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finance5 hrs ago
Article Lists 113 MCU Characters and Their Comic Counterparts
A compilation compares every Avenger or honorary Avenger introduced in the Marvel Cinematic Universe from 2008 through 2026 with the characters' original comic-book versions. The list covers first appearances, main film roles, and casting changes.
justjared.comworld2 days ago
Actresses film sequel to 1997 comedy in Los Angeles
Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino were photographed on a Los Angeles set this week while working on a sequel to the 1997 film Romy and Michele's High School Reunion. Several original cast members are returning and new actors have joined the production.
Engadgetai3 days ago
Amazon MGM Studios Drops Nearly Finished Sam Altman Film That Had Been Shopped to Other Studios
Amazon MGM Studios has dropped the film Artificial after expanding its partnership with OpenAI. The studio said it is seeking a new home for the project.
The Hollywood Reportersports5 days ago
1996 Comedy Celtic Pride Recalled 30 Years After Release
The 1996 film Celtic Pride, starring Dan Aykroyd and Daniel Stern as Boston Celtics fans who kidnap a rival player, marked early credits for Judd Apatow. The movie earned $9 million at the box office upon its April 1996 release.
Forbesfinance5 days ago
Avengers Film Set for 2026 Release After Mixed Recent Results
The next Avengers movie is scheduled for release in six months. Recent entries in the series have shown uneven box office performance.
Euronewsworld5 days ago
Javier Bardem Leaves Handprints at TCL Chinese Theatre
Spanish actor Javier Bardem placed his handprints and footprints in cement at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on June 16. He also pressed his nose into the slab during the ceremony.
eonline.comworld5 days ago
Tim Allen and Tom Hanks Discuss 'Toy Story' Legacy Ahead of Fifth Film
Tim Allen and Tom Hanks spoke with ABC News about the Toy Story franchise ahead of the upcoming fifth installment. The actors reflected on more than 30 years of the series and its audience connection.
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variety.comworld5 days agoUpdated
Warner Bros. Announces Sean Penn-Directed Film on Jan. 6 Police Officer
Warner Bros. said Tuesday that Sean Penn will direct and Bradley Cooper is in talks to star in a film about a police officer present at the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot. The project is set for filming in mid-2027.
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Varietybusiness6 days ago
Three Rio de Janeiro-backed films selected for 2026 Shanghai Film Festival
RioFilme-supported titles will screen in main competition, Focus Brazil, and animation sections. The selections follow the agency’s increased funding for Rio de Janeiro productions.
Deadlinebusiness6 days ago
Kate Beckinsale Signs With Strand Entertainment for Management
Actress Kate Beckinsale has signed with Ali Benmohamed at Strand Entertainment. The agency also signed Kristen Connolly from The Summer I Turned Pretty.
Varietybusiness7 days ago
Madrid’s ECAM Forum hands awards to seven projects and notes rising production costs
The three-day event at Matadero Madrid closed June 11 with awards across feature and series categories and drew nearly 800 participants.
world7 days ago
Weekend Box Office for Obsession Rises Through Week Three Then Declines
Weekend earnings for the film Obsession increased from $17.2 million in its first weekend to $26.4 million in its third weekend before falling to $19 million by the fifth weekend.
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thewrap.comworld8 days ago
Lionsgate Sets December 2027 Release for 'The Housemaid's Secret'
Paul Anthony Kelly joins Sydney Sweeney, Michele Morrone and Kirsten Dunst in the sequel directed by Paul Feig. Production begins later in 2026.
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Nbc Newsworld11 days agoUpdated
Taylor Swift Performs at Toy Story 5 Premiere in Los Angeles
Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance at the Toy Story 5 premiere on Tuesday, performing a song she wrote for the film and dueting with Randy Newman. The movie is scheduled for release on June 19, 2026.
androidheadlines.comai13 days ago
First Fully AI-Generated Feature Film to Screen at Tribeca, Created Solo for $2,000
The 75-minute feature was made in roughly two months for about $2,000 using Anthropic's Claude and other AI tools. It is the first fully AI-generated film scheduled for the Tribeca Film Festival.
