Margot Robbie , Following Success of 'Barbie' , With 'Monopoly' Movie.
NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring
the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen.
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NBC reports that Margot Robbie will soon bring
the iconic game 'Monopoly' to the big-screen.
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Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film
based on the iconic real estate-focused board game
along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment.
Her company, LuckChap, is producing a live-action film
based on the iconic real estate-focused board game
along with the game's owner, Hasbro Entertainment.
The game is available in over 100 countries
and has sold almost half-a-billion copies
since its release in 1935.
LuckyChap attained blockbuster success with
'Barbie,' which became the highest-grossing
movie of 2023, raking in $1.4 billion globally.
I could not imagine a better production
team for this beloved and iconic brand
than LuckyChap.
They are exceptional
producers who choose their projects
with great thought and care, and join
Monopoly with a clear point of view.
We are tremendously excited
to be working with the entire
LuckyChap team on what we all
believe can be their next blockbuster, Adam Fogelson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair, via NBC.
Both LuckyChap and Hasbro
released statements expressing their
excitement for the upcoming project.
Monopoly is a top property —
pun fully intended.
Like all of the
best IP, this game has resonated
worldwide for generations, and we
are so excited to bring this game to
life alongside the wonderful teams
involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC.
Monopoly is a top property —
pun fully intended.
Like all of the
best IP, this game has resonated
worldwide for generations, and we
are so excited to bring this game to
life alongside the wonderful teams
involved at Lionsgate and Hasbro, LuckyChap statement, via NBC.
As one of the most iconic games
in the world, Monopoly provides
an incredible platform for
storytelling opportunities, Zev Foreman, Hasbro Entertainment’s head of film, via NBC.
NBC reports that it remains unclear how the
filmmakers will weave a narrative around
the two-dimensional world of the board game.
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NBC reports that it remains unclear how the
filmmakers will weave a narrative around
the two-dimensional world of the board game.
A fake 'James Bond' trailer starring Henry Cavill has racked up millions of views online. The fake trailer introduces Cavill as the new Bond using a mix of footage from other movies and AI. It also ambitiously casts Margot Robbie as a Bond girl. So far the wannabe trailer featuring Cavill and Robbie has generated 2.3 million viewers, presumably driven by a mix of fans enjoying it as a "what-if" effort along with some people being fooled by it.
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From Emily Blunt's much-discussed Schiaparelli gown to Lily Gladstone's Gucci and Joe Big Mountain collaboration, Jenna Lyons and HauteLeMode's Luke Meagher reveal their favorite Oscars red carpet looks with The Hollywood Reporter.
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Shakira says that she and her sons found the 'Barbie' movie "emasculating." The Colombian pop star opened up about finding empowerment after being brought down by heartbreak in a new Allure profile and cover story. When asked her thoughts on Greta Gerwig's blockbuster film, Shakira told Allure, "My sons absolutely hated it. They felt that it was emasculating. And I agree, to a certain extent."
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From Emma Stone's best actress to win to 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and 'Maestro' being completely shut out, The Hollywood Reporter is breaking down all of the 2024 Oscars snubs and surprises.
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Billie Eilish , Is Now the
Youngest Person , to Win 2 Oscars.
Eilish and her brother, Finneas O'Connell, won
an Oscar for best original song on March 10.
The award for "What Was I Made For?" from 'Barbie' cements a place in history for 22-year-old Eilish. .
She is now the youngest person ever
to win two Oscars, ABC News reports. .
Eilish previously told 'GMA3' that "What Was I Made For?" was greatly influenced by 'Barbie.'.
If we hadn’t been shown the movie
and talked to Greta about it, we
would not have made that song, Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'.
We wouldn’t have known the movie
had that gut-wrenching aspect to it, Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'.
Watching it and seeing what it
was about and that scene of Barbie
sitting at the bus stop and there’s
that old woman sitting next to her – , Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'.
... that scene just really got me and
it made me [go,] ‘Oh, this is so
much more than we all think.’, Billie Eilish, to 'GMA3'.
Eilish and Finneas also performed their hit song at the Oscars before Ryan Gosling took to the stage to sing another song from 'Barbie,' "I'm Just Ken.".
Eilish and Finneas also performed their hit song at the Oscars before Ryan Gosling took to the stage to sing another song from 'Barbie,' "I'm Just Ken.".
The siblings were awarded their first Oscar
as a duo in 2022 for "No Time to Die."
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Red Carpet Fashion , at the 2024 Oscars.
Red Carpet Fashion , at the 2024 Oscars.
The 96th Academy Awards
took place on March 10.
The 96th Academy Awards
took place on March 10.
Here's a look at what stars wore to the event:.
Here's a look at what stars wore to the event:.
Cynthia Erivo, The 'Wicked' star stunned in a green frilly dress.
Ariana Grande, Grande turned heads in a pink puffy gown.
Michelle Yeoh, 'The Brothers Sun' actress sparkled in silver.
Cillian Murphy, The 'Oppenheimer' actor looked
dapper in a black suit and bowtie. .
Florence Pugh, Pugh stunned in a silver gown.
Da'Vine Joy Randolph, 'The Holdovers' star looked
radiant in a shimmering blue gown.
