Gisele Bundchen opened up about matters of the heart.
The 43-year-old supermodel filed to divorce football star Tom Brady in late 2022. They quickly finalized the separation and have both moved on.
Recently, Gisele has been linked to ji-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente. In a new interview, she revealed if she thought that she could fall in love with someone again after the divorce.
Keep reading to find out more…
During an Impact x Nightline special with Robin Roberts, Gisele was asked if she’d “be able to open up [her] heart again to someone.”
“You know, I think right now, really, my priority is my kids and creating this beautiful sanctuary for our family. And then, yes, why not, right,” she replied, via Et. “I think life is full of surprises. I don’t have a crystal ball about what’s going to happen tomorrow but, yeah.”
Gisele and Joaquim have not yet confirmed their relationship.
The 43-year-old supermodel filed to divorce football star Tom Brady in late 2022. They quickly finalized the separation and have both moved on.
Recently, Gisele has been linked to ji-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente. In a new interview, she revealed if she thought that she could fall in love with someone again after the divorce.
Keep reading to find out more…
During an Impact x Nightline special with Robin Roberts, Gisele was asked if she’d “be able to open up [her] heart again to someone.”
“You know, I think right now, really, my priority is my kids and creating this beautiful sanctuary for our family. And then, yes, why not, right,” she replied, via Et. “I think life is full of surprises. I don’t have a crystal ball about what’s going to happen tomorrow but, yeah.”
Gisele and Joaquim have not yet confirmed their relationship.
- 3/7/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Bastar Trailer Impact At Box Office Day 1 (Photo Credit –YouTube)
After the grand success of The Kerala Story last year, the team has returned with yet another film, Bastar: The Naxal Story. Its trailer was unveiled yesterday and has managed to grab good eyeballs. But is the content powerful enough to boost the film’s box office potential as far as day 1 collection is concerned? Let’s discuss it below in detail.
The dream team returns!
The dream team of director Sudipto Sen, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, and actress Adah Sharma has come together yet again after the surprise blockbuster The Kerala Story. The film, upon its release, received mixed reviews, but at the Indian box office, it left everyone jaw-dropped with a collection of much beyond 200 crores net. Now, expectations are high for their upcoming release.
How’s the trailer of Bastar?
Honestly speaking, the trailer of Bastar lacks an overall impact,...
After the grand success of The Kerala Story last year, the team has returned with yet another film, Bastar: The Naxal Story. Its trailer was unveiled yesterday and has managed to grab good eyeballs. But is the content powerful enough to boost the film’s box office potential as far as day 1 collection is concerned? Let’s discuss it below in detail.
The dream team returns!
The dream team of director Sudipto Sen, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, and actress Adah Sharma has come together yet again after the surprise blockbuster The Kerala Story. The film, upon its release, received mixed reviews, but at the Indian box office, it left everyone jaw-dropped with a collection of much beyond 200 crores net. Now, expectations are high for their upcoming release.
How’s the trailer of Bastar?
Honestly speaking, the trailer of Bastar lacks an overall impact,...
- 3/6/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Welcome to our rundown of the most-watched branded YouTube videos of the week.
We’re publishing this snippet of a larger Gospel Stats Weekly Brand Report in order to analyze sponsorship trends in the creator economy. Any video launched in tandem with an official brand partner is eligible for the ranking.
And – as the name up above would imply – all the data comes from Gospel Stats. If you’re interested in learning more about Gospel – and which brands are sponsoring what creators on YouTube – click here.
Super Bowl Lviii offered a multitude of opportunities for creators. Some showed up during commercials while others attended the game after receiving invitations from the NFL.
Those NFL partners dominated this week’s Gospel Stats Weekly Brand Report. The biggest names on YouTube rose to the top of the ranking with sponsored videos that captured their goings-on at the football season’s marquee event.
We’re publishing this snippet of a larger Gospel Stats Weekly Brand Report in order to analyze sponsorship trends in the creator economy. Any video launched in tandem with an official brand partner is eligible for the ranking.
And – as the name up above would imply – all the data comes from Gospel Stats. If you’re interested in learning more about Gospel – and which brands are sponsoring what creators on YouTube – click here.
Super Bowl Lviii offered a multitude of opportunities for creators. Some showed up during commercials while others attended the game after receiving invitations from the NFL.
Those NFL partners dominated this week’s Gospel Stats Weekly Brand Report. The biggest names on YouTube rose to the top of the ranking with sponsored videos that captured their goings-on at the football season’s marquee event.
- 2/26/2024
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya Box Office Day 14 Box Office Collection! (Picture Credit: Facebook)
In two weeks, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has now almost netted 70 crores. The film currently stands at 69.91 crores*, and considering the fact that it started with 7.02 crores on its opening day, it’s good to see how the collections are almost 10X now after 14 days. A good average has been maintained so far, and while weekend jumps have been the key to the film’s run, it’s the stability over the weekdays that is helping it as well.
This has been seen in the week gone by as well, where Monday collections were 2.21 crores, and now, on Thursday, too, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has brought in 1.75 crores*, which reflects bare minimal drops. That’s the kind of run that was required as well for the film to eventually go past...
In two weeks, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has now almost netted 70 crores. The film currently stands at 69.91 crores*, and considering the fact that it started with 7.02 crores on its opening day, it’s good to see how the collections are almost 10X now after 14 days. A good average has been maintained so far, and while weekend jumps have been the key to the film’s run, it’s the stability over the weekdays that is helping it as well.
This has been seen in the week gone by as well, where Monday collections were 2.21 crores, and now, on Thursday, too, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has brought in 1.75 crores*, which reflects bare minimal drops. That’s the kind of run that was required as well for the film to eventually go past...
- 2/23/2024
- by Joginder Tuteja
- KoiMoi
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week emanates from Chicago And has Will Ospreay in the main event against Impact stalwart Josh Alexander! Let’s get into the review and see what went down…
Match #1: Impact World Tag Team Championship – ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey) def. Kenny King & Sheldon Jean The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
We kick things off with championship action as ABC defend the Impact World Tag Team Titles against Kenny King and Sheldon Jean! King distracts the referee, allowing Jean to halt a slingshot attempt from Bey. Jean drives Bey into the steel ring post at ringside. Back in the ring, King and Jean cut off the ring and employ quick tags on Bey. Moments later, Bey uses his quickness to avoid the incoming attack, then launch himself off the back of King to make the tag. Austin enters...
Match #1: Impact World Tag Team Championship – ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey) def. Kenny King & Sheldon Jean The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
We kick things off with championship action as ABC defend the Impact World Tag Team Titles against Kenny King and Sheldon Jean! King distracts the referee, allowing Jean to halt a slingshot attempt from Bey. Jean drives Bey into the steel ring post at ringside. Back in the ring, King and Jean cut off the ring and employ quick tags on Bey. Moments later, Bey uses his quickness to avoid the incoming attack, then launch himself off the back of King to make the tag. Austin enters...
- 11/17/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week comes from Glasgow, Scotland… and we were there to see it live! Let’s get into the [heavily biased given our Awesome live experience] review…
Match #1: Glasgow Cup Final – Joe Hendry def. Frankie Kazarian The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Joe Hendry and Frankie Kazarian clash in the finals of the Glasgow Cup tournament! Hendry defeated Rich Swann in the opening round, while Kazarian toppled Leon Slater. Hendry puts his raw power on display with a delayed vertical suplex. Kazarian pushes Hendry off the top rope, sending him crashing to the floor. Kazarian hits a Guillotine Leg Drop on the apron, followed by a running clothesline. Hendry fights off a Chicken Wing attempt, then turns the tide with a Fallaway Slam. Kazarian counters the Standing Ovation into a neckbreaker for two. Hendry almost puts him away with a Trust Fall, cutter combo. Kazarian...
Match #1: Glasgow Cup Final – Joe Hendry def. Frankie Kazarian The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Joe Hendry and Frankie Kazarian clash in the finals of the Glasgow Cup tournament! Hendry defeated Rich Swann in the opening round, while Kazarian toppled Leon Slater. Hendry puts his raw power on display with a delayed vertical suplex. Kazarian pushes Hendry off the top rope, sending him crashing to the floor. Kazarian hits a Guillotine Leg Drop on the apron, followed by a running clothesline. Hendry fights off a Chicken Wing attempt, then turns the tide with a Fallaway Slam. Kazarian counters the Standing Ovation into a neckbreaker for two. Hendry almost puts him away with a Trust Fall, cutter combo. Kazarian...
- 11/3/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match for the Knockouts World Tag Team Championship that saw Mk Ultra (Masha Slamovich & Killer Kelly) defeat Death Dollz (Jessicka & Courtney Rush). Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: #1 Contenders Ultimate X Match – Alan Angels def. Ace Austin, Zachary Wentz, Rich Swann, Mike Bailey & Samuray Del Sol The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
The winner of the high-risk, high-wire spectacle known as Ultimate X will become the #1 Contender for the X-Division Title! Wentz takes out Angels with a dive over the top. Del Sol hits a springboard senton to the outside, colliding with three of his opponents. Swann crashes into everyone with a step-up corkscrew. Austin is the next to fly with his signature Soar to Glory. Del Sol, Angels and Bailey hit triple Moonsaults off the steel truss to the floor.
Match #1: #1 Contenders Ultimate X Match – Alan Angels def. Ace Austin, Zachary Wentz, Rich Swann, Mike Bailey & Samuray Del Sol The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
The winner of the high-risk, high-wire spectacle known as Ultimate X will become the #1 Contender for the X-Division Title! Wentz takes out Angels with a dive over the top. Del Sol hits a springboard senton to the outside, colliding with three of his opponents. Swann crashes into everyone with a step-up corkscrew. Austin is the next to fly with his signature Soar to Glory. Del Sol, Angels and Bailey hit triple Moonsaults off the steel truss to the floor.
- 9/22/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
The British media and entertainment sector could be worth £53.0 billion ($65.5 billion) by 2033, up from £43.0 billion ($53.1 billion) in 2021, potentially bringing an additional £10 billion ($12.4 billion) to the U.K. economy, Comcast-owned European media and technology giant Sky said on Wednesday, unveiling a new report that also urged political leaders in the country to help companies capture the growth opportunities.
The industry giant called on the U.K. government to “unleash the creative industry’s potential” by implementing five key policy priorities, some of which were outlined by Sky group CEO Dana Strong during an appearance at the Royal Television Society (Rts) Cambridge Convention. Among them is proactive support of the development of the country’s studio infrastructure by streamlining planning processes for new facilities, a reduction in costly red tape, and a regular review of tax incentives.
