John Carpenter Returns To Directing After 13 Years With Peacock Anthology Series ‘Suburban Screams’

“Are streamers scaling back?” and “Is this a renaissance period for indie financed films?” were two of the questions at the heart of a Zurich Summit panel this morning, featuring CAA‘s Roeg Sutherland, WME‘s Katie Irwin and Oscar-winning producer John Lesher (Birdman).

UPDATE: A Spanish court has ruled that tech titan John McAfee died by suicide, an inquest prompted by his family’s questions on his jailhouse death. 

Steven J. Horowitz The Rolling Stones have released “Sweet Sounds of Heaven” featuring Lady Gaga and Stevie Wonder, the second single off of their upcoming album “Hackney Diamonds.” Frontman Mick Jagger penned the languid blues number at his home in London.

After being renewed for its eighth and final season, “Big Mouth” is now the longest-running Netflix original series. But Season 7 of the animated coming-of-age show comes first, with the Bridgeton middle school students enter a new school, which means new friends, foes, and even new hormone monsters.

British members of an alleged drug trafficking cartel believed to be responsible for more than 10 per cent of Europe's cocaine trade have gone on trial in Greece.

Elton John has spoken out against Suella Braverman’s calls to ban LGBTQ+ asylum seekers from coming to the UK.The home secretary faced backlash this week after she said that “simply being gay, or a woman” is not enough of a reason to gain refugee status in the UK.Addressing a US think tank on Tuesday (September 26), she said (via Sky News): “There are vast swathes of the world where it is extremely difficult to be gay, or to be a woman. Where individuals are being persecuted, it is right that we offer sanctuary.“But we will not be able to sustain an asylum system if in effect simply being gay, or a woman, and fearful of discrimination in your country of origin is sufficient to qualify for protection.”Music icon John has now responded to the home secretary and accused her of “legitimising hate and violence”.A post shared by Elton John (@eltonjohn)In a statement released alongside husband David Furnish through their AIDS Foundation, they said: “We are very concerned about the UK Home Secretary’s comments stating how discrimination for being gay or a woman should not be reason enough to qualify for protection under international refugee laws.“Nearly a third of all nations class LGBTQ+ people as criminals and homosexuality is still punishable by death in 11 countries.”It went on: “Dismissing the very real danger LGBTQ+ communities face risks further legitimising hate and violence against them.”The statement concluded that leaders “need to provide more compassion, support and acceptance for those seeking a safer future”.John has shared statements via his foundation in the past to call out homophobia.

Oceans Calling Festival is returning to Ocean CIty’s Ocean City Boardwalk and bringing some of the biggest, chillest artists in the biz to ring in the crisp autumn weather.Over the course of the long weekend, John Mayer, Jack Johnson, The Lumineers, Alanis Morissette and Third Eye Blind will all take the stage at Ocean’s Calling.They’ll be joined by fellow icons like Noah Kahan, Sheryl Crow, Incubus, Weezer and Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats.Of course, festival curator O.A.R. are dipping in to headline as well.That’s not to mention celebrity chefs Robert Irvine and Amanda Freitag as well as festival host “American Pie” star Jason Biggs.Thankfully, if you haven’t picked up your passes, it’s not too late.At the time of publication, we found some three-day general admission passes going for as low as $239 before fees on Vivid Seats.Single-day passes start at $80 before fees.Want to bliss out at the boardwalk?Here’s everything you need to know and more about the 2023 Oceans Calling Festival.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of all the best prices on single and multi-day passes for the Oceans Calling Festival can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event.As evidenced above, this is kind of a dream lineup.Who else will be joining the mega headliners?Here’s who O.A.R.

As there’s positive vibes (knock on wood) coming out the AMPTP and WGA talks at the time of this post, there’s some interesting maneuvers on the theatrical release calendar. Specifically, more films keep getting added to the calendar.

UK fans of The Traitors have been left confused after the line-up for the US version of the show was announced, including Love Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and former House Of Commons speaker John Bercow.The gameshow was hosted by Claudia Winkleman in the UK and featured a group of strangers split into Faithfuls and Traitors as they compete to win a cash prize. Unlike the UK version, however, the US version of the show features an all celebrity line-up, with stars from across Love Island, Big Brother, Real Housewives, and RuPaul’s Drag Race all set to take part in its second season.The first season of The Traitors US was released earlier this year, with some fans having mixed feelings about its all celebrity format.

