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Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Epic Games is slashing its workforce by 16%, laying off about 830 employees, as it looks to cut costs and put the Fortnite maker on viable financial footing. The cutbacks were announced in an internal memo from Epic CEO Tim Sweeney.

EXCLUSIVE: Roland Emmerich is heading to next month’s Mipcom Cannes to present first-look footage from upcoming Gladiator epic Those About to Die.

A familiar mélange and pastiche of sci-fi-tropes you’ve seen and felt before, filmmaker Gareth Edwards’ science-fiction drama, “The Creator,” is recognizable but, nonetheless, largely compelling— skillfully understanding the crucial balance of blockbuster scale and grounding character intimacy. Its intriguing examination of what constitutes a sentient being—coupled with its aesthetic mix of lo-fi, gritty, and grimy tech blended with sleeker, cleaner, and austerely traditional visual references to the future— makes for an engaging experience clearly designed for the big screen.

“Days of Our Lives” viewers love nothing more than when a former beloved character returns to Salem. Of course, some characters are a bit more special than others. Legacy characters have a very special place in the hearts of fans, and Bo Brady is definitely at the top of the list.

Total War: Pharaoh has had to push its launch on the Epic Games Store to “early 2024”, with Creative Assembly stating that it is as “disappointed” as the fans are.This is in order to introduce “additional social functions” to the game, and the team will require a more flexible time frame to fulfil those features.Fans had realised that their pre-orders through the Epic Games Store for Total War: Pharaoh had been refunded, signalling that some sort of update from Creative Assembly was on the way.“We apologise to all our fans whose plans are affected by this news. Know that we’re disappointed too, and that we otherwise look forward to welcoming you into Ancient Egypt early next year,” continued the post to Total War‘s official X account.The game’s launch on Steam and Mac is unaffected and Total War: Pharaoh will arrive on October 11.

Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier left his proud father in tears after his very first performance in his Saturday night debut.The 20-year-old EastEnders actor took to the floor with his pro dancer, Dianne Buswell to perform the Foxtrot. Following their dance to McFly’s ‘It’s All About You’, the judges were left very impressed. Craig Revel Horwood praised Bobby for his “frame” and “storytelling”’.

Gemma Atkinson recently took a stand against trolls who criticised her fashion choices. Gemma, who often shares candid updates regarding her post-partum life, has been promoting her new In The Style range with a series of stylish outfit photos. However, after offering a look behind the scenes to "show some reality," she faced a negative comment from a troll.

Scots chart-topper Tom Walker has made a poignant return to the music scene as he delighted shoppers in Glasgow with a free performance on Friday. The singer was promoting new single 'Burn' after taking a hiatus from singing due to ongoing pressures.

Charna Flam Happy Hunger Games! Lionsgate has dropped the second trailer for “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.” Based on Suzanne Collins’ prequel novel of the same name, the upcoming film follows a young Coriolanus Snow (Tom Blyth), who strives to revive his family’s legacy. In the midst of his efforts, he is tasked with mentoring District 12’s tribute and Panem’s favorite, Lucy Gray Baird (Rachel Zegler). Coriolanus works with Lucy to keep her alive in the Hunger Games, and he begins to battle between good and evil.

EXCLUSIVE: Trinity CineAsia has acquired Chinese fantasy epic Creation Of The Gods I: Kingdom Of Storms for multiple territories, including the UK, Ireland, France and Spain. 

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Filming is now underway in Australia on “Desert King,” a neo-western drama series for Netflix that is positioned to be one of the streamer’s iconic prestige productions in the Asia-Pacific region. The story revolves around money and power in Australia’s harsh Outback regions with filming locations in the remote Northern Territory and near Adelaide, South Australia. When the world’s largest cattle station is left without a clear successor, generational clashes threaten to tear the Lawson family apart. Sensing this once great dynasty is in decline, the outback’s most powerful factions – rival cattle barons, desert gangsters, Indigenous elders and billionaire miners – move in for the kill,” says Netflix by way of a synopsis. While describing the six-part series as “one of the largest local screen productions filmed in both the [Northern] Territory and South Australia,” and “an extraordinary cast,” the streamer has not disclosed the identities of any cast. Directed by Greg McLean (“La Brea,” “Wolf Creek”), the show is a joint production between Easy Tiger and Ronde.

