Gkids will bring the 1997 animated feature “End of Evangelion” to select theaters for event screenings on March 17 and 20, marking the first time the film has been shown in theaters in North America. It will screen in Japanese with English subtitles.
Created by Hideaki Anno, the “Neon Genesis Evangelion” TV series has become a global phenomenon since its 1995 premiere in Japan.
The “End of Evangelion” movie was created as an alternative ending to the TV series, remaking the final two episodes.
Gkids released the original 26 episode TV series in 2022, as well as the films “Evangelion: Death (True)2 and “The End of Evangelion” on Blu-ray and digital download in North America. Gkids also released the final installment of the new theatrical editions of the Evangelion franchise, “Evangelion:3.0+ Thrice Upon a Time,” in theaters and on Blu-ray and digital download.
‘Poor Things,’ ‘The Last of Us’ Among ASCAP Composers’ Choice Awards Nominees
The American Society of Composers,...
Created by Hideaki Anno, the “Neon Genesis Evangelion” TV series has become a global phenomenon since its 1995 premiere in Japan.
The “End of Evangelion” movie was created as an alternative ending to the TV series, remaking the final two episodes.
Gkids released the original 26 episode TV series in 2022, as well as the films “Evangelion: Death (True)2 and “The End of Evangelion” on Blu-ray and digital download in North America. Gkids also released the final installment of the new theatrical editions of the Evangelion franchise, “Evangelion:3.0+ Thrice Upon a Time,” in theaters and on Blu-ray and digital download.
‘Poor Things,’ ‘The Last of Us’ Among ASCAP Composers’ Choice Awards Nominees
The American Society of Composers,...
- 2/21/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay, Caroline Brew and Diego Ramos Bechara
- Variety Film + TV
A documentary feature about the swift rise to fame for singer The Kid Laroi is heading to Prime Video.
The 20-year-old musician, known for the 2021 hit “Stay” that he performed with Justin Bieber, is the focus of filmmaker Michael D. Ratner’s forthcoming movie Kids Are Growing Up. The film from Amazon MGM Studios is set to begin streaming Feb. 29 on Prime Video.
The project hails from Obb Pictures and follows The Kid Laroi — whose real name is Charlton Howard — from his upbringing in Australia to his recent success, including his 2020 single “Without You” that was later remixed to include Miley Cyrus’ vocals. Interviews from Laroi, Bieber and Post Malone are featured in the documentary that also documents the singer dealing with mental health struggles and the 2019 death of mentor Juice Wrld.
Kids Are Growing Up takes its name from a track off of The Kid Laroi’s 2023 debut album,...
The 20-year-old musician, known for the 2021 hit “Stay” that he performed with Justin Bieber, is the focus of filmmaker Michael D. Ratner’s forthcoming movie Kids Are Growing Up. The film from Amazon MGM Studios is set to begin streaming Feb. 29 on Prime Video.
The project hails from Obb Pictures and follows The Kid Laroi — whose real name is Charlton Howard — from his upbringing in Australia to his recent success, including his 2020 single “Without You” that was later remixed to include Miley Cyrus’ vocals. Interviews from Laroi, Bieber and Post Malone are featured in the documentary that also documents the singer dealing with mental health struggles and the 2019 death of mentor Juice Wrld.
Kids Are Growing Up takes its name from a track off of The Kid Laroi’s 2023 debut album,...
- 2/20/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Amazon MGM Studios on Tuesday announced Kids Are Growing Up, a feature doc on Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter The Kid Laroi and his meteoric rise to fame. Directed and produced by Grammy nominee Michael D. Ratner, the founder and CEO of Obb Media, the film will be available to stream beginning February 29.
Born Charlton Howard, The Kid Laroi went from an unknown musician living in Australia to a teenage global superstar selling out his hometown arena on back-to-back nights in just three years. The film captures a unique moment in time, as Laroi enters adulthood, navigating the pressures of rapid fame, struggles with his mental health, first love, and the tragic death of his mentor — the late rapper Juice Wrld. Cameras began rolling before the success of his 2021 hit single “Stay” and continue as Laroi gears up for his first world tour and studio album. As Laroi is forced to deal...
Born Charlton Howard, The Kid Laroi went from an unknown musician living in Australia to a teenage global superstar selling out his hometown arena on back-to-back nights in just three years. The film captures a unique moment in time, as Laroi enters adulthood, navigating the pressures of rapid fame, struggles with his mental health, first love, and the tragic death of his mentor — the late rapper Juice Wrld. Cameras began rolling before the success of his 2021 hit single “Stay” and continue as Laroi gears up for his first world tour and studio album. As Laroi is forced to deal...
- 2/20/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Demi Lovato sings “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” Paris Hilton shows off a meat cake, and Trixie Mattel performs a “Nutcracker” rendition in the official trailer for Roku’s A Very Demi Holiday Special. The one-minute video also features Tiffany Haddish wearing her Ugly Christmas Sweater and revealing her definition of Bar Mitzvah.
Even sportscaster Rich Eisen pops up in a brief appearance in the trailer for Demi Lovato’s 2023 Christmas special.
“We’ve had the honor of collaborating with Demi a number of times, and across documentaries, music videos, live performances, and podcasts, we’ve seen first-hand how uniquely multi-talented Demi is,” said Obb Founder and CEO Michael D. Ratner. “Yet again, in typical Demi fashion, A Very Demi Holiday Special delivers. We’re excited to be working with the Roku team on a project that brings some much-needed joy for the 2023 holidays!”
A Very Demi Holiday Special is...
Even sportscaster Rich Eisen pops up in a brief appearance in the trailer for Demi Lovato’s 2023 Christmas special.
