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OR Media, a British production company known for its work with the Saudi state broadcaster and BBC, recently made headlines after laying off 14% of its workforce. The company has also reportedly failed to pay freelancers, potentially owing hundreds of thousands of pounds. The chaotic financial situation at OR Media has been confirmed by both

Tokyo-based Kino Films recently announced a groundbreaking deal with Lionsgate and GK Films to distribute the highly-anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, in Japan. This partnership not only highlights the globalization of the film industry but also emphasizes the importance of international distribution strategies in reaching diverse audiences around the world. By teaming up with local

Scarlett Johansson recently took on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman during an interview with The New York Times. The actress did not mince words when she suggested that Altman would make a fitting Marvel villain, possibly equipped with a robotic arm. This jab at Altman comes in light of their public feud in May, sparked by

Imax’s recent deal with Muvi Cinemas, Saudi Arabia’s largest exhibitor, marks the opening of four new Imax With Laser locations in prominent commercial centers across the country. The expansion includes two locations in Riyadh, the capital city, one in Jeddah’s Mall of Arabia, and the first Imax system in Dhahran. While three of the locations

In a universe filled with superheroes, it’s hard to imagine Robert Downey Jr. playing the villain. However, it was revealed that he initially auditioned for the role of Doctor Doom in the 2005 film Fantastic Four. This missed opportunity could have drastically changed the trajectory of his career and the Marvel Cinematic Universe as a

The box office landscape has been dominated by big-budget blockbusters for as long as we can remember, but every now and then, independent films manage to make a significant impact. A24’s drama Sing Sing, starring Colman Domingo, has recently made waves with its impressive limited opening and per screen average. With a gross of $137,119

The recent political turmoil in Hollywood leading up to the Republican and Democratic National Conventions has left many questioning the efficacy of celebrity endorsements and political statements. Figures like Robert De Niro, Bette Midler, and George Clooney have been vocal in their support for various candidates, only to see their chosen champions falter in the

James Paxton, son of the late Golden Globe nominee Bill Paxton, shared his emotional experience on the set of the upcoming sequel Twisters. He expressed that being a part of this project after his father’s passing in 2017 was a challenging yet significant opportunity. James mentioned that it took him some time to process the

The case involving Alec Baldwin and the fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has had a rollercoaster of legal developments. Initially facing involuntary manslaughter charges, Baldwin saw the case dismissed due to critical evidence being concealed. However, the lawyer for the victim’s husband, Matthew Hutchins, has made it clear that they plan to hold

The official trailer for Paramount’s Gladiator II broke records in its first 24 hours after its release, surpassing the debut trailer views of the highly anticipated Top Gun: Maverick. Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott, was viewed by an impressive 128 million people worldwide on various social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.