The Must-See Foreign-Language Titles at Cannes Film Festival 2026
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival spotlighted non‑Hollywood cinema, with Spanish, Polish, Farsi, French and Flemish titles dominating the conversation. Pedro Almodóvar’s *Amarga Navidad* led the buzz, while Paweł Pawlikowski, Asghar Farhadi, Hirokazu Kore‑eda and Lukas Dhont presented ambitious works that explore identity, ethics and technology. The shift reflects lingering writers’ and actors’ strikes, costly LA production, and a broader fatigue with U.S. cinematic exceptionalism. Hollywood entries remain, but they no longer set the agenda on the Croisette.
Disha Patani’s Hollywood Debut The Portal Of Force Trailer Out & It’s Packed With Action
Disha Patani's first Hollywood film, The Portal of Force, has released its trailer, showcasing a supernatural battle between the Statiguards and Holiguards. Patani plays Jessica, the Chosen One whose lineage ties both factions, positioning her as a pivotal figure in...
Rafe Spall to Lead The Death of Sherlock Holmes Series
Rafe Spall has been cast as Sherlock Holmes in the upcoming series *The Death of Sherlock Holmes*, slated for a 2027 premiere. The show, created by Claudia Bluemhuber and co‑produced by Sky, Silver Reel, ARD Degeto, Umedia and Sphere Abacus, explores the...
Andy Weir Thinks These Sci-Fi Flops Almost Stopped The Martian Movie From Getting Made
Andy Weir warned that a string of box‑office failures – from *Mars Attacks!* to *John Carter* – had created a "Mars curse" that could have blocked Ridley Scott’s 2015 adaptation of his novel *The Martian*. The film defied the trend,...
‘Hrithik Roshan Said Kick Me if Needed; He Was in Wet Mud’: Amit Behl Recalls Lakshya Shoot
Amit Behl recalled his experience shooting the 2004 film *Lakshya*, highlighting a memorable scene where Hrithik Roshan allowed himself to be kicked while covered in mud. Director Farhan Akhtar kept every take of Behl’s performance, refusing to edit him out—a contrast to earlier...
When Will Mortal Kombat 2 Come to Streaming, HBO Max, Blu-Ray, and DVD?
Warner Bros. is expected to roll out the sequel Mortal Kombat II on digital platforms in early June 2026, followed by a Blu‑ray/DVD launch in July. The film will likely debut on HBO Max in late July, mirroring the studio’s recent 30‑day...
‘Stars Buy Their Own Tickets Worth Rs 18 Cr on Opening Weekend’: ‘Block Booking’ Hits Tamil Film Industry
The Tamil film industry is now using large‑scale block bookings, with stars and producers purchasing tickets worth roughly ₹18 crore (about $2.2 million) during an opening weekend to fabricate a ₹100 crore ($12 million) box‑office image. Producer Dhananjayan says actors spend up to ₹10 crore...
Samba TV: ‘Apex’ Tops Weekly Streaming Viewership Through May 3
Netflix’s thriller Apex claimed the No. 1 spot on Samba TV’s weekly streaming chart for the week of April 27‑May 3, shortly after its April 24 debut. The ranking follows HBO’s Euphoria at No. 2, Netflix’s true‑crime documentary ‘Should I Marry a Murderer?’ at No. 3,...
Amazon MGM Studios Plans Major Berkshire Site Revamp
Amazon MGM Studios announced a major revamp of Bray Studios in Berkshire, adding a multi‑storey car park, six new sound stages, a café, visitor hub, farm shop, and a new roundabout. The company says the redevelopment will support roughly 3,200...
Miranda Priestly Is Still My Hero
The Devil Wears Prada 2 opened with roughly US$250 million, delivering lavish couture set‑pieces and a soundtrack featuring Lady Gaga, Raye, and Doechii. While critics faulted its uneven tone and an over‑caffeinated Anne Hathaway, audiences responded warmly, especially to the film’s visual splendor. Central to...
Matt Damon, Ben Affleck Production Company Sued by Narcotics Officers Over Portrayal in Netflix Thriller ‘The Rip’
Miami-Dade narcotics officers who seized nearly $22 million in 2016 have filed a federal defamation lawsuit against Artists Equity, the production company founded by Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, and co‑producer Falco Pictures. The suit alleges that Netflix’s thriller “The Rip,”...
