New Orleans Film Society

WIFT-Women in Film and Television Call for Submissions for CAC exhibition

Mon, 01 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0500

Women in Film & Television Louisiana is delighted to announce that we will be mounting an exhibition at the Contemporary Arts Center in July 2013, titled A Woman’s Work, which celebrates in moving pictures the work of women in film, television and digital media in Louisiana. A Woman’s Work, co-curated… read more.

James Gandolfini: A Rich Bigscreen Career in the Shadow of Tony Soprano

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:33:56 -0500

James Gandolfini will forever be defined by Tony Soprano, a fact that scarcely diminished his work on the bigscreen and stage.

Time Warner Cable Lawsuit: Another Attack on Channel Bundling

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:20:52 -0500

The cable industry’s practice of bundling channels is facing pressure from plenty of consumer groups, upstart competitors and John McCain. But the question posed by a class action suit is whether there is a case to be had for the many customers who pay the bills. Four subscribers to multichannel… read more.

Music Journalist Chet Flippo Dies at 69

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:50:15 -0500

Chet Flippo, renowned music journalist who worked for outlets including Rolling Stone, Billboard and CMT, died June 19 in Nashville following a lengthy illness. He was 69. He was serving as editorial director of CMT and CMT.com up until his death. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, he served in the… read more.

James Gandolfini’s Unlikely Stardom, and the Role of a Lifetime

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:29:30 -0500

In a different, pre-HBO world, James Gandolfini the TV star never would have happened. Fox wanted Anthony LaPaglia for the lead role when they were developing “The Sopranos,” and it’s hard to imagine a major network having gone with a guy of Gandolfini’s limited profile at the time. SEE ALSO:… read more.

Hollywood Reacts to Gandolfini News on Twitter

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:26:07 -0500

The Hollywood community reacted with shock and sadness on Twitter late Wednesday over the sudden loss of James Gandolfini, who died at the age of 51 of a possible heart attack. Jesus. The world just lost one of its great actors. James Gandolfini has passed away. Thoughts to his family.… read more.

James Gandolfini, Star of 'The Sopranos,' Has Passed Away at Age 51

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:58:24 -0500

James Gandolfini, best known for his role as New Jersey mobster Tony Soprano in HBO drama “The Sopranos,” has passed away at age 51. Deadline broke the news that the actor died of a suspected heart attack, with the New York Times’ Dave Itzkoff confirming via HBO that it happened… read more.

Netflix Renews Eli Roth-Produced Supernatural Series 'Hemlock Grove' for a Second Season

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:35:41 -0500

In its first real renewal of an original series (“House of Cards” was given two seasons off the bat), Netflix announced today that it will be bringing back the Eli Roth-executive produced “Hemlock Grove” for a second season. The supernatural drama, based on Brian McGreevy’s novel of the same name, will… read more.

James Gandolfini Dead at 51

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:27:37 -0500

James Gandolfini, who brought a balance of intensity and vulnerability to his portrayal of conflicted mob boss Tony Soprano that made him among the most respected actors of his generation, died Wednesday in Rome. He was 51 and was believed to have suffered a heart attack. SEE ALSO: James Gandolfini’s… read more.

Netflix Orders Second Season of ‘Hemlock Grove’

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:20:42 -0500

Netflix is scaring up a second season of “Hemlock Grove.” The streaming service has confirmed the horror series, which premiered in April, will return for another 10 episodes in 2014. Veteran showrunner Charles H. (Chic) Eglee (“Dexter”) will join as executive producer of the second season of “Grove,” which is… read more.

Phase 4 Snags Rights to ‘Adventures in the Sin Bin’

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:20:27 -0500

Phase 4 Films has acquired U.S. and Canadian rights to “Adventures in the Sin Bin,” the comedy that bowed last year at the Seattle Intl. Film Festival. The pic from writer Christopher Storer and tyro helmer Billy Federighi centers on a teen who loans out his retro van — the “Sin… read more.

‘Miss Saigon’ Helicopters Back to West End

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:01:01 -0500

The resurgence of the 1980s Brit megamusical continues, with producer Cameron Mackintosh locking in a West End revival of “Miss Saigon” that will open at the Prince Edward Theater in May. Originally helmed by Nicholas Hytner in its 1989 London bow, the new staging of “Saigon” will be directed by Laurence… read more.

FX Orders Kelsey Grammer-Martin Lawrence Sitcom

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:23:16 -0500

FX has given a 10-episode series order to a comedy starring Kelsey Grammer and Martin Lawrence. Series is produced by Debmar-Mercury and Lionsgate TV under Debmar’s “10/90″ deal format that calls for accelerated production of 100 episodes if the initial 10-episode test run fares well. Untitled comedy about two lawyer… read more.

Madonna Tells a New York Crowd Why Her 'MDNA Tour' (Airing on Epix) Was the Hardest She'd Ever Done

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:19:04 -0500

“That was a load off my back,” said a clearly relieved Madonna to a crowd of fans, friends and celebs last night at New York’s famed Paris Theatre minutes after the world premiere screening of her “MDNA Tour” (hosted by The Cinema Society and Dolce & Gabbana), set to air… read more.

Five Quotes From the Hollywood Reporter's 'The Newsroom' Story Sure to Frustrate Critics of the Aaron Sorkin HBO Drama

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:18:00 -0500

The first season of Aaron Sorkin’s HBO drama “The Newsroom” was solid with viewers (averaging 7.1 million a week) and divisive with critics, maddening many with its didactic tendencies, hindsight-enabled righting of the poor journalistic practices surrounding real news stories and writing of its female characters. The series returns for a… read more.

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Reportedly Finds Its Director

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:46:46 -0500

Sam Taylor-Johnson has nabbed the much-sought after gig directing the film adaptation of EL James’ insanely popular “Fifty Shades of Grey,” Deadline is reporting. Kelly Marcel (who like Taylor-Johnson, is British) has written the script, which is based on the first in James’ “Fifty Shades” series, which have sold over… read more.

'Monsters University,' 'World War Z' and full slate of indies arrive this week (full local movie listings)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:31:51 -0500

Find out what’s playing — and where — in New Orleans and Baton Rouge read more.

Exclusive: Quentin Tarantino, Darren Aronofsky and John Waters Skewered In Hilarious Provincetown Film Festival Trailer

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:10:24 -0500

The Provincetown International Film Festival launches its 15th anniversary edition today in Cape Cod and Indiewire is pleased to premiere the trailer for the event that runs through June 23. In the creative and droll spot, the event’s mascot, a wading bird, is dolled up in various getups to evoke… read more.

'Star Wars: Episode VII' casting breakdown leaked online

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:02:46 -0500

Casting on new installment in iconic franchise is apparently undwerway read more.

Sundance Institute Chooses Directing & Editing Teams to Participate in Documentary Labs This Summer

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:51:40 -0500

The 2013 Documentary and Story Edit lab experience at the Sundance Institute has been filled by 22 lucky fellows representing nine documentary film projects. Taking place from June 21-29 and July 5-13 in Sundance, Utah, the sessions allow each two-to-three person directing and editing team to receive guidance from veteran… read more.