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In the Room April Edition
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Industry Spotlight: Paramount & Skydance Merger Advances The $8 billion merger between Skydance Media and Paramount Global is progressing, with the deal now extended to July 7, 2025, as it awaits FCC approval.
The combined entity, to be named Paramount Skydance Corporation, aims to blend cinematic storytelling with technological innovation. Industry figures like Mark Wahlberg and John Krasinski have expressed support, viewing the merger as a positive development for Hollywood.
Disney’s Snow White Faces Challenges
Disney's live-action Snow White, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, has garnered mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office, grossing $182.2 million against a budget of $240–270 million. Critics praised Zegler's performance but criticized the film's deviations from the original story. The film's performance has led Disney to pause production on its planned live-action Tangled remake.
Jennifer Lopez Shines in Kiss of the Spider Woman
Jennifer Lopez stars in the upcoming musical film Kiss of the Spider Woman, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival to a standing ovation. Directed by Bill Condon, the film also features Diego Luna and Tonatiuh Elizarraraz. Set for a wide release on October 10, 2025, the film is anticipated to be a strong contender in the awards season.
ACE Eddie Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Editing
At the 75th American Cinema Editors (ACE) Eddie Awards, Emilia Pérez won Best Edited Feature Film (Drama), and Wicked took home Best Edited Feature Film (Comedy). Director Jon M. Chu received the Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award, while editors Paul Hirsch and Maysie Hoy were honored with career achievement awards.
Remembering Val Kilmer
Val Kilmer, renowned for roles in The Prince of Egypt, Batman Forever, and Top Gun, passed away on April 1 at the age of 65. His contributions to film and voice acting left a lasting impact on the industry.
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