Neon’s just released a new trippy trailer for writer/director Brandon Cronenberg’s Possessor. The sci-fi drama is set in a world in which technology allows a person to take over someone else’s body.
Discussing the origin of the story, Cronenberg said, “It was a time when things were changing in my life very quickly and I was waking up feeling this sense of absence of familiarity – like I had to scramble to form some kind of identity that made sense in that context. I don’t think that’s an uncommon thing to varying degrees. I think a lot of people have those moments where either they feel like they need to play a character to present themselves or something shifts in their lives. So, on a personal and philosophical level, I thought that idea was interesting. I wanted to explore that in a sci-fi way.”
Cronenberg’s behind the scenes team includes director of photography Karim Hussain, production designer Rupert Lazarus, editor Matthew Hannam, and costume designer Aline Gilmore.
Neon will release Possessor in select theaters and drive-ins on October 9, 2020.
The Plot:
Possessor is an arresting sci-fi thriller about elite, corporate assassin Tasya Vos. Using brain-implant technology, Vos takes control of other people’s bodies to execute high profile targets. As she sinks deeper into her latest assignment Vos becomes trapped inside a mind that threatens to obliterate her.
Andrea Riseborough stars in ‘Possessor’ (Photo Credit: Neon)‘Possessor’ Poster (Photo Credit: Neon)
Netflix has just given a series order for The Three-Body Problem from Alexander Woo (True Blood) and Game of Thrones‘ David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. Vice President, Original Series at Netflix Peter Friedlander announced the new dramatic series based on the award-winning science fiction trilogy by Liu Cixin. Cixin’s trilogy is described as the story of “humanity’s first contact with an alien civilization.”
Author Liu Cixin and Ken Liu (writer of the English translations of The Three-Body Problem and Death’s End) will be involved as consulting producers. Benioff, Weiss, and Woo are writing and executive producing the series. Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, Bernadette Caulfield, Lin Qi, Zhao Jilong, Nena Rodrigue, Rosamund Pike, Robie Uniacke, and Plan B Entertainment are also on board as executive producers.
“The first time I read The Three-Body Problem trilogy (Remembrance of Earth’s Past), it changed what science fiction meant to me forever,” said Friedlander. “Although it may seem like a familiar premise – the story of humanity’s first contact with an alien civilization – Chinese author Liu Cixin’s ability to interweave science with fiction made his vision of the future and extra-terrestrial contact feel more realistic than any other science fiction I’ve read. At the same time, I was also drawn in by the story of all of humanity vulnerable to the same external threat and how this both unifies and divides humans.
Since my earliest days at Netflix working on series like Black Mirror and Sense8, I’ve sought out stories and POVs that are singular. This story felt singular, special – and eminently relatable. That’s why I’m pleased to announce that the Hugo Award-winning The Three-Body Problem and its two sequels are coming to Netflix as a series.”
Commenting on the Netflix project, author Liu Cixin said, “I have the greatest respect for and faith in the creative team adapting The Three-Body Problem for television audiences. I set out to tell a story that transcends time and the confines of nations, cultures and races; one that compels us to consider the fate of humankind as a whole. It is a great honor as an author to see this unique sci-fi concept travel and gain fandom across the globe and I am excited for new and existing fans all over the world to discover the story on Netflix.”
Writers/executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss stated, “Liu Cixin’s trilogy is the most ambitious science-fiction series we’ve read, taking readers on a journey from the 1960s until the end of time, from life on our pale blue dot to the distant fringes of the universe. We look forward to spending the next years of our lives bringing this to life for audiences around the world.”
“It’s a privilege to be adapting one of the great masterpieces of Chinese science-fiction. The Three-Body Problem trilogy combines so many things I love: rich, multi-layered characters and true existential stakes – all told as an elegant and deeply human allegory. I’m thrilled to kick off my partnership with Netflix with this accomplished creative team,” said writer/executive producer Alexander Woo.
Miranda Lambert sets a record with her ‘The 54th Annual CMA Awards’ nominations (Photo Credit: Ellen Von Unwerth / Courtesy of the CMA Awards)
Miranda Lambert tops the list of nominees for the 54th Annual CMA Awards with seven, setting a new record as the most-nominated female artist in CMA Awards history. Lambert now has 55 nominations, knocking Reba McEntire’s 51 total nominations into second place.
Luke Combs followed close behind Lambert’s 2020 CMA Awards nominations with six nominations, Marren Morris picked up five, and Dan + Shay, producer Jay Joyce, and Carly Pearce each earned four.
The 2020 CMA Awards will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 and will be broadcast live from Nashville on ABC beginning at 8pm ET (tape-delayed on the West Coast).
