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fromVulture
7 hours ago

The 9 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

The second season appears to go in a The White Lotus-esque direction with Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan as a couple whose fight is witnessed by two country-club employees.
Film
Women in technology
fromFast Company
7 hours ago

'We don't want to be left behind': Reese Witherspoon says using AI is feminist and women need to catch up

Reese Witherspoon emphasizes the importance of women understanding AI to avoid being left behind in the workforce.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Runway CEO says AI could help Hollywood make 50 films instead of one $100M blockbuster | TechCrunch

AI can transform Hollywood by reallocating budgets to produce more films, increasing the chances of success.
fromScary Mommy
3 hours ago

TV Show Cancellations & Renewals 2026: A Running List Of What's Safe (Or Not)

Falling in love with a show can lead to heartbreak if it gets canceled before you feel like you got any real closure.
Television
Fundraising
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 hours ago

Zootopia 2 and Encanto choreographer teaches 'Cinderellas' with Saving Our Daughters

Saving Our Daughters empowers young girls of color through mentorship and dance education, fostering confidence and self-ownership.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
16 hours ago

This ridiculous AI video has convinced people that Jennifer Coolidge is trans

The video starts with Cher's son, Chaz Bono, who is transgender and recently got married. However, the video then changes to show a before photo of 'Jennifer Coolidge' as a man; that then morphs into a picture of Trace Lysette, who bears absolutely no resemblance to Coolidge whatsoever.
LGBT
#creator-economy
fromHubspot
11 hours ago
Growth hacking

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 month ago

Oscars 2026: Why The Best Creators Build Around Pop Culture

Successful creators now build content around cultural moments and events rather than staying confined to single niches, as algorithm saturation makes niche-focused content interchangeable and undiscoverable.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
11 hours ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 month ago

Oscars 2026: Why The Best Creators Build Around Pop Culture

Successful creators now build content around cultural moments and events rather than staying confined to single niches, as algorithm saturation makes niche-focused content interchangeable and undiscoverable.
fromBlavity News & Entertainment
1 day ago

Blavity Media Group Expands Into Connected TV Through Partnership With OTTera - Blavity

"Black culture has never been confined to one screen, and neither should the brands that want to show up authentically for our audience. This partnership with OTTera means that for the first time, a brand can walk into BMG and leave with a campaign that reaches Black America from their morning scroll to their living room couch. That is a first in Black media, and we built it," said Morgan DeBaun, CEO.
Marketing tech
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
1 day ago

Latest update on expected release of 2025 Dodgers World Series documentary

The 2025 World Series documentary is in production and expected to release soon, despite delays in its rollout.
Podcast
fromDefector
1 day ago

A New Space In Which To Be Stupid, With Michael Schur | Defector

Baseball's emotional impact fluctuates, with teams' performance affecting fans' feelings throughout the season.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Lisa Rinna & Harry Hamlin snag Pelosi LGBTQ+ Ally Award. They warn of 'authoritarian takeover'

Lisa Rinna warns that the U.S. is experiencing an authoritarian takeover, threatening democracy and equality.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Fires Back at MAGA Critics on Michelle Obama's Podcast: Don't Tell Me What My Job Is'

Jimmy Kimmel defends his focus on Trump in comedy, asserting it's essential to address current events in his role as a late-night host.
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Noah's Arc star Darryl Stephens on Heated Rivalry's success: "That show couldn't have happened with 2 men of color" - Queerty

Folks are starved for male intimacy in a way that feels honest and genuine. The idea that the two actors were all over each other, hugging and kissing whenever they could, made us go, 'Oh, there's a new way to-' Many men are starved for representation that allows them to be emotionally vulnerable and physically affectionate with each other.
NYC LGBT
NYC startup
fromWWD
2 days ago

How Spotlite is Rewriting the Rules of the Modeling Industry

Spotlite aims to revolutionize the modeling industry by promoting transparency and allowing models to set their own rates without heavy commissions.
LA Clippers
fromDodger Blue
2 days ago

UCLA women's basketball team being celebrated at Dodger Stadium

UCLA women's basketball team won their first national title, defeating South Carolina 79-51, and celebrated with various events in Los Angeles.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

West Hollywood is protecting modern families. The rest of California should be next

California laws need to reflect diverse family structures beyond the traditional nuclear family model.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 hours ago

Hulu's biggest reality stars will be under one roof for Hulu's Get Real event and livestream

Hulu's Get Real House returns with a livestream event featuring reality stars and new announcements on April 22.
fromConsequence
1 day ago

This Sacha Baron Cohen Movie About an Alternate Reality Ruled by Women Looks Bonkers

