Readying Maite Alberdi’s “The Eternal Memory” and Christopher Murray’s “Sorcery” for world premieres at this year’s Sundance Festival, “Spencer” director and producer Pablo and Juan de Dios Larraín’s Fabula has promoted Constanza Muñoz to VP of film at its North American office. The move comes as Fabula continues to expand into the English-language market. Muñoz…
Ryan Coogler, Questlove Announce New Projects With Onyx Collective for Hulu
As part of this year’s Sundance Film Festival, Onyx Collective unveiled its expanding slate of programming to come in the near future during their Storytellers Showcase – which notably includes two new projects, one from Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media, as well as the highly anticipated sophomore documentary feature from music artist and filmmaker Questlove. The…
Beyoncé Dazzles in Dubai With First Performance in Four Years
The Queen has returned. It’s been four years since Beyoncé’s last headlining show, and her performance at the new Atlantis The Royal Resort in Dubai on Saturday night (Jan. 21) was a fittingly grand return. The star-studded show began Saturday night like a theatrical production. Violinists crowned with metallic gold headpieces and voluminous red skirts…
‘Fair Play’ Review: A Gripping Financial Drama Dunked in Up-to-the-Minute Sexual Politics
It’s a finance drama, set inside a cutthroat New York hedge fund, and it’s also a romantic thriller that takes a very shrewd and probing look at sexual politics in the post-#MeToo world.
Ben Platt, Molly Gordon and ‘Theater Camp’ Cast Brings Laughs, Surprise Performance to Sundance
In a reception that’s sure to warm the hearts of theater kids everywhere, “Theater Camp,” a goofy mockumentary about intensely earnest thespians, earned a heartfelt standing ovation at Sundance Film Festival. Real-life best friends Ben Platt, Molly Gordon and Noah Galvin star in “Theater Camp,” an affectionate satire set at a scrappy overnight camp in…
Time’s Up to Cease Operations by End of January, Devote Remaining Resources to Legal Fund
Time’s Up, the anti-harassment organization that was launched to substantial fanfare among Hollywood personalities and political players at the onset of the #MeToo movement five years ago, will halt current operations in the coming days. The decision comes following a tumultuous stretch of months for the organization, stirred by revelations that leadership had undisclosed connections…
CAA Signs ‘The Blackening’s’ Dewayne Perkins (EXCLUSIVE)
CAA has signed Emmy-nominated actor, writer and comedian Dewayne Perkins for representation. A Variety 10 Comics to Watch honoree in 2020, Perkins is also known for his work in TV and film, including the upcoming MRC film “The Blackening,” which is set to be released by Lionsgate on June 16. He has also starred in…
Variety’s Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable Shares Final Oscar Nominations Predictions
Pencils down. Nomination voting for the 95th Academy Awards ended on January 17, and now we await the nominations announcement on Tuesday morning, January 24. On this episode of the award-winning Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, it’s a mega Roundtable edition, as we dissect final predictions for key categories. That includes predictions for best picture, best…
Tyler Posey on Returning to ‘Teen Wolf’ Six Years Later and Sober: ‘It’s Nice to Be Present’
Now that he’s 31 and sober, Tyler Posey looks at his “Teen Wolf” role through a new lens. Speaking with Variety at the premiere of Paramount+’s “Teen Wolf: The Movie,” the actor reflected on the nearly five-year journey of self-discovery and sobriety that led him to his return as Scott McCall. Just two years ago,…
SAG-AFTRA Calls Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ Charges ‘Wrong and Uninformed’
The actors union SAG-AFTRA has issued a strongly worded statement rebuking the decision to charge Alec Baldwin for involuntary manslaughter in the death of “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, calling the move “wrong and uninformed.” “The death of Halyna Hutchins is a tragedy, and all the more so because of its preventable nature,” says the statement,…