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    Olivia Wilde Imposes 'No A*shole' Policy on Her Movie Set

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    The ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ director says in a new interview she introduces a new policy on the set of her movie projects to make sure ‘everybody is on the same level.’

    Feb 6, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Olivia Wilde has introduced a new policy on her sets to ensure “everybody is on the same level.”
    The “Don’t Worry Darling” director opened up to Variety about her famed “no a*sholes” policy, and explained she wanted to reform the traditional “hierarchy” on a movie set when it came to helming her own films.
    “The no a*sholes policy, it puts everybody on the same level,” she said. “I also noticed as an actress for years how the hierarchy of the set separated the actors from the crew in this very strange way that serves no one… I think actors would actually like to know more about what’s happening there when you’re pulling my focus? What is that lens change? But the idea of, don’t bother the actors and keep them separate, and don’t look at them. I think it makes everyone quite anxious.”

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    Olivia added that it was the advice from a fellow director that she needed to have “three big arguments” a day to enforce her position of power that made her realise she needed things to be different on her sets.
    “I think that it is an unfortunate part of the kind of the paradigm, that has been created over the last 100 years, the idea that great art has to come from a place of discomfort and anxiety,” she mused. “That the pressure cooker has to get to a point where it can be something intense and valuable in that way. I do think it may be a uniquely female instinct to say, ‘Look, we can be nurturing. And we can multitask.’ ”
    “It doesn’t mean that anyone needs to be uncomfortable. And it doesn’t mean that I have to constantly remind you of my position, because I don’t think anyone on a set has ever forgotten who’s in charge.”

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    Rege-Jean Page Says 'Bridgerton' Fame Left Him 'Scared' and He Explains Why

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    The ‘For the People’ actor talks about his role and intimate scenes on the new Netflix period drama series and how the show’s huge success left him apprehensive.

    Feb 6, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Rege-Jean Page had no problems shooting his “Bridgerton” sex scenes with co-star Phoebe Dynevor thanks to the couple’s on-set intimacy co-ordinator.
    The consultant was on hand for every racy scene, making sure both Page and Dynevor were comfortable.
    “Everything is choreographed,” Rege-Jean tells U.K. talk show host Graham Norton. “It takes the risk and the embarrassment out of the scene.” Although some of the star’s family tried to dodge his sex scenes, they took up so much screen time, it proved impossible.

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    Asked if his relatives watched him making love to Phoebe, he said, “There were some cousins missing from the family WhatsApp group and they said, ‘We made our tactical cups of tea when you started and when we came back you were still going!’ ”
    Following the popularity of “Bridgerton”, Rege-Jean has been tipped to be the next James Bond but he refused to be drawn on any speculation, joking, “Bridgerton is the only ‘B’ word I am allowed to say. I am not going to talk about the other ‘B’ words!”
    Meanwhile, the actor joked the attention he’s received from the show has made him “scared” of who might approach him while the U.K. is in lockdown.
    He said, “It’s just me and the four walls and I don’t go to the front door because I am scared. You don’t know who’s going to be there. It’s the only thing that is real about the whole thing!”

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    Production on Dakota Johnson's New Movie Shut Down Following Positive Covid-19 Test

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    The new movie ‘Am I Ok?’ directed by Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne has been forced to halt the filming after a crew member contracted the coronavirus.

    Feb 6, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Production on Dakota Johnson’s new movie “Am I Ok?” is not OK after a crew member tested positive for Covid.
    The Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne-directed film has stopped production in Los Angeles following the health scare, according to Deadline.
    A production spokesperson tells the outlet, “Earlier this week a supporting member from production on our film Am I OK? tested positive for COVID-19. The diagnosis was confirmed as a result of required and ongoing testing that all members of production receive.”
    “We are currently following all required safety protocols and have paused production until next week to allow for shooting to continue while maintaining strict safety standards pursuant to government and guild policies.”

