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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NewFest Sets LGBTQ Shorts Collection For AMC+ ‘Future of Film' Pride Month Initiative
As NewFest kicks off its fifth annual Pride film series in New York City, the country's largest LGBTQ film festival is teaming up with AMC Networks. Part of the network's 'Future of Film' initiative, which showcases emerging talent from festivals across the country, NewFest has curated a collection of six shorts by LGBTQ filmmakers to stream on AMC+ during Pride Month. More from Deadline NewFest Pride & Frameline49 Team Up To Set 'Jimpa' As Opening-Night Film NewFest Reveals 2024 Recipients Of The New Voices Filmmaker Grant In Partnership With Netflix 'The Morning Show' Season 4 Sets Premiere Date; Apple TV+ Gives First Look At Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons & More Newsroom Newcomers 'We're thrilled to partner with AMC Networks to bring NewFest's programming to a national audience through the Future of Film initiative,' said NewFest executive director David Hatkoff and director of programming Nick McCarthy. 'These powerful shorts highlight the depth of queer storytelling and offer a meaningful platform for emerging filmmakers to reach wider audiences. We're grateful to AMC+ for helping amplify these vital voices.' Courtney Thomasma, AMC Networks' EVP of linear and streaming products, said in a statement, 'We're proud to partner with NewFest to celebrate Pride and bring these outstanding stories to AMC+. We can't wait for audiences to discover the works of these talented emerging voices alongside fan favorite series and films all month long.' Available to stream on AMC+ starting June 1, 'Future of Film: Newfest 2025' features films from past NewFest Pride and New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival lineups, including these titles: , directed by Imani Celeste (USA, 2023)NewFest36 Selection Four Black art students tell stories of community, divine intervention, and the artistry that led them to this very moment…smoking weed in a cramped apartment trying not to get caught. , directed by Mo Matton (Canada, 2024)NewFest36 Selection Rhys, a people pleaser, winds up at their boss' gender reveal party with their two partners. The trans throuple soon realizes that they are dealing with more than they were prepared for and their ability to survive the event comes into question. , Sohrob Nayebaziz (USA, 2024)NewFest36 SelectionRecipient of NewFest36's Short Film Jury Special Mention Asher realizes a chair they threw out is worth thousands and will stop at nothing to get it back. , directed by Day (Canada/USA, 2024)NewFest36 Selection The breadth of a trans woman's life is shown as she navigates the complexities of a fading memory. Blending the past and present, glimpses of her struggles with love and her evolving gender identity showcase a heartfelt portrait of humanity. , directed by Twiggy Pucci Garçon (USA, 2023)NewFest Pride 2024 Selection Chosen sisters Mermaid and Milan, emerging runway divas in the drag ballroom community celebrate their joy, siblinghood, and unapologetic personas. The documentary explores the power & beauty of being nonbinary in a community that prizes gender 'realness.' , by Shruti Parekh (USA/India, 2024)NewFest36 SelectionRecipient of NewFest36's Short Film Grand Jury Prize and Narrative Short Audience AwardAmerican teen Neelu feels like a fish out of water amidst preparations for her sister's wedding in Delhi until she forges a brief and unexpected connection with Zeyb, a quiet sari store clerk who moonlights as an internet drag queen. Best of Deadline 'The Morning Show' Season 4: Everything We Know So Far 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘The Morning Show' Season 4 Sets Premiere Date; Apple TV+ Gives First Look At Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons & More Newsroom Newcomers
The Morning Show is set to return this fall with some new and familiar faces. Apple TV+ gave a first look at Season 4 on Wednesday, setting the stage for even more turmoil as the newsroom tries to navigate an increasingly polarizing political climate. The first look photos also give a glimpse at newcomers Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Aaron Pierre, William Jackson Harper and Boyd Holbrook. More from Deadline NewFest Sets LGBTQ Shorts Collection For AMC+ 'Future of Film' Pride Month Initiative Leanne Morgan, Chuck Lorre Comedy Series 'Leanne' Gets Netflix Premiere Date; First Look 'The Morning Show' Season 4: Everything We Know So Far Per Apple, the 10-episode fourth season will premiere globally with Episode 1 on on September 17, followed by one episode weekly until November 19. The photo embedded above is a new shot of star Jennifer Anison, who likely has a lot on her plate rebuilding UBA post-merger. See the rest of the first look photos below. Season 4 of The Morning Show opens in spring 2024, almost two years after the events of season three. With the UBA-NBN merger complete, the newsroom must grapple with newfound responsibility, hidden motives, and the elusive nature of truth in a polarized America. In a world rife with deepfakes, conspiracy theories, and corporate cover-ups — who can you trust? And how can you know what's actually real? Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon are back and, in additional to the new cast members, heavy hitting returners include Billy Crudup, Karen Pittman, Nicole Beharie, Nestor Carbonell, Mark Duplass, Greta Lee, and Jon Hamm. The Morning Show is showrun and executive produced by Charlotte Stoudt with director and executive producer Mimi Leder. The series is produced by the studio Media Res, and executive produced by Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer through Media Res, along with Stoudt and Leder. Witherspoon executive produces alongside Lauren Neustadter for Hello Sunshine. Aniston and Kristin Hahn executive produce through Echo Films. Zander Lehmann and Micah Schraft also executive produce. Best of Deadline 'The Morning Show' Season 4: Everything We Know So Far 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
Irish Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Times
The Movie Quiz: How long has Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible franchise gone on for?
The Mission: Impossible franchise looks to be ending this weekend with The Final Reckoning. After how many years? 9 19 29 39 Which Bond film was not the last in the series for its lead actor? A View to a Kill Die Another Day License to Kill You Only Live Twice Which does not suggest a Pixar film? Mr Guadagnino Ms Chanel Ireland's 2024 Eurovision rep David 'Hutch on the telly' Who is the odd character out? Amy March Jean Tatlock Yelena Belova Chani Which song is not heard on the Barbie soundtrack? I'm Just Ken Doll Parts What Was I Made For? I Dance the Night Who doesn't fit with the others Alec Guinness (1949) Jeremy Irons (1988) Lindsay Lohan (1998) Michael B Jordan (2025) Which reminds you of West Side Story? Top Gun and Jaws Days of Thunder and Jurassic Park Cocktail and ET The Firm and Schindler's List Which was the first film in colour to win best picture at the Oscars? It Happened One Night The Wizard of Oz Gone With the Wind An American in Paris Which is not a Laurel and Hardy flick? Sons of the Desert Way Out West The General The Music Box Which never became a theatrically released feature? The Magic Roundabout Thunderbirds The Wombles Clangers
Campaign ME
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Campaign ME
ReelNow TV to launch 90-second mini-dramas in the Gulf region
With more than 500 million subscribers in Asia, a new short-form entertainment platform is launching in the Gulf Region from May 17th. Created by ReelNow TV, the first mini-drama series of 50 episodes of 1.5 to 2 minutes each is titled A Name the isn't Mine. It stars Saudi Arabian actor Muhanad Al-Hamdi – known for his lead roles with Oscar-winning Jeremy Irons in The Cello and Netflix hit Hard Broken. Initially targeting a viewer base of 250,000, the primary audience is female age 30-45 and young adults age 18-30. The financial model is based on subscription to the series following initial trial. For brand partners, ReelNow TV has developed two distinct engagement models inspired by its success in Asia. Audiences can unlock episodes by viewing 30 to 60-second premium ads, or brands can co-create exclusive behind-the-scenes content with cast members—offering high-impact storytelling integration. Mark Fiddes, creative brand strategist and advisor to ReelNow TV, added, 'This is not just content — it's a new storytelling architecture for a mobile-first generation. ReelNow TV has created a format that invites daily emotional engagement and keeps viewers coming back, without compromising on storytelling depth or artistic quality.' Chinese- American Director Alex Zou has a string of award-winning short films to his name, including Honor of Kings, Dragon Courage and Benevolent Wind. He has also worked as screenwriter for Oscar-nominated director Cui Minghui. The series will officially release on May 31, but will be available on the ReelNow app from May 17th when over 20 promotion video trailers will go out on ReelNow TV's official TikTok, SnapChat, Instagram and YouTube accounts. Claire Xiong, Founder of ReelNow TV, said, 'What makes this format magnetic is its ability to deliver cinematic emotion and suspense in under two minutes—crafted by experienced filmmakers, built for social media-native viewers. Everything we've seen about the Gulf's appetite for next-gen content suggests this will strike a real chord. And we welcome brands who want to be part of that cultural connection.' Two more series are already in pre-production for later in the year.
