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Kathleen Kennedy says leaving Lucasfilm after 14 years brought relief
Kathleen Kennedy says she felt “a bit of relief” after leaving Lucasfilm in 2026, following 14 years leading the Star Wars franchise. Speaking at Bloomberg’s Screentime event in Los Angeles, she described succeeding George Lucas as an “incredible challenge” and said the role’s hardest part was balancing fans’ expectations with the need to create new…
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Netflix plans wide cinema release for KPop Demon Hunters sequel
Netflix is refining its theatrical strategy for different film types, treating family tentpoles distinctly from art house releases based on their audience potential and streaming value. Co-CEO Ted Sarandos announced the shift at Bloomberg’s Screentime event, revealing that the KPop Demon Hunters sequel will receive a wide global theatrical release in 2029, marking Netflix’s commitment…
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Ben Affleck says AI was used extensively in upcoming Netflix thriller
Ben Affleck has revealed he used AI “for lots of things” in his upcoming Netflix thriller Animals, but declined to specify which elements of the film employed the technology. Drawing a comparison to a magician revealing trade secrets, Affleck explained that he was reluctant to disclose the AI-assisted aspects because his film sought to maintain…
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Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Talk Of Bringing Jobs Back To Hollywood, But Tussle Over Who Is Responsible For Losing Them
The article covers a California gubernatorial debate between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton, where both candidates agreed on the need for tax incentives to restore Hollywood’s film production industry. The state has lost approximately 50,000 jobs in the film and movie sector—middle-class positions for crew members like camera operators and set builders—and both…
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Chad Lowe’s father pays tribute to granddaughter Fiona, 13, after her death
Charles Lowe has paid tribute to his 13-year-old granddaughter Fiona, who died on Tuesday. He shared a photograph of her swimming and wrote, “Rest in peace sweet Fiona.” Friends of Fiona’s father, actor Chad Lowe, and her mother, Kim Painter, also sent messages of support. The family described Fiona as loving, smart and creative, and…
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Sarandos says Netflix engagement growth is slower than he wants
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the company’s audience engagement is growing more slowly than he wants, even as it expands into live programming. Speaking at Bloomberg’s Screentime conference, he said Netflix was working to speed growth and defended the company’s unsuccessful bid for Warner Bros. Discovery as a long-term investment that it had priced responsibly.…
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RAM supply set to worsen, says Micron, as CEO celebrates ‘much higher’ prices
Micron says shortages of RAM are likely to continue through 2028 and may last longer, with supply expected to fall further behind demand in 2027 and 2028. The warning matters because the company has already sold most of its planned memory output for next year and expects customers to pay much higher prices. Micron plans…
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UK PM Opens EU Membership Debate Amid Data Crisis and Political Backlash
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has reignited discussion about Britain’s relationship with Europe, indicating the government would consider options from enhanced economic cooperation to European Union membership. The timing
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Ted Sarandos Admits Netflix Is “Not Growing as Fast as I Want Us To”
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has acknowledged that his streaming service is growing slower than desired, with viewership increasing by only 2% in the first half of 2026. He stated the company is actively working to accelerate growth, particularly through expansion into live programming. This admission comes at a significant moment for the streaming industry, with…
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Aussie politician unleashes after paying $12.40 for just a loaf of white bread and milk: ‘That barely feeds a couple of kids’
Liberal frontbencher Melissa McIntosh has launched a critical attack on the Albanese government over the rising cost of living in Australia, citing her purchase of two litres of milk and a loaf of bread for $12.40 as evidence of the squeeze facing ordinary families. She accused the government’s spending policies of driving inflation and blamed…