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Cannes: Amazon Leads Lineup With 4 Titles, Ending Fest’s No SVOD Rule
The online giant has U.S. rights to Woody Allen’s opening night entry Cafe Society, Nicolas Winding Refn’s ‘The Neon Demon,’ Jim Jarmusch’s ‘Paterson’ and Park Chan-wook ‘The Handmaiden.’
AwesomenessTV Horror Series ‘Freakish’ Headed to Hulu
The series stars a mix of film and social media stars.
Amazon, Lionsgate TV Developing Series Based on Bob Dylan Songs
The series will be written and directed by Josh Wakely.
Europe Passes Tough New Data Protection Laws
Companies violating the new legislation, which includes a “right to be forgotten” clause, can now be fined up to 4 percent of their overall, global revenue.
Emmys: Louie C.K.’s ‘Horace and Pete’ Could Become First Indie Web Show to Land Major Noms (at a Cost)
THR’s awards columnist looks at the Emmys campaign currently being mounted for C.K.’s groundbreaking drama series — and why it’s so important for the future of the show and its creator.
Fusion to Live Stream ‘The Chris Gethard Show’ on Facebook
Fusion jumps into the Facebook Live waters.
Fusion to Live Stream ‘The Chris Gethard Show’ on Facebook (Exclusive)
Fusion jumps into the Facebook Live waters.
SlingTV Unveils New Service Allowing Multiple Streams of Fox, HBO Programming
The service costs $20 a month.
Sean Parker Bankrolls Project to Speed Development of Cancer-Fighting Drugs
The Napster co-founder and man behind controversial home-movie venture Screening Room has made a $250 million grant to the newly created Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy.
CinemaCon: Mobile Ticketing Gets a Push as Atom, Fandango, MovieTickets Announce Deals
Newcomer Atom unveils partnerships with AMC and Regal.
Alibaba’s AI Successfully Predicts Winners of Chinese Reality Show
Always one for showmanship, Jack Ma’s e-commerce company unveiled its cutting-edge artificial intelligence program during the final episode of “I Am Singer,” one of the most popular TV shows in China.
E.W. Scripps Acquires Comedy Site Cracked for $39 Million
Demand Media has owned Cracked since 2007.
Mike Francesa, King of New York Sports Radio for 30 Years, Prepares to Abdicate His Throne
CBS Radio’s $5 million-a-year star, best known for ‘Mike and the Mad Dog,’ endorses Donald Trump, confirms which New York governor asked to be his cohost, dishes on Les Moonves and Sirius’ Mel Karmazin and rips ESPN and Rick Reilly, as Don Imus and Bill Simmons predict his next move.
Tesla Unveils Updated Model S
The changes include a redesigned fascia and headlights, and new interior options.
CinemaCon: Barco Escape Inks Multi-Picture Deals With Cross Creek, Fundamental Films
’24 Hours to Live,’ starring Ethan Hawke, is among the films that will be released in Barco’s Cinerama-like format.
Did Mark Zuckerberg Troll Donald Trump During His F8 Speech?
“Instead of building walls, we can help people build bridges,” the Facebook CEO said during the company’s annual F8 conference.
‘Grand Theft Auto’ Producer Launches $150 Million Royalties Lawsuit
A key creative’s “sabbatical” turned into a never-ending vacation.
Maker Studios Executive Joins UTA Digital Department
Sam Wick will focus on building new businesses for UTA and its clients.
CinemaCon: Cineplex to Open First 4DX 4D Theater in Canada
The auditorium with motion seats and effects like wind and mist is expected to open this summer in downtown Toronto.
The Future of Digital Cinema May Be At Stake in Lawsuit Over Interoperability
GDC and Dolby go to war over whether the messages and commands that allow motion pictures to play on screen are a protected form of intellectual property.
Tesla Recalls Model X SUVs
The recall covers Model X SUVs equipped with third row seats that could fail in an accident.
NAB: Technicolor, Vubiquity to Unwrap HDR Up-Conversion and TV Distribution Service
“This is about making sure there’s enough high dynamic range content,” says Technicolor exec Mark Turner.
Bravo Shines Spotlight on Underground Food Scene in First Standalone Digital Series (Exclusive)
‘Going Off the Menu’ premieres April 18 on BravoTV.com.
‘Gilmore Girls’ Revival: Netflix Releases First Photos
Rory, Lorelai, Emily, Luke and more fan favorites are back in a batch of pictures from the upcoming four-movie return to Stars Hollow.
