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Logan Lerman Returns to the Toronto International Film Festival With Two Films

The star of “Writers” and “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” talks about his early ambivalence about acting and how good work begets more good work.

Finding a ‘Wallflower’ Cast

When his novel “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” was published in 1999, Stephen Chbosky intended to adapt it into a film. Thirteen years later, he is seeing his dream realized with Logan Lerman, Ezra Miller, and Emma Watson in starring roles. Chbosky spoke with Backstage about finding his leads.

Logan Lerman in Backstage: Sept. 06, 2012

Rising star Logan Lerman talks about his upcoming films "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" and "Writers," and his history at the Toronto Film Festival.

Leonard Maltin On His New Movie Guide, the Art of Criticism, and Big Bombs

Longtime film critic Leonard Maltin, whose “Leonard Maltin's 2013 Movie Guide” has just been published, speaks to Backstage about his new book, writing bad reviews, and changing his opinion.

Calif. Legislature Passes Extension to Film and TV Tax Credits

Hollywood producers are breathing easier after lawmakers in Sacramento passed an extension to the state's lucrative tax credit program for the entertainment industry. The bill passed the state Senate in a 32-2 vote and provides another $200 million in taxpayer support for film and television series shot in California.

Now Casting Hundreds of Vince Vaughn’s Children for New Movie

Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking actors, including twins and triplets and people with Down Syndrome, for an adaptation of the French-language film “Starbuck” starring Vince Vaughn.

Joining the Wedding Reception

Leslye Headland, writer-director of “Bachelorette,” swears she’s not sick of talking about “Bridesmaids.”

CD Marci Liroff Helps Actors Win the Audition Game

Hollywood casting director Marci Liroff on a casting director’s job description, choosing the right projects to cast, and teaching actors how to be better in the audition room.

First-Time Director Leslye Headland Talks About Her Uproarious Comedy ‘Bachelorette’

Starring Kirsten Dunst, Lizzy Caplan, and Isla Fisher, Leslye Headland’s “Bachelorette” takes the female-centric R-rated comedy to the next level.

Cali. Tax Credit Bill Nears Full Passage

Assembly Member Felipe Fuentes’ bill adding two years to the California Film & Television Tax Credit Program passed unanimously through two Senate committees.