F9: Family Secrets, Unanswered Questions
For writer-producer-director Justin Lin, who returns to the franchise for his fifth turn behind the camera with F9, his Fast homecoming was joyful, but unexpected. Lin had not directed the two most recent films, and although he had maintained his relationships with producer and star Vin Diesel and the Fast family, it wasn’t until an […]
Jupiter’s Legacy: Mark Millar Launches Netflix’s New Superhero Universe
The eight-episode Jupiter’s Legacy is based on the Image Comics series of the same name that Millar created with vet comic book artist Frank Quitely in 2013.
Obama 2017: Tweet about Love and Unity is Most Liked Tweet
Barack Obama’s post-Charlottesville tweet about love and unity has become the most liked tweet ever with over 2.7 million likes and counting.
Chateau Marmont Hit With New Lawsuit Over Alleged Racist Incidents Involving Guests
The Chateau Marmont has been hit with multiple lawsuits from former staffers since September.
Hollywood 2021: ArcLight Cinemas and Pacific Theatres to Close Permanently
The two brands operated more than 300 screens in California, including the Cinerama Dome in Hollywood.
Filmmaker Bong Joon Ho (Parasite) on Hollywood’s Response to Anti-Asian Violence
“Creators and filmmakers can be bolder with dealing with issues and they shouldn’t be afraid to confront them,” said the Oscar-winning (Parasite) filmmaker during Chapman University’s Master Class series.
John Oliver:The ‘Last Week Tonight’ host takes issue with Biden calling the shootings Un-American:
John Oliver on Atlanta Shootings: “Anti-Asian Racism Has Long Been a Fact of American Life.”
Grammys 2021: Beyonce, Taylor Swift Make History
Beyoncé broke a record, Taylor Swift claimed album of the year, Megan Thee Stallion won best new artist, Billie Eilish won record of the year for “Everything I Wanted,” and H.E.R.’s “I Can’t Breathe” nabbed song of the year.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: Texas-Based Theater Chain Files for Chapter 11
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, the Texas-based theater chain that has become a favorite with cinephiles, has filed for Chapter 11.
Streisand: First and Only Best Director Winner at 1984 Golden Globes
This year’s directing nominees include unprecedented three women:Emerald Fennell, Regina King and Chloé Zhao
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