Today's Movies Pulse
Michael biopic shatters records, tops $932M worldwide
The film “Michael” has become the highest‑grossing musical biopic ever, pulling in over $932M globally and surpassing “Bohemian Rhapsody’s” $911M record. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson, the movie is now available for home viewing.
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Amazon MGM Studios Acquires Film Rights to Caro Claire Burke's Viral Debut 'Yesteryear'
Caro Claire Burke’s debut novel 'Yesteryear' has been sold to Amazon MGM Studios for a film adaptation, with Oscar‑winner Anne Hathaway attached as star and producer. The deal, announced in July 2024 before the book’s publication, underscores how viral BookTok titles are fast‑tracking to the screen.
IMAX Unveils Keighley Camera that Enabled Full‑IM
The Keighley camera is now on display at @IMAX HQ. The next-gen camera was first used on the set of Christopher Nolan’s #TheOdyssey and is named in honor of David Keighley, IMAX’s first Chief Quality Officer. This camera allowed Nolan...
‘Ashes’ Review: Diego Luna Helms a Middling, Meandering Migration Drama
Diego Luna’s fifth directorial effort, Ashes, debuted in Cannes’ Special Screenings section, adapting Brenda Navarro’s novel Ceniza en la boca. The film follows 21‑year‑old Mexican nanny Lucila, played by Anna Diaz, as she navigates life in Madrid and later returns to Mexico. Critics praise...
Cannes 2026: Leah Nelson's 'Tangles' Film Is an Animation Sensation
Leah Nelson’s feature‑directorial debut, "Tangles," premiered at Cannes 2026 and quickly became an animation sensation. The black‑and‑white adaptation of Sarah Leavitt’s graphic novel tackles Alzheimer’s disease through a deeply personal, queer‑focused narrative. A star‑studded voice cast—including Julia Louis‑Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston,...
Ponies Review (Sky)
Sky’s new series “Ponies” follows two inexperienced American wives turned CIA operatives in 1977 Moscow, portrayed by Emilia Clarke and Hayley Lu Richardson. The show blends spy‑thriller tension with dark comedy, using a volatile power‑play narrative that examines gender, status and surveillance....
We Are Aliens - Edin Custo - 20329
Japanese animator Kohei Kadowaki’s debut feature We Are Aliens uses rotoscoping to deliver hyper‑realistic movement while telling a bleak coming‑of‑age tale. The film follows classmates Tsubasa and Gyotaro as childhood misunderstandings spiral into bullying and lasting alienation. Its visual style...
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Sebastian Stan,“ ”Scarlett Johansson Join “The Batman Part 2” Alongside Robert Pattinson, DC Veterans, and More
Matt Reeves used a series of GIF‑laden social posts to confirm the full cast of The Batman Part II, slated for an Oct. 1 2027 theatrical release. The lineup adds Marvel alumni Sebastian Stan as Harvey Dent/Two‑Face and Scarlett Johansson in an undisclosed Gotham role, alongside...
Oleg Kuzovkov Regains 'Masha and the Bear' Control, Now in Pre-Production on Feature
Oleg Kuzovkov, creator of the preschool hit *Masha and the Bear*, has reclaimed exclusive creative control of the franchise and launched Studio MiM, an independent studio operating out of Los Angeles and Moscow. The new studio has entered pre‑production on the...
Maggie Smith's Highest-Rated Period Drama Hailed as "Outstanding" Is Now Streaming for Free
Maggie Smith’s 1985 period drama *A Room with a View* has resurfaced as a free streaming title on the UK’s Channel 4, where it will be available until 12 June. The film holds a perfect 100 % approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and...
David Morse in Modern Western Texas Drama 'Broken Land' Trailer
Well Go USA released the trailer for "Broken Land," a modern Western thriller marking J.T. Walker’s feature‑directorial debut. The film, starring David Morse as reclusive rancher Carson Tidwell, premiered at the 2025 Florida Film Festival and will launch on VOD...
There Will Be a New James Bond
Auditions for the next James Bond have officially begun, with Oscar‑nominated casting director Nina Gold spearheading the search for the iconic spy. Amazon MGM Studios confirmed the casting drive but withheld details on potential candidates. Director Denis Villeneuve, locked in...
Search For New James Bond Takes Next Steps As Nina Gold Closes Deal As Casting Director
Nina Gold has been hired as casting director for the next James Bond film, joining director Denis Villeneuve and producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman. The appointment was confirmed by Deadline and announced by Amazon MGM Studios, marking the first...
