The Native American Media Alliance announced today they have selected six fellows for the 5th Annual Native American Feature Film Writers Lab , a talent development program that boosts the careers of Native American writers. In partnership with Comcast NBCUniversal, A+E Networks, Cherokee Nation Film Office, and A+E Networks, the Native American Feature Film Writers Lab is an annual program for talented and aspiring screenwriters. Over the course of 10 weeks, chosen fellows develop a new screenplay, meet with partner industry organizations and receive creative guidance on their scripts from literary professionals. “The incredible success stories from our many fellows of this lab is a true testament to the genuine work behind our programs,” Ian Skorodin, Director of Strategy for the Native American Media Alliance announced. “It’s an incredible inspiration to see our fellows working, writing and providing the authentic voice of Native America at every major studio, … [Read more...] about Fellows Selected For The 5th Annual Native American Feature Film Writers Lab
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Michael Shannon, Boyd Holbrook and Damon Herriman Latest To Join Jeff Nichols ‘The Bikeriders’ At New Regency
EXCLUSIVE: The ensemble for Jeff Nichols next feature film is continuing to grow as sources tell Deadline Michael Shannon , Boyd Holbrook and Damon Herriman have joined The Bikeriders at New Regency. Austin Butler, Jodie Comer and Tom Hardy are already on board. Nichols will direct the pic, which is a fictional story inspired by the photography of Danny Lyon and his 1967 book The Bikeriders . Sarah Green and Brian Kavanaugh-Jones are producing through Tri-State, the company they share with Nichols, alongside New Regency. Fred Berger is executive producing. The film is an original story set in the 1960s following the rise of a fictional Midwestern motorcycle club. Seen through the lives of its members, the club evolves over the course of a decade from a gathering place for local outsiders into a more sinister gang, threatening the original group’s unique way of life. Shannon and Nichols are thick as thieves going back to Nichols breakout film Take Shelter, … [Read more...] about Michael Shannon, Boyd Holbrook and Damon Herriman Latest To Join Jeff Nichols ‘The Bikeriders’ At New Regency
Cannes & TIFF 2022 Drama ‘The Worst Ones’ Gets North American Deal
EXCLUSIVE : Kino Lorber has acquired all rights in U.S. and anglophone Canada to Lise Akoka and Romane Gueret’s drama The Worst Ones , which was awarded the top prize in Cannes ’ Un Certain Regard section and will make its North American premiere at TIFF . Set in the suburbs of Boulogne-Sur-Mer in northern France, the feature captures a film within a film as it follows the production of a movie whose director turns to the local housing project for casting. Eager to capture performances of gritty authenticity, the director selects four working class teenagers to act in the film to the surprise and consternation of the local community, who question the director’s choice of “the worst ones”. As the director and crew audition, rehearse, film, and interact with their hand-picked cast, jealousies are stoked, lines are crossed, and ethical questions arise. Written by Akoka, Gueret, and Eleonore Gurrey, pic is produced by Marine Alaric and Frédéric Jouve for Les Films … [Read more...] about Cannes & TIFF 2022 Drama ‘The Worst Ones’ Gets North American Deal
Vijay Varma Reveals SRK Was Interested In Playing Hamza, Calls Darlings An Antithesis Of Kabir Singh