Gogglebox's fan-favourite family the Baggs have opened up on the potential for an epic return on the Channel 4 series, and it could involve a Christmas special.The Essex-based stars were on the show for three series until last year, and consisted of dad Terry, mum Lisa and sons Joe, 25, who is now trying to "find the one" on TikTok, and George. Unfortunately, the family later announced they were simply too "busy" with other work commitments to continue on. In a surprise turnaround, brothers Joe and George have hinted that their journey on Gogglebox is far from over.

Aramide Tinubu Observing a helicopter zip across a mountainous skyline accompanying a fleet of cowboys on horseback, running at full speed below is a jarring visual. It’s as if time and space have suddenly fused.

Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini is among those in the running to be named Scottish Album of the Year at an awards ceremony next month.

The CEO of Universal Destinations & Experiences said hopes are high that the new Epic Universe theme park in Orlando set to open next year will extend visitor stays from three or four days to a full week as a new destination for families with kids age eight and above – Universal’s target demo.

Even though Gareth Edwards broke out with his debut feature, “Monsters,” back in 2010, we really don’t know too much about him, as a filmmaker. He followed that film up with “Godzilla” in 2014, which was fairly well received, but it’s his third film, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” that most people remember him from.

We are only a month away from the release of what is likely 2023’s most anticipated film—Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Before the film’s premiere earlier this year at Cannes, this film was already at the top of a lot of people’s must-see list, but after the rave reviews from the prestigious festival, there’s no denying the hype has only grown for this crime drama.

Shakira just took the stage at the MTV Video Music Awards, where she accepted the prestigious Video Vanguard Award, making her the first South American artist to receive it. The performance was incredible, taking her fans on an epic ride with the biggest hits spanning her career like “She Wolf,” “Te Felicito,” “Whenever, Wherever,” “Ojos Así,” “Objection,” “Hips don’t lie,” and “Music Session Vol.

Selena Gomez's reaction to Chris Brown's nomination at the MTV VMAs has gone viral after she seemed less than impressed at the rapper's nomination for Best R&B.The Only Murders In The Building star, 31, could be seen pulling a face as the nominees were read out. Chris, 34, was nominated for his song How Does It Feel, his recent collaboration with Chlöe Bailey.The Best R&B award ultimately went to SZA for her hit son Shirt, ensuring the was no more awkwardness between Selena and Chris.

Bruno Mars’ Brazilian fans have been begging him to return and perform for the country, and they finally had their dreams come true over the weekend.The singer performed at the first ‘The Town’ festival at the Interlagos racetrack in Sao Paulo, which was expected to attract half a million people over the five-day event. On Monday, he shared an epic video montage on social media showing his time at the festival and walking through the city streets.A post shared by Bruno Mars (@brunomars)Fresh from his performances with a smile on his face, the singer wrote, “It’s been 6 long years but I finally ‘Come to Brasil’ Thank you São Paulo for two incredible nights.

UPDATED WITH details and company comment. Disney and Charter Communications have reached a carriage renewal, ending a 10-day impasse that drew intense scrutiny to the shifting economics of pay-TV in the streaming era.

New Zealand-born director Lee Tamahori has dabbled in big-budget Hollywood film-making (“Die Another Day,” “XXX: State of the Union”) as well as more intimately-scaled films exploring his Māori heritage (“Once Were Warriors,” “Mahana”).

Sophia Bush really said Clothes Over Bros!

