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Apple TV+ is close to a series order for dramedy Government Cheese , starring and executive produced by David Oyelowo . In addition to Oyelowo, the project hails from creators Paul Hunter and Aeysha Carr ( Midnight Run, Brooklyn Nine-Nine ), Macro Television Studios and Apple Studios. Written and executive produced by Hunter, who also directs, and Carr, Government Cheese follows Hampton Chambers, played by Oyelowo, a man recently released from prison who struggles to keep his criminal past at bay and win back his family, all while processing moments of divine intervention that seem to happen with increasing frequency. Charles D. King, Marta Fernandez, Jelani Johnson and Ahmadou Seck executive produce for Macro Television Studios. Oyelowo will executive produce through his Yoruba Saxon banner. Ali Brown will serve as co-executive producer alongside Hunter through Ventureland. Oyelowo will next be seen on the big screen in the film See How They Run, a … [Read more...] about David Oyelowo-Led Dramedy ‘Government Cheese’ Nears Series Order At Apple TV+

Extreme, hilarious chaos is what’s to be expected from Nicolas Heller’s upcoming short Out of Order . Does the director’s name not ring a bell? Try New York Nico, the self-proclaimed “unofficial talent scout of New York City ,” who has used Instagram — where he boasts more than 908,000 followers — to capture the city’s kookiest, funniest people on the street. Nico’s new film captures exactly that — but this time follows a 30-year-old, played by Kareem Rahma, who just really needs to poop before a big date. (The movie’s title, Out of Order , pays homage to the famous excuse for folks not letting you use their toilet.) The trailer offers a one-minute glimpse, backed by the soundtrack of Frank Sinatra’s “New York New York,” of the bowel-moved protagonist as he runs across the city trying to find a restroom as he encounters dozens of NYC’s kookiest individuals. Gorilla Nems, the originator of “bing bong,” makes an appearance. Tiger Hood, the Tiger Woods of the streets, joins … [Read more...] about New York Nico’s Directorial Debut Is Exactly What You’d Picture: Funny Ass Chaos

The cast of Reality Bites reunited Saturday at the Tribeca Film Festival to celebrate the film’s 25th anniversary . As the end credits rolled during the special screening, Lisa Loeb made a surprise appearance to sing her “Stay (I Missed You),” the hit single from the Reality Bites soundtrack. Loeb tweeted of the unexpected performance, “So much fun surprising everyone at the #TribecaFilmFestival 25th anniversary celebration of #RealityBites ! The crowd seemed to unite in an ‘ooooohaaaaah.’ Pretty cool singalong!” Tribeca’s 25th anniversary screening of Reality Bites reunited stars Winona Ryder, Ethan Hawke, Jeanane Garofalo and Ben Stiller, who also directed the 1994 Gen-X classic. “It’s emotional for me, to hear the movie with an audience, to hear your reactions, to feel it together and to still be here 25 years later,” Stiller said during a Q&A that followed the anniversary screening. Loeb was Hawke’s neighbor in New York when the actor was working on … [Read more...] about See Lisa Loeb Perform ‘Stay’ at Tribeca’s ‘Reality Bites’ Reunion

Cannes Directors’ Fortnight has appointed former arthouse sales agent Julien Rejl as its new delegate general and tweaked its French name in a move to usher in a new era of inclusivity for the 60-year-old parallel sidebar. Rejl replaces outgoing Directors’ Fortnight head Paolo Moretti who took up the role in September 2018, succeeding Edouard Waintrop who oversaw the section from 2012-2018. France’s Directors’ Guild, or Société des Réalisateurs de Films (SRF), the body which oversees the sidebar, said his appointment had been voted on during a general assembly on June 25. “His absolute passion, which is communicative, constructive and pluralist is what arthouse filmmakers will need in the years to come,” it said in a statement. It added that the organisation had also voted to change its French name to La Quinzaine des Cinéastes, from its previous name of La Quinzaine des Réalisateurs at the meeting. This move makes its banner title more gender-inclusive because the … [Read more...] about Cannes Directors’ Fortnight Appoints New Delegate General, Changes Name In Bid To Be More Inclusive

Harvey and Bob Weinstein have signed deals to re-up at the Weinstein Co. for another three years, despite lying about this to Deadline for the past several days. This was hardly a state secret; Bob Weinstein told Deadline that he and his brother were nearing re-up deals when they got COO David Glasser to change his mind about leaving, after he’d tendered his resignation to the board. By signing new contracts, the Weinsteins can put an end to that speculation and make clear their commitment to the company they launched a decade ago. Now, the big question is whether this means the board will free up the necessary infusion of money to spend on film and TV slates to move forward, and if this halts the exodus of staff and rumors of cash woes that has dogged the company in recent months. It might also revive discussions to sell off a TV production division that has hits and no debt, after a big sale to ITV fell apart. The prospect of that still seems viable at either ITV or Fremantle (or … [Read more...] about Harvey And Bob Weinstein Re-Up At The Weinstein Co. For Three More Years

