Alia Shawkat and Kristen Stewart, who previously co-starred in the 2010 film 'The Runaways,' are reuniting in the upcoming stoner comedy 'The Wrong Girls.' At a recent screening, Shawkat recalled that on the set of 'The …
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Shawkat and Stewart Reunite Onscreen After Decade-Long Wait Since 'The Runaways'
Locarno Film Festival Entry 'Destroy All Girls' Examines Skater Subculture
Erin Vassilopoulos's film 'Destroy All Girls' premiered at the Locarno Film Festival, offering an anthropological look at the enduring skater subculture. The drama follows a young woman from New Jersey who joins a group …
Letterboxd Addresses Outage That Logged Out Users
Letterboxd, the social platform for movie enthusiasts, experienced a website crash that signed users out of their accounts. The company acknowledged the issue on social media Sunday morning, stating they are still workin…
Netflix Documentary Reveals the Reason Behind Nadal's Retirement
A new Netflix documentary titled 'Rafa' explores why tennis legend Rafael Nadal decided to retire after a storied career. The film, directed by Zach Heinzerling, follows Nadal during his final season both on and off the …
Locarno Film Festival Industry Awards Recognize 'Spring Story,' 'The Surubí,' and 'Yazz'
The Locarno Film Festival's industry strand, Locarno Pro, has announced the winners of its awards. Among the honored projects are 'Spring Story,' 'The Surubí,' and 'Yazz,' along with 'Magnetic Storms' and 'Cuore Matto.' …
Haunted Pizzeria from Five Nights at Freddy’s Franchise to Open at New Jersey Mall
An immersive Freddy Fazbear's Pizza, based on the haunted restaurant from the Five Nights at Freddy's games and films, will open next year at the American Dream mall in Bergen County, New Jersey. The attraction arrives a…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Reaches $1 Billion Overseas in Record Time
Sony and Marvel Studios' Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the second-fastest film ever to surpass $1 billion at the international box office, achieving the milestone in just 12 days. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton…
PAW Patrol's Dinosaur Adventure Delivers Predictable Fun for Young Fans
The latest film in the PAW Patrol franchise introduces adorable dinosaurs alongside the heroic pups. The movie features voice work from Jennifer Hudson, Bill Nye, and Paris Hilton. Critics note the film is exactly what a…
Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Surpasses 'Dark Knight Rises' to Become His Highest-Earning Film
Christopher Nolan's epic 'The Odyssey,' starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, has become the director's highest-grossing film ever, overtaking 'The Dark Knight Rises.' The Universal feature, which debuted in theaters on July …
Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Surpasses $1.1 Billion, Topping His Previous Record
Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic, 'The Odyssey,' has crossed $1.1 billion at the global box office, making it the director's highest-grossing film ever. It overtakes his 2012 film 'The Dark Knight Rises,' w…
Locarno Film Co-Created with Homeless Individuals Aims to Spark Dialogue
The film 'Down the Arm of God,' starring Caleb Landry Jones, premieres at the Locarno Film Festival. Directed by Peter Brunner, a former student of Michael Haneke, and produced by Luc Besson, it was developed in collabor…
James Gray Receives Locarno Honor, Discusses Cinematic Vision and Self-Critique on Directing Actors
James Gray attended the Locarno Film Festival to receive an honorary award before the Swiss premiere of his film 'Paper Tiger' on the Piazza Grande. In a press conference, he shared his perspective on cinema's dreamlike …
Director James Gray Blames Actors for Shaping Film Aesthetics, Jokes About Cinema Talkers
At the Locarno Film Festival, where he is receiving the Career Leopard award, director James Gray remarked that actors often dictate the visual style of movies. He also expressed frustration with audience chatter, saying…
Guadagnino Backs Former Assistant's Second Feature as a Needed Antidote to Italy's Stale Cinema
Luca Guadagnino attended the Locarno Film Festival to discuss his role as producer on Giovanni Tortorici's coming-of-age drama 'Ketticè'. The film, which stars Monica Bellucci, explores young people let down by schools a…
Locarno Entry 'Rehmat' Draws on a Family's Real-Life Tragedy to Tell a Story of Loss
Indian filmmaker Gurvinder Singh's Locarno competition film 'Rehmat' stars Naseeruddin Shah and is set in a house where the real family lost a 19-year-old son to a drug overdose after meeting the crew. Singh emphasizes t…
