You can’t teach someone to be an artist; as Steven Soderbergh once noted, if you could “we’d all be Stanley Kubrick.” Yet you can teach the craft necessary for artists to express themselves, and in the case of many of the books that follow, you can provide the inspiration necessary to unlock an artist’s best and most exciting ideas. Here are 13 must-read volumes for any aspiring director, books that examine the job from a variety of technical, artistic, and logistical angles. Some are more nuts-and-bolts manuals on how to use the camera, others — the ones written by working directors like Bethany Rooney, Mary Lou Belli, and Ken Kwapis — survival guides for anyone who wants to sustain a career in the industry. Taken together, they provide a comprehensive look at what it takes to direct and arm filmmakers with the tools they need to succeed.
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- 3/15/2024
- by Jim Hemphill
- Indiewire
Many of the hottest TV stars walked the Emmy Awards red carpet on Monday in downtown Los Angeles. Gold Derby senior editor Denton Davidson and associate editor Latasha Ford enjoyed an exclusive spot on the cool afternoon, interviewing many of the celebrities who were nominated, presenting or part of their television show’s ensembles for Emmys 2023. The Fox ceremony was hosted by Anthony Anderson.
Watch each short video below by clicking that person’s name:
Brian Cox, Best Actor in a Drama Series nominee for “Succession”
Young Mazino, Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series nominee for “Beef”
Joseph Lee, Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series nominee for “Beef”
Rhea Seehorn, Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series nominee for “Better Call Saul”
Janelle James, Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series nominee for “Abbott Elementary”
Henry Winkler, Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series nominee for “Barry”
Dominique Fishback,...
Watch each short video below by clicking that person’s name:
Brian Cox, Best Actor in a Drama Series nominee for “Succession”
Young Mazino, Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series nominee for “Beef”
Joseph Lee, Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series nominee for “Beef”
Rhea Seehorn, Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series nominee for “Better Call Saul”
Janelle James, Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series nominee for “Abbott Elementary”
Henry Winkler, Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series nominee for “Barry”
Dominique Fishback,...
- 1/16/2024
- by Chris Beachum, Denton Davidson and Latasha Ford
- Gold Derby
After scoring big at such recent award shows as the Golden Globes and the Critics’ Choice Awards, FX’s The Bear has continued down the path of awards glory, claiming six statuettes at the 2023 Primetime Emmys.
At the ceremony, held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday night, the beloved Chicago restaurant-world comedy scored the prizes for Outstanding Comedy Series, Comedy Actor (Jeremy Allen White), Comedy Supporting Actress (Ayo Edebiri) and Comedy Supporting Actor (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), as well as the awards for Comedy Writing and Directing. With creator Christopher Storer, the recipient of the latter two awards, absent from tonight’s ceremony, EP-actor (and real-world chef) Matty Matheson stepped up to accept the Comedy Series prize on behalf of the team.
“What’s good? I just want to thank restaurants as a whole, hospitality as a whole,” said Matheson, before being kissed passionately on the mouth by excited co-star Moss-Bachrach.
At the ceremony, held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday night, the beloved Chicago restaurant-world comedy scored the prizes for Outstanding Comedy Series, Comedy Actor (Jeremy Allen White), Comedy Supporting Actress (Ayo Edebiri) and Comedy Supporting Actor (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), as well as the awards for Comedy Writing and Directing. With creator Christopher Storer, the recipient of the latter two awards, absent from tonight’s ceremony, EP-actor (and real-world chef) Matty Matheson stepped up to accept the Comedy Series prize on behalf of the team.
“What’s good? I just want to thank restaurants as a whole, hospitality as a whole,” said Matheson, before being kissed passionately on the mouth by excited co-star Moss-Bachrach.
- 1/16/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Emmys 2024: The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri & Succession’s Matthew Macfadyen Win For Their Outstanding Performances ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The wait is finally over, and the 75th Emmy Awards are finally happening after being delayed for several months. HBO series Succession is leading with the most nominations, followed by The White Lotus and Beef. Succession, The Bear and Beef took home most of the awards at the Emmys 2024. Host Anthony Anderson kickstarted the night with a bang.
The actors and the fans waited eagerly to find out which television stars made it this time. It’s a neck-to-neck fight between the stars who got nominated. Scroll below to get more details.
The first award was presented at night for the best actress in a supporting role in a comedy series, and The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri took home the award for her outstanding performance. The second award of the night was Lead Actress,...
The wait is finally over, and the 75th Emmy Awards are finally happening after being delayed for several months. HBO series Succession is leading with the most nominations, followed by The White Lotus and Beef. Succession, The Bear and Beef took home most of the awards at the Emmys 2024. Host Anthony Anderson kickstarted the night with a bang.
The actors and the fans waited eagerly to find out which television stars made it this time. It’s a neck-to-neck fight between the stars who got nominated. Scroll below to get more details.
The first award was presented at night for the best actress in a supporting role in a comedy series, and The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri took home the award for her outstanding performance. The second award of the night was Lead Actress,...
- 1/16/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The 75th Primetime Emmys offer the biggest night in television, as the stars and creators of entertainment on the small screen gather to celebrate each other. Anthony Anderson hosted the 2024 Emmys broadcast, which honored the finest in drama and comedy on television, as well as some love for limited series, variety shows, and even reality television.
"Succession" came away as the big winner with the trophy for Drama Series, as well as a couple of major acting awards for Kieran Culkin and Sarah Snook. On the comedy side, "The Bear" won the top Comedy Series prize, while stars Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach all won acting awards too. Finally, in the limited series category, "Beef" walked away with the major award for Limited Series, with Steven Yeun and Ali Wong taking home acting awards. Plus, the directors and writers for all of those shows took home trophies too.
"Succession" came away as the big winner with the trophy for Drama Series, as well as a couple of major acting awards for Kieran Culkin and Sarah Snook. On the comedy side, "The Bear" won the top Comedy Series prize, while stars Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach all won acting awards too. Finally, in the limited series category, "Beef" walked away with the major award for Limited Series, with Steven Yeun and Ali Wong taking home acting awards. Plus, the directors and writers for all of those shows took home trophies too.
- 1/16/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
On Sunday, December 3, 2023, the 5th Annual African American Film Critics Association (Aafca) TV Honors were held at Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica, California. Gold Derby associate editor Latasha Ford and senior editor Marcus J. Dixon were on the red carpet to interview honorees, award winners, legendary TV stars and more. Check out the exclusive red-carpet interviews with Jennifer Hudson, Delroy Lindo, Jessica Williams, Marla Gibbs and more above!
See Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jessica Williams, ‘P-Valley’ among winners in 5th Annual Aafca TV Awards
2023 honorees and winners list:
Honorees:
Jennifer Hudson – “We See You” Award
Marla Gibbs – Legend Award
Delroy Lindo – Legacy Award
“Ted Lasso” – Inclusion Award
“S.W.A.T.” – Impact Award
Winners:
Best TV Comedy – “Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
Best TV Drama – “P-Valley” (Starz)
Best New Show – “Mo” (Netflix)
Best Documentary – “The 1619 Project” (Onyx Collective/Hulu)
Best Limited Series – “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock)
Best TV Movie...
See Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jessica Williams, ‘P-Valley’ among winners in 5th Annual Aafca TV Awards
2023 honorees and winners list:
Honorees:
Jennifer Hudson – “We See You” Award
Marla Gibbs – Legend Award
Delroy Lindo – Legacy Award
“Ted Lasso” – Inclusion Award
“S.W.A.T.” – Impact Award
Winners:
Best TV Comedy – “Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
Best TV Drama – “P-Valley” (Starz)
Best New Show – “Mo” (Netflix)
Best Documentary – “The 1619 Project” (Onyx Collective/Hulu)
Best Limited Series – “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock)
Best TV Movie...
- 12/5/2023
- by Latasha Ford and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The DGA’s Women’s Steering Committee (Wsc) has announced the 2023 class of its Wsc Squad Mentorship Program. The latest class, which began in September, pairs 13 mid-career directors with well-established director-mentors.
“It is always exciting to kick off another year of the Wsc Mentorship Program,” said Shaz Bennett, cochair of the DGA’s Women’s Steering Committee. “The Wsc remains inspired by our community of mentors and mentees who have come together, united by a shared purpose — to uplift and empower one another. By joining forces on this journey of guidance and encouragement, we can all accomplish more than any one of us could alone. I can’t wait to see how these talented women lift each other up.”
