American actor, known for dark, unconventional roles
Morton says she was the original voice of Samantha in The Odyssey but was recast with Scarlett Johansson in post-production. The film has earned five Oscar nominations and won Best Original Screenplay. Morton recalls the experience and notes the emotional impact of being replaced.
Venice has announced its lineup with new titles and a slate that mirrors Cannes in its mix of international cinema and documentaries. TIFF has revealed more than 60 films for its gala and special presentations, signaling its role as a key market ahead of the fall awards race. The two festivals showcase a mix of traditional studio projects and bold indie filmmaking.
The indictment unsealed in Chicago alleges Cloth solicited over $100 million from investors for film and entertainment projects, but diverted funds to other ventures and to repay earlier investors. He faces seven counts of wire fraud and forfeiture of more than $12 million; investors are urged to contact the FBI if they believe they were harmed.