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Big Little Lies (miniseries)
''Big Little Lies'' is an American psychological dark comedy drama television series based on the 2014 novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty. Created and written by David E. Kelley, it aired on HBO from February 19, 2017, to July 21, 2019, encompassing 14 episodes and two seasons, although it was originally billed as a miniseries. Jean-Marc Vallée directed the first season, while Andrea Arnold directed the second season. In November 2023, Nicole Kidman stated a third season would be made. ''Big Little Lies'' stars Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Shailene Woodley, Laura Dern, and Zoë Kravitz as five women in Monterey, California, who become embroiled in a homicide investigation. Alexander Skarsgård, Adam Scott, James Tupper and Jeffrey Nordling also feature in supporting roles. For season 2, Meryl Streep joined the cast while Kathryn Newton and Iain Armitage were upgraded from season 1. The series has received critical acclaim, particularly for its writing, directi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Psychological Drama
Psychological drama, or psychodrama, is a Genre, subgenre of Drama (film and television), drama and psychological fiction literatures that generally focuses upon the emotional, mental, and psychological development of the protagonists and other characters within the narrative, which is highlighted by the drama. It is widely known as one of the main subgenres of psychological fiction; the subgenre is commonly used for films and television series. Discussion of the subgenre The roots of the subgenre can be traced back to the early 20th century, emerging from a rich tapestry of literature that focused on the inner workings of the mind. As cinema evolved, filmmakers began to see the potential for the medium to explore complex psychological themes and narratives. Characteristics Similar with these psychological genres, but rather than using imagery to provoke fear, suspense or terror, they utilize dramatic settings to elicit a Shock value, strong, emotional value from audiences. P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Iain Armitage
Iain Armitage (born July 15, 2008) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Sheldon Cooper in '' Young Sheldon'', a spin-off prequel to ''The Big Bang Theory'', from 2017 to 2024. He also played Ziggy Chapman in '' Big Little Lies'' (2017–2019) and voiced young Shaggy Rogers in '' Scoob!'' (2020) and Chase in '' Paw Patrol: The Movie'' (2021). Early life and career Armitage resides in Arlington, Virginia, and is the son of the Scottish actor Euan Morton, who was born in Borrowstounness, Scotland, and American theater producer Lee Armitage. He is the grandson of former United States Deputy Secretary of State Richard Lee Armitage. Armitage first gained prominence appearing in the YouTube series ''Iain Loves Theatre,'' where he reviews musical theatre shows. His videos' success caught the attention of the theater industry and led to him receiving offers from agents. In 2015, he served as a correspondent for Perez Hilton during the 2015 Tony Awards and was r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Psychological Fiction
In literature, psychological fiction (also psychological realism) is a narrative genre that emphasizes interior characterization and motivation to explore the spiritual, emotional, and mental lives of its Character (arts), characters. The mode of narration examines the reasons for the behaviours of the character, which propel the Plot (narrative), plot and explain the Narrative, story. Psychological realism is achieved with deep explorations and explanations of the mental states of the character's inner person, usually through Narration, narrative modes such as stream of consciousness and Flashback (narrative), flashbacks. Early examples Yingying's Biography by Yuan Zhen, written in 9th-century Tang China, is a pioneering work of psychological fiction in the form of a short story (Chuanqi (short story and novella), ''chuanqi''). ''The Tale of Genji'' by Lady Murasaki, written in 11th-century Japan, was and is considered by many, including Jorge Luis Borges, as the first full-leng ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blossom Films
Blossom Films is a production company founded by American-born Australian actress Nicole Kidman in 2010. The first production by the company was the film '' Rabbit Hole'', based on the play of the same name by David Lindsay-Abaire. Their logo features a blossom tree growing. History In 2010, Kidman launched the production company Blossom Films together with Per Saari. The first project was '' Rabbit Hole'' starring Nicole Kidman, Dianne Wiest and Aaron Eckhart, followed by ''Monte Carlo'' starring Selena Gomez and Leighton Meester. The company also produced a film adaption of '' The Family Fang'' starring Jason Bateman and Kidman. In June 2018, Blossom films signed a first-look deal with Amazon Studios for features, television series and digital content. Under the pact, Amazon and Kidman's Blossom Films will develop original series that will be available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, as well as movies for theatrical release. Upcoming projects In May 2019, Hulu gave a strai ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hello Sunshine (company)
Hello Sunshine is an American media company founded by actress Reese Witherspoon and Strand Equity founder and managing partner Seth Rodsky in 2016. History In 2000, Witherspoon founded production company Type A Films, which she merged with Bruna Papandrea's Make Movies banner to create a new production company entitled Pacific Standard in 2012. Together, they produced the Oscar-nominated films '' Gone Girl'' and '' Wild'', and the HBO drama series '' Big Little Lies''. In 2016, Witherspoon and Papandrea split up, with Witherspoon gaining full control over the company. In November 2016, Witherspoon and Seth Rodsky formed Hello Sunshine as a joint venture with Otter Media, the joint venture between media executive Peter Chernin's The Chernin Group and AT&T, with a focus on telling female-driven stories on film, TV and digital platforms. Pacific Standard has since become a subsidiary of the company. The company hired media and tech industry executive Kerry Tucker to lead as CE ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Single-camera Setup
