NYWIFT Recap: TV Pitch Fest
Thirty-six participants. Nine networks. Three hours. On December 4, NYWIFT brought together talented writers, producers, and directors with network and development executives for its first TV pitch fest. These hopefuls presented their dream projects: scripted series, children shows, game shows, documentary films, and yes, the ever-evolving reality TV. They gained rare access to industry insiders to pitch their...
READ MOREWebisodes Not to Miss: ‘Christine’ on YouTube’s WIGS
With web series’ titles like Blue, Susanna, and Paloma, YouTube’s WIGS Channel has carved out a space for interesting stories about women while giving female stars underexposed in TV and film a chance to shine. Blue, the most acclaimed title from the channel, stars Julia Stiles, while other series feature such talent as Maggie Grace, Grace Gummer,...
READ MORE2013 Muse Awards: Who Brought the Wine?
Image via freixenetusa.com. While we were sipping our glasses of wine and champagne at Thursday’s Muse Awards, we had Freixenet USA Inc to thank for the lively libations. This was the 21st year the Spain-based and family-run company has made this contribution — making Freixenet the longest in-kind sponsor of the event. And it’s all because Miriam Stern, a NYWIFT...
READ MOREWeekly Film & TV News Roundup
Illustration by Luci Gutierrez. Top 100 power women in entertainment and how they succeed. SNL is doing what?! This is really happening? An impressive list of the Most Iconic Feminist Moments of 2013. Roger Ebert’s widow Chaz Ebert dedicates a week to female content. Two thumbs up! It’s the most wonderful (not perfect) time of the year! Meet Tiffani Shlain, writer, director…creator of the Webby...
READ MORENancy Malone Honored by NYWIFT’s 2013 Muse Awards
Nancy Malone was honored at Thursday’s Muse Awards, receiving the Loreen Arbus Award for Those Who Take Action and Effect Change. The Emmy winner was unable to attend the event. Fourteen-year-old Skarlee Roberts, a mentee of Malone’s, accepted the honor on her behalf. Roberts’ poise at the podium and word-perfect delivery wowed the crowd of 1,500. The Muse honorees, which included Ellen...
READ MOREMuse Awards 2013: Photo & Video Recap
On the red carpet with NYWIFT Muse Awards honorees (L-R) Robin Wright, Ellen Barkin, Frances Berwick, and Sonia Manzano, along with hosts (far left and right) Wendy Williams and Andy Cohen (photo credit @nywift). Not pictured is Nancy Malone, who won the Loreen Arbus Award. https://vine.co/v/h2AEPjiDanB/embed/simple Nashville, American Horror Story, and Friday Night Lights star Connie Britton...
READ MOREwendyshow: Had fun co-hosting the @NYWIFT Muse Awards today with @Andy. We’re honoring so many amazing women! @ellenbarkin @soniammanzano @realrobinwright, Connie Britton, Frances Berwick, & Nancy Malone. #Muse2013 #MuseAwards A huge thank you to our hosts with the most: Wendy Williams and Andy Cohen. More 2013 Muse Awards photos, video, and recaps coming soon!
READ MOREwendyshow: Had fun co-hosting the @NYWIFT Muse Awards today with @Andy. We’re honoring so many amazing women! @ellenbarkin @soniammanzano @realrobinwright, Connie Britton, Frances Berwick, & Nancy Malone. #Muse2013 #MuseAwards A huge thank you to our hosts with the most: Wendy Williams and Andy Cohen. More 2013 Muse Awards photos, video, and recaps coming soon!
READ MOREwendyshow: Had fun co-hosting the @NYWIFT Muse Awards today with @Andy. We’re honoring so many amazing women! @ellenbarkin @soniammanzano @realrobinwright, Connie Britton, Frances Berwick, & Nancy Malone. #Muse2013 #MuseAwards A huge thank you to our hosts with the most: Wendy Williams and Andy Cohen. More 2013 Muse Awards photos, video, and recaps coming soon!
READ MOREwendyshow: Had fun co-hosting the @NYWIFT Muse Awards today with @Andy. We’re honoring so many amazing women! @ellenbarkin @soniammanzano @realrobinwright, Connie Britton, Frances Berwick, & Nancy Malone. #Muse2013 #MuseAwards A huge thank you to our hosts with the most: Wendy Williams and Andy Cohen. More 2013 Muse Awards photos, video, and recaps coming soon!
READ MORENotes from a Screenreader: Your Tenth Idea
Photo via Go Into the Story. No amount of technique can make up for a weak story. Weak stories are bland and predictable; they treat familiar themes and conflicts in familiar ways. They feel recycled. A fresh and original take on your story does 75% of the work for you. Give or take. To put the...
READ MORERoad to Muse: Honoree Sonia Manzano
As Maria on Sesame Street, Sonia Manzano has been a part of millions of children’s and parents’ lives. Manzano joined the show in 1971, and eventually began writing scripts for the series—receiving 15 Emmys as part of the show’s writing staff. She has also performed on the New York stage in The Vagina Monologues and...
READ MORERoad to Muse: Honoree Ellen Barkin
Ellen Barkin in Another Happy Day (2011), which she also produced. Ellen Barkin has a diverse body of work spanning theater, film, and television. The Bronx native has appeared in over 50 films, including Ocean’s 13, Sea of Love, The Big Easy, and Diner, which served as her film debut. She received a Tony award in 2011 for her performance in The Normal Heart,...
READ MORETerry’s Picks: December 9, 2013
GEARING UP FOR: our biggest awards yet! The 2013 Muse Awards will be hosted by friends and TV stars Andy Cohen & Wendy Williams, and will honor actors Ellen Barkin, Connie Britton, and Robin Wright, actor and writer Sonia Manzano, Bravo and Oxygen Media President Frances Berwick, and director, producer, and writer Nancy Malone. Stay tuned all...
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