SAG-AFTRA: Studios Seek To “Pad Corporate Profits & Fund Lavish Executive Compensation” As Threatened Actors Strike Looms

Strike authorization ballots must be returned no later than June 5. This shows management we are united in our resolve for a fair contract. Unregulated use of artificial intelligence threatens the very voices and likenesses that form the basis of professional acting careers. real view of the Hollywood SignGetty Images The benefit plans that members rely upon for health care and a dignified retirement are under stress.

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 67 words · Christian Vargas

Strike In The Era Of Twitter: How Social Media Is Helping Writers On The Picket Line & Beyond

My, have times changed. I tweeted out an urgent request for reinforcements on Twitter. Nine people got there within half an hour. An open letter by Shawn Ryan changed that. Today,social mediais taking strike solidarity-building to a whole new level. Its an incredible ally, adds Mark Blutman (Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World). So on a day like Sunday, [Warner Bros. When he is told to pay the writers, and those video bites go viral?...

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 125 words · Frank Chapman

StudioCanal Buys Minority Stake In The Picture Company, Signs Partners Andrew Rona & Alex Heineman To New 5-Year Deal – Cannes

Aside from the stake in the company, StudioCanal has closed a new five-year overall deal with the producers. The relationship between the companies began in 2015. Heineman and Rona have over 20 film and TV projects percolating. STUDIOCANAL Looking ahead, The Picture Company and Studiocanal has the James McAvoy-starrerControlthat Red and Flightplans Robert Schwentke will direct. We look forward to continuing our successful relationship over many years to come, they said....

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 71 words · Vanessa Chavez

Studios Extraordinaires Launches With ‘Aurora Noir’ And ‘Space Marshals’ Projects — Cannes Market

He recently launched Studios Extraordinaires but Cannes marks its official launch. Aurora Noiris based on artist Tim Razumovskys universe, which combines neo-noir aesthetics with retro science fiction. He is working with Studios Extraordinaires to develop the project into TV series, films and books. Aurora NoirTim Razumovsky/Studios Extraordinaires TV series and films are planned. Space Marshalsis another game adaptation, and is being pitched as an animated TV and film project. Studios Extraordinaires

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 71 words · Gregory Moore

Warner Bros. Discovery Reviewing UK TV Commissioning Strategy In Light Of Tough Economic Situation

EXCLUSIVE:Warner Bros. Commissioning execs are understood to have been informing producers about the review over the past few days. General Slowdown WBD declined to comment on the review. Its all in the language, said one such producer. David ZaslavGetty Channel 4 content boss Ian Katz said last week: No one has a crystal ball. That emergency will come into clearer focus later this week when Bectu issues the results of a union-wide survey....

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 73 words · Linda Thomas

‘Kennedy’ Director Anurag Kashyap & ‘In Flames’ Team Talk South Asian Unity, Using Cinema To Push Back Against Hate

And that is how growth is going to happen as a community. But I think thats changing, especially with my other South Asian sisters coming up. The panellists also touched on the rise of nationalism and censorship in India. L-R: moderator Archana Misra Jain, Anurag Kashyap, Fawzia Mirza, Anadil Hossain, Zarrar Kahn, Shant JoshiLoic Thebaud Especially genre filmmakers, they always find a way to tell their story, and thats what changes society....

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 72 words · Jerry Davis

‘Lift’: Netflix’s Action Comedy Starring Kevin Hart Pushes Premiere Date, Gets First Look Photo

Lift, the forthcoming action comedy teamingKevin Hartwith directorF. The executive producers are Gray, Brent OConnor and Patricia Braga. (L-R) YunJee Kim, Billy Magnussen, Úrsula Corberó, Kevin Hart, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Vincent D’Onofrio in ‘Lift’Christopher Barr/Netflix

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 35 words · Troy Mullins

‘MR-9: Do Or Die’ Starring Frank Grillo, Michael Jai White & ABM Sumon Acquired By Premiere — Cannes Market

Filmmaker Asif Akbar directed the film from a screenplay he co-wrote with Nazim Ud Daula and Abdul Aziz. The film is based on the popular spy thriller novels by the late Bangladeshi writer Qazi Anwar Hussain. Hussain published 550 novels in the series, which was modeled after the James Bond series. Frank Grillo.Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Los Angeles, Italia Film Festival. Executive producers are Niko Foster, Peter Nguyen and Phillip B....

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 101 words · Leon Orozco

‘The Idol’ Gets Five-Minute Standing Ovation After Cannes Premiere; Sam Levinson Gets Emotional In Speech

I know that sounds a little culty but thats the way it feels. Tesfaye, the pop star who is making is acting debut, also was wiping away tears. He then essentially tells Jocelyn hes moving in. From left: Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, Lily-Rose Depp and Sam LevinsonMichael Buckner Meanwhile, we learn Tedros is a music manager as well as a club owner. Levinson called out Depps performance in his remarks tonight....

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 97 words · Jonathan Schroeder

‘The Old Man’ FX Series Shuts Down Season 2 Production Amid Writers Strike

EXCLUSIVE: Filming on Season 2 of theFXdrama seriesThe Old Man, starringJeff Bridges, is being suspended. However, the last remaining script needed rewrites, so production will wrap now for the foreseeable future. It will resume sometime after theWGAwork stoppage is over. ‘The Old Man’Prashant Gupta/FX Accompanied by a producer, Bridges crossed the picket line in a van that day. Bonilla, Gbenga Akinnagbe, Bill Heck, Leem Lubany and Pej Vahdat. It is produced by 20th Television in association with The Littlefield Company....

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 80 words · Lisa Hernandez

‘Twisted Metal’, ‘The Winter King’ & ‘Ten Pound Poms’ Land Deals For Sony — LA Screenings

Sony Pictures Televisionhas pre-soldTwisted Metal,The Winter KingandTen Pound Pomsto international buyers as the LA Screenings gets underway. It launches on Peacock on June 27. Last week, it emerged MGM+ had joined the UKs ITVX as a co-commissioner on the series. Twisted MetalPeacock/Sony As we reported in ourLA Screenings previewon Friday, SPT is also screening Paramount+sThe Killing Kind.

May 22, 2023 · 1 min · 57 words · William Gutierrez

Ariana Madix On Returning To ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 11 Following “Scandoval”

TheBravoreality star had been in a relationship with co-star Tom Sandoval for close to 10 years. I cant control any of that. I have no interest in speaking to either of them. Ariana MadixNathan Congleton/NBC/Getty Images I dont have anything to say. I think that, especially in reality television, I think therealis the most important thing, she said. Madix continued, I think that thats actually been super helpful for me over the years....

May 21, 2023 · 1 min · 79 words · April Palmer DDS

Foo Fighters Name New Drummer To Replace The Late Taylor Hawkins

Josh Freeseis taking over as the permanent replacement forTaylor HawkinsinFoo Fighters, the group has announced. Freese recently played with the Offspring and is a renowned session player. He will fill the chair vacated whenHawkins died. Foo FightersMega Thelivestreamteased the announcement of Freese. Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers appeared to say he was being blocked in outside the studio. Tommy Lee delivered some takeout for the band. Tools Danny Carey appeared with dogs he groomed....

May 21, 2023 · 1 min · 108 words · David Haas