Today's Movies Pulse
Netflix’s ‘Office Romance’ tops weekly streaming with nearly 21 M views
Jennifer Lopez’s rom‑com *Office Romance* claimed the top spot on Netflix’s overall chart, logging 20.9 million views through June 7. The platform’s English‑language TV chart was led by the three‑part documentary *Michael Jackson: The Verdict* with 17.8 million views.
PVR Inox Launches Week‑Long David Dhawan Film Festival Across 25 Indian Cities
PVR Inox announced a week‑long David Dhawan Film Festival beginning May 8, screening five of the director’s hit comedies at 40 venues in 25 Indian cities. The event arrives as Dhawan prepares to release what he calls his final directorial effort, “Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.”
Meryl Streep Saves Forgettable Devil Wears Prada Sequel
An easy-breezy — quickly forgettable — sequel, #TheDevilWearsPrada2 covers all the expected bases wrapped in the threads of corporate downsizing, few if any major laughs but this film’s audience won’t care, I mean Streep in anything is preferable to most...
BFI Player’s May 2026 Line-Up
BFI Player’s May 2026 schedule blends high‑profile new releases with historic world cinema. The month opens with Richard Linklater’s *Nouvelle Vague*, a BAFTA‑winning recreation of Godard’s *Breathless*, followed by six Brazilian titles spanning Cinema Novo classics to contemporary horror. Mid‑month...
Alliance Entertainment Relaunches ‘Movies Unlimited’ Retail Platform Targeting Collectors
Alliance Entertainment has relaunched its Movies Unlimited website as a collector‑led retail platform offering classic movies and TV series on DVD, Blu‑ray and 4K Ultra HD. The redesign focuses on higher‑margin products such as limited editions, pre‑orders and 4K formats, and...
How the New Resident Evil Movie Connects to the Games as "Amazing" Trailer Lands
Sony Pictures is set to release a new Resident Evil film on September 18, 2026, directed by Zach Cregger and co‑written with Shay Hatten. The movie, starring Austin Abrams as courier Bryan, is positioned as a self‑contained story that runs...
Köln 75 - Jennie Kermode - 20315
Koln 75, directed by Ido Fluk, dramatizes the rise of Vera Brandes, a teenage woman who helped organize Keith Jarrett’s legendary 1975 concert, focusing on her ambition rather than Jarrett himself. Mala Emde’s charismatic performance anchors the film, while John Magaro...
Project Hail Mary: Best Sci‑Fi Film Since The Martian
Finally went to the movies last night and saw "Project Hail Mary" for the first time. I have to say it was the best SciFi movie I have seen since "The Martian" (the book also written by Andy Weir, who...
Hollywood’s A.I.-Infringement Terminator
Hollywood and Silicon Valley are clashing over AI‑generated content and celebrity deepfakes. After OpenAI abruptly shut down its Sora video platform and ended a roughly $1 billion licensing deal with Disney, studios moved from legal threats to negotiating with Sam Altman....
‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Controversy Stirs in Asia
The sequel "The Devil Wears Prada 2" faces a boycott in China, Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong after a promotional clip introduced the Asian assistant character “Jin Chao,” which critics say relies on outdated stereotypes and echoes a derogatory slur. Disney, which...
Who Is the Real Villain of The Devil Wears Prada 2?
The Devil Wears Prada 2 reunites Andy, Miranda, and a new cast of executives, sparking fresh debate over who the true antagonist is. While Miranda remains a demanding editor and Andy wrestles with her own compromises, the film positions Jay...
Sonic Movie Producers Are Psyched About Tomb Raider, a Streets of Rage Film.. And a Planet of Lana One?
At the inaugural iicon event, Story Kitchen co‑founder Dmitri Johnson revealed the studio’s aggressive push to turn classic video games into movies and series. While the recent Sonic films served as a gateway, the next target is a live‑action Streets...
Adam Sandler’s ‘Blended’ Tops Pluto Streaming, Beats Villeneuve’s ‘Arrival’
Adam Sandler’s 2014 romantic comedy Blended has risen to the top of Pluto TV’s U.S. streaming chart, surpassing Denis Villeneuve’s award‑winning sci‑fi drama Arrival. The surprise shift underscores how low‑budget, audience‑friendly titles can dominate free‑streaming services despite poor critical reception.
