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Varietyworld12 hrs ago
Women in Fan LatAm Program Launches at Costa Rica Media Market
The program to support women in Latin American fantastic cinema debuts July 14-15 at the Costa Rica Media Market. It extends the WomanInFan effort from the Sitges Fantastic Film Festival across the region.
eonline.comworld9 hrs agoUpdated
Actor Sam Neill Dies at 78 in Sydney
New Zealand-born actor Sam Neill, known for Jurassic Park, died Monday in Sydney at age 78. His family described the death as sudden and unexpected and said he remained cancer-free.
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koreatimes.co.krworld19 hrs ago
Christopher Nolan and Matt Damon to Appear on South Korean Talk Show
Filmmaker Christopher Nolan and actor Matt Damon will guest on the South Korean program 'You Quiz on the Block' during an August visit to Seoul. The appearance was announced July 13 by broadcaster tvN to promote the film 'The Odyssey.'
Yonhapworld19 hrs ago
Choi Soo-young Cast as Criminal Leader in 'Okay! Madam 2'
Singer-actress Choi Soo-young joined the cast of the action comedy sequel as Anya during a July 13 press conference in Seoul. The film reunites much of the original ensemble and is scheduled for release on August 12.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Scheduled to Open July 17
Director Christopher Nolan's film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and is the first feature shot entirely on IMAX film. It reaches theaters July 17 following custom camera adaptations and hand-finished 70mm prints at FotoKem. CBS News reported details from the Burbank lab and a Los A…
nypost.comfinance1 day ago
Kevin Feige Says Fans Might See Yelena Belova Before Avengers: Doomsday
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige said Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova will appear on screen before Avengers: Doomsday. The only scheduled MCU release before that film is Spider-Man: Brand New Day, set for July 31.
Forbesbusiness2 days ago
Funko Announces Pop! Nikki (Bloody) Figure from Obsession Film
Collectibles company Funko is producing a 4-inch Pop! figure of Nikki from the horror film Obsession. The $14.99 figure is available for pre-order with a December 15 shipping estimate, Forbes reported.
Forbestechnology2 days ago
Netflix Adds Memento as The Odyssey Nears Release
Netflix has added the 2000 film Memento to its streaming library. The addition occurs ahead of the release of The Odyssey. Memento is currently the only Christopher Nolan film available on the platform.
Deadlinefinance2 days ago
Actor Peter Van Norden Dies at 75
Peter Van Norden, known for roles in Police Academy 2 and The Naked Gun 2 1/2, died early Thursday at a Southern California hospice facility. He was 75.
tvinsider.comworld3 days ago
Anthony Hopkins to Release Classical Music Album on Aug. 21
The 88-year-old actor signed with Decca Classics after a 65-year acting career. His first album as a composer contains pieces written across decades.
winnipegfreepress.comtechnology3 days ago
Christopher Nolan Says Pre-Release Online Discussions About 'The Odyssey' Are Irrelevant
The director addressed online criticism of the film in a Telegraph interview, noting that participants have not seen it. The London premiere occurred July 6 and the movie is set for release July 17.
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world3 days ago
Community Screenings of 'Satluj' Spread in Punjab After Platform Removal
Villagers in Punjab are holding public viewings of the film 'Satluj' after it was removed from the ZEE5 streaming platform. The movie depicts the investigation by rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra into disappearances during the 1980s and 1990s insurgency.
Yonhapworld4 days ago
Armie Hammer Stars in 'Citizen Vigilante,' Film Condemned as Racist by Critics and Defended by Director
@Independent reported that the 39-year-old actor's first major role in five years features him as a vigilante targeting immigrant crime in Croatia. Director Uwe Boll rejected claims Hammer was unaware of the project's tone.
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Yonhapworld4 days ago
Zo In-sung Discusses Accepting Role in Sci-Fi Film 'Hope'
Zo In-sung said he chose the lead role in the Korean sci-fi film after considering whether to challenge himself. The 156-minute movie, directed by Na Hong-jin, competed at Cannes and opens locally next week.
usmagazine.combusiness4 days ago
Valeria Sarmiento’s Final Film ‘Behind the Rain’ Premieres at Karlovy Vary Film Festival
Chilean director Valeria Sarmiento’s last film premieres in the Crystal Globe Competition at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival July 3-11. The project follows a psychology professor confronting past trauma after a body is found in her hometown. Variety reported details ahead of the s…
soompi.comworld5 days ago
Lee Byung-hun and Go Youn-jung Cast in Joseon Dynasty Film 'Nambeol'
Lee Byung-hun and Go Youn-jung will star in the upcoming martial arts action film 'Nambeol,' Yonhap reported July 8. The production company Hive Media Corp announced the casting and said filming will begin this year.
