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Russell Tovey to Star in ‘Plainclothes’

[ Written on March 07 2024 by admin ]

As Variety reports today, Russell Tovey and Tom Blyth have been set as leads in indie movie PLAINCLOTHES from Carmen Emmi who will direct this story which she also wrote. Set in the ’90s and inspired by true events, it

VARIETY – Tom Blyth and Russell Tovey are set to lead “Plainclothes,” a new independent film from writer-director Carmen Emmi. The film, which will shoot in Syracuse, N.Y., is being produced by Arthur Landon, Colby Cote and Eric Podwall on behalf of Page 1 Entertainment and Lorton Entertainment.

Set in the ’90s and inspired by true events, a working-class undercover officer is tasked with entrapping and apprehending gay men, only to find himself drawn to one of his targets.

“Carmen Emmi is one of those unique talents who truly deserves a platform for his creative ingenuity,” producers Cote and Landon jointly tell Variety of Emmi’s directorial debut. “‘Plainclothes’ is a heartfelt story that deals with internal conflict, family and the complexities of sexual identity in the face of societal and personal expectations. We are excited to bring his first screenplay life with this incredible cast.”

Russell Tovey Commends Treat Williams’ Final Performance in ‘Feud: Capote Vs. The Swans’

[ Written on January 28 2024 by admin ]

TV INSIDER – Feud: Capote Vs. The Swans may focus on the falling out between Truman Capote (Tom Hollander) and the women of New York City’s high society, but the FX anthology series is also the late Treat Williams‘ final onscreen role.

The actor, who was killed in a motorcycle accident in June 2023, takes on the part of Bill Paley, husband to Naomi Watts‘ Babe, who was a close confidante of Capote’s until a fateful turn of events puts them on opposing sides in Ryan Murphy‘s series.

Bill Paley is best known for his contributions to media, particularly as the former executive responsible for building CBS from a small radio network into one of the leading radio and television networks in the United States. But he was also known for his extramarital dalliances, an aspect of his life that is incorporated into the show.

When TV Insider caught up with series star Russell Tovey who plays banker John O’Shea, at the red carpet premiere, the actor couldn’t help but commend Williams’ final performance, lauding the performer’s portrayal of Paley.

“Treat Williams, it’s so horrific that he’s not here,” Tovey lamented. “It’s such an absolute tragedy. And what he does with the character is so beautiful.”

Naomi Watts Says Smoking in ‘Feud: Capote vs. The Swans’ Was ‘Horrible With a Capital H’
Regarding Bill as a person, Tovey admitted, “I think in real life, Bill Paley wasn’t that nice of a guy from what I’ve read.” But despite the pitfalls of the real-life inspiration behind the character, Tovey says of Williams, “I think he plays him so he’s not a bad person… You have empathy for him.”

See Williams’ final performance and Tovey’s compelling portrayal when Feud: Capote Vs. The Swans arrives on FX this winter, and stay tuned for more on the series leading up to its premiere.

‘FEUD: Capote Vs. The Swans’ Trailer

[ Written on January 18 2024 by admin ]

FX has released the 2 official trailer for Ryan Murphy’s forthcoming “Feud: Capote vs. The Swans.”

“Feud: Capote vs. the Swans” premieres on FX on Jan. 31.

Russell Tovey’s Mission to Honor Artists of the AIDS Era

[ Written on December 01 2023 by admin ]

The out actor uses his art expertise to resurrect the work of lost creators.

HIV Plus Mag: TV viewers may know Russell Tovey as the handsome star of shows like Looking, Years and Years, and American Horror Story: NYC. What many don’t know about the British actor is that for the past two decades he’s been an avid art collector and advocate, with a passion for modern works. As the host of the podcast Talk Art, Tovey and his friend, gallerist Robert Diament, examine the creations of modern legends like Ryan Gander and Zawe Ashton. Tovey’s personal collection of modern art and his deep knowledge of the field has enabled him to curate galleries, festivals, and recently placed him on the jury of Britain’s acclaimed Turner Prize.

So, it’s fitting that file transfer company WeTransfer recently tapped Tovey as their guest curator for their arts endeavor, WePresent, handing Tovey the reins to three projects it bankrolled, all of which touch upon LGBTQ+ subjects and the effect that HIV and AIDS had on them.

The documentary, Life is Excellent, centers on the life and art of David Robilliard, a gay artist and poet who Tovey has long admired and someone who, at the age of 36, died from AIDS complications in 1988. In the film, Tovey calls Robilliard one of the “greatest artists you’ve probably never heard of” and his “hero.” Tovey makes it clear in the film that his goal is to ensure Robilliard’s contributions to the world are not erased by AIDS.

Life is Excellent is streamable on werepresent.wetransfer.com and was shown at a recent free art exhibit that Tovey also helped bring to life. “We Move In Circles” allowed the public to not only learn about Robilliard’s work, but also explored the role of protest T-shirts in the heady days of AIDS. Featuring shirts with designs from another artist lost to AIDS, Keith Haring, and tees emblazoned with messages from ACT UP, as well as British HIV groups like Never Going Underground, the exhibit demonstrates how T-shirts served as a “universal canvas for protest, and reminds visitors that narratives from the AIDS crisis are as present as ever as AIDS continues to affect so many around the world,” WePresent announced in a statement. Iconic pieces of gay literature were also present at “We Move in Circles,” which took place in the Shoreditch neighborhood of London. Earlier in 2023, Tovey and WePresent staged four live performances of Blue Now, a modern, live take on Derek Jarman’s 1993 film Blue. The film’s title derived from the gay filmmaker’s struggle with HIV-induced onset blindness, which only allowed him to see in shades of blue; Jarman died a year after the film was released.

Tovey expresses deep gratitude for WePresent’s contributions to reviving some of the greatest works from HIV-positive artists.

“This collaboration with WePresent underscores our shared commitment to amplify the voices of underrepresented communities,” Tovey said in a statement. “Through our year-long exploration, we’ve commemorated artists like Derek Jarman and David Robilliard, with the goal to ensure their significant contributions to culture can resonate with a new generation. I am thrilled that, together, we’re able to honor incredible queer art history and help bring it to new audiences around the world.”

‘Juice’ Trailer

[ Written on September 11 2023 by admin ]

Surreal comedy with Mawaan Rizwan and Russell Tovey, following Jamma (played by Mawaan) and his quest for attention as he navigates chaotic family dynamics and literally stumbles through love.

(Photos) 2023 BAFTA Television Awards

[ Written on May 20 2023 by admin ]

Hello Russell fans! I’ve added some photos of Russell attending the 2023 BAFTA Television Awards on May 14. Check out!


(Photos) “Talk Art: The Interviews” By Russell Tovey & Robert Diament – Book Launch

[ Written on May 12 2023 by admin ]

Hello Russell fans! I’ve added some photos of Russell attending the “Talk Art: The Interviews” By Russell Tovey & Robert Diament – Book Launch on May 11. Check out!

(Photos) ‘A Little Life’ West End Opening

[ Written on March 31 2023 by admin ]

Hello Russell fans! I’ve added some photos of Russell attending the ‘A Little Life’ West End Opening on March 30. Check out!

(Photos) Versace FW23 Show

[ Written on March 11 2023 by admin ]

Hello Russell fans! I’ve added some photos of Russell attending the Versace FW23 Show on March 09. Check out!

(Photos) JW Anderson – Front Row

[ Written on February 28 2023 by admin ]

Hello Russell fans! I’ve added some photos of Russell attending the JW Anderson – Front Row on February 19. Check out!

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