“This year’s nominees represent the passion, creativity, and hope our world could use more of these days. From record-shattering milestones to reaching across genre lines, these finalists are outstanding examples of the craft and camaraderie Country Music holds deeply,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer. “As we navigate the coming months and look to properly honor our nominees and the community, we are committed to delivering the safest and most memorable live television experience our artists, creators and fans could ask for. We cannot wait to reveal our two incredible CMA Awards hosts in just a few weeks and we look forward to celebrating Country Music this November!”
THE 54th ANNUAL CMA AWARDS NOMINEES:
ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR
• Eric Church
• Luke Combs
• Miranda Lambert
• Carrie Underwood
• Keith Urban
SINGLE OF THE YEAR
• “10,000 Hours” – Dan + Shay (with Justin Bieber)
• “Beer Never Broke My Heart” – Luke Combs
• “Bluebird” – Miranda Lambert
• “The Bones” – Maren Morris
• “I Hope” – Gabby Barrett
ALBUM OF THE YEAR
• Heartache Medication – Jon Pardi
• Never Will – Ashley McBryde
• Old Dominion – Old Dominion
• What You See Is What You Get – Luke Combs
• Wildcard – Miranda Lambert
SONG OF THE YEAR
• “Bluebird” – Songwriters: Luke Dick, Natalie Hemby, Miranda Lambert
• “The Bones” – Songwriters: Maren Morris, Jimmy Robbins, Laura Veltz
• “Even Though I’m Leaving” – Songwriters: Luke Combs, Wyatt B. Durrette III, Ray Fulcher
• “I Hope You’re Happy Now” – Songwriters: Luke Combs, Randy Montana, Carly Pearce, Jonathan Singleton
• “More Hearts Than Mine” – Songwriters: Ingrid Andress, Sam Ellis, Derrick Southerland
FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
• Miranda Lambert
• Ashley McBryde
• Maren Morris
• Kacey Musgraves
• Carrie Underwood
MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
• Eric Church
• Luke Combs
• Thomas Rhett
• Chris Stapleton
• Keith Urban
VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR
• Lady A
• Little Big Town
• Midland
• Old Dominion
• Rascal Flatts
VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR
• Brooks & Dunn
• Brothers Osborne
• Dan + Shay
• Florida Georgia Line
• Maddie & Tae
MUSICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR
• “10,000 Hours” – Dan + Shay (with Justin Bieber)
• “Be A Light” – Thomas Rhett featuring Reba McEntire, Hillary Scott, Chris Tomlin, Keith Urban
• “The Bones” – Maren Morris with Hozier
• “Fooled Around And Fell In Love” – Miranda Lambert (feat. Maren Morris, Elle King, Ashley McBryde, Tenille Townes & Caylee Hammack)
• “I Hope You’re Happy Now” – Carly Pearce and Lee Brice
MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR
• Jenee Fleenor, Fiddle
• Paul Franklin, Steel Guitar
• Rob McNelley, Guitar
• Ilya Toshinskiy, Guitar
• Derek Wells, Guitar
MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
• “10,000 Hours” – Dan + Shay (with Justin Bieber)
• “Bluebird” – Miranda Lambert
• “Homemade” – Jake Owen
• “I Hope You’re Happy Now” – Carly Pearce and Lee Brice
• “Second One To Know” – Chris Stapleton
NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR
• Jimmie Allen
• Ingrid Andress
• Gabby Barrett
• Carly Pearce
• Morgan Wallen
Netflix has just dropped the official trailer for the animated action series, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous. The latest installment in the Jurassic Park franchise also revealed its official poster as well as a special interactive website that allows visitors to explore the camp.
Netflix has set a September 18, 2020 premiere date for the eight-episode series. (Each episode runs 22 minutes.)
Jurassic Park‘s Steven Spielberg executive produces with Colin Trevorrow (director of Jurassic World), Frank Marshall (Jurassic World producer), Scott Kreamer, Aaron Hammersley, and Lane Lueras. Hammersley and Kreamer guide the first season as showrunners.
The voice cast includes Paul-Mikél Williams as Darius, Jenna Ortega as Brooklynn, Ryan Potter as Kenji, Raini Rodriguez as Sammy, Sean Giambrone as Ben, Kausar Mohammed as Yaz, Jameela Jamil as Roxie, and Glen Powell as Dave.
The Plot, Courtesy of Netflix:
Set against the timeline of the blockbuster film Jurassic World, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous follows a group of six teenagers trapped at a new adventure camp on the opposite side of Isla Nublar. When the events of the film unfold and dinosaurs are unleashed across the island, each kid realizes their very survival rests on the shoulders of themselves and their fellow campers.
Unable to reach the outside world, our six teens will go from strangers to friends to family as they band together to survive the dinosaurs and uncover hidden secrets so deep they threaten the world itself.
