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Asia Africa “Together We’ll Rise and Transcend”: Rani Hazarika and Moonaya Celebrate Unity in Diversity Through Music

In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Brics Culture Media Forum, Arms Record Label, and Consta proudly present “Asia Africa”, a soulful anthem that celebrates the unity and diversity of two vibrant continents. Featuring the extraordinary talents of Rani Hazarika and African hip-hop singer-rapper Moonaya, this musical masterpiece is set to release on January 24, 2025, and promises to be a celebration of cultural fusion and shared aspirations.

Directed by the visionary Jaan Nissar Lone, who also penned the poignant lyrics and composed the music, “Asia Africa” embodies a transcendent message of love, peace, and collaboration. The song’s harmonious blend of soulful vocals by Rani Hazarika, powerful rap by Moonaya, and captivating choirs by Moonaya & Eved creates an unforgettable auditory experience.

Roop Mahanta brings the production to life with his masterful music production, while...

On Thursday January 30 2025, Outd broadcasts Tracks Across Africa!

The Magic Of Mozambique Episode 4 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Tracks Across Africa,” titled “The Magic of Mozambique,” promises an exciting adventure. In this episode, Marcus Earling and his son embark on a thrilling hunt in the stunning Coutada 11. This region is known for its rich wildlife and beautiful landscapes, representing a piece of what many call ‘Old Africa.’

Viewers can expect to see the father-son duo as they search for Sable, Nyala, and Cape buffalo. Each of these animals is known for its unique characteristics and challenges, making the hunt both exciting and rewarding. The show aims to capture the essence of Mozambique’s wilderness, showcasing the natural beauty and the thrill of the hunt.

As they navigate through the lush terrain of Coutada 11, Marcus and his son will share their experiences and insights about hunting in such a historic and picturesque location.

A mission to focus global attention and resources towards putting an end to mass atrocities around the world. Drawing on the powerful voices of artists, activists and cultural leaders, Not On Our Watch generates lifesaving humanitarian assistance and protection for the vulnerable, marginalized and displaced.

This organisation is closely related to the book of the same name, written by Don Cheadle and human rights activist John Prendergast.

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Not On Our Watch has 36 known supporters, including Bono, George Clooney, and Scarlett Johansson

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On Thursday January 23 2025, Outd broadcasts Tracks Across Africa!

When Perfection Wears Stripes Episode 3 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Tracks Across Africa,” titled “When Perfection Wears Stripes,” promises to be an exciting adventure. In this episode, Todd Curell embarks on a remarkable hunt in the lush rainforests of Cameroon. The focus of his journey is the striking Bongo, a unique and beautiful animal known for its distinctive stripes.

Viewers will witness the challenges and triumphs of hunting in such a dense and vibrant environment. Todd’s skills and patience will be put to the test as he navigates through the thick foliage, searching for this elusive creature. The episode captures not only the thrill of the hunt but also the breathtaking scenery and wildlife that make Cameroon a special place.

As Todd pursues the Bongo, the episode explores the importance of conservation and respect for nature. It highlights the delicate...

On Thursday January 16 2025, Outd broadcasts Tracks Across Africa!

Dwarf Forest Buffalo, Ghost Of The Rainforest Episode 2 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Tracks Across Africa,” titled “Dwarf Forest Buffalo, Ghost Of The Rainforest,” promises an exciting adventure for nature lovers. Safari veteran Todd Curell takes center stage as he journeys into the heart of the Cameroon Rainforest. This lush and vibrant environment is known for its rich biodiversity, but it is also home to one of Africa’s most elusive creatures: the Dwarf Forest buffalo.

In this episode, Todd will navigate the dense foliage and challenging terrain of the rainforest in search of this rare wild bovine. The Dwarf Forest buffalo is not only known for its small size but also for its shy nature, making it a difficult animal to spot. Todd’s experience and knowledge will be put to the test as he employs various techniques to track this mysterious animal.

Back in the ’80s, Brat Pack member Rob Lowe was notorious for being one of the hardest partiers in Hollywood, but that apparently didn’t preclude him from thinking about his future after acting. For a brief moment, that included a foray into music.

On the latest episode of his podcast, Literally! With Rob Lowe, the actor hosted The Ringer creator Bill Simmons, who recently produced a yacht rock documentary for HBO. This made it an appropriate time to share the story of being so coked up one night that he wound up in the studio with Toto.

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“I got one for ya. There was a minute in the ’80s where I was definitely doing too much Bolivian marching powder and just being a fucking lunatic,” Lowe told Simmons. “[It was] at the time in a young actor’s career where they’re too old to play the roles they’ve been playing,...

On Thursday January 2 2025, Outd broadcasts Tracks Across Africa!

