John Ridley Guest Column: Ridley Scott Epic Conjures Fresh Napoleon Complex Cases; Elon Musk, Aaron Rodgers, Bill Ackman Exhibit Signs Of Short-Man Syndrome, Height Be Damned

Its called a Napoleon complex for a reason. But no matter the power they have, theyre always gonna be teeny-tiny dudes. Our son asked me: Like who? (L-R) Aaron Rodgers, Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon and Elon MuskGetty/Sony Pictures Entertainment Diminutive height here is not the requirement. Napoleon number one for this week and the foreseeable future is Boring Company CEOElon Musk. But heres the good news, Elon, you are NOT the biggest little man this week....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 199 words · Ellen Mcdonald

Los Angeles Times Journalists Walk Out To Protest Planned Layoffs; First Such Action In Paper’s History – Update

The paperlaid off 13% of its newsroom staffin June. Watch on Deadline SAG-AFTRA issued a statement in support of the walkout today. SAG-AFTRA proudly supports theL.A. Los Angeles Times headquarters in El Segundo, CA.Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images Those who work for the storied newspaper should be able to enjoy sustainable livelihoods. Historically, collective action has been the only way to achieve a change in working conditions andL.A. Timesstaffs action today is part of an important legacy of worker empowerment....

January 19, 2024 · 2 min · 298 words · Michael Gamble

Rob Lowe Thought He Texted Congrats To Robert Downey Jr., But Sent To Bradley Cooper Instead

Well, that was awkward. Rob Lowesent a congratulatory message toRobert Downey Jr.after his Golden Globes win earlier this month. Only problem was he sent the well-wishes toBradley Cooper, who lost his category. That is the most beautiful acceptance speech Ive heard in a long time. Boy, do you deserve it. I hit it and I realize, Oh s. I just sent that to Bradley Cooper. He lost toOppenheimerstar Cillian Murphy....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 178 words · Kaylee Moses

Sports Illustrated Layoffs Prompt Social Media Tributes And Laments For “A Horrible Day”

Sports Illustrated Union and The NewsGuild of New York issued astatementvowing to fight for the workers. Reaction was swift and emotional on X, formerly Twitter, where Sports Illustrated became the No. 1 trending topic nationally by midday Friday. Tom Brady accepts the Sports Person of the Year award at the Sports Illustrated Awards in 2021Mark Brown/Getty Images Watch on Deadline ESPN host Scott Van Pelt posted a vintage cover and a tribute....

January 19, 2024 · 2 min · 257 words · Jordan Glass

Sundance: Director Bao Nguyen On ‘We Are The World’ Docu, Lionel Richie Karaoke, Prince’s Guitar & Return To Park City

You just make these assumptions about how things are made because it just happens. To that, as the director of The Greatest Night in Pop, what surprised you making this film? BAO NGUYEN:I was only about two years old, when the song came out. Bao Nguyen, “The Greatest Night In Pop"Getty/Sundance Film Festival So, I dont remember it when it came out. My parents were refugees from Vietnam. They didnt speak a lick of English, but they had Kenny Rogers records....

January 19, 2024 · 3 min · 620 words · Michael Chen

‘Freaky Tales’ Premiere Pays Tribute To Angus Cloud; “Rest In Peace,” Says Star Jay Ellis

Rest in peace to Angus. This one I just needed to see. I knew that no one else was going to make this movie, so I just had to. Jay Ellis with Pedro Pascal and cast of ‘Freaky Tales’ pay tribute to Angus Cloud at the film’s Sundance premiere. I wish I was out there with you seeing it for the first time. The premiere was a homecoming for the pair, who debuted their shortGowanus, Brooklynat Sundance in 2004....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 138 words · Brittany Henry

‘Freaky Tales’ Review: Magnetic Performances Temper Uneven Oakland Anthology – Sundance Film Festival

Watch on Deadline Oakland pulses with the spirit of revolution inFreaky Tales. We open on a fun, madcap story of friends band together to take down a Neo Nazi gang. Then it shifts to two young lady rappers who aim to be the best. Pedro Pascal in ‘Freaky Tales’eOne/Macro A puzzling green glow permeates through the story, hovering over Oakland like an otherworldly entity. Grainy footage, bold makeup and costumes, an inclusive soundtrack the film nails its period setting....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 133 words · Destiny Rhodes

