
Trailer Released for the New Isabel Allende Adaptation ‘The House of the Spirits’
Prime Video has dropped the trailer for “The House of the Spirits,” its first Spanish-language series adaptation of Isabel Allende’s celebrated novel. The drama follows three generations of women over five decades of love, power struggles and political upheaval in a fictional South American country. Alfonso Herrera headlines as the ruthless patriarch Esteban Trueba, while Allende herself serves as executive producer alongside Eva Longoria. The series debuts April 29 with three episodes, releasing new chapters weekly through May 13.

Kevin Costner & Jake Gyllenhaal to Star in ‘Honeymoon With Harry’ as Filming Set to Begin in Australia
Kevin Costner and Jake Gyllenhaal will headline the Amazon MGM Studios adaptation of Bart Baker’s novel “Honeymoon With Harry,” with filming slated to begin in April on Queensland’s coastal locations. The project reunites directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa with...

Jennifer’s Body Writer Diablo Cody On Long-Mooted Sequel
Diablo Cody confirmed that a long‑mooted sequel to the 2009 horror film Jennifer’s Body is moving forward, promising a less restrained, more liberated tone than the original. The first movie, which earned $31.6 million against a $16 million budget, has been re‑evaluated...

Watch Six Short Films From Filmfort 2026
Filmmaker is streaming six short films from the 2026 Filmfort Festival, coinciding with Boise’s Treefort Music Fest. The lineup includes five U.S. titles from 2025‑2026 and a Canadian entry, showcasing emerging indie talent. Viewers can watch the shorts on Filmmaker’s...

Disney+ Is After Local Productions for a Local Audience - Series Mania 2026 - Series Mania Forum
Angela Jain, Disney+’s new Head of Content for EMEA, used the Series Mania Forum to unveil an accelerated push of locally produced series across Europe. The streaming giant is commissioning comedies for 16‑34‑year‑olds, thrillers and documentaries, with titles such as...

First Trailer and Poster for Thriller BASIC PSYCH
British‑Irish VOD platforms will release the psychological thriller *Basic Psych* on April 21, 2026. Directed by Melissa Martin and written by James Tucker, the film follows a psychiatrist bound by confidentiality as he treats a paranoid murderer, pulling his family into...

Maika Monroe Confirms They Follow Is Her Next Job
Maika Monroe announced on the Happy Sad Confused Podcast that she will reprise her role as Jay Height in *They Follow*, the long‑awaited sequel to 2014’s cult horror hit *It Follows*. The film, written and directed by David Robert Mitchell,...

Review: On the Sea - Films / Reviews - UK
Helen Walsh’s second feature, *On the Sea*, follows Jack, a middle‑aged fisherman on Wales’ Anglesey, as he confronts a long‑suppressed queer identity after meeting a wandering handyman. The film debuted at the Edinburgh International Film Festival and has since screened...
The Campaign Already Made $38.6 Million Before the Launch. Here's Who Won.
The sequel to *The Devil Wears Prada* is set to debut on May 1, 2026, generating $38.6 million in Revenue on Brand Impact™ (RBI™) during its pre‑release buzz. Luxury brands that secured on‑set placements, led by Gabriela Hearst with $1.4 million RBI,...

Angela Summereder’s B Wie Bartleby Scoops Best Fiction Feature at the Diagonale - Diagonale 2026 – Awards
The Diagonale 2026 festival awarded its top fiction prize to Angela Summereder’s _B wie Bartleby_, praised for its blend of personal and collective storytelling. Tolga Karaaslan’s debut documentary _Baba, What’s Your Plan?_ captured Best Documentary and also secured the inaugural...

The Chilling True Story Behind Netflix Hit ‘Nuremberg’: Author Jack El-Hai on the Minds of History’s Worst War Criminals
Netflix’s new drama *Nuremberg* dramatizes the first of the post‑World War II trials, focusing on U.S. Army psychiatrist Douglas M. Kelley, who was the first military doctor to interview Nazi war criminals such as Hermann Göring. Author Jack El‑Hai, whose book *22 Cells in...

Netflix’s Kerri Strug Biopic ‘Perfect’ to Star Millie Bobby Brown to Begin Filming in June 2026
Netflix is developing the sports biopic "Perfect," chronicling Olympic gymnast Kerri Strug’s heroic 1996 vault. Millie Bobby Brown will write, produce and star as Strug, with filming slated for June 8‑July 29, 2026. The project is still under negotiation, and a release is expected...

