NOVEMBER 5 - 11, 2017 staradvertiser.com MOM’S THE WORD SMILF examines the travails of a young woman who comes to L.A. as a struggling actress and single mom. Frankie Shaw writes, directs and stars in the series based loosely on her own life. The latest half-hour comedy from Showtime takes a hard look at motherhood, co-parenting and female sexuality. Premieres Sunday, Nov. 5, on Showtime. BEFORE WE EMPOWER YOUR VOICE, WE EMPOWER YOU. 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Comedy, however, teaches us “[Bridgitte] puts her foot in her mouth a lot,” “Blue Mountain State.” Most will recognize her to laugh at the uncertainty, the struggle the actress explains. “She has no boundaries from “The Pretty One” (2013) and the hilarious for work-life balance, and any awkward ex- and a lot of issues that get in the way of her “Someone Marry Barry” (2014), but the ac- changes between exes that are tied into leading a fully functional life, though she’s try- tress is also no stranger to writing and direct- single motherhood. Frankie Shaw’s comedic ing hard.” ing. Her 2016 short “Too Legit” satirized some genius pokes fun at co-parenting and other Comedy queen O’Donnell plays opposite controversial remarks from Congressman squirming single-mom moments in the se- Shaw as Bridgitte’s mother, the socially il- Todd Akin and drew from her personal obser- ries premiere of “SMILF,” airing Sunday, Nov. literate Tutu. A household name, O’Donnell is vances of sexism in America. She argues that 5, on Showtime. best known as the host of “The Rosie Show” this leads to an “epidemic of violence towards Shaw writes, directs, produces and stars and one of the hosts of “The View,” but she’s women,” which she and her colleagues face ev- in the series about a single mom trying to also been a regular in “Drop Dead Diva,” ery day in the entertainment industry. Comedy, navigate the dating scene, her career and be- “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “The however, is the great equalizer — the one ing a parent at the same time. In a show that Fosters.” tool that can shatter the status quo and comes across as shockingly funny and heart- The actress spent Thanksgiving any illusions about what it means to be a felt, Shaw uses her raunchy Boston humor to in Boston with Shaw and her woman, a mother, or single. explain the maladies of being a single mother mother, the latter of whom, by Recently, Shaw had a recurring in modern times. Starring some comedic the end of the night, told her, role in Netflix’s “Flaked” with Will heavy hitters, such as talk-show sensation “Rosie, there’s no one else Arnett and appeared in Kevin Rosie O’Donnell (“The View”), the show has I would want to play me,” Smith’s TV Movie “Hollyweed” the makings of a great series. Shaw recalled during (2016). She also snagged “SMILF” is based on the short that Showtime’s portion of a recurring role in the first won Shaw a Short Film Jury Award at the the Television Critics season of “Mr. Robot” on Sundance Festival in 2015. Shaw plays Association summer USA Network, and was a Bridgette, a young woman from South Boston press tour. series regular in ABC’s (a “Southie”) trying to make it as an actress Miguel Gomez plays “Mixology.” and create a better life for her son. Despite Bridgette’s baby daddy, Rafi, her struggles to make sense of her life, which a 28-year-old recovering Rosie O’Donnell stars in “SMILF” is frankly a mess, she is still a great mom. addict. He’s hoping to be a 2 STAR CHANNELS NOVEMBER 5 - 11, 2017 SOAP UPDATES By Andrew Sawyer bombshell on Brady in. Andre becomes upset. Carly is surprised. TV Media and Victor. Kate en- Jason worries about Danny. Patient six takes lists Theo’s help to advantage of a bad situation. Finn keeps up For the week of Oct. 30 - Nov. 3 find out who’s been the ruse. Cassandra wants to learn more sabotaging DiMera. about Anna. Franco makes a decision that Tricks and treats could alter the course of his life. Sonny hires The Bold and the Beautiful abound for Salem’s Diane. Ava has nothing left to hide. Liam is enraged when he discovers that his heroes on Halloween Judith Chapman The Young and the Restless father has done him wrong in his deal with stars in “The Young night. Chad and Things heat up between Abby and Zack as Spectra. Brooke struggles with conflicting and the Restless” Abigail find out that they take their relationship to the next level. feelings about divorcing Bill when Steffy tells Ben has escaped Lauren encourages Scott to break things her that he and Liam have put aside their dif- once again. Rafe and Hope become wise to off with Sharon. When Michael calls Lauren ferences. Saul and Darlita pick a Halloween an evil plot. Steve gets some crushing news out, she admits she may have overreacted. costume for Sally that brings her worst fear about Kayla. Paul confesses to John that he Charlie is standoffish, but Cane works hard to to life. In the hopes of avoiding more conflict, fears he’s losing Sonny. Justin, Adrienne and win his son over. As Charlie begins to soften, Liam offers Bill multiple scenarios of com- Lucas travel to Memphis. Sami refuses to the warm moment is interrupted by an angry promise. Liam is full of regret when he must back down in her search for Will. Eli bonds with Mattie, who wants to know why Juliet moved inform Sally that Spectra Fashions will not be Gabi and Arianna. John, Marlena and Sami are in with Cane. Cane tries to explain himself to relaunched. Steffy finds out from Bill that her shocked when they come face to face with his children, but, while Charlie is more forgiv- previous favor to him was all in vain. Bill is set someone from their past. Adrienne explains ing, Mattie remains closed off. Charlie tells on having the Spectra building demolished as the truth to Lucas. When Eve learns about Will, Mattie that their father is making an effort, soon as possible. Liam makes one final des- she wonders if Paige could be alive as well. Lani and he asks his sister to give him a chance. perate effort to help Sally and her company. defends JJ to Abe. Kate feels the pressure to Victoria declines when Victor offers to buy Bill is irritated with the Spectra clan when they find the one hurting DiMera. Sami, John and Brash & Sassy. When Victoria makes a pitch to refuse to leave the building he’s about to de- Marlena get some answers about Will. Paul Devon and Neil for another loan, Devon turns stroy. Steffy and Wyatt have concerns about makes a stunning discovery. Adrienne and her down. Nick is not happy when Faith pres- Liam risking his life for Sally. Justin recommit to their love for one another. sures him into spending Halloween at Crimson Days of Our Lives General Hospital Lights with Scott and Sharon. Victor arrives to Sonny, Paul, Sami, John and Marlena have Jason looks for Sonny. Franco receives an visit his grandchildren, and he toys with Nick questions for a mysterious person about Will. earful. Griffin and Ava search for refuge. Dante by revealing that he bought out Nick’s liquor Sami finds herself in hot water. 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