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Opening night of Sundance’s last Park City edition brought Chris Pine, Jenny Slate and Judd Apatow to the Eccles for the premiere of Carousel, while Riz Ahmed boosted buzz for Bait and other debuts, as the festival and indie cinema brace for a bittersweet farewell to Utah ahead of a Boulder move in 2027 amid COVID-era financial strains and the death of festival founder Robert Redford.
Two‑part HBO documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! (Apatow/Bonfiglio) traces Brooks’s life from Brooklyn to today, using archival clips and new interviews to foreground his friendships with Carl Reiner and his marriage to Anne Bancroft; funny and deeply emotional, the four‑hour tribute doubles as a loving portrait of a life in comedy and the relationships that defined it.
During a post-screening Q&A for his HBO documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!, the 99-year-old comedian said he was glad Carl Reiner died before learning of Rob Reiner’s murder, reflecting on their 70-year friendship and Carl’s influence; the piece notes the two‑part HBO Max documentary includes posthumous interviews with Carl and Rob, and that Rob Reiner’s son has been charged in the deaths of Rob and his wife.
Cristin Milioti is set to co-star opposite Glen Powell in Judd Apatow's untitled original comedy at Universal, with Apatow directing and co-writing the script with Powell; the film, centered on a country-western star in free-fall, is dated for February 5, 2027, and is produced by Apatow Productions, Barnstorm, and Misher Films.
At the Golden Globes weekend, Nikki Glaser revealed she used to babysit Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann's daughters for about $35–$40 per hour in 2007, a rate higher than she'd ever earned babysitting; she recalled the sweet kids, a memorable call from Adam Sandler when she was on babysitting duty, and noted jokes cut from her Golden Globes monologue, including a Trump reference.
Judd Apatow is developing an untitled edgy romantic comedy at Universal Pictures with Nikki Glaser, who will star, produce, and co-write the project. Glaser, known for her stand-up and hosting, previously appeared in Apatow's 'Trainwreck.' The film is in early development, with no director attached yet, and continues Apatow's trend of collaborating with comedians on feature films.
Poetic License, directed by Maude Apatow in her debut, is a warm, funny family-centered comedy about a woman navigating new friendships and family dynamics in a small town, featuring strong performances and a natural, improvisatory style. Despite its nepotistic cast, the film stands out for its genuine humor and relatable characters, making it a charming addition to the festival circuit.
The article provides an in-depth oral history of 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin,' highlighting its development, casting, improvisational process, and production challenges, emphasizing its impact on comedy and the careers of those involved.
Seth Rogen recounted a 2006 incident where Tom Cruise tried to recruit him and Judd Apatow into Scientology during a casual meeting, highlighting Cruise's strong commitment to the church and its influence on his public image, amidst ongoing rumors of his continued association with Scientology.
Seth Rogen recounted a 2006 incident where Tom Cruise tried to recruit him and Judd Apatow into Scientology during a casual meeting, highlighting Cruise's strong commitment to the church amid ongoing public scrutiny and rumors of his continued association with Scientology.
Stormy Daniels became emotional at the premiere of the documentary 'Stormy' at SXSW, expressing gratitude to the director and taking a parting shot at Donald Trump. The documentary, which premieres on Peacock later this month, follows her life after becoming entangled with Trump and the aftermath of the hush money scandal. Judd Apatow, an executive producer for the film, spoke briefly before the screening, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the real people behind the headlines.
Christopher Nolan won the top prize at the Directors Guild Of America awards, making him a strong contender for the Best Director Oscar, with a high likelihood of winning based on historical trends. This would mark Nolan's first Oscar win. Other winners at the DGA Awards included Celine Song for first-time feature film directors, Peter Hoar for dramatic TV, and Christopher Storer for comedy TV.
Judd Apatow delivered a humorous and politically charged monologue at the 76th DGA Awards, roasting Biden, Trump, and the entertainment industry. He poked fun at the age of the presidential candidates, joked about Hollywood mergers, and suggested new award categories. Apatow also lamented the decline in award show viewership and the overexposure of celebrities on social media, while paying tribute to the late Norman Lear.
Judd Apatow criticizes the Oscars' decision to categorize the screenplay for the upcoming Barbie movie as adapted, arguing that it's insulting to the writers as there was no existing material or story to adapt from. The decision has sparked debate, with the Writers Guild of America classifying Barbie as an original work. If the film earns an Oscar nod for its script, it will mark Greta Gerwig's fourth nomination, but Academy voting members will only be able to cast their vote for Barbie's script in the adapted screenplay category.
Judd Apatow criticizes the Academy's decision to classify "Barbie" as an Adapted Screenplay, arguing that the film's story and characters were created from scratch, with no existing material to work from. This ruling means that the writers will have to compete in the crowded Adapted Screenplay category instead of Best Original Screenplay. The debate surrounding the film's classification has sparked controversy in the film industry, with Apatow's sentiments echoing those of co-writer Noah Baumbach. Oscar nominations are set to be announced on January 23.