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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin This article discusses several recent developments involving artificial intelligence ("AI") that will have a profound impact on Hollywood. 1. No Copyright Protection for AI Elements The U.S. Copyright Office recently issued a notice (the "Notice") stating its position on whether a work with elements created by AI ("AI Elements") can be protected by copyright and thus whether the work can be registered with the Copyright Office. While the Notice does not have the force of law, courts tend to defer to the Copyright Office interpretation of the Copyright Act, so it is likely that courts will follow the Notice. The issue of copyright protection for AI Elements is critical to Hollywood, since AI Elements may include all or portions of the screenplay, music, characters, and visuals for a film. Indeed, it will not be long before AI is creating entire feature-length films. If AI Elements do not qualify for copyright … [Read more...] about AI Meets Hollywood

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin T-Pain rose to prominence in the 2000s with hit singles like “I’m Sprung” and “Buy U a Drank (Shawty Snappin’).” His name soon became synonymous with Auto-Tune, which earned criticism from the likes of Usher, who told the Grammy-winning singer that he “f***ed up music.” In February 2019, T-Pain proved he could shine without the help of Auto-Tune by snatching the crown on the first season of The Masked Singer . He released his sixth studio album 1UP the same day. Today, four years and a global pandemic later, the “Bartender” singer is back with a new project. But rather than release new material, T-Pain gives his take on a wide variety of classic songs on On Top of the Covers, a seven-track collection of classic songs performed by the Tallahassee-bred singer. “This covers album has been years in the making,” the Grammy winner said in a statement . “I started recording this right after I won The Masked Singer … [Read more...] about T-Pain Covers Frank Sinatra, Journey and More On New Album

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Classic game shows never officially conclude; they come back in revivals. And the latest potential entry is I’ve Got a Secret , which first launched in 1952. Embassy Row, Werner Entertainment and Game Show Enterprises Studios, GSN’s production arm, will co-produce a pilot of this potential modern day version of I’ve Got a Secret , hosted by sports television personality Katie Nolan. Pitched as an hour, either for network or syndication, and positioned as a game show with comedic overtones, four celebrity panelists will try and figure out each contestant’s “secret,” drawn from pop culture both past and present, by asking them a series of yes or no questions. The scoop: One contestant might be the billionaire creator of an app you use every day. Another might be the parent of a chart-topping pop star. Or one could be the voice of one of your favorite cartoon characters or a person who made national headlines as a … [Read more...] about ‘I’ve Got A Secret’ Revival Pilot, Hosted By Katie Nolan, Ordered

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Contributing Author: John J. Perlstein Academy Award winner Gwyneth Paltrow will be starring in a real-life court drama this Tuesday. On March 21, 2023, the seven-year pending trial over a ski incident will take place at the Third District Court in Park City, Utah. In 2016, the actress was skiing down Deer Valley Resort’s slopes when she allegedly collided with retired optometrist Terry Sanderson. According to Mr. Sanderson, the impact resulted in a brain injury, concussion, and multiple broken bones. Nearly three years after the accident, Mr. Sanderson filed a $3.1 million hit-and-run lawsuit against Ms. Paltrow and her ski instructor, Eric Christiansen, who was later dropped from the claims. According to Mr. Sanderson, his delay in filing was due to attorney issues, as well as issues functioning due to the sustained concussion. The lawsuit seeks compensation for Mr. Sanderson’s “permanent traumatic brain … [Read more...] about Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Accident Lawsuit To Hit Peak At Trial

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin While putting together a documentary about the history and music of U2, frontman Bono felt it was important to have some laughter in the mix. So, he and fellow bandmate The Edge enlisted David Letterman to join them on the journey of re-examining their careers and exploring the motivation behind the songs they created. “The thing that Dave brought is the comedy to the tragedy,” said Bono to an audience at the premiere of the film in downtown Los Angeles. He added, “And our music is just better with him around, I thought. Musically, it was better by him being in the room, kind of taking the piss out of it.” The Disney+ special, officially entitled Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming, with Dave Letterman , is directed by Morgan Neville, and is timed to the release of Songs of Surrender which contains a collection of the re-imagining of 40 previously released songs, performed in a stripped down manner. … [Read more...] about Bono And The Edge Take A Musical Journey Through U2’s Past And Present With David Letterman In ‘A Sort Of Homecoming’

