Hallmark Media Layoffs: Company Cuts Executive Jobs To “Strengthen Our Focus”

In an under-the-radar move that will delight many in Hollywood, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences has added a new category to the Academy Awards. Beginning with the 98th Oscars in 2026, an achievement in Casting Oscar will be handed out for the first time.

has a new movie to promote—Madame Web, in case you haven't heard—which means we all get blessed with even more of her street style. Lucky us!And per usual, she is delivering, from her spidery ensemble at the Vogue Brazil Ball to her latest ’fit while strolling around NYC.The 34-year-old layered a leather jacket over a sheer knit turtleneck dress and black pumps.

So when is “Euphoria” Season 3 hitting HBO? The network confirmed last November it won’t be until 2025, so in the meantime, fans will need to see their favorite young actors from the show star in other things. Zendaya has a couple of things coming out this calendar year: “Dune: Part Two” and “Challengers,” maybe you’ve heard of them.

When Kate Winslet works with HBO on a limited series, magic happens. Don’t believe us? Look at the actress’ last two series for the network and all the awards and critical acclaim they pulled in.

Well, Dakota Johnson is certainly making her voice heard on her “Madame Web” press tour. The latest from the actress? Variety reports that Johnson sounded off about the current Hollywood climate in a new interview with L’Officiel, diagnosing the industry as “really f*cking bleak” and rife with streaming platforms run by people “afraid” to take creative risks.

It looks like Joel Edgerton has another drama in the vein of “The Boys In The Boat” and “Thirteen Lives” up next. The actor will co-star with Felicity Jones in “Train Dreams,” Black Bear‘s adaptation of Denis Johnson‘s 2011 novella.

Grossing $858.8 million worldwide and finishing its theatrical run as the seventh-highest-grossing film of 2015, Pixar’s “Inside Out” was a smash sensation for the company, with glowing reviews from audiences and critics. While there was a time when Pixar insisted it would not just churn out sequel after sequel for many of its properties and perhaps not make any at all for certain properties, the allure of doing “Inside Out 2” proved too tempting for the studio.

One of the 2023 Cannes Film Festival‘s buzziest films finally gets its US theatrical release next month. That’s right, Thomas Cailley‘s “The Animal Kingdom” hits theaters and video on demand in March and also serves as the opening night film of “Rendezvous With French Cinema” in NYC on February 29.

. To be in a movie at Sundance is a major achievement; to then win a jury award is the cherry on top. But for Parker, it was also an important life lesson.The 19-year-old wasn’t able to accept the award in person (although she did record a video message) or celebrate with her costars and director.

and Patrick MahomesAhead of Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday, where the Chiefs quarterback will play the San Francisco 49ers for the NFL title, his wife has a new title as well: Sports Illustrated swimsuit rookie.The magazine announced on Thursday that Brittany Mahomes will appear in its 60th anniversary swimsuit issue, calling her “the epitome of a modern-day powerhouse.”This content can also be viewed on the site it from.The Mahomes images—in which she's clad in several swimsuits, including a tiny red bikini and a strappy, sexy one-piece by Mugler in Chiefs red (naturally)—were shot on a beach in San Pedro Ambergris Caye, Belize, the magazine “Brittany Mahomes is your newest 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit rookie! Owner of the Kansas City Current NWSL team, former pro athlete, wife and mother, Brittany emerges as the epitome of a modern-day powerhouse,” . “Founder of the world’s first ever dedicated stadium for women’s sports, Brittany’s journey has surpassed all expectations, inspiring others with her tenacity and unyielding determination.

The Oscars remain about a month away, but all eyes are on the final showdown between “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer.” Which movie of the “Barbenheimer” crazy will win the most awards at the ceremony?  Christopher Nolan‘s film leads Greta Gerwig‘s with 13 nominations against 8, but more crucial questions prevail: like, will Ryan Gosling perform “I’m Just Ken” live on the telecast? Continue reading ‘Barbie’: Ryan Gosling Initially Turned Down Ken Role Due To Scheduling Conflicts, But Greta Gerwig & Margot Wouldn’t Let Him Say No at The Playlist.

Bridgerton. But, apparently, that's not the case.Speaking to , the 28-year-old described the the instant fame she got when the show premiered in 2020 as incredibly fulfilling after years of working hard for her big break.“I’m still just coming down from it,” she told the newspaper. "Shooting season one of Bridgerton was probably the happiest I’ve ever been in my life.”And while since the Netflix series, like last year's psychological thriller film Fair Play, Dynevor said she's been a bit disappointed by the material she's been offered since her star turn.

by casually hailing a cab in SoHo, clad in a chic barley-hued cashmere bra and cardigan set from Khaite.Paired with straight-leg jeans and sleek black open-toe sandals, her ensemble marked a significant shift in fashion. Now Holmes makes another bra-first statement, this time courtesy of a prestigious Parisian fashion house.At a dinner to celebrate its Fifth Avenue watches and fine jewelry flagship, Holmes wore, well, head-to-toe Chanel.

Last night, The Walt Disney Company reported its first quarter earnings of 2024 on Wednesday, and Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger dropped many bombs and surprise announcements. “Moana 2” is coming later this year, “Toy Story 5” and “Frozen 3” are coming in 2026, Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” concert doc is coming to Disney+ in March, and so much more.

Donald Glover has another TV shit on his hands with Prime Video‘s “Mr. & Mrs.

If you were to look over Hoyte van Hoytema‘s resume you would probably think he already has an Oscar statue somewhere hidden in his home. Surprisingly, despite collaborations with Spike Jonze, Same Mendes, and Jordan Peele, among others, that isn’t the case.

Will Aaron Taylor-Johnson be the next James Bond? As speculation on that casting continues, the “Kraven The Hunter” actor has a new upcoming picture: “Fuze,” which sees him reunite with director David Mackenzie. READ MORE: The 100 Most Anticipated Films Of 2024 But “Fuze” isn’t a medieval period piece like 2018’s “Outlaw King.” Instead, Mackenzie will direct Taylor-Johnson in a contemporary heist thriller set in London.

It’s fascinating to watch certain eras of TV and filmmaking arrive when those eras are essentially over. And by that, I mean you’ll remember during the pandemic, to keep investors happy and to show them, “Don’t worry, no theaters won’t stop us from releasing content,” every studio under the sun greenlit a ton of spin-offs of their biggest brands.

One Day with “cowabunga” still tattooed on his neck.The 27-year-old Londoner first gained notoriety (and a girlfriend) for playing the half-hot-half-terrifying Essex scammer on the second season of . While Jack's most romantic gesture involved not murdering everyone's favorite harried , Woodall steps up his heartthrob game for the upcoming Netflix adaptation of David Nicholls’ best-selling romance, One Day.Each chapter of the decades-spanning love story checks in on aimless posh boy Dexter Mayhew (Woodall) and disillusioned go-getter Emma Morley (Ambika Mod) on the same day from 1988 to 2007.

The Walt Disney Company reported its first quarter earnings of 2024 on Wednesday, and Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger made several surprise announcements. For one, as you probably already read, a surprise “Moana 2” is not only coming, it’s nearly ready, and dated for November 2024.

Well, this one comes out of nowhere. A $682.6 million global box office winner that has surely grossed just as much as that in toys, games, merchandise, and ancillary products if not more, today Disney’s Bob Iger made the surprise announcement of a sequel to the animated hit “Moana.” And here’s more of a shocker: it’s basically done and ready to come out this year in November.