Inside Sony's Bidding War Victory for 'Wolf's Belly'
Sony Pictures outbids major rivals including Amazon for John August and Simón Estrada's dark fairy tale graphic novel, with Alfonso Cuarón producing.
Lucasfilm Locks May 2027 for Shawn Levy's 'Starfighter' Starring Ryan Gosling
Slated for the 50th anniversary of the original 1977 release, Shawn Levy's standalone Star Wars movie starring Ryan Gosling has wrapped principal photography and entered...
Light, Chemicals, and Pure Instinct: How Terrence Malick Rewrote Cinema with The Tree of Life
A $32 million risk that yielded a Palme d'Or, Terrence Malick's 2011 masterpiece abandoned traditional screenwriting to redefine visual language.
The $8,000 Reality Behind 'Anora': Ivy Wolk and the Hidden Math of Indie Hits
Ivy Wolk revealed she earned $8,000 for playing Crystal in Sean Baker's Anora, opening a raw debate over actor compensation in festival hits that gross tens of millions.
Late Night Gets Its First Gen Z Cast Member: Grace Reiter’s Viral DIY Cinema Engine Moves to Studio 8H
From a three-day, low-budget Hunger Games parody that racked up nearly 14 million views to Lorne Michaels’ Studio 8H, Grace Reiter represents a seismic pipeline shift for network...
California Hits Back: Newsom Signs $750 Million Film Tax Credit Boost and State's First Post-Production Rebate
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 2319 and SB 186 into law, creating California's first standalone post-production credit and expanding overall film incentives to $750 million.
California Unveils First Standalone Post-Production Tax Credit Under AB 2319
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2319, granting up to 50 percent back on post-production expenses in California without requiring projects to shoot in the state.
Black Bear Lands Olivia Colman Starrer 'Wicker' in Bidding War Ahead of October Release
Black Bear has acquired North American rights to the star-studded period fable 'Wicker,' setting an October theatrical launch for the Sundance and EFM breakout starring Olivia...
Aardman Abandons Streaming Exclusivity as GKIDS Brings Shaun the Sheep Back to Theaters
After sending its last two feature films directly to Netflix, the iconic stop-motion studio partners with GKIDS and StudioCanal for a September theatrical release.
San Francisco’s Next Arthouse Cinema Is 49 Seats and $50,000 Away from Reality
Programmer Nellie Killian has cleared $116,000 on Kickstarter for The Portal Cinema, but high-voltage 35mm projection requires one final infrastructure push before the Mission...
Mars and Miracles: The Enduring Allure of Solitary Survival on Screen
Ridley Scott's 2015 blockbuster, "The Martian," redefined sci-fi survival, blending spectacle with grounded storytelling. As "Project Hail Mary" prepares for release, comparisons...
Vertical Breaks Bank for 'Cliffhanger' Reboot, Eyes 2027 Wide Release
Vertical Entertainment has made its largest acquisition to date, securing US distribution rights for the Jaume Collet-Serra directed 'Cliffhanger' at TIFF: The Market. The deal...
Benjamín Naishtat’s ‘Glaxo’ Lands with Festival Buzz, Adapting Ronsino’s Industrial Noir
Benjamín Naishtat’s latest, ‘Glaxo,’ has premiered to festival attention, translating Hernán Ronsino’s acclaimed novel to the screen. The film navigates Argentina’s industrial...
Bassam Tariq's 'Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother' Ignites TIFF, Mahershala Ali Delivers Post-Blade Masterclass
Bassam Tariq and Mahershala Ali reunite after the 'Blade' saga, delivering a critically acclaimed, genre-bending film at TIFF that redefines expectations for both artists.
Ayer and Pitt Reunite: 'Heart of the Beast' Bets on Action and Emotion
David Ayer and Brad Pitt's latest collaboration, 'Heart of the Beast', is set to hit theaters, marking their first joint project since 2014's 'Fury'. The film, distributed by...
HBO's 'The Pitt' Dominates Emmys, Solidifying Drama Landscape
HBO's medical drama 'The Pitt' secured the Outstanding Drama Series Emmy, cementing its status as a critical and commercial powerhouse. Noah Wyle's repeat win for Lead Actor...
Horror Comedy 'Widow's Bay' Dominates Emmys, Rhys Makes History
The 78th Emmy Awards saw a genre-bending horror comedy sweep major categories, signaling a shift in television's comedic landscape. One actor also made an unprecedented double win.
78th Emmys: 'Widow's Bay' Dominates Comedy, Matthew Rhys Makes History
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards delivered major upsets and record-breaking wins, with 'Widow's Bay' sweeping the comedy categories and Matthew Rhys securing an unprecedented dual...
Michael J. Fox Honored with Sixth-Ever Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Emmys
Television Academy bestows rare honor, recognizing actor's monumental impact beyond the screen. The award highlights decades of advocacy and billions in research funding.
Tom Pelphrey Takes Emmy Gold For 'Task,' Signaling HBO's Continued Dominance
In a category stacked with talent, Tom Pelphrey's win for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for HBO Max's 'Task' underscores the streamer's awards-season prowess and...
Allison Janney's Eighth Emmy: A Record-Setting Night for Television's Most Decorated Performers
Allison Janney's win for Netflix's 'The Diplomat' marks her eighth Primetime Emmy, tying the all-time record for acting achievements. The unprecedented simultaneous achievement...
One-Man Studio Matthew Wilson Delivers Another Indie Comedy to Streaming Platforms
Filmmaker Matthew Wilson continues his microbudget filmmaking journey with "The Pastor and the Pro," a new independent comedy now available on multiple streaming services.
Brazilian Short 'Esconde-Esconde' Captures Intimacy on 16mm, Signals New Talent
Vitória Vasconcellos's 'Esconde-Esconde' is making waves on the festival circuit, earning accolades for its raw, intimate portrayal of family secrets through a unique first-person...
Woody Harrelson Takes Lead in Rick Alverson's 'Summer of Roses'
Three-time Oscar nominee Woody Harrelson is set to star in Rick Alverson's latest independent feature, 'Summer of Roses.' The suspense drama, co-written by Alverson and Micah...
Paramount Reclaims Animation Slate from Netflix in Strategic Shift
A high-profile animation output deal between Paramount and Netflix has dissolved, signaling Paramount's renewed focus on its own streaming ecosystem. The move follows a major...
Kore-eda’s 'Look Back' Sweeps Independent Honors at Venice, Sets Stage for Awards Run
Hirokazu Kore-eda’s latest, “Look Back,” garnered significant buzz at the 83rd Venice Film Festival, dominating the independent prize circuit despite missing the top Golden Lion.
Jack Black's Minecraft Sequel: A Box Office Block or Building Blocks for Trouble?
The announcement of 'A Minecraft Movie Squared' confirms Jack Black's return, alongside Jason Momoa and newcomer Kirsten Dunst. This sequel stakes its claim on a prime July 2027...
Glendale's Alex Theatre Returns to First-Run, 70mm Reigns Supreme
A historic Los Angeles-area theater, dormant for decades in the first-run circuit, has reopened its doors with state-of-the-art 35mm and 70mm projection, signaling a renewed...
Lights On, Marianne: Kentucky Town Aims to Revive Long-Dark Theater
Bellevue, Kentucky's Marianne Theater, closed for 26 years, is on the cusp of a major revival. A recent city council vote greenlights a community-led effort to restore the...
Where Is Jordan Peele's Fourth Feature?
Originally slated for release this holiday season, Jordan Peele's secretive follow-up to Nope remains completely absent from Universal's theatrical calendar.