Bleecker Street continues its acquisition spree with the pick-up of historical epic “The Return,” which reunites Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche. The project, which will be based on Homer’s ancient classic “The Odyssey,” is directed by Academy Award nominee Uberto Pasolini and written by Edward Bond, John Collee and Pasolini. The project, announced last year,…
Son Lux and Diane Warren Among Winners at Society of Composers and Lyricists Awards
Diane Warren and Son Lux were among the winners Wednesday evening at the 4th annual Society of Composers & Lyricists Awards. The awards recognize original score and songs in visual media across seven categories. Darren Criss, hosted the banquet at the Skirball Center in Los Angeles. Damien Chazelle and his go-to composer Justin Hurwitz received…
‘Vermin,’ a Horror Movie with Real Spiders, Boarded by Charades, WTFilms (EXCLUSIVE)
Charades and WTFilms have teamed on “Vermin,” a horror movie set in the French projects with a cast of local up-and-coming actors, who star alongside real spiders. The movie will mark the feature debut of Sébastien Vaniček, who previously directed critically acclaimed shorts such as “Mayday.” Harry Tordjman at My Box Films (“Bref,” “A voix…
“Life Will Win”: How Ukraine’s Film Industry is Reinventing Itself During the War
There’s been no shortage of moral support for the Ukrainian cause since Russia’s unprovoked invasion last year, and the country’s beleaguered screen industry has gotten a much-needed boost from foreign buyers. Ukrainian documentaries are doing brisk business as global audiences search for broader context on the conflict, while even narrative features that hit the festival…
Italy’s Vision Distribution Takes Sales on New Daniele Luchetti Film ‘Trust’ Starring Elio Germano, Martone Doc in Berlin (EXCLUSIVE)
Italian director Daniele Luchetti, who most recently helmed the third season of RAI/HBO’s Elena Ferrante series “My Brilliant Friend,” is working on a new film titled “Confidenza” (“Trust”) toplining Elio Germano. Luchetti previously directed Germano in the drama “Our Life” in a role that in 2015 won the actor top honors in Cannes. Vision Distribution…
Saban, Tide hire Whisenhunt as special assistant
Former NFL coach Ken Whisenhunt, who had a four-year tenure as offensive coordinator of the Los Angeles Chargers among other stops, has joined Alabama’s football staff as the special assistant to head coach Nick Saban.
Embiid unsure of status for ASG: ‘I’m not healthy’
Joel Embiid said a lingering foot issue could keep him out of Sunday’s All-Star Game. “I feel like I’ve reached the point where I need to follow the doctor’s advice …”
‘The Masked Singer’ Season 9 Premiere Reveals First Two Celebrities, Including a Legend Who’s the Show’s Oldest Yet
SPOILER ALERT: Do not read ahead if you have not watched the Season 9 season premiere of “The Masked Singer,” which aired Feb. 15 on Fox. “The Masked Singer” kicked off its Season 9 on Wednesday night with one of its biggest stars yet — and also its oldest. Entertainer icon Dick Van Dyke, 97,…
Rocky at the top: Vols take down No. 1 Alabama
Zakai Zeigler and Santiago Vescovi each scored 15 points, and No. 10 Tennessee took down newly minted No. 1 Alabama 68-59 on Wednesday night.
‘Daisy Jones & the Six’: Prime Video Releases First Official Trailer Featuring Original Song ‘Look At Us Now’ (TV News Roundup)
Prime Video has released its latest trailer for at its highly anticipated limited series “Daisy Jones & the Six.” The 10-episode series will premiere on March 3, with new episodes released every Friday through March 24. “Daisy Jones & the Six” follows the story of an iconic (and fictional) 1970s band, led by two clashing…