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.
Stories Without Safety Nets
A new wave of indie films is breaking out of festivals and finding theatrical and streaming homes. The post spotlights three 2026 releases—Mile End Kicks, a Montreal music‑scene coming‑of‑age drama; No Other Choice, Park Chan‑wook’s stylized survival tale; and The Chronology of Water, Kristen Stewart’s raw memoir adaptation. All three emphasize personal authorship over formulaic storytelling. Their limited releases signal growing appetite for culturally specific, auteur‑driven cinema.
Michael Could Set A New High Bar For Music Biopics At The Box Office
Director Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming biopic *Michael* is slated for an April 24, 2026 release and is projected to earn $75‑90 million domestically in its opening weekend. Those figures would eclipse the $60 million debut of *Straight Outta Compton* and could challenge the $82 million opening...
3 Best New to Prime Video Movies You Need to Stream This Weekend (April 17–April 19)
Prime Video adds three new movies for the weekend of April 17‑19, covering action, comedy and drama. Edgar Wright’s 2025 remake of The Running Man delivers a satirical, high‑stakes thriller starring Glen Powell. Mark Wahlberg leads Peter Farrelly’s raunchy comedy Balls Up,...
Double Feature of ‘The Crawling Hand’ and ‘The Slime People’ Due on DVD April 21 From VCI and MVD
VCI Entertainment and MVD Entertainment Group are issuing a double‑feature DVD on April 21, 2026 that pairs the 1960s sci‑fi cult classics *The Crawling Hand* and *The Slime People*. Both titles have been meticulously restored in 4K from their original 35 mm negatives,...
Wayans Brothers Tease ‘White Chicks’ Sequel “Can Happen” If ‘Scary Movie 6’ Does Well: “We’re Game”
The Wayans brothers indicated that a sequel to their 2004 hit White Chicks could move forward if the upcoming Scary Movie 6 performs well at the box office. Scary Movie 6 is slated for a June 5 theatrical release and reunites Marlon and Shawn Wayans with Anna...
A Path to Profitability in an Industry Built on Fear?
The No Film School podcast featured Kino co‑founders Brit MacRae and Daril Fannin discussing how insecure screeners, fragmented feedback, and fear‑driven distribution hinder independent film profitability. They explained Kino’s shift from an interactive streaming concept to a B2B platform that...
Hollywood Fears Retaliation After Anti‑Paramount Letter
"The worry is that this letter, and people who signed it, end up becoming Larry Ellison’s blacklist." Brian Lowry's latest column for @get_status is about Hollywood's growing concerns with Paramount WBD deal—and how major figures are speaking out, even though they...
Sandra Bullock Wants You to Make AI Your "Friend"
Sandra Bullock told industry insiders at CinemaCon and the CNBC Changemakers Summit that Hollywood should stop fearing AI and start treating it as a creative ally. Confronted with fan‑made AI trailers for "Practical Magic 2," she joked about her digital...
Disney’s New Imax Competitor Has 1 Major Issue
Disney unveiled "Infinity Vision" at CinemaCon 2026, a new certification for Premium Large Format (PLF) theaters promising larger screens, sharper picture and premium sound. The badge is intended to help audiences locate the most immersive venues for upcoming blockbusters like...
India-Based Digikore Studios Releases ‘Kingdom Games’ Trailer
India‑based Digikore Studios unveiled the trailer for its 90‑minute 4K animated feature *Kingdom Games*, slated for worldwide theatrical release on July 24. The studio employed an AI‑assisted pipeline that touched every production stage, compressing tasks that once took weeks into hours...
Consumers Put A WBD-Paramount Merger On Probation
Warner Bros. Discovery’s pending acquisition of Paramount is set for a shareholder vote on April 23, 2026, marking the most critical stage of a deal that would consolidate film, TV, streaming and news assets. Forrester’s March 2026 Consumer Pulse Survey of 540 U.S....
