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Weapons turns our deepest anxieties into a potent horror masterpiece
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Weapons turns our deepest anxieties into a potent horror masterpiece

Zach Cregger's first major film Barbarian was tense and frightening, but it was also infused with a healthy dose of absurdity. The movie's twisted sense of humor made it easier to stomach its grotesque violence and a bit more difficult to anticipate how its u…

40 years later, Brazil is as prescient as ever
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40 years later, Brazil is as prescient as ever

Brazil opens with a bureaucratic error. A fly gets stuck in a typewriter, changing the surname of Archibald Tuttle to Archibald Buttle, a misprint on a form that dictates the government forcibly detain a suspected terrorist (Tuttle) but instead leads to the a…

Inside the LG G5’s shocking last-place finish at the 2025 TV Shootout
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Inside the LG G5’s shocking last-place finish at the 2025 TV Shootout

The 2025 TV Shootout went down over the weekend, and the results are shocking: yes, the Sony Bravia 8 II won the overall competition and my personal award for silliest name, but the LG G5 came in last place by a huge margin. I was one of the judges, and I thi…

Gen-Z’s Social Media Addiction May Have Ironically Led to an Indie Cinema Revival
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Gen-Z’s Social Media Addiction May Have Ironically Led to an Indie Cinema Revival

Social media is typically accused of killing the film industry but is it possible it could save it?

Noel Clarke loses libel case against the Guardian
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Noel Clarke loses libel case against the Guardian

The award-winning actor sued the newspaper's publisher for printing allegations of sexual misconduct.

I was a movie editor. Fighting for workers' rights made me quit the industry and go to law school.
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I was a movie editor. Fighting for workers' rights made me quit the industry and go to law school.

Edward Wardrip saw flaws of the gig economy as a documentary editor. Now he's going to law school with plans to fight for workers.

I grew up in Mumbai and have lived here for years. First-time visitors often make these 8 mistakes.
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I grew up in Mumbai and have lived here for years. First-time visitors often make these 8 mistakes.

As a local living in Mumbai, I see first-time visitors to the Indian city make the same mistakes about trains, street food, and the weather.

Older Americans in their 80s are applying for jobs — and hitting a wall
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Older Americans in their 80s are applying for jobs — and hitting a wall

Older Americans who can't afford retirement say workplace ageism makes job searching futile. Some take part-time, low-wage work to stay afloat.

It’s Already Made More Money Than Any Star Wars Movie. You’ve Probably Never Heard Of It.
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It’s Already Made More Money Than Any Star Wars Movie. You’ve Probably Never Heard Of It.

A24’s latest release isn’t even here yet, and it’s already misunderstood.

The Anti-Abundance Critique on Housing Is Dead Wrong
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The Anti-Abundance Critique on Housing Is Dead Wrong

Antitrust critics say that homebuilding monopolies are the real culprit of America’s housing woes. I looked into some of their claims. They don’t hold up.

Fourble turns lists of MP3 files hosted anywhere into podcasts
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Fourble turns lists of MP3 files hosted anywhere into podcasts

Fourble lets you make a podcast out of any list of .mp3s. Here's what people have made so far.

Here’s Hoping Lady Gaga and Tim Burton Make More Than Just a Music Video
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Here’s Hoping Lady Gaga and Tim Burton Make More Than Just a Music Video

Is there a greater match made in heaven—or perhaps the opposite of heaven—than a collaboration between Lady Gaga and Tim Burton? A few weeks ago, the Grammy-winning pop superstar and legendary filmmaker were spotted clandestinely shooting a new music video to…

This gorgeous LEGO Set revives the aesthetic of Victorian-Edwardian 20th Century London
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This gorgeous LEGO Set revives the aesthetic of Victorian-Edwardian 20th Century London

This gorgeous LEGO Set revives the aesthetic of Victorian-Edwardian 20th Century LondonThink back to the year 1901 – Queen Victoria passes away, handing down the legacy of her empire to her son, King Edward. This is...

