We all know that if there’s one thing harder than predicting the winners of the three short film categories at the Oscars, it’s predicting which films will get nominated in those categories. Well Derbyites, we’re here to help make predicting those nominees a little easier. Below we have listed all 15 shortlisted titles for Best Live Action Short along with descriptions of each one. We’ve also included information and links on where you can view the finalists.
Among the plots of this year’s crop are a rideshare driver dealing with grief, a chance meeting between a trans woman and a cis man, a woman traveling out of state to obtain an abortion, and a fighter pilot in need of a miracle to make it home for Christmas.
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“The After” – In the midst of his grief, a rideshare driver picks...
Among the plots of this year’s crop are a rideshare driver dealing with grief, a chance meeting between a trans woman and a cis man, a woman traveling out of state to obtain an abortion, and a fighter pilot in need of a miracle to make it home for Christmas.
SEEDozens of video interviews with 2024 awards contenders
“The After” – In the midst of his grief, a rideshare driver picks...
- 12/25/2023
- by Charles Bright
- Gold Derby
The Pitch Perfect spin-off, Bumper in Berlin, is getting bumped off. According to Deadline, Peacock is not moving forward with the sophomore season of the musical comedy series. Previously, the network renewed Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin for a second season in early January. Unfortunately, Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin is another victim of the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. The fight for better representation, pay, and safety in the entertainment space is delaying productions across a broad spectrum, and Bumper in Berlin is getting swept up in the fallout.
While Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin is canceled, Universal says Pitch Perfect is still an essential part of its IP library. The franchise’s Elizabeth Banks continues developing projects with the studio, and Bumper in Berlin showrunner Megan Amram still has an overall deal with Universal Television.
Written and showrun by Megan Amram, Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin follows Devine’s character,...
While Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin is canceled, Universal says Pitch Perfect is still an essential part of its IP library. The franchise’s Elizabeth Banks continues developing projects with the studio, and Bumper in Berlin showrunner Megan Amram still has an overall deal with Universal Television.
Written and showrun by Megan Amram, Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin follows Devine’s character,...
- 9/22/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
When the acapella-filled harmonies of “Pitch Perfect” first hit the theaters in 2012, few could have predicted the massive phenomenon it would become. With its lovable characters, catchy performances, and quintessential college competition drama, the Pitch Perfect series has entranced audiences worldwide. But how should newcomers and die-hard fans alike experience the series? Let’s pitch you the perfect order.
All Pitch Perfect Movies in Order of Release Date Pitch Perfect – October 5, 2012 Pitch Perfect 2 – May 15, 2015 Pitch Perfect 3 – December 22, 2017 Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin – November 23, 2022 1 ‘Pitch Perfect’ (2012)
IMDb: 7.1/10 322K | Popularity: 226 | Metascore: 66
Duration: 1h 52m | Genres: Comedy, Music, Romance
Director: Jason Moore
Cast: Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Rebel Wilson
The Underdogs of Barden University
Barden College, a seemingly typical institution, houses an ensemble of unlikely heroines — The Barden Bellas. Amidst lecture halls and dorm rooms, this all-women a cappella group battles more than just their college coursework; they grapple...
All Pitch Perfect Movies in Order of Release Date Pitch Perfect – October 5, 2012 Pitch Perfect 2 – May 15, 2015 Pitch Perfect 3 – December 22, 2017 Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin – November 23, 2022 1 ‘Pitch Perfect’ (2012)
IMDb: 7.1/10 322K | Popularity: 226 | Metascore: 66
Duration: 1h 52m | Genres: Comedy, Music, Romance
Director: Jason Moore
Cast: Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Rebel Wilson
The Underdogs of Barden University
Barden College, a seemingly typical institution, houses an ensemble of unlikely heroines — The Barden Bellas. Amidst lecture halls and dorm rooms, this all-women a cappella group battles more than just their college coursework; they grapple...
- 9/19/2023
- by Buddy TV
- buddytv.com
Content production shop SuperBloom House has launched a new vertical that will pair Hollywood writers and digital creators with brands.
Named The Creative Collective, founding members include “The O.C.” and “Gossip Girl” showrunners Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, Olympian turned TV host Gus Kenworthy, showrunner Ryan Duffy, journalist Mickey Rapkin and more. The roster will be available to brands looking for bespoke collaborations that go beyond traditional advertising. Other figures from music, film, photography, gaming and documentary filmmaking are on board.
SuperBloom House, founded by Briony McCarthy and Tom Dunlap, intends to create a single point of entry for deals that usually require multiple agencies and negotiators – especially at a time with performers and writers hope to diversify income streams during the ongoing Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Services will include digital docs, screenwriting, IP development, branded long and short-form films, reality TV and merchandising.
“By bringing...
Named The Creative Collective, founding members include “The O.C.” and “Gossip Girl” showrunners Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, Olympian turned TV host Gus Kenworthy, showrunner Ryan Duffy, journalist Mickey Rapkin and more. The roster will be available to brands looking for bespoke collaborations that go beyond traditional advertising. Other figures from music, film, photography, gaming and documentary filmmaking are on board.
SuperBloom House, founded by Briony McCarthy and Tom Dunlap, intends to create a single point of entry for deals that usually require multiple agencies and negotiators – especially at a time with performers and writers hope to diversify income streams during the ongoing Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Services will include digital docs, screenwriting, IP development, branded long and short-form films, reality TV and merchandising.
“By bringing...
- 9/5/2023
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
The Jewish Film Institute has named six independent films as winners of its fourth annual Jfi completion grants. The grants, totaling $85,000, are awarded to projects that underline diverse stories about Jewish identity and experience.
Grant winners were jury-selected a group of 14 finalists, narrowed down from over 100 applications. The grants, made possible by numerous individuals and foundations, “are a signature piece of Jfi’s continuum of support for filmmakers from incubation through exhibition. Emerging and established filmmakers benefit from peer-to-peer and industry-leading mentorship and workshops in Jfi’s year-long Filmmaker Residency, the only national residency of its kind, while Jfi’s vast live and online exhibition platforms, including the annual San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, deliver finished works to audiences throughout the Bay Area and United States,” said Jfi in a statement.
This year’s winners include Eva Brzeski’s documentary feature “Daughterland,” Mickey Rapkin’s narrative short “The Anne Frank...
Grant winners were jury-selected a group of 14 finalists, narrowed down from over 100 applications. The grants, made possible by numerous individuals and foundations, “are a signature piece of Jfi’s continuum of support for filmmakers from incubation through exhibition. Emerging and established filmmakers benefit from peer-to-peer and industry-leading mentorship and workshops in Jfi’s year-long Filmmaker Residency, the only national residency of its kind, while Jfi’s vast live and online exhibition platforms, including the annual San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, deliver finished works to audiences throughout the Bay Area and United States,” said Jfi in a statement.
This year’s winners include Eva Brzeski’s documentary feature “Daughterland,” Mickey Rapkin’s narrative short “The Anne Frank...
- 7/28/2023
- by Sophia Scorziello
- Variety Film + TV
“Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin” has been renewed for Season 2 at Peacock.
The comedy series spinoff of the “Pitch Perfect” film franchise originally debuted on the streamer on the Nov. 23. The series sees Adam Devine return as Bumper Allen as he moves to Germany to revive his music career when one of his songs becomes big in Berlin.
“We knew fans of the ‘Pitch Perfect’ franchise were going to sing the praises of ‘Bumper in Berlin’ and enjoy seeing a new side of Adam Devine’s character,” said Susan Rovner, chairman of entertainment content for NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “Along with our partners at Utv, Megan Amram, Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman crafted an incredibly unique and charming story with new takes on iconic songs. We can’t wait to dive further into this new hit with Peacock audiences.”
