Apple TV+ recently unveiled the trailer for ‘Dope Thief,’ its new, eight-episode crime drama executive produced by Academy Award-nominee Ridley Scott, who also directs the first episode, created and executive produced by Academy Award-nominee Peter Craig, and starring Academy, Emmy and Tony Award-nominee Brian Tyree Henry, who also serves as executive producer. ‘Dope Thief” makes its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Friday, March 14, 2025 followed by new episodes every Friday through April 25.
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‘Dope Thief’ Synopsis
Based on Dennis Tafoya’s book of the same name, the series follows long-time Philly friends and delinquents who pose as DEA agents to rob an unknown house in the countryside, only to have their small-time grift become a life-and-death enterprise, as they unwittingly reveal and unravel the biggest hidden narcotics corridor on the Eastern seaboard. Filming for Dope Thief took place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania early February 2023. The city’s urban landscape, historical architecture, and gritty atmosphere make it the ideal filming location for the high-stakes crime drama.
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Cast Line-up
The ensemble cast starring alongside Henry includes Wagner Moura, Marin Ireland, Kate Mulgrew, Nesta Cooper, Amir Arison, Dustin Nguyen, and Golden Globe-winner Ving Rhames.
‘Dope Thief’ hails from Apple Studios, and is a Scott Free Production. The series is executive produced by Craig alongside Scott, as well as David W. Zucker, Richard Heus, Henry, Jordan Sheehan, Clayton Krueger and Jennifer Wiley-Moxley.
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 550 wins and 2,554 nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
About Apple TV+
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Colman Domingo ‘Sing Sing’, Danielle Deadwyler ‘The Piano Lesson’, and ‘The Wild Robot,’ were among the winners this year!
Photo Cred: Arnold Turner/Eclipse Content
The 16th Annual African American Film Critics Association Awards (AAFCA) ceremony was held on February 19, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel. The venue was filled with AAFCA winners, Oscar nominees, honorees and many more. It was a lively room filled with talented actors, actresses, producers, directors and creatives Yes, it’s true — Tyler Perry made a grand appearance to honor Ambassador Nicole Avant, Former US Ambassador, political activist, producer ‘The Six Triple Eight’ and ‘The Black Godfather’ and 2025 honoree of the Beacon Award. Tyler Perry gave a heartfelt, memorable tribute to a legendary trailblazer (Nicole Avant)! This year’s ceremony was hosted by Amber Ruffin, comedian, writer and actress who hosted her own late-night talk show titled The Amber Ruffin Show on Peacock. Ruffin is also known for her work for Late Night with Seth Meyers and it’s safe to say Amber Ruffin kept the audience engaged with her electric energy jokes around DEI rollbacks, Beyonce’ Cowboy Carter concert tickets, egg prices nowadays and so much more.
“We’re going to be more than alright,” Ruffin expressed. “We create in spite of. We love to tell our stories in spite of. We excel in spite of, and tonight we celebrate with each other in spite of.”
Photo Cred: Arnold Turner/Eclipse Content
Other attendees were Nicole Avant, RaMell Ross, Malcolm Washington and more were honored. Winners Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Colman Domingo, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Ethan Herisse, Brandon Wilson, Danielle Deadwyler, Kris Bowers, Ray Fisher, Greg Kweder, Clint Bentley, and Clarence Maclin were in attendance to accept their awards alongside AAFCA President and Co-Founder Gil Robertson, who presided over the event. Additional attendees included Ted Sarandos, Tyler Perry, Questlove, Lynn Whitfield, Kym Whitley, Tyler Lepley, Robert Ri’chard, Kat Graham, and more. AAFCA proudly included and honored first responders as special guests at this year’s ceremony in honor of their heroic efforts.
As for the red carpet, Latasha M. Ford of course graced the carpet interviewing AAFCA winners, honorees and many more. The energy on the carpet was electric, to say the least.
