Tomi Adeyemi says she left set of film adaption of her ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ in tears, is being ‘antagonized’

Tomi Adeyemi, the author of the novel “Children of Blood and Bone,” said in a TikTok video posted Wednesday that she left the set of the book’s film adaptation in tears. Throughout the video, in which Adeyemi appeared emotional, the author referenced suffering on the set of the movie, which is set to be released … Read more

AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film

AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to make her big-screen debut, starring in the film “Misaligned” from the studio that created the polarizing digital thespian.  U.K.-based Particle6, which describes itself as an “AI-first and AI-hybrid” developer of movies and TV programming, announced on Monday that it has begun developing the film, in which Norwood, who … Read more

Tilly Norwood, AI ‘actor’ denounced by actors union, to star in feature film

The company behind AI “actor” Tilly Norwood announced Monday it’s working on a full-length film starring its controversial creation, which has been blasted by a major actors union as “devaluing human artistry.” Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Tilly Norwood was made by the AI … Read more

“Star Wars” light saber, “Wizard of Oz” witch hat and more iconic film props going up for auction

A light saber immortalized in a pivotal scene from George Lucas’ “Star Wars” saga is among the fixtures of an upcoming auction focused on Hollywood memorabilia.  The massive Hollywood & Entertainment Signature Auction, presented by the New York-based auction house Heritage Auctions, will give pop culture enthusiasts the opportunity to bid on numerous props from … Read more

How an indie horror film became a box-office ‘Obsession’

Curry Barker, a 26-year-old YouTuber-turned-filmmaker, made his horror film “Obsession” in just 20 days on a mere $750,000 budget. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Now, after its second weekend in theaters, the Focus Features-distributed movie is on track to earn more than 100 times that … Read more

David Ellison vows Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery merger won’t cut film output

LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Paramount Skydance Chief David Ellison made a surprise appearance at CinemaCon on Thursday, assuring movie theater owners that the studio’s planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not hurt the movie business. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “I wanted to look … Read more

Influencers flock to Epstein’s former island to film viral videos

A thousand miles off the coast of Florida, influencers have found the secret to instant virality. One after another, content creators are finding their way to Little Saint James, better known as the private island once owned by the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Armed with cameras, they are capitalizing on and propelling increased interest … Read more