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‘Good Boy’ Filmmaker Ben Leonberg to Direct Movie Adaptation of Horror Novella ‘Look Out’ for Republic Pictures (EXCLUSIVE)
Ben Leonberg, in collaboration with Republic Pictures, is set to direct and co-write a film adaptation of “Look Out,” a horror novella from Artists Writers and Artisans and Vertigo Entertainment, Variety can reveal exclusively. Leonberg will co-write the script with Alex Cannon, who previously worked on Leonberg’s breakout hit “Good Boy.” Roy Lee and Andrew […]
‘Trick ‘r Treat’ Director Michael Dougherty on the Joy of Designing Sam, His Signature Halloween Mascot, ‘Strictly for the Passion, Strictly for the Art’
Michael Dougherty really loves October 31. “Some of my earliest memories were Halloween,” Dougherty said during a Variety-moderated production masterclass in partnership with genre festival FilmQuest in Provo, Utah. “Carving a pumpkin with my dad, going out trick-or-treating. That, combined with my love of horror movies and the occult, made me go down the Halloween […]
Smart packaging film 'lights up' under UV as meat loses freshness
Food spoilage causes chemical changes that are not always easy to detect by appearance alone. To provide a clearer indication of freshness and quality, researchers at Kyushu University have developed a smart packaging film that changes color and glows under ultraviolet (UV) light as meat loses freshness. Tested with refrigerated mutton, the film responds to compounds released during spoilage…
Alex Cooper, Matt Kaplan, Unwell Sign With CAA
Creative Artists Agency has signed Alex Cooper, Matt Kaplan, and their media and entertainment company Unwell for representation, a move that has been in discussions for weeks. CAA will work with the duo to expand their business of Unwell, their content company, while supporting growth and the development of original intellectual property. Unwell in August […]
The folks behind John Wick are back with Karōshi trailer
Stuntman/director Chad Stahelski and 87Eleven bring us an action-packed dystopian, futuristic thriller.
George R.R. Martin Tapped for Lifetime Achievement Nod at Infinity Festival (Exclusive)
In addition, Pola Maneli, director of the animated short 'Apart,' co-written by Spike Lee, has joined the lineup for the previously announced ASIFA-Showcase.
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Grows in Syndication and Streaming as Season 44 Introduces New Gameplay (EXCLUSIVE)
“Wheel of Fortune” introduced some new features for its Season 44, and it appears to be paying off with viewers. The long-running syndicated game show is averaging 8.59 million viewers in linear this year, up 17% from last year, while its household rating is a 4.8, up 16% from last year. Meanwhile, producer Sony Pictures […]
‘The Bachelor’ Returns, ‘The Rookie’ Moves as ABC Sets Midseason Schedule
'Will Trent' and 'High Potential' are set to begin new seasons in early January.
Sebastián Lelio, Chilean Director of Oscar-Winning ‘A Fantastic Woman,’ Dies at 52
Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio, who directed the Oscar winner “A Fantastic Woman,” died Friday at his home in Santiago. He was 52. His partner, actress Amalia Kassai, posted on Instagram, saying his death was “due to health reasons.” According to Chilean news outlet El Mercurio Online, Kassai contacted police after he was found at his […]
Nick Cave Will Now Be Answering Your Questions in Person
Artist has set Conversations With Nick Cave tour dates for the spring
Why Does Amazon Want a TV Show Starring Melania Trump?
Amazon, it seems, cannot get enough “Melania.” And at this moment, they feel like the only entity for whom that’s true. The company has announced its plan to release a two-part documentary series about First Lady Melania Trump on Nov. 20; this follows on the stilettoed heels of their feature film documentary, “Melania,” released in […]
‘THR Presents’ Q&A With Hana Jusic, Director of Croatian Oscar Contender ‘God Will Not Help’
The period drama, set in rural Croatia, circa 1910, takes inspiration from 'Wuthering Heights' and gothic horror to tell a surprisingly modern tale of female liberation.
‘Drummer Boy’ Review: Love, Family and Revolution Conflict at Musket’s Point in a Swoony Period Musical
Arriving a bit late to ride the fizzled momentum of the nation’s semiquincentennial, and a bit early for Christmas, patriotic musical “Drummer Boy” nonetheless should strike a chord with Christian audiences. It’s the first feature for several collaborators since 2024’s “Unsung Hero,” one of the bigger “faith-based entertainment” hits in recent years, though this tale […]
Xochitl Gomez Caught Your Attention With Her Dancing Skills. Her Voice in ‘Cat in the Hat’ Is Next
The 20-year-old actress, who rose to fame with her role in 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' and later with her 'Dancing With the Stars' win, took on a new challenge voicing Gabby in the new animated film.
See Reds 2027 postgame concert lineup with Dierks Bentley, more
See Reds 2027 postgame concert lineup with Dierks Bentley, Bailey Zimmerman, more
Jordan Firstman (Sort Of) Grows Up With Debut Feature Film ‘Club Kid’
As the Instagram star-turned-auteur brought his Cannes breakout home to the New York Film Festival, he talked about adding a queer entry to the comedy canon, and how he’s more patient than he thought.
Disney Hires Netflix PR Vet Emily Feingold as Comms VP, Replacing David Jefferson
Feingold, most recently VP and head of communications for the U.S. and Canada at Netflix, will report to Disney comms chief Paul Roeder.
Inside Audible’s ‘Dracula’ Gamble: An A-List Cast, Record Opening and “Cinema for the Ears”
Audible’s head of content, international explains why Stoker’s epistolary novel was “meant to be heard,” how Jonathan Bailey, Ella Purnell and Maggie Gyllenhaal anchored a seven-language production, and why Audible sees audio as proof of concept for screen.
ABC Schedule: ‘High Potential’ Season 3 Sets January Premiere, ‘The Bachelor’ Season 30 Launches in March and More
ABC has set premiere dates for its midseason lineup, which notably includes the returns of “High Potential,” “The Bachelor” and more as well as a new series called “Surviving a Scandal.” Things kick off on Tuesday Jan. 5, opening with the “Will Trent” Season 5 premiere at 8 p.m. followed by “High Potential” Season 3 […]
‘Entertainment Tonight’ Sees Big Ratings Gains This Fall, Following ‘Access Hollywood’ Cancellation (EXCLUSIVE)
“Entertainment Tonight” is widening its lead as the No. 1 syndicated newsmagazine, averaging 2.99 million viewers during the week of Oct. 5, according to Nielsen live+same-day ratings. That week was significant to the CBS Media Ventures-produced and distributed “Entertainment Tonight,” as it coincided with the CBS network’s primetime premiere week. “ET” was up 9% vs. […]
Netflix Alum Emily Feingold Joins Disney as Executive VP of Communications
Netflix alum Emily Feingold has joined the Walt Disney Co. as executive VP of communications, where she will steer media relations, financial and technology communications as well as enterprise editorial, executive and brand messaging. Feingold’s move to Disney in a senior communications role comes five months after she left Netflix following a nine-year tenure with […]
Fox wraps up its $22 billion Roku deal
No Hannity on your home screen, at least for now.
‘La Bola Negra’ to Receive International Star Award at Palm Springs International Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)
The cast and filmmakers behind “La Bola Negra” will receive the International Star Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival on Jan. 7. Co-directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi and stars Penélope Cruz, Guitarricadelafuente and Miguel Bernardeau will attend the 38th annual gala event to accept the award. “With ‘La Bola Negra,’ Javier Calvo […]