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Moore to Lead Netflix Rom‑Com from Obama’s Higher Ground
entertainment5 days ago

Moore to Lead Netflix Rom‑Com from Obama’s Higher Ground

Julianne Moore will star in and executive‑produce an untitled Netflix comedy from Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground, described as a multi‑generational romantic comedy in the vein of Crazy, Stupid, Love. The story follows a mother who, anxious about her daughter potentially moving away for a promotion, enlists the help of a suitable partner to keep her daughter at home. The ensemble four‑hander will add three more roles, with Maggie Sheridan writing the script.

via Variety|
#entertainment#higher-ground#julianne-moore
Obamas' Higher Ground charts independent path as Netflix pact ends
entertainment1 month ago

Obamas' Higher Ground charts independent path as Netflix pact ends

Barack and Michelle Obama's Higher Ground Productions will go independent after its Netflix first-look deal ends later this year, pursuing projects with HBO, Apple and other studios while continuing to have some Netflix titles in the pipeline; the founders say the move broadens their storytelling reach beyond Netflix after an eight-year partnership that yielded projects ranging from American Factory to Rustin and Our Great National Parks.

via New York Post|
#barack-obama#entertainment#higher-ground
Higher Ground Eyes Independence as Obama-Backed Netflix Deal Winds Down
business1 month ago

Higher Ground Eyes Independence as Obama-Backed Netflix Deal Winds Down

Higher Ground, the Obama-founded production company, is ending its eight-year Netflix first-look deal after producing 20+ projects, signaling a shift toward independent work with projects at HBO, Laika, Broadway and beyond. Despite leadership turnover, the split doesn’t rule out future Netflix collaborations, and the catalog includes titles like Leave the World Behind, American Factory and Rustin, with upcoming projects such as All the Sinners Bleed and The Altruists as well as kids’ series like Waffles + Mochi and Ada Twist.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#barack-obama#business#higher-ground
Higher Ground Charts an Independent Course Beyond Netflix Pact
entertainment1 month ago

Higher Ground Charts an Independent Course Beyond Netflix Pact

Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground production company is moving from an eight-year exclusive Netflix deal to an independent operation, enabling collaborations with multiple studios while Netflix remains a multiyear first-look partner; the move was announced at a Philadelphia event and follows a period of expanding projects beyond Netflix.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#film-tv#higher-ground
Higher Ground Charts an Independent Course After Netflix Pact
entertainment1 month ago

Higher Ground Charts an Independent Course After Netflix Pact

Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions will become independent after their current Netflix first-look deal expires later this year, with plans to work with multiple studios while continuing to collaborate with Netflix on existing projects; the company has been testing a sell-to-many approach with outfits like HBO, Apple, Amazon, FX, Disney and more, and remains involved in a slate that includes upcoming Netflix projects as well as non-Netflix ventures, plus Broadway work such as the Proof revival.

via Deadline|
#barack-obama#entertainment#higher-ground
Higher Ground to Co-Produce Broadway's Proof Revival
theater2 months ago

Higher Ground to Co-Produce Broadway's Proof Revival

Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's Higher Ground will co-produce Broadway's revival of Proof, the Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning play by David Auburn, starring Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle. The strictly limited 16-week engagement at the Booth Theatre begins March 31, with an April 16 opening; Jin Ha and Samira Wiley also star, marking Higher Ground's Broadway debut. Producers Mike Bosner and Thomas Kail are leading the project, and the Obamas say Proof explores brilliance, doubt, and legacy while expanding Higher Ground's work from film/TV/podcasts into theater.

via Deadline|
#ayo-edebiri#broadway#don-cheadle
Barack and Michelle Obama Launch Broadway Producing Debut on Proof Revival
entertainment2 months ago

Barack and Michelle Obama Launch Broadway Producing Debut on Proof Revival

Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions are making their Broadway producing debut with a revival of David Auburn’s Pulitzer- and Tony-winning Proof, starring Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri and directed by Thomas Kail. The limited 16-week engagement at the Booth Theatre runs from March 31 with opening night April 16, marking the Obamas’ first Broadway producing venture and expanding Higher Ground’s media portfolio into live theatre.