Euronewsscience15 days ago
Iranian Court Upholds One-Year Prison Sentence for Filmmaker Jafar Panahi Over Propaganda Charges
Branch 26 of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court confirmed the sentence against director Jafar Panahi on propaganda charges. The ruling also imposes a two-year travel ban and bars him from political groups.
msnbc.comworld15 days ago
Advance Tickets for Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Go on Sale for Select IMAX 70mm Screenings
Advance tickets for select IMAX 70mm screenings of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' went on sale June 4, 2026, drawing hour-long waits at some AMC sites. The film opens July 17, 2026.
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gamereactor.euworld15 days ago
Scorsese, De Niro, Foster and Schrader Reunite at Tribeca for Taxi Driver's 50th Anniversary
@Independent reported that Martin Scorsese, Jodie Foster, Robert De Niro and Paul Schrader appeared together Friday at the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival for a panel marking the 50th anniversary of Taxi Driver.
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abcnews.go.comworld15 days ago
Pearl Jam bassist funds skateparks on Montana reservations ahead of Tribeca film debut
Jeff Ament, bassist for Pearl Jam, helped build skateparks on every state Native American reservation in Montana. A short documentary he scored premieres Sunday at the Tribeca Festival.
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forbes.comfinance17 days ago
Cinema Websites Slow as Tickets for The Odyssey Go on Sale
Websites for several theater chains slowed or introduced queuing systems after tickets for the film went on sale. Demand centered on a limited number of locations equipped for the 15-perf IMAX 70mm format.
The Vergeai17 days ago
Quilty AI Scores Low-Budget Sweeney Drama Higher Than Big-Budget Blockbuster Sinners, Citing Star Power and Costs
Quilty gave the script for Christy a higher score than Sinners, which grossed $370 million. The $50-per-script service combines existing AI models to assess narrative, commercial, and production factors.
channelnewsasia.comworld17 days ago
Resale Prices for The Odyssey Tickets Reach $1,000 on eBay
Ticket resale listings for the film The Odyssey reached $1,000 on eBay after online sales platforms experienced disruptions. The reported issues affected ticket availability through major outlets.
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Japan Timesworld18 days ago
Japanese Film Wins Shared Best Actress Prize at Cannes
Tao Okamoto became the first Japanese performer to share the Cannes Film Festival best actress award. Multiple Japanese films screened across festival sections while producers explored new international partnerships.
Los Angeles Timesbusiness4 days ago
Backrooms Hits $100M Domestic in Six Days but Slows in Third Weekend as A24’s Biggest Opener
A24’s horror film Backrooms reached $100 million at the domestic box office on Wednesday after six days in release. The movie opened with $81.5 million in the U.S. and Canada.
BBC Newsai19 days ago
Martin Scorsese endorses AI tool for pre-production storyboards
The director said an AI system from Black Forest Labs helped him create and share storyboard images more quickly. Some industry members criticized the move over concerns about artists' jobs and training data.
foxnews.comworld20 days ago
Taylor Swift to Release New Song for Toy Story 5 Soundtrack
Taylor Swift announced a new original song for the Toy Story 5 soundtrack. The track marks a return to country-influenced music and style.
nypost.comworld20 days ago
A24 Acquires ‘Backrooms’ and Sequel Rights from 20-Year-Old YouTube Creator for Reported $81.4M Opening
The 20-year-old director’s debut horror film and Curry Barker’s “Obsession” drove strong youth attendance and helped push May box office above $1 billion for the first time since 2019.
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Wiredtechnology20 days ago
Glitch Productions to Release 'The Amazing Digital Circus' Finale in Over 4,000 Theaters for Two Weeks Before YouTube Debut
Glitch Productions will release the final episode of its web series in more than 4,000 theaters worldwide before it reaches YouTube. The move follows strong presale demand and marks a short two-week window before streaming.
The Independentworld20 days ago
Judge Hears Arguments Over Attorney Fees After Lively-Baldoni Lawsuits Settled
Attorneys for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni presented arguments Monday over whether Baldoni should pay Lively’s legal costs after his countersuit was dismissed.
