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As the first event to honor independent film exclusively, the Film Independent Spirit Awards has made a name for itself as the premier awards event for the independent film community. It's a celebration of the spirited pioneers who bring a unique vision to filmmaking. Currently in its 26th year, the show is as original as the films and filmmakers it honors.

The Spirit Awards will air on IFC on Saturday, February 23rd at 10/9c.

Starz to Premiere 10-Part Unscripted Series THE CHAIR This Fall
by Caryn Robbins - April 10, 2014

Starz announced today its first original unscripted series, 'The Chair,' created by Chris Moore, the Executive Producer of Oscar(R)-winning Good Will Hunting and Emmy(R)-nominated 'Project Greenlight.'...


Sarah Paulson, Garret Dillahunt, Elizabeth Reaser and More to Star in Bay Street Theatre's CONVICTION World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2014

Bay Street Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the World Premiere of CONVICTION (May 27-June 15) by Carey Crim and directed by Scott Schwartz, Bay Street's new Artistic Director. The production is co-produced by Bay Street Theatre, Rubicon Theatre in California, Dead Posh Produ...


Alex Breaux and Madeline Weinstein Join Roundabout's THE REAL THING
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2014

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced additional casting for The Real Thing, starring Ewan McGregor as 'Henry,' Maggie Gyllenhaal as 'Annie,' Cynthia Nixon as 'Charlotte' and Josh Hamilton as 'Max.' Tom Stoppard's Tony Award-winning play The Real Thing, directed by Sam Gold begins preview perform...


VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for LAND HO!
by Caryn Robbins - May 22, 2014

Sony Pictures Classics will release LAND HO! on JULY 11TH. The film, by Martha Stephens and Aaron Katz, stars Paul Eenhoorn and Earl Lynn Nelson. Check out the trailer below!...


Benaroya Pictures Picks Up 'Slingshot'; Promotes Ben Sachs to President
by Caryn Robbins - January 10, 2014

Benaroya Pictures has promoted Ben Sachs from Senior Vice President to President....


Martin Scorsese & Benicio Del Toro Developing CORTES Drama with HBO
by Tyler Peterson - November 18, 2014

According to Deadline, Martin Scorsese and Benicio Del Toro are currently at work on developing a high-profile drama with HBO, titled CORTES....


2014 Visionary Speaker Darren Aronofsky to Appear at The New Museum, 9/30
by Movies News Desk - August 20, 2014

The New Museum is pleased to announce that Academy Award-nominated director Darren Aronofsky will be featured as this year's Visionary speaker. Aronofsky (b. 1969, Brooklyn) is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. Now in its sixth season, the annual Stuart Regen Visionaries Series ...


Luke Wilson And Imogen Poots to Star in Showtime Comedy Pilot ROADIES
by Caryn Robbins - December 08, 2014

Actors Luke Wilson (Old School, The Royal Tenenbaums) and Imogen Poots (The Look of Love) are set to star in the new SHOWTIME one-hour comedy pilot ROADIES...


VIDEO: Kristen Bell, Fred Armisen, and More Spoof BIRDMAN at Independent Spirit Awards
by Sally Henry Fuller - February 22, 2015

Last night, the Independent Spirit Awards ceremony took place in LA, and Kristen Bell and Fred Armisen had a little surprise for viewers: a parody on the award-winning film BIRDMAN. Check out the clip below!...


Showtime to Premiere Oscar Nominated BOYHOOD & More
by Caryn Robbins - April 23, 2015

Today, Showtime Networks Inc. and IFC Films announced a new exclusive theatrical output agreement that extends the companies' existing deal to cover films theatrically distributed by IFC Films through 2021....


Adam Scott to Join Johnny Depp in Whitey Bulger Drama BLACK MASS
by Tyler Peterson - May 21, 2014

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Adam Scott has signed on to join Warner Bros.' upcoming Whitey Bulger drama BLACK MASS. Johnny Depp, Dakota Johnson, Juno Temple, and Jesse Plemons also star, with Scott Cooper directing....