Poster for Netflix’s animated series ‘Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous’ Poster
Kevin McKidd in ‘Room 104’ (Photograph by Tyler Golden/HBO)
HBO’s just released details on the final six episodes of the fourth season of Room 104. The critically acclaimed half-hour anthology series from Mark Duplass and Jay Duplass is wrapping up its four season run with episode 12, “Generations,” airing on October 9, 2020.
The Duplass siblings serve as executive producers along with Sydney Fleischmann, Mel Eslyn, and Tyler Romary.
The Season 4 Plot, Courtesy of HBO:
“Exploring a variety of genres, from dark comedy to sci-fi, to the series’ first-ever animated episode and original songs, this season will continue to surprise viewers week to week. The premiere episode will be the first time in the series that Mark Duplass stars, writes, directs and performs original music. Stories and characters featured in season four include: an estranged performer giving a one-night-only performance; a woman battling her dark past with addiction; a dollhouse; transporting back in time; and more.
Providing one last glimpse into the lives of the guests in Room 104, the final season of the genre-bending, and risk-taking anthology proves to be another showcase of writing, performing and directing.”
Room 104 Episodes 7 – 12 Guide:
Season 4, Episode 7: “Foam Party”
Debut Date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 (11:00-11:20 p.m. ET/PT)
Hoping to impress his new housemates, perpetually insecure Jack (Benjamin Papac) organizes an epic foam party in Room 104, but things get strange when the foam leaves the partiers with a shocking side effect.
Written by Bryan Poyser; directed by Natalie Morales.
Season 4, Episode 8: “No Dice”
Debut Date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 (11:00-11:25 p.m. ET/PT)
Slick gameshow host Chip Crawford (Gary Cole) wants nothing more than to keep his meet-and-greet with Enid (Linda Lavin), his eighty-something biggest fan, as short as possible, but Enid has other plans in store.
Written by Julian Wass; directed by Patrick Brice.
Season 4, Episode 9: “The Last Man”
Debut Date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT)
After failing once again to win a battle against his mortal enemy Durkon (Desean Terry), Kyran’s mentor Granada (Suzanne Nichols) gives him a lesson in vanquishing his foe for good.
Written by Mark Duplass; directed by Julian Wass.
Season 4, Episode 10: “The Night Babby Died”
Debut Date: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT)
When childhood best friends Bruce (Leonardo Nam) and Abby (Lily Gladstone) meet for the first time in decades, Bruce’s eccentric plan to resurrect their friendship reopens old wounds.
Written by Jenée LaMarque & Julian Wass; directed by Jenée LaMarque.
Season 4, Episode 11: “Fur”
Debut Date: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 (11:00-11:25 p.m. ET/PT)
It’s 1987 and friends Finley (Jordyn Lucas) and Grey (Natasha Perez) crash Room 104 to celebrate their last summer before starting high school, but Grey’s insecurities flare up when popular jock John (Jake Green) comes over.
Written and directed by Mel Eslyn.
Season 4, Episode 12: “Generations” (Series Finale)
Debut Date: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 (11:00-11:25 p.m. ET/PT)
While Keir (Ntare Mwine) prepares for his Generations Ceremony, he reflects on his life and relives painful memories of the moments that shaped him.
Written by Julian Wass; directed by Sydney Fleischmann.
On August 31, 2020 (September 1st in South Korea) it was announced by Billboard that BTS’ mega-hit “Dynamite” debuted at number one on their Hot 100 chart, making them the first Korean pop act in history to top the Hot 100.
According to Billboard, “Dynamite” roared “in with 33.9 million U.S. streams and 300,000 sold,” marking the biggest digital sales week in the nearly three years since Taylor Swift’s “Look What You Made Me Do” launched in September 2017. This isn’t the global super group’s first time on the Hot 100 Top 10. Back in March, their song “ON” debuted at number four on the chart. In 2019 their single “Boy with Luv” featuring pop star Halsey debuted at number eight, and in 2018 “Fake Love” debuted at number 10.
Overall, “Dynamite” is the 43rd song in history to debut at number one on Billboard’s Hot 100.
BTS has been shattering record after record with their latest single. The “Dynamite” music video reached new heights on YouTube, with an astonishing 101.1 million views within 24 hours after its release and garnering over 3 million peak concurrent viewers immediately upon release. The song has also topped the iTunes charts in 109 regions as well as Spotify’s “Global Top 50” chart – the very first for a Korean act.
“Dynamite” has already sold over 500,000 units in the United States making it the group’s fastest song to hit this mark.
BTS currently has three albums charting on the Billboard 200, with their album Map of the Soul: 7 rising a whopping 46 spots to #29. Love Myself: Answer sits at number #111 and their Japanese album, Map of the Soul: The Journey, at #156.
