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fromInverse
10 hours ago

Before 'Gladys,' Zach Cregger Has A Secret Sci-Fi Project

Cregger's first film sold itself under the radar as a familiar thriller about a double-booking at an Airbnb, only to win critics over with a descent into a much stranger nightmare.
Independent films
Film
fromEsquire
22 hours ago

Exclusive First Look: Ridley Scott Says 'The Dog Stars' Will Surprise You

Ridley Scott reflects on hope and survival in adapting The Dog Stars, emphasizing the importance of small comforts in a post-apocalyptic world.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Adam McKay's new movie offers a glimpse at advertising's final frontier: your dreams

Publicly traded companies are by legal definition and requirement completely amoral. They want only one thing, to raise their stock price, and the public good and common decency are just obstacles to be overcome or spun in that quest.
Marketing
#star-wars
fromInverse
2 weeks ago
Independent films

2026's Most Divisive Star Wars Character Could Address A Horrible Trope

fromKotaku
1 month ago
DC food

Jon Favreau Says Jeremy Allen White's Deezed Hutt In New Star Wars Is Like Apollo Creed's Son - Kotaku

fromInverse
2 weeks ago
Independent films

2026's Most Divisive Star Wars Character Could Address A Horrible Trope

fromKotaku
1 month ago
DC food

Jon Favreau Says Jeremy Allen White's Deezed Hutt In New Star Wars Is Like Apollo Creed's Son - Kotaku

#for-all-mankind
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fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 week ago

"I Wanted to Turn Splash on Its Head": Tyler Cornack on Mermaid

Florida Man myth is explored through a darkly comedic lens in Tyler Cornack's film featuring a drug addict and an unconventional mermaid.
Independent films
fromInverse
5 days ago

30 Years Later, A Long-Dormant Sci-Fi Noir Is Finally Coming To Netflix

Brad Bird is creating Ray Gunn, an adult neo-noir sci-fi animated feature set in a retro-futuristic world.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

A 'Star Wars' and 'Top Gun' producer is joining the micro drama craze. Read his pitch deck.

Micro dramas are evolving with VeYou, an app aiming to elevate the format with high-quality storytelling and AI-driven effects.
Music production
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
6 days ago

"Personal Storytelling, Experimentation, and a DIY Spirit": A Look Inside LAFM 2026

This year's festival showcases debut features emphasizing personal storytelling and experimentation from both international and local filmmakers.
#science-fiction
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Luke O'Neill: What I think about Ryan Gosling's new movie on space science

The film 'Project Hail Mary' features a mission to save the sun from astrophages.
fromThe Independent
1 month ago
Film

Project Hail Mary doesn't suggest great things for the future of cinema - review

Project Hail Mary blends nostalgic 1970s filmmaking aesthetics with modern sci-fi storytelling, following an astronaut and alien collaborating to save their planets through scientific cooperation.
OMG science
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Luke O'Neill: What I think about Ryan Gosling's new movie on space science

The film 'Project Hail Mary' features a mission to save the sun from astrophages.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Project Hail Mary doesn't suggest great things for the future of cinema - review

Project Hail Mary blends nostalgic 1970s filmmaking aesthetics with modern sci-fi storytelling, following an astronaut and alien collaborating to save their planets through scientific cooperation.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

'Thank You For Generating With Us!' Hollywood's AI Acolytes Stay on the Hype Train

Generative AI is revolutionary, but it cannot replace human creativity, which is rooted in effort and experience.
fromThe Independent
2 weeks ago

Sam Worthington: 'I know what James Cameron wants - and I'll give it to him'

Worthington describes his career as bizarre, stating, 'I've never had a plan in that regard. I think people have looked at my career and gone, 'What the f*** is he doing?''
Film
Independent films
fromThe Independent
1 week ago

Everything Cary Elwes owned fit in a paper bag. Then he made a film with his brother

Cary Elwes faced personal loss due to wildfires but found support and purpose while filming 'Dead Man's Wire' with his brother.
Silicon Valley food
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

9 Years Later, Star Wars Is Burying Its Most Embarrassing Failure

Disney is removing all Galactic Starcruiser references from Galaxy's Edge as the failed hotel experience is being scrubbed from the parks, while the land undergoes rebranding to feature characters from multiple Star Wars eras instead of just the sequel trilogy.
Film
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

