Netflix CEO Defends ‘Cuties’ & Is Shocked By The “Discussion About Censoring Storytelling”

Ming Cho Lee, the Tony Award winner and National Medal of Arts recipient who reshaped the aesthetics of scenic design with his work for the theater, opera and dance in spaces around the world, has died. He was 90.

The recent Adam Sandler film, “Hubie Halloween,” seems to mark the return to silly comedy for the actor after wowing audiences with his role in the drama, “Uncut Gems,” but that doesn’t mean he’s done with drama just yet.

Also Read: Ron Howard in 'Serious Discussions' for 'Willow' Sequel Series at Disney+“Growing up in the ’80s, ‘Willow’ has had a profound effect on me,” Chu said in a statement. “The story of the bravest heroes in the least likely places allowed me, an Asian-American kid growing up in a Chinese restaurant looking to go to Hollywood, to believe in the power of our own will, determination and of course, inner magic.

We’ve been talking about a new “Willow” project for over two years now. What started as talk about a sequel film morphed into discussions about a TV series, but time after time, there was nothing confirmed.

Peter White Television EditorThe Willow television adaptation has been handed a series order at Disney+.Crazy Rich Asians director Jon M.

Jamie Foxx is starting to see the Netflix light. You see, after debuting his most recent action film, “Project Power,” on the streaming service, the Oscar-winning actor has already lined up another blockbuster film for Netflix, “Day Shift.” READ MORE: Jamie Foxx And Teyonah Parris Join John Boyega In Sci-Fi Mystery ‘They Cloned Tyrone’ According to THR, Foxx is set to star in the upcoming film, “Day Shift,” which will be directed by JJ Perry.

Will Thorne Staff WriterThe enchanting world of “Willow,” created by George Lucas, is officially coming to the small screen.Disney Plus has confirmed a sequel series taking place years after the events of the original Ron Howard-directed pic is heading into production next year.

Sofia Richie is enjoying a night out with Matthew Morton!

Naman Ramachandran Netflix comedy executive Jane Wiseman has left the company after just over six years as vice president of originals.“I’m grateful for all that Jane has contributed during her six-plus years at Netflix, from building a talented creative team to bringing our members such successful series as ‘Grace and Frankie,’ ‘Ozark,’ ‘Dead to Me’ and our adult animation slate,” said global TV vice president Bela Bajaria.

Colin Jost kept mum about his upcoming nuptials to fiancée Scarlett Johansson during an October 15 interview, but he says fans should expect one thing for certain: Michael Che is going to object during the ceremony. Ellen DeGeneres asked the Saturday Night Live writer, 38, if he was aware that his Weekend Update co-anchor was prepared to “make a scene” during the big day. Yes, Colin knows — and he’s actually welcoming it!

Colin Jost wants a cinematic wedding.

Justin Kroll Senior Film Reporter EXCLUSIVE: Jessica Jones star Krysten Ritter, Winslow Fegley And Lidya Jewett are set to star in the Netflix family pic Night Books with David Yarovesky on board to direct. Sam Raimi and Robert Tapert will produce through Ghost House Pictures along with MXN Entertainment’s Mason Novick and Michelle Knudsen.Based on the J.A.

Netflix boss Ted Sarandos has defended Cuties, calling the film “misunderstood”.Following an indictment from a Texas grand jury for the film’s “lewd” depiction of children, Sarandos said Cuties was “very misunderstood” in the US.The film, released last month, focuses on 11-year-old Amy who finds herself caught between the traditional Muslim values of her family and her newfound ambition to join an all-girls dance troupe.Speaking at the virtual Mipcom market, Sarandos said, per Deadline: “It’s a

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has brushed off a Texas grand jury indictment of Cuties (Mignonnes), French director Maïmouna Doucouré's indie film that has generated controversy on the streaming platform for its depiction of prepubescent girls. "Frankly, I'm surprised there hasn't been more discussion about the First Amendment implications of this film.

Jake Kanter International TV EditorNetflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos has voiced shock that a censorship debate has sprung up around the controversial Cuties film after a Texas grand jury indicted the streamer over the feature.In comments at the virtual Mipcom market on Monday, Sarandos said Cuties was misunderstood in America after the indictment claimed it “appeals to the prurient interest in sex, and has no serious, literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.”Defending the Maïmouna

Michael Che gave an update on his pal and Saturday Night Live costar Colin Jost’s upcoming wedding to fiancée Scarlett Johansson.During an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Monday, October 12, host Ellen DeGeneres asked the SNL writer, 37, whether he will be in the engaged couple’s wedding.“I hope so, not if they want it to go over smoothly,” the comedian joked.

Arabella Chi has shared a glimpse inside her new London home after moving in back in June. The Love Island star, 28, lives with her dog Astro in the super stylish apartment which has its own balcony and has proven the perfect workout space for Arabella.

paraphrase Betty Gilpin,GLOW was canceled. We are sad. Earlier this week, Netflix announced GLOW would not, in fact, return for its planned fourth and final season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A grand jury in Texas has indicted Netflix over its controversial film, “Cuties”. The streaming service is being charged with promotion of lewd visual material depicting children, ET confirms.