The Wsc Squad Mentorship Program is led by directors DeMane Davis, Ashley Eakin, Morenike Joela Evans, Marie Jamora, Jen McGowan, and Rachel Raimist. The Wsc is cochaired by directors Shaz Bennett and Valerie Weiss,...
“It is always exciting to kick off another year of the Wsc Mentorship Program,” said Shaz Bennett, cochair of the DGA’s Women’s Steering Committee. “The Wsc remains inspired by our community of mentors and mentees who have come together, united by a shared purpose — to uplift and empower one another. By joining forces on this journey of guidance and encouragement, we can all accomplish more than any one of us could alone. I can’t wait to see how these talented women lift each other up.”
The Wsc Squad Mentorship Program is led by directors DeMane Davis, Ashley Eakin, Morenike Joela Evans, Marie Jamora, Jen McGowan, and Rachel Raimist. The Wsc is cochaired by directors Shaz Bennett and Valerie Weiss,...
- 10/5/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events. Predictions are updated every Thursday.
Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Oscars | Emmys | Grammys | Tonys
2023 Emmy Predictions:
Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series
Weekly Commentary: Official commentary coming soon.
The final Emmy voting rounds open on Aug. 17 at 9 a.m. Pt and close on Aug. 28 at 10 p.m. Pst.
Read: Variety’s Awards Circuit for the latest Creative Arts predictions in all categories.
2022 category...
Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
Oscars | Emmys | Grammys | Tonys
2023 Emmy Predictions:
Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series
Weekly Commentary: Official commentary coming soon.
The final Emmy voting rounds open on Aug. 17 at 9 a.m. Pt and close on Aug. 28 at 10 p.m. Pst.
Read: Variety’s Awards Circuit for the latest Creative Arts predictions in all categories.
2022 category...
- 8/3/2023
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
The African American Film Critics Association (Aafca) today announced the winners of its 5th Annual TV Awards, a list that includes Niecy Nash-Betts for Best TV Acting (Female) for her role in the limited series “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan for their roles for Best TV Acting (Male) for their work on “P-Valley,” Quinta Brunson for Best TV Writing for “Abbott Elementary,” “P-Valley” from Starz as both Best TV Drama and Best Ensemble, “Abbott Elementary” as Best TV Comedy and Jessica Williams from “Shrinking” as Breakout Star.
Also honored this year were Netflix’s “Mo” as Best New Show,” Hulu’s “The 1619 Project” as Best Documentary, Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” as Best Limited Series, Peacock’s “Shooting Stars” as Best TV-Movie and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper sharing the...
Also honored this year were Netflix’s “Mo” as Best New Show,” Hulu’s “The 1619 Project” as Best Documentary, Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” as Best Limited Series, Peacock’s “Shooting Stars” as Best TV-Movie and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper sharing the...
- 7/19/2023
- by Ray Richmond
- Gold Derby
Niecy Nash-Betts, Quinta Brunson and P-Valley are among the winners at the African American Film Critics Association’s fifth annual TV Honors, recognizing achievements in streaming and broadcast television.
Brunson was recognized for her writing on ABC’s Abbott Elementary, Nash-Betts for her performance in Netflix’s Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan for their work on Starz’s P-Valley.
In addition, Abbott Elementary was named best comedy series, while P-Valley landed the award for best drama.
Also among the winners are Netflix’s Mo for best new show and the Peacock series The Best Man: The Final Chapters for best limited series.
Additionally, the Aafca previously announced its plans to present special achievement honors to several recipients, including Egot winner Jennifer Hudson, who will be honored with the We See You Award; actor Delroy Lindo, known for roles in such films as Crooklyn,...
Brunson was recognized for her writing on ABC’s Abbott Elementary, Nash-Betts for her performance in Netflix’s Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan for their work on Starz’s P-Valley.
In addition, Abbott Elementary was named best comedy series, while P-Valley landed the award for best drama.
Also among the winners are Netflix’s Mo for best new show and the Peacock series The Best Man: The Final Chapters for best limited series.
Additionally, the Aafca previously announced its plans to present special achievement honors to several recipients, including Egot winner Jennifer Hudson, who will be honored with the We See You Award; actor Delroy Lindo, known for roles in such films as Crooklyn,...
- 7/19/2023
- by Xennia Hamilton
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Abbott Elementary” and “P-Valley” are among the top winners of the African American Film Critics Association (Aafca)’s fifth annual TV Honors, which recognizes exceptional achievements in broadcast television and streaming with an emphasis on entertainment representing the Black diaspora.
“Abbott Elementary” took home titles for best TV comedy and best TV writing (awarded to Quinta Brunson) while “P-Valley” was awarded best TV drama and best ensemble. Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Williams were also awarded best TV acting (female) and breakout star, respectively.
They join a slate of awardees including “P-Valley” stars J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan sharing the win for best TV acting (male) and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper from “The Ms. Pat Show” for best TV directing.
“Aafca is proud to recognize the brightest talents in television,” said Aafca co-founder and president Gil Robertson. With the entertainment industry...
“Abbott Elementary” took home titles for best TV comedy and best TV writing (awarded to Quinta Brunson) while “P-Valley” was awarded best TV drama and best ensemble. Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Williams were also awarded best TV acting (female) and breakout star, respectively.
They join a slate of awardees including “P-Valley” stars J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan sharing the win for best TV acting (male) and Mary Lou Belli, Debbie Allen, Tasha Smith, Henry Chan and Jordan E. Cooper from “The Ms. Pat Show” for best TV directing.
“Aafca is proud to recognize the brightest talents in television,” said Aafca co-founder and president Gil Robertson. With the entertainment industry...
- 7/19/2023
- by McKinley Franklin
- Variety Film + TV
The 5th Annual African-American Film Critics Association (Aafca) appears to be aligning somewhat with this year’s Emmy nominations in the recognition of Black talent both in front and behind the camera. ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” and its creator-star Quinta Brunson claimed the Best TV Comedy and Best TV Writing prizes (the latter of which won an Emmy in 2022), Niecy Nash-Betts claimed the Best TV Acting (Female) prize and “Shrinking” star Jessica Williams, who netted her first Emmy nomination last week, received the Breakout Star award.
Other winners included the highly-acclaimed but still Emmy-less “P-Valley,”, the winner of Best TV Drama and Best TV Acting (Male) for actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan, Netflix’s “Mo” taking Best New Show, and Limited Series honors went to Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters”, reuniting cast members such as Terrence Howard, Morris Chestnut and Nia Long, among many from...
Other winners included the highly-acclaimed but still Emmy-less “P-Valley,”, the winner of Best TV Drama and Best TV Acting (Male) for actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan, Netflix’s “Mo” taking Best New Show, and Limited Series honors went to Peacock’s “The Best Man: The Final Chapters”, reuniting cast members such as Terrence Howard, Morris Chestnut and Nia Long, among many from...
- 7/19/2023
- by Jason Clark
- The Wrap
Starz’s P-Valley won a leading three awards including Best Drama, Best Ensemble and Best Acting (Male) for J. Alphonse Nicholson and Nicco Annan as the African American Film Critics Association revealed winners Wednesday of its fifth annual TV Honors.
The other multiple winner this year is ABC’s Abbott Elementary, which was named Best Comedy, while its creator-star Quinta Brunson won for Best Writing.
Other notable winners include Niecy Nash-Betts, who won the Best Acting (Female) for Netflix’s Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and Jessica Williams, who won the Breakout Star Award for Apple TV+’s Shrinking.
The awards recognize achievements in broadcast TV and streaming with an emphasis on entertainment representing the Black diaspora. Winners will be feted during a luncheon August 27 in Santa Monica, where previously announced honors will also be bestowed on Jennifer Hudson (the We See You Award), Delroy Lindo (Legacy Award...
The other multiple winner this year is ABC’s Abbott Elementary, which was named Best Comedy, while its creator-star Quinta Brunson won for Best Writing.
Other notable winners include Niecy Nash-Betts, who won the Best Acting (Female) for Netflix’s Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and Jessica Williams, who won the Breakout Star Award for Apple TV+’s Shrinking.
The awards recognize achievements in broadcast TV and streaming with an emphasis on entertainment representing the Black diaspora. Winners will be feted during a luncheon August 27 in Santa Monica, where previously announced honors will also be bestowed on Jennifer Hudson (the We See You Award), Delroy Lindo (Legacy Award...