When A Leopard Gets His Charge Home pt 1 Episode 14 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Tracks Across Africa,” titled “When A Leopard Gets His Charge Home pt 1,” promises to deliver a thrilling adventure. This episode showcases the excitement and drama of traveling across the diverse landscapes of Africa. Viewers can expect to see stunning scenery and hear captivating stories that highlight the continent’s rich wildlife and culture.

In this episode, the team embarks on a journey that takes them through various regions. Each location offers unique challenges and experiences, allowing the crew to connect with local communities and learn about their traditions. The interactions with the people of Africa add depth to the travel experience, making it more than just a visual journey.

As the title suggests, the episode focuses on leopards, known for their grace and power. The crew will...

This Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 7:00 Pm on Outd, Tracks Across Africa returns with Episode 1, titled “When A Leopard Gets His Charge Home pt 2.” In this exciting continuation of Mike and Lisa Rabes’ adventure, the couple embarks on a thrilling safari through the wilds of Zimbabwe. Teaming up with Charlton McCallum Safaris, they are once again on the hunt for the elusive leopard, one of Africa’s most mysterious and dangerous predators.

As the safari progresses, the Rabes quickly find that this trip will deliver far more leopard action than they ever bargained for. From tense moments in the bush to close encounters with these magnificent animals, viewers will be on the edge of their seats. With each step, Mike and Lisa’s journey becomes a test of patience, skill, and courage, as they push forward in their quest to track down and capture the perfect shots of the elusive leopard.

The Masked Singer season 12 winners Boyz II Men, whose members are Wanyá Morris, Nathan Morris, and Shawn Stockman, were one of the most phenomenal acts in the show's history, and they've been busy since they took home the Golden Mask Trophy. Boyz II Men competed against the incredible Mario (Wasp) in the finale, after blowing away the panelists--Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora, week after week.

Throughout The Masked Singer season 12, Boyz II Men impressed with their sensational performances of "(I Just) Died in Your Arms" by Cutting Crew, "Waiting for a Girl Like You" by Foreigner, "Bittersweet Symphony" by The Verve, "You're Still the One" by Shania Twain, "Africa" by Toto, "Somebody that I Used to Know" by Gotye, and "Too Good at Goodbyes" by Sam Smith. They concluded their run on the show with a joyous rendition of their own hit song, "Motownphilly," that...

The Masked Singer season 12 finale will feature the Buffalos and Wasp competing for the Golden Mask Trophy, but it should be declared a tie for the first time in the history of the show because they're both so phenomenal. The Masked Singer season 12 welcomed back host Nick Cannon, along with panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora. They've seen the unmaskings of 13 contestants so far, and now the Buffalos and Wasp are the last two contestants standing.

Throughout The Masked Singer season 12, the Buffalos and Wasp have wowed everyone with their mind-blowing performances. The Buffalos have performed outstanding versions of songs such as "(I Just) Died in Your Arms," "Waiting For a Girl Like You," "Bittersweet Symphony," "You're Still the One," and "Africa," which showcased their incredible harmonies. Wasp has highlighted his unbelievable vocal range and dance moves with songs such as "Rock Your Body," "Skyscraper," "Ain't No Way,...

It’s the “Semi-Finals” on “The Masked Singer” and the top three were ready to battle it out for the last two spots in the blockbuster finale. The semi-finalists opened the show with a spectacular performance of “Some Nights.” Then, Buffalo, Strawberry Shortcake, and Wasp hit the stage as panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, and Ken Jeong played detective. Were the celebrity sleuths able to guess the masked singers’ identities?

Strawberry Shortcake kicked off the competition with “Lose You to Love Me” by Selena Gomez. Fighting back tears, McCarthy said, “It was beautiful! It was so emotional. Did you guys feel the power in her voice? You are truly a star.” Strawberry Shortcake revealed, “I have learned that I’m resilient and strong. I’m so happy to be here on stage. Those words mean so much to me. I love being on stage, this is what I love to do.

Rita Ora is missing from The Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals promo, causing fans to panic about why she wasn't there after some have already expressed backlash about Nicole Scherzinger's continued absence for season 13 and Rita once again taking her place. The Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals will feature the Buffalos, Wasp, and Strawberry Shortcake battling it out for a spot in the season finale. Panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken, and Rita, along with host Nick Cannon have been trying to figure out their identities all season, but it seems that Rita will sit out the semi-finals.

Clips of Robin, Jenny, and Ken watching and enjoying the performances were shown, but Rita wasn't seen.

In a promo for the semi-finals posted by The Masked Singer via YouTube, clips of Robin, Jenny, and Ken watching and enjoying the performances were shown, but Rita wasn't seen. These performances included the Buffalos singing...

Warning! This Article Contains Major Spoilers About The Masked Singer Season 12 Semi-finals!The Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals will air on Wednesday, December 11, and there are many spoilers about the exciting episode. During The Masked Singer season 12, host Nick Cannon returned, along with panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora. The season began with 15 contestants, including Group A's Leaf Sheep (John Elway), Showbird (Yvette Nicole Brown), Woodpecker (Marsai Martin), and Ship (Paula Cole).

