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.
Velasco Broca Shooting His Feature Debut, The Next Testament - Production / Funding - Spain/Estonia/Italy
Velasco Broca’s feature debut, *The Next Testament*, started filming on May 21 in Madrid, starring Goya‑nominated Álex Brendemühl alongside Mireia Oriol and Ariadna Gil. The 35 mm picture weaves gothic and retro‑futurist imagery around a plot where a missing song chorus triggers a reality‑bending quest across Spain, an alternate Italy and colonised Mars. Production is a Spain‑Estonia‑Italy co‑venture led by Lanzadera Films, with backing from the ICAA, the Estonian Film Institute and regional bodies. The film is slated for a global release in late 2027, with Filmin handling Spanish distribution.
Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari on System Becoming the Number 1 Non-English Movie on Prime Video Globally, “Every Story I’ve Told Has...
Prime Video’s Hindi original *System* has become the platform’s most‑watched non‑English movie worldwide for the week, debuting on May 22 and quickly entering the Top 10 in 26 countries. The film, starring Sonakshi Sinha, Jyotika and Ashutosh Gowariker, resonated with audiences across India and...
Kattalan Review: Antony Varghese’s Actioner Feels Like a Series of Reels Disguised as a Film
The Indian Express gave Malayalam action thriller Kattalan a 1.5‑star rating, calling it a disjointed series of stunt reels rather than a cohesive film. Starring Antony Varghese, the movie follows a notorious hunter‑turned‑ivory‑cartel boss and his clash with rival Eddy, but the...
Cannes 2026 Labeled a ‘Flop Era’ as Festival Grapples with Weak Line‑up
The Cannes Film Festival’s 2026 edition has been dubbed a “flop era” after a thin, under‑performing program and the near‑absence of major Hollywood titles. Critics argue the festival’s waning commercial pull threatens its historic role as the world’s premier launchpad...
Advaya Capital Acquires Comscore Movies for $70M, Rebrands as Rentrak
Advaya Capital has bought Comscore's Movies division for $70 million, renaming it Rentrak. The deal brings veteran film executives onto the board and signals a private‑equity push into AI‑enhanced box‑office analytics as the U.S. summer box office tops $3.4 billion year‑to‑date.
A24’s ‘Backrooms’ Projected to Earn $45‑$50M, Set to Break Indie Studio’s Opening‑Weekend Record
A24 and Chernin Entertainment expect horror newcomer ‘Backrooms’ to open with at least $45 million, possibly $50 million-plus, eclipsing the studio’s $25.5 million record set by ‘Civil War.’ The projection highlights the commercial power of internet‑born IP and the growing clout of Gen‑Z‑focused...
Pierre-Alexandre Kopp: “French Cinema Faces Economic Concentration… and Now Political Concentration”
Pierre‑Alexandre Kopp, the antitrust lawyer who authored a 2016 report on French film market consolidation, warns that the rumored Canal+/UGC merger and recent boycott threats by producer Maxime Saada represent a new wave of political concentration. He likens the climate...
Romain Gavras to Direct a Feature Film on the Louvre Museum Heist
French auteur Romain Gavras, known for the gritty dramas "Athena" and "The World Is Yours," has signed on to direct a narrative feature about the 2010 Louvre Museum heist. The movie will adapt the investigative book "Main basse sur le...
BAC Films: Court Decision Expected on June 2
French‑American distributor BAC Films, which collapsed in early 2023, remains entangled in a court‑ordered administration that froze its catalogue sales. A February ruling placed the assets under a judicial administrator, prompting concerns from directors and producers that the iconic French...
Yann Chapellon (Logicomix): “Every Audiovisual Group Now Understands the YouTube Stakes”
Logicomix, the Paris‑based multi‑channel network (MCN) celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2026, announced that legacy audiovisual groups now fully grasp the revenue potential of YouTube. The agency has shifted from a boutique rights‑clearance shop to a primary distribution hub, handling...
‘With Hasan in Gaza’ Review: An Elusive Search
Palestinian filmmaker Kamal Aljafari’s new documentary "With Hasan in Gaza" stitches together raw MiniDV footage he shot in Gaza in 2001 while searching for a friend. The 1‑hour‑46‑minute film offers a rare visual snapshot of Gaza before the extensive destruction...
