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Lav Diaz’s ‘Phantosmia’ Debuts Trailer Ahead of Venice Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Lav Diaz’s “Phantosmia,” which has its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival in the out of competition section, has debuted its trailer. Venice's 'Bestiari, Erbari, Lapidari' Boarded by Fandango Sales, Teaser Debuts (EXCLUSIVE) The film centers on Hilarion Zabala, whose mysterious olfactory problem has recurred. A counselor/psychiatrist suspects it to be a lingering case of phantosmia, a phantom smell, and possibly caused by trauma, a deep psychological fracture. One recommended radical process to cure the ailment was that Hilarion must go back and deal with the darkest currents of his past life in the military service. Reassigned in the very remote...
Chicago-Based ‘The Daily Show’ Fans Welcome Their Favorite Show to the Windy City — and in at Least One Case, Hope to Shake Out an Extra Ticket
CHICAGO — Here’s how much of a fan Susan Friedman is of “The Daily Show”: Back in 2010, the Chicago resident decided, on a whim, to drive to Washington, D.C. for the day in order to attend Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert’s very real “Rally to Restore Sanity And/Or Fear.”DNC: Jeffrey Wright Narrating Kamala Harris Video to Premiere on First Night (EXCLUSIVE) “I just drove in, went to the rally, and then drove back,” she said. “And when people heard that I was going, three other people said they were in. They just literally joined the car, and we didn’t even...
‘Pacific Rim’ Prequel Series in Development at Legendary Entertainment Under First-Look TV Deal With Eric Heisserer (EXCLUSIVE)
Legendary Entertainment has entered into a first-look television deal with Eric Heisserer, Variety has learned exclusively. Apple TV+'s Renewed 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' Relocates Production to Australia Under the deal, Heisserer and Carmen Lewis — with whom Heisserer founded the production company Chronology — will develop and shepherd IP-driven and related projects for Legendary. The first project to be developed under the deal will be a “Pacific Rim” origin story series. “Eric is a multitalented, prolific creator whose track record of critical and commercial successes speaks for itself,” said Jason Clodfelter, president of Legendary Television. “We are thrilled to launch our...
DNC: Jeffrey Wright Narrating Kamala Harris Video to Premiere on First Night (EXCLUSIVE)
Jeffrey Wright is the latest celebrity to show his support for Kamala Harris at the 2024 Democratic National Convention.How to Watch the Democratic National Convention Live Online The Oscar-nominated actor is narrating a video about the vice president that will premiere Monday evening during the first night of the DNC. The video, which also features Beyonce’s “Freedom,” will be played in the United Center in Chicago and broadcast simultaneously around 6:30 p.m. PT. News of Wright’s participation comes on the heels of Sunday’s announcement that Kerry Washington, Mindy Kaling, Ana Navarro and Tony Goldwyn will host the convention, which runs from Aug. 19 to...
Theorist Media, Founded by MatPat and Stephanie Patrick, Signs With Talent-Management Firm Night
Theorist Media — the digital studio and consulting firm founded by MatPat, the longtime host of Game Theory, and Stephanie Patrick — signed with Night, a talent-management company specializing in digital creators.Rooster Teeth's Roost Podcast Network Sold to Night, a Digital Talent Management Agency Video-game influencers and married couple MatPat (full name: Matthew Patrick) and Stephanie (aka Cordy Patrick) launched their original Game Theory channel in 2009. Since then, they’ve expanded their reach into film, food and fashion verticals. In 2022, they sold the company to Lunar X, a company that provides creators by providing unparalleled access to IP expansion initiatives,...
In Honor of Alain Delon: A Star So Handsome, He Was Obliged to Underplay His Looks
Cinema isn’t a beauty contest, but if it were, Alain Delon surely would have won the title of the 1960s’ most handsome actor.Alain Delon, French Star of 'Le Samourai,' Dies at 88 That’s a subjective call, of course, and as such, Delon is the kind of figure about whom writers tend to fall back on the word “arguably” — as in, “arguably the most handsome” — which is kind of a cop-out, as it leaves the argument to somebody else. When it comes to Delon, plenty have made the case. I loved Anthony Lane’s longform analysis of Delon’s allure in The...
How to Watch the Democratic National Convention Live Online
Kamala Harris is set to receive the official presidential nomination this week at the Democratic National Convention, which will take place from Aug. 19-22 in Chicago, Illinois. The event will be held at the United Center and will gather the Democratic Party delegates and leaders to officially nominate Harris, in addition to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for Vice President.Jason Isbell to Perform at Opening Night of Democratic National Convention The convention is gearing up to be a star-studded affair, with Kerry Washington, Mindy Kaling, Ana Navarro and Tony Goldwyn serving as hosts. Each host will serve as the master of ceremonies for one...
