Today's Movies Pulse
Anya Taylor‑Joy joins ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum’ cast
Anya Taylor‑Joy has been added to the cast of New Line’s upcoming film *The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum*, playing Seren, a Sindar Elf loyal to King Thranduil. The movie is directed by Andy Serkis, who also returns as Gollum. Warner Bros. Pictures slated the worldwide release for December 17 2027.
Also developing:
- Live Nation Studios begins shooting horror‑comedy ‘Youth Juice’ starring Gideon Adlon and Luna Blaise
- ‘American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez’ documentary trailer released ahead of July 17 theatrical debut
- Alex Borstein to lead pandemic‑era family dramedy ‘Turn The Lights Back On’ in feature debut for Dave Pantano
28 Years Later – The Bone Temple Takes the Number 1 Spot on the Official Film Chart
The Official Film Chart for the week of March 11‑2026 places Sony Pictures’ 28 Years Later – The Bone Temple at the top spot, debuting at number 1. The post‑apocalyptic horror sequel follows the franchise’s long‑running infected‑outbreak narrative, delivering intense survival drama and striking visuals. Other franchise entries hold strong, with Wicked – For Good at #2, Zootropolis 2 at #3, and a resurgence of The Running Man (2025) at #4. Several re‑entries and climbs, such as Anaconda (2025) moving to #6, illustrate the chart’s franchise‑driven dynamics.
New Trailer and Poster for Curry Barker’s OBSESSION
Writer‑director Curry Barker has unveiled a new trailer and poster for his upcoming supernatural thriller “Obsession.” The film, backed by Universal Studios, follows a lonely young man who discovers a wish‑granting toy that makes his crush fall for him, but...
Oscars Producers Explain Fab Five Tribute and Limited Music Performances
Oscars Producers Reveal ‘Fab Five’ Casting Tribute, Extended In Memoriam and Why Only Two Musical Performances https://t.co/LQuEeldzoX via @variety
Kinoteka 2026
Kinoteka 2026, the UK’s premier Polish Film Festival, opens on 4 February with a centenary retrospective of Andrzej Wajda, spanning six decades of his politically charged work. The programme pairs classic titles such as *Ashes and Diamonds* and *Man of Marble* with...
Sinners Leads with 16 Nominations; One Battle After Another Follows
.@stevepond gives his final predictions for Oscar night: “#Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s genre-bending race relations tale w the lens of a vampire story, has a record-shattering 16 nominations; #OneBattleAfterAnother, Paul Thomas Anderson’s wild look at revolutionary fervor has 13." https://t.co/wkKai6jgRC
New Trailer for John Carney’s POWER BALLAD, Starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd
John Carney’s latest music‑drama Power Ballad, co‑written with Peter McDonald, has dropped a new trailer featuring Paul Rudd as a washed‑up wedding singer and Nick Jonas as a fading pop star. The film follows their unlikely partnership when Danny turns Rick’s song...
See Lunachicks’ Punk-Rock Origin Story in ‘Pretty Ugly’ Doc Trailer
The new documentary *Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks* premieres on April 24, streaming worldwide and in limited theaters across major U.S. cities. It chronicles the all‑female New York punk band’s formation, raw energy, and the challenges they faced...
Lifetime Announces Two New "Ripped From the Headlines" Films for Spring
Lifetime announced two new true‑crime movies for its spring lineup, expanding its "Ripped from the Headlines" brand. "Rescued By Faith: The Connie and Larry Van Oosten Story" will debut on April 4, featuring Nancy Travis, Mike Pniewski and Jake Allyn....
Emerald Cottage Trailer Drops From Filmmaker Jason Brown
Independent filmmaker Jason Brown has unveiled the trailer for his upcoming psychological horror, Emerald Cottage, set in rural England at the end of World War II. The film stars Charlotte Wallis, Sean Kanan and Kitty Sudbery, and follows an undertaker’s assistant...
Check Out the First Wave of Horrors From the 10th Annual Overlook Film Festival, if You Dare
The Overlook Film Festival marks its 10th anniversary in New Orleans, running April 9‑12 with a first‑wave lineup of 47 films—including 21 features and 26 shorts. Highlights feature the opening night film *Obsession*, centerpiece *Leviticus*, and closing night *Hokum*, alongside...
