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‘Michael’ Divides Audiences and Rotten Tomatoes Critics Yet Again
Days before Michael, the Michael Jackson biopic, hit theaters, Rotten Tomatoes’ critic scores suggested it was a disaster. Now, general audiences outside of the Hollywood access media have had the chance to see and score the film for themselves. The difference in response is staggering.
Warner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Reject Zaslav Payout in Paramount Megadeal — But It Likely Won’t Cost Him a Dime
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders just sent a loud message about CEO David Zaslav and the massive payout he's set to receive in the company's proposed merger with Paramount. The shareholders voted overwhelmingly against the massive exit compensation package for...
James Gunn Films ‘Man of Tomorrow’ Inside Prison as Conflicting Reports Emerge Over Inmate Complaints
James Gunn’s next Superman movie began production on April 20, and early reports suggest some dissatisfaction has already emerged—though not from the cast or crew. Instead, the concern is coming from inside the location being used for filming. The Man of Tomorrow production is reportedly shooting prison scenes at FCI Atlanta, a low-security federal facility.
Nintendo Tariff Refund Lawsuit Filed by U.S. Players
Nintendo is facing a tariff refund lawsuit in the United States from players who argue that refunds from tariffs imposed on imports should be passed on to consumers. The legal action focuses on tariffs applied to products imported by Nintendo, including game consoles...
Hasan Piker is “Pro Stealing” From Whole Foods and Big Corporations
In a recent interview with The New York Times, controversial Twitch streamer Hasan Piker said that he is “pro stealing.” While it was not a direct call to engage in petty theft, Piker’s framing suggests that doing so can be viewed as a symbolic act of pushing back against corporate power.
Gina Carano Reveals Post-Lawsuit Call With Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau — Is She Coming Back to Star Wars?
Gina Carano says she has already reconnected with Star Wars creators Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau following the settlement of her lawsuit with Disney—something that, not long ago, seemed highly unlikely. A Conversation That Didn’t Feel Like a Reunion Speaking on The...
Grace Randolph Calls Out Paid Influencers and Gets Called Out By Her Own Chat
A recent attempt by YouTube personality Grace Randolph to draw a distinction between film critics and paid influencers is generating backlash online—including from members of her own community.
Disney Goes With Burger King Instead of McDonalds For Mandalorian & Grogu Menu
The Mandalorian and Grogu Burger King promotion brings a new collaboration between The Walt Disney Company and Burger King. The limited time menu will begin on “Star Wars Day,” or May the Fourth, a recurring marketing moment for the franchise. The partnership supports...
Hollywood Protests Come Up Short as WBD Shareholders Approve Paramount Merger Deal
The evening before Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) shareholders were set to vote on the proposed merger with Paramount, a new round of protests erupted among political and Hollywood elites. They add a fresh layer of tension to a corporate process already drawing public attention. Supporters frame the deal as a necessary step in an increasingly competitive global media market.
Ryan Reynolds Breaks Silence On Blake Lively
Ryan Reynolds made a rare, measured comment about his wife Blake Lively as she navigates an ongoing legal battle. The dispute between Lively and director Justin Baldoni has intensified since it began last December. As more details have emerged, Reynolds’ connection to the situation has become increasingly visible, raising the stakes for both of their public reputations.
Blake Lively Alleges $300M Loss in “Mean Girl” Smear Campaign Lawsuit
Actress Blake Lively alleges that a coordinated “mean girl” smear campaign orchestrated by Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Productions has cost her nearly $300 million. The eye-popping figure is the latest development in the sprawling It Ends with Us legal dispute that began late last year.
Michael Jackson Biopic Originally Included Criminal Allegations Against Singer Before Sweeping Reshoots
Michael, the upcoming film chronicling Michael Jackson’s rise to fame, underwent significant reshoots after production wrapped. Producer Graham King recently told The Wall Street Journal that large portions of the film had to be discarded for legal reasons. The discovery came as a shock—Michael had already completed filming and King was on vacation when he received the news.