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Spanish filmmaker Irene Bartolomé’s first documentary feature, *Dream of Another Summer*, explores memory, absence and urban scars in post‑explosion Beirut. The trailer debuted as the film prepares for its world‑premiere in the NEXT:WAVE Competition at CPH:DOX (11‑22 March). Bartolomé, who lived in Beirut for six years, blends documentary and fiction to examine how destroyed buildings mirror wounded bodies. The project is co‑produced by Spanish and Lebanese studios with extensive EU and cultural institution support.
Greek producer Evi Stamou, founder of Maketa Media, discusses her politically driven documentary practice and hybrid filmmaking approach. She highlights the company’s focus on emerging directors, festival premieres, grassroots screenings, and digital distribution to reach young, engaged audiences. Stamou also...
Gus Van Sant’s new film *Dead Man’s Wire* blends dark comedy with true‑crime suspense, set in 1970s Indianapolis. Bill Skarsgård stars as disgruntled developer Tony Kiritsis, who holds mortgage broker Richard Hall hostage with a “dead man’s wire” tied to...
Slovak director Tomáš Krupa’s new documentary *We Have to Survive* premiered in Thessaloniki’s Open Horizons section, following climate‑adaptation stories in four distant locales: North Carolina’s Outer Banks, Mongolia’s Gobi Desert, Australia’s underground town Coober Pedy, and Greenland’s fishing villages. The film adopts a...
The Wizard of the Kremlin, premiering at the 2026 Glasgow Film Festival, dramatizes the rise of Vladimir Putin through the fictional lens of Vadim Baranov, a former artist turned political fixer. Directed by Olivier Assayas, the two‑hour‑twenty‑minute film follows Baranov...
Paolo Sorrentino’s latest drama, "La Grazia," follows aging Italian President Mariano De Santis as he wrestles with a controversial euthanasia bill and personal doubts about his late wife’s affair. Toni Servillo delivers a restrained performance that anchors the film’s contemplative...
The Faithful: Women of the Bible is a Disney+ original that re‑centers biblical epics on female protagonists, beginning with Sarah and Hagar in Genesis. Minnie Driver humanizes Sarah while Natacha Karam delivers a vulnerable Hagar, framing their story as an...
“Return Offer” is a micro‑drama on the Watch Club platform that follows interns vying for a full‑time role at an AI start‑up, leaning heavily on racialized stereotypes and non‑meritocratic power plays. The series mixes Zoom‑style filming with Instagram‑style audience polls,...
Adolfo Borinaga Alix Jr.'s "Wildlife" (Kalayaan) debuted at Cinemalaya 2012 and captured the NETPAC Award at the Warsaw Film Festival. The film follows Julian, a Filipino soldier stranded on a remote island, as he confronts isolation, trauma, and an unseen...
Children No More: Were and Are Gone, a 36‑minute documentary by Hilla Medalia, follows a group of Israelis holding weekly silent vigils in Tel Aviv after a March 2025 airstrike killed 193 children in Gaza. The film juxtaposes the mournful ceremony—photographs...
The documentary *The Devil Is Busy*, co‑directed by Geeta Gandbhir and Christalyn Hampton, follows a single day at an Atlanta women’s health clinic, exposing the intense security measures required for abortion care. It centers on Tracii, the clinic’s head of...
Jennifer M. Kroot’s documentary *Hunky Jesus* examines the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a queer‑focused ministry that emerged in San Francisco in 1979. By weaving archival footage with contemporary interviews, the film shows how the Sisters turned drag, humor, and ritual into...
The Land Of Sometimes is a family‑fantasy film starring Ewan McGregor, Helena Bonham‑Carter and a cameo by Mel Brooks, backed by Terry Davies’ West‑End‑style musical score. The story follows twins Elise and Alfie as they chase a wish‑granting watch into a precarious island...
Family at Large, originally filmed as “Reindeer” in 2019, re‑emerged in 2025 as a bleak crime thriller set in the frozen wilderness of Northeast China. The plot follows ex‑convict Zhu Shao Yu (Hu Ge), a pregnant woman (Vicky Chen) and a mute...
Alain Guiraudie’s latest photographic series debuted at Paris’s Crèvecœur gallery as part of the 58th Directors’ Fortnight in 2026. The exhibition features a stark, naked figure wandering a forest, echoing the director’s cinematic themes of nature, desire, and myth. Guiraudie,...
The new trailer for *Dune: Part Three* showcases the franchise’s signature scale and confirms a December 18, 2026 release, positioning it as a potential awards‑season tentpole. Simultaneously, Warner Bros. is on the brink of an $800 million acquisition by Skydance, a...
