Today's Movies Pulse
‘Disclosure Day’ draws mixed reviews for Spielberg’s latest sci‑fi thriller
Steven Spielberg’s new sci‑fi thriller “Disclosure Day” has been reviewed by several outlets. Critics describe the film as a flawed but fun ride, while others note it feels like playful “playtime” for the director, highlighting a polarized reception.
New to MUBI/VOD - NO OTHER CHOICE
South Korean director Park Chan‑wook’s new thriller “No Other Choice” stars Lee Byung‑hun as a veteran paper‑mill worker whose job is eliminated by AI‑driven automation. Faced with unemployment, he lures three job seekers with a fake posting and murders them to eliminate competition. The film mixes dark humor with suspense, using bright cinematography to satirize the paper industry’s absurdity. Critics note its timely commentary on AI‑induced job insecurity, positioning it alongside works like “Parasite” in reflecting modern labor fears.
Review: Kei Ishikawa’s A
My review of A Pale View Of Hills (dir. Kei Ishikawa) is up here: https://t.co/80K3VYYFvL
New Review: How To Make A Killing
My review of How To Make A Killing (dir. John Patton Ford) is up here: https://t.co/zjcI8OGL4g
Red Flags Abound in Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen Trailer
Netflix is launching the horror miniseries *Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen* on March 26, positioning the show as a marriage‑centric thriller. Ed Sheeran revisited his controversial *Game of Thrones* cameo, expressing lingering disappointment over fan backlash. Hulu announced...
My Review of Everybody To Kenmure Street Is Now
My review of Everybody To Kenmure Street (dir. Felipe Bustos Sierra) is up here: https://t.co/jyfw0Y1XsG
House of Dynamite's Plot Riddled with Inaccuracies and Illogic
A worthy discussion here of the key inaccuracies and illogicality central to the plot of @netflix's film House of Dynamite: https://t.co/8CFYAw74md
SXSW 2026 Review - UGLY CRY
Emily Robinson’s feature debut Ugly Cry premiered at SXSW 2026, blending comedy, psychological thriller, and body‑horror to examine Hollywood’s beauty obsession. The film follows Delaney, a strikingly beautiful actress who becomes fixated on delivering an ‘ugly cry’ without compromising her looks,...
We’d Like to Thank…
TVBEurope recapped its Oscar‑season coverage, spotlighting three nominees it has featured: the high‑octane drama *F1*, Netflix’s period piece *Train Dreams*, and the Iranian thriller *It Was Just An Accident*. *F1* earned four nominations—including Best Picture and Visual Effects—while *Train Dreams*...
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[Perspectives] Hamlet and the Burden of Bereavement
A new film adaptation of Shakespeare’s *Hamlet* directed by Aneil Karia re‑imagines the tragedy in suburban London’s South‑Asian milieu, casting Riz Ahmed as the brooding prince. The story replaces the Danish court with a ruthless capitalist property empire, using gritty cityscapes...
Anime Revival Screenings Are Having a Moment
Anime studios are capitalizing on 4K theatrical revivals, with recent screenings of Jin‑roh: The Wolf Brigade and Macross Plus drawing weeks‑long runs at Japanese multiplexes. Legacy titles such as Princess Mononoke, Angel’s Egg, and upcoming Tekkonkinkreet have generated box‑office revenues that rival...
Video: "Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Netflix unveiled the trailer for its upcoming horror limited series *Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen*, debuting on Friday the 13th. The show, created by Haley Z. Boston and executive‑produced by Stranger Things’ Duffer brothers, follows a bride‑to‑be and...
Video: Hot Out the Oven - Hulu's "Pizza Movie" Trailer & Key Art
Hulu unveiled the trailer and key art for its new comedy‑psychedelic film “Pizza Movie” at SXSW on March 13, 2026. The movie, starring Gaten Matarazzo, Sean Giambrone and a supporting ensemble, follows two college roommates whose pizza run spirals into a hallucinogenic night after an...
A New Wave of Defiance: The Turkish Film-Makers Standing up to Autocracy
Turkish directors İlker Çatak and Emin Alper captured the Berlinale’s top honors with *Yellow Letters* (Golden Bear) and *Salvation* (Silver Bear), films that directly confront President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s autocratic rule. Both movies are co‑produced by the indie company Liman and echo the...