Check out some of the red-carpet interviews below:
Colman Domingo ‘Sing Sing’ won for Best Actor, Marianne Jean-Baptiste ‘Hard Truths’ won for Best Actress, Danielle Deadwyler ‘The Piano Lesson’ won for Best Supporting Actress. Below is the complete list of winners:
Best Actor: Colman Domingo ‘Sing Sing’
Best Actress: Marianne Jean-Baptiste ‘Hard Truths’
Best Supporting Actor: Clarence Maclin ‘Sing Sing’
Best Supporting Actress: Danielle Deadwyler ‘The Piano Lesson’
Best Ensemble: ‘The Piano Lesson’
Best Original Score: Kris Bowers ‘The Wild Robot’
Best Original Song: Andra Day, Cassandra Batie & Jherek Bischoff (Bricks) ‘Exhibiting Forgiveness’
Best Screenplay: Clint Bentley, Greg Kwedar ‘Sing Sing’
Best Documentary: Daughters (Netflix) and Dahomey (Mubi)
Best Animated Feature: ‘The Wild Robot’
Best International Film: ‘Emilia Pérez’
Best Independent Feature: ‘She Taught Love’
Beacon Award: Nicole Avant
Emerging Director Award: Malcolm Washington ‘The Piano Lesson’
Breakout Performance Award: Ray Fisher ‘The Piano Lesson’
Spotlight Award: RaMell Ross ‘The Nickel Boys’
Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell ‘Wicked’
Photo Cred: Arnold Turner/Eclipse Content
About AAFCA Established in 2003, AAFCA is the premier body of Black film critics in the world, actively reviewing film and television, with a particular emphasis on entertainment highlighting the Black experience in the US and throughout the rest of the African Diaspora. For more information on AAFCA and its programs visit http://AAFCA.com.
The Pan African Film Festival has been an eventful movement celebrating filmmakers, creatives and many more in media and entertainment. The theme for PAFF 2025 was ‘DREAM BEYOND!’
The Pan African Film Festival Awards Brunch was held on Monday, February 17, 025 in Los Angeles, California at the Palm Sophia Rooftop. The Awards Brunch was hosted by Actress, Essence Atkins with many celebrities present throughout the venue. Apple TV+ partnered with PAFF honoring ‘Severance’ star Tramell Tillman with the ‘Star on the Rise’ Award. Latasha M. Ford was on the red carpet to chat with Tramell Tillman, future filmmakers and many more. Tramell Tillman’s interview highlights his gratitude towards Apple TV+ embracing the project, the importance of positive black representation in media and the arts, and his role in a project that is helping to shine a spotlight on black creatives. Tramell Tillman (Seth Milchick)reflects on the significance of ‘Severance’, the support he has received from the Black community, and the need to continue uplifting and amplifying black voices. Check out the full red-carpet interview here (video):Tramell Tillman, Actor ‘Severance’ Rise on the Star Award Recipient
“It’s an uphill battle for us, and I’m glad to be a part of the Rights Act history.”
Photo Cred: Latasha M. Ford
Full Interview Transcript Below
Latasha M. Ford:
Tramell, first off, congratulations and I do mean a huge congrats! You’re being awarded today with the ‘Star on the Rise’ award. What’s going through your mind right now? How are you feeling?
Tramell Tillman:
Honored, greatly honored. To be present, a part of a festival, a movement that is focusing on black representation, positive representation. It’s an uphill battle for us, and I’m glad to be a part of the Rights Act history.
Latasha M. Ford:
Would you have ever imagined this project, this series being the one that did it for you? You’ve been a part of many projects, and it’s not lost on me at all, but this is huge ‘Severance’ … this is a huge role.
Tramell Tillman:
It is. I think it speaks to the brilliance of the project. It speaks to the passion of the people that have embraced it. I’m so glad that Apple TV+ has embraced it. I’m so glad my community has embraced this show and I’m looking forward to more. It’s an honor.
Latasha M. Ford:
Why do you feel like it’s so important to continue to shine the spotlight on Black creatives? Black storytelling, Black films, Black series and Black projects and Black actors such as yourself?
