Video: "Glory" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Netflix is set to launch "Glory," an Indian original series, on May 1, 2026. The drama follows two brothers in a small‑town boxing hub as they investigate a shocking murder while reconciling with their legendary coach father. Starring Divyenndu, Pulkit Samrat and Suvinder Vicky, the trailer emphasizes gritty fight choreography and family tension. The release adds a sports‑drama entry to Netflix’s expanding slate of India‑focused content.
Kinaesthesia at the Bfi London
Kinaesthesia, a documentary celebrating the centenary of the "dream film," debuted at BFI Southbank from April 17‑19, 2026. The film weaves newly digitised silent‑era sequences—including Metropolis, A Page of Madness, and The Fall of the House of Usher—into a narrative...
‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ Review
Lee Cronin’s reimagining of *The Mummy* blends Egyptian myth with modern horror, following a family’s nightmare after their daughter Katie is abducted and returned disfigured. The film, clocking in at over 130 minutes, leans heavily into graphic child‑centred violence, positioning...
Film Review: Pieta (2026) by Adolfo Alix Jr.
Filipino director Adolfo Alix Jr.’s new drama‑crime hybrid Pieta, starring Nora Aunor, Gina Alajar, Bembol Roco, Jaclyn Jose, Angeli Bayani and Alfred Vargas, opened in a limited Manila run after premiering at the Moscow International Film Festival. The film follows...
The Jon Favreau Doctrine
At CinemaCon, Jon Favreau delivered a wide‑ranging talk on the accelerating AI revolution in entertainment, the capabilities of the LED‑wall “Volume” he helped pioneer, and the recent leadership turnover at Lucasfilm after Kathleen Kennedy’s exit. He announced that Disney’s flagship...
Tone Glow Presents "Eyes on the Road: Four American Road Movies"
Tone Glow is rescheduling its "Eyes on the Road" screening for Tuesday, April 21 at Chicago Filmmakers. The program showcases four structuralist road‑movie masterpieces, including a newly restored 2K version of James Benning and Bette Gordon’s 1975 "The United States...
Salmokji: Whispering Water (2026) by Lee Sang-Min Film Review
Lee Sang-min’s feature debut, “Salmokji: Whispering Water,” centers on a haunted South Korean reservoir and premiered in North American theatres through JBG Pictures USA. The horror film leverages atmospheric sound design and inventive use of night‑vision gear to build dread,...
This Brunello Cucinelli Documentary Got a Great Celeb Turnout, Actually
The upcoming documentary “Brunello: The Gracious Visionary” is being financed by luxury label founder Brunello Cucinelli and is drawing an A‑list crowd at its premiere. The film promises a flattering look at Cucinelli’s philosophy and business model, given his direct...
We’re Going to Be Getting New Hunger Games Movies Forever
The original Hunger Games movie turned 14 years old this spring, marking a decade‑plus of box‑office success and cultural cachet. The author argues that the franchise’s profitability and built‑in fan base will keep spawning new films indefinitely. Streaming services and...
A24 and Michaela Coel Remaking Jean-Claude Van Damme’s “Bloodsport”
A24 has announced a remake of the 1988 martial‑arts cult classic "Bloodsport," with acclaimed writer‑actor Michaela Coel attached as writer and producer. The original film, made on a shoestring budget, grossed roughly $50 million worldwide and launched Jean‑Claude Van Damme’s career....
Film Review: The Silent Game (2025) by Tan Hoang Thong
Tan Hoang Thong’s first feature, "The Silent Game," arrives via Skyline as an 80‑minute horror‑slasher that struggles with pacing, under‑developed characters, and low‑budget production values. The film’s tarot‑themed premise and commentary on body‑shaming and social media add occasional depth, but...
HKIFF50 Announces Winners of Firebird Awards and Fipresci Prize
The 12‑day HKIFF50 festival wrapped up with a slate of Firebird Awards across its Young Cinema, Documentary and Short Film competitions, and a FIPRESCI prize. Kangdrun’s "Linka Linka" captured Best Film in the Chinese‑language youth category, while Tan Si You...
The Dying House by Jennie Kermode
Mārama, the debut feature by Taratoa Stappard, has emerged as a standout 2026 Gothic‑horror film, placing a young Māori governess in a Victorian English manor. The film weaves Māori mythology and colonial trauma into classic Gothic tropes, earning acclaim at festivals...
