California Senate Debate: Katie Porter Attacks Adam Schiff, Candidates Oppose Immigration Bill And Support AI Regulation

2 behind front-runner Rep.Adam Schiff(D-CA). I believe that they should. Senator Porter doesnt believe they should. NBC 4 She prefers a political talking point. A poll on Tuesday showed Schiff leading, but RepublicanSteve Garveymoving solidly into the second place spot. The top two finishers in the primary will go on to the general election, regardless of party. Porter, meanwhile,has countered with digital adsspotlighting another Republican in the race, Eric Early....

February 21, 2024 · 2 min · 240 words · Wyatt Cochran

Filmmaker Of Distinction To Take On De-Extinction: Oscar Winner James Reed Boards Docuseries On Company Bringing Back Wooly Mammoth, Dodo And More

Jillian Share for Teton Ridge Entertainment and Michael Dougherty are also on board as executive producers. Filmmaker Sophie Todd (Formula 1 Drive To Survive) has joined the project as showrunner. Their work in de-extinction is fascinating and whats coming up is unbelievable. Wooly mammoth renderingColossal Biosciences I feel very privileged that we have the opportunity to bring this story to the world. Colossal Biosciences says it will use CRISPR gene splicing technology to restore the planets shrinking biodiversity....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 124 words · Jacob Olson

Hollywood Contraction: Actors Struggle To Find Jobs As TV Castings Dry Up

Their early studies and stage training were disrupted by Covid, with many classes moving online. There is so little work. Its a brutal time in the business. Actors are finding it more difficult to get work in Hollywood these days.Getty Images There are no jobs, I hear consistently from agents, managers and actors. That has led to fewer greenlights as platforms 2025 slates are largely filled. Non-Existent 2024Pilot Season A decade ago, as many as 100 broadcast pilots would be casting right now....

February 21, 2024 · 2 min · 304 words · Terri Morris

In The Hot Zone: Oscar-Nominated Documentarians Put Their Lives On The Line To Shed Light On War, Dictators, Injustice

The tank did shoot the hospital right above the floor we were at, he says. It hit between the fifth and sixth floors and a patient was killed with that shell. He remembers feeling his life was about to end. 20 Days in MariupolPBS Diistribution/Everett Collection A number of those films have gone on to earn Academy Award nominations. Chernov is not the only Oscar-nominated filmmaker this year to have faced mortal peril while shooting his film....

February 21, 2024 · 4 min · 662 words · Donna Dennis

Joe Biden Fundraiser Co-Hosts Haim Saban And Casey Wasserman Test Positive For Covid; Will Miss L.A. Event — Exclusive

Holocaust Museum’s Board Biden also talked of the death of Alexei Navalny, blaming it on Vladimir Putin. He called it outrageous that Trump has not condemned the Russian leader. They shout about problems but offer nothing. Getty They have no platform. Are they here to solve problems or just weaponize them for political attacks? Im here to serve the people. (L-R) Haim Saban, Casey WassermanGetty Images There were some pro-Palestinian protesters along the motorcade route....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 168 words · Nancy Wolfe

Kelly Rowland Shuts Down Radio Hosts For Asking About Beyoncé & Destiny’s Child: “I’m Here Talking About ‘Mea Culpa'”

However, things turned awkward when the shows host asked about Beyonces music. Rowland replied with a wink, That is her business to talk about, not mine. I know, but just ask them, Rowland replied. Kelly Rowland as a guest on V-103 AtlantaParas Griffin/Getty Images Im here talking aboutMea Culpa, out Feb. 23, and thats what Im most excited about right now. I think that, thats that. Big Tigger smiled and praised Rowland for dodging the question adding, Your matrix game is nice....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 113 words · Cynthia Tate

Natasha Lyonne And Simon Baker Join 3000 Pictures’ ‘Klara And The Sun’ Adaptation

Academy Award-nominated actress Amy Adams, Mia Tharia and Aran Murphy also star in the film. Ishiguro will also exec produce. Heydays Jeffrey Clifford and Rosie Alison brought the project to Heyday. Natasha Lyonne and Simon BakerMaarten de Boer; Untitled Entertainment Drew Reed was instrumental in bringing the project to 3000 Pictures and Sony. Elizabeth Gabler and Aislinn Dunster are overseeing the project for 3000 Pictures. Lyonne will play the shopkeeper....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 151 words · Robert Soto