Ryan Gosling Is Making A New Sci-Fi Movie With The Daniels

Ryan Gosling is set to collaborate with directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert on a new sci-fi film, expected to be their biggest project yet.
Television
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Here's your first look at For All Mankind spinoff Star City

Star City is a new Apple TV show exploring the Soviet perspective of the 1960s space race.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

How the Project Hail Mary directors brought science to the big screen

Directors Christopher Miller and Phil Lord discuss their new sci-fi film Project Hail Mary, emphasizing storytelling that portrays science optimistically as a solution to future problems.
Independent films
fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

Andrew Scott Knows the Next Stephen Spielberg Is Out There. But How Do We Find Them?

We Were Here is a humorous mockumentary about Indian retirees resisting AI by taking over machine jobs.
#star-trek
Television
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

10 Years Later, The Latest Star Trek Cancellation Signals The End Of An Era

The modern Star Trek franchise on Paramount+ will conclude with Starfleet Academy's final season in 2027, marking the end of the 'NuTrek' era.
Television
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

10 Years Later, The Latest Star Trek Cancellation Signals The End Of An Era

The modern Star Trek franchise on Paramount+ will conclude with Starfleet Academy's final season in 2027, marking the end of the 'NuTrek' era.
Independent films
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

Could The Most Mysterious Sci-Fi Thriller Of The Year Actually Be A Secret 'Cloverfield' Movie?

Cloverfield franchise movies often rework original scripts, and speculation surrounds The End of Oak Street as a potential addition to this universe.
Film
fromInverse
4 weeks ago

53 Years Later, Star Wars Is Restoring Goofy George Lucas Canon

The term 'laser sword' predates 'lightsaber' in Star Wars canon, originating in early drafts of A New Hope, and is used by characters unfamiliar with Jedi weapons.
Television
fromEsquire
3 weeks ago

Netflix Swears That Its Shows Don't Repeat the Plot Over and Over Again

Netflix executives direct creators to repeat plot points for distracted viewers, though the company denies this practice despite evidence in their own shows.
Media industry
fromVulture
1 month ago

One Nepo to Rule Them All

David Ellison acquired Warner Bros. Discovery for $111 billion after nine rejected bids, gaining control of major film studios, cable networks, sports rights, and streaming platforms despite the substantial cost relative to his initial offer.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Project Hail Mary Is a Star Wars Movie, Basically

Rocky, an alien in Project Hail Mary, is a compassionate, intelligent being with a unique appearance and a strong bond with Dr. Ryland Grace.
Film
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hollywood Is Dead: We Must Fight to Save the True Magic

Technological advancement in filmmaking has eliminated scarcity and bottlenecks that once created awe, diminishing the magic of cinema through abundance rather than enhancing it.
Television
fromInverse
1 month ago

Alex Kurtzman Explains Why Star Trek Just Put Itself On Trial Again, 39 Years Later

Star Trek's most compelling narratives emerge when examining whether Starfleet's ideals withstand scrutiny, with the Starfleet Academy finale putting the entire organization on trial for warfare crimes and negligence.
#audience-engagement
Media industry
fromFortune
1 month ago

What Netflix's acquisition of Ben Affleck's AI filmmaking company really shows | Fortune

Media companies must shift from competing on content volume to building genuine audience connections through personalized experiences and creator relationships to retain viewers in an infinite content landscape.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago
Film

How Steven Spielberg Transformed My Career

Maintain audience engagement by delivering unexpected, memorable, valuable experiences and continually innovating before novelty fades.
Media industry
fromFortune
1 month ago

What Netflix's acquisition of Ben Affleck's AI filmmaking company really shows | Fortune

Media companies must shift from competing on content volume to building genuine audience connections through personalized experiences and creator relationships to retain viewers in an infinite content landscape.
Django
fromInverse
1 month ago

One Canceled Star Wars Show Almost Solved A Big Jedi Mystery

The Acolyte showrunner confirmed Yoda would have helped cover up crimes in Season 2, revealing the Jedi master's capacity for moral compromise and explaining his willingness to bend ethics for the greater good.
Video games
fromInverse
1 month ago

