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Most folks love movies; some good, some not so good. If the film is good, we usually feel a transcendental kinship to the actors, and to a lesser extent, the directors. The better the actors, directors the more we are drawn to their brilliance, like a moth to a flame.

Just days after dropping a viral trailer for its first feature-length comedy, “Lady Ballers,” the Daily Wire announced its first animated scripted series, “Mr. Birchum,” created by comedian Adam Carolla.
Just days after dropping a viral trailer for its first feature-length comedy, “Lady Ballers,” the Daily Wire announced its first animated scripted series, “Mr. Birchum,” created by comedian Adam Carolla.
 
Actress Julianna Margulies had some harsh words of condemnation for Hamas supporters who are also proponents of the LGBT social movement, saying their stance is contradictory.
Actress Julianna Margulies had some harsh words of condemnation for Hamas supporters who are also proponents of the LGBT social movement, saying their stance is contradictory.
 
The Left and Hollywood don’t want any part of films that criticize radical gender theory because transgenderism has become the pinnacle of their religion, Daily Wire co-founder Jeremy Boreing said Tuesday.
The Left and Hollywood don’t want any part of films that criticize radical gender theory because transgenderism has become the pinnacle of their religion, Daily Wire co-founder Jeremy Boreing said Tuesday.
 
Oscar winner Susan Sarandon has been dumped by her agency UTA after making incendiary comments about Jews in the wake of the Hamas massacre of Israelis on October 7, according to a new report from Page Six.
Oscar winner Susan Sarandon has been dumped by her agency UTA after making incendiary comments about Jews in the wake of the Hamas massacre of Israelis on October 7, according to a new report from Page Six.
 
Comedian Jon Lovitz said the overt biases of late-night show hosts are becoming tedious.
 
“Yellowstone” fans got a major update about the Paramount Network series’ return, with production on the final portion of Season 5 set to get underway in Spring 2024.
“Yellowstone” fans got a major update about the Paramount Network series’ return, with production on the final portion of Season 5 set to get underway in Spring 2024.
 
Legendary comedian Dana Carvey announced on Thursday that his oldest son Dex had died of an accidental drug overdose. Dex was 32 years old.
Legendary comedian Dana Carvey announced on Thursday that his oldest son Dex had died of an accidental drug overdose. Dex was 32 years old.
 
Jason Alexander admitted he doesn’t “know anything about” a reboot of the hit NBC show “Seinfeld” and suggested that they must not need his character George Costanza.
Jason Alexander admitted he doesn’t “know anything about” a reboot of the hit NBC show “Seinfeld” and suggested that they must not need his character George Costanza.
 
After 118 days, the SAG-AFTRA actors strike is finally over, and Hollywood can get back to work.
After 118 days, the SAG-AFTRA actors strike is finally over, and Hollywood can get back to work.
 
British television host John Oliver, who became an American citizen in 2019, ripped America for supporting Israel, prompting actor-comedian Jon Lovitz to blast him with some facts and ask God to bless America for its support of the Jewish state.
British television host John Oliver, who became an American citizen in 2019, ripped America for supporting Israel, prompting actor-comedian Jon Lovitz to blast him with some facts and ask God to bless America for its support of the Jewish state.
 
Arnold Schwarzenegger received the Award of Courage from the Holocaust Museum in Los Angeles and called on people to “confront” anti-Semitism following the Hamas terrorist attack in Israel that resulted in the deaths of more than 1,400 people.
Arnold Schwarzenegger received the Award of Courage from the Holocaust Museum in Los Angeles and called on people to “confront” anti-Semitism following the Hamas terrorist attack in Israel that resulted in the deaths of more than 1,400 people.
 
In the Pines, a John Locke Foundation-produced short film based on the 1898 insurrection that toppled Wilmington’s elected local government, recently won Best Film and two other awards at the Golden Hour Film Festival in Morganton.
In the Pines, a John Locke Foundation-produced short film based on the 1898 insurrection that toppled Wilmington’s elected local government, recently won Best Film and two other awards at the Golden Hour Film Festival in Morganton.
 
Israeli actress and model Gal Gadot reportedly helped schedule an upcoming screening for Hollywood celebrities and prominent figures to view nearly an hour of footage of Hamas terrorizing Israeli communities near the Gaza Strip in early October.
Israeli actress and model Gal Gadot reportedly helped schedule an upcoming screening for Hollywood celebrities and prominent figures to view nearly an hour of footage of Hamas terrorizing Israeli communities near the Gaza Strip in early October.
 
The “Yellowstone” universe is growing after the highly-anticipated upcoming Season 5 comes to an end — with two more spinoffs of the series following Kevin Costner‘s departure from the Paramount show.
The “Yellowstone” universe is growing after the highly-anticipated upcoming Season 5 comes to an end — with two more spinoffs of the series following Kevin Costner‘s departure from the Paramount show.
 