Tramell Tillman:
We need our black creatives. They are an integral part of our storytelling, part of our American history. We would not exist without them. So anything that I can do, anything this program can do to help shine a light on them and uplift them and support them, it’s vital. Because without it, you’re silenced, and then that means we’re silenced as well.
Latasha M. Ford:
I couldn’t agree with that more. Before I let you go, because I know you have to get out of this sun, speaking of silence and not being silent as a black man, when you step into those rooms, when you sit at those tables and you’re asking for and demanding what it is you deserve, what you’ve earned and what you’ve worked for, how do you maintain and hold onto your boldness when it comes to your asks?
Tramell Tillman:
I have to lean on the people that have gone before me and more specifically my own family. My grandfather and grandmother were instrumental in the integration of public schools in Petersburg, Virginia. They did not back down. They traveled the country to ensure that people had the right to vote and made sure that black people went out and voted every election. So that’s the stock that I come from, and when I’m tapping into that, I’m tapping into that. That can’t back down because not only is it a denial of my history, but it’s a denial of myself.
Latasha M. Ford:
How are you going to celebrate today’s honor?
Tramell Tillman:
I’m going to bask in this sun. I wanna eat some good food. And listen to some good music and get to know these wonderful people that are part of this film festival. I’m just going to take it all in.
Latasha M. Ford:
Tramell, I promise I’m about to let you go but if I’m not mistaken. You are currently juggling Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning, as well as another project, and of course the Apple TV+ series Severance. How are you maintaining a healthy balance with all of this work that you have on your hands?
Tramell Tillman:
Lots of prayer! yeah, it’s important to take care of the temple and I also am blessed to have a wonderful community of people that believe in me, that support me and push me even when I feel that I can’t do it.
Latasha M. Ford:
Thank you so much for chatting with me. I really appreciate it. Congratulations on today’s honor. Thank you and cheers to many more to come.
Tramell Tillman:
Absolutely.
Photo Cred: Getty Images
‘Severance’ Synopsis
Emmy award winning thrilling series ‘Severance’ is nothing short of complexity! A complex corporate conspiracy full of scientific advancements, and what many would perceive to be boring desk jobs and interesting Lumon employees. Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives; when a mysterious colleague appears outside of work, it begins a journey to discover the truth about their jobs and themselves.
Photo Cred: Getty Images
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognition faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 537 wins and 2,530 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
About Pan African Film & Arts Festival
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is one of the longest-running and most respected cultural events dedicated to showcasing the artistic achievements of the Black and African diaspora. Since its inception, PAFF has provided a dynamic platform for filmmakers, artists, and performers to share their stories, celebrate their heritage, and inspire audiences through powerful and thought-provoking works. More at paff.org.
The 29th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards ceremony was held on February 15, 2025, in Los Angeles, California at the InterContinental Hotel. The venue was filled with brilliance and some of the best behind-the-scenes experts in cinema. Latasha M. Ford, of course graced the red carpet to chat with nominees, honorees and many more. The energy on the carpet was electric, to say the least.
Check out some of the red-carpet interviews below:
Actress and Comedian, Rachael Harris hosted last night’s ceremony, with presenters including Garret Dillahunt, Peter Facinelli, Ron Funches, Eve Harlow, Samantha Hanratty, Vella Lovell, Al Madrigal, Joe Manganiello, Skye P. Marshall, Lamorne Morris, Jason Ritter, Devon Sawa, Kurtwood Smith, Michael Urie and Jessica Williams. A portion of the proceeds from the awards will be donated to disaster relief efforts benefiting behind-the-camera workers in the entertainment industry whom were impacted by the recent wildfires. The Art Directors Guild Awards was proud to be sponsored by Presenting Level: Sweetwater / NEP Live Events; Premier Level: Astek Wallcoverings, CushLight, Dazian; Diamond Level: Goodnight & Co.; Platinum Level: Interior Design Solutions (Belbien), Worldwide Production Agency (WPA); Gold Level: Epic Games | Unreal Engine.