Judd Apatow’s upcoming Netflix documentary, titled "Norm: The Tale Of Norm Macdonald," moves closer to release after receiving an R rating for language and sexual references. The film joins Apatow’s growing slate of comedy‑focused documentaries, including profiles of Garry Shandling...
Adam Sandler, long known for SNL sketches and low‑brow comedies, has experienced a career renaissance highlighted by his performance in the Safdie Brothers’ thriller Uncut Gems. The turning point began with his heartfelt Netflix tribute song “Farley,” which reminded audiences...
Frameline, the nonprofit behind San Francisco’s International LGBTQ+ Film Festival, announced its 2026 Completion Fund grantees, supporting six diverse projects ranging from documentary features to experimental shorts. The fund, which has allocated $717,500 to 203 films since its 1991 inception, highlights...
A vertical teaser for *Dune: Part Three* has been released, showcasing a tall, skinny format that aligns with Denis Villeneuve’s preference for expansive horizons. The teaser’s narrow aspect ratio emphasizes height over width, sparking debate among fans about visual storytelling....
Kunsang Kyirong’s debut feature "100 Sunset" premiered in Toronto, earning an Honorable Mention for the Best Canadian Discovery award before screening in Tokyo. The film follows Kunsel, a withdrawn Tibetan‑Canadian teen, as she navigates cultural dislocation, petty rebellion, and a...
Lionsgate UK announced that the BBC comedy Ghosts will debut on the big screen as Ghosts: The Possession of Button House on 23 October 2026. The film reunites the original ensemble cast and is directed by Simon Hynd, with Monumental Television producing...
Apple TV+ unveiled the trailer for “Outcome,” a dark comedy directed by Jonah Hill and starring Keanu Reeves, slated for a global launch on April 10, 2026. The film follows Reeves’ character, Hollywood icon Reef Hawk, whose polished image unravels...
Louis Theroux’s new Netflix documentary “Inside the Manosphere” examines extremist male subcultures. Through minimalist questioning, Theroux exposes how men rarely hold each other morally accountable, treating criticism as feminine weakness. The film shows that this silence enables misogyny, hate speech,...
Gaumont announced that its 2025 consolidated revenue remained flat at roughly €350 million, matching the prior year’s performance. The studio reported a modest 3% rise in domestic box‑office receipts, offset by a 2% decline in international markets. Streaming and ancillary revenues...
Un Pour Tous Productions announced significant progress on three flagship properties: a new Lucky Luke animated series slated for global streaming, a reboot of The Mysterious Cities of Gold in partnership with French broadcasters, and an expanded English digital release of the Hunter x Hunter manga. The...
Vuelta, founded three years ago by Jérôme Lévy and David Atlan Jackson, unites eleven leading European film companies into a single production and distribution network. The consortium pools capital, talent and market access, targeting roughly €500 million of content investment each...
Vertigo Releasing announced that the psychological horror "Undertone" will hit UK cinemas on 10 April, accompanied by a chilling new trailer. The film marks the feature debut of writer‑director Ian Tuason and blends slow‑burn psychological dread with supernatural intrigue. It stars...
Sky has unveiled a first‑look image for its upcoming limited series, now titled “Possession,” previously known as “Inheritance.” The five‑part thriller, created by Karla Crome and directed by Storm Saulter, stars Gugu Mbatha‑Raw, Jonny Lee Miller, Sheldon Shepherd and Bel Powley. Set across the UK...
Thai auteur Pen‑Ek Ratanaruang returns with the 2025 thriller “Morte Cucina,” premiering at Helsinki’s Cine Aasia festival. The film follows Sao, a Muslim‑origin chef who exacts revenge on her childhood oppressor using her culinary mastery, intertwining flashbacks of community persecution...
Netflix will hold limited theatrical screenings of the first two episodes of its new animated series "Stranger Things: Tales from ’85" on April 18 across 34 U.S. theaters and select venues. Tickets become available March 18 at 8 AM PT through AMC, and...
Netflix announced a new true‑crime documentary titled “The Crash,” premiering on May 15, 2026. The film recounts a 2024 Ohio crash where 17‑year‑old driver Mackenzie Shirilla collided with a brick building, killing two passengers. Directed by Gareth Johnson and produced by RAW,...
Scott Mendelson has released his annual "most critical release" list, naming one flagship film for each major studio in 2026. The selections focus on domestic theatrical performance, reflecting heightened scrutiny as studios undergo consolidation. Mendelson emphasizes that the chosen titles...