SXSW 2026 Documentaries Preview: Docs to Watch in Texas
SXSW 2026’s documentary lineup showcases a wide spectrum of stories, from Mandy Horvath’s record‑breaking climb in *The Ascent* to the cultural excavation of zombies in *Black Zombie*. The slate also includes a portrait of rock‑critic Robert Christgau in *The Last...
Exclusive Interview With ‘Dead Zero’ Director/Co-Writer Andy Gray and Writer/Actor Lee Alan Donaldson
Andy Gray and Lee Alan Donaldson discuss their horror‑action short Dead Zero, which will premiere at the Southend Film Festival’s Horror Takeover. The film follows an elite mercenary squad confronting illegal experiments and zombie threats in an English research compound. Developed...
Cinema, Meet the Creator Economy
Creator Camp, a digitally native media company, is reshaping film production by converting online creator followings into theatrical audiences. Its debut feature, *Two Sleepy People*, generated 2.5 times its production budget within a week, driven by an organic campaign that...
New Release Review - THE HOME
Mattias Skoglund’s latest horror, The Home, adapts Mats Strandberg’s novel and places terror in a retirement home. The film follows gay son Joel, who returns to clear out his mother’s house after her stroke, only to confront a malevolent spirit...
Ignore the Romance, and Reminders Of Him Actually Has Something to Say About Motherhood
Reminders Of Him, the latest Colleen Hoover adaptation, arrives in theaters on March 13, 2026, marketed as a romance but centering on a mother’s struggle after prison. Maika Monroe plays Kenna Rowan, a newly released inmate seeking to reconnect with...
New Release Review - HOW TO MAKE A KILLING
John Patton Ford’s second feature, *How to Make a Killing*, reimagines Roy Horniman’s 1907 novel in contemporary New York, starring Glen Powell, Margaret Qualley and an ensemble cast. The film attempts a black‑comedy crime thriller but falls short on both...
Guneet Monga-Backed Women in Film India Launches Cannes Scholarship for Female Producers
Women in Film India, backed by producer Guneet Monga, has launched a Cannes scholarship for emerging Indian female producers. The program, in partnership with impACT Lab, targets women who have completed at least two short films and are developing their...
This 10/10 Horror Cult Classic Just Gets Better With Age
Jennifer’s Body, the 2009 horror satire written by Diablo Cody and directed by Karyn Kusama, was mis‑marketed as a teen drama, obscuring its feminist critique of the male gaze and bodily autonomy. The film’s nuanced portrayal of female friendship and...
Netflix’s Forgotten 2-Part Near-Perfect Series Was Too Expensive To Survive Its $120M Budget
Netflix’s 2016 series *The Get Down* dazzled with Baz Luhrmann’s lavish 1970s hip‑hop aesthetic but was halted after one season due to its staggering $120 million budget. Production hurdles, including a showrunner departure and a reduced episode order, compounded low viewership, making the project...
How Jamie Lee Curtis' Conversation With Nicole Kidman at the Oscars Led to 'Scarpetta'
Jamie Lee Curtis revealed that a brief, friendly exchange with Nicole Kidman at the Oscars sparked the idea for the new Prime Video drama *Scarpetta*. The conversation led to a collaboration that also pulled in Ariana DeBose, forming a tight‑knit...
Watch: ‘Cruyff’ Docuseries Unveils The Life & Legacy Of A Soccer Legend
Box to Box, the producers behind *Drive to Survive*, is releasing a four‑part docuseries titled *Cruyff* that chronicles Dutch legend Johan Cruyff’s playing and coaching career. The series leverages unprecedented access to the Cruyff family’s private archives, including never‑seen home movies...
Highly Recommend the New Film Late Shift
I’ve written a comment for the film “LATE SHIFT,” currently playing in theaters. Highly recommend. https://t.co/PsVovsOY4T
‘I Don’t Like Staying in Sh**’: Priyanka Chopra on Why She Left Bollywood at Her Peak, Calls ‘Aishwarya Rai, Mindy...
Priyanka Chopra revealed on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast that she left Bollywood at the height of her fame to pursue broader creative opportunities in Hollywood. She described Bollywood’s constraints and the scarcity of Indian representation in U.S....