“We face a unique opportunity for the U.K. to be a global powerhouse of creative production,...
The industry giant called on the U.K. government to “unleash the creative industry’s potential” by implementing five key policy priorities, some of which were outlined by Sky group CEO Dana Strong during an appearance at the Royal Television Society (Rts) Cambridge Convention. Among them is proactive support of the development of the country’s studio infrastructure by streamlining planning processes for new facilities, a reduction in costly red tape, and a regular review of tax incentives.
“We face a unique opportunity for the U.K. to be a global powerhouse of creative production,...
- 9/20/2023
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Jody Threat defeat KiLynn King. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Feast or Fired – Briefcase Winners: Chris Bey, Crazzy Steve, Yuya Uemura & Moose The following is courtesy of imapctwrestling.com:
Briefcases hang high above all four ring posts with three containing an opportunity at either the Impact World Title, Impact World Tag Team Titles or the Impact Digital Media Title – the other contains the infamous “fired” slip! Impact stars surround the ring and the fight is on. Pco dives through the ropes into a sea of humanity on the outside. Taurus hits Kushida with a backbreaker. Laredo spikes Taurus with a Poison Rana. Bey uses the back of Skyler to give him a boost, allowing him to retrieve briefcase #3. Bey soars over the top rope, taking out everyone and securing his briefcase.
Match #1: Feast or Fired – Briefcase Winners: Chris Bey, Crazzy Steve, Yuya Uemura & Moose The following is courtesy of imapctwrestling.com:
Briefcases hang high above all four ring posts with three containing an opportunity at either the Impact World Title, Impact World Tag Team Titles or the Impact Digital Media Title – the other contains the infamous “fired” slip! Impact stars surround the ring and the fight is on. Pco dives through the ropes into a sea of humanity on the outside. Taurus hits Kushida with a backbreaker. Laredo spikes Taurus with a Poison Rana. Bey uses the back of Skyler to give him a boost, allowing him to retrieve briefcase #3. Bey soars over the top rope, taking out everyone and securing his briefcase.
- 9/15/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Gordon Proudfoot was both a lawyer and a disc jockey. Before the internet provided quick answers to almost any kinds of questions, Gordon ran an on-air “dial-a-law” segment where listeners could call him with legal queries about car accidents or whatever trouble they may have gotten into.
So, when Gordon died in May 2020, his filmmaker son Ben Proudfoot decided to make a film that honored his dad’s philanthropy and dedication to serving the public.
Proudfoot’s 2023 short documentary “Forgiving Johnny” follows Los Angeles County public defender Noah Cox as he seeks forgiveness from the justice system on behalf of his disabled client Johnny Reyes, who is facing 20 years in prison, while simultaneously embarking on journey of forgiveness from a bygone classmate.
“I saw that there was this confluence of the California justice system, attempting to be more forgiving to developmentally disabled clients who need who need the support and help,...
So, when Gordon died in May 2020, his filmmaker son Ben Proudfoot decided to make a film that honored his dad’s philanthropy and dedication to serving the public.
Proudfoot’s 2023 short documentary “Forgiving Johnny” follows Los Angeles County public defender Noah Cox as he seeks forgiveness from the justice system on behalf of his disabled client Johnny Reyes, who is facing 20 years in prison, while simultaneously embarking on journey of forgiveness from a bygone classmate.
“I saw that there was this confluence of the California justice system, attempting to be more forgiving to developmentally disabled clients who need who need the support and help,...
- 9/12/2023
- by Sophia Scorziello
- Variety Film + TV
Welcome to this review of Impact Wrestling’s 2023 Victory Road pay-per-view… which is often seen as the build to Impact’s massive Bound For Glory PPV, ending some feuds, starting others and sometimes providing some interesting new angles for Impact programming. This time round we’ve also got the build to the 1000th episode of Impact. So with that, let’s get right to it.
Countdown To Victory Road Match #1: Alan Angels def. Guido Maritato The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Pro wrestling veteran Guido Maritato answers the open challenge of Alan Angels! Maritato hits a leg drop off the second rope for two. Angels feigns an injury, allowing Angels to blindside Maritato. Angels hits the Angels Wings to win.
My Score: 2 out of 5 Match #2: ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey) def. Moose & Brian Myers The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Austin and Bey are in control...
Countdown To Victory Road Match #1: Alan Angels def. Guido Maritato The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Pro wrestling veteran Guido Maritato answers the open challenge of Alan Angels! Maritato hits a leg drop off the second rope for two. Angels feigns an injury, allowing Angels to blindside Maritato. Angels hits the Angels Wings to win.
My Score: 2 out of 5 Match #2: ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey) def. Moose & Brian Myers The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Austin and Bey are in control...
- 9/12/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Here comes Impact Wrestling with their next pay-per-view, Emergence, which began with the Countdown to Emergence pre-show which saw Mike Bailey defeat Alan Angels and Joya (Joe Hendry & Yuya Uemura) defeat The Good Hands (John Skyler & Jason Hotch). Now let’s see what the rest of this show has to offer!
Match #1: No Disqualifications – Eric Young def. Deaner The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Young goes after Kon with a ladder. Moments later, Kon returns the favor as he uses the ladder to send Young crashing to the outside. Deaner chokes Young with a steel chain, then hits a neckbreaker in the ring for two. Deaner rakes the eyes, then uses a staple gun to staple between the fingers and armpit of Young. Deaner places a trash can on top of Young’s head, then smashes him with a steel chair. Young begins to turn the tide with...
Match #1: No Disqualifications – Eric Young def. Deaner The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Young goes after Kon with a ladder. Moments later, Kon returns the favor as he uses the ladder to send Young crashing to the outside. Deaner chokes Young with a steel chain, then hits a neckbreaker in the ring for two. Deaner rakes the eyes, then uses a staple gun to staple between the fingers and armpit of Young. Deaner places a trash can on top of Young’s head, then smashes him with a steel chair. Young begins to turn the tide with...
- 8/30/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
If you have a smart TV or streaming device powered by Google TV and you run out of things to watch, it won’t be for lack of trying on Google’s part. The company announced this week that it was adding 25 new free streaming channels to its lineup.
That brings the number of integrated channels on Google TV devices to over 100, meaning you can start streaming them as soon as you pull your device out of the box and plug it in; no extra downloads required. Google TV’s Live tab also features more than 800 free ad-supported TV (Fast) channels, which it added in late April.
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In addition, Google TV is making moves to ensure its corporate sibling YouTube TV has all the success possible with its first season of NFL Sunday Ticket.
That brings the number of integrated channels on Google TV devices to over 100, meaning you can start streaming them as soon as you pull your device out of the box and plug it in; no extra downloads required. Google TV’s Live tab also features more than 800 free ad-supported TV (Fast) channels, which it added in late April.
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- 8/24/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
After the successful Down Under Tour in Australia, Impact Wresting will head back overseas this October for the UK Invasion Tour! These will be Impact’s first major British shows in almost eight years and will feature exclusive championship matches.
The 2023 UK Invasion Tour will feature Impact Wrestling World Champion Alex Shelley plus Moose, Eddie Edwards, Deonna Purrazzo, Kazarian, Brian Myers, ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey) and hometown hero Joe Hendry, among many others. Impact officials have confirmed the tour will also feature the Impact return of Scottish wrestling hero and star of hit TV shows Scot Squad and Two Doors Down – Grado. Impact Hall of Famer Gail Kim and hardcore icon Tommy Dreamer will also make special appearances each night of the UK Invasion Tour.
Coventry is a historic city for Impact as some of the company’s first-ever British shows took place there back in 2008. Scotland, the home...
The 2023 UK Invasion Tour will feature Impact Wrestling World Champion Alex Shelley plus Moose, Eddie Edwards, Deonna Purrazzo, Kazarian, Brian Myers, ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey) and hometown hero Joe Hendry, among many others. Impact officials have confirmed the tour will also feature the Impact return of Scottish wrestling hero and star of hit TV shows Scot Squad and Two Doors Down – Grado. Impact Hall of Famer Gail Kim and hardcore icon Tommy Dreamer will also make special appearances each night of the UK Invasion Tour.
Coventry is a historic city for Impact as some of the company’s first-ever British shows took place there back in 2008. Scotland, the home...
- 7/27/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Ever since the fall of the WCW some 20 years ago, the WWE has maintained such a stranglehold on pro wrestling in the Western mainstream that they’re synonymous with the very idea of it. It’s not like other federations didn’t exist in the 21st century, but none have been creatively and/or financially able to make a product even approaching what Vince McMahon’s megalith was capable of. The same story applies to the realm of video games, where the WWE has enjoyed 15 years of near-total dominance as far as wrestling games go in the West.
Enter All Elite Wrestling, the first high-profile alternative to the WWE since Tna, the first to truly feel creatively superior in multiple areas, and the first to try their hand at a Aaa video game since Tna Impact! WWE’s formula is predicated on years-long, cross-marketed blockbuster soap operas with four-quadrant appeal...
Enter All Elite Wrestling, the first high-profile alternative to the WWE since Tna, the first to truly feel creatively superior in multiple areas, and the first to try their hand at a Aaa video game since Tna Impact! WWE’s formula is predicated on years-long, cross-marketed blockbuster soap operas with four-quadrant appeal...
- 6/28/2023
- by Justin Clark
- Slant Magazine
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Jody Threat defeat Nevaeh. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Brian Myers & The Good Hands (Jason Hotch & John Skyler) def. oVe The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Brian Myers looks to lead The Good Hands to victory against oVe! Fulton puts his strength on display as he slams all three of his opponents simultaneously. Myers distracts Crist on the top rope, allowing Skyler to gain control. Myers and The Good Hands cut off the ring as they begin to wear Crist down. Crist hits a diving forearm to Skyler, creating an opening and allowing him to make the tag to Callihan. Moments later, Moose appears out of nowhere and pushes Crist off the top rope. Myers capitalizes with the Roster Cut clothesline to win.
My Score:...
Match #1: Brian Myers & The Good Hands (Jason Hotch & John Skyler) def. oVe The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Brian Myers looks to lead The Good Hands to victory against oVe! Fulton puts his strength on display as he slams all three of his opponents simultaneously. Myers distracts Crist on the top rope, allowing Skyler to gain control. Myers and The Good Hands cut off the ring as they begin to wear Crist down. Crist hits a diving forearm to Skyler, creating an opening and allowing him to make the tag to Callihan. Moments later, Moose appears out of nowhere and pushes Crist off the top rope. Myers capitalizes with the Roster Cut clothesline to win.
My Score:...
