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Willow Smith Explores the Chaos of the Mind in ‘Big Feelings’

Willow Smith and Chris Greatti dive into the intricacies of their collaboration on the song “Big Feelings” in an episode of Variety’s Behind the Song, shedding light on their creative process and the emotional depth embedded in the track. “This idea of having big feelings, I knew that I wanted that lyric to be the […]

 

Criterion Collection Art Director Breaks Down the Eye-Catching Designs to ‘The Grifters, ‘The Piano’ and More

Criterion Collection’s art director Eric Skillman is constantly collecting names. Skillman is the mastermind behind finding the artists who design or illustrate Criterion Collection’s DVD artwork, and that’s why he has thousands of artists in an archive. He’s always looking for new artists, but he’s also looking for the perfect match. Speaking with Variety over […]

 

Disney Executive Reveals Why ‘The Acolyte’ Was Canceled After One Season: ‘It Wasn’t Where We Needed it to Be Given the Cost’

A Disney exec has revealed why “The Acolyte” was canceled after just one season. In an interview with Vulture, co-chairman of Disney Entertainment Alan Bergman said while the House of Mouse was pleased with how “The Acolyte” performed in its single season Disney+ debut, it wasn’t enough to justify a follow-up considering the price tag. “We […]

 

Lin-Manuel Miranda Breaks Down ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Songs — and How He Convinced Barry Jenkins to Add the Villain Anthem ‘Bye

SPOILER WARNING: This story discusses plot details for “Mufasa: The Lion King,” in theaters on Dec. 20. Lin-Manuel Miranda knows his way around a Disney tune. After winning Grammys and earning Oscar nods for his “Moana” and “Encanto” songs (including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Dos Oruguitas” and, of course, the viral earworm “We Don’t Talk […]

 

How ‘The Brutalist’ Production Designer Made the Most of a Low Budget and Turned Budapest Into Philadelphia

Judy Becker’s portfolio of production design work on films like “American Hustle” and “Carol” prepared her to take on the unique challenge of shooting a period piece. “Carol” was shot in Cincinnati doubling for New York and “American Hustle” was shot in Boston and also meant to be New York, so she’s “used to looking […]

 

WGA Prohibits Work with Village Roadshow After It ‘Refused’ to Pay Members For ‘Numerous Projects’

The Writers Guild of America has blacklisted Village Roadshow, prohibiting its members from working with the company after it refused to pay a number of its writers, Variety has confirmed. “It has come to the Guild’s attention that over the last few months Village Roadshow hasn’t paid writers on numerous projects,” read a statement released […]

 

‘Daughter of Ruins’ Author and ‘Extra’ Producer on Plans for TV Adaptation of Greek Immigrant Story, Ideas for Sequel Novel

“Daughter of Ruins” author and longtime “Extra” senior producer Yvette Manessis Corporon has been dreaming of her Greek-historical-and-mythology-laced novels being adapted for television since her debut title “When The Cypress Whispers” was released in 2014. Now, 10 years later, the author with Greek ancestry is more hopeful than ever for a chance to break into […]

 

Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: Your Guide to the Best Deals

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The Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale is a must-shop...

 

Walmart’s Top 100 Gifts: Save Up to 86% Off on Apple, Xbox &More

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These Former Child Stars Then & Now Will Make You Feel Nostalgic AF

When Jonathan Taylor Thomas retired from acting, his fans eventually arrived at acceptance after going through the familiar stages of grief.
But that doesn't mean the world doesn't have time to...

 

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