Chilean Filmmakers Deliver a Surreal Stop-Motion Fairy Tale That Subverts Princess Tropes
Cristobal León and Joaquín Cociña, known for their debut 'The Wolf House,' present 'Donkey Princess,' a stop-motion fantasy blending claymation, puppetry, and papier-mâché. The film follows a princess who flees her kingd…
Ukrainian Director Natalka Vorozhbyt Explores Russia-Ukraine Tensions Through a Romantic Drama in New Film 'Demons'
Writer-director Natalka Vorozhbyt's film 'Demons' uses a story of love and betrayal as an allegory for the fraught relationship between Russia and Ukraine. The movie, which premieres at the Locarno Film Festival, follows…
First Look at Mahesh Babu’s Dual Role in Rajamouli’s Epic ‘Varanasi’ Revealed
Two new character stills of Mahesh Babu from S.S. Rajamouli's upcoming film 'Varanasi' were released on the actor's birthday, showcasing his character Rudhra on location in Africa. The film's narrative spans thousands of…
Ann Oren's Locarno Entry 'Objet a' Examines Obsession and Technology's Toll on Human Connection
The film 'Objet a,' directed by Ann Oren and premiering at the Locarno Festival, follows hand surgeons played by Aenne Schwarz and Louis Hofmann who become consumed by fixations. The movie reflects on contemporary issues…
‘Cookie Queens’ Documentary Falls Flat as Overly Competitive Reality-Style Film
Directed by Alysa Nahmias, 'Cookie Queens' follows four girls competing in the world of Girl Scout cookie sales. The film, produced by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, is criticized for relying too heavily on a reality-sh…
John Hughes Envisioned ‘Breakfast Club’ Sequel with Adult Cast, Reveals Anthony Michael Hall
Anthony Michael Hall revealed on 'The Rich Eisen Show' that director John Hughes had discussed a sequel to 'The Breakfast Club' where the characters reunite as adults in their 30s. Hall said the idea was on Hughes' mind …
McConaughey Sings and Plays Banjo in New Clip from Upcoming Film
Matthew McConaughey showcases his singing and banjo skills in a scene from the film 'The Rivals of Amziah King'. Lakeshore Records has released the single and music video for the song 'Quill', performed by McConaughey an…
Jane Schoenbrun Uses Candy and Nostalgia to Deconstruct Slasher Genre in 'Teenage Sex & Death at Camp Miasma'
Jane Schoenbrun's new film 'Teenage Sex & Death at Camp Miasma' deconstructs the slasher genre using nostalgic elements like candy and junk food. The director aims to create a mindset where audiences can enjoy scary cont…
Warner Bros. Taps AI Dog Hosts for Quirky 'The End of Oak Street' Promo
Warner Bros. partnered with the AI-generated podcast 'DogPack' to promote its upcoming sci-fi action film 'The End of Oak Street'. The 90-second clip features AI dogs interviewing the canine actor from the movie, who pra…
Prince-Bythewood and Mbedu Debut Exclusive Clips from 'Children of Blood and Bone' at MVAAFF
At the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival, director Gina Prince-Bythewood and star Thuso Mbedu presented never-before-seen footage from the upcoming African fantasy film. Prince-Bythewood praised author Tom…
‘One Night Only’ Creators Address Fan Confusion Over Premarital Sex Ban in Rom-Com
The writer and producer of the film 'One Night Only' respond to audience queries about the movie's fictional world where premarital sex is illegal except for a single 12-hour period. Star Callum Turner advises viewers to…
Johnson Dismisses Poor Reception for Live-Action Moana as Inevitable
Dwayne Johnson responded to the negative reviews of Disney's live-action Moana remake, which holds a 32% Rotten Tomatoes score. The actor expressed pride in the film despite its poor box office performance, calling the c…
Simon McQuoid Uncertain About Helming Next Mortal Kombat Film
Director Simon McQuoid has expressed uncertainty regarding his involvement in a potential third Mortal Kombat movie. The project currently remains in limbo with no confirmed development progress. McQuoid's comments cast …
The Lobster offers a bleakly comic vision of love in a dystopian world
Yorgos Lanthimos' film The Lobster presents a darker, more absurd take on romance than typical dystopian romantic comedies. The article examines how the movie's ideas about love are far more unsettling than superficial g…
Will Gluck Acknowledges Dystopian Parallels Between His Rom-Com and The Purge
Director Will Gluck addresses online comparisons between his new Universal romantic comedy 'One Night Only' and the dystopian 'Purge' franchise. The film, now in theaters, follows two New Yorkers who meet on a single nig…
Olivia Wilde accuses studios of bribing producers to push films to streaming