- 6/23/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Impact Wrestling and Dazn have made available Impact Wrestling’s flagship weekly show, Impact! on Sky UK via Dazn’s linear TV channel, Dazn 1 HD.
Dazn HD 1 was launched on Sky UK on March 23 this year and features premier boxing and combat sports, women’s football, eSports, extreme sports and compelling sports documentaries. The televising of Impact! on Dazn 1 HD, channel 429 on Sky UK, is part of a broader agreement between Anthem Sports Group and Dazn announced in November 2022.
Said Scott D’Amore, President of Impact Wrestling:
The UK fans have been among the most dedicated and passionate Impact Wrestling fans throughout our history. They have been clamoring for a return of Impact programming to TV, so we are very pleased to be on such an outstanding TV outlet as Sky UK via Dazn 1 HD. We thank our partner, Dazn, and look forward bringing Impact Wrestling live to the UK very soon.
Dazn HD 1 was launched on Sky UK on March 23 this year and features premier boxing and combat sports, women’s football, eSports, extreme sports and compelling sports documentaries. The televising of Impact! on Dazn 1 HD, channel 429 on Sky UK, is part of a broader agreement between Anthem Sports Group and Dazn announced in November 2022.
Said Scott D’Amore, President of Impact Wrestling:
The UK fans have been among the most dedicated and passionate Impact Wrestling fans throughout our history. They have been clamoring for a return of Impact programming to TV, so we are very pleased to be on such an outstanding TV outlet as Sky UK via Dazn 1 HD. We thank our partner, Dazn, and look forward bringing Impact Wrestling live to the UK very soon.
- 6/23/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
All Elite Wrestling could be the next professional wrestling company to launch a free ad-supported streaming TV (Fast) channel, joining Impact Wrestling and WWE. But what kind of content would air on such a channel? If you are a longtime wrestling fan, you may be excited to see everything that an Aew Fast channel can offer.
In an interview with Variety last month, Aew CEO Tony Khan opened up about the “great opportunities” that the wrestling organization could explore with a Fast channel that would broadcast its archive content with intermittent ad breaks. The promotion’s flagship shows currently air on Warner Bros. Discovery cable channels TBS and TNT, so Aew already has a natural connection with a company well-versed in streaming.
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In an interview with Variety last month, Aew CEO Tony Khan opened up about the “great opportunities” that the wrestling organization could explore with a Fast channel that would broadcast its archive content with intermittent ad breaks. The promotion’s flagship shows currently air on Warner Bros. Discovery cable channels TBS and TNT, so Aew already has a natural connection with a company well-versed in streaming.
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- 6/20/2023
- by Jeff Kotuby
- The Streamable
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Champagne Singh & Shera defeat Laredo Kid & Jack Price. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Rich Swann def. Moose The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
After being unable to coexist in the first-ever 8-4-1 match at Against All Odds, Rich Swann and Moose renew their epic rivalry tonight! Swann jumps off the apron but Moose catches him in mid-air and drives him into the hardest part of the ring and the steel guardrail. The brawl continues on the outside as Moose delivers a series of chops. Moose crashes and burns in the corner, allowing Swann to build momentum. Swann hits a tornado Ddt to create some much-needed separation. Moose leaps up to the top rope and hits a thunderous Superplex. Moose catches him in mid-air with a cutter,...
Match #1: Rich Swann def. Moose The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
After being unable to coexist in the first-ever 8-4-1 match at Against All Odds, Rich Swann and Moose renew their epic rivalry tonight! Swann jumps off the apron but Moose catches him in mid-air and drives him into the hardest part of the ring and the steel guardrail. The brawl continues on the outside as Moose delivers a series of chops. Moose crashes and burns in the corner, allowing Swann to build momentum. Swann hits a tornado Ddt to create some much-needed separation. Moose leaps up to the top rope and hits a thunderous Superplex. Moose catches him in mid-air with a cutter,...
- 6/16/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
In a stunning revelation, it has come to light that nearly $700,000 of taxpayer money (your money) is being used to investigate the alleged impact of “racist structures” on methamphetamine use. Researchers at Emory University, funded by the National Institutes of Health, are conducting a study titled “Structural Influences on Methamphetamine Use among Black Gay […]
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- 6/13/2023
- by Grady Owen
- ShockYa
The winners of this year’s recipients of the Walter Cronkite Awards had a common theme: Combating misinformation.
So when award sponsor USC Annenberg’s Norman Lear Center held a National Press Club luncheon for the honorees last week, there was a bit of reminder of the stakes: During the ceremony news unfolded of the unsealing of former President Donald Trump’s federal indictment.
Many of the winners reported on Trump and his false claims of a stolen 2020 election, something that he has repeated during his current election campaign. He’s also called the indictment itself the “boxes hoax.”
Martin Kaplan, director of The Norman Lear Center, said, “Disinformation is an apt focus in particular for the Cronkite award, not only because it feels like disinformation is everywhere all at once, but because the namesake of this award is Walter Cronkite” who was known as “the most trusted man in America.
So when award sponsor USC Annenberg’s Norman Lear Center held a National Press Club luncheon for the honorees last week, there was a bit of reminder of the stakes: During the ceremony news unfolded of the unsealing of former President Donald Trump’s federal indictment.
Many of the winners reported on Trump and his false claims of a stolen 2020 election, something that he has repeated during his current election campaign. He’s also called the indictment itself the “boxes hoax.”
Martin Kaplan, director of The Norman Lear Center, said, “Disinformation is an apt focus in particular for the Cronkite award, not only because it feels like disinformation is everywhere all at once, but because the namesake of this award is Walter Cronkite” who was known as “the most trusted man in America.
- 6/12/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
The films were Ok but lacked some luster on the whole. The list of winners of the festival(s) follows. Women filmmakers swept most of the top awards from Competition to Un Certain Regard and Critics’ Week. The market was also Ok, but not great. Rights sold before the festival and during the festival are listed with the winning titles.
The disrupters, the big streamers, were in the background and theatrical rights were being acquired by indie distributors. France’s theatrical exhibition has sprung back to its pre-covid levels while others’ like Germany, Italy and the U.S. remain 30% below.
Read The Film Verdict Summation and Reviews of Cannes Ff 2003 here. Their summation in part:
The most common line heard on the Croisette was that the main section was stuffed with minor films from major directors, which does no one any favors. But there were happy exceptions, which included 83-year-old Marco Bellocchio’s dramatically exciting and thought-provoking Kidnapped, a summing-up of his many films dealing with the Catholic religion and how a child’s cultural identity is created beginning at a young age. Disappointingly, the jury led by two-time Palme d’Or winner Ruben Ostlund overlooked the film entirely when they awarded their prizes.Another classic director who returned in top form was 77-year-old Wim Wenders with two masterful films: Anselm, a ravishing 3D documentary portrait of artist Anselm Kiefer, and Perfect Days, a lyrical Japanese-language character study of a Tokyo toilet attendant. Justly winning the Best Actor prize for his Zen-like performance in the latter title was Koji Yakusho.Cannes Film Festival Winners:
Palme d’Or
Anatomy of a Fall, Directed by Justine Triet
Isa: MK2 rights sold pre-Cannes to France-Le Pacte; Hong Kong — Golden Scene; Italy-Teodora; Russia, Cis, Baltics-Provzglyad; Spain-Elastica, Filmin; Taiwan-Hooray; Turkey-Mars. Cannes: No. America-Neon; Brazil-Diamond; Switzerland-Cineworx; U.K./Ireland-Picturehouse
Grand Prix
The Zone of Interest, Directed by Jonathan Glazer
Isa: A24. No. America: A24.
Jury Prize
Fallen Leaves, Directed by Aki Kaurismaki
Isa: The Match Factory sold pre-Cannes rights to Austria/ Germany-Pandora; Baltics-a-One; Benelux-September; ex-Yugo-mcf; Finland-BPlan; France-Diaphana; Greece-Cinobo; Hungary-Cirko; Israel-Lev; Italy-Lucky Red; Japan-Eurospace; Norway-Arthause; Portugal-Midas; Sweden-Folkets Bio; Switzerland-Filmcoopi. Cannes sales to Latvia/ Lithuania-a One
Best Director
Tran Anh Hung for The Pot au Feu
Isa: Gaumont sold to Australia/ N.Z.-Rialto; Belgium-Athena; Brazil-Diamond; Canada-Mongrel; France-Gaumont; Germany-Weltkino; Hong Kong-First Distributors; Israel-Lev/ Shani; Italy-Lucky Red; Japan-Gaga; Portugal-Sun; Spain-a Contracorriente; Switzerland-Frenetic; Taiwan-Swallow Wings; U.K./ Ireland-Picturehouse; U.S.-Sun
Best Screenplay
Yuji Sakamoto for Monster directed by Kore-eda Hirokazu
Isa: Goodfellas and Gaga sold pre-Cannes to Australia/ N.Z.-Madman; Benelux, Surinam, Dutch Antilles-September; Finland-Cinema Mondo; Hungary-Cirko; Japan-Gaga. Cannes to Bulgaria-Beta; Ex-Yugo-mcf Megacom; Germany-Wild Bunch; Greece-Spentzos; India-Impact; Indonesia-Falcon; Israel-Lev/ Shani; Italy-Bim; Hong Kong-Edko; Japan-Toho; Poland-Best; Portugal-Midas; Singapore-Clover/ Golden Village; So. Korea-Media Castle; Spain-Vertigo; Sweden-Triart; Switzerland-Cineworx, Taiwan-Movie Cloud; Thailand-Sahamongkolfilm; Turkiye-Filmarti; U.K./ Ireland-Picturehouse; U.S.-Well Go/ Relativity
Best Actress
Merve Dizdar for About Dry Grasses directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan
Isa Playtime sold pre-Cannes rights to Austria-Filmladen; Benelux, Surinam, Dutch Antilles-September; France-Memento; Italy-Movies Inspired, Taiwan-Swallow Wings. Cannes: Canada-Sphere; Turkey-Bir; U.K./ Ireland-Picturehouse; U.S.-Janus/ Criterion/ Sideshow
Best Actor
Kôji Yakusho for Perfect Days directed by Wim Wenders
Isa The Match Factory sold rights to Madman-Australia/ N.Z.; Artfest-Bulgaria; DDDream-China; Aerofilms-Czech & Slovakia; Haut et Court-France; Feelgood-Greece; Edko-Hong Kong; Cirko-Hungary; Lev-Israel; Lucky Red-Italy; Gutek-Poland; Alambique-Portugal; Bad Unicorn-Romania; A Contracorriente-Spain; Dcm-Switzerland; Applause-Taiwan; Mubi-Ireland, Turkiye, U.K., U.S.; Neon-u.S.