“We’ve had the honor of collaborating with Demi a number of times, and across documentaries, music videos, live performances, and podcasts, we’ve seen first-hand how uniquely multi-talented Demi is,” said Obb Founder and CEO Michael D. Ratner. “Yet again, in typical Demi fashion, A Very Demi Holiday Special delivers. We’re excited to be working with the Roku team on a project that brings some much-needed joy for the 2023 holidays!”
A Very Demi Holiday Special is...
- 11/29/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Demi Lovato (Courtesy of Angelo Kritikos / Obb Media)
Roku’s set a December 8, 2023 premiere date for A Very Demi Holiday Special starring Grammy nominee Demi Lovato. Lovato will be helping fans getting into the holiday spirit with performances of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” and “Jingle Bell Rock.” Fans can also expect to hear a few of Demi’s original songs during the musical holiday special.
Additional artists will be announced closer to the premiere.
“The holidays are such a special time of year, and I can’t wait to put my special twist on the celebrations!” stated Demi Lovato.
A Very Demi Holiday Special is produced by Obb Pictures and executive produced by Demi Lovato, Todd Yasui, and Obb’s Michael D. Ratner, Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, and Simone Spira.
“We’ve had the honor of collaborating with Demi a number of times,...
Roku’s set a December 8, 2023 premiere date for A Very Demi Holiday Special starring Grammy nominee Demi Lovato. Lovato will be helping fans getting into the holiday spirit with performances of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” and “Jingle Bell Rock.” Fans can also expect to hear a few of Demi’s original songs during the musical holiday special.
Additional artists will be announced closer to the premiere.
“The holidays are such a special time of year, and I can’t wait to put my special twist on the celebrations!” stated Demi Lovato.
A Very Demi Holiday Special is produced by Obb Pictures and executive produced by Demi Lovato, Todd Yasui, and Obb’s Michael D. Ratner, Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, and Simone Spira.
“We’ve had the honor of collaborating with Demi a number of times,...
- 10/3/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Roku and Demi Lovato are teaming up on “A Very Demi Holiday Special,” a new holiday celebration starring the singer that will stream Dec. 8 exclusively on The Roku Channel.
The special will feature Lovato performing classic holiday songs like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” and “Jingle Bell Rock” — plus a surprise duet as well as a few of Lovato’s own original hits. She will also be joined throughout by a group of celebrity guests, who will be revealed at a later date.
“The holidays are such a special time of year, and I can’t wait to put my special twist on the celebrations,” Lovato said in a statement.
“A Very Demi Holiday Special” is produced by Michael Ratner’s Obb Pictures. Lovato, Michael and Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, Simone Spira and Todd Yasui serve as executive producers.
“Together with Demi and the Obb Pictures team,...
The special will feature Lovato performing classic holiday songs like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” and “Jingle Bell Rock” — plus a surprise duet as well as a few of Lovato’s own original hits. She will also be joined throughout by a group of celebrity guests, who will be revealed at a later date.
“The holidays are such a special time of year, and I can’t wait to put my special twist on the celebrations,” Lovato said in a statement.
“A Very Demi Holiday Special” is produced by Michael Ratner’s Obb Pictures. Lovato, Michael and Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, Simone Spira and Todd Yasui serve as executive producers.
“Together with Demi and the Obb Pictures team,...
- 10/3/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Demi Lovato will be rocking around the Christmas tree in a new holiday special for Roku.
The streamer has ordered A Very Demi Holiday Special, which will see the pop star perform classic holiday songs such as “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “Jingle Bell Rock.”
She will also perform a surprise duet as well as tracks from her latest album and some of her classic hits.
The special will launch on December 8.
It is produced by Obb Pictures and exec produced by Lovato, Obb’s Michael D. Ratner, Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, and Simone Spira, as well as Todd Yasui.
“The holidays are such a special time of year, and I can’t wait to put my special twist on the celebrations,” said Lovato.
“Together with Demi and the Obb Pictures team, we’ve created a truly fun and unique holiday experience for viewers to connect with and laugh over,...
The streamer has ordered A Very Demi Holiday Special, which will see the pop star perform classic holiday songs such as “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “Jingle Bell Rock.”
She will also perform a surprise duet as well as tracks from her latest album and some of her classic hits.
The special will launch on December 8.
It is produced by Obb Pictures and exec produced by Lovato, Obb’s Michael D. Ratner, Scott Ratner, Kfir Goldberg, and Simone Spira, as well as Todd Yasui.
“The holidays are such a special time of year, and I can’t wait to put my special twist on the celebrations,” said Lovato.
“Together with Demi and the Obb Pictures team, we’ve created a truly fun and unique holiday experience for viewers to connect with and laugh over,...
- 10/3/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Hailey Bieber, whose name adorns a viral $17 smoothie at luxury grocer Erewhon, is expanding on her YouTube interview series, Who’s In My Bathroom?, with a spinoff cooking show.
Debuting on Wednesday, the six-episode first season of What’s In My Kitchen? will feature Bieber sharing recipes for her favorite dishes, including an at-home version of her Erewhon smoothie, chicken wings and pizza toast.
In a statement, Bieber described the cooking show as a “natural spinoff” to her interview series, especially since the latter frequently featured her eating food with her guests. Like Who’s In My Bathroom?, What’s In My Kitchen? is created in partnership with Obb Media. Hexclad will serve as the sponsor of the series.
“What’s In My Kitchen? was a natural spinoff to Who’s In My Bathroom? because our audience was ready for us to stop eating in the bathroom!” Bieber said. “I...
Debuting on Wednesday, the six-episode first season of What’s In My Kitchen? will feature Bieber sharing recipes for her favorite dishes, including an at-home version of her Erewhon smoothie, chicken wings and pizza toast.
