AFI Celebrates The Commencement Of The AFI Conservatory Class Of 2023
Today, the American Film Institute (AFI) celebrated the commencement of the AFI Conservatory Class of 2023 at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The event was a culmination of two years of intense study at AFI's MFA program, ranked one of the top film schools in the nation.
VIDEO: Elizabeth Olsen Stars in LOVE & DEATH Series Trailer For HBO Max
This riveting drama, written by David E. Kelley and directed by Lesli Linka Glatter, tells the true story of Candy and Pat Montgomery and Betty and Allan Gore. The cast includes Elizabeth Olsen, Jesse Plemons, Lily Rabe, Patrick Fugit, Krysten Ritter, Tom Pelphrey, Keir Gilchrist and Elizabeth Marvel. Watch the new video trailer now!
Michelle Yeoh And Lawrence Herbert To Receive Honorary Degrees At AFI Conservatory Commencement
The American Film Institute announced today it will confer a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon Michelle Yeoh, who will become the first Asian artist to receive the AFI honor; and a Doctorate of Communication Arts degree honoris causa upon AFI Trustee Emeritus Lawrence Herbert for his commitment to the mission of the American Film Institute.
Production Starts on DAUGHTER OF THE BRIDE Starring Marcia Gay Harden
The film also stars Halston Sage (“Paper Towns,” “Neighbors,” “Before I Fall,” “X-Men: Dark Phoenix,” “The Last Summer”), Andrew Richardson (“The Independent,” “Killer Among Us,” “A Call to Spy”) and Emmy Award nominee Aidan Quinn (“Practical Magic,” “Legends of the Fall,” “Elementary,” “Law& Order: SVU,” “The American Guest”).
The Actors Fund Changes Identity to the Entertainment Community Fund
The Actors Fund, the 140-year-old national human services organization for everyone in performing arts and entertainment, announced at its Annual Gala yesterday that, effective immediately, they have changed their name to Entertainment Community Fund, in order to better reflect the broad scope of industry professionals they help.
Disney Television Studios to Rebrand Its Three Studios
Nearly 18 months following the 21st Century Fox acquisition which led to the formation of Disney Television Studios, its three studios are undergoing a significant rebrand, it was announced today by Disney Television Studios President Craig Hunegs
Sundance Institute Announces 2020 Directors & Screenwriters Lab Fellows
11 independent filmmakers developing 10 projects have been selected for the 2020 Sundance Institute Directors and Screenwriters Labs, reimagined and expressed digitally this year on Sundance Co//ab. These Labs are at the heart of the nonprofit Institute's long-standing support for artists, and will connect curated selections of Fellows with Creative Advisors and Industry mentors across multiple disciplines.
Cady McClain's Award-Winning Documentary SEEING IS BELIEVING: WOMEN DIRECT Gets Distribution Deal
Cady McClain has just signed a nonexclusive distribution deal with Collective Eye for her award-winning documentary Seeing is Believing: Women Direct. The film chronicles the challenges and triumphs of women directors, emphasizing the opportunity for women to use their voice through media to change the social and political landscape and achieve full equality in a male dominated business.
VIDEO: Showtime Releases Trailer for Final Season of HOMELAND
SHOWTIME has released a new trailer for the final season of its Emmy® and Golden Globe® winning hit drama HOMELAND, premiering on Sunday, February 9 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Starring Emmy, Screen Actors Guild® and Golden Globe winner Claire Danes and Emmy and Tony® winner Mandy Patinkin, HOMELAND is the network's No. 1 drama series and one of the most acclaimed dramas on television.
VIDEO: Showtime Releases Trailer for Final Season of HOMELAND
SHOWTIME has released the official trailer and poster for the final season of its Emmy® and Golden Globe® winning hit drama HOMELAND premiering on Sunday, February 9 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Starring Emmy, Screen Actors Guild® and Golden Globe winner Claire Danes and Emmy and Tony® winner Mandy Patinkin, HOMELAND is the network's No. 1 drama series and one of the most acclaimed dramas on television.
FOSSE/VERDON, FLEABAG Among AFI Awards Honorees
The American Film Institute (AFI) announced today the recipients of AFI AWARDS 2019. Unique in its celebration of the film and television arts' collaborative nature, AFI AWARDS a?" now in its 20thyear a?" is the only national program that honors creative teams as a whole, recognizing those in front of and behind the camera.