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Initially known as a “high-idea” film during the era when Saturday Night Live ruled television, this proposed movie focuses on the creation story of that groundbreaking late-night comedy series. Instead of chronicling the events over several weeks or months, it takes place within the 90 minutes leading to the premier episode in October 1975. The audience will experience the pressure faced by the show’s creators, observe the stars perfecting their skits alongside musicians rehearsing, and witness NBC executives worrying backstage. Known for his witty comedies such as Thank You For Smoking, Juno, and Up in the Air, director Jason Reitman, along with co-writer Gil Kenan, have piqued our curiosity about how they will breathe life into this fascinating concept.

Ananya Panday is happily adapting to her role as an “aunty” now that her cousin Alanna Panday has given birth. On social media, Ananya shared a video revealing that her nephew Edward Ivor ‘River’ McCray VI had his first flight and we’re all eagerly waiting to see if they plan to visit India.

Last year, Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney experienced a significant breakthrough with the romantic comedy “Anyone But You“. This film was instrumental in rejuvenating the rom-com genre, which had been struggling to draw audiences for quite some time at the box office. Taking part in such a movie represented a daring move for actors still establishing themselves within Hollywood’s limelight. Fortunately, they decided to take the chance, and it paid off handsomely as the film turned out to be an unexpected hit. However, the journey towards success was not an easy one, and Powell recently discussed the doubts they encountered.

Elliot Page discussed the personal growth and self-acceptance arc of his character, Viktor Hargreeves, after the emotionally intense finale of ‘The Umbrella Academy’. In a recent chat with Collider, he shared insights on this topic.

The much-anticipated film chronicling Donald Trump’s early days, commonly referred to as The Apprentice, made its North American debut at the Galaxy Theatre in Telluride Film Festival last Saturday evening. This domestic showing follows three months after its world premiere at Cannes Film Festival, and is set for theater release on October 11, amidst a flurry of legal challenges from Trump’s campaign team. Briarcliff Entertainment recently secured the U.S. distribution rights for the film.