Photo Cred: Focus Features
The Full Winners List
Wicked won for Fantasy Feature Film, Nosferatu won for Period Feature Film, Conclave won for Contemporary Feature Film and The Wild Robot won for Animated Feature Film and TV winners included Shōgun, The Penguin, Fallout, Squid Game, SNL, Frasier and What We Do in the Shadows. Below is the complete list of winners:
FANTASY FEATURE FILM
Wicked Production Designer: Nathan Crowley
ONE-HOUR FANTASY SINGLE-CAMERA TV SERIES Fallout: “The End” Production Designer: Howard Cummings
TV LIMITED SERIES The Penguin Production Designer: Kalina Ivanov
PERIOD FEATURE FILM Nosferatu Production Designer: Craig Lathrop
ONE-HOUR PERIOD SINGLE-CAMERA TV SERIES Shōgun: “Anjin” Production Designer: Helen Jarvis
VARIETY SPECIAL Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic Production Designers: James Yarnell, Steve Morden
VARIETY OR REALITY TV SERIES Saturday Night Live: “Host: Ariana Grande, Musical Guest: Stevie Nicks” Production Designers: Akira Yoshimura, Keith Ian Raywood, N. Joseph De Tullio
HALF HOUR SINGLE-CAMERA TV SERIES What We Do in the Shadows: “Headhunting” Production Designer: Shayne Fox
MULTI-CAMERA TV SERIES Frasier: “All About Eve” Production Designer: Glenda Rovello
TELEVISION MOVIE Unfrosted Production Designer: Clayton Hartley
ANIMATED FEATURE FILM The Wild Robot Production Designer: Raymond Zibach
COMMERCIALS Apple Pay: “Plates” Production Designer: François Audouy
MUSIC VIDEOS Kendrick Lamar: “Not Like Us” Production Designer: Freyja Bardell
CONTEMPORARY FEATURE FILM Conclave Production Designer: Suzie Davies
ONE-HOUR CONTEMPORARY SINGLE-CAMERA TV SERIES Squid Game: “Six Legs,” “O X” Production Designer: Chae Kyoung-sun
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2025 ‘Lifetime of Achievement’ and Cinematic Imagery Award Recipients
The Art Directors Guild acknowledged the astounding work of four art department icons: J. Dennis Washington, Production Designer; Dan Sweetman, Storyboard Artist; Barbara Mesney, Set Designer; Lisa Frazza, Scenic Artist. The industry veterans received Lifetime of Achievement Awards, and the Oscar award-winning Carl Jules Weyl was inducted into the Art Directors Guild Hall of Fame. Jason Reitman ‘Saturday Night’ director was honored with the 2025 Cinematic Imagery Award at the 29th Annual awards ceremony.
“Between script and screen, a director must navigate twenty crafts and art forms. My movies stand on the shoulders of brilliant artists including the production designers Jess Gonchor, Francois Audouy, Kevin Thompson, and Steve Saklad,” says Reitman. “Without these designers, art directors, set decorators and teams of craftspeople who work endless hours, my dreams would never be realized. I’m beyond honored to receive this award from the ADG, and I am eternally grateful to its members.”
In Memoriam Segment
This year’s In Memoriam segment paid great tribute to the Alber Obieson, Stella “Elle” Boyd, Hubert “Hub” Braden, Raymond Chan, Aric J. Lasher, Dahl Delu, Michael Epstein, Nicholas Murphy, Coulter McAuslanfd, Richard Owen and William “Bill” Waxler.
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is set to cap off its 33rd annual celebration of Black storytelling with its Filmmaker Awards Brunch, presented by Apple TV+, honoring Tramell Tillman ‘Severance’ with the coveted ‘Star on the Rise’ Award. The award will be presented on President’s Day, Monday, February 17, at 11am PT at The Palm Sophia in Culver City.
The PAFF Filmmaker Awards Brunch serves as the grand finale to the festival, celebrating the best in global Black cinema. The event will unveil the winners of PAFF’s jury and audience-selected films, alongside the festival’s Executive Awards, recognizing industry pioneers and emerging voices who are shaping the future of film.
Tramell Tillman is set to be honored at The Pan African Film Festival’s (PAFF) upcoming Filmmaker Awards Brunch. Tillman will be awarded the Star on the Rise Award.