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Tom Wopat may be best known for his role as “Luke Duke” on the 1980’s TV show Dukes of Hazzard, but he has an extensive body of acting work that might surprise those who haven’t closely followed his career. He’s performed on Broadway in shows like “Annie Get Your Gun,” alongside the legendary Bernadette Peters. And he’s acted in a steady stream of movies and TV shows, and currently plays the sheriff in the three film County Line series on the Inspiration Network. “It’s funny after being on the other side of the law for so long on Dukes of Hazzard ,” he says with a laugh, “now I play marshals and sheriffs. Wopat is also an accomplished singer and musician. He’s recorded more than a dozen albums in studios from Los Angeles to Nashville, including a 2014 Christmas album with his friend and Dukes of Hazzard ‘brother’ John Schneider. Wopat’s newest album is called Simple Man, named after a song written by Graham … [Read more...] about From ‘Dukes Of Hazzard’ To Broadway To His New Album ‘Simple Man’ – A Conversation With Tom Wopat

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Week in and week out, we get new movies and shows to choose from on Netflix NFLX . Easily the most prolific of all the major streaming platforms, Netflix offers great new options each week, including plenty of Originals that you can’t find anywhere else. As a Netflix subscriber, that’s an awesome thing to have—but it’s also daunting. How do you keep track of all the new material? Hopefully, this article can help. Here, you’ll find everything you need for Netflix’s latest offerings, including every movie and show coming to and leaving Netflix this week (between today and next Thursday). If you’re interested in reading my weekly-updated all-time movie rankings, check them out here . The Best New Movies and Shows on Netflix This Week The Magician’s Elephant (2023) Netflix certainly understands the importance of providing family-friendly entertainment in the form of animation. Last year, The Sea Beast … [Read more...] about The Best New Movies And Shows On Netflix This Weekend

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Fairy tales usually sound like unlikely stories. And the life of Rickey Thompson is nothing but a fascinating tale driven by a passion and leveraging social media as a creator. Raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, Ricky grew up as a shy child who didn’t have many friends. "I was usually by myself, life wasn’t always that fun", Rickey says when asked about his upbringing on the US east coast. It’s a long trip from the glitz in Hollywood, but Rickey wanted to be an actor as long as he can remember. "Ever since I came out of the womb, I’ve wanted to be an actor and live in Los Angeles. But never in my wildest dreams did I think that would happen in my 20s." Rewinding the life tape, Rickey was right in the beginning of the generation we know as "Gen-Z". Coming home from school, he used their bathroom for his escape from the physical to the digital world. "I didn’t have many friends, but I had one friend who told me to download … [Read more...] about Rickey Thompson: From Bullied To The Runway To Hollywood

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Where have all the NFT bros gone? That was the common refrain at this year’s South-by-Southwest, the super-sized music-tech-culture conference wrapping up in Austin, Texas. In 2022, some 40 panels and presentations were focused on the formerly fashionable now-fugacious non-fungible tokens. One panel last year featured FTX crypto-exchange founder Sam Bankman-Fried and e-sports entrepreneur Andy Dinh, described in the program as “two colossal entrepreneurs … not only changing the landscape in their own fields, but the economic landscape as we know it.” Three months before this year’s SXSW, Bankman-Fried was indicted and arrested on charges of securities fraud, money laundering, and campaign finance law violations. He was subsequently released on a $250 million bond, on condition that he reside at his parents' home in California. The SBF scandal plus the recent collapse of crypto-friendly Signature Bank equaled … [Read more...] about At SXSW, It Was Goodbye NFTs And Hello AI Music

Andrew Marszal (AFP) PREMIUM Hollywood, United States   ● Mon, March 20, 2023 Surreal sci-fi film "Everything Everywhere All at Once" dominated the Oscars on Sunday, winning seven golden statuettes including best picture, Hollywood's most coveted prize. The unorthodox but beloved movie -- which features multiple universes, sex toys and hot dog fingers -- also won best director, best actress, best original screenplay, best editing, and both the best supporting actor and actress prizes. Michelle Yeoh, who is Malaysian, becomes the first ever Asian woman to win best actress, for her portrayal of an exhausted Chinese laundromat owner embroiled in battle with an inter-dimensional supervillain -- who happens to be her daughter. to Read Full Story SUBSCRIBE NOW Starting from IDR 55,500/month Unlimited access to our web and app content e-Post daily digital newspaper No advertisements, no interruptions Privileged access to our events and programs … [Read more...] about ‘Everything Everywhere’ all-conquering at Oscars