Ben Wheatley's Neo-Western “Normal” Disappoints Expectations
Ben Wheatley’s chilly, FARGO-esque neo-western NORMAL is surprisingly underwhelming. I expected far better results from a small town shoot-em-up by Bob Odenkirk and Derek Kolstad. My review: https://freshfiction.tv/normal-review-ben-wheatleys-chilly-neo-western-severely-underwhelms/
David Harbour Cast as Trautman in New Rambo Origin
Excl: David Harbour joins Noah Centineo in Rambo origin story JOHN RAMBO. He will play Major Trautman, originally played by Richard Crenna in the 1980s movies. https://t.co/ZxRl8yrzAZ
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Erupcja” Stars Jeremy O. Harris, Lena Góra, And Director Pete Ohs
Erupcja, a 2025 drama directed by Pete Ohs, debuted in the Centerpiece section of the Toronto International Film Festival and later screened at Film at Lincoln Center’s New Directors program. The film stars pop star Charli XCX, Polish actress Lena...
David Harbour Teams with John Rambo; Powell Scores Min
...scoops via @HeatVisionBlog newsletter: David Harbour joins JOHN RAMBO...John Powell composing the score for MINIONS & MONSTERS. Plus: inside a comic art crime & a record comic art auction. And the Overlook horror fest. https://t.co/8RRRn0ry1O
Hollywood Rebounds: Massive Movie Production After Pandemic Slump
I’ve got good news for you guys: Hollywood is making a lot of movies. The pivot is remarkable. It has been at least six years, since the advent of COVID, that declining attendance, a flood of investment in streaming, the erasure...
The Biggest News From CinemaCon 2026
CinemaCon 2026 spotlighted Paramount’s Top Gun 3 development, confirming Tom Cruise’s return alongside producer Jerry Bruckheimer, while Disney unveiled the original animated film Hexed and its voice‑cast. The event also introduced a Snoop Dogg biopic starring Jonathan Daviss, slated to begin filming next summer. These announcements...
Project Hail Mary Streaming Plans Delayed as IMAX Return Extends Theatrical Run
Amazon MGM announced that the Ryan Gosling‑led sci‑fi film *Project Hail Mary* will stay in theaters longer, adding a limited one‑week IMAX engagement starting this weekend. The studio confirmed the movie will not move to streaming soon, pushing back its...
New Trailer Reveals Un‑Romantic Comedy Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day
Un-Romantic Comedy Movie 'Virginia Woolf's Night & Day' Full Trailer https://t.co/HJZxHXKcQW #NightAndDay #VirginiaWoolf #HaleyBennett #JackWhitehall https://t.co/dhcrM6PmyA
Project Hail Mary Won't Be Streaming At Home Anytime Soon (And The Reason Is Solid)
Amazon MGM Studios announced at CinemaCon that the theatrical window for Ryan Gosling’s sci‑fi hit "Project Hail Mary" will be extended, delaying its debut on Prime Video. The film, directed by Phil Lord and Chris Miller, has already earned $518 million...
Will Marielle Heller’s FernGully Be the First Good Live-Action Adaptation?
Amazon MGM Studios announced a live‑action adaptation of the 1992 animated classic FernGully, with acclaimed director Marielle Heller attached to helm the project. Heller, known for Nightbitch and the Mister Rogers biopic A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, brings a...
Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Is Best Enjoyed Knowing This Beforehand
Lee Cronin’s The Mummy hits U.S. theaters this weekend as a straight‑up horror entry from Warner Bros. and Blumhouse. The film stars Jack Reynor and Laia Costa and follows a family’s nightmare after their missing daughter returns from the desert....
How to Stream ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ World Premiere Red Carpet Online
The sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada" will debut at a star‑studded red carpet in New York on April 20, with a live broadcast on Disney+ and Hulu. Both platforms are offering free‑trial periods—Hulu + Live TV provides a three‑day trial, while the...
Jason Statham Returns in Action‑Packed ‘The Beekeeper 2’ Trailer Debut at CinemaCon
Jason Statham’s sequel ‘The Beekeeper 2’ premiered a high‑octane trailer at CinemaCon, revealing expanded action, a new director and fresh cast members. The footage builds on the original’s $162 million box‑office success and hints at a global conspiracy that could redefine...
The Stars and the Moon Are Holes in the Sky (2025) by Haruhiko Arai Film Review
Haruhiko Arai’s latest film, “The Stars and the Moon Are Holes in the Sky,” opened internationally at the Hong Kong International Film Festival after its December 2025 Japanese release. The 122‑minute black‑and‑white drama channels the Japanese New Wave of the...