About Tramell Tillman Tramell Tillman has gained widespread recognition for his compelling performance in Apple TV+’s hit series “Severance,” now airing its second season with new episodes premiering every Friday. Tillman has captivated audiences with his layered and haunting portrayal of Milchick. As a rising star in Hollywood, Tillman’s talent and dedication to his craft make him a natural choice for this year’s “Star on the Rise” honor.
“We are thrilled to celebrate Tramell Tillman, whose performance in Apple’s Severance has made him one of the most exciting talents to watch,” said Oduduwa Olatunji, PAFF Executive Director. “As PAFF continues its mission to uplift and amplify Black creatives, we are proud to recognize artists like Tramell, who are redefining the industry.”
The PAFF Filmmaker Awards Brunch is an invite-only event attended by industry insiders, filmmakers, and festival participants. The brunch is the festival’s culminating moment, spotlighting cinematic excellence and the next wave of Black talent.
About Pan African Film & Arts Festival
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is one of the longest-running and most respected cultural events dedicated to showcasing the artistic achievements of the Black and African diaspora. Since its inception, PAFF has provided a dynamic platform for filmmakers, artists, and performers to share their stories, celebrate their heritage, and inspire audiences through powerful and thought-provoking works. More at paff.org.
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognition faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 537 wins and 2,530 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
What is ‘Deli Boys’ bringing to the big screen in March? Well, after their deli-tycoon father suddenly dies, Raj and Mir Dar, a pair of spoiled Pakistani American brothers, lose everything and find out that their Baba was more drug lord than corporate magnate. The freaked-out boys are ushered kicking and screaming (literally) into the underworld by their Lucky Auntie and her nemesis Ahmad Uncle. As Raj and Mir fumble from one ridiculous catastrophe to the next, every move they make is life or death. Because when your trust fund is gone, so is the luxury of screwing up.
Check out the official trailer for Hulu’s upcoming half-hour comedy series, “Deli Boys” here: TRAILER
Cast, Showrunner, Producers and more!
As for the casts line-up Asif Ali as “Mir”, Saagar Shaikh as “Raj”, Poorna Jagannathan as “Lucky”, Alfie Fuller as “Prairie”, Brian George as “Ahmad” will bring the action in each of the half-hour episodes.The 10-episode series was created by Abdullah Saeed and developed by Jenni Konner and Nora Silver under Jenni Konner Productions. Michelle Nader, who also serves as showrunner, is an executive producer alongside Saeed, Konner and Silver. Nisha Ganatra is executive producer and director on the pilot, with Vali Chandrasekaran as a non-writing executive producer on the pilot. The series hails from Onyx Collective and is produced by 20th Television.
About Onyx Collective
Onyx Collective is a premium content brand under Disney Entertainment Television, with programming exclusively available to stream on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally. Onyx Collective curates globally entertaining stories by creators of color and underrepresented voices, all with a culturally specific point of view.
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‘Carême’ follows the thrilling story of the world’s first celebrity chef, Antonin Carême (Voisin), who rose from humble beginnings in Paris to the height of culinary stardom in Napoleon’s Europe. While he dreams only of becoming the most famous chef in the world, his talent and ambitions attract the attention of renowned and powerful politicians who use him as a spy for France. Determined to escape poverty and fulfill his dream, Carême can choose revenge, or he can have it all — women, wealth, fame — but at what cost? His love? His soul? His life?
‘Carême’ will make its global debut on Apple TV+ on April 30, 2025 with the first two episodes, followed by one episode weekly every Wednesday through June 11, 2025.
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Who and what to expect?
The French-language drama inspired by the book “Cooking for Kings: The Life of Antonin Carême, the First Celebrity Chef” by multi-award-winning historian and actor Ian Kelly (“The King’s Man”), “Carême” is created by Kelly and Davide Serino (“The Bad Guy,” “M. Son of the Century,” “Esterno notte”).