Along with Devine, the cast of Season 1 includes Flula Borg, Sarah Hyland,...
The comedy series spinoff of the “Pitch Perfect” film franchise originally debuted on the streamer on the Nov. 23. The series sees Adam Devine return as Bumper Allen as he moves to Germany to revive his music career when one of his songs becomes big in Berlin.
“We knew fans of the ‘Pitch Perfect’ franchise were going to sing the praises of ‘Bumper in Berlin’ and enjoy seeing a new side of Adam Devine’s character,” said Susan Rovner, chairman of entertainment content for NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. “Along with our partners at Utv, Megan Amram, Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman crafted an incredibly unique and charming story with new takes on iconic songs. We can’t wait to dive further into this new hit with Peacock audiences.”
Along with Devine, the cast of Season 1 includes Flula Borg, Sarah Hyland,...
- 1/9/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Fans of the Pitch Perfect film franchise might want to pack their bags because Adam Devine‘s Bumper is heading to Germany for the next stage of his singing career. Peacock dropped the first Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin trailer on Wednesday, teasing many laughs and stars for the anticipated spinoff series.
In addition to showing off the Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin trailer, NBC announced it would air the series in its entirety through Peacock starting on November 23. NBC will also air the premiere episode and a sneak peek of episode 2 on Monday, November 28th at 10 Pm after The Voice.
Written and showrun by Megan Amram, Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin follows Devine’s character, who moves to Berlin after learning he’s a hit in the land of quality beer, lederhosen, and courageous pornography. Throughout his journey, Bumper makes new friends, acquires a new rival, and discovers that...
In addition to showing off the Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin trailer, NBC announced it would air the series in its entirety through Peacock starting on November 23. NBC will also air the premiere episode and a sneak peek of episode 2 on Monday, November 28th at 10 Pm after The Voice.
Written and showrun by Megan Amram, Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin follows Devine’s character, who moves to Berlin after learning he’s a hit in the land of quality beer, lederhosen, and courageous pornography. Throughout his journey, Bumper makes new friends, acquires a new rival, and discovers that...
- 11/2/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Seven years after falling in love on Modern Family, Adam Devine and Sarah Hyland are making sweet music together once again.
The on-screen couple reunites in the first official trailer for Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin, a new Peacock comedy series spun off from the popular movie franchise.
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All six episodes drop Wednesday, Nov. 23 on Peacock. The premiere, as well as a sneak...
The on-screen couple reunites in the first official trailer for Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin, a new Peacock comedy series spun off from the popular movie franchise.
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All six episodes drop Wednesday, Nov. 23 on Peacock. The premiere, as well as a sneak...
- 11/2/2022
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
“Pitch Perfect”s biggest personality Bumper Allen (Adam Devine) is taking his show on the road – and across international waters – in the new trailer for Peacock’s “Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin” series.
Picking up several years after the timeline of the trilogy of “Pitch Perfect” movies, “Bumper in Berlin” kicks off when Devine’s character receives word that he’s a viral sensation in Germany thanks to his singing TikToks. “Move to Berlin and work with me,” a fixture of the Berlin music scene named Peter (Flula Borg) tells him. “I can make you a star.”
Once he makes the move, Bumper realizes it won’t be that easy. As he prepares to make his grand debut at Unity Festival – described to him as “the Fourth of July meets the Super Bowl Half-Time Show” – he juggles performance anxiety, rival singers, and falling for his assistant (played by Sarah Hyland...
Picking up several years after the timeline of the trilogy of “Pitch Perfect” movies, “Bumper in Berlin” kicks off when Devine’s character receives word that he’s a viral sensation in Germany thanks to his singing TikToks. “Move to Berlin and work with me,” a fixture of the Berlin music scene named Peter (Flula Borg) tells him. “I can make you a star.”
Once he makes the move, Bumper realizes it won’t be that easy. As he prepares to make his grand debut at Unity Festival – described to him as “the Fourth of July meets the Super Bowl Half-Time Show” – he juggles performance anxiety, rival singers, and falling for his assistant (played by Sarah Hyland...
- 11/2/2022
- by Harper Lambert
- The Wrap
From the halls of Barden University to the streets of Berlin, Adam Devine is taking his Pitch Perfect character Bumper international in the film’s spinoff series coming to Peacock.
In a new trailer for Bumper in Berlin released on Wednesday, Bumper receives a call that his TikToks have gone viral in Germany and he is invited to move abroad to revive his music career. Along the way, it appears he’ll be met with some culture shock as well as a pop diva rival, played by Jameela Jamil.
But after a few mishaps, Bumper begins to embrace this new opportunity with the help of his team, including his assistant Heidi, played by Sarah Hyland, who he may or may not be falling in love with, and a few new friends. The trailer ends with the promise of a Pitch Perfect signature riff off.
Watch the entire trailer below.
Bumper in Berlin,...
In a new trailer for Bumper in Berlin released on Wednesday, Bumper receives a call that his TikToks have gone viral in Germany and he is invited to move abroad to revive his music career. Along the way, it appears he’ll be met with some culture shock as well as a pop diva rival, played by Jameela Jamil.
But after a few mishaps, Bumper begins to embrace this new opportunity with the help of his team, including his assistant Heidi, played by Sarah Hyland, who he may or may not be falling in love with, and a few new friends. The trailer ends with the promise of a Pitch Perfect signature riff off.
Watch the entire trailer below.
Bumper in Berlin,...
- 11/2/2022
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Bumper Allen is going overseas to hit the aca-stage once again.
In the first trailer for Peacock’s forthcoming “Pitch Perfect” spinoff series “Bumper in Berlin,” Adam Devine’s Bumper has some new challenges to conquer on his path to international superstardom –– including Jameela Jamil.
NBC will air the premiere episode of the series and a sneak peek at the season on Nov. 28 following Monday night’s episode of “The Voice,” the network announced. All episodes of “Bumper in Berlin” will be available on Peacock beginning Nov. 23.
Hailing from writer and showrunner Megan Amram, the series follows “Pitch Perfect” fan favorite Bumper, who moves to Berlin in an attempt to revive his music career after one of his songs becomes popular in Germany. Other cast members include Flula Borg, Sarah Hyland and Lera Abova.
The trailer opens with a reinvigorated Bumper who quickly takes off from his security job at...
In the first trailer for Peacock’s forthcoming “Pitch Perfect” spinoff series “Bumper in Berlin,” Adam Devine’s Bumper has some new challenges to conquer on his path to international superstardom –– including Jameela Jamil.
NBC will air the premiere episode of the series and a sneak peek at the season on Nov. 28 following Monday night’s episode of “The Voice,” the network announced. All episodes of “Bumper in Berlin” will be available on Peacock beginning Nov. 23.
Hailing from writer and showrunner Megan Amram, the series follows “Pitch Perfect” fan favorite Bumper, who moves to Berlin in an attempt to revive his music career after one of his songs becomes popular in Germany. Other cast members include Flula Borg, Sarah Hyland and Lera Abova.
The trailer opens with a reinvigorated Bumper who quickly takes off from his security job at...
- 11/2/2022
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of “Pitch Perfect,” which debuted in theaters on Oct. 5, 2012, “Peacock” is sharing a musical mashup from their upcoming comedy series “Bumper In Berlin.”
