The Los Angeles City Council has extended its partnership with FilmLA for another five years. This decision came despite calls from advocacy groups for changes to the city's permitting process. The groups argue that the current system is too complex and costly, which has contributed to a decline in local film and television production over the past decade. The renew...
The summer blockbuster was born out of chaos and uncertainty. A young director, Steven Spielberg, faced a monumental task. He had to turn a bestselling novel about a killer shark into a cinematic sensation. The project was plagued with issues from the start. The mechanical sharks kept breaking down, causing delays and budget overruns. Filming on the open water was a ...
The Juneteenth holiday weekend saw a flurry of activity in movie theaters. How to Train Your Dragon, a live-action remake of a popular animated film, took the lead with nearly $10 million in ticket sales. This film is expected to maintain its top spot despite the arrival of two highly anticipated movies: Danny Boyle's 28 Years Later and Pixar's Elio. Boyle's zom...
The 16th annual Governors Awards is set to shine a spotlight on four remarkable individuals who have made significant contributions to the film industry. The event, scheduled for November 16 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood, will honor actor and producer Tom Cruise, choreographer and actor Debbie Allen, production designer Wynn Thomas, and music icon Do...
A talented actor from Hawaii, David Hekili Kenui Bell, has sadly passed away. His sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, shared this sad news on Facebook. She described him as a kind, funny, and brilliant person. She did not share the cause of his death. David was a member of SAG-AFTRA. This is a big deal because it shows he was a professional actor. He had roles in popular TV...
The movie "How to Train Your Dragon" made a huge splash at the box office, raking in $83 million in its first weekend. This live-action remake of the beloved animated film exceeded expectations, which were set between $70 million and $80 million. The movie's success can be attributed to the excitement of family audiences and the nostalgia factor from the original 201...
A judge has recently dismissed a $400 million defamation lawsuit filed by Justin Baldoni against Blake Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds. This decision does not mean the end of the legal drama, though. Baldoni's lawyer, Bryan Freedman, has made it clear that they plan to refile and amend some of the claims. The lawsuit revolves around accusations of sexual harass...
Bleecker Street has named Kent Sanderson as its new CEO. This move comes after the passing of co-founder Andrew Karpen in April due to brain cancer. Sanderson is no stranger to the company. He has been a key player since Bleecker Street started in 2014. Before this promotion, he was the president and head of acquisitions. His role involved securing films like "Logan ...
The movie world is buzzing with anticipation for "Karate Kid: Legends, " which is set to hit theaters soon. This film is a big deal because it brings together two major stars: Jackie Chan, who was in the 2010 "Karate Kid, " and Ralph Macchio, famous for his role in the original 1984 movie. The excitement doesn't stop there. The popularity of "Cobra Kai, " the Netflix...
This Memorial Day weekend, two big movies are set to make a splash at the box office. "Lilo & Stitch" is leading the charge with a strong start, earning $55 million from Friday showings and previews. This remake is Disney's attempt to bounce back from the flop of "Snow White. " The original "Lilo & Stitch" was a hit in 2002, and this live-action version is expecte...