Scene 2 Seen Podcast is back in business! Want to remind you all that I’ll publishing episodes all weeks before going back o my regular publishing schedule of three times a month, on Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. PT. With that said, lets get into today’s guest! You may have first recognized Naturi Naughton from the platinum-selling pop trio 3LW. When her time in the group was over, she pursued acting and has been an unstoppable force. Now she’s trying her hand at directing, as she makes her helming debut with BET Her’s short film Behind the Smile . Written by Lori Conway Ray, it focuses on a newly promoted anchorwoman who falls into a severe depression when she is forced to choose between her dream job and her vitiligo support group. On the Starz show Power , Naughton plays Tasha St. Patrick. When she finished filming the sixth and final season of the show, the character moved to the spinoff Power Book II: Ghost , which debuted … [Read more...] about Scene 2 Seen Podcast: Naturi Naughton Discusses Her Film Directing Debut, And Overcoming Personal Obstacles
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Why Mike Pence’s Praise of Joe Arpaio Shouldn’t Come as a Surprise
The White House is continuing to lean on the new tax bill as the keystone accomplishment of Trump’s presidency, and on Tuesday, Vice President Mike Pence was in Tempe, Arizona, to detail how the cuts will benefit the state’s residents. In attendance was former Maricopa County Sheriff and convicted criminal Joe Arpaio, one of the Trump administration’s most stalwart supporters – and, last August, a recipient of a presidential pardon. “I just found out when I was walking through the door that we were going to be joined by another favorite,” Pence said after taking the stage. “A tireless champion of strong borders and the rule of law who has spent a lifetime in law enforcement: Sheriff Joe Arpaio, I’m honored to have you here.” The crowd erupted. “I’m honored to have you here.” Vice President Mike Pence recognizes ex-sheriff Joe Arpaio during a tax policy event in Arizona, calling Arpaio a “tireless champion of strong borders and the rule of law.” pic.twitter.com/tzmS3sKPnN — … [Read more...] about Why Mike Pence’s Praise of Joe Arpaio Shouldn’t Come as a Surprise
TOLDJA! Weinstein Company Announces VOD Label
The Weinstein Company has confirmed Deadline’s scoop about it forming a VOD venture and naming Tom Quinn and Jason Janego to run it. The deal will certainly focus attention on the emergence of VOD as a lifeline to movies that either don’t have the commercial premise or the starpower for a wide theatrical release. Here’s the announcement from TWC: New York (September 6, 2011) – The Weinstein Company (TWC) announced today that Tom Quinn and Jason Janego have joined forces with TWC Co-Chairmen Harvey and Bob Weinstein to create a new TWC label to bring new films and other specialty entertainment to audiences simultaneously across multiple digital and traditional platforms. Quinn and Janego will serve as Co-Presidents of the yet-to-be named label, which will be based in New York. The announcement was made by TWC COO David Glasser . Quinn and Janego were among the first in the film industry to explore the potential of emerging digital platforms and were in the … [Read more...] about TOLDJA! Weinstein Company Announces VOD Label
Alief Snaps Up International Sales Rights To Australian Locarno Title ‘Petrol’
EXCLUSIVE: UK-French film company Alief has secured international sales rights to Australian filmmaker Alena Lodkina’s second feature Petrol , following its buzzy world premiere in Locarno’s Filmmakers Of The Present competition. The Melbourne-set drama, co-stars Nathalie Morris as an impressionable film student of Russian origin who falls under the thrall of an enigmatic performance artist, played by big screen newcomer Hannah Lynch. The pair move in together and their lives become more and more entwined, with Morris’s character embarking on a voyage of self-discovery played out between reality and her imagination. Morris is best known internationally for her starring role in Stan’s Australian teen pregnancy series Bump , which premieres in North America on CW Network this month and was acquired for the U.K. by the BBC. Petrol was the first Australian feature film to play in competition at Locarno since Clara Law’s Floating Life in 1996. The film is … [Read more...] about Alief Snaps Up International Sales Rights To Australian Locarno Title ‘Petrol’
Jailer: Ramya Krishnan Confirms Teaming Up With Rajinikanth For Nelson’s Film
Jailer , the highly anticipated Rajinikanth starrer is all set to go on floors soon. Earlier, it was speculated that senior actress Ramya Krishnan is sharing the screen with the superstar once again in the Nelson directorial. In a recent media interaction, Ramya confirmed that she is indeed a part of Jailer , which marks Rajinikanth's 169th outing in cinema. The Nelson project thus marks the reunion of the Padayappa duo, after a long gap of 23 years. The highly-anticipated project, which features Rajinikanth in the titular role started rolling on August 10, Wednesday and Ramya Krishnan has already kickstarted shooting for her portions. The leading man, on the other hand, will join the sets in a couple of days. Earlier, it was rumoured that Ramya Krishnan might once again play an antagonist in the Rajinikanth starrer. But, the latest reports suggest that the Padayappa actress is not playing a villain, but is appearing as the wife of the titular character, … [Read more...] about Jailer: Ramya Krishnan Confirms Teaming Up With Rajinikanth For Nelson’s Film
Raju Srivastava In Critical Condition After Suffering Heart Attack; Kept On Ventilator: Reports