Director Olivia Wilde claims studios offer financial incentives to producers to send movies to streaming instead of theaters, calling it a bribe. She says the extra money goes to financiers, not filmmakers. Wilde made th…
Propstore auction features severed toe and taxidermied Cat in the Hat among bizarre film props
Propstore's latest auction includes disturbing Hollywood memorabilia such as a severed toe from The Big Lebowski and a taxidermied Cat in the Hat costume. The items showcase the macabre side of film prop collecting. Bidd…
Monica Barbaro Describes Upcoming Luca Guadagnino Film as 'Madcap Comedy' and 'Horror Story'
Monica Barbaro, star of 'One Night Only', revealed that Luca Guadagnino's upcoming OpenAI film 'Artificial' has been described to her as both a madcap comedy and a horror story. She also addressed recent comments made by…
John Hughes Envisioned a 'Breakfast Club' Sequel, Says Anthony Michael Hall
Anthony Michael Hall revealed that director John Hughes had discussed a potential sequel to 'The Breakfast Club' that would follow the characters as adults. Hall stated that the idea was on Hughes' mind and that they had…
Olivia Wilde Pushed for Theatrical Release of 'The Invite' After Sundance Success
Olivia Wilde advocated for a theatrical release of her comedy 'The Invite' following its positive reception at the Sundance Film Festival. She described being passionate about allowing audiences to experience the film in…
Rob Reiner’s Adaptation of Stephen King’s ‘The Body’ Became a Beloved Classic Four Decades Ago
Rob Reiner’s 1986 film 'Stand by Me,' based on Stephen King’s novella 'The Body,' received widespread critical acclaim upon release. The movie even earned the approval of King, who is known for being difficult to please …
Wilde Claims Studios Offer Financial Incentives to Skip Theatrical Releases
At the Locarno Film Festival, Olivia Wilde revealed she pushed for her film 'The Invite' to receive a theatrical release. She alleged that studios often provide monetary incentives to persuade filmmakers to bypass cinema…
Spider-Man Sequel Nears Record with Massive Second Weekend Box Office
Tom Holland's latest Spider-Man film is on track for one of the highest-grossing second weekends in history, earning an estimated $143 million. The movie faces new competition from releases including 'One Night Only,' 'S…
Bellucci Discusses Her Role as a Frustrated Mother in Guadagnino-Backed Drama at Locarno
At the Locarno Film Festival, Monica Bellucci praised the young cast and director Giovanni Tortorici for his second feature, 'Ketticè', which is produced by Luca Guadagnino. Bellucci described her character as a mother w…
Bella Thorne teases 'Spring Breakers' sequel as 'litty McTitties'
Bella Thorne, writer-director of the upcoming "Spring Breakers" sequel, described the film as "litty McTitties." The sequel, titled "Spring Breakers: Salvation Mountain," was announced last year with Matthew Bright origi…
Netflix places actor in billboard for 24/7 promotion of thriller 'The Last House'
Netflix has an actor living inside a billboard to promote its thriller "The Last House." The actor has been residing in the billboard since Thursday as part of a marketing stunt.
Test audiences force director to remove nudity from upcoming sex comedy 'One Night Only'
Director Will Gluck revealed that test audiences became uncomfortable with the amount of sex and nudity in his new sex comedy, leading him to cut significant portions. The film, titled "One Night Only," underwent changes…
German-Ukrainian Drama Explores Trans Love Amidst War's Devastation
The film 'I Rarely Wake Up Dreaming' is a German-Ukrainian production that offers a dramatic narrative about a transgender relationship set against the backdrop of Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. It aims to fill a gap…
Elvin Brandhi, Not Brian Eno, Composes Soundtrack for Beatrice Gibson's Locarno Premiere 'At Night'
Experimental musician Elvin Brandhi created the soundtrack for Beatrice Gibson's feature film 'At Night,' which premieres at the Locarno Film Festival. Gibson discusses the collaborative process behind her first feature …
Portuguese Director Edgar Pêra Uses AI to Critique Radicalism in New Locarno Film
Edgar Pêra's latest film, 'Asphalt Guerrilla,' premieres at the Locarno festival, mixing documentary and fiction with artificial intelligence to examine modern radicalism. The director explains he employs AI as a tool to…
Sarajevo Film Festival Launches Tribute Program for Late Filmmaker Béla Tarr
The Sarajevo Film Festival has introduced a new program honoring the legacy of Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr, who passed away this year. The tribute will focus on works by former students of his Film Factory in Sarajevo.