The Masked Singer season 12 Group B contestants included Dust Bunny (Andy Richter), Chess Piece (Laverne Cox), Bluebell (Natalie Imbruglia), and Goo (Kobie Turner). Group C consisted of Macaron (Bethany Hamilton), Ice King (Drake Bell), Royal Knight (Jana Kramer), and Sherlock Hound (Bronson Arroyo). Now, the three remaining Masked Singer semi-finalists-Group A's Buffalos, Group B's Wasp, and Group C's Strawberry Shortcake--will compete for the two spots in the December 18 finale.

The Masked Singer Season 12 Semi-Finals Performances...

The Masked Singer is heading into the semi-finals, but the results might be shocking now that host Nick Cannon has revealed a huge admission about the outcome. Only three contestants remain in The Masked Singer season 12 after Goo was unmasked as NFL athlete Kobie Turner. Buffalos, Strawberry Shortcake and Wasp are the final 3 and will compete in the semi-finals, which will see a brand-new round called the Smack Royale, which combines the Smackdown and Battle Royale. The semi-finals, airing one week before the finale, is shaping up to be the most anticipated episode of the entire season.

Per a brand-new promo, courtesy of The Singing Showbird, The Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals will have the "closest margin we've ever had," according to Nick, which means this will be a history-making episode of the hit celebrity singing competition series. The promo begins with Buffalos performing Toto's "Africa." Then as Nick teases the close results,...

Mark Wahlberg and Mel Gibson's poorly-reviewed holiday movie, which made $180 million at the box office, has become a global Netflix hit seven years after its release. After breaking out with Boogie Nights, Walhberg went on to receive further critical acclaim for his performances in The Departed and The Fighter, while also venturing into big-budget action moves such as The Perfect Storm, Planet of the Apes, The Italian Job, and Transformers. However, in recent years, Wahlberg has focused more on comedies, including The Other Guys, Ted, and Daddy's Home.

Gibson, on the other hand, started his career as an action hero with his breakout role as Max Rockatansky in the first three Mad Max movies, followed by Martin Riggs in the Lethal Weapon movies. From there, Gibson starred in and directed Braveheart, winning an Academy Award for Best Director, and though his career later declined due to several controversial statements,...

Warning! This Article Contains Major Spoilers About The Masked Singer Season 12!The Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals will have a brand-new twist, and the songs that the Final 3 will sing have been revealed. The Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals will feature three of the four quarterfinalists--Group A's Buffalos, Group B's Wasp and Goo (saved by the Ding Dong Keep It On Bell), and Group C's Strawberry Shortcake--battling it out for a spot in the finale. The quarterfinals will air on December 4, while the semi-finals will air on December 11. Panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora will try to decipher who's behind the masks.

For the first time ever, the Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals will combine the Battle Royale and the Smackdown into a round called the "Smack Royale."

According to The Futon Critic, The Masked Singer season 12 semi-finals episode is titled, "Semi-Finals: The Final Three." For the first time ever,...

Ask any two music fans what qualifies as yacht rock, and an argument is sure to ensue.

Does Steely Dan count? (Absolutely.) What about Hall & Oates?

In the late 1970s and early ’80s, the term “yacht rock” was not yet a thing. But everyone knew the music of the Doobie Brothers, Toto and Christopher Cross — who swept the 1980 Grammys with his shimmering ballad “Sailing.”

Those acts topped the charts in an era when slick production, smooth melodies and expert chops ruled the radio waves alongside the country-tinged hits of the Eagles. That would all change when MTV crashed the scene. Suddenly the likes of “What a Fool Believes” and “Africa” were consigned to the uncool “soft rock” heap. After the rise of Madonna and Michael Jackson, some of the earlier wave of musicians moved on to soundtracks, like Kenny Loggins with the “Top Gun” hit “Danger Zone.”

Michael McDonald became...

Most people who love reality shows would name Survivor as one of the best competition shows. That makes a lot of sense since Jeff Probst's beloved show has featured many great players, several fantastic seasons, and a lot of the winners have been very popular. However, even fans who are still figuring out which seasons to watch first recognize how unpredictable Survivor can be, as evidenced by the fact that players get medically evacuated.

Since Survivor is such a huge show and every player gets paid, it costs a lot of money to produce. Unfortunately for CBS, one of the show's most unpredictable and ridiculous mistakes also cost the network $200,000.

Survivor's Messed Up Immunity Challenge Cost CBS $200,000

In a lot of ways, Survivor: Africa is one of the most remarkable seasons in the show's history. One example of that is the fact that the tribes had to have people...

