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The article presents information about the winners of the 2007 Golden Globe Awards. Helen Mirren won the best television actress award for her regal title role in the program "Elizabeth I." Meryl Streep won the award for best performance by an actress in a motion picture musical or comedy. Forest Whitaker won the best actor award. Jennifer Hudson won the best supporting actress award.

The article presents information about several women executives in the U.S. As Stacey Snider, Universal Pictures chairman reaches the end of a decidedly mixed year, she has staked her future clout at the studio on director Peter Jackson's "King Kong," a three-hour movie that has cost an estimated $207 million, though at least a chunk of that near-record-breaking amount was covered by Jackson himself. Nancy Tellem, CBS Paramount Network Television Entertainment Group president, is fascinated by the second coming of convergence that has hit the TV industry this year.

The article focuses on 25 executives who represent the future of the entertainment industry. A roundup of 35 of the most-talented executives in the fields of film, television, representation, legal and new media ages 35 and under, this 12th annual edition was assembled by a committee of editors and reporters of the journal "The Hollywood Reporter," who selected these finalists through a great deal of research and hours of deliberation. Jeff Small, who broke into the film business as a financial analyst at the Walt Disney Motion Picture Group, has worked for the past decade at Revolution Studios, where he oversees all aspects of the Sony-based shingle's strategic and financial planning, including $700 million in bank funding. Native Angeleno Craig Alexander always had a bit of the Hollywood bug in him.

The article reports that various divisions of Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. have made a series of film acquisition. Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions Groups has obtained North American and select international rights to Millennium Films' "88 Minutes," a thriller directed by Jon Avnet and starring Al Pacino.

The article reports that Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) has tapped former DreamWorks SKG LLC and Miramax Film Corp. executive Rick Sands as its chief operating officer, the company said Monday. Sands, who most recently was president and chief operating officer of DreamWorks, also was chief operating officer of Miramax. In the newly created MGM post, he will take on the task of leveraging and managing one of the world's largest film and television libraries across all platforms, including Internet and mobile as well as such traditional channels of distribution as television, video and international.

The article focuses on some of the preferred entertaining and recreation spots of the youth in California. From restaurants to coffeehouses, gadget stores to chichi boutiques, radio shows to reflexologists, Los Angeles is flush with must-dos for busy industryites looking to mix business with pleasure. Nestled in a strip mall amid one of the busiest intersections in Los Angeles, the Sunset Strip spa offers an urban oasis with full-service grooming, Salt Glo exfoliating treatments, organic enzyme skin regimens, milk baths and even aromatherapy scalp work. Driving the right car in Hollywood is almost as important as landing the right job, and car broker-to-the-stars Sherry Walsh helps industry denizens find the perfect set of wheels at fleet and below-fleet rates.

The article focuses on specialists who are nurturing Hollywood's next generation of performers. Jason Weinberg, manager of Untitled Entertainment, is one of the elite class of specialists--agents, managers, lawyers, personal publicists and even producers--who performs the multifaceted tasks associated with nurturing Hollywood's next generation of talent. Unlike the days of the old studio system, when moguls such as Louis B. Mayer and Darryl F. Zanuck transformed unknowns into household names and controlled every aspect of their professional and personal lives, today's stars employ a battalion of advisers to help them determine whether to make the sequel with the big paycheck but a banal script and what dress to wear to the Oscars.

The article states that sellers are reporting heavy traffic but buyers are feeling flat as 2005's American Film Market (AFM) hits the home stretch and the corridors at the Santa Monica, California-set jamboree begin to thin out before close. Although 2005's AFM is in its first year as the main fall market, the one thing on which buyers and sellers agree is that traffic flow is heavy but dealmaking is relatively slow. On the first day of the market, AFM managing director Jonathan Wolf was at pains to point out that buyers often say the market is slow to try to dampen competition for titles acquisition.

The article reports that in his first significant move as Paramount Pictures Corp.'s new chief, Brad Grey created a splash in March 2005, by greenlighting the film "Babel," a multiarc drama starring Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett and Gael Garcia Bernal. Although Hispanic Americans have enjoyed success for decades in the world of independent and international cinema, few until now have stormed the gates of the major studios. As more Hispanic American directors gain access to studio projects, more opportunities will likely trickle down and improve the group's overall prospects in Hollywood.

The article reports that the comedy script of the program "Spending My Inheritance," has been bought by Fox Atomic. The show has been produced by Ravi Nandan and Scot Armstrong and directed by Nick Kurzon. Nandan explained that they always wanted to work with Kurzon. Another script of the program "On the Clock," has also been sold to Warner Bros. Pictures Inc.