In the new video, Bumper (Adam DeVine) mashes up “Take on Me” and “99 Luftballoons,” a mashup that goes viral in Germany and kicks off the action of the “Pitch Perfect” spinoff series.
“Bumper in Berlin” will follow DeVine’s Bumper on his quest to go from an a capella amateur to a bona fide a capella superstar, a journey that takes him all the way to the titular city.
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“Bumper in Berlin” stars Devine, Sarah Hyland, Flula Borg from the “Pitch Perfect” franchise, Lera Abova and Jameela Jamil.
Megan Amram is the showrunner, writer and an executive producer. DeVine, Elizabeth Banks...
In the new video, Bumper (Adam DeVine) mashes up “Take on Me” and “99 Luftballoons,” a mashup that goes viral in Germany and kicks off the action of the “Pitch Perfect” spinoff series.
“Bumper in Berlin” will follow DeVine’s Bumper on his quest to go from an a capella amateur to a bona fide a capella superstar, a journey that takes him all the way to the titular city.
“Bumper In Berlin” (Julia Terjung/Peacock) Also Read:
Peacock Sets Premiere Dates for ‘Vampire Academy,’ ‘Pitch Perfect’ Spin-off Series ‘Bumper in Berlin’
“Bumper in Berlin” stars Devine, Sarah Hyland, Flula Borg from the “Pitch Perfect” franchise, Lera Abova and Jameela Jamil.
Megan Amram is the showrunner, writer and an executive producer. DeVine, Elizabeth Banks...
- 10/5/2022
- by Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
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Chris Pratt is seeking to change some widespread perceptions about his religious views.
The Jurassic World trilogy star told Men’s Health in a new cover story that he’s not nearly as religious as people think (“spiritual” might be a more accurate word based on his description, though he doesn’t use it). Pratt also strongly criticized organized religion for its history of well-documented sins.
“Religion has been oppressive as fuck for a long time,” he said. “I didn’t know that I would kind of become the face of religion when really I’m not a religious person. I think there’s a distinction between being religious — adhering to the customs created by man, oftentimes appropriating the awe reserved for who I believe is a very real God — and using it to control people, to take money from people, to abuse children,...
Chris Pratt is seeking to change some widespread perceptions about his religious views.
The Jurassic World trilogy star told Men’s Health in a new cover story that he’s not nearly as religious as people think (“spiritual” might be a more accurate word based on his description, though he doesn’t use it). Pratt also strongly criticized organized religion for its history of well-documented sins.
“Religion has been oppressive as fuck for a long time,” he said. “I didn’t know that I would kind of become the face of religion when really I’m not a religious person. I think there’s a distinction between being religious — adhering to the customs created by man, oftentimes appropriating the awe reserved for who I believe is a very real God — and using it to control people, to take money from people, to abuse children,...
- 6/28/2022
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: The Jewish non-profit Reboot has launched its own production company Reboot Studios, which will provide seed funding for and develop Jewish content across theater, television, film, podcasts, music and publishing.
The new banner stems from Reboot’s past successes funding projects across all media, including Saturday Night Seder, with Jason Alexander, Billy Porter, Henry Winkler, Pamela Adlon, Cynthia Erivo and more. That virtual Passover production was put on as a means of bolstering the CDC Foundation’s Coronavirus Emergency Response Fund in the early days of the pandemic, and would ultimately raise more than 2.9M.
Reboot Studios’ advisory board, comprised of distinguished industry leaders and creators who will be actively shepherding and guiding projects, includes Showtime’s EVP of Scripted Programming, Amy Israel; Oscar, Grammy, Tony, and Golden Globe Award-winning songwriter Benj Pasek (Dear Evan Hansen); Searchlight Pictures President David Greenbaum; Amblin Partners’ President of Production Jeb Brody; Tony...
The new banner stems from Reboot’s past successes funding projects across all media, including Saturday Night Seder, with Jason Alexander, Billy Porter, Henry Winkler, Pamela Adlon, Cynthia Erivo and more. That virtual Passover production was put on as a means of bolstering the CDC Foundation’s Coronavirus Emergency Response Fund in the early days of the pandemic, and would ultimately raise more than 2.9M.
Reboot Studios’ advisory board, comprised of distinguished industry leaders and creators who will be actively shepherding and guiding projects, includes Showtime’s EVP of Scripted Programming, Amy Israel; Oscar, Grammy, Tony, and Golden Globe Award-winning songwriter Benj Pasek (Dear Evan Hansen); Searchlight Pictures President David Greenbaum; Amblin Partners’ President of Production Jeb Brody; Tony...
- 6/28/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
The Pitch Perfect franchise is returning ... as a TV series!
Peacock announced today a straight-to-series order for Pitch Perfect.
Over three films, the Pitch Perfect franchise, which was inspired by the Mickey Rapkin book of the same name, collectively grossed nearly $600 million at the worldwide box office.
According to Peacock, the franchise" inspired a generation with its celebration of unapologetic women, irresistible music and outrageous humor. "
The comedy series will be executive produced by Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman (Brownstone Productions), Paul Brooks and Scott Neimeyer (Gold Circle Films), as well as Adam Devine and Megan Amram.
Brownstone and Gold Circle produced all three films in the Pitch Perfect series and Banks directed Pitch Perfect 2, which was the highest opening weekend for a musical in history, the biggest opener for a first-time feature film director, and the second-largest opening for a female director.
Devine, who appeared in the first...
Peacock announced today a straight-to-series order for Pitch Perfect.
Over three films, the Pitch Perfect franchise, which was inspired by the Mickey Rapkin book of the same name, collectively grossed nearly $600 million at the worldwide box office.
According to Peacock, the franchise" inspired a generation with its celebration of unapologetic women, irresistible music and outrageous humor. "
The comedy series will be executive produced by Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman (Brownstone Productions), Paul Brooks and Scott Neimeyer (Gold Circle Films), as well as Adam Devine and Megan Amram.
Brownstone and Gold Circle produced all three films in the Pitch Perfect series and Banks directed Pitch Perfect 2, which was the highest opening weekend for a musical in history, the biggest opener for a first-time feature film director, and the second-largest opening for a female director.
Devine, who appeared in the first...
- 9/21/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
A “Pitch Perfect” series has been ordered at Peacock with Adam Devine onboard to reprise his role from the film franchise, Variety has learned exclusively.
The series is set several years after the events of the films. Devine returns as Bumper Allen, who moves to Germany to revive his music career when one of his songs becomes big in Berlin.
Bumper was the main antagonist of the first film and the leader of the all-male a cappella group The Treblemakers. He returned in the second film as a supporting character and the love interest of Rebel Wilson’s character, Fat Amy. He worked as a backup singer for John Mayer before returning to his alma mater, Barden University, as a security guard.
“Pitch Perfect” will be written by Megan Amram, who will also serve as executive producer and showrunner. Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman of Brownstone Productions will also executive...
The series is set several years after the events of the films. Devine returns as Bumper Allen, who moves to Germany to revive his music career when one of his songs becomes big in Berlin.
Bumper was the main antagonist of the first film and the leader of the all-male a cappella group The Treblemakers. He returned in the second film as a supporting character and the love interest of Rebel Wilson’s character, Fat Amy. He worked as a backup singer for John Mayer before returning to his alma mater, Barden University, as a security guard.
“Pitch Perfect” will be written by Megan Amram, who will also serve as executive producer and showrunner. Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman of Brownstone Productions will also executive...
- 9/21/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Richard Kadrey, author of the fantasy book series “Sandman Slim,” has written an original screenplay called “Dark West” that will be adapted into a movie by “Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead” writer-director Kiah Roache-Turner.