In a statement, Bieber described the cooking show as a “natural spinoff” to her interview series, especially since the latter frequently featured her eating food with her guests. Like Who’s In My Bathroom?, What’s In My Kitchen? is created in partnership with Obb Media. Hexclad will serve as the sponsor of the series.
“What’s In My Kitchen? was a natural spinoff to Who’s In My Bathroom? because our audience was ready for us to stop eating in the bathroom!” Bieber said. “I...
- 4/12/2023
- by J. Clara Chan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Demi Lovato has already been the subject of a painfully honest documentary; now, the musician is going behind the camera to direct a new one.
Currently under the working title of “Child Star,” the film is co-directed by Lovato and Nicola Marsh, best known for her work on the Netflix docuseries “Song Exploder,” and represents Lovato’s debut project as a director. The film has already begun production, and is expected to release exclusively on Hulu sometime next year.
According to Hulu’s logline, the documentary focuses on the highs and lows of child stardom, looking at how the spotlight and fame affects their futures. Lovato will share her own experiences as a teen Disney Channel star in the feature, and the film will also feature interviews with other child stars, though other participants are currently being kept under wraps.
“There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story,...
Currently under the working title of “Child Star,” the film is co-directed by Lovato and Nicola Marsh, best known for her work on the Netflix docuseries “Song Exploder,” and represents Lovato’s debut project as a director. The film has already begun production, and is expected to release exclusively on Hulu sometime next year.
According to Hulu’s logline, the documentary focuses on the highs and lows of child stardom, looking at how the spotlight and fame affects their futures. Lovato will share her own experiences as a teen Disney Channel star in the feature, and the film will also feature interviews with other child stars, though other participants are currently being kept under wraps.
“There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story,...
- 3/16/2023
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Demi Lovato is stepping into the director’s chair.
The singer, songwriter and actor will make their directorial debut with “Child Star” (working title), a feature-length documentary that aims to “deconstruct the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world’s most famous former child stars, including Lovato,” according to a press release.
Lovato will co-direct alongside Nicola Marsh. Producers include Michael D. Ratner’s Obb Pictures, Lovato’s production banner Dlg and Scooter Braun’s Sb Projects. The three companies have worked together before on the pop star’s docuseries “Dancing With the Devil,” which premiered at SXSW in 2021 and received critical acclaim. “Dancing With the Devil” took a close look at Lovato’s personal life and struggles with addiction, particularly their near-fatal overdose in 2018.
The documentary will stream exclusively on Hulu in 2024. The streaming service is notably owned by Disney,...
The singer, songwriter and actor will make their directorial debut with “Child Star” (working title), a feature-length documentary that aims to “deconstruct the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world’s most famous former child stars, including Lovato,” according to a press release.
Lovato will co-direct alongside Nicola Marsh. Producers include Michael D. Ratner’s Obb Pictures, Lovato’s production banner Dlg and Scooter Braun’s Sb Projects. The three companies have worked together before on the pop star’s docuseries “Dancing With the Devil,” which premiered at SXSW in 2021 and received critical acclaim. “Dancing With the Devil” took a close look at Lovato’s personal life and struggles with addiction, particularly their near-fatal overdose in 2018.
The documentary will stream exclusively on Hulu in 2024. The streaming service is notably owned by Disney,...
- 3/16/2023
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Demi Lovato is making her directorial debut with a Hulu original feature documentary about former child stars.
The film, which currently has the working title Child Star, will “deconstruct the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world’s most famous former child stars, including Lovato,” and how “their rise to fame, fortune and power affects their futures.”
The other participants in the film have yet to be revealed. Their experience growing up in the limelight will be chronicled through intimate conversations led by Lovato, verité footage, and archival material.
“There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story, which is close to home,” said Lovato. “Our project sheds light on important messages about growing up in the public eye, learning to protect our boundaries, and becoming active advocates of our own destinies. I’m humbled...
The film, which currently has the working title Child Star, will “deconstruct the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world’s most famous former child stars, including Lovato,” and how “their rise to fame, fortune and power affects their futures.”
The other participants in the film have yet to be revealed. Their experience growing up in the limelight will be chronicled through intimate conversations led by Lovato, verité footage, and archival material.
“There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story, which is close to home,” said Lovato. “Our project sheds light on important messages about growing up in the public eye, learning to protect our boundaries, and becoming active advocates of our own destinies. I’m humbled...
- 3/16/2023
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Kevin Hart’s online sports talk series “Cold as Balls” will be back for Season 7 on Tuesday, featuring athletic guests including Dwight Howard, John Wall, Allen Iverson, Austin Ekeler, Kelsey Plum and Patrick Beverley, TheWrap can exclusively announce.
The show, from Hart’s banner Hartbeat and Obb Pictures and presented by Old Spice, will premiere on the actor-comedian’s own YouTube channel Lol! Network.
Per the show’s logline for its seventh season, “Cold as Balls” will bring viewers back to the signature locker room (and ice bath) where Hart explores deeper conversations with his guests, leading to jaw-dropping revelations from the biggest names and personalities in sports. The host will deliver the chilling, hard-hitting questions that have since catapulted the series to over 1.3 billion views across the platform, and help fans get to know their favorite sports stars better.
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The show, from Hart’s banner Hartbeat and Obb Pictures and presented by Old Spice, will premiere on the actor-comedian’s own YouTube channel Lol! Network.
Per the show’s logline for its seventh season, “Cold as Balls” will bring viewers back to the signature locker room (and ice bath) where Hart explores deeper conversations with his guests, leading to jaw-dropping revelations from the biggest names and personalities in sports. The host will deliver the chilling, hard-hitting questions that have since catapulted the series to over 1.3 billion views across the platform, and help fans get to know their favorite sports stars better.