Sandra Hüller, The 'Anatomy of a Fall' actress stood out
in a black gown with pointed shoulders.
Zendaya, The 'Dune' star rocked a pink dress with palm leaves.
America Ferrera, The 'Barbie' actress was mesmerizing in her shiny pink gown.
Danielle Brooks, 'The Color Purple' star commanded
attention in a strapless corset black gown.
Ryan Gosling, The 'Barbie' actor wore a black suit with silver trim.
Billie Eilish, The singer wore a white shirt with a blazer,
paired with a tweed skirt and white socks.
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Law Enforcement Hiring , Increased in 2023 , Following Years of Decline.
NBC reports that police departments in the United States
have seen their first increase in ranks, changing course
on a historic exodus of officers in recent years.
According to a recent survey,
2023 saw more officers sworn in
than any of the previous four years. .
At the same time, the survey by the Police Executive
Research Forum (PERF) also found that fewer law
enforcement officers resigned or retired in 2023. .
Law enforcement numbers had been declining following
the COVID pandemic and nationwide protests against
police brutality following the death of George Floyd. .
Law enforcement numbers had been declining following
the COVID pandemic and nationwide protests against
police brutality following the death of George Floyd. .
I just think that the past four
years have been particularly
challenging for American policing.
And our survey shows we’re
finally starting to turn a corner, Chuck Wexler, Executive director of PERF, via NBC.
NBC reports that declining numbers left
many police departments with a shortage of
officers, which resulted in slower response times.
Chuck Wexler, executive director of PERF, warns that many police departments are still struggling to recruit and retain officers.
According to Wexler, law enforcement , "isn't out of the woods yet.".
At least a dozen smaller police departments in
the nation have been forced to disband, leaving those
municipalities reliant upon state or county police forces.
NBC reports that in addition to increased pay and
benefits, many police departments have chosen to
change application requirements to increase hiring
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Elon Musk , Loses Appeal of , 'Twitter Sitter' Provision .
On April 29, the Supreme Court denied billionaire
Elon Musk's challenge to the terms of a Securities
and Exchange Commission agreement. .
On April 29, the Supreme Court denied billionaire
Elon Musk's challenge to the terms of a Securities
and Exchange Commission agreement. .
NBC reports that the SEC requirement
would require a lawyer to review
the Tesla CEO's social media posts. .
In his appeal, Musk argued that the SEC's requirement,
which has been dubbed the 'Twitter sitter' provision,
unlawfully imposed conditions on his freedom to comment. .
In his appeal, Musk argued that the SEC's requirement,
which has been dubbed the 'Twitter sitter' provision,
unlawfully imposed conditions on his freedom to comment. .
The SEC requirement stems from Musk's tweets in 2018 that
claimed he was taking Tesla private, which shocked the
market and caused shares in the company to surge.
The SEC requirement stems from Musk's tweets in 2018 that
claimed he was taking Tesla private, which shocked the
market and caused shares in the company to surge.
The SEC deemed the tweets
"materially false and misleading,"
and in clear violation of securities laws.
At the time, Musk agreed to settle the issue
with the SEC, which included his signing off
on the so-called "Twitter sitter" provision.
NBC reports that Musk has since said
the restrictions are unconstitutional and that
he was coerced into signing the SEC agreement.
According to court papers, lawyers
representing Musk have accused the SEC
of waging an "ongoing campaign" against Musk.
Musk's legal team claim the provision , "restricts Mr. Musk’s speech even
when truthful and accurate.".
It extends to speech not
covered by the securities laws
and with no relation to the conduct
underlying the SEC’s civil action, Elon Musk legal team, via NBC.
In response, the SEC said in court papers
that Musk waived his right to appeal
when he signed off on the settlement.
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'Law & Order: Organized Crime' is coming back! But it's moving from NBC to Peacock. Sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that Peacock is putting the finishing touches on a deal that would see the series starring Christopher Meloni move from NBC to the streaming service for a fifth season consisting of 10 episodes. Reps for Peacock, NBC, producers Universal Television and executive producer Dick Wolf declined to comment as a deal has yet to officially close.
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Sabrina Impacciatore of 'The White Lotus' and Domhnall Gleeson from 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' have been cast in the new take on the beloved NBC Steve Carell-led comedy 'The Office.'
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Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
The grants will bring solar energy
to over 900,000 households in both
low- and middle-income communities. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
NBC reports that solar power has gained
traction as a clean energy source that could
help reduce U.S. reliance on fossil fuels.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
49 of the new grants will be awarded at
the state level, six more will serve Native American
tribes and another five are multi-state awards.
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
Officials say that the latest environmental
announcements are part of an effort to energize
young voters ahead of his upcoming reelection campaign.
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda.
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A television adaptation of Park Chan-wook's 2003 film 'Oldboy' is in the works. The Korean filmmaker is partnering with Lionsgate Television to develop the series, which would be an English-language adaptation of the story. Park said, "Lionsgate Television shares my creative vision for bringing 'Oldboy' into the world of television. I look forward to working with a studio whose brand stands for bold, original and risk-taking storytelling."
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Peter Dinklage joins star-studded Wicked movie cast. The Emmy winning actor joins stars such as Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, and Michelle Yeoh in the upcoming film..
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