- 7/19/2023
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
The 2023 Emmy nominations were announced Wednesday, July 12 at 8:30 a.m. Pt / 11:30 a.m. Et. Nominations for the 75th Emmy Awards were revealed by Emmy nominee Yvette Nicole Brown and Academy Chair Frank Scherma at a live virtual ceremony streaming on Emmys.com/nominations. See the complete 2023 Emmy nominations list below (Creative Arts categories can be seen at the Emmys website).
This season, the Emmy Awards celebrates its 75th anniversary. What began as a modest ceremony with five awards at the Hollywood Athletic Club has evolved into television’s biggest night, celebrating excellence throughout the industry. In the age of “peak TV” with close to 600 original scripted series, the nominations recognize the importance of the writers, performers and all those who worked on television programs in the past year.
As a reminder, last year’s big Emmy winners were HBO’s “Succession” for Best Drama Series and Apple TV...
This season, the Emmy Awards celebrates its 75th anniversary. What began as a modest ceremony with five awards at the Hollywood Athletic Club has evolved into television’s biggest night, celebrating excellence throughout the industry. In the age of “peak TV” with close to 600 original scripted series, the nominations recognize the importance of the writers, performers and all those who worked on television programs in the past year.
As a reminder, last year’s big Emmy winners were HBO’s “Succession” for Best Drama Series and Apple TV...
- 7/12/2023
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
CBS delivered disappointing news this week, confirming True Lies won’t be returning for season two. The action series didn’t get picked up, making the two-part season one finale also the series finale. Directed by Mary Lou Belli from a script by Valentina Garza, episode 12 – “Lying Truths” – airs on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 9pm Et/Pt.
Steve Howey stars as Harry and Ginger Gonzaga stars as Helen. The season one cast also includes Erica Hernandez as Maria, Omar Miller as Gib, Mike O’Gorman as Luther, Annabella Didion as Dana, and Lucas Jaye as Jake.
“Lying Truths” Plot: After a van full of computer software containing confidential information about Omega Sector operatives gets hijacked, the team enlists the help of Max, a teen hacker, to learn who is going after the agency. When Harry and Helen discover that Max is dating their daughter, Dana, their actions put the mission in jeopardy.
Steve Howey stars as Harry and Ginger Gonzaga stars as Helen. The season one cast also includes Erica Hernandez as Maria, Omar Miller as Gib, Mike O’Gorman as Luther, Annabella Didion as Dana, and Lucas Jaye as Jake.
“Lying Truths” Plot: After a van full of computer software containing confidential information about Omega Sector operatives gets hijacked, the team enlists the help of Max, a teen hacker, to learn who is going after the agency. When Harry and Helen discover that Max is dating their daughter, Dana, their actions put the mission in jeopardy.
- 5/12/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
There will be no second season for CBS’ True Lies. The network has canceled the reboot of James Cameron’s hit 1994 action comedy movie after one season. The news comes ahead of the show’s Season 1 finale on May 17.
The decision is not surprising. True Lies has not been able to find an audience, ranking as CBS’ lowest-rated scripted series of the season. Its ratings remained relatively steady, indicating a loyal core audience, but they stayed low.
Related: ‘East New York’ Canceled By CBS After One Season
CBS today made renewal decisions on its three remaining bubble series, reversing the Friday cancellation of S.W.A.T. with a 13-episode order for a seventh and final season, and canceling freshman East New York. All three dramas come from outside studios.
True Lies, from Matt Nix, McG, Cameron and 20th Television, stars Steve Howey and Ginger Gonzaga in the roles made famous by Arnold Schwarzenegger...
The decision is not surprising. True Lies has not been able to find an audience, ranking as CBS’ lowest-rated scripted series of the season. Its ratings remained relatively steady, indicating a loyal core audience, but they stayed low.
Related: ‘East New York’ Canceled By CBS After One Season
CBS today made renewal decisions on its three remaining bubble series, reversing the Friday cancellation of S.W.A.T. with a 13-episode order for a seventh and final season, and canceling freshman East New York. All three dramas come from outside studios.
True Lies, from Matt Nix, McG, Cameron and 20th Television, stars Steve Howey and Ginger Gonzaga in the roles made famous by Arnold Schwarzenegger...
- 5/9/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Season one of CBS’s True Lies continues with episode eight, “Honest Manipulations.” Directed by Mary Lou Belli from a script by Kathryn Price and Nichole Millard, episode eight airs on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 10pm Et/Pt.
Steve Howey stars as Harry and Ginger Gonzaga stars as Helen. The season one cast also includes Erica Hernandez as Maria, Omar Miller as Gib, Mike O’Gorman as Luther, Annabella Didion as Dana, and Lucas Jaye as Jake.
“Honest Manipulations” Plot: Omega Sector has a new mission to manipulate the girlfriend of a hedge fund CEO in an attempt to collect sensitive data about the company to determine if they have been responsible for major catastrophes and loss of human life.
Steve Howey as Harry Tasker in ‘True Lies’ episode 8
The Season One Plot:
True Lies follows Harry Tasker (Howey), a first-class international spy for U.S. intelligence agency Omega Sector, and his wife,...
Steve Howey stars as Harry and Ginger Gonzaga stars as Helen. The season one cast also includes Erica Hernandez as Maria, Omar Miller as Gib, Mike O’Gorman as Luther, Annabella Didion as Dana, and Lucas Jaye as Jake.
“Honest Manipulations” Plot: Omega Sector has a new mission to manipulate the girlfriend of a hedge fund CEO in an attempt to collect sensitive data about the company to determine if they have been responsible for major catastrophes and loss of human life.
Steve Howey as Harry Tasker in ‘True Lies’ episode 8
The Season One Plot:
True Lies follows Harry Tasker (Howey), a first-class international spy for U.S. intelligence agency Omega Sector, and his wife,...
- 4/14/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Warner Bros. Discovery is continuing its directors program after all.
The company has rebranded the program, which was previously known as the Directors Workshop, as the Access Directors Program.
It comes after the company had an awkward moment last October, when it first announced that the initiative, which been lauded for their inclusion of diverse voices into the television industry, was being shuttered at Warner Bros. Television, where they have resided, as part of a massive slew of cuts.
Later that day, it announced that it would, in fact, bring it back, but it would be housed within Wbd’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion unit, rather than through Warner Bros. Television.
The Access Directors Program will ensure that graduates receive an opportunity to direct a full Warner Bros. Discovery television episode, as well as the ability to shadow directors on up to two television episodes and offer a small childcare stipend for directors while shadowing.
The company has rebranded the program, which was previously known as the Directors Workshop, as the Access Directors Program.
It comes after the company had an awkward moment last October, when it first announced that the initiative, which been lauded for their inclusion of diverse voices into the television industry, was being shuttered at Warner Bros. Television, where they have resided, as part of a massive slew of cuts.
Later that day, it announced that it would, in fact, bring it back, but it would be housed within Wbd’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion unit, rather than through Warner Bros. Television.
The Access Directors Program will ensure that graduates receive an opportunity to direct a full Warner Bros. Discovery television episode, as well as the ability to shadow directors on up to two television episodes and offer a small childcare stipend for directors while shadowing.
- 3/9/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
After the recent decision to reshape its directors’ training program, Warner Bros. Discovery (Wbd) announced its new Access Directors Program.
Wbd has rebranded and expanded the directors’ program to assist and nurture television directors through workshops and shadowing, led by Wbd’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Dei) team. Participants will receive the opportunity to direct a full Wbd television episode. In addition to workshops, directors will have the chance to work on Wbd shows and participate in a virtual curriculum focused on best practices and equity mindset sessions, with the ability to shadow directors on up to two television episodes (during which participants may receive a small childcare stipend).
In October, Warner Bros. Discovery revealed that, amid wider restructuring at Warner Bros. TV Group, its long-running Writers Workshop and Directors Workshop would move from Warner Bros. Television to the conglomerate’s Dei unit. The new Writers and Directors Workshop were...
Wbd has rebranded and expanded the directors’ program to assist and nurture television directors through workshops and shadowing, led by Wbd’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Dei) team. Participants will receive the opportunity to direct a full Wbd television episode. In addition to workshops, directors will have the chance to work on Wbd shows and participate in a virtual curriculum focused on best practices and equity mindset sessions, with the ability to shadow directors on up to two television episodes (during which participants may receive a small childcare stipend).