Mortal Kombat 2 UK Premiere Red Carpet Interviews: The Cast Tell All on the Latest Video Game KickFest Movie
The United Kingdom premiere of "Mortal Kombat II" took place at London’s BFI IMAX, showcasing the sequel to New Line Cinema’s video‑game adaptation. The film, directed by Simon McQuoid and written by Jeremy Slater, features a star‑studded cast including Karl...
Not Just Directors: Women Are Losing Ground Across Hollywood
The number of women or nonbinary directors on IMDb Pro’s top‑100 list fell from 20 in 2023 to 14 in 2024 and just 11 in 2025, marking a clear regression. ReFrame’s 2025 report recorded the fewest gender‑balanced productions in six...
Terminator 2: Judgment Day Returning to Theaters This May
Terminator 2: Judgment Day will return to U.S. cinemas for an eight‑week run beginning May 22, marking the film’s 35th anniversary. The revival will be presented in four formats—original 35 mm, 70 mm, 4K DCP and 3‑D DCP—offering both nostalgic and high‑definition experiences. The...
The 2026 Summer Movies We Cannot Wait To See
The article outlines a packed 2026 summer slate, ranging from high‑profile sequels like The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Mortal Kombat II to franchise blockbusters such as Star Wars, Toy Story 5, and Supergirl. It highlights a mix of horror (Obsession, Passenger), indie titles (Blue Film,...
5 New Movies You Can Finally Watch at Home This Month
The premium video‑on‑demand (PVOD) market is unusually quiet this spring, with only a handful of new titles arriving for home viewing in April. Among them, Maggie Gyllenhaal’s feminist re‑imagining of *Bride of Frankenstein* lands on Amazon VOD, while other releases...
‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ to Debut Digitally May 5, on Disc June 16
Searchlight Pictures' horror sequel *Ready or Not 2: Here I Come* will launch on premium digital platforms on May 5, then arrive on Blu‑ray and DVD on June 16 via Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. The film, starring Samara Weaving alongside an all‑star ensemble,...
Michael Poised to Become Third 2024 $250M Blockbuster
#Michael is on track to reach about $129M by end of WEEK ONE at domestic #boxoffice. Cume looks to shoot up to around $170M after 2nd wknd. #MichaelMovie holding IMAX for a 2nd week, but Prada is taking over many Dolby...
Full Trailer for 'O Horizon' Film with Maria Bakalova & David Strathairn
Variance Films released the first trailer for O Horizon, an indie drama written and directed by Madeleine Rotzler. The film stars Oscar‑nominee Maria Bakalova and veteran actor David Strathairn as a grieving neuroscientist and her digitized father. After premiering at...
YOUNG MOTHERS: The Dardennes Continue to Wave the Flag for Compassionate Social Cinema
The Dardenne Brothers, two‑time Palme d’Or winners, have released *Young Mothers*, a 2026 drama that follows five teenage girls navigating prenatal care, housing instability and fragmented family support. Shot with their signature close‑up tracking, the film renders each emotional moment...
Netflix Launches TikTok‑style Clips Feed Worldwide
TikTok-like feed. It's called Clips -> Netflix rolls out a vertical video feed in its own Clips tab in Australia, Canada, India, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippines, South Africa, the UK, and the US “You’ll see short clips from series, films...
Critic Slams Forced “Devil Wears Prada 2” At AMC 8
Now shoehorning #TheDevilWearsPrada2 at AMC 8 Reax LIVE tonight on #MMT🌕 DISCLOSURE: I am not overly thrilled to see this https://t.co/mwDkzXWcDb
The Scariest Horror Movie of '90s Is Officially Getting Rebooted
Lionsgate confirmed a reboot of the 1999 found‑footage horror classic Blair Witch Project, the decade’s most iconic scare. The original, made on a shoestring budget of roughly $60,000, grossed over $248 million worldwide, spawning sequels that never matched its cultural impact. The studio is...
