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Freeform to Present 'Moments to Celebrate' Programming Event, Beginning 12/26
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2016


Just because the stockings are empty and the presents are all unwrapped doesn't mean the celebrating is over before the New Year begins.

Andrew Garfield, Fortitude International Team to Produce UNTITLED ADIDAS / PUMA PROJECT
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 6, 2016


The film, which Fortitude will finance, will be produced by Andrew Garfield, Rupert Fowler and Fortitude's Nadine de Barros, was written by Fowler and is currently in development.

Netflix Announces Slate of Originals at 2017 Sundance Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2016


Netflix unveiled its expanded slate of diverse originals making their world premiere at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival, which will include four original features, one original documentary feature, and episodes of two hotly-anticipated doc series. With a roster of talent including Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville, Jason Segel, Rooney Mara, Robert Redford, Elijah Wood, Rashida Jones, Melanie Lynskey, Riley Keough, Jesse Plemons, and Alfre Woodard, the titles selected for Sundance Film Festival highlight the diversity and breadth of creativity found at Netflix.

Freeform to Present 'Moments to Celebrate' Programming Event, Beginning 12/26
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 5, 2016


Just because the stockings are empty and the presents are all unwrapped doesn't mean the celebrating is over before the New Year begins.

Freeform Announces 'Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas' Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 21, 2016


Put down the dish towel, stop the cooking and cleaning and come get filled up on Freeform's annual “Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas” programming celebration, starting Thanksgiving Day

BWW Interview: Pulitzer Prize-Winning Playwright Donald Margulies Remodels THE MODEL APARTMENT at the Geffen
by Gil Kaan - Oct 18, 2016


The Pulitzer Prize winner and much lauded playwright Donald Margulies' currently back in Los Angeles for his revival of his 1988 Obie Award-winning THE MODEL APARTMENT. His foray into writing for film The End of the Tour made him a festival darling with nominations for Film Independent Spirit and UCLA Scripter Awards.

Golden Globe Nominee Ron Livingston to Star in Original Series LOUDERMILK on Audience Network
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 28, 2016


AT&T* AUDIENCE Network and Primary Wave Entertainment have cast Golden Globe Nominee Ron Livingston ('Office Space,' 'The Conjuring,' 'Sex in the City') to star in the original comedy series 'Loudermilk.'

Austin Film Festival Announces Full Film and Conference Schedule
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 14, 2016


Austin Film Festival & Screenwriters Conference (AFF), the premier film festival recognizing the writers' contributions to film, television, and new media, announced today the full schedule of films and panels for the 23rd annual Festival

Cobie Smulders & More to Star in Netflix's New Comedy FRIENDS FROM COLLEGE
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 22, 2016


Netflix, the world's leading Internet TV network, today announced a new comedy series, FRIENDS FROM COLLEGE, from Nick Stoller

BWW Review: Hilarious MIKE & DAVE NEED WEDDING DATES Flips Script on Gross-Out Comedies
by Matt Tamanini - Jul 8, 2016


For decades, movie-going audiences have been subjected to crude, man-child comedies in which the female, romantic leads are portrayed as well put-together, successful, and sturdy, while their male counterparts get to be obscene, stupid, and juvenile. Well, after suffering through the oppressive piles of THE JERK, DUMB & DUMBER, BILLY MADISON, anything with Will Ferrell, Seth Rogan, Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn, or Jason Segel, ladies now have their turn to be profanely socially immature in the hilarious big screen comedy MIKE AND DAVE NEED WEDDING DATES.

Netflix Acquires THE DISCOVERY, Starring Rooney Mara & Robert Redford
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2016


Netflix has acquired global rights to Charlie McDowell's THE DISCOVERY, starring Rooney Mara (Carol), Robert Redford (Truth) and Jason Segel (The End of the Tour). The film will premiere on Netflix and in select theaters in the US in 2017.

Celebrate Dad with Freeform's 'Funday' Father's Day Weekend Programming
by Caryn Robbins - May 25, 2016


Dad. He's always been there for you. School recitals, football games, family vacations. Now with the summer kicking into high gear, what better way to celebrate your beloved father than bonding over classic Disney movies in a weekend-long marathon?

Freeform Announces FUNDAY Weekend Programming Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 15, 2016


Freeform knows that sometimes the best way to spend your weekend is with wacky characters. So, race your way to the couch for a weekend full of animation! Cruise along the highway with Lightning McQueen, create chaos with the Minions, tag along with the Incredibles, and explore outer space with WALL-E.

Morgan Freeman, John Legend & More Join OSCARS Presenters Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 18, 2016


Oscar® winners Morgan Freeman and John Legend have been added to the list of presenters, along with J.J. Abrams, Sacha Baron Cohen and Henry Cavill, for the 88th Oscars® telecast.

Cate Blanchett, Emily Blunt, Eddie Redmayne & More Join Presenters Lineup for 2016 OSCARS
by TV News Desk - Feb 12, 2016


OSCARS producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin announced today a third slate of presenters for the 88th OSCARS telecast. Among the new names are stage and screen star -- and winner last year for THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING -- Eddie Redmayne, alongside theatre vet Cate Blanchett, INTO THE WOODS' Emily Blunt, THE WIZ LIVE's Common, comedian Louis C.K. and more.

Julianne Moore, Steve Carell & More Added to OSCARS Presenters List
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 1, 2016


Oscars® producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin announced today the second slate of presenters for the 88th Oscars telecast. The Oscars, hosted by Chris Rock, will air live Oscar® Sunday, February 28, on ABC. 

A Show Within a Show! Meet the Full Cast of NOISES OFF, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - Jan 14, 2016


Roundabout Theatre Company's Noises Off officially opens tonight, January 14, 2016. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, March 6, 2016, on Broadway at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway. Scroll down to learn more about the cast and watch interviews with the company!

CAROL, BEASTS OF NO NATION & More Nominated for 31st Film Independent Spirit Awards
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 24, 2015


Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, the LA Film Festival and Film Independent at LACMA, announced nominations for the 2016 Spirit Awards this morning. Film Independent President Josh Welsh presided over the press conference held at W Hollywood, with actors John Boyega and Elizabeth Olsen presenting the nominations. Nominees for Best Feature included Anomalisa, Beasts of No Nation, Carol, Spotlight and Tangerine.

AUDIO: Annie Baker Chats About Relationships, Her Characters and Broadway on WTF with Marc Maron
by Nora Dominick - Oct 22, 2015


Playwright Annie Baker sat down with 'WTF with Marc Maron' earlier this month to discuss all things theater. 

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Larry Kramer & More Will Be Featured at 16th Annual New Yorker Festival
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 8, 2015


On October 2, 3, and 4, 2015, The New Yorker will present its sixteenth annual Festival, a three-day celebration that brings to life the magazine's rich reporting and incisive cultural coverage, plus live performances, film previews, and one-of-a-kind excursions throughout New York City. Drawing together an acclaimed and exciting group of writers, artists, and thinkers from a range of fields-including film, music, television, politics, architecture, science, food, and literature-the Festival is New York City's foremost cultural event of the season.

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