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.
Here’s When ‘You Me & Tuscany’ Will Likely Come To Streaming
You, Me & Tuscany, starring Halle Bailey and Regé‑Jean Page, opened in U.S. theaters on April 10, 2026. Universal Pictures will release the film on premium video‑on‑demand (PVOD) on May 12, 2026, after extending its theatrical‑to‑PVOD window to five weekends for 2026. The movie is slated for Peacock’s subscription‑video‑on‑demand (SVOD) library around August 7, 2026, following the studio’s typical four‑month SVOD lag. The rollout reflects Universal’s new staggered‑release strategy across digital platforms.
Studios Finally Admit Theatrical Windows Still Matter
As finally after 6 years Post-Covid even studios started to realise that theatrical windows DO MATTER, exhibitors union #CinemaUnited (formerly known as #NATO)’s CEO #MichaelOLeary went harder than ever in his “State of the Union” speech at #CinemaCon 2026, citing...
How Do You Make a Medieval Film on a Shoestring Budget?
Brooklyn filmmaker Caroline Golum financed her second feature, “Revelations of Divine Love,” about 14th‑century mystic Julian of Norwich, using a Kickstarter campaign and her own credit card. Operating on a shoestring budget—under $100,000—she shot the period drama in Queens, repurposing...
SXSW Film Festival: THE SNAKE Is a Comedy That Manufactures Its Jokes
The Snake, a chaotic indie comedy starring Susan Kent as Jamie, debuted at SXSW 2026. Director Jenna MacMillan employs a stream‑of‑consciousness style that feels deliberately erratic, with rapid scene changes and hammy performances. While the film’s low‑budget visuals and 90s‑style jokes...
The Social Network Sequel Sounds Totally Insane—And Incredible
Aaron Sorkin’s long‑awaited sequel, *The Social Reckoning*, debuted at CinemaCon and is slated for an October 9 theatrical release. Jeremy Strong replaces Jesse Eisenberg as an older Mark Zuckerberg, while Frances Haugen and reporter Jeff Horwitz are introduced as key figures. The...
‘Common Side Effects’ S2, ‘Baahubali,’ ‘Ogresse,’ And ‘The Wolf’ Headline Annecy’s 2026 Work In Progress Lineup
Annecy’s 2026 Work‑in‑Progress lineup showcases a blend of international indies, high‑budget studio projects, and acclaimed TV continuations. Highlights include India’s ambitious CG epic *Baahubali: The Eternal War*, the feminist musical *Ogresse*, and the dark revenge drama *The Wolf*. The TV...
Chris Hemsworth Shares First Look at 'Boundary-Pushing' Crime Thriller as Filming Begins
Chris Hemsworth has unveiled first‑look images from the new crime thriller *Kockroach*, which began filming in Australia. The film, directed by Matt Ross and based on William Lashner’s novel, stars Hemsworth opposite Taron Egerton and Zazie Beetz after Oscar Isaac and Channing Tatum exited due to...
Sydney Sweeney's 'The Housemaid' Sets Streaming Record on STARZ After Box‑Office Hit
Sydney Sweeney’s thriller *The Housemaid* debuted on STARZ on April 1 and became the network’s best‑performing Pay 1 film in just two weeks, following a strong theatrical run. The record‑breaking streaming performance underscores the growing power of female‑led thrillers and the convergence...
Bloodborne Video Game Film Adaptation Announced with YouTuber Jacksepticeye
Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions announced an animated film adaptation of the 2015 action‑RPG Bloodborne, with YouTube star Jacksepticeye co‑producing. The project was unveiled at CinemaCon 2026, though plot details and a release window remain undisclosed. Bloodborne, a critically acclaimed...
New Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse Images Are Sweet But Foreboding
Sony unveiled the first images of *Spider‑Man: Beyond the Spider‑Verse* at CinemaCon, offering a glimpse of Miles Morales confronting 2099’s Miguel O’Hara and sharing a tender golden‑hour moment with his father Jeff. The visuals juxtapose warmth with foreboding, hinting that...
The Best Movies to Buy or Stream This Week: Christy, Gilda, Trouble in Paradise, and More
The weekly column spotlights the most compelling titles to buy or stream, ranging from classic 4K restorations to fresh originals on major platforms. It highlights Criterion’s 4K upgrade of Ernst Lubitsch’s *Trouble in Paradise* and the noir classic *Gilda*, while...
