Jasper Jones: Movie Acquired by N.Y. Distributor Film Movement

New York-based Film Movement has acquired U.S. rights to Jasper Jones by Australia’s Rachel Perkins (“Bran Neu Dae”),  a portrait of life in late-1960s small-town Australia, capturing the loss of childhood innocence.

Griffin, Kathy: CNN Fires Comedienne from New Year’s Program

CNN has fired Kathy Griffin from their annual New Year’s Eve program, which she cohosted with anchor Anderson Cooper.

Little Dragon: Bruce Lee Biopic o be Directed by Shekhar Kapur

Shekhar Kapur will direct Little Dragon, authorized biopic of martial arts legend Bruce Lee.

Jersey Shore: Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino Faces Trouble with Law

Jersey Shore star Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino faces serious trouble with the law.

Man Down: LaBeouf War Thriller Sells Just One Ticket

The war thriller with Shia LaBeouf, grossed just £7 ($8.70) when it premiered in a single U.K. theater over the weekend, according to ComScore.