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fromInsideHook
3 days ago

Bruce Lee's Legacy Has Involved Controversies for Years

Bruce Lee's legacy, controversies, and impacts on the film industry persist over five decades after his death.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

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

Edward Wardrip is leaving documentary editing to advocate for gig economy workers' rights in law school.
fromVulture
4 days ago

Air Bud Returns Launches National Search for Goodest Boy

A nationwide talent search for a new Air Bud is underway, targeting athletic golden retrievers.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

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

Eros International re-released the film Raanjhanaa with an AI-generated happy ending, igniting controversy among filmmakers and artists.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
6 days ago

Spike Lee to host pop-up stoop sale at Brooklyn studio

Spike Lee will host a Pop-Up Stoop Sale on Aug. 9 at his production company, 40 Acres and Mule Filmworks, featuring vintage items and live merchandise signing.
Brooklyn
#casting-calls
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Francis Ford Coppola in hospital in Rome, reports say

Francis Ford Coppola has been hospitalized in Rome for heart-related issues prior to a scheduled surgery.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I can't get mad at anyone who tells me I'm a genius': original Naked Gun director softens response to reboot

David Zucker expressed support for the reboot of the Naked Gun franchise after initial skepticism, recognizing its strong reception and market for comedy.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Top Boy star Micheal Ward charged with rape and sexual assault

Micheal Ward is charged with two counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault against one woman in January 2023.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago

Metro Private Cinema Brings a Bespoke Screening Experience to Chelsea | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Metro Private Cinema reimagines public film experiences, offering twenty private screening rooms designed for intimacy and comfort, accommodating groups of four to twenty.
Film
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

Enjoy Every Second: Adam Stein and Zach Lipovsky on "Final Destination Bloodlines" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

The 'Final Destination' series returns with 'Final Destination Bloodlines', showcasing Stefani Reyes uncovering family truths while being pursued by Death.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto to present Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro with key to the city | CBC News

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow will honor Guillermo del Toro with the Key to the City for his contributions to the film industry.
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

Marvel Finally Admitted Its Biggest Mistake - And How To Fix It

Kevin Feige acknowledged that Marvel produced over 100 hours of stories between 2019 and now, leading to an overwhelming experience for audiences.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Actor Tom Troupe dies at 97 at his home in Beverly Hills

Tom Troupe, a significant figure in film and television, passed away from natural causes in Beverly Hills just days after celebrating his 97th birthday.
Los Angeles
#netflix
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Ari Aster Explains the 'Very Strong Politics' of Eddington

Ari Aster's new film is a two-and-a-half-hour dark comedy depicting a politically fraught New Mexico town during COVID-19, igniting reactions at its Cannes premiere.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

A wild and orgasmic ride': Basic Instinct set for anti-woke' reboot

Joe Eszterhas is writing a reboot of Basic Instinct, described as anti-woke, with a lucrative deal from Amazon MGM.
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

New Tron: Ares Trailer Looks Good...Ah, Damn, I Forgot Jared Leto Is In It

Tron: Ares follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind's first encounter with A.I. beings.
Film
fromPolygon
4 weeks ago

How to Train Your Dragon director on the conversation that let him feel good about his live-action remake

I just think that it's lazy on the part of the studio. When Universal Pictures president Peter Cramer told him the studio was planning a remake, he asked to direct it not out of enthusiasm, but out of concern over how another director might interfere with the version of the story he and Sanders put on screen.
Film
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Diljit Dosanjh is one of the biggest Asian stars in the world. So why can't Indian cinemagoers see his latest film?

Diljit Dosanjh's film Sardaar Ji 3 is banned in India due to political tensions around its Pakistani co-star.
Film
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

Superman's Extreme Sincerity Was Its Box-Office Superpower

Warner Bros.' superhero reboot grossed $125 million in North America, surpassing initial lowball expectations despite overall challenges in the film industry.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Wisconsin Just Passed New Tax Credits for Film and TV with Bipartisan Support - Read That Again

"A lot of these states are getting these credit programs. Some people call it a race to the bottom, and I get that. But I'm from here and I'm telling you we have a chance to make really something cool."
Film
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 month ago

You Asked, We Answered: All of Your AI Angst

AI is impacting multiple sectors, including film, and collaboration between designers and AI companies is expected to foster innovation.
Film
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago

KVIFF 2025: Broken Voices, Out of Love, Don't Call Me Mama | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Ten feature films are competing for the Crystal Globe at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The meteoric rise of David Corenswet, the actor who gave up his quiet life to become Superman

The film industry is reviving iconic characters and films, providing opportunities for actors to fulfill lifelong dreams.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The story of Pixar's latest flop: Why is Elio' the animation studio's worst box office opening?