Palme d’Or for Best Short Film: 27, Directed by Flora Anna Buda
Special Mention to a Short Film: Far, Directed by Gunnur Martinsdottir Schluter
Un Certain Regard
Un Certain Regard Prize
How to Have Sex, Directed by Molly Manning Walker
Isa MK2 sold rights to Imagine-Benelux; Greece-Cinobo; N.Z.-Ahi; Russian World Vision-Russia; Turkiye, U.K./ Ireland, Italy, U.S.-Mubi
Jury Prize
Hounds, Directed by Kamal Lazraq
Isa Charades sold to Ad Vitam-France; Zabriskie-Spain
Best Director
Asmae El Moudir For The Mother of All Lies
Isa Autlook
New Voice Prize
Augure (Omen), Directed by Baloji Tshiani
Isa Memento
Ensemble Prize
The Buriti Flower, Directed by Joao Salaviza and Renée Nader Messora
Freedom Prize
Goodbye Julia, Directed by Mohamed Kordofani
Camera D’Or
Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell, Directed by Thien An Pham
The Golden Eye Documentary Prize
Awarded ex aequo to: Four Daughters, Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania
and The Mother of All Lies, Directed by Asmae El Moudir
62nd LA Semaine De LA Critique
Grand Prize
Tiger Stripes, Directed by Amanda Nell Eu
French Touch Jury Prize to It’s Raining in the House, Directed by Paloma Sermon-Dai
Louis Roederer Foundation Rising Star Award to Jovan Ginic For Lost Country
Leitz Cine Discovery Prize for a Short Film to Bolero, Directed by Nans Laborde-Jourdàa
Gan Foundation Award for Distribution to Pyramide Films for Inshallah a Boy
Sacd Award to Iris Kaltenback, Writer of The Rapture
Canal+ Award for a Short Film to Bolero, Directed by Nans Laborde-Jourdàa
Fipresci International Competition: The Zone of Interest
Fipresci Un Certain Regard: The Settlers (Los Colonos)
Fipresci Directors’ Fortnight & Critics’ Week: Power Alley (Levante)
Ecumenical Jury Prize to Perfect Days, Directed by Wim Wenders
Queer Palm Award to Monster, Directed by Hirokazu Kore-Eda
Palme Dog to border collie Messie in Anatomy of a Fall...
The disrupters, the big streamers, were in the background and theatrical rights were being acquired by indie distributors. France’s theatrical exhibition has sprung back to its pre-covid levels while others’ like Germany, Italy and the U.S. remain 30% below.
Read The Film Verdict Summation and Reviews of Cannes Ff 2003 here. Their summation in part:
The most common line heard on the Croisette was that the main section was stuffed with minor films from major directors, which does no one any favors. But there were happy exceptions, which included 83-year-old Marco Bellocchio’s dramatically exciting and thought-provoking Kidnapped, a summing-up of his many films dealing with the Catholic religion and how a child’s cultural identity is created beginning at a young age. Disappointingly, the jury led by two-time Palme d’Or winner Ruben Ostlund overlooked the film entirely when they awarded their prizes.Another classic director who returned in top form was 77-year-old Wim Wenders with two masterful films: Anselm, a ravishing 3D documentary portrait of artist Anselm Kiefer, and Perfect Days, a lyrical Japanese-language character study of a Tokyo toilet attendant. Justly winning the Best Actor prize for his Zen-like performance in the latter title was Koji Yakusho.Cannes Film Festival Winners:
Palme d’Or
Anatomy of a Fall, Directed by Justine Triet
Isa: MK2 rights sold pre-Cannes to France-Le Pacte; Hong Kong — Golden Scene; Italy-Teodora; Russia, Cis, Baltics-Provzglyad; Spain-Elastica, Filmin; Taiwan-Hooray; Turkey-Mars. Cannes: No. America-Neon; Brazil-Diamond; Switzerland-Cineworx; U.K./Ireland-Picturehouse
Grand Prix
The Zone of Interest, Directed by Jonathan Glazer
Isa: A24. No. America: A24.
Jury Prize
Fallen Leaves, Directed by Aki Kaurismaki
Isa: The Match Factory sold pre-Cannes rights to Austria/ Germany-Pandora; Baltics-a-One; Benelux-September; ex-Yugo-mcf; Finland-BPlan; France-Diaphana; Greece-Cinobo; Hungary-Cirko; Israel-Lev; Italy-Lucky Red; Japan-Eurospace; Norway-Arthause; Portugal-Midas; Sweden-Folkets Bio; Switzerland-Filmcoopi. Cannes sales to Latvia/ Lithuania-a One
Best Director
Tran Anh Hung for The Pot au Feu
Isa: Gaumont sold to Australia/ N.Z.-Rialto; Belgium-Athena; Brazil-Diamond; Canada-Mongrel; France-Gaumont; Germany-Weltkino; Hong Kong-First Distributors; Israel-Lev/ Shani; Italy-Lucky Red; Japan-Gaga; Portugal-Sun; Spain-a Contracorriente; Switzerland-Frenetic; Taiwan-Swallow Wings; U.K./ Ireland-Picturehouse; U.S.-Sun
Best Screenplay
Yuji Sakamoto for Monster directed by Kore-eda Hirokazu
Isa: Goodfellas and Gaga sold pre-Cannes to Australia/ N.Z.-Madman; Benelux, Surinam, Dutch Antilles-September; Finland-Cinema Mondo; Hungary-Cirko; Japan-Gaga. Cannes to Bulgaria-Beta; Ex-Yugo-mcf Megacom; Germany-Wild Bunch; Greece-Spentzos; India-Impact; Indonesia-Falcon; Israel-Lev/ Shani; Italy-Bim; Hong Kong-Edko; Japan-Toho; Poland-Best; Portugal-Midas; Singapore-Clover/ Golden Village; So. Korea-Media Castle; Spain-Vertigo; Sweden-Triart; Switzerland-Cineworx, Taiwan-Movie Cloud; Thailand-Sahamongkolfilm; Turkiye-Filmarti; U.K./ Ireland-Picturehouse; U.S.-Well Go/ Relativity
Best Actress
Merve Dizdar for About Dry Grasses directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan
Isa Playtime sold pre-Cannes rights to Austria-Filmladen; Benelux, Surinam, Dutch Antilles-September; France-Memento; Italy-Movies Inspired, Taiwan-Swallow Wings. Cannes: Canada-Sphere; Turkey-Bir; U.K./ Ireland-Picturehouse; U.S.-Janus/ Criterion/ Sideshow
Best Actor
Kôji Yakusho for Perfect Days directed by Wim Wenders
Isa The Match Factory sold rights to Madman-Australia/ N.Z.; Artfest-Bulgaria; DDDream-China; Aerofilms-Czech & Slovakia; Haut et Court-France; Feelgood-Greece; Edko-Hong Kong; Cirko-Hungary; Lev-Israel; Lucky Red-Italy; Gutek-Poland; Alambique-Portugal; Bad Unicorn-Romania; A Contracorriente-Spain; Dcm-Switzerland; Applause-Taiwan; Mubi-Ireland, Turkiye, U.K., U.S.; Neon-u.S.
Palme d’Or for Best Short Film: 27, Directed by Flora Anna Buda
Special Mention to a Short Film: Far, Directed by Gunnur Martinsdottir Schluter
Un Certain Regard
Un Certain Regard Prize
How to Have Sex, Directed by Molly Manning Walker
Isa MK2 sold rights to Imagine-Benelux; Greece-Cinobo; N.Z.-Ahi; Russian World Vision-Russia; Turkiye, U.K./ Ireland, Italy, U.S.-Mubi
Jury Prize
Hounds, Directed by Kamal Lazraq
Isa Charades sold to Ad Vitam-France; Zabriskie-Spain
Best Director
Asmae El Moudir For The Mother of All Lies
Isa Autlook
New Voice Prize
Augure (Omen), Directed by Baloji Tshiani
Isa Memento
Ensemble Prize
The Buriti Flower, Directed by Joao Salaviza and Renée Nader Messora
Freedom Prize
Goodbye Julia, Directed by Mohamed Kordofani
Camera D’Or
Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell, Directed by Thien An Pham
The Golden Eye Documentary Prize
Awarded ex aequo to: Four Daughters, Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania
and The Mother of All Lies, Directed by Asmae El Moudir
62nd LA Semaine De LA Critique
Grand Prize
Tiger Stripes, Directed by Amanda Nell Eu
French Touch Jury Prize to It’s Raining in the House, Directed by Paloma Sermon-Dai
Louis Roederer Foundation Rising Star Award to Jovan Ginic For Lost Country
Leitz Cine Discovery Prize for a Short Film to Bolero, Directed by Nans Laborde-Jourdàa
Gan Foundation Award for Distribution to Pyramide Films for Inshallah a Boy
Sacd Award to Iris Kaltenback, Writer of The Rapture
Canal+ Award for a Short Film to Bolero, Directed by Nans Laborde-Jourdàa
Fipresci International Competition: The Zone of Interest
Fipresci Un Certain Regard: The Settlers (Los Colonos)
Fipresci Directors’ Fortnight & Critics’ Week: Power Alley (Levante)
Ecumenical Jury Prize to Perfect Days, Directed by Wim Wenders
Queer Palm Award to Monster, Directed by Hirokazu Kore-Eda
Palme Dog to border collie Messie in Anatomy of a Fall...
- 6/3/2023
- by Sydney
- Sydney's Buzz
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Brian Myers defeat Tyler Tirva. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Eddie Edwards def. Yuya Uemura The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
After coming up short in the #1 Contenders match at Under Siege, Eddie Edwards and Yuya Uemura look to bounce back in singles action! Yuya Uemura takes Eddie Edwards to the limit but Edwards puts Yuya away with the Boston Knee Party. After the match, Edwards disrespects Uemura which draws out Frankie Kazarian. Kazarian is upset at the bad example Edwards is setting as a locker room leader. Alisha jumps on the back of Kazarian but Kazarian throws her off, angering Eddie.
My Score: 3 out of 5 Match #2: Sami Callihan & Jake Crist def. Decay (Crazzy Steve & Black Taurus) The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:...
Match #1: Eddie Edwards def. Yuya Uemura The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
After coming up short in the #1 Contenders match at Under Siege, Eddie Edwards and Yuya Uemura look to bounce back in singles action! Yuya Uemura takes Eddie Edwards to the limit but Edwards puts Yuya away with the Boston Knee Party. After the match, Edwards disrespects Uemura which draws out Frankie Kazarian. Kazarian is upset at the bad example Edwards is setting as a locker room leader. Alisha jumps on the back of Kazarian but Kazarian throws her off, angering Eddie.
