مسار منفصل للأخبار السياسية والعراقية والعالمية يظهر فور الجلب، بينما تبقى التقنية والذكاء الاصطناعي في الواجهة الرئيسية.
Shi Nansun, the Hong Kong producer and executive who co-founded Film Workshop and helped establish international distribution networks for Chinese-language cinema, died Monday at Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital. She was 75. In a statement, Film Workshop said Shi had been in declining health since 2022 due to complications affecting her immune system, and that […]
Based on the 2024 podcast of the same name, Prime Video’s new docuseries “Murder 101” is a crime show that looks beyond the transgressions, facts and clues to give a real voice to victims and survivors. The series also highlights the importance of fostering autonomy and determination in young people on the cusp of major […]
“Monopoly” is about to get a lot more realistic. Netflix announced it is now casting for the new competition series based on the world of “Monopoly,” where contestants have the chance to win $2 million. Competing on a life-sized Monopoly Town Square, 12 players will use strategy, alliance and dealmaking to take home the prize. […]
Tye Blue, director and co-creator of the Tony-winning “Titaníque,” has joined the creative team of “The Pyramid: An Unauthorized ‘Dance Moms’ Musical”, a new parody written by longtime “Dance Moms” fans James Stryska, Isabel Grace, Erica Molfetto and Molly Russo. The original musical is being led by lead producer Logan Clark, whose career spans more […]
Al Pacino is returning to the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute as the lead juror for the Lee Strasberg Film Festival (LSFF) this November. Pacino, who studied method acting under Strasberg, will lead a jury of actors and filmmakers, evaluating independent films and performances for the 10th edition of the festival. Also serving on […]
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison may think the promise of the Paramount Warner Bros. Discovery mega-merger is an offer we can’t refuse, but I’m here to say: He’s wrong. I am leading a coalition of 12 state Attorneys General in taking Paramount and Warner Bros. to court to stop this unlawful merger. The entertainment industry […]
NowThis, the digital-first and social news outlet that targets Gen Z audiences, has hired producer Georgie Guinane as head of studio, L.A. In the new role, Guinane will lead NowThis’ Los Angeles studio, in charge of the company’s slate of original digital series. She reports directly to editor in chief Michael Vito Valentino. Guinane joins […]
Paramount Skydance sharply criticized a coalition of 12 Democratic state attorneys general that sued to block the David Ellison-led company’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. The lawsuit filed by the state AGs “distorts settled antitrust law and is based on a misrepresentation of competition in the entertainment industry today,” Paramount said Monday, after the suit […]
Billie Joe Armstrong is turning one of punk rock’s most recognizable guitar sounds into a signature Marshall amplifier. Marshall has unveiled the 1959BJA Artist Signature, a handwired, 100-watt amp developed with the Green Day frontman and modeled in part on the guitar tone heard during the band’s “Dookie” era. The release marks Marshall’s first artist-signature […]
Jimmy Kimmel is currently on summer break from hosting his ABC late night talk show, but that’s not stopping him from continuing to take aim at the Republican party. Kimmel’s latest target is Sen. Mitch McConnell, who posted a photo of himself on social media as proof of life amid questions over the 84-year-old politician’s […]
The 16,000th episode of “General Hospital” airs today on ABC. The episode sees Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) return to the show’s hometown of Port Charles, New York, and Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick) reunite. Joining the staff is new surgeon Dr. Tristan Roberts (Dean Geyer), named for longtime “General Hospital” cast member Tristan […]
Mythical, the entertainment company founded by top YouTube creators and talk-show hosts Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal, promoted Jacob Moncrief to president, overseeing all aspects of the business. Moncrief, who most recently served as chief operating officer, will lead the Mythical business as the company continues to expand across content, commerce, partnerships and distribution. He […]
She’s a rainbow… and with a slew of carefully chosen guest artists on her new album, she might also count as a rainbow farmer. The acclaimed singer-songwriter Allison Russell is back with her third solo album, “In the Hour of Chaos,” featuring her Rainbow Coalition band and leading off with a song titled “Rainbows,” reflecting […]
Freddy Krueger is ready for another close up. Paramount has closed a deal for the U.S. rights to adapt the original screenplay for “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” under its new genre label Paramount Primal. Domestic rights are being licensed from the Wes Craven estate, which includes Craven’s widow Iya Labunka and son Jonathan Craven. […]
The Puerto Rico Film Festival has announced Costa Rica as the official country in focus for its upcoming 17th edition, taking place August 19–23. The announcement marks the first time the festival elects a country of honor, and comes ahead of this year’s Costa Rica Media Market, a leading industry event taking place in San José […]
Jake Shane is bringing his viral “Pilates shakes” to Alo’s fitness app. The content creator and podcaster has teamed with Alo Wellness Club for “Shake & Train With Jake Shane: Strength x Pilates,” a four-part workout series launching July 13. Filmed aboard the Alo Voyage on the Mediterranean Sea, the program combines strength training and […]
A coalition of 12 states filed an antitrust lawsuit on Monday to block the merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros., defying the Department of Justice, which approved the deal last month. The coalition, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alleges that the $111 billion transaction violates the Clayton Act by lessening competition in […]
“Victoria in the Clouds,” starring Berlin best actress winner Paulina García, and “Quemada,” from the producer of 2026 Cannes winner “Forever Your Maternal Animal,” both feature at the 2026 Costa Rica Media Market’s Desde el Centro, a projects showcase that highlights key upcoming titles and on-the-rise companies and the ambitions of one of the youngest […]
Renowned Costa Rican actor, playwright and poet Ana Istarú will appear alongside daughter Ardélia Istarú in the latter’s next directorial outing, “Quemada.” Valentina Maurel’s production company Tres Tigres will produce alongside France’s Geko Films, Belgium’s Wrong Men and Panama’s Mansa Productora. The project is part of the Desde el Centro showcase at the upcoming Costa […]
Amazon Prime Video has revealed a first-look at “Carrie,” Mike Flanagan’s TV adaptation of the iconic Stephen King novel. The show was first reported to be in the works in October 2024, with Amazon officially greenlighting it for eight episodes in April 2025. Check out the first look images below. The series is described as […]
