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The Final Trailer for ‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’ is Here

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Rebecca Murray
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Exodus Final Theatrical Trailer with Christian Bale and Joel Edgerton
Moses (Christian Bale), Joshua (Aaron Paul, center), and Nun the scholar (Ben Kingsley) in ‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’ (Photo: Kerry Brown – TM and © 2014 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation)

“One man will be chosen to save the world”

The final trailer for 20th Century Fox’s big-budget Biblical epic Exodus: Gods and Kings is now online featuring more fighting, more drama, and much more of the parting of the Red Sea. Directed by Ridley Scott from a screenplay by Adam Cooper & Bill Collage and Jeffrey Caine and Steven Zaillian, Exodus: Gods and Kings stars Christian Bale, a bronzed Joel Edgerton, Aaron Paul, John Turturro, Sigourney Weaver, Ben Mendelsohn and Ben Kingsley.

20th Century Fox is releasing Exodus: Gods and Kings in theaters on December 12, 2014.

The Plot:

From acclaimed director Ridley Scott comes the epic adventure Exodus: Gods and Kings, the story of one man’s daring courage to take on the might of an empire. Using state of the art visual effects and 3D immersion, Scott brings new life to the story of the defiant leader Moses (Christian Bale) as he rises up against the Egyptian Pharaoh Ramses (Joel Edgerton), setting 400,000 slaves on a monumental journey of escape from Egypt and its terrifying cycle of deadly plagues.

First Look: ‘Z for Zachariah’ Official Photo Arrives

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Rebecca Murray
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Lotus Entertainment has released the first photo from Z for Zachariah directed by Craig Zobel. The sci-fi/thriller/romance stars Chris Pine, Margot Robbie (rumored to be playing Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad), and Chiwetel Ejiofor and is based on the novel by Robert C. O’Brien. Locus Entertainment will be releasing the film in theaters in 2015.

The Z for Zachariah Plot:

A taught and sexy thriller based on the award winning novel of the same name. The movie is set in a post apocalyptic world, where a young woman named ANN (Margot Robbie) lives on a farm believing she is the last of the human race. Her fate is turned on its head when she meets LOOMIS (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a dying scientist on a hopeless quest to find his family. A budding young woman with feelings of lust, Ann starts to fall in love with Loomis while she nurses him back to health. But their relationship becomes tenuous when an unexpected survivor named CALEB (Chris Pine) shows up. Caleb is younger, stronger and more virile than Loomis. So when Loomis and Caleb begin to compete for Ann’s affections their primal urges seep to the surface. We soon see their true nature as they relentlessly struggle to claim the last woman on earth.

First Photo from Z for Zachariah
Chris Pine, Margot Robbie and Chiwetel Ejiofor star in ‘Z for Zachariah’ (Photo Courtesy of Lotus Entertainment)

-By Rebecca Murray

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One Direction, Ed Sheeran, and Sam Smith Set for “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”

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Rebecca Murray
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Do They Know Its Christmas to Benefit West Africa

Bob Geldof’s set the lineup for the new edition of his Band Aid song, “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” coming out in just a few days. The new holiday-themed song will be helping to raise money to fight Ebola in West Africa. Among the artists confirmed to take part are Ed Sheeran, One Direction, Sam Smith, Bastille, Foals, Elbow, Ellie Goulding, Emelie Sandé, Olly Murs, Bono, and Chris Martin.

According to Geldof, more artists will be joining the all-star lineup soon. Geldof’s also planning on changing up the lyrics to address the ongoing Ebola outbreak.

“We will reconvene Band Aid next Saturday after 30 years almost to the day,” explained Geldof at the press conference officially announcing the Ebola fundraiser. Geldof said that he got a call from the UN a few weeks ago saying they required at least a 20% increase across the board on assistance and materials and expressing their concern about the situation in West Africa.

Geldof said he and Midge Ure decided to do another “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” song to help raise the much-needed funds in large part due to the bravery of international health workers who’ve volunteered to go to West Afrida and help those in need. Although he doesn’t like to have to organize an effort like this, Geldof put that aside to call up artists to lend their voices to the new single.




