As a long-time industry veteran who has witnessed the ebb and flow of Hollywood production over the past few decades, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of concern as I read this latest report by ProdPro. The ongoing decline in film and TV shoots in the U.S., particularly for feature films, is hitting … Read more
I can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia and sadness as I read about the impending liquidation of Redbox. As someone who grew up renting DVDs from those iconic red kiosks at my local grocery store, it’s hard to believe that this once-prominent business is on the brink of collapse. Redbox, the company behind … Read more
SANTA FE — As a seasoned prosecutor with extensive experience in handling complex cases, I have closely followed the trial of Alec Baldwin and the tragic shooting incident on the set of “Rust.” Based on my professional observations and understanding of the intricacies of such investigations, I believe that the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office’s investigation … Read more
As a cinephile with decades of movie-watching under my belt, I’m always eager to see which films will capture the hearts and minds of audiences and leave lasting impressions. The latest box office news has me excited about Neon’s horror movie “Longlegs.” The horror film “Longlegs” by Neon is performing better than anticipated at the … Read more
SANTA FE, N.M. — As a seasoned prosecutor with decades of experience under my belt, I cannot help but feel deeply troubled by the recent turn of events in the Alec Baldwin trial. Having witnessed countless cases unfold before me, I have come to appreciate the intricacies and complexities that often lie beneath the surface … Read more
As a fervent observer of American politics and a student of history, I find myself utterly captivated by the unexpected turn of events at this year’s Republican National Convention. The attempted assassination of former President Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania has added an unprecedented layer of drama to an event that had grown predictable … Read more
As a long-time movie enthusiast and someone who has followed the industry for decades, I can’t help but be in awe of Neon’s marketing campaign for “Longlegs.” The trailers, phone messages, encrypted newspaper ads, and other stunts they used to build hype around this horror smash felt like a thrilling scavenger hunt that kept me … Read more
As a long-time movie industry observer and former union representative, I find the recent hack of Walt Disney Company’s internal communications deeply concerning. The alleged leak of thousands of messages, unreleased projects, and other sensitive information by the hacktivist group NullBulge raises serious questions about data security and privacy in an industry that is increasingly … Read more
As a seasoned movie critic with over two decades of experience in the industry, I have seen my fair share of legal dramas unfold behind the scenes. The ongoing saga of the “Rust” shooting case and the latest developments in Hannah Gutierrez’s request for a new trial or dismissal has left me both intrigued and … Read more
As a movie reviewer with a background in sports journalism and a deep appreciation for women’s soccer, I can’t help but be thrilled by the latest developments at Angel City Football Club (FC). The announcement that Willow Bay, dean of USC’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, and her husband Bob Iger, chief executive of … Read more