Jeremy O. Harris on Juggling Theater, ‘Erupcja,’ and Why He Became a Producer
Tony‑nominated playwright Jeremy O. Harris, famed for Broadway’s “Slave Play” and the screenplay of “Zola,” co‑wrote and appears in the indie drama “Erupcja,” which debuted at MoMA and the New Directors/New Films festival. He serves as the inaugural creative director...
A Chat With L.A.’s New Film Czar on ‘Baywatch’ — and How the City Is Trying to Cut Red Tape
Los Angeles has installed a new film liaison, Steve Kang, to streamline permitting and reduce bureaucratic friction for productions. Kang’s authority, granted by Mayor Karen Bass, enabled rapid approvals for the Baywatch reboot, including a 20% discount on a city...
The Live Nation Verdict Won’t Fix Tickets. It Should Rattle Hollywood
A federal jury ruled that Live Nation functioned as a monopoly in the concert and ticketing markets, marking a rare antitrust victory for state regulators. While the decision could force a Ticketmaster spin‑off, the core drivers of high prices—limited supply...
Classic Sylvester Stallone Movie Returns to Theaters in 4K With an Exciting Bonus
The iconic 1976 sports drama *Rocky* is returning to cinemas in a newly remastered 4K version to celebrate its 50th anniversary, with limited screenings from November 7‑11. The event, organized by Amazon MGM Studios, Park Circus, and Fathom Entertainment, will also...
Matt Smith Confirmed for New Mystery Thriller with an Ending 'You Won't See Coming'
Matt Smith has been confirmed to star alongside Imogen Poots in the upcoming mystery‑thriller *The Salamander Lives Twice*. The plot follows a debonair amnesiac who washes ashore on a remote island clutching a locked briefcase and a Rolex, meeting a...
Alberto Vázquez’s ‘Decorado’ Scoops Top Feature Prize at 9th Quirino Awards; Colombia, Portugal Share Major Wins
Alberto Vázquez’s animated feature “Decorado” won Best Feature Film at the 9th Ibero‑American Animation Quirino Awards in Tenerife, adding to his previous Quirino wins. The co‑production between Spain and Portugal also secured an animated‑feature Goya earlier this year. Spain led...
Lord of the Rings: Popular Horror Director Would ‘Drop Everything’ to Direct New Movie
Lee Cronin, the director behind Evil Dead Rise and the upcoming 2026 remake of The Mummy, said he would "drop everything" to helm a new Lord of the Rings project. He also voiced a desire to take on the Nightmare...
FernGully Returning as Live-Action Movie, Years After Those Avatar Jokes
Amazon MGM announced a live‑action adaptation of the 1992 animated classic FernGully, with indie filmmaker Marielle Heller writing and directing. The studio deliberately sidesteps the term “remake,” positioning the project as a tribute that will extend the film’s environmental themes...
CinemaCon Confidential: The Good, The Bad & The Buttons
The author reflects on CinemaCon 2026, marking his tenth consecutive visit to the Las Vegas trade show. He describes the event as a "Truman Show" where journalists, exhibitors and executives recycle the same conversations year after year. A minor controversy dubbed...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “The Christophers” Stars Ian McKellen & Michaela Coel
The Christophers, a 2025 black‑comedy directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Ed Solomon, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival to strong critical acclaim, especially for its screenplay and the performances of Sir Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel. The film, now...
Tyga Expands Into Film With Lead Role in Coming-of-Age Musical Drama
Rapper Tyga is starring, producing, and co‑writing the upcoming musical drama "Baby, You’re a Star", set in 1989. The film marks his first major feature‑length acting role and expands his brand beyond music into long‑form storytelling. Production is underway with...
Marielle Heller to Direct FernGully Live‑Action for Amazon MGM
#FernGully raised me! ‘FernGully’ Live-Action Movie Directed by Marielle Heller in the Works at Amazon MGM https://t.co/hWy0Kq6zX9 via @variety
Exclusive Horror-on-Sea Take Over Day Interview with ‘Dreamland Awaits’ Writer-Director Demeter Lóránt
Writer‑director Demeter Lóránt discusses his atmospheric horror film *Dreamland Awaits*, which will debut at the Southend Film Festival’s Horror‑On‑Sea Take Over Day on June 6. The low‑budget, three‑person production leans on an 80s aesthetic, practical effects, and a bold red‑blue‑yellow colour...
