Entertainment Rundown: Gyllenhaal in Venice, Netflix's Bold Move & Magical Realism Revival

The latest in entertainment includes Maggie Gyllenhaal leading the Venice Film Festival jury, Netflix expanding its stock buyback plan by $25 billion after a failed acquisition, while Anne Hathaway stars in 'Mother Mary', and Michael Tilson Thomas passes at 81. Plus, Ubisoft announces a 'Black Flag' remake, and Isabel Allende’s novel gets a TV adaptation.

In notable entertainment news, Maggie Gyllenhaal will lead the competition jury at the Venice Film Festival, highlighting her illustrious career. The actress's contribution to the industry spans decades, with significant roles in films like "The Dark Knight" and "Crazy Heart".

Netflix has announced an augmentation of its share buyback plan by a staggering $25 billion, a strategic move following an abandoned $72 billion bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery assets, raising its shares in premarket trading.

Anne Hathaway embraces the role of a pop icon navigating a challenging comeback in 'Mother Mary'. At the same time, a celebration of Isabel Allende’s novel 'The House of the Spirits' is set for its first Spanish-screen adaptation, promising an enriching retelling with a Latin American crew. Notably, music visionary Michael Tilson Thomas passed away at 81, leaving behind an indelible mark on orchestral music.