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How Do Foley Artists Create Realistic Film Sound Effects?
In films, the sound of an exploding head might actually be a watermelon being smashed.
What Is Ad-Supported Streaming and Why Does It Matter in 2025?
In 2025, Netflix reported a staggering $45.
Advertisers Hesitate on AI Tools Amidst Ad Platform Growth
Uber aims to grow its ad business from a $500 million revenue run-rate to over $1 billion by 2024, signaling a massive re-allocation of advertising budgets.
What is the role of a literary agent in publishing and film?
For every $100 an author earns from an advance or royalty, $15 typically goes directly to their literary agent, a standard commission that highlights their indispensable role in securing the deal.
Des Carey Joins Elephant Goldfish as Exec Director
Elephant Goldfish, a prominent visual effects company, has appointed Des Carey as Executive Director of Growth & Innovation in its Dublin operation, specifically tasked with finding opportunities in '
NYC movie and TV show casting calls offer diverse roles
A major returning streaming series is actively seeking talent for its highly anticipated second season in New York City right now, according to Backstage .
5 Ways Studio VII is Redefining Mythological Fantasy Movies for a New Generation
Studio VII is an independent motion picture company led by Neil Karunatilaka that aims to redefine mythological fantasy movies for a new generation by blending high-concept worlds with a distinct artistic vision and immersive visuals. They focus on narratively complex, visually driven original dark fantasy worlds, reimagining ancient myths through a modern lens.
Sam Neill's acting roles and career highlights amaze audiences
From facing dinosaurs in 'Jurassic Park' to navigating the stark emotional landscape of 'The Piano', Sam Neill has quietly built a career defined by unparalleled genre-spanning performances.
Kit offers free plan for 10,000 subscribers, boosting creator connections
With over 550,000 users, including best-selling author James Clear and actor Matthew McConaughey, Kit challenges established email marketing platforms.
Goodreads reveals top books on a static platform
Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke, a 'tradwife' novel, became Goodreads' most read book this week, accumulating 511,583 ratings, according to Goodreads .
Barbara Ling, 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' Designer, Dies
For Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,' production designer Barbara Ling meticulously recreated 1969 Los Angeles with a 12-week prep period, ensuring every era-specific sign and vehic
Lenders Initiate Forced Sale of Television City Over Debt
Lenders led by Deutsche Bank have initiated the forced sale of Hollywood's iconic Television City, just five years after Hackman Capital Partners acquired it for $750 million.
Netflix's 2026 Vertical Pivot: Adapting to New Visual Language
By April 2026, Netflix will have fully deployed a mobile app redesign, replacing its iconic horizontal content rows with a full-screen vertical video feed.
Picsart Launches Earn Program to Boost Creator Earnings
For the first time, digital artists on Picsart can earn revenue from their creations based purely on content performance, not follower count.
Sullivan's Crossing Showrunner Roma Roth Steps Down
Roma Roth is stepping down as showrunner of 'Sullivan's Crossing' after four seasons, TVLine reports.
Sky to buy ITV networks and streaming for up to $2.1 billion
Sky, owned by US telecoms giant Comcast, has agreed to pay £1.
Multiple Platforms Reveal Top Books Of 2026 So Far
As of 2026, Freida McFadden's 'The Housemaid' has spent an astonishing 141 weeks on 'The New York Times' bestseller list, according to Parade Magazine .
Veteran actor Joby Baker dies at 92 from natural causes
Veteran actor Joby Baker, a familiar face from 'Good Morning World' and 'Gidget,' passed away at 92, with initial reports noting his death occurred on June 22 of natural causes, according to Entertain
Delhi Metro Adds Audio Ads on Four Lines for Non-Fare Revenue
Delhi Metro's Red Line will soon broadcast 721 seconds of in-train audio commercials, signaling a new era for daily commutes.
A Thousand Splendid Suns: High Goodreads Ratings, Inspiring Readers
More than a decade after its release, Khaled Hosseini's 'A Thousand Splendid Suns' has amassed an astonishing 1,062,835 five-star ratings on Goodreads , representing 59% of all ratings.
Simon & Schuster Relaunches Pocket Books Imprint for Indie Authors
Starting January 2027, Simon & Schuster will launch a new imprint, Pocket Books, solely dedicated to offering print deals to already successful self-published authors.
Adobe GenStudio empowers retailers with AI advertising advancements
Before a single ad goes live, Adobe's new Simulate Skill generates synthetic audience responses, allowing marketers to evaluate creative asset performance with unprecedented foresight.
John Oliver Guest Stars on General Hospital
John Oliver, the political satirist known for HBO's 'Last Week Tonight', will trade his desk for the dramatic halls of ABC's 'General Hospital' for a three-episode arc.
India launches influencer marketing course for creators and execs
Ashish Durgapal, who organically built 'Pedaling Lucknow' into a thriving cycling community since 2020, is now part of the inaugural cohort for India's first formal influencer course at MICA.