FX

Sep 17 2024SPORTS

The Tumultuous Life of a Football Star: A New Perspective

Aaron Hernandez, the former NFL player, was never just a football star. His life was a complex tapestry of triumph and tragedy, woven together by the threads of his troubled childhood, his time on the field, and his ultimately fatal descent into darkness. In the new FX series "American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez," we get a glimpse into the multifaceted personality...

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Sep 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Thrill of the Win: FX Boss John Landgraf on a Record-Breaking Emmy Night

As the television industry continues to evolve, FX boss John Landgraf remains optimistic about the future of the medium. In a recent interview, Landgraf reflected on the record-breaking Emmy wins for FX and The Walt Disney Company, highlighting the importance of taking risks and fostering excellence in television. Landgraf emphasized that the wins were not just a re...

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Sep 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Mouse House Takes Home the Gold: Disney and FX Dominate 2024 Emmys

The 76th Emmy Awards saw Disney and FX reign supreme, with a record-breaking 60 wins between them. Disney's 24 wins were boosted by the success of FX-produced programs like Shogun and The Bear, which set records for wins by a drama and comedy in a single year. But what does this say about the state of the television industry? Are we entering an era of conglomerate-do...

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Sep 15 2024BUSINESS

What Happens When Billionaire Mice and Satellite Cowboys Reach a Truce?

The dust has finally settled on the highly publicized dispute between Disney and DirecTV. After nearly two weeks of blackout, the two parties have reached a tentative agreement to restore Disney's entertainment, sports, and news channels to DirecTV's lineup. But let's take a closer look at this deal and what it really means for consumers. Are we simply celebrating a...

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Sep 12 2024CRIME

The Aaron Hernandez Enigma: A Tale of Tragedy and Deception

Before diving into the first two episodes of American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez, it's essential to refresh your knowledge of the Aaron Hernandez story. What if the assumptions about Aaron Hernandez's character are wrong? What might the author have missed? Killer Inside offers a variety of perspectives and first-person accounts from people who knew Aaron, inclu...

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

The Uncertain Future of FX: CFOs Prepare for Election-Driven Market Volatility

As the 2024 US presidential election approaches, CFOs are bracing for potentially severe market volatility, with a whopping 86% planning to increase their currency hedging activity. This surge in hedging activity is a stark contrast to the 2020 election, when only 20% of CFOs planned to hedge their FX risk due to concerns about costs and complexity. The report rev...

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Sep 11 2024CRIME

The Dark Side of the Field: Uncovering the True Story of Aaron Hernandez

In the world of professional sports, athletes are often celebrated for their skills on the field, but sometimes the spotlight shines on their darker, more sinister secrets. For Aaron Hernandez, the story of a once promising football star turned murderer, is one of tragedy and betrayal. This new FX limited series, American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez, re-examines th...

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Sep 08 2024SPORTS

Gridiron Tragedy: Unpacking the Aaron Hernandez Story

A new FX series, “American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez,” is set to premiere, promising a deep dive into the life and fall of former Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez. With ads running during this weekend’s NFL games, the series is generating buzz, but it also raises some important questions. Hernandez was a talented athlete, a national champion, and a beloved fi...

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Sep 06 2024CRIME

The Perfect Crime: Unraveling Nantucket's Darkest Secrets

Nantucket, a picturesque island known for its pristine beaches and quaint charm, has been rocked by a shocking murder that threatens to unravel the fabric of high society. The victim? A member of the wedding party, discovered washed up on the shore after an extravagant rehearsal dinner at the sprawling mansion owned by the groom's family. Who could have committed suc...

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Aug 27 2024COMEDY

Honey, I Blew Up the Kid's Practical Effects: A Timeless Marvel in a CGI-Dominated World

Three decades later, Disney's sci-fi comedy Honey, I Blew Up the Kid continues to leave VFX artists in awe, challenging the norms of computer-generated imagery (CGI) with its clever and innovative practical effects. The movie, directed by Randal Kleiser, follows the Szalinskis as their son Adam grows to an enormous size due to Wayne's (Rick Moranis) new technology. ...

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