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Bradley Cooper Tells Spike Lee All About ‘Maestro,’ Having No Chairs on Set and Adopting Christian Bale’s Method Acting Style - variety.com - city Philadelphia
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14.12.2023

Bradley Cooper Tells Spike Lee All About ‘Maestro,’ Having No Chairs on Set and Adopting Christian Bale’s Method Acting Style

Bradley Cooper is struggling to remember the name of the film for which he unsuccessfully auditioned in the early aughts, and Spike Lee, the director who rejected him, isn’t much help. The two men are discussing “Maestro,” Cooper’s penetrating look at the marriage of musical genius Leonard Bernstein and Felicia Montealegre (played by a note-perfect Carey Mulligan) when the conversation shifts to this first meeting. “You were so kind to me,” Cooper says.

‘High & Low’: Jeffrey Wright Joins Denzel Washington In Spike Lee’s Remake Of Akira Kurosawa Ransom Thriller - theplaylist.net - USA - Washington - Washington - county Lee
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20.03.2024

‘High & Low’: Jeffrey Wright Joins Denzel Washington In Spike Lee’s Remake Of Akira Kurosawa Ransom Thriller

Coming off his recent Best Actor nomination for “American Fiction,” Jeffrey Wright has landed a high-profile part opposite Denzel Washington and Ilfenesh Hadera (“Billions“) in Spike Lee‘s (“Da 5 Bloods“) “High & Low,” according to a report from THR. The ransom thriller is a remake of the acclaimed Akira Kurosawa film from 1963.

Jeffrey Wright Latest To Join Denzel Washington In Spike Lee’s ‘High And Low’ - deadline.com - USA - Jordan - Washington - Washington - county Lee
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19.03.2024

Jeffrey Wright Latest To Join Denzel Washington In Spike Lee’s ‘High And Low’

Hot on the heels of his first Academy Award nomination for his lead role in American Fiction, Jeffrey Wright has been set to join Denzel Washington and Ilfenesh Hadera in Spike Lee’s High and Low, an English-language reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 crime thriller, for Apple and A24.

Ilfenesh Hadera Joins Denzel Washington In Spike Lee’s ‘High And Low’ For Apple, A24 - deadline.com - Jordan - Washington - Washington - county Lee
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18.03.2024

Ilfenesh Hadera Joins Denzel Washington In Spike Lee’s ‘High And Low’ For Apple, A24

EXCLUSIVE: Ilfenesh Hadera (Godfather of Harlem) has been tapped to star opposite Denzel Washington in Apple and A24‘s High and Low, an English-language reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 crime thriller, from filmmaker Spike Lee.

New Edition to Be Inducted Into NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame; Frankie Beverly to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award - variety.com - city Santana
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07.03.2024

New Edition to Be Inducted Into NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame; Frankie Beverly to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award

Diego Ramos Bechara editor Grammy-nominated R&B group New Edition will be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame on March 16 when the awards return for its 55th installment — with Queen Latifah set to host. Recognized as one of the most distinguished multicultural award shows, the ceremony aims to “uplift values” that inspire equality, justice and progressive change while highlighting artists “committed” to those values, says the NAACP.

Georga Costanza wore Malcolm X’s glasses from Spike Lee’s biopic, says costume designer - www.nme.com - Washington - Washington - Boston
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07.03.2024

Georga Costanza wore Malcolm X’s glasses from Spike Lee’s biopic, says costume designer

Seinfeld pilot that were used in Spike Lee’s Malcolm X biopic.Ruth E. Carter, who won Oscars for both Black Panther films, said that she used the same spectacles that Denzel Washington sported in the film when they came to film The Seinfeld Chronicles, the pilot episode of the classic sitcom, in 1989.Speaking to the Nessa OFF Air podcast, she recalled a conversation she had with Jason Alexander, who played Costanza, in which he suggested that the character needed to wear glasses.“The only glasses that I have are those wired-rimmeds that I brought in that came from Malcolm X,” Carter said.

Michael Jackson Biopic Adds Laura Harrier as Pioneering Music Exec Suzanne de Passe (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - city Motown
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07.03.2024

Michael Jackson Biopic Adds Laura Harrier as Pioneering Music Exec Suzanne de Passe (EXCLUSIVE)

Matt Donnelly Senior Film Writer “Michael,” the splashy forthcoming biopic about Michael Jackson from director Antoine Fuqua, has added actor Laura Harrier in a key role. Harrier, of “BlacKkKlansman” and “Spider-Man: Homecoming” fame, will portray pioneering female music executive Suzanne de Passe in the Lionsgate project. De Passe was a creative assistant to Motown founder Berry Gordy, and is credited with convincing Gordy to sign The Jackson 5 to his label.

