Disney+ has been canceling shows left and right this year, with another title being added to this list moments ago.
04.04.2023 - 16:23 / variety.com
Naman Ramachandran In his last keynote address as U.K. Film Distributors’ Association president, veteran producer David Puttnam struck a sombre note highlighting a number of critical issues the country’s media industry is facing. Addressing a rapt audience at the BAFTA headquarters in London on Tuesday, Puttnam identified skills shortage and lack of investment in skills as a “major crisis” hanging over the industry. According to Puttnam’s calculations, a committed annual investment of £40 million ($50 million) in skills could result in production savings of well over £100 million ($125 million). New data commissioned by Puttnam from accountancy firm Saffery Champness shows that underinvestment, leading to scarcity of talent, has resulted in significant wage inflation for mid-level production roles, with spikes of between 7-15% above the cost of living.
Puttnam said that inward investment in the film and high end TV sectors, currently at a record height of £6.27 billion, could move out of the U.K. to locations in which similar production quality can be obtained at a more competitive price. “Please believe me, there are countries snapping at our heels, who would love to seize the business that we’ve so very painstakingly built,” Puttnam said. Puttnam welcomed the formation of the U.K. skills task force led by former Amazon Studios Europe boss Georgia Brown and said that he looked forward to the body’s recommendations. The Oscar-winning producer of “Chariots of Fire” also pointed to BFI statistics that revealed that the spend on U.K. independent filmmaking showed a 31% decrease versus 2021, “depriving audiences of an extraordinary rich variety of storytelling which reflects our individual and collective histories,”
Disney+ has been canceling shows left and right this year, with another title being added to this list moments ago.
Brentford goalkeeper David Raya has reiterated his desire to play in the Champions League amid speculation over his future at the London side and after being linked with a summer move to Manchester United.
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Netflix is looking to put yet another high-profile project into production with a feature film adaptation of the popular stage play “The Piano Lesson” with director Malcolm Washington set to helm, the streamer announced today. The pic is based on the August Wilson (“Fences”) play of the same name with a script penned by Virgil Williams and Washington.
Pete Davidson’s mind? Peacock released the trailer for “Bupkis,” its new series starring Davidson and which is based on his life. In its half-hour episodes, “Bupkis” shows Davidson’s life in a heightened, fictionalized manner. Combining grounded storytelling with unfiltered and absurd elements, the eight-episode show will depict Davidson’s unique worldview. The trailer opens with quick clips of tabloid headlines about Davidson and with him saying, “I googled myself yesterday. People think I’m, like, a joke for some reason.”
Pete Davidson's upcoming Peacock comedy, , is here!On Thursday, the streaming network shared the chaotic, star-filled trailer featuring new footage from Davidson's semi-autobiographical series, which launches Thursday, May 4.The comedy follows Davidson as he attempts to work through unique family dynamics and the complexities of fame to form meaningful relationships. The half-hour series, which straddles reality and absurdity to best represent what it is to be Pete Davidson, stars Davidson, Edie Falco and Joe Pesci.The trailer, which Peacock touts as Davidson's cut, features a slew of famous guest stars, including Davidson's real-life girlfriend, Chase Sui Wonders; Bobby Cannavale; Al Gore; Jon Stewart; Charlie Day; Steve Buscemi; Sebastian Stan; Machine Gun Kelly; Ray Romano; John Mulaney; Kenan Thompson; and more. As expected, Davidson pokes fun at the tabloids' obsession over his personal life and even his «big d**k energy,» as Romano tells him in one memorable moment in the trailer, «You're like p***y Thanos.»Watch Davidson's custom cut of the trailer below.A post shared by Peacock (@peacock)Davidson also is a writer and executive producer on alongside showrunner/writer/executive producer Judah Miller and writer/executive producer Dave Sirus.
Netflix is looking to put yet another high-profile project into production with a feature film adaptation of the popular stage play “The Piano Lesson” with director Malcolm Washington set to helm, the streamer announced today. The pic is based on the August Wilson (“Fences”) play of the same name with a script penned by Virgil Williams and Washington.
Strictly Come Dancing star Jowita Przystal appeared to have completely moved on from former beau Giovanni Pernice, 32, as she was spotted with her arm wrapped around fellow professional dancer Arduino Bertoncello. The 28 year old Polish beauty, who won the 2022 edition of the BBC competition with wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin, was positively beaming as she was pictured strolling down the street in London. At one point, the duo turned to face each other and grinned, continuing to maintain the contact all the time.
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Disney+ has been busy making a lot of decisions about their content this year.
Victoria and David Beckham regularly give fans a sneak peek inside married life.
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We all know the Beckhams have got heaps of money thanks to their long-standing careers, sponsorship deals and their own businesses, so it’s never a surprise when we see them enjoying the most elaborate of things. From spending time on their family yacht to zooming around in David’s apparent £3 million car collection, the former footballer has turned heads again.
Sir David Jason's wife Gill Hinchcliffe has spoken out after the actor found out he is father to a previously unknown daughter from a previous relationship. The Only Fools & Horses legend, 83, recently found out he is father to Abi Harris, 52, who was born in 1970 following a brief relationship with her actress mother Jennifer Hill.
Only Fools & Horses star Sir David Jason has been pictured for first time with his 52 year old daughter who's existence he only recently discovered .The family resemblance was clear to see as 83 year old David smiled next to his daughter, Abi Harris, in a picture shared with the Mirror after he proudly announced that he had found out she was his flesh and blood.The acting legend also found out that he has a ten year old grandson, Charlie, and he's welcomed the pair into his family with open arms. In the first snap of David and Abi Harris together, there were striking similarities between the pair, including the same square face shape, button nose, kind smile and deep blue-green eyes.
Only Fools And Horses legend Sir David Jason has shared his "delight" after discovering he is father to a previously unknown 52-year-old daughter. The 83-year-old, who is also dad to 22-year-old Sophie with wife Gill Hinchcliffe, 62, was told the news only recently, he told the Mirror. Sir David told the Mirror: "To say it was a surprise to find out I had a daughter from years ago is an understatement." The iconic actor's daughter, Abi, was born in 1970 following a brief relationship with her actress mother Jennifer Hill.
Only Fools And Horses legend David Jason has expressed "delight" after discovering he is father to a previously unknown 52-year-old daughter. The 83-year-old, who is also dad to 22-year-old Sophie with wife Gill Hinchcliffe, 62, learnt the news only recently, he told the Mirror. His daughter, Abi, was born in 1970 following a brief relationship with her actress mother Jennifer Hill.