In Ladies First, Sacha Baron Cohen portrays an advertising executive who wakes up in a world where women dominate, leading to humorous situations and challenges.
Women in technology
Film
fromIndieWire
1 day ago

Paramount Chief David Ellison Makes His Promise to CinemaCon and Delivers Johnny Depp and Billie Eilish

Paramount showcased major film announcements and star appearances at CinemaCon, including a new 'Top Gun' film and 'Children of Blood and Bone'.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

The Pentagon forced out a transgender Army major. Now her story is Emmy-nominated

A documentary about transgender service members banned under Trump has been nominated for an Emmy, highlighting the ongoing impact of the policy.
Humor
fromBustle
3 days ago

Keep The Halle Bailey Rom-Coms Coming, Please

Halle Bailey's performance in You, Me, & Tuscany captivates, showcasing her charm and depth as a leading lady in a rom-com.
#hollywood
Media industry
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Hollywood stars blast the Paramount-Warner merger in an open letter

Hollywood professionals oppose the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, citing job losses and reduced opportunities for creators.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Issa Rae has a trick for pushing diverse projects in an anti-DEI industry. Her advice is going viral

Issa Rae highlights a decline in Hollywood's commitment to diversity and the need for strategic framing in POC-centered projects.
Media industry
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Hollywood stars blast the Paramount-Warner merger in an open letter

Hollywood professionals oppose the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, citing job losses and reduced opportunities for creators.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Issa Rae has a trick for pushing diverse projects in an anti-DEI industry. Her advice is going viral

Issa Rae highlights a decline in Hollywood's commitment to diversity and the need for strategic framing in POC-centered projects.
Social justice
fromThe Independent
1 week ago

Bafta apologises for racial slur as review finds 'structural weaknesses'

Bafta apologized to the Black and disability communities for a racial slur broadcast during the 2026 film awards ceremony.
#ai
Independent films
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Luma launches AI-powered production studio with faith-focused Wonder Project | TechCrunch

Luma launched Innovative Dreams, a production company with Wonder Project, to enhance filmmaking using AI technology.
Music production
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
Independent films
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Luma launches AI-powered production studio with faith-focused Wonder Project | TechCrunch

Luma launched Innovative Dreams, a production company with Wonder Project, to enhance filmmaking using AI technology.
Music production
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
Film
fromVulture
1 day ago

Hollywood Really Doesn't Want Paramount and Warner Bros. to Happen

Celebrities are opposing the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger, citing concerns over industry consolidation and its impact on creativity and diversity.
Television
fromBustle
1 day ago

Exclusive: Oscar Isaac Shares "Beautiful Surprise" Of Reuniting With Carey Mulligan On 'Beef'

Beef returns with a new cast, exploring generational differences in relationships through the story of Lindsay and Josh.
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Spectacle or support? The complicated visibility of trans youth in film & TV - Queerty

Since the 1990s, a largely underground upwelling of trans creativity has helped new trans identities, communities, and political movements come together. Trans Cinema provides an entryway to the wildly diverse and creative cinema made by trans creators, including those who are BIPOC.
LGBT
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 day ago

Regina King, Taye Diggs, and More Join Lineup for the 30th Annual American Black Film Festival

The 30th anniversary of the American Black Film Festival will feature prominent industry figures and a focus on bold storytelling.
Film
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Playing 'sunburned girl' on The Pitt was a career break for me. I couldn't believe how kind everyone on set was.

Jenna Moloney transitioned from unpaid student films to a significant role on HBO Max's 'The Pitt' after a challenging audition process.
Television
fromForbes
2 days ago

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

Younger generations prefer social media recommendations for TV and movies over traditional streaming platform suggestions.
Film
fromConsequence
3 days ago

Why Isn't There a Movies Hall of Fame?

Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recognizes artistic legacy through a democratic voting process, unlike many awards in Hollywood.
Independent films
fromVulture
4 days ago

The Future of the Black Rom-com Shouldn't Depend on You, Me & Tuscany

Movies often succeed or fail based on box office performance, with middling films like You, Me & Tuscany facing uncertain futures.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.
#2026-oscars
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

5 takeaways from an Oscars night that spread the love

One Battle After Another dominated the Oscars, winning best picture and best director, while Sinners achieved notable success including an original screenplay award and a rare acting win for a genre film.
#oscars
fromLos Angeles Times
38 years ago