The band recently performed “Dynamite” for the first time at the MTV Video Music Awards where they won all four categories they were nominated in: BEST POP, BEST GROUP, BEST K-POP and BEST CHOREOGRAPHY.
The news that BTS earned the number one spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 comes on member Jungkook’s 23rd birthday. Member’s RM, JIN, SUGA, and V took to Weverse, an app they use to communicate with their fans, to celebrate their impressive accomplishment. V even asked, “Is this real?”
Next up for the hit-making group is the iHeartRadio Music Festival kicking off September 18, 2020. iHeartRadio’s keeping it safe and will live-stream the event due to Covid-19.
HBO’s limited series The Third Day will premiere on September 14, 2020, with new episodes of the six-part series dropping on Mondays at 9pm ET/PT. Created by Dennis Kelly and Felix Barrett, The Third Day stars Jude Law (The New Pope) and Naomie Harris (Moonlight) and is told in two parts: “Summer” and “Winter.”
The cast of the psychological thriller also includes Katherine Waterston (Fantastic Beasts), Emily Watson (Chernobyl), and Paddy Considine (The Outsider). The series is a Sky and HBO co-production with Sky Studios, Plan B Entertainment, and Punchdrunk producing. Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Felix Barrett, and Dennis Kelly served as executive producers.
Dennis Kelly wrote the “Summer” portion and Marc Munden directed. “Winter” is written by Kit De Waal, Dean O’Loughlin, and Dennis Kelly with Philippa Lowthorpe directing.
The Third Day Details and Episode Descriptions, Courtesy of HBO:
Told over the first three episodes, “Summer” stars Jude Law as Sam, a man who is drawn to a mysterious island off the British coast where he encounters a group of islanders set on preserving their traditions at any cost. Isolated from the mainland, Sam is unable to leave the idyllic and dangerously enchanting world he has discovered, where the secretive rituals of its inhabitants bring him to grapple with experiences of loss and trauma hidden in his past through the distorted lens of the present. As boundaries between fantasy and reality fragment, his quest to unlock the truth leads the islanders to reveal a shocking secret.
“Summer” characters include:
SAM (JUDE LAW) Sam, a kind family man from London, is brought to the island after helping one of its young residents. He finds himself drawn to the Island, however it begins to take a psychological tole on Sam, as he begins to relive trauma from his past.
JESS (KATHERINE WATERSTON) Jess is an American historian, and frequent visitor to the island. She is fascinated by the island’s history and culture and is keen to share what she knows. She has a forthright, but comfortable nature about her, and becomes a confidant to Sam.
MRS. MARTIN (EMILY WATSON) Mrs. Martin runs the local pub, The Oyster, with her husband. Brash and foul-mouthed, her bark is worse than her bite. She and her husband are respected pillars of the community, who proudly uphold the island’s traditions.
MR. MARTIN (PADDY CONSIDINE) Mr. Martin runs the local pub, The Oyster, with his wife. He is a fastidious, cheerful man who always looks at the bright side of things. He is quick to help Sam and welcomes him to the island with open arms.
LARRY (JOHN DAGLEISH) Larry is a violent local, keen on causing trouble. He is a close friend of Jason’s who wants Sam off the island, and he will stop at nothing to see him gone.
JASON (MARK LEWIS JONES) Jason is a local, and father to Epona, the young girl Sam helps. He is a troubled man who is suspicious of Sam and is unhappy with him staying on the island.
After “Summer,” comes “Fall,” a theatrical event broadcast online where viewers who seek more will be immersed in the world of The Third Day. Featuring members of The Third Day cast including Jude Law and Katherine Waterston, viewers will follow the events of a single day in real time. Florence Welch will also feature in an acting role. Capturing events as live and in one continuous take, this cinematic broadcast will invite viewers deeper into the mysterious and suspenseful world of The Third Day, and blur and distort the lines between what’s real and what’s not. It is created by theatrical innovators Punchdrunk and co-directed by founder and artistic director of Punchdrunk Felix Barrett and “Summer” director Marc Munden.
“Winter” unfolds over the latter three episodes and stars Naomie Harris as Helen, a strong-willed outsider who comes to the island seeking answers, but whose arrival precipitates a fractious battle to decide its fate as the lines between fantasy and fact are distorted.
“Winter” characters include:
HELEN (NAOMIE HARRIS) Helen, strong-willed and pragmatic, comes to the island with her daughters, Ellie and Talulah. She soon finds herself caught between the opposing factions on the island and must quickly determine who can be trusted.
ELLIE (NICO PARKER) Ellie comes to the island with her mother and sister to celebrate her birthday. Quiet and considerate, Ellie has been having trouble at school and finds solace in religion. She takes a liking to the island and befriends a local girl, who introduces her to the Island’s culture and traditions.