via variety.com|
#ayo-edebiri#broadway#entertainment
film1 year ago

Netflix and Higher Ground Acquire 'King of Ashes' Rights

Netflix, Amblin Entertainment, and Higher Ground have secured the rights to adapt S.A. Cosby's upcoming novel "King of Ashes" into a TV series after a competitive auction involving up to 12 bids. The book, a family crime drama with elements reminiscent of "The Godfather," will be developed by Amblin and Higher Ground, with Netflix providing backing. The novel is set to be released next summer as part of a three-book deal with Flatiron Books.

via Variety|
#amblin-entertainment#film#higher-ground
"Obama's Netflix Debut Sparks Controversy and Backlash"
entertainment2 years ago

"Obama's Netflix Debut Sparks Controversy and Backlash"

Former First Lady Michelle Obama visited CAA in Los Angeles for meetings with her production company Higher Ground, which recently had success with the Netflix film "Leave the World Behind." The Obamas have several upcoming projects, including film adaptations of "Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom" and "All the Sinners Bleed," as well as the rom-com "Fling."

via Variety|
#caa#entertainment#higher-ground
Controversy Surrounds Obama's 'Leave the World Behind' Film, Accused of Demonizing Whites
entertainment2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Obama's 'Leave the World Behind' Film, Accused of Demonizing Whites

Former President Barack Obama is facing backlash over a scene in the film "Leave the World Behind," which he consulted on and was produced by his company, Higher Ground. The scene features a Black couple discussing trust during a crisis, with one line stating that trust should not be easily given to anyone, especially white people. Some viewers criticized the scene as demonizing white people and racist, while others praised it for addressing important themes. The film, based on a novel, explores societal tensions and trust issues during a blackout, sparking discussions on race and societal dynamics.

via Hindustan Times|
#barack-obama#controversy#entertainment
"Obamas' Hollywood Company: A Vision Beyond Masterpiece Theatre"
entertainment2 years ago

"Obamas' Hollywood Company: A Vision Beyond Masterpiece Theatre"

Barack and Michelle Obama's production company, Higher Ground, is releasing three new films on Netflix that explore different genres and themes, signaling a departure from their previous feel-good brand. The films include "Leave the World Behind," a thought-provoking exploration of mistrust and empathy during a crisis, "Rustin," a biopic about gay civil-rights-era activist Bayard Rustin, and "American Symphony," a documentary about musician Jon Batiste and his partner. The Obamas aim to showcase complex storytelling that reflects the tensions in society, emphasizing that their productions don't have to fit the traditional mold of Masterpiece Theatre or PBS.

via The New York Times|
#barack-obama#entertainment#higher-ground
Netflix and Higher Ground Acquire Jon Batiste Doc 'American Symphony' for Oscar Run
entertainment2 years ago

Netflix and Higher Ground Acquire Jon Batiste Doc 'American Symphony' for Oscar Run

Netflix has acquired the documentary film "American Symphony," directed by Matthew Heineman, which follows musician Jon Batiste during his professional success while his wife battles leukemia. The film, promoted with a major Oscar campaign, will be released this year and is backed by Barack and Michelle Obama's production company, Higher Ground. Heineman, known for his acclaimed documentaries, presents his most commercial film yet. Netflix also has two other documentaries, "The Deepest Breath" and "Stamped From the Beginning," in contention for the best documentary feature Oscar this season.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#american-symphony#documentary#entertainment
Spotify shuts down live audio feature after failed experiment.
audio-industry3 years ago

Spotify shuts down live audio feature after failed experiment.

Spotify Live, the live audio app, is shutting down as the post-pandemic era has not been kind to live audio. The number of monthly active users on Clubhouse has dropped by 82%, and companies that followed in its footsteps have largely abandoned their pursuits. The Obamas' Higher Ground has signed a separate deal with Acast, which will distribute their podcasts across other platforms. iHeart has signed On Purpose with Jay Shetty, a megahit wellness podcast.

via The Verge|
#acast#audio-industry#clubhouse