Natalie Portman News

LEON: THE PROFESSIONAL Available in 4K Dec. 1

by Sarah Jae Leiber — September 24, 2020

Jean Reno, Gary Oldman, Natalie Portman and Danny Aiello star.

Podcast Exclusive: THE THEATRE PODCAST WITH ALAN SEALES: Montego Glover

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 1, 2020

This Broadway performer believes abundance is the only way to go, and shares how after 'cutting her teeth' in the theater, she found her way into television, video games, animation, and more.

Stagedoor Manor Announces Digital Programming For Fall 2020

by A.A. Cristi — August 31, 2020

This Fall, when many middle and high school students would normally be rehearsing for school plays or enjoying drama class, stages at many schools will be left dark due to concerns around student and teacher health.

Keira Knightley Will Star in THE ESSEX SERPENT

by Sarah Jae Leiber — August 24, 2020

Deadline reports that Keira Knightley will star in an adaptation of 'The Essex Serpent' on Apple TV+.

AFI & Universal Pictures Announce Week-Long BLACK STORIES MATTER Series

by Sarah Jae Leiber — August 24, 2020

The American Film Institute (AFI) and Universal Pictures today announced the launch of a week-long AFI Movie Club event called “Black Stories Matter,” spotlighting diverse and unique narratives from celebrated Black films.

Olivier Winner Jessica Swale Penning the Script for SWAN LAKE Starring Felicity Jones

by Kelle Long — August 14, 2020

Olivier Award winner Jessica Swale is reworking an adaptation of the classic ballet for the screen with Felicity Jones (ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY) in the lead, Deadline reported.

TIFF Announces Industry Offerings and New Slate of Festival Ambassadors

by Kaitlin Milligan — July 23, 2020

TIFF announced today the new digital look of its Industry structure and programmes at the 2020 Festival.

Stagedoor Manor Announces New Digital Education Portal PLAYHOUSE

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 29, 2020

Stagedoor Manor, known as the training ground of actors Natalie Portman, Robert Downey Jr.

AFI Movie Club Partners With Universal Pictures For Online Special Event: A Conversation With Spike Lee & DO THE RIGHT THING

by Kaitlin Milligan — June 23, 2020

The American Film Institute (AFI) announced today that AFI Movie Club is partnering with Universal Pictures to offer free rentals of DO THE RIGHT THING and host an online conversation with Academy Award®-winning director Spike Lee.

NBC Renews A LITTLE LATE WITH LILLY SINGH for a Second Season

by Kaitlin Milligan — May 13, 2020

NBC's late-night legacy continues to charge forward as “A Little Late with Lilly Singh” has been renewed for a second season.

Hugh Jackman to Appear on 92Y's REEL PIECES

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 28, 2020

Hugh Jackman will discuss his career and the films he loves with 92Y Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf, on Thursday May 7 at 6 pm.

VIDEO: Natalie Portman Announces Today's AFI Movie Club Pick DIRTY DANCING

by Kaitlin Milligan — April 24, 2020

Natalie Portman announces today's AFI Movie Club selection: DIRTY DANCING.

PLAY OF THE DAY! Today's Play: THE SEAGULL by Anton Chekhov

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 21, 2020

During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history.

Disney+ Honors Earth Month With New Disneynature Films Debuting On April 3

by Kaitlin Milligan — March 26, 2020

In recognition of Earth Month, Disney+ announced today the Disneynature film “Elephant,” narrated by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, will premiere on April 3 alongside previously announced “Dolphin Reef,” with narration by Academy Award®-winning actress Natalie Portman.