Why ‘Watchmen’ Director Stephen Willaims Compares the Tulsa Massacre to Krypton’s Destruction (Video)

Denise Petski Senior Managing EditorFX has put in development 81 Words, a limited series about gay rights pioneers Frank Kameny and Barbara Gittings, from Pose co-creator Steven Canals, Pal Pictures and 20th Century Fox TV.Written by Canals, 81 Words is based on Alix Spiegel’s award-winning This American Life episode, “81 Words,” and soon-to-be-released PBS Independent Lens documentary, Cured.

Yes, the world seems to be on fire, with the COVID-19 pandemic affecting just about every person on the planet. Combine that with the general craziness of world leaders (including Donald Trump) and the US experiencing protests tied to police brutality, and it would seem as if the world has a lot of pressing issues that dwarf the importance of cinemas and the theatrical experience.

Also Read: 'John Wick' Creator Derek Kolstad to Adapt Video Game 'Just Cause' for Constantin FilmWhile the film’s plot is being kept under wraps, as with the four “Just Cause” games the film will follow Rico Rodriguez on a race-against-time mission to stop the Black Hand, a lethal mercenary group.

Dave McNary Film ReporterIFC Films nabbed North American rights to Stephen Dorff’s mixed martial arts drama “Embattled” and plans to release the film in November.The Blitz Films production marks Georgian-born director Nick Sarkisov’s English-language film debut.

A Hollywood bidding frenzy for the screen rights to Stephen King’s latest four-story novella, If It Bleeds, has ended with the horror author signing multiple options.

Also Read: 'Greyhound' Trailer: Tom Hanks Brings 'Hell Down From On High' in First Look at WWII Film (Video)In “Greyhound,” Hanks plays the commanding officer of an American destroyer in WWII whose job is to escort a convoy of commercial boats and troop transports across the Atlantic.

The Flaming Lips have shared the video for their new single ‘Dinosaurs On The Mountain’ – watch it below.The clip sees the band performing in their signature giant bubbles, much like they did on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last month, and is the third single to be showcased from their forthcoming album ‘American Head’.The Flaming Lips previously dropped ‘Flowers of Neptune 6′ from the record, which featured backing vocals from Kacey Musgraves and ‘My Religion Is You’.

Also Read: 'Buffaloed' Director Tanya Wexler Wants to See More 'Kick-Ass' Female Characters in HollywoodIt’s rare for directors to secure overall television deals – more so women – and you are one of a very select few who’ve been presented this opportunity at Warner Bros. How does it feel and what message do you hope this sends to the industry?”It feels really great and I’m incredibly honored to have been given this kind of support and recognition from Warner Bros. (WB) It’s funny I recently

Also Read: 'Greyhound' Trailer: Tom Hanks Brings 'Hell Down From On High' in First Look at WWII Film (Video)In “Greyhound,” Hanks plays the commanding officer of an American destroyer in WWII whose job is to escort a convoy of commercial boats and troop transports across the Atlantic.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani will get the concert experience from the comfort of their vehicles. Shelton, with the help of Stefani and Trace Adkins, will be showing performances at drive-ins and outdoor theaters across the United States and Canada this summer. The concerts are filmed exclusively for each one-night-only event, and will include interviews with the musicians.“This is such a great way to enjoy music with your family and friends and stay safe,” said Shelton.

Blake Shelton will kick off a recorded summer concert series set to air at drive-in theaters across the United States and Canda. For the series, musicians' performances will be filmed for exclusive one-night-only events, which will include "cinematic interviews and storytelling," according to a press release.

Luca Guadagnino is bringing his unique style to television.

Peter White Television EditorEXCLUSIVE: Charles Booker, the Democratic senate candidate who narrowly lost to former Marine fighter pilot Amy McGrath in a close race in Kentucky, is set to have his campaign documented by American Relapse and Bernie Blackout director Pat McGee.Booker’s campaign was gaining steam right up until he lost to McGrath earlier this week by a narrow margin.McGee has been embedded with the Booker campaign after the Kentucky House of Representatives member handed him access

Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has said that he is proud of the programme’s international success.

Also Read: Ben Schwartz and Sam Rockwell to Star in Comedy at Searchlight PicturesWilliams is a two-time Emmy-nominee for “Lost” and has also directed episodes of “Westworld” and “The Walking Dead.” He directed his debut film “Soul Survivor” in 1995 before primarily turning to television.In addition to her work on “Atlanta,” Robinson is an executive producer and writer on the FX series “What We Do in the Shadows” and has an overall deal at the cable network.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film WriterThe true story of Chevalier de Saint-Georges, known as the “Black Mozart,” is coming to theaters via a hot creative team and Searchlight Pictures, Variety can report exclusively.“Chevalier de Saint-Georges” was an original feature pitch from Stefani Robinson, the Emmy-nominated and WGA Award winning writer of FX’s “Atlanta” and “What We Do in the Shadows.” The project has attached director Stephen Williams, a DGA Award nominee for “Watchmen” and “Westworld.”De

Justin Kroll Film ReporterAmblin Partners has closed a deal with Niki Caro to direct “Beautiful Ruins,” sources tell Variety.The story is set in an Italian seaside village in 1962, where a charming young man runs a hotel with no guests, until one day an American starlet, fresh from the set of “Cleopatra,” appears and captures his heart.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorLike many Americans, David Dobkin had never heard of the Eurovision Song Contest. But when the script for “Eurovision: The Story of Fire Saga” from Will Ferrell and Andrew Steele landed on his lap, the director of “Wedding Crashers” immediately fell in love with the characters.

Anna Marie de la Fuente Director Ciro Guerra has denied allegations of sexual misconduct leveled by eight women against one of Colombia’s most prominent filmmakers.Accusations of harassment and abuse were raised in a June 24 report by Volcanicas, a Latin American feminist journal.

Matt Grobar Assistant Editor, AwardslineIn Apple TV+ anthology series Little America, casting directors Bernard Telsey and Adam Caldwell found the ultimate casting challenge—a project centered on lesser-known, international talent, who needed to be able to meet very specific language requirements.Exploring the journeys of American immigrants, the heartfelt comedy is based on a collection of true stories published in Epic Magazine.