New Trailer Reveals ‘The Hen’—Chicken’s Wild Escape
Full Official Trailer for 'The Hen' Film - Following a Chicken On the Run https://t.co/cvCAdnQ2OB #Hen #GyörgyPálfi #Greece #TheHen #TIFF #Kota https://t.co/moByiLBDOE
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Face Off in New Trailer
One More Fun UK Trailer for 'Power Ballad' - Paul Rudd vs Nick Jonas https://t.co/MUnQAjMaGS #NickJonas #PaulRudd #PowerBallad #musical #JohnCarney #rockmusical https://t.co/ZlK545tiWh
SAG-AFTRA Launches The “I Am An Actor: A SAG-AFTRA Podcast”
SAG-AFTRA has launched “I Am An Actor,” a weekly podcast that extends its celebrated Actor Awards tradition into the audio space. Hosted by showrunner Jon Brockett and actress Jamie Chung, each 40‑60 minute episode features a single guest who shares their...
Devil Wears Prada 2 Marks 2nd Biggest 2026 Launch
Devil Wears Prada 2 officially opening in 4,150 thtrs across North America this wknd incl PLF scrns. First THU pre-shows have just concluded. 2nd widest launch of 2026 behind only Super Mario's 4,252. https://t.co/0dE42QIytI
Battlefield Film Sparks Five‑studio Bidding War for Michael B. Jordan
Gaming IP battle breaks out in Hollywood - big scoop here from @elmayimbe: ‘Battlefield’ Ignites Bidding War as 5 Studios Fight for Michael B. Jordan Video Game Movie https://t.co/LjQjNJW2Ay
Michael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Nets $97 Million Opening Weekend, Sets New Record
Lionsgate's Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, opened to $97 million worldwide this weekend, eclipsing the previous $60 million record for a musical biopic. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film draws massive audience enthusiasm despite mixed critical reviews, highlighting a growing divide between box‑office...
New Indie Sci‑Fi Trailer Stars Maria Bakalova, David Strathairn
Full Trailer for 'O Horizon' Film with Maria Bakalova & David Strathairn https://t.co/R6sH7tC46t #OHorizon #MariaBakalova #DavidStrathairn #father #indiefilm #AI #scifi https://t.co/9p8BRKA7ZF
Mandalorian's $80M Memorial Day Debut Beats TV Expectations
Mandalorian and Grogu is tracking for an $80M debut over the 4-day Memorial Day weekend. Compared to previous Star Wars movies, that'd be a disaster. For a theatrical movie based on a TV show, that's not bad at all.
Power To The People: John & Yoko Live In NYC – Exuberant 1972 Concert Film Reviewed
The newly released concert film "Power To The People: John & Yoko Live In NYC" captures John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s August 30, 1972 Madison Square Garden benefit shows for the Willowbrook School. The footage, the only full‑length Lennon gig...
Dylan Clark Directs Blair Witch Reboot; Original Stars Return
Scoop via @_RyanGajewski: THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT reimagining finds its director with Dylan Clark (not producer of the Matt Reeves Batman films). And 2 very vocal original stars board as exec producers. https://t.co/57d4zOFiov
Review: Hokum
"Hokum," the latest horror film from director Damian McCarthy, debuted in theaters this weekend, running 105 minutes and starring Adam Scott as the troubled novelist Ohm Bauman. The story follows Bauman’s journey to a remote Irish hotel to scatter his parents’ ashes,...
‘Resident Evil’ Teaser Trailer Reveals Zach Cregger’s Terrifying Reboot
Sony Pictures released a teaser for a new "Resident Evil" film directed by Zach Cregger, known for the horror hit "Barbarian." The reboot follows medical courier Bryan (Austin Abrams) trapped in a collapsing city, turning a routine delivery into a...
‘Power Ballad’ Trailer: Paul Rudd & Nick Jonas Star in John Carney’s Music Drama
Lionsgate UK released a trailer for “Power Ballad,” John Carney’s new music drama starring Paul Rudd as Rick, a washed‑up wedding singer, and Nick Jonas as Danny, a former boy‑band star. The plot follows their uneasy partnership when Danny turns one of...
