In a recent press release, Howard University President Wayne A. I. Frederick announced that actress Phylicia Rashad will be stepping down as the Dean of Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts after the 2023-24 school year. This news comes two years after Rashad assumed the role, and while the administration praised her
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Steven Soderbergh’s influence in the film industry goes beyond his own successful career. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, the acclaimed director revealed how he played a crucial role in helping Christopher Nolan land the director’s chair for the 2002 thriller, Insomnia. This unexpected turn of events not only showcases the power of connections
The Austin Film Festival has recently revealed the names of the honored guests for its 30th edition, set to take place from October 26 to November 2. This year, the festival will recognize three remarkable individuals for their outstanding contributions to the film industry: producer Lauren Shuler Donner, writer-producer James V. Hart, and filmmaker So
Chris Robinson is not your typical director. With a body of work that defies genre and pushes boundaries, he has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the film industry. As the founder of Robot Film Company, Robinson and his production team are known for their acclaimed storytelling centered around black voices
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expanding their creative endeavors by venturing into film production. Recent reports suggest that the royal couple has acquired the screen rights to a bestselling romantic novel, signaling a change of direction after their previous pursuits in documentary-making and book publishing. This venture is part of their lucrative deal
What led to the decision of not giving Black Adam a sequel despite its successful opening and positive feedback from fans? Dwayne Johnson, who plays the titular character, shares his insights on the matter in a recent clip from his show Hart to Heart with Kevin Hart. In this article, we will dive deeper into
The potential misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) in Hollywood has been described as a “deadly cocktail” by SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher. In the guild’s latest strike podcast, Drescher expressed concern over the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI), which can write scripts and digitally duplicate the images of actors, stunt performers, and background players. This
Zack Snyder, the creative mind behind the surreal film Sucker Punch, has recently ignited the hopes of fans by shedding light on an unseen version of the movie. While an extended Blu-ray release added 18 minutes to the theatrical version, Snyder boldly declares that audiences have yet to witness the full extent of his vision.
The movie industry is currently facing a labor dispute involving two major strikes: the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike and the actors’ strike initiated by SAG-AFTRA. Despite concerns about the potential impact on exhibition, Marcus Corp. CEO Greg Marcus believes that these strikes are not as threatening as the challenges faced during the Covid-19
The New York City Council’s Committee on Civil Service and Labor has taken a significant step in advocating for the fair treatment of striking actors and writers. Following a hearing, the committee unanimously passed a resolution in support of a fair contract, which will now be put to a vote by the full City Council.