How to De-Age the Oscars with Amelia Dimoldenberg
In this bonus episode of The Town, host Matt Bellany talks with Amelia Dimoldenberg, the official social‑media ambassador and red‑carpet correspondent for the Oscars, about how the Academy is trying to make the ceremony relevant to Gen Z and younger...
FOX Sports, Imagine Documentaries & Delirio Films Announce "Summer of '94" Premiering May 23 on FOX
FOX Sports, Imagine Documentaries and Delirio Films announced the documentary feature “Summer of ’94,” which will debut on FOX on May 23, 2026, after a world premiere at SXSW on March 14. The film chronicles the U.S. Men’s National Team’s...
Bunnie Xo Memoir to Be Adapted by Yellowstone Producer
Bunnie Xo’s Memoir ‘Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic’ Gets Film Adaptation From ‘Yellowstone’ and ‘Landman’ Producer 101 Studios (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/iBHeoleYku via @variety
Cornbread Mafia Review: True Crime Meets Stoner Comedy in This Outrageous Documentary
The SXSW‑premiered documentary *Cornbread Mafia* chronicles a Kentucky farming collective that built the United States’ largest home‑grown marijuana operation in the 1970s and 80s. Directors Evan Mascagni and Drew Morris mix talking‑head interviews, animated sequences, and Boyd Holbrook’s narration to turn...
A Safe Distance Review: Dont Overlook This Sexy, Sapphic Thriller
A Safe Distance, the feature‑directorial debut of Gloria Mercer and written by Aidan West, premiered at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival. The low‑budget thriller weaves a sapphic romance into a Highsmith‑style psychological plot, following Alex’s entanglement with a charismatic criminal...
Universal Extends VOD Window, Aiming 60 Days by 2028
"3 Steps. Today, Universal led the way on the first one… no more VOD window under 30 days…. then 45 days. Hopefully by 2028, that will be 60 days and we can stop fighting over the issue." THB #811:...
I Love The Pitt’s Freaky, Mean Orthopedic Surgeon
The Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center’s orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Brendon Park, makes his debut on Thursday’s episode of HBO’s series The Pitt. The role is played by Lou Ferrigno Jr., adding a new layer of medical grit to the show’s ensemble....
Undertone: A24's Pricey Flop, Pure Cinematic Snooze
Whatever @A24 paid for #undertone they got completely ripped off Thorough snoozer Feels like a bargain basement IFC film Not a single aspect worth recommending unless you are looking for a solid nap at the multiplex 😴😴😴 https://t.co/IJ0jN7xuPu
Bradley Cooper to Write, Direct Ocean's 11 Prequel
Fun news: Bradley Cooper is now the choice to write and direct the Ocean's 11 prequel for WB. (Lee Isaac Chung recently dropped out.) Cooper would also star with Margot Robbie. No deals yet, but goal is to shoot this...
A Friend Of Dorothy - Jennie Kermode - 20240
‘A Friend Of Dorothy,’ an Oscar‑nominated short reviewed by Jennie Kermode, explores the historic concept of queer safe‑spaces through a chance encounter between teenage JJ (Alistair Nwachukwu) and an elderly Dorothy (Miriam Margolyes). The film weaves two origins of the phrase—The...
Exit 8: Surreal Subway Horror Forces Young Man's Self‑Confrontation
A young man confronts his life and fears while trapped in a surreal, endless subway corridor, in the surprisingly effective Japanese horror film "Exit 8". Here's my spoiler-free review: https://t.co/lesrIWr4ZV #horror #film #movies #exit8 https://t.co/IZDSKAqC7j
Paul Thomas Anderson Near Oscar Win for Adapted Screenplay
Final Oscar Predictions: Adapted Screenplay — Paul Thomas Anderson Poised for His Long-Awaited Oscar-Winning Moment https://t.co/SFQD96Wz72 via @variety #Oscars
Kill Me - Jennie Kermode - 20238
Kill Me, a dark‑comedy thriller screened at SXSW 2026, follows Jimmy (Charlie Day) who awakens in a blood‑soaked bathtub with no memory of a suicide attempt. He enlists the help of 911 operator Margot (Allison Williams) to uncover whether he...