Taiwan on Screen: TIDF Presents Taiwan Spectrum | War Memories, Shifting Identities and Reel Taiwan | The Late 1980s on Film
The 15th Taiwan International Documentary Festival (May 1‑10) presents the Taiwan Spectrum program, featuring 12 restored and archival films that trace Taiwan’s history from Japanese colonial propaganda to contemporary documentary practice. The Reel Taiwan segment debuts four digitally restored 16 mm works...
Review: 'The Mummy' Fearest
Lee Cronin’s horror‑driven reboot of The Mummy debuted on April 17, 2026, backed by Warner Bros., New Line, James Wan’s Atomic Monster and Blumhouse. The 133‑minute, R‑rated film blends Exorcist‑style possession, Ring‑like dread and Evil Dead chaos, sidestepping traditional mummy tropes. Critics note...
What’s Leaving Hulu & Hulu On Disney+ In May 2026
Disney announced that five titles will be removed from Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ throughout May 2026 due to expiring licensing agreements. The films include Saint Omer (May 7), Night Train (May 12), Broker and Kompromat (late May), and Baby Ruby (May 31). The monthly removal...
Warner Bros.’ Jeff Goldstein on the Big Tom Cruise Bet: ‘We Landed the Plane’
Warner Bros. president Jeff Goldstein used CinemaCon to showcase the studio’s ambitious release slate through 2028, highlighting Tom Cruise and Alejandro González Iñárritu’s upcoming comedy *Digger*. He stressed that despite speculation about a possible sale to Paramount, Warner remains focused...
‘Street Fighter’ Trailer: Ryu and Ken Battle in World Warrior Tournament
Paramount Pictures UK unveiled the first trailer for its live‑action "Street Fighter" movie, set in 1993. The film reunites estranged fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centrieo) after Chun‑Li (Callina Liang) recruits them for a high‑stakes World Warrior...
Two Moments Where Filmmakers Get Stuck
Jon Fitzgerald observes two recurring bottlenecks for independent filmmakers: moving from short films to feature‑length projects and converting festival buzz into viable distribution. While affordable technology has lowered production barriers, creators still lack clear pathways for financing, structure, and release...
🎧 The Merger Drama That Won’t Stay in Vegas
Warner Bros. announced a blockbuster slate through 2028 at CinemaCon, but its pending sale to Paramount was conspicuously omitted, fueling speculation. The omission sparked a heated debate on the convention floor, dubbed “pin‑gate,” as industry insiders dissected the merger’s fallout....
Meet the World’s Smallest Professional 8-Color Spotlight, the New Nanlux Evoke 5C
Nanlux unveiled the Evoke 5C, the world’s smallest professional 8‑color RGB LED spotlight, at NAB 2026 in Las Vegas. The 6‑watt fixture packs a 1000‑20,000 K color‑temperature range, +/-200 nm green‑magenta tint shift, and Nebula C8 engine into a 2.2 × 1.7 × 1.7‑inch, 5.6‑oz body. It offers IP67...
Perro Perro (2026)
Marco Berger’s Argentine drama *Perro Perro* premiered at the 2026 BFI FLARE LGBTQIA+ Film Festival. The film is shot in lush monochrome, following two couples on a river holiday while a stray dog becomes a metaphor for male infatuation. Lead actors...
Director Watch Podcast Ep. 149 – ‘Killer of Sheep’ (Charles Burnett, 1978)
The Director Watch Podcast’s 149th episode dives into Charles Burnett’s 1978 debut, *Killer of Sheep*, exploring its themes of Black family life and Italian neorealism. The hosts highlight recent restorations of Burnett’s catalog on physical media, giving the film renewed...
‘Focker-In-Law’ Trailer: Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro & Ariana Grande Star in ‘Meet the Parents’ Sequel
Paramount Pictures released the first trailer for “Focker‑In‑Law,” the long‑awaited sequel to the Meet the Parents franchise. Ben Stiller returns as Greg Focker opposite Robert De Niro’s Jack Byrnes, while pop star Ariana Grande joins the cast, injecting fresh comedic energy. Veteran...
