‘John Wick’s Donnie Yen Begins Production On ‘Caine’ Standalone Film: “Here We Go”
Donnie Yen announced the start of production on a Caine standalone film, also serving as its director. The blind assassin, introduced in John Wick: Chapter 4, returns to protect his daughter while confronting the High Table. The John Wick franchise recently topped $1 billion in box‑office revenue, prompting Lionsgate to develop spin‑offs such as Ballerina, an anime prequel, and the upcoming series Under the High Table. Yen’s project expands the universe beyond the core saga and signals a broader franchise strategy.
Kunchacko Boban, Lijomol Jose Thriller Title Set as ‘Unmadham,’ Release Date Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE)
Indian production houses T‑Series and Panorama Studios announced the Malayalam psychological thriller “Unmadham,” starring Kunchacko Boban and Lijomol Jose. The film marks editor‑turned‑director Kiran Das’s feature debut, with a screenplay by National Film Award‑winner Shahi Kabir. Set around a police constable reopening a cold...
Fact-Checking ‘Michael’: What the Biopic Gets Right and Wrong About Michael Jackson
The new biopic "Michael" attempts to dramatize Michael Jackson’s rise, family conflict, and cultural impact while navigating legal constraints imposed by the Jackson estate. Fact‑checking shows the film gets several key details right—Joseph Jackson’s belt abuse and the real‑life truce...
Haitian Woman Judged by Bible Instead of Law Focus of Documentary ‘Job 1:21,’ Winner of Visions Du Réel Award
Haitian filmmaker Samuel Suffren’s debut documentary “Job 1:21” won a top award at the Visions du Réel market forum in Switzerland. The film chronicles the story of Aline, a woman held in pre‑trial detention for five years and later judged by...
‘Searching For Drug Peace’ Trailer: Hot Docs Film Explores “Daring Reform Activist” Waging War On The War On Drugs
The documentary *Searching for Drug Peace* will debut at Hot Docs in Toronto on April 28, 2026, chronicling activist Dana Larsen’s battle against the North American War on Drugs. The film highlights the staggering overdose toll—nearly 80,000 deaths in the U.S. in...
Inside Trump and David Ellison’s Private Party in Washington
Paramount Pictures CEO David Ellison hosted a private dinner in Washington that included President Donald Trump, senior administration officials, and CBS News executives as the studio seeks federal approval for its $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Attendees also included...
AGON: Giulio Bertelli’s Debut Film Reframes Sport as Something Stranger and More Political
Italian director Giulio Bertelli’s debut feature *AGON* arrives on April 24, branding itself as “techno neorealism.” The film follows a female fencer, played by Olympic gold‑medalist Alice Bellandi, as she navigates a sport stripped of crowds, ceremonies and media framing. Bertelli, a...
Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner Are Apparently Starring in Smile Director's Possession Remake
Paramount is moving forward with a remake of Andrzej Żuławski’s 1981 cult horror Possession, enlisting Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner as the leads. The project is helmed by Parker Finn, the director of the recent hit Smile, and was first hinted at...
Exclusive: Netflix’s Gears of War Movie Is Taking Time to Get It Right
Netflix is developing a live‑action Gears of War movie with director David Leitch, announced in 2025. 87North Productions’ co‑producer Kelly McCormick says the project is deep in the writing phase, prioritizing faithful character and world building over speed. The team...
How Did We End Up With Michael?
Antoine Fuqua’s Michael biopic, starring Jaafar Jackson as his uncle, was originally planned for a 1993 release but now focuses on the artist’s 1988 rise. The film omits any reference to the late star’s child‑abuse allegations because a settlement clause...
Battlefield Movie Coming From Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan is teaming with director Christopher McQuarrie to develop a film adaptation of Electronic Arts' Battlefield franchise. McQuarrie will write, direct and produce while Jordan will produce and may star, with EA also listed as a producer. The project is being...
The 10 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend
Vulture’s weekend roundup highlights ten must‑watch titles, headlined by Anne Hathaway’s new pop‑star film “Mother Mary.” The movie, directed by David Lowery, draws inspiration from Taylor Swift’s rise and features original songs from Jack Antonoff, Charli XCX and FKA Twigs. The list also...
‘Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard And Soft’ To Premiere At Westwood Village Theatre Before Venue’s Fall Renovations
Paramount’s James Cameron‑directed concert film "Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)" will premiere on May 6 at the historic Westwood Village Theatre, a 95‑year‑old landmark operated by the American Cinematheque. Dolby has upgraded the venue’s...
Michael B. Jordan to Make Battlefield Movie that Definitely Won't Just Look Like Every Other War Film
Michael B. Jordan and acclaimed filmmaker Christopher McQuarrie are developing a film adaptation of Electronic Arts' long‑running Battlefield franchise. McQuarrie will write, direct and produce, while Jordan will produce and could also star. The move follows Battlefield 6 becoming the best‑selling video...
Kino Lorber Issuing 1991 Sean Young Thriller ‘A Kiss Before Dying’ on Blu-Ray May 12
Kino Lorber announced a Blu‑ray release of the 1991 romance thriller *A Kiss Before Dying* slated for May 12, 2026. The film, adapted from Ira Levin’s novel and directed by James Dearden, stars Sean Young, Matt Dillon and Max von Sydow. The edition...