Woo Wants Changes in Hollywood Renewal

Lashing out at what he called 'lackluster management' of Hollywood's $922-million redevelopment plan, Los Angeles City Councilman Michael Woo on Friday proposed sweeping changes in the way the city's Community Redevelopment Agency handles the project and vowed to increase the voice of residents and small merchants in Hollywood planning decisions.
Los Angeles
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

The fascinating, but less than impressive, LGBTQ+ history of the Oscars

At the 78th Academy Awards ceremony in 2005, trailblazing LGBTQ+ movie Brokeback Mountain made history when it garnered three Oscars from eight nominations. It was a seismic moment for LGBTQ+ cinema at the Oscars, Hollywood's most glitzy, glamorous night of the year. Up until that point, films that celebrated the beauty and complexity of the queer experience had largely been ignored, bar a few notable exceptions.
LGBT
Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

Sinners' Historic Oscar Triumphs Prove One Genre Trend Is Here To Stay

The Academy Awards has evolved to recognize diverse storytelling, with Black screenwriters and genre films gaining recognition through a pattern established by Ryan Coogler's career trajectory from Creed to Sinners.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Oscars 2026: the red carpet, the ceremony, the winners follow the action live!

There is this one, for example, which for the time being seems to solely consist of bored-looking reporters sullenly looking at their phones. But it will probably pick up in time.
Television
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

And the winner is ... all of us? How the Oscars have changed for the better

The traditional fall film festival circuit's influence on Oscar success has significantly diminished as major winners now emerge through wide studio releases and alternative pathways.
#academy-awards
Film
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Oscars: Hollywood to hand out one award after another

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony features Conan O'Brien as host for the second time, with 'Sinners' leading with 16 nominations and Jessie Buckley favored to win Best Actress for 'Hamnet'.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Academy Awards Corrected a Long Overdue Omission

The Academy Awards presented its first-ever casting award to Cassandra Kulukundis, recognizing casting directors' critical role in film production after decades of Oscar oversight.
Film
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

Hear Us Out: The Real Stars of This Years's Oscars Are the Filming Locations

Michael B. Jordan won his first Oscar for Best Actor in the Southern Gothic drama Sinners, a horror-supernatural film set in 1932 Mississippi Delta that achieved record-breaking 16 nominations.
Television
fromConsequence
1 month ago

2026 Oscars: Join Our Live Blog

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony airs March 15 at 7 pm ET on ABC and Hulu, hosted by Conan O'Brien, with a new voter requirement to watch all nominated films.
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

What to Expect From the Oscars Telecast (And What We'd Change)

The 98th Academy Awards will air Sunday with Conan O'Brien hosting; success depends on film selections, acceptance speeches, and production choices like clips and musical performances.
Film
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Oscars 2026: Full list of winners

One Battle After Another won six Oscars including Best Picture and Best Director, while Sinners won four awards at the 98th Academy Awards ceremony.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Oscars: Hollywood to hand out one award after another

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony features Conan O'Brien as host for the second time, with 'Sinners' leading with 16 nominations and Jessie Buckley favored to win Best Actress for 'Hamnet'.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Academy Awards Corrected a Long Overdue Omission

The Academy Awards presented its first-ever casting award to Cassandra Kulukundis, recognizing casting directors' critical role in film production after decades of Oscar oversight.
Film
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

Hear Us Out: The Real Stars of This Years's Oscars Are the Filming Locations

Michael B. Jordan won his first Oscar for Best Actor in the Southern Gothic drama Sinners, a horror-supernatural film set in 1932 Mississippi Delta that achieved record-breaking 16 nominations.
#oscars-ceremony
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Film

Oscars 2026: All the political moments

Conan O'Brien hosted the Oscars with political humor despite initially promising to avoid politics, making jokes about Trump, immigration enforcement, and the Epstein files while concluding with a serious message about celebrating during chaotic times.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Film

The Oscars Got a ... Tie?!

A tie in Best Live Action Short Film between The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva demonstrated why cutting Oscar categories from the main broadcast would be a mistake, as Kumail Nanjiani's smooth handling of the unexpected moment provided memorable television.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Everything I Saw and Overheard at the 'Human' Oscars

The 2024 Oscars rehearsal reveals behind-the-scenes preparation with strict confidentiality rules, featuring celebrity presenters practicing sketches and award introductions while the ceremony's theme of 'humanity' reflects broader concerns about Hollywood's consolidation and AI's impact.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Highs, Lows, and Whoas of the 2026 Oscars

This year's Oscars ceremony successfully celebrated film through thoughtful hosting, diverse award winners, and production quality that prioritized respect for cinema over self-importance.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Oscars 2026: All the political moments

Conan O'Brien hosted the Oscars with political humor despite initially promising to avoid politics, making jokes about Trump, immigration enforcement, and the Epstein files while concluding with a serious message about celebrating during chaotic times.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Oscars Got a ... Tie?!