Video: "The Testament of Ann Lee" - Trailer - Hulu
Hulu announced the March 31, 2026 streaming debut of "The Testament of Ann Lee," a period drama directed by award‑winning filmmaker Mona Fastvold. The film stars Amanda Seyfried as Ann Lee, the charismatic founder of the Shaker movement, and explores her pursuit...

The Pretty Lethal Ladies Served Quite a Buffet
The indie film "Pretty Lethal" follows a dysfunctional ballet troupe whose bus breaks down, forcing them to shelter and use their dance training to fend off an armed gang. The premise blends high‑octane action with classical dance, positioning the movie...

Rose - Marko Stojiljkovic - 20275
Markus Schleinzer’s new film *Rose* follows a woman who disguises herself as a man to fight in the Thirty Years’ War, motivated by personal opportunism rather than patriotism. Sandra Hüller’s nuanced performance anchors the story, while stark black‑and‑white cinematography amplifies...

Chimney Town: Frozen In Time - Amber Wilkinson - 20276
"Chimney Town: Frozen In Time" returns the pint‑sized sweep Lubicchi for a sequel that thrusts him into the surreal Millennium Fortress, a realm where clocks symbolize human lives. Director Yûsuke Hirota blends CGI with hand‑drawn animation, delivering richly detailed visuals...

A Clown Fought a Robot in 1897, and We Can Finally Watch It
A 45‑second 1897 short by Georges Méliès, titled *Gugusse et l'Automate*, has been recovered after more than a century of being presumed lost. The nitrate print surfaced in a Michigan archive and was painstakingly restored by the Library of Congress....

27 Oscar-Nominated Films That Used DaVinci Resolve for Editing, Grading, and VFX
Blackmagic Design released a list of 27 Oscar‑nominated films that used DaVinci Resolve for editing, color grading, visual effects, or audio post‑production. The titles span blockbusters, documentaries, and short films, illustrating Resolve’s reach across diverse genres. Colorists from leading post houses...

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Pretty Lethal” Director Vicky Jewson
The Next Best Picture Podcast released an interview with director Vicky Jewson about her action‑thriller "Pretty Lethal." The film follows a stranded ballet troupe battling armed gangsters, debuted at SXSW 2026, and stars Iris Apatow, Lana Condor, Millicent Simmonds, Maddie...

Netflix Spending Spree: ‘Prestige Envy,’ Cheap Hits — and an Ellison War to Come
Netflix is accelerating its content spend to $20 billion by 2026, adding a slate of high‑profile series, films and a new VFX studio in India. The push comes as Paramount‑Warner Bros. Discovery negotiates a $111 billion merger that could create a true...

Everything We Know About ‘Time Out,’ Adam Sandler’s Star-Studded New Netflix Thriller
Adam Sandler headlines Netflix’s upcoming thriller “Time Out,” a psychological family drama directed, written and produced by Scott Cooper. The film is a remake of the 2001 French movie “L’Emploi du temps” and features a star‑studded cast that includes Willem Dafoe,...

‘The Old Stories: Moses’ Trailer – Ben Kingsley Stars in ‘House of David’ Companion Series
Wonder Project released the trailer for “The Old Stories: Moses,” a three‑part companion series to the faith‑driven drama “House of David.” Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley headlines as Moses, with O‑T Fagbenle playing Pharaoh and a supporting cast that includes Louis Ferreira...

Jo Nesbø, Tobias Santelmann, Joel Kinnerman & Ellen Helinder on Bringing Harry Hole to Life in Netflix’s Detective Hole
Netflix will stream "Detective Hole," a new adaptation of Jo Nesbø’s Harry Hole novels, globally on March 26 2026. The series stars Tobias Santelmann as the tormented Oslo detective, with a supporting cast that includes Joel Kinnaman and Ellen Helinder. Nesbø co‑writes the show, aiming to...

Eren the Southpaw by Toshimasa Suzuki Trailer
Japanese anime "Eren the Southpaw" directed by Toshimasa Suzuki and produced by Signal.MD and Production I.G premieres on Japanese television on April 7, 2026. The story follows Koichi Asakura, an unrecognized ad‑agency designer, and Eren Yamagishi, a left‑handed graffiti prodigy in New...

