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Barrymore Film Center and Teaneck International Film Festival Partner for NJ Premiere of STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2026

The Teaneck International Film Festival and the Barrymore Film Center have announced a new partnership launching with the New Jersey premiere of STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE!.

Katie Kohler, Taylor Casas, Alec Silver and More Set for THE GET TOGETHER FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026

Producer Hub and The Tank have revealed the artists and shows for The Get Together, a three-day festival of live performance showcasing the work of artists from The Tank and Producer Hub communities.

Linda Lavin, Cristin Milioti, & More Receive Nominations for 2025 Gotham Television Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2025

The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the nominations in twelve competitive award categories for the 2025 Gotham Television Awards, recognizing performances from Linda Lavin, Cristin Milioti, and Michelle Williams, among others.

MGM+ Greenlights HOLLYWOOD BLACK Series
by Michael Major - Apr 11, 2023

Based on the book by historian Donald Bogle, this four-part docuseries—directed by Justin Simien (Dear White People), whose upcoming Disney film Haunted Mansion will be released this summer—tells the story of the actors, writers, directors, and producers who fought for their place on the page, behind the camera, on the screen, and in the credits.

VIDEO: Peacock Shares I LOVE YOU, YOU HATE ME Barney Series Trailer
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2022

I Love You, You Hate Me is a series chronicling the rise and fall of Barney the Dinosaur's furious backlash — and what it says about the human need to hate. From Barney-bashing to frat parties to homicidal video games, something in American society broke into a million pieces, and it's never been put together again. Watch the video trailer now!

The Town Hall Theatre to Celebrate Harry Belafonte's 95th Birthday with HB95
by Marissa Tomeo - Jan 23, 2022

A star-studded line-up will celebrate HB95 the 95th birthday of legendary singer, activist and actor Harry Belafonte. The evening will also present the inaugural Harry Belafonte Social Justice Awards in honor of the 10th anniversary of Sankofa.org, the social justice organization Mr. Belafonte co-founded.

John Legend, Lenny Kravitz & More to Take Part in Harry Belafonte's 95th Birthday Benefit at The Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2022

A star-studded line-up will celebrate the 95th birthday of legendary singer, songwriter, activist, and actor Harry Belafonte. The benefit evening (HB95) will also present the inaugural Harry Belafonte Social Justice Awards.

Cynthia Erivo Will Appear on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN Next Friday
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 11, 2021

Nationally syndicated morning talk show “Live with Kelly and Ryan” announced the lineup of guests appearing on the show the week of March 15-19, including Tony winner Cynthia Erivo! 

The Voidz Release 'Alien Crime Lord' Single
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 15, 2020

Today, The Voidz have officially released a new track titled “Alien Crime Lord” via Cult Records.

Julian Casablancas and Rolling Stone Release Second Episode of S.O.S.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 2, 2020

Today, the second installment of the series is released, featuring another thought-provoking conversation, this time with Julian and entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang.

Jimmy Fallon, Anne Hathaway & More Guest on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN Next Week
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 23, 2020

Nationally syndicated mornin.g talk show “Live with Kelly and Ryan” announces the lineup of guests appearing on the show the week of Oct. 26-30.

Top Music Producers Organize GET OUT THE VOTE CONCERT
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2020

A coalition of the nation's top arts presenters have joined forces to create a 6 hour “People's Benefit Concert” to spur Get Out The Vote action in all fifty states.  On Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18, The 50-50 ALL SOULS TO THE POLLS concert will be presented on multiple virtual online platforms.

Showtime Offers Premiere of New Docu-Series LOVE FRAUD
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 28, 2020

SHOWTIME has released the premiere episode of its new docu-series LOVE FRAUD early for free online sampling

Chris Hedges, Jesse Ventura And CORPORATE COUP D'ETAT Director Join Tom Needham On The Next SOUNDS OF FILM
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2020

Tom Needham will be interviewing Fred Peabody, the director of CORPORATE COUP D'ETAT, writer Chris Hedges, and TV Host Jesse Ventura this Thursday on WUSB's SOUNDS OF FILM.

VIDEO: Showtime Releases Trailer and Key Art for New Docu-Series LOVE FRAUD
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 13, 2020

SHOWTIME has released the trailer and key art for the upcoming docu-series LOVE FRAUD, premiering on Friday, May 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. The series marks the first foray into episodic television for Emmy winners and Academy Award(R) nominees Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady. LOVE FRAUD had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in January, the first time in the festival's history a television series screened on opening night.

Showtime Documentary Films Announces Upcoming Slate
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 13, 2020

Today, SHOWTIME Documentary Films announced upcoming titles from its 2020 slate from preeminent documentarians, including LOVE FRAUD from Rachel Grady and Heidi Ewing, THE TRADE from Matthew Heineman, THE LONGEST WAR from Greg Barker, Alex Gansa and Howard Gordon, KINGDOM OF SILENCE from Alex Gibney, Rick Rowley and Lawrence Wright, and THE KINGMAKER from Lauren Greenfield. The announcement was made today by Gary Levine, President of Entertainment, Showtime Networks Inc., at the Television Critics Association's Winter Press Tour.

New Shorts and Special Events Added to SUNDANCE Lineup
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 11, 2019

Works selected across the Indie Episodic, Shorts and Special Events sections of the 2020 Sundance Film Festival were announced today, underlining Sundance Institute's commitment to showcasing bold independent storytelling regardless of form, format or length.

51Fest Continues to Night Three, Including BRITTANY RUNS A MARATHON, AFTER THE WEDDING, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2019

51Fest, a partnership between Women in the World and IFC Center, continued its inaugural festival last night with screenings and discussions about women's stories. Saturday got to a rowdy start with the exciting documentary Raise Hell: The Life & Times of Molly Ivins, where director Janice Engel led the crowd in a rousing chant to get them into the Ivins' spirit. The film, which tells the incredible life of powerhouse Texas journalist Molly Ivins, who famously told the stories plaguing America with humor, passion, and grit, was followed by a conversation with director Janice Engel and actor Kathleen Turner, moderated by New York Times reporter Rachel Dry.

51FEST Announces Lineup For Its Inaugural Festival July 18-21 In New York City
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2019

51Fest, presented by Women in the World and IFC Center, today unveiled the lineup for the inaugural event. Celebrating the voice, vision and stories of the female majority through compelling screenings and conversations, all by or about women, the first annual 51Fest will be held July 18-21 in New York City. 

51Fest Announces Inaugural Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 27, 2019

51Fest, presented by Women in the World and IFC Center, today unveiled the lineup for the inaugural event. Celebrating the voice, vision and stories of the female majority through compelling screenings and conversations, all by or about women, the first annual 51Fest will be held July 18-21 in New York City.