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    “Am I Ok?” is inspired by the real-life story of Lauren Pomerantz, the head writer of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”. She also penned the script.
    It revolves around longtime best friends Lucy and Jane, who thought they knew everything about each other until one of them decided to move from Los Angeles to London for a job.
    The story caught Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne’s attention due to Pomerantz’s fresh take on the coming-of-age lesbian story. “Nothing interests me more than a character whose self-determination, curiosity, and bravery is directed inward, igniting the possibility to awaken one’s true authentic self,” said Allynne.
    Meanwhile, Pomerantz joked, “If I had known that coming out would lead to getting to work with Tig, Stephanie, and this producing team, I would’ve come out so much sooner. But then I wouldn’t have had this story to tell, and I am so excited that they are helping me tell it.”

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    Salma Hayek Scolded by TV Cast and Crewmembers for Repeatedly Violating Covid-19 Protocols

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    The ‘From Dusk Till Dawn’ actress admits she struggled to keep up with the coronavirus protocols as she kept forgetting to wear face masks when she’s on the set.

    Feb 6, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Actress Salma Hayek is constantly scaring people away on film and TV sets amid the Covid-19 pandemic because she frequently forgets to wear her face mask.
    The “Frida” star admits she really should know better, having served as an executive producer on Netflix’s Mexican drama series “Monarca”, but she has repeatedly been scolded by other cast and crewmembers for unintentionally going mask-less as she wanders from post to post.
    “I was producing a show, Monarca…, the second season, and so I, as a producer, had to go through all the (COVID) complications to get the show going, and so we could finish it,” she told U.S. breakfast show “Today”. “And even knowing all of that, when I went to do it (act) myself after being an actress for more than 30 years, I would do everything wrong!”

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    “I eat most of the time on the craft table (sic) and I would go to the craft table, try to grab something, and they’re like, ‘No! Don’t touch anything!’ I’m like, ‘It’s a Snickers bar.’ They’re like, ‘No! Don’t touch it…!'” Salma recalled.
    “And after a take, I take my mask off and… I go, ‘I’m gonna go check it out on the monitor…,’ and everyone’s running away from me. ‘No, you can’t come this way, you have no mask!’ ”
    “I know that those are the rules but when you’re used to it (regular life on set) for so long, it’s so weird,” she added.

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    'Nomadland' Director Chloe Zhao to Take Triple Duties on Sci-Fi Western Version of 'Dracula'

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    Speaking about this unique take on Bram Stoker’s classic vampire movie, the first Asian female helmer to be nominated for Golden Globes expresses her fascination with vampires.

    Feb 6, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Awards season favourite Chloe Zhao has signed on to write, direct, and produce a futuristic take on “Dracula”.
    Studio bosses at Universal Pictures have recruited the “Nomadland” filmmaker to give Bram Stoker’s classic vampire movie a complete makeover, with a sci-fi Western spin, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
    “I’ve always been fascinated by vampires and the concept of the Other they embody,” Zhao shared in a statement. “I’m very excited to work with… the team at Universal to reimagine such a beloved character.”

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    Peter Cramer, Universal president, added, “Chloe’s singular lens shines a light on stories of the overlooked and misunderstood. We are thrilled to be working with her as she reimagines one of the most iconic outsider characters ever created.”
    The news emerges just one day after Zhao made history as the first Asian woman to receive a Golden Globe directing nomination. Her Frances McDormand-starring drama movie itself, which has won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, collected a total of four nominations, including Best Motion Picture (Drama) and Best Screenplay, for the 78th annual Globes.
    It’s not the only upcoming “Dracula” project – there’s a separate film revamp in the works from director Karyn Kusama and horror producers at Blumhouse. That project was given the green light last year (2020), six years after Luke Evans tackled the blood-sucking character in 2014’s “Dracula Untold”.
    This “Dracula” movie will also not be Zhao’s first big project after the success of “Nomadland”. She is currently in the post-production stage of Marvel Studios’ “The Eternals”. The blockbuster movie, which features Angelina Jolie, Kumail Nanjiani and Salma Hayek in the cast ensemble, is planned to be released on November 5.