TALLULAH (CHARLOTTE GAIRDNER-MIHELL) Tallulah, bright and opinionated, is Helen’s youngest daughter. She is less taken by the island than her sister and is keen to get back to the creature comforts that await on the mainland.
COWBOY (PAUL KAYE) Though not being an island native, the Cowboy is a true believer of the island’s customs and traditions. Ready to assist a fellow outsider, he helps Helen navigate the fractious battleground the island has become.
Jude Law as Sam in ‘The Third Day’ (Photograph by Ludovic Robert / HBO )
Episodes 1 – 5:
Episode 1: “Friday – The Father”
Debut date: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 (9:00-10:00 P.M. ET/PT)
After Sam (Jude Law), a London family man in crisis, rescues a troubled young girl in the woods, he brings her home to the ominous Osea Island, where inhabitants are preparing for a curious annual festival involving the island’s history. As he meets Osea’s secretive locals, Sam grows increasingly desperate to return to the mainland to make an important call – but the island proves difficult to escape.
Episode 2: “Saturday – The Son”
Debut date: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 (9:00-10:00 P.M. ET/PT)
Plagued by a disturbing dream, Sam (Jude Law) awakes to find himself in a compromising situation and, having missed the morning crossing to return to the mainland, spends the day trying to learn more about the islanders’ beliefs. After a series of confusing and terrifying events leaves him shaken, Sam quickly plots a way off Osea with Jess (Katherine Waterston), but is convinced to stay put as the islanders prepare for a dry run of their big event.
Episode 3: “Sunday – The Ghost”
Debut date: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 (9:00-10:00 P.M. ET/PT)
Sam (Jude Law) is shocked to learn the truth about his connection to Osea and the islanders’ intentions for his future. Later, in a fight for his life, Sam tries desperately to escape their clutches and make it back to the mainland in one piece.
Episode 4: “Monday – The Mother”
Debut date: MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 (9:00-10:00 P.M. ET/PT)
Winter. Helen (Naomie Harris) surprises her two daughters, Tallulah (Charlotte Gairdner-Mihell) and Ellie (Nico Parker), with a trip to Osea Island for Ellie’s birthday. After finding that the cottage she booked is suspiciously no longer available, Helen scours the island for a place to stay, but finds resistance at every turn.
Episode 5: “Tuesday – The Daughter”
Debut date: MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 (9:00-10:00 P.M. ET/PT)
As the islanders prepare for a fateful birth, Helen (Naomie Harris) reveals her true intentions in coming to Osea and, after joining a search party, is pressed on her past. A peculiar girl befriends Ellie (Nico Parker) and offers to take her to a mysterious place closed off to outsiders.
“Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special” will premiere globally on Apple TV+. (Photo Credit: Apple TV+)
Grammy Award-winner Mariah Carey will be celebrating the holiday season with Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special on Apple TV+. Carey’s just-announced special will attempt to get everyone into a holiday mood – it’s 2020 so that won’t be easy – with a selection of holiday favorites and special guest stars.
Apple TV+ did not announce a premiere date for the holiday event.
Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special arrives as Carey’s holiday anthem “All I Want For Christmas is You” turns 25. Per the official announcement, Carey’s holiday special promises to include “a star-studded lineup of surprise guest appearances, in a magical holiday journey to enliven the Christmas spirit around the world. The innovative special will combine music, dancing, and animation driven by a universally heartwarming story that brings the world together.”
Mariah Carey will executive produce along with Ian Stewart, Raj Kapoor, and Ashley Edens for Done + Dusted (The Disney Family Singalong, John Legend’s A Legendary Christmas with John and Chrissy). BAFTA Award winner Hamish Hamilton (Oscars, Super Bowl halftime show, London Olympics opening and closing ceremonies) and Oscar nominee Roman Coppola (Moonrise Kingdom) are on board to direct, with Coppola also serving as an executive producer.
Sex and the City‘s Kim Cattrall returns to television in a starring role as the lead in Fox’s Filthy Rich. The new Southern Gothic family drama comes from The Help‘s writer/director Tate Taylor and makes its debut on September 21, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT. In support of its premiere, Fox has released photos from episode one along with the season one plot description.
In addition to Kim Cattrall as Margaret, the cast of season one includes Gerald McRaney as Eugene, Corey Cott as Eric, Olivia Macklin as Becky, and Aubrey Dollar as Rose. Melia Kreiling plays Ginger, Benjamin Levy Aguilar is Antonio, Mark L. Young is Jason, Steve Harris is Franklin Lee, and Aaron Lazar plays Reverend Paul Thomas.
Series creator Tate Taylor wrote and directed episode one and serves as an executive producer. Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo, John Norris, and Abe Sylvia also executive produce, with Sylvia handling showrunner duties.
