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‘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.
Neon Bows Horror Movie ‘Alpha’ on Digital Retail Platforms, on Disc June 23
Neon Bows began offering the indie horror film Alpha for rental and purchase on digital platforms on April 14, 2026. The movie will arrive on Blu‑ray on June 23, distributed by Alliance Home Entertainment, and will feature an interview with director Julia Ducournau. Alpha follows a 13‑year‑old girl whose mother fears a marble‑turning blood disease after a tattoo infection. The film, starring Tahar Rahim and Golshifteh Farahani, premiered at Cannes 2025, was Palme d’Or‑nominated, and earned roughly $1 million worldwide.
Osgood Perkins Moves to Paramount with New ‘Longlegs’ Movie Starring Nicolas Cage
Indie horror auteur Osgood Perkins is leaving Neon for a new multi‑picture deal with Paramount, beginning with a follow‑up to his breakout film Longlegs starring Nicolas Cage. Cage will reprise his role as the titular killer and join Perkins as a...
Which Emily Henry Books Are Becoming Movies? ‘Happy Place,’ ‘Book Lovers,’ Among Others
Romance novelist Emily Henry has seen five of her recent books transformed into Netflix film projects, with releases slated through 2026. The first adaptation, "People We Meet on Vacation," debuted on Netflix on Jan. 9, 2026, directed by Brett Haley and...
The ‘Ben Solo’ Debacle Forced Steven Soderbergh Into a Pre-‘Sex, Lies, and Videotape’ Mindset
Steven Soderbergh was set to direct the Star Wars spin‑off *The Hunt for Ben Solo* when Disney unexpectedly shelved the Lucasfilm‑approved script, leaving him without a major project. Rather than wait, he turned the idle period into a writing sprint, completing...
Reimagining Post: AI-Powered Rough Cuts Editing Overnight
Eddie AI unveiled version 3 on April 14, 2026, introducing the Night Shift workflow that automatically logs, syncs, and assembles a rough cut while footage renders overnight. The AI assistant organizes interviews, B‑roll, and multicam sequences, then exports a ready‑to‑edit project for Adobe...
Netflix: Sony Pictures’ Actioner ‘Thrash’ Tops Weekly Streaming Through April 12
Netflix’s latest Sony Pictures original, the disaster‑action film Thrash, topped the weekly streaming chart through April 12 with 37.7 million views, outpacing the next three #1 titles by roughly 60 percent. The Adam McKay‑produced movie led both the overall and English‑language movie rankings, while the...
The Spielberg Steelbook Spotlight Collection Is a Movie Fan’s Must-Have
Steven Spielberg’s eight iconic films—*Jaws*, *Close Encounters*, *Raiders*, *E.T.*, *Jurassic Park*, *Schindler’s List*, *Saving Private Ryan* and *War of the Worlds*—are being issued in a 4K Ultra HD Steelbook Spotlight Collection. The set bundles the remastered movies with more than 25 hours of behind‑the‑scenes...
Theater Chief Blasts Paramount-WBD Merger, Calls for Longer Windows
Michael O’Leary, chief of Cinema United, used his CinemaCon address to slam the proposed Paramount‑Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, warning that further consolidation would concentrate power and hurt exhibitors and consumers. He highlighted that the average theatrical window for...
Paramount Pictures Acquires Rights To New ‘Longlegs’ Feature With Nicholas Cage Returning To Star
Paramount Pictures has acquired the rights to a new feature set in the Longlegs universe, with Oscar‑nominee Nicholas Cage returning as star and producer. Writer‑director Osgood Perkins will again helm the sequel, also serving as writer and producer. The original Longlegs, released...
Doc Talk Podcast: This Is Not A Fiction Festival’s Cindy Flores On Programming Documentaries And Mockumentaries
The American Cinematheque’s This Is Not a Fiction festival launches in Los Angeles from April 16‑24, marking its third edition. The program blends high‑profile documentary retrospectives—including Barbara Kopple’s 50th‑anniversary screening of Harlan County, USA, and a Gianfranco Rosi career showcase—with a robust slate...