Chris Goldberg’s Winterlight Pictures has optioned “Dark West” and set Roache-Turner to write the next draft of the script. Roache-Turner is eyeing to direct the film in his native Australia. Kadrey is also working on turning “Dark West” into a graphic novel.
“Dark West” is a vampire revenge thriller set on the highways of Texas that follows two car thieves who accidentally T-bone a pair of vampires in the middle of the night. The story is in the vein of the classic ’80s horror films “The Hitcher” and Kathryn Bigelow’s “Near Dark.”
The idea for “Dark West” came about after Kadrey’s “Sandman Slim” book series was optioned by Goldberg in his role as...
Chris Goldberg’s Winterlight Pictures has optioned “Dark West” and set Roache-Turner to write the next draft of the script. Roache-Turner is eyeing to direct the film in his native Australia. Kadrey is also working on turning “Dark West” into a graphic novel.
“Dark West” is a vampire revenge thriller set on the highways of Texas that follows two car thieves who accidentally T-bone a pair of vampires in the middle of the night. The story is in the vein of the classic ’80s horror films “The Hitcher” and Kathryn Bigelow’s “Near Dark.”
The idea for “Dark West” came about after Kadrey’s “Sandman Slim” book series was optioned by Goldberg in his role as...
- 3/5/2021
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Freeform has put into development a drama series produced by The Chainsmokers, the network announced on Monday.
Titled “Demo,” the series follows a 20-something musician who “dares to leave behind her struggling indie rock band and her working class family to try writing pop songs in Los Angeles,” according to the network. “Though at first she’s eager to shed her past, she soon discovers that the best songs tell the deepest truths–if only she can find the strength to tell hers.”
Alex Pall and Drew Taggart will serve as executive producers on the project via their Kick the Habit banner, alongside Dan Marcus and Adam Alpert. “Switched at Birth” and “Madam Secretary” alum Joy Gregory will write and co-executive produce.
Also Read: 'Dante's Inferno' Drama Series in Development at Freeform
Greg Silverman, Paul Shapiro and Cara Fano of Stampede Ventures will also executive produce.
Pall and...
Titled “Demo,” the series follows a 20-something musician who “dares to leave behind her struggling indie rock band and her working class family to try writing pop songs in Los Angeles,” according to the network. “Though at first she’s eager to shed her past, she soon discovers that the best songs tell the deepest truths–if only she can find the strength to tell hers.”
Alex Pall and Drew Taggart will serve as executive producers on the project via their Kick the Habit banner, alongside Dan Marcus and Adam Alpert. “Switched at Birth” and “Madam Secretary” alum Joy Gregory will write and co-executive produce.
Also Read: 'Dante's Inferno' Drama Series in Development at Freeform
Greg Silverman, Paul Shapiro and Cara Fano of Stampede Ventures will also executive produce.
Pall and...
- 11/25/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Freeform has put into development Demo, a music drama from writer Joy Gregory, The Chainsmokers’ Kick The Habit Productions and Greg Silverman’s Stampede Ventures.
Written by Gregory, Demo follows a 20-something musician who dares to leave behind her struggling indie rock band and her working class family to try writing pop songs in Los Angeles. Though at first she’s eager to shed her past, she soon discovers that the best songs tell the deepest truths—if only she can find the strength to tell hers.
Gregory executive produces with Kick The Habit’s Alex Pall, Drew Taggart, Dan Marcus and Adam Alpert and Stampede Ventures’ Silverman, Paul Shapiro and Cara Fano.
Gregory has worked on Madam Secretary since the middle of season 1, most recently as executive producer. She also was an executive producer on Switched at Birth.
Kick the Habit also has in development Paris at TriStar Pictures,...
Written by Gregory, Demo follows a 20-something musician who dares to leave behind her struggling indie rock band and her working class family to try writing pop songs in Los Angeles. Though at first she’s eager to shed her past, she soon discovers that the best songs tell the deepest truths—if only she can find the strength to tell hers.
Gregory executive produces with Kick The Habit’s Alex Pall, Drew Taggart, Dan Marcus and Adam Alpert and Stampede Ventures’ Silverman, Paul Shapiro and Cara Fano.
Gregory has worked on Madam Secretary since the middle of season 1, most recently as executive producer. She also was an executive producer on Switched at Birth.
Kick the Habit also has in development Paris at TriStar Pictures,...
- 11/25/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has given a series order to female-driven dramedy Maid, inspired by Stephan Land’s New York Times best-selling memoir Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive, from writer Molly Smith Metzler, John Wells Productions, Margot Robbie’s LuckyChap Entertainment and Warner Bros. Television, where Wells is under a deal and where the project had been in development.
Written by Metzler, inspired by Land’s book, Maid will chronicle a single mother who turns to housekeeping to—barely—make ends meet as she battles against poverty, homelessness, and bureaucracy. Told primarily through her point of view, Maid will be a beautiful, alive, gritty, and inspiring exploration of poverty in America.
Metzler executive produces and also will serve as showrunner. John Wells and Erin Jontow executive produce with John Wells Productions, along with Robbie, Tom Ackerley and Brett Hedblom via LuckyChap Entertainment,...
Written by Metzler, inspired by Land’s book, Maid will chronicle a single mother who turns to housekeeping to—barely—make ends meet as she battles against poverty, homelessness, and bureaucracy. Told primarily through her point of view, Maid will be a beautiful, alive, gritty, and inspiring exploration of poverty in America.
Metzler executive produces and also will serve as showrunner. John Wells and Erin Jontow executive produce with John Wells Productions, along with Robbie, Tom Ackerley and Brett Hedblom via LuckyChap Entertainment,...
- 11/20/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
One of the longest relationships between a writer-producer and a studio will continue. John Wells has signed a massive new five-year overall deal with Warner Bros. Television Group. Under the pact, believed to be in the nine-figure range and to run through 2024, Wells and his John Wells Prods. will remain based at the studio where the veteran writer-producer-director has been working for virtually his entire TV career to date, since landing a story editor job there in 1986.
Since then, Wells has executive produced a slew of successful and critically praised series for Warner Bros. TV, including ER, The West Wing, Southland, Shameless and Animal Kingdom.
Jwp currently has more than a dozen projects in the works, including the provocative Heart of a Lion, written by Wells based on a: Finnish film, which I hear is in talks at Showtime. Marking the first TV project Wells has written since adapting Paul Abbott’s British series Shameless,...
Since then, Wells has executive produced a slew of successful and critically praised series for Warner Bros. TV, including ER, The West Wing, Southland, Shameless and Animal Kingdom.
Jwp currently has more than a dozen projects in the works, including the provocative Heart of a Lion, written by Wells based on a: Finnish film, which I hear is in talks at Showtime. Marking the first TV project Wells has written since adapting Paul Abbott’s British series Shameless,...
- 6/20/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Grammy Award-winning artists/producer duo Drew Taggart and Alex Pall of the Chainsmokers have formed Kick the Habit Productions to develop and produce film, television, and digital projects.
Dan Marcus, a former digital media agent at UTA, has been named chief operating officer and president and will oversee development and production for the company. Adam Alpert, the duo’s manager and chief executive officer of Disruptor Records, will serve as CEO.
“We are beyond thrilled to have launched Kick the Habit Productions as we continue to bridge the gap between our overall artistic vision, the entertainment industry as a whole and our fans. The age of being only a musician is over and we’re excited to go all-in on this venture to curate, produce and create meaningful projects,” said Taggart and Pall in a joint statement.