‘Propeller One-Way Night Coach’: John Travolta’s Directing Debut
John Travolta makes his directorial debut with *Propeller One‑Way Night Coach*, a 61‑minute adventure drama adapted from his 1997 novella. The film follows an eight‑year‑old boy and his single mother on a 1962 cross‑country flight, featuring a cast of Travolta...
‘Miss You, Love You’ Review: A Son Outsources His Solace
“Miss You, Love You,” a dramedy directed by Jim Rash, follows newly widowed Diane (Allison Janney) as she navigates grief when her estranged son sends his assistant Jamie (Andrew Rannells) to handle funeral arrangements. The film, originally conceived as a...
‘The Last Viking’ Review: Imagine Mads Mikkelsen
Anders Thomas Jensen’s darkly comic crime drama "The Last Viking" debuted to strong Scandinavian box‑office returns, but its mixed tonal shifts puzzled U.S. critics. Mads Mikkelsen delivers a career‑best performance as Manfred, a convict convinced he is John Lennon, while...
‘The Currents’ Review: Lost and Found
Milagros Mumenthaler’s new Argentine drama "The Currents" follows Lina, a successful fashion stylist who grapples with a destabilizing panic after a dramatic bridge jump in Geneva. Isabel Aimé Gonzalez Sola delivers a nuanced performance as Lina, navigating strained family ties and...
New Bond Film 'First Light' Touted as Best 007 Entry Since 'Skyfall'
The latest James Bond movie, 'First Light', has hit theaters and early critics are calling it the best Bond film since 2012’s Skyfall. The praise comes as the franchise returns after a five‑year gap, generating strong buzz among fans and...
Parallel Tales: Asghar Farhadi Plays with Ideas of Artistic Voyeurism in a Frustratingly Opaque French-Language Drama
Asghar Farhadi’s tenth feature, Parallel Tales, premiered in competition at Cannes 2026, marking his first fully French‑language drama. The film follows reclusive novelist Sylvie (Isabelle Huppert) as she spies on neighbours through a telescope, leading to a stolen manuscript that...
‘Strung’ Director Malcolm D. Lee on Changes Since the Last Time He Opened ABFF with ‘Girls Trip’
Malcolm D. Lee returns to the American Black Film Festival to open its 30th anniversary with the psychological thriller “Strung,” starring Chloe Bailey. The film, produced by Tyler Perry and Jason Blum, marks Lee’s first departure from his signature comedy style. “Strung”...
This Film Is Expected to Beat The Mandalorian & Grogu at the Box Office This Weekend Despite Having a Tenth...
A24’s low‑budget horror thriller Backrooms is projected to open with $45‑55 million domestically, outpacing the $30‑35 million forecast for the Star Wars spin‑off The Mandalorian & Grogu. The film’s presale momentum has prompted theaters to add extra screenings ahead of its May 29 release....
Cannes Is Still Going for The White Lotus Season 4
The White Lotus is filming its fourth season on the iconic Cannes steps, with Laura Dern stepping in for Helena Bonham Carter. Production is split between Cannes venues such as Château de la Messardière and Hôtel Martinez, and additional shoots...
Masters of the Universe UK Premiere Red Carpet Interviews: Nicholas Galitzine and Cast Talk He-Man
The UK premiere of "Masters of the Universe" at Cineworld Leicester Square highlighted a star‑studded cast led by Nicholas Galitzine and a return for director Travis Knight. The fantasy epic, co‑written by Chris Butler, will open worldwide on June 3, 2026, positioning...
New Trailer Drops for “Reading Lolita in Tehran” Starring Golshifteh Farahani
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Official Trailer for 'Reading Lolita in Tehran' With Golshifteh Farahani
Greenwich Entertainment and Kanopy have released the official U.S. trailer for Reading Lolita in Tehran, slated for a limited theatrical opening on July 10, 2026. The film, directed by Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis, adapts Azar Nafisi’s bestselling memoir about secret literary gatherings in 1980s Tehran. It debuted at...
Paddington 4’s Writer Selection Hints at Political Satire for England’s Most Famous Bear
British political satirist Armando Iannucci, known for Veep and The Death of Stalin, has been hired to co‑write the upcoming Paddington 4. His involvement suggests the beloved family franchise may adopt a sharper, politically‑tinged humor. The Paddington series already contains subtle...