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- 11/28/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
Peacock announced that the new docuseries “Paris in Love” will begin streaming Nov. 11, with new episodes dropping every following Thursday.
The 13-part wedding series will follow Hilton as she discovers the road to the altar has a few unexpected turns along the way as she prepares to marry successful venture capitalist Carter Reum. In the midst of planning for the wedding, fans will watch as Hilton navigates adulthood, a demanding work schedule and plans for her future. Hilton’s mother Kathy Hilton and sister Rothschild Hilton will support her through it all, from her engagement part to bridal dress shopping to the bachelor and bachelorette party in Las Vegas.
From Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Shed Media, Telepictures and Slivington Manor Entertainment, “Paris in Love” is executive produced by Mike Darnell, Lisa Shannon, Dan Peirson, Bridgette Theriault, Andrea Metz, Perry Dance, Paris Hilton and Bruce Gersh. Watch a trailer for the series below.
The 13-part wedding series will follow Hilton as she discovers the road to the altar has a few unexpected turns along the way as she prepares to marry successful venture capitalist Carter Reum. In the midst of planning for the wedding, fans will watch as Hilton navigates adulthood, a demanding work schedule and plans for her future. Hilton’s mother Kathy Hilton and sister Rothschild Hilton will support her through it all, from her engagement part to bridal dress shopping to the bachelor and bachelorette party in Las Vegas.
From Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Shed Media, Telepictures and Slivington Manor Entertainment, “Paris in Love” is executive produced by Mike Darnell, Lisa Shannon, Dan Peirson, Bridgette Theriault, Andrea Metz, Perry Dance, Paris Hilton and Bruce Gersh. Watch a trailer for the series below.
- 10/26/2021
- by Katie Song
- Variety Film + TV
A new Justin Bieber concert documentary film is coming to Amazon Prime Video next month, taking fans behind the scenes of Bieber’s first live performance in three years.
“Justin Bieber: Our World” will debut via Amazon Studios on October 8, and the film follows the pop star as he prepares for his “T-Mobile Presents New Year’s Eve Live With Justin Bieber.” The show, which ushered in 2021, was his first concert in three years and took place during the pandemic, with Bieber performing for 240 guests as well as streaming the concert globally via livestream.
The film follows Bieber and his team in the month leading up to the show as they rehearse and construct a monumental stage while adhering to strict health and safety protocols. The film also captures personal, self-shot moments between Bieber and his wife Hailey.
Michael D. Ratner directed the film and was produced by Ratner’s Obb Pictures,...
“Justin Bieber: Our World” will debut via Amazon Studios on October 8, and the film follows the pop star as he prepares for his “T-Mobile Presents New Year’s Eve Live With Justin Bieber.” The show, which ushered in 2021, was his first concert in three years and took place during the pandemic, with Bieber performing for 240 guests as well as streaming the concert globally via livestream.
The film follows Bieber and his team in the month leading up to the show as they rehearse and construct a monumental stage while adhering to strict health and safety protocols. The film also captures personal, self-shot moments between Bieber and his wife Hailey.
Michael D. Ratner directed the film and was produced by Ratner’s Obb Pictures,...
- 9/7/2021
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Amazon Studios said Tuesday that it will release Michael D. Ratner’s Justin Bieber: Our World, a new documentary about the pop star, on Prime Video on October 8 in more more than 240 countries including the U.S.
Ratner’s latest film was Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil, the docu that served as the opening-night film at SXSW 2021. Like that pic, he is producing via his Obb Pictures along with Bieber Time Films and Scooter Braun Films. Ratner and Bieber previously teamed on the YouTube Originals series Justin Bieber: Seasons and its follow-up Next Chapter. He also directed Bieber’s music video for “Intentions,” from Bieber’s 2020 album Changes.
Justin Bieber: Our World will delve into Bieber’s life as well as document the lead-up to his first full concert in three years, his New Year’s Eve show in 2020 on the rooftop of the Beverly Hilton that was livestreamed around the world.
Ratner’s latest film was Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil, the docu that served as the opening-night film at SXSW 2021. Like that pic, he is producing via his Obb Pictures along with Bieber Time Films and Scooter Braun Films. Ratner and Bieber previously teamed on the YouTube Originals series Justin Bieber: Seasons and its follow-up Next Chapter. He also directed Bieber’s music video for “Intentions,” from Bieber’s 2020 album Changes.
Justin Bieber: Our World will delve into Bieber’s life as well as document the lead-up to his first full concert in three years, his New Year’s Eve show in 2020 on the rooftop of the Beverly Hilton that was livestreamed around the world.
- 9/7/2021
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Model and media personality Hailey Bieber has partnered with Michael D. Ratner’s Obb Pictures, the studio behind Demi Lovato’s upcoming Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil, to launch her official YouTube channel.
With her YouTube channel, Bieber will join the busting community of online creators. She will create a slate of short-form videos debuting continuously through the remainder of the year. In her videos Bieber will discuss topics closest to her including lifestyle tips, beauty tutorials, social causes and more. Bieber will also take on the power of affirmation with psychiatrist Dr. Jessica Clemons, reflect on her own fashion fails, embrace the challenge of forgetting treasures with stylist Maeve Reilly – granting viewers personal access into the super model’s life.
Bieber is also launching multiple repeatable formats within her YouTube channel including the video series Who’s in My Bathroom? The video series sees Bieber engage in bathroom-set...