Anniversary Review (2026 Kinoteka Polish Film Festival)
Jan Komasa’s English‑language debut, Anniversary, premiered at the Kinoteka Polish Film Festival and is now streaming on Netflix. The dystopian drama follows a politically divided DC family as a fascist movement, The Change, rises from a controversial thesis, leading to...

Paul Walter Hauser Cast in Netflix’s Live-Action ‘Scooby-Doo’ Series
Netflix announced that Paul Walter Hauser will appear as a series regular in its upcoming live‑action Scooby‑Doo series. The untitled show reimagines the classic franchise with a darker, serialized tone focused on the gang’s formative summer at camp. Hauser joins...

Serpent’s Path: An Unseen Revenge Drama From Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Imperial Era
Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s 1998 revenge thriller *Serpent’s Path* finally receives a US theatrical rollout, opening at New York’s IFC Center and expanding nationwide through April, paired with his experimental 2024 short *Chime*. The film was shot in a single week as...

Trailer – “Forgotten Island”
Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation have dropped the first trailer for the upcoming animated feature “Forgotten Island,” slated for a theatrical debut on September 25, 2026. The film follows two Filipino‑American teens who stumble through a portal onto Nakali, an...

Big Girls Don’t Cry Review (2026 BFI Flare)
Big Girls Don’t Cry, a New Zealand coming‑of‑age drama directed by first‑time filmmaker Paloma Schneideman, premiered at BFI Flare on March 26, 28 and 29, 2026. The film follows 14‑year‑old Sid, played by newcomer Ani Palmer, as she navigates sexuality, friendship and family in a...

New Trailer and Poster for Sci-Fi Thriller BOREALIS
The new trailer for the Puerto Rican sci‑fi thriller *Borealis* debuted this month, showcasing director Heixan Robles' vision of a world erased by a massive solar flare. The film follows Thalía, played by Gretza Merced, who awakens with a fresh...

Taron Egerton Hunts Charlize Theron in New APEX Trailer
Netflix released a new trailer for the survival thriller Apex, starring Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur and scripted by Jeremy Robbins, the film follows Theron's grieving climber confronting a relentless predator in the Australian wilderness. Apex...

Girl Judge by Ryu Kwang Hyun Trailer
Ryu Kwang Hyun’s upcoming film *Girl Judge* follows high‑school student Min A, who secretly protects classmates from bullies while juggling a double life. The trailer, released by director Tobiasz Dunin, highlights a blend of comedy, action, and a subtle love...

Michael Mando Joins Gundam Liive-Action Cast
Netflix confirmed a live‑action adaptation of the classic anime *Mobile Suit Gundam*, directed by Jim Mickle. Michael Mando joins the ensemble alongside Sydney Sweeney, Noah Centineo and Jason Clarke, with Legendary producing. Mickle replaced Jordan Vogt‑Roberts, and the film is slated for a Netflix release that could...

Amaran (2024) by Rajkumar Periasamy Film Review
Rajkumar Periasamy’s 2024 biopic "Amaran" chronicles Indian Army Major Mukund Varadarajan’s valor and family life, starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi. The film excels in technical execution, especially its kinetic counter‑insurgency sequences and precise editing. However, the narrative loses focus in...

New to Prime Video - THE LAST DUEL
Ridley Scott’s historical drama *The Last Duel* arrives on Prime Video UK, retelling the 1386 duel that ended France’s legal dueling tradition. The film adopts a Rashomon‑style structure, presenting the same incident through the eyes of knight Jean de Carrouges,...

New to Netflix - A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE
Netflix has added the prequel *A Quiet Place: Day One* to its streaming lineup, marking the third entry in the franchise and the first directed by Michael Sarnoski. The film follows hospice patient Sam (Lupita Nyong’o) and a nervous English student...

Whispers in May (2026) by Chen Dongnan Documentary Review
"Whispers in May," a docufiction by Chen Dongnan, follows 14‑year‑old Qihuo in the remote Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture as she journeys on foot to secure a ceremonial skirt, confronting early marriage pressures and factory work prospects. The film blends handheld...

Pink Narcissus (1971) Bfi Flare 2026
The British Film Institute has unveiled a 4K restoration of James Bidgood’s 1971 underground masterpiece *Pink Narcissus*, premiering at the BFI LGBT Flare Festival. The painstaking upgrade preserves the original 8mm grain while enhancing sound with classical scores and newly...

