PBS SoCal and Variety take you inside the biggest movies and T.V. shows of the past year through candid conversations with today's hottest actors. Hosted by Variety Film Awards Editor Clayton Davis and Variety Chief Correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister, each episode brings together pairs of actors engaging in intimate one-on-one discussions about their craft and work.
In Tokyo, there is a place called Velude Way. It is a district notorious for its performers and theatrical groups. Izumi Tachibana, who was previously a stage actress, arrives with a letter that reads, "Full of debt! Zero customers! Only one actor!" It describes the current state of the once-popular theater group Mankai Company. Her task is to rebuild the company to its former glory as the new owner and chief director.
Record of Youth follows the lives of three young individuals in the entertainment industry as they chase their dreams, face obstacles, and navigate love and friendship. It explores topics such as the pressures of fame, the sacrifices required to succeed, and the personal growth that comes with pursuing one's passions.
Set in a small, rural town, the show is about two friends, actors Zo In-sung and Cha Tae-hyun, running a supermarket for 10 days. They not only sell goods, but also operate small restaurant, where they cook and serve dishes. The two actors, who lived their whole lives in the city, experience life in the small town and blend into the neighborhood.
Akafuji Yuichiro, a popular and handsome actor, and Aoyagi Hajime, a former popular child actor are chosen to play the double lead roles in the live-action adaptation of an extremely popular BL manga. They start living together in order to prepare for the role and get publicity, but Akafuji's cold attitude toward Aoyagi leads to misunderstandings, even though Akafuji has a deep crush on Aoyagi...
Naomi Watanabe hosts a reality show in which eight young actors perform kissing scenes in a drama. Then the camera follows them to see if sparks fly!
The story of the cult horror empire through interviews with cast, crew, and horror icons such as Don Mancini, Brad Dourif, Jennifer Tilly, Catherine Hicks, Chris Sarandon, John Waters, Fiona Dourif, Perrey Reeves, Gerrit Graham, David Kirschner, and dozens more.
After losing his daughter, Howard retreats from life and writes letters to Love, Time, and Death. Unexpectedly, he receives responses and begins to see how these concepts are connected, finding moments of meaning and beauty in his journey of grief.
In Wyrd Sisters, a coven of witches find themselves in a struggle against an evil duchess and duke who have taken control of the kingdom. With the help of a group of actors and a court jester, the witches must navigate a fantasy world filled with secret identities, revenge, and royal intrigue to restore balance to the land.
JTBC's Gamsung Camping, first aired on the 13th of October in Korea, is a real variety show where Park Narae, Ahn Young Mi, Park So Dam, MAMAMOO Solar, and Son Naeun spend a fun camping time visiting different camping grounds in South Korea.
The cast of an old 1980s space-adventure television series, Galaxy Quest, spend most of their days attending fan conventions and making promotional appearances. However, they are recruited by an alien race called the Thermians to help defend both Earth and the Thermians from a reptilian warlord named Roth'h'Har Sarris. The cast, thinking it's just another job, joins forces with the Thermians and embarks on a real space adventure. They must learn to work together and use their skills to overcome challenges and defeat Sarris. In the end, they succeed and the cast members are hailed as heroes. The experience inspires a sequel series and the universe of Galaxy Quest expands.
Rehearsals is a TV show set in Israel that follows the lives of a group of theater actors as they navigate the challenges of rehearsals and their own personal relationships. Amidst the chaos of the theater world, the actors deal with break-ups, method acting, and the pressure to deliver outstanding performances.
1950s. Under the communist regime, a struggling actor joins the KGB as an informant to make ends meet. He quickly finds himself caught up in a dangerous web of deceit and treachery.
Zhong Da Tian owns a calefare agency which engages extras for various drama productions. Today’s shoot involves a military ambush on field. The Assistant Director (AD), Jeremy demands for twenty young lads to show up in three hours’ time. In a scurry, Da Tian rushes to the broadcasting station to get help. Whilst doing so, he chances upon super fan Edgar, who readily agrees to play calefare at the thought of getting closer to his idol. Gao Mei’s friend, Mei Yi turns up on set to meet Gao Mei. Despite her lack of confidence over the birthmark on her face, Mei Yi eventually agrees to help after Gao Mei’s relentless persuasion. Ever since his mother passed on, Da Tian’s son, Di Long spends most of his time unemployed and idling. When he asks for allowance, Da Tian seizes the opportunity to make him one of his talents. Thereon, this group of extras set foot on their acting journey, where the struggles of being a calefare await.
Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy is a documentary that delves into the creation of the iconic horror movie series Nightmare on Elm Street. It explores the making of each film in the franchise, the influence of writer and director Wes Craven, and the enduring legacy of the character Freddy Krueger. The documentary features interviews with the cast and crew, behind-the-scenes footage, and insights into the impact of the films on the horror genre.
A-listed actors under the spotlight become farmers under the sunlight
Baghead follows four aspiring actors who retreat to a cabin in the woods to write and film their own movie. However, their creative process is disrupted when they start to be stalked by a person wearing a paper bag over their head. As tensions rise and paranoia sets in, they must figure out who is behind the mask and what their intentions are. The film explores themes of friendship, ambition, and the blurred line between reality and fiction.
Made-for-television documentary about Daniel Radcliffe and his role as Harry Potter.
Intervista is a surreal, nonlinear mockumentary that explores the world of filmmaking through the eyes of a film crew. Set in Cinecittà, the famous movie studio in Rome, Italy, the film follows a director and his team as they interview a famous actor and reminisce about their past works. The narrative is filled with dream sequences, flashbacks, and artistic creations, blurring the lines between reality and fiction.