NAB 2016: Lytro To Unveil Light-Field Camera System for Hollywood
It will also debut ‘Life,’ a short film from ‘Maleficent’ director Robert Stromberg that was created to give the system a test drive.
Michael B. Jordan, Kobe Bryant Star in New Apple TV Ad
The TV spot features the ‘Creed’ actor studying up for his role in a fictional Bryant biopic.
Google’s Injunction Against Mississippi Attorney General Reversed by Appeals Court
The 5th Circuit tears up an order that prohibited Jim Hood from moving forward with an investigation of the web giant for making available pirated goods and content.
Movies, TV on iTunes in April: ‘Ride Along 2,’ Zoe Saldana Nina Simone Biopic, ‘The Night Manager’
‘Joy,’ ‘Where to Invade Next,’ ‘The Last Panthers’ and new seasons of ‘Inside Amy Schumer’ and ‘Orphan Black’ will also be available for download through Apple’s digital store.
Tesla to Release Updated Model S (Report)
The refreshed Model S could debut as early as next week.
Google’s Injunction Against Mississippi AG Reversed By Appeals Court
The 5th Circuit tears up an order that prohibited Jim Hood from moving forward with an investigation of the web giant for making available pirated goods and content.
How Old Media Is Bankrolling the Upstarts
THR unravels the ever-more tangled web of power players’ investments in the outlets stealing their audiences as corporate congloms place bets on content’s murky future.
Peter Chernin, Peter Currie Leaving Twitter Board
The social media giant named Pepsi CFO Hugh Johnston and lastminute.com co-founder Martha Lane Fox to its board of directors.
CinemaCon: Barco to Unveil High Contrast Laser Projection System (Exclusive)
A 6000:1 contrast ratio is a new option for its flagship laser projectors.
Late Night’s YouTube Battlefront: Who’s Drawing More Viewers?
Jimmy Fallon clinches most popular in March, but James Corden comes on strong as viewers stream even more segments.
Netflix UK Blasts Past 5 Million Subscribers (Study)
A study from Enders Analysis shows the streaming giant saw 37 percent growth in Britain last year, outpacing all competitors.
Tesla Model 3 Orders Exceed 325,000
The stunning demand for Tesla’s $35,000 sedan, expected to arrive in late 2017, could point to a potentially huge market for mid-priced electric cars.
Mashable Lays Off Top Editors in Push for Video
Turner led a $15 million investment into the digital publisher last week as part of a larger TV development partnership.
WWE Hit With Class Action Over Streaming Royalties
The wrestler known as “Rene Dupree” leads an effort over money from the company’s over-the-top network as well as Netflix.
New Movies, TV on Amazon in April: ‘Catastrophe’ Season 2, ‘Ides of March,’ ‘You’ve Got Mail’
Those who add Starz to their Amazon Prime subscription can also stream ‘Outlander’ season 2, ‘Ant-Man’ and Meryl Streep-starrer ‘Ricki and the Flash.’
Starz Launches Standalone Streaming Service
The app is available for $8.99 a month and offers unlimited downloads, a first for a premium-cable channel app.
Twitter to Stream Thursday Night Football Games
The 10 matchups broadcast on NBC, Fox and the NFL Network will also be available for free worldwide on the social media platform.
Hollywood Reporter Nominated for 3 Webby Awards
THR’s Roundtable series was honored in two categories, competing against Jimmy Fallon and James Corden’s ‘Carpool Karaoke,’ while its Holocaust documentary series “Hollywood’s Last Survivors” also was nominated for the Internet’s highest honors.
Sony Music Files Fraud Lawsuit Against Rdio Executives Over Pandora Deal
The major label claims that Rdio executives induced content licensing extensions with misrepresentations, false statements and concealment of an impending bankruptcy.
What’s Behind the NFL’s Deal With Twitter
The social network will stream 10 ‘Thursday Night Football’ games beginning this fall.
China’s Alibaba Completes $4.2B Buyout of Online Video Giant Youku Tudou
The Chinese company is expected to integrate video offerings into its core e-commerce business much the way Amazon has.
Facebook Ups Investment in Live Broadcasting as Celebrities Sign On
The social network is making it easier to find Live videos on its mobile app.
Verizon to Acquire Stake in AwesomenessTV
DreamWorks Animation remains the largest stakeholder in the digital media venture.
