#OscarsSoWhite Creator on Academy's "Tepid" Inclusion Requirements (Guest Column)

The House of Representatives on Thursday passed the revised $2.2 trillion “Heroes Act” coronavirus stimulus package, which includes provisions of the $10 billion bipartisan “Save Our Stages” Act designed to provide financial assistance to independent music and live-entertainment venues across the U.S. However, the Republican-controlled Senate appears unlikely to vote on the latest version unless an agreement is reached between Democrats and the White House.Below,Justin Brannan, New York City

Todd Lieberman Editor’s note: Todd Lieberman, who with David Hoberman co-owns Mandeville Films and Television, has been a prolific producer of films from Beauty and the Beast to The Aeronauts, Wonder, Stronger, The Fighter, The Muppets and The Proposal. Like most in Hollywood, he spends time in the pandemic prepping projects for the cautious rebound in production starts, and discussing presidential politics — sometimes in equal measure.

Eastenders have moved past all their drama, something, or someone, else rears its ugly head.This time it comes about when Mick Carter makes a rather odd discovery about newcomer Frankie Lewis, who seems to have taken a rather keen interest in the Carter family.Frankie seems to be particularly interested in Ollie who she is then asked to look after while waiting for Mick to take him to school.When Mick eventually arrives, he is concerned to find Frankie taking photos of Ollie.

Professionalize the industry. By formalizing certain practices and reducing the casual nature of our work, we can ensure a solid foundation upon which robust principles can be built.2.

After George Floyd’s tragic death, something strange happened to many of us who are Black in Hollywood. Though it’s crass to say, we became trendy, as demonstrated by the uptick in our meetings and deals.

Jessica Rhoades Guest ColumnistLater this month, Amazon Prime will air Gillian Flynn’s “Utopia,” a show that I’m an executive producer of and which features a panic-inducing viral outbreak.

Florence Pugh is expressing her love for Nick Cordero. The 24-year-old actress honored the late Broadway star on Thursday, which would've been his 42nd birthday.

Jon Gosselin is addressing claims that he's been physically abusive with his 16-year-old son, Collin, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Kate Gosselin.Jon claims that Kate hasn't actually spoken to Collin in five years, though she recently publicly backed up her son's allegations earlier this month that Jon physically abused him, calling Jon a «violent and abusive person» in a statement to.

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Pete Hammond Awards Columnist/Chief Film Critic“These are not Tablets from the mountain,” Paramount Pictures Chairman Jim Gianopulos told me earlier this morning in explaining how the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences went about creating new standards  of inclusion and representation for entry in to the Best Picture race. The controversial new requirements, set to take full effect in 2024, are actually the result he says of taking a wide ranging pulse of the industry.

Jamie Lang In today’s Global Bulletin, U.K.

Academy shared a long list of new requirements that will take effect in 2024.The new standards were designed «to encourage equitable representation on and off screen in order to better reflect the diversity of the movie-going audience.» Academy governors DeVon Franklin and Jim Gianopulos were in charge of the new inclusion standards, creating a template inspired by the British Film Institute (BFI) Diversity Standards «used for certain funding eligibility in the UK and eligibility in some

Clayton Davis The diversity and inclusion initiative has been a heavy focus for the Oscars the past few years, shown by the expansive membership initiative.

In the ongoing age of #MeToo, we’ve seen a variety of disturbing situations come to light and make headlines. And as an outlet that reports on news related to the film and TV industry, we’re obligated to try and cover it as much as we can, as unpleasant as it can be, providing statements from both the accused and the accusers.

Alexander Payne is calling Rose McGowan’s allegations against him “simply untrue”.

Alexander Payne In a recent social media post, Rose McGowan wrote that filmmaker Alexander Payne engaged in a sexual act with her while she was 15 year old. Payne today responds with a firm denial in this guest column.

Traci G. Lee There’s a moment 19 minutes into Disney’s 1998 film “Mulan” where the heroine takes a sword to her long black hair, cutting it short in one fluid motion without hesitation.