Ryan Coogler Poised as Second Black Original Screenplay Oscar Winner
Final Oscar Predictions: Original Screenplay — Ryan Coogler Set to Become the Second Black Winner in the Category With ‘Sinners’ https://t.co/5Fje98SQFK via @variety #Oscars
10 Years Later, Mark Wahlberg's Big-Budget Disaster Epic Wins Big on Streaming
Mark Wahlberg’s 2016 disaster epic *Deepwater Horizon* has resurfaced as a streaming hit on Netflix, despite its original $150 million budget and a $112 million box‑office loss. The film, which earned two Oscar nominations, now ranks among the most‑watched titles on Netflix’s...
Russell Crowe’s Hard-Boiled Detective Drama Is a Must-Watch for 'Cross' Fans
Russell Crowe's 2024 crime thriller "Sleeping Dogs" has become a cult favorite despite poor critical reviews. The film holds a 43% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes but an 80% audience rating on Popcornmeter, and it earned only $2 million at the...
Final Oscar Predictions: Best Supporting Actress — Will Amy Madigan Become the Second Oldest Winner, or Will Wunmi Mosaku or...
Amy Madigan, 75, is a frontrunner for Best Supporting Actress after sweeping critics’ awards for her role in Zach Cregger’s horror film *Weapons*. She faces two strong rivals: Teyana Taylor, who has won every major televised precursor, and Wunmi Mosaku, a...
Open Up: “Project Hail Mary” Restores Hope
We don't talk enough We should open up Before it's all too much Will we ever learn? We've been here before It's just what we know Now, when the Earth, humanity, and even the future itself feel broken, "Project Hail Mary" is a must-see comeback movie...
Universal Extends Theatrical Windows, Studios Refuse to Back Off
Word that Universal will be expanding its theatrical exclusivity windows starting today (just before what should be a very big year at the box office) is hopefully a signal that major studios with a greater vested interest in multiplex revenues...
Sony Pictures Animation’s ‘GOAT’ Makes History as First Major Studio Film Voiced by an All-Disability Loop Group
Sony Pictures Animation’s new film GOAT has become the first major studio release to feature an all‑disability loop group, providing the crowd and ambient sounds throughout the movie. The Disability Loop Group, created through the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, includes...
Undertone Hits AMC 16: Anticipation Meets Live Reaction
Now decibeling #undertone at AMC 16 in Prime 🔉 LIVE reax to follow on #MMT🌕 Hype is BIG here, can this film live up? https://t.co/GA3jnkQv5T
'I Was Obsessed' - New Behind-the-Scenes Footage of Street Fighter Film Shown with Actors Discussing What the Fighting Game Means
Behind‑the‑scenes footage of the upcoming Street Fighter live‑action film was unveiled at Capcom Cup 12, featuring director Takayuki Nakayama alongside the principal cast. The actors, including Andrew Koji, Callina Liang, 50 Cent and Olivier Richters, discuss their personal connections to the game and showcase...
‘Capturing Bigfoot’ Review: Cultural Mystery Meets Family History in a Captivating and Revelatory Doc
Marq Evans’s documentary *Capturing Bigfoot* debuted in the SXSW Documentary Spotlight, tracing the half‑century saga sparked by the 1967 Patterson‑Gimlin film. The film interweaves fresh archival material and newly uncovered evidence that reignites the hoax versus authenticity debate. It also...
‘War Machine’ Is Latest Netflix Action Flick to Top Streaming Chart
Netflix’s new action film “War Machine,” starring Alan Ritchson, topped the Samba TV weekly Wrap Report chart with 7 million households watching in its first three days. The movie marks the platform’s second major action hit of 2026, following the thriller...
Lionsgate Sets March 20 Digital Release for Horror Thriller ‘Do Not Enter’
Lionsgate announced that its supernatural horror thriller "Do Not Enter" will debut in theaters and on digital platforms on March 20, 2026. The film follows a group of livestreaming urban explorers, known as the Creepers, as they investigate New Jersey’s...