Akshay Kumar Hangs Upside Down in Spooky New Bhooth Bangla Poster; Teaser to Drop on March 12
Balaji Motion Pictures unveiled a new poster for the upcoming horror‑comedy *Bhooth Bangla*, starring Akshay Kumar hanging upside down in a spooky forest. The film’s teaser is scheduled for release on March 12, building momentum toward its theatrical debut on...
Ram Gopal Varma Claims ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ Could Challenge South Cinema if It Crosses ₹2000 Crore
Veteran director Ram Gopal Varma predicts that the upcoming action sequel *Dhurandhar: The Revenge* could earn between ₹1,500 crore and ₹2,000 crore worldwide, a figure he says would challenge the current dominance of South Indian films in the pan‑India market. The film, starring...
Screenplay of Arundhati Roy's ‘In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones’ to Release in Revised Edition
Arundhati Roy’s screenplay for the cult play “In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones” is being issued in a revised edition. The new version incorporates previously unpublished scenes and updates the text for contemporary readers. The release is aimed at...
‘Anaconda’ Tops DEG Digital Transactions Chart for Week of March 1
Sony Pictures' comedic remake of Anaconda topped the Digital Entertainment Group's weekly digital sales and rentals chart for the week ending March 1, according to GfK Entertainment data. The film rose five spots to claim the No. 1 position, displacing Disney's Zootopia 2,...
India at Oscars 2026: Priyanka Chopra to Present; Winning Chances Ride on Geeta Gandbhir’s Double Documentary Nominations
Indian representation at the 2026 Oscars includes filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir’s double nominations and actress Priyanka Chopra’s role as a presenter. Gandbhir is nominated in both Best Documentary Short for “The Devil Is Busy” and Best Documentary Feature for “The Perfect Neighbor,” tackling...
Hong Kong International Film Festival To Open With Anthony Chen’s ‘We Are All Strangers’, Close With Philip Yung’s ‘Cyclone’
The Hong Kong International Film Festival celebrates its 50th edition from April 1‑12, opening with Anthony Chen’s Berlin‑premiered *We Are All Strangers* and closing with Philip Yung’s *Cyclone*, a Rotterdam debut on transgender identity. The program showcases 215 films from 71 territories,...
Netflix’s Hit Action-Adventure Show Draws 100% RT Score With Season 2
Netflix’s live‑action adaptation of One Piece returned with its second season, earning a perfect 100% Tomatometer rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 19 critic reviews. The audience Popcornmeter score sits at 96% from over 500 verified viewers, outpacing the first season’s...
Seeking Perri Nemiroff’s Weekend Film Boycott List
I might have missed it but has Perri Nemiroff announced what films she’s boycotting this weekend?
Netflix’s 6-Part Spy Thriller Masterpiece Is Still the Perfect Weekend Binge
Netflix’s six‑episode spy thriller *Bodyguard* remains a top‑tier binge option, blending political intrigue with high‑octane action. Richard Madden’s Golden‑Globe‑winning lead anchors a tightly plotted story that resolves all major threads in a single season. The series’ self‑contained format avoids the...
Ellison Masks Emptiness with Cruise’s Secret Paramount Promo
I hope it’s fun. But this is exactly what you do when you have nothing tangible to show. So far, that is Ellison’s modus operandi. Tom Cruise Shoots Secret Video for Paramount Celebrating Studio’s Legacy and New Era (Exclusive) https://t.co/75hJPsagFD...
An Upcoming Live-Action Anime Adaptation Has Already Learned From Netflix's Cowboy Bebop Mistakes
Tomorrow Studios is quietly developing a live‑action adaptation of Shinichirō Watanabe’s 2004 anime *Samurai Champloo*. After the mixed reception of Netflix’s *Cowboy Bebop* and the more favorable response to *One Piece*, the studio is leveraging lessons learned by securing Watanabe’s direct involvement. Producer Marty...
First Details Announced of Increased £33.5 Million BFI Investment in Audience Development
The British Film Institute has unveiled a £33.5 million audience funding package for 2026‑2029, a 20 percent increase over the previous cycle. The plan allocates £10.8 million to the Film Audience Network, £3 million to the Open Cinemas/ESCAPES programme, and £19.7 million to the National...
Ryan Gosling and Sandra Huller Throw a Hail Mary
Project Hail Mary’s first trailer, featuring Ryan Gosling, has sparked enthusiastic early buzz across Hollywood and fan communities. The promotional clip showcases Gosling’s signature style, including distinctive striped attire that aligns with fan expectations. Actress Sandra Huller appears in a...