‘Carême’ is executive produced by Vanessa van Zuylen with VVZ Production and Dominique Farrugia with Banijay’s Shine Fiction will star César Award winner Benjamin Voisin (“Lost Illusions,” “Summer of 85”), César Award nominee Jérémie Renier (“My Way,” “Saint Laurent”), César Award winner Lyna Khoudri (“Papicha,” “November”) and Alice Da Luz (“Hanami,” “And the Party Goes On”). The series is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Martin Bourboulon (“Les Trois Mousquetaires: D’Artagnan,” “Eiffel”).
The series is the latest in French programming from Apple TV+. Other titles include “La Maison,” where high fashion meets high drama in a behind-the-curtain look at an iconic French haute couture house, starring Lambert Wilson and Carole Bouquet; “Liaison,” a high-stakes, contemporary thriller exploring how the mistakes of our past have the potential to destroy our future, starring Vincent Cassel and Eva Green; the recently renewed multilingual French-Japanese drama “Drops of God,” inspired by the bestselling manga from award winners Tadashi Agi and Shu Okimoto, starring Fleur Geffrier and Tomohisa Yamashita; and newly announced thriller “A l’ombre des forêts,” starring Benoît Magimel and Mélanie Laurent.
Photo Cred: Apple TV+
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all of a user’s favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 538 wins and 2,553 nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
Photo Cred: Apple TV+
About Apple TV+
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Emily Brundige, creator of Apple TV+’s animated series ‘GOLDIE’
I had the pleasure of speaking with Emily Brundige, creator of ‘Goldie’ the series during an exclusive interview. Watch the full interview above!
About Emily Brundige
Emily is a writer/creator/showrunner for animation with more than a decade of experience. Shut Up! cartoons series Pubertinaon YouTube marked the start of Emily’s career and since her portfolio has continued to vastly expand. Emily Brundige has developed and written shows for Disney, Fox ADHD, Warner Bros., Cartoon Network, Silvergate Media, Nickelodeon, and developed Harvey Girls Forever! for Dreamworks TV/Netflix. She also voiced the character of Sara in the Emmy award-winning Cartoon Network mini-series Over the Garden Wall, winning her a BTVA People’s Choice Voice Acting Award along with the rest of the cast. Additionally, Emily served as Story Editor on S3 of the Annie and Emmy-award-winning series Hilda for Silvergate/Netlix, created by Luke Pearson, and has also recently served as Head Writer on Big Nate, a Nickelodeon/Paramount+ animated series based on the books of Lincoln Peirce.
‘Goldie’ the 13-episode animated series premieres on Apple TV+ on February 14. This multi-layered series unveils many relatable storylines, experiences and friendship dynamics in such profound positive ways. While ‘Goldie’ is an animated series for children, parents can also join in and enjoy.
Photo Cred: Apple TV+
About ‘Goldie’
During the interview Emily shares her passion for animation and strong love for children – making mention of her beautiful 6-year-old daughter (who would say she’s 6-and a half) given the opportunity. Ha, ha! Emily shared her inspiration behind the series and the fact she always had great intentions of pitching the show. ‘Goldie’ is not only a multilayered adaptation, but also a series filled with much diversity. When asked “Did your 2019 award-win for ‘Goldie’ the short have any correlation behind creating a series versus of ‘Goldie’ story”? Emily answered, “Yes.” In addition to how grateful she was to have worked with Apple TV+ on this special project. Emily also delved into what she’d like for not only children but also parents to peel away from the series and let’s just say encouragement and uplifting were just to name a few. In addition to the impressive guest star line-up that was discussed. Emily was transparent in sharing, some of her guest stars took her by surprise as she didn’t believe she would be able to work with them on this project. One guest star being Henry Wrinkler, who Emily shared is one of the kindest humans on earth and so easy to work with.
Emily has a forthcoming e-book entitled ‘A Guide to Developing Animated Shows’ so stay tuned for more and check out the exclusive chat above!