Mary Mara , a character actor known for her work on Nash Bridges, ER, Law & Order: SVU, Nip/Tuck\ and dozens of other TV shows and films, drowned Sunday in the St. Lawrence River in Cape Vincent, NY, according to New York State Police. She was 61. A State Police press release says Mara was found in the river Sunday morning by troopers and Cape Vincent Fire and Ambulance following a report of a possible drowning. A preliminary investigation indicates she drowned while swimming in the river. Police said there was no indication of foul play and that an autopsy will be conducted to determine an official cause of death. The investigation is continuing. Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2022: Photo Gallery A family spokesperson said Mara was staying at the summer home of her sister, Martha Mara, of Syracuse. The property fronts the river outside the Village of Cape Vincent, in the Thousand Islands region, where the St. Lawrence separates Canada and the U.S. … [Read more...] about Mary Mara Dies In Apparent Drowning: ‘Nash Bridges’, ‘ER’, ‘Law & Order: SVU’ Actor Was 61

It’s almost impossible to believe a feature film could be shooting in Ukraine but cameras are rolling on what’s understood to be the first movie shot in the war-torn country since Russia invaded. Mamas Production is working up The Day I Met Spiderman , which is billed as a joint project of the Organization of Ukrainian Producers (OUP) and AMO Pictures. It tells a story of a volunteer who discovers supernatural powers within her and saves the future of a boy from Bucha. The OUP was established in March and comprises seven experienced Ukrainian producers. It was created to makes documentaries and features about the premise, course and consequences of Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine. Production in Ukraine stopped following the invasion, with only the ingenuity of some keeping certain projects going, as Deadline has reported. However, the creators of The Day I Met Spiderman were able to piece together resources and began shooting in early May, … [Read more...] about ‘The Day I Met Spiderman’: Ukrainian Producers Unite To Shoot First Feature In Country Since Russian Invasion

Standing under a canopy of trees at the center of Uvalde ’s town square, more than 40 mariachi musicians lifted their instruments and sang in unison one afternoon in June, their voices brawny and unwavering. The music, a swell of trumpets, violins, and guitar-like vihuelas, soared across the lush fountain park that, in the weeks after the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School , has become a memorial and gathering place for a community in mourning. Crowds of journalists and grieving loved ones huddled around as the mariachis serenaded them with classics such as Juan Gabriel’s “Amor Eterno” and Cornelio Reyna’s “Te Vas Angel Mio ,” the songs echoing down several blocks. The musicians performed while facing 21 white crosses that stand in the park to honor the 19 children and two teachers killed during the attack, playing loudest for them. Most of the musicians had arrived on a bus from San Antonio, about 85 miles to the west of Uvalde, though some drove themselves in a … [Read more...] about Mexican Classics, Corridos, and a Plaza Filled With Mariachi: The Sounds of Solidarity in Uvalde

TMZ.com Diddy had a lot to celebrate following the 2022 BET Awards, but turned his celebration into work as well -- shooting a project with Mary J. Blige and Yung Miami . TMZ Hip Hop obtained video from inside the after party -- at Diddy's L.A. mansion -- where he appeared to be directing a music video ... most likely something for his upcoming R&B album on Motown Records. You can even hear Mary singing over the smoothed-out track as Miami raps ... a fitting kick-off to the new Love Records movement. The backdrop for the shoot looks mighty familiar -- reminiscent of one Diddy used for his iconic "Mo Money, Mo Problems" music vid. At one point, Diddy told onlookers to refrain from filming as he was trying to get the set-ups correct with Miami's Quality Control manager Pierre “Pee” Thomas . Gallery Launch Gallery Kevin Mazur/Getty It wasn't all work, though -- it's a Diddy after-party, after all -- as Chris Brown, Tiffany … [Read more...] about Diddy Shoots Video with Mary J. Blige and Yung Miami at BET After-party

Longtime friends and collaborators Antonio Banderas and Andrew Lloyd Webber are joining forces under the banner of new company Amigos Para Siempre (APS), aimed at producing theatre, musicals and live entertainment shows, including some of Webber’s best-loved works, for major Spanish-speaking markets. Under the initiative, Spanish-language rights to Webber’s shows will be ceded to the new company by the UK composer’s London-based company Really Useful Group. Shows earmarked for Spanish adaptations include The Phantom of the Opera, Sunset Boulevard, Starlight Express, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Cinderella, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and School of Rock. The name of the company, which translates as “friends forever”, derives from a song Webber composed for the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, which was performed at the closing ceremony by Sarah Brightman and José Carreras. The pair announced the new initiative at a media event in the … [Read more...] about Antonio Banderas, Andrew Lloyd Webber To Bring Top Musicals And Theatre Shows To Spanish-Speaking World