The Guardian
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Jeremy Irons is perfectly cast as the sea – but who should play the clouds?
Some actors are lucky and manage to immediately luck into a perfect role. Others have to struggle for years, sometimes even decades, before eventually finding a part that completely encapsulates their personality. Jeremy Irons is one of them. But the good news is that his number has just come up, because Jeremy Irons has just been cast as the sea. According to Variety, Water People: The Story of Us, the first documentary feature by acclaimed artist Maya de Almeida Araujo has just cast Irons as the voice of the ocean. Which just makes perfect sense, doesn't it? Seriously, don't even try to do better, because you can't. The sea is powerful and intimidating, aloof and angry. It can look pleasant enough from a distance, but up close is unbelievably contemptuous of everything that surrounds it. In short, the sea is always looking for a way to murder you, and as such it should definitely sound like Jeremy Irons. Who else could you possibly pick? Kevin Hart? Too squeaky. Jack Black? Too overblown. Olivia Colman? Perhaps a smidge too silly. In his day, you could guarantee that Orson Welles would have loved a shot at playing the sea, but nobody wants to hear a large body of water be that pleased with itself. Any other actor? Also no. There's no telling how well Water People: The Story of Us will do. But the best case scenario is that it will be a smash hit and open the doors to a wide spectrum of The Story of Us offshoots based on various elements and entities. They will all need to be cast as well, so let's get ahead of the jump and figure out who should play these things. First, let's get one thing straight. A cloud is not just the sea in the sky. Jeremy Irons might be a perfect sea, but he'd be a terrible cloud. If you can't see that I'm not sure I can help you. A cloud should be lighter and prettier, but the actor who plays it should also have enough range to be able to completely ruin your day. Would Emily Blunt make a compelling cloud? I think so. Any idiot can voice a tree. John Rhys-Davies did it in Lord of the Rings, playing Treebeard. Linda Hunt played Grandmother Willow in Pocahontas. Vin Diesel played Groot in the Guardians of the Galaxy films. But to play trees as a concept, as Irons has with the ocean, is a different matter entirely. To do that, you need a voice that exists outside of recognisable frequencies. Your voice must be almost unfathomably untroubled by the time demands of ephemeral humans. In other words, slow. The obvious choice would be Morgan Freeman, but let's be imaginative here. Let's go with the American comedian Joe Pera or, better yet, Flash the Sloth from Zootopia. To be a volcano is to play two different extremes. For most of the time, a volcano is a quiet, passive thing that holds an air of menace. And then there's the inevitable eruption, loud and showy and violent. Very few actors can pull off this juxtaposition well. And that's why I'd like the volcano to be played by Al Pacino. Or, more accurately, AI representations of Al Pacino. When the volcano is dormant, I'd like it to sound like Pacino from the first bit of The Godfather, charismatic but diffident. When it erupts, though, I'd like to use an AI model of his final scene from The Devil's Advocate, because that's how I assume volcanoes sound up close. The final film in the series should be an exploration of space, in all its terrifying expanse. This is maybe the hardest to voice, because it needs to be cold and indifferent. It needs to be booming but precise. It needs to somehow encompass all of life as we know it, but also doesn't seem to like it very much. It should be the sort of voice that groans with repressed anguish whenever Katy Perry tries to penetrate it. You'll have spent the last 90 words thinking 'Just shut up and say Werner Herzog', and you're right.
