Scarlett Johansson Is Right: Tech Platforms Shouldn’t Profit From Her Likeness In Unauthorized AI – Guest Column

Scarlett Johanssonhas stepped up once again with a strong statement on unauthorized AI. This time, shecalled outthe use of her likeness in an AI-generated video addressing Kanye Wests latest hate speech. Time is of the essence to get national AI policies right and establish industrywide standards. Scarlett JohanssonGetty Images Watch on Deadline Social media platforms are profit-driven ventures designed to maximize engagement. This means algorithms prioritize virality over veracity. The most interesting content is often about the most interesting people, which includes the worlds most famous celebrities....

February 18, 2025 · 2 min · 249 words · Charles Hamilton

Shane Gillis & Lady Gaga To Host ‘SNL’ In March

After its 50thanniversary special,Saturday Night Liveis heading back to its normal programming. Shane Gillisis returning to host on March 1 withLady Gagaperforming double duty on March 8. It comes as his Netflix comedyTiresreturns for its second season later this year. Shane Gillis & Lady GagaGetty It comes ahead of her new album on March 7. She has previously hosted once before and been a musical guest four times. Saturday Night Liveis produced in association with Broadway Video....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Heather Morgan

Stan Slate: Lydia West, Liv Hewson & Brooke Satchwell Leading Originals For Australian Streamer

Detective Shepherd (Hewson) begins following the breadcrumbs they attempt to sweep up. Directed by Rachel House (Mountain) and Anne Renton (The Good Doctor). Fifth Season has international sales rights. Clockwise from top L: ‘He Had it Coming’, ‘Watching’ You', ‘One More Shot’ and ‘Love Divided by Eleven’Stan Scobie said: Tender and heartfelt,Love Divided by Elevenexemplifies Stans commitment to championing premium local productions. Gristmill is the producer, marking its first show for Stan....

February 18, 2025 · 2 min · 278 words · Cynthia Williams

Teton Ridge Entertainment Takes Rights To ‘Lonesome Dove’ Franchise For Future TV & Film Projects

Teton Ridge Entertainmenthas landed the rights to literary franchiseLonesome Dovefor future film and TV projects. The deal was made between Teton Ridge Entertainment and Larry McMurtrys estate. It covers all rights except publishing, which remain with the novels publisher, Simon and Schuster. From left: Robert Duvall, Anjelica Huston in 1992’s ‘Lonesome Dove’CBS / courtesy Everett Collection The subsequent books in theLonesome Doveseries were adapted into additional successful award-winning miniseries. Thomas Tull has been the driving force in securing theLonesome DoveIP....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 80 words · Bobby Willis

The London TV Screenings Hot List: What Buyers Need To Know About The Distribs Selling Gillian Anderson Adaptation, David Tennant’s ‘The Hack’ & ‘Colin From Accounts’ Creator’s Latest

Read on, and find all our London TV Screenings contenthere. TrespassesGillian Anderson-starring adaptation of the Louise Kennedy book set in 1970s Belfast against backdrop of the Northern Irish Troubles. Buyers can choose to attend scripted, unscripted or formats events. Clockwise from left: Gillian Anderson; David Tennant in ‘The Hack’; D’Arcy Carden Will Forte in ‘Sunny Nights’; Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsGilbert Flores/Golden Globes / ITV / Lisa Tomasetti, Jungle, Stan, Cineflix Rights / Getty...

February 18, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Anna Barker

YouTuber Steven He Leading Cast In Martial Arts Comedy ‘Kung Fu Deadly’, Filming Underway In Ireland

Essential Film Group is handling worldwide sales. Lee Huang (Old Guard 2) is aboard as action director. The production is supported by Screen Ireland, Coimisiun na Mean and Screen Queensland. Steven HeCourtesy Executive producers are Zane ODonahoo and Chris Dirckze. We cant wait to share it with audiences. James Norrie of Essential added: Kung Fu Deadlyis an action comedy that delivers on all fronts. Get ready for a ride that takes inspiration fromBig Trouble In Little Chinawith the energy of Stephen Chow....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 82 words · Christopher Medina

‘All In: Comedy About Love’ Recoups Broadway Capitalization, Producers Announce 2025-26 Sequel