Popular comedian Raju Srivastava was admitted to AIIMS Delhi after suffering a heart attack on August 10. As per the latest reports, the comedian is in critical condition and is kept on ventilator. Apparently, Raju underwent angioplasty on Wednesday and is responding to the treatment. Raju Shrivastava को जिम में आया Heart Attack; Hospital में एडमिट |FilmiBeat As per India Today sources, "Srivastava's angiography showed a 100 per cent blockage in a major vessel. He is currently on ventilator support and his condition remains critical." A source revealed to PTI that Raju had to be resuscitated thrice and was rushed to catheterisation lab and underwent angioplasty. He is currently in the coronary care unit (CCU). Raju Srivastava Suffers Heart Attack; Sunil Pal Shares An Update On Comedian's Health Sambhavna Seth Rushed To Hospital After She Falls Severely Sick Raju, who was seen two weeks ago in India's Laughter Champion , … [Read more...] about Raju Srivastava In Critical Condition After Suffering Heart Attack; Kept On Ventilator: Reports
Early James Wasn’t Made for These Times
Early James doesn’t like it when his lyrics sound too straightforward. The Alabama singer-songwriter tends to approach things obliquely, adding an air of mystery and haziness that doesn’t just spell it all out. Sometimes he even does it to his detriment. “I like to confuse myself by what I even mean,” James says. “It’s like, what do you mean by that? I’m like, ‘That’s a fun turn of phrase. Does it make sense? No, not yet.’ And then you just make it make sense.” James had to do some sense-making labor for “Real Low Down Lonesome,” a duet with roots star Sierra Ferrell that appears on his upcoming album Strange Time to Be Alive (Aug. 19). Over a dramatic, flamenco-influenced set of chords, Ferrell coos about “an awfully strange gallows trick” and James murmurs about “striking matches just for fun,” vividly illustrating the potently seductive and dangerous attraction between two people. James had written it with Ferrell and Strange Time to Be Alive ‘s producer Dan Auerbach … [Read more...] about Early James Wasn’t Made for These Times
TV Academy Announces 2022 Winners In Juried Categories; Animation, Costume, Hairstyling & More
The Television Academy announced today the Emmy winners in juried categories from Animation, Costume, Hairstyling, Makeup and Motion Design. The awards will be presented at the 2022 Creative Arts Emmy Awards , which take place at the Microsoft Theater on Sept. 3 and 4. Juried category entrants are screened by a panel of professionals in the appropriate peer groups (Animation, Costume Design, Hairstyling, Makeup and Motion Design) with the possibility of one, more than one or no entry awarded an Emmy. As a result, there are no nominees but instead, a one-step evaluation and voting procedure. Deliberations include open discussions of each entrant’s work with a thorough review of the merits of awarding the Emmy. The following juried awards will be presented during the Creative Arts ceremonies on Saturday, Sept. 3: Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation Arcane • The Boy Savior • Netflix • A Riot Games and Fortiche Production for Netflix Arcane • Happy … [Read more...] about TV Academy Announces 2022 Winners In Juried Categories; Animation, Costume, Hairstyling & More
Oscars: Korea Submits Park Chan-wook’s ‘Decision To Leave’ For International Feature Race
Park Chan-wook ’s crime drama Decision To Leave has been selected by South Korea to represent the country in the Best International Feature category at the 95th Academy Awards. The film originally debuted in Cannes where Park won the Best Director prize. It is also teed up to screen at the New York Film Festival this fall. Mubi has North American rights. The Korean Film Council announced its choice this evening local time saying it took into consideration “workmanship and directing ability, the possibility of box office success in the North American market, and the promotion ability of overseas distributors.” The selection committee “agreed that Decision To Leave is the most appropriate, and we expect the work to be well-received.” Park Hae-il and Tang Wei star in the noir detective story cum romance. In Park’s own words, as he described the plot of Decision To Leave to Deadline: “A detective is dispatched to a scene of death of a man who has fallen from … [Read more...] about Oscars: Korea Submits Park Chan-wook’s ‘Decision To Leave’ For International Feature Race
Chris Malone Upped To CFO Of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group – Update
EXCLUSIVE, 9:15 AM: Christopher Malone has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer of Byron Allen ’s Allen Media Group . The move comes just two months after the veteran exec joined AMG as EVP, Head of Corporate Development. He remains based in Los Angeles. “I am very excited to elevate Chris Malone within the Allen Media Group family to Chief Financial Officer, where Chris will be valuable in helping to lead our M&A efforts and other strategic financial initiatives,” said Allen, founder, chairman and CEO of Allen Media Group. “Chris plays a vital role in helping Allen Media Group continue its trajectory of growth and execute on the large number of acquisition opportunities in front of us.” Said Malone: “It has been exciting to see the strong growth of Allen Media Group over the past five years and it is even more exciting to join at such a dynamic time for the company. The industry is experiencing rapid transformation as well as increased consolidation and … [Read more...] about Chris Malone Upped To CFO Of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group – Update