'Star Wars: A New Hope' Returns to Theaters for 50th Annniversary
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'Star Wars: A New Hope' Returns to Theaters for 50th Annniversary

SummaryStar Wars: A New Hope is returning to theaters for its 50th anniversaryLucasfilm will be hosting a "yearlong 50th anniversary celebration" that includes the re-releaseThe original Star Wars film will be back in theaters starting on April 30, 2027George…

Everything Coming To and Leaving Netflix in August 2025
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Everything Coming To and Leaving Netflix in August 2025

With August 2025 in full swing, Netflix has unveiled its slate of new programming for the month.This month's list is led by the premiere of Wednesday: Season 2 Part 1, which sees Jenna Ortega reprise her role as the titular character. Also joining the streame…

Here Are the Most Ruthlessly Funny Letterboxd Roasts of Ice Cube’s Terrible ‘War of the Worlds’ Movie
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Here Are the Most Ruthlessly Funny Letterboxd Roasts of Ice Cube’s Terrible ‘War of the Worlds’ Movie

By Keegan Kelly Published: August 07th, 2025

The Supergirl Flop From The '80s Is Filled With Oscar-Winning Stars
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The Supergirl Flop From The '80s Is Filled With Oscar-Winning Stars

The Supergirl film from the 1980s was a notorious flop, but the superhero film boasted a cast of Oscar winners decades before it was commonplace.

Leonardo DiCaprio's Biggest Hollywood Regret Is Missing Out On This Classic 1997 Movie
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Leonardo DiCaprio's Biggest Hollywood Regret Is Missing Out On This Classic 1997 Movie

When One Battle After Another director Paul Thomas Anderson asked Leonardo DiCaprio if the actor had any regrets, Leo cited not starring in one of PTA's movies.

Western Actor Charles Bronson Appeared In A Classic Horror Movie Before Superstardom
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Western Actor Charles Bronson Appeared In A Classic Horror Movie Before Superstardom

Before Charles Bronson changed his name and became a legend on the big screen, he was Charles Buchinsky, an up-and-coming actor in a horror movie.

The Naked Gun's Box Office Opening Suggests Its Mission To Save Comedy Is Far From Over
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The Naked Gun's Box Office Opening Suggests Its Mission To Save Comedy Is Far From Over

The Naked Gun reboot/sequel wasn't a huge hit right away, but its box office opening was solid enough to keep hope alive for theatrical comedies in general.

Jennifer Lopez Doesn't Think Her Panned 2003 Flop Is One Of The Worst Movies Ever
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Jennifer Lopez Doesn't Think Her Panned 2003 Flop Is One Of The Worst Movies Ever

Jennifer Lopez is no stranger to cinematic fiascos, but she had a point when she defended this curious 2003 flop, arguing it's far from an all-time stinker.

One Of John Wayne's Most Important Collaborators Is Partially Responsible For The Oscars
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One Of John Wayne's Most Important Collaborators Is Partially Responsible For The Oscars

Raoul Walsh, one of multiple people who took credit for discovering John Wayne, also played a major part in the creation of The Oscars.

The 25 pieces of culture that explain the last 25 years
Vox

The 25 pieces of culture that explain the last 25 years

Here’s a picture of what life looked like at the turn of the millennium: We couldn’t stop gossiping about the extramarital affairs of the scandal-ridden president of the United States; we rented movies from Blockbuster and showed off our vast CD collections; …

Apple's 'F1: The Movie' Now Available to Buy or Rent
MacRumors

Apple's 'F1: The Movie' Now Available to Buy or Rent

Apple has released "F1: The Movie" for digital purchase and rental through the TV app, marking the start of the film's premium video-on-demand window while it continues to perform strongly in theaters. The film premiered worldwide on June 27 and has now …

Adam Sandler’s ‘You’re My Best Friend’ Tour: Here’s Where to Find Tickets to the Shows Online
Rolling Stone

Adam Sandler’s ‘You’re My Best Friend’ Tour: Here’s Where to Find Tickets to the Shows Online

Here's where to find Adam Sandler tour tickets online for the 'Happy Gilmore 2' star's comedy tour this fall, including how to get the best prices.

WGA Expels Park Chan-wook and Don McKellar for Strike Violation on HBO’s ‘The Sympathizer’
IndieWire

WGA Expels Park Chan-wook and Don McKellar for Strike Violation on HBO’s ‘The Sympathizer’

The Writers Guild of America has expelled Don McKellar and Park Chan-wook for crossing the picket lines to work on the HBO series 'The Sympathizer'

‘The Ba***ds of Bollywood’ Trailer: Aryan Khan’s Rollicking Netflix Series Takes Aim at a Billion-Dollar Industry
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‘The Ba***ds of Bollywood’ Trailer: Aryan Khan’s Rollicking Netflix Series Takes Aim at a Billion-Dollar Industry

Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan makes his writing and directing debut with an irreverent Netflix series about the industry that raised him.

