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EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Ramos has joined the cast of Kathryn Bigelow‘s next film at Netflix. The untitled thriller also stars Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Jared Harris, Greta Lee, Tracy Letts, Moses Ingram and Gabriel Basso. Bigelow will direct.

Ridley Scott’s American Gangster.The biographical crime film is loosely based on the criminal activity of Frank Lucas, who smuggled heroin into the US on American service planes returning from the Vietnam war.Other cast members include Russell Crowe, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Josh Brolin, Ruby Dee, Idris Elba, Cuba Gooding Jr., Ted Levine, and Lymari Nadal.The film was released in 2007, and went onto land two Oscar nominations for Best Art Direction and Best Supporting Actress for Ruby Dee.After obtaining a warrant, Richie Roberts (Russell Crowe) and his detectives lead a raid on Frank’s (Denzel Washington) heroin facility, which results in the death of Frank’s nephew Stevie Lucas (Tip Harris). Frank is arrested during the raid alongside his brothers.During Frank’s trial, Roberts offers him an opportunity to lessen his sentence by exposing corrupt police officers.

Ridley Scott’s American Gangster.The biographical crime film is loosely based on the criminal activity of Frank Lucas, who smuggled heroin into the US on American service planes returning from the Vietnam war.Other cast members include Russell Crowe, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Josh Brolin, Ruby Dee, Idris Elba, Cuba Gooding Jr., Ted Levine, and Lymari Nadal.The film was released in 2007, and went onto land two Oscar nominations for Best Art Direction and Best Supporting Actress for Ruby Dee.The film’s soundtrack is by Marc Streitenfeld, who has also collaborated with Ridley Scott on Body Of Lies, Prometheus, and 2010’s Robin Hood.You can stream the full score below.A wealth of songs by blues and soul musicians also feature on the soundtrack, ranging from Bobby Womack to John Lee Hooker.

EXCLUSIVE: Newcomer Malachi Beasley and 1923‘s Aminah Nieves have landed supporting roles in Kathryn Bigelow‘s still-untitled thriller for Netflix, sources tell Deadline.

Hiroyuki Sanada took home the Emmy for best actor in a drama series for the FX series “Shogun” on Sunday evening, expressing thanks to his team and fellow cast and crew members during his acceptance speech. “Thank you so much. Oh, my goodness.

76th Emmy Awards are finally here – check out the full list of winners below.The 76th Emmys took place on September 15 in the United States (September 16 in the UK) – it technically marks the second round of the Emmys to take place this year; the 2023 Emmys took place in January this year, after a postponement due to the Hollywood strikes.For this year’s Emmys (76th edition), FX’s Shōgun leads the way with the most nods. The Bear (with 23 nominations), Only Murders In The Building (21), True Detective: Night Country (19) and The Crown (18) round out the top five nominees, behind Shōgun’s impressive 25.The 2023 Emmys took place in January this year, after a postponement due to the Hollywood strikes.

76th Primetime Emmy Awards are almost here, and TV’s hottest stars will be under one roof to celebrate their work on the small screen. As celebrities flock to the red carpet, many Emmy winners have already been announced. The show airs on today (Sunday, September 15) at 8 p.m.

EXCLUSIVE: David Oyelowo says he wants to use his star power to make more films in Africa and help boost the continent’s movie-making prowess. But he assures “there’s not going to be a cultural colonialism” insisting that the move has got to “benefit people on the ground.”

K.J. Yossman “Hijack” creator George Kay is set to form his own label as part of an exclusive partnership deal with New Pictures and All3Media.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is coming!

Keanu Reeves has made his debut as Shadow in the first trailer for Sonic The Hedgehog 3.The clip, which you can view below, gives fans a first look at Sonic’s new nemesis in the trilogy, voiced by Reeves.In the game series, Shadow is an anthropomorphic hedgehog with black fur, and is somewhat of an antagonist.In the trailer, Reeves’ character proves more than match for Sonic, Tails and Knuckles leading the trio to turn to Dr Robotnik for help.Reeves’ inclusion in the movie was first announced back in April.The John Wick star joins a star-studded cast, with the previous films featuring Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Jim Carrey, James Marsden and Idris Elba among others.The upcoming film, scheduled for a US release on December 20, 2024 and the following day in the UK (December 21) will see many of the cast reprising their roles from the previous films. The third film draws inspiration from the early ’00s video games, Sonic Adventure 2 and Shadow The Hedgehog.The franchise has proved commercially successful so far, with the combined global box office for the first two films pulling in $725.2million (£547.8million).In a three-star review of the second movie, NME wrote: “Schwartz was born to voice Sonic.

