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November 10, 2021 was such a day forJon Batisteand his life partner,Suleika Jaouad. The documentary project came about organically. And so, before wed even started filming, the lens of the film had already shifted. Jon Batiste performs at the 2022 Grammy Awards.Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Jaouad, a writer and visual artist, was not so enthusiastic. Theyre simpatico, yet different in so many ways. Jaouad articulates her feelings with well-chosen words, and through her guileless watercolor paintings of giraffes and elephants....

The song, as Richard wrote it, was about gay sex. I saw that there were elements for documenting something incredibly powerful. What were the social and cultural conditions that formed this man? Little RichardCourtesy of Magnolia Pictures His father was a minister, but also a bootlegger and nightclub owner. His parents split when he was young. That ended when Charles booted Richard from the family home after learning his son was gay....

Armando Praca has developed a script based on the novel, with Fernando Nogari attached to direct. Emerging filmmaker Nogri is known for his music video work with the likes of Selina Gomez and Tove Lo. Prodigo co-CEOs Francesco Civita and Beto Gauss are producing. Pródigo co-CEOs Francesco Civita and Beto GaussProdigo Filmes The book follows a gay mans journey to self acceptance in the hinterlands of northeasternBrazil. This is a movie we need to do in Portuguese, added Civita....

EXCLUSIVE: TheTerrifierfranchise has been one of the biggest success stories in grassroots genre moviemaking in recent years. We checked in with directorDamien Leoneand starLauren LaVerato discuss the upcoming third instalment. The Coven handles sales. (L-R) Damien Leone, Lauren LaVera, ‘Terrifier 2’ & Chris JerichoGetty/Jeff Harris/Everett/Getty you’ve got the option to watch an early teaser trailer for the movie below. Watch on Deadline DEADLINE:Where are you at with the new movie?...

Some families are snake-bit. The Kennedys are one that through the decades met success and unspeakable tragedy equally. This is an incredible portrait of a cursed group of human beings. Zac Efron on the attack in ‘The Iron Claw’A24 Three of the brothers died by way of suicide. Another brother died while on tour in Japan, apparently of a rupture. However this is not a story about a father driving his sons to death, but rather brotherhood interrupted....

Here in Jeddah, there is no competing against the power of Indias biggest stars. How did you find the process of that production and the reception the film received? you could get very comfortable where you are. Alia BhattHandout/Getty Images for The Red Sea International Film Festival Im naturally more drawn towards whatever makes me uncomfortable. Its a way for me to compete with myself. The experience of shooting the filming was very unique for me because I shot the film pregnant....

The series will be available on both the bundled Disney app and the standalone Hulu service. (Last year, Hulumade a dealfor the Warner Bros. TV-producedAbbott Elementaryto share it with WBTV sibling Max.) The Disney deal also benefits Netflix, whose initial success was built entirely on licensed programming. (Clockwise Top L-R)‘Lost,’ ‘Archer,’ ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ ‘This is Us,’ ‘Prison Break,’ ‘Archer’ & ‘White Collar’ & ‘Home Improvement’ABC Its the more natural state of the business, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandossaid last weekat the UBS media conference....

British actorDavid Oyelowois drawn to portraying impactful characters, especially Black historical figures throughout the diaspora. He first gained recognition for playing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the 2014 filmSelma. Itearned him a Golden Globe nominationtoday for Best Actor in a Limited Series Made for Television in theParamount+drama. David Oyelowo as Bass Reeves in ‘Lawmen: Bass Reeves’Lauren Smith/Paramount+ This nomination brings more shine and attention to his name and solidifies his hero status....

It debuted at No. 1 and was certified platinum. Over the next few years, Fantasia released more albums and established herself as an R&B star. Fantasia Barrino in ‘The Color Purple’Courtesy of Warner Bros. Her performance earned her raves as she effortlessly conveyed Celies complex emotional journey from abuse victim to empowered woman. Thats when he told me I had been nominated for a Golden Globe, and I started crying....

I remember [the room] being very dark and cold, Wiedlin tellsRolling Stone. I was a virgin. I didnt have much experience with boys; boys tended to ignore me. Rodney Bingenheimer, The Go-Go’s (with Jane Wiedlin in black and white sweater) & Wiedlin insetGetty He picked me out that night. I didnt know what to do; I was pretty much frozen. I didnt say anything; I didnt make a run at stop him....

Was the Oscar race defined all the way back in July? Interestingly, about half (or so it felt) ofAnatomysdialogue isinEnglish. The two pics just faced off in this weekendsEuropean Film Awards, withAnatomysweeping. ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’Warner Bros/Universal These dual nominations forAnatomyandZonealso reinforce the influence of Cannes awards, where they finished one-two in May. Bradley Coopers popularity with Globes voters is intact. ButRustinandThe Color Purplefailed to make the cut in either Best Picture category....

Popular Best Picture candidates and hosts have traditionally been tied to Oscars ratings. NoMissionorJohn Wickmovie has ever been recognized by AMPAS when it comes to Oscar noms. The New Years priority for Cruise is production onMission: Impossible 8. ‘John Wick: Chapter 4,’ ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ & ‘Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning - Part One’Everett Collection A win here at the Globes could further propel its awards chances. Overall, any love forSpider-Verse, OppenheimerandBarbieis lagniappe in regards to their anticipated awards momentum....

There was something for everybody, almost. Did we miss anyone or any flick or series? Drop a line with your suggestions. Paramount/Warner Bros. No, that aint right. Yet, somehow past Globes winner Ferrera, the emotional heart of the Greta Gerwig-helmed blockbuster, got nothin. Shame, on all levels. FerrariNo Globes gas in the tank for Michael Manns Adam Driver-led fast and fierce film. NapoleonGlobes voters decided Ridley Scotts emperor had no clothes....