Jane Fonda Namedrops French Director Who Tried To Sleep With Her “To See What My Orgasms Were Like” For Film Role

The French director Rene Clement, shesaidwithout hesitation. The film Fonda was referring to wasJoy Housewhich was her first French film that was released in 1964. At the time of production, Clement was 51 and Fonda was 27. Jane Fonda on ‘Watch What Happens Live’Charles Sykes/Bravo/Getty Images Watch on Deadline Watch the moment in the video posted below. This was not the first time that Fonda recalls this experience. That kind of thing goes on and I turned him down....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 91 words · Christine Smith

Keanu Reeves & Seth Rogen ‘Good Fortune’ Movie Halted By WGA Pickets

Picketers arrived to a restaurant location yesterday where the pic was shooting at 9AM. But they did not. Picketers did not observe Ansari arriving to set. Getty Images Picketers held the line until 12:30am when production was called. Sources tell us that there wasnt any shooting accomplished. The storyline, written by Ansari, is under wraps. Good Fortuneis also up for sale at theCannesFilm Festival market.

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 65 words · Mercedes Caldwell

Max Ad Options Get Showcase At WBD Upfront Ahead Of May 23 Streaming Rebrand

Watch on Deadline Perrette pointed to the companys history of delivering ad-supported content. Were not new at this, he said. We know what were doing. A rendering of a sign on LA’s Sunset Boulevard promoting Max, the rebranded Warner Bros Discovery streaming service.Courtesy of Warner Bros Discovery Offerings under the reward heading give viewers an enhanced viewing experience with fewer interruptions. A brand block lets a single advertiser exclusively own every ad moment within a piece of programming....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 87 words · Tiffany Bennett

Neon Acquires Pablo Berger’s Animated Feature ‘Robot Dreams’ Ahead Of Cannes Bow

Their friendship blossoms, until they become inseparable, to the rhythm of 80s NYC. One summer night, DOG, with great sadness, is forced to abandon ROBOT at the beach. Will they ever meet again? ‘Robot Dreams’Neon Neon is at this yearsCannes Film Festivalto premiere Alice RohrwachersLa Chimerastarring Josh OConnor and Isabella Rossellini.

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 51 words · Chad Hunt

Polish Director Maciek Hamela On Making Ukrainian Doc ‘In The Rearview’: “What We Are Really Documenting Is First-Hand Witness Accounts Of War Crimes” – Cannes

Its a common effort, says Hamela, that has really energized the society. We thought it could be used as testimony in some kind of process trial like in The Hague. What we are really documenting is first hand witness accounts of war crimes. Because Hamela spoke Russian, it meant he was better equipped to transport people through Ukraine. There were, of course, some hairy moments driving through a war zone....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 116 words · Abigail Spencer

Ralph Lee Dies: ‘SNL’ Land Shark Creator Was 87

His wife Casey Compton told The New York Times that he had been in declining health for several months. The small gathering outside the West Village theater was an immediate success, even earning Lee an Obie Award. He was a longtime artist-in-residence at New Yorks Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Gilda Radner, and Ralph Lee’s Land Shark, ‘Saturday Night Live’ (1975)Everett Collection For many people, it is my claim to fame....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 100 words · Michael Kelley

Rebecca Miller’s Berlinale Rom-Com ‘She Came To Me’ Starring Peter Dinklage, Anne Hathaway & Marisa Tomei Acquired By Vertical

Danny Cohen, Amanda Ghost and Vince Holden exec produced, with Cindy Tolan and Ged Dickersin as co-producers. Sam Levy served as cinematographer, withThe Revenants Bryce Dessner as composer. Added the films producers, Were thrilled to have Vertical as our distribution partners in the US. Peter Dinklage in ‘She Came To Me’Protagonist Pictures

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 52 words · Karen Moran

Russia Orders Arrest Of Producer Alexander Rodnyansky For Criticizing War In Ukraine

This is crazy Im just laughing about it, said the Kyiv-born media mogul. Watch on Deadline But this is the intimidation of the society. When asked if he was fearful of the news, Rodnyansky said, You know, I wouldnt complain. Alexander RodnyanskyGetty Images Im outside of Russia and Im trying to make Russians aware of what is going on in Ukraine. So, basically this is the fight for those Russian people who understand what is going on....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 86 words · Richard Cross

Sky Extends Sony Output Deal To Land ‘Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse’ And ‘Gran Turismo’

Comcast-ownedSkyhas extended its multi-year content agreement withSony Pictures Televisionon the eve of theLA Screenings. TV series includeThe Good DoctorandS.W.A.T., which was this month cancelled and then saved by CBS following fan backlash. Were incredibly delighted to announce this deal and extend our relationship. Sony Pictures Animation

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 46 words · Kristen Simmons

Teen Prodigy Victor Wembanyama Will Play For The San Antonio Spurs As Team Wins NBA Draft Lottery, Changing The Balance Of Power In The League

Victor Wembanyama, the bestNBAprospect since at least LeBron James, will likely play for the San Antonio Spurs. The news instantly vaults the lowly the San Antonio Spurs into playoff contention. The 19-year-old Wembanyama has an eight-foot wingspan and is an outstanding shot-blocker. Victor Wembanyama, on left, on the court earlier this yearAurelien Meunier/Getty Images In fact, the Frenchman said he patterned parts of his game after Durants. Hes for sure a generational talent....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 79 words · Lindsay Hays

‘General Hospital’ Actor Haley Pullos Charged With DUI In Wrong-Way Freeway Crash

Their current conditions have not been disclosed. Watch on Deadline Pullos, 24, has played Molly Lansing-Davis on the ABC soap since 2009. I will be back as soon as possible! Haley PullosEverett Collection A tweet posted last month by the Pasadena Fire Dept. includes photos of the heavily damaged cars following the crash. Freeway Rescue 134/Orange Grove. Early this morning PFD responded to a traffic collision requiring rescue of occupants from both vehicles....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 73 words · Jennifer Harvey

‘Holy Spider’ Director Ali Abbasi Responds To Russia Ban: “The Russian Government Is Returning Favors To Their Islamic Republic Ally”

Iranian directorAli Abbasihas responded toRussias unexplained ban of his serial killer thrillerHoly Spiderjust days after its theatrical release. c’mon keep up the good work. First Turkey prevented us from shooting the film. Zar Amir-Ebrahimi stars in ‘Holy Spider’Alamode Film Now Russia is blocking its distribution. Its sad that a country with such a rich film history as Russia has come to this stage.

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 63 words · Emily Armstrong

‘Homecoming’ Review: A Summer Holiday Stirs Memories And Mischief In Catherine Corsini’s Latest Cannes Entry

There is the good sister, with A grades, university prospects and a sense of decorum in company. And yet Farah (Esther Gohourou) can always make Jessica (Suzy Bemba) laugh. They are nothing alike, but they fit together like Legos. ‘Homecoming’ (Le Retour)Chaz Production Gaias family seems to Jessica to understand her in a way her own mother and sister dont and cant. They argue about things that matter. They know university lecturers as friends....

May 17, 2023 · 1 min · 105 words · Alex Jackson