Jimmy O. Yang Sets Theatrical Release For Comedy Special ‘Finally Home’ – Watch The Trailer
Comedian Jimmy O. Yang announced a theatrical rollout for his third stand‑up special, "Finally Home," premiering in Hong Kong on March 20 and expanding to U.S. and Canadian cinemas on March 27 via Variance Films. The hour‑long show was recorded during a sold‑out...
‘Anima’ Review: The Odd-Couple Road Trip Takes Rewarding Detours in an Inventive and Poignant Drama
Brian Tetsuro Ivie's indie sci‑fi drama Anima premiered in the Narrative Spotlight at SXSW, pairing a dying tech mogul with a young driver tasked with delivering him to a virtual‑reality afterlife service. Set five minutes in the future, the film...
‘Baby/Girls’ Review: Doc Paints a Bleak but Judgment-Free Portrait of Teenage Motherhood in Contemporary Arkansas
‘Baby/Girls’ is a documentary co‑directed by Alyse Walsh and Jackie Jesko that premiered at SXSW, chronicling the lives of three white teenage mothers living at Compassion House, a Christian group home in Springdale, Arkansas. The film reveals how the 2022...
‘Baby/Girls’ Review: A Gentle Documentary on Teen Pregnancy With Some Strange AI Artifacts
The documentary *Baby/Girls* follows teenage mothers and pregnant teens in a rural Arkansas maternity home, exploring how the 2022 overturn of Roe v. Wade intensified cultural and economic pressures. Directors Alyse Walsh and Jackie Jesko capture intimate moments but intersperse...
Wild Nights, Tamed Beasts by Tong Wang Trailer
Wild Nights, Tamed Beasts, directed by Tong Wang, debuted at the Shanghai International Film Festival. The dark crime‑thriller follows caregiver Ye Xiaolin, whose patients die under mysterious circumstances, and zookeeper Ma Deyong, who tends an aging lion. Set against China’s...
A Brutal David Ellison Billboard Is Coming to the Oscars
At the 2024 Oscars, media watchdog Free Press will stage a protest outside the Dolby Theatre, unveiling a large mobile billboard that harshly critiques David Ellison. The billboard, designed to “congratulate” Ellison, targets his role in a high‑profile merger involving...
‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Orbiting $160M+ 5-Day Opening; Bound To Be Biggest YTD – Box Office Early Look
Illumination, Nintendo and Universal expect The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to open with more than $160 million in its first five domestic days, positioning it as the biggest box‑office performer of 2026 so far. The sequel surpasses the 2023 Mario Bros launch, which earned $204.6 million...
Teamsters Call on DOJ to Stop Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger: “We’ve Seen What Happens When Corporations Consolidate Power”
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has formally asked the Department of Justice to block the $111 billion Paramount‑Warner Bros. merger unless enforceable worker protections are included. Union leaders highlighted concerns that the deal could trigger layoffs and diminish domestic production for...
Scream 7 Poised to Hit $100M, Fastest In
Am projecting that #Scream7 will break $100M at North American #boxoffice tomorrow FRI on its 15th day of release. First 2026 film to join century club and fastest #Scream movie to ever reach this milestone. https://t.co/FV1mznQKjr
How to Make a Killing Mirrors Kind Hearts, Loses Its Charm
HOW TO MAKE A KILLING is much more of a remake of kind hearts and coronets than is being advertised, with none of that film’s charm https://t.co/MMjVHCtblh
The Film Comment Podcast: Oscars 2026 Preview with the Los Angeles Review of Books
Film Comment’s podcast hosts Devika and Clint teamed with Los Angeles Review of Books editors Eric Newman, Annie Berke and Elizabeth Alsop for a special Oscars 2026 preview. The episode dissects the Best Picture slate—including Sinners, The Secret Agent and F1—while flagging emerging trends, surprise contenders and...
Premeditated Productions Lands Five-Year Extension Of First-Look Deal At Amazon MGM Studios
Premeditated Productions has secured a five‑year extension of its first‑look deal with Amazon MGM Studios, extending the partnership through summer 2032. Launched in 2024 as the production arm of Entangled Publishing, Premeditated has already greenlit over a dozen adaptations of New York Times...