The Underdog Billionaire: Tyler Perry
The Gist: Arguably the most polarizing black filmmaker since his former detractor Spike Lee, an interview with the multi-hyphenate mogul on criticism and sheer success.
Source Article Here: Vulture
Author: Rembert Browne

 

Cray-Cray In The Office: Machiavellian, Narcissistic, Or Psychopathic?
The Gist: A University study on 800 varied workers in Germany gives an insight into the persona and shortfalls of those with any – or all- of the above traits. Test yourself, if you like, here.
Source Article Here: BBC
Author: David Robson

 

2015: The Biggest Box-Office Year & Lessons From What Didn’t Hit
The Gist: 2015’s B.O. is a peak year, but the films that failed– and there were plenty – speak to lightning fast social word-of-mouth, audience relevancy, and no guarantees.
Source Article Here: The Wall Street Journal
Authors: Ben Fritz and Erich Schwartzel

#ExecutiveUpdate: Rich Ross’ Discovery Channel Do-Over
The Gist: Ross, a 16-year Disney veteran who became Discovery’s President after his stint at Shine America, on his plans to go beyond the male demo and boost the channel’s fortunes.
Source Article Here: The New York Times
Authors: Brooks Barnes and John Koblin

 

Market Trends: Customer Experience In A “Digital-First World’
The Gist: 10 key trends for digital content marketers this year, plus the numbers on ad spending forecasts through 2019, social networking use, and ad-blocking.
Source Article Here: Marketing Dive
Author: Natalia Angulo

 

So You’re A Writer Moving To L.A….?
The Gist: A roundtable with advice on moving from Chicago to L.A. to write applies to any creative making the move: “Don’t come here with the attitude of ‘what can you do for me.’ No one has time for that. They’ll ignore you.”
Source Article Here: Reel Chicago
Author: Colin Costelo

 

CSA Nominations Released Ahead of January 21 Fete
The Gist: The Casting Society of America’s nominations in all categories has been released. A breakdown of nominees and noteworthy omissions.
Source Article Here: Indiewire
Author: Anne Thompson