‘Host’ Director Rob Savage Boards Supernatural Horror TV Series ‘The Last Days Of Jack Sparks’ For Vertigo Films

Savage also directed three episodes of historical fantasyBritannia. Bringing diabolically wonderful books like Jasons to the screen is a rare treat. Deep down in the devils workshop, the Dream Team bell is tolling loud and clear, added Arnopp. The Last Days of Jack Spark, Rob SavageVertigo Films Hull added: Jason Arnopps novel is a contemporary horror masterpiece as devilishly funny as it is terrifying. Richardson added: Vertigo have been working with Rob since he was 17 he was born to make horror!...

February 22, 2023 · 1 min · 108 words · Karen Lee

‘Ice Merchants’ Director João Gonzalez & Producer Bruno Caetano On Working From The Subconscious

Like many of his other films, Joao GonzalezsIce Merchantsbegan with an image from his subconscious. He imagined a tiny house attached to a cliff, and the ensuinganimationand story excited his producer Bruno Caetano. The short follows a father and son living in a house attached to the side of a mountain. Ice MerchantsThe Animation Showcase/Courtesy Everett Collection The pair freezes ice at their home and parachutes down to the valley below to sell their wares....

February 22, 2023 · 2 min · 389 words · Drew Green

‘Mal Viver’ Berlin Review: João Canijo Latest Film Depicts Women In Endless Misery

Joao Canijos newest cinematic ventureMal Viverhad its world premiere at theBerlin International Film Festival(Berlinale). The film revolves around a family of women trying to save their relationships and the family hotel. It stars Anabela Moreir, Madalena Almeida, Cleia Almeida, Vera Barreto, and Rita Blanco. Anabela Moreira in “Mal Viver"Midas Filmes All the women exchange confused glances until Piedade and Salome awkwardly embrace. Apparently, she wasnt aware her own child was visiting, and is pissed no one told her....

February 22, 2023 · 1 min · 166 words · Ms. Jennifer Kelly

‘Planet Sex’ On Hulu Explores Gender And Sexuality Because “We All Could Grow In This Area,” Says Director Jessica Chermayeff

And occasionally, she learns a thing or two about her own. DEADLINE What was that first meeting like with Cara? Of course it was in the Covid era, so our first meeting was over Zoom. Cara is an actress, one of the world’s most photographed people and an award-winning LGBTQ+ icon. On this immersive journey, she puts her mind and body on the line in search of answers regarding human sexuality, its joys, mysteries, and constantly changing nature....

February 22, 2023 · 3 min · 626 words · Brent Lopez

‘Rust’ Movie To Shoot In Montana In Spring As Alec Baldwin Criminal Case Looms – Update

The production is still eyeing a spring start date to resume. The first hearing in that matter is Friday. It is a privilege to work with such great partners as we see this through on Halynas behalf. Cast of ‘Rust’ with Alec Badwin and Haylna Hutchins, set of ‘Rust’Jensen Ackles Instagram/Getty/AP Producers said that Cline will donate her salary to charity in honor of Hutchins. This is the second time that the producers have made a big production of asserting a resurrectedRustwas happening....

February 22, 2023 · 1 min · 182 words · Susan Meadows

‘Succession’ Star Brian Cox Doubles Down On Criticism Over Jeremy Strong’s Acting Style: “It’s F–ing Annoying”

Brian Coxis not backing down on his thoughts over hisSuccessionco-stars,Jeremy Strong, acting style. Hes a very good actor, Cox said in aTown & Countryinterview. And the rest of the ensemble is all okay with this. David Russell / Macall B. Polay / HBO But knowing a character and what the character does is only part of the skill set. Of Strong always being in character, Cox said, Its f***ing annoying....

