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Van Der Beek's Final Film, Davis's Novel, and More!

James Van Der Beek's final film appearance will be in the upcoming thriller "The Gates," where he portrays an evil pastor named Jacob, according to Variety. The trailer for the film, directed by John Burr, was recently released, revealing Van Der Beek's role. "The Gates" is scheduled to be in theaters on March 13.

In other entertainment news, Viola Davis is expanding her career to include novel writing. She is co-writing a courtroom thriller titled "Judge Stone" with James Patterson, as reported by Variety. The book, set to be released on March 9 by Little, Brown and Company, centers on Judge Mary Stone, who must navigate a complex courtroom battle in a small Alabama town.

Additionally, Robert Duvall is releasing his new Western film "Broken Trail" on AMC, according to CBS News. Duvall, who also served as executive producer, re-edited the film to emphasize character development and humor. This project marks the closing chapter of his Western trilogy.

ITV Studios is set to present its London TV Screenings lineup on February 25th, showcasing a diverse slate of new and returning dramas, reality shows, and non-scripted titles, including a Graham Norton-hosted reality show and dramas starring Dominic Cooper and Mia Wasikowska, according to Variety. The event, held at Odeon Leicester Square, will cater to approximately 750 international buyers with a wide variety of genres.

Finally, director Yoshitoshi Shinomiya's debut animated feature, "A New Dawn," a Japanese-French co-production, is premiering at the Berlinale, according to Variety. The film explores themes of family, friendship, and environmental impact, set against the backdrop of a fireworks factory facing closure due to urban development.

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