Steve McQueen to Receive Palm Springs 'Director of the Year' Award
by Caryn Robbins - November 21, 2013

The 25th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) will present Steve McQueen with the Director of the Year Award for 12 Years a Slave at its annual Awards Gala....


HBO Developing Romantic Drama Starring Patricia Clarkson
by Tyler Peterson - September 03, 2014

The untitled project will reunite Clarkson with Ruba Nadda and Alan Poul, with Nadda directing and writing the pilot. Nadda and Poul will also executive produce with Clarkson....


BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN Author Regrets Writing the Book, Calls it a 'Hassle'
by Sally Henry Fuller - December 28, 2014

Despite the huge success of the film adaptation of her book, BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, author Ang Lee says she regrets the whole thing....


Garfunkel & Oates to Play The Neptune Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2013

Garfunkel & Oates will appear tonight, November 1, 2013 at 9PM at The Neptune....


'12 Years a Slave' Helmer Steve McQueen to Explore the Black Experience in New BBC Drama
by Caryn Robbins - January 10, 2014

'12 Years a Slave' helmer Steve McQueen will develop a drama series for the BBC which will take a look at the black experience in Britain....


Lee Daniels to Direct DEMON HOUSE for Relativity
by Tyler Peterson - November 12, 2014

According to Deadline, Oscar nominee Lee Daniels has signed on to direct Relativity's upcoming possession thriller DEMON HOUSE....


HBO to Debut New Comedy Series TOGETHERNESS, 1/11
by Caryn Robbins - December 04, 2014

Created by Jay Duplass & Mark Duplass & Steve Zissis, TOGETHERNESS is the TV debut as a writing team of brothers Jay Duplass and Mark Duplass....


Sarah Paulson & Fran Weissler to be Honored at MCC Theater's 2015 MISCAST Gala
by Tyler Peterson - October 06, 2014

MCC THEATER has announced that this year's Miscast gala, an annual highlight of the New York theater season, will honor two bold and fearless women: Emmy & Golden Globe nominated stage and screen actress Sarah Paulson and Tony Award-winning producer Fran Weissler. Miscast 2015 will be held Monday, M...


2014 Visionary Speaker Darren Aronofsky to Appear at The New Museum, 9/30
by Movies News Desk - August 20, 2014

The New Museum is pleased to announce that Academy Award-nominated director Darren Aronofsky will be featured as this year's Visionary speaker. Aronofsky (b. 1969, Brooklyn) is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. Now in its sixth season, the annual Stuart Regen Visionaries Series ...


Willkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome! Meet the Full Cast of Roundabout's CABARET, Beginning Tomorrow on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - March 20, 2014

Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb's Tony winning musical Cabaret, starring Tony Award-winner Alan Cumming and Golden Globe-winner Michelle Williams, begins previews tomorrow, Friday March 21. Cabaret officially opens on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Stu...


Oprah Winfrey, Ethan Hawke and More to Present at 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards
by Movies News Desk - February 02, 2015

According to People, Oprah Winfrey, Kristen Wiig, Zach Galifianakis, Ethan Hawke (among the nominees this year) and previous winner Jared Leto are among the presenters for the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards, to be held on Saturday, February 21, 2015 in Santa Monica. The ceremony will air on IFC...


Benicio del Toro to Receive San Sebastian Festival's Donostia Award
by Caryn Robbins - September 02, 2014

Benicio del Toro to receive the Donostia Award at the 62nd edition of the San Sebastian Festival. The actor will play the leading part in 'Escobar: Paradise Lost', closing film of the Pearls section 09-02-2014...


Ava DuVernay, Richard Linklater & More Set for 14th Annual Film Independent Directors Close-up
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2015

Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, the Los Angeles Film Festival and Film Independent at LACMA, announced the guest speakers and program for the 14 th annual Film Independent Directors Close-Up series...


Anjelica Huston Receives 2014 Common Wealth Award for Dramatic Arts Today
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2014

Three renowned achievers will be honored for their lifetime accomplishments with the 35th Annual Common Wealth Awards of Distinguished Service. The awards recognize individuals who have enriched modern culture through their professional and personal endeavors....






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