Alice Winocour Will Receive The 2026 Alpine Award At The Cannes Film Festival
French director Alice Winocour has been named the 2026 recipient of the newly created Alpine Award, which will be presented during the Directors’ Fortnight closing ceremony at the Cannes Film Festival on May 21. The Alpine Award, launched in 2025,...
How to Catch a Butterfly (2026) by Kiriko Mechanicus Short Film Review
Kiriko Mechanicus’s new short documentary “How to Catch a Butterfly” confronts the 2021 Atlanta spa shootings by intertwining personal letters to the killer with a critique of Asian fetishization. The film juxtaposes a red‑lit opening that evokes “Madame Butterfly” with...
‘The Last Dance’ Ends a Beautiful, Impactful Run for the Long-Time Roger Ebert Film Festival
The Roger Ebert Overlooked Film Festival, affectionately known as Ebertfest, will host its final edition titled “The Last Dance” on April 17‑18 at Champaign’s historic Virginia Theatre. Founded in 1999 by Roger and Chaz Ebert with Nate Kohn, the festival...
CinemaCon 2026 Recap: Universal Pictures & Focus Features
Universal Pictures used its CinemaCon 2026 stage to underline stability amid Hollywood upheaval, announcing a five‑week exclusive theatrical window for all 2026 releases and a seven‑week window for 2027. The studio unveiled a star‑studded slate—including Christopher Nolan’s IMAX‑ready "The Odyssey,"...
New Trailer and Poster for Argentine Horror A MOTHER’S RECALL
A new trailer and poster have been released for the Argentine psychological horror film *A Mother’s Recall*, written and directed by Mauro Iván Ojeda, known for *The Funeral Home*. The film stars Mateo Berti, Miguel Bosco, Lorenzo Crespo, Vilma Echeverría,...
Kiss Of The Spider Woman Review
Bill Condon’s 2025 musical drama *Kiss of the Spider Woman* reimagines Manuel Puig’s novel with lavish choreography and a heightened visual style. The film follows gay window‑dresser Luis Molina (Tonatiuh) and left‑wing activist Valentin Arregui (Diego Luna) as they share a prison...
Ellie Bamber Is Kate Moss in MOSS & FREUD - New Trailer and Poster
James Lucas’s new biopic *Moss & Freud* stars Ellie Bamber as supermodel Kate Moss and Derek Jacobi as painter Lucian Freud. The film dramatizes the 2002 portrait session that later fetched £3.5 million (about $4.5 million) at auction. A trailer and poster were released this...
Directors' Fortnight Head Highlights Animation Growth and Independent Film Challenges
The Directors' Fortnight, Cannes’ parallel section, unveiled its 58th edition lineup, spotlighting a surge in animated features and the persistent hurdles facing independent cinema. Program director Rejl emphasized that animation now accounts for roughly a third of the selections, reflecting...
French Independent Producers Demand the Reinstatement of Suspended Web Creator Fund
French independent producers, organized under the Syndicat des Producteurs Indépendants (SPI), are demanding that the Centre National du Cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC) reinstate the Web Creator Fund it suspended earlier this year. The fund, worth roughly €5 million, was...
Behind the Scenes of 'Ewilan’s Quest': A French Fantasy Epic
“Ewilan’s Quest”, the French fantasy saga created by Pierre Bottero, has become a cultural touchstone in French young‑adult literature. The series, which began as a novel trilogy, has expanded into graphic novels, a Netflix adaptation, and a thriving fan ecosystem....
"Dao": French Producers Empower Alain Gomis's Radical Cinematic Vision
Alain Gomis’s latest feature, "Dao," is a 3‑hour‑plus epic that debuted in the competition slate at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival. The film, which explores African diaspora narratives through an experimental structure, will open in French cinemas on April...
Carcassonne Political Film Fest Rejects Far-Right City Funding
The Carcassonne International Political Film Festival, now in its eighth edition (January 15‑19, 2026), turned down a municipal grant from the city’s far‑right‑led council. Organizers said accepting the money would compromise artistic independence and align the event with a political...
Cannes and Tokyo Launch the 'Japan IP Market'
The Cannes Film Market (Marché du Film) has partnered with the Tokyo International Film Festival Content Market (Tiffcom) to launch the Japan IP Market, debuting at Cannes 2024. The new platform will present a curated slate of Japanese film, television,...