Elio is remembered as one of the big box office flops of 2025 despite being beloved by viewers and visually beautiful, resulting in the worst performance in Pixar's history.
Film
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Hollywood Is Falling Out of Love With Los Angeles-and It's Affecting the Housing Market

"It's so grim, like a sad company town where the mill is closing," one anonymous executive told the publication.
LA real estate
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Watch the Skies review see the lips move in alien abduction sci-fi with pioneering AI

A Swedish sci-fi film features AI-assisted dubbing technology called vlubbing to adapt original audio for English-speaking audiences while maintaining visual authenticity.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Ari Aster and Lars Knudsen Want to Help You Get Your Movie Made

Lars Knudsen and Ari Aster are hosting Square Peg Social, a four-day event for aspiring filmmakers in Austin, Texas, offering intimate gatherings designed to aid in film production.
Film
Film
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Michael Douglas Says He's Done Acting: "I Had to Stop"

Michael Douglas is taking a break from acting, emphasizing he has no immediate intentions to return unless a special opportunity arises.
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Apprenticeship of Frank Yablans

Barry Diller reflects on the significant impact of a revealing article he contributed to, which shaped his subsequent career.
#michael-madsen
Film
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Director of Charlize Theron Movie 'The Old Guard 2' Reveals How She Overcame Homelessness To Conquer Hollywood

Victoria Mahoney faced homelessness and financial struggles while pursuing her film career, using her challenges as motivation to succeed.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

From child prodigy to global icon: Scarlett Johansson's discreet power

Johansson faced initial setbacks in her acting career, including being rejected by an agent due to her unconventional voice, which she humorously described as sounding like a whiskey-drinking, chain-smoking fool.
Film
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Italian film industry rocked by fantasy film' linked to American director sought in double murder

An Italian Culture Ministry official resigned after revelations of tax credits granted to a filmmaker accused of double homicide.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'The Naked Gun' Is the Most Important Movie of the Summer

Movies used to be explicitly funny, with audiences expecting to pay for laughter. Now, humor has become a tone diluted across various genres, failing to deliver true comedy.
Film
fromKqed
1 month ago

How a 2017 Documentary Lent 'Sinners' Its Chinese American History

Coogler emphasizes Chinese American representation by intricately weaving character history into the film, confronting racial issues in the narrative.
Independent films
fromVulture
5 months ago

The Best Movies of 2025 (So Far)

The article highlights enjoyable films released during awards season that may not compete for Oscars but offer creative and engaging experiences.
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

California boosts film and TV tax credit to $750 million to preserve jobs

California expands film and television tax credit program by $750 million to retain Hollywood production and increase local employment.
#california
from48 hills
1 month ago

Screen Grabs: Caught up in the raptors, again - 48 hills

The release of Jurassic Park 32 years ago marked a moment in cinematic history with groundbreaking CGI; however, it led to a reliance on formulaic storytelling.
Film
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Cat in the Hat's heated AI allegations prove we've got trust issues

From the peak of the Eiffel Tower to the treacherous waters of Niagara Falls, Cat's iconic hat was 'pictured' at different world monuments, but fans weren't easily enchanted by the stunt, throwing around some scathing AI allegations.
Film
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Jason Blum Knows Where M3gan 2.0 Went Wrong

Blumhouse's M3gan 2.0 disappointed at the box office, indicating difficulties in understanding audience preferences.
Film
fromGothamist
1 month ago

No, not that film festival in Queens. The other one.

Queens World Film Festival and Queens Film Festival are separate organizations causing confusion in their industry.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Is this Hollywood's moment of AI reckoning?

Bryn Mooser and Natasha Lyonne co-founded Asteria to leverage generative AI for filmmaking in a way they describe as 'ethical,' despite facing industry backlash.
Film
#james-bond
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Denis Villeneuve to direct new James Bond film

Denis Villeneuve will direct the next James Bond film, emphasizing both tradition and new missions.
Amazon MGM Studios is restructuring the Bond franchise, handing creative control to Villeneuve.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Amazon's New James Bond

Amazon MGM Studios acquires creative rights to James Bond, promising a new approach to the character and franchise.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

What's working and failing at movie theaters this year, from 'Sinners' to 'Snow White'

The film industry is rebounding with a 18.1% increase in box office revenue in 2025, but superhero fatigue is impacting traditional blockbusters.
#hollywood
fromVulture
1 month ago

Let Us Be Glad Ariana Grande Might Become an Oscar Voter

"We are thrilled to invite this esteemed class of artists, technologists, and professionals to join the Academy," Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said.
Film
#academy-awards
#pixar
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Meet Victoria Mahoney. She's directing one of the most anticipated movies of the summer.

