Today's Movies Pulse
Steven Spielberg’s ‘Disclosure Day’ draws mixed reviews
The new sci‑fi thriller from Steven Spielberg has sparked a wave of commentary, with critics labeling it a flawed but fun ride. Coverage spans HeyUGuys, the South China Morning Post and The Outside Scoop, highlighting both the film’s ambition and its uneven execution.
Trauma Or, Monsters All - Jennie Kermode - 20295
Larry Fessenden’s new horror‑drama Trauma Or, Monsters All reunites the werewolf, Frankenstein‑type and vampire characters from his earlier films in a single story set in the decaying town of Talbot Falls. The plot follows teenage journalist Cassandra, whose sensational article about a forgotten “werewolf incident” triggers chaos among the monsters and draws national attention. While the film blends dark humor, melancholy and supernatural absurdity, it also critiques how media labels individuals as “monsters.” Premiered at Overlook 2026, the movie earned praise for its empathetic tone and genre‑bending ambition.
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Ralph Fiennes Won't Star in “Harry Potter ”HBO Show — but He Has an 'Amazing' Idea for Who Should Play...
Ralph Fiennes confirmed he will not return as Lord Voldemort for HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series. While he expressed willingness in the past, no effort was made to bring him back, and he says the opportunity has passed. Fiennes suggested...
New Star Wars Series Called "Gritty" And "Visually Stunning" As It Lands Perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes Rating
Disney+ launched "Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord," an animated series set after The Clone Wars. Created by Dave Filoni and starring Sam Witwer as Maul, the show has earned a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 36 critic...
Jinsei (2025) by Suzuki Ryuya Animation Review
Jinsei is Suzuki Ryuya’s debut feature, a fully hand‑drawn animation completed over 18 months and funded entirely through crowdfunding. The film premiered at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and is now screening at Cinemasia in the Netherlands. Its desaturated,...
Tom Holland Confirms Additional Spider-Man: Brand New Day Filming that They "Don't Need"
Tom Holland confirmed that Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots in London, but he says the new footage isn’t required to make the film work. The additional material focuses on extra humor, a fresh villain subplot, and cameo appearances...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – “You, Me & Tuscany”
The Next Best Picture Podcast’s latest episode reviews the romantic comedy “You, Me & Tuscany,” starring Halle Bailey and Regé‑Jean Page. The film, directed by Kat Coiro, follows a young cook who squats in a deserted Tuscan villa and becomes entangled with the...
The Doorway to Nowhere: Why the Final Shot of ‘The Searchers’ Still Haunts Us
John Ford’s 1956 Western “The Searchers” ends with Ethan Edwards (John Wayne) walking away from his family, a shot that has become iconic for its stark portrayal of isolation. The film subverts traditional Western conclusions by refusing to grant its hero...
Spaceballs Sequel Marketing Wins Fans at CinemaCon
Already in love with the marketing for the #Spaceballs sequel. From #CinemaCon, via @Fandango https://t.co/OIy95qUM04
The Mandalorian & Grogu North America Box Office Projection: $70M+ Debut Expected, Will Fall Far Behind Star Wars: The Rise...
Disney’s upcoming theatrical release, The Mandalorian & Grogu, is projected to earn between $70 million and $85 million in its North American opening weekend. The figure is roughly $100 million shy of the $177.4 million debut recorded by Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker...
LA County Officials Meet To Secure ‘Baywatch’ Production’s Future In Venice
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath convened city officials, production leaders and agency representatives to address logistical hurdles threatening the Fox‑backed Baywatch reboot’s stay in Venice. The series, backed by a $21.1 million California tax credit, will continue filming through July...
Cillian Murphy’s $297 Million Horror Movie Streams on Netflix Today
Paramount Pictures’ survival‑horror sequel A Quiet Place Part II, which earned roughly $297 million worldwide, has been added to Netflix’s catalog six years after its theatrical debut. The film, directed by John Krasinski and starring Cillian Murphy as Emmett, retains a 91%...