Guy Lodge Film Critic Though it’s become a convenient catch-all term for journalists covering the subject, the phrase “European migrant crisis” can’t help but leave a sour taste in the mouth — implying as it does that Europe, the destination for so many hard-up voyagers from variously ailing or hostile countries, is the disadvantaged party in all this. That bias carries through to the bulk of well-intended films on the matter, which tend to pick up migrants’ stories, however sympathetically, on European turf.

Sofía Vergara is having a music-packed summer, following her split from Joe Manganiello. From checking out Beyoncé on her “Renaissance Tour” to judging a slew of impressive acts on “America’s Got Talent” live qualifying rounds, she’s making the most of her newly single life.

Elated fans hailed Sarah Lancashire as the 'best actress ever' as 'epic' Happy Valley won big at ITV's National Television Awards on Tuesday night (September 5).

You didn’t expect French filmmaker Bertrand Bonello to make a conventional sci-fi, did you? Good, because “The Beast” is far from it. It all starts in 2044 with beautiful actress Gabrielle (Léa Seydoux) in desperate need of a job.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent British Hollywood director Simon West (“Con Air,” “Lara Croft:Tomb Raider”) is set to direct Saudi Arabia-set epic “Antara” that will be shot in Neom, the sprawling production hub in Saudi Arabia’s northwestern corner. The English-language blockbuster based on Arab history is the tale of Antara ibn Shaddad, a slave warrior who was propelled to mythical status in the sixth century after winning his freedom and becoming a beloved knight and a widely celebrated Bedouin poet in the region. “Antara,” which was announced during the Venice Film Festival – where there is a strong Saudi industry presence – is co-produced by Irish entrepreneur, writer and producer Alexander Amartei.

Stacey Solomon has clapped back at a cruel troll who sent her a message calling her 'annoying'.The 33-year-old Loose Women star took to her Instagram stories to call out the troll after they sent her a mean DM in response to an earlier video she had shared. Stacey had previously uploaded a clip updating her followers about her ‘manic’ life before wishing them all a ‘happy Saturday.’ In the candid video, her husband Joe Swash launched a dirty nappy over at her as Stacey confessed, she needed to “sort the house out.” But the candid moment rubbed one follower up the wrong way as they decided to message Stacey, saying: “You are so annoying.” After the mum-of-five screenshotted the rude remark, she then responded with an epic comeback.

A parent’s desire to trap their offspring in perpetual childhood is not a foreign concept to Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos, whose 2009 psychological drama “Dogtooth” chronicled the dysfunctional routine of a wealthy businessman, his meek wife, and their severely infantilized adult children.

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Selena Gomez is leaning into her single life!

EastEnders fans think they have "worked out" another legendary character return that could help to protect Bobby Beale. It looks like young Bobby will need help after he came face-to-face with Cindy Beale during tonight's (31 August) episode. Cindy is of course the mum of the late Lucy Beale, who was murdered by Bobby.

One of the most anticipated sci-fi film of 2023 — particularly now, with “Dune: Part Two” having been pushed back to 2024 — has got to be Gareth Edwards‘ latest feature,”The Creator.” Edwards’ first film since 2016’s “Rogue One” Lucasfilm movies, this new thriller is set in the year 2070, in the midst of a war over the future of artificial intelligence.

Strictly Come Dancing contestant Ellie Leach has been given an epic send-off from family and friends as she was surprised by her famous cousin at the weekend. The star was surrounded by all her loved ones ahead of her stint on the BBC dancing show, which kicks off next month.

Marta Balaga Danish filmmaker Nikolaj Arcel, who was behind “The Dark Tower” with Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey – is bringing back the historical epic with “The Promised Land,” which world premieres in Venice Film Festival competition section. Set in 1755 and based on a true story, it sees captain Ludvig Kahlen (played by Mads Mikkelsen) deciding to finally conquer the Danish heathland and build a colony there. But its ruler, Frederik de Schinkel (Simon Bennebjerg), doesn’t want to share the inhospitable land.