In October, Warner Bros. Discovery revealed that, amid wider restructuring at Warner Bros. TV Group, its long-running Writers Workshop and Directors Workshop would move from Warner Bros. Television to the conglomerate’s Dei unit. The new Writers and Directors Workshop were...
- 3/9/2023
- by Charna Flam
- Variety Film + TV
Ms. Pat is back for a third season of shenanigans as the Emmy-nominated comedy series “The Ms. Pat Show” continues. In celebration of Feb. 23 season premiere, series star Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams and showrunner Jordan E. Cooper sat down for a Variety TV Screening Series conversation, presented by BET+, to discuss classic sitcoms, getting “The Jeffersons” star Marla Gibbs to curse and tackling society’s ongoing obsession with Botox.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is based on Williams’ personal life, drawing from the comedienne’s past as a teenage mom and ex-felon. Williams concurrently serves as a writer and producer on the series, which she developed alongside Cooper. The Season 3 premiere also marks Cooper’s directing debut and he helmed three of the nine new episodes.
“We started this journey together,” Williams said, fondly reflecting on her collaboration with Cooper. “So to see him direct, it just brought tears to my eyes.
“The Ms. Pat Show” is based on Williams’ personal life, drawing from the comedienne’s past as a teenage mom and ex-felon. Williams concurrently serves as a writer and producer on the series, which she developed alongside Cooper. The Season 3 premiere also marks Cooper’s directing debut and he helmed three of the nine new episodes.
“We started this journey together,” Williams said, fondly reflecting on her collaboration with Cooper. “So to see him direct, it just brought tears to my eyes.
- 2/27/2023
- by Katie Reul
- Variety Film + TV
The Television Academy today announced its newly-elected Board of Governors, who will serve two-year terms.
The new members will begin serving their terms on January 1, 2023, running through December 31, 2024. According to the Academy, more than half of those elected are new to the boardroom and represent diverse talent and professions across the industry.
The 16 newly elected governors who will serve their first-ever term are: Bobbi Banks (Sound Editors), Eric Becker; Mary Lou Belli (Directors);Hillary Bibicoff (Professional Representatives); Patrick Cady, ASC (Cinematographers); Lamb Chamberlin (Animation); Megan Chao (Documentary Programming); Tessandra Chavez (Choreography); Yvette Cobarrubias (Commercials); David Hartle (Production Executives); Christina Lee (Public Relations); Robert M. Malachowski Jr., Ace (Picture Editors); Lynn Renee Maxcy (Writers); Eddie Perez (Stunts); Gloria Ponce (Children’s Programming); and Kimberly Wannop (Art Directors/Set Decorators).
Twelve governors are returning to serve a second term. They are: Wendy Aylsworth (Science & Technology); Nikki Carbonetta (Makeup...
The new members will begin serving their terms on January 1, 2023, running through December 31, 2024. According to the Academy, more than half of those elected are new to the boardroom and represent diverse talent and professions across the industry.
The 16 newly elected governors who will serve their first-ever term are: Bobbi Banks (Sound Editors), Eric Becker; Mary Lou Belli (Directors);Hillary Bibicoff (Professional Representatives); Patrick Cady, ASC (Cinematographers); Lamb Chamberlin (Animation); Megan Chao (Documentary Programming); Tessandra Chavez (Choreography); Yvette Cobarrubias (Commercials); David Hartle (Production Executives); Christina Lee (Public Relations); Robert M. Malachowski Jr., Ace (Picture Editors); Lynn Renee Maxcy (Writers); Eddie Perez (Stunts); Gloria Ponce (Children’s Programming); and Kimberly Wannop (Art Directors/Set Decorators).
Twelve governors are returning to serve a second term. They are: Wendy Aylsworth (Science & Technology); Nikki Carbonetta (Makeup...
- 11/18/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The Television Academy announced Friday the 16 members newly elected to its Board of Governors for the 2023–’24 term.
Additionally, 12 governors are returning for a second term, while two governor-elects are returning members to the board after several-year absences.
The announcement indicates that over half of those elected to the Academy’s Board of Governors this year are new to the boardroom and represent a diverse slate of talent and a variety of professions across the industry.
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Per the Academy’s release Friday, the 16 newly elected governors who will serve their first-ever term are: Bobbi Banks (Sound Editors), Eric Becker; Mary Lou Belli (Directors);Hillary Bibicoff (Professional Representatives); Patrick Cady, ASC (Cinematographers); Lamb Chamberlin (Animation); Megan Chao (Documentary Programming); Tessandra Chavez (Choreography); Yvette Cobarrubias (Commercials); David Hartle (Production Executives); Christina Lee (Public Relations); Robert M. Malachowski Jr.,...
Additionally, 12 governors are returning for a second term, while two governor-elects are returning members to the board after several-year absences.
The announcement indicates that over half of those elected to the Academy’s Board of Governors this year are new to the boardroom and represent a diverse slate of talent and a variety of professions across the industry.
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Per the Academy’s release Friday, the 16 newly elected governors who will serve their first-ever term are: Bobbi Banks (Sound Editors), Eric Becker; Mary Lou Belli (Directors);Hillary Bibicoff (Professional Representatives); Patrick Cady, ASC (Cinematographers); Lamb Chamberlin (Animation); Megan Chao (Documentary Programming); Tessandra Chavez (Choreography); Yvette Cobarrubias (Commercials); David Hartle (Production Executives); Christina Lee (Public Relations); Robert M. Malachowski Jr.,...
- 11/18/2022
- by Benjamin Lindsay
- The Wrap
There’s a new Board in town. The Television Academy is set to reveal the names of the newly-elected governors who will serve a two-year term. Many are first-timers. The approximately 70 board members include two representatives from each of the Academy’s approximately 31 peer groups, as well its officers.
The members announced on Friday will serve two-year terms between Jan. 1, 2023, and Dec. 31, 2024. Per the Academy, “More than half of those elected are new to the Academy’s boardroom and represent diverse talent and professions across the industry.”
Here are the returning Board of Governors members, back for a second term, and the peer group they represent: Wendy Aylsworth (Science & Technology); Nikki Carbonetta (Makeup Artists/Hairstylists); Tony Carey (Producers); Jill Dickerson (Reality Programming); Jo Disante (Television Executives); Joe Earle, Cas (Sound); Christie Lyn Lugo Leigh (Los Angeles Area); Luke Reichle (Costume Design & Supervision); Jeff Russo (Music); Derek Spears (Special Visual Effects); Kim Taylor-Coleman,...
The members announced on Friday will serve two-year terms between Jan. 1, 2023, and Dec. 31, 2024. Per the Academy, “More than half of those elected are new to the Academy’s boardroom and represent diverse talent and professions across the industry.”
Here are the returning Board of Governors members, back for a second term, and the peer group they represent: Wendy Aylsworth (Science & Technology); Nikki Carbonetta (Makeup Artists/Hairstylists); Tony Carey (Producers); Jill Dickerson (Reality Programming); Jo Disante (Television Executives); Joe Earle, Cas (Sound); Christie Lyn Lugo Leigh (Los Angeles Area); Luke Reichle (Costume Design & Supervision); Jeff Russo (Music); Derek Spears (Special Visual Effects); Kim Taylor-Coleman,...
- 11/18/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: NBCU Launch revealed its 2022-2023 class for its TV Directors Program and Female Forward. The new class and the shows they will direct as part of the program Tayo Amos (Chicago Fire), Melanie D’Andrea (Telemundo Global Studios-produced series), Kryzz Gautier (Telemundo Global Studios-produced series), Saray Guidetti (The Blacklist), Gia-Rayne Harris (Chicago P.D.), Elisabeth Rohm (Law & Order) and Nicole Taylor-Roberts (Chicago Med).
This year’s class includes directors who will helm a Telemundo scripted series as a new combined effort between NBCU Launch and Telemundo’s Mujeres Imparables (Unstoppable Women) as part of NBCU’s efforts to increase the number of experienced Hispanic female directors in scripted television.
During the 2022-23 program, veteran TV directors Mary Lou Belli and Bethany Rooney will lead the new class through curated workshops to prepare them to shadow and gain the necessary tools for their assignments. Additionally, NBCU Launch will help participants build their professional networks.
This year’s class includes directors who will helm a Telemundo scripted series as a new combined effort between NBCU Launch and Telemundo’s Mujeres Imparables (Unstoppable Women) as part of NBCU’s efforts to increase the number of experienced Hispanic female directors in scripted television.