Filthy Rich Plot, Courtesy of Fox:
Meet the Monreauxes, a mega-rich Southern family famed for creating a wildly successful Christian television network. On the cusp of launching a digital retail arm of the company, the family’s patriarch, EUGENE, dies in a plane crash (or so we think), leaving MARGARET, a now-“Oprah” to the religious and Southern communities, to take charge of the family business. Not surprisingly, Eugene’s apparent death greatly impacts the Monreaux children: ERIC, the couple’s ambitious son, married to the prim and snooty BECKY, who assumes he will now run the show; and daughter ROSE, a budding fashion designer, who constantly struggles to evade the vast shadow cast by her mother.
If that wasn’t enough, the Monreauxes are stunned to learn that Eugene fathered three illegitimate children, all of whom are written into his will. Now, Margaret must use her business savvy and Southern charm to control her newly legitimized heirs, whose very existence threatens the Monreaux family name and fortune: GINGER, the tough-as-nails daughter of a Vegas cocktail waitress, whose life was virtually destroyed by Eugene’s rejection; ANTONIO, a single dad and boxer from Queens, NY; and JASON, another scion, who is not what he seems to be.
Margaret’s rock is her lifelong confidant and friend, FRANKLIN LEE, the Monreaux family lawyer, who has her back in the wake of the death of her husband and threats to the Monreaux empire, one of them being the beloved, popular, influential, and ambitious minister at the Sunshine Network, REVEREND PAUL THOMAS, who doesn’t think Margaret is capable of running the network, a newly announced retail venture, and her TV show simultaneously.
With monumental twists and turns, not to mention lies, deceit and shade from every direction, FILTHY RICH presents a world in which everyone has an ulterior motive – and no one is going down without a fight.
MTV’s Video Music Awards held on August 30, 2020 and hosted by Keke Palmer were as wild and weird as the year itself. Performed in front of a virtual attendees and accompanied by an audience track that seemed lifted straight out of a game show, the 2020 Video Music Awards were jampacked with incredible performances. Miley Cyrus mounted her iconic wrecking ball, Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande performed “Rain on Me,” BTS debuted their hit single, “Dynamite,” and DaBaby made a powerful statement about police brutality.
Multiple artists used their time in the spotlight to urge the VMA audience to get out and vote, to seek justice and equality, and to make their voices heard. Plus, MTV’s Video Music Awards set an excellent example by highlighting the use of masks during performances to help stop the spread of Covid-19.
Lady Gaga emerged as the evening’s big winner, taking home five awards including Artist of the Year. Ariana Grande followed close behind with four wins in categories including Best Music Video from Home for “Stuck with U” with Justin Bieber. BTS collected wins in the Best Pop, Best K-pop, and Best Group categories, and The Weeknd snagged top honors in the Video of the Year and Best R&B categories.
The awards show also featured Lady Gaga winning the first-ever MTV Tricon Award and first-time director Taylor Swift picking up a win for helming her “The Man” music video.
MTV VMAs 2020 Winners:
Video of the Year
WINNER: The Weeknd: “Blinding Lights” – XO / Republic Records
Billie Eilish: “Everything I Wanted” – Darkroom / Interscope Records
Eminem ft. Juice WRLD: “Godzilla” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope Records
Future ft. Drake: “Life Is Good” – Epic Records / Freebandz
Lady Gaga with Ariana Grande: “Rain on Me” – Streamline / Interscope Records
Taylor Swift: “The Man” – Republic Records
Artist of the Year
WINNER: Lady Gaga – Streamline / Interscope Records
DaBaby – SCMG / Interscope Records
Justin Bieber – RBMG / Def Jam
Megan Thee Stallion – 300 Entertainment
Post Malone – Republic Records
The Weeknd – XO / Republic Records
PUSH Best New Artist
WINNER: Doja Cat — Kemosabe / RCA Records