With her YouTube channel, Bieber will join the busting community of online creators. She will create a slate of short-form videos debuting continuously through the remainder of the year. In her videos Bieber will discuss topics closest to her including lifestyle tips, beauty tutorials, social causes and more. Bieber will also take on the power of affirmation with psychiatrist Dr. Jessica Clemons, reflect on her own fashion fails, embrace the challenge of forgetting treasures with stylist Maeve Reilly – granting viewers personal access into the super model’s life.
Bieber is also launching multiple repeatable formats within her YouTube channel including the video series Who’s in My Bathroom? The video series sees Bieber engage in bathroom-set...
- 3/12/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: French artist Thierry Guetta aka Mr. Brainwash, who gained prominence after appearing in Banksy’s 2010 film Exit Through the Gift Shop, is getting his own documentary. The feature-length pic hails from Obb Pictures and will be directed by Michael D. Ratner, who helmed and executive produced Justin Bieber: Seasons for YouTube Originals and its follow-up Justin Bieber: Next Chapter.
Featuring never-before-seen archival footage, Mr. Brainwash will chronicle Guetta’s journey from obscurity to worldwide street art phenomena. The film will feature interviews with Banksy and other notable figures in the street art scene and dive into Guetta’s life and high-profile collaborations with the likes of Madonna, Michael Jackson, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and others. It also will examine the roots of Mr. Brainwash’s identity, and questions our fascination with art, talent and ubiquity while serving as a critique of modern art.
“10 years ago who could have...
Featuring never-before-seen archival footage, Mr. Brainwash will chronicle Guetta’s journey from obscurity to worldwide street art phenomena. The film will feature interviews with Banksy and other notable figures in the street art scene and dive into Guetta’s life and high-profile collaborations with the likes of Madonna, Michael Jackson, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and others. It also will examine the roots of Mr. Brainwash’s identity, and questions our fascination with art, talent and ubiquity while serving as a critique of modern art.
“10 years ago who could have...
- 2/4/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
“Demi Lovato: Dancing With the Devil,” a docuseries exploring the singer’s near fatal overdose, will open the 2021 SXSW Film Festival in March, the festival announced Thursday.
Michael D. Ratner directed the YouTube Originals docuseries, which will look at Lovato’s awakenings following her 2018 overdose and her return to music. Ratner was granted unprecedented access to the pop star’s personal and musical journey.
“It’s impressive and rare to see a pop superstar tell their story so authentically and without pretense,” said Janet Pierson, director of film at SXSW. “We’re privileged to present this intimate journey told with such vulnerability. Demi Lovato’s profound interest in mental health awareness is helping change the landscape of a crucial issue in this year of national and international trauma and loss.”
Pierson added: “We are excited to share a handful of films from various sections of the festival to give you a taste of the talent,...
Michael D. Ratner directed the YouTube Originals docuseries, which will look at Lovato’s awakenings following her 2018 overdose and her return to music. Ratner was granted unprecedented access to the pop star’s personal and musical journey.
“It’s impressive and rare to see a pop superstar tell their story so authentically and without pretense,” said Janet Pierson, director of film at SXSW. “We’re privileged to present this intimate journey told with such vulnerability. Demi Lovato’s profound interest in mental health awareness is helping change the landscape of a crucial issue in this year of national and international trauma and loss.”
Pierson added: “We are excited to share a handful of films from various sections of the festival to give you a taste of the talent,...
- 1/14/2021
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
YouTube Originals said Friday that a new one-off documentary special, Justin Bieber: Next Chapter, will launch on the platform October 30. The 30-minute special follows the success of YouTube’s 10-episode original docuseries Justin Bieber: Seasons, the biggest YouTube Originals debut to date with more than 32 million views in its first seven days.
The newly announced special follows Bieber — whose just released two big singles in “Holy” with Chance the Rapper and “Lonely” with Benny Blanco, and just performed them on SNL — for an exclusive look at his life today following the docuseries, which debuted in January and chronicled his life during the making of his latest album of the same name.
Changes, his fifth studio album, debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart when it was released in February.
The new all-access footage hinted at in the trailer (see it below) includes life in the quarantine and candid...
The newly announced special follows Bieber — whose just released two big singles in “Holy” with Chance the Rapper and “Lonely” with Benny Blanco, and just performed them on SNL — for an exclusive look at his life today following the docuseries, which debuted in January and chronicled his life during the making of his latest album of the same name.
Changes, his fifth studio album, debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. album chart when it was released in February.
The new all-access footage hinted at in the trailer (see it below) includes life in the quarantine and candid...
- 10/23/2020
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s been a cruel spring for sports fans as the coronavirus pandemic sidelined teams, players and leagues around the world. Kevin Hart feels that pain too, and today he premieres a new five-episode homebound season of his iced-down web series Cold as Balls.
The first episode of Cold as Balls: Cold Calls, featuring NFL star Richard Sherman, debuts today on Hart’s digital network Laugh Out Loud. Watch the trailer for above.
Hart usually interviews his Cold as Balls guests from the icy realm of the cold tub. Cold Calls takes the talk to the couch via video call — with each guest calling into the show without the host knowing who’s on the other line.
The new season of the sports talk series, which won the 2018 Streamy Award for Sports, also will feature NFL stars Russell Wilson and Derrick Henry, retired NFL quarterback Donovan McNabb and NBA All-Star Paul George.
The first episode of Cold as Balls: Cold Calls, featuring NFL star Richard Sherman, debuts today on Hart’s digital network Laugh Out Loud. Watch the trailer for above.
Hart usually interviews his Cold as Balls guests from the icy realm of the cold tub. Cold Calls takes the talk to the couch via video call — with each guest calling into the show without the host knowing who’s on the other line.