Guitarist Steve Lukather is best known for his nearly five-decade stint in Toto. But years before “Africa” and “Rosanna” hit the airwaves, he was a session guitarist that backed everyone from Boz Scaggs and Diana Ross to Alice Cooper, Jimmy Cliff, Jackson Browne, and Peter Criss. He kept up a double life as a studio musician throughout the the entire history of the band, backing other artists whenever Toto had even a tiny moment of downtime. (The full list of records on Lukather’s official website is so long it stretches across 18 pages.

November 2024 brings a diverse array of movies and shows to Hulu, catering to a wide range of tastes and interests. From classic holiday films to gripping dramas and entertaining reality series, there’s something for everyone. Viewers can dive into beloved titles like A Christmas Carol (1984) and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. For fans of action and adventure, the month features iconic films such as Aliens, Ghost Rider, and the Chronicles of Narnia series. Those seeking laughter can enjoy comedies like Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore, and Grown Ups, while romantic and family-friendly options like La La Land and Elf add a touch of warmth. Additionally, Hulu is expanding its lineup with complete seasons of popular reality shows like Are You The One?, Hoarders, and Marriage Boot Camp. The month also includes special premieres, such as the 58th Annual CMA Awards and a series on The Stanford Prison Experiment,...

Exclusive: Here’s an eye-catching deal to kick off Cannes: Hulu has taken U.S. rights to Paris Has Fallen, the StudioCanal series based on Gerard Butler‘s Has Fallen film franchise.

Hulu plans to premiere the drama, which stars Spiral actor Tewfik Jallab, later this year after it made a strong debut in France, where it has become a top-three original on Canal+.

StudioCanal has closed a string of other deals for Paris Has Fallen, including with Amazon Prime Video in the UK and Ireland, and Sbs in Australia. The eight-part series is a co-production with Zdf, which will house the show in Germany.

Paris Has Fallen is made by StudioCanal, War of the Worlds producer Urban Myth Films, and two companies behind the film franchise: Millennium Media and Butler’s G-base. Eclectic Pictures is also attached.

Jallab plays Vincent Taleb, a protection officer to a French Minister, who...

This Monday morning on Outd, wildlife enthusiasts can join Jim Shockey in an exhilarating expedition on “Jim Shockey’s: The Professionals” with the episode titled “Ethiopia: Jim Faces Africa’s Number One Killer.” Airing at 6:00 Am on 8 July 2024, this episode takes viewers on a thrilling journey to Ethiopia, Africa, where Jim and Jason Roussos embark on a hunt for hippopotamus using a muzzleloader.

Jim Shockey, renowned for his expertise in hunting and conservation, leads the expedition into the heart of Africa’s wilderness. The hunt for hippo, known as Africa’s number one killer due to its aggressive nature, promises high-stakes action and adrenaline-pumping moments as Jim navigates the challenges of tracking and approaching these formidable animals.

Viewers can expect breathtaking landscapes, close encounters with wildlife, and insights into the complexities of ethical hunting practices and wildlife conservation efforts. “Jim Shockey’s: The Professionals” not only entertains with its...

Michael Jackson and Madonna had so much in common during their peak years in the 1980s and 1990s but their songs were distinct from each others. Interestingly, they had hit songs with the same title several years apart. Of course, these two tracks have very different things to say about the same topic.

1 of Michael Jackson’s more sexual songs is a nice change of pace

Jackson was the King of Pop, but he knew how to make good rock music. In 1982, he released his soft-rock ballad “Human Nature,” which is likely the best ballad of his solo career. It sounds a bit like Toto’s “Africa,” which makes sense considering that it was co-written by Toto’s Steve Porcaro. However, the King of Pop had a far better vice than anyone in Toto, so “Human Nature” is better than “Africa” by a wide margin.

So, what did Jackson have to say about human nature?...

Is it time to #RestoreTheMadameWebVerse?

With 12% on Rotten Tomatoes and only $100.3 million at the worldwide box office, we doubt it, but Madame Web is proving to be a hit on Netflix. After debuting on the streaming service earlier this week, Sony's Marvel Comics adaptation has hit #1 on the streamer's "Top 10 Movies" list.

Were people just curious to see how bad it really is or did fans who watched Madame Web in theaters simply want to relive those many meme-worthy moments? We don't know. Either way, it's led to the movie being a hit on Netflix!

"It’s so hard to get movies made, and in these big movies that get made — and it’s even starting to happen with the little ones, which is what’s really freaking me out — decisions are being made by committees, and art does not do well when it’s made by committee," Dakota Johnson...

France’s Les Films du Losange, the iconic distribution company owned by producer Charles Gillibert (“Annette”), has acquired Palmeraie et Desert,” the production company founded by celebrated filmmaker Raymond Depardon.

Les Films du Losange, which was bought by Gillibert from longtime manager Margaret Menegoz in 2021, has been dedicated to preserving and promoting cinematic heritage since its inception. It will now be responsible for the editorial management and global promotion of Depardon’s films.