Vijay Varma is currently on cloud nine. The actor has been receiving praises from every nook and corner for his portrayal of Hamza in the recently released Netflix film Darlings. In his latest interview with an entertainment portal, the actor admitted that he was initially scared to take up the role but, here's what convinced him to give it a shot. The Gully Boy actor told Film Companion, "I remember somebody had told me that when Shah Rukh read the script, he said, 'Agar main young hota toh main hi karta (If I was younger, I would've done this role)', which was interesting for me to hear. That was also one of the reasons I felt that I could do this role, if Shah Rukh Khan thinks that he can do this role, being an absolute lover-boy and a sweetheart. Vijay said that he was scared to take up a role like this, but I am very glad that it hit the nail on the head. Further, the She actor also compared his character Hamza to Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh. He called … [Read more...] about Vijay Varma Reveals SRK Was Interested In Playing Hamza, Calls Darlings An Antithesis Of Kabir Singh
TIFF Short Cuts Lineup Counts 39 Titles Including The Alfonso Cuaron Produced ‘Le Pupille’
TIFF announced its Short Cuts section today comprised of 39 live-action narrative, documentary, and animated short films from directors repping 18 countries. Further broken down, the section includes 21 World Premieres and 15 North American Premieres presented in 20 different languages from countries such as Portugal, China, Colombia, Mongolia, Kenya, Ukraine, US, UK, and Canada. “We’re thrilled to be returning with one of our strongest ever selections of short films by directors from all over the world,” says Jason Anderson, International Programmer for Short Cuts. “We’re always amazed by the breadth, depth, and diversity of the talents working in short-form cinema, whether they’re filmmakers who we’ve already had the privilege of presenting at TIFF or emerging storytellers who we can’t wait to introduce to our audiences. And however different these new works may be, what they share is an incredible sense of clarity and economy – these are films that don’t waste a second no … [Read more...] about TIFF Short Cuts Lineup Counts 39 Titles Including The Alfonso Cuaron Produced ‘Le Pupille’
Camila Morrone and Willem Dafoe To Star In Adaptation of ‘Gonzo Girl’ Directed By Patricia Arquette
EXCLUSIVE: Patricia Arquette is set to make her feature directorial debut with Rh Negative Entertainment and Catch & Release Films’ adaptation of Gonzo Girl , starring Camila Morrone , Willem Dafoe and Arquette. The film is based on the acclaimed same-name novel by Cheryl Della Pietra and will be adapted by Rebecca Thomas and Jessica Caldwell. Tom Heller is producing through Rh Negative Entertainment as is Frank Hall Green through Catch & Release Films, Cameron O’Reilly through Bayard Productions and Arquette. Heller and Green have been the driving force on pushing this through with production is set to begin this week in Utah. The novel is set in 1992, and follows an aspiring writer Alley Russo (Morrone) has an exciting new job, as the assistant to legendary “gonzo journalist” Walker Reade (Dafoe), living in his compound / party house in Aspen. Under orders to help the famously chaotic Walker settle down to work on his long-promised latest blur of fact … [Read more...] about Camila Morrone and Willem Dafoe To Star In Adaptation of ‘Gonzo Girl’ Directed By Patricia Arquette
‘Gonzo Girl’: Ray Nicholson, Elizabeth Lail, Leila George & Rick Springfield Join Patricia Arquette’s First Feature
