Song: Love Is A Long Road Artist: Tom Petty Written by Thomas Earl Petty and Michael W. Campbell Published by Universal Music Works on behalf of Wild Gator Music (GMR) and Wixen Music Publishing, Inc. as agent for Gone Gator Music (ASCAP) and NotoriousJBPSongs (ASCAP) Courtesy of Universal Music Enterprises, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Launched during the pandemic with a playbook to shoot $150 million-plus seasons with no pilots, the Disney unit is undergoing growing pains and seeing the logic of "traditional TV culture."...
Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel all shared messages of solidarity with victims, while Meyers also called on the world to maintain its humanity: "We are most at risk of losing our own humanity when we are justifiably blind with rage and sadness."...
A family’s (Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke) vacation is upended when two strangers (Mahershala Ali and Myha’la) arrive at night, seeking refuge from a cyberattack that grows more terrifying by the minute, forcing everyone to come to terms with their places in a collapsing world....
We have reached a tentative agreement on a new 2023 MBA, which is to say an agreement in principle on all deal points, subject to drafting final contract language....
During the latest day of negotiations, artificial intelligence, viewership-based compensation and the size of writers' rooms continued to be top issues....
SAG-AFTRA Accuses Studios of “Bully Tactics” as Talks Suspended (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
On Wednesday, the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers halted talks given that the gap between the parties is "too great."...
‘Daredevil’ Hits Reset Button as Marvel Overhauls Its TV Business (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Launched during the pandemic with a playbook to shoot $150 million-plus seasons with no pilots, the Disney unit is undergoing growing pains and seeing the logic of "traditional TV culture."...
‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Moves to Netflix After Paramount+ Cancellation (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Both seasons of the animated kids show, including the unaired sophomore run, have found a new home....
Now What? The Five Crises Confronting a Post-Strike Hollywood (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Hollywood’s "summer of strikes" may be about to wrap, but don’t pop the champagne just yet. Existential issues still loom large....
BBC FAST channels on Amazon Freevee US (advanced-television.com)
https://advanced-television.com/2023/10/11/bbc-fast-channels-on-amazon-freevee-us/
Why Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon’ Movies Are Being Released Just Two Months Apart (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The star is literally betting the ranch on the project, his boldest since 1990's 'Dances with Wolves.'...
Late Night Hosts Address “Horror” of Israel-Hamas War: “We Didn’t Even Attempt to Write Jokes About This” (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel all shared messages of solidarity with victims, while Meyers also called on the world to maintain its humanity: "We are most at risk of losing our own humanity when we are justifiably blind with rage and sadness."...
Valve Says Counter-Strike 2 for macOS Not Happening Because There Aren't Enough Players on Mac to Justify It (www.macrumors.com)
https://www.macrumors.com/2023/10/10/valve-confirms-counter-strike-2-no-macos/
Writers Guild Ratifies Strike-Ending Contract With Studios (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Ninety-nine percent of WGA members voted to support the contract in a vote that ended on Monday....
‘Loki’ Delivers Strong Viewing for Season 2 Premiere, Disney+ Says (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The streamer is touting the tune-in for the opening episode of the Marvel series....
A pedestrian was pinned under a Cruise robotaxi after another car’s hit-and-run (www.engadget.com)
The woman is reportedly in critical condition....
Gmail is also getting emoji reactions (www.engadget.com)
Because sometimes, emoji make the best responses....
Samsung’s new T9 Portable SSD is twice as fast as the T7 (www.engadget.com)
It ships in 1TB, 2TB and 4TB options, starting at $140....
iRacing acquires NASCAR team properties’ exclusive simulation-style console racing game license (www.nascar.com)
https://www.nascar.com/news-media/2023/10/05/iracing-acquires-nascar-team-properties-exclusive-simulation-style-console-racing-game-license/
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE hands-on: Moving beyond fan edition (www.engadget.com)
Going forward, the FE tag will simply denote more affordable versions of flagship Galaxy devices....
Dick Wolf’s NBC, CBS Shows Reopen Writers Rooms (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
New showrunners have been installed at ‘Chicago Fire’ and ‘FBI: International’ as ‘L&O: Organized Crime’ continues its search....
The original Apple Watch lineup is officially obsolete (www.engadget.com)
Yes, including the 18-karat gold model....