'Galactic Racer' Is The Most George Lucas-Coded Star Wars Event In Years

Star Wars: Galactic Racer represents the franchise's first successful attempt to capture the high-octane, toyetic nature of podracing as envisioned in the prequel films.
Television
fromInverse
1 month ago

10 Years Ago, One Conflicted Sci-Fi Reboot Dropped A Wild Finale

The 2009-2011 V reboot served as a transitional bridge between eras of science fiction television, featuring Morena Baccarin's standout performance as the alien leader Anna.
Film
fromKqed
1 month ago

In Space Epic 'Project Hail Mary,' Ryan Gosling Makes Science Fun | KQED

A reluctant scientist doubts his abilities while partnering with an alien to solve an impossible problem, learning self-belief through an unlikely friendship.
#ai-and-animation-technology
Media industry
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Netflix buys Ben Affleck's AI company that's geared toward filmmakers

Netflix acquires Ben Affleck's Interpositive AI company to develop AI and animation tools that assist filmmakers while preserving creative control and cinematic standards.
Media industry
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Netflix buys Ben Affleck's AI company that's geared toward filmmakers

Netflix acquires Ben Affleck's Interpositive AI company to develop AI and animation tools that assist filmmakers while preserving creative control and cinematic standards.
Film
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Steven Spielberg says he's 'never used AI' in any of his films | TechCrunch

Steven Spielberg opposes AI use in creative filmmaking roles, stating he has never used it in his films and will not replace creative individuals with machines.
Independent films
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

How Ryan Coogler's Proximity Media became Hollywood's most innovative-and bankable-company

Ryan Coogler founded Proximity Media with his wife Zinzi and producer Sev Ohanian to produce films, television, documentaries, and audio content across multiple entertainment divisions.
Television
fromInverse
1 month ago

Star Wars Is About To Bring Back A Forgotten And Confounding 'Andor' Character

Anto Kreegyr, a minor Andor character sacrificed by Luthen Rael, receives expanded focus in the upcoming Star Wars novel Edge of the Abyss, potentially revealing his background and rebellion approach.
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

Celine Song Just Might Have the Answer to What's Plaguing Hollywood

The film industry faces consolidation and AI disruption, yet original films like those by Celine Song prove ambitious storytelling can achieve both critical acclaim and commercial success.
fromInverse
2 months ago

21 Years Later, Apple TV Is Finally Bringing The Modern Tolkien To TV And Film

Perhaps best known for taking over The Wheel of Time, Sanderson made his electric debut 21 years ago with. Now, more than two decades later, Sanderson's complex fantasy books, including the Mistborn series and The Stormlight Archive, are finally getting adapted for film and TV. As revealed by The Hollywood Reporter, Sanderson's Mistborn books will be adapted into a series of films, while The Stormlight Archive will become a TV series.
Books
Independent films
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Oscar nominee Jerry Bruckheimer reflects on his love of providing joy to moviegoers

Jerry Bruckheimer, a legendary producer with over 50 years of experience, is nominated for Best Picture with 'F1' at the 98th Academy Awards, alongside four other nominations.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

AI "Filmmaker" Gets Funding, Begs For Ideas On What to Actually Make

Crowdsourcing film ideas for an AI-produced movie elicited ridicule and highlighted concerns that AI tools cannot substitute for genuine creative vision.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ben Affleck sells his AI postproduction startup to Netflix

Ben Affleck sold his AI postproduction startup InterPositive to Netflix after overcoming initial fears about artificial intelligence technology.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

David Ellison's Paramount is shaking up a key engineering group as it looks to catch up to Netflix's tech

We are evolving our operating model to strengthen accountability, deepen technical specialization, and ensure we are positioned for long term success. Paramount is changing the internal structure of key engineering groups for its streaming services, with the goal of improving user experience and facilitating AI enablement and automated testing.
Television
fromInverse
1 month ago

Jonathan Frakes Reveals The "Secret Weapon" Of His New Star Trek Episode

I do feel that [Alex] Kurtzman and Noga [Landau] have both maintained the vision, if you will, of Roddenberry, and enhanced it. And I was blessed with this group, the Starfleet Academy cast, because they had done months and months and thousands of hours together by the time I directed them. They had found each other's rhythm.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Spielberg, Coppola and Lucas: The toxic friendship that built modern Hollywood