A tie in Best Live Action Short Film between The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva demonstrated why cutting Oscar categories from the main broadcast would be a mistake, as Kumail Nanjiani's smooth handling of the unexpected moment provided memorable television.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

The Politics of Who Is 'Owed' an Oscar

I can't say it feels great and I can't say that it makes me happy. It just makes me feel peculiar. It's just a movie, at the end of the day. It's just supposed to be an action movie about a guy trying to get his daughter back. And, what I see every day, it weighs heavy on my heart for the world.
Independent films
Film
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Sinners Made Oscars History, but Not the Kind Anyone Expected

Sinners set an Oscar record with 16 nominations but won only 4 awards, establishing the most losses (12) in Academy Awards history.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Daddy Issue Oscars

Marty Supreme's ending—featuring Timothée Chalamet's emotional breakdown in a maternity ward—has sparked significant debate about whether it represents genuine character transformation or unwarranted sentimentality.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Women in Film honors Oscar nominees, stresses need for progress

Women in Film celebrated Oscar nominees at Bette Davis's home, advancing gender equity advocacy in Hollywood while highlighting women's achievements across filmmaking roles.
Film
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hollywood Is Dead: We Must Fight to Save the True Magic

Technological advancement in filmmaking has eliminated scarcity and bottlenecks that once created awe, diminishing the magic of cinema through abundance rather than enhancing it.
Film
fromFortune
1 month ago

The Oscars' Best Picture category exposes a harsh new reality for Hollywood | Fortune

Hollywood's film production is collapsing, with no Best Picture nominees filmed on Los Angeles soundstages, shoot days plummeting 46% since 2022, and 41,000 industry workers departing.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Oscars Needs Sinners

Sinners' unprecedented awards success transformed it into a symbol of Black progress, with its wins and losses interpreted as measures of racial representation and industry equity rather than artistic merit alone.
Film
fromWIRED
1 month ago

How to Watch the 2026 Oscars

The 98th Annual Academy Awards ceremony airs March 15, 2026, and can be watched on ABC, Hulu, and various streaming platforms both domestically and internationally.
Film
fromABC7 New York
1 month ago

A night for the record books: Films, actors poised to make history at 2026 Oscars

This year's Oscars introduces a new casting category for the first time since 2001, while 'Sinners' breaks the all-time nomination record with 16 nominations and features the most Black nominees from a single film in history.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Let's Try to Enjoy Knowing That We Don't Know What Will Happen on Oscar Sunday

Oscar predictions should focus on voting patterns from overlapping groups rather than internet controversies, with 'One Battle After Another' dominating craft categories while 'Sinners' performs unexpectedly well in acting categories.
#oscars-2025
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Casting nominee reacts to Oscars' first new category in 25 years

The Oscars introduces its first new category since 2001: Best Casting Director, honoring the behind-the-scenes work essential to bringing scripts to life with the right actors.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Casting nominee reacts to Oscars' first new category in 25 years

The Oscars introduces its first new category since 2001: Best Casting Director, honoring the behind-the-scenes work essential to bringing scripts to life with the right actors.
Film
fromwww.dailynews.com
2 months ago

Which films dominated the Oscar nominations and how to watch them

Sinners led with 16 Oscar nominations and One Battle After Another earned 13, with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan receiving major nominations.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Did the Oscar Nominations Get It Right?

Film nominations prompted praise for certain performances, surprise over omissions, and calls for wider recognition of films like Sirāt across major award categories.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

This Is the Weekend That Will Decide the Oscars

Sinners secured enough BAFTA wins to remain competitive in the Best Picture race against One Battle After Another before final Oscar voting.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

How Every 2026 Best Picture Nominee Will Feature ASL Interpretation Ahead of the Oscars

All 10 Best Picture Oscar nominees will have American Sign Language interpretation for the first time, with eight films debuting ASL overlays through a free Chrome extension on March 2.
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

The Winners of the Best Casting Oscar from the Last 25 Years, According to IndieWire

Casting as an artistic discipline has been around in its current form for decades, despite the proliferation of Zoom and self-tapes. Meticulous research, intuition, collaboration, and creative ability to expand on the filmmakers' vision all go into the casting process. We see no reason IndieWire can't retroactively reward that effort - albeit with no statues or acceptance speeches, unfortunately - to build a sense of what could have been a list of the Best Casting Award Winners for the first quarter of the 21st Century.
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