Navigating Global Conflict: How TV Sales Houses Are Responding To The Devastation In Israel, Gaza & Ukraine — London TV Screenings

Watch on Deadline And what of the sales houses? Asia Bataeva-Dokalenko heads up the content monetization division at Starlight Media, Ukraines largest broadcasting group. Work during the war is about complex contexts and challenges, she tells Deadline via email. “Those Who Stayed” (inset) Ukrainian soldiers prepare Soviet artillery in the direction of Kreminna, in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine, “Body that Works” (inset) Israeli tanks along the border with the Gaza StripFilm.UA/Getty/Michael Tumarkin/Getty...

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 192 words · Janet Powell

Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios Storytellers Lab Launches HBCU Partnership To Cultivate BIPOC Content Creators

EXCLUSIVE:Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studiosannounced the launch of The Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios Storytellers Lab, an initiative designed to create partnerships with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to cultivate diverse creator pipelines within the entertainment industry. The Storytellers Lab bridges the gap between talent and industry leaders through a nine-month immersive experience that equips BIPOC students with the skills and insights to become the next generation of content creators. Working in collaboration with Paramounts Content for Change global initiative, participating students will receive access to mentorship and masterclasses with leaders across Paramount Global as well as insider perspectives on the creative processes of content development....

February 21, 2024 · 2 min · 358 words · Thomas Porter

Skydance Sports Ups Ashley Nendick To CFO, Taps Marjorie Williams For Business, Legal Affairs

SkydanceSports is bolstering its team with the promotion ofAshley Nendickto chief financial officer, and the addition ofMarjorie Williamsas SVP, Business & Legal Affairs. Nendick joined SkyDance in 2016, most recently serving as SVP, Corporate Finance & Strategy Williams, an entertainment lawyer, has worked in business affairs at Amazon Studios, UTA, Endemol Shine North America and the former Viacom (Comedy Central and BET Networks). The move comes as the studio revs up after the release of its first feature,Air....

February 21, 2024 · 2 min · 341 words · Randall Smith

Trump Challenges Biden To Multiple Debates; “As Many As Necessary,” Ex-POTUS Tells Fox As Incumbent Lands In LA For Fundraisers

Ill take anybody because I think you have an obligation to debate. Related Stories Donald Trump Removes Doug Emhoff And Other Joe Biden Appointees From U.S. I dont think he is going to debate though. Donald Trump and Joe Biden at the final 2020 presidential debate.Photo by Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post via Getty Images I really dont think so. The usually quick to react Biden campaign did not respond to Trumps debate challenge Tuesday, so far....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 150 words · Michelle Davis

Women-Led Films Fell Close To 30% In 2023, Near A 10-Year Low, Per Study

Thats according to the results of a study released this morning by the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative. In fact, those percentages are the worst since 2014, despiteBarbie. Watch on Deadline The findings are awful, wrote Neff, Dr. Smith & Dr. Katherine Pieper. Margot Robbie in ‘Barbie’Warner Bos. /Courtesy Everett Collection Despite posturing, the legacy studios have dealt little or reversed course on inclusion in popular films. The results this year point to an industry grown apathetic about efforts surroundingdiversityand inclusion....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 161 words · Jacqueline Moore

‘Bob Marley: One Love’ To Stay High As A Kite At Box Office Until ‘Dune’ Gang Arrives – Preview

How the heck is that? Watch on Deadline Through yesterday,One Loveis at $54.4M running cume whileMadame Webcounts $27.8M. Episode 11 has been available to stream on Crunchyroll. Kingsley Ben-Adir as Bob MarleyParamount The Swordsmith Village Arc premiered in April 2023 (with the finale/Episode 11 airing last June). Pic is booked at 1,940 locations. Previews start Thursday at 4PM at 1,820 sites. Crunchyroll Its expected to do$5M-$7Mat 2,800 locations. Previews start 6PM on Thursday....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 119 words · Samuel Gordon