 2008

By Jon Chattman
The Emmy nominations are coming soon, but all indications tell us that a lot of our favorites are going to get snubbed (online sources revealed the supposed top 10 picks in each category voters are choosing from) – having said that, thecheappop.com wants to make sure everyone deserving gets a mention so here’s [...]