‘Oppenheimer’: Hoyte Van Hoytema Wins Top Honors at American Society of Cinematographers Awards - variety.com - USA - Boston
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04.03.2024

‘Oppenheimer’: Hoyte Van Hoytema Wins Top Honors at American Society of Cinematographers Awards

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Hoyte Van Hoytema has taken top honors at the 38th annual American Society of Cinematographers Awards for his work on “Oppenheimer.” Van Hoytema topped a field that included Edward Lachman for “El Conde, Matthew Libatique for “Maestro,” Rodrigo Prieto for “Killers of the Flower Moon” and Robbie Ryan for “Poor Things.” The awards were handed out Sunday night at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. All five theatrical feature film nominees are also nominated for best cinematography at the Oscars.

ASC Awards: ‘Oppenheimer’ Takes Film Prize – Full Winners List - deadline.com - USA - Boston
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04.03.2024

ASC Awards: ‘Oppenheimer’ Takes Film Prize – Full Winners List

Refresh for latest: Oppenheimer continued its romp through awards season by winning the top film prize at the American Society of Cinematographers‘ 38th annual ASC Awards, which were handed out Sunday night at the Beverly Hilton.

Why Ed Lachman Used Vintage Baltar Lenses to Shoot ‘El Conde’ and Other Cinematography Tricks From ASC Nominees - variety.com - Paris - USA - Jordan
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03.03.2024

Why Ed Lachman Used Vintage Baltar Lenses to Shoot ‘El Conde’ and Other Cinematography Tricks From ASC Nominees

David Heuring At the inaugural American Society of Cinematographers awards almost four decades ago, about 100 attendees saw host Gregory Peck give a single award, acknowledging the artistry of Jordan Cronenweth on Francis Ford Coppola’s “Peggy Sue Got Married.” Today, the ASC Awards is an annual event with global reach where 10 major awards are presented, this year including recognition of music video cinematography. On March 3 at the Beverly Hilton, the 105-year-old organization will honor Spike Lee with its Board of Governors Award, in recognition of his career contributions to the art of visual storytelling.

NBC To Mark Jimmy Fallon’s ‘Tonight Show’ 10th Anniversary With Primetime Special - deadline.com - New York - county Fallon
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27.02.2024

NBC To Mark Jimmy Fallon’s ‘Tonight Show’ 10th Anniversary With Primetime Special

NBC has set a two-hour primetime special to celebrate the 10th anniverary of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Fallon announced the special on his show Monday night, saying the past week was officially the show’s 10-year anniversary. The special will air May 14.

Film Independent Spirit Awards President Talks Category Changes, Streaming Ceremony, and Oscar Impact - variety.com - USA - Santa Monica
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22.02.2024

Film Independent Spirit Awards President Talks Category Changes, Streaming Ceremony, and Oscar Impact

Gregg Goldstein When film and TV talents collide on the Santa Monica beach at the Film Independent Spirit Awards, anything can happen. Just ask “American Fiction” nominee Jeffrey Wright.

Alia Bhatt, Richie Mehta, QC Entertainment Prime Video Series ‘Poacher’ Poised for Global Franchise Expansion (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - London - Jordan - India - city Delhi - Beyond
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18.02.2024

Alia Bhatt, Richie Mehta, QC Entertainment Prime Video Series ‘Poacher’ Poised for Global Franchise Expansion (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta‘s India-set Prime Video series “Poacher” could become a global franchise. The Amazon original is produced by QC Entertainment, led by partners Sean McKittrick, Raymond Mansfield and Edward H. Hamm Jr., who backed Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning “Get Out” and “Us” and Spike Lee’s Oscar, BAFTA and Cannes-winning “BlacKkKlansman.

Alia Bhatt, Richie Mehta Prime Video Series ‘Poacher’ From ‘Get Out’ Producers Unveils Trailer – Global Bulletin - variety.com - Jordan - India - city Delhi
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15.02.2024

Alia Bhatt, Richie Mehta Prime Video Series ‘Poacher’ From ‘Get Out’ Producers Unveils Trailer – Global Bulletin

Naman Ramachandran Prime Video has unveiled the first trailer for “Poacher,” the new series from Emmy-winning “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta, executive produced by Bollywood star . An eight-part crime drama based on true events, “Poacher,” which bowed at Sundance 2023, uncovers the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history.