This year’s Cannes Film Festival is unveiling the 4K restoration of “The Declic Years” as part of Cannes Classics which marks the beginning of the company’s work on their entire body of work. This will be articulated through four cycles covering all the feature films: Reporter, Africa, Citizen, and Peasant.

“Raymond Depardon is one of the greatest contemporary directors and photographers,” said Charles Gillibert, CEO of Les Films du Losange.

“Depardon always followed his intimate...

New month, new selections from Netflix! This May, the streamer is setting the stage for tons of laughs with its annual Netflix is a Joke Fest, which kicks off in Los Angeles on Thursday, May 2. But if you're too far from the City of Angels, follow John Mulaney as he heads out onto the street to welcome his funniest friends to the city in "John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s In LA," a six-night live comedy event. Plus, Netflix will host the Mark Twain Prize Award for Kevin Hart, the Roast of Tom Brady, new specials from Rachel Feinstein, Franco Escamilla, and more.

On the scripted side, the wait is over, “Bridgerton” fans: the first part of Season 3 will drop in a batch during the middle of the month. And all month long, catch new series, film, documentary, anime, and family premieres.

Ready to watch? Find out The Streamable’s top picks for the month,...

Michael Jackson‘s Thriller had more classic hits than just about any other album. However, most of those hits did not reach No. 1. Even when the King of Pop made an epic music video, a chart-topper was not guaranteed.

1. ‘Thriller’

The fact that “Thriller” didn’t hit No. 1 feels bizarre. No other music video mattered so much to American culture and yet the tune only peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. If Billboard counted sales of the video’s VHS as single sales, “Thriller” definitely would have hit No. 1.

Jackson (and Vincent Price) got the last laugh on this one. Everybody loves “Thriller.” It’s not just a popular Halloween song, it’s the Halloween song. It certainly held up a lot better than “Monster Mash.” The song’s classic video has been spoofed by everyone from Britney Spears to “Weird Al” Yankovic.

2. ‘The Girl Is Mine’

Not every song deserves to hit No.

Chuck blends spy parody with workplace sitcom, plenty of laughs guaranteed. Chuck is a comedy with all the spy genre elements, balancing deadly missions with mundane life. Five seasons of Chuck filled with hilarious moments, still no confirmation for a Chuck movie.

For five seasons, Chuck blended spy parody with the core elements of a workplace sitcom to provide plenty of laughs. Chuck follows a college dropout, played by Zachary Levi, who inadvertently downloads a database full of government secrets directly into his brain. He is accompanied by two spy handlers, one from the CIA and one from the Nsa, as he is thrust into the world of high-profile espionage while struggling to keep his private life intact.

Chuck has all the chases, fights and political intrigue of the spy genre, but it's a comedy more than anything else. Chuck is a fish-out-of-water in the world of international intelligence, and...

April’s an uncommonly strong auteurist month for the Criterion Channel, who will highlight a number of directors––many of whom aren’t often grouped together. Just after we screened House of Tolerance at the Roxy Cinema, Criterion are showing it and Nocturama for a two-film Bertrand Bonello retrospective, starting just four days before The Beast opens. Larger and rarer (but just as French) is the complete Jean Eustache series Janus toured last year. Meanwhile, five William Friedkin films and work from Makoto Shinkai, Lizzie Borden, and Rosine Mbakam are given a highlight.

One of my very favorite films, Comrades: Almost a Love Story plays in a series I’ve been trying to program for years: “Hong Kong in New York,” boasting the magnificent Full Moon in New York, Farewell China, and An Autumn’s Tale. Wim Wenders gets his “Adventures in Moviegoing”; After Hours, Personal Shopper, and Werckmeister Harmonies fill...

A poker tournament organized by Don Cheadle and Annie Duke aimed at raising money and public awareness for the crisis in Darfur.

Participants in this celebrity-studded poker match are asked to contribute half of their tournament winnings to the Enough Project and the International Rescue Committee, organizations whose goals include raising public awareness and providing aid to the survivors of Darfur.

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To celebrate the just-launched second season of our hit The Story Behind the Song podcast, we’re excited to announce new merchandise so you can bring the story home! We’ve created a vibrant piece of original artwork highlighting all the iconic artists and songs featured on Season 1 of the show, and we’re printing it on high-quality posters and jigsaw puzzles, all available now on the Consequence Shop.

With colors radiating out from the center logo, the design features references to nearly all the Story Behind the Song episodes from the first three years — that’s over 30 songs! Immerse yourself in the history of music’s most enduring hits as you spot the nods to Toto’s “Africa,” Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” Blondie’s “Rapture,” Tears for Fears’ “Mad World,” Fleetwood Mac’s “Tusk,” Run-d.M.C.’s “It’s Tricky,” Garbage’s “Only Happy When It Rains,...

The CGI animated sequel to “Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness,” the hit adventure film based on the Dark Horse comics which sold around the world, has lured buyers ahead of the European Film Market.