Amazon Music Drama ‘The Runarounds’ From ‘Outer Banks’ Creator Adds Six to Cast
“The Runarounds,” a young adult drama inspired by the real eponymous band, has added six series regulars to its cast. Brooklyn Decker, Maximo Salas, Marley Aliah, Hayes MacArthur, Mark Wystrach and Shea Pritchard are joining on to the cast of the series, created by “Outer Banks” creator Jonas Pate and produced by Skydance Television. The series stars William Lipton, Axel Ellis, Jeremy Yun, Zendé Murdock and Jesse Golliher of the real-life band —alongside creator Pate’s daughter Lilah Pate and Kelley Pereira. Per the show’s logline: “The series follows a tight-knit group of young adults from all walks of life who come together...
Gina Rodriguez Cast in ‘Will Trent’ Season 3 at ABC
Gina Rodriguez has joined the Season 3 cast of the ABC drama “Will Trent” as a series regular.Ty Burrell Comedy Pilot 'Forgive and Forget' Not Moving Forward at ABC She will play Marion Alba, who is described as a “charismatic, confident assistant district attorney who is new to Atlanta. After her first encounter with Will (Ramón Rodriguez) falls flat, the pair is surprised to learn that they must work together to investigate a crime in the world of Atlanta gangs.” Rodriguez is best known for leading “Jane the Virgin,” the CW dramedy that ran for five seasons from 2014 to 2019. She also starred...
Jason Isbell to Perform at Opening Night of Democratic National Convention
On a night when President Joe Biden will be addressing the Democratic National Convention, another guest will be speaking up — or singing out — for the working Joe. Jason Isbell will be performing on the first night of the convention in Chicago, singing his working man’s anthem “Something More Than Free.”How 1968's Chaotic DNC Mirrored This Year's Campaign Upheavals Although the DNC’s musical guests have so far not been announced in advance, Isbell’s impending appearance became clear to the world Sunday night via CNN. The network was conducting live broadcasts from its booth at the United Center in Chicago, where...
After Wild Fourth Season, ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Sets Season 5 Premiere Date, Bravo Releases First Trailer
Bravo has set the Season 5 premiere date for “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” for Sept. 18, and all of the Season 4 cast will return — minus Monica Garcia, who was exposed in that season’s finale as an internet troll who had tormented the women before joining the cast. Lisa Barlow, Heather Gay, Angie Katsanevas, Meredith Marks and Whitney Rose are all back, and Mary Cosby will return to the show as a full-time cast member. (Cosby quit/was fired after ditching the show’s Season 2 reunion, but then rejoined the show as a “friend” of the cast...
How 1968’s Chaotic DNC Mirrored This Year’s Campaign Upheavals
The sky above Chicago is bright and blue as Democrats gather this week to pitch their vision for America on live TV over the next four nights.'The Late Show,' 'The Daily Show' Prepare For the Democratic Convention -- Including Guest Hillary Clinton and a New Kamala Harris Biofilm But no matter how high the hopes of the faithful, there are clouds hanging over this particular Democratic National Convention that have been there for more than 50 years. Ghosts from the last time the Democrats convened for a DNC in Chicago were evident Sunday as delegates and other attendees arrived in the...
Netflix’s ‘Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft’ Trailer Introduces Hayley Atwell’s Animated Ass-Kicking Archaeologist
Lara Croft is back. In the new trailer for Netflix’s animated series “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft,” Hayley Atwell takes on the voice of the iconic archeologist for a new adventure set in the video game franchise’s universe. Millie Bobby Brown to Adapt Her Novel 'Nineteen Steps' Into Netflix Film “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” picks up after the events of the “Tomb Raider” video game “Survivor” trilogy (“Tomb Raider”, “Rise of the Tomb Raider” and “Shadow of the Tomb Raider”), and will chart the globetrotting heroine’s next chapter exploring ancient mysteries. Per the show’s official description: “Following...
Millie Bobby Brown to Adapt Her Novel ‘Nineteen Steps’ Into Netflix Film
“Stranger Things” star Millie Bobby Brown plans to turn her debut novel, “Nineteen Things,” into a feature film at Netflix.Netflix's 'Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft' Trailer Introduces Hayley Atwell's Animated Ass-Kicking Archaeologist Brown has close ties to the streaming behemoth because it’s home to the hugely popular television series that propelled her to fame. She’s also worked with Netflix on the Sherlock Holmes spinoff series “Enola Holmes” and the fantasy adventure “Damsel.” Brown will produce “Nineteen Things” through her company PCMA Productions and is in talks to star in the movie adaptation, according to Deadline, which broke the news...
