Survey From CAPE, TAAF Spotlights Barriers To Advancement For Asian American Creative Execs

CAPE and TAAF set out to survey AANHPI creative executives in the entertainment industry. Creative executives are critical in getting our stories greenlit and told with care. We must protect and support their upward trajectory into the upper echelons of power within the industry. To truly feel like we belong, we must see ourselves and our stories on screen. Moreover, CAPEs AANHPI talent database of working professionals in Hollywood is currently in beta....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 73 words · Victoria Campbell

Susan Sullivan Reveals Lung Cancer Diagnosis: ‘Falcon Crest,’ ‘Castle’ & ‘Dharma & Greg’ Alum Undergoes Surgery

Lifes surprising little turns take a stab at be ready for them with humor and hope. On we go, she captioned the post. Lifes surprising little turns venture to be ready for them with humor and hope. Susan Sullivan in ‘Falcon Crest’CBS / Courtesy Everett Collection In 1997 she was part of the cast ofDharma & Gregplaying the role of Kitty Montgomery.

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 62 words · Paul Marks

Taylor Swift Has No Plans To Shake Off No. 1 As Martin Scorsese’s ‘Killers Of The Flower Moon’ Eyes $20M+ Opening

Those industry projections are based on the front-loaded nature of female-skewing pics, per sources. However,Justin Bieber: Never Say Neverhad a better hold at -54% in 2011. Another adult-skewing title, 20th/DisneysA Haunting in Venice, also took a hit with a $14.2M opening. ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,’ ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’Getty/Everett Watch on Deadline Why so optimistic onKillers of the Flower Moon? Overall, the good news betweenKillers of the Flower MoonandEras Touris that neither is cannibalizing the others coveted demos....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 80 words · Claudia Marks

Ted Sarandos Blames SAG-AFTRA For Breaking “Momentum” & Contract Talks Ending; “We Want …To Get Everyone Back To Work”

Thats true for Netflix. Thats true for every member of theAMPTP, the co-CEO added of his studio peers. You know, the industry, our communities, in the economy are all hurting. SAG-AFTRA Strikers, Ted SarandosGetty So, we need to get a deal done that respects all sides as soon as we possibly can. The guild said the studios and streamers were talking about an old proposal and inflating the numbers. Since last week, there has been no official talks between the two sides....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 106 words · Nina Mcconnell

The ‘Suits’ Effect: Netflix Eyes More Licensed Shows Following Success Of USA Network Legal Drama On Streamer

Suitshas been ahuge success for Netflixsince it launched on the streamer, breakingstreamingviewership numbers. Licensing has always been an important part of our programming strategy. We cant make everything but we can help you find just about anything, said Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos. SuitsGetty Images Netflix also highlighted shows such asFriendsandThe Office, which have been on the streamer in the past. The series also stars Rick Hoffman, Meghan Markle, Sarah Rafferty and Gina Torres....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 84 words · Christopher Ayers

Vertical Takes U.S. Rights To SXSW Thriller ‘Deadland’

Marking the directorial debut of Lance Larson, the film is slated for a day-and-date release on November 3rd. Executive producers include Fred Baker, Chuck Larson, John Shoemaker and Eric Larson. Said Larson of the acquisition, Vertical is the perfect home forDeadland. Luis Chávez in ‘Deadland’Visit Films Their films deftly walk the line between entertainment, art, and commerce. We are thrilled to join forces. The deal was negotiated by Ryan Kampe of Visit Films and Verticals Piantedosi....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 76 words · Laura Willis

‘Alien: Romulus’: Ridley Scott Says Fede Álvarez’s Movie Is “F***ing Great”

Everyone gave me the heads up that Ridley is really tough. Hes really tough, particularly if it has something to do with his movies, Alvarez said. Im like, What are you talking about? ‘Alien’ (1979)20th Century Fox Film Corp. All rights reserved / Courtesy Everett Collection. And he was like, My brothers was original and this is like eh. He really respected it, but you could see how tough he was....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 119 words · Nicole Joseph

