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• Gael Garcia Bernal’s ‘Chicuarotes’ Picked up by Cinepolis Distribution
  Cinepolis Distribution, the distribution arm of Mexican exhibition giant Cinepolis, has picked up all Latin American rights to “Chicuarotes,” the second feature helmed by award-winning multi hyphenate Gael Garcia Bernal. The film, described as a dark comedy, is produced by Garcia Bernal via his new shingle with partner Diego Luna, La Corriente del Golfo, along with Marta […]
• ‘God Friended Me,’ ‘The Neighborhood,’ ‘Magnum P.I.’ Land Full-Season Orders From CBS
  CBS has picked up “God Friended Me,” “The Neighborhood,” “Magnum P.I.” for full seasons. “God Friended Me” is  averaging more than 10 million viewers per episode. The single-camera comedy stars Brandon Micheal Hall, Violett Beane, Suraj Sharma, Javicia Leslie and Joe Morton. Steven Lilien, Bryan Wynbrandt, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter and Marcos Siega are executive […]
• Film Review: ‘Galveston’
  Let’s say you come across gritty desperadoes-on-the-run thriller “Galveston,” maybe flipping channels or because you decided to take a gamble and buy the Ben Foster-Elle Fanning drama on-demand. Watching the tough, Gulf of Mexico road movie unfold — burning slow and even from Louisiana to its title Texas destination like a lit cigarette in a dead […]
• Experience the Cyclopean Architecture, Haunting Horror of Cthulhu
  If tentacled-horror and exestential dread are your brands of Halloween scares, than Cyanide Studios official adaptation of the “Call of Cthulhu” pen-and-paper role-playing game, may be just what the mysterious doctor ordered. The Preview to Madness trailer celebrates that the upcoming game has gone gold and is expected to hit the PlayStation 4, Windows PC, […]
• SAG-AFTRA Reaches Tentative Deal on Sound Recordings Contract
  SAG-AFTRA and the major record labels reached a tentative three-year agreement on a successor contract to the SAG-AFTRA National Code of Fair Practice for Sound Recordings. The deal was reached late Thursday after two days of bargaining in New Orleans. Negotiations began in April — three months after expiration of the current deal — in […]
• ‘Halloween’ to Make a Killing With Opening Weekend in Mid-$70 Millions
  Jamie Lee Curtis’ “Halloween” is looking to slice up an opening weekend of as high as $75 million at 3,928 North American locations, early estimates showed Friday. Universal’s R-rated slasher film is on its way to posting the second-highest October launch of all time, bested only by the $80 million opening of Tom Hardy’s “Venom” […]
• ‘The Talk’ Co-Host Eve Says Julie Chen’s Exit Was ‘Extremely Hard’
  Following the ousting of CBS chairman-CEO Leslie Moonves over sexual misconduct allegations, his wife Julie Chen announced her exit as co-host from the network’s daytime show “The Talk” in September. Her former co-host, rapper Eve, told Variety that it has been “extremely hard” without Chen. “It was extremely hard, because of the things that we talk about,” […]
• Atari Releasing Wood Veneered Portable 2600
  Iconic gaming brand Atari is returning with two new products in time for the holidays. The Atari Retro Handheld and Atari Plug & Play Joystick offer a selection of classic Atari games for play at home or on the go. The handheld, priced at £34.99, takes 50 classic titles and packs the into a portable […]
• NBC Announces Date for 2019 Billboard Music Awards
  Though fall has only just set in, NBC is already anticipating springtime with the announcement of The 2019 Billboard Music Awards. The network announced Friday that the awards will air live on Wednesday, May 1 on NBC. The three hour telecast will begin at 8 p.m. EST, with a delayed broadcast airing on the West […]
• Amazon Names James Farrell Head of International Originals
  Amazon Studios has named James Farrell head of international originals. Previously head of content, international expansion for the e-commerce giant’s entertainment arm, Farrell will, in his new role, lead the international original teams in Japan, India, Europe, Mexico and Brazil as well as future locations. “We’ve had significant success in this area to date and, […]

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• Kelly Ripa Shares Cute Pic of Mark Consuelos as a Kid in One of His 'Earliest Acting Gigs'
  The 'Riverdale' actor was destined to be a star from a young age. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Meghan Markle's Shoes Are a Favorite of Pippa Middleton But Not So Much for the Queen