Sandra Hüller Earns 5‑Minute Ovation, Oscar Buzz Ignites
Sentence of the year. Sandra Hüller Soaks Up 5-Minute Standing Ovation for ‘Fatherland’ as Oscar Race Starts Early in Cannes https://t.co/Rup0E0HSyc via @variety https://t.co/CMFGghQxbP
‘Scary Movie’ & ‘Masters Of The Universe’ To Freak Each Other Out With $35M+ Openings – Box Office Early Look
Paramount/Miramax and Amazon MGM Studios are set to clash in early June as their tentpole releases, a reboot of the Wayans brothers' "Scary Movie" and Travis Knight's "Masters of the Universe," both target $35 million-plus opening weekends. "Scary Movie" forecasts $35‑40 M, banking on nostalgia and a...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interviews With The “LifeHack” Cast & Director
LifeHack, a 2025 British screen‑life action thriller directed by Ronan Corrigan, follows a group of friends who hack scammers and ultimately target billionaire Don Heard’s cryptocurrency. The film debuted at SXSW 2025, earning praise for its direction, writing, editing, and...
The Mandalorian and Grogu Hit German Theaters May 20, Testing Theatrical Viability
Disney’s flagship series The Mandalorian and its fan‑favorite character Grogu will open in German cinemas on May 20, marking the first theatrical window for the franchise in Europe. The rollout is being watched as a barometer for whether premium streaming properties...
Top Gun's 40th Anniversary Re‑Release Nets $1.2M Opening
And yeah, moviegoers still feel the need for speed, as #TopGun kicked off its 40th anniversary celebrations throwing a party at US #BoxOffice. The iconic film starring #TomCruise grossed STRONG 1.2M on WED rerelease opening Day, for a 181.6M lifetime...
Okay, Now Amazon Is Actually Looking for a New James Bond, for Real
Amazon MGM Studios announced it has begun an official casting search for a new actor to portray James Bond in its upcoming 007 franchise reboot. The move follows years of fan speculation, reality‑show tie‑ins, and rumors about potential candidates such...
Indian Cinema Shifts After End of OTT Subsidy, Boosting Box‑Office Focus
Indian producers are abandoning the decade‑long practice of securing upfront streaming guarantees as OTT platforms cut subsidies. The change drives leaner budgets, script‑first projects and a renewed emphasis on box‑office performance across Bollywood and regional markets.
Review: Magic Hour
Magic Hour, a new Duplass Brothers indie romance starring Katie Aselton and Daveed Diggs, unfolds in a Joshua Tree house where a couple confronts a hidden rift. The film blends talk‑y, low‑key drama with a surprise emotional turn, supported by intimate cinematography...
Ben Stiller, Nicholas Galitzine & Bella Maclean Cast in ‘A Matter of Time’
Hollywood is gearing up for the fantasy drama “A Matter of Time,” which has cast Ben Stiller, Nicholas Galitzine and Bella Maclean in lead roles. The film will be directed by Harry Bradbeer, known for the Enola Holmes series, with...
How ‘Blaise’ Evolved From An Underground French Comic Strip To A Cannes-Playing Animated Feature
French comic‑strip Blaise, created by Dimitri Planchon in 2009, evolved into a 30‑episode Arte TV series in 2016 and now debuts as a feature‑length animated film at Cannes’ ACID competition. Co‑directors Planchon and Jean‑Paul Guigue kept the original 2D aesthetic, using familiar...
“The Script Is Right There. This Movie Will Absolutely Happen”: Jack Osbourne Says Ozzy Biopic Is Written and Gives Tentative...
Jack Osbourne announced that the long‑awaited Ozzy Osbourne biopic has a finished script and is moving forward, with a tentative release no earlier than 2028. He confirmed the project is in producer’s hands, that a director is being sought, and that...
Animated Debut 'In Waves' Opens Cannes Critics' Week, Wins Acclaim
Phuong Mai Nguyen’s animated adaptation of AJ Dungo’s graphic novel ‘In Waves’ opened Cannes Critics’ Week, marking the first animated film ever selected for the prestigious slot. Critics praised its emotional depth, visual style and the director’s deft handling of...
Your Fault: London Finally Confirms Release Date as Intense Trailer Lands
Prime Video announced that the second English‑language adaptation of Mercedes Ron’s Culpables trilogy, "Your Fault: London," will debut worldwide on June 17, 2024. The sequel reunites Matthew Broome and Asha Banks as Nick and Noah while introducing four new characters, expanding...