Tesla now offers a $43,990 rear-wheel drive Model Y in the US (www.engadget.com)
It's the most affordable Model Y option....
Analogue's limited edition Pockets are delightful and frustrating (www.engadget.com)
The company's dedication to retro authenticity goes far beyond creating desirable gaming hardware....
Leave The World Behind | Official Teaser | Netflix (www.youtube.com)
A family’s (Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke) vacation is upended when two strangers (Mahershala Ali and Myha’la) arrive at night, seeking refuge from a cyberattack that grows more terrifying by the minute, forcing everyone to come to terms with their places in a collapsing world....
Netflix mails its final DVDs to subscribers (www.engadget.com)
The company shipped its first disc ('Beetlejuice') way back in 1998....
Generative AI image editing is coming to Instagram (www.engadget.com)
Meta is starting to make good on its promise to bring generative AI to all of its products....
Chevy Chase Bashes ‘Community’: “The Show Wasn’t Funny Enough” (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
The actor has once again taken aim at his former NBC sitcom: "I didn't want to be with those people."...
Nothing's budget-friendly brand CMF debuts a $69 smartwatch and $49 earbuds (www.engadget.com)
The products will initially be available in the UK and India....
X previews its 'shadowban' alerts (www.engadget.com)
Accounts that share "sensitive content" will be labeled and restricted from search, recommendations and other features....
2023 MBA Tentative Agreement (www.wgacontract2023.org)
https://www.wgacontract2023.org/the-campaign/tentative-agreement
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR THE 2023 WGA THEATRICAL AND TELEVISION BASIC AGREEMENT (www.wgacontract2023.org)
https://www.wgacontract2023.org/wgacontract/files/memorandum-of-agreement-for-the-2023-wga-theatrical-and-television-basic-agreement.pdf
How to make a Contact Poster in iOS 17 (www.engadget.com)
Now you can force your friends to stare at your giraffe Memoji whenever you call....
Bo’s sublime e-scooter of the future is finally ready to buy (www.engadget.com)
All of its technology has changed, but it remains exactly the same....
Entertainment lawyer says WGA board will ‘most certainly’ approve deal (www.audacy.com)
https://www.audacy.com/knxnews/news/local/entertainment-lawyer-says-wga-deal-will-be-approved
What Amazon’s Pivot to Prime Video Ads Will Look Like (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
Starting early next year, the ad-option will be the default for those that subscribe to the e-commerce giant's membership option....
Rick and Morty | Season 7 Official Trailer | adult swim (youtu.be)
https://youtu.be/BKYJ5AIOU9I
Negotiations Update: Tentative Agreement (www.wgacontract2023.org)
We have reached a tentative agreement on a new 2023 MBA, which is to say an agreement in principle on all deal points, subject to drafting final contract language....
WGA, AMPTP to Meet Sunday After Guild Presented With ‘Best and Final’ Offer (variety.com)
https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/writers-strike-wga-amptp-contract-talks-2-1235733340/
Saturday Strike Meetings End With No Agrement, WGA & AMPTP To Reconvene On Sunday (www.wgacontract2023.org)
https://www.wgacontract2023.org/announcements/negotiations-update-9-23-23
WGA & Studio CEOs Near Deal Finish Line, Working On Fine Print (deadline.com)
https://deadline.com/2023/09/writers-strike-deal-close-1235554418/
WGA continues bargaining talks with Hollywood studios (www.cnn.com)
https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/23/business/wga-bargaining-negotiations-saturday/index.html
Writers Guild and Studios Conclude Latest Bargaining Session, More Talks Expected Friday (www.hollywoodreporter.com)
During the latest day of negotiations, artificial intelligence, viewership-based compensation and the size of writers' rooms continued to be top issues....
Counter-Strike 2 probably releases next week (www.pcgamer.com)
Valve hasn't announced the date outright, but its tease can't really be misinterpreted....
Studios and striking writers end ‘marathon session’ of negotiating with no deal (www.cnn.com)
https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/21/media/writers-strike-negotiations/index.html
A Word of Caution to the Studios: Creatives Don’t Need You | PRO Insight (www.thewrap.com)
Kino CEO Daril Fannin sees a new era of independent production aided by technology...