Netflix Starts Work on Another Animated Series for Kids

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Rebecca Murray
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Justin Time Spinoff Coming to Netflix
“Justin Time” Logo (Photo by: Sprout)

The kid-friendly animated series Justin Time has spawned a spin-off. Justin Time The New Adventures will be based on the popular preschool series, and the new season will debut on Netflix sometime in 2016. Netflix and Guru Studio are teaming up on 13 brand-new half-hour episodes.

“We are excited to be working with some of the greatest animators in the world to bring new and original episodes of Justin Time to our members,” said Erik Barmack, Vice President of Content Acquisition for Netflix. “The series has been a hit for us across several Netflix territories and we expect nothing less for the new series.”

“Working with Netflix, one of the most dynamic and creative new kids entertainment platforms today, is genuinely exciting,” adds Frank Falcone, President and Creative Director, and Mary Bredin, Executive Vice President of Guru Studios. “We are thrilled to provide new episodes of Justin Time to Netflix members around the world.”

The Plot:

Justin Time is an award-winning character-driven animated series for three to six-year-olds that follows the adventures of Justin and his best friends Olive and Squidgy, as they set off on fantastical adventures throughout time, told from every corner of the world! Through the colourful lens of history, the series’ inspiring and playful stories prove that friendship, adventure and fun are timeless.




Katniss Meets Her Camera Team in the New Clip from ‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay’

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Rebecca Murray
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Lionsgate’s released the second official clip from the upcoming third film of The Hunger Games series, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1. In the new clip, Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) climbs on board a plane with the director and crew assigned to document the rebellion. Cressida (Game of Thrones‘ Natalie Dormer), the director, then introduces her to the crew which includes Messalla (Evan Ross), Castor (Wes Chatham), and Pollux (Elden Henson).

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 opens in theaters on November 21, 2014.

The Hunger Games Mockingjay Katniss Meets Cressida Clip
Natalie Dormer stars as ‘Cressida’ in THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY – PART 1. (Photo Credit: Murray Close)

The Plot:

The worldwide phenomenon of The Hunger Games continues to set the world on fire with The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, which finds Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) in District 13 after she literally shatters the games forever. Under the leadership of President Coin (Julianne Moore) and the advice of her trusted friends, Katniss spreads her wings as she fights to save Peeta (Josh Hutcherson) and a nation moved by her courage.

Nickelodeon’s The Fresh Beat Band Sets Out on Their 2014 – 2015 Tour

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Rebecca Murray
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The Fresh Beat Band 2014-2015 Tour Dates
Nickelodeon’s The Fresh Beat Band performing in their Fresh Beat Band Greatest Hits Live concert (Photo: Business Wire / Provided by Nickelodeon)

Nickelodeon’s The Fresh Beat Band is on the road again for another lengthy tour, which kicked off in Melbourne, FL on November 5th and will finish up in Los Angeles on February 15, 2015. The stars of the Emmy Award-winning preschool series will be hitting 40 cities, putting on concerts aimed at their younger audiences.

“We can’t wait for our Fresh Beat fans to go ‘bananas’ at our brand-new concert jam-packed with catchy tunes, over-the-top dance routines and silly surprises,” said The Fresh Beat Band. “We are pumped to perform our biggest hits plus new songs to create one unforgettable first concert experience for young kids.”

The set list:

1. The Fresh Beat Band Theme Song
2. DJ Get the Party Started
3. Walk Like an Egyptian
4. Music Keeps Me Movin’
5. A Friend Like You
6. Every Pirate Has to Dance
7. Spin Around
8. The Fresh Beat Band of Spies Theme Song
9. Here We Go
10. We Got the Beat
11. I Can Do Anything
12. Reach for the Sky
13. Freeze Dance
14. Shine (Acoustic)
15. Here for You
16. Bananas
17. Rockstar
18. Great Day (Remix)

2014-2015 The Fresh Beat Greatest Hits Live Tour Dates:

November 5 – Melbourne, FL at King Center for the Performing Arts
November 6 – Clearwater, FL at Ruth Eckerd Hall
November 7 – Boca Raton, FL at Mizner Park Amphitheatre
November 8 – Orlando, FL at Hard Rock Live
November 9 – Atlanta, GA at Fox Theatre
November 11 – North Charleston, SC at North Charleston Performing Arts Center
November 13 – Columbus, OH at Palace Theatre
November 14 – Akron, OH at Akron Civic Theatre
November 15 – Detroit, MI at Fox Theatre
November 16 – Milwaukee, WI at Riverside Theater
November 18 – Minneapolis, MN at Orpheum Theatre
November 19 – Kansas City, MO at Midland Theatre
November 20 – Park City, KS at Hartman Arena
November 21 – Grand Prairie, TX at Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie
November 22 – Baton Rouge, LA at Baton Rouge River Center
November 23 – Houston, TX at Bayou Music Center (2 shows)
November 25 – San Antonio, TX at Majestic Theatre
November 26 – Austin, TX at Austin City Limits Live
November 28 – St. Louis, MO at Peabody Opera House
November 29 – Rosemont, IL at Rosemont Theatre (2 shows)
November 30 – Indianapolis, IN at Murat Theatre
December 2 – Binghamton, NY at Broome County Arena
December 3 – Worcester, MA at Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
December 4 – Providence, RI at Providence Performing Arts Center
December 5 – Wilkes Barre, PA at F. M. Kirby Center
December 6 – Wallingford, CT at Toyota Presents the Oakdale Theatre
December 7 – Upper Darby, PA at Tower Theatre (2 shows)
December 10 – Pittsburgh, PA at Benedum Center
December 11 – Albany, NY at Palace Theatre
December 12 – Syracuse, NY at Landmark Theater
December 13 – Toms River, NJ at Pine Belt Arena (2 shows)
December 14 – Westbury, NY at Theatre at Westbury (2 shows)
December 16 – Erie, PA at Warner Theatre
December 18 – Rochester, NY at Rochester Auditorium Theatre
December 19 – Baltimore, MD at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall
December 20 – Columbia, SC at Township Auditorium
January 17-18 – New York, NY at Theater at Madison Square Garden (4 shows)
February 15 – Los Angeles, CA at Shrine Auditorium & Expo Center (2 shows)

 

WGN America’s Ready to Get Into the Unscripted Series Business

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Rebecca Murray
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Outlaw Country and Wrestling with Death WGN America Unscripted Shows

WGN America is moving forward with its first two original unscripted series: Outlaw Country and Wrestling with Death. Both shows will debut in early 2015, with Wrestling with Death premiering on January 13th at 10pm ET/PT and Outlaw Country making its network debut on February 24th at 10pm ET/PT.

Meanwhile, the network’s scripted titles Salem and Manhattan will both return in 2015 for their second seasons.

Announcing the unscripted series, WGN America released the following descriptions and trailers for both shows:

Outlaw Country:

Set in the town of Buckner, Missouri, “Outlaw Country chronicles the perennial battle between law enforcement and crime by following Steve and Mike Cook, brothers who act as Chief of Police and head of the Buckner Criminal Task Force, respectively, as they clash with John and Josh Monk, brothers they suspect are responsible for the town’s surge in crime. In this one hour docudrama, producers were given full access to both the police force and the Monk Brothers’ camp, providing an unprecedented look at crime in a small town from both sides of the law.

Wrestling with Death:

Executive producers Leftfield Pictures (Pawn Stars) presents Wrestling with Death:, a unique family docuseries that introduces The Lathams of Osceola, Arkansas: morticians by day who run The Wilson Funeral Home, and professional wrestlers by night who run The Mid-Southern Championship Wrestling League.

Nicolas Cage’s ‘The Trust’ Gets Picked Up for Theatrical Release

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Rebecca Murray
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The crime thriller The Trust has been snatched up by Saban Films for release in North America. The Trust is currently in the pre-production stage, with shooting expected to begin soon on the dramatic film starring Nicolas Cage in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ben and Alex Brewer are directing from a script by Ben Brewer and Adam Hirsch.

“The script for The Trust was incredibly captivating and tells such a riveting story,” said Saban President Bill Bromiley. “Audiences everywhere will love Nicolas Cage in this role and it’s a great addition to the Saban Films portfolio.”

Molly Hassell and Braxton Pope are producing with Mike Nilon, Arianne Fraser and Delphine Perrier executive producing.

The Plot:

The Trust centers on two crooked cops who discover a hidden safe, the contents of which will lead them down a deadly road of corruption. With each shocking twist, and every deadly turn, the pair are left fighting for their lives, with no one left to trust. Not even themselves.