ABC Newsworld20 days ago
Low-Budget Horror Film 'Backrooms' Opens to $82 Million
The $10 million production directed by 20-year-old YouTube creator Kane Parsons outperformed expectations at the domestic box office. Multiple outlets reported the results on June 1, 2026.
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Euronewsworld21 days ago
Actress Kelly Curtis Dies at Age 69
Kelly Curtis, daughter of actors Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, died Saturday morning at her home in Idaho. Her sister, Jamie Lee Curtis, posted two statements online describing the death.
thewrap.combusiness21 days ago
Backrooms Opens to $81.4 Million Domestically for A24
The film earned $81.4 million in its first weekend in the United States and $118 million worldwide. It was made on a $10 million budget and set multiple records for the studio.
Forbesfinance21 days ago
YouTube Directors' Films Top U.S. Box Office
Two films directed by creators who built audiences on YouTube finished first and second at the domestic box office this weekend. Backrooms opened to $81.4 million domestically while Obsession reached $104.7 million in its third weekend.
The Vergetechnology21 days ago
Minecraft Movie Sequel Titled A Minecraft Movie Squared
The film sequel carries a July 23, 2027 release date. Kirsten Dunst will portray the character Alex. Matt Berry returns in an expanded role.
indiatoday.intoday.inscience22 days ago
Study Finds Two-Thirds of Movie Geologists Survive On Screen
Researchers reviewed 202 geologist characters across 141 films released from 1919 to 2023 and recorded 69 on-screen or discovered deaths.
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thewrap.comfinance22 days ago
Arnold Schwarzenegger to Star in King Conan Sequel Directed by Christopher McQuarrie
Arnold Schwarzenegger will return to the title role in a sequel to the 1982 film Conan the Barbarian. Christopher McQuarrie is writing and directing the project, with filming scheduled to begin later this year.
hollywoodreporter.combusiness22 days ago
Actress Kelly Curtis Dies at Age 69
Kelly Curtis, daughter of actors Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, died Saturday morning at age 69. Her sister, Jamie Lee Curtis, announced the death on Instagram and described the passing as peaceful.
thehindu.comworld23 days ago
Romanian Director Wins Top Cannes Prize for Film on Religious and Social Divide
Cristian Mungiu received the top prize at the Cannes film event for his movie Fjord. The film stars Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve as parents accused of domestic abuse. It examines tensions between religious conservatism and social liberalism.
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hollywoodreporter.comai23 days ago
AI-Generated Movie 'Dreams of Violets' Produced for $2,000, Set for 2026 Release
The movie was produced for $2,000 over two months using only artificial intelligence to create all images. CBS News reported on the project ahead of its planned debut.
nypost.comworld23 days ago
Over Your Dead Body Streams on VOD Platforms
The film Over Your Dead Body, directed by Jorma Taccone and starring Jason Segel and Samara Weaving, is now available on video-on-demand services including Amazon Prime Video. The movie is an American adaptation of the Norwegian black comedy The Trip.
ABC Newsworld23 days ago
Disney Releases Toys Tied to 2026 Summer Films
Merchandise linked to upcoming Spider-Man, Star Wars, and Toy Story releases is entering stores. The products are timed with the theatrical schedule for the coming months.
variety.comworld24 days ago
Horror Film Based on YouTube Series Sets A24 Preview Record
A new horror movie adapted from a YouTube series grossed $10.4 million in Thursday previews, exceeding the studio's prior record. The film is positioned to surpass the second-weekend performance of a current Star Wars release.
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Timeworld24 days ago
Film Dramatizes 72 Hours Before D-Day Weather Decision
Pressure depicts the real events leading to the Allied invasion of Normandy. The film focuses on meteorologist James Stagg and the forecast that determined the June 6, 1944 landing date.
Forbesbusiness24 days ago
Korean Film 'Hope' Draws Attention at Cannes Film Festival
Na Hong-jin's film 'Hope' received notice at the Cannes Film Festival for its production scale and cast. Reports also noted an unspecified controversy surrounding the project.
petapixel.comfinance25 days ago
Film Shot on 35mm and Digital to Screen in Multiple Premium Formats
Disclosure Day will open June 12 in standard and premium auditoriums. The production used both film and digital cameras with anamorphic lenses.
