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entertainment1 month ago•18 min saved

Court Dismisses Most Fraud Claims in Rebel Wilson’s The Deb Lawsuit, Moves Case to Discovery

A Los Angeles judge dismissed six of Rebel Wilson’s fraud claims against The Deb producers for lack of specific details, while allowing discovery to continue into anonymous websites allegedly targeting producer Amanda Ghost. The ruling marks a major setback for Wilson as the defamation/financial dispute over the film proceeds, with remaining claims and ongoing investigations into conduct and misrepresentations potentially shaping future claims.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#amanda-ghost #defamation #entertainment

legal4 months ago•3 min saved

Rebel Wilson Accused of Harassment and Smear Campaigns in Court

Rebel Wilson is accused of using US court proceedings to harass and intimidate Charlotte MacInnes, the lead actor of her film The Deb, amid ongoing legal battles involving contract disputes, defamation, and allegations of misconduct, with courts in Australia and the US involved in various legal actions.

via The Guardian|

#court-proceedings #defamation #harassment

business5 months ago•3 min saved

Legal Battle Erupts Over 'The Deb' Following 'It Ends With Us' Discovery

A legal dispute has emerged involving Rebel Wilson, who is accused of orchestrating a smear campaign against producer Amanda Ghost related to the film 'The Deb.' Ghost filed a defamation lawsuit claiming Wilson and her publicist spread false and damaging information, including allegations of sex trafficking, as part of a broader legal battle over the film and related accusations of harassment and interference.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#business #defamation-lawsuit #legal-battle

entertainment5 months ago•4 min saved

Link Between Blake Lively Smear Campaign and Rebel Wilson’s Legal Fight Uncovered

The article explores allegations that smear campaigns against Blake Lively and Rebel Wilson's film 'The Deb' are interconnected, with Wilson accused of using PR tactics to damage her business rivals, including film producer Amanda Ghost. Legal filings suggest a coordinated effort involving anonymous websites and PR professionals, with potential links to the Lively-Baldoni case, highlighting a broader issue of manipulative PR tactics in Hollywood.

via Variety|

#blake-lively #entertainment #lawsuit

entertainment8 months ago•4 min saved

Rebel Wilson Discusses 'Bride Hard' Stunt Work and 'Pitch Perfect 4' Wedding Plans

Rebel Wilson discusses her role in 'Bride Hard,' training with stunt coordinators who worked on 'Batman,' and her hopes for a 'Pitch Perfect 4' wedding scene, highlighting her action preparation and her friendship with co-star Anna Camp.

via Variety|

#action-comedy #bride-hard #entertainment

entertainment8 months ago•0 min saved

‘Bride Hard’ Review: Rebel Wilson’s Action Comedy Fails to Impress

‘Bride Hard’ is a poorly executed action-comedy starring Rebel Wilson and Anna Camp, directed by Simon West, which wastes its ‘Pitch Perfect’ reunion with heavy product placement and a lack of coherence.

via IndieWire|

#action-comedy #anna-camp #bride-hard

entertainment8 months ago•3 min saved

Bride Hard: Rebel Wilson's Wedding Action Comedy Review

'Bride Hard' is a poorly executed attempt to blend bridesmaid comedy with action thriller, starring Rebel Wilson, but it falls flat with vulgar jokes, implausible plot, and shoddy filmmaking, earning a one-star review.

via The Washington Post|

#action-comedy #bride-hard #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Actor Claims Rebel Wilson Fabricated Assault Allegation

Australian actor Charlotte MacInnes has filed documents in a Los Angeles court alleging that Rebel Wilson fabricated sexual assault accusations against her and bullied her on the set of the film 'The Deb.' Wilson, who directed the film, is being sued for defamation by the film's producers, who claim she made false allegations of sexual misconduct and embezzlement. Wilson is countersuing, citing California's anti-SLAPP laws to protect her freedom of speech. The legal dispute, which includes issues over writing credits, is set to be heard in court on November 21.

via The Guardian|

#defamation #entertainment #film-industry

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Ben Stiller's 'Nutcrackers' to Open TIFF 2024

Rebel Wilson's directorial debut, The Deb, will close the Toronto Film Festival on September 15 despite her claims of being blocked by executive producers due to reported misconduct. Meanwhile, David Gordon Green's Nutcrackers, starring Ben Stiller, will open the festival on September 5. The controversy has led to a defamation lawsuit against Wilson by the producers.

via Deadline|

#ben-stiller #entertainment #nutcrackers

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

"Ben Stiller's 'Nutcrackers' to Premiere at Toronto Film Festival"

Ben Stiller's new comedy "Nutcrackers," directed by David Gordon Green, will open the 2024 Toronto Film Festival on September 5. This marks Stiller's first starring role since 2017. The film follows a workaholic who must care for his four nephews after their parents' death. The festival will close with Rebel Wilson's directorial debut, "The Deb." The 49th edition of TIFF will run from September 5-10, featuring a star-studded lineup including films by Ron Howard, Anderson .Paak, and more.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#ben-stiller #entertainment #film-premiere

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Ben Stiller's 'Nutcrackers' to Open, Rebel Wilson's 'The Deb' to Close TIFF 2024

The Toronto International Film Festival will open with Ben Stiller's "Nutcrackers" and close with Rebel Wilson's directorial debut "The Deb." Wilson is currently involved in a legal dispute with producers over the film, accusing them of embezzlement and sabotage, while they claim she is making unreasonable demands. The festival runs from September 5-15 and will feature a variety of films, including works by Ron Howard and Marielle Heller.

via Variety|

#ben-stiller #entertainment #nutcrackers

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Rebel Wilson Denounces Idea That Only Gay Actors Should Play Gay Roles

Rebel Wilson weighed in on the debate over whether straight actors should play gay characters, arguing that actors should be able to play any role regardless of their own sexuality. Her comments add to the ongoing controversy, with some advocating for authenticity in casting LGBTQ+ roles and others supporting the idea that acting is about portraying different people.

via HuffPost|

#acting-roles #entertainment #hollywood-debate

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Rebel Wilson Calls Limiting Gay Roles to Gay Actors 'Total Nonsense'

Rebel Wilson criticized the notion that only gay actors should play gay roles, calling it "total nonsense" in a BBC Radio 4 interview. She emphasized that actors should be free to play any role and discussed the evolving standards in comedy. Wilson also shared her personal coming-out experience and addressed the controversy surrounding her memoir, "Rebel Rising," which included redacted allegations against Sacha Baron Cohen.

via Variety|

#acting #comedy #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Rebel Wilson Dismisses Notion That Only Gay Actors Should Play Gay Roles

Rebel Wilson criticized the notion that only gay actors should play gay roles, calling it "total nonsense" and advocating for actors to play any role they want. She also discussed the challenges of making jokes about sensitive topics and recounted her negative experience working with Sacha Baron Cohen on the film Grimsby, which she described as her "worst professional experience."

via Deadline|

#acting-representation #comedy #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Rebel Wilson: Limiting Gay Roles to Gay Actors Is 'Total Nonsense'

Rebel Wilson argues that casting should not be determined by an actor's sexual orientation, stating that straight actors should be allowed to play gay characters and vice versa. She believes the best person should get the role, regardless of their personal sexuality.

via TMZ|

#entertainment #lgbt #movies