First Trailer for Meet the Parents Sequel with Ariana Grande Is Being Released Tomorrow
Paramount is reviving the Meet the Parents franchise with *Focker‑in‑Law*, slated for a November 25 theatrical debut, 16 years after the last installment. Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro return as Greg Focker and Jack Byrnes, while pop star Ariana Grande joins as...
Questlove’s “Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That’s The Weight Of The World)” Will Open The 2026 Tribeca...
The Tribeca Film Festival announced that HBO’s new documentary “Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That’s the Weight of the World)” directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson will serve as the Opening Night film for its 25th anniversary in...
Conscientious Protectors: A Story of Rebellion Against Extinction
Leap Productions and Extinction Rebellion are premiering *Conscientious Protectors*, a feature documentary by award‑winning director Leigh Bloomfield, on YouTube around April 15, marking the seventh anniversary of the movement’s 2019 London shutdown. The film traces Extinction Rebellion’s origins in late 2018...
58th Directors’ Fortnight Lineup of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival
The Cannes Film Festival’s Directors’ Fortnight has unveiled its 58th edition, featuring 19 feature films and nine shorts from 19 countries across five continents. The slate blends six debut features with five documentaries and five animated titles, spotlighting both established...
Blink49 Studios Pushes Into Microdramas (Exclusive)
Blink49 Studios announced the appointment of Tieren Hawkins as vice‑president of vertical content to spearhead a new microdrama division. Hawkins, who produced hits such as Forbidden Bonds that amassed over 150 million views on platforms like ReelShort, will lead the creation...
Why Spider-Man Is Fighting Ninjas in Brand New Day
Sony unveiled the first look at Spider‑Man: Brand New Day at CinemaCon 2026, revealing a poster that pairs Peter Parker’s classic suit with a swarm of Hand ninjas. The Hand, a Marvel death‑cult previously seen in Daredevil and Wolverine, appear...
Tom Holland Praised for 'Best-Ever Performance' In Spider-Man 4 as New Footage Debuts
Sony unveiled fresh footage of Spider‑Man: Brand New Day at CinemaCon, showcasing Tom Holland’s “finest” performance via a hologram appearance. The clip reveals a memory‑wiped Peter Parker navigating a reunion with MJ and Ned, who no longer recognize him after...
Bloodborne Is Going to Become a Very Bloody Animated Film
Sony Pictures announced an R‑rated animated film adaptation of the cult classic game *Bloodborne*. The movie will be produced by PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and popular YouTuber Jacksepticeye, who commands a 48‑million‑fan following. Sony promises the film will retain the...
6 Key Takeaways From the 2026 Cannes Film Festival Official Selection
The 79th Cannes Film Festival has released its official selection, revealing a pronounced shift in the global film landscape. Spanish cinema dominates the competition with twelve of the twenty slots, while Hollywood’s presence shrinks to just two entries, marking a...
CinemaNext Sells US Operations, Pivots Focus Back to European Market
CinemaNext has completed the sale of its U.S. arm, formerly Sonic Equipment Company, and its manufacturing subsidiary Kneisley Manufacturing to Strong Technical Services. The transaction ends CinemaNext's five‑year foray into the American cinema‑technology market. Proceeds and strategic refocusing will allow...
From 'Les Légendaires' To 'Lucy Lost': Are Adaptations the New Engine of French Animation?
French animation studios are increasingly turning to adaptations of comics, novels, and video games to secure financing and global distribution. Flagship projects such as the TV series "Les Légendaires" and the upcoming film "Lucy Lost" illustrate how recognizable IPs attract...
Madfabulous Review
Madfabulous, a British historical drama directed by Celyn Jones, debuted at BFI Flare and will open in cinemas in June. The film follows Henry, the 5th Marquess of Anglesey, played by Callum Scott Howells, as he defies Victorian expectations with...
First Trailer and Poster for Supernatural Thriller PASSENGER
André Øvredal’s latest supernatural thriller, Passenger, debuted its first trailer and poster this week. The film follows a couple whose road‑trip spirals into terror after a demonic presence called the Passenger latches onto them. Starring Jacob Scipio, Lou Llobell and...