During the 2022-23 program, veteran TV directors Mary Lou Belli and Bethany Rooney will lead the new class through curated workshops to prepare them to shadow and gain the necessary tools for their assignments. Additionally, NBCU Launch will help participants build their professional networks.
- 11/7/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Warner Bros. Discovery’s decision to end its long-running writers and directors training program, which the conglom announced Tuesday as part of a series of layoffs and budget cuts at Warner Bros. TV Group, drew a strong rebuke from different parts of the industry, including a stinging statement on Wednesday by the Directors Guild of America.
But what Warner Bros. Discovery hadn’t followed up to explain — and quickly revealed on Wednesday — is that its Writers Workshop and Directors Workshop will live on but now move from Warner Bros. Television and be housed inside the conglom’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion unit.
The shift will happen in April, after the current 2022–23 Wbtv Writers Workshop class winds down. New chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer Asif Sadiq will take over the workshop programs, which will join existing pipeline programs division led by Warner Bros. Discovery Dei vice president Grace Moss and overseen by Warner Bros.
But what Warner Bros. Discovery hadn’t followed up to explain — and quickly revealed on Wednesday — is that its Writers Workshop and Directors Workshop will live on but now move from Warner Bros. Television and be housed inside the conglom’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion unit.
The shift will happen in April, after the current 2022–23 Wbtv Writers Workshop class winds down. New chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer Asif Sadiq will take over the workshop programs, which will join existing pipeline programs division led by Warner Bros. Discovery Dei vice president Grace Moss and overseen by Warner Bros.
- 10/12/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
The Emmys often award the same shows over and over again, and, well, they did that again tonight by giving Best Comedy Series to last year’s winner “Ted Lasso” and Best Drama Series to the winner two years ago, “Succession.” But it wasn’t a sweep of the Comedy and Drama categories at the 74th Prime Emmy Awards by those two shows by any means.
In fact, the Emmys spread the wealth quite a bit: in the Comedy categories, “Ted Lasso” indeed won four Emmys: for Lead Actor Jason Sudeikis, Supporting Actor Brett Goldstein, and Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, as well as the top prize. But “Abbott Elementary” also won two major prizes: Sheryl Lee Ralph for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, and for Best Writing for a Comedy Series.
“Succession” only won three major Emmys: beyond the top prize, the only awards it claimed...
In fact, the Emmys spread the wealth quite a bit: in the Comedy categories, “Ted Lasso” indeed won four Emmys: for Lead Actor Jason Sudeikis, Supporting Actor Brett Goldstein, and Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, as well as the top prize. But “Abbott Elementary” also won two major prizes: Sheryl Lee Ralph for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, and for Best Writing for a Comedy Series.
“Succession” only won three major Emmys: beyond the top prize, the only awards it claimed...
- 9/13/2022
- by Christian Blauvelt
- Indiewire
The best of the 2021-2022 TV season has been revealed, first during the 74th Creative Arts Emmy Awards, which were handed on Sept. 3 and 4, before being followed by the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards hosted by Kenan Thompson on Sept. 12.
Among the 2022 nominees were “Succession”, which leads the way with the most nominations this year, at 25, while “Ted Lasso” closely followed with 20 nods. The HBO limited series, “The White Lotus”, also scored 20 nominations, while “Hacks” and “Only Murders in the Building” earned 17 apiece. (Check out all the biggest snubs and surprises.)
Check below for updates to the complete list of nominations, with winners in bold:
The 74th Primetime Emmy Awards (Sept. 12)
Outstanding Comedy Series
Abbott Elementary
Barry
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Hacks”
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Only Murders in the Building
Ted Lasso — *Winner!
What We Do in the Shadows
Outstanding Competition Program
The Amazing Race
Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Girrrls — *Winner!
Among the 2022 nominees were “Succession”, which leads the way with the most nominations this year, at 25, while “Ted Lasso” closely followed with 20 nods. The HBO limited series, “The White Lotus”, also scored 20 nominations, while “Hacks” and “Only Murders in the Building” earned 17 apiece. (Check out all the biggest snubs and surprises.)
Check below for updates to the complete list of nominations, with winners in bold:
The 74th Primetime Emmy Awards (Sept. 12)
Outstanding Comedy Series
Abbott Elementary
Barry
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Hacks”
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Only Murders in the Building
Ted Lasso — *Winner!
What We Do in the Shadows
Outstanding Competition Program
The Amazing Race
Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Girrrls — *Winner!
- 9/13/2022
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
The 74th Primetime Emmy Awards were presented on Monday (12) evening at the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles.
Winners (in bold) and nominees in key categories:
Drama Series Better Call Saul (AMC) Euphoria (HBO/HBO Max) Ozark (Netflix) Severance (Apple TV+) Squid Game (Netflix) Stranger Things (Netflix) Succession (HBO/HBO Max) Yellowjackets (Showtime) Comedy Series Abbott Elementary (ABC) Barry (HBO/HBO Max) Curb Your Enthusiasm (HBO/HBO Max) Hacks (HBO/HBO Max) The Marvelous Mrs Maisel (Amazon Prime Video) Only Murders In The Building (Hulu) Ted Lasso (Apple TV+) What We Do In The Shadows (FX) Limited Or Anthology Series...
Winners (in bold) and nominees in key categories:
Drama Series Better Call Saul (AMC) Euphoria (HBO/HBO Max) Ozark (Netflix) Severance (Apple TV+) Squid Game (Netflix) Stranger Things (Netflix) Succession (HBO/HBO Max) Yellowjackets (Showtime) Comedy Series Abbott Elementary (ABC) Barry (HBO/HBO Max) Curb Your Enthusiasm (HBO/HBO Max) Hacks (HBO/HBO Max) The Marvelous Mrs Maisel (Amazon Prime Video) Only Murders In The Building (Hulu) Ted Lasso (Apple TV+) What We Do In The Shadows (FX) Limited Or Anthology Series...
- 9/13/2022
- by John Hazelton
- ScreenDaily
The 74th annual Emmy Awards are in the books following a tight three-hour telecast on NBC that saw several repeat winners, along with quite a few surprising upsets.
During Monday’s Kenan Thompson-hosted ceremony, Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” won best comedy series for the second year in a row, HBO Max’s “The White Lotus” took top limited series and HBO’s “Succession” grabbed the highest honor of the night with outstanding drama series.
Earlier in the show, Netflix’s “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae became the first Asian actor to ever win lead actor in a drama series, and the fourth Asian person ever to win an acting Emmy, while HBO’s “Euphoria” star Zendaya became the first Black woman to win lead actress in a drama series, and the youngest two-time winner of any Emmy in history.
“Hacks” star Jean Smart won outstanding actress in a...
During Monday’s Kenan Thompson-hosted ceremony, Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” won best comedy series for the second year in a row, HBO Max’s “The White Lotus” took top limited series and HBO’s “Succession” grabbed the highest honor of the night with outstanding drama series.
Earlier in the show, Netflix’s “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae became the first Asian actor to ever win lead actor in a drama series, and the fourth Asian person ever to win an acting Emmy, while HBO’s “Euphoria” star Zendaya became the first Black woman to win lead actress in a drama series, and the youngest two-time winner of any Emmy in history.
“Hacks” star Jean Smart won outstanding actress in a...
- 9/13/2022
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
The 74th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards took place on Monday night, September 12, during a live ceremony hosted by Kenan Thompson that broadcast on NBC. So who were the big winners? Scroll down for the complete 2022 Emmy winners list in all 25 categories, updated throughout the night as they were announced.
See 2022 Creative Arts Emmys: Complete list of winners
“Succession” entered these awards with a leading 25 nominations, the most of any program in any genre. “Ted Lasso” was the top comedy with 20, tied with the leading limited series contender “The White Lotus.” But the lion’s share of categories were already decided at the Creative Arts Awards that took place over two ceremonies on September 3 and 4.
“Ted Lasso” was actually the biggest loser at those kudos going 0-10. It can still rebound at tonight’s main ceremony and repeat as Best Comedy Series, but that was a major hit, especially the Best Casting loss to “Abbott Elementary.
See 2022 Creative Arts Emmys: Complete list of winners
“Succession” entered these awards with a leading 25 nominations, the most of any program in any genre. “Ted Lasso” was the top comedy with 20, tied with the leading limited series contender “The White Lotus.” But the lion’s share of categories were already decided at the Creative Arts Awards that took place over two ceremonies on September 3 and 4.
