How ‘Hamilton’ Became a Color-Conscious Casting Trailblazer, Before It Was Cool
Anthony Ramos, Leslie Odom, Jr., and the “Hamilton” casting directors reveal the process behind casting Black and brown faces as historic white figures.
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Emma Watts Is Paramount’s Knight in Shining Armor: Here’s Why
As the movie business lurches forward during a global pandemic, Watts could help steer the studio in the right direction.
Disney Fans Call for Rebrand of Splash Mountain, the Ride Based on Controversial ‘Song of the South’
The racially problematic movie’s legacy haunts one of Disney’s most iconic rides, and petitioners want to change that.
How Kenneth Branagh Became a Hollywood A-List Director — Exclusive Video
It’s not easy to get on the Hollywood A list: Here’s how the “Artemis Fowl” and “Death on the Nile” director did it.
Why Universal Pushed Back ‘The Forever Purge’ and Disney Moved Up ‘Hamilton’
A tale of two choices: why Universal may stick with theaters for its fifth “Purge” movie, while Disney opted to stream its Broadway musical.
‘Hamilton’ Is the Surest Way for Disney+ to Challenge Netflix at the Event-Streaming Game
Disney is trading a potentially huge theatrical gross for a new way to lure subscribers to Disney+.
Disney Hints at a Shifting Theatrical Strategy, but Not on VOD
The company isn’t ready to smash any windows yet, but CEO Bob Chapek hinted that theatrical releases may be less important in the future.
Disney’s Closed Parks Are Bleeding Billions, but the Company’s Brand Is as Strong as Ever
Shuttered parks are bleeding money, but execs believe skyrocketing Disney+ demand shows why visitors will return once parks reopen.
Oddly, Disney Tentpoles Are More Important for Theaters Than They Are for Disney
It may own 40 percent of the US box office, but Disney’s films only account for one-sixth of its profits.
Disney+ Can Revive ‘Daredevil’ in Fall 2020, but Charlie Cox Still Doubts Season 4
“Daredevil” fans still hoping a new season could hit Disney+ should lower their expectations.
Marvel’s ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Box Office Records May Never Be Broken
While the Marvel “Avengers” finale reminds us of the profit potential of the global theatrical model, it’s also something that may never be replicated.
Abigail Disney Criticizes Company for Suspending Pay to Nearly Half of Workforce
Abigail Disney argued that financial pressures do not “constitute permission to continue pillaging and rampaging by management.”
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Ennio Morricone, Oscar-Winning ‘Hateful Eight’ Composer, Dies at 91
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Pharrell Williams Explores Hometown Gospel in New Netflix Series
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Ennio Morricone Dies: Legendary Composer Of Spaghetti Westerns & Oscar Winners Was 91
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Alfred Hitchcock best movies: 25 greatest films ranked from worst to best