David Byrne Breaks Down <em>How Music Works</em> in New Book
David Byrne's impressive output over the past four decades reaches far beyond his work as a musician, most famously in Talking Heads and in numerous solo albums and collaborations. He is also a deep thinker on topics ranging from cities to bicycle advocacy to urban studies to art, neuroscience, architecture, and politics. But in his new book How Music Works he tackles the music industry head-on -- using examples from his own career in the industry.
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Comic Book Legend Stan Lee Gets a Pacemaker, Keeps Sense of Humor
Comic Book Legend Stan Lee Gets a Pacemaker, Keeps Sense of Humor
Stan Lee is beloved for his long-running career in the comic book biz, and though the 89-year-old has some health issues, as he recovers from having a pacemaker installed, Lee proves the years have done nothing to dampen his creativity or sense of humor.
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Stan Lee is beloved for his long-running career in the comic book biz, and though the 89-year-old has some health issues, as he recovers from having a pacemaker installed, Lee proves the years have done nothing to dampen his creativity or sense of humor.
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Friday, September 28, 2012
Tim Burton’s regeneration of ‘Frankenweenie’ is a personal tale
Looking down on the miniature artifacts represented in the “Art of Frankenweenie” exhibit — replicas of record players, plastic Christmas decorations and resin grapes scattered among the sketches and models — Burton made sure to note that the movie geek references were just window-dressing for a very personal story about processing grief and coping with loss.
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Avengers Assemble!
Avengers Assemble!
It was to be “a golden future.” After frustrating years watching its four-color superhero properties sputter in Hollywood—while rival DC drove its own superhero franchise to even greater prominence—Marvel Comics resolved to put its destiny in its own hands at last. “Total creative control of our celebrated roster of comic book characters”—that’s how a company newsletter announced the launching of Marvel Productions, its new studio. “We are looking forward to taking the reins for the development of our own properties as well as sharing our expertise with other suppliers.”
It was to be “a golden future.” After frustrating years watching its four-color superhero properties sputter in Hollywood—while rival DC drove its own superhero franchise to even greater prominence—Marvel Comics resolved to put its destiny in its own hands at last. “Total creative control of our celebrated roster of comic book characters”—that’s how a company newsletter announced the launching of Marvel Productions, its new studio. “We are looking forward to taking the reins for the development of our own properties as well as sharing our expertise with other suppliers.”
Hollywood Post Alliance to Honor Ray Dolby
The pioneering inventor and engineer will be recognized with the Charles S. Swartz Award at the HPA Awards on Nov 1.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
The Odd Hollywood History Behind Ben Affleck's 'Argo'
The Odd Hollywood History Behind Ben Affleck's 'Argo'
A kooky sci-fi script, the CIA and ads in The Hollywood Reporter: the real story behind the film is too strange to have been invented.
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A kooky sci-fi script, the CIA and ads in The Hollywood Reporter: the real story behind the film is too strange to have been invented.
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Singer Andy Williams dies
Singer Andy Williams dies
TV host and legendary crooner behind ''Moon River'' died in his home in Branson, Mo. at the age of 84
TV host and legendary crooner behind ''Moon River'' died in his home in Branson, Mo. at the age of 84
Monday, September 24, 2012
Emmy Winners 2012: The Complete List
Emmy Winners and Nominees 2012: The Complete List
"Modern Family," Louis C.K., Claire Danes and "Game Change" were among the honorees at the 64th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
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"Modern Family," Louis C.K., Claire Danes and "Game Change" were among the honorees at the 64th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
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Friday, September 21, 2012
Independent Cinema Owner Tackles Tough Industry Questions
The owner of a two-screen theater in Fremont, Michigan, speaks about going digital, price gouging and teen romance.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
9 Awkward Hollywood Cameos by Tech Founders
9 Awkward Hollywood Cameos by Tech Founders
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Make Your Movies Pay With Vimeo's New 'Tip Jar'
Make Your Movies Pay With Vimeo's New 'Tip Jar'
Video-sharing website Vimeo has added two new ways to make money off your movies: a "tip jar" for fans to chip in a few bucks and a more serious pay-per-view option coming later this year.
Video-sharing website Vimeo has added two new ways to make money off your movies: a "tip jar" for fans to chip in a few bucks and a more serious pay-per-view option coming later this year.
Former 'SNL' Star to Write 'Looney Tunes' Reboot Film (Exclusive)
Former 'SNL' Star to Write 'Looney Tunes' Reboot Film
The film will be produced by "Harry Potter" producer David Heyman, along with David Katzenberg and "Dark Shadows" scribe Seth Grahame-Smith.
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The film will be produced by "Harry Potter" producer David Heyman, along with David Katzenberg and "Dark Shadows" scribe Seth Grahame-Smith.
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Four Big Trends of TV Development Season
Four Big Trends of TV Development Season
From "Homeland" copycats to Big Name Reboots, what's on deck as the season picks up.
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From "Homeland" copycats to Big Name Reboots, what's on deck as the season picks up.