EXCLUSIVE : Ray Nicholson ( Licorice Pizza ), Elizabeth Lail ( Mack & Rita ), Leila George ( Animal Kingdom ) and Grammy winner Rick Springfield ( Ricki and the Flash ) have signed on for roles in Oscar and Emmy winner Patricia Arquette ’s feature directorial debut, Gonzo Girl , based on the novel of the same name by Cheryl Della Pietra. The actors join an ensemble led by Camila Morrone, which also includes Willem Dafoe and Arquette, as we told you first . The film currently in production in Utah is set in 1992 and follows aspiring writer Alley Russo (Morrone), who has an exciting new job as the assistant to legendary “gonzo journalist” Walker Reade (Dafoe), living in his compound/party house in Aspen. Under orders to help the famously chaotic Walker settle down to work on his long-promised latest blur of fact and fiction, Alley soon learns the truth: a lifetime of chronic substance abuse has chipped away at Walker’s writing ability, until all he can … [Read more...] about ‘Gonzo Girl’: Ray Nicholson, Elizabeth Lail, Leila George & Rick Springfield Join Patricia Arquette’s First Feature
‘Garfield’: Ving Rhames, Nicholas Hoult, Hannah Waddingham & Cecily Strong Board Animated Feature From Alcon Entertainment
Ving Rhames ( Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One ), Nicholas Hoult ( The Menu ), Hannah Waddingham ( Ted Lasso ) and Cecily Strong ( Saturday Night Live ) have signed on to star alongside Chris Pratt and Samuel L. Jackson in Alcon Entertainment ’s animated feature adaptation of Garfield . The film from director Mark Dindal ( Chicken Little , Emperor’s New Groove ) is based on Jim Davis’ iconic cartoon strip of the same name, which follows a cynical and lazy orange cat of the same name and his interactions with his owner, Jon Arbuckle, along with his fellow pet, Odie. Details as to the roles the newest additions to the cast will play have not been disclosed. But David Reynolds ( Finding Nemo ) adapted the screenplay, with DNEG Animation animating and producing the film alongside Alcon Entertainment. John Cohen ( Despicable Me , Angry Birds ) and Steven P. Wegner are producing alongside Alcon co-founders and co-CEOs Broderick … [Read more...] about ‘Garfield’: Ving Rhames, Nicholas Hoult, Hannah Waddingham & Cecily Strong Board Animated Feature From Alcon Entertainment
బర్త్ డే స్పెషల్: గోపీచంద్ ‘చాణక్య’ ఫస్ట్లుక్ అదిరిపోయిందిగా
For Quick Alerts Subscribe Now సీతారామం సినిమాను రిజెక్ట్ చేసిన టాలెంటెడ్ హీరోలు.. కారణం ఏమిటంటే? View Sample For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts Must Watch హోమ్ లేటేస్ట్ న్యూస్ Whats New | Published: Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 18:19 [IST] తెలుగు నటుడు గోపీచంద్ త్వరలో 'చాణక్య' మూవీ ద్వారా ప్రేక్షకుల ముందుకు రాబోతున్నాడు. ఇటీవలే ఈ చిత్రానికి సంబంధించి టైటిల్ ప్రకటించగా నేడు (జూన్ 12) హీరో పుట్టినరోజు సందర్భంగా చిత్ర బృందం ఫస్ట్ లుక్ పోస్టర్ విడుదల చేసింది. భారీగా గడ్డం పెంచేసిన సీరియస్ లుక్లో గోపీచంద్ దర్శనమిచ్చారు. ఎ.కె.ఎంటర్టైన్మెంట్స్ బ్యానర్పై రామబ్రహ్మం సుంకర ఈ చిత్రాన్ని నిర్మిస్తున్నారు. స్పై థ్రిల్లర్ కాన్సెప్టుతో రూపొందుతున్నట్లు ఈ చిత్రానికి తమిళ డైరెక్టర్ తిరు దర్శకత్వం వహిస్తున్నారు. గోపీచంద్ సరసన మెహ్రీన్ హీరోయిన్గా నటిస్తోంది. దర్శకుడు తిరు.. గోపీచంద్ను సరికొత్త పంథాలో చూపిస్తూ ఈ చిత్రాన్ని తెరకెక్కిస్తున్నా … [Read more...] about బర్త్ డే స్పెషల్: గోపీచంద్ ‘చాణక్య’ ఫస్ట్లుక్ అదిరిపోయిందిగా
గోపీచంద్ హీరోగా స్పై థ్రిల్లర్… టైటిల్ ఫిక్స్ అయింది!
For Quick Alerts Subscribe Now సీతారామం సినిమాను రిజెక్ట్ చేసిన టాలెంటెడ్ హీరోలు.. కారణం ఏమిటంటే? View Sample For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts Must Watch హోమ్ లేటేస్ట్ న్యూస్ Whats New | Published: Sunday, June 9, 2019, 13:10 [IST] గోపీచంద్ హీరోగా ఎ.కె.ఎంటర్టైన్మెంట్స్ బ్యానర్పై తిరు దర్శకత్వంలో రామబ్రహ్మం సుంకర నిర్మిస్తున్న చిత్రానికి టైటిల్ ఖరారైంది. చాణక్య అనే పేరుతో తెరకెక్కుతున్న ఈ చిత్రం స్పై థ్రిల్లర్ కాన్సెప్టుతో రూపొందుతున్నట్లు చిత్ర బృందం ప్రకటించింది. ఈ సినిమాకు సంబంధించిన టైటిల్ లోగోను ఆదివారం దర్శక నిర్మాతలు విడుదల చేశారు. దర్శకుడు తిరు.. గోపీచంద్ను సరికొత్త పంథాలో చూపిస్తూ తెరకెక్కించిన చిత్రమిది. మెహరీన్ హీరోయిన్గా నటిస్తున్న ఈ మూవీలో బాలీవుడ్ బ్యూటీ జరీనా ఖాన్ కీలక పాత్రలో నటిస్తున్నారు. 50 శాతానికి పైగా చిత్రీకరణను పూర్తి చేసుకున్న ఈ చిత్రం ప్రస్తుత షెడ్యూల్ హైదరాబాద్లో జరుగుతుంది. … [Read more...] about గోపీచంద్ హీరోగా స్పై థ్రిల్లర్… టైటిల్ ఫిక్స్ అయింది!