‘The Boys’ Star Laz Alonso Signs With Independent Artist Group - deadline.com - Detroit
deadline.com
14.02.2024

‘The Boys’ Star Laz Alonso Signs With Independent Artist Group

 EXCLUSIVE: Independent Artist Group has signed actor Laz Alonso (The Boys) for representation.

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington reunite to remake Akira Kurosawa crime drama - www.nme.com - Washington - Japan - Washington - Rome - county Lee - Tunisia
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09.02.2024

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington reunite to remake Akira Kurosawa crime drama

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington are reportedly teaming up for the fifth time to reimagine Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 crime drama High And Low.The pair, whose previous projects include Malcolm X, He Got Game and Inside Man, will begin filming the adaptation in March. The original film is based on Ed McBain’s novel King’s Ransom and stars Toshiro Mifune as a wealthy man who is forced to pay the ransom money for his employee’s kidnapped son.In 2008, it was reported that Martin Scorsese would be developing a remake of the story, but the project never went ahead.Lee has previously spoken about his admiration for Kurosawa, claiming that his 1986 comedy She’s Gotta Have It was influenced by the Japanese director’s 1950 drama Rashomon.The remake of High And Low will be released in cinemas by A24 before heading to Apple TV+ (as reported by The Guardian).Alan Fox, a former college basketball player and model turned playwright, will write the script.

‘Get Out’ Producers QC Entertainment Reveal Season 2 of Prime Video Series ‘Poacher,’ Talk Hands-On Strategy (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Britain - Los Angeles - Jordan - India
variety.com
09.02.2024

‘Get Out’ Producers QC Entertainment Reveal Season 2 of Prime Video Series ‘Poacher,’ Talk Hands-On Strategy (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta‘s Prime Video series “Poacher” is the first time Los Angeles-based QC Entertainment has ventured into India. Led by partners Sean McKittrick, Raymond Mansfield and Edward H. Hamm Jr., QC – which stands for Quality Control – backed Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning “Get Out” and “Us” and Spike Lee’s Oscar, BAFTA and Cannes-winning “BlacKkKlansman,” among many other successful ventures.

Spike Lee & Denzel Washington Reteam On Remake Of Akira Kurosawa’s Kidnapping Classic ‘High And Low’ - theplaylist.net - Washington - Japan - Washington
theplaylist.net
08.02.2024

Spike Lee & Denzel Washington Reteam On Remake Of Akira Kurosawa’s Kidnapping Classic ‘High And Low’

18 years after their last collaboration, director Spike Lee and Denzel Washington, one of the legendary filmmaker/lead actor duos, are teaming up again. This time, it’s for a remake of Akira Kurosawa’s classic crime thriller, the 1963 Japanese police procedural crime “High And Low,” which originally starred Toshiro Mifune.

Thriller ‘Hunters on a White Field,’ Starring Ardalan Esmaili, Jens Hultén and Magnus Krepper, Pounced On by LevelK (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Sweden - city Copenhagen
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29.01.2024

Thriller ‘Hunters on a White Field,’ Starring Ardalan Esmaili, Jens Hultén and Magnus Krepper, Pounced On by LevelK (EXCLUSIVE)

Annika Pham Copenhagen-based LevelK has pounced on world sales rights to the Swedish suspense thriller “Hunters on a White Field,” toplining stellar acting trio Jens Hultén (“Skyfall”, “Mission Impossible Rogue Nation”), Magnus Krepper (“The Promised Land,” “Queen of Hearts”) and Ardalan Esmaili (“The Charmer,” “Snabba Cash”). The pic will bow as an exclusive market screening at Göteborg’s Nordic Film Market, running Jan. 31-Feb 2.

Jemele Hill Signs With WME (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com
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25.01.2024

Jemele Hill Signs With WME (EXCLUSIVE)

Joe Otterson TV Reporter Jemele Hill has signed with WME for representation in all areas, Variety has learned exclusively. Hill currently serves as contributing writer for The Atlantic and a creative consultant for Meadowlark Media. She is also a co-founder of Lodge Freeway Media.

Martin Scorsese & Robbie Robertson To Receive Society of Composers and Lyricists Spirit of Collaboration Award - deadline.com - Los Angeles - county Jones
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25.01.2024

Martin Scorsese & Robbie Robertson To Receive Society of Composers and Lyricists Spirit of Collaboration Award

The Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL) will honor the late Robbie Robertson and director Martin Scorsese with the Spirit of Collaboration Award at the 5th Annual SCL Awards, to be held Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. 

