Steven Spielberg Wins Israel's Genesis Prize for Films, Philanthropy

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaHosts Amy Poehler and Tina Fey kicked off the 78th Golden Globe Awards on Sunday in the shadow of a global pandemic and a controversy that is roiling the cliquish organization behind the annual broadcast.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentItalian auteur Marco Bellocchio (“The Traitor”) is set to reconstruct the true-life drama of Edgardo Mortara, a Jewish boy kidnapped and converted to Catholicism in 1858. It’s a story that Steven Spielberg was in advanced stages to bring to the screen a few years ago.Mortara was a young Jewish boy living in Bologna, Italy, who in 1858, after being secretly baptized, was forcibly taken from his family to be raised as a Christian.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterAustin Butler and Callum Turner will play the lead roles in Apple’s World War II drama “Masters of the Air,” a continuation of the “Band of Brothers”/”The Pacific” franchise from Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks.Based on the book of the same name by Donald L. Miller, “Masters of the Air” follows the true story of the American bomber boys in World War II who brought the war to Hitler’s doorstep.

Drew Barrymore had a very special surprise guest on Monday's episode of "The Drew Barrymore Show" in the form of Steven Spielberg. The famed director surprised the actress with a virtual visit during the episode, dedicated to the star as she turned 46.

Steven Spielberg was one of the many surprise guests on Drew Barrymore‘s birthday special, airing today.

the Extra-Terrestrial ” — sent him a series of photos as an apology. In the shots, she was dressed as a nun in front of a church, seemingly “repenting” for the shoot.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorStone Canyon Entertainment has announced the start of production on “Who Are the Marcuses,” a feature documentary about a mysterious couple who donated half a billion dollars to Israel, the largest single gift in the history of the state.Matthew Mishory is directing, with Stone Canyon’s Bradford Schlei and Alvaro Fernandez producing, and executive producers Marc Bennett and Rhino Films’ Stephen Nemeth.

Michele Amabile Angermiller Bruce Springsteen, Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts and more will appear virtually as part of this year’s three-day “Winter Love Fest” for Light of Day, the New Jersey charity event which raises funds and awareness in the fight against Parkinson’s disease.Highlights from Springsteen’s 2020 “Light of Day” appearance at the Paramount in Asbury Park (pictured) — where he joined Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers for a 75-minute set

JERUSALEM -- Music legend Stevie Wonder on Tuesday was awarded Israel's Wolf Prize, headlining a group of laureates in the arts and sciences receiving the prestigious recognition.Wonder was recognized for “his tremendous contribution to music and society enriching the lives of entire generations of music lovers,” according to a statement from President Reuven Rivlin's office.The Wolf Foundation is a state-owned entity that issues the award to promote excellence in science and the arts.

Earlier today, the London Critics Circle Film Awards were handed out, with Chloé Zhao’s movie Nomadland again doing quite well with a precursor. It took Film of the Year, Screenwriter of the Year for Zhao, as well as Actress of the Year for Frances McDormand.

Questlove made his directorial debut at this year's Sundance Film Festival with Summer Of Soul (…Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised), chronicling the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival aka "Black Woodstock." Now, the film has officially won both the Grand Jury and audience prizes in the documentary category, beating nine other films.

CODA has won the top award at the Sundance Film Festival, taking this year's U.S. Grand Jury prize.

Questlove‘s new documentary has won the Grand Jury prize at Sundance Film Festival.Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) documents the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival.“It has always been a dream of mine to direct films and telling this story has truly been an amazing experience,” Questlove wrote in a statement following his win.“I am overwhelmed and honored by the reception the film is receiving and want to give special thanks to Sundance, and my production partners:

St.George Illawarra has sent an application to the NRL in a bid to get Israel Folau’s services in a two year deal. The decision is being considered, despite ARLC chairman Peter V’landys’ indications that Folau would no longer be able to play after his homophobic controversies in 2019.Folau has already harmed the queer sporting community, but his acceptance into the Dragons despite this will only compound his damage further.

Empire, the Jurassic Park filmmaker spoke to the current pandemic and explained why he was confident audiences would return to cinemas in future.“In the current health crisis, where movie theatres are shuttered or attendance is drastically limited because of the global pandemic, I still have hope bordering on certainty that when it’s safe, audiences will go back to the movies,” Spielberg began.“In a movie theatre, you watch movies with the significant others in your life, but also in the company

Katie Price is in talks to be a regular presenter on Steph's Packed Lunch following the success of her recent interview, according to reports.The 42 year old took to the hit Channel 4 show last month to speak about her son Harvey, 18, and their candid BBC documentary. Former glamour model Katie left viewers impressed with her composure and honesty during the interview — and it seems bosses liked what they saw too.