When Lupita Nyong’o was asked to narrate the Discovery nature documentary series “Serengeti,” the Oscar-winning actor jumped at the opportunity — not just because the subject celebrated to her heritage as an African woman, but because it was an offer she never expected. 16 more words
In today’s film news roundup, Edgar Wright is directing “The Chain,” “Scoob!” and “The Secret Garden” get release dates, “Young Hearts” and “Doors” find homes; and the Film Life Foundation is launched. 28 more words
via Film News Roundup: Edgar Wright Boards Kidnap Thriller ‘The Chain’ for Universal Pictures — Variety
Los Angeles County health officials announced Thursday that bars, wineries, tattoo parlors and nail salons will be allowed to reopen on Friday. But the county is still not allowing movie theaters to reopen, even though California health officials issued guidelines allowing theaters to open across the state more than a week ago. County officials offered…
via Los Angeles Theaters Still Barred From Reopening — Variety
Andrea Riseborough, Jon Hamm, Nicholas Hoult, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Mackenzie Davis, Sofia Boutella and Steven Yuen are set to star in the science-fiction comedy “Alpha Gang.” The project is heading to next week’s Cannes market, with Protagonist Pictures handling international sales and CAA Media Finance shopping North American sales. 11 more words
via Andrea Riseborough, Jon Hamm, Nicholas Hoult Starring in Sci-Fi Comedy ‘Alpha Gang’ — Variety
With the 20th anniversary of the release date of the film “Almost Famous” approaching in September, the “Origins” podcast is getting a jump of the commemorating by launching a five-part series about the making of Cameron Crowe’s much-loved rock ‘n’ roll comedy-drama. 15 more words
via ‘Almost Famous’ Gets a 20th Anniversary Oral History for ‘Origins’ Podcast — Variety
Jane Levy may have not been a singer before snagging the title role in NBC’s “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” but she certainly is now. In the quirky series, she plays a computer programmer who can hear what people are thinking and feeling through song. 15 more words
“So You Think You Can Dance” Season 17 is not going to air this summer on Fox as planned. A rep for the broadcast network tells Variety that production on the dance competition series cannot move forward as planned due to health and safety restrictions caused by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. 6 more words
via ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ to Miss Season 17 Premiere Due to Coronavirus Shutdown — Variety
“Graduate Together,” a virtual commencement ceremony featuring over 30 speeches from celebrities and world leaders, will qualify for the Primetime Emmy Awards in 11 categories, it was revealed this week. 27 more words
via From Commencement to Cooking, Experts Say Virtual Events Will Go On After COVID-19 — Variety
Kelsey Grammer, Jason Flemyng, and Sebastien Foucan will star in the crime film “Edge of Justice,” with worldwide rights on sale through Archstone Entertainment at the upcoming Cannes Virtual Market. 30 more words
Brazilian music phenomenon Anitta has signed a recording contract with Warner Records and is eyeing the release of a multilingual debut produced by Ryan Tedder in the U.S. 31 more words
via Brazilian Phenom Anitta Signs With Warner Records — Variety