Venue and all-star casting forAll Outwill be announced soon.All Indirector Alex Timbers will return forAll Out. Its about ambition, envy, ego, spite, and the blind pursuit of fame and fortune. I think some New Yorkers might find the theme even more relatable than love. John Mulaney, Fred Armisen, ‘All In: Comedy About Love’Emilio Madrid The 10-week run began previews on December 11, 2024 and officially opened December 22. All Outwill be produced on Broadway by Seaview and Lorne Michaels....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Timothy Davidson

‘Blue Bloods’ Universe Expands: CBS Orders ‘Boston Blue’ Drama Series Starring Donnie Wahlberg As Danny Reagan

In the new series, from writers Brandon Sonnier & Brandon Margolis (S.W.A.T. The data pipe ordered a script based off that pitch, sources said. Boston BluejoinsFire CountryspinoffSheriff Country,also from CBS Studios and JBTV, which is on deck for next season. Donnie Wahlberg in ‘Blue Bloods’CBS/Getty The new series, as well asFire Country,fall under JBTVs overall deal at CBS Studios. Additionally, CBS is exploring potentialFBI, The EqualizerandThe Neighborhoodspinoffs for 2025-26. In the series finale, Danny finally asked his longtime NYPD partner, Det....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Laura Richardson

‘Blue Moon’ Review: Richard Linklater’s Broadway Chamber Piece Looks Back To A Lost Time And Mourns A Lost Soul – Berlin Film Festival

Few filmmakers have as varied a CV asRichard Linklaters. Before Rodgers and Hammerstein, there was Rodgers and Hart. Seven months later, the drink will get him. Margaret Qualley and Ethan Hawke in ‘Blue Moon’Sabrina Lantos / Sony Pictures Classics In fact, its in the process of getting him right in front of us. Hart despises him and his blundering height, despises the hokey sentimentality ofOklahoma!and is swimming in bitterness. His wit hasnt deserted him, however, which gives his hatred a poisonous potency....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 196 words · Diane Long

‘Captain America: Brave New World’s Julius Onah On Why He Thanks Octavia Spencer In Movie Credits

Moviegoers had to watch all the credits to see the end-credit scene of the Anthony Mackie-starring film. Octavias the greatest, Onah toldPeopleabout including Spencer in the credits. There was no way I was gonna miss the opportunity to say thank you to her. Director Julius Onah and Octavia SpencerRodin Eckenroth / Michael Buckner / Getty Images The filmmaker recently told Deadline he would be working with anotherLucealum. Onah said he wouldwork with Harrison Jr....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 106 words · Phillip Robinson

‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Musical Starring Sutton Foster As Loretta Lynn In Development For Broadway

Currently in development, the stage musical adaptation will be directed bySam Gold, with music production byJeanine Tesori. The two last worked together on the Tony-winning hit 2015 musicalFun Home. Mom absolutely fell in love with her and thought she was just the right person to play her onstage. (inset) Loretta Lynn, Sissy Spacek as Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ (1980), and Sutton FosterEverett/Getty The family is moved by this incredible teams commitment to her legacy....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 119 words · Alexander Neal

‘Come Dine With Me’: Why Enduring 20-Year-Old Format Is “The Quickest Way To Understand The Brits” & How Narrator Dave Lamb Prepares

No one was left behind, he adds. Look at all of its aspects. Across nearly 2,500 eps, the British version has filmed in 10,604 towns and cities. ‘Komen Eten,’ ‘Come Dine With Me,’ ‘Komen Eten Masterchef, (inset) Dave LambGetty Most popular dishes include cheesecake, potato dauphinoise and chicken wrapped in parma ham/bacon. Were not targeting any demographic specifically, he says. I know students love it but that is more accidental scheduling than anything else....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 186 words · Carolyn Thomas

‘Dune 3’ Aiming To Shoot This Summer

Denis Villeneuveis aiming to shoot the third installment in his hitDunemovie series this summer, we understand. BothDuneandDune: Part Twoalso earned Best Picture Oscar nominations. In the novel, Paul MuadDib Atreides has ruled as Emperor for 12 years. Dune: Part TwoWarner Bros Pictures The title of the third film hasnt been set. The movie hasnt been dated for release by Warner Bros/Legendary. Last summerwe reportedthat the studio was holding a December 2026 slot for a Denis Villeneuve Event Film....

February 18, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Jessica Miller