Making the Cut: Editor Chad Sipkin on Sofia Coppola’s New Fashion Doc
Sofia Coppola’s debut documentary, Marc by Sofia, follows designer Marc Jacobs as he prepares his fall‑winter 2024 collection, while editor Chad Sipkin shapes the film into an abstract, collage‑like meditation on creativity. The project stems from a 25‑year partnership that began with a White Stripes music video,...
Netflix Drops Trailer for Thriller 'Nemesis' Ahead of May 14 Release
Netflix has released the official trailer for its upcoming thriller 'Nemesis,' confirming a May 14 streaming launch. The teaser showcases leads Matthew Law, Y'lan Noel and Cleopatra Coleman, marking the first major promotional push for the spring title.
The Legend of Zelda Movie: Will It Be on Netflix Globally? What We Know So Far
Nintendo’s live‑action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda is set for a worldwide theatrical debut on May 7 2027, co‑produced by Sony Pictures. A new global Pay‑1 agreement between Sony and Netflix guarantees the film will appear on the streaming platform roughly...
“MOTHER MARY”
David Lowery’s new film “Mother Mary” pairs Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel in a gothic‑styled drama about a fallen pop star seeking redemption through a former costume designer. The movie blends moody visuals with original synth‑pop tracks penned by Jack...
Cavalier Vies with Fresh Talents in Directors’ Fortnight by Richard Mowe - 2026-04-14 12:46:11+00:00
The 58th Cannes Directors’ Fortnight unveiled a vibrant slate of 19 feature films and nine shorts from 19 countries, spotlighting both emerging voices and seasoned auteurs. Highlights include 94‑year‑old Alain Cavalier’s final documentary *Thanks For Coming*, Kantemir Balagov’s English‑language debut *Butterfly Jam* opening the program,...
Official Trailer for 'Young Washington' With Kingsley, Serkis, Grammer
Angel Studios has dropped the official trailer for "Young Washington," a faith‑based epic chronicling George Washington’s teenage years before his presidency. The film, directed by Jon Erwin—renowned for "I Can Only Imagine" and other religious dramas—features a cast that includes...
1,000+ Hollywood Insiders Write Letter Opposing Paramount/Warner Bros Merger
More than 1,000 leading Hollywood professionals, including Glenn Close and Denis Villeneuve, have signed an open letter condemning the proposed $111 billion merger of Larry Ellison’s Paramount/CBS with Warner Bros. Discovery. The signatories argue the deal would shrink the U.S. studio...
Liam Neeson's "Underrated" Thriller Remake Is Now Streaming for Free
Liam Neeson’s thriller Memory, a 2022 remake of the Belgian film De Zaak Alzheimer, is now streaming for free in the UK on Channel 4’s ad‑supported service. The film follows an Alzheimer‑stricken hitman who turns against his employers, co‑starring Monica Bellucci and Guy Pearce. Critical response remains...
First Look at ‘Office Romance’ Starring Jennifer Lopez & Brett Goldstein
Netflix unveiled the first look for its upcoming romantic comedy "Office Romance," starring Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein. The film, directed by Ol Parker, follows two workaholics whose secret office affair spirals into career‑threatening chaos. An ensemble cast that includes...
The Podcast: Pixar in the 2020s
The latest episode of Tim Brayton’s podcast examines Pixar’s 30‑film milestone with Hoppers and critiques the studio’s recent slate, which has struggled to match the box‑office and critical heights of earlier hits. Hosts Zev and Cameron contextualize Pixar’s output alongside...
New to Netflix - NEVER LET GO
Alexandre Aja’s new Netflix horror ‘Never Let Go’ stars Halle Berry as a mother who isolates her twin sons in a remote cabin, convinced an external evil threatens them. The twins, played by Percy Daggs IV and Anthony B. Jenkins, grapple with...
The Legend Of Zelda Filming Has Finally Wrapped
Sony’s Columbia Pictures confirmed that principal photography on the live‑action *Legend of Zelda* film has wrapped, keeping the project on track for its slated May 7, 2027 theatrical debut. The movie, a joint venture between Sony‑owned Columbia, Nintendo, Arad Productions and OddBall...
