The coronavirus has hit the industry like a wrecking ball. Starting late last week, news emerged — sometimes in bursts — of productions shutting down across the globe. 30 more words
via ‘Stranger Things,’ ‘One Day at a Time’ Producers on Shuttng Down: ‘It’s Bittersweet’ — Variety
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have announced that they’ve donated $1 million to two hunger relief organizations on the frontlines helping some of the most vulnerable populations during the coronavirus pandemic. 35 more words
via Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively Donate $1 Million to Feeding America and Food Banks Canada — Variety
Warner Bros. will make “Birds of Prey,” a spinoff of 2017’s “Suicide Squad,” available for digital purchase on March 24, earlier than its anticipated video-on-demand release. 32 more words
A rideshare with a giggly geek driver who may be a serial killer. The staggering-through-the-ink-black-woods-with-nothing-but-a-flashlight look and mood of “The Blair Witch Project.” A mystic schlock demon like Candyman, the Slender Man, or the spectral figures from “The Strangers.” A Victrola in the middle of the road, cranking an ancient warbly ditty à la “The…
AMC Theatres announced on Monday that it will close all theaters nationwide for six to 12 weeks in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The decision came as governors of a dozen states announced closures of movie theaters on Sunday and Monday, and as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued strict guidelines limiting public…
Disney Plus is one of the few bright spots in the Mouse House’s business portfolio amid the global coronavirus pandemic. Since Disney Plus’ launch in the U.S. 30 more words
via Disney Plus: Half of U.S. Homes With Kids Under 10 Have Already Subscribed, Data Shows — Variety
NFL superstar Tom Brady is leaving the New England Patriots, ending an era for the quarterback and the team that Brady lead to six Super Bowl championships since he signed on in 2000. 24 more words
via Superstar Quarterback Tom Brady to Leave New England Patriots for Free Agency — Variety
Stephen Colbert surprised viewers by delivering fresh material — from his bathtub — at the top of Monday’s “Late Show” rerun. “Late Show” was expected to be all encores this week after CBS and other networks hastily suspended production on most late-night shows to comply with coronavirus protection guidelines. 8 more words
via Stephen Colbert Surprises Viewers With Fresh ‘Late Show’ Segments — Variety
Jared Leto said he first learned about the coronavirus pandemic Tuesday, after emerging from a 12-day meditation retreat in the desert. “Wow. We were totally isolated. 34 more words
via Jared Leto Just Learned About Coronavirus After Returning From Desert Retreat — Variety
“Westworld” came back online on Sunday night for season 3, but struggled to match the viewership highs it achieved two years ago up against the Democratic debate. 33 more words
via ‘Westworld’ Season 3 Premieres Down 57% From Last Season — Variety
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