In filmmaking, television production and video production, the single-camera setup or single-camera mode of production (also known as portable single crew, portable single camera or single-cam) is a method in which all of the various shots and camera angles are taken using the same camera. The single-camera setup originally developed during the birth of the Classical Hollywood cinema in the 1910s and has remained the standard mode of production for cinema. In television production, both single-camera and multiple-camera setup, multiple-camera methods are commonly used. Description In this setup, all of the various shots and camera angles are taken using the same camera, or multiple cameras pointed in one direction, which are moved and reset to get a new angle. If a scene cuts back and forth between actor A and actor B, the director will first point the camera toward A and run part or all of the scene from this angle, then move the camera to point at B, relight, and then run the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jim Frohna
Jim Frohna is an American cinematographer and director, best known for his work on the ground-breaking, award-winning Amazon series '' Transparent'' and ''I Love Dick'' as well as the Apple TV+ series '' Shrinking'' and the Emmy-winning HBO show '' Big Little Lies''. Early life and education Frohna was born and raised in Greendale, Wisconsin. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, then transferred to New York University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Tisch School of the Arts. Career Frohna's work as a director of photography is known for conveying a palpable sense of intimacy and for capturing the female gaze. In a 2014 IndieWire interview for ''Transparent'', cast members praised Frohna's approach:"Jim is probably the most intuitive irector of photographyI've ever worked with. He knows before you know where the action is going to go. During this one scene with an argument, he was lying in the floor just covered in sweat afterward. H ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yves Bélanger (cinematographer)
Yves Bélanger (born July 7, 1960) is a Canadian cinematographer. He has worked on films by directors such as Alain DesRochers, Xavier Dolan and Clint Eastwood, and he was a frequent collaborator of Jean-Marc Vallée. In 2016, he received a Canadian Screen Award for Best Cinematography for his work in ''Brooklyn''. Life and career Bélanger grew up in Sainte-Foy, Quebec. He first became interested in film at eight years old when his father showed him '' 2001: A Space Odyssey'', and he began making short films when he was 13. He studied film at Concordia University, where he contemplated becoming a director or cinematographer, ultimately deciding on the latter. He graduated with a BFA in 1984. Bélanger began working as a cinematographer in 1989, working initially on music videos before moving to advertising. He started working on films and television series in 1995, alongside directors including Alain DesRochers, Jean-Claude Lord and Alan Metter. He first became recognized i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Monterey, California
Monterey ( ; ) is a city situated on the southern edge of Monterey Bay, on the Central Coast (California), Central Coast of California. Located in Monterey County, California, Monterey County, the city occupies a land area of and recorded a population of 30,218 in the 2020 United States census, 2020 census. The city was founded by the Spanish Empire, Spanish in 1770, when Gaspar de Portolá and Junípero Serra established the Presidio of Monterey, California, Presidio of Monterey and the Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo (Monterey, California), Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo. Monterey was elevated to capital of the the Californias, Province of the Californias in 1777, servings as the administrative and military headquarters of both Alta California and Baja California, as well as its only official port of entry. Following the Mexican War of Independence, Monterey continued as the capital of the Mexican The_Californias#Department_of_Mexico, Department of the Californias. During t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nathan Ross (producer)
Nathan Ross is an American film and television producer. Personal life Ross grew up in Northbrook, Il and graduated from Glenbrook North High School. He is an Indiana University and University of Illinois Chicago - School of Law graduate. Prior to becoming a producer, he was an agent at ICM Partners from 2003 to 2010, primarily representing directors and screenwriters for film. He was profiled by ''The Hollywood Reporter'' in November 2008 in their "Next Gen 35 Under 35", which recognizes entertainment executives in their yearly issue. Mr. Ross is on the board for the Palm Springs International Film Festival/Society. Film production Ross was an executive producer on ''Dallas Buyers Club'' (starring Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto, both of whom won Academy Awards for their performances) alongside his directing partner, Jean-Marc Vallée. It was released by Focus Features on November 1, 2013, and won three Academy Awards, and was nominated for six in total (including ''Bes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gregg Fienberg
Gregg Fienberg (born September 12, 1960) is an American television producer and director. He worked on the Western drama '' Deadwood'' in both capacities and received a Directors Guild of America Award and two Emmy Award nominations for the series. He was an Emmy nominated producer for the mystery series ''Twin Peaks''. He was also the executive producer and unit production manager for the HBO series ''True Blood''. Biography Fienberg was born and raised in Southern California, and is the third of four children. Early career He was a producer for the 1984 film ''Voice in Exile''. He worked on several music videos in the early 1990s and worked with Madonna, Michael Jackson and U2. In 1990 made his television debut with the series ''Twin Peaks''. Fienberg served as a production manager and producer for the first season. Fienberg and the production staff were nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series at the 42nd Primetime Emmy Awards. He returned as a production ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bruna Papandrea
Bruna Papandrea (born 1971) is an Australian film and television producer and the founder of production company Made Up Stories. Prior to Made Up Stories, Papandrea co-founded the production company Pacific Standard with Reese Witherspoon. Early life and education Papandrea was raised in Adelaide, South Australia, by a single mother. Career She moved to New York City in the 1990s after establishing a career in film production. She briefly returned to Australia to produce the 2000 film '' Better Than Sex'', which was nominated for the AFI Award for Best Film, before moving to London in 2001. She served as a production executive at the film studio Mirage Enterprises and later returned to New York to work for GreeneStreet Films, a production company for independent films, as a creative director. At GreeneStreet she executive produced the 2006 romantic comedy '' Wedding Daze'' before joining another independent production company, Groundswell Productions, in Los Angeles in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
