Gillian Anderson's New Role Fresh off her second Emmy, Gillian Anderson has signed on to the upcoming western-tinged action drama The Abandons. She joins Lena Headey, who had already been announced as part of the cast. Anderson — known for The X-Files and Sex Education — earned her latest Emmy for playing Margaret Thatcher on The Crown. She’ll take on Constance, the...

In a candid conversation, Warner Bros. executive Jeff Robinov shared his disappointment over Christopher Nolan's directorial snub for "Inception" at the Academy Awards. Despite the film receiving eight nominations, Nolan was overlooked in the Best Director category, a decision that left the studio executives stunned. "We were all disappointed for Chris, more than Chris was for himself," Robinov...

Netflix's Opioid Crisis Drama Netflix's Opioid Crisis Drama "Painkiller" Set for August Debut A powerful new limited series examining America's devastating opioid epidemic is coming to Netflix this summer. "Painkiller" offers viewers a fictionalized yet impactful exploration of how this national health crisis began and its far-reaching consequences. The six-episode drama features an impressive...

New York Office, a management firm founded five years ago, has grown through the purchase of bicoastal Alexander/Vienot and Los Angeles–based Ria Images. Although the sellers’ price was not publicly released, sources put the deal at roughly $10 million. The enlarged company will be led by co‑founder and president Julianne Hausler together with Carolyn Hill, who heads commercial...

Best VPNs for Valorant Unlocking Valorant: Breaking Down Regional Barriers with VPNs Are you frustrated by geographical restrictions preventing you from enjoying Valorant with friends across borders? Whether you're in a country like Iran or Syria where Valorant is completely blocked, or you're simply trying to connect with teammates in different regions, these limitations can significantly...

A hairstyle can seal an actor’s transformation, turning a script description into a living person on screen. To honor that craft, the guild for hair and makeup artists presents awards that celebrate designers across film, television, theater and advertising. Behind every convincing look are hours of research, carefully planned continuity and close collaboration with costume designers,...

Netflix Launches Too Hot To Handle 2 Game Your Netflix subscription just unlocked a new level of entertainment. Get ready to tap away on the official Too Hot To Handle 2 mobile game, arriving July 20th. It launches in sync with the highly anticipated Season 5 premiere of the steamy reality series. Experience the fun, the flirting, and the infamous challenges – this time, you can try to...

Major studios now treat a film’s songs as promotional assets as much as artistic elements. A well-placed single can lift soundtrack sales, boost radio and video exposure, and even drive ticket sales for the movie itself. Who chooses the music varies. Directors often set the musical tone, but powerful producers and studio executives frequently influence song selections to serve marketing...

2001 was a tough year for original film scoring: temp tracks, executive interference and a flood of licensed pop left many scores muted or sidelined. Still, several composers cut distinctive paths — here are notable efforts grouped by their musical approach. In the Bedroom — Thomas Newman Approach: Quiet, sparsely scored textures built from a small ensemble (violins, viola, piano,...

Thanksgiving crowds poured into cinemas nationwide, delivering strong midweek numbers across several releases. Adult audiences embraced Universal's R-rated thriller "Spy Game," propelling its opening to $4 million Wednesday and $5.1 million Thursday. Meanwhile, Disney/Pixar's "Monsters Inc." demonstrated enduring appeal, adding $4.2 million and $4.3 million respectively to reach $168 million...