As the coronavirus pandemic continues to create disruption on nearly every aspect of daily life for many across the globe, there's a glimmer of hope coming out of China, at least on the entertainment front. Chinese state media CGTN reports (via Variety) that more than 500 movie screens have reopened in China as cases of COVID-19 continue to recede. While actual box office receipts for these newly-reopened theaters remain low as people continue to avoid public gatherings, it's a step forward, even if the reopening represent less than five percent of all theaters in operation prior to the viral outbreak.
Shaz from FL writes: "OpenAI's "Sora" is concerning for many reasons, the future of filmmaking being one of them."
Academy Award-winning director Alexander Payne stands out as one of my favourite directors who captures the pain, family struggle, friendship, and life itself in a unique but powerful and compelling way, The Holdovers is no different
The biggest night of the year dedicated to television, The Emmys, made it's long awaited return this month. Several popular shows enjoyed several nominations such as Succession, Better Call Saul and The Last of Us