Director Dastan Khalili And Stars Of THE WAY To Hold Virtual Fireside Chat by BWW News Desk
- November 04, 2021 On Monday, November 8, 2021 at 4 pm PST/7 pm EST, DGA director Dastan Khalili and actors Eli Jane, Joan Wong (niece of Kung-Fu Master Wong Jack Man), Lorenzo Antonucci (Paradise City) will participate in an intimate fireside chat, in advance of the November 12 world theatrical premiere of the action thriller film The Way.
Harvey Fierstein Joins Billy Eichner's BROS Gay Rom-Com by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 Harvey Fierstein has joined the cast of Bros, co-written and starring Billy Eichner. Featuring an all LGBTQIA+ cast, Bros has also added SNL star Bowen Yang. Previously announced for the film are Jim Rash, Eve Lindley, D’Lo Srijaerajah, Peter Kim, Justin Covington, Dot-Marie Jones and Becca Blackwell.
C.S. Lewis Biopic Adds Additional Screenings After Successful Premiere by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 The cast of the film includes David Gang, Richard Harrington, Amy Alexander, and Michael Ward. The film is based on the hit U.S. play C.S. Lewis on Stage: The Most Reluctant Convert. Adapted by and starring Max McLean (Mark’s Gospel – Jeff Award, The Screwtape Letters). Watch the trailer for the new film now!
The HISTORY Channel Honors Japanese American Veterans in New Documentary by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 The documentary tells the lesser-known, inspiring story of the Japanese American soldiers of WWII who fought for the ideals of American democracy and became the most decorated military unit for its size and length of service in United States history.
Mo Amer Secures Stand Up Special & Comedy Series With Ramy Youssef at Netflix by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 Netflix has announced two new projects from comedian Mo Amer (The Vagabond, Black Adam) including a stand-up special, Mo Amer: Mohammed in Texas, premiering on November 30, 2021 and an untitled scripted comedy.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Netflix's LEAD ME HOME by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 500,000 Americans experience homelessness every night. Lead Me Home is a documentary short by Jon Shenk and Pedro Kos that captures the experience from multiple perspectives. This immersive, cinematic film personalizes the overwhelming issue by telling the real-life stories of those going through it. Watch the new trailer now!
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for National Geographic's NYC COVID Documentary by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 National Geographic Documentary Films, NEON and Participant just released the trailer for The First Wave, the latest film from director Matthew Heineman. Heineman produced the film under his Our Time Projects banner alongside producers Jenna Millman (“The Boy From Medellín”) and Leslie Norville (“A Ballerina’s Tale”).
FOX and THE MASKED SINGER Creator Wonwoo Park Sign First-Look Development Deal by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 The two companies are currently developing the international format for the hit Korean talent-competition series “Lotto Singer,” in which viewers can win cash prizes by correctly betting on contestants’ performances. The Masked Singer is currently in its sixth season at FOX.
VIDEO: Highlights from Final Part of REAL HOUSEWIVES OF BEVERLY HILLS Reunion by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 Last night was the final part of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion. Watch highlights from the heated reunion below, including Erika Jayne discussing her recently legal troubles. Other housewives this season included Kyle Richards, Garcelle Beauvais, Sutton Stracke, Crystal Kung-Minkoff, Dorit Kemsley, Lisa Rinna, and friend Kathy Hilton.
VIDEO: Watch Neil Patrick Harris in the Trailer for 8-BIT CHRISTMAS by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 The film stars Neil Patrick Harris, Winslow Fegley, June Diane Raphael,and Steve Zahn. Set in suburban Chicago in the late 1980s, 8-Bit Christmas centers on ten-year-old Jake Doyle’s (Fegley) herculean quest to get the latest and greatest video game system for Christmas. Harris narrates as a grown up Jake.
Hulu Announces CANDIFIED: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Competition Series by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 The four-part series stars Candy Queen Jackie Sorkin and her team of talented candy artists: Chris Fernandez, Genevieve Chan, Amanda Touch, D. Micah Lindsey, Basia Whitely, Caroline Habash, and Mandy Bui.
VIDEO: Benedict Cumberbatch & Kirsten Dunst in THE POWER OF THE DOG Trailer by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 Netflix has released the trailer for Jane Champion's The Power of the Dog, starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Kirsten Dunst. The cast also features Jesse Plemons, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Thomasin McKenzie, Frances Conroy, Keith Carradine, Peter Carroll, and Adam Beach. Watch the new trailer now!
Apple TV+ Announces New Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Docu-Series by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 The four-part docuseries will explore the remarkable accomplishments and global impact of Johnson’s life, both on and off the court. From his humble beginnings in Lansing, Michigan to becoming a five-time NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, he changed the conversation around HIV and transcended into a community activist and big entrepreneur.
Jennifer Hudson, Keith Urban & More Announced to Perform at CMA AWARDS by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 The Country Music Association has announced even more performers for “The 55th Annual CMA Awards.” Country Music’s Biggest Night™ will see Gabby Barrett, Dierks Bentley feat. BRELAND and HARDY, Luke Bryan, Jennifer Hudson, Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban, and Zac Brown Band front and center on the CMA Awards stage. The night will be hosted by Luke Bryan.
VIDEO: Brooke Shields & Cary Elwes Reunite in A CASTLE FOR CHRISTMAS Trailer by Michael Major
- November 04, 2021 Famed author, Sophie Brown (Brooke Shields), travels to Scotland hoping to buy a small castle of her own, but the prickly owner, Duke Myles (Cary Elwes), is reluctant to sell to a foreigner. Working to find a compromise, the pair constantly butt heads, but they just may find something more than they were expecting.
Hollywood Foreign Press Association Appoints Chief Diversity Officer, Neil Phillips by BWW News Desk
- November 03, 2021 The Hollywood Foreign Press Association today announced the hiring of Neil Phillips as its first Chief Diversity Officer as an integral part of its continuing commitment to implementing reforms to promote greater diversity, equity, and inclusion both within the organization and within broader Hollywood and journalism communities.
ITV Will Present AN AUDIENCE WITH ADELE Concert Special by Michael Major
- November 03, 2021 The one-night-only concert will be filmed lived at the London Palladium. It will also include performance of her classic songs, such as 'Hello', 'Someone Like You', and 'Rolling in the Deep'. The audience will consist of her friends, family, fans, her own personal heroes and heroines, fellow musicians, actors, athletes, and more.
Simu Liu, Sandra Oh & More to be Honored at 19th Annual Asian American Awards by Michael Major
- November 03, 2021 Led by selection committee chairperson Daniel Dae Kim, award winners were determined and voted on by leading experts who represent various fields and creative disciplines, including film, television, music, sports, digital content, and philanthropy.
Sofia Vergara to Star in New GRISELDA Limited Series on Netflix by Michael Major
- November 03, 2021 Griselda chronicles the real life of savvy and ambitious Colombian business woman, Griselda Blanco, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history. A devoted mother, Blanco’s lethal blend of charm and unsuspecting savagery helped her expertly navigate between family and business leading her to become widely known as the “Black Widow”.
Breaking Glass Pictures to Release ISAAC in November by BWW News Desk
- November 03, 2021 Breaking Glass Pictures is set to release Isaac, the multi-award-winning directorial debut from directors Angeles Hernandez and David Matamoros, on November 16.