  The duchess' affordable sandals are so chic, but aren't exactly the queen's cup of tea. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Taylor Swift Didn't Attend Karlie Kloss' Wedding and Here's Why
  The model married Joshua Kushner in an intimate ceremony on Thursday. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• David Beckham Says His Marriage to Victoria Beckham Is 'Hard Work'
  The former athlete is opening up about what it takes to make a nearly 20-year marriage work.  [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Elle King Gets Surprised by Dad Rob Schneider in Tear-Jerking Interview (Exclusive)
  Her new album, 'Shake the Spirit,' drops Oct. 19! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Cardi B Hands Out Free Winter Coats at Housing Project in Brooklyn
  The 'I Like It' rapper is doing some good. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• All the Ways ‘Halloween’ Pays Homage to the 1978 Original
  The new ‘Halloween’ installment offers a lot of Easter Eggs for fans of the franchise. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Star Sightings: Prince Charles Visits Whiskey Distillery, Katharine McPhee and David Foster Attend Royal Gala
  Here's how celebs are using their platforms for philanthropy. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Kim Kardashian Admits She Was Once Consumed With 'Being Seen': 'Everything Had to Be Public'
  The 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' star says now, 'all I want is privacy.' [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• 'Outlander' Pup Rollo Crashes Our Interview With John Bell & It's Seriously the Cutest Thing Ever! (Exclusive)
  Step aside, Sam Heughan – there’s a new top dog on 'Outlander'! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Meghan Markle's Growing Baby Bump Looks Adorable in This Dress
  The duchess beamed as she showed off her tummy in an elegant A-line midi on day four of the Australia tour. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Katy Perry Praises Taylor Swift for Her Political Instagram Posts
  There's no 'Bad Blood' here! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Kate Middleton Stuns During Second Unannounced Appearance of the Week -- See the Pics!
  The Duchess of Cambridge has been keeping busy in England while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been touring Australia. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Emily Blunt Sings 'A Whole New World' With Her 'Mary Poppins Returns' Co-Star Lin-Manuel Miranda
  The video is shining, shimmering and splendid! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• 'Free Willy' Star Jason James Richter Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges
  The 38-year-old actor was arrested at 11:45 p.m. Monday, the LAPD confirms to ET. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• The ‘Halloween’ Franchise Ranked From the Worst to Best Slash
  The slasher franchise made a star of Jamie Lee Curtis, but how do all the installments in the 40 years to follow stack up? [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Kim Kardashian Explains How Her Sex Life With Kanye West Has Changed Since Having Kids
  Plus, the mother of three opens up about her famous sex tape with rapper Ray J. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Listen to Laura Benanti Sing on New Star-Studded Children's Charity Album (Exclusive)
  Lin-Manuel Miranda, Josh Groban and Kristin Chenoweth will be featured on a new charity album conceived by Laura Benanti. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom Make Rare Public Appearance Together at Gala in Stand-Out Styles
  The couple rekindled their romance back in February! [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
• Oscars Watch: 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?' and 'First Man' Are Ones to Watch This Weekend
  Melissa McCarthy for Best Actress? Ryan Gosling for Best Actor? ET breaks down two Academy hopefuls in theaters this week. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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• Rihanna turns down Super Bowl show, backs Kaepernick
  Pop superstar Rihanna declined an offer to perform at a Super Bowl halftime show because she supported former National Football League quarterback Colin Kaepernick and his protest against racial injustice, according to media reports.
• Olivia Colman adds royal touch with 'The Favourite' at London Film Festival
  The London Film Festival got its one of its starriest red carpets on Thursday when actresses Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz and Olivia Colman premiered "The Favourite," a costume piece with a difference being billed as an Oscar contender.
