An all new 'Dateline' Friday April 12, 2019 at 10/9 p.m.

SAG-AFTRA Direct Deposit 'Residuals' begin on May 1, 2019

(SAG-AFTRA logo).

Dear Roscoe,

"Over the last few years, SAG-AFTRA has been leading efforts to make direct deposit of residuals a standard in the industry. Working with respected institutional partners, we have put the infrastructure into place and run pilot programs nationwide to ensure a secure, stable, and high-quality experience that will allow our members to receive residual payments quickly and more easily."

"After successfully testing this process at locals across the country, we are pleased to announce that direct deposit of residual payments will be available to all eligible members nationwide as of May 1, 2019."  

"For members who subscribe to the program, residuals payments received from studios and payroll houses will be distributed electronically at least once a week to the bank account of your choosing, with residuals statements and check stubs viewable online through sagaftra.org."

"Direct deposit of residuals is just the latest in a series of initiatives the union is undertaking to modernize how we serve members and work with our employers, and we are very pleased to be a leader in bringing this landmark process to fruition, reshaping the way the industry operates. If you have not already been contacted about eligibility to participate, look to receive an email soon. At that point, you can sign up for direct deposit by logging into your member account at sagaftra.org. If you have any questions, please visit our FAQ page or contact your union at (855) 724-2387 or info@sagaftra.org."

Strength in unity -- Gabrielle Carteris

Comedy/Action 'Stuber' opens July 12, 2019

'Hellboy' opens on 3,200 US movie screens Friday April 12, 2019

'Missing Link' opens on 3,500 US movie screens Friday April 12, 2019

An all new 'Hawaii Five-0' Friday April 12, 2019

HAWAII FIVE-0 on CBS. The next episode is called, "He kama na ka pueo" that will air this Friday at 9/8 p.m. 

CBS says, "Five-0 investigates the murder of a man whose body may hold the key to a 20-year-old case involving a kidnapped girl whose father never stopped looking for her."

'Hawaii Five-0' episode 'Ke ala o ka pu' grabs 6.72 TV ratings overall

HAWAII FIVE-0 (CBS). Last night's episode was called, "Ke ala o ka pu" (4/5/2019) which aired at 9/8 p.m. In the overnight TV ratings. It garnered 6.72 million TV viewers overall. It reached 0.8 million TV viewers with the 18 to 49 adult demographic. "20/20" (ABC) grabbed 3.88 overall & 0.7 with adults. "The Blacklist" nabbed 3.94 overall & 0.6 with adults.

"Ke ala o ka pu." A teen girl under the age of 18 buys an old .38 gun revolver. One of junior's friends was a witness to that girl buying the gun. He tells Steve and Danno about the buy. A male is found dead at a popular beer drinking spot, on the beach. He has a .38 revolver bullet in his chest. "Five-0" believes it might be the teen girl who shot the man. It turns out that the gun goes back to 1983 which led a trail of crime and murder interweaving with the "Five-0" team.

Click photos below of HAWAII FIVE-0 on CBS.

(CBS photo. Steve investigates).

(CBS photo. Five-0 team discusses crime).  

'Dateline' episode 'Evil was watching' nabs 3.56 TV ratings overall

The DATELINE (NBC) episode "Evil was watching" aired last Friday night (4/5/2019) at 10/9 p.m. It was reported by Keith Morrison. In the overnight TV ratings it garnered 3.56 million TV viewers overall. It reached 0.6 million TV viewers according to the 18 to 49 adult demographic. "Blue Bloods" (CBS) grabbed 7.85 overall & 0.8 with adults. "20/20" (ABC) nabbed 3.88 overall & 0.7 with adults (9-11 p.m.).

"Evil was watching." Tacoma, Washington 1986. Michella and her sisters went to "Puget" park. She went on as her two younger sisters turned back for their lunch bags. Michella's bike was later found, but she went missing. She was discovered dead with her throat cut who was beaten. The following summer in "Fort Defiance" park. Jenni was another teen blonde who had gone missing. She was found sexually assaulted and strangled to death. Their murder cases went cold for 30 years until new "eyes" looked at the old evidence.

Click photo below for DATELINE on NBC.

(NBC logo)

Jackson Family's 'Neverland Firsthand' documentary refutes James Safechuck & Wade Robson

Michael Jackson's family has dropped a 30 minute documentary called, "Neverland Firsthand." It breaks down down several of the lies of James Safechuck & Wade Robson. They both accuse Michael Jackson of sexually molesting them as boys. They were interviewed in a 4-hour HBO documentary called, "Leaving Neverland" which got heavy media attention. The 2-part segment though had received poor TV ratings.

What's interesting about "Neverland Firsthand" are complete facts by those who knew Michael and were present at the Neverland ranch. That is where Wade and James claim they were molested. This side of the story was not shown in "Leaving Neverland" and it should have been. (Check it out below).

ABC 20/20 has been getting huge TV ratings

20/20 on ABC. Within the last month. The new magazine has been airing 2-hour episodes and grabbing mega TV ratings. 