Netflix Film Chief Scott Stuber Leaving to Start New Company - variety.com
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23.01.2024

Netflix Film Chief Scott Stuber Leaving to Start New Company

Netflix‘s film chief Scott Stuber is leaving the streamer to start a new production company. The exec will stay at Netflix through the middle of March, after which chief content officer Bela Bajaria will find his replacement, according to those familiar with the situation. Stuber has secured financing for this new endeavor, which will focus on making TV shows and movies, according to Bloomberg, which first reported the news of Stuber’s departure.

Scott Stuber Leaving Netflix Head Of Film Post - deadline.com
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22.01.2024

Scott Stuber Leaving Netflix Head Of Film Post

Scott Stuber is leaving Netflix. The chairman of Netflix film since 2017, he will be leaving in March to start his own media company.  

Art Directors Guild 2024 Honorees Set: David Lowery, Greg Papalia, Wynn P. Thomas & Francine West - deadline.com
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18.01.2024

Art Directors Guild 2024 Honorees Set: David Lowery, Greg Papalia, Wynn P. Thomas & Francine West

The Art Directors Guild has a quartet of career honorees for its 2024 ADG Awards. David Lowery, Greg Papalia, Wynn P. Thomas and Francine West will be feted during its February 10 ceremony at Ovation Hollywood’s Ray Dolby Ballroom.

Max Acquires Spike Lee Exec-Produced Bill Bradley Documentary ‘Rolling Along: Bill Bradley’ (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - New York - USA - New York - state Mississippi
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16.01.2024

Max Acquires Spike Lee Exec-Produced Bill Bradley Documentary ‘Rolling Along: Bill Bradley’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Addie Morfoot Contributor “Rolling Along: Bill Bradley,” an oral autobiography of the life and career of former star New York Knicks player and U.S. Senator Bill Bradley, has been acquired by Max and will begin streaming on the service Feb. 1.

What to watch and stream in honor of MLK Day - nypost.com - USA - state Mississippi - state Maryland - county Bryan
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12.01.2024

What to watch and stream in honor of MLK Day

Oscar-nominated movie directed by Ava DuVernay follows Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (David Oyelowo) during the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery voting rights marches.

Kwame Kwei-Armah Joins Fifth Season-Backed Production Company The Story Collective (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - London - Miami - state Maryland - city Baltimore
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11.01.2024

Kwame Kwei-Armah Joins Fifth Season-Backed Production Company The Story Collective (EXCLUSIVE)

K.J. Yossman Actor, director and playwright Kwame Kwei-Armah has joined the board of Endeavor-backed production company The Story Collective. In the role, Kwei-Armah will bring expertise and mentorship to various projects in development as well as nurturing new ideas to bring to screen.

Doc Powerhouse Sam Pollard To Receive Black Public Media’s Trailblazer Award: “Time To Give Him The Flowers He Deserves” - deadline.com - New York - USA - county Ida
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23.12.2023

Doc Powerhouse Sam Pollard To Receive Black Public Media’s Trailblazer Award: “Time To Give Him The Flowers He Deserves”

Filmmaker Sam Pollard, one of the most prolific and important forces in contemporary documentary, will be honored by Black Public Media at its upcoming PitchBlack Awards in New York.

Spike Lee Tells Bradley Cooper Says Denzel Washington Is “Done” Directing In New 46 Minute Filmmaker Talk - theplaylist.net - Jordan - Washington - Washington
theplaylist.net
20.12.2023

Spike Lee Tells Bradley Cooper Says Denzel Washington Is “Done” Directing In New 46 Minute Filmmaker Talk

Two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington is clearly one of our finest actors (he’s been nominated ten times in total for various Best Acting and Best Supporting Actor turns). The actor, who has worked with many of the greats, Spike Lee, Ridley Scott, Tony Scott, Jonathan Demme, etc.

Bradley Cooper directed ‘Maestro’ in character after being inspired by Christian Bale - www.nme.com - USA - county Lee
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15.12.2023

Bradley Cooper directed ‘Maestro’ in character after being inspired by Christian Bale

Bradley Cooper has revealed that he directed his new Leonard Bernstein biopic Maestro in character as the late conductor, having been inspired by Christian Bale’s method in 2013’s American Hustle.Speaking to fellow director Spike Lee in an interivew for Variety, Cooper recalled being impressed by Bale’s commitment to staying in character.“American Hustle was the first time I saw an actor stay in the voice of a character,” he said. “It was Christian Bale. I had heard stories about Daniel Day-Lewis.

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