The banner has set its first project with “Paris,” based on a pitch by Mickey Rapkin,...
Dan Marcus, a former digital media agent at UTA, has been named chief operating officer and president and will oversee development and production for the company. Adam Alpert, the duo’s manager and chief executive officer of Disruptor Records, will serve as CEO.
“We are beyond thrilled to have launched Kick the Habit Productions as we continue to bridge the gap between our overall artistic vision, the entertainment industry as a whole and our fans. The age of being only a musician is over and we’re excited to go all-in on this venture to curate, produce and create meaningful projects,” said Taggart and Pall in a joint statement.
The banner has set its first project with “Paris,” based on a pitch by Mickey Rapkin,...
- 11/6/2018
- by Justin Kroll
- Variety Film + TV
Grammy-winning DJs and dance-pop duo The Chainsmokers have formed a new production company, setting their first feature film project at TriStar.
Drew Taggart and Alex Pall of The Chainsmokers have formed Kick the Habit Productions, under which they’ll develop and produce film, TV and digital projects.
Dan Marcus, a former digital media agent at UTA, has been named chief operating officer and president and will oversee development and production for the company. Adam Alpert, the duo’s manager and CEO of Disruptor Records, will serve as the new company’s CEO.
Kick the Habit’s first project is “Paris,” which is based on a pitch by Mickey Rapkin and inspired by The Chainsmokers’ song of the same name. Rapkin will also write the screenplay.
Taggart, Pall, and Marcus will produce under the Kick The Habit banner, with Entertainment 360.
Drew Taggart and Alex Pall of The Chainsmokers have formed Kick the Habit Productions, under which they’ll develop and produce film, TV and digital projects.
Dan Marcus, a former digital media agent at UTA, has been named chief operating officer and president and will oversee development and production for the company. Adam Alpert, the duo’s manager and CEO of Disruptor Records, will serve as the new company’s CEO.
Kick the Habit’s first project is “Paris,” which is based on a pitch by Mickey Rapkin and inspired by The Chainsmokers’ song of the same name. Rapkin will also write the screenplay.
Taggart, Pall, and Marcus will produce under the Kick The Habit banner, with Entertainment 360.
- 11/5/2018
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
The Chainsmokers duo Drew Taggart and Alex Pall have launched Kick The Habit Productions to develop and produce film, television, and digital projects with former UTA agent Dan Marcus named President and COO. The group’s manager Adam Alpert will serve as CEO.
The company has made a deal with TriStar Pictures for its first project Paris, a film inspired by Chainsmokers’ hit single. It’s based on a pitch by Pitch Perfect author Mickey Rapkin, who will also pen the script.
Taggart, Pall, and Marcus will produce the pic with Entertainment 360, while TriStar’s Nicole Brown and Nick Krishnamurthy will oversee the project for the studio.
The Chainsmokers and Kick The Habit are repped by CAA.
The company has made a deal with TriStar Pictures for its first project Paris, a film inspired by Chainsmokers’ hit single. It’s based on a pitch by Pitch Perfect author Mickey Rapkin, who will also pen the script.
Taggart, Pall, and Marcus will produce the pic with Entertainment 360, while TriStar’s Nicole Brown and Nick Krishnamurthy will oversee the project for the studio.
The Chainsmokers and Kick The Habit are repped by CAA.
- 11/5/2018
- by Amanda N'Duka
- Deadline Film + TV
From song of the summer to studio feature, The Chainsmokers are set to produce a movie based on their popular track "Paris."
Drew Taggart and Alex Pall are developing a feature based on their 2017 hit single. Mickey Rapkin, the author who wrote the book that was the inspiration for the Pitch Perfect franchise, is set to write the screenplay for Tri-Star.
The Chainsmokers will produce the feature through their newly formed Kick The Habit Productions banner. Dan Marcus, a former Digital Media agent at UTA, has been named COO and president and will oversee development and ...
Drew Taggart and Alex Pall are developing a feature based on their 2017 hit single. Mickey Rapkin, the author who wrote the book that was the inspiration for the Pitch Perfect franchise, is set to write the screenplay for Tri-Star.
The Chainsmokers will produce the feature through their newly formed Kick The Habit Productions banner. Dan Marcus, a former Digital Media agent at UTA, has been named COO and president and will oversee development and ...
- 11/5/2018
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
From song of the summer to studio feature, The Chainsmokers are set to produce a movie based on their popular track "Paris."
Drew Taggart and Alex Pall are developing a feature based on their 2017 hit single. Mickey Rapkin, the author who wrote the book that was the inspiration for the Pitch Perfect franchise, is set to write the screenplay for Tri-Star.
The Chainsmokers will produce the feature through their newly formed Kick The Habit Productions banner. Dan Marcus, a former Digital Media agent at UTA, has been named COO and president and will oversee development and ...
Drew Taggart and Alex Pall are developing a feature based on their 2017 hit single. Mickey Rapkin, the author who wrote the book that was the inspiration for the Pitch Perfect franchise, is set to write the screenplay for Tri-Star.
The Chainsmokers will produce the feature through their newly formed Kick The Habit Productions banner. Dan Marcus, a former Digital Media agent at UTA, has been named COO and president and will oversee development and ...
- 11/5/2018
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Bellas are back once again for a third and final installment of everyone's favorite aca-franchise. Pitch Perfect 3 follows the a capella group we first met on screen in the 2012 original, based on a nonfiction book by Mickey Rapkin. Now, following the events of 2015's Pitch Perfect 2, the ladies are college graduates and attempting to make it in the world with more than just their talent for singing sans instrumentation. All of the Bellas have returned for the second sequel of the series, which has already grossed more than $400 million worldwide and maintained primarily positive reviews (the original's Rotten Tomatoes score: 80%; the first sequel's score: 66%). Our favorite a capella commentators are also back, as you can see in the...
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- 9/25/2017
- by Christopher Campbell
- Movies.com
The Bellas are back once again for a third and final installment of everyone's favorite aca-franchise. Pitch Perfect 3 follows the a capella group we first met on screen in the 2012 original, based on a nonfiction book by Mickey Rapkin. Now, following the events of 2015's Pitch Perfect 2, the ladies are college graduates and attempting to make it in the world with more than just their talent for singing sans instrumentation. All of the Bellas have returned...
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- 9/25/2017
- by affiliates@fandango.com
- Fandango
Nick Jonas is inspiring major fitness goals.
The 24-year-old star has grown up before his fans' very eyes, and in the December issue of Men's Fitness, he reveals how he went from a "teen idol" to getting "leading man ripped."
On the cover of the magazine, Jonas flashes his impressive six-pack abs while giving a sultry stare. The image is reminiscent of the crotch-grabbing photo he posed for in Flare magazine back in 2014.
Exclusive: Nick Jonas Compares 'Living a Public Life' to Getting Hazed
"The way I work out is really placing trust in the people around me," Jonas says in a behind-the-scenes look at his Men's Fitness photo shoot. "I've got a couple good trainers that keep all of my workouts in order."
The "Close" singer says he tries to be healthy because he loves "being fit," but he's also a Type 1 diabetic. Jonas admits in his interview with Men's Fitness's Mickey Rapkin that at age...
The 24-year-old star has grown up before his fans' very eyes, and in the December issue of Men's Fitness, he reveals how he went from a "teen idol" to getting "leading man ripped."
On the cover of the magazine, Jonas flashes his impressive six-pack abs while giving a sultry stare. The image is reminiscent of the crotch-grabbing photo he posed for in Flare magazine back in 2014.