February 22, 2023 · 1 min · 151 words · Cheyenne Anderson

‘Summer House’ Hits Milestone For Latino Representation With Two Cast Members On Screen

Long-time cast memberDanielle Oliveramade her first appearance of the season in the second episode of theBravoreality series. Leoni was paired up with Olivera in a game of cornhole against Kyle Cooke and Samantha Feher. It was Feher that noted that the paired-up teammates could be siblings. Sasha Israel/Bravo I am Hondurian and Uruguayan, Leoni said in Spanish. When I was in high school, my mom said, No girlfriends at all....

February 22, 2023 · 1 min · 146 words · Kristi Reeves

‘The Island’: Universal International Studios & Matchbox Developing Adrian McKinty Novel Into TV Series

McKinty, Shane Salerno and The Story Factory are EPs. Kelsey Balance, UIS SVP of Scripted Programming, praised McKinty for writing compelling and complex character journeys. The Islandhas the right combination of what were looking for in a global story, she added. Adrian McKintyHorst Galuschka/picture alliance via Getty Images The development was unveiled as Balance and Springborn addressed theBerlinale SeriesMarket. The team is now seeking an American or Australian writer forThe Island....

February 22, 2023 · 1 min · 115 words · Gregory Marshall

Allen Media Group To Launch ‘Mathis Court With Judge Mathis’

Days after it was revealed thatJudge Mathiswould end its long run in daytime syndication,Byron AllensAllen Media Grouphas announced that it will launchMathis Court with Judge Mathisin the fall. The new court series will be a daily one-hour strip and will be available to broadcast television stations, as well as global data pipe, cable, and digital distribution platforms later this year. For 24 consecutive seasons, Warner Bros./Telepictures produced and distributedJudge Mathis, which was the second longest-running court show in continued production with the same host behindJudge Judy(which ran for 25 seasons)....

February 21, 2023 · 3 min · 513 words · Charlotte Stevens

Barbara Lee Enters U.S. Senate Race To Succeed Dianne Feinstein

Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) officially entered theU.S. Senaterace to succeedDianne Feinstein, who is not seeking another term. Lee joins a Democratic field that includes two colleagues,Adam SchiffandKatie Porter. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) Ive never backed down from whats right, Lee said in her announcement. And I never will. Californians deserve a strong, progressive leader who delivers real change. She also noted that the Senate has no Black female members....

February 21, 2023 · 1 min · 127 words · Katherine Morris

Berlin Review: ‘Love To Love You, Donna Summer’ Offers Moving Portrait Of Brilliant Singer Who Struggled With Fame And Faith

Donna Summer could hit notes more thrillingly beautiful than any other pop singer of her time, or since. And Donna in the lower registers well, the voice thrums with visceral resonance. I approach it as an actress, she explains. Donna Summer in concertCourtesy of the Estate of Donna Summer Sudano Im not trying to be me. The film says, She wasnt having it. The song inaugurated electronic dance music. Donna SummerCourtesy of the Estate of Donna Summer Sudano...

February 21, 2023 · 2 min · 215 words · Shannon Carter

Berlin: Tennis Great Boris Becker’s Rise And Fall Documented In Alex Gibney-Directed Series; Champ Says, “I’ve Paid A Heavy Price”

Im 55 years old and Im very proud of the things that Ive done. But Ive made mistakes, Becker told the assembled media at theBerlin Film Festivalon Sunday. Ive paid a heavy price for some of the things I did in my past. Boris Becker in action in Indian Wells, Calif., Feb. 18, 1987Photo by Andy Hayt /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images Today Im a bit better for it. Hopefully a bit smarter....

February 21, 2023 · 2 min · 350 words · Clarence Knight

Bono Presents Steven Spielberg With Berlin Film Festival’s Honorary Golden Bear

The honor has particular meaning for me because Im a Jewish director. I feel a little alarmed to be told Ive lived a lifetime because Im not finished. I want to keep working. Steven Spielberg, BonoAndreas Rentz/Getty Images I gotta get back to some of those earlier scary movies but thats another story for later on. Tonight youre giving the Golden Bear to Steven Spielberg for the right reasons. But his lifetime achievement is not just his work....

February 21, 2023 · 3 min · 456 words · Ronald Grant