Victoria Mahoney is set to make her feature film directing return with 'The Old Guard 2', transitioning from indie to big-budget directing.
Film
fromBustle
1 month ago

Simone Ashley Spoke Out About 'F1' After Being Edited Out

Simone Ashley had a positive experience despite her role being cut from Brad Pitt's F1 movie.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Top Gun 3 Could Be Tom Cruise's "Last Ride" as Maverick, Says Director

The sequel will explore an existential crisis for Maverick, marking Tom Cruise's character's final chapter.
Media industry
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Seth Rogen's Toothless Hollywood Satire

The Studio satirizes modern Hollywood, focusing on corporate exploitation of creativity led by characters reminiscent of Altman's The Player.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'28 Years Later' and the iPhone: Everything You Need to Know About How the $75 Million Film Was Shot

Danny was very good in articulating specifically what he loved about '28 Days Later.' He talked more now than he did at the time.
Independent films
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

This New Motorcycle Roadtrip Game Is Becoming A Movie In An Unusual Way

Tandem Pictures is expanding into video games with a hybrid project combining a film and a choose-your-own-adventure game.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Historic film studio hits the market at top dollar even as filming dips

Occidental Studios is up for sale amid challenges in the Los Angeles film industry, potentially attracting modern content creators seeking a historic studio space.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Brad Pitt praises AA while Johnny Depp drinks through another interview

I needed rebooting. I need to wake the (expletive) up in some areas, and it just meant a lot to me.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Here's What's Going On With Ezra Miller's Gradual Return To The Spotlight

Ezra Miller plans a tentative return to public life after addressing prior controversies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A new space to play in': can vertical dramas save the UK's TV sector?

Vertical dramas are a growing phenomenon that create job opportunities in the UK's film and TV industry.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Acrobatics, accidents and legal loopholes: The uncertain world of stunt performers

According to Angel Plana, experts in the field, stunt performers today are not just limited to dangerous scenes; they frequently step in for main actors in what seem like simple sequences.
Independent films
fromVulture
1 month ago

A Night on Eric Adams's Lawn at the Made in NY Awards

Gracie Mansion was not accessible during the Made in New York Awards, highlighting a contrast between the venue's prestige and the awards' humble execution.
NYC politics
fromConsequence
1 month ago

After "Saving Hollywood's Ass," Tom Cruise to Receive Honorary Oscar

Tom Cruise will receive an honorary Oscar in 2025, recognizing his dedication to film despite never winning a competitive award.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tom Cruise and Dolly Parton among stars set to receive honorary Oscars

Tom Cruise and Dolly Parton to receive honorary Oscars for their impactful contributions to film.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

F1 the Movie review spectacular macho melodrama handles Brad Pitt with panache

The film combines nostalgia and risk-taking in a Formula One melodrama led by Brad Pitt's character, Sonny Hayes.
Film
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Young Men Prefer Strong Female Characters in Movies

Younger male viewers prefer nuanced storytelling over action-packed films.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I Heart Willie review public-domain slasher turns Mickey Mouse into slicer-and-dicer

Public domain horror movies transform beloved characters into gory slasher film icons.
'I Heart Willie' stands out in the subgenre for its unique Michoacan setting.
Independent films
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'28 Years Later' writer Alex Garland says sequel fatigue is real - and that Marvel shares the blame

Original ideas are harder to get commissioned due to a focus on sequels and the changing dynamics of profitability.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

The Death of the Movie Star Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

Movie stars still exist, influencing film success despite changing industry dynamics and perceptions.
Modern stardom is similar to the Golden Age of Hollywood, contrary to claims of extinction.
Film
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago

You Do Not Encourage a Dodo to Fly: Harris Yulin (1937-2025) | Tributes | Roger Ebert

Harris Yulin was a versatile character actor known for his menacing and genial roles, with a career spanning nearly seven decades.
Independent films
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Danny Boyle blends zombies with Brexit: We're a small, shitty island, not an empire'

Danny Boyle discusses his filmmaking journey and the upcoming projects, including 28 Years Later, reflecting on both successes and challenges over the years.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Inside Pixar's weirdly effective strategy for boosting creativity at work

Pixar fosters creativity among employees through playful activities like mean caricature nights, encouraging risk-taking and reducing fear for better work outcomes.
Independent films
fromInverse
2 months ago

Pixar's New Original Movie Is Borrowing A Clever Trick From 'Into the Spider-Verse'

Disney's animation dominance is challenged by innovative styles like those in 'Spider-Verse'.
Pixar is set to revitalize its portfolio with new original films and animation styles.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Tech Startup Raises $24 Million to Replace Hollywood With AI Slop

Generative AI is increasingly infiltrating everyday life and the film industry, raising concerns about automation's impact on creative jobs.
Film
fromInverse
2 months ago

'Ballerina's Secret MVP Reveals More Details About Chad Stahelski's Reshoots

Duncan-Brewster underwent extensive training for her role in a John Wick spinoff, despite her character not being involved in combat.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Harris Yulin, character actor and Broadway star, dies at 88

Harris Yulin, character actor known for over 100 credits, passed away at 88, leaving a significant legacy in film and theater.
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Look at the head on that! Bottoms up to a pint of 28 Years Later beer

Merchandising partnerships are crucial for studios, yet not all films can effectively leverage brand collaborations.
Media industry
fromVulture
7 months ago

Is Blake Lively Suing Justin Baldoni Over It Ends With Us Backlash?

Blake Lively has filed a complaint against Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment and retaliation related to the film 'It Ends With Us'.
Film
fromBustle
2 months ago

Dakota Johnson Explained Exactly Why Sex Scenes Are "Not Sexy"

Dakota Johnson reveals filming sex scenes is often awkward and unsexy despite their on-screen appearance.
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