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Hollywood

The name Hollywood conjures glitz and glamour, movie stars and theaters and palm tree-lined boulevards. Most recently, strike action by actors and screenwriters has upended productions.

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Canadian actor Donald Sutherland smiling

Actor Donald Sutherland dies at 88

The Canadian actor's expansive career stretched from the film "M*A*S*H" to the blockbuster series "The Hunger Games."
FilmJune 21, 202401:29 min
A black and white photo of Donald Sutherland

Actor Donald Sutherland dies aged 88

The Canadian actor was known for his roles in "M*A*S*H" and "The Hunger Games," among others.
FilmJune 20, 2024
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An intimate chat with Hollywood director George Lucas

American filmmaker George Lucas has profoundly influenced the movie industry and inspired generations of filmmakers.
FilmJune 15, 202426:06 min
Donald Duck and Scrooge McDuck in 'Mickey's Christmas Carol' (1983)

Donald Duck turns 90

The bumbling and fiery-tempered Donald Fauntleroy Duck made his debut in a short animation film on June 9, 1934.
FilmJune 7, 2024
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Harvey Weinstein: US court overturns 2020 rape conviction

The majority opinion argued that the judge committed serious errors and swayed jurors by admitting invalid testimony.
SocietyApril 25, 2024
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How indigenous cinema is conquering Hollywood

Indigenous filmmakers are changing how Hollywood portrays them and their stories on screen.
FilmMarch 9, 202426:06 min
Defendant Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, former armorer on the set of the movie "Rust", walks back to her seat after speaking with District Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer before her trial at District Court,

'Rust' armorer found guilty in Alec Baldwin shooting case

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was found guilty over the death of Halyna Hutchins on set and faces up to 18 months prison.
Law and JusticeMarch 7, 2024
Cast of 'Oppenheimer' at the SAG 2024 awards

SAG 2024: 'Oppenheimer' sweeps top awards

The SAG awards, considered an indicator of Oscar wins, saw Oppenheimer continue its victory run this award season.
CultureFebruary 25, 2024
Oscar statue

10 Oscar winners that made film history

A journey through 90 years of cinematic history —from "Gone With the Wind" to "Parasite."
FilmFebruary 24, 202426:35 min
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Oscar winners that made film history

A journey through 90 years of cinematic history —from "Gone With the Wind" to "Parasite."
CultureFebruary 24, 202426:05 min
Halle Berry plays the lead character in 'Catwoman' (2004)

Can Bollywood women be compared to those in Hollywood?

Do women in the similarly-named industries share enough in common to compare the two worlds?
CultureFebruary 6, 2024
Al Capone at a football game in 1931

Why Al Capone is still the most famous mobster ever

January 17 marks 125 years since the birth of Al Capone — one of the most notorious gangsters of all time.
FilmJanuary 17, 2024
Cast members from "Succesion" posing with the award for Outstanding Drama Series during the 75th Emmy Award.

'Succession' and 'The Bear' rule the Emmy Awards

"Succession," and "The Bear" each won six honors at the latest edition of the Emmy Awards.
CultureJanuary 16, 2024
The character of J. Robert Oppenheimer pulls down the brim of his hat as he walks through a row of photographers

Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' sweeps Golden Globes

Nolan focuses on the controversial "father of the atomic bomb" in his award-winning biopic, "Oppenheimer."
FilmJanuary 8, 2024
Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. pose with their awards for 'Oppenheimer,' during the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards

Golden Globes 2024: 'Oppenheimer' wins big

Christopher Nolan’s "Oppenheimer" scored five honors, while box office hit "Barbie" was left disappointed.
CultureJanuary 8, 2024
Timothee Chalamet in a scene from "Dune".

The most anticipated new films of 2024

"Dune: Part 2," Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" follow-up, as well as Bob Marley and Amy Winehouse biopics are highly awaited.
FilmDecember 29, 2023
Samuel L. Jackson attends 76th Annual Tony Awards at United Palace Theatre. He is wearing glasses and black formalwear.

Samuel L. Jackson: A movie icon at 75

Legend, pop-culture icon, activist, golfer: Samuel L.Jackson turns 75.
FilmDecember 20, 2023
The iconic Hollywood sign is seen on its 100th birthday.

Hollywood sign in Los Angeles turns 100

The anniversary was marked with a ceremony celebrating the iconic landmark, which once came close to being torn down.
FilmDecember 9, 202301:50 min
Hollywood actors striking with signs on the picket line

Hollywood actors ratify contract to formally end strike

The US actors have approved a deal with studios and streaming services. The deal shows a power shift in Hollywood.
FilmDecember 6, 2023
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Artificial intelligence conquers the car

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Cars and TransportationDecember 5, 202326:06 min
Patricia Arquette with children in Kampala, Uganda.

Why actress Patricia Arquette builds compost toilets

Inadequate sanitation kills 1,000 children a day. Hollywood star Patricia Arquette is helping to develop solutions.
Human RightsNovember 19, 2023
Berlin's Olympiastadium got a CGI makeover for "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes"

New 'Hunger Games' transforms German locations into Panem

Imposing Nazi, socialist and post-industrial sites inspired makers of "Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes."
FilmNovember 16, 2023
Hollywood actors with picket signs in Los Angeles

Hollywood actors reach deal with studios to end strike

The deal includes provisions for consent and compensation around the use of AI to clone actors' likenesses.
FilmNovember 9, 2023
A black-and-white close-up of legendary singer and actress Barbra Streisand.