What to Watch on OTT: Tu Yaa Main, O’ Romeo, The Testaments and More
The latest OTT slate features a mix of genre‑bending series and films across major platforms. Netflix debuts the eight‑episode crime comedy "Big Mistakes" and the creature‑thriller romance "Tu Yaa Main," while also rolling out Jack Black’s meta reboot of "Anaconda."...
At 20th Edition, Poppy Jasper International Film Festival Celebrates Becoming a Cinematic Destination
The Poppy Jasper International Film Festival marked its 20th edition, showcasing more than 300 films across genres. Since 2018 director Mattie Scariot has expanded the event beyond Morgan Hill to neighboring towns, positioning it as a destination festival comparable to...
Box Office: ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ and the Denormalization of the Breakout Sequel
Universal’s *The Super Mario Galaxy* movie led Friday’s domestic box office with a $17.5 million opening, a 64% drop from its debut. The film has amassed $256.6 million in ten‑day domestic revenue, trailing the original *Super Mario Bros.* sequel by about $27 million....
Strong Performances Hampered by Absurd Premise and Cheap Effects
The Miniature Wife is much like Downsizing in that the writing and acting is reasonably impressive and sophisticated but constantly undermined by the silliness of the premise and the Honey, I Shrunk The Kids-looking visual effects
Matt Smith's "Unpredictable" Crime Thriller That's a "True Original" Lands New UK Streaming Home
Darren Aronofsky’s crime thriller Caught Stealing, starring Austin Butler and Matt Smith, has landed on UK streaming platforms Sky Cinema and NOW. The film, based on Charlie Huston’s 2004 novel, debuted theatrically in August but posted a $32 million worldwide gross...
Baby Fat (2025) by Margarita Mina Short Film Review
"Baby Fat," a 2025 short film by Margarita Mina, follows Sitti, a Filipino‑American teen grappling with cultural expectations and body image. The narrative centers on a heirloom skirt stained by junk food, becoming a visual metaphor for the protagonist’s sense...
Cannes Film Festival 2026 | 79th Edition
The 79th Cannes Film Festival will take place from May 12‑23, 2026, showcasing 21 titles in the main competition. International independent cinema leads the slate, with veteran auteurs such as Andrei Zvyagintsev, Hirokazu Kore‑eda and Pedro Almodóvar returning, while France...
The Dictator’s Sacha Baron Cohen’s New Comedy To Hit Netflix Very Soon
Netflix is set to launch "Ladies First," a gender‑flipped romantic comedy starring Sacha Baron Cohen, in May 2026. The film follows a chauvinistic man who awakens in a matriarchal world and must confront his own biases, with a supporting ensemble...
Days Are Numbered (1962)
Elio Petri’s 1962 Italian drama "Days are Numbered" follows a 54‑year‑old plumber who, after witnessing a commuter’s sudden death, abruptly abandons his lifelong trade to explore art, youth culture, and existential freedom. The film chronicles his brief rebellion—gallery visits, Vespa...
Rom‑com “You Me And
Issues for #YouMeAndTuscany with just $3.1M Friday, weekend in $8M range Rom-coms just don’t sell like they used to
‘Have Personally Experienced Pain and Loss’: Vijay Deverakonda Says Jana Nayagan Leak Makes Him Angry
Vijay Deverakonda publicly condemned the illegal leak of the upcoming film Jana Nayagan, recalling his own early‑career experience with piracy. The leak surfaced while the movie is embroiled in a legal battle with the Central Board of Film Certification, delaying...
Netflix Quietly Cancels New Movie After Star Actress Drops Out
Netflix quietly pulled the sports drama *Perfect* after star Millie Bobby Brown left the project over creative differences. The film, which would have chronicled 1996 gymnast Kerri Strug’s heroic Olympic vault, had already seen director Gia Coppola replaced by Cate Shortland. While the...
New Hunger Games Movie Reveals First Look at Maya Hawke and Kieran Culkin in Iconic Roles
Lionsgate released the first teaser for "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping," slated for a November 20 theatrical debut. The prequel‑sequel hybrid introduces Maya Hawke as Wiress and Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman, while Joseph Zada steps into a young...
