Roger Corman’s Quarantine Film Festival

Master filmmaker Roger Corman, who has discovered more film talent – writer, directors, actors, set designers, the works – than anybody else we can think of, is looking to discover another star – an indie filmmaker who can make everybody who sees their work go “Wow!” even when it’s shot while social distancing at home.

Even munchman’s gonna take a stab at this one. How about you?

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Cartoon: Noticing

We couldn’t help noticing this little gem from TVWriter™’s all-time favorite artist/philosopher, Grant Snider.

A great example of why y’all should buy his newest book, amiright?

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Indie Streaming Sites & the New Distribution World

Everything we all need to know about how we’ll be watching “TV” next week. (Or maybe even today.)

Hey, it’s a stream, yeah? Cut us some slack, okay?

by Kate Erbland

With streaming dominating the industry — and suddenly becoming the “new normal” in a changing world — IndieWire is taking a closer look at the news cycle, breaking down what really matters to provide a clear picture of what companies are winning the streaming wars, and how they’re pulling ahead.

By looking at trends and the latest developments, Streaming Wars Report: Indie Edition offers a snapshot of what’s happening overall and day-to-day in streaming for the indie set. Check out the latest Streaming Wars Report for updates to the bigger players in the industry. read article

Herbie J Pilato’s Thoughts About a Certain ‘Bionic Woman’

EXCLUSIVE: My Perceptions Of “The Bionic Woman” — And Beyond
by Herbie J Pilato

I will never forget the first time I saw The Bionic Woman television series.

Lindsay Wagner portrayed Jaime Sommers in a new spin-off from The Six Million Dollar Man, which featured Lee Majors. read article

‘I Will Judge You By Your Bookshelf’ awaits your perusal!

Time now for a few words from TVWriter™’s favorite cartoonist philosopher about his latest book of…you guessed it…PICTURES.

by Grant Snider

I WILL JUDGE YOU BY YOUR BOOKSHELF is out today! It’s strange to be sharing a new book in these difficult and uncertain times. My hope is that everyone who is able to is staying safe at home and reading lots of books. And my heart goes out to those who are on the front lines of the pandemic, making it possible for everyone else to stay inside. read article