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The Austin Film Society (AFS) is opening its third screen, the John H. McCall Theater, on October 24th. The new venue, funded by a significant donation, will enhance AFS's programming and community engagement.
Creator house Electrify has appointed former Vice programming chief Al Brown and ex-YouTube EMEA boss Patrick Walker to key executive roles. The hires signal a strategic push to enhance creator partnerships and expand digital brands across emerging platforms, particularly connected TV.
Actress Selma Blair pleaded not guilty to assault charges following a disruptive incident on a Delta flight. The actress, who reportedly injured two flight attendants, cited missed medication for her multiple sclerosis and exhaustion as contributing factors. This marks a recurrence of in-flight issues for Blair.
K-pop star Jennie and Tame Impala's Kevin Parker discuss their viral "Dracula" remix, a collaboration born from a chance encounter in Seoul that has achieved nearly 1 billion streams and a Billboard Hot 100 Top 10.
Republican strategists express deep concern over potential midterm losses, citing Donald Trump's polarizing impact and a significant fundraising disadvantage. Internal discussions reveal a party grappling with its identity and future direction.
Following the major Skydance-Paramount Global merger, JB Perrette is appointed Co-Chair & Chief Business Officer for Skydance TV and Direct-To-Consumer, overseeing international streaming and networks. David Decker will lead content sales, while Bryon Rubin temporarily manages free-to-air networks. Key international roles remain fluid, with former executives Gerhard Zeiler and Kevin MacLellan exiting.
Monarch Media will produce Jonathan Yu’s coming-of-age dramedy ‘Goldfish,’ his first feature script. The story follows a seemingly detached teen grappling with deep-seated fears. Producers are actively seeking a director.
Maddie Hasson joins Julia Garner and Lewis Pullman in Apple TV+'s 'Guilty Creatures,' a thriller drama based on a true-crime book. The series explores a torrid romance and murder in Florida.
The 23rd Bend Film Festival concluded by celebrating a range of independent films. Ramzi Bashour's 'Hot Water' took Best Narrative Feature, while Maiken Baird's 'Edward Said: Between Worlds' won Best Documentary. Other notable awards went to 'Kikuyu Land' for Indigenous Feature and 'The Lake' for Environmental/Outdoor Features.