• 'Making a Murderer' resumes quest for justice with 'Part 2'
  The documentary "Making a Murderer" captured attention in 2015 with its story of how two Wisconsin men were convicted of a brutal murder, throwing a harsh light on the U.S. justice system and triggering a spate of true-crime programming.
• Paris auction house "would love it" if Banksy pulls another stunt
  The first auction house to sell prints by Banksy since THAT auction two weeks ago does not anticipate another stunt like the one that shredded half a picture moments after the hammer fell. But, hey, if something were to happen? Great!
• Roseanne character dies of opioid overdose as 'The Conners' take over
  One of television's best-known families returned on Tuesday without its matriarch, as the character of feisty Roseanne Conner was killed off through an accidental opioid overdose.
• Noel Gallagher scoops two prizes at music Q Awards
  British rocker Noel Gallagher triumphed at the Q Awards in London on Wednesday, scooping two prizes at the annual ceremony hosted by UK music magazine Q.
• 'After The Screaming Stops' films reunion of 1980s band Bros
  Last year, 1980s British pop band Bros took to the stage for the first time in more than 25 years, since singing twins Matt and Luke Goss went their separate ways.
• Kanye gives Ugandan leader sneakers, gets African name
  Kanye West and Kim Kardashian gave Uganda's leader a pair of the rapper's sneakers on Monday and he gave them both "Ugandan" names, at a meeting aimed at promoting tourism in East Africa.
• Singer Buble says life changed after son's cancer diagnosis
  Singer Michael Buble, who releases his new album "Love" next month, has spoken about putting his career on hold after his son Noah was diagnosed with liver cancer.
• Spotify takes minor stake in music distributor DistroKid
  Music streaming service Spotify said on Wednesday it had taken a stake in DistroKid, a distribution service that allows recording artists to upload music across online stores and streaming platforms including Spotify's biggest rival, Apple Music.
• Roseanne calls TV death 'morbid,' audience slumps for 'The Conners'
  Roseanne Barr called the way her character was killed off "grim and morbid" and television viewers stayed away in droves from spinoff show "The Conners" without her.
• Building a lifelong love of opera in toddlers, one hop at a time
  Two-year-old Emily is already on her way to a lifetime love of Opera. She particularly likes the hopping.
• MTV reboots 'The Real World' series on Facebook in studio push
  Viewers may finally be able to vote the next Puck, the notoriously obnoxious housemate of "MTV's The Real World," off the show.
• Netflix record subscriber growth dispels Wall Street worries
  Netflix Inc hooked 7 million new streaming subscribers from July to September, a third more than Wall Street had expected, reassuring investors who had worried the company was facing a slowdown in its fast-paced growth.
• Richard Branson recalls rock 'n roll days as gets Hollywood star
  Billionaire entrepreneur Richard Branson on Tuesday recalled an era of sex, drugs, and rock'n roll as he added a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to his list of accomplishments.
• Ask WW1 questions before it's too late, director Peter Jackson says
  Director Peter Jackson premiered his World War One documentary "They Shall Not Grow Old" on Tuesday, urging those whose family fought in the conflict to talk to their elderly relatives with knowledge of it before it is too late.
• EU regulators ask Sony's rivals and users how it might use power after EMI deal
  EU antitrust regulators reviewing Sony Corp's $2.3 billion bid for EMI are asking rivals and users whether they think the Japanese group would use its greater market power to win better terms in digital media deals.
• Actress who helped trigger India's #MeToo movement 'inspired by God'
  The Bollywood actress who helped trigger the #MeToo movement in India challenging sexual harassment and abuse sees it as part of her religious education after an experience 10 years ago she said effectively ended her career.
• After 'Night Manager' hit, Le Carre's 'Little Drummer Girl' heads to TV
  John le Carre fans will see a new adaptation of one of his spy novels when "The Little Drummer Girl" hits TV screens this month but the British author said there was huge pressure in making the series after the success of hit show "The Night Manager".
• Meghan and Harry arrive in Australia for first overseas tour
  Prince Harry and Meghan Markle landed in Australia on Monday a day before the official start of their first overseas tour as a married couple.