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Russell Crowe Slams ‘Gladiator 2′ for Failing to Understand Maximus’ ‘Moral Core’
The original film’s star called the sequel a “really unfortunate example of even the people in that engine room not actually understanding what made the first one special”
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The Reset: Speaking Hard Truths in an Anti-DEI Age
Silence and fear have permeated for most of the year but at TheWrap’s Power Women Summit direct and candid talk was on the agenda
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Jeremy O. Harris Released From Police Custody Following Drug Arrest in Japan
The “Slave Play” playwright and screenwriter was taken into custody in Okinawa last month after MDMA was found in his carry-on
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What’s Next for Paramount’s Hostile Takeover Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Here’s a timeline for when WBD is expected to respond, while Paramount teased it may have an even sweeter offer in store
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TelevisaUnvision’s John Kozack to Join Allen Media Group as Chief Revenue Officer of Advertising Sales
In his new role, Kozack will oversee ad sales, brand sponsorships and revenue partnerships for AMG’s linear networks, sports, streaming, digital, social and branded content
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Ego Nwodim to Host 2026 Indie Spirit Awards
She is the latest in a line of “SNL” vets who have emceed the annual celebration of film and TV
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Chasing WBD: Paramount vs. Netflix Pros and Cons | Analysis
Paramount’s hostile bid puts its offer against Netflix public, but which company has the sweeter deal?
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David Ellison Says Paramount-WBD Deal Would ‘Strengthen the Entertainment Industry as a Whole’ in Leaked Staff Memo
The CEO writes that his $30-a-share hostile bid is superior to Netflix’s “across every dimension”
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Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery Pursuit Follows Shaky History for Hostile Bids
But Warner Bros. Discovery does not have a “poison pill” defense plan that has been used effectively to discourage hostile offers
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Trump Calls ABC News’ Rachel Scott the ‘Most Obnoxious Reporter’ in Latest Attack on Female Journalists | Video
“This is ABC Fake News,” the president says before berating the reporter for asking about footage of Venezuela boat strikes
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CAA’s Trevor Astbury and Matt Martin Jump to WME as Senior Partners
“Trevor and Matt are exceptional agents who couldn’t be a better fit as we build WME for the future,” WME Group Co-Chairman Richard Weitz says
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Netflix Co-CEOs Say Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal Will Lead to Job Losses: ‘We’re Not Cutting Jobs’
“We’re making jobs,” Ted Sarandos tells a UBS investor conference on Monday
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Elizabeth Warren Condemns Paramount’s Hostile WBD Bid: ‘Backed by Who’s Who of Trump Buddies’
The senator says Paramount’s relationship with the president raises “serious questions about influence-peddling, political favoritism and national security risks”
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Warner Bros. Discovery Board to ‘Carefully Review and Consider’ Paramount Takeover Bid
“The Board is not modifying its recommendation with respect to the agreement with Netflix,” the media giant adds in a Monday statement
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Paramount Says Netflix-Warner Bros. Deal Would ‘Solidify Streaming Domination,’ Threaten the Future of Theatrical Releases
Executives added that the $82.7 billion deal would “undermine creative talent” and “threaten higher prices for consumers”