Doc ‘Big Star: The Nick Skelton Story’ Available Digitally From Virgil
Virgil Films has released the documentary *Big Star: The Nick Skelton Story* for digital rental and purchase. The film chronicles British show‑jumper Nick Skelton’s career, focusing on his recovery from a severe neck injury and his partnership with the horse...
James Wan to Direct Paramount Remake of Korean Thriller
And guess who’s back at the director’s chair? #JamesWan has just signed with #Paramount to Co-produce & direct the remake of Korean 2019 action thriller hit #TheGangsterTheCopTheDevil, which starred #DonLee aka #MaDongseok, who will reprise his role in the American remake...
Brazil vs Norway: Oscar International Feature Showdown
Final Oscar Predictions: International Feature — Brazil and Norway Face Off in One of the Toughest Races to Call https://t.co/rVBkKYdXbu via @variety
The Weird Man (1983) by Chang Cheh Film Review
The Weird Man (1983) is Chang Cheh’s final Shaw Brothers production, mixing martial‑arts choreography with Taoist mysticism and slapstick fantasy. Starring Cheng Tien‑Chi as the mischievous spirit Yu Ji, the film borrows heavily from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Chinese folklore....
KPop Demon Hunters Poised for Oscar History, Sinners Threatens
Final Oscar Predictions: Original Song — ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Is Poised to Make Oscar History, But Don’t Sleep on ‘Sinners’ https://t.co/5hTVUYsZp3 via @variety #Oscars
David Ellison Shows Success Where Others Failed
David Ellison is out prove he can succeed where others have failed $PSKY $WBD The LightShed Podcast, Ep. 304. With @BrandoLightShed and @WaltLightShed https://t.co/Bs2ZMjBSA8
The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Hoppers”
The Next Best Picture Podcast released a preview episode reviewing Disney‑Pixar’s newest film, “Hoppers.” Hosted by Megan Lachinski, Dan Bayer, Ben Langford and Larry Fried, the show dissects the movie’s story, animation, voice performances, and score, and positions it within...
American-Heavy Lineup May Crown Surprise Documentary Oscar
Final Oscar Predictions: Documentary Feature — Why the Most American Lineup in Years Could Bring a Surprising Winner https://t.co/4pFjzWKgXc via @variety #Oscars
James Wan to Direct English Remake of Korean Thriller
Excl: More Paramount news, as a new filmmaker joins the talent pool on the Mountain...James Wan signs on to direct and produce the English-language reimagining of Korean crime thriller THE GANGSTER, THE COP, THE DEVIL https://t.co/YglLX1lmJ2
Friday the 13th Part VII Should Have Been the Model for the Franchise
Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood (1988) introduced a telekinetic teen, Tina Shepherd, to battle Jason Voorhees, creating a monster‑versus‑monster dynamic. The film injected fresh energy into a franchise plagued by inconsistent timelines and repetitive kills, but its...
Oscars Ratings Plummet as Relevance Fades, Shifting to Streaming
Ratings for the #Oscars are gonna be horrifically low Their relevance has taken a colossal slide over the past few years ANORA sweeping everything last year was the final nail in the proverbial coffin No wonder the ceremony’s moving to streaming
Ellison Calls Warner Bros. Start Turbulent, Employees Seek Answers
Excl: Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison visited the Warner Bros. lot today and acknowledged things were off to a "turbulent" start. Many employees still have questions. https://t.co/PGUnCOih63
Amazon MGM Studios’ ‘Mercy’ Due on Disc April 7 From Alliance
Amazon MGM Studios and Alliance Home Entertainment announced that the sci‑fi thriller Mercy will hit physical shelves on April 7, 2026, in 4K Ultra HD, Blu‑ray, and DVD formats. The film, directed by Timur Bekmambetov, earned $54.3 million worldwide at the box...
'There Are Plans for Cole and I Think Fans Will Be Pleasantly Surprised...' — Lewis Tan on Mortal Kombat 2...
The live‑action Mortal Kombat 2 is set for a May 8 2026 release, shifting the narrative focus to Johnny Cage while keeping original protagonist Cole Young in the mix. Lewis Tan, who plays Cole, hinted at a surprise plan for the character, sparking fan...