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Today's entertainment highlights include the return of the TV show 'Bookie,' the debut of 'No Good Deed,' and the Billboard Music Awards. These events offer a variety of viewing options for audiences interested in new series and award ceremonies.
The 2024 SXSW Film & TV Festival in Austin, Texas features a diverse lineup of highly anticipated premieres, including "The Fall Guy," "Road House," "Babes," "Black Twitter: A People’s History," "Doin’ It," and more, showcasing a mix of studio crowd-pleasers, enterprising TV premieres, and indie gems. Notable entries include a Meg Ryan-inspired action rom-com, a documentary series exploring Black Twitter's cultural impact, and a vigilante thriller directed by Dev Patel.
The South by Southwest Film and TV Festival in Austin, Texas, is set to feature high-profile premieres including a remake of "Road House," a new sci-fi series from the creators of "Game of Thrones," and a documentary about Alex Jones. The festival's lineup also includes a diverse range of films and documentaries, some of which may spark controversy due to their social and political themes. Despite potential challenges, filmmakers and attendees are eager to participate in the festival, which is known for its unique and rowdy atmosphere.
The SXSW Film and TV Festival in 2024 will feature a diverse lineup of 23 films and TV series, including high-profile premieres like "Road House" and "The Idea of You," as well as lesser-known gems from around the world. The festival will showcase a mix of theatrical releases and streaming exclusives, with notable entries such as Netflix's "3 Body Problem" and HBO's "Ren Faire." Additionally, the event will feature the directorial debut of actors like Dev Patel and Tommy Dorfman, and explore unconventional projects like a documentary shot entirely in "Grand Theft Auto V."
The 40th edition of the Sundance Film Festival showcased a diverse lineup of LGBTQ+ films, with standout performances and compelling storytelling. From the captivating debut of Bilal Hasna in "Layla" to the necessary documentary "Will & Harper" featuring Will Ferrell and his trans friend, the festival also featured the sexy "Sebastian," the ensemble-driven "Ponyboi," the comedy "My Old Ass," and the mind-bending "I Saw The TV Glow." Additionally, "Seeking Mavis Beacon" and "Stress Positions" offered thought-provoking narratives, while "Love Lies Bleeding" delivered a wild lesbian love affair.
On TV this Sunday, The Way Home returns for Season 2, True Detective's duo unravels a huge clue, and the NFL playoffs continue with two games. Other programs to watch include Miss Scarlet & the Duke, Woman With the Red Lipstick, All Creatures Great and Small, Belgravia: The Next Chapter, Monsieur Spade, and The Woman in the Wall.
The 2024 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, showcased stars like Melissa Barrera, Kristen Stewart, Pedro Pascal, and more, as they attended premieres and events, displaying their stylish outfits and making appearances around the city.
The Sundance Film Festival is set to kick off with a mix of in-person and virtual offerings, showcasing over 80 feature films and documentaries. Some highly anticipated premieres include "Between the Temples" by Nathan Silver, "A Different Man" by Aaron Schimberg, "Freaky Tales" by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, "Handling the Undead" by Thea Hvistendahl, and "Ibelin" by Benjamin Ree. The festival will also feature a diverse range of films exploring various themes and genres, promising an exciting lineup for cinema enthusiasts.
The lineup for the 40th edition of the Sundance Film Festival in 2024 has been announced, featuring the premiere of Kristen Stewart's post-apocalyptic romance film "Love Me" and Steven Soderbergh's haunted house thriller "Presence." Additionally, there will be documentaries about Brian Eno, Luther Vandross, and DEVO, among others. The festival will showcase a total of 91 selected projects, chosen from over 17,000 submissions, and will take place from January 18 to 28 in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.
Choreographer Amy Hall Garner is gaining attention from major dance companies, with recent premieres at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and upcoming premieres at New York City Ballet. Her new work, "Century," marks her debut with the main Ailey troupe and showcases her growing success in the dance world. Garner expresses gratitude for the opportunities and feels that this is her moment to shine.
The drama "Perfect Marriage Revenge" achieved its highest viewership ratings yet ahead of its series finale, while the new drama "Welcome to Samdalri" premiered to promising ratings. "Castaway Diva" and "Korea-Khitan War" reached all-time highs in ratings, while "The Story of Park's Marriage Contract" and "My Demon" maintained steady viewership. "Live Your Own Life" remained the most-watched show of Saturday.
The Toronto International Film Festival begins with the premiere of RadicalMedia's "Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero," attracting a younger music-loving audience. However, the festival is overshadowed by the ongoing strikes in Hollywood, resulting in most movie stars not attending. Some exceptions have been made for promotional activities, but the strikes have significantly impacted the industry, causing financial insecurity. Despite this, the festival showcases a robust lineup of films with notable casts, aiming to generate buzz and kick off awards-season campaigns. Opening a film at Toronto is seen as valuable for generating excitement and prestige, although the financial success of adult-oriented dramas remains uncertain.
As the Hollywood strike continues, the fall TV lineup is being impacted with shows like "One Chicago" and "Law & Order" franchises not airing new episodes on NBC. However, there are still new episodes of "Quantum Leap" and "Magnum P.I." on the network. ABC is sticking with unscripted staples, while CBS will air reruns of "Blue Bloods," "NCIS," and "Yellowstone." Streamers and premium cable channels have new shows coming, but the number of scripted shows is expected to decrease. The article provides a list of upcoming shows premiering in the first few weeks of the fall TV season.
This week's must-watch picks include the season premiere of "Only Murders in the Building," a secret affair in "Red, White & Royal Blue," the final seasons of "Billions" and "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series," and Gal Gadot starring in the action-thriller "Heart of Stone." Other highlights include the premiere of "Painkiller," a series about Purdue Pharma's alleged role in the opioid epidemic, and new episodes of popular shows like "The Bachelorette," "Love Island USA," and "MasterChef."
This week's events included the launch of RE-MEDIA by USWNT players Christen Press, Tobin Heath, Meghan Klingenberg, and Megan Rapinoe, Oceana's SeaChange Summer Party honoring Morgan Freeman, a Love Island USA Villa Pop-Up in Austin, Women of Wrestling at Comic-Con, Nat Geo's Comic Con Lounge, Audible at Comic-Con, Feeding America volunteering events in Brooklyn and Los Angeles, the 75th Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards, CC Sabathia's Celebrity Softball Game, the gala performance of Back to the Future: The Musical benefiting the Michael J. Fox Foundation, CNBC x Boardroom Game Plan Summit, the premiere of Bobi Wine: The People's President, Miu Miu Summer Club Malibu, Thirteen Lune x MYTHERESA Hamptons Luncheon, Ping Pong 4 Purpose charity event hosted by Clayton and Ellen Kershaw, and the 2023 Yugo BAFTA Student Awards.