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15 biggest animated scene-stealers
15 biggest animated scene-stealers
Spotlight on Timon and Pumba, the Minions, and more all-star side players who add zip to our favorite 'toons
Spotlight on Timon and Pumba, the Minions, and more all-star side players who add zip to our favorite 'toons
Friday, September 14, 2012
Humans Are What's for Dinner When Hollywood Needs a Shock
Humans Are What's for Dinner When Hollywood Needs a Shock
The Soylent Corporation processed human flesh into wafers. The psychos in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre turned their victims into sausage. But people provide the mystery meat in more than just sci-fi and horror movies. They've also been unwittingly consumed in adaptations of Broadway musicals and feel-good tales of female empowerment. How do all the meals compare?
The Soylent Corporation processed human flesh into wafers. The psychos in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre turned their victims into sausage. But people provide the mystery meat in more than just sci-fi and horror movies. They've also been unwittingly consumed in adaptations of Broadway musicals and feel-good tales of female empowerment. How do all the meals compare?
In 1992, Bill Plympton made history by drawing an entire film on his own
Film: Rescued From Semi-Obscurity: In 1992, Bill Plympton made history by drawing an entire film on his own
Sometimes largely forgotten pieces of pop culture need to be dusted off and given a fresh look. Rescued From Semi-Obscurity does just that.
These days, independent creators have plenty of unlikely side roads to mainstream success. Like animator James Curran, who created his own animated opening-credits sequence for Steven Spielberg’s The Adventures Of Tintin, released it to the web, watched it go viral, and ended up with a job offer from Spielberg himself. Or E.L. James, who wrote a series of erotic Twilight fan-fiction pieces, then turned them into novels and self-published them as the 50 Shades Of Grey series, which sold so well as e-books that the brick-and-mortar publishing houses came sniffing around and put them into print.
But back in 1992, there were fewer opportunities for a wholly independent creator to get national attention. That never stopped DIY animation pioneer Bill Plympton, who in 1992 released ...
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Sometimes largely forgotten pieces of pop culture need to be dusted off and given a fresh look. Rescued From Semi-Obscurity does just that.
These days, independent creators have plenty of unlikely side roads to mainstream success. Like animator James Curran, who created his own animated opening-credits sequence for Steven Spielberg’s The Adventures Of Tintin, released it to the web, watched it go viral, and ended up with a job offer from Spielberg himself. Or E.L. James, who wrote a series of erotic Twilight fan-fiction pieces, then turned them into novels and self-published them as the 50 Shades Of Grey series, which sold so well as e-books that the brick-and-mortar publishing houses came sniffing around and put them into print.
But back in 1992, there were fewer opportunities for a wholly independent creator to get national attention. That never stopped DIY animation pioneer Bill Plympton, who in 1992 released ...
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Hollywood Walk of Fame Gets Its $4 Million-Plus Facelift
Hollywood Walk of Fame Gets Its $4 Million-Plus Facelift
In typical Hollywood fashion, the star-studded Walk of Fame is getting a three-phase facelift, one that is expected to be two-thirds finished by the year's end.
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In typical Hollywood fashion, the star-studded Walk of Fame is getting a three-phase facelift, one that is expected to be two-thirds finished by the year's end.
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Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Joss Whedon's 'Much Ado About Nothing' Sells to Lionsgate
Toronto 2012: Joss Whedon's 'Much Ado About Nothing' Sells to Lionsgate, Roadside
The black-and-white film was shot in Whedon's home with friends acting out the famous Shakespearean play.
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The black-and-white film was shot in Whedon's home with friends acting out the famous Shakespearean play.
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'Saturday Night Live' Adds Three to Cast for 38th Season
'Saturday Night Live' Adds Three to Cast for 38th Season
The venerable sketch series made official the addition of three Second City alumni.
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The venerable sketch series made official the addition of three Second City alumni.
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NBC Confirms Jay Leno's 50 Percent 'Tonight Show' Pay Cut
NBC Confirms Jay Leno's 50 Percent 'Tonight Show' Pay Cut
UPDATED: Also included in a revealing Wall Street Journal story is the fact that Leno has extended his contract to September 2014.
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UPDATED: Also included in a revealing Wall Street Journal story is the fact that Leno has extended his contract to September 2014.
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Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Cable's Walls Are Coming Down
Cable's Walls Are Coming Down
There are so many mixed signals around cord cutting. While the industry is losing some customers, powerful motivations are in place for most people to remain. But here's why it's ultimately inevitable.
There are so many mixed signals around cord cutting. While the industry is losing some customers, powerful motivations are in place for most people to remain. But here's why it's ultimately inevitable.
Monday, September 3, 2012
Michael Clarke Duncan dies at 54
Michael Clarke Duncan dies at 54
Actor was nominated for an Academy Award for his role in ''Green Mile''; he had suffered a heart attack in July
Actor was nominated for an Academy Award for his role in ''Green Mile''; he had suffered a heart attack in July
Observation Deck: The Shaky Science of Sci-Fi Booze
Observation Deck: The Shaky Science of Sci-Fi Booze
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Oscars guarantee five original songs
Oscars guarantee five original songs
Award Central:
Acad rules change ensures full slate of nominees
Award Central:
Acad rules change ensures full slate of nominees
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