Elon Musk Says “Cis” & “Cisgender” Are “Considered Slurs” On Twitter; ‘Harry Potter’ Author J.K. Rowling Weighs In On Terms

Elon Muskis saying that the words cis and cisgender are considered slurs onTwitter. The words cis or cisgender are considered slurs on this platform. Merriam-Webster also defined slur as being a word or phrase that is intended to insult or disparage someone. Elon MuskChesnot/Getty Images Rowlingweighed in on the terms calling cis an ideological language signifying belief in the unfalsifiable concept of gender identity. Musk replied to Rowlings tweet adding, Exactly....

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 71 words · Gabriel Harding

Goteborg Film Festival Head Jonas Holmberg To Step Down

Swedens Goteborg Film Festival is in the market for a new Artistic Director. The festivals board is currently in the process of finding Holmbergs replacement. Holmberg was appointed Artistic Director in 2014, succeeding Swedish writer Marit Kapla. Jonas Holmberg, Artistic Director of the Gothenburg Film FestivalJulia Reinhart/Getty Images. During his time at the helm, Holmberg has been widely regarded by industry and local audiences. Watch on Deadline Next festival will be my tenth as Artistic Director....

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 120 words · Courtney Hunt

Jefferson Hall Unveiled As Lead Actor In Emirati Director Nayla Al Khaja’s MENA-Set Thriller ‘Three’ + First Images

The production has released a raft of first images and behind-the-scenes photos. Producer Al Darmaki at Abu Dhabi-based Dark Dunes Productions said the film broke fresh ground for Emirati cinema. I believe in the power of storytelling to inspire change and create a more inclusive industry. ThreeNayla Al Khaja Films The shooting forBAABis scheduled to commence in March 2024 in emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. On the set of Three

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 70 words · Tiffany Johnson

Larry Myers Jr. Dies: ‘My 600-Lb. Life’ Star Was 49

Larry Myers Jr., the popular star of TLCsMy 600-Lb. Lifeknown affectionately as Mr. Buttermilk Biscuits, died June 13 of a heart attack in Texas. His death was confirmed this week ina Facebook postby his cousin Todd Darrell. Larry Myers Jr.YouTube He has overcome some of the biggest Challenges he has ever had to face. Rest well Junior, you will be missed. Myers appeared in the 2022 season of the long-running TLC series....

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 98 words · Amanda Green

Lisa Rinna To Star In ‘American Horror Stories’ Season 3

Lisa Rinnais set to star in the third season ofAmerican Horror Stories, the horror anthology series. American Horror Storiesis a spinoff ofAmerican Horror Storywith each episode telling a different horror tale. Created by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk,Storieshas a total of 15 episodes between two seasons. Lisa RinnaGilbert Flores / Getty Images Watch on Deadline Rinna has been thriving sinceexitingRHOBHearlier this yearafter eight seasons on the Bravo reality series. It has been a fun 8-year run and I am excited for what is to come!...

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 110 words · Veronica Washington

Mark Burnett In Talks To Launch New Production Venture

EXCLUSIVE:Mark Burnettis in talks to launch his next production venture following his departure from Amazon-owned MGM. Deadline understands thatSurvivorandThe Apprenticecreator Burnett has been approached by various people about financing opportunities for a new production company/studio. But Burnett is best known for his work in the unscripted realm. Mark BurnettPhoto by Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic More recent series includeGeneration Gap, exec produced with Jimmy Kimmel, for ABC and FoxsBeatShazam.

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 66 words · Gerald Kline

Monte-Carlo Television Festival Winners Include ‘Le Colosse Aux Pieds d’Argile’, ‘Ten Pound Poms’ & ‘The Seed’

See the full winners list below. Monte-Carlos highest accolade is awarded to an professional for their extraordinary contribution to the entertainment industry. The number and standard of entries we received has never been as high. ‘Le Colosse aux Pieds d’Argile,’ left, and ‘Ten-Pound-Poms’Monte-Carlo Television Festival The awards gala at the Salle des Princes was hosted byAmerican Godsstar Ricky Whittle and French videographerLena Situations.

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 63 words · Mr. Dan Pacheco PhD

Oscars: Academy Approves Major Change To Best Picture Eligibility Rules Requiring More Extensive Theatrical Runs

Everyone has their own release strategies, but these new rules certainly could affect them. Deadline originally learned several months ago of plans put forth even when Dawn Hudson was still CEO. It is an issue that seems to come up annually in one way or another. AMPAS It went on to be Oscar-nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay. It debuted in Cannes on May 20 to positive reviews. Simply put, the best movies in the world are at their best on the big screen....

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 86 words · Donald Frazier

Quickie Titanic Sub Documentary Set On British TV Just Hours After Air Onboard The Craft Is Expected To Run Out

The timing, however, might raise eyebrows. Thats just hours after the craft which has five people aboard is expected to run out of air. Ian Rumsey, managing director of content for ITN issued a statement trying to reassure viewers. The Titan submersibleOceanGate Expeditions For the full update on the status of the search, clickhere.

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 54 words · Andrew Wu

Streaming Shocker: Warner Bros. Discovery In Talks To License HBO Original Series To Netflix

EXCLUSIVE:HBOsstreamingwalled garden is coming down, it seems. We hear there are other titles being discussed. We hear HBO veterans pushed back against the plan but corporate financial consideration won out. InsecureHBO Earlier this year, Warner Bros. Discovery moved to distribute titles such asWestworldto free streaming platforms such as Roku and Tubi. However, this deal was struck before Amazon became a rival for premium originals. The most surprising facet of the deal is that Warner Bros....

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 102 words · Taylor Gray

Tonys Boost Box Office For ‘Kimberly Akimbo’, ‘Leopoldstadt’, ‘Shucked’; ‘Here Lies Love’ Sells Out First Preview

Attendance was up 2% to 260,027. The musical opens this week June 22 and reviews could show their impact. Opening night is July 20. Victoria Clark, Justin Cooley, ‘Kimberly Akimbo’Ahron R. Foster Season to date, Broadway has grossed $128,133,731 with total attendance of 1,055,336 at 86% of capacity. All figures courtesy of The Broadway League. For complete box office listings, visit theLeagues website.

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 63 words · Cheryl Dickerson

Voltron Global, The Company That Purchased Tyler Perry’s Original Atlanta Studio, Launches Production Outfit

The production outfit will be known as Voltron Global Productions. The lot was previously known as Areu Studios. At Voltron, Greenberg will oversee content creation from script to screen. Ms. Marvel shot at the company’s Pangaea Studios.Disney+ The Exec has over 25 years of experience across varied business interests. Most recently, Greenberg was CEO of NA Television/Film & Global Music at Production Resource Group LLC. Productions to shoot on the lot under Voltrons tenure include DisneysMs....

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 101 words · Emily Reynolds

WGA March Kicks Off As Damon Lindelof & Boots Riley Among Members Heading To La Brea Tar Pits For Rally

Stiehm told Deadline that the writers are motivated. Showing solidarity and energy and fight on day 51 of the strike… Performances and speakers are expected to kick off around noon PT. WGA Strong March and Rally for a Fair ContractKatie Campione / Deadline Alex Aguilar, Business Manager for LiUNA! Local 724, told Deadline that solidarity was key. We have to continue to support one another… Damon Lindelof (Deadline) The unions have never been united in this way before....

June 21, 2023 · 1 min · 83 words · Jessica West