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Updated 1h agoWhat's happening: Live Nation posts record $25 billion revenue in 2025
Live Nation Entertainment reported a record $25 billion in revenue for 2025, a 9% rise from the prior year. Quarterly earnings hit $6.3 billion, beating the $6.1 billion analyst forecast, while concert sales reached $20.9 billion and sponsorship revenue grew 11% to $1.33 billion. The company logged a historic 159 million fans, with international fans now outpacing domestic.
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News•Feb 12, 2026
Two Of The 21st Century's Best Martial Arts Movies Owe Debts To This 3-Hour 1971 Epic
Two of the most acclaimed 21st‑century martial‑arts films, Ang Lee’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Zhang Yimou’s House of Flying Daggers, trace their artistic lineage to King Hu’s 1971 wuxia epic A Touch of Zen. Though the two‑part film failed commercially, it earned a 97 % Rotten Tomatoes score and is praised for its feminist heroine and sophisticated swordplay. Its critical success revived interest in wuxia, directly influencing the narrative and visual style of the later blockbusters. The legacy underscores how a historic masterpiece can shape modern cinema trends.
By Screen Rant
News•Feb 12, 2026
Aldis Hodge Compares DC's Hawkman To Prime Video's Cross
Aldis Hodge, known for playing DC’s Hawkman, draws parallels between his superhero role and his portrayal of homicide detective Alex Cross in Prime Video’s crime thriller Cross. In a ScreenRant interview, Hodge argues both characters share a mission to combat oppression and...
By Screen Rant
News•Feb 12, 2026
Walton Goggins Reveals How A Fallout Scene Put Him In A "Brutal" Position
Walton Goggins disclosed the grueling conditions behind a pivotal scene in Amazon Prime Video's Fallout season 2, episode 5, where his character The Ghoul is shot and falls from a window after betraying Lucy. The actor spent roughly 14 hours on a pole...
By Screen Rant
News•Feb 12, 2026
First Reactions To Glen Powell’s Dark New Thriller How To Make A Killing Are In
Glen Powell stars in the A24 dark comedy‑thriller *How to Make a Killing*, slated for U.S. release on February 20, 2026. Early reactions on X praise Powell’s twisted, charismatic lead performance and Margaret Qualley’s electric chemistry, drawing comparisons to *American...
By Screen Rant
News•Feb 12, 2026
Toronto KOI Renews Partnership With SCUF Gaming
Toronto KOI, OverActive Media’s Call of Duty League franchise, has renewed its partnership with controller maker SCUF Gaming for a seventh straight year. While financial terms remain undisclosed, the agreement ensures SCUF will equip KOI players with elite‑level controllers and...
By The Esports Advocate
News•Feb 11, 2026
New Mandated Reporter Requirements for the Entertainment Industry in California
Effective Jan 1 2026, California AB 653 (CAMERA) expands mandated‑reporter duties to talent agents, managers and coaches who work with minors. These individuals must report suspected child abuse under CANRA, with failure constituting a misdemeanor. Employers in the entertainment sector must treat this...
By National Law Review – Employment Law
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Ellen Kuras: Underrated Oscar‑worthy Cinematography on Eternal Sunshine
Ellen Kuras, who SHOULD have won the Oscar for Best Cinematography in 2005, reflects on one of her crowning achievements: ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movie-people-interviews-more-from-the-southampton/id1831290822?i=1000749321530
By Eric Kohn
News•Feb 11, 2026
Two Prosecutors Trailer: Sergei Loznitsa Captures a Quest for Justice
Sergei Loznitsa’s historical drama *Two Prosecutors* premiered at Cannes last year and is set for a U.S. theatrical launch on March 20 through Janus Films. The film follows a young Soviet prosecutor in 1937 who uncovers NKVD abuses during the...
By The Film Stage
News•Feb 11, 2026
Ralph M. Oakley To Receive NAB Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award
The National Association of Broadcasters announced that veteran broadcaster Ralph M. Oakley will receive the Chuck Sherman Television Leadership Award at the NAB State Leadership Conference on March 3. Oakley’s career spans more than four decades, including a tenure as...
By TVNewsCheck
News•Feb 11, 2026
Bleachers Reveal New Album, Drop Song “You and Forever”
American indie‑pop act Bleachers announced their fifth studio album, Everyone for Ten Minutes, slated for release on May 22 through Dirty Hit. The campaign kicked off with the lead single “You and Forever,” accompanied by an Alex Lockett‑directed video featuring Margaret...
By Pitchfork
News•Feb 11, 2026
Haivision Named Official Video Encoder Of Minor League Baseball
Haivision announced its Makito X4 encoder will serve as the Official Video Encoder for Minor League Baseball, covering a network of 120 teams and more than 8,000 games each season. The partnership introduces a standardized, ultra‑low latency contribution layer that...