New York City’s Film Forum Union ‘Disturbed and Disappointed’ by Roman Polanski’s ‘An Officer and a Spy’ Screenings
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New York City’s Film Forum Union ‘Disturbed and Disappointed’ by Roman Polanski’s ‘An Officer and a Spy’ Screenings

The Film Forum union in New York City was 'disturbed' that the theater is screening Roman Polanski's 'An Officer and a Spy' as its U.S. premiere.

Seth Rogen on Planning ‘The Studio’ Season 2 Cameos: ‘If One Person Says No, We Have to Throw the Entire Episode Away’
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Seth Rogen on Planning ‘The Studio’ Season 2 Cameos: ‘If One Person Says No, We Have to Throw the Entire Episode Away’

Appearing on an FYC panel at the inaugural Televerse festival, Rogen explained why some roles on his hit Apple show could only be played by one person.

Announcing IndieWire’s ’70s Week!
IndieWire

Announcing IndieWire’s ’70s Week!

We're going from "All that Jazz" to "Zabriskie Point" and everywhere (and everything) in between.

Nancy Olson Looks Back at ‘Sunset Boulevard’ and Billy Wilder, 75 Years After Her Oscar-Nominated Performance
IndieWire

Nancy Olson Looks Back at ‘Sunset Boulevard’ and Billy Wilder, 75 Years After Her Oscar-Nominated Performance

The 97-year-old actress tells IndieWire what it was like working with Billy Wilder on the classic as Paramount releases a new restoration for streaming and physical media.

Don Hertzfeldt’s ‘Animation Mixtape’ Short Film Anthology Gets Teaser, Late August Release — Watch
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Don Hertzfeldt’s ‘Animation Mixtape’ Short Film Anthology Gets Teaser, Late August Release — Watch

Exclusive: Hertzfeldt spoke to IndieWire about the state of the animation industry and his new project, a curated program of his favorite short films that will play theaters only.

Demons Hate Her! 21-Year-Old Alice Maio Mackay Just Made Six Feature Films in Four Years
IndieWire

Demons Hate Her! 21-Year-Old Alice Maio Mackay Just Made Six Feature Films in Four Years

"The Serpent's Skin" director chats with IndieWire about the Shudder acquisition and the Dark Star Pictures collaboration that's already turned her into a genre powerhouse.

In Review: It’s Not Too Late for the Movies to Reject AI
IndieWire

In Review: It’s Not Too Late for the Movies to Reject AI

The following article is an excerpt from the latest edition of “In Review by David Ehrlich,” a biweekly newsletter in which our Chief Film Critic and Head Reviews Editor rounds up the site’s latest reviews and muses about current events in the movie world. Su…

Why has an AI-altered Bollywood movie sparked uproar in India?
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Why has an AI-altered Bollywood movie sparked uproar in India?

The re-release of a beloved Bollywood classic has caused alarm in India's film industry.

Chris Stuckmann's Supernatural Horror 'Shelby Oaks' Official Trailer
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Chris Stuckmann's Supernatural Horror 'Shelby Oaks' Official Trailer

"I know my sister's not dead!" So where is she...? Neon has finally unveiled the official trailer for the indie horror film titled Shelby Oaks, marking the feature directorial debut of YouTube movie reviewer Chris Stuckmann. He has made some short films befor…

POV: AI is at its best when combined with traditional processes
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POV: AI is at its best when combined with traditional processes

Animators and creative studios are beginning to upend expectations of AI, with unique use cases popping up in campaigns, short films and animations. Best-case scenario? It paints a more optimistic picture for the future of threatened disciplines.

This Is How These 27 Well-Known People Of World History Looked In Real Life Compared To Their Movie Portrayals
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This Is How These 27 Well-Known People Of World History Looked In Real Life Compared To Their Movie Portrayals

You might have hated history lessons at school, but I am sure you have enjoyed at least one historical film in your life, if not more. Of course, a lot here depends on Hollywood (and other film industries) creating a compelling story that attracts your attent…

AI Just Turned Keanu Reeves Into Jack Sparrow — Johnny Depp Fans Hate It
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AI Just Turned Keanu Reeves Into Jack Sparrow — Johnny Depp Fans Hate It

"The sea never forgets a debt, Captain Jack Sparrow…"

“Sign Me Up”: Controversial ‘Wuthering Heights’ Adaptation Stuns Viewers With Severe Adult Scene
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“Sign Me Up”: Controversial ‘Wuthering Heights’ Adaptation Stuns Viewers With Severe Adult Scene

"It’s a deliberately unromantic take on (Emily) Brontë’s novel."