Jumanji 3 Reveals Official Title as Emotional Robin Williams Tribute Is Confirmed
The third installment of the rebooted Jumanji franchise has been officially titled Jumanji: Open World, unveiled at CinemaCon with a preview trailer. Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan appeared onstage, confirming the cast and showing early footage....
Hollywood Titans Oppose $111 B Paramount‑Warner Merger in Open Letter
A coalition of leading filmmakers and actors, including Denis Villeneuve and J.J. Abrams, issued an open letter denouncing the $111 billion Paramount‑Warner merger. They argue the deal would shrink the studio pool, cut jobs and limit audience choice, while Paramount counters...
AI Makes Feature Film Possible With Two Laptops
3 people. 2 laptops. 1 film. SINGh is the world's first AI-assisted romantic comedy musical. A young woman. A family that doesn't understand her. Dreams that scare her more than anything else. It used to take millions of dollars and a room full...
Adria Arjona Wins Mystery Role in Man of Tomorrow
Excl: And the winner of the screen test of MAN OF TOMORROW's mystery (or Maxima) role is ... Adria Arjona. https://t.co/dXlVRCBYHz
New Trailer Reveals AI Consciousness Thriller ‘A.I.’
New Trailer for AI Consciousness Sci-Fi Film 'A.I.' with Josh Stamberg https://t.co/vQCLlW6JUl #scifi #AI #JoshStamberg #IanSharkey #ArtificialIntelligence https://t.co/kYbBJz8wQX
New Trailer Reveals Attenborough’s Epic Life on Earth Journey
Doc 'Making Life on Earth: Attenborough’s Greatest Adventure' Trailer https://t.co/UdVOBAzKJj #docs #DavidAttenborough #LifeonEarth #MakingOf #GreatestAdventure #BBC https://t.co/nhp53xiXh0
Lin-Manuel Miranda Announces Star-Studded Octet Cast
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Octet’ Movie Musical Sets Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Rachel Zegler, Tramell Tillman and More https://t.co/5hbSiDAuZs via @variety
First Look: “We Are Aliens” Explores Friendship
Early Trailers for 'We Are Aliens' Japanese Animation About Friends https://t.co/WpfrKqvzmm #WeAreAliens #我々は宇宙人 #animation #KoheiKadowaki #Cannes2026 https://t.co/9Q3k812PlQ
Keoghan, Keough, Branagh Join Cannes Directors’ Fortnight
Barry Keoghan, Riley Keough, and Kenneth Branagh Head to Cannes Directors’ Fortnight https://t.co/GTENHIJf8P via @IndieWire
New Trailer Reveals Chilling Terror in Passenger
Chilling Trailer for Driving Horror 'Passenger' with Lou Llobell & Jacob Scipio https://t.co/YOgMzdJQqn #horror #PassengerMovie #JacobScipio #LouLlobell #MelissaLeo #AndreOvredal https://t.co/rfVAZOs4FZ
Unexpectedly Loving Anne Hathaway’s Pseudo‑Religious Mother Mary Film
Mother Mary: the definition of "not for everyone," but i loved it. Anne Hathaway cosplaying as a pseudo-religious Annie Clark… my kind of movie. my review: https://t.co/jeYeBRut0K https://t.co/mxqZCdLuhw
Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson Star in Organ‑donor Thriller Runner
Alan Ritchson & Owen Wilson in Organ Donor Thriller 'Runner' Teaser https://t.co/1YhOpSSYiO #Runner #ScottWaugh #AlanRitchson #OwenWilson #actionmovie https://t.co/EWZNfmlYw3
New Trailer Drops for Young Washington Featuring Kingsley, Serkis, Grammer
Official Trailer for 'Young Washington' with Kingsley, Serkis, Grammer https://t.co/NfpUpAUmlM #YoungWashington #WilliamFranklynMiller #MaryLouiseParker #AndySerkis #BenKingsley #KelseyGrammer https://t.co/mILsm2B3qA
Excited for Bold New Voices at Cannes Directors Fortnight
Looking forward to Clio Barnard's I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning, Radu Jude's Diary Of A Chambermaid and Kantemir Balagov's Butterfly Jam at this year's Directors Fortnight at #Cannes