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fromVulture
11 hours ago

The Hunger Games Are Bigger Than Ever

The upcoming film Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping features a larger cast and a new twist with twice the tributes in the Games.
Film
fromVulture
11 hours ago

The Hunger Games Are Bigger Than Ever

The upcoming film Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping features a larger cast and a new twist with twice the tributes in the Games.
#box-office
Independent films
fromFortune
13 hours ago

'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' brings in $629 million globally over 2 weekends | Fortune

The sequel earned $69 million in its second weekend, bringing its domestic total to $308.1 million and global total to $629 million.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

How Project Hail Mary Broke Amazon's Losing Streak at the Box Office

Project Hail Mary achieved the year's biggest opening with $80.5 million, surpassing expectations and previous records for non-franchise films.
Independent films
fromFortune
13 hours ago

'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' brings in $629 million globally over 2 weekends | Fortune

The sequel earned $69 million in its second weekend, bringing its domestic total to $308.1 million and global total to $629 million.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

How Project Hail Mary Broke Amazon's Losing Streak at the Box Office

Project Hail Mary achieved the year's biggest opening with $80.5 million, surpassing expectations and previous records for non-franchise films.
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

Netflix scraps Millie Bobby Brown movie after actor exits over creative differences

Millie Bobby Brown was set to portray Kerri Strug, a member of the 1996 'Magnificent Seven' USA gymnastics team, but left due to creative differences.
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Media industry
fromTheWrap
3 days ago

Lionsgate, Tubi Execs Share Their Secret to Creator Success in Hollywood

Hollywood executives are increasingly valuing creators for their unique stories and built-in audiences.
#netflix
fromVulture
2 days ago
Independent films

13 Movies You Shouldn't Miss on Netflix This Month

Netflix offers a curated list of must-watch films for April, featuring both new releases and classic favorites.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago
Television

Did Netflix Ruin Movies?

Netflix transformed American entertainment by shifting from DVD rentals to streaming dominance, fundamentally reshaping how content is distributed, created, and consumed across the industry.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Billionaires Snatch Up Netflix Stock Again After Warner Bros Deal Loss

Hedge funds increased Netflix positions significantly after the collapse of its Warner Bros. acquisition, anticipating a re-rating of the company's valuation.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.
Independent films
fromVulture
2 days ago

13 Movies You Shouldn't Miss on Netflix This Month

Netflix offers a curated list of must-watch films for April, featuring both new releases and classic favorites.
Games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

The Exit 8 movie is even better if you play the game first

Exit 8 is a new horror film adaptation of an indie game, enhancing the surreal experience for viewers who play the game first.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Assembly review TV has rarely seen anything like this delightful gem

The Assembly features celebrities interviewed by young adults with neurodivergence, allowing for direct and profound questions that challenge conventional interview norms.
Graphic design
fromdesignyoutrust.com
5 days ago

Breathtaking Cinematic Illustrations That Will Make You Rethink Sci-Fi Concept Art

Katerina Belikova is a renowned Ukrainian digital illustrator known for her work in science fiction and dark fantasy, particularly with the Star Wars franchise.
Medicine
fromVulture
6 days ago

Ogilvie Originally Had a Much-Different Ending on The Pitt

Season two introduces James Ogilvie, a medical student who evolves from a self-centered persona to a more empathetic character through experiences in the ER.
DC food
fromEsquire
6 days ago

Why You Should Actually Get Excited For Marvel's X-Men Movie Reboot

The X-Men are joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a new movie in development and a significant role in Avengers: Doomsday.
fromInverse
15 hours ago

Netflix Just Quietly Added The Best, And Most Important, Mission: Impossible Movie

For the longest time, if a woman were present, it was as either a helpless sexualized object to be overcome like an obstacle, or won like a trophy.
Independent films
Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction

Documentaries can effectively tell engaging stories, appealing even to those typically averse to the genre.
Film
fromThe Independent
5 days ago

The Drama has a Zendaya problem

The film 'The Drama' centers on a bride's dark secret about a past school shooting, impacting her relationship and the narrative's comedic tone.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

There's no shortage of terrifying technology': how AI became TV drama's new go-to villain

AI is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous tool in modern surveillance and military operations.
Film
fromInverse
5 days ago

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Could Be Repeating A Troubling Marvel Pattern

Tom Holland confirms reshoots for Spider-Man: Brand New Day to enhance the film, focusing on villain plotlines and humor.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why do this spring's blockbusters feel so smug?

Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice combines multiple genres but relies on repetitive comedic elements that feel familiar and uninspired.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 days ago

Bowling Alleys, Premium Formats, More Films: Which Fixes Can Save Movie Theaters?

A 45-day exclusive theatrical window is essential for small and mid-budget films to thrive against streaming competition.
Television
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

The World of Broadcasting as Depicted on the Big and Little Screen - San Francisco Bay Times

Movies like 'A Face in the Crowd' and 'Network' accurately depict the broadcasting industry's cruelty and complexities.
#independent-film
Media industry
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

To Access Stranded Capital, Filmmakers Need to Learn Demand-Side Thinking

Shifting from supply-side to demand-side thinking is crucial for independent filmmakers to attract investment and audience interest.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
6 days ago

Brands Won't Save Indie Film: They're Changing It

Independent filmmakers face financing challenges while brands are shifting towards storytelling, but brands won't fill the financing gap for traditional filmmaking.
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Andrew Garfield raises more questions with response to Spider-Man theory

Garfield described the suggestion as a 'bit of a reach, to be honest.' He added, 'Like, what do you mean there's room for other characters? It's literally just space underneath Spider-Man.'
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#metal-gear-solid
Independent films
fromEngadget
4 days ago

The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge

A new film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid is being developed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein at Columbia Pictures.
Independent films
fromEngadget
4 days ago

The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge

A new film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid is being developed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein at Columbia Pictures.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days 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.
Marketing tech
fromVariety
3 weeks ago

Directable AI Set to Disrupt Film and TV Biz: 'It's Going to Help Small Film Industries in Asia Compete'

Generative AI tools with advanced directability are transforming film and TV production workflows, enabling filmmakers to achieve results three to four times faster than traditional methods.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

From the phone to the plex: why TV shows are turning into movies

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man achieved over 25 million views on Netflix in three days, showcasing the shift from cinema to streaming.
Independent films
fromInverse
3 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.
fromEsquire
1 week ago

The Best Action Movies of 2026 (So Far)

In the new film, he plays a hit man named Mike who is attempting to leave the business when he's framed for murder. He's sleeping with loan shark Nick's wife Alice, so Nick tricks him into pulling off one last job.
Television
fromInverse
1 week ago

'Avatar 4'? Producer Teases The Sequels Are "Full Speed Ahead"

The Avatar team took home the Oscar for Best Visual Effects at this year's ceremony - in part for their help crafting a new cinematic language to create the world of Pandora.
Film
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fromIndieWire
1 week ago

Horror Movies Seemed Unusually Good in Q1 - What Went Wrong at the Box Office?

Q1 2026 saw unexpected quality in horror films, contrasting with historical trends of poor releases during this period.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

The most famous movie set in every state

A small-budget cult classic can be just as iconic as a major studio film if it speaks to audiences and evokes strong feelings.
Independent films
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
4 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.
fromRaymondcamden
2 weeks ago

Checking if a Movie has a Post or Mid Credit Scene

The app is incredibly simple. I made use of the wonderful SimpleCSS for my design and then made use of the TMDB API. The TMDB APIs are pretty easy to use, but finding out how to get this information did take a bit of digging.
Film
Independent films
fromInverse
6 days ago

20 Years Later, The Next Marvel Phase Could Break The X-Men Curse

Marvel's upcoming events, Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, will transition focus from Avengers to X-Men, introducing a new era for the MCU.
fromInverse
5 days ago

15 Years Ago, a Forgotten Fantasy Satire Tried To Change Hollywood

Your Highness is described as a 'self-indulgent dream project for the 11-year-old in me' by director David Gordon Green, showcasing a unique blend of stoner comedy and high fantasy.
Independent films
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.
Television
fromInverse
4 weeks 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.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

