All3Media Still Up For Grabs But Hefty Debt Pile & $1.3B Valuation Could Slow Down Sale Of ‘The Tourist’ & ‘Traitors’ Firm

The likes ofBanijay, whichacquired Endemol Shine Group in 2020, have been rumored to be taking an interest. ITV publicly declared its interest in All3 in mid-June. Frances Mediawan and Sony may also be interested, as reported by our sister publication Variety. The TouristBBC/Stan/HBO Max & ZDF/Ian Routledge The value of that deal, 550M, is about half of whats being sought nearly a decade later. All3Media declined to comment. Additional reporting by Jake Kanter....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 73 words · Sherry Williams

Ben Affleck’s Scrapped Standalone ‘Batman’ Vehicle Was Uniquely “Awesome” Riff On “80 Years” Of DC Mythology, Storyboard Artist Says

It was the best. Related Stories Barbie Parents Mattel & Warner Bros. Maybe someday I can spill the beans, but I still cant talk about it. But nonetheless there wereconcerns that hed drink [himself] to deathif he were to pursue the project. Ben Affleck as Batman in 2017’s ‘Justice League’Warner Bros. Pictures /Courtesy Everett Collection

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 55 words · Christine Harrison

Bowen Yang Tells Of Iceland, Horses And A Near-Death Experience

A horse is a horse, of course, of course. And riding them can be a challenge, asSaturday Night LivestarBowen Yangrecalled on a recent episode of hisLas Culturistaspodcast. Yangs experience with death by horse came while riding horseback on the set ofAwkwafinaIs Nora From QueensinIceland. Actually, not fun, not fun to be on a horse, Yang said. [Ive] ridden a horse for camera. Yang then asked his cohost, Matt Rogers, and their guest star Patrick Rogers....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 140 words · James Turner

Cinemark CEO Insists Strikes Won’t Change “Fundamentals” Of Theatrical Recovery, Studios “Doing Everything They Can To Minimize Disruption” To Release Schedule

That extent depends on how long strikes by actors and writers take to resolve. So we are going to have to see. The smash successes ofBarbieandOppenheimer, with the former becoming a global cultural phenomenon, made that argument eloquently. Cinemark Gamble also noted ongoing opportunities around strategic pricing of tickets and concessions. Today, Wall Street was happy with the numbers. Revenue jumped 26% to $942 million. Adjusted EBITDA of $232 million was Cinemarks second-highest quarterly result ever....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 83 words · David Crawford

Cineverse Takes North American Rights To Body-Swap Thriller ‘Devils’ Following Fantasia Premiere

Directed by Kim Jae-hoon, the film is nominated for Fantasias New Flesh Competition for Best First Feature. Cineverse plans to releaseDevilsthis fall on its horror streaming service Screambox, powered by Bloody Disgusting. The films suspense and psychological intensity are reminiscent of the classic thrillerFace/Offinfused with a horror twist and gory brutality. DevilsCineverse The deal was negotiated by Cineverse Director of Acquisitions Brandon Hill and Finecut CEO Youngjoo Suh.

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 68 words · Heidi Owens

Freddie Mercury Possessions Up For Auction In UK

His possessions give us an extraordinary 360-degree view of the man, from his childhood until his death. It is the centerpiece of a sale expected to raise millions. The items include his gold and platinum records to personal Polaroid photographs. Freddie Mercury in 1980AP He left his Kensington home, Garden Lodge, and its contents to trusted friendMary Austin. She has kept them for 32 years before deciding to sell. The exhibition of whats available is arranged thematically over Sothebys 15 galleries....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 100 words · Claudia Gonzalez

Late MGM Distribution Chief Erik Lomis To Be Lauded With Will Rogers Pioneer Of The Year Award

The honor will be recognized at the October 4 dinner at The Beverly Hilton. Lomis was also known for his relentless and passionate fundraising for Will Rogers. Additionally, social workers provide counseling, education, guidance and referrals to those in need. Erik Lomis hosting the 2022 Will Rogers Pioneer of the Year Dinner honoring Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli on Sept. 21, 2022Ryan Miller / Capture Imaging Eriks spirit will continue to inspire many for years to come, Aronson added....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 80 words · Darrell Adams

Lin-Manuel Miranda To Adapt ‘The Warriors’ As Stage Musical — Report

Lin-Manuel Mirandareportedly has set his sights on his next musical for the stage. (He contributed some lyrics to the recently closed Kander & Ebb musicalNew York, New York). Viral Video Bullhorn Auctioned For Charity The Warriorsis a familiar setting for New York City native Miranda. Lin-Manuel Miranda and 1979 film ‘The Warriors’Everett Collection While not a musical, the film featured music by Barry De Vorzon, Joe Walsh, and others. The stage musical was adapted into the 2021 film of the same name....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 92 words · Denise Day

MailOnline Pauses Dan Wootton Column During Investigation Over Allegations

British presenter and journalistDan Woottonhas had hisMailOnlinecelebrity news column suspended as the sites publisher investigates a series of allegations. Wootton denies the allegations, though has admitted making errors of judgement in the past. Wootton denies any criminal activity. Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images Barclaycard Exclusive In the meantime, his freelance column with MailOnline has been paused. There are dark forces out to try and take this brilliant channel down, he added.

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 70 words · Natalie Edwards

Zachary Levi Clarifies His “So Dumb” Comments About Strike Rules As Being Taken Out Of Context — Update

So let me be very clear. I fully support my union, the WGA, and the strike. Im not allowed to talk about any of my previous work. Zachary Levi at ‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods’ premiere in Los AngelesGetty Images Im not allowed to talk about those things. Of course he was talking aboutShazam: Fury of the Gods, ChuckandTangled. Levi has previously expressed explicit support for the strike. They care about profits....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 96 words · Samuel Newton

‘Bardot’: Biopic Drama Series On Iconic Actress Gets U.S. Premiere At The American French Film Festival

EXCLUSIVE:Bardot, the TV drama about the life of actress Brigitte Bardot, is headed Stateside. Co-creator Daniele Thompson will attend the screening. Hippolyte Girardot and Geraldine Paihas also star. Daniele Thompson and ‘Bardot’ will be at The American French Film FestivalTAFFF; Federation Studios It launched on France 2 in May and goes live on Netflix in several European countries later this month. Newcomer Julia de Nunez is stunning as Brigitte Bardot and this will definitely be remembered as her breakout role....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 91 words · Joel Taylor

‘City On Fire’ Canceled By Apple After One Season

EXCLUSIVE:AppleTV+ has opted not to pick up a second season of crime drama seriesCity on Fire. The news comes a month and a half after Season 1 finished its eight-episode run on the streamer. City on Firewas produced by Apple Studios for Apple TV+. ‘City on Fire’Apple TV+ Schwartz and Savage wrote all eight episodes and served as showrunners and executive producers under Fake Empire. Jesse Peretz directed four episodes and serves as executive producer....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 83 words · Nathan Carey

‘Days Of Our Lives’ Alums Farah Galfond & Lisa Rinna Support Cast’s Petition To Remove Co-EP Albert Alarr: “This Has Gone On For Far Too Long”

These were my experiences too. It wasnt until I switched shows that I realized not every set was like that. Its been hard for me to read the news. I guess Im shocked he learned nothing after the me too movement, Galfond wrote. Im sorry to my former coworkers whove been dealing with this relentlessly for decades now. Proud of those who are finding their voice now. His time is up....

August 4, 2023 · 1 min · 96 words · George Hawkins