Hollywood
Author Minda Harts said that stars like Issa Rae inspire her as she steps into Hollywood.Harts, whose debut novel was recently adapted into a short film, said that networking is key to her success.Harts said that it’s also important to upskill, invest in yourself, and advocate for others. About six…
After playing to the coasts, Hollywood is leaning toward faith and family-based shows and films.Amazon and Netflix recently announced deals for faith-based content.The conservative shift comes as streamers try to make every dollar count but face cultural hurdles. This holiday season, Amazon MGM Studios is set to release “House of…
By Abhirup Roy SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Tesla (NASDAQ:) faces a watershed moment on Thursday when CEO Elon Musk takes the stage at the Warner Bros Hollywood studio to unveil much-delayed plans for a robotaxi, a project that has reignited the electric vehicle maker’s stock, despite cooling expectations for EV…
A cinematographer spoke to BBC News about his struggles for work since the Hollywood strikes.Michael Fortin said his drone company has been hit hard since the strikes last year.Fortin said he now worries about affording just a $5 meal at McDonald’s. A veteran cinematographer told the BBC that a difficult…
Indie films like “Longlegs” and “Thelma” are thriving despite Hollywood’s challenges.A strong box office and diverse audience targeting have boosted indie movie success.Increased film financing and innovative distribution methods are aiding indie growth, too. Despite all the doom and gloom in Hollywood, there’s optimism coming from a surprising place: indie…
Striking Hollywood writers and performers fought hard last year for minimum pay increases and other benefits and protections. It was the first time in more than 60 years that both unions went on strike at the same time.After a monthslong strike last year, SAG-AFTRA actors won minimum pay increases and…
Zendaya’s meteoric rise from Disney Channel star to the most bankable young actress in Hollywood has been impressive to watch. In less than a decade, she’s gone from a staple on the Disney Channel to one on the red carpet, fronting multimillion-dollar movie franchises like “Dune” and “Spider-Man” along with…
In the heart of Bel-Air, a charming residence with a star-studded past is now on the brink of foreclosure by billionaire Elon Musk.Once owned by the late actor Gene Wilder, the four-bedroom property was built in 1951 and hosts 2,750 square feet of living space, wood-beamed ceilings, cozy fireplaces, and…
Filmustage, which uses AI to analyze scripts and do other pre-production tasks, raised $1.5 million in seed funding led by Raw Ventures, a London-based venture capital firm. It’s the startup’s second fundraise after a $550,000 raise in 2023.Started in 2020, Filmustage analyzes scripts in various categories including characters, locations, and…
By Dawn Chmielewski and Greg Bensinger (Reuters) – When Mike Hopkins was approached about leading Amazon (NASDAQ:) Prime Video, his view of the streaming service matched one held widely in Hollywood — it was nothing more than a perk for subscribers of the online retailer’s two-day delivery service. But Amazon…