First Look at Barry Keoghan in "Long-Awaited" New Drama as It Gets Exciting Update
Barry Keoghan makes his first public appearance in the highly anticipated drama "Butterfly Jam," directed by award‑winning Russian filmmaker Kantemir Balagov. The film will premiere in the Directors’ Fortnight section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on May 13, joining a cast that includes...
Everything We Know About The Film Adaptation Of Emily Henry’s ‘Beach Read’ So Far
Emily Henry’s bestselling romance novel "Beach Read" is moving to the big screen under 20th Century Studios. Writer‑director Yulin Kuang has secured Phoebe Dynevor as January Andrews and Patrick Schwarzenegger as Augustus "Gus" Everett, completing the lead cast. Production is...
32 Years Ago Today: Turner Classic Movies Channel First Launched
On April 14, 1994, Turner Classic Movies (TCM) debuted, broadcasting *Gone with the Wind* to roughly one million cable subscribers. The launch was timed to the centennial of New York’s first public movie showing in 1894, underscoring Ted Turner’s intent...
Netflix’s ‘Thrash’ Tops Charts, Beats Dwayne Johnson’s ‘Jumanji’
Netflix’s low‑budget shark thriller Thrash claimed the No. 1 spot on the U.S. Top 10 list on April 13, 2026, pushing Dwayne Johnson’s blockbuster Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle to second place. The shift underscores Netflix’s ability to drive viewership even when critical reception is weak,...
Mudborn (2025) by Shieh Meng Ju Film Review
Taiwanese horror film Mudborn, adapted from a local nursery rhyme, has become the island’s highest‑grossing supernatural horror title. Director Hsieh, an award‑winning editor known for The Tag‑Along series, makes his directorial debut, weaving VR gaming, Taoist rituals and a cursed...
Sony Teams with YouTube Star JackSepticEye on R‑Rated Bloodborne Animated Film
Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group president Sanford Panitch announced at CinemaCon that the cult PlayStation title Bloodborne will be adapted into an R‑rated animated feature co‑produced by YouTube sensation JackSepticEye. The deal pairs Sony’s game‑to‑film push with a creator‑economy...
Paranormal Activity 8 Director Says His Reboot Is Bringing 'Big Reveals'
Ian Tuason, a former VR‑horror creator who broke out with the A24 film Undertone, has been tapped to direct the next installment of the Paranormal Activity franchise, currently titled Paranormal Activity 8. He has been granted full creative control by producers...
Tax Incentive Showdown: Where the Money Is State-by-State
The Ankler maps the evolving U.S. film‑and‑TV tax‑incentive landscape, highlighting a fierce state‑by‑state bidding war for productions. California doubled its annual incentive budget to $750 million, yet producers still complain about narrow application windows and the exclusion of above‑the‑line talent. Meanwhile,...
Superman 2 Reportedly Adding a Complicated Secondary Antagonist
James Gunn’s upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow, has officially confirmed the casting of Adria Arjona as the alien anti‑heroine Maxima. The announcement follows earlier rumors and a brief denial from Gunn, but Variety and Deadline now report the decision is...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Blue Heron” Filmmaker Sophy Romvari
Sophy Romvari’s directorial debut, the drama “Blue Heron,” premiered at the 78th Locarno Film Festival and earned universal acclaim. The semi‑autobiographical story follows a Hungarian immigrant family on Vancouver Island in the late 1990s, focusing on the challenges faced by...
Noah Hawley to Remake Argentinian Horror Terrified
Noah Hawley, the Emmy‑winning creator of Fargo and Legion, will direct and produce a Hollywood remake of the Argentine horror film Terrified, taking over from Guillermo del Toro. The original 2017 movie, directed by Demián Rugna, earned an 83 % Rotten Tomatoes...
Hollywood Heavyweights Oppose Paramount Deal
More than 2,000 Hollywood creators signed an open letter opposing Paramount Skydance’s planned takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, warning that the merger would shrink opportunities, cut jobs, raise costs and limit audience choice. Showrunner Damon Lindelof explained a chilling effect on talent...