AMC Welcomes Over 5 Million Moviegoers Over Memorial Day Weekend, Hits Record Attendance
AMC Entertainment announced that more than 5 million patrons visited its U.S. and ODEON locations from Thursday through Monday of the Memorial Day weekend, marking the chain’s highest attendance period of 2026. The surge was anchored by the opening of “The...
Fun Trailer for David Wain's 'Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass'
Sony Pictures Classics dropped the official trailer for David Wain’s new comedy Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, starring Zoey Deutch as a small‑town bride on a revenge‑driven quest for Jon Hamm. The film, written by Wain and Ken Marino,...
Sebastian Stan Chats Harvey Dent in The Batman II
Captain America star Sebastian Stan has officially been linked to the role of Harvey Dent, soon to become the villain Two‑Face, in Matt Reeves’ upcoming sequel The Batman: Part II. The film, which originally targeted an October 2025 debut, has been pushed back to October 2027,...
Alexis Beaumont Debuts ‘A Little More Action’ Short
Alexis Beaumont, known for directing music videos and French animated series, has released his self‑produced short film “A Little More Action (Un Peu Plus D'Action).” The piece tackles contemporary media coverage of police violence using humor and rotoscoped footage rather than a documentary style....
First Reactions To Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day Have Critics Saying The Same Thing
Steven Spielberg’s long‑awaited sci‑fi film “Disclosure Day” premiered for critics ahead of its June 12, 2026 theatrical launch. Early reviews from outlets such as /Film, io9 and The Wrap describe it as the director’s most daring and emotionally resonant work in two decades....
X-Men '97 Season 2 Trailer: Apocalypse Arrives At The Worst Possible Time
Marvel’s animated revival X‑Men ’97 dropped a two‑minute Season 2 trailer, confirming a July 1, 2026 debut on Disney+. The clip reveals the ancient mutant Apocalypse as the central villain, with the team battling him across past, present and future timelines. New roster...
President Murmu Honors Cinema Legends with Padma Bhushan in 2026 Awards
President Droupadi Murmu presented the 2026 Padma Awards in New Delhi, conferring Padma Bhushan on film veterans Ajith Kumar, Nandamuri Balakrishna and Shekhar Kapur, while singers Arijit Singh, Jaspinder Narula and actress Mamata Shankar received Padma Shri. The ceremony underscores...
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma Trailer Somehow Looks Even Better Than We’d Hoped
The first trailer for Jane Schoenbrun’s upcoming horror‑comedy *Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma* has impressed critics with its dense Friday‑the‑13th Easter eggs, vivid gore, and a surprising turn by Gillian Anderson. The film blends a parody of 1980s slasher...
Paramount‑Warner Deal Could Close by End of July, WSJ Reports
The WSJ's @jtoonkel & @laurenthomas were first to report Paramount telling staffers Warner deal could close as early as end of July in this April 6 story. https://t.co/czUPH7YAwU Yes it's hard to keep up with coverage so just a reminder...
First Trailer and Poster for PRIMETIME, Starring Robert Pattinson
Acclaimed documentarian Lance Oppenheim is stepping into narrative filmmaking with his debut feature Primetime, starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, the host of the controversial series To Catch a Predator. The first teaser trailer and poster have been released, revealing...
Indian Documentary ‘Spirit of the Wildflower’ Wins Acclaim at Cannes 2026
Debut director Shrimoyee Chakraborty's documentary "Spirit of the Wildflower" premiered at Cannes 2026 and garnered strong critical response. The film follows two tribal siblings running India’s first legal mahua distillery while navigating a trans‑masculine identity, marking a milestone for Indian...
Netflix and HBO Max Unveil June 2026 Line‑ups, Adding Blockbuster Movies and Flagship Series
Netflix and HBO Max announced their full June 2026 content calendars, introducing new titles such as Netflix's "Office Romance" and "Avatar: The Last Airbender" season 2, and HBO Max's "Pillion" and "House of the Dragon" season 3. The coordinated launches...
New Trailer and Poster for Italian Road Movie THE LAST ONE FOR THE ROAD
Italian director Francesco Sossai has unveiled a new trailer and poster for his road‑movie drama THE LAST ONE FOR THE ROAD. The film follows two broke fifty‑somethings who enlist a shy architecture student for a booze‑fuelled journey across the Venetian...
