Frankie Beverly, the stylish singer, songwriter and founder of the R&B/funk band Maze, whose baritone voice drove such ‘80s hits as “Back in Stride,” “Too Many Games,” “Before I Let Go” and “Can’t Get Over You,” died Tuesday, according to a social media post from
Before landing the lead role in “Matlock,” Kathy Bates was “contemplating semi-retirement.” Now, she might never stop. “My friends say I’ll probably be like Molière and die in my chair on the stage,” says Bates, “because it really is a life force for me.” Ever
Trilith Institute Announces Slate of Educational Film and TV Courses The non-profit Trilith Institute, part of production studio Trilith Studios, is unveiling a series of educational courses to develop aspiring TV and film writers as well as content creators. “Storytellers are fundamental to the entertainment
The roles played by Ewan McGregor have taken him far: to a galaxy far, far away (three “Star Wars” prequels and their small-screen follow-up, “Obi-Wan Kenobi”); to post-Bolshevik Revolution Russia (“A Gentleman in Moscow”); even to the bottom of the worst toilet in Scotland (“Trainspotting,”
Luca Guadagnino’s “Challengers” is swinging into streaming. The Zendaya-led drama is will be available to stream on Prime Video beginning Sept. 19. It’s also available to rent/purchase on Amazon Prime and Apple TV+. “Challengers” follows the rivalry between tennis pros Art Donaldson (Mike Faist) and
Michael B. Jordan has selected his sophomore directorial effort, opting to direct a reimagining of “The Thomas Crown Affair.” Jordan had already signed on to star in the Amazon MGM Studios movie, which will get a worldwide theatrical release, as well as produce via his
France’s Oscars committee has shortlisted four movies, including Jacques Audiard’s redemption thriller “Emilia Perez” and “The Count of Monte Cristo,” an epic adventure film adapted from Alexandre Dumas’ classic, as well as Payal Kapadia’s “All We Imagine as Light” and Alain Guiraudie’s “Misericordia.” All four
Justin Timberlake is expected to plead guilty in Sag Harbor, N.Y., on Friday in connection with his drunk driving arrest in June, according to local reports. Timberlake, 43, was charged with DWI after police stopped him for weaving out of his lane and failing to