My Score: 3 out of 5 Match #2: Sami Callihan & Jake Crist def. Decay (Crazzy Steve & Black Taurus) The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:...
- 6/2/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
(Welcome to Scariest Scene Ever, a column dedicated to the most pulse-pounding moments in horror with your tour guides, horror experts Chris Evangelista and Matt Donato. In this edition, Chris sails a boat with "It" 2017.)
If you're afraid of clowns, there's a good chance you have Stephen King to blame. King practically gave birth to the killer clown horror story with his massive tome of terror "It," the story of a small Maine town cursed by a Lovecraftian monster who just happens to be able to take the shape of anything it wants — including a clown. The novel was famously adapted into a miniseries in the '90s, and in 2017, a new version of "It" hit the big screen. Despite some changes — it's set primarily in the '80s instead of the '50s like King's novel, and only has one timeline instead of two as King jumps back and...
If you're afraid of clowns, there's a good chance you have Stephen King to blame. King practically gave birth to the killer clown horror story with his massive tome of terror "It," the story of a small Maine town cursed by a Lovecraftian monster who just happens to be able to take the shape of anything it wants — including a clown. The novel was famously adapted into a miniseries in the '90s, and in 2017, a new version of "It" hit the big screen. Despite some changes — it's set primarily in the '80s instead of the '50s like King's novel, and only has one timeline instead of two as King jumps back and...
- 6/2/2023
- by Matt Donato
- Slash Film
The final between Gujarat Titans (Gt) and Chennai Super Kings (Csk) at the enormous Ahmedabad stadium got delayed by a day due to rain and to have a full house the next day showed the dedicated love of the Ipl followers. The digital world of live streaming of the matches had millions of eyeballs as well. This truly augmented the fact that T20 cricket is here to stay and one that will rule cricket in the future.
The Ipl’23 has brought about a completely different dimension to the game. The Impact Player substitution has made a huge Impact. The possibility of getting an additional bowler or batsman, if needed, was a boon for many a side. It led to a dynamic change in the way the playing eleven of the teams were structured and the Ipl benefitted enormously. Totals that looked out of reach became possible through the inclusion of...
The Ipl’23 has brought about a completely different dimension to the game. The Impact Player substitution has made a huge Impact. The possibility of getting an additional bowler or batsman, if needed, was a boon for many a side. It led to a dynamic change in the way the playing eleven of the teams were structured and the Ipl benefitted enormously. Totals that looked out of reach became possible through the inclusion of...
- 6/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Welcome to this review of this past Friday’s episode of Friday Night Smackdown, right here on Nerdly. Let’s see what went down on the go-home show for “Night of Champions!”
Match #1: United States Title Match – Austin Theory def. Sheamus The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In the final moments of the United States Title Match, Austin Theory attempted to use a steel chair against Sheamus, but the attack was quickly thwarted by The Brawling Brutes, which set up The Celtic Warrior to hit a whopping 25 Beats of the Bodhran. When Pretty Deadly attacked Butch and Ridge Holland as Sheamus was going for the Brogue Kick, the Irish Superstar began to dish out a second Beats of the Bodhran on Kit Wilson. As he did, Theory took advantage of the distraction and rolled up his challenger for the three-count.
My Score: 3 out of 5 Match #2: Raquel Rodriguez & Shotzi def.
Match #1: United States Title Match – Austin Theory def. Sheamus The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In the final moments of the United States Title Match, Austin Theory attempted to use a steel chair against Sheamus, but the attack was quickly thwarted by The Brawling Brutes, which set up The Celtic Warrior to hit a whopping 25 Beats of the Bodhran. When Pretty Deadly attacked Butch and Ridge Holland as Sheamus was going for the Brogue Kick, the Irish Superstar began to dish out a second Beats of the Bodhran on Kit Wilson. As he did, Theory took advantage of the distraction and rolled up his challenger for the three-count.
My Score: 3 out of 5 Match #2: Raquel Rodriguez & Shotzi def.
- 5/29/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
(Welcome to Scariest Scene Ever, a column dedicated to the most pulse-pounding moments in horror with your tour guides, horror experts Chris Evangelista and Matt Donato. In this edition, Chris advises you not to play in the road with "Pet Sematary" 1989.)
We here at Scariest Scene Ever Industries often try to tie our spooky little column to a big new release hitting theaters the same week. And this week, the biggest movie arriving on the big screen is "Fast X," in which cars go vroom. With that in mind, I wanted to do something car-or-vehicle-related. And while there are many options for that — John Carpenter's "Christine," the big pileup from "Final Destination 2," and so on — I landed on one of the most memorable horror movie moments of all time: the untimely death of Gage Creed from "Pet Sematary." So grab your kite and let's go!
The Setup
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We here at Scariest Scene Ever Industries often try to tie our spooky little column to a big new release hitting theaters the same week. And this week, the biggest movie arriving on the big screen is "Fast X," in which cars go vroom. With that in mind, I wanted to do something car-or-vehicle-related. And while there are many options for that — John Carpenter's "Christine," the big pileup from "Final Destination 2," and so on — I landed on one of the most memorable horror movie moments of all time: the untimely death of Gage Creed from "Pet Sematary." So grab your kite and let's go!
The Setup
Adapted...
- 5/19/2023
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw The Design (Deaner & Kon) defeat Johnny Swinger & Zicky Dice. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Trey Miguel def. Laredo Kid The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Laredo Kid battles the reigning X-Division Champion in our opening contest! Miguel is in control as he grounds the Luchador. Moments later, Kid counters a back suplex attempt and quickens the pace with a Michinoku Driver. Kid hits a springboard Moonsault to the spine of Miguel. Kid spikes Miguel on the top of his head for two. Miguel regains control with a dropkick to the back of the head. Kid counters the Lightning Spiral, prompting Miguel to rip off Kid’s mask. Miguel rolls him up to score the three count.
My Score: 3 out of 5 Match #2: Jason Hotch def.
Match #1: Trey Miguel def. Laredo Kid The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Laredo Kid battles the reigning X-Division Champion in our opening contest! Miguel is in control as he grounds the Luchador. Moments later, Kid counters a back suplex attempt and quickens the pace with a Michinoku Driver. Kid hits a springboard Moonsault to the spine of Miguel. Kid spikes Miguel on the top of his head for two. Miguel regains control with a dropkick to the back of the head. Kid counters the Lightning Spiral, prompting Miguel to rip off Kid’s mask. Miguel rolls him up to score the three count.
My Score: 3 out of 5 Match #2: Jason Hotch def.
- 5/19/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
In their last eight games, they have won only twice and after Sunday’s disastrous 112-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bangalore, where they were shot out for just 59, Rajasthan looked like a side that has completely lost the momentum, with its Play-offs hopes now hanging by a thread.
Former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Rajasthan’s massive slump began with Samson and opener Jos Buttler suffering loss of form in the last eight games. Since Rajasthan’s downfall began, Buttler has made just one fifty-plus score while being out for ducks thrice. Samson, on the other hand, has nothing of note apart from an unbeaten 66 and 48.
"It started with Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson losing form. If two of your top three batters are going through a rough patch, and if that happens to be coinciding, then it becomes a huge issue. Buttler completely going off the boil and Sanju...
Former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Rajasthan’s massive slump began with Samson and opener Jos Buttler suffering loss of form in the last eight games. Since Rajasthan’s downfall began, Buttler has made just one fifty-plus score while being out for ducks thrice. Samson, on the other hand, has nothing of note apart from an unbeaten 66 and 48.
"It started with Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson losing form. If two of your top three batters are going through a rough patch, and if that happens to be coinciding, then it becomes a huge issue. Buttler completely going off the boil and Sanju...
- 5/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
International documentary marketplace Sunny Side of the Doc has revealed the 42 projects from 23 different countries that make up the official selection for its 34th edition.
The projects will participate in pitch sessions in front of more than 300 international decision-makers, including major broadcasters, streamers, foundations, distributors, buyers and other investors looking for stories with the biggest impact.
This year’s call for projects received 320 responses from 56 different countries (compared to 275 in 2022), 43% of which were led by female filmmakers. The pre-selection committee selected the 42 most inspiring and promising projects.
The Specialist Factual strand, which has a cash prize of €3,000, focuses on the topics Global Issues, Wildlife & Conservation, Science, History and Arts & Culture, while Focus of the Year with a cash prize of €2,000 is over two specific pitching sessions: New Voices, Impact Campaigns.
Mathieu Bejot, director of strategy and development at Sunny Side of the Doc, said: “We are delighted with the number,...
The projects will participate in pitch sessions in front of more than 300 international decision-makers, including major broadcasters, streamers, foundations, distributors, buyers and other investors looking for stories with the biggest impact.
This year’s call for projects received 320 responses from 56 different countries (compared to 275 in 2022), 43% of which were led by female filmmakers. The pre-selection committee selected the 42 most inspiring and promising projects.
The Specialist Factual strand, which has a cash prize of €3,000, focuses on the topics Global Issues, Wildlife & Conservation, Science, History and Arts & Culture, while Focus of the Year with a cash prize of €2,000 is over two specific pitching sessions: New Voices, Impact Campaigns.
Mathieu Bejot, director of strategy and development at Sunny Side of the Doc, said: “We are delighted with the number,...
- 5/11/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Laredo Kid defeat Jack Price. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Moose & Brian Myers def. Yuya Uemura & Bhupinder Gujjar The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
The aftershocks of Hardcore War continue to be felt in this tag team showdown! Gujjar & Uemura gain the early advantage as Gujjar tosses Myers over the top rope. Gujjar and Uemura soar with in-sync springboard crossbodies, taking out both of their opponents on the floor. Moments later, Myers drives Uemura into the side of the ring. Uemura counters the Roster Cut into a double underhook suplex. Uemura makes the tag to Gujjar, who brings the fight to Moose. The pace quickens as Gujjar hits Mooose with a Spinebuster for two. Moose and Gujjar both miss their spear attempts, leading to a Slingblade from Gujjar.
Match #1: Moose & Brian Myers def. Yuya Uemura & Bhupinder Gujjar The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
The aftershocks of Hardcore War continue to be felt in this tag team showdown! Gujjar & Uemura gain the early advantage as Gujjar tosses Myers over the top rope. Gujjar and Uemura soar with in-sync springboard crossbodies, taking out both of their opponents on the floor. Moments later, Myers drives Uemura into the side of the ring. Uemura counters the Roster Cut into a double underhook suplex. Uemura makes the tag to Gujjar, who brings the fight to Moose. The pace quickens as Gujjar hits Mooose with a Spinebuster for two. Moose and Gujjar both miss their spear attempts, leading to a Slingblade from Gujjar.