The article reports that actor and singer Jamie Foxx will star in the film "The Soloist," for DreamWorks SKG LLC. The film will be directed by Joe Wright and is based on a 12-part series of articles by Steve Lopez, columnist of the newspaper "Los Angeles Times." The story centers on a homeless musician with schizophrenia who dreams of playing at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

The article focuses on the projects and assignments signed by actress Scarlett Johansson. The actress will be seen in a series of films including "He's Just Not That Into You," "The Spirit," and "Mary Queen of Scots." In "He's Just Not That Into You," she will be seen as an aspiring singer who has an affair with a married man and hopes that he will leave his wife for her.

The article reports that Ed Limato has joined William Morris Agency Inc. (WMA) after resigning as co-president of International Creative Management Inc. (ICM). It states that Limato has bolstered WMA's talent department by bringing with him an A-list roster of several actors including Denzel Washington, Mel Gibson and Richard Gere. According to Limato, the move by ICM to dismiss agents Matt Eskander, Richard Konigsberg and D.J. Talbot was done to harm him.

The article focuses on the movie "The Six Wives of Henry Lefay," for which Tim Allen and Elisha Cuthbert have signed on as stars. An overview of the movie to be directed and written by Howard Gould and produced by Holly Wiersma and David McIlvain is offered. Shooting of the movie is scheduled to start in September, 2007 in Connecticut. The movie centres around the fight between five ex-wives and the main character's current wife over her husband's will.

The article focuses on the movie "He's Just Not That Into You," to be directed by Ken Kwapis. It reports on negotiations with Hollywood actors including Drew Barrymore, Kevin Connolly and Justin Long. It is an American romantic comedy to be produced by Barrymore's Flower Films banner with partner Nancy Juvonen in early September, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. The movie is based on book of the same name by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo. An overview of story of the movie is also offered.

The article reports that Overture Films has acquired "Exempt," a script by writer Ian Shorr. The action thriller follows a fast-talking teenager who, after getting kicked out of high school and sent to a tony boarding school for problem teenagers. As the story continues, the boy finds himself in trouble when he falls in with a group of foreign teenagers with diplomatic immunity from the law.

The article provides information on career of movie actor Oliver Platt. The actor has signed on to play Bob Zelnick in Working Title and Universal Pictures' motion picture adaptation of "Frost/Nixon." The actor also landed a recurring role on FX's "Nip/Tuck." Furthermore, Zelnick character was the executive editor of the Frost-Nixon interviews.

The article announces that Scott Bernstein has been promoted to senior vice president production at Universal Pictures.

The article reports that New Line Cinema Corp. has picked up Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley's comedy television series "The $40,000 Man." Chris Bender and J.C. Spink are producing through their New Line-based shingle, and Benderspink's Jake Weiner is executive producing. "$40,000 Man" marks the first writing project for Daley, who also starred on "Kitchen Confidential" for New Line Television.

The article reports that Carice Van Houten is set to play the female lead opposite Tom Cruise in Bryan Singer's "Valkyrie" for United Artists. Tom Wilkinson also has joined the World War II-set drama. Penned by Christopher McQuarrie and Nathan Alexander, the story is based on the true-life attempts to assassinate Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler. Van Houten, who will play the love interest to Cruise's character in the film. The classically trained actress also is a theater veteran in her native Netherlands.

The article reports that Harry Eden and Angie Ruiz will star together with Daniel Craig in the coming-of-age independent film "Flashbacks of a Fool," which will be directed by music video director Baillie Walsh. The film is about an aging film star who returns to his English seaside hometown for the funeral of his childhood best friend.

The article reports that Gael Garcia Bernal, Danny Glover, Alice Braga, Julianne Moore and Mark Ruffalo have agreed to join Fernando Meirelles' drama "Blindness" for Focus International. The film is based on Jose Saramago's novel on epidemic of blindness that sweeps through a contemporary city. The producers are Potboiler Prods., Rhombus Media, Bee Vine Pictures and 02 Filmes.

The article reports that Katharine McPhee, runner-up in the television program "American Idol," is set to work in her feature film debut as the star of the indie dark romantic comedy "The Last Caller." The film, written by Michael Albanese, is about a self-obsessed woman, who searches for love, hope and meaning during a few random events. According to McPhee, she wanted to do something different from singing and thus, she signed the film.

The article reports that Transformer Inc. has achieved Japanese distribution rights to the film "Confessions of an Action Star" from Shoreline Entertainment Inc. It is reported that this satirical film has been described as a homage to certain action films. It is stated that the film is aiming to entertain the Japanese audiences, who are known for their thirst for American actioners.