Jack Harlow — Generation Now / Atlantic Records
Lewis Capaldi — Capitol Records
Roddy Ricch — Atlantic Records
Tate McRae — RCA Records
Yungblud – Locomotion Recordings / Geffen Records / Interscope Records
Song of the Year
WINNER: Lady Gaga with Ariana Grande: “Rain On Me” – Streamline / Interscope Records
Billie Eilish: “Everything I Wanted” – Darkroom / Interscope Records
Doja Cat: “Say So” – Kemosabe / RCA Records
Megan Thee Stallion: “Savage” – 300 Entertainment
Post Malone: “Circles” – Republic Records
Roddy Ricch: “The Box” – Atlantic Records
Best Collaboration
WINNER: Lady Gaga with Ariana Grande: “Rain On Me” – Streamline / Interscope Records
Ariana Grande & Justin Bieber: “Stuck with U” – Republic Records / Def Jam
Black Eyed Peas ft. J Balvin: “Ritmo (Bad Boys For Life)” – Epic Records / We The Best
Ed Sheeran ft. Khalid: “Beautiful People” – Atlantic Records
Future ft. Drake: “Life Is Good” – Epic Records / Freebandz
Karol G ft. Nicki Minaj: “Tusa” – Universal Music Latin Entertainment
MTV Tricon Award
WINNER: Lady Gaga – Streamline / Interscope Records
Best Pop
WINNER: BTS: “On” – Big Hit Entertainment
Halsey: “You Should Be Sad” – Capitol Records
Jonas Brothers: “What a Man Gotta Do” – Republic Records
Justin Bieber ft. Quavo: “Intentions” – RBMG / Def Jam
Lady Gaga with Ariana Grande: “Rain On Me” – Streamline / Interscope Records
Taylor Swift: “Lover” – Republic Records
Best Hip Hop
WINNER: Megan Thee Stallion: “Savage” – 300 Entertainment
DaBaby: “Bop” – SCMG / Interscope Records
Eminem ft. Juice WRLD: “Godzilla” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope Records
Future ft. Drake: “Life Is Good” – Epic Records / Freebandz
Roddy Ricch: “The Box” – Atlantic Records
Travis Scott: “Highest in the Room” – Epic Records / Cactus Jack
Best R&B
WINNER: The Weeknd: “Blinding Lights” – XO / Republic Records
Alicia Keys: “Underdog” – RCA Records
Chloe x Halle: “Do It” – Parkwood / Columbia Records
H.E.R. ft. YG: “Slide” – MBK / RCA Records
Khalid ft. Summer Walker: “Eleven” – Right Hand Music / RCA Records
Lizzo: “Cuz I Love You” – Atlantic Records
Best K-Pop
WINNER: BTS: “On” – Big Hit Entertainment
EXO: “Obession” – SM Entertainment
(G)I-DLE: “Oh My God” – Republic Records
Monsta X: “Someone’s Someone” – Epic Records
Red Velvet: “Psycho” – SM Entertainment
Tomorrow X Together: “9 and Three Quarters (Run Away)” – Big Hit Entertainment
Best Latin
WINNER: Maluma ft. J Balvin: “Qué Pena” – Sony Music Latin
Anuel AA ft. Daddy Yankee, Ozuna, Karol G & J Balvin: “China” – Real Hasta La Muerte
Bad Bunny: “Yo Perreo Sola” – Rimas Entertainment
Black Eyed Peas ft. Ozuna & J. Rey Soul: “Mamacita” – Epic Records
J Balvin: “Amarillo” – Universal Music Latin Entertainment
Karol G ft. Nicki Minaj: “Tusa” – Universal Music Latin Entertainment
Best Rock
WINNER: Coldplay: “Orphans” – Atlantic Records
Blink-182: “Happy Days” – Columbia Records
Evanescence: “Wasted On You” – BMG
Fall Out Boy ft. Wyclef Jean: “Dear Future Self (Hands Up)” – Island Records
Green Day: “Oh Yeah!” – Reprise / Warner Records
The Killers: “Caution” – Island Records
Best Alternative
WINNER: Machine Gun Kelly: “Bloody Valentine” – Bad Boy / Interscope Records
The 1975: “If You’re Too Shy (Let Me Know)” – Dirty Hit / Interscope Records
All Time Low: “Some Kind Of Disaster” – Fueled By Ramen
Finneas: “Let’s Fall in Love for the Night” – AWAL
Lana Del Rey: “Doin’ Time” – Interscope Records
Twenty One Pilots: “Level of Concern” – Elektra Music Group / Fueled By Ramen
Best Group
WINNER: BTS
5 Seconds of Summer
The 1975
Blackpink
Chloe x Halle
CNCO
Little Mix
Monsta X
Now United
Twenty One Pilots
Best Music Video From Home
WINNER: Ariana Grande & Justin Bieber: “Stuck with U” – Republic Records / Def Jam
5 Seconds of Summer: “Wildflower” – Interscope Records
Blink-182: “Happy Days” – Columbia Records
Drake: “Toosie Slide” – OVO/Republic Records
John Legend: “Bigger Love” – Columbia Records
Twenty One Pilots: “Level of Concern” – Elektra Music Group / Fueled By Ramen
Best Quarantine Performance
WINNER: CNCO: MTV Unplugged At Home
Chloe x Halle: “Do It (from MTV Prom-Athon)”
