The MIA Market in Rome has made significant strides in recent years, showcasing a vibrant platform for international co-productions and various media projects. The latest statistics reveal a 20% increase in submissions for its esteemed Co-Production Market and Pitching Forum, highlighting a growing interest and involvement from creators globally. With a total of 600 submissions,
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The iconic Laugh Factory is making waves outside its traditional comedy club realm by launching Laugh Factory Entertainment. This new venture marks a bold step into feature film production, with Adam Rifkin’s stoner comedy, “Toad,” serving as the inaugural project. This transition reflects a changing landscape in the entertainment industry, where established institutions seek to
As Donald Glover embarks on his new project, leading the Disney and Lucasfilm initiative centered around Lando Calrissian, he brings forth a refreshing perspective on the beloved Star Wars franchise. Glover openly criticizes the often grim undertones of the saga, suggesting that the narrative has leaned too heavily into serious territory for far too long.
Ben Whishaw, who has embodied the character Q in three of Daniel Craig’s James Bond films, has recently expressed his thoughts on the direction of the iconic franchise. In an interview with BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg, Whishaw shared that he believes a complete overhaul of the cast is likely on the horizon. “I don’t think I’m
The recently concluded Toronto Film Festival (TIFF) has once again showcased a rich tapestry of cinematic achievements, marking its place as a pivotal event on the film calendar. Amongst a constellation of films, the People’s Choice Award—a distinguished accolade that often acts as a bellwether for the ensuing awards season—was won by Mike Flanagan’s adaptation
The film industry is a volatile world where last-minute decisions can shape the trajectory of a project, affecting not only filmmakers but also the actors involved. This phenomenon was recently highlighted by James McAvoy’s recollections of stepping into the leading role of M. Night Shyamalan’s 2016 psychological thriller, “Split.” Notably, this occurred after Joaquin Phoenix’s
In a significant move for the film industry, Paramount Pictures has secured the rights to ‘Regretting You’, an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel from 2019. Known for her gripping storytelling and poignant themes, Hoover has previously enjoyed tremendous success with her other work, ‘It Ends With Us’, which became a surprising box-office success. Paramount’s
In a shocking turn of events, renowned filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola has filed a lawsuit against Variety for libel over allegations of unprofessional behavior on the set of his upcoming film Megalopolis. The 85-year-old director is seeking $15 million in damages from Variety Media LLC and journalists Brent Lang and Tatiana Siegel, accusing them of
Hugh Grant recently credited the Wachowskis with revitalizing his career after a dry spell following his 2009 comedy with Sarah Jessica Parker. Grant reflected on his experience playing multiple roles in the Wachowskis’ Cloud Atlas, a 2012 feature adaptation of the novel by David Mitchell. He admitted that he felt marooned after the failure of
Kamala Harris has been gaining significant traction in the political sphere, and this was made apparent after her recent presidential debate with Donald Trump. Following the debate, a wave of celebrity endorsements flooded social media platforms, showing overwhelming support for Harris’s performance. From Taylor Swift to Mark Hamill, Kerry Washington to Jimmy Kimmel, a diverse
After successfully helming two installments in the Dune franchise, Denis Villeneuve has made the decision to step away from the universe he has created. In an interview with Vanity Fair, he revealed that the upcoming third installment will be his last as a director. Despite this, Villeneuve clarified that Dune 3 is not part of
Lacey Chabert, known for her role as Gretchen Wieners in the iconic teen movie “Mean Girls,” recently shared an amusing anecdote about her daughter’s confusion over the term “fetch.” Despite Gretchen’s persistent efforts to make it a popular slang word in the movie, it seems that her daughter had no idea what it meant. This
Angelina Jolie, the Oscar and Tony winner, was recently awarded the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media where she shared her thoughts on the state of the world today. In her speech, Jolie expressed deep concern about the current state of affairs and the failure of the system to uphold basic human rights. Despite this,
The documentary “Casa Bonita Mi Amor!” featuring Trey Parker and Matt Stone has seen great success at the box office, particularly in Denver. Despite only being shown on one screen, the film managed to attract a significant audience, with sold-out showings throughout the weekend. The Alamo Denver played Beetlejuice in its larger auditoriums, while Casa
In the world of cinema, it’s not often that a mere carousel horse steals the spotlight from the main stars of a film. However, in the case of “We Live in Time,” that is exactly what happened. Andrew Garfield, the star of the film, humbly acknowledged the unexpected viral sensation caused by the carousel horse
The Toronto Film Festival made a bold statement with the kickoff of its 2024 edition by featuring a live-action holiday family comedy, Nutcrackers. This movie marked Ben Stiller’s return to the big screen in a toplining feature role after a hiatus of seven years. Directed by David Gordon Green and written by Leland Douglas, Nutcrackers
Amid a recent wave of sexual assault allegations against acclaimed author Neil Gaiman, Disney has decided to halt the production of the feature adaptation of his 2008 young adult novel, “The Graveyard Book”. While the studio representatives have chosen not to comment on the situation, it is clear that the allegations against Gaiman, which he
Ridley Scott, the visionary director behind the iconic film Gladiator, recently opened up about his relationship with Russell Crowe. As they gear up for the premiere of Gladiator II, Scott reflects on the challenges of creating a sequel to the beloved classic. Despite the absence of Crowe in the upcoming film due to his character’s
Park Hoon-jung, a talented Korean director, has been making waves in the film industry with his unique storytelling and compelling characters. With successful films like “New World,” “V.I.P,” and “The Witch: Part 1 The Subversion,” Park has established himself as a formidable force in Korean cinema. His latest project, “Tristes Tropiques,” promises to be another