Patra Spanou Acquires Rotterdam Competition Title ‘Ghost Project’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Savannah Guthrie loves reporting on the Winter Olympics but that doesn't mean she enjoys taking part!The Today show host opened up about being rescued while reporting on the sporting event back in 2018. MORE: Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb share disappointment over 2022 Winter Olympics Savannah spoke to her co-host, Hoda Kotb, about the experience and explained how horrified she was to discover she was going to have to learn to ski for a segment on the NBC show.WATCH: Savannah Guthrie shares behind-the-scenes with fans ahead of new project"So the [producers] were like, 'You're going to learn to ski in PyeongChang,'" she said, according to People magazine. "I never skied, because I grew up in the desert.

Jamie Lang On-the-rise Spanish boutique sales company Feel Content has acquired a pair of features ahead of this month’s European Film Market: Finnish-Danish drama “Yellow Sulphur” – recently premiered at the Göteborg Film Festival – and French-Colombian co-production “The Rust,” a competition player at last year’s San Sebastian.From Finnish director-writer-producer Claes Olsson, “Yellow Sulphur Sky” is adapted from Kjell Westö’s eponymous novel and produced by Solar Films, Nordic Film Pool and Smile Entertainment. The book and now film tell the story of Frej, a writer who revisits his own youth as a source of inspiration, forcing the author to face long-forgotten memories.

Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie will not be making their way to China for the 2022 Winter Olympics due to COVID protocols, and the pair have now shared how "bummed" they are with the news.MORE: Savannah Guthrie shares throwback baby bump photo during touching on-air tributeThe Today Show anchors are usually among the many NBC stars who travel for the games, but this year the pandemic and ongoing fears of a resurgence have forced NBC to alter plans. Hoda and Savannah also both recently suffered from the virus, and fear that they may test positive again while in China.WATCH: Hoda and Savannah share how to watch the Winter Olympic GamesSpeaking to People magazine, Hoda shared her disappointment that the team won't get to "bond" and "have a great time as a team." "So that part I'm missing, because I love that part.

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Chrisley Knows Best star Nic Kerdiles opened up about how he survived a suicide attempt with the help of Savannah Chrisley and Todd Chrisley.

Savannah Guthrie is looking back at her days of being young, wild, and free. On her latest visit to The Drew Barrymore Show, she admitted a cheeky little secret about her youth that fans of the television host didn't see coming.MORE: Savannah Guthrie teases unexpected change to appearance that stuns co-starsThough beloved Today host Savannah has been married to her husband, Michael Feldman, since 2014, Drew coaxed her to reveal details about what she was like during her single days.The pair spent time discussing different holiday traditions, and as Savannah revealed she's not a fan of New Year's Eve, Drew tried to convince her about the bright side of New Year's Eve traditions, mainly the chance to "kiss a stranger."Savannah shares touching tribute to her mom for her 80th birthdayMORE: Savannah Guthrie shares throwback baby bump photo during touching on-air tributeBut in response, Savannah boldly said: "Can I tell you something though? I didn't need New Year's Eve to kiss strangers when I was young."The honest revelation was received with clapping from the audience as Drew squealed and shimmied in her chair with excitement. A post shared by The Drew Barrymore Show (@thedrewbarrymoreshow)The stars have a cheeky conversation about their youthDrew quickly coined the phrase "make-out bandit" for the mom-of-two and admitted that she certainly was one too.

Savannah Guthrie has had her fair share of kisses! The show host appeared on Tuesday's where sheopened about her once flirtatious ways.During the interview, the ladies talked about ushering in the new year. When Barrymore asked if the idea of kissing under the mistletoe or kissing to mark the start of the new year was an issue, Guthrie shared that puckering up has never been a problem for her.  “Can I tell you something though I didn’t need New Year’s Eve to kiss strangers when I was young,” Guthrie shared.

Leo Barraclough International Features EditorPicture Tree Intl. has acquired Iranian genre crossover feature “Without Her,” and will introduce the film to buyers during the upcoming European Film Market at its Marriot Hotel located office in Berlin.

Anna Marie de la Fuente Chilean filmmaker Roberto Doveris’ “Phantom Project” vies for the top Tiger prize at the Rotterdam film festival’s online edition this year and leads a robust Chilean delegation in other sections of the festival. Co-produced by Doveris’ Niña Niño Films and Aura Sinclair’s Agencia Rekia (“La Isla de las Gaviotas”), “Phantom Project” (previously titled “Ghost Project”) has world premiered at the fest, which began Jan. 26 and wraps on Feb.

Christopher Vourlias Japanese auteur Koji Fukada is developing his latest feature film, a look into the frenzied world of Japan’s idol culture, which he’ll be presenting during the Rotterdam Film Festival’s CineMart co-production market this week.The project will then head to the European Film Market next month as part of the Rotterdam-Berlinale Express, a collaboration between the two markets.Fukada spoke exclusively to Variety about his tenth feature film, “Love on Trial,” which tells the story of a burgeoning pop star who falls in love with an old schoolmate – only to have her life and career unravel because that romance violates a “no boys” clause in her contract.The film is inspired by the improbable, real-life court case of a 15-year-old Japanese pop star who was sued by her talent management company for falling into a romantic relationship that violated the terms of her contract.

EXCLUSIVE: Saban Films has acquired North American and other overseas territory rights to The Old Way, the Western from director Brett Donowho that stars Nicolas Cage. The distributor is targeting a theatrical and VOD release for the pic sometime during the fourth quarter of 2022.