Amazon Names the Best Books of 2014

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Rebecca Murray
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The Best Books of 2014

Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng has been named the Best Book of 2014 by the editors at Amazon.com. The editorial team read 480 books in order to come up with this year’s list of the Top 100 books as well as to choose which books would be named to the top 20 lists in more specific categories.

Among the interesting bits of trivia regarding this year’s selections include the fact that two first-time authors made the Top 10 list and overall 17 new authors made the Top 100 list. 31 authors who made the cut this year for the Top 100 list have also made the list in previous years.

“The top pick, Everything I Never Told You, is kind of a ‘sleeper’ in that it got less attention initially than other novels, but Ng’s debut is a sad and moving story that we all fell in love with from the first line,” stated Sara Nelson, Editorial Director of Books and Kindle at Amazon.com. “Deeply felt and searingly emotional, Everything I Never Told You is the kind of novel that people say doesn’t get published any more. We’re so happy it did.”

The Pigeon Needs a Bath! is the top pick in the Children’s Picture Books categories while The Fourteenth Goldfish was named the best of the books aimed at Middle Grade – ages 9-12. We Were Liars was selected as this year’s best Teen and Young Adult book.

Top 10 Editors’ Picks of 2014, Along with Reasons Behind Their Selections:

1. Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng: Quiet and beautiful, this novel about an unknowable teenage girl in a mixed-race family in the 1970s Midwest will make you cry.

2. All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr: A beautiful, atmospheric story about two young people, one French, one German, growing up on the eve of World War II.

3. In the Kingdom of Ice: The Grand and Terrible Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette by Hampton Sides: The ultimate adventure story, but with a touch of romance and intrigue. A historical The Perfect Storm.


4. The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace: A Brilliant Young Man Who Left Newark for the Ivy League by Jeff Hobbs: At once extremely personal and culturally wise, this reported memoir will change the way you think about race, class and the meaning of friendship.

5. Redeployment by Phil Klay: Strong, brilliant stories about survival of something almost as dangerous as war itself—its aftermath.

6. Revival by Stephen King: The best kind of King book: a little horror, but mostly pitch-perfect details about youth and faith and family.

7. Savage Harvest: A Tale of Cannibals, Colonialism, and Michael Rockefeller’s Tragic Quest for Primitive Art by Carl Hoffman: The Rockefeller clan might not have wanted to believe it, but author Hoffman is convincing about what led to the scion’s death. It’s not pretty…but it IS fascinating.

8. The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henríquez: Told in the many voices of the Latin American tenants of one apartment complex in Delaware, this novel illuminates several different kinds of immigrant experience.

9. Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty: Moriarty dazzles with another novel about “ordinary” Australian families and the secrets they keep.

10. Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel: Set in the not-so-distant future, this apocalyptic novel is surprisingly hopeful in its depiction of a culture that both mocks and mourns its disappeared past.

To check out the full list of the top 100 along with the rest of the Best of 2014 lists, visit www.amazon.com/bestbooks2014.

-By Rebecca Murray

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‘The Hunger Games’ Heads to the Stage

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Rebecca Murray
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The Hunger Games Heads to the Stage
Jennifer Lawrence stars as ‘Katniss Everdeen’ in THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY – PART 1. (Photo Credit: Murray Close/Lionsgate)

Lionsgate, Triangular Entertainment, and Imagine Nation are teaming up to bring The Hunger Games to the stage. Strange as it sounds, a special theater’s being built by Wembley Stadium in London to accommodate The Hunger Games “theatrical experience,” with an eye on opening it to audiences in the summer of 2016.

Robin de Levita, Harvey Goldsmith, Warren Adams, Brandon Victor Dixon, Robert Harris, and Gary Ricci are producing the stage show.

“Robin de Levita and the entire production team are the perfect partners for extending The Hunger Games franchise into a live theatrical experience,” said Lionsgate Chief Marketing Officer Tim Palen. “Their creative genius, combined with world-class production values and state-of-the-art technology will provide a uniquely immersive experience for fans around the world.”

“I’m thrilled to be partnering with an innovative next generation studio like Lionsgate on a property that resonates so deeply with global audiences,” added DeLevita. “The theater is a fantastic medium to bring the many meaningful layers of Suzanne Collins’ writing to life.”

The next chapter of The Hunger Games saga, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, opens in theaters on November 21, 2014. The final chapter, Mockingjay Part 2, arrives on November 20, 2015.


-By Rebecca Murray

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