Brian Cox's "Bland" Drama Debuts with Rare 0% Rating on Rotten Tomatoes
British comedy‑drama "Glenrothan," starring Brian Cox and Alan Cumming, opened to a rare 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes ahead of its Friday, April 17 theatrical debut. The film follows Cox’s character, a Highland distillery caretaker, whose estranged brother returns after four decades. Critics from...
Joel Silver's Final Deal? AI Projects Revive Veteran Producers
My latest: One-time mega-producer Joel Silver was close a deal at Sony but then… I ponder whether he’s played his last card. And what is it with these recidivists coming back? Ryan Kavanaugh has a largely AI project starring Casey...
Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) Announces 2027 Dates
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival announced that its 42nd edition will run from February 3‑13, 2027, cementing its place on the awards‑season circuit. The 2026 event drew more than 80,000 attendees, showcased over 200 films from 50 countries, and featured 17...
Cinema United Chief: Meeting with Ted Sarandos Was ‘Constructive,’ but Don’t Expect Netflix in Theaters Just Yet
Cinema United President Michael O’Leary confirmed a constructive meeting with Netflix co‑CEO Ted Sarandos at CinemaCon, but emphasized no immediate plans for Netflix to present on a CinemaCon stage. The dialogue explored potential collaboration models, yet both sides admit they...
CinemaUnited CEO Vows to Block WB‑Paramount Merger
If the #GameOfThrones saying “never attack a guest under your roof” was a real world thing, #CinemaCon 2026 would be our #RedWedding. Even though WB tonight & Paramount on THU are set for panels at the exhibition convention, its organiser, ...
Essential Read for Fincher, Zodiac, and Bong Fans
If you are a fan of David Fincher, Zodiac, or Bong Joon Ho this is a must read https://t.co/GCXqEwimgs
The Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery Merger: An Antitrust Case for Rejection
Paramount Global agreed to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in a deal valued at roughly $111 billion, consolidating two of the six remaining major Hollywood studios into a single entity. The merger is under antitrust review by the DOJ, state attorneys general,...
Activist or Journalist? Buttons Spark Merger Debate at Cinemacon
Activist or journalist? That in a nutshell is the question raised by @richardrushfield's bringing a bag of "Block the merger" buttons for others to hand out at the entertainment industry massive gathering of exhibitors #Cinemacon. Rushfield is a vocal advocate...
Cage and Perkins Launch New LONGLEGS Film at Paramount
Horror Shocker: Get ready for a LONGLEGS Cinematic Universe...Osgood Perkins reteams with Nicolas Cage for a new LONGLEGS movie...this time for Paramount https://t.co/eFANlKmJ80
Juan Devis Named President of Film Independent
Film Independent announced Juan Devis as its permanent president, effective April 20, 2026, succeeding interim leader Brenda Robinson. Devis arrives from a public‑media and indie‑studio background, having overseen PBS SoCal and founded Ninety‑Three Media. He will steer the nonprofit through a transitional...
AI Cuts Costs in Bollywood, Undermining Actor Unions
The Writers Guild just folded on AI for health and pension funding. SAG is next with a proposed “Tilly Tax” on AI actors. But Bollywood shows the real AI savings are dubbing, recuts and catalogue revival—none of which need actors. https://t.co/nP80lTN6gL
New Trailer Reveals Disney World’s Hidden Antics
Doc About Walt Disney World Antics - 'Stolen Kingdom' Official Trailer https://t.co/T8TxWATIe4 #docs #StolenKingdom #WaltDisneyWorld #Buzzy https://t.co/IsKijcdYzd
Amazon Brings Back 3 for $33 Sale on 4K Ultra HD Movies
Amazon is running a limited‑time 3‑for‑$33 sale on over 100 4K Ultra HD movies, ending on Monday, April 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The lineup mixes recent Oscar winners like Weapons and Hamnet with classics such as Blade Runner, Jurassic Park, and the...