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    Renee Zellweger to Make TV Debut Through Crime Series 'The Thing About Pam'

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    Based on the 2011 murder of Betsy Faria, this true-crime drama has ‘House of Lies’ writer Jessika Borsiczky handling its adaptation into a limited series for NBC.

    Feb 5, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Oscar winner Renee Zellweger is to make her broadcast TV debut as the star of a true-crime drama that is based on the 2011 murder of Betsy Faria. The “Judy” star will headline and executive produce “The Thing About Pam” for NBC.
    The stranger-than-fiction story, which featured on U.S. news show “Dateline NBC”, has been adapted for TV by “House of Lies” writer Jessika Borsiczky. Of the project, she said, “As someone who hasn’t missed an episode of ‘Dateline’ in 10 years, what immediately stood out to me about Pam from other true-crime stories is that while on its surface it has all the twists and turns of a thrilling whodunit murder mystery, it’s really a character story at its heart that reflects in a profound way the American landscape back to us.”
    Faria’s husband, Russ, was convicted of his wife’s murder but maintained he did not kill her. The ruling against him was later overturned. Betsy’s murder remains unsolved, but the case exposed a diabolical scheme involving Pam Hupp, the role Zellweger will play on TV, who is currently serving a life sentence for the 2016 murder of Louis Gumpenberger. Investigators believe Hupp murdered Gumpenberger as part of a plot to implicate Russ Faria in the murder of his wife.

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    “We see this opportunity to fuel viewers’ appetites for strong and compelling stories,” executive producer Jason Blum said. “This opportunity to build a powerful, scripted franchise and work with the incomparable Renee Zellweger in her first starring role on broadcast TV, with a writer as gifted as Jessika Borsiczky and adapting material from the treasure troves of Dateline in partnership with our friends at NBC, is unparalleled. I couldn’t be more proud of the Blumhouse team for bringing it to fruition.”
    Chairman of NBCUniversal’s entertainment content, Susan Rovner, additionally stated, “When you think about what qualifies something as a ‘must watch,’ I’m not sure you could do any better than the undeniable trifecta of Renee Zellweger, Blumhouse and ‘Dateline’. The twists and turns of this saga are truly stranger than fiction, and in the hands of this incredibly talented artistic team, this series will bring a completely new perspective to a story that has already captivated millions.”
    “As NBC News Studios continues to build upon an impressive track record only a year into our launch, we could not be more proud to work with this extraordinary team of collaborators on our first foray into scripted,” added NBC News president Noah Oppenheim.

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    Emma Corrin's Casting Opposite Harry Styles Hypes Up Fans' Expectation for 'My Policeman'

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    The announcement that ‘The Crown’ star will star in the LGBTQ movie comes on the heels of her Golden Globe and SAG Award nomination for her portrayal of Lady Diana Spencer.

    Feb 5, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Emma Corrin is sending the internet abuzz with her upcoming film project. The actress who tackles the role of Lady Diana Spencer in season of Netflix’s “The Crown” has just been revealed to be coupling up with Harry Styles for Amazon Studios’ romantic drama “My Policeman”, and fans are already humming with excitement.
    “OMG EMMA CORRIN IM GONNA CRY EMMA CORRIN AND HARRY STYLES PLSS I WILL PASS AWAY,” one Twitter user wrote in response to the casting news. Others tweeted such reaction as, “emma corrin is a golden globe nominee for her role of diana AND she’s gonna be in a movie with harry styles? my girl won” and “EMMA CORRIN AND HARRY STYLES THE POWER THAT MOVIES GONNA HOLD HOLY S**T.”

