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Lionsgate Vice Chairman Says Deal With Theaters on Early VOD Is Close

Lionsgate Vice Chairman Says Deal With Theaters on Early VOD Is Close

Lionsgate Vice Chairman Michael Burns has predicted that major film studios will reach a deal within a year with exhibitors on the launch of a premium video-on-demand window for new theatrical …

By Dave McNary
'Blade Runner 2049' Eyes $40 Million Debut in Early Box Office Tracking

'Blade Runner 2049' Eyes $40 Million Debut in Early Box Office Tracking

"Blade Runner 2049" is tracking to earn at least $40 million during its opening weekend when it hits theaters on Oct. 6, according to early estimates. The science fiction epic is the sequel to …
Husker Du's Grant Hart Dies at 56

Husker Du's Grant Hart Dies at 56

Variety has confirmed that Grant Hart, drummer and co-lead singer of influential American indie band Husker Du, has died. He was 56 and had been battling cancer. Around 11 p.m. Pacific …
Frank Vincent, 'Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas' Actor, Dies at 78

Frank Vincent, 'Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas' Actor, Dies at 78

Frank Vincent, known for portraying Phil Leotardo on "The Sopranos," has died, his "Sopranos" co-star Vincent Pastore announced on Facebook. He was 78. TMZ reports that he died due to complicat …

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Stephen Colbert on Emmys, Trump, and What's Next

Thanks to his brilliant mockery of Donald Trump, the "Late Show" host has seized the late-night throne. Now he’s bringing his act to the Emmy Awards.

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