Los Angeles-Area Tornado Was Region’s Strongest In 40 Years

The NationalWeatherService rated the Montebello twister as EF1, with winds of 110 mph. That made it the strongest tornado recorded in the area since an F2 caused major damage in March 1983. It traveled north toward USC before disappearing into the clouds near the Convention Center. See the NCEIs analysishere. It also forced the closure of the Venice Pier, which would not reopen for 15 years. California has been clobbered by severe storms all winter long....

March 23, 2023 · 1 min · 90 words · Oscar Dixon

Moses Ingram, Michael Shannon, Bronagh Gallagher, Tim McInerney & Lennie James Join Joshua Oppenheimer’s Neon-Backed Musical ‘The End’

Neonhas unveiled a raft of cast additions forJoshua Oppenheimers musicalThe Endas principal photography begins in Ireland. The freshly-unveiled cast includes Moses Ingram, Michael Shannon, Bronagh Gallagher, Tim McInnerny, and Lennie James. They join previouslyannouncedlead actors Tilda Swinton and George MacKay. Moses Ingram, Michael Shannon, Bronagh Gallagher, Tim McInnerny & Lennie JamesJulian Dakdouk/Lauren Weissler/Getty/Anthony Francis Neon is co-financing the international co-production. The long-gestated project revolves around the story of the last human family....

March 23, 2023 · 1 min · 161 words · Daniel Hoover

Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Meghann Fahy, Dakota Fanning, Eve Hewson & Jack Reynor In Talks For Susanne Bier-Helmed Netflix Limited Series ‘The Perfect Couple’

Netflix declined to comment. Details as to the roles to be played byThe Perfect Couples first set of cast members havent been disclosed. Bier also directed and EPd that series, which was the premium cablers most-watched as of 2020. (Clockwise from top left) Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Meghann Fahy, Dakota Fanning, Eve Hewson and Jack ReynorRuven Afandor/Getty/Elias Tahan/Getty/Michael Buckner/Corey Nickols/Getty Images 21 Lapsdeveloped the limited series under their overall deal with Netflix and will produce alongside The Jackal Group....

March 23, 2023 · 1 min · 109 words · David Stewart

Oscar Winner Roger Ross Williams: Spending On Oscar Doc Campaigns Has “Gotten Insane” — CPH:DOX

And Williams, a former Academy Governor representing the Doc Branch, says something may be done about it. Watch on Deadline We know its awards, its the Oscars its a game, it costs. So, well figure it out and well lead the rest of the academy. Roger Rose Williams attends the SAGindie Filmmakers Luncheon At Sundance on January 23, 2023 in Park City, Utah.Fred Hayes/Getty Images for SAGindie Theyll follow us, as they do in everything....

March 23, 2023 · 2 min · 416 words · Lance Jones

Peter Bart: Quentin Tarantino’s Movie About A Film Critic May Be A Parting Shot To A Fading Species

Besides, he notes, Scott didnt leave the movies; the movies left Scott. Related Stories Has Quentin Tarantino Found His Next Film In The Movie Critic? Contentious reviews of movies likeMidnight CowboyorBonnie & Clydestirred as much noise as did the movies themselves. Getty Images Quentin Tarantinotells friends hes even making a film titledThe Movie Criticabout a Kael-like presence. Watch on Deadline So should critics follow suit? She shortly quit, finding that she had more influence critiquing movies than creating them....

March 23, 2023 · 1 min · 204 words · Cheryl Patrick

Picturestart & Picture Perfect Federation Set JC Lee To Direct ‘Bad Genius’; Unveil Key Cast & Int’l Deals

Lee also takes co-writing credits for the English-language screenplay with Julius Onah, who was previouslyannouncedas the director. The pair previously collaborated on the Sundance 2019 titleLuce, adapted from Lees original play of the same name. It is produced by Erik Feig and Jessica Switch at Picturestart withPatrick Wachsbergerand Ashley Stern at Picture Perfect Federation. Benedict Wong, JC Lee, Callina Liang, Jabari BanksGetty Images NBA heiress Mallory Edens Little Ray Media company is financing....

