David Gordon Green Exits ‘The Exorcist’ Sequel, The Search Is On For New Director

David Gordon Green is no longer directing Universal/Blumhouse/Morgan CreeksThe Exorcist: Deceiver, the sequel toThe Exorcist: Believer. A search is underway for a new director. As such,The Exorcist:Deceivers theatrical date is now unset. ‘The Exorcist: Believer’Blumhouse Horror with GreensHalloweensequels proved to be a sub driver for Peacock. Uni and Blumhouses buy ofExorcistwasnt a plan by which three movies would be made for $133M each. Uni didnt bite on that option and keptExorcist: Believerprimary to theaters in its first window....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 78 words · Madison Campbell

Disney CEO Bob Iger Opens Company’s Tech And Data Showcase At CES With Video Message Touting Company’s “Century Of Experience” As Execs Unveil New Advertiser Offerings

(Chief Brand Officer Asad Ayaz focused his segment on the companysbig plans for fan confab D23.) Were not renting or borrowing our technology, she said. Its no one elses technology. Disney Advertising President Rita FerroPawel Kaminski/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images) The service launched in 2007 as an ad-only streaming outlet before adding a tier for ad-free viewing in 2015. Disney recently took full control of Hulu after buying out Comcasts one-third stake....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 74 words · Brandon Mercado

Distrib Films Takes U.S. For San Sebastian New Director Winner ‘Spare Keys’ & Élodie Bouchez Road Movie ‘Amore Mio’

Spare Keys(Fifi)is the directorial debut of filmmaking duo Jeanne Aslan and Paul Saintillan. It drew 50,000 spectators inFrancefor indie distributor New Story last summer. Both movies are first features and show French indie cinema at its best. Amore MioUrban Sales The deal was negotiated with Florencia Gil, Head of Sales at Paris-based company Urban Sales. Thanks to Distrib Films U.S. audiences will discover new and vibrant French voices, said Gil.

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 70 words · Jacob Jackson

Ed Carroll Promoted To President Of Kino Lorber Media Group

Kino LorberChief Strategy OfficerEd Carrollhas been named President,Kino Lorber Media Group, reporting to chairman-CEORichard Lorber. Last fall, Kino launched a new SVOD service,Kino Film Collection, on Amazon Prime Video Channels. Kino Lorber has been layering streaming and digital alongside its core theatrical and home entertainment releases. Ed CarrollKino Lorber Recent theatrical acquisitions include Agnieszka Hollands Venice award-winnerGreen Border, and crowd-pleasing docRemembering Gene Wilderabout the beloved comedic actor. He served in various leadership roles including General Manager at Bravo and COO of AMC Networks....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 83 words · Gary Reese

International Disruptors: Taipei-based Reno Studios Talks Virtual Production, AI & Putting Taiwan On The Global VFX Map

It also opened a new facility in the southern city of Tainan. Christopher Chen joined Reno three years ago when he returned to Taiwan from mainland China. Taiwan boasts an abundance of talented creative artists, many of whom were trained abroad, Chen says. L-R: Peter Huang, Christopher Chen & Tomi KuoReno Studios Its not such a huge leap from building semiconductors to creating LED sound stages. Reno Studios’ VP stage in action

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 72 words · Joseph Wolf

John Krasinski & Natalie Portman To Star In Guy Ritchie’s ‘Fountain Of Youth’ For Apple And Skydance

The plan is to shoot during first quarter this year. Krasinski is in post-production onIFfor Paramount, which he wrote, directed, produced and stars in. Paramount is positioningIFas one of its big pics of 2024. John Krasinski, Natalie Portman and Guy RitchieGetty/Courtesy of Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Dior/Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images MountainA also produced the dark comedyMay Decemberfrom director Todd Haynes, in which Portman stars opposite Julianna Moore. She receivedGolden GlobeandSpirit Awardnominations for the role....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 94 words · James Martin

John Mulaney Delivers Laughs As Host Of 14th Governors Awards

John Mulaneyhosted the 14th Governors Awards, held Tuesday night at the Ray Dolby Ballrooom. Mulaney kept the audience in stiches with his polished humor. There is a corporate event for some personal-injury attorneys coming in. Theyll be using the same decorations. It is an honor and a favor to be here. This is a strategic obligation. It is a pleasure to stand here on this temporary stage. But lets stop focusing on failure....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 96 words · Peter Sims

Joy Behar Claims She Turned Down ‘Ted Lasso’ Mom Role Because Of The UK Weather

By doing so, she gave up a role that scored actress Becky Ann Baker an Emmy nomination. You were dismissive of it because it would require you to spend your hiatus in London, Teta added. Behar blamed the unseasonable weather in the UK. Joy BeharABC No, Behar said. Listen, Im a writer, I write my own stuff, I dont care about other peoples stuff. I dont need to be in everything....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 104 words · Kellie House

Kansas City Chiefs Drop Post-Season Rom-Com – But Its Inspiration Is Subject To Interpretation

TheKansas City Chiefsnew post-season promotional trailer spoofsHallmarkrom-coms but it sneaks in multiple references to theTaylor Swiftand Travis Kelce romance. The set-up follows a typical rom-com plot. Parrish, having been left at the altar by a football-loving fiance, has grown to hate the sport. Youre not just a fan, its your livelihood! she cries, giving Hynes an ultimatum. Its the Chiefs or me! Watch on Deadline Beyond Donna Kelce, some Swifties are finding hints throughout....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 88 words · Janet Mathews

Kate Beckinsale’s Night Was Golden, Then Ended At A Hospital

Kate Beckinsaleattended theGolden Globesas a presenter, then hit the Netflix party. The British actress has been caring for her mother and stepfather as they struggle with serious illnesses. Golden globes 2024 start to end, she wrote in the caption. Kate Beckinsale attends the 81st Annual Golden Globe AwardsAxelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic It is unclear if an emergency prompted Beckinsale to rush to the hospital. Watch on Deadline Beckinsale has been candid about the family issues....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 86 words · Jorge Camacho

Lisa Marie Presley Memoir To Be Published Posthumously By Random House In Collaboration With Daughter Riley Keough

Presley also talked about the shattering loss of her son, Rileys brother Benjamin Keough, to suicide. The publisher promises the memoir will be the most intimate look at the Presley family to date. The audiobook will be released by Penguin Random House Audio. Lisa Marie PresleyChristopher Polk/Getty Images The latter film is widely considered to be a contender in this years Oscar race. Before her death, Lisa Marie had expressed her opposition to Coppolas approach....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 75 words · Kendra Willis

Max Unveils Unscripted Originals In Spain; Viaplay Netherlands Boss; Beyond Buy Back – Global Briefs

He joins from ESL FACEIT Group, which calls itself the worlds largest esports and gaming festival company. Lodewick will report to Chief Sports & Business Development Officer Peter Nrrelund. BeyondBuys Back Production Arm FromBanijay Australias Beyond Productions is back in the hands of founder Mikael Borglund. WBD Banijay will retain the Beyond Rights catalog it adopted upon the completion of the acquisition. The pair has also agreed to a five-year first-look distribution deal for Beyonds future productions....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Heather Vargas

Nate Albert Named President Of Irving Azoff’s Giant Music

Nate Albertis getting top billing atGiant Music. We cant believe how lucky we are to be bringing him into the Giant family. kindly hurry up and send this release out before he changes his mind. Nate AlbertGiant Music Albert was just 13 when he co-founded the Boston-based ska-punk band The Mighty Mighty Bosstones. He played lead guitar for the group, including on its 1997 No. 1 Modern Rock track The Impression That I Get....

January 11, 2024 · 1 min · 81 words · Michael Rodriguez