- 5/8/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Trinity Fatu, formerly known as Naomi, is opening up about why she walked out on the WWE.
During an appearance on the wrestling podcast Busted Open, the former Smackdown Women’s Champion explained what led to her abrupt exit, how it impacted her mental health, and why she chose to join Impact Wrestling.
More from TVLineWWE's Triple H Un-Retires World Heavyweight Championship, Unveils New Look on Monday Night RawWrestler Trinity Fatu (Formerly Naomi) Confirms Departure From Wwewwe Star John Cena Comments on Vince McMahon Sexual Misconduct Allegations: 'We All Make Mistakes'
“The doors are open for me everywhere, literally everywhere,...
During an appearance on the wrestling podcast Busted Open, the former Smackdown Women’s Champion explained what led to her abrupt exit, how it impacted her mental health, and why she chose to join Impact Wrestling.
More from TVLineWWE's Triple H Un-Retires World Heavyweight Championship, Unveils New Look on Monday Night RawWrestler Trinity Fatu (Formerly Naomi) Confirms Departure From Wwewwe Star John Cena Comments on Vince McMahon Sexual Misconduct Allegations: 'We All Make Mistakes'
“The doors are open for me everywhere, literally everywhere,...
- 5/3/2023
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Kenny King defeat Channing Decker. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Jordynne Grace def. Masha Slamovich The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Masha Slamovich and Jordynne Grace renew hostilities in tonight’s opening contest! Grace hits a Vader Bomb out of the corner to gain the early advantage. Slamovich sends her throat-first into the middle rope, then capitalizes with a running boot. Slamovich locks in the Camel Clutch. Grace fights free but Slamovich quickly regains control. Slamovich avoids another Vader Bomb attempt but Grace takes her off the top with a Muscle Buster for two. Grace hits a series of powerslams for a very close near fall. Slamovich transitions from a Sleeper hold into a modified German suplex. Both Knockouts exchange one pin attempt after another...
Match #1: Jordynne Grace def. Masha Slamovich The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Masha Slamovich and Jordynne Grace renew hostilities in tonight’s opening contest! Grace hits a Vader Bomb out of the corner to gain the early advantage. Slamovich sends her throat-first into the middle rope, then capitalizes with a running boot. Slamovich locks in the Camel Clutch. Grace fights free but Slamovich quickly regains control. Slamovich avoids another Vader Bomb attempt but Grace takes her off the top with a Muscle Buster for two. Grace hits a series of powerslams for a very close near fall. Slamovich transitions from a Sleeper hold into a modified German suplex. Both Knockouts exchange one pin attempt after another...
- 4/28/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Heath & Rhino defeat Jack Price & Shogun. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Time Machine def. Trey Miguel, Jonathan Gresham & Mike Bailey The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
After competing against each other for the X-Division Title this past Sunday, Trey Miguel, Jonathan Gresham and Mike Bailey must now join forces to battle Time Machine! Kushida targets the arm of Miguel as he sets up for Hoverboard Lock. Sabin hits Bailey with a bulldog, followed by a kick from Kushida. Sabin continues the assaults with a running dropkick as it appears that Miguel, Gresham and Bailey are not on the same page. Bailey creates some much-needed separation with a kick to Shelley but Time Machine quickly regains control with a double team cutter. Sabin dives through the ropes,...
Match #1: Time Machine def. Trey Miguel, Jonathan Gresham & Mike Bailey The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
After competing against each other for the X-Division Title this past Sunday, Trey Miguel, Jonathan Gresham and Mike Bailey must now join forces to battle Time Machine! Kushida targets the arm of Miguel as he sets up for Hoverboard Lock. Sabin hits Bailey with a bulldog, followed by a kick from Kushida. Sabin continues the assaults with a running dropkick as it appears that Miguel, Gresham and Bailey are not on the same page. Bailey creates some much-needed separation with a kick to Shelley but Time Machine quickly regains control with a double team cutter. Sabin dives through the ropes,...
- 4/21/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
The Marche 2023 is the first under the solo leadership of executive director Guillaume Esmiol.
As Cannes’ Marché du Film gears up for its 2023 edition under new executive director, Guillaume Esmiol, Screen spotlights the people, places and elements to expect from this year’s Marché.
New leadership, new motto
The Marché heads into this year’s market with a new executive director in Esmiol, who co-directed the 2022 edition alongside longtime leader Jerome Paillard and is taking on his solo duties for the first time at this year’s May market.
The Marché’s new official tagline this year is ‘The heart...
As Cannes’ Marché du Film gears up for its 2023 edition under new executive director, Guillaume Esmiol, Screen spotlights the people, places and elements to expect from this year’s Marché.
New leadership, new motto
The Marché heads into this year’s market with a new executive director in Esmiol, who co-directed the 2022 edition alongside longtime leader Jerome Paillard and is taking on his solo duties for the first time at this year’s May market.
The Marché’s new official tagline this year is ‘The heart...
- 4/11/2023
- by Rebecca Leffler
- ScreenDaily
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Deonna Purrazzo defeat Steph De Lander. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Kushida def. Ace Austin The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Momentum is up for grabs ahead of the blockbuster six-man tag team match between Bullet Club and Time Machine at No Surrender! Kushida hits a handspring back elbow, then soars off the apron with a diving knee. Kushida continues to target the arm of Bey before both men are taken out with a double clothesline on the outside. The referee counts to nine as Bey and Kushida make it back in the ring just in time. Bey spikes him head-first into the mat for two. Kushida regains his composure and launches himself off the top rope with a Swanton Bomb to the floor. Bey...
Match #1: Kushida def. Ace Austin The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Momentum is up for grabs ahead of the blockbuster six-man tag team match between Bullet Club and Time Machine at No Surrender! Kushida hits a handspring back elbow, then soars off the apron with a diving knee. Kushida continues to target the arm of Bey before both men are taken out with a double clothesline on the outside. The referee counts to nine as Bey and Kushida make it back in the ring just in time. Bey spikes him head-first into the mat for two. Kushida regains his composure and launches himself off the top rope with a Swanton Bomb to the floor. Bey...
- 2/17/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Four partners today announced formation of The House of 1212, a full-service talent agency representing creators, thought-leaders and innovators that are impacting positive change.
Rula Zaabri (founder & CEO), Brittany Louks (cofounder & president), Blaire Zierke (cofounder & head of operations), and Jay Shetty (cofounder & partner) are behind the firm. It will handle talent representation, brand partnerships, and brand expansion for a roster of artists, musicians, athletes, models, actors, and podcasters.
“House of 1212 is built on the foundation of purpose,” said a joint statement from the founders. “Here we have created a home for clients who want to amplify their voices and unleash their inner greatness so they can make a positive impact on the world. As a team, we are fueled by establishing purpose-driven partnerships, conceptualizing unique concepts for our talent, and the desire to change the industry.”
Shetty will remain repped by WME utilizing House of 1212 to complement their services with more...
Rula Zaabri (founder & CEO), Brittany Louks (cofounder & president), Blaire Zierke (cofounder & head of operations), and Jay Shetty (cofounder & partner) are behind the firm. It will handle talent representation, brand partnerships, and brand expansion for a roster of artists, musicians, athletes, models, actors, and podcasters.
“House of 1212 is built on the foundation of purpose,” said a joint statement from the founders. “Here we have created a home for clients who want to amplify their voices and unleash their inner greatness so they can make a positive impact on the world. As a team, we are fueled by establishing purpose-driven partnerships, conceptualizing unique concepts for our talent, and the desire to change the industry.”
Shetty will remain repped by WME utilizing House of 1212 to complement their services with more...
- 2/9/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Impact Wrestling and New Japan Pro-Wrestling will co-produce a major live pro wrestling show on Thursday, March 30th, at the Globe Theater in Los Angeles with megastars from both promotions in-action and numerous first-ever dream matches confirmed.
The show, Multiverse United: Only The Strong Survive, will air live on pay-per-view on fite.tv, starting at 8 p.m. Pst.
Impact World Champion Josh Alexander steps into the ring at Multiverse United against Kushida, while “Speedball” Mike Bailey battles Will Ospreay in the co-main event that will be a nonstop fight for bragging rights. The Bailey-Ospreay battle is their fifth-ever one-on-one contest and the first since August 2022, with their first-ever back in 2015. “Will Ospreay is the best professional wrestler in the world, after me,” Bailey said. “So, this will be the best professional wrestling match of the year.”
Alexander is the longest-reigning Impact World Champion and also was half of the decorated...
The show, Multiverse United: Only The Strong Survive, will air live on pay-per-view on fite.tv, starting at 8 p.m. Pst.
Impact World Champion Josh Alexander steps into the ring at Multiverse United against Kushida, while “Speedball” Mike Bailey battles Will Ospreay in the co-main event that will be a nonstop fight for bragging rights. The Bailey-Ospreay battle is their fifth-ever one-on-one contest and the first since August 2022, with their first-ever back in 2015. “Will Ospreay is the best professional wrestler in the world, after me,” Bailey said. “So, this will be the best professional wrestling match of the year.”
Alexander is the longest-reigning Impact World Champion and also was half of the decorated...
- 2/8/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw X-Division Champion Trey Miguel defeat Jason Hotch. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Impact World Tag Team Championship – Heath & Rhino vs. Motor City Machine Guns (No Contest) The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
The Motor City Machine Guns receive their long-awaited Impact World Tag Team Title opportunity against Heath and Rhino! Heath attempts to fight his way out of the Gun’s corner but Sabin hits a Dragon Screw leg whip from the apron to remain in control. Shelley locks in a Figure Four Leg Lock but Heath crawls to the ropes in order to break the submission. Heath creates separation with an explosive powerslam, allowing him to make the tag to Rhino. The pace quickens as Rhino hits Sabin with a Spinebuster. Shelley gets involved from the outside,...
Match #1: Impact World Tag Team Championship – Heath & Rhino vs. Motor City Machine Guns (No Contest) The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
The Motor City Machine Guns receive their long-awaited Impact World Tag Team Title opportunity against Heath and Rhino! Heath attempts to fight his way out of the Gun’s corner but Sabin hits a Dragon Screw leg whip from the apron to remain in control. Shelley locks in a Figure Four Leg Lock but Heath crawls to the ropes in order to break the submission. Heath creates separation with an explosive powerslam, allowing him to make the tag to Rhino. The pace quickens as Rhino hits Sabin with a Spinebuster. Shelley gets involved from the outside,...