‘Little Death’s Jack Begert & Darren Aronofsky Discuss Their “Hyper Postmodern Whirlwind” Premiering At Sundance & How Hollywood Is “On The Edge Of A Defining Moment” With AI

), and a pair of dopehead taco truck entrepreneurs (Talia Ryder and Dominic Fike). But what inspired the story? JACK BEGERT: It started as an idea for a structural experiment. L-R: Jack Begert, David Schwimmer in ‘Little Death,’ Darren AronofskyDaniel Prakopcyk/Sundance/Rob Latour/Deadline/Getty Images DEADLINE: How did you come to connect with Darren and his team at Protozoa? I imagine that facet of the project was intriguing, as well. I did recognize some similar aesthetic and taste from Jack and some of the work I had done....

January 19, 2024 · 2 min · 388 words · Robert Kennedy

‘Love Me’ Review: The Evolution Of Love In A World Without Humans – Sundance Film Festival

As a satellite with the knowledge left behind by humanity, these objects adopt new identities via the internet. Love Meis an imaginative film that plays with the concept of a meet-cute between inanimate objects. This film proves that reinventing the wheel isnt necessary to craft an engaging narrative. Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun in ‘Love Me’Courtesy of Sundance Institute. Photo by Justine Yeung. By altering the environment, dynamics and subjects, it breathes new life into a familiar trope....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 207 words · Darrell Nolan

‘Stress Positions’ Review: Noise Undercuts Nuance In Theda Hammel’s Neon Dramedy – Sundance Film Festival

It follows Bahlul, a queer Moroccan-American model that everyone wants to meet. Terry is not Moroccan but American and white, and they are family by marriage. Jumbled voice-overs plagueStressPositions, toggling awkwardly between characters are these Bahluls thoughts or Karlas? John Early in ‘Stress Position’Neon With no identifiers, detangling the narration requires too much energy. Simultaneous voice-overs also compete with pivotal scenes, further scrambling which moments demand focus. The filmtries to convey an empowering message about speaking truth amid lifes noise....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 100 words · Mark Jones

‘Swan Song’ Based On Robert McCammon Novel In Works For Television From Monarch Media; Greg Nicotero To EP & Direct Pilot

Brandi Hagedorn will co-produce. Nicotero will also direct the pilot. A search is underway for a writer. Greg NicoteroGetty Images The time is perfect to delve into this world. Watch on Deadline Swan Songwon the 1987 Bram Stoker award, tying with Stephen KingsMisery. Nicotero has directed more than 40 episodes ofTWDduring its 12-year run. Nicotero and Witten continue to produceCreepshowfor Shudder. The company has expanded into the non-scripted space at AMC/Shudder as well....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 114 words · Patricia Hernandez

‘The Terminal List’ Ben Edwards Prequel Series Gets Title, Eyes Production Start

Prime Videos untitledThe Terminal Listprequel/Ben Edwards origin series, headlined and executive produced byTaylor Kitsch, is untitled no more. The streamer announced on social media that the drama, which also will featureThe Terminal Liststar/executive producerChris Prattreprising his character James Reece, will be namedThe Terminal List: Dark Wolf.Production will begin early this year. Co-created byThe Terminal Listauthor Jack Carr and Season 1 creator-showrunner David DiGilio, the prequel, greenlighted last February, is an elevated espionage thriller that takes viewers on Edwards journey from Navy SEAL to CIA paramilitary operator, exploring the darker side of warfare and the human cost that comes with it....

January 19, 2024 · 2 min · 274 words · Bryan Powers

‘Yellowstone’s Taylor Sheridan Lands ‘Empire Of The Summer Moon’, Will Write & Direct Epic On Comanche Leader Quanah & Rise And Fall Of Old West’s Fiercest Tribe

Bidding was competitive, and Bosque was aggressive to win the book. Sheridan and Jenny Wood will produce for Bosque Ranch. Quanah was considered its greatest chief. Taylor Sheridan, “Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History"Michael Buckner/Deadline Sheridan has a high regard for Quanah. When Burk Burnett established the ranch in 1870, his friend Quanah who told him exactly where to build....

January 19, 2024 · 1 min · 132 words · Angela Hogan