In a surprising turn of events, Sony Pictures has secured the international distribution rights for Celine Song’s upcoming film, “Materialists,” in a deal reportedly worth eight figures. This announcement comes hot on the heels of the studio’s recent acquisition of Margot Robbie’s highly anticipated project, “Big Bold Beautiful Journey.” With A24 handling the U.S. release,
The recent events at Pastor Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church have left a deep mark on both the congregation and the community at large. The shooting that took place on Super Bowl Sunday has shaken the sense of security that many people once felt within the walls of this megachurch. As Pastor Osteen himself mentioned, it
Former New York governor Andrew Cuomo recently addressed a group of influential women activists, donors, and thought leaders at the Central Park West home of Third Point hedge funder Daniel Loeb and his philanthropist wife, Margaret Munzer Loeb. The event was focused on combatting antisemitism in New York, which has been a pressing issue for
In one of the final pre-sales projects showcased at the European Film Market, a captivating reimagining of the Dracula story has been unveiled. This ambitious project will be directed by none other than Luc Besson, the mastermind behind films like Lucy and the Taken series. What makes this project even more intriguing is the star-studded
Bill Maher recently expressed his frustration with the abundance of talking points dominating the current political discourse. He highlighted the monotony of hearing the same complaints about the economy and other issues, emphasizing the need for more nuanced discussions. Maher’s critique sheds light on the repetitive nature of political rhetoric that often fails to address
French-Senegalese filmmaker Mati Diop delves into the intricate connections between cultural artifacts and the construction of identity in her latest feature, Dahomey. The film takes its name from the historical West African kingdom of Dahomey, renowned for its powerful rulers and unique societal structures. Under the reign of King Houegbadja and his successors, the kingdom
During the opening night of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Australia, fans were not only treated to an incredible performance by the global sensation but also witnessed a touching act of generosity from her father, Scott Swift. As the Melbourne Cricket Ground filled with a record-breaking attendance of 96,000 Swifties, Scott walked through the crowds,
The world was buzzing when Usher revealed that Justin Bieber declined to join him during his Super Bowl 2024 Halftime Show. In a recent interview, the 45-year-old Grammy winner shared that it simply didn’t work out with Bieber. Usher, who had mentored Bieber when he was a teenager, mentioned that they had a brief conversation
Paramount’s Bob Marley: One Love had an impressive opening day with $14M, but saw a significant drop on Thursday, bringing in $3.85M. This biopic directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green is expected to have a six-day opening in the range of $35M-$38M. Despite the initial success, the drop in box office numbers raises questions about whether
The Australian television production market is about to witness its first major deal in quite some time. WTFN, one of the few remaining independent production companies in Australia, has recently announced that it is up for sale. This news comes as a surprise to many industry insiders, as WTFN has been a prominent player in