- 12/9/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this review of Impact Wrestling’s Over Drive 2022 pay-per-view/premium event/whatever Impact calls their streaming platform shows… Whatever, let’s just get into the review!
Countdown to Over Drive: Match #1: 6-Way X-Division Match – Rich Swann def. Jason Hotch, Yuya Uemura, Kenny King, Bhupinder Gujjar & Mike Bailey The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
It’s every man for himself in tonight’s opening contest. Swann hits the ropes but King takes him off his feet with a spin kick. King turns hit attention towards Gujjar as he hits a big Spinebuster. King pummels King with a flurry of kicks. Hotch sends Bailey to the outside with a pinpoint kick of his own. Uemura hits a back suplex on Swann, followed by a German suplex to Gujjar. Hotch dives through the ropes, colliding with Uemura on the floor. Swann soars with a Phoenix Splash off the top rope.
Countdown to Over Drive: Match #1: 6-Way X-Division Match – Rich Swann def. Jason Hotch, Yuya Uemura, Kenny King, Bhupinder Gujjar & Mike Bailey The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
It’s every man for himself in tonight’s opening contest. Swann hits the ropes but King takes him off his feet with a spin kick. King turns hit attention towards Gujjar as he hits a big Spinebuster. King pummels King with a flurry of kicks. Hotch sends Bailey to the outside with a pinpoint kick of his own. Uemura hits a back suplex on Swann, followed by a German suplex to Gujjar. Hotch dives through the ropes, colliding with Uemura on the floor. Swann soars with a Phoenix Splash off the top rope.
- 11/22/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Yuya Uemura defeat Andrew Everett (who made his return to Impact). Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: X-Division Title Tournament 2nd Round – Black Taurus def. Pj Black The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Who will advance to Over Drive and face Trey Miguel in the finals of the X-Division Title Tournament? Black hits a slingshot crossbody over the top rope to the outside. Black gets a running start on the ramp, then drops Taurus on the floor. Back in the ring, Taurus connects with a powerslam, followed by a series of Slingblades. Taurus attempts a pop-up but Black counters into a top rope dropkick. Black soars with a Spanish Fly for two. Both men are down following a collision in the middle of the ring. Taurus delivers a stiff headbutt,...
Match #1: X-Division Title Tournament 2nd Round – Black Taurus def. Pj Black The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Who will advance to Over Drive and face Trey Miguel in the finals of the X-Division Title Tournament? Black hits a slingshot crossbody over the top rope to the outside. Black gets a running start on the ramp, then drops Taurus on the floor. Back in the ring, Taurus connects with a powerslam, followed by a series of Slingblades. Taurus attempts a pop-up but Black counters into a top rope dropkick. Black soars with a Spanish Fly for two. Both men are down following a collision in the middle of the ring. Taurus delivers a stiff headbutt,...
- 11/18/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Brian Grazer and Ron Howard’s Impact, an online professional network for film and TV crews, has closed 15 million in series B funding.
Impact, led by CEO Tyler Mitchel, will expand its product and services with new funding led by Shasta Ventures.
The new funding will be used to add talent to the existing product and engineering teams that will enhance the company’s tools that facilitate collaboration among productions and crews. This seamless communication aims to connect people in the industry with talent faster and prioritizes inclusion.
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The funding was led by Shasta Ventures with participation from Benchmark and strategic investors including Skydance, Riviera Partners, Snap chairman Michael Lynton, Working Title Films producer and co-chairman Eric Fellner and “Billions” creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien alongside Roku CEO Anthony Wood. As a result of the round, Jason Pressman,...
Impact, led by CEO Tyler Mitchel, will expand its product and services with new funding led by Shasta Ventures.
The new funding will be used to add talent to the existing product and engineering teams that will enhance the company’s tools that facilitate collaboration among productions and crews. This seamless communication aims to connect people in the industry with talent faster and prioritizes inclusion.
Also Read:
Amazon Plans to Lay Off 10,000 Employees Beginning This Week (Report)
The funding was led by Shasta Ventures with participation from Benchmark and strategic investors including Skydance, Riviera Partners, Snap chairman Michael Lynton, Working Title Films producer and co-chairman Eric Fellner and “Billions” creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien alongside Roku CEO Anthony Wood. As a result of the round, Jason Pressman,...
- 11/14/2022
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Impact, the LinkedIn-like professional network for the entertainment biz founded by filmmakers Ron Howard and Brian Grazer, raised 15 million in Series B funding.
The L.A.-based company, founded in 2020, has now landed more than 21 million in total funding. The Series B round was led by venture-capital firm Shasta Ventures with participation from Silicon Valley Vc firm Benchmark alongside strategic investors including Skydance, Riviera Partners, Michael Lynton (chairman of Snap and former chairman/CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment), Eric Fellner (producer and co-chairman of Working Title Films), Brian Koppelman and David Levien (creators of “Billions”) and Roku founder/CEO Anthony Wood.
Impact provides professional-networking tools designed to let productions and crews connect and collaborate more easily. The company said it will use the new funding to make hires on its product and engineering teams and to develop and launch new features. Impact was co-founded by Grazer and Howard (who...
The L.A.-based company, founded in 2020, has now landed more than 21 million in total funding. The Series B round was led by venture-capital firm Shasta Ventures with participation from Silicon Valley Vc firm Benchmark alongside strategic investors including Skydance, Riviera Partners, Michael Lynton (chairman of Snap and former chairman/CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment), Eric Fellner (producer and co-chairman of Working Title Films), Brian Koppelman and David Levien (creators of “Billions”) and Roku founder/CEO Anthony Wood.
Impact provides professional-networking tools designed to let productions and crews connect and collaborate more easily. The company said it will use the new funding to make hires on its product and engineering teams and to develop and launch new features. Impact was co-founded by Grazer and Howard (who...
- 11/14/2022
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Pj Black defeat Yuya Uemura in an X-Division Title Tournament 1st Round match. Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: X-Division Title Tournament 1st Round Match – Mike Bailey def. Kenny King The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Who will advance to the next round in the X-Division Title Tournament? We find out in this clash of former X-Division Champions! Bailey sends King to the outside with a flurry of kicks. King is retreating up the ramp when Bailey chases him back into the ring and targets his knee. King drops him face-first into the turnbuckle, followed by a Spinebuster. King continues the attack with a suplex on the exposed ramp. Bailey just makes it back into the ring at the referee’s count of nine. Bailey begins...
Match #1: X-Division Title Tournament 1st Round Match – Mike Bailey def. Kenny King The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Who will advance to the next round in the X-Division Title Tournament? We find out in this clash of former X-Division Champions! Bailey sends King to the outside with a flurry of kicks. King is retreating up the ramp when Bailey chases him back into the ring and targets his knee. King drops him face-first into the turnbuckle, followed by a Spinebuster. King continues the attack with a suplex on the exposed ramp. Bailey just makes it back into the ring at the referee’s count of nine. Bailey begins...
- 11/4/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s Impact Wrestling review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have the card after Homecoming, so let’s see if it all turns out fine.
Match #1: Lucha Bros! (Pentagon Jr. & Fenix) def. Rascalz (Wentz & Dez) The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Wentz hits a springboard corkscrew on Pentagon. Fenix hits a diving headbutt on Wentz off the top. Wentz connects with a Bronco Buster on Pentagon in the corner. Fenix cuts off the Rascalz’ offense with a double cutter! Fenix flies as he takes out Wentz with a suicide dive. The Lucha Bros hit Dez with a double superkick but get taken out with a Swanton Bomb from Wentz! The Lucha Bros hit a unique combination of moves, culminating with a Fear Factor Piledriver on Dez to pick up the win.
My Take: 3.5 out of 5 – This was excellent and I...
Match #1: Lucha Bros! (Pentagon Jr. & Fenix) def. Rascalz (Wentz & Dez) The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:
Wentz hits a springboard corkscrew on Pentagon. Fenix hits a diving headbutt on Wentz off the top. Wentz connects with a Bronco Buster on Pentagon in the corner. Fenix cuts off the Rascalz’ offense with a double cutter! Fenix flies as he takes out Wentz with a suicide dive. The Lucha Bros hit Dez with a double superkick but get taken out with a Swanton Bomb from Wentz! The Lucha Bros hit a unique combination of moves, culminating with a Fear Factor Piledriver on Dez to pick up the win.
My Take: 3.5 out of 5 – This was excellent and I...
- 1/13/2019
- by Nathan Favel
- Nerdly
Welcome to this week’s Nerdly Wrestling Awards, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have an interesting week to cover, one that was boring and exciting at the same time. The matches themselves go from bad to great, so we’ll have lots of things to complain about, as well as praise. Let’s get right to it.!
Worst Promo:
Greatest Man Who…Wouldn’t Shut Up (Impact Wrestling) - Austin Aries is a good talker… for about a minute and a half. Having Aries gab for what felt like an eternity is a bad way to get people to pay money to see a fight. Impact had a few candidates for this award, but this one was the biggest waste of time, despite the Eddie Edwards/Moose vignette being pretty bad.
Best Promo:
Marty’s Revelation (Lucha Underground) - This was pretty well performed for a very long,...
Worst Promo:
Greatest Man Who…Wouldn’t Shut Up (Impact Wrestling) - Austin Aries is a good talker… for about a minute and a half. Having Aries gab for what felt like an eternity is a bad way to get people to pay money to see a fight. Impact had a few candidates for this award, but this one was the biggest waste of time, despite the Eddie Edwards/Moose vignette being pretty bad.
Best Promo:
Marty’s Revelation (Lucha Underground) - This was pretty well performed for a very long,...
- 10/11/2018
- by Nathan Favel
- Nerdly
Stars: Chris Marquette, Amanda Crew, Michael Eklund, Niall Matter, Gwynyth Walsh, Mick Foley, Harry Smith, Laurel Van Ness, Lance Storm, Paul James Saunders, Graham Bell, Agam Darshi, Meghan Heffern | Written by Robert Cuffley, Jason Long | Directed by Robert Cuffley
Corey Swanson has problems. He’s almost 30, still lives in his mom’s basement, doesn’t date, and his career amounts to slicing meat in an archaic deli that no one ever comes to – unless they want to rob it. After a chance encounter with a popular former classmate, Corey learns that his high school crush Sheena Halliday will soon be in town for their 10-year reunion. Sheena, now a world-famous athlete, has been dubbed “the Lindsay Lohan of the wrestling world”. She twists and pounds people into oblivion for a living – the same thing she did to Corey’s heart back in high school. Corey puts his broken heart (and punched face) aside,...