Netflix's Man on Fire Reboot Shines with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
Netflix Reboots ‘Man on Fire’ With a Thrilling Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Performance: TV Review https://t.co/GTLkglxa80 via @variety
‘Star Wars’ Is Taking over The Royal Albert Hall for a Historic First Next Year
The London Royal Albert Hall will host a historic "Star Wars in Concert" weekend in late April‑early May 2026, featuring live performances of John Williams' scores by the London Symphony Orchestra. All three original trilogy films—*A New Hope*, *The Empire Strikes...
Intense Trailer Reveals ‘Pitfall’s Gruesome Forest Nightmare
Super Intense Trailer for 'Pitfall' Trapped in a Spiked Pit Forest Horror https://t.co/KRmaBlfh7M #horror #Pitfall #RichardHarmon #AlexandraEssoe #RandyCouture #slasher https://t.co/lHD7HNSkEc
A Mighty Adventure (2026) by Toe Yuen Film Review
Toy Yuen returns to the big screen with "A Mighty Adventure," a 77‑minute animated featurette that premiered at the Udine Far East Film Festival. The film fuses computer‑generated insects with live‑action Hong Kong backdrops, creating a seamless hybrid visual style....
The Upcoming Resident Evil Movie Looks Legit Scary in Its First Trailer
The new Resident Evil trailer showcases a serious, horror‑focused reboot that abandons the campy tone of the Paul W.S. Anderson series. Directed by Oscar‑winning filmmaker Zach Cregger, fresh from his acclaimed short *Weapons*, the teaser follows a lone medical courier...
Roku's New Home Screen Boosts Ads and Subscriptions
Roku’s content forward home screen will drive ads and subscriptions $ROKU The LightShed Podcast, Ep. 311. With @BrandoLightShed and @WaltLightShed https://t.co/IzuCFFHsaP
Director Watch Podcast Ep. 152 – ‘Following’ (Christopher Nolan, 1998)
The Director Watch Podcast released episode 152, a deep‑dive into Christopher Nolan’s low‑budget debut *Following* (1998). Co‑hosts Ryan McQuade and Jay Ledbetter dissect the film’s noir roots, weekend‑shoot schedule, and narrative pacing, contrasting it with Nolan’s later blockbuster oeuvre. They note the film’s modest scope...
Upcoming New Zealand Horror Thriller Mother Knows Best Has a Stand-Out Cast
New Zealand’s upcoming horror thriller "Mother Knows Best" has wrapped production and boasts a high‑profile cast led by Frankie Adams, with Keisha Castle‑Hughes and Rhona Mitra supporting. The plot follows a mother who, after a near‑fatal Pacific encounter, confronts an...
7 (Actually Good) Things to Watch on Netflix in May
Netflix’s May slate adds a mix of original drama, comedy and sports documentaries, aiming to capture spring‑time viewers before the summer blockbuster rush. The lineup includes the spy thriller "Legends," the second season of Tina Fey’s dramedy "The Four Seasons," and...
Sofia Coppola Launches $20,000 Short Film Award for Emerging Directors — Exclusive
Sofia Coppola, in partnership with nonprofit Decentralized Pictures, has launched the Sofia Coppola Short Film Award, offering a $20,000 grant to an emerging director. Winners also receive mentorship, marketing assistance, and distribution via the upcoming DCP+ streaming platform. The award is...
J.Lo and Brett Goldstein Tease Cheesy Office Romance
Jennifer Lopez & Brett Goldstein in Cheesy 'Office Romance' Trailer https://t.co/artOK5IdBx #romcom #OfficeRomance #JenniferLopez #BrettGoldstein #Netflix https://t.co/mCyrWtHlwt
ECAM Forum Announces the Selected Projects From the Last Push and Films to Come Sections - Industry / Market -...
The ECAM Forum’s third edition runs June 9‑11 in Madrid, showcasing 15 development‑stage features and ten post‑production titles. A record 204 projects entered the Films to Come track and 86 applied to Last Push, reflecting growing global interest. Selections span Spain, Switzerland,...
Best Friend Forever Selling Two Titles Selected in Cannes - Cannes 2026 – Marché Du Film
Best Friend Forever, the Brussels‑based sales firm, will showcase two world premieres at Cannes 2026. Nepali drama Elephants in the Fog enters the Un Certain Regard competition, while off‑beat French animation Blaise screens in the ACID sidebar. Both titles are part of...