Legendary singer-actor Barbra Streisand publishes memoirs

Now in her 80s, the superstar still sees herself as the girl next door, as she releases her memoir "My Name is Barbra."
CultureNovember 7, 2023
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BusinessOctober 25, 202312:33 min
People demonstrating

Strike continues in Hollywood

Actors have left studios and Hollywood is paralyzed. Unlike with the screenwriters, an agreement with the actors is nowh
BusinessOctober 25, 202305:43 min
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BusinessOctober 24, 202326:06 min
A image of picketing writers

Hollywood screenwriters' union agrees to end strike

The Writers Guild of America had reached a tentative deal with studios, which had met most demands.
FilmSeptember 27, 2023
USA | Streik in Hollywood Joely Fisher, Fran Drescher und Duncan Crabtree-Ireland

Despite writers' deal, Hollywood not yet going back to work

A standoff between screenwriters and Hollywood studio bosses could be ending soon. But actors are still on strike.
MediaSeptember 25, 202302:11 min
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Hollywood writers' strike

A screenwriters' strike halted film and TV production for months, costing billions. A deal to end it came in September
CultureSeptember 25, 2023
Members of actors union, SAGA-AFTRA and the writers union, the WGA, picket at Bronson Studios home of Netflix in Los Angeles

Hollywood writers reach 'tentative' deal with studios

Writers in Hollywood will go back to work if a tentative deal with the studios is approved by union members.
CultureSeptember 25, 2023
A general view of photographers at the opening red carpet at the 80th Venice.

80th Venice Film Festival: A less starry affair than usual

Due to the Hollywood strikes, fewer US actors and writers will be attending the festival to promote films.
FilmAugust 31, 20239 images
File photo of the winged golden lion that symbolizes the Venice Film Festival.

Venice Film Festival opens amid Hollywood strikes

Some of the films and directors have already sparked controversy even before screenings begin.
FilmAugust 30, 202302:33 min
Film still 'Priscilla': actors who look like Elvis and Priscilla Presley about to kiss on wedding day.

Venice film fest celebrates cinema despite Hollywood strikes

Fewer stars will attend, but Priscilla Presley and Adam Driver may appear. Other picks have sparked controversy.
FilmAugust 29, 2023
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 13: (L-R) Ben Whitehair, Frances Fisher, SAG President Fran Drescher, Joely Fisher, National Executive Director, and SAG-AFTRA members are seen, with raised right fists.

Hollywood strike: Why some productions are continuing anyway

Strikes in Tinseltown, a few productions continue anyway — but there are no scabs at work.
FilmAugust 18, 2023
Robert De Niro smiles during an interview

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FilmAugust 17, 2023
A picture of a new species of snake named for actor Harrison Ford

Scientists name new snake species after Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford's legendary Indiana Jones character may have "hated" snakes, but the actor now has one named after him.
Nature and EnvironmentAugust 16, 2023
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Hollywood writers and studios return to negotiations - Chinese firms licensing more German technology
BusinessAugust 11, 202312:32 min
Indiana Jones und das Rad des Schicksals / Filmstills

Will AI rule or ruin the movies?

Actors and writers are scared to get replaced by AI. But is the technology even good enough yet?
Digital WorldAugust 10, 202303:04 min
The trophy of the International Emmy Awards will be raised at the 44th ceremony.

Emmy Awards postponed due to Hollywood strikes

The 75th edition of the award ceremony has been pushed back to January 2024.
ArtsAugust 10, 2023
A black-and-white photo of William Friedkin

William Friedkin, director behind 'The Exorcist,' dies at 87

William Friedkin received widespread acclaim for his films including "The Exorcist" and "The French Connection."
FilmAugust 7, 2023
Advertisements for the films "Oppenheimer" and "Barbie" appear at AMC Theaters at The Grove on Thursday, July 20, 2023, in Los Angeles.

'Barbie' movie tops $1 billion in box office ticket sales

The film set a record for Greta Gerwig, making her the first solo female director to pass the billion-dollar benchmark.
CultureAugust 7, 2023
Golden Oscars Award statues seen in the foreground, and a huge golden statue holding up a star behind.

AI and film: Actors and writers fear obsolescence

Is artificial intelligence conquering film sets? The film industry is shaken up and demanding rules.
FilmJuly 21, 2023
SAG-AFTRA actors join the Writers Guild of America (WGA) on the picket line outside of Netflix offices in Los Angeles, California

Hollywood actors, writers in biggest strike in 6 decades

Actors in the US have joined screenwriters in the first dual strike action since 1960, walking off the job indefinitely.
FilmJuly 15, 202301:58 min
SAG-AFTRA actors' union protest

Hollywood actors join writers on picket lines

Hundreds of actors joined demonstrations by writers who had been marching for over two months.
BusinessJuly 15, 2023
Hollywood shuts down as actors join writers on strike

Hollywood shuts down as actors join writers on strike

Both groups say they're being short-changed even as production studios rake in huge profits.
FilmJuly 14, 202301:55 min
A film still from 'Stranger Things': A group of young people in 1980s style stand in front of a van with an ad that reads 'Surfer Boy Pizza'.

Hollywood strikes: Which productions are affected?

With the US screen actors' union joining screenwriters in their strike, TV series and film shoots have been halted.
FilmJuly 14, 2023
Actors' union SAGA-AFTRA and writers' union WGA workers striking outside of Bronson Studios building, which houses Netflix, on July 12

Hollywood actors join writers in strike

The strike marks one of the biggest Hollywood labor fights in decades as actors to begin picketing alongside writers.
MediaJuly 13, 2023