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‘Better Than the Movies’ Author Lynn Painter Spent 15 Years Chasing a Book Deal. Now She’s Prepping for Her Cinematic Universe
The bestselling YA and adult rom-com author reflects on her upcoming film adaptation starring David Iacono and Beatrice Kitsos and the "magic" casting of 'Fake Skating."
Kerry Washington to Serve as Ambassador of 2027 American Black Film Festival
The 31st annual event will move from Miami to Los Angeles for the first time next May.
Sundance Institute Reveals Doc Fund Grantees
In all, 19 filmmaker-led projects — some of which are supported by producers like Darren Aronofsky and Benjamin Bratt — got a thumbs up to receive more than $1 million in unrestricted funding.
‘Digger’ Review: Tom Cruise and Alejandro G. Iñárritu Are a Match Made in Showboating Hell in a Shallow Satire Insufferably Pleased With Itself
Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, Sandra Hüller, Michael Stuhlbarg and Jesse Plemons also star in this dark comedy about a blowhard oil tycoon facing a global catastrophe of his own making.
‘Digger’ Review: Tom Cruise Gives 110% in This Powerless, Self-Adulating Claptrap
Alejandro González Iñárritu’s smug, self-aware social commentary plays like a bad ‘SNL’ sketch with delusions of grandeur The post ‘Digger’ Review: Tom Cruise Gives 110% in This Powerless, Self-Adulating Claptrap appeared first on TheWrap.
Six Flags Magic Mountain to Permanently Close X2 Coaster After More Brain Injury Claims
Magic Mountain says it's "retiring" the popular attraction: "We believe it’s the right thing to do."
Driver Crashes Through Grocery Store During Apparent Bathroom Emergency in Texas
A motorist in Texas just couldn't hold it anymore, apparently ... allegedly using his car as a battering ram because nature called and the bathroom was locked. The Rosenberg Police Department -- which operates in a suburb southwest of Houston --…
New Found Glory Honors Late Guitarist Chad Gilbert During EPCOT Set
New Found Glory returned to the stage for the first time since guitarist and founding member Chad Gilbert's death ... and the band made sure he was still very much part of the show. The group performed Monday at EPCOT, with lead singer Jordan…
Jenna Johnson on Her Rich ‘DWTS’ Legacy and How Season 35 Could Become Her “Dream Come True”
The two-time mirrorball champion reflects on her prolific 'DWTS' tenure and the other projects she'd like to take on. Plus, she dishes on what exactly Pasha Pashkov said to her during that internet-breaking Viral Hits Night moment: "That's the tea."
Bruce Willis' Daughter Shares New Photo Amid His Dementia Battle
Bruce Willis shared a loving moment with his daughter, Tallulah Willis, in a new snap she shared to social media ... a rare glimpse of the actor amid his ongoing health battle. Tallulah shared the pic Monday on Instagram ... Bruce is sitting in a…
Alleged Cornell Gang Rape: Mayor of Ithaca Condemns University
The Mayor of Ithaca, New York, isn't happy with Cornell University's handling of the alleged fraternity gang rape ... and current students are paying the price. Mayor Robert G. Cantelmo released a statement on Monday ... saying he became aware of…
Jimmy Kimmel Asks Zohran Mamdani How to Get on Trump’s Good Side: ‘Can You Help Me?’
"The president and I have many disagreements," the New York City mayor notes The post Jimmy Kimmel Asks Zohran Mamdani How to Get on Trump’s Good Side: ‘Can You Help Me?’ appeared first on TheWrap.
Presley Gerber's Last Girlfriend Shares Emotional Tribute After His Death
Presley Gerber's last girlfriend is remembering their final months together ... sharing selfies and love notes in a touching tribute after his death. Charlie Manley posted a carousel Monday night with several selfies of the couple, a handwritten…
‘Showgirls’: The Gratuitous, Surreal Bomb That Was Maybe Brilliant
The reception to Paul Verhoeven’s lurid 1995 melodrama starring Elizabeth Berkley, Kyle MacLachlan and Gina Gershon was humiliating, but it’s since become a thought-provoking camp favorite.
Former NBA Champion J.R. Smith Arrested for Assault in Texas
Former NBA star and two-time champion J.R. Smith was arrested Tuesday in Texas on a family violence charge. According to Hunt County jail records, Smith was booked on a charge of assault causing bodily injury family violence. Smith remains in the…
How Phoebe Bridgers’s Phone Ban Changes the Concert Experience
Phoebe Bridgers banned phones from her tour, forcing — or allowing — fans to be fully present in the moment.
