Benigni Aims To Bring Pinocchio To Life On Screen
Roberto Benigni, famed for Life is Beautiful, leads the Pinocchio film project with Nicoletta Braschi, aiming for a simple and entertaining adaptation. The $40 million production, one of Italy’s costliest, was shot largely in secrecy, with Piovani’s score and Fellini ties noted.
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San Francisco Opera projects 7.7 million deficit for 2002
San Francisco Opera forecasts a 7.7 million deficit for the 2002 fiscal year citing a Bay Area recession and the Sept. 11 impact. Executive noted a 2.5 million drop in single ticket sales tied to 9/11. Two thirds of shows opened after the attacks between September and November.
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Gaiman Sues McFarlane Over Spawn Co Creation Claims
A jury ruling in a US District Court case pits Neil Gaiman against Todd McFarlane over co creation credits in early Spawn issues. The dispute centers on Medieval Spawn Cogliostro and Angela with later claims involving Miracleman as well. The panel must decide owed damages and credit for the writers and artists involved.
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ABC Picks Up Full Seasons for 8 Simple Rules and Bonnie
ABC renewed the back nine episodes for 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter and Life with Bonnie, promising a full season run. ABC Entertainment president Susan Lyne praised the comedies for delivering a solid Tuesday night block and confidence in continued success.
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Emmy winner Brad Garrett to star as Gleason in CBS biopic
Emmy winner Brad Garrett explains his transformation to play Jackie Gleason in the CBS biopic Gleason airing Oct 13. Directors note the actor’s deep study, including a three hour daily prosthetic process, to capture Gleason’s facial expressions and larger‑than‑life persona.
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