Exclusive: Nick Jonas Compares 'Living a Public Life' to Getting Hazed
"The way I work out is really placing trust in the people around me," Jonas says in a behind-the-scenes look at his Men's Fitness photo shoot. "I've got a couple good trainers that keep all of my workouts in order."
The "Close" singer says he tries to be healthy because he loves "being fit," but he's also a Type 1 diabetic. Jonas admits in his interview with Men's Fitness's Mickey Rapkin that at age...
- 11/16/2016
- Entertainment Tonight
"Ghostbusters" director Paul Feig is set to produce the film adaptation of Mickey Rapkin's recent Elle magazine article "Supermodel Snowpocalypse" for Paramount Pictures.
The true story tale is set in 1977 and follows a group of models including Jerry Hall and Maria Hanson, ad executives, and two aspiring model sisters.
The group traveled to Chile for a lavish fur-themed photoshoot., only for a snowstorm to hit and trap them at a mountain ski resort. The gang soon turned the place into their own drug-fueled Studio 54 with the other Brazilian and Argentinian patrons.
Stranded for a week with no working phones and the only access out of the building through a second-storey window, the American crew hatched a plan to escape back home.
Jessie Henderson will also produce the project which Feig will not direct.
Source: THR...
The true story tale is set in 1977 and follows a group of models including Jerry Hall and Maria Hanson, ad executives, and two aspiring model sisters.
The group traveled to Chile for a lavish fur-themed photoshoot., only for a snowstorm to hit and trap them at a mountain ski resort. The gang soon turned the place into their own drug-fueled Studio 54 with the other Brazilian and Argentinian patrons.
Stranded for a week with no working phones and the only access out of the building through a second-storey window, the American crew hatched a plan to escape back home.
Jessie Henderson will also produce the project which Feig will not direct.
Source: THR...
- 7/27/2016
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Paul Feig ain’t afraid of no ghosts, but an epic blizzard may be another story. The filmmaker has signed on to make the intriguingly titled Supermodel Snowpocalypse, about fashionistas caught in a snowstorm in Chile. It’s based on an article by Mickey Rapkin, who is best known for writing the book that inspired Pitch Perfect. THR reports Paramount has […]
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- 7/26/2016
- by Angie Han
- Slash Film
Tony Sokol Jul 27, 2016
The 1977 story of supermodels being snowed in on the slopes of Chile is heading to the movies...
This article first appeared at Den Of Geek Us.
Paramount has picked up the rights to Supermodel Snowpocalypse, an Elle magazine article written by Mickey Rapkin and Ghostbusters and Bridesmaids director Paul Feig will oversee its transition to the big screen.
Feig won’t be directing the adaptation, just producing it under his Feigco banner with his partner Jessie Hendeson. Feig, who directed The Heat and Bridesmaids, also produced The Peanuts Movie for Fox.
Supermodel Snowpocalypse will tell the story of a group of models, including Jerry Hall and Maria Hanson, ad execs and photographers who went to a mountain ski resort in Chile for a lavish fur-themed photoshoot in 1977. The group got snowed-in by a big storm and kept warm by partying like it was, well, 1977. They dug themselves...
The 1977 story of supermodels being snowed in on the slopes of Chile is heading to the movies...
This article first appeared at Den Of Geek Us.
Paramount has picked up the rights to Supermodel Snowpocalypse, an Elle magazine article written by Mickey Rapkin and Ghostbusters and Bridesmaids director Paul Feig will oversee its transition to the big screen.
Feig won’t be directing the adaptation, just producing it under his Feigco banner with his partner Jessie Hendeson. Feig, who directed The Heat and Bridesmaids, also produced The Peanuts Movie for Fox.
Supermodel Snowpocalypse will tell the story of a group of models, including Jerry Hall and Maria Hanson, ad execs and photographers who went to a mountain ski resort in Chile for a lavish fur-themed photoshoot in 1977. The group got snowed-in by a big storm and kept warm by partying like it was, well, 1977. They dug themselves...
- 7/26/2016
- Den of Geek
Paul Feig and Paramount Pictures are throwing a very fashionable party in the middle of a life-threatening snowstorm, TheWrap has learned. Feig’s Feigco Entertainment and the studio have secured the rights to “Supermodel Snowpocalypse,” based on a February 2016 Elle magazine story by Mickey Rapkin, an individual familiar with the deal told TheWrap. The piece follows a location scout for a Neiman Marcus catalogue shoot that becomes quickly endangered by a crushing blizzard. The real-life fashion types included ad execs, Neiman’s staff, a photographer and models including a young Jerry Hall. Feig is only attached to produce at the moment,...
- 7/26/2016
- by Matt Donnelly
- The Wrap
Rebel Wilson opened up about everything from overcoming her debilitating childhood shyness to getting naked on camera during a recent interview with the author of Pitch Perfect. Mickey Rapkin, who authored the book Pitch Perfect on which the film was based, caught up with the actress for Marie Claire's July issue cover story. During a hike though Griffith Park in L.A., Wilson revealed she was extremely shy as a child, and that her mother used acting classes as a way of prying her out of her shell. "I was so unusually shy, bordering on a social disorder. So my...
- 5/26/2016
- by Michael Miller, @write_miller
- PEOPLE.com
Rebel Wilson opened up about everything from overcoming her debilitating childhood shyness to getting naked on camera during a recent interview with the author of Pitch Perfect. Mickey Rapkin, who authored the book Pitch Perfect on which the film was based, caught up with the actress for Marie Claire's July issue cover story. During a hike though Griffith Park in L.A., Wilson revealed she was extremely shy as a child, and that her mother used acting classes as a way of prying her out of her shell. "I was so unusually shy, bordering on a social disorder. So my...
- 5/26/2016
- by Michael Miller, @write_miller
- PEOPLE.com
“Pitch Perfect 2 is a sweet, funny bit of fluff that never hits a sour note!” said Jim Batts in his review for one of the best movies of 2015.
The fabulous Bellas of Barden University are back to compete in the World Championships of A Cappella after a scandal threatens their legacy in Pitch Perfect 2.
The high-spirited sequel to the movie that sparked a worldwide phenomenon is coming to Digital HD on September 1st and Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand September 22 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
Pitch Perfect 2 is packed with more original musical arrangements, memorable one-liners and offbeat romance as the original’s most beloved characters fight to regain their former glory on a worldwide stage facing off against the toughest competition on the planet. Hysterical behind-the-scenes bonus features, never-before-seen deleted footage, all-new musical performances and a hilarious gag reel make Pitch Perfect 2 a must own on Blu-ray™ and DVD.
The fabulous Bellas of Barden University are back to compete in the World Championships of A Cappella after a scandal threatens their legacy in Pitch Perfect 2.
The high-spirited sequel to the movie that sparked a worldwide phenomenon is coming to Digital HD on September 1st and Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand September 22 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
Pitch Perfect 2 is packed with more original musical arrangements, memorable one-liners and offbeat romance as the original’s most beloved characters fight to regain their former glory on a worldwide stage facing off against the toughest competition on the planet. Hysterical behind-the-scenes bonus features, never-before-seen deleted footage, all-new musical performances and a hilarious gag reel make Pitch Perfect 2 a must own on Blu-ray™ and DVD.
- 9/18/2015
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
With a new album on the way and plenty of social media buzz, Selena Gomez is on top of her game as she poses on the front page of the October 2015 issue of Elle magazine.
Chatting with Mickey Rapkin, the “Wizards of Waverly Place” babe explains why she fired her manager, signed with a new record label and pretty much overhauled her whole image.