First Trailer and Poster for Shark Thriller CHUM, Starring Alice Eve
The upcoming survival thriller *Chum* arrives in U.S. theaters on June 5, starring Alice Eve and directed by Jonathan Zuck. Co‑written with Joe Leone, the film follows a newlywed wedding party that becomes shark bait for a psychopathic fisherman. The story unfolds...
Queer Slasher ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ Earns Six‑Minute Ovation at Cannes
Jane Schoenbrun’s “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma” premiered in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section, drawing a six‑minute standing ovation. The film’s blend of queer slasher thrills and meta‑commentary on franchise reboots sparked both applause and debate among festivalgoers.
Peter Mullan in Scotland's 'The Fall of Sir Douglas Weatherford' Trailer
Mubi has released the first UK trailer for Seán Dunn’s feature debut, The Fall of Sir Douglas Weatherford, starring BAFTA‑nominated Peter Mullan. The darkly comic film premiered at the 2026 Rotterdam Film Festival and later screened at Göteborg and San Francisco, generating festival...
Gillian Anderson's "Captivating" New Movie Debuts with 100% Rotten Tomatoes Rating
Jane Schoenbrun’s horror‑satire *Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma* premiered at Cannes, earning a flawless 100 % rating on Rotten Tomatoes from its first 12 reviews. The film reunites Gillian Anderson as the original “final girl” with newcomer Hannah Einbinder,...
East of Eden Teaser Highlights World’s Pervasive Evil
‘East of Eden’ Teaser: The ‘World Is So Full of Evil’ in Zoe Kazan’s Florence Pugh-Starring Adaptation https://t.co/GEdDFNGrJx via @IndieWire
“IMPACT X Nightline: Evil Found Them: The Lovers Lane Murders” Coming Soon To Hulu & Disney+
Disney+ and Hulu will debut "IMPACT x Nightline: Evil Found Them: The Lovers Lane Murders," a documentary examining Houston’s 1990 double homicide that remained unsolved for 36 years. The film reveals how a tip and decades‑old DNA from a rape kit enabled...
Peter Jackson Honored with Cannes Palme D’Or in Lord of the Rings Reunion
Oscar‑winning director Peter Jackson accepted an honorary Palme d’Or at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, presented by his former co‑star Elijah Wood. The ceremony featured a nostalgic reunion that underscored the franchise’s enduring cultural footprint and Cannes’ historic role in...
“The Nightmare Upstairs: What Happened to Ty and Bryn?” Coming Soon To Disney+ & Hulu
Disney+ and Hulu will debut a two‑part documentary, “The Nightmare Upstairs: What Happened to Ty and Bryn?” on May 19 2026. The series follows a Utah family’s bitter custody dispute that escalated into a 54‑day livestreamed barricade, drawing national attention on TikTok....
YouTube‑Born Horror Filmmakers Storm Feature Film Market, Highlighting Creator‑Economy Shift
YouTube‑originated horror makers are landing major studio deals and theatrical releases, with Curry Barker’s Obsession and Kane Parsons’s Backrooms slated for summer debuts. The trend underscores how the creator economy is reshaping talent pipelines and studio financing.
Teenage Sex And Death At Camp Miasma - Amber Wilkinson - 20326
Jane Schoenbrun’s "Teenage Sex And Death At Camp Miasma" debuted in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard, positioning a meta‑slasher as a festival entry. The film reimagines an 80s horror franchise, weaving psychosexual drama with a critique of Hollywood’s franchise‑driven IP strategies....
Forget the Delayed Game Quote, Miyamoto Shortens Zelda Movie Release
Shigeru Miyamoto announced that the live‑action *Legend of Zelda* film will debut a week earlier than previously slated, moving the release to April 30, 2027. The movie, directed by Wes Ball and written by Derek Connolly, has completed production, signaling confidence in...
Guillermo Del Toro Unveils 4K Restoration of 'Pan’s Labyrinth' At Cannes
Guillermo del Toro premiered a newly restored 4K version of his 2006 fantasy film Pan’s Labyrinth at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, drawing a fresh standing ovation. The event highlighted the growing emphasis on preserving cinematic classics and reinforced Cannes’...
‘Teenage Sex And Death At Camp Miasma’ Comes Alive at Cannes With Warm Standing Ovation
Jane Schoenbrun’s trans‑written horror *Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma* premiered in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard, receiving a warm standing ovation of just under six minutes. The film reboots the infamous Camp Miasma slasher franchise while weaving themes of sex, gender...
