What intrigued you about this Gala Film shortform series?
Honestly, it was the idea of finally being able to work within this format, with such phenomenal directors, as well as talent. I’ve always wanted to play a character as tough as Detective Thompson. She’s someone who has risen within the ranks due to her intelligence and an ability that matches that of a hacker named Grimm (played by show creator David Bianchi).
Was preparation for this different from your other TV work?
Definitely. This felt more similar to a film set. I have to immediately refer to Bianchi, because he really set the tone. Having a creative that’s not just your writer, but also wearing many other hats, it’s a true testament to their ability when they can pull something off like this within such a short period of time. From the word go, we had...
Honestly, it was the idea of finally being able to work within this format, with such phenomenal directors, as well as talent. I’ve always wanted to play a character as tough as Detective Thompson. She’s someone who has risen within the ranks due to her intelligence and an ability that matches that of a hacker named Grimm (played by show creator David Bianchi).
Was preparation for this different from your other TV work?
Definitely. This felt more similar to a film set. I have to immediately refer to Bianchi, because he really set the tone. Having a creative that’s not just your writer, but also wearing many other hats, it’s a true testament to their ability when they can pull something off like this within such a short period of time. From the word go, we had...
- 5/30/2024
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: The comedy duo of Mimi Davila (Problemista) and Laura Di Lorenzo (Selena: The Series)—who perform as The Chonga Girls— are set to write, star and co-executive produce an eponymous multi-camera comedy series in development at CBS Studios, Deadline has learned exclusively.
The project hails from Marlena Rodriguez who will serve as writer and showrunner. Additionally, Rodriguez will EP alongside Wilmer Valderrama and Kaitlin Saltzman under his Wv Entertainment banner, and Al Madrigal.
The Chonga Girls follows two dangerously confident childhood friends, Mimi and Laura, who move from Miami to Hollywood to realize their dream of becoming famous. But, much to their surprise, they find themselves working at the makeup counter for a department store right off the Walk of Fame.
L-r: Marlena Rodriguez, Wilmer Valderrama, Kaitlin Saltzman and Al Madrigal
Davila is a Cuban/Bulgarian actress, comedian and writer who, alongside her best friend Di Lorenzo,...
The project hails from Marlena Rodriguez who will serve as writer and showrunner. Additionally, Rodriguez will EP alongside Wilmer Valderrama and Kaitlin Saltzman under his Wv Entertainment banner, and Al Madrigal.
The Chonga Girls follows two dangerously confident childhood friends, Mimi and Laura, who move from Miami to Hollywood to realize their dream of becoming famous. But, much to their surprise, they find themselves working at the makeup counter for a department store right off the Walk of Fame.
L-r: Marlena Rodriguez, Wilmer Valderrama, Kaitlin Saltzman and Al Madrigal
Davila is a Cuban/Bulgarian actress, comedian and writer who, alongside her best friend Di Lorenzo,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Ahead of their panel at San Diego Comic-Con this year, check out our exclusive reveal of the latest trailer for Rzr.
Rachel Smythe’s Webtoon sensation Lore Olympus took home the award for “Best Webcomic,” marking the series’ second consecutive win.
“Comic-Con is proud to announce the nominees for the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards 2023. The nominations are for works published between January 1 and December 31, 2022 and were chosen by a blue-ribbon panel of judges. Once again, this year’s nominees in 32 categories reflect the wide range of material being published in the U.S. today in comics and graphic novels, representing some 150 print and online titles from over 50 publishers, produced by creators from all over the world.”
Discover more here
Two new Lego sets based on the upcoming Ahsoka series have been revealed, showcasing some iconic ships from deep Star Wars lore.
“Today at San Diego Comic-Con, the Lego Group...
Rachel Smythe’s Webtoon sensation Lore Olympus took home the award for “Best Webcomic,” marking the series’ second consecutive win.
“Comic-Con is proud to announce the nominees for the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards 2023. The nominations are for works published between January 1 and December 31, 2022 and were chosen by a blue-ribbon panel of judges. Once again, this year’s nominees in 32 categories reflect the wide range of material being published in the U.S. today in comics and graphic novels, representing some 150 print and online titles from over 50 publishers, produced by creators from all over the world.”
Discover more here
Two new Lego sets based on the upcoming Ahsoka series have been revealed, showcasing some iconic ships from deep Star Wars lore.
“Today at San Diego Comic-Con, the Lego Group...
- 7/22/2023
- by Lee Parham
- Den of Geek
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