Hollywood personal security companies said that requests from Jewish stars and those in the entertainment industry have definitely increased following the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel that resulted in the deaths of more than 1,400 Israelis.
Hollywood personal security companies said that requests from Jewish stars and those in the entertainment industry have definitely increased following the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel that resulted in the deaths of more than 1,400 Israelis.
 
Actor Matthew Perry, known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit ’90s sitcom “Friends,” has died, according to TMZ. He was 54 years old.
Actor Matthew Perry, known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit ’90s sitcom “Friends,” has died, according to TMZ. He was 54 years old.
 
“The Chosen” creator Dallas Jenkins said both “extreme pain and sadness” and also “some extreme joy” is what fans can expect for Season 4 when it hits theaters first exclusively in February.
“The Chosen” creator Dallas Jenkins said both “extreme pain and sadness” and also “some extreme joy” is what fans can expect for Season 4 when it hits theaters first exclusively in February.
 
Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg‘s next WWII miniseries, “Masters of the Air,” has finally gotten an air date after over a decade of delays.
Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg‘s next WWII miniseries, “Masters of the Air,” has finally gotten an air date after over a decade of delays.
 
New Zealand-based actor Sam Neill said he doesn’t fear death despite a recent battle with blood cancer.
New Zealand-based actor Sam Neill said he doesn’t fear death despite a recent battle with blood cancer.
 
Emmy Award-winning English actress Julia Ormond accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual battery in a lawsuit filed Wednesday, joining more than 100 women who have alleged patterns of misconduct from the disgraced Hollywood film producer over several decades.
Emmy Award-winning English actress Julia Ormond accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual battery in a lawsuit filed Wednesday, joining more than 100 women who have alleged patterns of misconduct from the disgraced Hollywood film producer over several decades.
 
“Stranger Things” star Noah Schnapp slammed his followers on social media for justifying the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel that resulted in the deaths of at least 1,300 Israelis.
“Stranger Things” star Noah Schnapp slammed his followers on social media for justifying the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel that resulted in the deaths of at least 1,300 Israelis.
 
Sarah Silverman absolutely destroyed the Democratic Socialists of America organization — of which she has been a member — after it blamed Israel for the unprovoked terrorist attacks by Hamas that have killed more than a thousand people.
Sarah Silverman absolutely destroyed the Democratic Socialists of America organization — of which she has been a member — after it blamed Israel for the unprovoked terrorist attacks by Hamas that have killed more than a thousand people.
 
Comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld hinted that there could be a reunion or reboot of his iconic comedy, “Seinfeld,” in the future.
Comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld hinted that there could be a reunion or reboot of his iconic comedy, “Seinfeld,” in the future.
 
Beloved “Harry Potter” actor Sir Michael Gambon has died at the age of 82.
 
The writers strike which has dragged on for 148 days has come to an end as the WGA (Writers Guild of America) agreed to a deal.
The writers strike which has dragged on for 148 days has come to an end as the WGA (Writers Guild of America) agreed to a deal.
 
Actor Josh Gad, best known for voicing Olaf on the animated Disney film “Frozen,” said he’s been “attacked” and “threatened” by fans for voicing his support for Israel.
Actor Josh Gad, best known for voicing Olaf on the animated Disney film “Frozen,” said he’s been “attacked” and “threatened” by fans for voicing his support for Israel.
 
The OceanGate submersible tragedy, which resulted in the deaths of five people, is being turned into a feature film from MindRiot Entertainment after the group landed the rights to make the docuseries “Salvaged” about the incident.
The OceanGate submersible tragedy, which resulted in the deaths of five people, is being turned into a feature film from MindRiot Entertainment after the group landed the rights to make the docuseries “Salvaged” about the incident.
 
Comedian Larry David confronted Elon Musk at a wedding in 2022 to express his displeasure with the billionaire’s political leanings, according to a new biography.
Comedian Larry David confronted Elon Musk at a wedding in 2022 to express his displeasure with the billionaire’s political leanings, according to a new biography.
 
Comic creator Alan Moore pledged to donate future movie royalties he received to Black Lives Matter.
Comic creator Alan Moore pledged to donate future movie royalties he received to Black Lives Matter.
 
Hollywood veteran Tim Burton said he’s uncomfortable with artificial intelligence (AI) being used to recreate his signature style.
Hollywood veteran Tim Burton said he’s uncomfortable with artificial intelligence (AI) being used to recreate his signature style.
 
Academy Award-winning movie director Martin Scorsese is once again making his feelings about comic book and franchise movies clear.
Academy Award-winning movie director Martin Scorsese is once again making his feelings about comic book and franchise movies clear.
 
A Danish actor and director reacted with derision when asked about the lack of “diversity” in the film “The Promised Land,” which was screened at the Venice Film Festival.
A Danish actor and director reacted with derision when asked about the lack of “diversity” in the film “The Promised Land,” which was screened at the Venice Film Festival.
 
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