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Ari EmanuelVOICEOVER
Commentary: Although far from an exact science, chemistry will be key to WMA-Endeavor's success
There are many ticklish issues surrounding what might be one of this decade's most intriguing mergers -- the union of WMA-Endeavor, which is expected to be announced imminently -- writes ELIZABETH GUIDER. » Quick Read | » More
Paul BlartTAKE TWO
Commentary: What makes a boxoffice sensation? This year, it goes without explanation
Amid the torrent of bad financial news that rained down during the first quarter of 2009, one of the few genuine "glimmers of hope" has been the local multiplex, writes GREGG KILDAY. » Quick Read | » More
James TobackFILMMAKER FOCUS
'Tyson' is knockout look at boxer on ropes
The old line about "if only we could see ourselves as others see us" comes to mind watching "Tyson," James Toback's knockout documentary about legendary heavyweight boxing champ and convicted rapist Mike Tyson, writes MARTIN A. GROVE. » Quick Read | » More
The Cayman IslandsON LOCATION
Commentary: A trade show thrives as recession, competition supply the incentives
Just when you thought the tax-incentive game had peaked or the recession had made governments queasy about jumping into the film and television business, a new round of enticements are coming to the fore. » Quick Read | » More
"Battlestar Galactica"INSIDE THE BOX
Commentary: A space odyssey to keep an eye on: SyFy without 'Battlestar' at the helm
With "Battlestar Galactica" gone, the question for Sci Fi becomes: What now? writes JAMES HIBBERD. » Quick Read | » More
Harrison Ford, Jennifer Lopez, Michael Jackson and Britney Spears are among Paul Tweed's clientsSHARPER PICTURE
Commentary: Heavyweight Irish lawyer picks fight with pending U.S. libel legislation
It might be that a soft-spoken and unassuming lawyer from Northern Ireland's current course of action could save celebrities their money and dignity one day, writes STEVE BRENNAN. » Quick Read | » More
WolverineTHR ESQUIRE
Commentary: Not talking about film piracy doesn't make it any less a problem
Without help from THR or any other global media, film piracy has long since moved from the shadows to the mainstream, writes MATTHEW BELLONI. » Quick Read | » More
MoneyFOLLOW THE MONEY
Commentary: Tech stocks shine in Q1
Most traditional media stocks were cold in the just-ended, exceedingly volatile first quarter, but new media was surprisingly hot, writes PAUL BOND. » Quick Read | » More
WatchmenSTREET TALK
Commentary: Boxoffice success offers intriguing twist, but the ending could be a letdown
Sure, the boxoffice went gangbusters during the first quarter of 2009, but don't be fooled as earnings season approaches for media and entertainment conglomerates, writes GEORG SZALAI. » Quick Read | » More
The Cayman IslandsPOSTCARD
Commentary: A trade show thrives as recession, competition supply the incentives
Just when you thought the tax-incentive game had peaked or the recession had made governments queasy about jumping into the film and television business, a new round of enticements are coming to the fore. » Quick Read | » More
Finian's RainbowRAMBLING REPORTER
Commentary: 'Rainbow' makes a welcome arc from 'Encores!' series to Broadway
The strongest word-of-mouth wafting through New York is for the recent "Encores!" resurrection of "Finian's Rainbow," writes ROBERT OSBORNE. » Quick Read | » More

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