The new season of the sports talk series, which won the 2018 Streamy Award for Sports, also will feature NFL stars Russell Wilson and Derrick Henry, retired NFL quarterback Donovan McNabb and NBA All-Star Paul George.
- 6/16/2020
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Justin Bieber has made YouTube history two times over. The premiere episode of Justin Bieber: Seasons docuseries ranks as YouTube Originals’ most-watched debut episode ever in its first week, according to the video-sharing platform. Additionally, Bieber has become the first artist to reach 50 million subscribers on his YouTube artist channel, solidifying his status as the most subscribed artist on the platform.
The premiere episode of Seasons drew 32.65 million viewers reaching 97 countries, besting the season 2 premiere of Liza on Demand (25.4M) and Cobra Kai S2 (21M).
Justin Bieber: Seasons chronicles the making of Bieber’s first album in four years. The docuseries is directed and executive produced by Obb Pictures’ Michael D. Ratner with photographer Joe Termini set to direct additional episodes. The documentary is produced by Bieber Time Films, Sb Projects and Obb Pictures. Bieber serves as an executive producer. Scooter Braun, Allison Kaye and Scott Manson serve as executive...
The premiere episode of Seasons drew 32.65 million viewers reaching 97 countries, besting the season 2 premiere of Liza on Demand (25.4M) and Cobra Kai S2 (21M).
Justin Bieber: Seasons chronicles the making of Bieber’s first album in four years. The docuseries is directed and executive produced by Obb Pictures’ Michael D. Ratner with photographer Joe Termini set to direct additional episodes. The documentary is produced by Bieber Time Films, Sb Projects and Obb Pictures. Bieber serves as an executive producer. Scooter Braun, Allison Kaye and Scott Manson serve as executive...
- 2/5/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Justin Bieber: Seasons” has broken a record for YouTube: The docuseries’ first episode scored as the most-viewed premiere in its first week of all the platform’s originals to date.
Episode 1 of “Seasons” had 32.65 million views in the first week after its Jan. 27 debut, according to YouTube. That beat out YouTube’s original comedy “Liza On Demand” Season 2 debut (25.4 million) and the first episode of “Cobra Kai” Season 2 (21 million) over the same time periods.
YouTube paid upwards of $20 million for the 10-part Bieber docuseries, making it YouTube’s most expensive content acquisition to date, Variety reported. “Seasons” promises fans a revealing look at the making of the “Changes,” the pop star’s first new album in over four years.
Bieber, who famously got “discovered” on YouTube, is the most-followed music artist on the platform — and just surpassed 50 million subscribers for his channel. “Started as #kidrauhl and now this.
Episode 1 of “Seasons” had 32.65 million views in the first week after its Jan. 27 debut, according to YouTube. That beat out YouTube’s original comedy “Liza On Demand” Season 2 debut (25.4 million) and the first episode of “Cobra Kai” Season 2 (21 million) over the same time periods.
YouTube paid upwards of $20 million for the 10-part Bieber docuseries, making it YouTube’s most expensive content acquisition to date, Variety reported. “Seasons” promises fans a revealing look at the making of the “Changes,” the pop star’s first new album in over four years.
Bieber, who famously got “discovered” on YouTube, is the most-followed music artist on the platform — and just surpassed 50 million subscribers for his channel. “Started as #kidrauhl and now this.
- 2/5/2020
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Justin Bieber is going back to where it all began.
The pop star is partnering with YouTube, the platform where he was discovered in 2007, for a 10-episode YouTube Originals docuseries titled “Justin Bieber: Seasons.” It premieres on Jan. 27.
The series will give an intimate look into Bieber’s private life, chronicling the events of the past four years, from canceling the rest of his Purpose tour in 2017 to marrying Hailey Baldwin earlier this year. It also gives a look inside the making of his upcoming album.
Also Read: Justin Bieber Defends Scooter Braun After Taylor Swift's Criticism: 'What Were You Trying to Accomplish?'
A preview of the series will be shown tonight on ABC’s “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2020” after the ball drop, along with a special message from Bieber.
New episodes will stream for free with ads each Monday and...
The pop star is partnering with YouTube, the platform where he was discovered in 2007, for a 10-episode YouTube Originals docuseries titled “Justin Bieber: Seasons.” It premieres on Jan. 27.
The series will give an intimate look into Bieber’s private life, chronicling the events of the past four years, from canceling the rest of his Purpose tour in 2017 to marrying Hailey Baldwin earlier this year. It also gives a look inside the making of his upcoming album.
Also Read: Justin Bieber Defends Scooter Braun After Taylor Swift's Criticism: 'What Were You Trying to Accomplish?'
A preview of the series will be shown tonight on ABC’s “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2020” after the ball drop, along with a special message from Bieber.
New episodes will stream for free with ads each Monday and...
- 12/31/2019
- by Margeaux Sippell
- The Wrap
Documentary series “Justin Bieber: Seasons,” premiering exclusively on YouTube next month, promises fans a raw and revealing look at the making of the pop star’s first new album in over four years.
“Seasons” is slated to bow Jan. 27 at 12 p.m. Et with new episodes launching each Monday and Wednesday at noon Et. The 10-episode docuseries will be available free to watch (with ads) on YouTube, which previously teased its pact with Bieber.
Bieber’s show for YouTube, featuring all-new music, obviously will serve to promote the new album and act as a lead-in to his 2020 tour, set to hit 45 cities next summer.
Per YouTube, “Seasons” will take viewers behind the scenes to show Bieber’s process of creating new music; the motivation for his fifth studio album; and the aftermath of his decision to cancel the final shows of his 2017 “Purpose” tour. The series will also reveal...