The article presents information on the business plans of film production and distribution firm Mandate Pictures regarding its business expansion in the U.S. It is stated that the firm has acquired 226 first-and second-run feature films and has launched Grindstone Entertainment Group as part of its expansion into the home entertainment sphere.

The article reports on a two year pact signed between the producers of the television show "Ugly Betty," Salma Hayek and ABC Studios. Under the pact Hayek and her partner Jose Tamez will develop new series projects for the studio through their company, Ventanarosa Productions. It is stated that the deal marks the first television pact for Hayek and Tamez, who have been ramping up their producing efforts.

The article reports that rap singer, Common, has signed on to the Morgan Freeman-Angelina Jolie film "Wanted" for Universal Pictures and is in negotiations to join the cast of the Keanu Reeves-Forest Whitaker drama "The Night Watchman" for Fox Searchlight. Common will play the Gunsmith, an assassin with an unparalleled knowledge of firearms. In "Night Watchman," Common will play Coates, a heroin dealer from Belize posing as an undercover police officer.

The article announces that Matt Jackson has been appointed the senior vice president of the Kennedy/Marshall Co.

The article reports that Universal Pictures has picked up "The Overachievers," an adaptation of the Alexandra Robbins' nonfiction book, for Shawn Levy and his 21 Laps Entertainment banner. The Gotham Group also will produce the comedy, which Brian Gatewood and Alex Tanaka are writing. In the book, Robbins chronicles the lives of students in a Bethesda, Maryland, high school as they navigate the SAT and college-application process. "Overachievers" is the latest project set up by 21 Laps.

The article reports on the return of Shawn Levy as director of "The Way Back" for Fox Searchlight after his hit comedy "Night at the Museum." The story is written by Jim Rash and Nat Faxon which centers on a 15-year-old boy's passage into young adulthood. According to Claudia Lewis, president of production of Fox Searchlight, the comedy will make a perfect fit for Levy because he brings such vim and vigor to his comedies.

The article reports on the corporate restructuring of Lakeshore Entertainment Corp. in the U.S. of its executives at the international sales and distribution division. Marketing executive Robert Burke has been promoted to executive vice president for worldwide marketing, while Virginia Longmuir to executive vice president of international business and legal affairs. In addition, Jonathan Decker joined the company as senior vice president for international sales.

The article reports on the launch of an international motion picture department by Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. in response to the growing importance of the global cinema marketplace. The international motion picture production department will be led by Gareth Wigan and Deborah Schindler. The new department is expected to expand the studio's international production initiatives.

The article reports on the selection of actor Jonathan Tucker to cast in the film "The Ruins." This movie is Dreamworks SKG LLC's adaptation of the best-selling novel by Scott B. Smith. Ben Stiller and Stuart Cornfeld of Red Hour Films are producing along with Chris Bender. Tucker will collaborate with Academy Award winner director Paul Haggis.

The article reports on the selection of Kathy Bates to cast in the film "Revolutionary Road," directed by Sam Mendes for DreamWorks SKG LLC. Bates will reunite with "Titanic" co-stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. Other casts include David Harbour, Michael Shannon and Zoe Kazan. "Revolutionary Road" revolves around a suburban Connecticut couple whose relationship deteriorates into an endless cycle of squabbling, jealousy and recriminations.

The article presents information on Rogue Pictures buying the script of the film "B.F.F.," from husband and wife team of writers, Chad Gomez Creasey and Dara Resnik Creasey. It states that the two writers met at the Peter Stark Producing Program class of 2003, where they wrote a short film "Great Lengths," that won them two awards. The project, which will be produced by Babble Entertainment, is described as a raunchy teen romantic comedy.

The article reports on several actors including, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgard and Christine Baranski, joining the cast of the musical film "Mamma Mia!" It states that the Universal Pictures and Playtone Co.'s film is an adaptation of a popular musical by the Swedish band, ABBA. Information is provided on the film's screenplay written by Catherine Johnson. The film features 22 ABBA songs, and other works of Firth, Skarsgard, and Baranski.

The article presents information on the selection of an action-adventure script from writers, Damian Shannon and Mark Swift, by Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. It states that the script will be produced by Sam Raimi and Josh Donen through Buckaroo Entertainment. It discusses the project, whose title is still undisclosed, being an all-ages fantasy movie. Information on the project being a franchise potential for the studio, and the other works of Shannon and Swift, is also provided.

