Oscar-Nominated Music Stars To Talk About Their Craft At Songwriters Hall Of Fame Event

Its all about the beat, the beat, the beat, someone once noted of rock n roll. Others say it all starts with a song. The virtual event is free to the public with advance registration required viaEventbrite. Pictured Top (L to R): Diane Warren, Ludwig Göransson, Chandrabose. Pictured center (L to R): David Byrne and Ryan Lott Pictured bottom (L to R): Nile Rodgers and Paul Williams. It will also be available to watch for a limited time on the Songwriters Hall of Fame websitesonghall....

February 12, 2023 · 1 min · 86 words · Frances Martinez

‘The Civil Dead’ Gets Spirited Welcome From Fans Of Duo Behind Utopia’s Micro-Budget Supernatural Slacker Comedy — Specialty Box Office

The Civil Deadis one of two Slamdance winners out in theaters this weekend. Filmmakers like this are so exciting to keep an eye on. The Civil Deadis 100% with critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The Civil DeadUtopia Not that its easy. The original film unfolds with the story in reverse.Straight Cutflipped that to depict events chronologically. The regional platform release will expand to 15 additional locations in South Florida in week two....

February 12, 2023 · 1 min · 71 words · Brett Munoz

Ben Foster, Justice Smith, Katherine Waterston & Maria Bakalova Set For ‘Floodplain’ Thriller From Topic Studios – EFM

Floodplainreteams Topic Studios with Foster following their work together on Debra GraniksLeave No Trace. The film is set to enter production later this spring. The former, directed by Molly Gordon and Nick Lieberman, won the U.S. (L-R) Ben Foster, Justice Smith, Katherine Waterston and Maria BakalovaGetty Images Dramatic Special Jury Prize and sold to Searchlight Pictures, with the latter now out in theaters.

February 11, 2023 · 1 min · 63 words · Justin Sheppard

CBS CEO George Cheeks Takes “Full Responsibility” For Close Captioning Snafu Involving Bad Bunny At Grammys

Viewers griped on social media that the closed captions did not translate what the artist was singing or saying. Cheeks, meanwhile, responded to an inquiry by Garcia. The letter is below. CBS Regrettably, errors were made with respect to the close captioning of his performance and subsequent acceptance speech. Regardless, we should have monitored the situation more closely. I take full responsibility for what happened. We will keep you updated regarding our efforts on this matter....

February 11, 2023 · 1 min · 76 words · Jack Roberson

New Line Wins Auction For Victor Sweetser Horror Short Story ‘Occupant’ In Outright Buy; 9 Bids

Deadlinerevealed the auctionas it was heating up today. It is a testament to the power of genre IP. Cregger and Lee were just the subject ofa heated auction forWeapons, which Cregger has written and will direct. Getty Images Hes also producingCompanionfor New Line, and both those film are greenlighted. All of these deals were done in partnership with Verve Talent Agency. Verve, which represented the project and its elements, will be auctioning the book rights toOccupantas well....

February 11, 2023 · 1 min · 77 words · Michael Kramer

‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Director Pens Moving Farewell To Late Wife Linda Weide

That night, I wrote in my journal, I think I may be in big trouble. We were married on July 11, 1998. 28 years wasnt nearly long enough. Linda Weide and Robert B. Weide attend HBO Emmy After Party in 2006Stefanie Keenan/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images Still, I may just be the luckiest SOB who ever lived. Rest well, Bunnie. I hope well be together again. For those who never knew her, Im sorry for your loss....

February 11, 2023 · 1 min · 104 words · Mr. Dylan Munoz

Broadway Review: ‘Pictures From Home’ Starring Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein & Zoё Wanamaker

Why do we always remember the arguments? AndPictures From Homefrequently pierces through its own nostalgia with an observation clear and crisp as a brand new Polaroid. Lots and lots of Polaroids. Danny Burstein, Nathan Lane, Zoё Wanamaker, ‘Pictures From Home’Julieta Cervantes Those, of course, are just the sort of images Larry is going for. Burstein (Photo: Julieta Cervantes)

February 10, 2023 · 1 min · 58 words · Gregory Long

Eddie Murphy Prime Video Movie ‘Candy Cane Lane’ Adds Ken Marino, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes & D.C. Young Fly

EXCLUSIVE:Ken Marino, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, andD.C. Reginald Hudlin directs off a script by Kelly Younger, inspired by his own childhood holiday experiences. Story details are being kept under wraps. Ken Marino, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, and D.C. Young FlyGetty/Sean Hagwell The movie is shooting in Los Angeles and a part of the California Film & Television Tax Credit Program. Marino is represented by UTA and Artists First. Stand-up comedian Johnson-Reyes has six comedy specials streaming on various platforms....

February 10, 2023 · 1 min · 104 words · Michele Ewing

Former HBO Max Unscripted Chiefs Jennifer O’Connell & Rebecca Quinn Launch Velvet Hammer Media

The company will produce premium original non-fiction content with a focus on formats, special-event programs and documentaries. It comes after the pair left last year after Warner Bros. Discovery axed non-scripted from its streaming service. Jennifer O’Connell, left, and Rebecca QuinnLily Ro Photography We are ready for this moment and could not be more energized about our new venture. VHM is repped by WME and Weinstein Senior.

February 10, 2023 · 1 min · 67 words · Meagan Powell

Horror Short Story ‘The Occupant’ Scares Up Torrent Of Movie Rights Bids: The Dish

The Occupantwent to market yesterday, and the reaction was quick. Naturally, we learn there is no such thing as a free house. The narrator is a teen named Chloe, who lives in the town where the home is being moved. Getty Images They decide to explore the structure before the homeowners move in. It becomes a full-fledged scare fest. None of those involved are commenting, but here is what Ive heard....

February 10, 2023 · 1 min · 96 words · Elizabeth Hubbard

Hugh Hudson Dies: Oscar-Nominated ‘Chariots Of Fire’ Director Was 86

He worked alongside Alan Parker, Ridley Scott and Tony Scott for Ridley Scott Associates (RSA). His first filmmaking job was as a second-unit director on ParkersMidnight Express. … Its an exceptional film, about some exceptional people. Hugh Hudson, 198120th Century Fox Film Corp. / courtesy Everett Collection Chariots of Firewas nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Director for Hudson, and took home four. HisI Dreamed of Africastarring Kim Basinger in 2000 was named the closing film of the Cannes Film Festival....

February 10, 2023 · 1 min · 97 words · Anthony Tapia

Jeffrey Ballard Dies: Veteran Hollywood Publicist For Charlie Sheen, Paula Abdul & Many Others Was 64

He met every challenge head on with class and patience. As my dear friend of 40 years, he was equally loyal and generous to a fault. Safe travels JB, you are sorely missed, now and forever. Jeffrey Ballard, with Paula Abdul and Zac EfronFacebook Ballard remained involved with the company he founded until his death, working with two dozen active clients. I miss him very much. We worked together, played together, and knew we were always there for each other....

February 10, 2023 · 1 min · 108 words · Christina Hudson

Joe Biden Orders Unknown “High-Altitude Object” Shot Down Near Alaska Today, White House Reveals; POTUS Calls Mission A “Success” – Update

President Biden ordered the military to down the object. The second approach by U.S. jets was when the object was shot down on Bidens command. Clearly that was not part of the advice President Biden received today. US President Joe Biden, AlaskaGetty Images

February 10, 2023 · 1 min · 43 words · Jeffrey Johnson