DJ D-Nice: Club MTV Presents: #DanceTogether
John Legend: #TogetherAtHome Concert Series
Lady Gaga: “Smile” from One World: Together At Home
Post Malone: Nirvana Tribute
Video For Good
WINNER: H.E.R.: “I Can’t Breathe” – MBK / RCA Records
Anderson .Paak: “Lockdown” – 12 Tone Music Group
Billie Eilish: “All the Good Girls Go to Hell” – Darkroom / Interscope Records
Demi Lovato: “I Love Me” – Island Records
Lil Baby: “The Bigger Picture” – Quality Control Music / Motown / Capitol Music Group
Taylor Swift: “The Man” – Republic Records
Everyday Heroes: Frontline Medical Workers
WINNER: ALL
Dr. Elvis Francois and Dr. William Robinson: “Imagine”
Dr. Nate Wood: “Lean On Me”
Jefferson University Hospital’s Swab Squad: “Level Up”
Jason “Tik Tok Doc” Campbell
Lori Marie Key: “Amazing Grace”
Best Direction
WINNER: Taylor Swift: “The Man” – Republic Records – Directed by Taylor Swift
Billie Eilish: “Xanny” – Darkroom / Interscope Records – Directed by Billie Eilish
Doja Cat: “Say So” – Kemosabe / RCA Records – Directed by Hannah Lux Davis
Dua Lipa: “Don’t Start Now” – Warner Records – Directed by Nabil
Harry Styles: “Adore You” – Columbia Records – Directed by Dave Meyers
The Weeknd: “Blinding Lights” – XO / Republic Records – Directed by Anton Tammi
Best Cinematography
WINNER: Lady Gaga with Ariana Grande: “Rain On Me” – Streamline / Interscope Records – Cinematography by Michael Merriman
5 Seconds of Summer: “Old Me” – Interscope Records – Cinematography by Kieran Fowler
Camila Cabello ft. DaBaby: “My Oh My” – Syco Music / Epic Records – Cinematography by Scott Cunningham
Billie Eilish: “all the good girls go to hell” – Darkroom / Interscope Records – Cinematography by Christopher Probst
Katy Perry: “Harleys In Hawaii” – Capitol Records – Cinematography by Arnau Valls
The Weeknd: “Blinding Lights” – XO / Republic Records – Cinematography by Oliver Millar
Best Art Direction
WINNER: Miley Cyrus: “Mother’s Daughter” – RCA Records – Art Direction by Christian Stone
A$AP Rocky: “Babushka Boi” – Polo Grounds Music / RCA Records – Art Direction by A$AP Rocky & Nadia Lee Cohen
Dua Lipa: “Physical” – Warner Records – Art Direction by Anna Colomer Nogué
Harry Styles: “Adore You” – Columbia Records – Art Direction by Laura Ellis Cricks
Selena Gomez: “Boyfriend” – Interscope Records – Art Direction by Tatiana Van Sauter
Taylor Swift: “Lover” – Republic Records – Art Direction by Kurt Gefke
Best Visual Effects
WINNER: Dua Lipa: “Physical” – Warner Records – Visual Effects by EIGHTY4 and Mathematic
Billie Eilish: “All the Good Girls Go to Hell” – Darkroom / Interscope Records – Visual Effects by Drive Studios
Demi Lovato: “I Love Me” – Island Records – Visual Effects by Hoody FX
Harry Styles: “Adore You” – Columbia Records – Visual Effects by Mathematic
Lady Gaga with Ariana Grande: “Rain On Me” – Streamline / Interscope Records – Visual Effects by Ingenuity Studios
Travis Scott: “Highest in the Room” – Epic Records / Cactus Jack – Visual Effects by ARTJAIL, SCISSOR FILMS & FRENDER
Best Choreography
WINNER: BTS: “On” – Big Hit Entertainment – Choreography by The Lab, Son Sung Deuk
CNCO & Natti Natasha: “Honey Boo” – Sony Music Latin / RCA Records – Choreography by Kyle Hanagami
DaBaby: “BOP” – SCMG / Interscope Records – Choreography by Dani Leigh and Cherry
Dua Lipa: “Physical” – Warner Records – Choreography by Charm La’Donna
Lady Gaga with Ariana Grande: “Rain On Me” – Streamline / Interscope Records – Choreography by Richy Jackson
Normani: “Motivation” – Keep Cool / RCA Records – Choreography by Sean Bankhead
Best Editing
WINNER: Miley Cyrus: “Mother’s Daughter” – RCA Records – Edited by Alexandre Moors, Nuno Xico
Halsey: “Graveyard” – Capitol Records – Edited by Emilie Aubry, Janne Vartia & Tim Montana
James Blake: “Can’t Believe the Way We Flow” – Republic Records – Edited by Frank Lebon
Lizzo: “Good As Hell” – Atlantic Records – Edited by Russell Santos & Sofia Kerpan
Rosalía: “A Palé” – Columbia Records – Edited by Andre Jones
The Weeknd: “Blinding Lights” – XO / Republic Records – Edited by Janne Vartia & Tim Montana