Selena states, “I wanted to be a little uncomfortable. That’s why I made all of these decisions within a year. I wanted to be my own person. I wanted to test myself. I wanted to see if I could really do it.”...
Chatting with Mickey Rapkin, the “Wizards of Waverly Place” babe explains why she fired her manager, signed with a new record label and pretty much overhauled her whole image.
Selena states, “I wanted to be a little uncomfortable. That’s why I made all of these decisions within a year. I wanted to be my own person. I wanted to test myself. I wanted to see if I could really do it.”...
- 9/16/2015
- GossipCenter
They're back, pitches — again. That's right, Universal is moving forward with "Pitch Perfect 3" after hauling over $250 million worldwide for the second installment now in theaters. THR reports that Universal and Gold Circle are in negotiations to reunite with screenwriter Kay Cannon, who first adapted Mickey Rapkin's "Pitch Perfect: The Quest for Collegiate A Cappella Glory" for the 2012 original. This was inevitable given the smash success of both films, which were made relatively on the cheap. Whether or not Elizabeth Banks will return to direct the third film remains up in the air. Watch: Elizabeth Banks on Directing "Pitch Perfect" Sequel, Saving Brian Wilson as "Love & Mercy" Hero Melinda Ledbetter (Exclusive Video) Cannon turned to writing, as many performers do, when her acting career wasn't taking off. The Second City improv star was discovered and mentored by Tina Fey on "30 Rock" when she was married to her...
- 6/10/2015
- by Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio
- Thompson on Hollywood
Chicago – In the latest HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 40 pairs of advance-screening movie passes up for grabs to the highly anticipated sequel “Pitch Perfect 2” starring Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson!
“Pitch Perfect 2,” which opens on May 15, 2015 and is rated “PG-13,” also stars Elizabeth Banks, Hailee Steinfeld, Brittany Snow, Skylar Astin, Alexis Knapp, Anna Camp and Hana Mae Lee from director Elizabeth Banks and writer Kay Cannon based on characters by Mickey Rapkin.
To win your free “Pitch Perfect 2” passes courtesy of HollywoodChicago.com, just get interactive with our social media widget below. That’s it! This screening is on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 7 p.m. in downtown Chicago. The more social actions you complete, the more points you score and the higher yours odds of winning! Completing these social actions only increases your odds of winning; this doesn’t intensify your competition!
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“Pitch Perfect 2,” which opens on May 15, 2015 and is rated “PG-13,” also stars Elizabeth Banks, Hailee Steinfeld, Brittany Snow, Skylar Astin, Alexis Knapp, Anna Camp and Hana Mae Lee from director Elizabeth Banks and writer Kay Cannon based on characters by Mickey Rapkin.
To win your free “Pitch Perfect 2” passes courtesy of HollywoodChicago.com, just get interactive with our social media widget below. That’s it! This screening is on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 7 p.m. in downtown Chicago. The more social actions you complete, the more points you score and the higher yours odds of winning! Completing these social actions only increases your odds of winning; this doesn’t intensify your competition!
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- 5/10/2015
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
The Bellas take on the world in a new television promo for Pitch Perfect 2.
Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson and Anna Camp are all back along with new addition Hailee Steinfeld to conquer the most prestigious a capella singing competition in the world.
The disgraced Bellas have one shot at regaining their past glory, but only if they can triumph over the best a capella groups from across the globe.
Pitch Perfect 2 reunites much of the cast from the original movie, including Adam DeVine, Skylar Astin, Hana Mae Lee and Elizabeth Banks.
Banks is also producing and directing the sequel, with the first film's screenwriter Kay Cannon on board as well.
The Pitch Perfect characters are loosely adapted from Mickey Rapkin's non-fiction novel of the same name.
Universal Pictures will release Pitch Perfect 2 on May 15 in the Us and the UK.
Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson and Anna Camp are all back along with new addition Hailee Steinfeld to conquer the most prestigious a capella singing competition in the world.
The disgraced Bellas have one shot at regaining their past glory, but only if they can triumph over the best a capella groups from across the globe.
Pitch Perfect 2 reunites much of the cast from the original movie, including Adam DeVine, Skylar Astin, Hana Mae Lee and Elizabeth Banks.
Banks is also producing and directing the sequel, with the first film's screenwriter Kay Cannon on board as well.
The Pitch Perfect characters are loosely adapted from Mickey Rapkin's non-fiction novel of the same name.
Universal Pictures will release Pitch Perfect 2 on May 15 in the Us and the UK.
- 3/20/2015
- Digital Spy
T.I.'s interview with women's magazine 'Elle' may surprise you.
Rapper T.I. has some seriously sweet things to say about the opposite sex to Elle magazine -- and all the while he's promoting his new single where he refers to females as "mediocre h*s."
In a recent interview with the women's publication, T.I. explained his music and even gave some advice on having sex in the sand.
News: Snoop Dogg Ends Feud with Iggy Azalea, and We Have T.I. to Thank
In his song "No Mediocre," T.I. raps: "Had sex on the beach from Bermuda up to Cuba." This led Elle contributor Mickey Rapkin to have the rapper elaborate on his experiences with sex on the beach.
"You gotta have your utensils together, you know what I'm saying? A towel, a blanket -- come prepared for the elements," T.I. advises. "It's the kind of thing you do once, say you've...
Rapper T.I. has some seriously sweet things to say about the opposite sex to Elle magazine -- and all the while he's promoting his new single where he refers to females as "mediocre h*s."
In a recent interview with the women's publication, T.I. explained his music and even gave some advice on having sex in the sand.
News: Snoop Dogg Ends Feud with Iggy Azalea, and We Have T.I. to Thank
In his song "No Mediocre," T.I. raps: "Had sex on the beach from Bermuda up to Cuba." This led Elle contributor Mickey Rapkin to have the rapper elaborate on his experiences with sex on the beach.
"You gotta have your utensils together, you know what I'm saying? A towel, a blanket -- come prepared for the elements," T.I. advises. "It's the kind of thing you do once, say you've...
- 10/16/2014
- Entertainment Tonight
Did you know that rapper T.I. is “all about the love?”His midget wife, his larger than life existence is the subject of a piece in the November issue of Elle, online now and on newsstands nationwide October 21.Elle Women in Hollywood issue hits newsstands nationwide on October 21Rapper T.I. may get down and dirty on the mic with collaborators like Nelly, 2 Chainz, and Eminem, but, as Mickey Rapkin learns in the November issue of Elle, the unexpected family man is really all about the love. To read the full Q&A with T.I., head over to Elle.com or check it […]...
- 10/15/2014
- by April Neale
- Monsters and Critics
Exclusive: Oscar Sharp has been signed to a blind deal to hatch a film through Tobey Maguire’s development financing arm of Material Pictures. This comes after Sharp’s short film, The Karman Line, made it into SXSW and organically became a viral sensation. I can remember when clever short films like Saving Ryan’s Privates would be passed around via cassette, in hopes that agents or studio execs would notice. The digital age means that aspiring filmmakers need only to post their shorts, and watch the viewership numbers accumulate. The short got Sharp signed with UTA and Management 360. Sharp is a Fullbright Scholar and Tisch Mfa candidate.
Maguire separately used Material’s buying ability to acquire a pitch from Pitch Perfect author Mickey Rapkin that is based on his previous book Theater Geek. The deal was sealed as several studios bid on the material. Film 360 will produce along...