“Peak Male Body”: Austin Butler’s Shirtless Photoshoot After Secret Health Struggles Stuns
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“Peak Male Body”: Austin Butler’s Shirtless Photoshoot After Secret Health Struggles Stuns

Austin Butler believed he had to be “tortured” to give a good performance for the camera. But now, he’s paying better attention to his health and eating habits.

Thelma Schoonmaker Toasts Late Husband Michael Powell & Questions The Use Of Dubbing On International Releases During Edinburgh Q&A: “How Do You Replace Robert De Niro’s Voice?”
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Thelma Schoonmaker Toasts Late Husband Michael Powell & Questions The Use Of Dubbing On International Releases During Edinburgh Q&A: “How Do You Replace Robert De Niro’s Voice?”

“How do you replace Robert De Niro’s voice?” veteran film editor Thelma Schoonmaker remarked this evening during a lengthy Q&A session at the Edinburgh Film Festival.  The three-time Oscar-winner, who appeared at Edinburgh to discuss the work of her late husb…

Books, Gaming & TV Series: How Sarajevo Film Festival’s Industry Strand Is Adapting To The Ever-Changing Content Business
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Books, Gaming & TV Series: How Sarajevo Film Festival’s Industry Strand Is Adapting To The Ever-Changing Content Business

Last year, CineLink Industry Days, the industry strand of the Sarajevo Film Festival transitioned from the iconic 140-year-old Hotel Europe to the Marijin Dvor neighborhood of the city. Events were held at the more modern Swissôtel and a Festival Garden was c…

Jeffrey Scott Collins Wraps Horror ‘The Caged’; Unveils Investment In Prodco This Seems Reel Entertainment
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Jeffrey Scott Collins Wraps Horror ‘The Caged’; Unveils Investment In Prodco This Seems Reel Entertainment

EXCLUSIVE: Jeffrey Scott Collins has wrapped upcoming UK horror film The Cage, starring Tamzin Merchant (Carnival Row), Edmund Kingsley (Dirty Angels), Raffiella Chapman (Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children) and unveiled investment in his production c…

Locarno Open Doors: Nigerian, Zimbabwean & Ivorian Projects Among Winners
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Locarno Open Doors: Nigerian, Zimbabwean & Ivorian Projects Among Winners

The main award of the Open Doors initiative at this year’s Locarno Film Festival was shared by three projects: Black Snake, directed by Naishe Nyamubaya (Zimbabwe); Kachifo, directed by Dika Ofoma; and Diary of a Goat Woman, directed by Azata Soro (Ivory Coas…

Matthew Libatique On The Secrets Behind Shooting ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Across New York City With “Fearless” Spike Lee: “Spike Is Down For Anything”
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Matthew Libatique On The Secrets Behind Shooting ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Across New York City With “Fearless” Spike Lee: “Spike Is Down For Anything”

“He’s like a jazz musician,” Matthew Libatique explains when quizzed on his longtime collaborator Spike Lee.  The two filmmakers, both native New Yorkers, have worked together on five features: Inside Man, She Hate Me, Miracle at St. Anna, Chi-Raq, and, most …

7 Best Wes Anderson Movies, Ranked
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7 Best Wes Anderson Movies, Ranked

Where does your favorite Wes Anderson movie rank?

7 Best David Fincher Movies, Ranked
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7 Best David Fincher Movies, Ranked

Where does your favorite David Fincher movie rank?

The 7 Best A24 Comedies Of All Time
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The 7 Best A24 Comedies Of All Time

A24 makes more than just jaw-dropping horror.

7 Best David Lynch Films, Ranked
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7 Best David Lynch Films, Ranked

Where does your favorite David Lynch movie rank?

7 Best Hayao Miyazaki Movies, Ranked Here
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7 Best Hayao Miyazaki Movies, Ranked Here

Do you agree with our list?

I Have To Admit, These 11 Gen Z Movies Actually Ate
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I Have To Admit, These 11 Gen Z Movies Actually Ate

They cooked, they ate, they left no crumbs.

7 Best M. Night Shyamalan Movies, Ranked
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7 Best M. Night Shyamalan Movies, Ranked

Where does your favorite rank?

7 Best John Carpenter Movies, Ranked
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7 Best John Carpenter Movies, Ranked

Where does your favorite John Carpenter movie rank?