At Home with the Furys producer Demi Doyle is opening a Banijay-backed label under the Workerbee umbrella.

Alex Ritman Fresh from its hugely impressive haul of nine Emmy nominations for hit Apple TV+ show “Slow Horses,” powerhouse producers See-Saw Films has unveiled a slate of new literary options also being developed for TV. The British/Australian company, which in recent years has demonstrated its ability to amass acclaim, awards and audiences on the big screen (“The King’s Speech,” “The Power of the Dog,” “One Life”) and small (alongside “Slow Horses,” it also produces Netflix hit “Heartstopper”), has landed the rights to three pieces of IP, including one that has already proved a hit on stage.

There's no doubt about it, Maya Jama is at the top of her game - she's been the presenter of hit ITV show Love Island for over two years, hosted Simon Cowell's new TV talent show Walk The Line, and has more than 3.2 million Instagram followers who hang on her every update. But what could be next for the stunning TV sensation? Well, if the already hugely successful 30 year old has anything to say about it, she could be dreaming big and heading to America. A source exclusively told OK!: "Maya is focusing on herself and her career just now - and it's paying off.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor What do Robert Downey Jr., Idris Elba, Lily Gladstone and Maya Rudolph have in common? These four stars are not only nominees at this year’s Primetime Emmy Awards but are also the sole representatives of their respective series: Downey (supporting actor in a limited series for “The Sympathizer”), Elba (lead drama actor for “Hijack”), Gladstone (supporting actress in a limited series for “Under the Bridge”) and Rudolph (lead comedy actress for “Loot”). While each of these talented actors has a shot at winning, history shows that it’s rare for someone to take home an Emmy when their show has no other nominations.

Naman Ramachandran Idris Elba, Maya Jama and Little Simz have signed on as producers for the London West End transfer of Bush Theatre’s production “Shifters.” The trio joins Eleanor Lloyd Productions, Chuchu Nwagu Productions, and Sonia Friedman Productions to bring Benedict Lombe‘s romance to London’s Duke of York’s Theatre from West London’s Bush Theatre. Written by Lombe (“Lava,” Susan Smith Blackburn Prize winner) and directed by Evening Standard Theatre Award-winner Lynette Linton (“Blues for an Alabama Sky,” “August in England”), the play will run for a limited nine-week engagement, Aug. 12 – Oct.

ITV plane thriller Red Eye starring Jing Lusi and Richard Armitage has now sold to 120 territories, seller Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has said.

EXCLUSIVE: Tracy Letts and Moses Ingram have joined the ensemble cast of Kathryn Bigelow‘s next film at Netflix. The untitled thriller also stars Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Jared Harris, Greta Lee and Gabriel Basso. Bigelow will direct.

Outside Lands Music Festival returns to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park for three days of rock, Hip-Hop, R&B, country, EDM and pop.Can’t miss headliners on the genre-hopping bill include song of the summer contender Sabrina Carpenter, current “it girl” Chappell Roan, indie rock vets The Killers, newly cemented country star Post Malone and Reneé Rapp aka the modern Regina George.They’ll be joined by Sturgill Simpson, Kaytranada, The Postal Service, Teddy Swims and Killer Mike.Plus, word on the street is that Idris Elba — who you might know as Stringer Bell from “The Wire” — is turning in a DJ set as well.In total, over 130 (!) acts are set to rock and or roll over the long, three-day San Fran weekend.And, if you want to be there, it isn’t too late to scoop up last-minute tickets to the park.At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on three-day general admission passes was $450 after fees on Vivid Seats.Single-day passes start at $240 after fees.For more information, we have everything you need to know and more about the 2024 Outside Lands Festival below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete listing of all Outside Lands single and multi-day passes can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn’t noted, will include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

Idris Elba has been allocated some land in Zanzibar to launch a film studio.

Emily Longeretta The second Emmys of 2024 is sure to set records. With multiple first-time nominees, groundbreaking recognition for Indigenous performers and an actual good mix of shows, the nominations cast a wide net. Below, Variety breaks down the contenders in most of the main categories.