By TVNewsCheck
News•Feb 11, 2026
LiveU Spotlights Three Broadcast Priorities At NAB Show
LiveU unveiled an expanded IP‑video ecosystem at the 2026 NAB Show, highlighting the new LU900Q field unit with eSIM, 5G optimization and 4:2:2 dual‑camera support. The rollout also includes LiveU Nexus, a universal IP gateway, and LiveU Schedule, a SaaS...
By TVNewsCheck
News•Feb 11, 2026
Sherri Shepherd Promises More Joy Despite Cancellation — and Says She'll Keep an Eye on Kym Whitley
Talk‑show host Sherri Shepherd announced the cancellation of her daytime series "Sherri" after four seasons, though production will run through the fall. She thanked fans, praised her crew, and promised to keep spreading joy in new formats. Shepherd playfully warned...
By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
News•Feb 11, 2026
Vizrt Launches Sports Production Bundles To Empower U.S. Students To Produce Like The Pros
Vizrt has introduced four Campus Stadium Production Bundles that equip U.S. high schools and colleges with broadcast‑grade sports production tools, including the TriCaster switcher, replay engines, and graphics templates. The all‑in‑one packages are paired with Viz University’s on‑demand training, enabling...
By TVNewsCheck
News•Feb 11, 2026
Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie Review: An Ambitious Comedic Triumph
Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie transforms the cult web series into a daring theatrical comedy, blending mock‑documentary antics with high‑octane stunts. The film balances insider jokes for longtime fans with broader humor that welcomes newcomers, delivering a narrative...
By The Film Stage
News•Feb 11, 2026
Hiss Golden Messenger Announces New Album I’m People, U.S. Tour
Hiss Golden Messenger frontman M.C. Taylor announced his new album I’m People, set for release on May 1, 2026 via Chrysalis, and a supporting U.S. fall tour. The lead single “In the Middle of It” draws on desert‑highway imagery and Art Bell’s...
By Pitchfork
News•Feb 11, 2026
Omaha Trailer: John Magaro Takes a Heartbreaking Road Trip
Cole Webley's feature debut "Omaha" is set for an April 24 theatrical release through Greenwich Entertainment. The drama follows a father, played by John Magaro, who impulsively whisks his two children on a 2008 road trip across the American West,...
By The Film Stage
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Raimi's SendHelp Keeps Box Office Lead, Targets $70M
#SamRaimi held tight the #1 for another day at US #BoxOffice, after #20thCenturyStudios new original R-rated horror #SendHelp starring #RachelMcAdams & #DylanOBrien grossed 1.5M on 2nd TUE Discount Day, just a -41.8% drop from last TUE (vs #Old’s 1.1M, -50.2%,...
By Luiz Fernando
News•Feb 11, 2026
Ekko Astral Announce Sophomore Album, Share New Song
DC punk duo Ekko Astral announced their sophomore LP *The Beltway Is Burning*, slated for release on April 22 via Topshelf Records. The album’s lead single, “Lil Xan Goes to Washington,” satirizes political lobbying and addiction policy. Recorded after the...
By Pitchfork
News•Feb 11, 2026
Rose of Nevada Trailer: Callum Turner and George MacKay Travel Through Time for Mark Jenkin
Mark Jenkin’s next film, *Rose of Nevada*, returns to his signature tactile style, shooting on a Bolex H16 16mm camera that produces deliberate scratches and red‑light leaks. The story follows George MacKay’s Nick and Callum Turner’s Liam as they board a ghost...
By The Film Stage
News•Feb 11, 2026
Kevin Morby Announces Album and Tour, Shares Video for New Song “Javelin”
Kevin Morby announced his forthcoming album Little Wide Open, slated for release on May 15, 2026 via Dead Oceans. The record is produced by Aaron Dessner of The National and includes guest performances from Justin Vernon, Katie Gavin, Amelia Meath, and Lucinda Williams. A video for the lead...
By Pitchfork
News•Feb 11, 2026
The Week's Bestselling Books, Feb. 15
The New York Times’ weekly bestseller roundup for the week of Feb. 15 highlights a diverse slate of titles across hardcover and paperback formats. Literary fiction such as Virginia Evans’ *The Correspondent* and George Saunders’ *Vigil* lead the hardcover fiction list,...
By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
Blog•Feb 11, 2026
Superfan Guide: Lessons From KATSEYE, Olivia Dean & Leon Thomas
Grammy Best New Artist nominees KATSEYE, Olivia Dean and Leon Thomas are leveraging Spotify’s native tools to turn casual listeners into active superfans. KATSEYE used a Countdown Page and Clips to make its EP release an interactive event, while Dean...
