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Rob Schneider Denies Republican Comedy Set Was Cut Short Over Offensive Material: ‘I’m Not Apologizing for My Jokes. Enough With This Woke Bulls—‘
Rob Schneider is refuting a recent Political report (via Vanity Fair) that claimed a stand-up comedy set he performed last year at a networking event for Republican lawmakers was cut shorts due to his jokes bombing with the crowd. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith reportedly walked out of the room and the set was allegedly cut short after just …
2-min read - BusinessThe Hollywood Reporter
Participant Media, Studio Behind ‘Green Book’ and ‘Spotlight,’ Is Shutting Down
After 20 years, Participant Media is shutting down. Founder Jeff Skoll announced the news in a note to staff Tuesday, noting, “after much reflection, I have made the very difficult decision to wind down company operations.” During its run, the company was behind best picture winners Green Book and Moonlight, and docs such as An …
1-min read - EntertainmentDeadline
Chernin Entertainment Snaps Up Erotic Thriller Pitch From Emily Siegel
EXCLUSIVE: Chernin Entertainment has preemptively acquired an untitled erotic thriller pitch from Emily Siegel, Deadline can exclusively reveal. Chernin had no comment and the logline for the film is being kept under wraps. Siegel’s first feature script, the thriller Story, was named to the 2020 Black List. Most recently, she was enlisted to adapt the …
1-min read - EntertainmentDeadline
Riz Ahmed Boards New Wes Anderson Film
Riz Ahmed (Sound of Metal) has been tapped for a role in the newest film from Wes Anderson, Deadline can confirm. Details as to the plot of the untitled feature, as well as Ahmed’s role are under wraps. But this is the actor’s first project with Anderson, who is coming off his first Oscar win …
2-min read - EntertainmentIndiewire
Participant, Maker of ‘Spotlight’ and ‘Roma,’ Shutting Down After 20 Years
Founder Jeff Skoll told the staff of 100 that the production company and financier behind movies designed to impact social change would wind down operations.
2-min read - EntertainmentVariety
Rooftop Films Taps Adnaan Wasey as Executive Director, Dan Nuxoll Steps Down as Organization’s President (EXCLUSIVE)
Rooftop Films is getting a new executive director. Adnaan Wasey, a veteran of prominent media and non-profit organizations, will assume the leadership role of the indie film showcase. He succeeds Rooftop Films president and founding team member Dan Nuxoll, who will transition into a consulting role. In his new role, Wasey’s responsibilities will span management, creative …
4-min read - EntertainmentDeadline
Matt Rife Signs With UTA
EXCLUSIVE: UTA has signed comedian Matt Rife for representation in all areas, with an eye toward expanding his opportunities in film and TV and beyond. Currently on his “ProbleMATTic World Tour” — one of the largest comedy tours in over 20 years, which sold over 600,000 tickets in under 48 hours — Rife has recently …
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