Eric Brown
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Eric Brown is an IBTimes reporter who eats far too much pizza. He is a graduate of Mercer University in Macon, Georgia, and currently resides in Brooklyn.
Are You Experienced? Casting Ideas For Soderbergh's Escort Series
Steven Soderbergh is adapting “The Girlfriend Experience” as a Starz anthology series. Here are 13 casting suggestions inspired by notable portrayals of prostitutes in the past.
Disney Won't Pursue Vice Media Deal, Insiders Say
A New York Times report has the Walt Disney Company considering a stake in Vice Media, but insiders say Disney has no such plans.
'Maleficent' Tops Chinese Box Office, But Not For Long
Three weeks after its U.S. premiere, "Maleficent" nabbed the top spot at the Chinese box office, taking in $20.3 million in its opening weekend.
China's Biggest Film Company Announces $739 Million IPO
The state-run China Film Group detailed a plan to sell 25 percent of the company for a total of 467 million new shares.
'Looper' Director Rian Johnson To Helm 'Star Wars: Episode VIII'
After establishing himself as a talented sci-fi director with "Looper," Rian Johnson has accepted the job of helming "Star Wars: Episode VIII."
'Better Call Saul' Hasn't Premiered Yet, But It's Already Getting A Second Season
AMC has pushed back the "Breaking Bad" prequel until early 2015, but ordered a second season in a show of confidence.
Who Is Ron Paul? Ask John Galt
The 78-year-old politician and libertarian icon will appear in "Atlas Shrugged: Who Is John Galt."
Netflix To Debut Chelsea Handler Late-Night Show
The "Chelsea Lately" host will helm her own Netflix talk show when her contract with E! expires.
Gregg Allman Faces Third Lawsuit Over 'Midnight Rider' Train Accident
Another victim of the train accident that killed a camera assistant on the "Midnight Rider" set has sued Gregg Allman and other producers.
Unicode New Emoji Get A Thumbs Down On Diversity
Users are about to get 250 new emoji including a raised middle finger and the Vulcan salute, but what they won’t find are people of color.
Balancing Art And Profit At The Shanghai International Film Festival
Now in its 17th year, the Shanghai International Film Festival offers competing visions for the future of Chinese cinema.
Oriental DreamWorks Moves Beyond Animation
DreamWorks Animation's Chinese joint venture is pushing into live-action films by partnering with “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” scribe Wang Huiling.
'Godzilla' Makes Short Work Of Chinese Box Office
A month after "Godzilla" topped the U.S. box office, the King of the Monsters earned Warner Bros. its biggest opening weekend in China.'Godzilla' Opening Day Smashes Chinese Box Office
The King of the Monsters rakes in $10.9 million on Friday, making it China's biggest opening day of 2014.
James Franco And Seth Rogen Are Out To Kill Kim Jong-Un
After turning the Biblical apocalypse into a buddy comedy, Franco and Rogen set out to kill North Korea's Dear Leader.
Former NYT Editor Jill Abramson To Teach At Harvard This Fall
Jill Abramson, the ousted former executive editor of the New York Times, will begin teaching at Harvard University this fall.
'22 Jump Street' And 'How To Train Your Dragon' Set To Share Box Office Wealth
"22 Jump Street" and "How To Train Your Dragon 2" both hit box offices this weekend, but instead of squaring off, they could both walk away winners.
Chinese Audiences Souring On Hollywood Sequels
Hollywood studios are facing stiffer competition from homegrown Chinese films.
Legendary Teams With Zhang Yimou For 'Great Wall' Chinese Co-Production
Legendary Pictures has brought Chinese director Zhang Yimou onboard their upcoming co-produced blockbuster, "Great Wall."
6 Emmy Submissions That Won't Land Nominations
Bill Murray may be a living legend, but he's not going to win an Emmy for a 40-second cameo on "Alpha House."