‘Maul: Shadow Lord’ Sets Even More Star Wars Rotten Tomatoes Records
Disney+ animated series Maul: Shadow Lord achieved a perfect 100% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the highest ever for a Star Wars title. Its audience score sits at 95% after two episodes, outpacing most live‑action films and series in the...
Excited for Next Week’s Show with a Full House
Ooooohhhhhh. Finally seeing this next week and can't wait to watch it with a packed audience.
Kenny Omega Expresses Interest in Playing Alex in a Sequel to the Upcoming Street Fighter Movie
The Street Fighter movie premieres on October 16, 2026, starring WWE star Cody Rhodes as Guile. Wrestler Kenny Omega publicly expressed interest in playing Alex in a potential sequel, noting he would need to add 50‑60 pounds of lean muscle. Omega’s deep ties...
The Paradise First Look: Kayadu Lohar’s New Avatar In Nani Starrer Revealed
Indian star Nani’s upcoming film The Paradise has unveiled a new character poster featuring Kayadu Lohar as Subbalakshmi (Subbu). The striking bicycle‑riding image was shared on Lohar’s birthday, sparking fresh buzz ahead of the film’s worldwide release on August 21, 2026 in...
Telugu Thriller 'Dacoit' Draws Strong Opening and Positive Early Audience Feedback
Telugu action drama 'Dacoit' starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur opened to strong occupancy and early positive audience reactions. Trade observers note the buzz but caution that a full verdict will depend on weekend performance.
Skip Apple's Keanu Reeves Film, Watch This Quartet
Critics say Apple's new movie starring Keanu Reeves isn't worth your time — so I recommend watching this quartet instead. https://t.co/kLNHPRTprN
A Very Slow Breakfast (2003) by Edwin Short Film Review
Edwin’s 2003 short “A Very Slow Breakfast” is being screened at CinemAsia 2026, offering a four‑minute, dialogue‑free glimpse into a cramped family morning. The film uses slow‑motion and visual details to contrast a passive patriarch with active women, underscoring routine,...
3 Tremendous Paramount+ Documentaries to Watch This Weekend (April 10-12)
Paramount+ is promoting three new sports documentaries this weekend: the Kevin Garnett biography, the UFC Countdown series, and Made for March, which follows Kansas and Michigan during the NCAA tournament. The UFC’s recent seven‑year, $7.7 billion media agreement moves all its...
Sequel To Korea’s Most Popular Zombie Movie Is Leaving Netflix
Netflix will remove the Korean zombie sequel Peninsula and its predecessor Train to Busan from its streaming library on May 2, 2026 as part of its regular catalog refresh. Peninsula, the third film in Yeon Sang‑ho’s trilogy, earned $42.6 million worldwide but received...
Inside Karan Johar’s Interaction with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in Tokyo, Watch
Karan Johar’s Tokyo stop on the promotional tour for *The Devil Wears Prada 2* captured a brief, cheerful exchange with stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. The clip, posted by Twentycs India, shows the filmmaker in a cherry‑blossom‑inspired floral outfit, reportedly...
Taste the Movie in 4DX with New Super Mario-Themed Popcorn Upgrade at Cineworld
Cineworld is rolling out a limited‑edition Super Mario‑themed Galactic popcorn topper, priced at £1.99 (about $2.53), to complement its 4DX immersive cinema format. The topping—featuring Candy King rainbow mix, giant snowies and Fizz Wiz strawberry popping candy—adds a taste dimension to the motion‑seated,...
Indie Weekend Kicks Off with 8 New Films, Including 1,600‑Screen ‘Faces Of Death’
Eight independent films open on April 10, headlined by the horror remake Faces Of Death on 1,600 screens and Neon’s video‑game thriller Exit 8 on 490 screens. The slate also features Steven Soderbergh’s The Christophers and a Shakespeare‑inspired project starring...
Netflix Combines New Thriller 'Thrash' With Tyson Fury Fight for Weekend Push
Netflix will stream heavyweight bout Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11 while debuting the shark‑hurricane thriller 'Thrash' on April 12, underscoring the platform’s dual strategy of live‑sport expansion and new original movies. The fight marks a high‑profile test...