The Sin Trade by Cheng Si-Yi Trailer
The Sin Trade, directed by Cheng Si‑Yi, dropped its trailer on April 10, 2026. The gritty crime thriller follows a lone cop who abandons protocol to chase a missing college student, only to be caught between a human‑trafficking ring and a...
Film Review: Queue (2026) by Adolfo Alix Jr.
Filipino director Adolfo Alix Jr. debuts "Queue" at the Moscow International Film Festival, a one‑shot drama starring Gina Pareno that follows 75‑year‑old Regina navigating a never‑ending government health queue. The film uses a Kafkaesque lens to expose systemic corruption and...
Departures - Jennie Kermode - 20299
Departures, an indie rom‑com directed by Neil Ely and Lloyd Ely‑Morgan, follows Benji (Eyre‑Morgan) as he navigates a volatile relationship with dominant lover Jake (David Tag). The film mixes dark humor with a stark look at consent, power imbalance, and...
“IMPACT X Nightline: The Monster At The Beach” Coming Soon To Hulu & Disney+
Disney announced the documentary “IMPACT x Nightline: The Monster at the Beach,” debuting on Hulu and Disney+ on April 16 2026. The four‑hour film investigates the Gilgo Beach serial killings, tracing how investigators linked architect Rex Heuermann to eight victims. It features new interviews...
Milly Alcock Is a Branded Supergirl
Milly Alcock stars as Supergirl in James Gunn’s upcoming DC film, slated for a summer release. The movie discards previous DC continuity, notably omitting Jason Momoa’s Aquaman cameo. Chanel supplied a custom Supergirl sweater, replacing the iconic “S” with its interlocking...
Pittsburgh: Short Film Review
Ali Marsh’s short film *Pittsburgh* follows nine‑year‑old Mints as a routine trip home in 1979 spirals into a night of uncertainty, revealing the slow loss of childhood certainty. Delaney Quinn delivers a naturalistic performance that anchors the story, while the...
Searchlight Pictures Acquires New Horror Film ‘Monitor’
Searchlight Pictures announced it has bought the distribution rights for the new horror thriller “Monitor” in the United States, the United Kingdom and Southeast Asia. The film premiered at SXSW in March 2026 and follows a viral video that spreads...
Interview - MIROIRS No. 3 Director Christian Petzold
Christian Petzold discusses his latest art‑house film Miroirs No. 3, his fourth collaboration with actress Paula Beer, and the dual‑identity theme that links it to earlier works like Phoenix. The story follows Laura, a grieving young woman who loses her phone after a fatal crash and...
New Trailer for Carla Simón’s Romería
Carla Simón’s new drama Romería has dropped its first trailer, confirming a UK and ROI theatrical launch on May 8, 2026. The film follows 18‑year‑old Marina, played by Llúcia Garcia, as she meets her paternal grandparents for the first time, reopening family...
Offscript with Ferdy Adimefe
Ferdy Adimefe, founder of Magic Carpet Studios, is building Africa’s first large‑scale animation ecosystem to turn African mythology into globally scalable intellectual property. After abandoning a medical career for advertising and brand management, he launched Imaginarium and later Magic Carpet,...
Everything You Need to Know About ‘Toaster’: Netflix India’s New Dark Comedy
Rajkummar Rao has launched his production company Kampa Film and partnered with Netflix India for its maiden project, the Hindi dark comedy *Toaster*. The film, starring Rao and Sanya Malhotra, marks the feature‑directorial debut of Vivek Daschaudhary and follows a...
Statues Rule the Waves (2024) by Noah Berhitu Short Film Review
Dutch‑Moluccan filmmaker Noah Berhitu’s short documentary “Statues Rule the Waves” premiered at the 2026 CinemAsia Festival in Amsterdam. The 35‑minute film juxtaposes the statues of Anne Frank and Indonesian heroine Martha Christina Tiahahu to explore post‑colonial heritage and the filmmaker’s...
We Never Sleep: Short Film Review
We Never Sleep, a 13‑minute dystopian short directed by Rashan Mines and Ren‑Horng Wang, dramatizes the terror of constant digital surveillance. The plot follows a couple whose casual AI discussion triggers a rogue algorithm, “the Mob,” that weaponizes their words...