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Dolphin Films & IM Global Ink MAX STEEL Distribution Deal
by Caryn Robbins - May 9, 2014


On the eve of Cannes, Dolphin Films International and IM Global have announced robust sales for “Max Steel,”

ABC Gives JIMMY KIMMEL Two-Year Contract Extension!
by Caryn Robbins - May 6, 2014


ABC has extended its contract with late night talk show JIMMY KIMMEL for two additional years.

VIDEO: Julia Roberts, Sally Field Play 'Celebrity Curse Off' on KIMMEL
by Caryn Robbins - May 6, 2014


Julia Roberts and Sally Field, who co-starred in the 1989 film Steel Magnolias, stopped by last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE on ABC and faced off in a competitive game of 'Celebrity Curse Off.'

VIDEO: JIMMY KIMMEL Discusses Donald Sterling Scandal at L.A. Barbershop
by Caryn Robbins - May 1, 2014


JIMMY KIMMEL went to visit his friends at Legends Barbershop in LA to ask them what they think about the Donald Sterling scandal. They had a lot of thoughts.

VIDEO: Robin Roberts Reveals How JIMMY KIMMEL Played Role in Her Recovery
by - Apr 30, 2014


'GMA' co-anchor Robin Roberts stopped by ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE to discuss her book, which focuses on her health obstacles and positive outlook.

The Actors' Gang to Launch A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM International Tour this Summer; Tim Robbins to Direct
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 28, 2014


The Actors' Gang, the critically acclaimed Los Angeles based ensemble Theatre Company, will be heading overseas bringing William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Academy Award winner Tim Robbins, to international audiences. The production will put on six performances in Beijing, China, June 10th - 15th at the National Centre for the Performing Arts, four performances in Shanghai, China, June 19th - 21st at the Daguan Theatre, Zendai Himalayas Art Center and four to six performances in Italy, June 28th - July 6th at the prestigious Spoleto Festival.

CHEF and KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON Pick Up 2014 Tribeca Film Festival Audience Awards
by Robert Diamond - Apr 26, 2014


The 2014 Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), presented by AT&T, announced the winners of the two Heineken Audience Awards tonight at the wrap party in New York City. Two awards – one for narrative and one for documentary – were given to the audience choices for the best films. Chef, written and directed by Jon Favreau, was chosen to receive the Narrative award. Keep On Keepin' On, directed by Alan Hicks, was chosen for the Documentary award; Alan Hicks also was honored at the Festival awards on Thursday with the award for Best New Documentary Director. Each award comes with a cash prize of $25,000. Additionally as part of the Tribeca Film Festival Artists Awards program sponsored by CHANEL, Jon Favreau for Chef receives Untitled courtesy of James Nares and Alan Hick's for Keep On Keepin' On receives Iguaca courtesy of Alexis Rockman. The award for Chef was accepted by actor Bobby Cannavale and Keep On Keepin' On by the director's father Geoff Hicks.

Scarlett Johansson and Lupita Nyong'o to Join Disney's Live-Action JUNGLE BOOK?
by Movies News Desk - Apr 23, 2014


The Hollywood Reporter writes that Scarlett Johansson and Lupita Nyong'o are in talks to join the cast of Jon Favreau's upcoming live-action/VFX remake of Disney's THE JUNGLE BOOK.

New Drama Series BLACK BOX Among ABC's May Sweeps Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 23, 2014


The ABC Television Network announced highlights of its upcoming May sweeps programming, featuring the premieres of new drama series "Black Box," returning drama series "Motive," and the season premiere of "The Bachelorette."

VIDEO: Chromeo Performs 'Jealous' & 'Come Alive' on KIMMEL
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 22, 2014


Chromeo performed their new songs 'Jealous (I Ain't With It)' and 'Come Alive' from their album 'White Women' on last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE.

VIDEO: Katy Perry Plays 'Who Knows Katy' w/ Super Fan on JIMMY KIMMEL
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 22, 2014


Everyone knows at least a little bit about Katy Perry, but is it possible that there is someone out there who knows more about Katy than Katy herself?

First Trailer For Johansson, Cannavale, Leguizamo & More In CHEF
by Pat Cerasaro - Apr 8, 2014


A plethora of recognizable Broadway headliners appear in the new feature film comedy CHEF from director Jon Favreau and a first trailer for the new movie is now available to view.

THE WOLF OF WALL STREET Tops Movies on Demand Titles, Week Ending 3/30
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 7, 2014


Rentrak (RENT), the leader in precisely measuring movies and TV everywhere, today announced the top ten Movies on Demand (MOD) titles based on consumer transaction rate. Movies on Demand are transactional (pay-per-purchase) films available through cable and telco providers.

VIDEO: JIMMY KIMMEL Scares the S*** Out of People with Giant Hasselhoff Replica!
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 4, 2014


With the 14-foot Hasselhoff replica in their possession for the day, the host thought he'd have some fun with it and hid it in the alley behind his theater to surprise people when they turned the corner.

ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE Dominates 'Fallon' in NY, L.A.
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 3, 2014


Featuring a first-ever visit by former U.S. President Bill Clinton on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' matched a near 6-month high on the night in Households (2.4/6) - since 10/9/13.

VIDEO: David Spade Surprises JIMMY KIMMEL Audience
by - Apr 1, 2014


On last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE, host Jimmy Kimmel introduced his audience to the show's new segment producer, David S.

Bryan Cranston, Alec Baldwin & More Set for Tribeca Film Festival Talks
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 17, 2014


The 2014 Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), presented by AT&T, today announced its lineup for the 2014 Tribeca Talks® and Tribeca Innovation Week's Future of Film series.

VIDEO: Lady Gaga Talks SXSW Festival & Texas BBQ on KIMMEL
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 14, 2014


Wearing a dress made out of coffee filters, Lady Gaga stopped by last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE airing this week from the SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas and spoke about her experience performing at the annual event.

VIDEO: JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE Searches for Best BBQ Spot in Austin
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 12, 2014


Last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE narrowed it down to the four BBQ spots people mentioned the most, and host Jimmy Kimmel and Guillermo set out to discover which one is Austin's best.

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