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entertainment1 year ago

"Dan Lin to Take Over as Netflix Film Chief, Replacing Scott Stuber"

Dan Lin, known for producing the Lego movies and the live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender, is set to replace Scott Stuber as the head of film for Netflix. Lin's appointment comes after Stuber announced his departure in January. Lin's ties to Netflix include producing films like Death Note and The Two Popes, as well as the successful adaptation of The Last Airbender. He will depart from his production company, Rideback, to take on the new role at Netflix, which is reportedly scaling back budgets and the number of original movies.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#dan-lin#entertainment#film-industry
entertainment2 years ago

"Netflix Film Chief Scott Stuber Departs to Launch New Venture"

Netflix's film chief Scott Stuber is leaving the company to start a new production company focusing on TV shows and movies. He will stay at Netflix until mid-March, after which chief content officer Bela Bajaria will find his replacement. Stuber, who joined Netflix in 2017, oversaw the acquisition and production of popular movies and lured top directorial talent. His departure has been rumored for some time, and he expressed an interest in focusing on quality over quantity in recent years.

via Variety|
#entertainment#film-industry#netflix
entertainment2 years ago

"Tom Cruise Forges Strategic Movie Partnership with Warner Bros."

Tom Cruise has formed a new strategic partnership with Warner Bros, where he will develop and produce original and franchise theatrical titles to star in, marking his return to the studio after several years. This non-exclusive deal allows Cruise to continue working with other studios, and no specific projects have been announced yet. Warner Bros executives expressed excitement about the collaboration, while Cruise praised the studio's commitment to movies and the theatrical experience. This partnership follows Cruise's recent box office successes with films like Top Gun: Maverick and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning.

via Deadline|
#entertainment#movie-partnership#production-company
entertainment2 years ago

Halle Berry and Angelina Jolie's Supernatural Love Story and Bonding Over Exes

Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry discussed how launching her own production company, HalleHolly, has empowered her to create the stories she has always wanted to make, including a supernatural love story involving time travel and the future. Berry expressed her frustration with the challenges she has faced as a woman of color in the industry and her desire to bring more diversity and representation to her projects. She also mentioned her upcoming collaboration with Angelina Jolie on the action-comedy film Maude v Maude, where they aim to tell stories from a female perspective.

via Deadline|
#entertainment#female-protagonists#halle-berry
entertainment2 years ago

Meghan McCain's New Production Company and Podcast: No Trump, No View, No Problem

Meghan McCain, former co-host of "The View," has launched her own production company called Citizen Cain Productions, which aims to produce podcasts, scripted and unscripted content, and documentaries that highlight untold female perspectives. McCain's first project will be her own podcast, "Meghan McCain Has Entered the Chat," which will blend hard news, politics, and entertainment. While she plans to invite guests with differing views, she wants to create a respectful and collaborative environment. McCain also expresses her dislike for former President Donald Trump and does not plan to invite him as a guest on her podcast. She believes the Republican party is fractured and predicts a Trump versus Biden rematch in the 2024 election, which she believes will result in low voter turnout and be detrimental to the country.

via Variety|
#american-stories#entertainment#female-led-stories
entertainment2 years ago

Contestant Alleges Sexual Assault on Set of 'Love Is Blind'

A Love Is Blind contestant from Season Five has filed a lawsuit alleging that she was sexually assaulted by her former fiancé on set. The lawsuit claims that the assault occurred during the filming of the Mexico vacation portion of the show and that the production crew was aware of the incident. The contestant reported the assault to the production companies, but alleges that they attempted to downplay and dismiss her concerns. The production companies deny the allegations and state that the contestant continued participating in the show after the alleged incident. This lawsuit comes after previous allegations of poor working conditions and mistreatment by former Love Is Blind contestants.

via Rolling Stone|
#entertainment#lawsuit#love-is-blind
entertainment2 years ago

Colton Underwood's Production Company Tackles Mental Health and Reality Dating

Colton Underwood, the former star of "The Bachelor" who came out as gay, has launched his own production company called As Best Friends Productions with his husband. The company currently has three projects in active development, including a feature documentary and two unscripted projects. Underwood aims to create meaningful content that sparks conversations, particularly targeting issues facing the LGBTQ+ community and the athletic community. He also plans to produce a documentary about college athletes and mental health. Underwood wants to use his platform to make a difference and advocate for change in these areas.

via Variety|
#colton-underwood#entertainment#lgbtq
entertainment2 years ago

Bryan Cranston Sets the Record Straight on Retirement Plans.

Bryan Cranston plans to retire from acting in 2026, shut down his production company, and sell his half of Dos Hombres to do other things and spend more time with his wife. Cranston wants to change the paradigm and level out the unevenness in his and his wife's lives. He will next appear in Wes Anderson’s film Asteroid City, Matthew Vaughn’s spy action thriller Aryglle, and Jon S. Baird’s upcoming drama Everything’s Going to Be Great.

via ComingSoon.net|
#acting#bryan-cranston#dos-hombres
entertainment2 years ago

Bryan Cranston Plans Acting Break to Focus on Marriage

Bryan Cranston plans to retire temporarily from acting in 2026 and shut down his production company to spend at least six months in France with his wife. He wants to level out their uneven life and have new experiences, such as learning French and cooking French cuisine. Cranston is currently working on several projects, including a Wes Anderson film and a potential "Malcolm in the Middle" reunion. He's also trying to produce a musical before his hiatus.

via Variety|
#bryan-cranston#entertainment#france
entertainment2 years ago

Melissa McCarthy's Reveals Toxic Work Environment That Made Her Physically Ill

Actress Melissa McCarthy revealed in a new interview that she once worked on a "volatile, hostile set" that made her "physically ill." McCarthy did not name the individual causing the toxic work environment or whether the project was a movie or TV show. However, she further alleged that she was able to be "manipulated" by this unnamed person because they would fire people she "loved" to keep her "quiet." McCarthy and her husband, Ben Falcone, run a production company, On the Day Productions, and she told the Guardian they do a "crazy check" in order to see if a new hire is "nice."

via Page Six|
#entertainment#hollywood#melissa-mccarthy
entertainment2 years ago

Melissa McCarthy's Experience on a "Volatile, Hostile" Set Made Her "Physically Ill"

Melissa McCarthy has opened up about a "volatile, hostile" work environment that made her "physically ill" on an unnamed film set. Although she initially remained quiet, McCarthy eventually called out the hostile work conditions and has since used her experience to run her own production company with a focus on creating a positive workplace culture.

via Deadline|
#entertainment#hollywood#hostile-work-environment
entertainment2 years ago

Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth's Divorce: Assets Divided Years Before Split

Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth reportedly began dividing their assets for several years before announcing their divorce. The couple has sold several homes, including a farmhouse in Malibu, an English Country-style manor in Los Angeles, and a mansion in Nashville. Reese sold a large portion of her production company, Hello Sunshine, for $900 million in 2021, but still retains an interest in the company and continues to work as a producer on several projects. The couple's biggest priority is their son and family as they navigate this next chapter. Reese and Kacey Musgraves are executive producers on the new singing competition show, My Kind of Country.

via Daily Mail|
#assets#divorce#entertainment