George Lucas should have died. It was 1962; the 17-year-old had just crashed his yellow Autobianchi convertible into a walnut tree, in Modesto, California. The car rolled, bounced and came to rest - it was "beyond mangled, flipped upside down and twisted like a crushed Coke can against the tree". When the teenager woke in hospital two weeks later, his heart having nearly stopped, he had a new philosophy: "Maybe there's a reason I survived this accident that nobody should have survived."
Film
#starfleet-academy
fromInverse
1 month ago
Television

61 Years Later, Star Trek Is Taking A New Approach To The Captain Kirk Question

fromInverse
1 month ago
Television

61 Years Later, Star Trek Is Taking A New Approach To The Captain Kirk Question

fromInverse
1 month ago

12 Years Later, 'Mandalorian and Grogu' Is Rebooting A Forgotten Star Wars Villain

With only a few months left before release, we finally have a detailed trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, the silver-screen spinoff of the show that launched Disney+. From the looks of it, it was worth the wait. There's something for every fan here: unmasked Din Djarin, Grogu being a scamp, an Ardennian shopkeeper almost certainly voiced by Martin Scorsese, and a Hutt speaking Basic.
Television
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

Rian Johnson Thinks Stars Wars Is 'Most Exciting' With New Voices

Rian Johnson enjoyed directing The Last Jedi, remains open to returning to Star Wars, but currently prefers others to tell new stories in the franchise.
#lucasfilm-leadership
Film
fromInverse
1 month ago

15 Years Later, A Star Wars Fan Favorite Reveals His One Rule For A Big Comeback

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord explores Maul's transformation into a criminal kingpin between The Clone Wars and Solo, featuring Savage Opress in a significant role that prompts Maul's introspection.
Television
fromInverse
2 months ago

Marvel Nailed 'Wonder Man' By Writing Him In Reverse

Marvel reimagined obscure Wonder Man as a Black struggling actor whose anonymity enabled a radical reinterpretation and a buddy plot with Trevor Slattery.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Paramount Hires Max Landis for G.I. Joe Movie

Max Landis, accused of sexual and emotional abuse by eight women in 2019, has been hired to write a G.I. Joe film for Paramount alongside Danny McBride, marking his first major project since being removed from Shadow in the Cloud in 2020.
fromVulture
2 months ago

James Cameron Wants to Bring Michelle Yeoh to Pandora

"Michelle is definitely going to be in 4, if we make 4," Cameron shares to TVBS News, per . He already has a vision in store for her: she would be a Na'vi named Paktuelat, but didn't specify what tribe she would be a part of. Cameron has already conquered land, sea, and fire in the world of Pandora, but maybe there's a tribe of Na'vi living underground.
Film
Film
fromInverse
1 month ago

Star Wars' Most Controversial Canceled Movie Keeps Getting Weirder

Disney rejected The Hunt for Ben Solo, halting plans to resurrect the character after 2.5 years of development with Adam Driver and Steven Soderbergh.
#lucasfilm-leadership-change
Film
fromInverse
2 months ago

Steven Spielberg's Mysterious New Sci-Fi Movie Has Finally Revealed Its Aliens

Steven Spielberg returns to science fiction in 2026 with Disclosure Day, a drama about warning Earth of a possible alien invasion.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Real Secret to a Filmmaker's Success

Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg in the 1970s combined artistic daring with commercial ambition, reshaping Hollywood through auteurism and blockbuster filmmaking.
Film
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Hollywood Is Lying to Everyone About How Much AI They're Using, Says Consummate Hollywood Insider

Hollywood studios are using AI more widely across writing and production than they publicly acknowledge.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mercy review Chris Pratt takes on AI judge Rebecca Ferguson in ingenious sci-fi thriller

A 2029 LA thriller-satire where an LAPD detective must use vast surveillance and a flawed AI-justice system to clear his name for his wife's murder.
fromInverse
1 month ago

Dan Trachtenberg Has "Multiple Things" Planned For The Predator Franchise

It all began with an image of Chewbacca carrying C-3PO on his back. That one image from The Empire Strikes Back would inspire one of the best Predator movies ever, a fresh reimagining of the sci-fi horror franchise that turned the slasher monster into the protagonist. But while Star Wars will always be a north star for director Dan Trachtenberg, he didn't make Predator: Badlands with the ultimate goal of making a Star Wars movie - not that he would say no to one.
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