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Ex-Lucasfilm President Says Hollywood Has AI 'Leadership Void'
Film producer Kathleen Kennedy, who ran Walt Disney Co. 's Lucasfilm division until her departure in January, said she's looking to help steer the industry in the right direction as artificial intelligence emerges as a bigger force in Hollywood.
Ben Affleck Worries More About AI Impact on Kids Than Hollywood
Actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck said he's more worried about the impact of artificial intelligence on children and society than he is about the movie industry. “When I worry about AI, I worry about like my kids in school,” Affleck…
Dentsu is making a big Hollywood bet with 'Angry Birds 3' - and beyond
When 'The Angry Birds Movie 3' opens in December, it'll mark the franchise's tie-up with creators including MrBeast and Salish Matter, who are part of the cast. It'll also feature a partnership with a lesser-known actor: Japan's ad agency group…
Ben Affleck Praises Smart Use Of AI In Hollywood
Donald Trump could have done a lot worse than inviting Ben Affleck to his AI lunch with tech CEOs this week at the White House. Unlike the heads of OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta and more, the Oscar winner and InterPositive founder isn't playing defense…
Hollywood Isn't the Snake Pit You Think It Is
I respect Ari Emanuel for his remarkable accomplishments in the face of seemingly never-ending personal and professional obstacles. I very much admire the candor and self-reflection that he shows in his can't-put-it-down memoir. After reading it, I…
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton Tussle Over Hollywood Jobs Lost
California gubernatorial candidates Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton agreed on the need for tax incentives to keep or lure production back to Hollywood, but they still sparred over who bears responsibility for the flight of tens of thousands of jobs…
Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Houses, Ranked (Universal Hollywood)
Although Universal Studios' annual Halloween Horror Nights at the Orlando theme park may get all the attention and have more haunted house attractions, the original Hollywood park is no slouch in the scare department. This year, horror fans at…
Dune Awakening's creative director on copying Hollywood, in-game advertising, and why style beats photorealism
The fun thing about making a game based on a big movie property is that you get to hobnob with Hollywood royalty. The bad news is that it's through Jira. Joel Bylos, chief creative officer at Funcom, explains that while making Dune Awakening, the…
Paramount Deal and U.S. Film Incentive Reflect Hollywood's Deepening Ties to Government
Last week, politicians decided they could not let Hollywood slip away. First, California Gov. Gavin Newsom pushed for a resolution of the Paramount antitrust case out of fear that the studio would leave the state. And in Congress, Republicans and…
How AI is becoming Hollywood's newest star, changing work on and off camera
When Hell Grind debuted in Cannes, France, this spring, the action film garnered no buzz from the involvement of an A-list movie star or an Oscar-winning director. Instead, what caught the public's attention was that Hell Grind was created with…
Hollywood's Shift to Skinimalism: The New Standard in Celebrity Beauty
The landscape of celebrity beauty is undergoing a significant transformation in 2026, as high-profile figures increasingly pivot toward a philosophy known as 'skinimalism.' This trend, which prioritizes a simplified skincare regimen over the…
Steve Hilton Blames Democrats for Hollywood Exodus in CA Governor Debate
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… Steve Hilton, Republican candidate for California governor, blamed Democrats for Hollywood's exodus from the state. “Who's been in charge when all those jobs have gone when this industry has…
John Cusack, Farrah Abraham Become Latest Surgery Casualties In Hollywood Freakshow
Hollywood's obsession with perfection has hit new heights, with John Cusack becoming the latest star to debut a dramatically altered face. Cusack instantly ignited the internet Sept. 28 when he appeared on the “Happy Sad Confused”…
Lights, Camera, Action: An Insider's Guide to L.A.'s Historic Hollywood Neighborhood
Beyond the flashy neon signs, touristy attractions and worn-down Walk of Fame, Hollywood remains a vital organ of Los Angeles. It is the birthplace of show business, and in many ways, continues to act as the (albeit dwindling) heartbeat of the…
Halsey Unpacks Her New Hollywood Chapter and Betting on Subversive Art With 'Our Hero, Balthazar'
By the end of her 20s, Halsey knew she wanted a career shift. “I've done a lot in my music career,” Halsey, now 32, tells The Hollywood Reporter. And yes, she has. It's been 11 years since her debut studio album, Badlands, was…
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