Actors Strike Hits Locarno: Riz Ahmed Pulls Out of Festival, Stellan Skarsgard to Forgo Award in Solidarity (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The cast of 'Theater Camp' will also not be attending the Swiss festival.
Comic-Con Averted an Apocalypse Despite Two Strikes (and Little Hollywood) (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Comic books took center stage for the first time in more than a decade as directors stepped in — sometimes awkwardly — for their stars: "I don’t have anything to say, so I don’t know why we’re here."
AMC Theatres Drops Variable Pricing Plan That Charged More for Better Seats (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
‘The Zone of Interest’ Named Best Picture of 2023 by L.A. Film Critics Association (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Entertainment Sector Unites to Oppose European Law That Would Ban Geo-Blocking (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Warner Bros. Discovery, NBCUniversal and Sony Pictures join forces with StudioCanal, soccer's English Premier League and the MPA to oppose new legislation that would end geo-blocking of film and TV content across the European Union.
‘The Witcher’ Author Says Netflix “Never Listened” to His Ideas (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Franchise author Andrzej Sapkowski says the streamer didn't listen to his suggestions for the show, which has been plagued by uproars over deviations from its source material.
‘Shadow and Bone’ Author Responds to Netflix Cancellation: “Heartbroken and Deeply Disappointed” (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Leigh Bardugo addressed the news that the series based on her Grishaverse novels is ending after two seasons and will not get a spinoff on the streamer.
Why the Dying DVD Business Could Be Headed for a Resurrection (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Netflix and Best Buy said adieu to discs — but with streamers deleting titles to cut costs, could DVDs and Blu-rays mimic the revival of vinyl and CDs?
In Wake of Russell Brand Allegations, U.K. to Introduce Independent Body to Address Bullying and Harassment in Creative Industries (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
British culture minister Lucy Frazer, together with talents from the U.K. film, TV, music and theater sectors, announced the new body, which will be ready to take cases next year.
The CW Adds True Crime Series for 2024 (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Former ABC News president James Goldston will executive produce 'Crime Nation.'...
WGAW President Addresses “Distinction” in Criticism of Bill Maher Resuming Production During Strike: “There’s Definitely Some Anger” (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
"He's a Writers Guild member, and he's going back to work, so yes, a lot of people are saying that's scabbing," Meredith Stiehm told CNN's Jake Tapper during a recent episode of 'The Lead.'...
Drew Barrymore Announces Talk Show Return Amid Strikes, Says It Will Comply With WGA and SAG Strike Rules: “I Own This Choice” (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The actress explained the fourth season of the show will abide by the rules of the writers and actors strikes in not promoting struck work. However, the WGA argues that 'The Drew Barrymore Show' is a struck show and it plans to picket outside its studios this week.
Toronto: Taika Waititi’s ‘Next Goal Wins’ Gets Rousing Standing Ovation (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The underdog soccer comedy’s real-life characters team coach Thomas Rogen and Jaiyah Saelua, the first transgender football player in a FIFA World Cup qualifying match, basked in applause from the TIFF audience.
‘Knox Goes Away’ Review: Michael Keaton Is a Hitman With Dementia in Neo-Noir Misfire (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The actor directs and stars as a killer facing a devastating diagnosis in this film also featuring Al Pacino, James Marsden and Marcia Gay Harden.
SAG-AFTRA Political Candidate Backs Plan to Sue His Own Union Over Its COVID-19 Work Agreement (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Pete Antico, who is running with an independent slate of candidates challenging Fran Drescher, says members were "discriminated against and harmed" by the union's Return to Work deal and are "taking matters into their own hands."
More Allegations of Picket-Busting at NBCUniversal Campus (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
This time it’s Sheraton hotel workers claiming retribution, including by being asked to show their immigration-related papers....
ABC Reveals Next ‘Bachelor’ Lead During Emotional ‘Bachelorette’ Finale (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Charity Lawson's run as the Bachelorette ended Monday with her three-hour finale....
‘The White Lotus’ EP on Learning of That [SPOILER] for the First Time: “When I Read That Script, I Was Blown Away” (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
David Bernad talks about the big learning curves to filming an American TV show in Italy and the lessons he’s taking with him into season three.
‘Succession’ Director Mark Mylod Shares His Thoughts on Shiv and Kendall’s Post-Finale Whereabouts and Roman’s Cut Line (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The longtime helmer, who directed the acclaimed May 29 series finale, talks to The Hollywood Reporter about the Roy family endings, those record-breaking Emmy nods and why he wouldn't dare speak for Brian Cox.
Bruce Willis’ Wife Gives Blunt Update Amid His Dementia Battle: “I’m Not Good” (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Emma Heming Willis gave an update on her family's struggle while taking care of the ailing actor.
‘Barbie’ Banned in Algeria Amid Arab World Boycott Threats (Report) (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Local reports point to screenings of the Warner Bros. movie being halted for promoting "Western deviances."
Fathom Is Expanding Beyond Faith-Based and Opera Events (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The Colorado-based distributor known for niche cinematic experiences is now helping originals hit the big screen as "audiences are looking for special content."
‘Telemarketers’ Review: HBO Exposé Is an Unsettling Good Time (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
You know the annoying guys who call you during dinner and promise your donations are going to charity? They get a three-hour docuseries with Danny McBride and the Safdies among its executive producers.
HBO Orders Marvel-DC Parody Series ‘The Franchise’ From ‘Succession,’ ‘Veep’ Writers (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
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Feinberg Forecast: Updated Emmys Projections for First Week of August (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage weighs in on 31 categories.
