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EXCLUSIVE: The AXS Film Fund is being launched to support an underserved group—creators of color with disabilities who are engaged in documentary work.

Data firm App Annie indicated in Thursday's first quarter market index report that mobile game Crash Bandicoot: On the Runlanded in second position on the list of top downloaded breakout games in the United States. The free-to-play adventure game from developer King, which features familiar characters and regions from the iconic Crash franchise, released March 25 and amassed 9.1 million launch day downloads in the top eight markets: U.S.,Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Russia, France, Germany and Spain.

Billy Connolly and Sean Connery through its gates has cancelled the attraction for a second year due to coronavirus. The Lonach Gathering in Aberdeenshire is a firm fixture in the games diary and is a big hit among celebs.

dog is a big commitment - they need feeding, training, grooming... and not to mention lots of walkies.But they also make loyal and loving companions and quickly become a firm part of the family.

Amy Poehler, Naomie Harris and Jessica Barden are among the 80 actors and entertainment professionals who have signed an open letter against prejudice and discrimination towards disabled talent in Hollywood. The letter states that there is an “urgent need to act on disability inclusion” and demands that major studios appoint permanent disability officers, who would have a variety of responsibilities including seeking out opportunities for disabled talent and ensuring inclusive and accessible hiring practices.

The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles will host an esports event this weekend. The Mid-Season Showdown finals of the League Championship Series (LCS) - North America's League of Legends team from Riot Games — begins April 10.

open letter calling for an end to prejudice and discrimination towards disabled talent in Hollywood.The letter claims there’s an “urgent need to act on disability inclusion” and urges major studios to appoint permanent disability officers.It goes on to say the number of disabled characters on screen “continues to severely under-represent the actual US population living with disabilities”.The letter added: “Due to years of misrepresentation in the media, social barriers, and chronic ableism, the deaf, hard of hearing, neurodiverse and disabled communities continue to be underrepresented and disrespected in the entertainment industry.”The letter and the #DontDismissDis campaign was organised by agent Keely Cat-Wells, who claims she lost a job

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior CorrespondentAs Hollywood continues its ongoing fight for increased diversity and representation across the industry, disability is rarely included.Entrepreneur and disability activist Keely Cat-Wells is teaming up with major Hollywood figures to urge movie studios to hire a permanent disability officer.

Easterseals Southern California has teamed once again with IMDbPro for the latest phase of their ongoing work to support and create visibility and opportunities for entertainment professionals in the disability community.

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Gearbox Software CEO Randy Pitchford has confirmed that the plot of the upcoming Borderlands film will not be exactly as the same as the beloved video game franchise.Pitchford took to Twitter on April 6 to share a brief statement following the release of the film’s official plot. “To the interested: The Borderlands Cinematic Universe is not identical to the Borderlands Videogame Universe,” he said.“We are authentic to characters, tone and style, but allow for independent storylines.

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disabled son. Little Jack McKenna was born 33 weeks early with a brain bleed and now has cerebral palsy and epilepsy.

Former Duke and Duchess of Sussex--Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's first project with streaming giant Netflix will focus on one of the royals' most passionate causes. The Invictus Games, the Paralympics-style competition for wounded service personnel and veterans founded by Harry in 2014, announced Tuesday via People magazine that the couple's Archewell Productions are creating a docuseries for Netflix on the event.

operates in opposition-controlled areas of Syria and Turkey.Dominic Reid, CEO of the Invictus Games Foundation, added that the organization is eager to “shine the global spotlight of Netflix” on the inspiring competitors, while also raising awareness of their charity work and fundraising needs. “We are extremely grateful to our Founding Patron for his continued efforts to support the military community, and for making this partnership happen,” said Reid.

Elaine Low Senior TV WriterPrince Harry’s next on-screen appearance will look rather different from his last. While he was most recently on CBS alongside Meghan Markle in a revealing interview with Oprah, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are now focusing their efforts on their first project with Netflix through Archewell Productions since signing a deal with the streaming service last fall.

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Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) has announced the three games that will be available through the PlayStation Now service in April.The three games were announced via the official PlayStation blog. Starting from today, April 6, players can get their hands on Marvel’s Avengers, Borderlands 3 and The Long Dark.Marvel’s Avengers will be available until July 5.