Pakistan’s Biggest Film Is Going to China. The Real Test for Cultural Ties Comes After.
Pakistan’s blockbuster "The Legend of Maula Jatt" will debut in Chinese theatres on May 21, becoming the first home‑grown Pakistani film to break into China’s tightly‑controlled foreign‑film quota. The 2022 release earned roughly $14 million worldwide, a record for Lollywood, and revived...
Spider-Noir Is a “Distant Cousin” To Spider-Verse, With a Bogart-Leaning Bent
Prime Video’s new series *Spider-Noir* starring Nicolas Cage debuts on MGM+ on May 25, 2026, with a streaming rollout on Prime Video two days later. The show reimagines Spider‑Man as a 1930s‑style hard‑boiled detective, drawing direct inspiration from Humphrey Bogart, James Cagney and Peter Lorre....
Butterfly Jam (2026) Cannes Film Festival 2026
Kantemir Balagov, the Russian‑born director who won Best Director for Beanpole, debuted his latest drama, Butterfly Jam, at Cannes 2026. The film follows 16‑year‑old wrestler Pyteh, a Circassian‑American navigating family duty, cultural identity, and his father’s erratic behavior. Performances by...
One Major Theater Chain Just Quietly Launched $1.75 Movie Tickets for Summer Break
Cinemark launched its Summer Movie Clubhouse on May 13, offering $1.75 tickets for family‑friendly films at 285 U.S. locations through August 6. The promotion includes $1 discounts on snack packs and popcorn‑and‑drink combos. Showings focus on Wednesday mornings and feature...
Going Off-Plan by Paul Risker
British director Ben Wheatley, known for genre‑bending titles like *Kill List* and *Free Fire*, discusses his creative journey and the upcoming action‑comedy *Normal*. The film follows interim Sheriff Ulysses (Bob Odenkirk) in Normal, Minnesota, as he uncovers a Yakuza‑run gold...
Rebel Wilson's Directorial Debut 'The Deb' Secures U.S. Distribution with Sunrise Films
Rebel Wilson's musical comedy debut 'The Deb' has been picked up for U.S. distribution by Sunrise Films, announced by Protagonist Pictures ahead of Cannes. The deal highlights growing confidence in indie, female‑led projects despite a parallel defamation lawsuit involving the...
Michael Jackson Biopic Tops Korea Box Office, Eyes Record
#MICHAEL crossed the 600M mark at Global #BoxOffice and arrives in #Korea’s #BoxOffice, where KING OF POP #MichaelJackson’s music biopic debuts in #1 with a $832k WED Opening Day (vs #BohemianRhapsody’s $737k WED Op Day, #Oppenheimer’s $4.3M TUE Holiday Op...
Cannes 2026 Video #2: A Look Back at Day One of the Fest
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival opened on May 12 with a star‑studded ceremony, where Peter Jackson was presented an honorary Palme d’Or for his Lord of the Rings legacy. The opening‑night feature, “La Venus Electrique,” debuted in Cannes and French cinemas,...
Katzenberg Backs Vertical Dramas as Hollywood Embraces AI
Exclusive: Now Jeffrey Katzenberg, late of Quibi, is backing vertical dramas as Hollywood learns to stop hating and embraces AI movies https://t.co/02B1LxtO79
Trailer and Artwork for the 4K UHD Release of SOME LIKE IT HOT
Billy Wilder’s 1960 comedy *Some Like It Hot* is set for a UK 4K UHD debut on May 18, released as a three‑disc Limited Collector’s Edition Mediabook. The package includes a UHD‑Blu‑ray featuring Dolby Vision and HDR10, a standard Blu‑ray, a bonus...
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Leads UK, Ireland and Italy Box Offices, Surpasses €25 M
Disney’s ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ retained the top spot in the UK and Ireland weekend, pulling in £5.2 million ($7 million) and reaching a cumulative $28.5 million after 11 days. In Italy the film broke the €25 million barrier, equivalent to about $27 million, confirming...
Taiwan Amplifies Cannes Presence with Genre Hits, Immersive XR and IP Deals
Taiwan's pavilion at Cannes' Marché du Film unveiled a slate of genre titles, immersive XR works and literary IPs, pairing export‑focused horror and thriller films with culturally rooted dramas. The move underscores a calibrated strategy to boost cross‑media sales and...