“Ted Lasso” was actually the biggest loser at those kudos going 0-10. It can still rebound at tonight’s main ceremony and repeat as Best Comedy Series, but that was a major hit, especially the Best Casting loss to “Abbott Elementary.
- 9/12/2022
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official awards predictions for the upcoming Oscars and Emmys ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis; Awards Circuit Column, a weekly analysis dissecting the trends and contenders by television editor Michael Schneider (for Emmys) and Davis (for Oscars); Awards Circuit Podcast, a weekly interview series with talent and an expert roundtable discussion; and Awards Circuit Video analyzes various categories and contenders by Variety's leading awards pundits. Variety's unmatched coverage gives its readership unbeatable exposure in print and online, as well as provides inside reports on all the contenders in this year's awards season races.
To see all the latest predictions, of all the categories, in one place, visit The Emmys Collective
Visit each category, per the individual awards show from The Emmys Hub
To see old predictions and commentary,...
To see all the latest predictions, of all the categories, in one place, visit The Emmys Collective
Visit each category, per the individual awards show from The Emmys Hub
To see old predictions and commentary,...
- 8/11/2022
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
A version of this story about female directors first appeared in the Down to the Wire: Comedy issue of TheWrap’s awards magazine.
This year was far from a landmark for female directors at the Emmys, with only 13 women nominated against 32 men across the seven directing categories. Sure, that’s better than last year, when 47 men and only 11 women were nominated, and it’s much better than 2018, when the lamentable total was 44 men and only four (!) women.
But this year’s total is a step down from 2020, when the record 16 female directors that were nominated made up a full 33 of the total; this year, that has slipped down to just below 29.
Still, there’s one bright spot to make up for women being shut out of the Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special category or only managing one nomination each in the limited series, documentary/nonfiction and reality categories. The...
This year was far from a landmark for female directors at the Emmys, with only 13 women nominated against 32 men across the seven directing categories. Sure, that’s better than last year, when 47 men and only 11 women were nominated, and it’s much better than 2018, when the lamentable total was 44 men and only four (!) women.
But this year’s total is a step down from 2020, when the record 16 female directors that were nominated made up a full 33 of the total; this year, that has slipped down to just below 29.
Still, there’s one bright spot to make up for women being shut out of the Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special category or only managing one nomination each in the limited series, documentary/nonfiction and reality categories. The...
- 8/10/2022
- by Steve Pond
- The Wrap
The 2022 Emmys are set to return to the usual pre-pandemic type of ceremony in a big auditorium packed full of famous folk. Contrast that with the 2021 Emmys, which took place outside on The Event Deck at L.A. Live. On Monday, September 12, 2022, the Primetime Emmy Awards will air on NBC. Here’s everything to know about the 2022 Emmys including the leading nominees.
What time are the Emmys?
The 2022 Emmys will air live nationwide starting at 8 p.m. Et/5 p.m. Pt.
What channel are the Emmys on?
The Emmys air on NBC from coast-to-coast.
Who is hosting the Emmys?
NBC tap “Saturday Night Live” star Kenan Thompson to emcee. The last time the Emmys was on NBC in 2018, the hosts were “SNL” stand-outs Michael Che and Colin Jost. In 2014 and 2010 the network turned to “SNL” alum Seth Meyers and Jimmy Fallon, who each have their own late night talk show.
What time are the Emmys?
The 2022 Emmys will air live nationwide starting at 8 p.m. Et/5 p.m. Pt.
What channel are the Emmys on?
The Emmys air on NBC from coast-to-coast.
Who is hosting the Emmys?
NBC tap “Saturday Night Live” star Kenan Thompson to emcee. The last time the Emmys was on NBC in 2018, the hosts were “SNL” stand-outs Michael Che and Colin Jost. In 2014 and 2010 the network turned to “SNL” alum Seth Meyers and Jimmy Fallon, who each have their own late night talk show.
- 8/9/2022
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
The 2022 Emmy nominations were announced Tuesday, July 12 at 8:30 a.m. Pt / 11:30 a.m. Et. Nominations for the 74th Emmy Awards were revealed by Emmy winner J.B. Smoove and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” actress Melissa Fumero. Television Academy Chairman and CEO Frank Scherma joined them at the nominations announcement, which streamed live on Emmys.com. See the 2022 Emmy nominations list below. (For all Creative Arts categories visit the Emmys website.)
This year’s ceremony will take place Monday, September 12 at 8:00 p.m. Et and 5:00 p.m. Pt. The event will air on NBC and stream for the first time ever on Peacock. No host has been chosen yet for this year’s ceremony.
As a reminder, last year’s big Emmy winners were Netflix’s “The Crown” for Best Drama Series and Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” for Best Comedy Series. Which of your favorite TV programs will win this year?...
This year’s ceremony will take place Monday, September 12 at 8:00 p.m. Et and 5:00 p.m. Pt. The event will air on NBC and stream for the first time ever on Peacock. No host has been chosen yet for this year’s ceremony.
As a reminder, last year’s big Emmy winners were Netflix’s “The Crown” for Best Drama Series and Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” for Best Comedy Series. Which of your favorite TV programs will win this year?...
- 8/8/2022
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
The nominations for Best Comedy Directing at the Emmys have an equal combination of new shows, last year’s contenders and series making their returns after years between seasons. This category is particularly head-scratching because there are select standout nominees whose episodes are creatively artistic in their execution such as “Barry” or “Only Murders In The Building” against series frontrunners like “Ted Lasso” and “Hacks,” the latter of which won the category last year. So it begs the question of whether the passion of voters will side with a directorial achievement or with what’ll win the top award.
Here are Gold Derby’s current Best Comedy Directing Emmy 2022 racetrack odds:
“Barry” (“710N” by Bill Hader) — 5/1 odds
“Hacks” (“There Will Be Blood” by Lucia Aniello) — 6/1 odds
“Only Murders In The Building” (“The Boy From 6B” by Cherien Dabis) — 6/1 odds
“Ted Lasso” (“No Weddings and a Funeral” by Mj Delaney) — 6/1 odds...
Here are Gold Derby’s current Best Comedy Directing Emmy 2022 racetrack odds:
“Barry” (“710N” by Bill Hader) — 5/1 odds
“Hacks” (“There Will Be Blood” by Lucia Aniello) — 6/1 odds
“Only Murders In The Building” (“The Boy From 6B” by Cherien Dabis) — 6/1 odds
“Ted Lasso” (“No Weddings and a Funeral” by Mj Delaney) — 6/1 odds...
- 7/28/2022
- by Christopher Tsang
- Gold Derby
Among the pleasant surprises from this year’s Emmy nominations was widespread love for series like “Abbott Elementary,” “The Great” and “The White Lotus,” which held their own in categories full of favorites lauded heavily at the SAG Awards, guild awards and last year’s Emmys ceremony. Still, all of these shows were critical darlings that fans and industry insiders alike could have predicted would pick up at least a nod here or there.
The true tiny-but-mighty nominee this year is Mary Lou Belli, who made it into the comedy directing category for “Baby Daddy Groundhog Day,” Episode 5 of BET+’s “The Ms. Pat Show.” BET is hardly a regular player in the awards conversation, nor is its streamer that launched in 2019. No one was more shocked by the recognition for “The Ms. Pat Show” than Belli, who has devoted decades of her career to projects that have been criminally overlooked.
The true tiny-but-mighty nominee this year is Mary Lou Belli, who made it into the comedy directing category for “Baby Daddy Groundhog Day,” Episode 5 of BET+’s “The Ms. Pat Show.” BET is hardly a regular player in the awards conversation, nor is its streamer that launched in 2019. No one was more shocked by the recognition for “The Ms. Pat Show” than Belli, who has devoted decades of her career to projects that have been criminally overlooked.
- 7/14/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Apparently the next best thing to being Emmy nominated is being Emmy snubbed. At least, that seemed to be the case on Tuesday morning, when publicists quickly switched gears after their clients failed to get an Emmy nomination — and instead started pitching them to be included in the roundup of this year’s biggest “snubs.”
It’s a further sign of just how important the awards industrial complex has become in Hollywood. If you aren’t nominated, the next best thing is to have fans and the press agonizing about the fact that you should have been nominated. And sometimes it finally works: Look at how years of “Better Call Saul” star Rhea Seehorn being on the “snub” list got to the point that many of us in the media — myself included — started threatening to burn this whole town down if Seehorn didn’t get a nod. She finally did this year,...