Designers are raging at this film festival’s AI poster
Creative Bloq

Designers are raging at this film festival’s AI poster

There's no escaping the slop.

Dark Knight trilogy's David S. Goyer leads lineup exploring AI’s creative future
Creative Bloq

Dark Knight trilogy's David S. Goyer leads lineup exploring AI’s creative future

The Autodesk SIGGRAPH 2025 keynote will be interesting.

MUBI Podcast | “Kneecap”: Rich Peppiatt on Politics and Partying
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MUBI Podcast | “Kneecap”: Rich Peppiatt on Politics and Partying

In this special episode, Rich Peppiatt tells Rico how moving to Belfast as an adult gave him a unique outsider’s perspective on the region.

One Meter below Our Gaze: The Bulgarian Children’s Cinema
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One Meter below Our Gaze: The Bulgarian Children’s Cinema

To pass the scrutiny of censors, filmmakers behind the Iron Curtain adapted their discontent into entertainment for the whole family.

Venice Hacked, Dorothy in Vegas, Fights with Wolves
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Venice Hacked, Dorothy in Vegas, Fights with Wolves

This week’s essential news, articles, sounds, videos, and more from the film world.

The Action Scene | Choreographing the Real: A Conversation with Kenji Tanigaki
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The Action Scene | Choreographing the Real: A Conversation with Kenji Tanigaki

The veteran fight choreographer discusses his approach to action design ahead of his latest film’s premiere in Toronto.

Down the Tube
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Down the Tube

Feature-film adaptations of television shows reveal how the two mediums think (and joke) about each other.

Julian Schnabel To Be Honored With Cartier Glory To The Filmmaker Award In Venice
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Julian Schnabel To Be Honored With Cartier Glory To The Filmmaker Award In Venice

Julian Schnabel will be honored with the Cartier Glory to the Filmmaker Award at the 82nd Venice Film Festival, running from August 27 to September 6. The award, dedicated to a personality who has made a particularly original contribution to the contemporary …

Ray Winstone Talks Working With Gary Oldman, Martin Scorsese & Steven Spielberg & Why He Wants To See “More Films From The British Film Industry” — Sarajevo
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Ray Winstone Talks Working With Gary Oldman, Martin Scorsese & Steven Spielberg & Why He Wants To See “More Films From The British Film Industry” — Sarajevo

British actor Ray Winstone, who is renowned for his tough guy performances in films such as The Departed and Sexy Beast, touched down at the Sarajevo Film Festival this week where he participated in a wide-ranging masterclass about his career, working with Ma…

Michael Klick Dies; Emmy Winning Producer From ‘Homeland’ & ’24’ Was 77
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Michael Klick Dies; Emmy Winning Producer From ‘Homeland’ & ’24’ Was 77

Michael Klick, who was an Emmy-winning executive producer on Homeland, died Aug. 10 at his home in Los Angeles. He was 77. His death was announced on Facebook by his daughter, Caitlin Hoey-Klick. “My dad, Michael Klick, passed peacefully in his sleep,” she wr…

Korea’s Culture Minister Nominee Wants To Grow Culture Industry To $215 Billion And Integrate AI
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Korea’s Culture Minister Nominee Wants To Grow Culture Industry To $215 Billion And Integrate AI

Korea’s nominee for minister for culture, sports and tourism, Chae Hwi-young, said at his confirmation hearing on Tuesday that he plans to grow the Korean culture industry to 300 trillion won ($215.7 billion). Chae cited industry figures from 2023, pointing o…

Michael Klick Dies: Emmy-Winning Producer From ‘Homeland’ & ’24’ Was 77
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Michael Klick Dies: Emmy-Winning Producer From ‘Homeland’ & ’24’ Was 77

Michael Klick, who was an Emmy-winning producer on Homeland and 24, died Aug. 10 at his home in Los Angeles. He was 77. His death was announced on Facebook by his daughter, Caitlin Hoey-Klick. “My dad, Michael Klick, passed peacefully in his sleep,” she wrote…

Donald Trump Slaps Canada With 35% Tariffs As August 1 Deadline Passes
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Donald Trump Slaps Canada With 35% Tariffs As August 1 Deadline Passes

Donald Trump was back in tariff mode last night as his much-trumpeted August 1 deadline loomed then passed. The POTUS once again surprised the world with fresh levies on dozens of countries. Closer to home, he raised tariffs on Canadian goods from the planned…