“Seasons” is slated to bow Jan. 27 at 12 p.m. Et with new episodes launching each Monday and Wednesday at noon Et. The 10-episode docuseries will be available free to watch (with ads) on YouTube, which previously teased its pact with Bieber.
Bieber’s show for YouTube, featuring all-new music, obviously will serve to promote the new album and act as a lead-in to his 2020 tour, set to hit 45 cities next summer.
Per YouTube, “Seasons” will take viewers behind the scenes to show Bieber’s process of creating new music; the motivation for his fifth studio album; and the aftermath of his decision to cancel the final shows of his 2017 “Purpose” tour. The series will also reveal...
- 12/31/2019
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Microsoft’s classic computer game Minesweeper is being reimagined as a TV competition series. The project is in the works via a deal with Obb Pictures, which is now developing a take that like the original will feature strategy but add in teamwork and athleticism on a grand scale. Obb is fast-tracking the project and has begun talks for a host.
Created in 1990, the objective of the single-player game is to clear a rectangular board containing hidden mines without detonating them. The series will raise the stakes as contestants compete against each other and the clock to clear interactive mine boards.
Obb president and CEO Michael D. Ratner will executive produce with Obb’s Scott Ratner and Kfir Goldberg. Executive producers for Microsoft include Paul Jensen, Derek Dutilly and Will Frost.
“Minesweeper is an immersive game and has always been a property that we felt was perfect for a competition series,...
Created in 1990, the objective of the single-player game is to clear a rectangular board containing hidden mines without detonating them. The series will raise the stakes as contestants compete against each other and the clock to clear interactive mine boards.
Obb president and CEO Michael D. Ratner will executive produce with Obb’s Scott Ratner and Kfir Goldberg. Executive producers for Microsoft include Paul Jensen, Derek Dutilly and Will Frost.
“Minesweeper is an immersive game and has always been a property that we felt was perfect for a competition series,...
- 10/31/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Quibi has given a straight to series order to new documentary series “&Music,” from Michael D. Ratner’s Obb Pictures, and Scooter Braun and Jd Roth’s GoodStory Entertainment.
“&Music” shines the spotlight on the unsung artists and reveals surprising elements behind the world’s biggest music stars.
Each episode delves behind-the-scenes role to pull back the curtain on what transforms the performance of an iconic musical artist into a cultural phenomenon.
Also Read: Kiefer Sutherland Joins Quibi's 'The Fugitive' Adaptation
“We’re excited to redirect the spotlight onto the many creatives behind the curtain who play an integral role in creating the music experience fans desire from their favorite superstars,” Ratner said in a statement. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Scooter, Jd and the GoodStory team and are looking forward to bringing these traditionally untold stories out onto center stage.”
“When a musical artist is on the global stage,...
“&Music” shines the spotlight on the unsung artists and reveals surprising elements behind the world’s biggest music stars.
Each episode delves behind-the-scenes role to pull back the curtain on what transforms the performance of an iconic musical artist into a cultural phenomenon.
Also Read: Kiefer Sutherland Joins Quibi's 'The Fugitive' Adaptation
“We’re excited to redirect the spotlight onto the many creatives behind the curtain who play an integral role in creating the music experience fans desire from their favorite superstars,” Ratner said in a statement. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Scooter, Jd and the GoodStory team and are looking forward to bringing these traditionally untold stories out onto center stage.”
“When a musical artist is on the global stage,...
- 9/25/2019
- by Debbie Emery
- The Wrap
Quibi has given a straight-to-series order to new documentary music series titled &Music that hails from Michael D. Ratner’s Obb Pictures and Scooter Braun and Jd Roth’s GoodStory Entertainment.
The series will focus on the unsung artists — choreographers, video directors, stage designers — behind the world’s biggest music stars. Each episode will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the contributions that help transform music performances into headline-grabbing events.
“We’re excited to redirect the spotlight onto the many creatives behind the curtain who play an integral role in creating the music experience fans desire from their favorite superstars,” said Ratner, Obb Pictures’ founder and CEO. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Scooter, Jd and the GoodStory team and are looking forward to bringing these traditionally untold stories out onto center stage.”
Added Braun: “When a musical artist is on the global stage, bringing their songs to life in...
The series will focus on the unsung artists — choreographers, video directors, stage designers — behind the world’s biggest music stars. Each episode will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the contributions that help transform music performances into headline-grabbing events.
“We’re excited to redirect the spotlight onto the many creatives behind the curtain who play an integral role in creating the music experience fans desire from their favorite superstars,” said Ratner, Obb Pictures’ founder and CEO. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Scooter, Jd and the GoodStory team and are looking forward to bringing these traditionally untold stories out onto center stage.”
Added Braun: “When a musical artist is on the global stage, bringing their songs to life in...
- 9/25/2019
- by Anita Bennett
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Obb Pictures and Denver Broncos all-pro linebacker Von Miller are teaming on a half-hour animated comedy project titled Mars Martians, about the NFL’s first expansion team on Mars. Miller will voice the lead role and serve as an executive producer on the potential series, which is being written by Maxwell Theodore Vivian (The Cool Kids).
Mars Martians will follow Byron Bittman (Miller), the son of a beloved NFL superstar who has spent his life suffering under the expectation created by his father’s legacy and the beginning of his career plagued by disappointing production, fights with teammates, and embarrassing off-the-field issues. Now, having been relocated to Mars as part of the NFL’s latest expansion, Byron must adapt to a dysfunctional team, a washed-up coach with anger-management issues, and a front office led by team owner/governor of Mars Elon Musk (or a robot clone of Elon Musk...