Corey Swanson has problems. He’s almost 30, still lives in his mom’s basement, doesn’t date, and his career amounts to slicing meat in an archaic deli that no one ever comes to – unless they want to rob it. After a chance encounter with a popular former classmate, Corey learns that his high school crush Sheena Halliday will soon be in town for their 10-year reunion. Sheena, now a world-famous athlete, has been dubbed “the Lindsay Lohan of the wrestling world”. She twists and pounds people into oblivion for a living – the same thing she did to Corey’s heart back in high school. Corey puts his broken heart (and punched face) aside,...
- 11/14/2017
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
“The Handmaid’s Tale” presented a brain-twisting production challenge for cinematographer Colin Watkinson and Reed Morano, an executive producer and director of the first three episodes. The show takes place in a near-future Gilead, where enslaved women forced to reproduce for the aristocracy wear costumes that reference a puritanical time — but the show isn’t a period piece. They needed to create a world that was “other” and could serve as sharp contrast to present-day flashbacks.
Morano and Watkinson explain how they achieved the show’s unique look.
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Compositions
Watkinson: Reed had a very specific directorial look book with very clear indications of which way she wanted to go, and how we were going to separate the worlds with compositional and shooting style.
Morano: I didn’t want it feel like a period piece. That was my fear with the costumes and everything. I pushed very hard that all the uniforms in Gilead had modern elements to them. Period would defeat the purpose. There are women in the world who experience these things today, and this story is a warning it could happen here just like that. It needed to be and feel other.”
Watkinson: Gilead was going to be incredibly formal, tableau-like compositions with a very considered static camera, the camera only moved when it was deemed to moved. Tableau, Kubrick-esque type frame is what Reed asked for, but with off framing, lots of headroom, and sometime asymmetrical as well.
The flashbacks were to be what Reed called “cinema verite” — a very visceral type of camerawork, to really put you in the moment. We wanted the flashbacks to feel as real as possible. The reason being even though they are flashbacks in the story, you are looking at today in the world and we wanted people to feel,”That’s right now.” That’s what I think makes it more horrific as you go along. The world changes so quickly. You’ve got to look up from your phone because tthis could happen quickly and right in front of your face.
A Pov Show
Morano: The book calls for us to be in Lizzy’s [Elizabeth Moss, who plays Offred] head, which sometimes comes with voiceover. Trying to put yourself in someone’s head — how do you visualize that? One of the ways I always thought we’d visualize that was by putting the camera physically closer to her for her close-ups, be on a wider lens because it feels a little bit more uncomfortable and there’s something a little bit more unsettling about that. It makes the audience close the person in much more uncomfortable way.”
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Watkinson: We adopted a particular lens for Offred because being a Pov-type show, we wanted to be inside Offred’s head and make the viewer feel like every nuance Elizabeth made we’d be capturing. They’d be close enough to feel every movement. We were shooting on Canon K-35s for most of the show, but we had a 28mm Zeiss 2.1 that had a perspective that was different on either side of it. It’s very particular. It was her special lens.
Morano’s Handheld
Morano: As a cinematographer myself, I knew to stay out of Colin’s way. I told him, “I’ll treat you better than you are use to being treated by other directors. There is one thing I do want, though.”
Watkinson: In our first interview she broached it right away. “I like to get the camera on my shoulder and operate.”
Morano: Most good operators know you don’t want to do some kind of change while an actor’s delivering lines, but it’s hard to not know what you can get away with if you aren’t the director. If you are directing and you are the one cutting it and telling the story, you can take more risks with the operating.
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Watkinson: There’s a special process going on there. She has unique vision and style. She brings an immediacy and a real feeling with her camera. I tried to get a feel for how and when she’d want to go handheld to access those emotions, and tried to emulate because we’d need to try to copy that with other directors after Reed left.
Interior Depth
Watkinson: I was constantly impressed by [production designer] Julie Berghoff’s paint work. Not only did she have the color right, but the depth of the color she’d create on the walls was amazing. You’d walk up to walls and admire the depth — there was color on color, but all the same color. I really feel that you feel that. The backgrounds are little bit dark, there’s a fall-off to them, and the light catches them because there’s so much texture. It was such pleasure to light, because I want to feel that depth in darkness.
I stole a term that exists in the 3-D world: They call it “volumetric lighting.” I wanted layers in the light. I saw (Morano’s feature) “Meadowland,” so I knew Reed really liked atmosphere. I wanted textured light layers, to go with the layer’s of Julie’s background and the layers of the costumes.
I want you to feel the light coming from the outside, so it’s based in a reality, but it’s a hyperreality. I used Df-50 to put a lot of atmosphere in the air, with 10K mol beams that create a sharp line then fade away. You can play with how strong that beam of light is based on the angle. Then there’s options of using blinds and other things to play with to create more layers.
Exterior
Watkinson: We knew Gilead had this throwback element. We knew it had to have a certain softness to it to match that otherness. We were always going to use vintage lenses, testing to figure out which ones got us the exterior softness was crucial.
We wanted shallow and soft look for the exterior. The lenses we used were very fast. They were 1.3, 1.4 lens and we would play the daytime shots as wide open as we could to really drop the depth of field.
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We were trying to do anything that put movement in the light. We let light hit the camera — were totally happy for veiling to happen, so the light could hit the lens. Flare was part of the look. Then we’d push color into the blacks and highlights in the grade. We had a power Dit on set, to give it that otherworldliness. We shot on three Arri Alexa Mini, which did a great job with our colors and was perfect for going handheld, but also was 4K, which Hulu demanded.
Editor’s Note: This feature is presented in partnership with Arri, a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of motion picture camera, digital intermediate (Di) and lighting equipment. Founded by two filmmakers 100 years ago, Arri and its engineers have been recognized by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for contributions to the industry with 19 Scientific and Technical Awards. Click here for more about Arri.
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Morano and Watkinson explain how they achieved the show’s unique look.
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Compositions
Watkinson: Reed had a very specific directorial look book with very clear indications of which way she wanted to go, and how we were going to separate the worlds with compositional and shooting style.
Morano: I didn’t want it feel like a period piece. That was my fear with the costumes and everything. I pushed very hard that all the uniforms in Gilead had modern elements to them. Period would defeat the purpose. There are women in the world who experience these things today, and this story is a warning it could happen here just like that. It needed to be and feel other.”
Watkinson: Gilead was going to be incredibly formal, tableau-like compositions with a very considered static camera, the camera only moved when it was deemed to moved. Tableau, Kubrick-esque type frame is what Reed asked for, but with off framing, lots of headroom, and sometime asymmetrical as well.
The flashbacks were to be what Reed called “cinema verite” — a very visceral type of camerawork, to really put you in the moment. We wanted the flashbacks to feel as real as possible. The reason being even though they are flashbacks in the story, you are looking at today in the world and we wanted people to feel,”That’s right now.” That’s what I think makes it more horrific as you go along. The world changes so quickly. You’ve got to look up from your phone because tthis could happen quickly and right in front of your face.
A Pov Show
Morano: The book calls for us to be in Lizzy’s [Elizabeth Moss, who plays Offred] head, which sometimes comes with voiceover. Trying to put yourself in someone’s head — how do you visualize that? One of the ways I always thought we’d visualize that was by putting the camera physically closer to her for her close-ups, be on a wider lens because it feels a little bit more uncomfortable and there’s something a little bit more unsettling about that. It makes the audience close the person in much more uncomfortable way.”
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Watkinson: We adopted a particular lens for Offred because being a Pov-type show, we wanted to be inside Offred’s head and make the viewer feel like every nuance Elizabeth made we’d be capturing. They’d be close enough to feel every movement. We were shooting on Canon K-35s for most of the show, but we had a 28mm Zeiss 2.1 that had a perspective that was different on either side of it. It’s very particular. It was her special lens.
Morano’s Handheld
Morano: As a cinematographer myself, I knew to stay out of Colin’s way. I told him, “I’ll treat you better than you are use to being treated by other directors. There is one thing I do want, though.”
Watkinson: In our first interview she broached it right away. “I like to get the camera on my shoulder and operate.”
Morano: Most good operators know you don’t want to do some kind of change while an actor’s delivering lines, but it’s hard to not know what you can get away with if you aren’t the director. If you are directing and you are the one cutting it and telling the story, you can take more risks with the operating.
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Watkinson: There’s a special process going on there. She has unique vision and style. She brings an immediacy and a real feeling with her camera. I tried to get a feel for how and when she’d want to go handheld to access those emotions, and tried to emulate because we’d need to try to copy that with other directors after Reed left.
Interior Depth
Watkinson: I was constantly impressed by [production designer] Julie Berghoff’s paint work. Not only did she have the color right, but the depth of the color she’d create on the walls was amazing. You’d walk up to walls and admire the depth — there was color on color, but all the same color. I really feel that you feel that. The backgrounds are little bit dark, there’s a fall-off to them, and the light catches them because there’s so much texture. It was such pleasure to light, because I want to feel that depth in darkness.
I stole a term that exists in the 3-D world: They call it “volumetric lighting.” I wanted layers in the light. I saw (Morano’s feature) “Meadowland,” so I knew Reed really liked atmosphere. I wanted textured light layers, to go with the layer’s of Julie’s background and the layers of the costumes.
I want you to feel the light coming from the outside, so it’s based in a reality, but it’s a hyperreality. I used Df-50 to put a lot of atmosphere in the air, with 10K mol beams that create a sharp line then fade away. You can play with how strong that beam of light is based on the angle. Then there’s options of using blinds and other things to play with to create more layers.
Exterior
Watkinson: We knew Gilead had this throwback element. We knew it had to have a certain softness to it to match that otherness. We were always going to use vintage lenses, testing to figure out which ones got us the exterior softness was crucial.
We wanted shallow and soft look for the exterior. The lenses we used were very fast. They were 1.3, 1.4 lens and we would play the daytime shots as wide open as we could to really drop the depth of field.
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We were trying to do anything that put movement in the light. We let light hit the camera — were totally happy for veiling to happen, so the light could hit the lens. Flare was part of the look. Then we’d push color into the blacks and highlights in the grade. We had a power Dit on set, to give it that otherworldliness. We shot on three Arri Alexa Mini, which did a great job with our colors and was perfect for going handheld, but also was 4K, which Hulu demanded.
Editor’s Note: This feature is presented in partnership with Arri, a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of motion picture camera, digital intermediate (Di) and lighting equipment. Founded by two filmmakers 100 years ago, Arri and its engineers have been recognized by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for contributions to the industry with 19 Scientific and Technical Awards. Click here for more about Arri.
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