GKIDS and Fathom Announce 2026 Studio Ghibli Fest Slate
GKIDS and Fathom Entertainment have announced the 2026 Studio Ghibli Fest, a seven‑film theatrical run beginning June 13. The slate features milestone screenings such as the 20th anniversary of *Tales from Earthsea*, the 35th anniversary of *Only Yesterday*, the 40th...
David Leitch Reveals Details on ‘Jason Statham Stole My Bike’
‘Jason Statham Stole My Bike’ Is Exactly as Wild as It Sounds [Exclusive] Spoke to director David Leitch yesterday and got his first quotes on the project. He revealed where and when they film, the rating, and more. https://t.co/2CwlkPoVD4
‘The Mummy’ Continues Warner Bros.’ Streaming Strategy After Theatrical Debut
Lee Cronin’s horror re‑imagining *The Mummy* opened nationwide on April 16, 2026 under Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema. The studio plans a premium video‑on‑demand (PVOD) release between May 19 and June 2, followed by an HBO Max SVOD debut on either July 3...
Noah Centineo Secures Rambo Prequel Role Through Deception
Noah Centineo "Lied, Cheated, and Stole" His Way Into the New Rambo Prequel Movie [Exclusive] Spoke to Noah at CinemaCon yesterday. https://t.co/cfIA8IyfqX
‘Mad Bills to Pay’ Director Joel Alfonso Vargas Knows He’s Living an Indie Film ‘Cinderella Story’
Joel Alfonso Vargas’s debut feature Mad Bills to Pay debuted at Sundance 2025 to rave reviews and has since screened at Berlin and New Directors/New Films before a limited theatrical rollout by Oscilloscope Laboratories. The Bronx‑born writer‑director used a semi‑improvised, one‑setup shooting style to capture...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Mile End Kicks” Filmmaker Chandler Levack
Mile End Kicks, a 2025 Canadian romantic comedy written and directed by Chandler Levack, follows aspiring author Grace Pine (Barbie Ferreira) as she moves to Montreal, swaps a book project on Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill for a love triangle with members of...
Feige Calls Secret Wars Marvel's Most Ambitious Project Yet
“I will say that Secret Wars is as ambitious a project as we have ever embarked on.” Kevin Feige on the differences between Avengers Doomsday and Secret Wars vs Infinity War and Endgame - via @Fandango https://t.co/uYs1n8MKjz
Don't Miss the First Trailer for Jacob Elordi's "Riveting" Sci-Fi Thriller
Ridley Scott’s new sci‑fi thriller “The Dog Stars,” starring Jacob Elordi and Josh Brolin, unveiled its first trailer at CinemaCon. Based on Peter Heller’s 2012 novel, the film follows pilot Hig as he navigates a post‑pandemic wasteland in search of hope and...
A Centuries-Old Barn in Germany Provided the Eerie Backdrop of ‘Mother Mary’, A24’s New Psychodrama Starring Anne Hathaway
A24’s psychodrama *Mother Mary*, starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel, uses a centuries‑old barn at Germany’s Burg Adendorf as a central visual anchor. Production designer Francesca Di Motolla transformed the 14‑meter‑high space into a moody atelier, covering walls with canvas and adding...
Disney Just Laid Off the Team Responsible for Giving the MCU Its Shared Visual Identity
Disney announced a company‑wide reduction of roughly 1,000 jobs, with Marvel Studios taking a heavy hit. The visual development department that defined the MCU’s shared aesthetic was almost entirely eliminated. The team, assembled by Kevin Feige, crafted early character designs,...
Street Fighter Movie Trailer Features Unreleased 2Pac Song That's Fitting for Multiple Reasons
The Street Fighter movie unveiled its first full trailer, featuring an unreleased Tupac Shakur track titled “Ambitionz az a Fighta.” The song was originally recorded for Mike Tyson’s 1995 comeback fight and never officially released. The trailer also highlights the...
Surf Videographer Peter King Drops New Pipeline Doc
Veteran surf videographer Peter King has released *Pipeline: A Peter King Film*, a documentary shot throughout the 2024‑25 North Shore winter season. The film features a star‑studded lineup including Kelly Slater, John John Florence and rising local talent, while also...