[ad_1] “The Sims” is the latest game to get the Hollywood treatment. Still riding the wave of “Barbie’s” success, Margot Robbie is set to produce “The Sims” movie through her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The InSneider first reported the news. Kate Herron, who directed and executive produced Marvel’s Disney+ series… Continue reading Margot Robbie producing ‘Sims’ movie from ‘Loki’ director
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Why the ‘Succession’ director is motivated by class and wealth
[ad_1] “Succession,” which earned a whopping 27 Emmy nominations for its final season, has captivated audiences with its complex, uber-wealthy characters. For director Mark Mylod, telling stories about family and social class is a recurring theme — His credits include “Shameless” and “The Menu” — with surprisingly personal roots. In this episode of “The Envelope”… Continue reading Why the ‘Succession’ director is motivated by class and wealth
Los Angeles Latino art institution Self Help Graphics names new director
[ad_1] Since the 1970s, Self Help Graphics & Art has combined community, collaboration and activism, all centering on Chicanx and Latinx art. What started in the East L.A. garage of Sister Karen Boccalero has turned into a cornerstone art movement in Los Angeles — a place that has nurtured some of the city’s most successful… Continue reading Los Angeles Latino art institution Self Help Graphics names new director
How frequent “Succession” director Mark Mylod goes all in
[ad_1] “I don’t know what the opposite of commitment-phobe is, but I’m that,” says Mark Mylod, who’s directed 16 episodes of the two-time Emmy drama series winner “Succession,” executive-producing 37. “When I get involved with a show, I find it very difficult to leave if I feel a connection to the writing and to the… Continue reading How frequent “Succession” director Mark Mylod goes all in
Snow White Director Son Criticizes Remake
[ad_1] Snow White Director Son Criticizes Remake David shared his thoughts this week with The Telegraph, criticizing the concept and creative direction of the film. “It’s a whole different concept,” he said of the remake, “and I just totally disagree with it, and I know my dad and Walt would also very much disagree with… Continue reading Snow White Director Son Criticizes Remake
Reginald Hudlin, director of Netflix’s Clarence Avant documentary “The Black Godfather,” on Avant’s legacy
[ad_1] With the passing of media executive Clarence Avant on Monday, Hollywood lost an industry magnate whose impact and reach was unquantifiable. Avant rose to prominence in post-Prohibition New York City, where he met talent manager Joseph G. Glaser, who taught him the ins and outs of the music business. He would go on to… Continue reading Reginald Hudlin, director of Netflix’s Clarence Avant documentary “The Black Godfather,” on Avant’s legacy
Why this director lived on pins and needles for 13 weeks
[ad_1] When Jake Szymanski looks back on Amazon Freevee’s “Jury Duty,” the singularity is what strikes him: directing a part-scripted, part ad-libbed comedy with an unwitting star in Ronald Gladden, a sweet-natured 20-something who believes he’s appearing in a courtroom documentary but is actually surrounded by actors and improv comics. Though TV critics initially gave… Continue reading Why this director lived on pins and needles for 13 weeks
‘Sound of Freedom’ movie director: ‘I’m not going to make $1’
[ad_1] “Sound of Freedom” is the surprise box-office hit of the summer — and the latest cause du jour in the far right’s culture war against the mainstream media. The thriller, from director and screenwriter Alejandro Monteverde, follows the journey of a rogue Homeland Security agent, Tim Ballard (Jim Caviezel), who risks it all to… Continue reading ‘Sound of Freedom’ movie director: ‘I’m not going to make $1’
Remembering William Friedkin, A Hollywood Director Possessed
[ad_1] Friedkin’s life ended like a true Friedkin film. It’s hard to tell if he won or lost, or something in between, or if those terms even apply. Photo: Laura Lezza/Getty Images Was William Friedkin the best director of the 1970s? Maybe. He was certainly the most 1970s director, making ’70s movies long after the… Continue reading Remembering William Friedkin, A Hollywood Director Possessed
‘The Exorcist’ Director Was 87
[ad_1] William Friedkin. Photo: Matt Carr/Getty Images Filmmaker William Friedkin, whose thriller The French Connection won five Oscars in 1972 and who changed the face of horror the following year with The Exorcist, has died at the age of 87. Family friend Stephen Galloway shared the news with The Hollywood Reporter, confirming that Friedkin died… Continue reading ‘The Exorcist’ Director Was 87