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• American Idol winner Taylor Hicks will release his second album in March. — Billboard

• Tobey Maguire's production company has acquired the rights to Marcus Sakey's crime novel Good People. — Variety
• In Sundance deals news, Fox Searchlight has acquired the Hugh Dancy romance Adam, and the bromance Humpday will be distributed by Magnolia. — Reuters
• Law and Order: Criminal Intent won't air till the Summer. — TV Guide
• Brandon Routh, Chris Evans, and Brie Larson have joined the cast of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. — The Hollywood Reporter
• Eddie Vedder, Dave Grohl, Norah Jones, and Jack Johnson are among the acts confirmed for a Nick Drake tribute album. — Billboard
• Bradley Whitford and Richard Jenkins have joined the cast of Joss Whedon's horror film The Cabin in the Woods. — Zap2it
• Clap Your Hands Say Yeah is taking a break — but supposedly not breaking up. — Pitchfork

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While I won't be heading to the 2009 Sundance Film Festival this year, I will be sorting through the humongous pile of festival entries to share with you some of the films I think look most promising. From quirky documentaries (like Chris Rock's) to talented young filmmaker debuts to a potential runaway hit, Sundance is filled with entertainment possibilities. Here are today's selections:

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Boy, do I love me some Hugh Dancy and I've been waiting for this actor to land a juicy, leading role. Well, my prayers have been answered with Adam, in which he stars as a fellow who's a little bit different. The movie explores the idea that "truly reaching another person means bravely stretching into discomfiting territory — and the shake-up can be liberating." Dancy's co-stars include Damages's Rose Byrne, as well as Frankie Faison, Peter Gallagher, Amy Irving, and Mark Linn-Baker. I can't wait to see this one!

For two others, including that jail movie with Jim Carrey and Ewan McGregor, just read more

Adam Lippes, who delivered a tip-top Spring '09 collection, is bringing his flavor to Mango. The designer has created a 24-piece — 12 for women, 12 for men — limited-edition Spring/Summer line that will hit 220 Mango stores March 15. Adam's goal is to inject a taste of American sportswear into the Barcelona-based retailer. The collection colors are mainly bright tempered by classic American pieces like striped sweaters, chiffon dresses, trousers, jackets, and jeans. If it's anything like his past creations, it will be beyond Fab.

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Designer Adam Lippes is having a prefall sale you don't want to miss. Trust me. His designs are delicate and feminine without being obnoxious. Take a look and see what I mean.

Among the offerings is this Adam Shirttail Tunic ($159, originally $265). How can one resist the pleated sleeves and collar, and the miniature buttons? There's also a basics sale for those who want something, well, more basic.

Rachel Zoe lives in them, Kate Moss dabbles in them and I kinda want to give one a whirl. When cold weather comes a knockin' anything fuzzy nurtures the style soul. If you don't want a full on fur jacket or coat, a fuzzy vest can nip that cold in the bud. These look Fab atop both flared or skinny jeans, but boots are a must to elevate the boho look.

You know the brand Adam+Eve? Well now designer Adam Lippes has nixed that name and relaunched his basics under Adam. Plain and simple, much like his offerings. The new Adam, debuting on Oct. 15, will offer everything from throw-on dresses to simple slouchy tank tops, sheer camisoles, and chic harem-style bottoms. Prices range from $45 to $200. Not bad.

These pieces come in cashmere and pima blends that are so soft and provide a pretty drape silhouette. Another difference is that Adam is now using a newly developed quality of mercerized cotton, which gives fabrics a lustrous appearance. Perfect.

To see more cool basics from Adam Lippes, read more