Titled “Chickenhare and the Very Very (Very) Old Groundhog,” the movie is budgeted at $23 million (a large budget by European production standards) and brings back the creative team behind the first film. Benjamin Mousquet is directing, while Dave Collard wrote the screenplay, based on “Chickenhare,” the graphic novels penned and illustrated by Chris Grine and published by Dark Horse comics.

The film, which is expected to be delivered at the end of the year, is produced by nWave Pictures et Octopolis, in association with Sony Pictures International Releasing. NWave and Octopolis are handling international sales and will introduce the project to buyers at the European Film Market with a promo reel. Producers are Matthieu Zeller and Matthieu Gondinet.

Mickey Gilbert, the fearless stunt performer who jumped off a cliff for Robert Redford in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and doubled for Gene Wilder in films including Blazing Saddles, Silver Streak and The Frisco Kid, has died. He was 87.

Gilbert died Monday of natural causes at his home in Camarillo, California, his oldest son, Tim Gilbert, also a stunt performer, told The Hollywood Reporter.

Early in his career, Gilbert was a horse wrangler in William Wyler’s Ben-Hur (1959) and a bank robber in Sam Peckinpah’s The Wild Bunch (1969). Years later, he took the lumps for Lee Majors’ Colt Seavers on the 1981-86 ABC action show The Fall Guy.

Though they weren’t friends at the time, Gilbert and Redford were in the same class at Van Nuys High School, graduating in 1954. They got together on George Roy Hill’s Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) when Redford...

Right after the huge success of "Wonder Woman" but also the horrible, awful, franchise-ending "Justice League," the first "Aquaman" was a pleasant surprise. James Wan's second superhero movie ("Furious 7" features as many if not more acts of superheroism) felt like a fresh jolt of energy, featuring an octopus that plays drums, Julie Andrews as a monster, and the masterpiece that is Pitbull's cover of Toto's "Africa." This is a pure James Wan joint, one that features a terrifying horror scene with deep-sea monsters. And it was a bonafide hit, becoming the highest-grossing Dceu movie.

Before the Dceu officially ends with the release of "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom," /Film's own Jacob Hall talked to director James Wan about the making of the film, and why Wan was never interested in making a realistic take on the character. "I had to embrace the quirkiest side of this world,...

Matt Damon, an American actor, screenwriter, and philanthropist, is the founder of H2O Africa, which is a part of the Running the Sahara expedition. In 2009, it merged with WaterPartners to create Water.org. He is also one of the founders of Not On Our Watch, along with George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Don Cheadle and Jerry Weintraub.

Damon supports the One Campaign, which is aimed at fighting AIDS and poverty in Third World countries. He is also an ambassador for Onexone, a non-profit foundation committed to supporting, preserving and improving the lives of children at home in Canada, the United States, and around the world. He has twice hosted the Onexone Awards.

A caring campaigner, Mr. Damon has backed many protests against the wars in Darfur. He has worked tirelessly to find a resolution to the crisis. Along with Clooney, they have raised more than £4.5 million for Darfur. Matt Damon and...

Aquaman is back, baby! And he actually has a baby with him now! With the brand new DC Universe fast approaching, "Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom" serves as the very last remaining project of the old DC Expanded Universe that started with "Man of Steel" back in 2013.

It is fitting, then, that the honor of closing out this version of a DC cinematic universe will fall on the single best character of this universe — Jason Momoa's Aquaman. The first "Aquaman" was an incredibly fun movie, one that presented a huge, visually rich world, lots of dumb fun, an octopus that plays drums, and the cinematic gift that is the scene where Aquaman heads to the Sahara Desert while a cover of Toto's "Africa" by Pitbull plays in the background. It's a big, dumb movie. It's the kind of movie that could only be made by James Wan, the...

Who’s that black private dick who’s a sex machine to all the chicks? Shaft!

Sad news to report this evening, with Deadline reporting that the legendary Richard Roundtree, who played the iconic private eye Shaft in five movies, is dead of pancreatic cancer at 81. Roundtree became a major star overnight in Gordon Parks’ landmark 1971 crime thriller, Shaft, with him starring as the titular private eye, John Shaft, who an underworld boss hires to find his missing daughter. The film was a smash hit, landing Roundtree a Golden Globe nomination for new star of the year and kicking his career into overdrive.

Notably, Shaft helped usher in the blaxploitation era. While it wasn’t the first movie of this genre, it was probably the first one produced by a major studio (MGM). The big box office take helped prove that there was an audience for black-led action movies and...

The writers and actors strikes in Hollywood, and the related issues of AI and the disruption of business models brought on by global streaming platforms, have dominated industry discussions this year, overshadowing debates over gender equity, diversity and inclusion. But the progress in those areas continues, noted by groups like the 50:50 Equality Project, a BBC initiative to boost onscreen representation that was started in 2017 and now counts some 150 partner organizations in nearly 30 countries. In its latest impact report, published Aug. 18, the Equality Project showed that nearly half (47 percent) of all participating organizations had hit the target of 50 percent female contributors, and more than three quarters (77 percent) featured at least 40 percent female contributions.