The episode called, "With Friends Like These" is the most compelling and riveting that involves a murder brought on by greed. Sarah had come into a huge amount of cash. Her childhood friends, Preston and Liam decide to rob her of that money. Sarah goes missing when her truck is found abandoned on a local bridge. Her dead body has never been found, but her money and portable safe turns up. This is one of the most chilling episodes coming from 20/20. Check it out.

Click photo below of 20/20 for episode of "With Friends Like These."

(ABC photo. Sarah and childhood friend Liam in happier times).

New Mexico Casting : Men with 'Low Riders' wanted

"BACKGROUND / TV SERIES / MALES WITH LOW RIDERS 2004 & OLDER WITH HYDRAULICS & CAN BOUNCE"

"Filming in Albuquerque / Paid FEATURED Background WITH CAR BUMP/ Scenes will be filming Thursday, 11 April. IT IS AN AFTERNOON/ALL NIGHT SCENE."

If you are interested in being on the show pleass submit your information.

• Name
• Cell
• CURRENT PHOTO - We need clear, in daylight & just you in the photo (no distant shots of you and NO HATS & SUNGLASSES
• Height
• Weight
• Sizes - Shirt, Pants & Shoes
• Availability
• Location (Where you live) - only need city, eg Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Los Lunas, etc
• VEHICLE – PLEASE INCLUDE COLOR PHOTO OF VEHICLE & INCLUDE YEAR, COLOR, MAKE & MODEL.

Please also include if you have been on BCS before and if so what you were. Please email all the above information to:

extras@whiteturtlecasting.com

"PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU SPELL EMAIL ADDRESS CORRECTLY IE THERE IS AN ‘S’ ON EXTRAS"

In the Subject Line Please put LOW RIDER

SAG-AFTRA podcast 'Who controls your Digital Rights?"

SAG-AFTRA says,"Deepfakes - place a performer’s face on someone else’s body and AI can replicate their images and voices. Join SAG-AFTRA President Gabrielle Carteris and National Executive Director David White in conversation with Rebecca Damon, SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President and New York Local President about what the union is doing to ensure members are protected."

SAG-AFTRA tentative 'Commercials Contract' met

"SAG-AFTRA and Joint Policy Committee Reach Tentative Agreement on Successor Contracts. SAG-AFTRA and The Joint Policy Committee, LLC (JPC) have reached a tentative agreement on terms for successor television and audio commercials contracts, subject to approval by the SAG-AFTRA National Board later this month."

"While specific details will not be released in advance of the board’s review, the tentative deal introduces an innovative and flexible alternative compensation model that specifically addresses the realities of the modern advertising business while preserving and enhancing opportunities for actors to have a professional career."  

"In addition to the benefits of the new model, SAG-AFTRA members working in commercials also will see across-the-board wage increases for all categories of work; increases to the benefit plans; coverage of stunt coordinators; outsized gains to group dancers; protections against workplace sexual harassment; and streamlined processes for commercial agents representing SAG-AFTRA members."  

"SAG-AFTRA President and Negotiating Committee Chair Gabrielle Carteris said the tentative agreement delivers essential gains while positioning performers and the industry for growth in a rapidly changing environment." 

“This agreement represents a real step forward for actors in this space. It modernizes the commercials contracts making them more relevant to the industry now and into the future. It is a monumental advancement in growing our jurisdiction. We are proud to have helped create this important benchmark that clearly speaks to the needs of the membership and the evolution of our industry,” Carteris said. “I also want to congratulate the members of the negotiating committee for their foresight, hard work and diligence. I particularly wish to recognize Chief Negotiator David White and Chief Contracts Officer Ray Rodriguez for their ferocious advocacy on behalf of SAG-AFTRA members.”

"Joint Policy Committee Chief Negotiator Stacy Marcus said, “The members of our respective committees worked cooperatively to address the serious needs of both the industry and the SAG-AFTRA membership. The result of that hard work and committed partnership is a landmark agreement that protects industry and member interests, while creating a structure that will also grow the opportunities for years to come. Both the industry and SAG-AFTRA should be proud of their collective accomplishment.” 

"SAG-AFTRA National Executive Director and Chief Negotiator David White said, “President Carteris and this member negotiating committee worked diligently for more than two years to prepare and negotiate this transformative agreement. Representing members from across the country, they worked relentlessly to design real solutions to the challenges facing the advertising industry. I also want to recognize the extraordinary work of the negotiations staff, in particular Chief Contracts Officer Ray Rodriguez, Chief Economist David Viviano, Associate National Executive Director Mathis Dunn, Senior Advisor John McGuire and Executive Director of Commercials Contracts Lori Hunt. Working alongside dozens of our exceptional colleagues, this team brought passion, diligence and an aggressive pursuit of members’ interests to this negotiation, and their efforts will benefit our membership for generations to come.”