By Hypebot
News•Feb 11, 2026
"This Is the Best Case Scenario": Microsoft Withdraw DMCA Takedown Notice on Voxel Sandbox Allumeria
Microsoft withdrew a DMCA takedown notice it had filed against the voxel sandbox Allumeria, which was accused of using Minecraft gameplay and assets. Valve initially removed Allumeria’s Steam page in response, but restored it after Microsoft’s claim was withdrawn. The...
By Rock Paper Shotgun
News•Feb 11, 2026
A Sofia Kourtesis DJ Kicks Is on the Way
Colombian producer Sofia Kourtesis will release a new DJ Kicks mix on March 27 through K7, opening the set with her first original track “Los Poemas No Siempre Riman.” The 21‑track compilation blends four of her own songs with exclusive contributions from...
By Pitchfork
News•Feb 11, 2026
6 Essential Desert Reads
The article curates six essential books that capture the Southwest’s desert spirit, ranging from Mary Austin’s 1903 lyrical essays to Forrest Gander’s 2024 poetic meditation. Classics like Edward Abbey’s *Desert Solitaire* introduced the region’s fragile beauty to a national audience,...
By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
News•Feb 11, 2026
What Oscar History Predicts for This Year's Best Picture Nominees
The Envelope analyses this year’s Best Picture slate by matching each nominee to historic Oscar winners, drawing parallels in genre, theme, and narrative structure. Guillermo del Toro’s "Frankenstein" echoes the fantastical romance of 2018’s "The Shape of Water," while Ryan Coogler’s...
By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
News•Feb 11, 2026
Sky to Offer ‘World-First’ Major Streamers Bundle
Sky announced a world‑first bundle that combines Netflix, Disney+, Hayu and HBO Max under a single Sky TV subscription. The partnership adds Disney+ immediately, HBO Max becomes available on 26 March, and Hayu’s reality‑TV lineup joins in July. All services are delivered through...
By TVBEurope
News•Feb 11, 2026
LiveU Spotlights Three Broadcast Priorities at NAB Show 2026
At NAB Show 2026, LiveU introduced its most extensive IP‑video ecosystem, centered on the new LU900Q field unit with native LiveU IQ connectivity. The company also displayed LiveU Nexus, a universal gateway that normalises IP feeds, and LiveU Studio, a...
By TVBEurope
News•Feb 11, 2026
Imagine Communications Supports IP Migration at Rai
Italian public broadcaster Rai has awarded Imagine Communications a three‑year frame contract to deploy its Selenio Network Processor (SNP) as the core of its migration from SDI to IP across master and production control rooms. The SNP will act as...
By TVBEurope
Blog•Feb 11, 2026
The Bus Flip: How ‘The Dark Knight’ Used Action to Reveal an Antagonist
Christopher Nolan’s *The Dark Knight* introduces the Joker through a high‑octane bank heist rather than dialogue, using the bus‑flip sequence to expose the villain’s chaotic genius. The opening action reveals the Joker’s meticulous planning, ruthless manipulation of his crew, and...
By No Film School
Blog•Feb 11, 2026
The Blue Box in ‘Mulholland Drive’ Isn’t What You Think
The blue box and accompanying blue key in David Lynch’s “Mulholland Drive” serve not as literal plot devices but as symbolic thresholds between the protagonist’s dream world and her grim reality. When Rita opens the box, the camera plunges into...
By No Film School
Blog•Feb 11, 2026
Photo Reveal: The Most Misunderstood Scene in ‘Blade Runner’
The article reexamines Blade Runner’s Esper scene, arguing that its purpose is not to showcase futuristic tech but to explore how belief shapes memory. While the visual effect appears to let Deckard extract hidden depth from a photograph, the film...
By No Film School
News•Feb 11, 2026
Piss in the Wind
Joji’s new album “Piss in the Wind,” his first release after parting ways with 88 Rising, attempts to modernize his alt‑R&B sound with a mix of weepy piano ballads and aggressive trap‑infused tracks. The record shines when noisy, darkwave‑styled production...
By Pitchfork
News•Feb 11, 2026
Do You Still Love Me?
British singer Ella Mai releases her third studio album, Do You Still Love Me?, showcasing a polished blend of mid‑tempo R&B, soul, and rap influences. The record leans on nostalgic ’90s‑era hooks while embracing contemporary, atmospheric production from longtime collaborator Mustard....
By Pitchfork
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Britney Spears Sells Music Rights, Deal Likely Low Nine Figures
Britney Spears sold her share of music rights to Primary Wave. Most of her masters are likely owned by major labels (via Jive). Max Martin wrote and produced many of her biggest hits. A low nine-figure deal is possible (as implied from...
