A filmmaker with an affinity for the dark, Daniel Espinosa caught international attention with 2010 Swedish thriller “Easy Money.” Hollywood was immediately and understandably intrigued by his capacity to make us care about shady criminal types, and for his part, the Chilean-born, Sweden-based director couldn’t resist the lure of making an American studio movie. Or three. Alas, each paycheck took Espinosa farther from his core strength: finding the humanity in morally compromised characters. Now, in a hard swing from ill-advised snabba cash project “Morbius” in 2022, “Madame Luna” can be seen either as penance or simply a return to form. Either way, this tense, tragic contemporary immigrant drama makes infinitely better use of his instincts.
Where Espinosa’s past four credits allowed him to work with an enviable roster of English-speaking stars — Denzel Washington, Tom Hardy, Jake Gyllenhaal and Jared Leto — this smaller, more sociological character study gives him a chance...
Where Espinosa’s past four credits allowed him to work with an enviable roster of English-speaking stars — Denzel Washington, Tom Hardy, Jake Gyllenhaal and Jared Leto — this smaller, more sociological character study gives him a chance...
- 2/4/2024
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
Daniel Espinosa’s “Madame Luna,” about an Eritrean refugee-turned-people smuggler — which premieres at the International Film Festival Rotterdam — is facing legal turmoil. According to filmmaker Binyam Berhane, it’s based on his original story and research.
“I am very saddened to hear these accusations towards the movie and genuinely hope that all parties that are involved in this will be heard,” Espinosa tells Variety.
“I sincerely hope Binyam Berhane is well, I’ve only heard good things about him and he is a very talented documentary director. What I can express is a genuine trust in the producers and the production company Momento Film, and I hope this clears up for everyone involved.”
As per Deadline, the $2 million lawsuit is directed at Momento Film, Rhea Films and Hercules Film Fund.
“It is surprising to read Binyam Berhane’s version of events. At this time, we must refrain from commenting in detail,...
“I am very saddened to hear these accusations towards the movie and genuinely hope that all parties that are involved in this will be heard,” Espinosa tells Variety.
“I sincerely hope Binyam Berhane is well, I’ve only heard good things about him and he is a very talented documentary director. What I can express is a genuine trust in the producers and the production company Momento Film, and I hope this clears up for everyone involved.”
As per Deadline, the $2 million lawsuit is directed at Momento Film, Rhea Films and Hercules Film Fund.
“It is surprising to read Binyam Berhane’s version of events. At this time, we must refrain from commenting in detail,...
- 1/30/2024
- by Marta Balaga
- Variety Film + TV
Next up in Hulu’s summer of true crime is Mother Undercover, which follows four mothers on a mission to get justice for their children. From murderers to corrupt judges, these women take matters into their own hands as they engage in covert operations and become undercover amateur detectives.
Across four gripping episodes, four mothers show their resilience as they overcome incidents of murder, international kidnapping, mass suicide and judicial corruption all for their children. While some may already think they know some of the stories, hearing from family members and friends adds even more depth to the captivating tales these women tell.
Episode 1: Mom vs. Killer – The Story of Lisa Espinosa and Raymond “Rj” Pantoja
On April 10, 2016, Lisa’s 26-year-old son Raymond Pantoja, better known as Rj or his rap name Hommi, was shot and killed outside of a club in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia while he...
Across four gripping episodes, four mothers show their resilience as they overcome incidents of murder, international kidnapping, mass suicide and judicial corruption all for their children. While some may already think they know some of the stories, hearing from family members and friends adds even more depth to the captivating tales these women tell.
Episode 1: Mom vs. Killer – The Story of Lisa Espinosa and Raymond “Rj” Pantoja
On April 10, 2016, Lisa’s 26-year-old son Raymond Pantoja, better known as Rj or his rap name Hommi, was shot and killed outside of a club in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia while he...
- 7/27/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Mike Biard, a 23-year veteran of Fox Corp., has been appointed president and chief operating officer of Nexstar, the No. 1 owner of local TV stations in the U.S. and the parent of The CW and NewsNation.
He will report to CEO Perry Sook, with current COO Tom Carter staying on as an advisor to the company through the end of the year.
In a 23-year run at Fox and its predecessor companies, Biard held exec posts in a range of areas, most recently holding the title of President, Operations and Distribution. In a role with outsized importance given Fox’s reliance on distribution revenue, Biard led distribution, affiliate operations and business affairs for all divisions, including sports, entertainment and news. He steered the company through a number of key renewals in linear and expansions into digital platforms and streaming while also playing a key role in acquiring sports rights...
He will report to CEO Perry Sook, with current COO Tom Carter staying on as an advisor to the company through the end of the year.
In a 23-year run at Fox and its predecessor companies, Biard held exec posts in a range of areas, most recently holding the title of President, Operations and Distribution. In a role with outsized importance given Fox’s reliance on distribution revenue, Biard led distribution, affiliate operations and business affairs for all divisions, including sports, entertainment and news. He steered the company through a number of key renewals in linear and expansions into digital platforms and streaming while also playing a key role in acquiring sports rights...
- 7/25/2023
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Longtime Fox exec Michael Biard has be named the new president and chief operating officer of TV station group giant Nexstar, the owner of NewsNation and the CW Network.
Current Nexstar president and COO Thomas Carter is stepping down from his post and shifting to senior advisor. Carter will support the leadership transition, which begins Aug. 21, through the end of the year. Biard, whose Nexstar contract extends through August 2027, will report directly to Nexstar chairman and CEO Perry Sook.
“Michael is a talented, innovative and deeply experienced media executive who will be a great leader for Nexstar and the senior management team as we chart the future of the Company,” Sook said in a statement Tuesday. “The Board of Directors and I are confident that his vision and judgement will be invaluable as we continue maximizing Nexstar’s shareholder return by furthering the growth of our national brands and audiences,...
Current Nexstar president and COO Thomas Carter is stepping down from his post and shifting to senior advisor. Carter will support the leadership transition, which begins Aug. 21, through the end of the year. Biard, whose Nexstar contract extends through August 2027, will report directly to Nexstar chairman and CEO Perry Sook.
“Michael is a talented, innovative and deeply experienced media executive who will be a great leader for Nexstar and the senior management team as we chart the future of the Company,” Sook said in a statement Tuesday. “The Board of Directors and I are confident that his vision and judgement will be invaluable as we continue maximizing Nexstar’s shareholder return by furthering the growth of our national brands and audiences,...
- 7/25/2023
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
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