‘Beckham’ Scores For Netflix, Becoming Highest-Rated TV Premiere In UK Since ‘Harry & Meghan’

EXCLUSIVE: Golden Balls is deliveringratingsriches forNetflix. Still,Beckhamwas Netflixs top-rated TV show episode in Britain sinceHarry & Meghanin December 2022. The blockbuster Prince Harry and Meghan Markle series premiered with nearly 4.5M viewers. David BeckhamNetflix In 2023,BeckhambeatLuther: The Fallen Sun, which was watched by 3M in March. It was also ahead of theSex EducationSeason 4 premiere, which managed 2.75M last month. Beckhamhas also performed well in the U.S., where it held onto No....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 72 words · Richard Wells

‘Generation Z’ First Look: Ben Wheatley’s Zombie Series Unveils Cast Including Robert Lindsay

Ben Wheatleys zombie seriesGeneration Zis building its bite. Other cast includes Lewis Gribben, Jay Lycurgo, Buket Komur, Viola Prettejohn, and Johnny Vegas. Generation Zis produced in association with ZDF and All3Media International. ‘Generation Z’Channel 4/The Forge It has been commissioned by Caroline Hollick, Channel 4s head of drama, and commissioner Rebecca Holdsworth. The series is written and directed by Wheatley (High Rise) and is produced by Alex Kazamia. Executive producers are Wheatley, Mark Pybus, George Faber, and Beth Willis....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 79 words · Matthew Jones

‘SNL’ Promo: Host Bad Bunny Trash-Talks Musical Guest Bad Bunny In WWE-Style Face Off

In the latestSaturday Night Livepromo, this weeks hostBad Bunnysquares off against this weeks musical guest. That would also be Bad Bunny. I love being silly, says Benito. At that point, a tougher-looking opponent enters the ring to a smoke and heavy metal accompaniment. Oh my God!, says Johnson. Well, Ive got a Weekend Update for you, amigo, says the sunglassed Bunny to Benito. He also appears in the 2023 biopicCassandrostarring Gael Garcia Bernal as gay wrestler Saul Armendariz aka Cassandro....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 110 words · Joseph Clark

‘Zone Of Interest’ Teaser; BBC Studios And Nippon TV Partner; Fremantle Set Jamie Oliver FAST Channel — Global Briefs

The film is produced by James Wilson and Ewa Puszczynska. It was co-financed by A24, Film4, Access Entertainment and the Polish Film Institute. Check out the trailerhere. ‘The Zone Of Interest’A24 The show will launch internationally at BBC Studios Showcase in February 2024. In Koso Koso, celebrity secret agents prank unsuspecting contestants to win them a cash prize. These undercover agents must skilfully complete ridiculous missions without arousing suspicion to win cash for the clueless contestants....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 93 words · Jessica Thompson

Amazon Prime Video To Adapt UK Game Show ‘The 1% Club’

EXCLUSIVE: Amazon is enteringThe 1% Club. It will be produced by BBC Studios Los Angeles Productions and Magnum Media, which is behind the original. The series tests the nations intelligence, based on a scientific survey. ITV Its not aboutwhatyou learned at school or your ability to memorize facts. Its a chance to testhowyour brain works through a series of questions that often lead to entertaining answers. The series was created by Dean Nabarro and Andy Auerbach at Magnum Media and distributed by BBC Studios....

October 17, 2023 · 1 min · 91 words · April Cooper

Former Netflix Exec Efrain Miron Joins Sister As President Of Strategy & BA, Reuniting With Cindy Holland

He spearheaded negotiations for a slew of series, including hits likeThe CrownandWednesday. Efrain is deeply strategic, sharply analytical, and a great leader and collaborator. Miron began his career in the Los Angeles office of the law firm Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. Efrain MironCourtesy Cindy is a truly inspiring leader and Im thrilled to reunite with her after many years together at Netflix.

October 17, 2023 · 1 min · 62 words · Toni Sellers