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What the "Spinal Tap" lawsuit means for Hollywood

by Adriene Hill and Maria Hollenhorst
Apr 26, 2017
The creators of the beloved mockumentary are taking on Hollywood accounting practices in a $400 million lawsuit.
Members of Spinal Tap, from left, David St. Hubbins, Derek Smalls and Nigel Tufnel pose for photographers at a showing in 2000.
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Six things you need to know about the possible Hollywood writers strike

by Ben Bergman
Apr 21, 2017
TV and movie writers are fed up with declining pay as media companies make huge profits.
The last writers strike that ended in 2008 took 100 days to resolve. It's considered a foregone conclusion that most of the 12,000 or so Guild members will authorize a strike this time around if a new deal isn't reached.
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Forget tax incentives. Here’s why Netflix is investing in Hollywood.

by Reema Khrais
Apr 12, 2017
States lured away business from Los Angeles with deals for producers. But some shows are coming back.
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings delivers a keynote address.
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Let's talk about the real monster in 'Get Out'

by Kai Ryssdal
Mar 15, 2017
The horror film about racism is drawing a wide audience, earning more than $110 million.
From left, Catherine Keener, Bradley Whitford, Allison Williams, Betty Gabriel and Daniel Kaluuyain in "Get Out."
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What the political climate means for award shows like the Oscars

by Adriene Hill and Bridget Bodnar
Feb 17, 2017
Celebrities are using award show wins to make political statements. So what does that mean for Hollywood's biggest night?
Decorations are displayed at the 89th Annual Academy Awards Nominee Luncheon.
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Thanks to "La La Land," Hollywood is back in the musical business

by Molly Wood
Jan 17, 2017
Singin' in the flood.
A screengrab from "La La Land", featuring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone.
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An ode to Carrie Fisher

by Lizzie O'Leary
Dec 27, 2016
The late actress had an remarkable career beyond Star Wars
Carrie Fisher at the premier of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" in central London on December 16, 2015. 
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Anna Kendrick's still not sure she's 'made it'

by Kai Ryssdal and Bridget Bodnar
Nov 16, 2016
Anna Kendrick talks about award shows, crappy apartments, and why the fear is good.
Actress Anna Kendrick appears onstage during The 58th GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 15, 2016 in Los Angeles, California.  
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Will Hollywood write a new script for the Trump era?

by Reema Khrais
Nov 11, 2016
Donald Trump delivered quite the plot twist this week.
"The priorities of the industry are always to make money," media critic Brian Lowry said.
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'Moonlight': The anti-blockbuster shaking up Hollywood

by Kai Ryssdal and Tommy Andres
Nov 4, 2016
Director Barry Jenkins talks about the film everyone is talking about.
"Moonlight," based on the play "In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue," was made for less than $5 million.
Courtesy: A24
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