The Venice Film Festival is a fixture on my calendar – always an opportunity to speak with leaders in government, entertainment, and media about the central role of film as a global engine of creativity, innovation, and cultural dialogue. Honored to meet with Italy’s Deputy

What a thrill to return to the @festivaldedeauville and officially open it alongside my dear friend M. le Maire Philippe Augier . The festival is a cornerstone of the Franco-American friendship and a celebration of our shared love of cinema. Congratulations to the great

When we say that Motion Picture Association is where D.C. meets Hollywood, the 2025 MPA Awards is what we mean: bringing storytellers and policy leaders under one roof to showcase the impact and contributions of our nation’s creative community. A truly exhilarating evening that had it

“I look forward to working with Sean Astin and the incoming SAG-AFTRA leadership team to pursue our shared goals: a strong, growing, competitive film and TV industry that continues to fuel jobs on and off set, spur growth nationwide, and inspire audiences everywhere.” -

Wonderful night at the 2025 Emmy Awards celebrating the talented folks on screen and behind the scenes who bring great stories to life around the world. The beauty and power of television to entertain, captivate and inspire was on full display. Congrats to all of the

A giant of the big screen. A legendary storyteller. A life well lived.   Today, the world remembers the extraordinary career of Robert Redford. For me, I will always cherish the memory of Susan and I welcoming Robert and his wife, Sibylle, to Paris when he received his Légion

Six years ago, Via Transportation’s Chairman and CEO Daniel Ramot, Oren Shoval and the Via Board of Directors asked me to serve as this extraordinary company’s first Independent Director. Thanks to their world class management team, Via is now a pioneer and category

We are still flying high after last week’s MPA Awards. Check out the highlights of a magical night that brought Hollywood and Washington together to celebrate the power of great storytelling. Jon M. Chu National IPR Center Senator Chris Coons John Thune Darrell Issa Charles H. Rivkin

“From superhero classics to iconic thrillers to Oscar-winning epics, Christopher Nolan is a legend behind the camera—and I know he will be a potent force leading the 19,000-plus members of the Directors Guild of America.” - Charles H. Rivkin Directors Guild motionpictures.org/press/mpa-stat…

What a pleasure to welcome Ambassador Jens Hanefeld (@germanyinusa) to our Motion Picture Association headquarters in Washington, DC, for a robust dialogue on diplomacy, transatlantic trade and investment, and the power of our nations’ film, TV, and streaming industries. I look forward to

.Paramount Pictures' Roofman is a true story and a thrilling tale of love, reinvention, and second chances. Even better: it’s an all-American production. Filmed on-location in North Carolina, fueled by the state’s tax incentive program, employing hundreds of local vendors,

Diane Keaton was a legend of our industry. She gave us unforgettable roles on screen and left an indelible mark on our culture. She amazed us in dramatic turns. She made us laugh in comedic classics. She brought her trademark wit and immense talent to too many iconic movies to

Great to hear @Cinema_United will remain under the steady leadership of Michael O’Leary. Michael is a trusted partner and friend, and I look forward to continuing the productive collaboration that ensures audiences everywhere can enjoy great movies in great theaters.

Confession: I spent 8 years at the Department of State , but my time as ambassador to France and Monaco was nowhere near as exciting as Kate Wiley’s turn as our ambassador to the UK on “The Diplomat”. This fantastic, nail-biting series returns to Netflix today, and we were thrilled to