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Nat’s Lists: 5 Unsung Heroes of Cinema — Fat Nat’s Film Talk

It takes an absurd amount of people to make a film. Not only are there actors and directors, but there’s writers, editors, cinematographers, sound guys (sound people doesn’t really have the same ring) cooks, makeup artists, costume designers….the list is pretty much endless. Unfortunately, most of the plaudits tend to end up with just two […]… Continue reading Nat’s Lists: 5 Unsung Heroes of Cinema — Fat Nat’s Film Talk

Secrets Behind Modern Filmmaking — ADDICTED

Successful filmmaking is achieved through collaboration, with the help and support of other filmmakers. The film industry has multiple avenues to explore, including production, directing, crew member, or possibly in editing. Though there are those who get into filmmaking simply by luck, the vast majority of them practice hard work and a dedication to always […]… Continue reading Secrets Behind Modern Filmmaking — ADDICTED

Broadway Confronts Its Racism: ‘Tina’ Star Adrienne Warren & ‘Be More Chill’s Britton Smith On Seizing The Moment — Deadline

“There is only before this moment,” says Adrienne Warren, star of Broadway’s Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, “and after this moment.” In a remarkable series of big, first steps into this new era of protest and pandemic, black theater artists in recent weeks have taken hold of a historic moment to demand a reckoning… via… Continue reading Broadway Confronts Its Racism: ‘Tina’ Star Adrienne Warren & ‘Be More Chill’s Britton Smith On Seizing The Moment — Deadline

Judge Raises Doubts About Halting Release Of John Bolton’s Book, But Wonders Why He Didn’t Seek Court Relief During Review Process — Deadline

A federal judge did not say when he would decide whether to grant the Trump administration’s move to block the release of former national security adviser John Bolton’s new book, but he did recognize a reality: The Room Where It Happened is already out there. 14 more words via Judge Raises Doubts About Halting Release Of… Continue reading Judge Raises Doubts About Halting Release Of John Bolton’s Book, But Wonders Why He Didn’t Seek Court Relief During Review Process — Deadline

Regal Cinemas Now Requiring Moviegoers Wear Face Masks Post AMC Controversy — Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: We have just received word that No. 2 film exhibitor Regal Cinemas is requiring all patrons to wear face masks. In an updated policy made public Friday on the chain’s website, “As related to our employees, guests will also be required to wear masks. 16 more words via Regal Cinemas Now Requiring Moviegoers Wear Face… Continue reading Regal Cinemas Now Requiring Moviegoers Wear Face Masks Post AMC Controversy — Deadline

Emmys: ‘LANCE’ Director Calls Lance Armstrong “Fascinating”, Compares Him To Michael Jordan: “They’re Not Normal Humans” — Deadline

In ESPN’s hit documentary series The Last Dance, NBA legend Michael Jordan is described as “the ultimate sports alpha male.” True, perhaps. But he faces some competition for that title from the subject of another ESPN documentary, Lance Armstrong. 20 more words via Emmys: ‘LANCE’ Director Calls Lance Armstrong “Fascinating”, Compares Him To Michael Jordan: “They’re… Continue reading Emmys: ‘LANCE’ Director Calls Lance Armstrong “Fascinating”, Compares Him To Michael Jordan: “They’re Not Normal Humans” — Deadline

A-List Black Artists For Freedom Coalition Launches Call To Action For Cultural Institutions On Juneteenth — Deadline

Black Artists for Freedom, a new coalition of more than 1,000 actors, musicians, filmmakers, writers, painters, poets and others, launched Friday with a powerful statement on the occasion of Juneteenth, the holiday that celebrates the official end of slavery in the U.S. 15 more words via A-List Black Artists For Freedom Coalition Launches Call To Action… Continue reading A-List Black Artists For Freedom Coalition Launches Call To Action For Cultural Institutions On Juneteenth — Deadline

WGA West Reaches $5.25 Million Settlement With Disney For Interest On Late Residuals On 5 Fox Animated Shows — Deadline

The WGA West has reached a $5.25 million settlement with Disney for interest owed on late-paid residuals for five Fox animated series: The Simpsons, Family Guy, The Cleveland Show, American Dad! 28 more words via WGA West Reaches $5.25 Million Settlement With Disney For Interest On Late Residuals On 5 Fox Animated Shows — Deadline

Usher, Pharell, Taylor Swift, Lupita Nyong’o And Many More Call For Juneteenth To Be A National Holiday — Deadline

Eight-time Grammy winner Usher Raymond penned an impassioned and informative essay in the Washington Post today arguing that, while the Fourth of July should be celebrated, for black people “Juneteenth is our authentic day of self-determination. 21 more words via Usher, Pharell, Taylor Swift, Lupita Nyong’o And Many More Call For Juneteenth To Be A National… Continue reading Usher, Pharell, Taylor Swift, Lupita Nyong’o And Many More Call For Juneteenth To Be A National Holiday — Deadline