Worldwide progress at the executive level has been slower, but as The Hollywood Reporter’s list of the most powerful women in international television illustrates, female executives are established in the C-suites of many of the world’s most influential media companies.

Journey are once again headed on the road with special guest Toto for their “Freedom Tour 2024” across North America.

The 30-city trek kicks off on February 9th in Biloxi, Mississippi, and will make stops in cities including Raleigh, North Carolina; Baltimore, Maryland; Louisville, Kentucky; Calgary, Alberta; and Las Vegas, Nevada before wrapping up on April 29th in Bridgeport, Connecticut. See the full schedule below.

A Ticketmaster pre-sale will begin on Thursday, September 28th (use access code Studio) ahead of the general on-sale slated for Friday, September 29th via Ticketmaster.

Once tickets are on sale, you can also find them at StubHub, where orders are 100% guaranteed through StubHub’s FanProtect program. StubHub is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

Earlier this year, a Billboard report provided a look into the feud between Journey’s remaining classic members, guitarist Neal Schon and keyboardist Jonathan Cain,...

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USA for Africa’s “We Are the World” was No. 1 a hit for several weeks. A Madonna song by veteran songwriters overshadowed it. Madonna’s song had to be completely rerecorded.

USA for Africa’s “We Are the World” became one of the most famous charity songs in the history of music. Subsequently, a Madonna song knocked it from the top spot. The co-writer of Madonna’s song wasn’t a big fan of her take on it at first.

USA for Africa’s ‘We Are the World’ became overshadowed by a slow Madonna song

USA for Africa’s “We Are the World” was huge in the United States. The tune topped the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks, staying on the chart for 18 weeks in total. It became the supergroup’s only hit.

According to The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits, Madonna’s “Crazy for You” knocked USA...

The 2023 BET Awards will celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop this Sunday, June 25 starting at 8 p.m. Et. Viewers wanting to catch Culture’s Biggest Night can catch the show on BET and will be simulcast on Paramount on BET, BET Her, Comedy Central, MTV, MTV2, Pop, TV Land, Nickelodeon and VH1 in the U.S. BET+ and Paramount+ will be streaming the show to subscribers.

International viewers can watch the award celebration on BET Africa and BET France and will be available to watch on My5 and Sky On-Demand in the UK, as well as BET Pluto in the UK and Brazil.

The musical medleys will be curated by DJ and producer Kid Capri and showcase moments throughout the night of the history of Hip Hop.

Related: 2023 BET Awards: Complete Winners List

Patti Labelle will hit the stage to pay tribute to Tina Turner. Labelle will honor the incomparable Queen of Rock ‘N’ Roll,...

Taylor Sheridan is about to release a brand new show, and no, it has nothing to do with his Yellowstone universe. The showrunner is gearing up for the premiere of his upcoming series, Special Ops: Lioness, which is set to air a lot sooner than expected.

Sheridan was originally slated to release season 5, part 2 of Yellowstone this summer. However, Lioness appears to have taken that premiere date, pushing the final episodes of Yellowstone even further out.

‘Yellowstone’ creator Taylor Sheridan | Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Special Ops: Lioness’ gets a premiere date

Sheridan, the mastermind behind the hit show Yellowstone, is set to bring his next series to screens in the coming months. Sheridan’s show, Special Ops: Lioness, is set to premiere as early as this summer.

According to Daily Caller, Jeff Sneider, the host of the podcast The Hot Mic, revealed that Lioness could air as soon as July.

A long-lost live recording featuring one of John Coltrane and Eric Dolphy’s 1961 sets at New York’s Village Gate has been unearthed for release this summer.

Evenings at the Village Gate, out July 14 via Impulse! Records, was recorded in the summer before Coltrane’s legendary slate of Nov. 1961 dates at the Village Vanguard, with a similar quintet lineup: The short-lived tandem of Coltrane and Dolphy alongside drummer Elvin Jones, pianist McCoy Tyner, and bassist Reggie Workman.

Ahead of the album’s release, Impulse! Records has shared the night’s...

The “Old Guard” sequel starring Charlize Theron doesn’t even have an official release date, but a third installment may already be brewing. “There’s an ending to No. 2 that kind of demands a No. 3, which makes me very happy,” producer Marc Evans told me at the premiere of “The Mother,” Netflix’s new Jennifer Lopez action movie.

In “The Old Guard 2,” Theron reprises her role as the leader of a group of immortal mercenaries, and Marwan Kenzari and Luca Marinelli return as gay couple Joe and Nicky. “You’re going to see more story of Joe and Nicky,” Evans assured.