The article reports that Clive Owen is set to star in Columbia Pictures Industries Inc.'s film "The International." Directed by Tom Tykwer, the film has an original screenplay by Eric Singer. Owen will play an Interpol agent in the film. It discusses the story of the film which will be produced by Charles Roven and Richard Suckle.

The article presents information on Universal Pictures and producers, Christine Peters and Julia Roberts, hiring Mike Binder to adapt a novel for a film. The film, starring Roberts, will be based on Kate Jacob's novel "The Friday Night Knitting Club." It states that Binder has written and directed other films including "Reign Over Me, " and "Mad About Town."

The article presents information on the partnership between Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) and multihyphenate, Salma Hayek, and her partner, Jose Tamez, to develop and produce films based on Latin themes using Latin talent. The movies from the banner, Ventanazul, will be distributed and marketed using MGM's infrastructure. According to Hayek, the plan is to create an identity for the company that specializes in the Latino market without isolating the rest of the audience.

The article presents information about the personnel changes at Paramount Pictures Corp. Burt Berman has stepped down from the position of president of music to head the newly formed Village Roadshow Music Group. He has been replaced by Randy Spendlove, who will manage all music-related matters for the studio, including film scoring, music supervision and soundtrack production. Spendlove will report to Paramount president of production Brad Weston.

The article reports that DreamWorks Animation Inc. will produce the film "Master Mind," with actors Ben Stiller and Stuart Cornfeld producing it through their Red Hour Films banner. DreamWorks Animation veterans Cameron Hood and Kyle Jefferson will make their feature film directorial debut with the film. The film is a satirical take on the superhero genre centering on a supervillain who loses his exuberance after accidentally killing his archrival, Uberman, in the opening scene of the movie.

The article reports that the production companies Overture Films and Echo Lake Productions will jointly produce the film "105 Degrees and Rising." Director Jon Amiel will direct the film for which the script has been written by William M. Akers. The film's title is based on a secret code broadcast on Armed Forces Radio.

The article focuses on actor Darren Aronofsky, and reports that he is in final talks for Paramount Pictures Corp.'s drama "The Fighter." It is reported that the film is based on boxer Mickey Ward and his trainer brother Dick Eklund, whose screenplay was penned by Paul Tamasy and Eric Johnson. It is reported that Aronofsky is awaiting a rewrite by Paul Attanasio before signing on.

The article reports that Ricky Gervais and Greg Kinnear are starring in Dreamworks SKG LLC's romantic comedy "Ghost Town." It is reported that the movie is being produced by Gavin Polone, while David Koepp will direct it from a script he wrote with John Kamps. The film is being planned for October 2007 release. The film is reported to be focused on a dentist who dies during surgery and the dead people seek his help in contacting the living ones.

The article states that Artists Agency, after 36 years as a stand-alone agency, is merging with the expanding Marc Bass Agency Inc. (MBA). Artists Agency co-founders Michael Livingston and Jimmy Cota will join MBA, bringing with them a roster of longtime clients. They join MBA's existing roster of film, television and theater clients such as Mark Hamill, Bronson Pinchot, Candy Clark, and Cedric Yarbrough.

The article states that producer-directors Mike Tollin and Brian Robbins announced on March 12, 2007, that they are dissolving their nearly 15-year partnership to pursue separate projects. Both cited a desire to downsize what had become a monstrous operation, which most recently included a film deal at Walt Disney Pictures and a TV deal at NBC Universal TV Studio. TRP executive Charla Sumpter will join Robbins as his producing partner.

The article presents information on the motion picture "Unicorn." Motion picture production company Nickelodeon Movies has acquired the motion picture from script writer Joey Aucoin. Production company Smart Entertainment's John Jacobs will be producing, and Paramount Pictures Corp. will distribute the film. "Unicorn" is family comedy, which centers on a man who wakes up with a unicorn in his apartment.

The article reports on the selection of British newcomer Andrew Garfield as one of the leads in United Artists' ensemble drama "Lions for Lambs" in the U.S. Garfield will appear co-stars Robert Redford, Tom Cruise and Meryl Streep. It will be based on the screenplay by Matthew Michael Carnahan. He was tapped the most promising newcomer at he Critics Circle Theatre Awards and outstanding newcomer at the Evening Standard Awards for his work at the Royal National Theatre.

The article announces the first studio-based digital intermediate facility of Technicolor in Los Angeles, California. The facility of the company is set up on Culver City lot of Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. According to Gary Martin, president of production administration at Sony Pictures Entertainment, the facility will help filmmakers who face increasing time constraints to complete movies.