Tag: Becoming
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Vincent Vargas Talks ‘Mayans’ Season 5, Becoming A Writer, Shedding Light On Veteran Issues & More [Templo Talk]
One of the unique aspects of how showrunner Elgin James crafts “Mayans M.C.” is the way he allows his actors to explore other creative ventures within the series. Danny Pino and Jd Pardo have both directed episodes of the series. Now, actor Vincent Vargas has transitioned to a writer for an episode. Not just any…
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The Obamas Set A New Scripted Comedy For Netflix With Regina Hicks
“The Upshaws” co-creator Regina Hicks just inked a multi-year overall deal with Netflix and her first new project involves a collaboration with former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. As you’ve probably noticed, outside of their political careers, the Obama’s dabble in production. Their partnership with Netflix has been through their production…
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How a Small Maine Town Turned Into a Mecca for Awards-Seeking Documentary Filmmakers
Immediately following premieres of their latest documentaries at major awards-circuit festivals, veteran filmmakers Liz Garbus, Robert Greene and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi headed to a small, remote village on the coast of Maine – two hours from a major airport.The trio made the trek so they could attend the 17th edition of the Camden Intl. Film…
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Higher Ground Productions Announces Next Wave of Obama-Produced Movies and Shows on Netflix
Higher Ground Productions, the production company formed by former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, has announced a new line-up of film and TV productions as part of their partnership with Netflix. While the first wave included primarily documentaries like American Factory, Crip Camp, and Becoming, and the new titles include a…
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‘Becoming’ Teaser: Netflix’s Doc Following Michelle Obama’s Life After The White House Drops In May
Watching the new clip from the upcoming documentary, “Becoming,” shows exactly why former First Lady Michelle Obama is so beloved by many. In fact, in a year that seems to be destined for infamy, with natural disasters, global pandemics, and a Us Presidential election that could somehow be worse than 2016, just hearing Michelle Obama…
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Film News Roundup: Comedy ‘Save Yourselves!’ Bought by Bleecker Street
In today’s film news roundup, “Save Yourselves!” and “Becoming” find homes, Cast & Crew buys Media Services, “Parasite” is getting a Criterion special edition and MethodFest unveils early titles.AcquisitionsBleecker Street has bought worldwide distribution rights to the survivalist romantic comedy “Save Yourselves!”The film, directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson from their own script,…
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‘Vampire Diaries’ Actress Penelope Mitchell, Jason Patric Join Toby Kebbell In Thriller ‘Becoming’
Exclusive: The Vampire Diaries actress Penelope Mitchell has been set to star opposite Toby Kebbell (Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes) in psychological thriller Becoming, with Jason Patric (Sleepers) also joining the cast. Double Dutch International will be touting the movie in Cannes next week. Traverse Media reps North America. Written and directed by…