Prime Video Launches AI-Assisted Dubbing Of Movies And Series In Pilot Program

AmazonsPrime Videohas launched a pilot program usingAItools to dub select movies and series into English and Latin American Spanish. The AI-assisteddubbingwill be used for licensed movies and series that would not otherwise have been dubbed. The Prime Video announcement didnt offer any regional breakdowns, but it called the pilot program a hybrid approach. Amazon Prime VideoCourtesy The AI tools are combined with human localization pros in an effort to ensure quality control....

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 98 words · Jennifer Campbell

Sarah Timlick Joining Amazon MGM Studios As Head Of Theatrical Distribution For Canada

EXCLUSIVE:Im getting word thatElevation PicturesvetSarah Timlickis being hired asAmazon MGM Studios Head of Theatrical Distribution for Canada. This would mark the streamer and motion picture studios first hire in their plannedinternational film distribution division. Previously, Warner Bros would handle Canadian releases of Amazon MGM movies on a case-by-case basis. Sarah TimlickChristina Do Canada wasnt part of Amazon MGM Studios foreign pact with Warners. Amazon MGM will present at CinemaCon for the first time in April....

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 75 words · Sean Snyder

See-Saw Films Acquired By Mediawan

British-Australian production powerhouseSee-Saw Filmshas been bought by FrancesMediawan. See-Saw has headquarters in the UK and Australia and has been on a hot streak in recent years. The studio was launched by Iain Canning and Emile Sherman back in 2008. (L-R) Kit Connor and Joe Locke in ‘Heartstopper’Netflix Helen Gregory and Simon Gillis now lead day-to-day operations as Joint Managing Directors. This union reflects a shared vision for growth, creative excellence and independence....

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Edward Jackson

Series Mania Forum Director Francesco Capurro Breaks Down 2025 Plans & New Buyers Upfront

Ahead of the drama biz decamping to northern France,Series Mania ForumDirectorFrancesco Capurrobreaks down the plan for 2025. How will you adapt to the changes? But I dont want to be too pessimistic. Series Mania’s Forum is a diary date in the drama businessSeries Mania, Nablezon There are still a lot of series made every year. Its different in different places. CAPURRO:For us, it is quite a big move. Its the first time that we have had an event entirely dedicated to the buyers and the distributors....

March 6, 2025 · 3 min · 494 words · Laurie Wagner

Stock Market Extends Selloff Amid Trump Tariff Anxiety; Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Calls Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau A “Numbskull” For Raising Trade Concerns

A correction is defined as an index dropped more than 10% below its closing high. Gains by tech shares have been a significant engine of growth for the overall market in recent years. Discovery surrendering 6% to $10.70. A view of the New York Stock Exchange building in New York CityMostafa Bassim/Anadolu via Getty Images Paramount Global stock also ticked up 2%. Bessent said at an Economic Club of New York event....

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · David Dixon III

The Black List & WIF Set 2025 Episodic Lab Participants

EXCLUSIVE:TheBlack ListandWIFhave announced the participants for the 2025Episodic Lab. Were thrilled for them to join our thriving community of creatives that have come through this program. Submissions for the 2026 Episodic Lab opened today. Top row L-R: Carolyn, Jessica, Rae Bottom row L-R: Nikki, Kit, Melissa, Shay Klarecki graduated from the University of Michigan, where she was a writer and editor atThe Michigan Daily. Jessica Kozak has an MFA in Screenwriting from UCLA....

March 6, 2025 · 2 min · 226 words · Anthony Kelly

Theater Groups & ACLU File Lawsuit Over National Endowment For The Arts’ New Grant Restrictions On Gender Ideology

Also named in the lawsuit as a defendant is Mary Anne Carter, acting chair of the NEA. A spokesperson for the federal arts agency did not immediately return a request for comment. We hope the NEA and the courts will clarify any guidance on their enforcement before the upcoming grant deadlines. Getty It also canceled another grant program, Challenge America.

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 60 words · Leslie Wong

True/False Film Fest Wraps Banner 2025 Edition: “We Couldn’t Have Hoped For A Better Year”

True/Falseis celebrating a successful 22ndedition of the all-documentary festival in Columbia, MO. Related Stories Who’s The Boss? Miraz got choked up as he described experiencing the film, which was made over a period of years. Matthew Carey Very emotional seeing everything thats happened. Thats how we developed during our growing up. He added praise for Sidhoo, saying, He made it feel like he wasnt even there recording it. Protesters and police in ‘WTO/99’True/False...

March 6, 2025 · 2 min · 217 words · Amanda Fox

West End Hit ‘Oedipus’ With Mark Strong And Lesley Manville Sets Fall Broadway Transfer As Part Of Roundabout Season

Reprising their roles from the sold-out London staging, Strong plays Oedipus and Manville portrays Jacosta. Returning To Broadway This August The official synopsis: Its Oedipuss Election night. The polls predict a landslide victory. ‘Oedipus’ London cast: Phia Saban, Mark Strong, Lesley Manville, James Wilbraham, Jordan ScowenManuel Harlan Everything is about to change. Theatre thrives on reinvention, and this season is about honoring our past while shaping whats next. They meet the charismatic Dr....

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Hannah Thompson

Whoopi Goldberg Won’t Attend Kennedy Center Until It “Becomes What Kennedy Center Was Always Supposed To Be”; Trump Appointee Calls ‘Hamilton’ Withdrawal A “Publicity Stunt”

UPDATE, with video:TheKennedy Centerjust lost another patron. Its clear he and Sellers [sic] dont want Republicans going to their shows. Americans see you, Lin. Lets be clear on the facts. This is a publicity stunt that will backfire. The Arts are for everyone not just for the people who Lin likes and agrees with. Goldberg went on to suggest thatHamiltonmakes it statements with its nontraditional casting. Hamilton doesnt look like Hamilton, she said....

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 73 words · Jodi Conley

‘BBC Breakfast’ Editor Was Rewarded With More Power After Facing Bullying & Misconduct Claims

The BBC declined to comment on individual HR matters. Frediani did not respond to a request for comment. Employees also expressed unease about a culture of favoritism. ‘BBC Breakfast’ editor Richard FredianiBBC The incident was investigated by the BBC and the womans complaint was upheld. The female editor, whom Deadline has chosen not to name, did not respond when contacted for comment. Everyone is dispensable, he told lawmakers about disciplinary processes....

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 196 words · Christopher Gray

‘Beyond The Gates’ Viewership Bests ‘The Talk’ By 78%; L+7 Day Viewing For Premiere Lures 3 Million

CBS also notes that the premiere ofGateshad a 9 share whilePassionsback in 1999 had only a 7. Michele Val Jean is the creator, showrunner and executive producer ofBeyond the Gates. Daphnee Duplaix as Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson, Clifton Davis as Vernon Dupree, Tamara Tunie as Anita Dupree, and Karla Mosley as Dani DupreeQuantrell Colbert/CBS

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 54 words · Dennis Irwin

‘Friends’ Actor Recalls “Toxic Environment”, Racist Slurs Spoken On Set: “Nobody Felt The Need To Correct This Or Say Anything About It”

It was at the time, I felt it was kind of a toxic environment, Park said. Get the Oriental guy. And nobody felt the need to correct this or say anything about it. ‘Friends’Warner Bros./Courtesy Everett Collection So this is normal behavior. Working with the people involved with this show was an extremely painful experience for me. Park currently can be seen inMickey 17.

March 6, 2025 · 1 min · 64 words · David Kaufman