'Project Hail Mary' becomes Amazon MGM's biggest box office hit | TechCrunch

Project Hail Mary has brought in an estimated $164.3 million in North America, as well as $136.2 million overseas, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Let's Wrap Up the MFL with a Few Small Charts

One Battle After Another dominated the awards race and even threw in some box-office points as well. Seven of the top-ten movies were Best Picture nominees at the Oscars, for what it's worth.
Film
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fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Trailers for trailers? Movie studios in the TikTok era are competing for 1 second of your precious attention

Warner Bros. Discovery and Marvel Studios employed innovative pre-trailer marketing strategies, releasing promotional clips and fan-involved content before full trailer debuts.
#ai-filmmaking
Film
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks 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.
Media industry
fromVulture
1 month ago

Everybody Loses

David Ellison's Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. over Netflix's bid will likely result in massive debt, layoffs, reduced content production, and a rightward-leaning combined news operation.
Independent films
fromFast Company
3 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.
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

Do Original Movies Have Any Hope Left? I Went on a Journey to Find Out.

Theaters must create unique event experiences to compete with home entertainment, driving elaborate marketing stunts and premium screen innovations.
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.
fromVulture
1 month ago

17 Movies With Exclamation-Point Titles, Ranked!

During a junket interview with OutNow, Gyllenhaal explained that the punctuation mark was included to represent the "whole lot of energy" that comes out when the historically muted Bride of Frankenstein is finally allowed to speak. That's all well and good, but to viewers the titular exclamation point is less of a metaphor and more of a golden arrow saying, "This movie is going to be crazy."
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Prequel TV Series That Surprises Viewers

The television show I'm most enjoying right now: There is a Hollywood story in David Niven's autobiography Bring on the Empty Horses, in which the screenwriter Charles MacArthur asks Charlie Chaplin how to make the comic pratfall scene of a person slipping on a banana peel new again. Chaplin suggests that MacArthur start with a lady walking down the street and cut to a shot of the banana peel on the sidewalk, which the lady steps over-right before she falls down a manhole.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Spider-Man Universe without Spider-Man is completely pointless. Why won't Sony sling him in?

Sony plans to reboot its struggling Spider-Man Universe franchise despite critical failure and declining box office returns across recent films.
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
fromEsquire
2 months ago

The 16 Most Anticipated Action Movies of 2026

2026 centers on massive action epics, sequels, reboots, and a few mid-budget originals, with video-game and nostalgic-cartoon IPs heavily mined for box office.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Disney Passing on The Hunt for Ben Solo Is 'Insane' to Steven Soderbergh

Soderbergh and Driver had planned to make a sequel with a script from Scott Z. Burns, focusing on Ben Solo, Driver's villain Kylo Ren who was redeemed before his death in 2019's The Rise of Skywalker. Driver called the script "one of the coolest (expletive) scripts I had ever been a part of." Soderbergh explained that the project was "two and a half years of free work" from his team that included Driver, Burns, and co-writer Rebecca Blunt.
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fromConsequence
2 months ago

The Adventures of Cliff Booth Gets Super Bowl Trailer

Starring Brad Pitt as the titular Cliff Booth along with Elizabeth Debicki, Scott Caan, Carla Gugino, and more, the trailer depicts Booth after the events of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. "So you helped rick subdue those hippie intruders, huh?," he's asked before replying "Something like that." The teaser then shows various scenes and scenarios from the film, but with minimal dialogue; though each time a character cusses or flips someone off, it's bleeped and censored.
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fromInverse
2 months ago

Marvel's Most Inconsistent Directors May Finally Be Making A Comeback

The Bluff, produced by the Russo brothers and directed by Frank E. Flowers, promises visceral action and an intriguing historical premise despite recent inconsistent projects.
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fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Disney's Star Wars has new leaders who face both big opportunities and traps

Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down; Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan will co-lead Lucasfilm and must revive and safeguard the Star Wars franchise.
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