It’s a further sign of just how important the awards industrial complex has become in Hollywood. If you aren’t nominated, the next best thing is to have fans and the press agonizing about the fact that you should have been nominated. And sometimes it finally works: Look at how years of “Better Call Saul” star Rhea Seehorn being on the “snub” list got to the point that many of us in the media — myself included — started threatening to burn this whole town down if Seehorn didn’t get a nod. She finally did this year,...
- 7/13/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
A number of stars doing double- and triple-duty on series have been rewarded for their off-camera work with writing or directing Emmy nominations this year, notably “Ozark’s” Jason Bateman, “Abbott Elementary’s” Quinta Brunson, “Barry’s” Bill Hader and “Only Murders in the Building’s” Steve Martin.
Meanwhile, indie film helmers are finding a warm welcome, with drama series directing noms going to Karyn Kusama for the pilot of Showtime’s “Yellowjackets,” Lorene Scafaria for the “Succession” episode “Too Much Birthday” and Cathy Yan for “The Disruption” installment of “Succession.”
Oscar winner Peter Jackson may add another trophy to his case. He earned a directing nomination for documentary/nonfiction program for his work on Disney+’s Beatles docuseries “Get Back.” Ben Stiller is up for Apple TV+ drama “Severance” and Bo Burnham is back with a nom for directing Jerrod Carmichael’s HBO standup special “Rothaniel.” Amy Poehler’s...
Meanwhile, indie film helmers are finding a warm welcome, with drama series directing noms going to Karyn Kusama for the pilot of Showtime’s “Yellowjackets,” Lorene Scafaria for the “Succession” episode “Too Much Birthday” and Cathy Yan for “The Disruption” installment of “Succession.”
Oscar winner Peter Jackson may add another trophy to his case. He earned a directing nomination for documentary/nonfiction program for his work on Disney+’s Beatles docuseries “Get Back.” Ben Stiller is up for Apple TV+ drama “Severance” and Bo Burnham is back with a nom for directing Jerrod Carmichael’s HBO standup special “Rothaniel.” Amy Poehler’s...
- 7/12/2022
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
The glass is half-full in the Emmy diversity landscape. At least that’s what we can tell ourselves with this year’s Primetime nominations.
Quinta Brunson’s historic showing as the first Black woman to score three noms for comedy series, lead actress and writing for ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” is one of the brightest spots of the lot.
An undeniable force in the industry, Zendaya became the youngest producer ever to be nominated for drama series for “Euphoria,” which she executive produces. In addition, at 25, she also became the youngest person ever to land two lead acting noms at the Emmys.
And how can we not mention “Squid Game,” the first non-English series to be recognized in TV Academy history? Not only did it rack up an impressive 14 noms overall, but also four acting mentions for Lee Jung-jae in lead actor, Jung Hoyeon in supporting actress and two supporting...
Quinta Brunson’s historic showing as the first Black woman to score three noms for comedy series, lead actress and writing for ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” is one of the brightest spots of the lot.
An undeniable force in the industry, Zendaya became the youngest producer ever to be nominated for drama series for “Euphoria,” which she executive produces. In addition, at 25, she also became the youngest person ever to land two lead acting noms at the Emmys.
And how can we not mention “Squid Game,” the first non-English series to be recognized in TV Academy history? Not only did it rack up an impressive 14 noms overall, but also four acting mentions for Lee Jung-jae in lead actor, Jung Hoyeon in supporting actress and two supporting...
- 7/12/2022
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
Director Lesli Linka Glatter was elected President of the Directors Guild of America at the union’s National Biennial Convention in Los Angeles on Saturday night.
Glatter replaced Thomas Schlamme, who was guild president for the last four years.
Glatter has been on the Guild’s National Board since 2003, most recently as First Vice-President, and before that as Fifth Vice-President. She’s been a member of three negotiating committees including the most recent, which brought in new residuals for directors in paid video on demand and other areas.
Additionally, 160 delegates representing more than 18,000 members of the DGA elected a new slate of officers and members of the National Board of Directors, which included Ron Howard, Barry Jenkins, Ava DuVernay, Paris Barclay and others.
“I am honored to have been chosen by my peers to serve as President, and am committed to continuing our Guild’s great legacy of protecting the...
Glatter replaced Thomas Schlamme, who was guild president for the last four years.
Glatter has been on the Guild’s National Board since 2003, most recently as First Vice-President, and before that as Fifth Vice-President. She’s been a member of three negotiating committees including the most recent, which brought in new residuals for directors in paid video on demand and other areas.
Additionally, 160 delegates representing more than 18,000 members of the DGA elected a new slate of officers and members of the National Board of Directors, which included Ron Howard, Barry Jenkins, Ava DuVernay, Paris Barclay and others.
“I am honored to have been chosen by my peers to serve as President, and am committed to continuing our Guild’s great legacy of protecting the...
- 9/19/2021
- by Sharon Waxman
- The Wrap
Twenty-one DGA members have graduated from the guild’s 2021 TV Mentorship Program, which pairs seasoned episodic television directors with members seeking to develop TV directing careers. Read the names below.
The program, which is part of the DGA’s diversity and inclusion initiative, pairs early-career directors (protégés) with veteran TV directors (mentors) who serve as their professional guides to the working world of episodic television.
“Today we shine a light on our graduating class for their talent, commitment and hard work – and extend our heartfelt gratitude to this exceptional group of accomplished mentors who dedicated so much of their time to teach, to listen, and to set their protégés up for success,” said DGA president Thomas Schlamme. “Seeking to build a career as an aspiring episodic television director in the middle of a pandemic couldn’t be more challenging, but every one of our graduates chose to take that time...
The program, which is part of the DGA’s diversity and inclusion initiative, pairs early-career directors (protégés) with veteran TV directors (mentors) who serve as their professional guides to the working world of episodic television.
“Today we shine a light on our graduating class for their talent, commitment and hard work – and extend our heartfelt gratitude to this exceptional group of accomplished mentors who dedicated so much of their time to teach, to listen, and to set their protégés up for success,” said DGA president Thomas Schlamme. “Seeking to build a career as an aspiring episodic television director in the middle of a pandemic couldn’t be more challenging, but every one of our graduates chose to take that time...
- 6/24/2021
- by David Robb
- Deadline Film + TV
Warner Bros Television Group on Tuesday revealed the 12 directors selected for the 2020 Warner Bros Television Directors’ Workshop, which will be held virtually this year because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The redesigned program has been condensed into two weeks (from the usual nine) of online learning, with lectures led by co-teachers Bethany Rooney and Mary Lou Belli along with various showrunners, directors, cinematographers and editors. The practical directing work normally done on Warners’ sets will now be done using co-habitating actors, with the directors work with them remotely.
The program launched in 2013 with the aim to directors from other creative fields for the transition to TV, and to spur equity and inclusion by providing opportunities for female helmers and those from underrepresented groups. It has seen 100% of the graduates from the past four classes go on to direct episodes of Warner Bros–produced series. Alums include Pamela Romanowsky, Marcus Stokes, Jennifer Phang,...
The redesigned program has been condensed into two weeks (from the usual nine) of online learning, with lectures led by co-teachers Bethany Rooney and Mary Lou Belli along with various showrunners, directors, cinematographers and editors. The practical directing work normally done on Warners’ sets will now be done using co-habitating actors, with the directors work with them remotely.
The program launched in 2013 with the aim to directors from other creative fields for the transition to TV, and to spur equity and inclusion by providing opportunities for female helmers and those from underrepresented groups. It has seen 100% of the graduates from the past four classes go on to direct episodes of Warner Bros–produced series. Alums include Pamela Romanowsky, Marcus Stokes, Jennifer Phang,...
- 7/7/2020
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Hey, "NCIS: New Orleans" fans. We are back to let you guys know what's about to go down in the next, new episode 7 that's due out next week. Thanks to CBS' latest press release, we do have a very heavy teaser description for episode 7 to tell you about. We've also got a couple of preview photos for episode 7 to go over. We'll also give you guys a link to those photos so you can see them for yourselves. So, let's get this spoiler session started. ' First thing's first, the title for episode 7 is called, "“Boom-Boom-Boom-Boom.” That is a very fitting title for this episode because things will definitely go boom in it. It sounds like episode 7 will feature some very dramatic, super intense, dangerous and possible action-filled scenes. In the new episode 6, a natural gas explosion is going to end up taking place at some movie theater.