By Dan Runcie
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Amazon’s “Melania” Prioritizes Prestige Over Profit
‘Melania’ Could Lose Tens of Millions in Theaters, but Amazon’s Goal Wasn’t to Make Money https://t.co/G7ph9eb0tg
By Todd Spangler
News•Feb 10, 2026
Britney Spears Sells the Rights to Her Music Catalog
Britney Spears has agreed to sell the publishing rights to her hit catalog to music‑publishing firm Primary Wave for an estimated $200 million. The deal adds Spears’ early‑2000s pop anthems to a roster that already includes Bob Marley, Stevie Nicks and...
By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Scripps Plans AI-Driven Cuts, Looming Layoffs Ahead
Scripps Layoffs Loom as Company Sets Major Cost-Cutting and Revenue Growth Plan That Will Include Use of AI and Automation https://t.co/0iOsHrJ4ve via @variety
By Todd Spangler
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Disney Revives Super Bowl Broadcast with 2027 ManningCast
Disney plans a Super Bowl 'ManningCast' in 2027 and is readying a suite of content tie-ins across the company to boost its first Big Game telecast since 2006 https://t.co/SeOEIMWDUR
By Brian Steinberg
Blog•Feb 10, 2026
How a Clerical Error Saved 'Se7en' Its Iconic Twist Ending
David Fincher’s 1995 thriller *Se7en* survived a near‑fatal script mishap when his agent sent him the original, un‑sanitized draft instead of a studio‑approved version. The draft contained the now‑iconic climax where Detective Mills discovers his wife’s head in a box,...
By No Film School
Social•Feb 11, 2026
TV Q&A
TV Q&A: What happened to “Fan N’Ation” on @KDKA ? Why did @disney fumble #TheMuppets so bad? What ages are needed for #MayorofKingstown extras? Via @TribLIVE - https://t.co/5vc1w9CAms https://t.co/WZsQabAOQj
By Rob Owen
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media Co-Produces '21 Questions' Podcast
Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media Inks Co-Production Deal for Madison Tevlin’s ‘21 Questions’ Podcast https://t.co/3nXJ8qkOiP via @variety
By Todd Spangler
News•Feb 10, 2026
Cardi B and Stefon Diggs Spark Breakup Rumors After Patriots' Super Bowl Loss
Rapper Cardi B and New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, who welcomed a son in November 2025, are reportedly no longer together. The breakup speculation intensified after the couple stopped following each other on Instagram and the Patriots’ 29‑13...
By Los Angeles Times – Entertainment & Arts
Social•Feb 11, 2026
Shareholder Rejects Netflix Deal, Backs Paramount Bid
Small Warner Bros. Discovery Shareholder Blasts ‘Flawed, Inferior’ Netflix Offer and Backs Paramount’s Hostile Bid — but Will It Matter? https://t.co/NGSPvAdqOW via @variety
By Todd Spangler
Blog•Feb 10, 2026
Up to 10 New Tamron Lenses Could Be Coming in 2026
Tamron’s latest Japanese financial report hints at a rollout of up to ten new interchangeable lenses in 2026, building on a busy 2025 that introduced the 16‑30mm f/2.8 and 25‑200mm f/2.8‑5.6 models. The prospective lineup would span Sony E‑mount, Nikon Z‑mount, Canon...
By No Film School
News•Feb 10, 2026
Weigel Broadcasting Names Elizabeth Tumulty SVP Of Affiliate Relations
Weigel Broadcasting announced Elizabeth Tumulty as senior vice president of affiliate relations, succeeding Maura McDonough Cope, who is retiring after a 42‑year television career. Tumulty brings more than two decades of experience, most recently overseeing affiliate operations at CBS and...
By TVNewsCheck
News•Feb 10, 2026
Trailer and Exclusive Poster for Gabe Klinger’s Berlin Debut Isabel Uncork a Midlife Crisis
Gabe Klinger’s feature debut *Isabel* will world‑premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival on February 16, 2026, after a new trailer and exclusive poster were released. The film follows a São Paulo sommelière who dreams of leaving her demanding fine‑dining job...
By The Film Stage
News•Feb 10, 2026
ASUS ROG Partners With BLAST for BLAST Premier
International esports tournament operator BLAST has renewed its partnership with ASUS Republic of Gamers for the 2026 season of its Counter‑Strike 2 series. Under the agreement, ASUS ROG will provide official monitors, PCs, laptops, keyboards and mice for six BLAST Premier...
By The Esports Advocate
News•Feb 10, 2026
Hagerty Channel Debuts On Prime Video
Hagerty Inc. has launched a free, ad‑supported streaming (FAST) channel on Amazon Prime Video, delivering 24/7 automotive programming. The channel features hundreds of hours of original content, with new episodes added weekly, including titles such as Icons, Revelations, and Barn...
By TVNewsCheck