Can Cinema LED Scale? Samsung Bets Trilith Cinemas Can Help Prove It
Samsung has equipped Trilith Cinemas in Georgia with its Onyx direct‑view LED system, deploying a 14‑meter flagship screen and several smaller panels across nine luxury auditoriums. The installation meets the latest DCI standards, marking the first multiplex‑scale rollout of cinema‑grade...

Empire Of Lies - Jennie Kermode - 20273
Empire of Lies, Matthew Hope’s low‑budget thriller, unfolds with just two actors, a caravan and an open field. Joseph Millson and Natalie Spence deliver a tense, balanced performance that sustains the film’s suspense. The review notes a looming twist and...

The Live-Action Moana Trailer Looks Gray, Lifeless, and Nipple-Free
Disney released a first look at its live-action adaptation of Moana, but the trailer has drawn criticism for its muted color palette and lifeless CGI water. The visual style departs sharply from the vibrant animation that defined the 2016 original,...

Rege-Jean Page Is Doing Romance Again
Rege‑Jean Page, the breakout star of Netflix’s period drama "Bridgerton," is returning to romance with the upcoming rom‑com "You, Me, and Tuscany." He will headline opposite rising talent Halle Bailey in a story set in a Tuscan villa that promises misunderstandings...

Sci-Fi Thriller ‘The Great Flood’ Wraps Up 91-Day Netflix Run: #5 In All-Time Top 10
Netflix’s South Korean sci‑fi disaster film *The Great Flood* completed its 91‑day premiere window as the platform’s fifth‑most‑watched non‑English movie ever, logging 86.6 million views and 157.3 million hours watched. The title topped daily Top 10 charts worldwide and lingered for months, breaking...

Korean Spy Thriller ‘Humint’ Lands Unexpected Netflix Release for March 2026
Netflix announced it will stream the South Korean espionage action film *Humint* globally on March 31, 2026, after acquiring the exclusive rights in a surprise last‑minute deal. The movie, written and directed by Ryoo Seung‑wan, concludes his unofficial “Overseas Location”...

Disc Jockeys: Music, Coffee & Movies at Hamden’s Best Video
Best Video, a Hamden, Connecticut video store, transitioned to a non‑profit in 2015 to counter streaming‑driven decline. By adding a coffee shop, live‑music nights, a kids’ room and regular screenings, it re‑established itself as a community hub. The store now...

Netflix Sets ‘13 Going on 30’ Movie Reboot; Emily Bader and Logan Lerman To Headline
Netflix has officially entered development on a reboot of the 2004 rom‑com *13 Going on 30*, attaching rising stars Emily Bader and Logan Lerman as leads and enlisting original star Jennifer Garner as an executive producer. Veteran Netflix director Brett...

Inside Man at 20: How Spike Lee Put a Crew Together to Pull Off a Brilliant Heist
Spike Lee’s 2006 heist thriller *Inside Man* marks its 20‑year anniversary, showcasing a rare convergence of A‑list talent—Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, Jodie Foster, Willem Dafoe—and Lee’s signature visual flair. The film weaves classic robbery mechanics with pointed social commentary, from...

Crunchyroll Unveils Massive Spring 2026 Anime Lineup Including “Witch Hat Atelier,” “Dorohedoro” Season 2, “One Piece,” And More
Crunchyroll revealed its Spring 2026 anime slate, debuting on March 28 with more than 30 titles across genres. The lineup mixes heavyweight continuations—including One Piece’s Elbaph Arc, Dorohedoro Season 2, and Re:ZERO Season 4—with fresh series such as Witch Hat Atelier and Snowball Earth. Weekly simulcasts...

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) on Demand This Week
This week’s VOD lineup spans Italian drama, Serbian horror, and a Japanese‑inspired MMA story, with most titles earning middling grades. Brian Austin Green’s counterfeit‑currency thriller "Golden" and Billy Zane’s meta‑horror "Int. Hallway / Night" both receive C‑range scores for weak...

New French Rom-Com ‘Promets-Moi’ In Production at Netflix: Everything We Know
Netflix France has begun filming the romantic comedy "Promets‑Moi" in Lyon, with principal photography starting March 3. The story follows Nina, a piano prodigy battling an autoimmune disease, who finds hope through Gabriel, a medical intern. Directed by Nicolas Cuche, known...