Nollywood Heavyweights Inkblot Studios & Filmhouse Group To Launch Global Streaming Platform Kava Focused On Stories From Africa
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Nollywood Heavyweights Inkblot Studios & Filmhouse Group To Launch Global Streaming Platform Kava Focused On Stories From Africa

EXCLUSIVE: In a landmark move, Nollywood heavyweights Inkblot Studios and Filmhouse Group have joined forces to create Kava, a new global streaming platform dedicated solely to Nollywood and African content.   The platform, which is set to launch in late Augu…

Indonesian Sci-Fi Romance ‘Sore: Wife From The Future’ Continues Local Box Office’s Healthy 2025 Run
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Indonesian Sci-Fi Romance ‘Sore: Wife From The Future’ Continues Local Box Office’s Healthy 2025 Run

Sci-fi romance Sore: Wife from the Future (Sore: Istri dari Masa Depan) is helping to continue the Indonesian box office’s healthy run of commercially-successful films. Earlier this year, local animated film Jumbo became the highest-grossing Indonesian film o…

Jann Arden, Clare McConnell, Paul Campbell & Kristian Bruun Join Ensemble Cast Of Assisted Dying Short ‘Hot Chocolate’
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Jann Arden, Clare McConnell, Paul Campbell & Kristian Bruun Join Ensemble Cast Of Assisted Dying Short ‘Hot Chocolate’

EXCLUSIVE: Former Stargate Universe and The Originals star Elyse Levesque has gathered a high-profile ensemble Canadian cast for her debut short film Hot Chocolate, which she wrote and is co-directing with Michael Driscoll, as filming begins in Vancouver and …

Netflix Doubles Down On Mexican Film: New Slate Includes Diego Luna In ‘México 86’ & Adaptation Of Carlos Fuentes Novel ‘Aura’
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Netflix Doubles Down On Mexican Film: New Slate Includes Diego Luna In ‘México 86’ & Adaptation Of Carlos Fuentes Novel ‘Aura’

EXCLUSIVE: Netflix has greenlit six Mexican movies, including México 86, which stars Diego Luna and tells the story behind Mexico landing the 1986 World Cup. Also on the streamer’s slate are pics from Jorge Michel Grau, Rodrigo García, Ariel Winograd, Alonso …

Rose Garnett, Adele Romanski & Eva Victor Among Names Added To Edinburgh Industry Lineup
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Rose Garnett, Adele Romanski & Eva Victor Among Names Added To Edinburgh Industry Lineup

The full Edinburgh Film Festival industry lineup was announced this afternoon, with high-profile visitors including filmmakers Rose Garnett and Eva Victor alongside producer Adele Romanski (Moonlight).  Edinburgh’s industry events will run from 15 August to 2…

NewFilmmakers LA Reveals Lineup For 2025 ‘InFocus: Latin & Hispanic Cinema’ Film Festival
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NewFilmmakers LA Reveals Lineup For 2025 ‘InFocus: Latin & Hispanic Cinema’ Film Festival

EXCLUSIVE: NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) will host the 2025 edition of InFocus: Latin & Hispanic Cinema Film Festival, scheduled for Sept. 19 and 20, 2025. The festival will be held at the 500-seat South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles. The festival’s…

Filmmakers Salvatore Scarpa & Max Burgoyne-Moore On Capturing The Reality Of Immigrant Children In ‘Largo’ Short Film
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Filmmakers Salvatore Scarpa & Max Burgoyne-Moore On Capturing The Reality Of Immigrant Children In ‘Largo’ Short Film

Resilience in the face of hopelessness is at the center of co-writer and co-directing duo Salvatore Scarpa and Max Burgoyne-Moore’s short film Largo. The 19-minute drama, which was shown at this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival, follows Musa (Zack Elsokari), …

‘Conclave’ Helmer Edward Berger On Taking Colin Farrell Through A Macau Casino Fever Dream In Netflix TIFF Premiere ‘Ballad Of A Small Player’
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‘Conclave’ Helmer Edward Berger On Taking Colin Farrell Through A Macau Casino Fever Dream In Netflix TIFF Premiere ‘Ballad Of A Small Player’

EXCLUSIVE: After following his Oscar-winning muddy WWI epic All Quiet on the Western Front with the Vatican for Conclave, director Edward Berger has taken another radical turn, this time to the gaudy glitz and desperation of the Macau casinos for Ballad of a …

Paradha movie review: Praveen Kandregula orchestrates a nuanced, refreshing social drama
The Indian Express

Paradha movie review: Praveen Kandregula orchestrates a nuanced, refreshing social drama

Paradha movie review: Anchored by Anupama Parameswaran, Darshana Rajendran and Sangeetha Krish, Paradha never goes shrill despite being high-pitched.