Christopher Vourlias Luis Campos’ Portuguese label Matiné has boarded “Mother of Gold,” the sophomore feature from Brazilian director Madiano Marcheti, which was selected for the Rotterdam Film Festival’s CineMart co-production market.Set in a rural town in a remote corner of the Amazon rainforest, the film tells the story of a troubled woman trying to overcome her past and reconnect with her estranged son, who was kicked out of the house when his father refused to accept his sexuality.After a group of prospectors invades the neighboring hillside in search of gold, the woman starts to have mysterious dreams. As the visions intensify, she slowly comes to realize that the hill itself appears to be calling her.

Savannah Guthrie got her Today Show fans talking on Wednesday when she shared a series of pictures of her and co-anchor Hoda Kotb pulling silly faces.MORE: Hoda Kotb's one-of-a-kind $250k engagement ring isn't what she expected "Wednesday in facial expressions," she captioned the post which saw Hoda and Craig Melvin both looking perturbed as Savannah rolled her eyes while gesturing with her hands as she told a story. WATCH: Savannah Guthrie's video to her kids from Team USAIn a second snap the three of them all wore big smiles as they cheered at someone off-camera, while a third included Al Roker and Carson Daly as the five hosts all watched something take place off-screen."Freeze frame!" joked one fan as another commented: "You make the show so much fun."MORE: Savannah Guthrie shows off new hair in latest social media postMORE: Dylan Dreyer inundated with support as she returns to Today following maternity leave"When you look fabulous even making an eye roll face," quipped another as many left laughter emojis and heart emojis.Savannah has a close relationship with her Today Show co-stars, and displayed as much with her recent Instagram post, when she welcomed Dylan Dreyer - who has been out on maternity leave for the past few months - back to the set with a warm hug.

Savannah Guthrie has a close relationship with her Today Show co-stars, and displayed as much with her recent Instagram post.MORE: Savannah Guthrie shows off new hair in latest social media postShe took to her social feed to share pictures from the recent instalment of the morning show that depicted the cast's reunion with Dylan Dreyer.Dylan, who was out on maternity leave for the past few months, finally returned to the show to a warm welcome from all of her co-hosts.WATCH: Today's Jenna Bush Hager's video with Savannah Guthrie leaves some fans horrifiedSavannah included shots of herself and Dylan catching up behind the scenes, along with an emotional one of the two locked in a tight embrace."She's back!!!!! So happy to have @dylandreyernbc back home with us," she captioned her post, with Dylan sweetly responding: "I've missed you!!!"MORE: Dylan Dreyer inundated with support as she returns to Today following maternity leaveFans took to the comments to express their excitement upon seeing her back on their screens, with one writing: "Dylan!!! You look fabulous, so happy to see you back!!"A post shared by Savannah Guthrie (@savannahguthrie)Savannah reunited with Dylan Dreyer and shared pictures of their meetingAnother said: "We missed Dylan. You ladies are all part of our lives," with a third adding: "So happy to have her back.

James Snyder, the actor who starred as Harry Potter in Broadway’s production of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” has been fired from the show following an investigation into misconduct.Reps for the show told TheWrap in a statement that the producers received a complaint on Nov. 19, 2021 from Diane Davis, who plays Harry’s wife Ginny in the show, regarding the conduct of Snyder. A third party investigation was conducted, and Snyder was suspended, but upon completion of the investigation, the producers decided he should not return and his contract should be terminated.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterLindsay Aubin, Andrew Mathes, Dani Potter, and Andrew Wang have been promoted to partner in WME’s TV Scripted department, Variety has learned exclusively.Mathes started at WME in 2009, rising to the rank of coordinator in 2012 and then agent in 2013. His clients include Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, Carlton Cuse, John Legend, John Krasinski, Idris Elba, David Ayer, and Adam McKay’s HyperObject. He also led efforts to adapt podcasts into TV series, selling projects like “Limetown” to Facebook Watch, “Dirty John” at Bravo, and the upcoming “Gaslit” at Starz.Aubin started at WME in 2010, at first working as an assistant for people like Ari Emanuel, Ari Greenburg and Marc Korman.

Actor James Snyder, who portrayed the lead role in Broadway’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, has been fired from the production after a misconduct claim was leveled against him.

Harry Potter star Rupert Grint gave fans a rare glimpse of his baby Wednesday on Instagram.The 33 year old took an adorable snap of his baby daughter while she was sat in a directors chair. In his first post for a year, the actor also thanked fans for the support following the Harry Potter 20 year reunion show. He wrote: "Hello! Turns out I suck at Instagram.

Rupert Grint is one happy dad!The 33-year-old actor took to Instagram on Friday to share a rare photo of his 1-year-old daughter, Wednesday. He posted the sweet snap while reflecting on the recent reunion and celebrating the season 3 premiere of his show, In the pic, Wednesday is seen sitting in a tiny blue director's chair with her strawberry blonde hair in a mini pigtail with a pink bow.«Hello! Turns out I suck at Instagram. But Happy New Year anyway! Thank you all for watching The HP Reunion.

Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar is having a bit of a moment after releasing the well-received “Parallel Mothers” last year starring Penélope Cruz and will be making his English-language debut with Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett attached to lead “A Manual For Cleaning Women.” There is yet another lovely project coming from Almodóvar on the horizon but this time is in the realm of streaming television.