Enola Holmes 3 Trailer Reveals Dramatic Sherlock Twist and Surprise Jason Watkins Appearance
Enola Holmes 3 lands on Netflix on July 1, 2024, ending a four‑year wait for the franchise. The trailer places Enola in Malta, introduces a surprise proposal, and reveals Sherlock’s kidnapping, while confirming Jason Watkins’s cameo. Philip Barantini steps in as director,...
Pixar Drops Final ‘Toy Story 5’ Trailer, Pits Classic Toys Against Screen‑Time
Pixar released the final trailer for Toy Story 5, revealing a plot where the beloved toys confront a generation glued to screens. Directed by Andrew Stanton, the teaser introduces Bad Bunny and Alan Cumming in vocal cameos and sets up a “Toy meets...
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow Faces $47‑$65M Opening, Threatening DC Studios' Reboot
DC Studios' latest superhero tentpole, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, is projected to earn $47‑$65 million in its opening weekend, well short of the $500 million global revenue needed to break even on its $250 million production and marketing spend. The weak outlook puts...
Ram Charan’s Peddi Japan Release Called Off Days Before India Debut
Ram Charan’s Telugu sports drama Peddi, delayed multiple times, is set for a worldwide release on June 4, 2026. Days before its Indian debut, Indo Eiga announced the abrupt cancellation of the film’s scheduled Japanese screening, citing “unforeseen circumstances.” No further explanation or reschedule...
Why Spider-Noir Uses Deep-Cut Spider-Man Villains Instead of Classics
Prime Video’s Spider‑Noir, starring Nicolas Cage as 1930s detective Ben Reilly, deliberately sidesteps Marvel’s marquee foes in favor of obscure villains. Creator Oren Uziel says the series first defined its noir‑driven story, then selected antagonists that naturally fit that aesthetic....
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Oscar Winning Action Movie Is Dominating on Streaming
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Oscar‑winning thriller One Battle After Another is now No. 4 on Amazon Prime Video’s overall Top 10, climbing three spots in a single day. The film, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, earned a 94% Rotten Tomatoes rating and six Oscars, including Best Picture....
Stick Season 2 Release Date Just Got New Update for Owen Wilson Apple TV Show
Apple TV+ comedy "Stick" starring Owen Wilson has wrapped filming for its second season, and the series is now deep in post‑production. Showrunner Jason Keller confirmed the lack of an official release date, though a 2026 launch is increasingly likely....
‘Zoonicorn: The Original Dreamer’ Set for 2027 Release
Zoonicorn, LLC has teamed with Dream Mechanics Entertainment to produce a 90‑minute 3DCG animated comedy‑adventure, *Zoonicorn: The Original Dreamer*, slated for a limited theatrical run and full streaming release in Q4 2027. The film, written by Emmy‑winner Mark Zaslove and directed...
Madame - Jennie Kermode - 20347
Madame, directed by Hélène Rosselet‑Ruiz, debuted at Cannes and explores the psychological toll of extreme power imbalances within a gilded Parisian household. The narrative follows Laura, a servant played by Malou Khebizi, whose quiet determination challenges the oppressive control exerted...
Moss & Freud Red Carpet Interviews: Derek Jacobi & Ellie Bamber & More
Selfridges in London staged the UK premiere of "Moss & Freud," a true‑life drama about supermodel Kate Moss and painter Lucian Freud. The film, written and directed by James Lucas, stars Ellie Bamber as Moss and Derek Jacobi as Freud,...
Audiences Obsess Over Obsession
Horror film "Obsession," directed by 26‑year‑old Curry Barker, turned a $1 million budget into $75 million worldwide, with a 39 percent jump in its second weekend—a rare growth for a wide‑release horror title. The $17 million opening and $23.9 million Memorial Day weekend earnings set...
TIFF Sets Masaaki Yuasa-Curated Fall Anime Series
The Toronto International Film Festival’s Lightbox program announced two high‑profile series for later this year. Japanese director Masaaki Yuasa will curate "Drawn Universes: Visions in Animation," a fall anime showcase that will run in November and December. In the summer,...
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Sets Criterion Blu-Ray Release
Netflix’s breakout musical fantasy “KPop Demon Hunters” will receive a Criterion Collection Blu‑ray and 4K UHD release on Dec. 31, priced at $39.95 and $49.95. The film, which won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, was the most‑streamed movie of 2025...