Hachette Book Group Names New C.E.O.
Ben Sevier, who has led the publishing house’s Grand Central division since 2017, will succeed chief executive David Shelley in January.
Producers of ‘Project Hail Mary,’ ‘The Invite,’ ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day,’ ‘Paper Tiger,’ ‘Josephine’ and More Join TheGrill
Susan Sprung, David Permut, Rachel O’Connor and Rodrigo Teixeira come together from very different corners of the movie business The post Producers of ‘Project Hail Mary,’ ‘The Invite,’ ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day,’ ‘Paper Tiger,’ ‘Josephine’ and More Join TheGrill appeared first on TheWrap.
Mariska Hargitay Slams Cornell Frat Bros Who Allegedly Gang Raped Woman
Mariska Hargitay may play a cop on TV ... but she's not standing by the "innocent until proven guilty" principle here -- jumping on social media to bash the alleged Cornell gang rapists. The "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" star reposted a…
‘The Love Hypothesis’ Author Ali Hazelwood to Release Book Sequel, MRC Developing Film for Amazon MGM
The "movie and its cast made me fall for Adam and Olive all over again,“ the author shared on social media while also teasing, “MRC is developing a film based on the 'The Two-Body Problem.'"
Florence Pugh Reveals a Tom Holland Red Carpet Moment Is the Reason She’s in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
"Thank you, Tom!" the actress says The post Florence Pugh Reveals a Tom Holland Red Carpet Moment Is the Reason She’s in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ appeared first on TheWrap.
How a Microdramas Director Landed Her First Feature Film Gig
Kristen Brancaccio has been announced as the helmer of Graviteur Studios’ ‘Crush Party,’ which is eyeing a theatrical release. She explains how her YouTube and verticals background prepared her for this moment.
'Saved By The Bell' Dennis Haskins Quietly Battled Parkinson's Disease Before Death
"Saved By The Bell" star Dennis Haskins was battling Parkinson's disease for years before his death ... and he tried to keep it all a secret, TMZ has learned. Dennis' ex-wife, Sarah Quinones, tells TMZ ... the actor -- who famously played Principal…
'American Idol' Alum Caleb Flynn's Murder Trial: Closing Arguments Begin, Watch Live
Former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn is entering the home stretch of his murder trial ... it's time for closing arguments ... and TMZ is streaming live. Both sides rested their cases Monday ... prosecutors called 40 witnesses. Flynn did…
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Directors Tease Hulk Return, Say More Secret Characters Coming
The 'Doomsday' directors tease the Hulk and other unannounced characters coming to 'Doomsday.'
Kyle MacLachlan, Star of David Lynch’s ‘Dune,’ Was the Only One on Set Who Knew What ‘Dune’ Was About
In an exclusive excerpt from his new memoir, MacLachlan recalls the sweat, tears and toxic smoke on the set of the sci-fi epic (his first film, which turned out to be an epic bomb) and realizing that the team had failed to ask the most basic questions about Frank Herbert's classic novel.
DDA Talent and WPA Rebrand Together as Ascent Creatives International
Dattner Dispoto and Associates and Worldwide Production Agency combined their talent and production agencies into one single entity for below-the-line creatives in June The post DDA Talent and WPA Rebrand Together as Ascent Creatives International appeared first on TheWrap.
Paramount+ Picks Up US Rights for 3 British Series From A24
Viral hit "It Gets Worse," "Major Players" and "The Ministry of Time" join the streamer's lineup The post Paramount+ Picks Up US Rights for 3 British Series From A24 appeared first on TheWrap.
'Good Morning America' Will Reeve Diagnosed With Testicular Cancer
Good Morning America's Will Reeve announced he is now cancer-free after discovering earlier this year that he had testicular cancer. The morning show host told People that he was diagnosed this past spring ... and it then spread to the lymph nodes…
Alleged Cornell Gang Rape Victim Told Accused Frat Bro Sex Wasn't Illegal, He Apologized
The woman who claims she was drugged and gang-raped by seven Cornell students inside a frat house texted with one of the men she named in her lawsuit two days after the alleged encounter ... he apologized, and she told him the "sexual stuff" wasn't…
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