How Cameron Crowe Made a David Crosby Documentary and Found His Future
The writer-director of “Jerry Maguire” and “Almost Famous” sees a way out of the studio morass, and the aging rocker helped him get there.
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Alamo Drafthouse Finally Opens in Los Angeles, With Tarantino in 35mm and Charm to Spare
“Rewind your mind” is the mantra at the new downtown Alamo Drafthouse Los Angeles. It soft opens July 20, with discounted food and drink for the first week.
Michael B. Jordan Joins the Oscar Race With Christmas Day Release For ‘Just Mercy’
Warner Bros. moved up Destin Daniel Crettin’s civil rights drama from January for an Oscar-qualifying run.
Emmys 2019: Three Comedy Creator-Stars Get Serious Love
Natasha Lyonne, Bill Hader, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge scored multiple nods for not only acting but creating their comedic characters.
‘The Personal History of David Copperfield’ Will Open London Film Festival
Armando Iannucci, the writer-director of “In the Loop” and “The Death of Stalin,” adapted the Charles Dickens classic and cast Dev Patel in the title role.
‘The Lion King’ Is a Gamechanger, But Disney Isn’t Sure How to Market the Technology
Is it animated or live action? A commercial product designed to please the many, or a work of art worthy of Oscar consideration?
Matthew Heineman Directs True Wildfire Survival Drama ‘Paradise’
The drama is based on a family’s fight for survival during the 2018 California wildfires.
‘The Father’ and ‘Lara’ Win Big at Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
“The Father,” from Bulgaria and Greece, took home the Grand Prix, and “Lara,” from Germany, won three awards at the Czech festival.
‘Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love’: How Two Real Romances Fueled Nick Broomfield’s Intimate Documentary
Marianne Ihlen inspired classic songs and encouraged the men in her life, including Leonard Cohen and the documentarian, to find their best selves.
Heroic Sailor Tracy Edwards Makes ‘Maiden’ a Rousing and Real Crowdpleaser
Alex Holmes’ documentary could be a factor in this year’s Oscar race.
‘Yesterday’: Ed Sheeran’s Smart Casting Advice Saved Danny Boyle’s Beatles Rom-Com
“That’s soul,” the pop star said of Himesh Patel’s singing. “You can’t manufacture it, you could ruin it. Watch out for that.”
The Academy Invites 842 New Members, from Lady Gaga to Jon M. Chu
The Academy continues its inclusion push, with a new list that includes gender parity amongst its invited ranks.
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Box Office: ‘The Lion King’ Rules With $185 Million Debut
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‘Avengers: Endgame’ Surpasses ‘Avatar’ as Global Box Office King
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Disney’s Busy Weekend: ‘Lion King’ Rips Up July Record With $192M Following Marvel Slate Announcement, ‘Endgame’ Notching All-Time $2.8B B.O. Record
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Team Flash Teases 'Really Intense' Times for WestAllen Post-Crisis
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Robin Williams movies: 20 greatest films, ranked worst to best, include ‘Good Morning, Vietnam,’ ‘Dead Poets Society,’ ‘Good Will Hunting’
