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Betty Gilpin Calls ‘Widow’s Bay’ The “Ultimate F*ck You” To “Algorithm-Friendly” TV: “So Satisfying”
Actress Betty Gilpin has praised Apple TV’s “Widow’s Bay” as a rare example of genuinely original television, arguing it succeeds precisely because it rejects the “safe, algorithm-friendly” formulas that dominate much of today’s IP-driven, streaming-era output. Her comments, made to IndieWire, highlight how a show built on originality rather than franchise recognition can still achieve…
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James Gunn Says ‘The Batman: Part II’ Won’t Shoot Back-To-Back With ‘Part III’
DC Studios boss James Gunn has dismissed fan speculation that “The Batman: Part II” and “The Batman: Part III” would be filmed back-to-back, clarifying the timeline as director Matt Reeves continues work on the long-awaited sequel. Gunn addressed the rumour during a Threads Q&A session in which he fielded fan questions about the future of…
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‘Michael 2’ Eyes Filming Start ‘Towards the End of this Year’ or Early 2027 as Lionsgate Teases Release Date
Lionsgate is preparing to move forward with “Michael 2,” the sequel to its Michael Jackson biopic “Michael,” with production expected to begin towards the end of 2026 or in early 2027. Studio motion picture chief Adam Fogelson confirmed the timeline during a company earnings call, adding that a release is targeted for late 2027 or…
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Organ donation group accused of trying to take living man’s organs faces shutdown
The US Department of Health and Human Services has begun decertifying Network for Hope (NFH), a Kentucky-based organ procurement organisation that became infamous after a 2021 case in which a man showed clear signs of life while being wheeled into surgery to have his organs removed. Losing certification would effectively shut down NFH, which coordinates…
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‘Michael’ Boosts Lionsgate Quarterly Results as Studio Narrows Loss to $29 Million
Lionsgate reported stronger fiscal first-quarter results, narrowing its net loss to $28.8 million as the box-office success of the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” lifted its film division to record profits. The results underline how a single hit release can transform a studio’s fortunes, and Lionsgate is already moving to capitalise on the franchise with a…
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Devolver Digital wants to get off the stock market, because ‘the ongoing challenge of delivering growth in line with market expectations’ just isn’t worth the headaches
Devolver Digital, the publisher behind titles such as Hotline Miami and Cult of the Lamb, has announced plans to take itself private and leave the stock market. The company said the pressures of running a publicly listed business, including “the ongoing challenge of delivering growth in line with market expectations,” had become more trouble than…
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Judge formally dismisses Reflecting Pool charge against Olympian
A Washington judge has formally dismissed the felony property-destruction charge against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn, who had been accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The dismissal ends the immediate prosecution after the Justice Department concluded that newly obtained evidence undermined its ability to prove Hearn caused the damage beyond reasonable doubt. Hearn,…
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Your table awaits: Exhibit at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to be seen by thousands
Not everyone needs a keynote slot to make noise at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Sometimes the best way to meet investors, customers, and partners is by exhibiting directly on the Expo Hall floor at San Francisco’s Moscone West from October 13-15. That’s exactly what our Exhibit Program offers, and it’s still open to showcase your startup. Here’s what $12,500 buys you: Joining fellow exhibitors is the fastest, lowest-lift way for a…
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Japanese Entertainment Company ASOBISYSTEM Launches U.S. Division, Reveals New Headquarters
Home to girl group ATARASHII GAKKO!, the Japanese company is the latest to expand into the U.S. market with a new office in Los Angeles.
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7 Must-Have Sneakers to Step Into the School Year and Fall in Style
Foot Locker has launched a back-to-school promotion offering up to 40% off shoes, apparel and accessories, alongside stock of the season’s most popular sneaker releases. The retailer is highlighting seven trending styles spanning casual, streetwear and performance categories, aimed at shoppers preparing for a return to campus or the gym as summer turns to autumn.…