The music industry is currently buzzing with news of a legal battle between composers Nomi Abadi and Danny Elfman. Allegations of defamation have been brought forth by Abadi against Elfman, citing damaging statements made to Rolling Stone last year. The lawsuit claims that Elfman’s remarks painted Abadi in a negative light, portraying her as a
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The upcoming indie film, “The Auction,” written and directed by William Atticus Parker, has managed to assemble a stellar cast that includes Audra McDonald, K. Todd Freeman, Mary-Louise Parker, Richard Kind, and Ben Vereen. Described as a workplace drama with elements of fantasy and horror, the film is a loose adaptation of Agatha Christie’s “And
At the NYC premiere of Apple’s Fly Me to the Moon, Sony Pictures Chairman and CEO Tom Rothman shared his thoughts on the $8 billion Skydance-Paramount deal. Sony Pictures Entertainment had previously teamed up with Apollo for a $26 billion bid on Paramount Global. However, the attention seems to be shifting towards Skydance’s potential acquisition
In a surprising turn of events, Netflix has brought back Axel Foley for another mission in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, and this time he is joined by the nostalgic figure of Crazy Frog. While the pairing may seem random at first, considering the origins of Crazy Frog in 2003, almost a decade after the
The recent passing of Jon Landau on July 5 has left a significant void in the film industry and in the lives of those who knew him or were familiar with his work. As a seasoned studio executive who later collaborated with James Cameron to produce blockbuster hits such as Titanic and Avatar, Landau was
Dolly De Leon, a veteran stage and screen actress from the Philippines, is making waves in Hollywood with her impressive repertoire of work. Her breakout role in Ruben Östlund’s Triangle of Sadness garnered her international recognition and critical acclaim. Not only did she win the Best Supporting Actor prize from the LA Film Critics Association,
The closure of The Satellite, formerly known as Spaceland, in Silver Lake has left a void in the heart of the Los Angeles music scene. Once a cultural landmark that hosted iconic acts such as Lady Gaga and the Foo Fighters, the venue succumbed to the devastating effects of the pandemic in 2020. The loss
The Australian screen industry is currently in a state of celebration following the announcement of the country’s increased Location Offset scheme. The legislation, which has been a topic of discussion for many years, was recently made law and officially came into effect on July 1. This change raises the rebate for TV and film productions
Ryan Reynolds, known for his witty humor and promotional tactics, recently shared a new Deadpool photo on his Instagram Story. The image depicted the Marvel superhero’s back in the midst of a forest, sparking excitement among fans. What caught the attention of many Swifties, however, was the striking resemblance to Taylor Swift’s Evermore album cover.
Lindsay Lohan recently found herself feeling a sense of déjà vu on the set of her upcoming sequel. As she returned to Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California to film the follow-up to her 2003 body-swap family comedy, Freaky Friday 2, Lohan couldn’t help but reminisce about the past. She shared that returning to the
The Location Managers Guild International recently announced the nominees for its 11th LMGI Awards, a prestigious event that celebrates the exceptional visual contributions made by location professionals in the film, television, and commercials industries worldwide. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 24, at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing
Chris Pratt, known for his role in the MCU as Star-Lord, has recently expressed his openness to the idea of potentially joining the DC Universe. After a visit to the set of Superman: Legacy directed by James Gunn, Pratt hinted at the possibility but remained reserved when it came to specifying a character he would
Joseph Quinn, known for his role in A Quiet Place: Day One, has recently been welcomed into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Upon being cast as Johnny Storm, also known as The Human Torch, in the upcoming Fantastic Four film, Quinn received advice from his co-star Lupita Nyong’o. Nyong’o, who plays Nakia in the MCU,
The buzz surrounding Zac Efron and Nicole Kidman’s latest project, a Netflix romantic comedy titled A Family Affair, started with an unusual revelation. The actors shared that the movie originally had a very different and provocative title that instantly grabbed their interest. According to Efron, the initial title was “Motherf—er,” a choice that surely raised
The upcoming sci-fi thriller film Orion has generated a lot of buzz with its star-studded cast and intriguing premise. Directed by Jaco Bouwer, the film revolves around a U.S. Intelligence expert tasked with helping an amnesiac astronaut recover his memory after a mysterious incident on their mission. The production, which recently wrapped up in New
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos recently unveiled a significant expansion of Netflix Studios Albuquerque, highlighting the impressive $900 million invested in New Mexico production since 2019. The company initially established the hub in 2018, acquiring a production studio complex that included eight sound stages and hosted renowned productions such as The Avengers, Breaking Bad, and Sicario.
Spencer Milligan, known for his role as Rick Marshall in the iconic 1970s series Land of the Lost, had a diverse and impactful career in the entertainment industry. Born in Oak Park, IL, in 1937, Milligan started his career in local theater during the 1960s before serving in the Army. His big break came with
Channing Tatum has been vocal about his desire to bring to life a unique crossover project titled MIB 23. This ambitious endeavor would combine the worlds of 21 Jump Street and Men in Black, creating a fusion that would truly be out of this world. Tatum confirmed that the project had once been in development,
Limonero Films has recently acquired worldwide distribution rights to Blue Carbon, an innovative environmental-themed documentary that showcases the potential of oceans to absorb carbon. The film features the participation of renowned figures such as Grammy-nominated music producer and DJ Jayda Guy, Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA, and Brazilian musician Seu Jorge. Directed by Emmy and BAFTA-winning filmmaker