Photo Cred: Apple TV+
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognition faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 537 wins and 2,530 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
Amy Schumer has received the key to open the festival with an exclusive stand-up special event
Photo Cred: John Russo
SeriesFest: All You Need To Know
SeriesFest, the annual international TV festival that celebrates emerging talent, breakout series, and fresh voices in the television industry, will kick off its 11th season with a one-night-only performance by comedian Amy Schumer at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The stand-up special event on Tuesday, April 29 will also feature additional performers to be announced at a later date, and launch the six-day gathering of artists, storytellers, and industry professionals in Denver, Colorado.
About SeriesFest
SeriesFest is a non-profit organization that champions and empowers artists at the forefront of episodic storytelling by providing year-round opportunities for creators and industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and share stories, which inspire and impact global audiences.
Each spring, SeriesFest culminates in a highly curated and celebrated Denver-based festival and marketplace. Dedicated to showcasing innovative episodic content, the annual festival includes in-competition independent pilot screenings, panels, workshops, live reads, parties, network television premieres, an additional wide array of programs including scripted, unscripted and late-night pilot competitions, exclusive screenings and galas, such as the SeriesFest Soiree.
About Amy Schumer
Amy Schumer is a Golden Globe, Tony and Grammy nominated standup comedian, actress, writer, producer, activist, and director. Her most recent projects include critically acclaimed series from Hulu’s Life & Beth Season 2 which Schumer stars in, created, wrote, and directed and the Golden Globe nominated Netflix comedy special, AMY SCHUMER: EMERGENCY CONTACT.
Among her many projects, Schumer is also the creator, star, writer and executive producer of the award-winning INSIDE AMY SCHUMER the popular Comedy Central television series, which premiered in April 2013 to the network’s highest season premiere ratings of that year. INSIDE AMY SCHUMER won the 2015 Writers Guild Award for Best Comedy/Variety Sketch series. In 2015, the show was honored with the first-ever Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Sketch Variety Series. Schumer was also nominated for Outstanding Directing for a Variety Series and Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series. Schumer received honors for Individual Achievement in Comedy and Outstanding Achievement in Comedy from the Television Critics Association in 2015. Additionally, she was awarded the 2015 Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series. Among the show’s many accolades, it also received the prestigious Peabody Award in 2014.
What’s the latest with Amy Schumer?
Schumer will be starring in the Netflix Comedy ‘Kinda Pregnant’ alongside Will Forte and Jillian Bell with more in the works.
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SeriesFest Sponsors and Support
Canva, Once Upon A Time Productions, Liberty Global, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, Denver Film, Caz Matthews, Xfinity, and United Airlines, along with generous support from the SCFD.
Everything you need to know about ‘St. Denis Medical’ on NBC
Yes! NBC did the damn thang with a Season 2 renewal of the hilarious freshman comedy ‘St. Denis Medical’. The show made its return on January 14 and after after becoming a streaming success within a short timespan. As of recently, the mockumentary-style sitcom was the top new show of the 2024-2025 season and has reached more than 21.4 million viewers with season 2 underway. If you’ve yet to tap into this hilarious series — what could you possibly be waiting on? That’s a serious question.
Here’s how to watch:
‘St. Denis Medical’ episodes are currently streaming on Peacock TV with new episodes airing on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Keep in mind, episodes are available on Peacock TV the next day if you’re not a Tuesday TV-lover.
The cast line-up
‘St. Denis Medical’ brings hospital hijinx, adventurous energy and hilarious vibes that you will continue to see throughout Season 2. The series, co-created by former Superstore bigwigs Justin Spitzer and Eric Ledgin, stars Wendi McLendon-Covey, David Alan Grier, Allison Tolman, Josh Lawson, Kahyun Kim, Mekki Leeper and Kaliko Kauahi. Yes, all are expected to reprise their roles in the forthcoming Season 2.
The depth of ‘St. Denis Medical’ on NBC and what the mockumentary-style sitcom is all about?
The hysterical sitcom is about the employees of an underfunded and understaffed hospital in Oregon. Alike real-life medical professionals, characters come to work every day with intentions of doing their very best to help people while also trying to remain sane. Throughout the workday there’s tons of laughter and each episode will have you giggling with the cast. Simply a binge-worthy show.
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