TheBBChas taskedHis Dark Materialswriter Jack Thorne to pen a TV adaptation of William Goldings seminal novelLord of the Flies. Several other announcements were also made(see below). Thorne will executive produce for One Shoe Films and Nawfal Faizullah does the same for the BBC. Chris Furrh in the 1990 film adaptation of ‘Lord of the Flies; BBC’s Charlotte MooreUnited Artists/Getty Images; WPA Pool/Getty Images My father wrote the novel in a passionate, visionary response to the aftermath of war....

We hope the WGA and theAMPTPcan successfully negotiate their contract. However, we recognize that the possibility of a writers strike creates widespread uncertainty about its potential impact. We do not know. Directors Guild of AmericaGetty Images If there is no agreement by May 1, the WGA has the right to call a strike. Depending on the status of negotiations, they could choose not to do so. That situation would continue until there is a strike or an agreement....

It is the only all-documentary festival in Israel and widely considered one of the worlds foremost nonfiction film events. 20 Days in Mariupol[dir. Apolonia, Apolonia[dir. Getty Images Lea Glob] Apolonia was born to bohemian parents and grew up in an underground Parisian theater. The film won the international competition at IDFA. The Castle[dir. Except the castle is crumbling, and she cannot afford the repairs. The Eternal Memory[dir. Future Brilliant[dir. Abilio Dias]...

His newest chapter: novelist. Hes pretty damn good at this, too. Or to master Star-Speak, their arcane lexicon. (L-R) Tom Hanks in ‘Big,’ ‘Saving Private Ryan,’ ‘Cast Away’ and ‘Elvis’Everett Collection His novel details the patching together of a superhero epic that originated as a humble comic book. Hanks novel wanders from time to time, becoming steeped in the details of dealmaking and production. Wren covets her well-enforced privacy, even flying her own private plane from gig to gig....

It may have ceded to the BBC, butElon MusksTwitteris back under pressure from the worlds public service broadcasters. This is not the case with the ABC, CBC/Radio Canada,KBSorRNZ. The four networks said the most accurate and appropriate label Twitter has available is that same Publicly-funded Media one. The BBC’s Twitter account had its ‘Government-funded Media’ label dropped and other public service networks are demanding the same for their accountsYui Mok/PA Images via Getty Images...

Rokuis teaming up withJennifer Lopez,Jaime CamilandJuanpa Zuritaas it expands itsRoku Originalsin Spanish. The Roku Channel launched Espacio Latino in June 2022 to help users find Spanish-language content. Existing Roku Originals titles are available for audiences to watch in Spanish and are very popular with users. Jaime Camil, Jennifer Lopez and Juanpa ZuritaAmanda Edwards / Axelle / Bauer-Griffin / FilmMagic / Jaime Nogales / Getty Images Find out more about the new shows below....

I would not play George Harvey again in The Lovely Bones, which was horrible, Tucci toldEntertainment Tonight. Its a wonderful movie, but it was a tough experience. Simply because of the role. Stanley Tucci in ‘The Lovely Bones’Paramount Pictures / Courtesy Everett Collection But I was like, Why do you want me? And he said, Because youre funny. And I thought, OK. But I understand what he was saying. That I would throw it away a bit....

Hell work closely with Sky Studios editorial and commissioning teams across Europe. Earlier this week, werevealedthe U.S. version will launch on May 2. DeadlinepickedMy KingCharlesas a one of its docs to watch at Mip TV this week. Sky Studios ITV Unveils Coronation Plans ITV has unveiled its plans to cover next months Coronation of King Charles III. ITV will have other presenters reporting from the key Coronation locations in London....

His death was announced by Roundabout spokesman Matt Polk. Haimes was first diagnosed with sarcoma of the jaw in 2002. During its run, Roundabout negotiated the purchase of the space, making it the companys second Broadway venue. Todd Haimes, 2015Brent N. Clarke/WireImage At Studio 54, Haimes produced such hits asAssassins(2004) andKiss Me, Kate(2019). The venue currently is home to the hit musical& Juliet. Born in New York City, Haimes graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and Yale University School of Management....

Theres genuinely something for everyone in our Tribeca Festival TV selection. Hosted by Nick Barili, featuring Fat Joe, Juelz Santana, and other artists. After the Screening:A conversation with series host Nick Barili and special guests. Tribeca Festival Her search for the missing man pulls her into a decades-old mystery involving the Detroit underworld. Executive produced by Kenya Barris, Diarra Kilpatrick, and Miles Orion Feldsott. After the Screening:A conversation with Diarra Kilpatrick and castmates....

EXCLUSIVE:Ben Cosgroveand Josh FoersLeviathan Productionshas tappedDaniel Handler, the visionary behind the hit childrens book seriesA Series of Unfortunate Events, to pen a contemporary horror film based on the Golem legend from Jewish folklore, which Cosgrove will produce. Related Stories Venus & Serena Williams Team With Tars Alexandra Milchan To Develop En Garde; Antebellums Bush Renz To Helm Adaptation Of Jewell Parker Rhodes Bestseller Writers Guild Of America West Staff Union Wins Voluntarily Recognition, Moves To Negotiate First Contract Considered the Jewish Frankenstein, the Golems story is one of the most enduring legends from Jewish tradition, and has been the subject of numerous books and plays....

The deal was sealed. The movie is here. Blume says she is probably the only author to say themovieis better than herbook. (L-R) Rachel McAdams and Abby Ryder Fortson in ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’Dana Hawley Its Me, Margaretis as perfect an adaptation of a life-changing book as there will ever be. The evidence is here that at least this team proves that assumption is wrong. Craigs adaptation turns it all into something quite touching, and hilarious in the process....

Cory MonteithsGleeco-stars are remembering the late actor almost 10 years after his death and praising his acting skills. Jenna UshkowitzandKevin McHaleremembered the actor on the latest episode of their podcastAnd Thats What You REALLY Missed. Hes so good, he added. Kevin McHale, Cory Monteith and Jenna UshkowitzTommy Garcia / Miranda Penn Turin / Fox / Courtesy Everett Collection Watch on Deadline Ushkowitz had a similar sentiment noting, So good. Monteith played Finn Hudson in the series musical up until his death from a drug overdose in 2013....