    Twitter reacted to Emma Corrin’s casting opposite Harry Styles for ‘MY Policeman’.
    In the adaptation of Bethan Robert’s novel of the same name, Emma will take on the role of Marion. Back in September 2020, “Rebecca” star Lily James was reported to be in talks for the part. Emma’s casting news, in the meantime, broke out after she secured nomination at Golden Globe, SAG and Critics Choice for her portrayal of Diana.
    On Wednesday, February 3, the “Misbehaviour” actress offered fans a raw look at her reaction upon learning about her Globes nod in the best actress in a television series – drama category. In an Instagram Story video she posted, she could be seen screaming and jumping around the room immediately after her name is read.

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    The 25-year-old later used her Instagram feed to express her gratitude for the nomination. “Thank you so much @goldenglobes! A real honour to be named amongst a group of such talented and inspirational women! Working on The Crown was the most magical experience in no small part thanks to the incredible cast and crew that supported and help guide me through THANK YOUU,” she gushed.

    “My Policeman” itself will be directed by Michael Grandage using an adapted screenplay by “Philadelphia” screenwriter Ron Nyswaner. Greg Berlanti, Robbie Rogers and Sarah Schechter of Berlanti-Schechter Films will serve as its producers.
    The film will be set in the 50s. Its story revolves around married couple Marion and Tom whose relationship gets thrown off by the arrival of elderly Patrick with whom Tom had a secret romance 40 years prior at a time when homosexuality was illegal. Styles will take on the starring role of gay policeman Tom.

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    Nick Cannon Is Back to Host 'Wild 'N Out' After Previously Fired Over Anti-Semitic Remarks

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    Back in July 2020, ViacomCBS announced that it cut ties with ‘The Masked Singer’ host back after he blasted white people in an episode of his podcast ‘Cannon’s Class’.

    Feb 5, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Nick Cannon is heading back to “Wild ‘N Out” as a host after previously being fired from the show over his anti-semitic remarks. The decision to have him back arrives after the TV host manages to reestablish his relationship with ViacomCBS.
    “Nick has not only apologized and taken responsibility for his comments, but he has also worked to educate himself and others through engagement with Jewish leaders and on his platforms,” an MTV Entertainment Group spokesperson told Entertainment Tonight. “Those efforts are of the utmost importance and that’s why we have invited him to rejoin our team.”
    Nick’s rep, meanwhile, said that he is unavailable to give a comment on the matter since he is currently quarantining after testing positive for COVID-19.
    ViacomCBS announced that it cut ties with “The Masked Singer” host back in July 2020 after he blasted white people in an episode of his podcast “Cannon’s Class”. “ViacomCBS condemns bigotry of any kind and we categorically denounce all forms of anti-Semitism,” it shared in a statement. “We have spoken to Nick Cannon about an episode of his podcast ‘Cannon’s Class’ on YouTube, which promoted hateful speech and spread anti-Semitic conspiracy theories.”

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    “While we support ongoing education and dialogue in the fight against bigotry, we are deeply troubled that Nick has failed to acknowledge or apologize for perpetuating anti-Semitism, and we are terminating our relationship with him. We are committed to doing better in our response to incidents of anti-Semitism, racism, and bigotry. ViacomCBS will have further announcements on our efforts to combat hate of all kinds,” so the statement continued.
    In the controversial episode, Nick said, “The people that don’t have [melanin] are a little less. They may not have had the compassion when they were sent to the mountains of Caucasus when they didn’t have the power of the sun.” Additionally, Nick went on calling them “savages” and “barbaric,” saying, “They’re acting as animals so they’re the ones that are actually closer to animals. They’re the ones that are actually the true savages.”
    Following the backlash, Nick issued a lengthy apology. “First and foremost I extend my deepest and most sincere apologies to my Jewish sisters and brothers for the hurtful and divisive words that came out of my mouth during my interview with Richard Griffin,” he wrote. “They reinforced the worst stereotypes of a proud and magnificent people and I feel ashamed of the uninformed and naïve place that these words came from. The video of this interview has since been removed.”
    The ex-husband of Mariah Carey added that there “is so much I have yet to learn.” He continued that “minor history lesson over the past few days and to say that it is eye-opening would be a vast understatement.”

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