Mars Martians will follow Byron Bittman (Miller), the son of a beloved NFL superstar who has spent his life suffering under the expectation created by his father’s legacy and the beginning of his career plagued by disappointing production, fights with teammates, and embarrassing off-the-field issues. Now, having been relocated to Mars as part of the NFL’s latest expansion, Byron must adapt to a dysfunctional team, a washed-up coach with anger-management issues, and a front office led by team owner/governor of Mars Elon Musk (or a robot clone of Elon Musk...
- 3/6/2019
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Netflix is going old-school, ordering six episodes of Historical Roasts, a half-hour comedy series from Comedy Central roast star Jeff Ross and Obb Pictures. The project stems from the popular live Los Angeles comedy club show that has been running since 2014. Obb (Kevin Hart’s Cold as Balls) optioned rights to the show and then secured the deal with Netflix which beat out multiple bidders. Production begins this fall and the show launches next year.
Each episode will bring together A-list comedians in period-appropriate garb and character to roast historical figures. No word on the roastees yet, but the live shows have featured everyone from Abraham Lincoln and Jimmy Hendrix to Michael Jackson and William Shakespeare.
“People always ask me who my dream roast would be — this concept allows me to finally roast them all. Plus, I’ll be learning a lot along the way,” said Ross, who anchors...
Each episode will bring together A-list comedians in period-appropriate garb and character to roast historical figures. No word on the roastees yet, but the live shows have featured everyone from Abraham Lincoln and Jimmy Hendrix to Michael Jackson and William Shakespeare.
“People always ask me who my dream roast would be — this concept allows me to finally roast them all. Plus, I’ll be learning a lot along the way,” said Ross, who anchors...
- 9/20/2018
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Kevin Hart strips down and gets personal on Season 2 of his ice-bath interview series “Cold as Balls.”
“I’ve got major shrinkage,” complained Hart as he sunk into the ice in the premiere episode that aired Tuesday night on the “Get Hard” actor’s Laugh Out Loud network.
But not all of Hart’s conversation topics were funny, especially with first guest Lamar Odom.
“Do you realize how close to death you were?” he asked the former Los Angeles Lakers star, bluntly referring to his infamous health crisis after he was found unconscious at the Love Ranch brothel in Nevada in October 2015.
Also Read: Lamar Odom Is 'Doing Well' After Collapsing at Hollywood Nightclub
“Yeah, all my doctors that see me say I’m a walking miracle. I had 12 strokes and six heart attacks when I was in my coma,” the two-time NBA champion replied.
“Don’t judge me until...
“I’ve got major shrinkage,” complained Hart as he sunk into the ice in the premiere episode that aired Tuesday night on the “Get Hard” actor’s Laugh Out Loud network.
But not all of Hart’s conversation topics were funny, especially with first guest Lamar Odom.
“Do you realize how close to death you were?” he asked the former Los Angeles Lakers star, bluntly referring to his infamous health crisis after he was found unconscious at the Love Ranch brothel in Nevada in October 2015.
Also Read: Lamar Odom Is 'Doing Well' After Collapsing at Hollywood Nightclub
“Yeah, all my doctors that see me say I’m a walking miracle. I had 12 strokes and six heart attacks when I was in my coma,” the two-time NBA champion replied.
“Don’t judge me until...
- 8/22/2018
- by Debbie Emery
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Obb Pictures has launched a new division, Obb Music, focused on developing and producing content around the world’s biggest artists, stories and events in music. The company’s expansion into music comes after their original series with Kevin Hart, Cold as Balls, launches into its second season after a successful 100M YouTube viewing round. The company is working on three new projects including an, as yet, untitled feature doc directed by Mandon Lovett that chronicles the ascent of multi-platinum hip-hop artist Jeezy. Production began on that project today.
The Jeezy film marks the company’s return to the documentary space as it previously produced the ESPN 30 for 30 film, Gonzo at the Derby, narrated by Sean Penn that relives the birth of Gonzo Journalism during Hunter S. Thompson’s famous trip to the Kentucky Derby. It also produced One in a Billion for Netflix, which followed Satnam Singh Bhamara...
The Jeezy film marks the company’s return to the documentary space as it previously produced the ESPN 30 for 30 film, Gonzo at the Derby, narrated by Sean Penn that relives the birth of Gonzo Journalism during Hunter S. Thompson’s famous trip to the Kentucky Derby. It also produced One in a Billion for Netflix, which followed Satnam Singh Bhamara...
- 8/2/2018
- by Anita Busch
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Jay Longino, who penned the upcoming Lionsgate comedy Uncle Drew toplined by NBA star Kyrie Irving, Tiffany Haddish and Lil Rel Howery, has been set to adapt The Smart Money, a TV series in development based on Michael Konik’s 2006 memoir about about life inside one of Las Vegas and the world’s most sought after gambling rings. Obb Pictures optioned rights to the book last fall and is producing with 3 Arts Entertainment.
In the book Konik, a journalist, unfolds his story of landing an interview with one of Las Vegas’ most prolific sports betters, unknowingly becoming a patsy working in his gambling ring, eventually wagering hundreds of thousands of dollars on a given day and as much as $1 million on one event. Obb and 3 Arts plan to shop the half-hour dramedy series to cable and streaming services.
Longino will now also executive produce with Obb president and CEO Michael D. Ratner,...
In the book Konik, a journalist, unfolds his story of landing an interview with one of Las Vegas’ most prolific sports betters, unknowingly becoming a patsy working in his gambling ring, eventually wagering hundreds of thousands of dollars on a given day and as much as $1 million on one event. Obb and 3 Arts plan to shop the half-hour dramedy series to cable and streaming services.
Longino will now also executive produce with Obb president and CEO Michael D. Ratner,...
- 4/27/2018
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
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