ABC Newsai6 days ago
AI Studio Particle 6 Announces Tilly Norwood Will Star in Film Misaligned
Particle 6 announced July 7 that its AI-generated actress Tilly Norwood will make her feature debut in the film Misaligned. The studio described the project as Norwood's first starring role.
forbes.comworld6 days ago
Cast of Nolan's The Odyssey Promotes Film on London Red Carpet
Zendaya, Anne Hathaway and Lupita Nyong'o appeared at premieres and photo calls in London for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. The film, also starring Matt Damon and Tom Holland, opens in theaters July 17.
ndtv.comworld6 days ago
China Holds Film Screening for Diplomats from 74 Embassies
The Chinese foreign ministry hosted a Monday screening of the film Dear You for 150 diplomats and families. The event drew representatives from 74 embassies including Indonesia, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates and Peru.
app.buzzsumo.comai7 days ago
AI-Generated Wildlife Film Wins Prize at Omni Festival
Australian designer Jodie Heenan created the short documentary entirely with artificial intelligence. It depicts a tarantula and frog sharing a burrow and received recognition at a festival led by director Alex Proyas.
tvinsider.comworld7 days ago
Neon Agrees to Distribute 'Artificial' Film With No Money Guarantee
Neon took on the Luca Guadagnino-directed project after Amazon MGM dropped it and other studios passed. The film has a reported budget of $40 million to $50 million and stars Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman. nypost.com reported the distribution terms.
Forbesfinance8 days ago
Young Washington Opens to $7.6 Million, Trails Animated Films in July 4 Weekend Projections
The Angel Studios historical film opened ahead of expectations and trails only three animated titles for the July 4 holiday. Audience scores reached 94 percent on Rotten Tomatoes despite a 58 percent critics rating.
Yonhapbusiness8 days ago
South Korean Films Drew 37.4 Million Admissions but Released Fewer Titles in First Half
Admissions rose 75 percent from the same period in 2025. Ticket sales reached 370 billion won, an 81.7 percent increase, according to data from the Korean Film Council released by Yonhap.
finance9 days ago
Netflix Releases Enola Holmes 3
The third film in the Enola Holmes series premiered on Netflix on July 4, 2026. Millie Bobby Brown returns as the title character and producer. The story follows Enola as she prepares for marriage while investigating a kidnapping.
The Hollywood Reporterworld10 days ago
Supergirl Opens to $37.1 Million After Studio Wins Internal Bakeoff Over Director’s Cut
DC Studios selected its own cut of the film following a March 2026 comparison of competing versions. The movie, budgeted near $180 million, underperformed relative to prior DC releases.
bleedingcool.comfinance9 days agoUpdated
Project Hail Mary Streams on Prime Video Starting July 3
The Phil Lord and Christopher Miller film adaptation of the Andy Weir novel became available to stream on Prime Video on July 3 after grossing over $680 million in theaters. It previously aired on MGM+ and remains on video-on-demand. A 4K Blu-ray release is scheduled for August 1…
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Varietyworld10 days ago
Gilles Pélisson Reelected Unanimously as Unifrance President for Second Term
Gilles Pélisson was unanimously reelected to lead Unifrance for another three years. The organization promotes French film and television productions at international festivals and markets.
Yonhapworld10 days ago
Actor Discusses Film About North Korean Defector's Life in South Korea
Kim Min-ha said the Danish-Korean film follows three women through a state-run resettlement center. She expressed hope that the story offers comfort to defectors and others facing daily struggles.
Forbesbusiness11 days ago
Famke Janssen Says She Avoids Social Media and Will Not Join Avengers: Doomsday
Actress Famke Janssen explained her decision to avoid social media during a masterclass at the Mediterrane Film Festival in Malta. She cited a preference for privacy to protect her creative process. Janssen also confirmed she will not appear in Avengers: Doomsday.
Japan Timesworld11 days ago
Documentary on Ultraman Marks 60 Years Since 1966 TBS Premiere
A film co-helmed by Hirokazu Kore-eda examines the tokusatsu series' reach across Japanese households and international audiences. Ultraman premiered July 17, 1966, and generated one of Japan's earliest major merchandising booms.
Nbc Newsworld12 days ago
British actor Michael Byrne dies at 82
Michael Byrne, known for roles in the Harry Potter and Indiana Jones film series, died June 20. He was 82. A representative confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause.
The Independentsports12 days ago
Lionel Messi appears in Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer
The trailer shows Messi entering a cafe where Peter Parker is seated. Parker changes into his costume and the pair swing across the Manhattan skyline.
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theverge.comai13 days ago
Neon Acquires OpenAI Biopic After Amazon Drops Project
Neon purchased the film 'Artificial,' which centers on OpenAI chief Sam Altman, after Amazon MGM Studios abandoned the project. The move follows Amazon's $50 billion investment in OpenAI.
