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MS NOW Appoints Brian Swarth as Senior Vice President of Marketing
Culturevariety12d ago

MS NOW Appoints Brian Swarth as Senior Vice President of Marketing

Brian Swarth, a seasoned marketing executive known for his work on series like Showtime’s 'Billions' and AMC’s 'Interview with the Vampire,' has been named Senior Vice President of Marketing at MS NOW. His appointment comes as the company aims to expand its promotional efforts.

Top Streaming Series Return in Late June
Culturehotnews1mo ago

Top Streaming Series Return in Late June

Four top streaming series, including a Netflix title that divided opinions, have returned to various platforms like HBO Max, Disney+, SkyShowtime, and Netflix, offering more options for viewers during a heatwave.

Jadranka Kosor Reflects on Political Betrayals and Personal Life
Politicsjutarnji-list1mo ago

Jadranka Kosor Reflects on Political Betrayals and Personal Life

Former Croatian Prime Minister Jadranka Kosor shared her life story, discussing growing up without a father, being raised by her grandmother, political betrayals, media scrutiny during her peak power, and her deep love for her grandson, in the fifth episode of the SHOWtime program.

Beetlejuice Musical Opens in London
CultureThe Guardian2mo ago

Beetlejuice Musical Opens in London

Tim Burton's 1988 comedy horror film "Beetlejuice" has been adapted into a musical, which is now opening in London after successful runs in the US and Australia.

June Squibb Joins ‘Yellowjackets’ Fourth & Final Season
Culturedeadline5mo ago

June Squibb Joins ‘Yellowjackets’ Fourth & Final Season

EXCLUSIVE: June Squibb (Zootopia 2, Nebraska) has joined the cast of Showtime’s Yellowjackets for its fourth and final season. Details regarding her role are under wraps. Created and executive produced by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson, Yellowjackets tells the saga of a team of talented high school girls soccer players who become the (un)lucky survivors of a […]

The hot Hollywood trend for minute-long TV shows: ‘the sort of thing you’d watch drunk at 2am’
CultureThe Guardian5mo ago

The hot Hollywood trend for minute-long TV shows: ‘the sort of thing you’d watch drunk at 2am’

From fight scenes lasting for one punch to plots resolved in 45 seconds, smartphone-friendly vertical dramas are growing by 8,000% year on year. Here’s a guide to the wild new medium If you haven’t heard of vertical dramas, chances are you will soon. These quick, grabby series – usually split into minute-long episodes – have risen unstoppably over the past couple of years, and now Hollywood is taking an interest. Last year, the former Showtime executive Jana Winograde announced MicroCo, a studio devoted to vertical drama, and claimed that she was shocked by the amount of top-tier talent that has approached her. Two months before, former Miramax boss Bill Block launched GammaTime, which promises original microdramas by CSI creator Anthony E Zuiker. Continue reading...

#KungFu #robots steal show at China’s Spring Festival gala
TechnologyAl JazeeraSCMPFrance 24+2Times of IndiaRappler5mo ago5 sources

#KungFu #robots steal show at China’s Spring Festival gala

Humanoid #robots performing #KungFu routines were among the highlights of China’s Spring Festival gala on Monday. The TV show – the most-watched in #China – is held annually on the eve of the Chinese New Year and is often used to highlight the country’s tech industry advances. This year, China’s fast-growing robotics sector was firmly in the spotlight, with robots also performing dance routines and comedy sketches.

Fact Check Debunks Vice Ganda Senate Summons Claim
PoliticsRappler2mo ago

Fact Check Debunks Vice Ganda Senate Summons Claim

A fact check has debunked claims circulating online that Filipino comedian Vice Ganda was summoned by the Senate regarding a skit on the noontime program 'It’s Showtime.' The skit reportedly referenced a shooting incident at the Senate.

"The Boys" Series Finale to Screen in 4DX Theaters
Culturevarietyign2mo ago2 sources

"The Boys" Series Finale to Screen in 4DX Theaters

The highly anticipated series finale of "The Boys" will be shown in movie theaters, offering audiences a 4DX viewing experience. This special screening will allow fans to watch the conclusion on the big screen.

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Dominates Box Office and IMAX
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Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Dominates Box Office and IMAX

Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' has achieved significant box office success, particularly in IMAX, with strong critical and audience reception. The movie is being hailed as a 'transformational event' for IMAX, driving record revenues.

Night Train Media Titles to Shop Through Sphere Abacus
Culturedeadline2mo ago

Night Train Media Titles to Shop Through Sphere Abacus

A trio of Night Train Media titles, including the Sally Philips-starring cozy crime drama 'The Hairdresser Mysteries,' SkyShowtime drama 'The Trio,' and a Sky Arts documentary on Ian Fleming-James Bond, will be shopped internationally via Sphere Abacus.