Amplification
Highlighting and uplifting Latine-related accomplishments and announcements across television, film and other disciplines, along with findings and interrogations about the industry.
‘Argentina, 1985’ Filmmaker Santiago Mitre Signs With CAA
Argentinian filmmaker Santiago Mitre (Argentina, 1985) has signed with CAA for representation.
‘Public Defenders’ Comedy From Eddie Quintana & McG Lands Pilot Order At ABC
The network has handed a pilot order to single-camera comedy Public Defenders, from Acapulco and Duncanville writer Eddie Quintana and McG.
‘Gordita Chronicles’ Creator Claudia Forestieri Signs With CAA
Forestieri created and executive produced the HBO Max series Gordita Chronicles, produced by Zoe Saldana, Cisely Saldana, and Mariel Saldana under their Cinestar banner, and directed and executive produced by Eva Longoria.
Eugenio Derbez & Ben Odell Set Influencer Comedy Series At Prime Video
Eugenio Derbez and Ben Odell have set the comedy series Put@s Redes Sociales at Prime Video, starring Paulina Gaitán and Azul Guaita. Jorge Ulloa directs the series which explores human relationships in the era of likes.
WME Signs Alejandra Vasquez & Sam Osborn, Filmmakers Behind Sundance-Bound Doc ‘Going Varsity In Mariachi’
Alejandra Vasquez and Sam Osborn, the directors behind the Sundance-bound feature documentary Going Varsity in Mariachi, have signed with WME.
Writers-Producers Dan Hernandez & Benji Samit Ink Overall Deal With 20th TV Animation & ABC Signature
Writing-producing duo Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit, showrunners on Hulu’s adult animated comedy Koala Man, which premieres today, have extended their relationship with 20th Television Animation with a new joint multi-year overall deal at the animation unit as well as sibling ABC Signature for live-action projects. The new pact succeeds duo’s 20th Television overall deal for live-action and animated series.
‘Ponyboi’ First Look: Dylan O’Brien and Victoria Pedretti Lead Queer Sex Worker Drama
Dylan O’Brien is a bloody mess in the upcoming drama “Ponyboi.” Based on the 2019 award-winning short film of the same name, “Ponyboi” stars O’Brien, Victoria Pedretti, and Indya Moore, with writer-director River Gallo leading the feature.
‘Lopez Vs. Lopez’ Gets Full-Season Order At NBC
NBC has ordered an additional nine episodes of its new hit comedy series Lopez vs Lopez, bringing the first season total to 22 episodes.
‘Wednesday’ Summons Record-Breaking Debut Week On Netflix With 341.23M Hours Viewed
Wednesday has summoned a new record for Netflix. The supernatural series drew a whopping 341.23M hours viewed in its first week on the streamer, soaring to the top of the TV charts.
Irene Cara Dies: ‘Flashdance’ Oscar Winner & Star Of ‘Fame’ Was 63
Sad notice on a Thanksgiving weekend. Irene Cara has died at age 63, per her publicist. The Oscar-winning singer was best known for the Flashdance theme “What A Feeling” and for starring in Fame and singing that film’s unforgettable title song. Her cause of death hasn’t yet been divulged.