In episode 189 of The Seventh Row podcast, Alex Heeney spotlights three Berlinale 2026 films directed by women: Elle Sofe Sara’s Sámi musical *Arrú*, Sandulela Asanda’s queer South African drama *Black Burns Fast*, and Sophie Heldman’s 19th‑century period piece *The Education of Jane...
Alex Prager’s sci‑fi drama DreamQuil premiered at SXSW, exploring an AI‑driven personal assistant that supplants a mother’s role, with Elizabeth Banks playing both the human Carol and her AI double. The screenplay, co‑written with her sister during the pandemic, blends...
The Culturework post lambasts the Oscars 2027 ceremony, calling its production a "Kieran Culkin level of effort"—minimal yet overly brief. It highlights the perceived snub of rising star Jacob Elordi and critiques the show’s lack of substantive moments. The author...
Filipino crime drama Lanaya, directed by Clyde Capistrano, earned Best International Film and Best Music Score at the Saskatchewan International Film Festival and later screened at the Sinag Maynila Film Festival. The film, a product of a mentor‑mentee partnership with...
Fifteen is a horror‑drama that follows two 14‑year‑old girls, Ligia and Mayet, as their quinceañera approaches while a supernatural pregnancy transforms their lives. The film blends visceral gore with the anxieties of adolescence, using the myth of La Llorona to...
Eructation, a six‑minute documentary directed by Victoria Trow, follows Oregonian Kaylee Kotlins as she trains to break the world record for the loudest female belch, currently 107.3 decibels. The film employs meticulous set dressing, Wes Anderson‑inspired visuals, and precise sound...
Pizza Movie premiered at SXSW 2026, following two college misfits who stumble upon a mysterious designer drug while waiting for a pizza delivered by a stair‑incapable robot. The film starts as a series of disjointed comedy sketches but gradually coalesces...
Released in 1985, "The Dagger of Kamui" is a Rintaro‑directed, Madhouse‑produced historical adventure that blends ninja action with the Bakumatsu and early Meiji era. The film weaves real figures such as Saigo Takamori, Mark Twain and Geronimo into a fictional...
The Next Best Picture Podcast released a preview episode delivering immediate reactions to the 98th Academy Awards. The hosts highlighted standout moments such as Autumn Durald Arkapaw becoming the first female winner of Best Cinematography, a rare tie, and memorable...
The Devil Wears Prada 2 arrives May 1, 2026, reuniting Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci and Anne Hathaway’s Andy Sachs. Adrian Grenier, who played Andy’s boyfriend Nate, confirmed he was not asked to return, citing possible fan backlash. Grenier expressed disappointment but...
"Holy Ground" is Michael Jolls’ documentary that chronicles Chicago’s Catholic heritage from the 1600s French settlements through the mid‑20th century. The film weaves archival footage, expert historians, and a choir soundtrack to illustrate how religion shaped neighborhoods, parishes, and suburban...
SXSW 2026 highlighted three genre‑focused films starring Severance leads Britt Lower and Adam Scott. Sender, a claustrophobic psychological thriller, leans on Lower’s performance as a woman haunted by endless deliveries. The Saviors offers a darkly comic satire of xenophobic paranoia featuring Scott amid...
Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) is spotlighting Taiwanese talent at this year’s Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) with a star‑studded Taiwan Spotlight Showcase on March 18. The agency is presenting 243 titles—115 feature films and 128 TV...
Munro Films released a trailer for "Don’t Be Prey," a documentary that follows one man’s quest to complete the Oceans Seven, the elite marathon swimming challenge spanning five continents. The film, directed by Jeff W. Tseng, premieres nationwide on March...
Polish director Jan Komasa’s dark thriller “The Good Boy” premiered at the Kinoteka Polish Film Festival on March 11 and will open across UK cinemas from March 20 via Signature Entertainment. The film stars Stephen Graham, Andrea Riseborough and newcomer Anson Boon,...
Finnish director Karin Pennanen’s debut feature documentary Days of Wonder chronicles her reclusive uncle Markku’s hidden archive of paintings, music and film notes, turning his solitary legacy into a post‑humous conversation. The film blends Super 8, VHS and digital footage in a...
Gaya Jiji's second feature, Pieces of a Foreign Life, premiered at the Bergamo Film Meeting, portraying a Syrian woman's exile through intimate melodrama rather than overt political rhetoric. The film follows Selma, played by Zar Amir, as she navigates asylum...