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Los Angeles Timesworld13 days ago
Minions & Monsters Opens in Theaters with 1920s Hollywood Setting
The new Minions prequel places its characters in 1920s Los Angeles as they attempt to work in the early studio system. French animator Pierre Coffin wrote the script and directed the film after receiving creative control from producer Chris Meledandri.
hollywoodreporter.comworld13 days ago
Horror Film Obsession Now Available to Rent or Buy Online
The feature debut from Curry Barker is offered for digital rental or purchase. A physical media release is scheduled for July 14.
app.buzzsumo.comworld12 days agoUpdated
British Actor Michael Byrne Dies at 82
Michael Byrne, known for roles in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, died on June 20 at age 82. His career spanned film, television, and stage work beginning in the 1960s.
world14 days ago
BET Awards Honor Recipients at Los Angeles Ceremony
The annual event recognized achievements in music, television and film. Appearances by two musicians and multiple award presentations took place during the June 28 show.
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Forbesfinance14 days ago
Supergirl Opens to $38 Million Domestic Weekend
The Warner Bros. film earned $38 million in its first three days. It received a 56 percent critics score on Rotten Tomatoes and a B-minus audience grade on CinemaScore.
Forbesfinance15 days ago
Mel Brooks Turns 100 on June 28, 2026
Mel Brooks reached his 100th birthday on June 28, 2026. Born Melvin Kaminsky in Brooklyn in 1926, he created films including The Producers and Blazing Saddles along with television series such as Get Smart.
nofilmschool.comworld16 days ago
Mel Brooks to Mark 100th Birthday on Sunday
Comedian and filmmaker Mel Brooks will turn 100 on Sunday. He was born Melvin Kaminsky in Brooklyn on June 28, 1926.
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theverge.comworld16 days ago
Warner Bros. Removes July 17 Release Date for Jonah Hill's Cut Off
@Independent reported that Warner Bros abandoned the planned July 17 date for Cut Off after a Puck News column called the film unreleasable. The studio and Hill's representative disputed the claim, stating post-production remains unfinished.
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hiphopwired.compolitics16 days ago
Actor Describes Recent White House Visit and Portrait Discussion
The 71-year-old star of the Frasier sitcom discussed a recent meeting at the White House during an interview with TMZ. He described the conversation and setting while promoting a new film.
ventureburn.comworld17 days ago
Universal Skips Influencer Screenings for The Odyssey
Universal Studios has decided against holding influencer preview screenings for its upcoming film The Odyssey. The move drew approval from several film critics. The movie is set for a July 7 global premiere in London.
Washington Examinerpolitics17 days ago
Prescreening of Young Washington Film Held at National Portrait Gallery
A prescreening of the historical drama Young Washington occurred Thursday night at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. The film depicts George Washington's early life and is scheduled for release over Independence Day weekend. Washington Examiner reported audience r…
The Hollywood Reporterworld18 days ago
Focus Features Releases First Trailer for Sense and Sensibility Adaptation
The studio unveiled the official trailer for its October film starring Daisy Edgar-Jones as Elinor Dashwood. The adaptation follows the Dashwood sisters after their father’s death leaves them with limited means.
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The Hollywood Reporterworld18 days ago
Locarno Film Festival to Honor Virginie Efira With Leopard Club Award
The Belgian-born actress will receive the award on Aug. 7 in Piazza Grande and present a film for which she won best actress at Cannes. The 79th edition runs Aug. 5-15, 2026.
Deadlinebusiness20 days ago
Transgender Film Center Announces 2025-26 Career Development Lab Fellows
Deadline reported the selection of 10 transgender film and television artists for the second year of a Netflix-funded 12-week accelerator. Participants completed in-person and virtual sessions with industry professionals and each receive a $15,000 honorarium.
vulture.comworld20 days ago
Amazon Drops Luca Guadagnino Film Project on Sam Altman
Amazon has dropped director Luca Guadagnino's film "Artificial," which stars Andrew Garfield as OpenAI founder Sam Altman. Netflix, A24 and Focus Features declined to pursue the project after the decision. Mubi and Neon have expressed interest in acquiring it.
Fortunebusiness21 days ago
Toy Story 5 Opens With $160 Million Domestic Haul
The fifth installment in the Toy Story series earned $160 million in U.S. and Canadian ticket sales over its opening weekend, the largest debut of 2026. Worldwide sales reached $312 million.
Deadlinebusiness21 days ago
Documentary Edit Intensive Selects Two Teams for 2026 Session
The program will run June 21–26 at a hotel in Peachtree City, Georgia. Two director-editor pairs were named to participate.
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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.comworld24 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.
deccanchronicle.comai24 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 Reportersports26 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.
Forbesfinance26 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.
Euronewsworld26 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.
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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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realitytea.comworld27 days ago
Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga‘aia Launch Live-Action Moana Press Tour
The actors began the promotional campaign on June 16 as Lin-Manuel Miranda’s new song “Along The Way” debuted ahead of the June 26 soundtrack release.
variety.comworld27 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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Varietybusiness27 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.