- 11/6/2019
- by Chris
- OnTheFlix
The entire 2019 class of the Waner Bros. TV Directors’ Workshop has landed directing gigs on a Warner Bros. series.
The workshop aims to bring talent from other creative fields to television directing and increase diversity in the field. The latest class marks the seventh annual graduating class since its 2013 inception.
The upcoming assignments in the 2019-20 television season for new graduates include: Bola Ogun is set to direct an episode of “Legacies” and episodes of “Lucifer” and “God Friended Me”; America Young will direct an episode of “Blindspot” and “Legacies”; Lauren Petzke is set to direct an episode of “Legacies”; Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul will direct and episode of “God Friended Me”; Chell Stephen will direct an episode of “Riverdale”; Mo Perkins will helm an episode of “Manifest”; Ryan Zaragoza will direct an episode of “All American”; Caity Lotz is set to direct an episode foof “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow”; for...
The workshop aims to bring talent from other creative fields to television directing and increase diversity in the field. The latest class marks the seventh annual graduating class since its 2013 inception.
The upcoming assignments in the 2019-20 television season for new graduates include: Bola Ogun is set to direct an episode of “Legacies” and episodes of “Lucifer” and “God Friended Me”; America Young will direct an episode of “Blindspot” and “Legacies”; Lauren Petzke is set to direct an episode of “Legacies”; Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul will direct and episode of “God Friended Me”; Chell Stephen will direct an episode of “Riverdale”; Mo Perkins will helm an episode of “Manifest”; Ryan Zaragoza will direct an episode of “All American”; Caity Lotz is set to direct an episode foof “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow”; for...
- 8/28/2019
- by Dano Nissen
- Variety Film + TV
Graduates from Warner Bros. Television Group’s (Wbtvg) Directors’ Workshop class of 2019 are all ready to sit in the director’s chair. All participants of this year’s program have booked directing assignments on upcoming episodes of a Wbtvg series. On top of that, two of the directors have gone on to secure additional assignments — before even helming their first episode.
The Wbtvg Directors’ Workshop looks to discover new and innovative talent, prepare directors from other creative fields or the transition to television, and spur diversity and inclusion by providing increased opportunities for female directors and directors from ethnic minority groups. Since its inception in 2013, the Wbtvg Directors’ Workshop has helped to launch or further the TV directing careers of more than 50 women and/or people of color.
Below are the graduates from the Directors’ Workshop class and their directing assignments for the upcoming 2019–20 television season.
Bola Ogun is set...
The Wbtvg Directors’ Workshop looks to discover new and innovative talent, prepare directors from other creative fields or the transition to television, and spur diversity and inclusion by providing increased opportunities for female directors and directors from ethnic minority groups. Since its inception in 2013, the Wbtvg Directors’ Workshop has helped to launch or further the TV directing careers of more than 50 women and/or people of color.
Below are the graduates from the Directors’ Workshop class and their directing assignments for the upcoming 2019–20 television season.
Bola Ogun is set...
- 8/28/2019
- by Dino-Ray Ramos
- Deadline Film + TV
Thomas Schlamme was re-elected president of the Directors Guild of America by acclamation today by the delegates to the guild’s biennial convention. The Emmy-winning West Wing director was first elected in 2017.
“It is my honor to once again accept the position of President of the Directors Guild of America,” he said. “It’s a privilege I don’t take lightly. We’re in a time of immense change, and the next few years will be critical for the DGA and for our industry. I am focused and ready to lead us through our next negotiations, and to ensure that the creative and economic rights of directors and their teams are protected for years to come. And I am fortunate that serving alongside me is a dedicated, experienced team of fellow officers elected to represent our members.”
“It is my privilege and pleasure to nominate such a highly qualified candidate for president,...
“It is my honor to once again accept the position of President of the Directors Guild of America,” he said. “It’s a privilege I don’t take lightly. We’re in a time of immense change, and the next few years will be critical for the DGA and for our industry. I am focused and ready to lead us through our next negotiations, and to ensure that the creative and economic rights of directors and their teams are protected for years to come. And I am fortunate that serving alongside me is a dedicated, experienced team of fellow officers elected to represent our members.”
“It is my privilege and pleasure to nominate such a highly qualified candidate for president,...
- 6/23/2019
- by David Robb
- Deadline Film + TV
Hey, NCIS: New Orleans fans. We hope your week is going well, and we also hope you liked tonight's episode 19. Now that it has officially aired, you know what time it is! It's time to go over what the next, new episode 20 will have in store when it airs next Tuesday night, April 16, 2019. Thankfully, CBS recently served up a new press release for episode 20. We'll be using it to give you guys a little bit of a clue of what will happen in episode 20, but not too much. There's got to be something left for you guys to tune in for, right? To get things started, CBS' press release revealed that episode 20 is labeled, "Jackpot." Wow, I'm looking at the description for this one, and it definitely looks like CBS is not wanting to hardly give up any intel about this one. The information they did provide sounds like...
- 4/10/2019
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
Exclusive: WeForShe has called “Action!” on the 2018 participants for its DirectHer Program. The women’s advocacy group, which is focused on creating practical ways to establish more gender equality in television, today named nine breakout female helmers and the veteran episodic helmers with whom they will be paired.
Directors with experience outside of episodic are identified through the WeForShe Program. They then are partnered with veteran episodic directors who guarantee their work during key parts of production and shooting. The inaugural program for DirectHer placed nine female directors who collectively have gone on to direct 65 episodes of TV so far.
Here is the list of participants and their teammates are Lynn d’Angona (paired with Jonathan Frakes), Paige Morrow Kimball (Todd Holland), Jen McGowan (Mary Lou Belli), Sj Main Munoz (David Rodriguez), Melissa Oren (Tamra Davis), Bola Ogun (Tawnia McKiernan), Mo Perkins (Gail Mancuso), Amber Sealey (Daisy Von Schlerer Mayer...
Directors with experience outside of episodic are identified through the WeForShe Program. They then are partnered with veteran episodic directors who guarantee their work during key parts of production and shooting. The inaugural program for DirectHer placed nine female directors who collectively have gone on to direct 65 episodes of TV so far.
Here is the list of participants and their teammates are Lynn d’Angona (paired with Jonathan Frakes), Paige Morrow Kimball (Todd Holland), Jen McGowan (Mary Lou Belli), Sj Main Munoz (David Rodriguez), Melissa Oren (Tamra Davis), Bola Ogun (Tawnia McKiernan), Mo Perkins (Gail Mancuso), Amber Sealey (Daisy Von Schlerer Mayer...
- 10/23/2018
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Recently, CW served up the new,official synopsis/spoilers for their upcoming "Hart Of Dixie" episode 6 of season 4. The episode is entitled, "Alabama Boys," and it turns out that we're going to see Zoe and Wade have major, second thoughts about whether they are ready to take on parenthood or not. Lemon gives Lavon some interesting advice, and more. In the new, 6th episode press release: "After Zoe (Rachel Bilson) and Wade (Wilson Bethel) learn the gender of their baby, they are going to get struck with the realization that neither one of them is ready for parenthood. BlueBell is going to be in contention for hosting the state football championship, but only if they partner with the rival town of Fillmore. Begrudgingly, Lemon (Jaime King) will help convince Lavon (Cress Williams) to talk to his nemesis, but he is going to need AnnaBeth's (Kaitlyn Black) help to get him close to the Mayor.
- 2/6/2015
- by Andre Braddox
- OnTheFlix
New Hart Of Dixie season 3,episode 9 official spoilers,plotline revealed by CW. Recently, CW dished out the new,official, synopsis/spoilers for their upcoming "Hart Of Dixie" episode 9 of season 3. The episode is entitled, "Something to Talk About," and it sounds pretty interesting as Zoe will try everything to stop Wade from dating someone that's close to her, and more. In the new,9th episode press release: When Zoe learns that Wade is interested in dating someone close to her, she is going to try everything she can do to put a stop to it. Lavon is going to enlists George to help save BlueBell from merging with another town. To help keep the town in the dark about the planned merger, Zoe will use Joel (guest star Josh Cooke) and AnnaBeth to create a scandalous distraction to throw people off the trail. Meanwhile, Brick will start dating again, but...
- 12/26/2013
- by Eric
- OnTheFlix
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