Maggie Grace, who played Shannon on Lost, will return to the ABC drama later this season, executive producers Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse confirmed to EW.com. “We’re really excited about having her back on the show,” says Cuse, “and we have a good story for her.” The producers would not specify how many episodes she would appear in. An original cast member, Grace exited the show in season 2 when her character — the spoiled stepsister of Boone — was killed off, though she did resurface in a season 3 episode.

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This is so exciting!  I was disappointed when Shannon wasn’t in the season premiere but it looks like they’re going to get her on the show anyway.  I will post further information when I have it.

As expected, Maggie was at the opening night premiere of Flying Lessons at the 25th Annual Santa Barbara Film Festival. She looked gorgeous as always. I’ve added 75 photos to the gallery with more to come soon I hope.

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In celebration of the upcoming debut of Flying Lessons at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival I’ve updated the gallery with lots of goodies from the film including a behind the scenes photo, stills, and screencaptures of the trailer. Unfortunately, I’ve been unable to find the trailer in high definition but will replace the screencaptures as soon as I do.

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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which kicks off Feb. 4, will open with the world premiere of Derek Magyar’s Flying Lessons, starring Christine Lahti, Maggie Grace, Jonathan Tucker, Cary Elwes, Joanna Cassidy and Hal Holbrook.

The fest runs through Feb. 14, when it closes with the world premiere of George Gallo’s Middle Men, starring Giovanni Ribisi, Luke Wilson, James Caan, Kelsey Grammer and Kevin Pollak.

The 25th edition of the event, overseen by director Roger Durling, will feature 200 films, including 18 world premieres and 28 U.S. premieres.

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