AT&T’s New 4K DirecTV Channel Will Tee Off With Masters Tournament
Plans for the new service also include 4K movies, documentaries and PPV events.
The Legality of Selling “Used” Digital Songs and Movies Headed to Appeals Court
ReDigi strikes a deal to avoid facing Capitol Records at trial next week, but now, it gets really interesting.
CinemaCon Head-Scratcher: What Is Amazon Doing at a Movie Theater Event?
The streaming video giant will wave a friendly flag at CinemaCon even as the battle rages over day-and-date releases.
Ellen DeGeneres Launches Digital Dance Series
‘tWitch & Allison’s Dance Challenge,’ from the ‘Ellen’ DJ and his ‘DWTS’ wife, is the first original digital series created exclusively for DeGeneres’ video website, EllenTube.
Huffington Post Launches Interview Web Series ‘Talk to Me’ (Exclusive)
Guests include Oprah Winfrey, Richard Branson and Ron Howard.
Hulu Appoints Fox Veteran to Lead Communications Team
Gaude Paez joins Hulu from Fox Broadcasting Company.
New TV, Movies on Hulu in April: ‘The Mindy Project,’ ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,’ ‘American Idol’ Series Finale
Those users who add Showtime to their subscription can also stream ‘E.T.,’ ‘Paddington,’ ‘The Duff’ and ‘It Follows.’
Rep Sheet Roundup: Mariah Carey Signs With BWR Public Relations
THR’s at-a-glance look at the week in representation news
Tesla Model 3 Unveiled
The mass-market electric sedan will have range starting at 215 miles and cost $35,000. “You will not be able to buy a better car,” said Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
Judge Rules Pixar Top Lawyer’s Emails Don’t Establish a Criminal Anti-Poaching Scheme
Visual effects workers suffer a setback in their lawsuit alleging a conspiracy to suppress wages and work opportunities in the animation industry.
Taylor Swift Battles a Treadmill in New Apple Music Ad
The singer raps Drake and Future’s “Jumpman” while working out.
ESPN to Launch Podcast Miniseries ‘Dunkumentaries’
All episodes will be released at once.
Judge Rules Pixar Ex-GC’s Emails Don’t Establish a Criminal Anti-Poaching Scheme
Visual effects workers suffer a setback in their lawsuit alleging a conspiracy to suppress wages and work opportunities in the animation industry.
Mashable Makes TV Push With Turner Investment
The cable network led a $15 million investment.
Sony Music, Lorne Michaels’ Above Average Strike Digital Development Deal (Exclusive)
The companies previously collaborated on Jack Antonoff tour docuseries ‘Thank You and Sorry.’
Kevin Hart to Launch Streaming Service, Mobile Game With Lionsgate
Laugh Out Loud will become the exclusive home for all the comedian’s work beyond his film roles and live performances.
Tesla Model 3 Specs Leaked Ahead of Launch (Report)
Tesla’s entry-level sedan could reportedly go from 0-60 in under four seconds and have a range of more than 300 miles.
Comedy Central Orders Expansive Snapchat Content Slate
Nikki Glaser’s ‘Quickie with Nikki’ is back alongside new comedy shorts from Ian Abramson, Joe Zimmerman and more.
Fullscreen Targets Teen Audience With New Subscription Service
For $5 a month, Fullscreen will also offer up teen-oriented originals starring Grace Helbig and Shane Dawson.
Paul and Chris Weitz’s Depth of Field Inks First-Look Deal With Amazon Studios
Paul Weitz is an executive producer of Amazon original series ‘Mozart in the Jungle.’
THR’s Top 25 Digital Stars
Yes, Hollywood, This Is Your Future
Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s 2015 Pay Hits $100.5M
A filing shows the new CEO’s pay package, that holding company Alphabet’s CEO Larry Page and president Sergey Brin again made $1 each last year, while executive chair Eric Schmidt earned $8 million, down from $108.7 million.
Sony Pictures to Debut ‘Ultra’ 4K and HDR Streaming Service on April 4
Films such as ‘Ghostbusters’ will be available in 4K and with high dynamic range.
Instagram Is Expanding Videos to 60 Seconds
The Facebook-owned photo app is placing a bigger emphasis on video this year.
SoundCloud Launches Music Subscription Service
SoundCloud Go offers an expanded music catalog for $9.99 a month.
Oculus Rift Reviewers Weigh In: There’s “Little Reason to Own” One So Far
While getting praised for “serious gamers,” $600 virtual reality headset is getting mixed early reviews.
