The movie centers around Lainy, a woman in her 40s, who yearns to establish a family with her boyfriend Dave (Damon Wayans Jr.). Sadly, he expresses interest in alternative relationships. However, Lainy becomes distressed, particularly when her friend and colleague Kate (Jillian Bell) discloses that she’s expecting a child.
Working diligently within the deadline, the unnamed project starring Giamatti has gained momentum. Notably, studios such as Amazon and Warner Bros. are actively competing for the opportunity to bring this pitch to life. The script is being skillfully crafted by Sam Chalsen, a writer from TV’s Sleepy Hollow, and Nelson Greaves, known for Unfriended. Sophie Cassidy’s 2.0 Entertainment is producing this project along with Jeff Katz, a successful radio host who also shares a passion for Bell. Katz and Cassidy have successfully secured the rights to Bell’s life story during their collaboration on the 2023 horror film The Pope’s Exorcist, featuring Russell Crowe.
Lately, Scorsese took time to express his appreciation for Robert Eggers’ recent Gothic Horror movie titled “Nosferatu“. In a discussion with Dave Karger of TCM at 92nd St Y, the esteemed director of “Taxi Driver” touched upon various subjects. During this panel, he discussed his recent projects with Steven Spielberg and Paul Thomas Anderson. When asked if he had watched “Nosferatu“, Scorsese expressed his admiration for the film and its creator.
Regrettably, the lighthearted and amusing sitcom “Petticoat Junction” suffered an untimely end when its lead actress, Bea Benaderet, passed away from cancer during Season 6 filming in October 1968. Instead of acknowledging this loss, the show chose to recast the role, with Kate embarking on a travel journey and Benaderet being replaced by June Lockhart as Dr. Janet Craig. Despite lasting for two more seasons, “Petticoat Junction” was ultimately cancelled due to CBS’ “rural purge,” a series of cancellations that occurred due to a questionable decision: the network decided to reduce programming for shows with less desirable audience demographics. Tragically, the show ended without a proper series finale, leaving fans disappointed as it didn’t get the conclusion it deserved.
Featuring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez as an unconventional group of New Yorkers who investigate murders while producing their hit true crime podcast, this Hulu series offers a thrilling contemporary take on the genre, seamlessly blending intelligent narratives with humor and leading viewers on a suspenseful journey filled with unexpected turns as they chase a ruthless killer.