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Al Pacino said he initially rejected $1 million to star in 'The Godfather Part II' because the script was 'unfinished.' The screenwriter called the first draft 'crap.'
Al Pacino wrote in his new memoir "Sonny Boy" that Paramount kept trying to increase his salary to …
Ayomikun Adekaiyero
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Behind the scenes: 2 in 3 Indian screenwriters lament lack of pay incentives
Indian screenwriters are dissatisfied with their pay and credits. A report by Ormax and Tulsea stat…
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Elon Musk is foreclosing on an LA home. The owners, who Musk lent money to, say they 'owe him such a spiritual debt.'
The house once belonged to the late actor Gene Wilder. His nephew bought the home from Musk in 2020…
Lian Kit Wee
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I got my big break as a Lionsgate screenwriter after I moved 2,000 miles from Hollywood. Here's how I made connections and worked my way up from security guard to my dream career.
Ken Miyamoto taught himself to write scripts before taking an apartment across the street from Sony…
Ken Miyamoto
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10 Things in Tech: Amazon is offering money to pick up your order, ChatGPT writes a “Succession” scene, and tips from an OnlyFans creator
In today's edition: Mark Zuckerberg is now shredded, ChatGPT writes a scene of the "Succession" fin…
Diamond Naga Siu
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The 'Project Power' ending explained by the screenwriter and why he wants to include Black Lives Matter in a sequel
Insider spoke to screenwriter Mattson Tomlin about what his hopes are for a potential "Project Powe…
Jason Guerrasio
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Mark Zuckerberg hits back at 'The Social Network' screenwriter with his own words: 'America isn't easy'
"America isn't easy. America is advanced citizenship. You gotta want it bad, 'cause it's gonna put …
Ben Gilbert
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George Clooney calls Steve Bannon a 'failed f---ing screenwriter'
Bannon is known for earning money off of the Seinfeld syndication deal (although the jury is still …
Amanda Luz Henning Santiago
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An artist claims he turned down 'a lot of money' from Fox lawyers during a decades-long legal battle over the 'Ice Age' character Scrat
During a two-month investigation on the legal battle surrounding the cartoon character, Insider dis…
Jason Guerrasio
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The screenplay Oscar snub for 'I, Tonya' is especially harsh considering the screenwriter's journey to bring the story to life
It was around this time when Rogers realized how he could start over after watching the ESPN 30 for…
Jason Guerrasio
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Satyanshu Singh starts online classes to raise money for COVID-19 relief
"At least that's what I've come to learn ever since I've known him, and that's why I readily agreed…
PTI
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From money to drugs, here are 17 behind-the-scenes details about how realistic props are made in film and TV
Prop experts tell Insider how they make fake versions of drugs like cocaine and marijuana - plus ho…
Meghan Cook
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After burning out writing blockbuster rom-coms, this screenwriter reinvented himself by tracking down infamous figure skater Tonya Harding
It was around this time when Rogers realized how he could start over after watching the ESPN 30 for…
Jason Guerrasio
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Why Screenwriters Have To Fight So Hard To Get Credited For Their Work
But there’s this other, less discussed, carrot-on-a-stick. It’s this little clause found in most sc…
Deadline.com
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'The Magnificent Seven' is an ultra-violent thrill ride with the best stars money can buy
The film - directed by Antoine Fuqua ("Training Day," "Southpaw") and starring Denzel Washingt…
Jason Guerrasio
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Mexico extradited the accused money launderer who was going to help 'El Chapo' Guzman make a movie about himself
Sanchez Garza's involvement with the screenplay to "Mary, Mother of Christ" - the prequel to "The P…
Christopher Woody
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Films Have A New Way To Raise Money, Thanks To 'Veronica Mars'
"This is a fantastic opportunity for brands and other sponsors to become involved. Carrying off a r…
Kirsten Acuna
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Bestselling author Minda Harts just adapted her book to the screen. Here are her tips for succeeding in Hollywood.
Minda Harts, the author of the advice book "The Memo," spoke to Business Insider about adapting her…
Olivia Singh
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My dad sacrificed everything to retire early — only to die before he could enjoy it. I'll never recommend early retirement to anyone.
Rebekah Sanderlin's dad lived an frugal life in order to retire early, but died of cancer at 58 yea…
Rebekah Sanderlin
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Two former bankers turned their experience into HBO's most underrated show. Now, it's finally getting the attention it deserves.
Mickey Down and Konrad Kay both had brief stints as bankers. Years later, they used their knowledge…