Maguire separately used Material’s buying ability to acquire a pitch from Pitch Perfect author Mickey Rapkin that is based on his previous book Theater Geek. The deal was sealed as several studios bid on the material. Film 360 will produce along...
- 8/22/2014
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline
He’s playing the lovable leading man in his latest rom-com, and Daniel Radcliffe is opening up about his own love life in the August 2014 issue of Elle.
While promoting “What If,” the “Harry Potter” star chatted with the mag’s editor Mickey Rapkin and opened up about losing his virginity.
Is there anything you’d do differently about losing your virginity?
“I’m one of the few people who seem to have had a really good first time.”
It all went as planned?
“It was with somebody I’d gotten to know very well. I’m happy to say I’ve had a lot better sex since then, but it wasn’t as horrendously embarrassing as a lot of other people’s were – like my friend who got drunk and did it with a stranger under a bridge.”...
While promoting “What If,” the “Harry Potter” star chatted with the mag’s editor Mickey Rapkin and opened up about losing his virginity.
Is there anything you’d do differently about losing your virginity?
“I’m one of the few people who seem to have had a really good first time.”
It all went as planned?
“It was with somebody I’d gotten to know very well. I’m happy to say I’ve had a lot better sex since then, but it wasn’t as horrendously embarrassing as a lot of other people’s were – like my friend who got drunk and did it with a stranger under a bridge.”...
- 7/24/2014
- GossipCenter
Going away to summer camp is a time-honored tradition, offering kids and teens the chance to make new friends, see new places, and experience life away from home. But it’s not all bonfires and mosquito nets for the sleepaway camps on our list. Check out some of the best-known summer camps for young performers—and the major celebrity alumni! Stagedoor Manor (New York)What do Natalie Portman, Lea Michele, Jon Cryer, and Robert Downey Jr. have in common? Among other things, they all spent childhood summers treading the boards at Stagedoor Manor. Located in Loch Sheldrake N.Y., Stagedoor is one of the most famous performing arts camps in the world. It was the subject of the 2006 documentary “Stagedoor,” Mickey Rapkin’s book “Theatre Geek: The Real Life Drama of a Summer at Stagedoor Manor,” and the inspiration for the 2003 independent film “Camp.” Other notable alums include Mandy Moore,...
- 7/22/2014
- backstage.com
Hailee Steinfeld is joining the cast of Pitch Perfect 2. The move makes her one of the few new high-profile additions to the cast, which sees Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson and Brittany Snow returning. Elizabeth Banks, who co-starred and produced the original, is directing this sequel. Kay Cannon, who wrote the script for the original movie -- an adaptation of the book by Mickey Rapkin -- is writing the sequel. Filming on the Gold Circle/Universal film begins in May. A May 15, 2015 release is planned. Steinfeld, 17, snagged an Oscar nomination for her work with Jeff Bridges
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- 4/30/2014
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Pottermore In a new interview conducted by Emma Watson for Wonderland, Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling revealed that she made a mistake by having Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley end up together at the conclusion of the series, calling the pairing "a form of wish fulfillment." Realzing that she might be "breaking people's hearts" by saying that, Rowling apologized to the fans, but said that Hermione should have married the title hero instead.
I can hear the rage and fury it might cause some fans, but if I’m absolutely honest, distance has given me perspective on that. It was a choice I made for very personal reasons, not for reasons of credibility. Am I breaking people’s hearts by saying this? I hope not.
Watson, who played Hermione in the WB-produced movies based on the books, agreed with Rowling and said that many fans will too.
I think...
I can hear the rage and fury it might cause some fans, but if I’m absolutely honest, distance has given me perspective on that. It was a choice I made for very personal reasons, not for reasons of credibility. Am I breaking people’s hearts by saying this? I hope not.
Watson, who played Hermione in the WB-produced movies based on the books, agreed with Rowling and said that many fans will too.
I think...
- 2/9/2014
- by BJSprecher Sprecher
- Reelzchannel.com
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Depp After a 10-year hiatus, the Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild Awards will return on February 15th at Paramount Studios. A new category will make its debut at the ceremony, the Distinguished Artisan Award, which the guild will bestow upon superstar actor and physical chameleon Johnny Depp. Said guild president Susan Cabral-Ebert in a statement, "Make-up and hair artisans agree that Johnny Depp is a wonderful selection to receive our first Distinguished Artisan Award. He, probably more than any other actor working today, uses the skills of our members to delineate his characters... A great artist himself, he allows others to shine."
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Grammys The 56th Annual Grammy Awards held on Sunday night was the gift that keeps on giving for Daft Punk. In addition to beating out Taylor Swift's "Red" for album of the year with "Random Access Memories," the French electronic duo took home awards for Record of the Year,...
Depp After a 10-year hiatus, the Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild Awards will return on February 15th at Paramount Studios. A new category will make its debut at the ceremony, the Distinguished Artisan Award, which the guild will bestow upon superstar actor and physical chameleon Johnny Depp. Said guild president Susan Cabral-Ebert in a statement, "Make-up and hair artisans agree that Johnny Depp is a wonderful selection to receive our first Distinguished Artisan Award. He, probably more than any other actor working today, uses the skills of our members to delineate his characters... A great artist himself, he allows others to shine."
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Grammys The 56th Annual Grammy Awards held on Sunday night was the gift that keeps on giving for Daft Punk. In addition to beating out Taylor Swift's "Red" for album of the year with "Random Access Memories," the French electronic duo took home awards for Record of the Year,...
- 1/29/2014
- by BJSprecher Sprecher
- Reelzchannel.com
Consider this the rare bit of movie news that manages to handily encapsulate the promise of so many, many things we’ve long wanted to see come true, ranging from dearly-held personal preferences (a love for movies about reticent a cappella stars and Rebel Wilson) and the hint of an industry sea change that everyone should be hungry for (more female directors). It’s worth singing about, you guys. THR reports that Elizabeth Banks is on board to direct the upcoming Pitch Perfect sequel, as the co-star and producer of the first film will now add “feature film director” to her resume (along with maintaining both her roles as supporting star and producer). Banks was apparently “instrumental” in making the first film a success, and her energy and passion for the project seem to heartily recommend her for the gig. Screenwriter Kay Cannon, who adapted Mickey Rapkin’s book for the first film’s script, is...
- 1/28/2014
- by Kate Erbland
- FilmSchoolRejects.com
Following the smash-hit success of 2012’s Pitch Perfect, which netted way over $100m. around the world and scooped a handful of awards along the way, the film’s original producer Elizabeth Banks is now set to make her feature directorial debut helming Pitch Perfect 2.
THR reports that Banks will helm the sequel to Universal and Gold Circle’s original hit musical-comedy, with insiders noting that Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson are likely to return.
Not only did the original do well at the box office, its soundtrack has gone on to break records since its release. Initially the sixth-highest best-selling album in 2012, it became the best-selling soundtrack of last year, and currently stands as the best-selling soundtrack in digital history, with Anna Kendrick’s song, Cups, impressively peaking at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 out in the Us, a feat rarely achieved by songs from the movies.
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THR reports that Banks will helm the sequel to Universal and Gold Circle’s original hit musical-comedy, with insiders noting that Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson are likely to return.
Not only did the original do well at the box office, its soundtrack has gone on to break records since its release. Initially the sixth-highest best-selling album in 2012, it became the best-selling soundtrack of last year, and currently stands as the best-selling soundtrack in digital history, with Anna Kendrick’s song, Cups, impressively peaking at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 out in the Us, a feat rarely achieved by songs from the movies.
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- 1/27/2014
- by Kenji Lloyd
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
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