Actors and Actresses – Page 154

With Striking Actors Off-Limits, Directors Get Their Close-Ups

Since striking movie stars are not allowed to promote studio films, filmmakers unexpectedly, and in some cases uneasily, have the spotlight to themselves.

By Julia Jacobs

Actors and Actresses Barrymore, Drew CBS Corporation Strikes Television The Drew Barrymore Show (TV Program)

Drew Barrymore Pauses Show’s Return Until End of Strike

The host had defended restarting production on Friday despite the writers’ strike, but changed course on Sunday, saying, “I have listened to everyone.”

By Julia Jacobs

Actors and Actresses Dunham, Lena Lithgow, John Philanthropy Writing and Writers

A Quirky Auction to Support Crew Members Affected By the Writers Strike

Lena Dunham will paint a mural in your home. Adam Scott will walk your dog. Natasha Lyonne will help you finish the Sunday crossword.

By Jessica Roy

Actors and Actresses Kendrick, Anna Movies Pine, Chris Scott Thomas, Kristin Sher, Stacey Toronto International Film Festival Wolfhard, Finn

Actors Seeking Stability Turn to Directing at the Toronto Festival

Movies directed by actors were prominent at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival. Could the reasons they’re striking also underlie the career move?

By Soraya Roberts