"Formal negotiations between the 33-member (17 seated members and 16 alternates) SAG-AFTRA Negotiating Committee and the industry began Feb. 20 and concluded April 2 at 4:10 p.m. ET in New York. The JPC was represented by Stacy Marcus (JPC), Kim Stevens (JPC), David Weissman (Eckert Seamans), Michael Isselin (Reed Smith LLP), Danielle Korn (McCann NY), and Sandra Leib (DDB Chicago)."

"SAG-AFTRA was represented by Carteris, White, lead negotiator Rodriguez, Dunn, McGuire, Hunt and Viviano. The tentative agreements will be submitted to the SAG-AFTRA National Board for approval at its April 13-14 meeting. Upon approval by the board, the package will be sent to the membership for ratification."

(SAG-AFTRA logo. Click for official website).

'Joker' Movie Trailer released with Joaquin Phoenix

'48 Hours' Pre-empted by NCAA Basketball Saturday April 6, 2019

48 HOURS on CBS. There will be no episode this Saturday. The network will air the NCAA Basketball Tournament and the "Final Four" from 8-11 p.m. (See you next week).

'Dateline' Summer return on Monday nights at 10/9 pm

DATELINE on NBC. Summer 2019 is coming and the network has scheduled "Dateline" for Monday prime-time at 10/9 p.m. It is still running on Friday nights as well.

Click photo below for NBC news.

(NBC logo. From left: Keith Morrison, Andrea Canning, Lestor Holt, Josh Mankiewicz & Dennis Murphy).

An all new 'Dateline' Friday April 5, 2019

DATELINE on NBC. The next episode is called, "Evil was Watching" that will air this Friday at 10/9 p.m. Keith Morrison investigates.

'Dateline' 2 back-to-back episodes Saturday April 6, 2019

DATELINE on NBC. The first hour segment is called, "Tangled" that will air this Saturday at 8/7 p.m. This looks like a new episode. Check it out. (I have not seen this one). Keith Morrison investigates.

'Dateline' 2 back-to-back episodes Saturday April 6, 2019

DATELINE on NBC. The second hour segment is called, "Mystery in Orange County" that will air this Saturday at 9/8 p.m. This looks like a new episode. Check it out. (I have not seen this one). Josh Mankiewicz investigates.

Roscoe's top 10 Best 'Murder Mystery' Films from 1980-2009

It took my awhile to choose my favorite Murder/Mystery films between 1980-2009. I had to knock 40 films down to my favorite top 10 choices and build a Blog "page" for all the film trailers. 
I chose 2 Korean films with English Subtitles that are very, very good. "Secret" and "Mother" are both from 2009. Please check them out because they're great. 

"Angel Heart" (1987) is my number #1 pick of Murder & Mystery. 

Click photos below for my top 10 move list for Murder & Mystery.

(Movie Poster from 1987).

'Shazam' opens on 4,100 US movie screens Friday April 5, 2019

'Pet Sematary' opens on 3,400 US movie screens Friday April 5, 2019

New Mexico Casting: Seeking S&M Bondage types

BACKGROUND – TV SERIES / BACKGROUND WITH S&M/BONDAGE ATTIRE

"Filming in Albuquerque / Paid Background / Scenes will be filming in April."

"If you are interested, please update your information. / Paid Background in Albuquerque.

• Name
• Cell
• CURRENT PHOTO - We need clear, in daylight & just you in the photo (no distant shots of you and NO HATS & SUNGLASSES
• Height
• Weight
• Sizes - Shirt, Pants & Shoes
• Availability
• Location (Where you live) - only need city, eg Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Los Lunas, etc
• Vehicle Info - Color, Year, Make & Model"

"Please also include if you have been on BCS before and if so what you were. / Please email all the above information to:

extras@whiteturtlecasting.com

"PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU SPELL EMAIL ADDRESS CORRECTLY IE THERE IS AN ‘S’ ON EXTRAS."

"In the Subject Line Please put S&M BONDAGE"

An all new 'Hawaii Five-0' Friday April 5, 2019

HAWAII FIVE-0 on CBS. The next episode is called, "Ke ala o ka pū" that will air this Friday at 9/8 p.m. 

CBS says, "Five-0 must locate a teen girl who purchased a gun from a junkie, and discover that the firearm, over the course of decades, has affected all of their lives."

New Mexico Casting: Seeking homeless persons

BACKGROUND – TV SERIES / HOMELESS / SKELL LOOK

"Filming in Albuquerque / Paid Background / Scenes will be filming in April"

"If you are interested, please update your information. / Paid Background in Albuquerque."

• Name
• Cell
• CURRENT PHOTO - We need clear, in daylight & just you in the photo (no distant shots of you and NO HATS & SUNGLASSES
• Height
• Weight
• Sizes - Shirt, Pants & Shoes
• Availability
• Location (Where you live) - only need city, eg Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Los Lunas, etc
• Vehicle Info - Color, Year, Make & Model

Please also include if you have been on BCS before and if so what you were. Please email all the above information to:

extras@whiteturtlecasting.com

"PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU SPELL EMAIL ADDRESS CORRECTLY IE THERE IS AN ‘S’ ON EXTRAS

In the Subject Line Please put HOMELESS SKELLS"