Washington Examinerpolitics25 days ago
Film Normal Stars Bob Odenkirk as Interim Sheriff
Normal, a dark comedy now streaming on Amazon Prime, follows an interim sheriff who uncovers organized crime in a small Minnesota town. The film was written by Derek Kolstad and features Bob Odenkirk in the lead role.
flipboard.comai26 days ago
20-Year-Old Director Adapts Backrooms Internet Story Into A24 Film
Kane Parsons began expanding the Backrooms concept from a 2019 4chan post into YouTube videos in 2022. The project has now become an A24 feature film scheduled for wide release in late May 2026.
video.foxbusiness.comworld26 days ago
New Film Depicts Meteorologists' Role in D-Day Planning
The movie Pressure portrays the weather forecasting decisions that shaped the timing of the Allied invasion of Normandy. It highlights differences between American and European forecasting methods used in 1944.
rnz.co.nzworld26 days ago
Pattie Boyd says Beatles biopics did not contact her
Pattie Boyd stated she has not been contacted about the upcoming Beatles films. She said the productions appear focused on the filmmakers' version of events rather than documented accounts.
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Nbc Newsworld27 days ago
Low-Budget Horror Film on Track for $79.7 Million Global Box Office
A 26-year-old filmmaker completed the horror movie Obsession in 20 days for $750,000. After its second weekend in theaters, the Focus Features release is projected to reach $79.7 million worldwide.
eonline.comworld27 days ago
Quinta Brunson to Star in Betty Boop Feature Film
Actress Quinta Brunson is developing and will star in a theatrical film about cartoon character Betty Boop. The project will be produced through her company Fifth Chance Productions in partnership with Fleischer Studios.
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eonline.comworld27 days ago
Robert De Niro says he doubted Taxi Driver would become a lasting success
The actor stated he did not expect the 1976 film to have lasting impact. The movie earned four Oscar nominations and grossed $27.6 million worldwide.
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firstshowing.netbusiness27 days ago
Horror Film Obsession Earns 80 Times Its Budget After Two Weeks
The low-budget horror film opened at number three domestically and rose 30 percent in its second weekend. Worldwide gross reached $79.7 million against a production cost of roughly $1 million.
Euronewsworld28 days ago
A24 to Release Film Adaptation of Internet Horror Series Backrooms
The studio acquired the project from a 20-year-old YouTuber whose web series popularized the concept. The film stars Renate Reinsve and Chiwetel Ejiofor and is scheduled for release in several European countries at the end of May.
politics28 days ago
Hong Kong Film Examines Bus Explosion and Intersecting Lives
Director Herman Yau’s new film opens with a Valentine’s Day bus explosion in Hong Kong and follows a police investigation that uncovers multiple personal stories.
wdwnt.comworld28 days ago
Mandalorian Film Opens to $102 Million Over Four-Day Weekend
The latest Star Wars film earned $102 million during its opening four-day weekend. Figures place the result below prior Disney-era entries but above the 2018 Solo opening.
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nypost.comworld29 days ago
Robert De Niro says he did not expect 'Taxi Driver' to become a classic
Robert De Niro stated in a recent interview that he did not anticipate lasting impact from the 1976 film. The movie, directed by Martin Scorsese, is scheduled for a screening and discussion at the 2026 Tribeca Festival.
Washington Examinerpolitics29 days ago
Casting of Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy draws online criticism
Reports that Lupita Nyong'o will play Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's upcoming film have prompted online discussion about the choice. Some commentators questioned the selection on grounds of appearance and industry standards. Others defended the actress and criticized the to…
nypost.compolitics4 days ago
Iranian Film Shows Trump Lookalike Dancing to Pop Song
A scene from the Iranian comedy "Tehran 57" features a Donald Trump lookalike performing the YMCA dance. The sequence draws on a rumor that President Trump visited Iran before 1979.
myfrenchlife.orgworld29 days ago
French Film About 1790s Vendee Uprising Premieres in Washington
A French historical film depicting resistance in western France during the 1790s received its U.S. premiere on Sunday. The screening took place at the Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington.
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