March 23, 2023 · 1 min · 188 words · Thomas Bryan

‘Chicago P.D.’: Jesse Lee Soffer Reveals He Almost Made A Sneaky Cameo In Directorial Debut

Jesse Lee Sofferhas returned home toNBCsChicago P.D.but not as Jay Halstead. Instead, hes making his debut as a director in tonights episode Deadlocked. News followed weeks later that he would reunite with the cast and crew in the directors chair. Jesse Lee SofferLori Allen/NBC So to get to do that kind of story with Jason was really fun. Watch on Deadline It was like I never left, he said. We have one of probablythehardest working crew and cast in TVI feel confident saying that....

March 23, 2023 · 2 min · 352 words · Megan Jones

‘SNL’ Editorial Crew Ratify Deal To Avert Strike; Late-Night Show Will Go On With Inaugural Contract

EXCLUSIVE:Saturday Night Lives editorial crew has said yes in a big way to its first-ever union contract at theLorne Michaels-led NBC late-night show. Watch on Deadline Related Stories Writers Guild Of America West Staff Union Wins Voluntarily Recognition, Moves To Negotiate First Contract L.A. Is Set To Become A Little Easier To Film In After City Council Passes Motion To Reduce Red Tape It was an honor to work with them on reaching this significant agreement....

March 23, 2023 · 2 min · 220 words · Alexandria Jones

Aaron Sorkin Had Stroke Last November Before ‘Camelot’ Rehearsals: “A Loud Wake-Up Call” For Lifelong Smoker

Mostly it was a loud wake-up call, Sorkin said in an interview withThe New York Times. Boy, was I wrong. Sorkin says he woke up one night and, on his way to the kitchen, stumbled into walls. Michael Buckner The next morning he noticed he was having difficulty holding his orange juice without spilling. Watch on Deadline Let me make this very, very clear, Sorkin says. I wouldnt want anyone to think I cant work....

March 22, 2023 · 1 min · 134 words · Brett Meyer

AFL-CIO’s Department For Professional Employees Sets Legislative Agenda

Watch on Deadline Its definitely going to be a challenge. We see that, she said. But we see this as a long-term investment on our part, and our affiliates to create systematic change. U.S. Capitol building So we dont expect to get everything that we want right away. Recently reintroduced in Congress, Its thelabormovements No. The Pro Act would greatly expand various labor protections related to employees rights to organize and collectively bargain....

March 22, 2023 · 1 min · 126 words · James Wright

BAFTA TV Awards Nominations: ‘This Is Going To Hurt’ & ‘The Responder’ Lead Chase For Prizes

Whishaw plays junior doctor Adam Kay inThis Is Going To Hurt, which was co-produced by AMC. Freeman features as an urgent response police officer inThe Responder. This Is Going To Hurtis nominated for Mini Series, whileThe Responderwill compete in the Drama Series race. ‘This Is Going To Hurt’ and ‘The Responder’ lead the chase for BAFTAs.BBC Netflix scooped 24 nominations, while Apple TV+ was behind with 15. Other first-time nominees included Cillian Murphy forPeaky Blindersand Daniel Radcliffe forWeird: The Al Yankovic Story....

March 22, 2023 · 1 min · 145 words · Melissa Carney

Doha Film Institute Pioneers Series Lab As MENA Indie Film Producers Push Into Drama In Untapped Region

Watch on Deadline Im convinced that they could seduce audiences in the same way, she says. A game-changer, she says, would be more support from local broadcasters and platforms for development. The project reunites Chraibi with Talal Selhami and Jawad Lahlou, director and co-writer of hit horrorAchourarespectively. Qumra working breakfastEamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images It is the only lab focused solely on independently developed series in the MENA region. Its an organic process and the market is just starting to open up right now, she says....

March 22, 2023 · 2 min · 238 words · Lauren Allen

Elizabeth Yu & Hilda Martin Join Jenna Bans/Bill Krebs NBC Drama Pilot

Martin will play Young Hazel, while Yu will portray Young Maggie. Eventually, Maggies murder will send Hazel on her own hunt for a killer. They join a castthat includesTituss Burgess, Tommy Dewey and Siobhan Williams. (L-R) Elizabeth Yu and Hilda MartinJeff Mosier/Corey Malone Krebs will pen the script with Bans. The pair will also executive produce and showrun together. In addition to starring, Retta will serve as executive producer. Casey Kyber, Minnesota Logging Co....

March 22, 2023 · 1 min · 141 words · Roberta Chen