The Continental marks the first spin-off in the John Wick franchise.Led by showrunners Greg Coolidge and Kirk Ward, the three-part series is a prequel spin-off revolved around a young Winston Scott (Colin Woodell), who was played by Ian McShane in the mainline John Wick films.Alongside Woodell, the show’s cast includes Mel Gibson, Hubert Point-Du Jour, Jessica Allain, Mishel Prada, Ben Robson, Peter Greene and Nhung Kate.The Continental follows the story of Winston Scott and his journey to becoming the proprietor of the New York branch of the Continental hotel chain, which acts as a safe haven for assassins.The show is a prequel to John Wick set in an alternate history depiction of the 1970s, offering different spins on real-world events including the rise of the American Mafia.A synopsis reads: “The series will explore the origin behind the iconic hotel-for-assassins from the John Wick universe through the eyes of a young Winston Scott, as he’s dragged into the Hellscape of 1970’s New York City to face a past he thought he’d left behind.“Winston charts a deadly course through the hotel’s mysterious underworld in a harrowing attempt to seize the hotel where he will eventually take his throne.”Along with a younger version of Scott, the show features a younger version of Charon (Ayomide Adegun), who was portrayed by the late Lance Reddick in the films.The first spin-off film, titled Ballerina, is scheduled to be released on June 7, 2024.Ana de Armas will play the lead character Rooney, a ballerina who seeks revenge on those who murdered her family.

Katy Perry has broken her silence on social media for the first time since allegations emerged accusing her ex-husband Russell Brand of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse.The Hollywood actor has vehemently denied all allegations, which were made by four women and broke in the news following the release of The Times investigation and Channel 4's Dispatches documentary Russell Brand: In Plain Sight on Sunday, 17 September. Russell, 48, who told fans he couldn't speak about the allegations at his live comedy show, also said in a video statement on his Instagram page that all sexual relationships he has had have always been completely "consensual".

John Carpenter remains one of horror’s most revered filmmakers despite not making a film since 2010’s “The Ward” (or a good movie since arguably 1994’s “In The Mouth Of Madness.” But his name still carries weight, and so it dons Peacock‘s “John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams,” which premieres on the streamer next month. READ MORE: Fall 2023 TV Preview: Over 35+ Most Anticipated Shows To Watch According to Peacock, the six-episode series explores true tales of terror that took place in seemingly perfect American towns.

John Carpenter remains one of horror’s most revered filmmakers despite not making a film since 2010’s “The Ward” (or a good movie since arguably 1994’s “In The Mouth Of Madness.” But his name still carries weight, and so it dons Peacock‘s “John Carpenter’s Suburban Screams,” which premieres on the streamer next month. READ MORE: Fall 2023 TV Preview: Over 35+ Most Anticipated Shows To Watch According to Peacock, the six-episode series explores true tales of terror that took place in seemingly perfect American towns.

John Waters shocked audiences with “Pink Flamingos” more than 50 years ago, he probably didn’t foresee major museum exhibitions of his trashy aesthetic and irreverent filmmaking. But half a century later, he’s become the elder statesman of rebellion, and the Academy Museum is celebrating Baltimore’s treasure with a career-spanning exhibit and accompanying film retrospective.

EXCLUSIVE: Indie distributor Brainstorm Media has locked down North American rights to LaRoy, a darkly comedic thriller starring John Magaro (First Cow), Steve Zahn (The White Lotus) and Dylan Baker (Happiness) that world premiered at the 2023 Tribeca Festival and nabbed three awards at the Deauville American Film Festival, including the Grand Prix, Audience Award, and Critics Award.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music The Rolling Stones have revealed the full track list of their first full album of original studio material since 2005, “Hackney Diamonds” — and the full list of guests. “Sweet Sounds Of Heaven” features vocals from Lady Gaga and keyboards and piano from Stevie Wonder, “Bite My Head Off” gets some inimitable bass from Paul McCartney, and “Get Close” and “Live By The Sword” have Elton John on piano.

Emily Blunt enjoyed a day out at the tennis with her husband John Krasinkski and their two children, Hazel, nine, and Violet, six. The family were seen out on Friday, 8 September, at Arthur Ashe Stadium watching the tennis at the US Open.The 40 year old actress was seen enjoying the match, even shouting out at various times. Letting her blonde locks down, Emily wore glasses and a floral-patterned top.Their children were papped sipping on their drinks, with Violet, who matched her mum as she wore a blue floral dress, climbed onto John’s lap for a cuddle.

Emily Blunt and John Krasinski are enjoying a family outing!

EXCLUSIVE: Lionsgate has just tied up an eight-figure deal for domestic rights to The Crow reboot, we can reveal.

Jon Stewart, John Mulaney and Pete Davidson’ ‘Jon, John and Pete Tour’ show at Atlantic City, NJ’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Sunday, Sept. 10.For some reason, the three co-headliners’ 7 p.m.