Movie theaters in California could begin reopening as early as June 12 under strict proposed guidelines that have been issued by the state’s Department of Public Health. 30 more words
via California Movie Theaters Could Reopen on June 12 With 25% Capacity — Variety
A rare letter of dissent circulating online slams China’s government for failing to help film industry workers whose livelihoods have been shaken by prolonged coronavirus-imposed shutdowns. 31 more words
via Anonymous Letter Slams China’s Government for Ignoring Film Industry Workers — Variety
Leading filmmaker Spike Lee told late night TV host Jimmy Fallon that the “world has changed” – a reference to coronavirus, social distancing and the current street protests in favor of #BlackLivesMatter. 26 more words
via Spike Lee Tells Jimmy Fallon That History is Repeating Itself — Variety
“Are we ever going to see the end of these senseless deaths?“ ESPN host and reporter Maria Taylor asked herself that question after watching a police officer kill George Floyd. 30 more words
via Amid Crisis, ESPN and NFL’s Black Voices Won’t ‘Stick to Sports’ — Variety
I like following rules and doing what I’m told. As a kid, these rules stick with you. But even at a young age, I was taught to question the things that didn’t feel right to me. 21 more words
via Keke Palmer: ‘I Have Waited for a Revolution My Entire Life’ (Guest Column) — Variety
For the 2020 Power of Women issue, Variety spoke with several women in the entertainment industry who are using their voices to benefit worthy causes. For more, click here. 29 more words
via Patti LuPone: ‘The Country Is Doomed’ Because of Donald Trump — Variety
For the 2020 Power of Women issue, Variety spoke with several women in the entertainment industry who are using their voices to benefit worthy causes. For more, click here. 30 more words
For the 2020 Power of Women issue, Variety spoke with several women in the entertainment industry who are using their voices to benefit worthy causes. For more, click here. 30 more words
via Cate Blanchett’s Passion Project: Bringing Awareness to Refugees at Risk of COVID-19 — Variety
Zaba Hoque, a young woman from Queens Village, N.Y., made stops at two New York City protest sites on the afternoon of June 3 with a handmade placard in tow. 29 more words
via Protesters Give Voice to Outrage Following the Killing of George Floyd — Variety
The Eiffel Tower will reopen to visitors starting June 25. The famous Parisian landmark has been closed since March 13 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Eiffel Tower’s official site outlines guidelines for visitors, with all visitors above the age of 11 required to wear face masks, and take the stairs initially as opposed to…
via Eiffel Tower Set To Reopen June 25 After France’s Coronavirus Lockdown — Variety
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