Zack Sharf

Zack Sharf is the New York–based News Editor at IndieWire, where he is responsible for running the site’s daily news flow, in addition to crafting larger editorial pieces and covering special events. Prior to joining IndieWire, he received his B.A. in Media Studies from Emerson College, where he worked the Boston press circuit for three years as Managing Editor of the school’s film organization, Reel Reactions. Zack has also worked in the web and editorial department of NYC’s leading news station, WABC-TV. He has a sweet spot for “Before Sunset,” black labs, Julianne Moore, and “The Iron Giant.” Follow him @ZSharf.

Television / By Zack Sharf

Peter Jackson Says ‘Music Isn’t at the Forefront’ of Six-Hour Beatles Doc: More Talking Than Singing

Jackson is telling fans now that “Get Back” is not “a poppy kind of” MTV-style documentary.

Jul 14, 2021 9:22 am /

Television / By Zack Sharf

Don Cheadle, "Falcon and the Winter Soldier"

Don Cheadle Confused by Emmy Nom for ‘Falcon and Winter Soldier’ Cameo: ‘I Don’t Really Get It’

Cheadle earned an Emmy nomination for just over three minutes of screen time.

Jul 13, 2021 5:00 pm /

Television / By Zack Sharf

Jonathan Majors Rallies Around ‘Lovecraft Country’ 18 Emmy Noms After HBO Cancellation

Majors ends his heartfelt reaction by writing, “Our journey continues…”

Jul 13, 2021 1:51 pm /

Film / By Zack Sharf

Sacha Baron Cohen Files $9 Million Lawsuit After Borat Used in Cannabis Billboard Ad

Baron Cohen is suing over copyright infringement, false advertising, and more.

Jul 13, 2021 10:50 am /

Film / By Zack Sharf

‘French Dispatch’ First Clip Pairs Frances McDormand with a Very Naked Timothée Chalamet

Wes Anderson’s latest premiered to strong reviews this week at the Cannes Film Festival.

Jul 13, 2021 9:19 am /

Film / By Zack Sharf

‘Turning Red’ First Trailer: Pixar Unleashes a Beast in New Film from ‘Bao’ Oscar Winner

“Bao” Oscar winner Domee Shi reunites with Pixar for her first feature film.

Jul 13, 2021 8:29 am /

Film / By Zack Sharf

SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY, (aka SPACE JAM 2), from left: Lola Bunny (voice: Zendaya), LeBron James, 2021. © Warner Bros. / Courtesy Everett Collection

‘Space Jam 2’ Director: Making Lola Bunny Less Sexualized Created ‘Super Weird’ Backlash

“I had no idea that people would be that up in arms about a bunny not having boobs,” said director Malcolm D. Lee.

Jul 12, 2021 6:00 pm /

Television / By Zack Sharf

Netflix’s ‘Avatar’ Boom Convinced Nickelodeon to Reunite with Creators and Expand Franchise

The popularity of “The Last Airbender” on Netflix is also driving viewers to stream spinoff series “The Legend of Korra” on Paramount+.

Jul 12, 2021 5:00 pm /

Film / By Zack Sharf

Director Wes Anderson, from left, Timothee Chalamet, and Tilda Swinton pose for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'The French Dispatch' at the 74th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Monday, July 12, 2021. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Cannes 2021 Red Carpet: Timothée Chalamet, Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard, Spike Lee, and More (Photos)

The pandemic isn’t stopping the biggest stars in the world from heading to Cannes.

Jul 12, 2021 3:30 pm /

Film / By Zack Sharf

Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana in "Spencer"

‘Spencer’: 16 Details to Know About Kristen Stewart’s Princess Diana Film and Transformation

Pablo Larraín’s new movie started filming in January 2021 and will be released by the end of the year.

Jul 12, 2021 12:25 pm /

Film / By Zack Sharf

Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn in "Birds of Prey"

Margot Robbie Shocked Zack Snyder Killed Harley Quinn, but Says That’s the Appeal of DC Films

Robbie is taking a Harley Quinn break after being “exhausted” by “Birds of Prey” and “The Suicide Squad.”

Jul 12, 2021 11:45 am /

Film / By Zack Sharf

BLACK WIDOW, Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow, 2021. ph: Jay Maidment /© Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures / © Marvel Studios / Courtesy Everett Collection

Kevin Feige Supported ‘Black Widow’ Excluding Big MCU Cameos: ‘She Doesn’t Need the Boys’

“We didn’t want it to feel like she needs the support,” director Cate Shortland said about nixing MCU cameos.

Jul 12, 2021 9:40 am /

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Zack Sharf

Peter Jackson Says ‘Music Isn’t at the Forefront’ of Six-Hour Beatles Doc: More Talking Than Singing

Don Cheadle Confused by Emmy Nom for ‘Falcon and Winter Soldier’ Cameo: ‘I Don’t Really Get It’

Jonathan Majors Rallies Around ‘Lovecraft Country’ 18 Emmy Noms After HBO Cancellation

Sacha Baron Cohen Files $9 Million Lawsuit After Borat Used in Cannabis Billboard Ad

‘French Dispatch’ First Clip Pairs Frances McDormand with a Very Naked Timothée Chalamet

‘Turning Red’ First Trailer: Pixar Unleashes a Beast in New Film from ‘Bao’ Oscar Winner

‘Space Jam 2’ Director: Making Lola Bunny Less Sexualized Created ‘Super Weird’ Backlash

Netflix’s ‘Avatar’ Boom Convinced Nickelodeon to Reunite with Creators and Expand Franchise

Cannes 2021 Red Carpet: Timothée Chalamet, Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard, Spike Lee, and More (Photos)

‘Spencer’: 16 Details to Know About Kristen Stewart’s Princess Diana Film and Transformation

Margot Robbie Shocked Zack Snyder Killed Harley Quinn, but Says That’s the Appeal of DC Films

Kevin Feige Supported ‘Black Widow’ Excluding Big MCU Cameos: ‘She Doesn’t Need the Boys’

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Oscar Sharp, Damon Lindelof & Matt Reeves Developing Medical Drama ‘The Human Conditions’ At HBO Max

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