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 Issue Date: 11/04/2024 | Click headlines for full story, pics, video or to comment
SHOOT News of the Day
Quincy Jones, Music Legend Who Worked With Everyone From Frank Sinatra To Michael Jackson, Dies At 91
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson’s historic “Thriller” album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, has died at 91. Jones’ publicist, Arnold Robinson, says he died Sunday night at his home in the
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Rom-Com Mainstay Hugh Grant Shifts To The Dark Side and He’s Never Been Happier
After some difficulties connecting to a Zoom, Hugh Grant eventually opts to just phone instead. “Sorry about that,” he apologizes. “Tech hell.” Grant is no lover of technology. Smart phones, for example, he calls the “devil’s tinderbox.” “I think they’re killing us. I hate them,” he says. “I go on long holidays from them, three
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London International Awards Names PRETTYBIRD Global Production Company of the Year
The London International Awards (LIA) competition has unveiled its 2024 Global and Regional Of The Year winners. Among the major winners globally were production company PRETTYBIRD, holding company WPP, worldwide network Ogilvy, and agency Ogilvy in New York. The 39th Annual London International Awards judging convened over a 10-day period at Encore at Wynn, Las
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Review: Writer-Directors Scott Beck and Bryan Wood’s “Heretic”
“Heretic” opens with an unusual table setter: Two young missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are discussing condoms and why some are labeled as large even though they’re all pretty much a standard size. “What else do we believe because of marketing?” one asks the other. That line will echo through
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Droga5 Appoints Emma Montgomery As Global Chief Strategy Officer
Creative agency network Droga5 has appointed Emma Montgomery as global chief strategy officer. She is the third global appointment for the agency this year, with Pelle Sjoenell named worldwide chief creative officer this past March, and global CEO Mark Green recently appointed this fall. Montgomery will be responsible for connecting and supercharging Droga5’s strategy and
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“Venom: The Last Dance” Tops Box Office For 2nd Straight Weekend
“Venom: The Last Dance” enjoyed another weekend at the top of the box office. The Sony release starring Tom Hardy added $26.1 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. It was a relatively quiet weekend for North American movie theaters leading up to the presidential election. Charts were dominated by big studio holdovers,
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Ryan Stasyshyn named head of Rodeo FX’s Toronto office
Rodeo FX has appointed Ryan Stasyshyn as the new head of its Toronto office and its offering of visual effects, animation and creative services. Stasyshyn has been part of the production teams for projects including WandaVision, Watchmen, John Wick: Chapter 4, The Handmaid’s Tale, 1923, and Priscilla. Throughout his career, Stasyshyn gained invaluable on-set experience
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Issue Date: 11/04/2024 | Click headlines for full story, pics, video or to comment
SPW News of the Day
Campaigns Sonified: How Candidates Use Music To Seduce Voters
“Don’t Stop [Thinkin’ About Tomorrow]”; “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)”;“Hold On, I’m Coming.” This time of the year, you don’t have to dial up Spotify or Apple Music to hear popular tracks, you’ll encounter them all along the campaign trail. Sonic branding for political campaigns is a real science. From the very founding of the
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DWA Presents Ultimate Events, November 2024 Edition (Hybrid Special)
A commitment to learning promises many prolific returns. Expanding knowledge allows us to better understand the world and our fellow humans while advancing our skills. In a constantly changing world, innovation enhances professional relevance and career options. Open-mindedness fosters self-esteem and improved health, and education is the key to more enjoyment in life. Read on
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