After pandemic delays, filming began on the sequel, with Victoria Mahoney directing, about a year ago. Asked if Theron was contracted for a third movie, Evans would only say, “Charlize is a producer on the movie and deeply supportive of the franchise.”

“The Old Guard,” directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood,...

Listen, we're all on the same page here. Betty White was, is, and always will be a national treasure. Whether you were weaned on "The Golden Girls" like me or found her through her later career work, mostly as the sweet yet foul-mouthed old lady in a raucous comedy of some sort, Betty White holds a special place in your heart.

One of her last handful of projects was a guest stint on "Community," Dan Harmon's under-appreciated pre-"Rick and Morty" show that has been thriving in streaming syndication lately where she played Anthropology Professor June Bauer, a character that played to all of Betty's strengths as a comic performer. She'd go from expertly lecturing to using a blow dart on a student or attacking Joel McHale's Jeff Winger with a complicated weapon to earn his respect and prove a larger point that we're stronger together than apart.

"Community...

There have been 44 Survivor seasons, and though many of them have featured returning players, the majority of them have had only new players in the cast. Of the 44 Survivor seasons, there have been five all-star seasons with only returning players, and eight seasons with a mix of newbies and returnees. There have been a total of 31 seasons with all-new players.

Of course, some Survivor seasons are better than others, and it's time to discuss ten all-star new player installments that stand out for the right reasons. There are all-newbie seasons that are considered among the worst the show has produced. Some of those less-than-stellar installments include season 5 (Survivor: Thailand) and season 21 (Survivor: Nicaragua). On the other hand, there are several all-new player seasons that are peak Survivor, and should be considered must-watch TV.

Season 3 - Africa

Perhaps a controversial choice on a top 10 Survivor season list, 2001's Survivor: Africa isn't...

"We think he's made 47 films in 11 years." When "Africa's Tarantino" casts a New York film nerd as his next action hero, it's the beginning of a friendship that makes their no-budget studio world famous. But as their success grows, tensions flare and threaten everything they built. Drafthouse Films has unveiled an official trailer for a documentary film titled Once Upon a Time in Uganda, a story about a young filmmaker in Africa. Many of you have heard of and probably seen the movies made by Isaac Nabwana, all of his radical super low budget action flicks made in Uganda - watch them here on YouTube. This doc tells the story of how a Ugandan brickmaker was making action films, which got the attention of New York film programmer Alan Hofmanis. He helped them achieve worldwide fame, but that was only the start. More than just a story about Nabwana,...

“Air” music supervisor Andrea von Foerster received a music playlist from Ben Affleck titled 1984. “It was literally my childhood,” she says of the song collection that featured classic ’80s hits including “Africa” by Toto, “Candy Girl” by New Edition and “Jump” by Van Halen.

The Affleck-helmed film, set in that same year, navigates Nike’s bid to land NBA player Michael Jordan and explores his groundbreaking sponsorship deal with the company.

That playlist from the director and star of the film was the springboard for the 23 needle drops and 18 score cues “Air” features. In curating the film’s needle drops, von Foerster wasn’t just using music to play against what was on screen — “the music was used as a showcase to tell a story,” she says.

Her goal was to use music from the year authentically, visually and musically where the lyrics would often match what was being seen on-screen.

[Editor’s Note: The following review contains spoilers for “Succession” Season 4, Episode 2, “Rehearsal.”]

“This is not the end,” Logan shouts, near the end of his rabble-rousing speech on the Atn news floor. “I’m going to build something better — something faster, lighter, meaner, wilder, and I’m going to do it from in here, with you lot.”

Even before Logan (Brian Cox) wraps his fiery tirade by screaming, “You’re fucking pirates” at a room full of Manhattan reporters, it’s clear he’s won them over. The worried glances shared by Greg (Nicholas Braun) and Tom (Matthew Macfadyen) have given way to nodding heads and cautious smiles. In the end, applause breaks out, cheers can be heard, and Greg the Egg is grinning. But like so much of “Succession,” the end result doesn’t signify the truth of what’s transpired.

Absent all the brouhaha, Logan is grasping at straws. His impromptu speech is staged on boxes of copy paper. He’s...

Djimon Hounsou is getting very candid about how Hollywood has treated him.

In an interview with The Guardian, the “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” actor shared his feelings of being overlooked and underpaid throughout his career.

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After beginning his career as a model, the Benin-born actor found his first taste of success in Hollywood by landing a major role in Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-nominated 1997 epic “Amistad”.

Despite his co-star Anthony Hopkins getting a nomination for Best Supporting Actor, Hounsou was left out of the running at the awards show.

“Yeah. Maybe I was early,” he said, looking back on that experience. “If my movies had come out today I definitely would have gotten an Oscar already.”

He would eventually find himself nominated for two Oscars, for Best Supporting Actor in 2002’s “In America”, and again...