Popular Action Movie Joining Streaming — Just Months After Box Office Disappointment
Edgar Wright’s 2025 remake of *The Running Man* will debut on Amazon Prime Video on April 17, 2025, just five months after a disappointing theatrical run. The film grossed $69.5 million worldwide against a $110 million production budget, resulting in a roughly...
Nintendo's $1 Billion Mario Film Takes on Disney's Box‑Office Lead
Nintendo announced that its upcoming Super Mario Galaxy movie is projected to earn more than $1 billion worldwide, positioning the gaming giant as a direct rival to Disney in animated box‑office revenue. The move expands Nintendo’s entertainment portfolio beyond games and...
Movie Good, but Book Still Reigns Supreme
We saw Hail Mary last night - It was good but not as good as the book, which I'm still reading (Which is true most of the time for me 📚). Ryan Gosling is perfect as Ryland Gosling and Rocky...
There’s a Critical Issue Facing the Movie Industry, Says Steven Soderbergh
Steven Soderbergh told Slate that the movie industry’s most pressing problem is getting audiences back into theaters, especially for mid‑budget, adult‑oriented films. He discussed his latest trio of releases—Presence, Black Box and the newly released The Christophers—and noted the disappointing...
Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel Discuss Their Pairing in ‘The Christophers’
Veteran actor Ian McKellen (86) teams with multihyphenate Michaela Coel (38) in Steven Soderbergh’s new film “The Christophers.” The plot follows McKellen’s once‑celebrated artist Julian Sklar and Coel’s art‑restorer Lori Butler as they finish hidden canvases to sell after his...
Movie Review: You, Me & Tuscany
The New York Times’ Alissa Wilkinson reviews the new romance‑drama "You, Me & Tuscany," a Netflix‑released feature that follows a divorced couple who reunite in the Tuscan countryside to settle a family estate. Wilkinson praises the film’s sun‑drenched cinematography and...
Exercise Used to Bore Bob Odenkirk. Now He’s Doing Stunts.
Bob Odenkirk, famed for "Better Call Saul," headlines his third action movie, "Normal," released on April 11, 2026. He says the film’s intense stunt work lets him vent anger stemming from a past home break‑in. In the picture, Odenkirk plays Sheriff Ulysses,...
‘Greenland 2’ Settles Into Top Spot on Disc Sales Charts
Lionsgate’s sequel *Greenland 2: Migration* debuted at No. 1 on the Circana VideoScan chart, leading overall disc sales for the week ending April 4, 2026. The title generated $17.8 million at the domestic box office and saw HD formats account for 47% of its...
Apple TV’s Epic 2-Part Sci-Fi Is Climbing the Charts on Another Streamer
Apple TV’s sci‑fi series "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" is now streaming for free on Prime Video, despite traditionally requiring an Apple TV subscription. The two‑part show deepens the MonsterVerse by shifting the secretive Monarch organization from hunters to protectors of...
Sick but Impressed: Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer Dazzles
I was too sick to react, and they should’ve called this the final trailer to optimize meta data But WOW incredible trailer - movie looks 🔥👊 #MortalKombat2 #MortalKombatMovie
Faces of Death's Third Act Earns Low Grade
Crummy C CS for #FacesOfDeath This film’s crap third act shows here with this grade particularly given its “up” ending https://t.co/ZWcb9U3AJq
A New Take on Camus' 'The Stranger' By a Veteran French Stylist Digs Unto the Unspoken
French director François Ozon has released a black‑and‑white film adaptation of Albert Camus’s 1942 novel The Stranger, starring Benjamin Voisin as the detached Meursault. The movie interweaves archival footage of 1930s French‑colonial Algeria, giving visual weight to the novel’s colonial backdrop. Ozon adds...
HBO Max Launches ‘Christy’ as VPNs Become Key to Global Streaming
HBO Max added the Sydney Sweeney‑led biopic ‘Christy’ to its U.S. lineup on April 10, 2026, after a disappointing theatrical run. With no unified streaming partner outside the United States, fans are turning to VPN services to bypass regional blocks,...