This Chappell Roan Physical Release Comes With an Exclusive Poster and Limited-Edition Vinyl
Chappell Roan is the latest star to get the Target exclusive vinyl treatment, following limited-edition releases for everyone from Olivia Rodrigo and Charli XCX to Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish.Taylor Swift's 'Poets' Tops Album Chart for a 15th Week, as Chappell Roan Reaches a New High of No. 2 The upcoming vinyl release of Roan’s breakout 2023 album “Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” is now available to pre-order exclusively on Target and will officially ship out beginning Sept. 20. The set comes with a limited-edition peaches-and-cream vinyl in addition to a poster with an illustration of Roan inspired by...
With ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ and ‘Alien: Romulus,’ Fox Movies Prove Value to Disney Beyond ‘Avatar’
When Disney acquired 20th Century Fox in 2019 in one of the biggest media takeovers of all time, the House of Mouse absorbed its film slate — and promptly had to slog through an endless series of commercial duds.Judge Bars Disney, Warner, Fox From Launching Sports Streamer Venu Movies like “X-Men” spinoffs “Dark Phoenix” and “New Mutants,” Brad Pitt’s astronaut drama “Ad Astra,” buddy comedy “Stuber,” Harrison Ford-led canine adventure “The Call of the Wild” and animated pigeon comedy “Spies in Disguise” were rejected by audiences and sputtered at the box office. Worse, they didn’t exactly instill confidence in the film...
Taylor Swift Meets With Families of Girls Caught Up in Southport Stabbing Attack
Taylor Swift has met with families of the London girls caught up in the Southport stabbing attack last month, welcoming them for backstage visits during her five-night stand at Wembley Stadium.Taylor Swift's 'Poets' Tops Album Chart for a 15th Week, as Chappell Roan Reaches a New High of No. 2 One mom, Sami Foster, posted a now-viral TikTok video with a carousel of photos from a backstage visit with her girls Hope and Autumn. Swift’s mother, Andrea Swift, is also seen posing in the gallery with Foster’s family. In the photos, one of the girls appears to have a bandage on...
Quinta Brunson and Director Randall Einhorn on Choreographing That Kiss At the End of ‘Abbott Elementary’ Season 3
“Abbott Elementary” ended its third season with a moment that fans of the show have been waiting for: After plenty of will-they-or-won’t-they, Janine (Quinta Brunson) and Gregory (Tyler James Williams) finally got together. Jeff Ross on Organizing the Tom Brady Roast, the Art of 'Backhanded Compliments' and Defending Kim Kardashian: 'I Was Impressed' “I think it’s just remarkable that so many people are so invested in these two dork teachers in Philadelphia,” Brunson tells Variety‘s Awards Circuit Podcast. “I find it to be really, really endearing that even even peers of mine in the industry have asked me seriously, ‘so, what’s...
‘Friday the 13th’ Prequel Series at Peacock Taps Brad Caleb Kane as New Showrunner
The “Friday the 13th” prequel series “Crystal Lake” has brought on Brad Caleb Kane as the new creator, showrunner, and executive producer. 'The Traitors' Renewed for Two More Seasons at Peacock; Alan Cumming Continues as Host The show hails from A24 and was ordered to series at Peacock in 2022. Kane’s hiring comes roughly three months after the original series creator, Bryan Fuller, was fired from the project. No plot details are available for the series, but in the original 1980 film, Jason Voorhees is a child who drowns at Camp Crystal Lake. His death leads his mother Pamela to seek...
Avicii’s Sneakers, Music Instruments and More Up for Auction to Benefit His Mental Health Foundation
Sneakers, clothes, musical instruments and other memorabilia from Tim ’Avicii’ Bergling’s personal collection will be available to purchase as part of an auction supporting the late DJ’s foundation. The Tim Bergling Foundation advocates for the recognition of suicide as a global health crisis and actively works to remove the stigma attached to suicide and mental health issues. New Avicii Documentary in the Works Focusing on the Late DJ's Discovery and Rise to Fame (EXCLUSIVE) Stockholms Auktionsverk in Avicii’s native Sweden will present the Avicii Collection, an auction consisting of 267 items that have been donated by his family. The proceeds will...
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