Film Review: 'I Is Another' — Claes Bang Portrays Himmler's Massage Therapist in Psychological Thriller
"I Is Another" is a period psychological thriller starring Claes Bang as Felix Kersten, massage therapist to Heinrich Himmler. The film explores historical truth and contemporary resonance. It is directed by Felix Randau…
Dwayne Johnson Addresses Negative Reviews for Live-Action 'Moana' Remake
Dwayne Johnson responded to the poor critical reception of the live-action "Moana" remake, saying he accepts the mixed reviews. He recalled the first two reviews being positive but acknowledged the overall tepid response…
Afghanistan's Forgotten Cosmonaut: A Documentary Reveals a Hidden Space Achievement
Filmmaker Elham Ehsas explores Afghanistan's little-known 1988 space mission in his documentary 'Forgotten Spaceman,' premiering at the Locarno Film Festival. The film uncovers a startling family connection and aims to h…
Will Gluck removed extensive nudity from 'One Night Only' due to audience aversion to sex scenes
Director Will Gluck says he cut 'so much nudity' from his romantic comedy 'One Night Only' because viewers often find sex on screen distracting. The film is set in a world where premarital sex is legal for one night each…
Netflix's 'The Last House' ending reveals the reason behind the family's confinement
The new Netflix sci-fi film 'The Last House' follows a family and neighbors mysteriously locked inside their homes. The ending explains the cause of their entrapment.
Johnson Responds to Mixed Moana Reception Following Disappointing Box Office
Dwayne Johnson commented on the mixed critical reception of Moana after the film underperformed at the box office. In a recent interview, he said audiences are free to love or dislike the movie. The actor's remarks come …
Jason Clarke Cast in Amazon MGM and Miramax's 'Supermax' Action-Thriller
Jason Clarke has signed on to star in the upcoming action-thriller 'Supermax' from Amazon MGM Studios and Miramax. He joins a cast that includes Will Smith, AnnaSophia Robb, and Jaafar Jackson. Specific character details…
Brandon Sanderson Calls Speed Racer a Perfect 10/10 Film
Author Brandon Sanderson praised the Wachowskis' Speed Racer movie, calling it 'unironically a 10 out of 10' and stating it was underappreciated upon release. His comments highlight the film's growing cult status.
Dwayne Johnson Addresses Backlash Over Live-Action Moana Remake
Dwayne Johnson responded to the negative reviews and poor box office performance of Disney's live-action Moana remake. He shared his thoughts on the criticism and the film's reception.
Bella Thorne to Write, Direct, and Star in 'Spring Breakers 2' Following Her Directorial Debut
Bella Thorne has confirmed that she will write, direct, and star in the sequel to Harmony Korine's 2012 film 'Spring Breakers'. Producers approached her after seeing her directorial debut, making this her second feature …
2026 Brings a Wave of Literary Adaptations to Theaters and Streaming
Numerous book-to-film adaptations are scheduled for release in 2026, spanning both theatrical and streaming platforms. Notable titles include the Netflix rom-com 'People We Meet on Vacation' from Emily Henry's novel, whi…
Film Review: 'I Is Another' Explores Himmler's Masseur in a Thought-Provoking WWII Drama
The German drama 'I Is Another' stars Claes Bang as Heinrich Himmler's masseur, with Valerie Pachner. Directed by Felix Randau, the film is a weighty meditation on a WWII footnote that becomes relevant in a post-truth wo…
Paramount's 'Crawl' Sequel Casts Mason Gooding and Emily Rudd, Alexandre Aja Returns to Direct
Mason Gooding and Emily Rudd have been cast in the sequel to the 2019 horror thriller 'Crawl'. Alexandre Aja, who directed the original, will return to direct the follow-up for Paramount.
Netflix Taps Kirill Sokolov to Direct Sci-Fi Action Film 'Blur'
Kirill Sokolov, known for 'They Will Kill You', is set to direct the sci-fi action movie 'Blur' for Netflix. Shawn Levy's production company 21 Laps will produce the feature.