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Wishes, Wizards, and Self-Discovery: Emanuela Galliussi & Dean Ronalds on their film ‘Zoe’ – Interview

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Emanuela Galliussi and Dean Ronalds are the dynamic duo behind the fantastical comedy, Zoe. In our chat the two describe the origins for the project, how Emanuela found the essence of her character, and which other films/directors inspire their work. The next public screening of Zoe takes place during the Dances with Films Festivial this Friday at 2:45pm at the Regal Union Square Theater in New York City.

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Synopsis: Zoe, an Italian woman, has all the things that should make a person happy, unfortunately she’s not. On Mardi Gras a little boy dressed as a wizard grants her a wish at three chances to live the life she’s always yearned for. If she doesn’t find it, she’ll be stuck with him forever. In the following three days Zoe discovers herself living in Ibiza, London and Paris experiencing three new lifestyles, new lovers and completely different Zoes. Although she doesn’t find exactly what she’s looking for, she’ll soon realize she has found much more. On this magical journey she’ll reconnect with her inner child finding a balance between body, mind and spirit. On returning home from her magical adventure of “what if”, this Zoe begins to live anew. She, once again, meets the little wizard only to discover his magic was much more than she could have ever imagined. Free for the first time, Zoe starts this new chapter of her life quite possibly stuck with the little wizard forever. #ZoeMovie #DancesWithFilms #Film


Ted aka Steady is a film critic and the managing editor forCountdownCityGeeks.com. He has covered some of the largest pop culture events in the world including SXSW and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also hosted a variety of events such as eSports Tourneys, film festivals, to moderating panels for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Josh Brolin, Rosario Dawson and Giancarlo Esposito.

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Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo Tease Darker Stakes and Shifting Power in Criminal Record Season 2

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In this interview, Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo sit down to talk about the highly anticipated return of the hit crime drama Criminal Record. From evolving character dynamics to the darker, more complex themes of the new season, both stars share what fans can expect as the story unfolds.

Hear how Capaldi approaches the morally complex DCI Daniel Hegarty, and how Jumbo’s DS June Lenker is pushed to her limits in a season filled with tension, consequences, and tough choices. They also discuss the shifting power dynamic between their characters and why Season 2 raises the


Season 2 Synopsis: The eight-episode, season two of “Criminal Record,” the critically hailed crime thriller starring Academy Award and BAFTA winner Peter Capaldi, and Laurence Olivier Award and Critics Choice Award nominee Cush Jumbo, will make its global debut on Apple TV with the first episode on Wednesday, April 22, followed by new episodes weekly through Wednesday, June 10. 

From BAFTA Award nominee Paul Rutman, “Criminal Record” is a powerful, character-driven drama set in the heart of contemporary London, exploring the impossibility of policing when the truth is up for grabs. In season two, when a young man is stabbed to death at a political rally, rival police officers June Lenker and Daniel Hegarty are forced into an uneasy alliance. But what starts as a hunt for a murderer escalates into an undercover operation to foil a Far-Right bomb plot in the heart of London. Season two reunites Capaldi as ‘Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Hegarty’ and Jumbo as ‘Detective Sergeant June Lenker.’ Dustin Demri-Burns, Luca Pasqualino, Luther Ford, Lyndsey Marshal and Peter Sullivan join the cast in addition to the returning ensemble that includes Shaun Dooley, Stephen Campbell Moore and Charlie Creed-Miles. 

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From Page to Screen: Jeremy Haun & Jason A. Hurley on ‘The Beauty’ and Building a Hit Comic Universe

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Step inside the world of comics and television with this in-depth interview featuring Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, the creative minds behind the hit FX tv series, ‘The Beauty’.

In this conversation, we explore their individual journeys through the comic industry, how their paths crossed, and the creative spark that led to the creation of ‘The Beauty’ —a bold, genre-bending series that captivated readers and eventually made the leap to television.

Jeremy and Jason share behind-the-scenes stories about developing the concept, building its unsettling yet compelling world, and navigating the challenges of adapting a creator-owned comic into a TV series. From storytelling philosophy to industry insights, this interview is packed with inspiration for comic fans, aspiring creators, and anyone curious about the evolution of an idea from page to screen.


Synopsis: In FX’s The Beauty, when international supermodels begin dying in gruesome and mysterious ways, FBI Agents “Cooper Madsen” (Evan Peters) and “Jordan Bennett” (Rebecca Hall) uncover a conspiracy that threatens the future of humanity. The investigation leads them directly into the crosshairs of “The Corporation” (Ashton Kutcher), who will stop at nothing to protect his trillion-dollar empire.

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Mamoudou Athie talks new thriller ‘Wardriver’ and ‘Black Box’ Memories with Phylicia Rashad

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In this interview, Mamoudou Athie sits down to talk about his latest film ‘Wardriver’ and what drew him to this unique and compelling project. He shares insight into his character, using his martial arts background during filming, and what audiences can expect from this gripping story.

In the film, Dane Dehaan is brilliant as Cole, a hacker that prowls at night to rob digital currency from large banks and corporations. The story is a gripping one as Cole finds himself exposed at times and at the mercy of Oscar (Mamoudou Athie) who seizes the opportunity to use Cole for a quick score. His target – a young woman named Sarah, who seems to have it all at first glance, but is she deserving of this theft? Are there unseen repercussions?

Mamoudou also reflects on his past work, including his experience starring alongside Phylicia Rashad in ‘Black Box’. He discusses what he learned from working with such a legendary actress and how that collaboration helped shape his growth as a performer.

From behind-the-scenes stories to thoughtful reflections on his craft, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.


Synopsis: Cole (Dane DeHaan) prowls a sprawling city, “Wardriving”—hacking wireless networks from his car and pulling off daring, high-tech robberies while always on the move. He tells himself no one gets hurt, hitting only businesses big enough to cover the loss, but that illusion shatters when black-market tech predator Oscar (Mamoudou Athie) locks onto his talents. Dragged into a million-dollar cyber-heist, Cole finds himself targeting Sarah(Sasha Calle), a woman whose stolen fortune makes her a pawn in a deadly game. The deeper he’s pulled, the more violent the fallout—explosive showdowns and a mob-connected lawyer (Jeffrey Donovan) who will kill to protect his empire. As Cole falls for Sarah, every choice pushes him closer to betrayal and violence. Determined to return the money and protect her, he hurtles into a fight for survival—wired into a deadly game of cat-and-mouse, where every line of code could be his last.

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