In today’s film news roundup, Patrick Wilson, Charlie Plummer and Miles Teller score roles in upcoming movies, and STX moves its Gerard Butler sci-fier “Greenland” back two weeks. 32 more words

via Film News Roundup: Patrick Wilson Joins Halle Berry, Josh Gad in Science-Fiction Epic ‘Moonfall’ — Variety

Queen Latifah has long been a trailblazer for women in the industry, transitioning from rapper to actor to producer to entrepreneur, while emphasizing the importance of having a seat at the table when it comes to business. 20 more words

via Queen Latifah on Playing Trailblazers Like Hattie McDaniel While Mentoring the Next Generation of Filmmakers — Variety

The title of Netflix’s dark comedy “Dead to Me” suggests that mortality is a relative state, but it’s still a bit surprising to see James Marsden — whose character ends season one face down in a swimming pool — return for season two. 17 more words

via How ‘Dead to Me’ Resurrected James Marsden for its Wild Season 2 — Variety

HBO’s “Succession” is a family drama with a comedic twist, and an ensemble comedy with a tragic spine. Creator Jesse Armstrong has created an expansive portrayal of how the richest of the 1% live now, as well as an intricate study of the show’s characters. 14 more words

via ‘Succession’ Cast Breaks Down Four Standout Scenes From Season 2 — Variety

Apple has pledged to donate $100 million to organizations furthering racial equity and justice, joining other media and tech companies backing social-justice causes. CEO Tim Cook announced the initiative Thursday on Twitter, coming amid nationwide protests demanding criminal-justice reform after the police killing of George Floyd. 12 more words

via Apple Commits $100 Million to Racial Equity and Injustice Causes — Variety

Viggo Mortensen and his “Green Book” director Peter Farrelly are looking to reteam on a new film. Mortensen is in negotiations to join Farrelly’s new untitled movie based on the book “The Greatest Beer Run Ever: A True Story of Friendship Stronger Than War.” According to sources, Mortensen would have a supporting role. The book,…

via Viggo Mortensen, Director Peter Farrelly Reteam on New Skydance Film (EXCLUSIVE) — Variety

Joe Biden’s campaign launched a broadside against Facebook on Thursday, urging supporters to sign an open letter that calls on the company to stamp out misinformation. 33 more words

via Joe Biden and Facebook Wage Battle Over Fact-Checking — Variety

YouTube announced a multiyear, $100 million fund dedicated to “amplifying and developing the voices of Black creators and artists and their stories,” according to CEO Susan Wojcicki. 34 more words

via YouTube Creates $100 Million Fund for Black Creators and Artists, Sets Fundraiser Special Hosted by Common and Keke Palmer — Variety

Kurt Wimmer’s reimagining of “Children of the Corn” has completed its coronavirus-defying shoot in Australia. The filmmakers employed stringent health and safety protocols, and multiple insurance policies. 34 more words

via ‘Children of the Corn’ Wraps Coronavirus-Defying Shoot in Australia (EXCLUSIVE) — Variety

Samantha Ware was 23-years-old when she first stepped onto the set of “Glee.” A few years prior, she chose to leave college, where she was studying to become a music teacher with a minor in journalism, to audition for “The Lion King.” She booked the role of Nala in the Las Vegas stage production, then…

via ‘Glee’ Actor Samantha Ware on Why She Called Out Lea Michele (EXCLUSIVE) — Variety