Justice Department Cracks iPhone, Withdraws Legal Action
The surprise development effectively ends a pitched court battle between Apple and the Obama administration.
As Oculus Rift Launches, What’s Next For Virtual Reality?
A steady stream of content will be critical.
News Series ‘ASPIREist’ to Tell Issue-Based Stories
The half-hour series will feature guests including George Clooney and Moby.
Judge Doesn’t Want Google to Google the Favorite Books and Songs of Potential Jurors
In a big copyright trial, a federal judge confronts a privacy dilemma.
Why ‘The Larry Sanders Show’ Can’t Be Watched Online Yet
The death of comedian Garry Shandling has reignited interest in the HBO sitcom.
News Series ‘ASPIREist’ to Launch on USA Network, Flipboard (Exclusive)
The half-hour series will feature guests including George Clooney and Moby.
Publishing Veteran Richard Beckman Leaving Vice Media (Exclusive)
The former Conde Nast executive joined Vice last May as it prepped cable network Viceland.
Tim Burton-Era Batmobile for Sale in Moscow at $1 Million
Featured in the 1989 movie, it will become the first Batmobile to be ever sold in Russia.
Garry Shandling’s ‘The Larry Sanders Show’ to Return to HBO After Star’s Death
The revival will also make the series, the online availability of which is limited, accessible through HBO’s streaming services.
Ben Silverman, Will.i.am Producing Unscripted Series for Apple
The show will explore the Apple app ecosystem.
‘Blindspot,’ ‘Lucifer’ Head to Hulu in Exclusive Streaming Deal
‘Smallville’ and ‘The O.C.’ are also part of the pact.
Hulk Hogan’s Attorneys Discuss Gawker Trial, Coming Appeal
“We’re all in favor of the First Amendment too,” says attorney Charles Harder. “And you protect it by not abusing it. And we protect privacy. We’re for both. They are only for one.”
Jurors in Hulk Hogan-Gawker Case Defend Wrestler’s Right To Privacy
“Even if he knew he was being recorded, there’s still no right to put it out there if he doesn’t want it put out,” one of the jurors told ABC News in an interview that aired on Thursday’s ‘Good Morning America.’
Activist Yahoo Investor Seeks to Remove Board, Proposes Alternative Directors
The company suggests a former DirecTV CEO and former NBCUniversal top executive, among others, setting the stage for a showdown with Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer.
AwesomenessTV Launches in U.K., Germany, Spain, France and Brazil
The expansion follows a strategic partnership with Endemol Shine last year.
Kids Dance Competition Coming to Verizon’s Go90
‘Dance-Off Juniors’ premieres April 20.
New York Auto Show: Lincoln Navigator Concept Debuts
The SUV takes design cues from last year’s well-received reboot of the classic Lincoln Continental.
Vice Launches Music Docuseries ‘The Score’ on Apple Music (Exclusive)
Each episode will have an accompanying playlist on Apple Music.
20th Century Fox Launches X-Men Fan App Ahead of ‘Apocalypse’ Debut
Exclusive content will go live on the app every Friday.
Kids Dance Comepetition Coming to Verizon’s Go90
‘Dance-Off Juniors’ premieres April 20.
Sasha Pieterse, Alex Saxon to Star in ‘Coin Heist’ From Adaptive Studios
The film is adapted from the YA novel published by Adaptive Books.
YouTube Plans Rom-Com Feature ‘We Love You’ for Red Service
YouTuber Yousef Erakat, Viner Lele Pons and ‘Dear White People’ actor Justin Dobies are set to star.
Netflix New Releases Coming in April 2016
Take a look at the movies and TV shows that are coming to the streaming service next month.
Study: 70 Percent of U.S. Consumers Binge Watch TV
The survey also found that one third (31 percent) of viewers binge TV on a weekly basis.
U.S. Postal Service Fails in Bid to Raise Prices on Netflix
DVDs-by-mail and streaming are in the “same market”? The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals begs to differ.
Zombie Novel ‘Eat, Brains, Love’ to Get Digital Adaptation From Van Toffler’s Gunpowder & Sky
James Frey’s Full Fathom Five and Tony DiSanto’s DIGA are also attached.
Former Fox Programming Chief Jeffrey Glaser Joins Podcast Network Wondery (Exclusive)
Glaser reunites with his old colleague Hernan Lopez at the startup.
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