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String of box office flops leaves distributors wary of buying anything but sure-fire hits
Google-owned video platform prefers ad-funded model while Apple and Disney chase Netflix
Success of Awkwafina’s ‘The Farewell’ proves diversity is good business
Media scion buys out other investors in business created by Robert De Niro
Tessa Thompson and Chris Hemsworth join the war against alien insurgents
Lawyers caution that complex talks to resolve sexual harassment claims could still fall apart
Company made most of its $3.6bn in revenues last year from creating or licensing content
Hollywood’s everygirl who added dramatic flair to vocal panache
Thousands of US screenwriters and producers have fired their agents, alleging conflicts of interest
Opening weekend take of $1.2bn underscores Disney’s dominance
Company founded by super-agent Ari Emanuel also owns the Ultimate Fighting Championship
Formula One owner seeks stake in Creative Artists Agency, which represents Lady Gaga
Board finds cause to fire former chief for violating company policies
Journalist’s disappearance roils Hollywood months after warm welcome for crown prince
The man who spent 20 years making mega-deals and enemies on feuds, A-listers and why ‘vulnerability was a sin’
When real-life journalists deliver fictional lines, their credibility is chipped away
US group to produce exclusive series for streaming service
Departure follows fresh allegations by several women of assault and sexual misconduct
Owner of Barbie and American Girl hires Oscar-nominated producer to run new film unit
Ticket sales set to reach record despite competition from Netflix and Amazon
NewTV aims to deliver ‘bite-sized’ content from top Hollywood studios for subscription
The BFI’s summer season celebrates the work of three groundbreaking female directors of different eras
Numbers grow thanks to relaxation in censorship and wider range of films on offer
Disgraced film mogul charged with rape by New York police