Born out of wedlock, abandoned by father, serially abused in Bollywood, she became industry’s biggest female superstar
The Indian Express

Born out of wedlock, abandoned by father, serially abused in Bollywood, she became industry’s biggest female superstar

She's now known as perhaps the most elegant female superstar of her generation, but she came from nothing, climbed her way up the ranks of the film industry with tremendous difficulty, and proved herself against all odds.

Forgotten by Bollywood and abandoned by children, Yash Chopra heroine lived alone for 12 years, donated house to NGO before death
The Indian Express

Forgotten by Bollywood and abandoned by children, Yash Chopra heroine lived alone for 12 years, donated house to NGO before death

She played key roles in films directed by Raj Kapoor and Yash Chopra; she worked with the likes of Rajesh Khanna and Dev Anand, but in her personal life, she was abandoned by her children and left to live all by herself.

Salakaar review: This Naveen Kasturia series is a cringe-fest
The Indian Express

Salakaar review: This Naveen Kasturia series is a cringe-fest

Salakaar review: The only actors who rise above this series is Naveen Kasturia and Mukesh Rishi. Both deserve better.

Vyjayanthimala was ready to quit movies at 35, but people from the industry didn’t accept her decision: ‘The offers kept coming’
The Indian Express

Vyjayanthimala was ready to quit movies at 35, but people from the industry didn’t accept her decision: ‘The offers kept coming’

Vyjayanthimala opens up about her decision to leave the glamour and charm of Bollywood right at the peak of her career, and how people from the industry perceived it.

‘A-listers are threatened by me, I was better than Ranbir Kapoor in my debut,’ says Muzammil Ibrahim: ‘Industry hasn’t been fair’
The Indian Express

‘A-listers are threatened by me, I was better than Ranbir Kapoor in my debut,’ says Muzammil Ibrahim: ‘Industry hasn’t been fair’

Ranbir Kapoor and Muzammil Ibrahim made their film debuts in the same year with Saawariya and Dhokha, respectively.

Saiyaara director Mohit Suri reveals he was blackmailed with negative reviews, reacts to allegations of fake audience reactions
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Saiyaara director Mohit Suri reveals he was blackmailed with negative reviews, reacts to allegations of fake audience reactions

Saiyaara director Mohit Suri revealed that certain individuals threatened to post negative reviews of the money unless they were paid.

‘I was worried about doing Deepika Padukone’s mehendi in cold Lake Como, Ranveer Singh came and lit up the room’: Artiste recalls how Ranveer ‘changed the mood’
The Indian Express

‘I was worried about doing Deepika Padukone’s mehendi in cold Lake Como, Ranveer Singh came and lit up the room’: Artiste recalls how Ranveer ‘changed the mood’

For her own wedding to Ranveer Singh, actor Deepika Padukone hired mehenedi artist Veena Nagda, who she met during the filming of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. The artiste recalled Deepika and Ranveer's chemistry.

Coolie vs War 2 advance booking: Rajinikanth’s film races far ahead of Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR’s action thriller, already earns Rs 16 cr
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Coolie vs War 2 advance booking: Rajinikanth’s film races far ahead of Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR’s action thriller, already earns Rs 16 cr

Coolie vs War 2 advance booking: While Rajinikanth's Coolie has already earned in double digits through its advance booking, Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR-starrer War 2 lags far behind with its advance sales only a fraction of the latter.

To be a ‘Bangali’, one need not speak ‘Bengali’
The Indian Express

To be a ‘Bangali’, one need not speak ‘Bengali’

Mamata Banerjee government’s recent order to show a Bengali film on prime time across multiplexes represents Bhadralok hegemony

Coolie first day advance booking: Rajinikanth’s film crosses Rs 20 cr in India four days before release, Rs 50 cr worldwide as it aims for Rs 100 cr opening
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Coolie first day advance booking: Rajinikanth’s film crosses Rs 20 cr in India four days before release, Rs 50 cr worldwide as it aims for Rs 100 cr opening

Coolie first day advance booking: Despite the A certificate, Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj's crime thriller may turn out to be Tamil cinema's biggest worldwide opening yet.