Director Reveals How Exit 8’s Epic Shot Was Captured
Exit 8 has one big, impressive moment, and director Genki Kawamura has explained how he managed to film it. https://t.co/fIWwP26Ty7
Netflix’s “Lord of the Flies” Lands 12 Emmy Slots
Netflix’s ‘Lord of the Flies’ Enters 12 Emmy Categories, Positioning Young Cast for Potential Nominations (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/VRgohMt9zw via @variety
Why Theater Owners Are Balking at Hollywood's Latest Mega Deal
At CinemaCon, Cinema United announced it will actively oppose the proposed Paramount‑Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger, warning that the consolidation could harm exhibitors and consumers. The combined entity would inherit roughly $79 billion in debt and pledge to produce 30...
Patrick Schwarzenegger Cast as Gus Everett in Beach Read Adaptation
EXCLU: 20th Century’s adaptation of Emily Henry’s BEACH READ has found its Gus Everett with Patrick Schwarzenegger landing the highly sought after role https://t.co/l386QfOugB
Can ‘Michael’ Help Restore Jackson’s Image? His Estate Is Banking on It.
The Jackson estate is co‑producing the upcoming biopic "Michael," aiming to reshape the late pop star's public image while capitalizing on his catalog. Screenwriter John Logan and the estate have crafted a narrative that blends hit songs with a redemption...
Journalist Rushfield Explains “Block the Merger” Controversy
…by carrying a bag of “block the merger” buttons. It appears other journalists dropped a dime on @richardrushfield and it’s a whole mess. I found Richard in the hallway at CinemaCon and he explained his side…. By me and @CorbinBolies
Why SAG's 'Tilly Tax' Falls Short of Bollywood's AI Future
The Writers Guild of America clinched a four‑year contract that adds $321 million to health and pension funds but stops short of securing compensation for the use of writers’ work in AI training. Studios must only notify the WGA if they...
After the Fire by Paul Risker
American director Max Walker‑Silverman’s second feature, Rebuilding, follows Dusty, a Colorado rancher displaced by a devastating wildfire, as he adjusts to life in a government‑run campsite and mends ties with his daughter and ex‑wife. In an Eye For Film interview, Silverman explains...
Maya Erskine to Direct Teen Comedy for A24
EXCLU: MR & MRS SMITH star Maya Erskine is looking to make her move behind the camera as she is set to direct an untitled teen Comedy at A24 with Emma Stone producing https://t.co/ZlgXBWINLu
Sony Releases New ‘Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ Images
Sony Pictures Animation unveiled new images for the third installment of its Spider‑Man: Into the Spider‑Verse franchise, titled Spider‑Man: Beyond the Spider‑Verse, set for a June 18 2027 theatrical release. The series, which began with the Oscar‑winning 2018 film and continued with...
Taylor Sheridan Has a New Film in the Works - Here's What We Know
Acclaimed screenwriter Taylor Sheridan is branching into documentary filmmaking with a 4D immersive film about the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. The project, still untitled, will be shown exclusively at the Alamo Visitor Center and Museum in San Antonio, Texas....
Taylor Sheridan Has a New Film in the Works - Here's What We Know
Acclaimed writer‑director Taylor Sheridan is developing a 4D documentary on the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, which will premiere exclusively at the Alamo Visitor Center in San Antonio. The untitled film will chronicle the historic siege and its role in...
Na Hong‑Jin Returns After Ten Years with “HOPE” Teaser
They just showed a teaser of Na Hong-Jin’s HOPE at CinemaCon. It’s his first film in a decade. This is the stuff.
Caitlin Duffy Confronts Demon in ‘My Best Friend’s Dead’ Trailer
Caitlin Duffy Faces Her Demon in 'My Best Friend's Dead' Horror Trailer https://t.co/hDva8rOSTl #MyBestFriendsDeadMovie #horror #demon #CaitlinDuffy #AnnaShields https://t.co/Vik3I4kTza
Caitlin Duffy Faces a Demon in 'My Best Friend's Dead' Horror Trailer
Lionsgate has dropped the official trailer for the indie horror My Best Friend’s Dead, starring Caitlin Duffy, Anna Shields, Grant Schumacher and Catharine Daddario. The low‑budget film, directed by genre veteran Bruce Wemple, will bypass theaters and debut direct‑to‑VOD on May 26, 2026. The...