James Bond to Open the 2012 Olympic Games!

How did I miss this news?! Following a personal invitation from the Queen, Daniel Craig shot an introductory film for the games in character as 007.

2012 marks the 50th anniversary of the Bond films, which makes the introduction, entitled “The Arrival,” doubly special. In the short, Bond is informed of his mission at Buckingham Palace then flown via helicopter to Olympic Stadium in Stratford, east London, where he parachutes into the arena.

The short intro is reportedly being directed by Oscar winner Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire) who is also serving as the creative director of the London 2012 opening ceremony. What a great way to open the games!

Source: The Hollywood Reporter 

The Simpsons make their way to Vancouver in "Boy Meets Curl"

"Marge, this will be perfect for both of us! It has sweeping for you and bowling for me!!"

The Simpsons episode that aired last night (Season 21, Ep. 12) featured the Simpsons making their way to the Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Of course hilarity ensued. You can watch the episode over on HULU for the next five weeks. After it is pulled offline it will eventually be available on the Season 12 DVD. Enjoy!