Actor, who worked with Amitabh Bachchan and Sridevi, was not at peace with fame and left the industry at the peak of his career
The Indian Express

Actor, who worked with Amitabh Bachchan and Sridevi, was not at peace with fame and left the industry at the peak of his career

Mangal Dhillon was one of the most prominent television actors of his time, known for iconic serials like Buniyaad, Junoon, and Noorjahan. At the peak of his career, he was also among the highest-paid actors on Indian television.

Is Farah Khan an accidental Marxist? What her end credits reveal about Bollywood’s hidden labour
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Is Farah Khan an accidental Marxist? What her end credits reveal about Bollywood’s hidden labour

Farah Khan's end credits sequence may not answer all the big questions, but they do make it fun to recognise that the film you just watched wasn't conjured into being by Shah Rukh Khan alone.

Ne Zha II is the biggest movie in the world right now. Why is that again?
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Ne Zha II is the biggest movie in the world right now. Why is that again?

Ne Zha II's incredible box office success has raised some questions. Namely: What is this whole story about? Why does it have everyone talking about China’s dethroning of Hollywood? And why is the world’s most famous face suddenly that of a pug-nosed demon ba…

How Blackmagic Design Impacted The Film Industry
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How Blackmagic Design Impacted The Film Industry

All of 2020 and half of 2021, I was working until 2 a.m. every day because I was writing the code that runs the company,” says Grant Petty, CEO and founder of Blackmagic Design. The 53-year-old billionaire isn’t kidding. He despises outsourcing, so he litera…

James Gunn On ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2, DCU And Valuable Start At Troma
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James Gunn On ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2, DCU And Valuable Start At Troma

"Peacemaker" Season 2 and "Superman" director James Gunn discusses the new season of the John Cena-led series and recalls his start at Troma Entertainment.

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Courts Controversy For Shooting In Disputed African Territory
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Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Courts Controversy For Shooting In Disputed African Territory

“The Odyssey,” an upcoming historical epic directed by Christopher Nolan, is facing some backlash for shooting in the city of Dakhla in Western Sahara, which is occupied by the Moroccan government.

The AI-Altered ‘Wizard Of Oz’ Controversy, Explained
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The AI-Altered ‘Wizard Of Oz’ Controversy, Explained

‘The Wizard of Oz’ has been altered by generative AI to fit the giant screen of the Las Vegas Sphere, sparking backlash online from film fans.

Made In Cookware Turns Up The Retail Heat By Opening In Crate And Barrel
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Made In Cookware Turns Up The Retail Heat By Opening In Crate And Barrel

Cookware brand Made In is launching an exclusive collection with Crate and Barrel, marking a key expansion into brick-and-mortar retail.

Rock Band Cardinal Black Recommends Welsh Travel Sites
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Rock Band Cardinal Black Recommends Welsh Travel Sites

Welsh rock and roll band Cardinal Black takes New York City by storm, and guitarist Chris Buck returns the favor by giving travel tips for Americans heading to Wales.

No Lights, No Camera, Just AI: Is This Hollywood's Future?
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No Lights, No Camera, Just AI: Is This Hollywood's Future?

The advancing capabilities of AI appear to be taking the wheel and may be on a path to creating the biggest change the entertainment business has ever experienced.

How ‘Nobody 2’s Powerhouse Producers Win In Hollywood In Tough Times
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How ‘Nobody 2’s Powerhouse Producers Win In Hollywood In Tough Times

As 'Nobody 2' lands in theaters, David Leitch and Kelly McCormick discuss leading Hollywood's action pack with 87North Productions, delighting fans and financiers alike.

I Used AI to Make a Video That Sucks
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I Used AI to Make a Video That Sucks

I used AI to make a video that sucks. It is bad. It is boring. But I made it in under an hour. And now it is my entire personality. To some, my AI-made video that sucks is only that: a video that sucks. A two-minute-long, barely coherent amalgam of regurgitat…

Josh Larsen on the Return of Cinema Interruptus
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Josh Larsen on the Return of Cinema Interruptus

Matt Zoller Seitz speaks to Josh Larsen about the upcoming Cinema Interruptus presentation of Robert Altman's The Player.

6 Highlights From K-Culture Night At The Academy Museum With KCON
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6 Highlights From K-Culture Night At The Academy Museum With KCON

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and CJ Entertainment partnered to celebrate K-Culture with conversations and performances from this generation of rising stars.