‘Labyrinth’ Review: Legendary ‘Macross’ Creator Spends Too Much Time on Social Media
Legendary Macross creator Shōji Kawamori releases his first feature film in over 40 years, “Labyrinth.” The sci‑fi drama follows teenage influencer Shiori who, after a viral mishap, becomes trapped inside her smartphone as a hollow sticker avatar. While the movie...
Oasis Documentary to Show First Gallagher Brothers Interview in 25 Years
Oasis brothers Noel and Liam have given their first joint interview in 25 years for a new feature‑length documentary about their 2025 global reunion tour. Disney, in partnership with Sony Music Vision and Magna Studios, will release the film on...
Doc ‘Remi Milligan: Lost Director’ Due on Blu-Ray Disc May 26 From BayView
BayView Entertainment announced that the documentary *Remi Milligan: Lost Director* will hit Blu‑ray on May 26, 2026. The film, directed by Samuel Lodato, chronicles the career of cult‑maker Remi Milligan and investigates his mysterious disappearance in 2006. Featuring interviews with Yoshi...
One Of The Best Neo-Noir Crime Thrillers Of The 21st Century Is Streaming On Paramount Plus
Paramount+ has added Bong Joon‑ho’s 2003 neo‑noir crime thriller “Memories of Murder” to its library. The film dramatizes South Korea’s first known serial‑killer case and blends gritty investigation with dark humor. Critics credit it with pioneering the revisionist serial‑killer genre...
Backrooms Reactions Praise Unique & Original A24 Horror Movie
A24’s horror film Backrooms premiered on May 29, 2026, sparking a wave of enthusiastic social‑media reactions. Viewers praised its atmospheric tension, yellow‑tinged 90s‑style visuals, and the strong performances of Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve. Early buzz suggests the movie could...
Jacob Elordi Backed to Be in "Pole Position" To Be the Next James Bond
Following Daniel Craig’s departure, speculation about his successor has intensified. Journalist Marina Hyde reported that Australian actor Jacob Elordi has moved into the “pole position” in betting markets for the next James Bond. At 28, Elordi’s youthful profile aligns with MGM’s...
‘Linda Perry: Let It Die Here’ Timed To New Album, Tony Leung In ‘Silent Friend’, ‘Blue Film’ & ‘Influenced’ –...
Indie theaters this weekend showcase a slate of limited‑release titles, from Ildikó Enyedi’s critically‑acclaimed drama *Silent Friend* to Elliott Tuttle’s erotic thriller *Blue Film*. A new documentary, *Linda Perry: Let It Die Here*, premieres alongside Perry’s first solo album in...
What To Watch This Weekend: New Shows And Movies To Stream On Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV And More
Forbes’ weekend guide highlights a surge of new titles across major streaming platforms, from Netflix’s four‑part *Lord of the Flies* adaptation to Prime Video’s *Citadel* Season 2. The list also features genre‑spanning releases such as Starz’s *Amadeus*, HBO Max’s Japanese martial‑arts...
‘Mortal Kombat II’ & ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ In Smackdown At Weekend Box Office With $40M-$42M Apiece
The weekend box office is a dead‑heat between New Line’s $40‑$42 million opening of Mortal Kombat II and 20th Century Studios’ Devil Wears Prada 2, which earned a similar $40‑$42 million total. Prada 2 posted a 45‑48% second‑day drop but already surpassed the original’s $326 million worldwide gross, reaching...
‘Mortal Kombat II’ Streaming: When Movie Should Arrive On Digital And HBO Max
Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema launched Mortal Kombat II in theaters on May 6, 2026, generating $5.2 million from 3,200 preview venues and expanding to 3,500 screens nationwide. The R‑rated sequel follows a one‑month theatrical‑to‑PVOD window, positioning a digital release around June 9, 2026, though a...
Despite The Trailers, Johnny Cage Isn't The Main Character In Mortal Kombat II
Warner Bros.’ "Mortal Kombat II" shifts the spotlight from the heavily marketed Johnny Cage to Kitana, who emerges as the film’s true protagonist. The movie opens with a flashback to Edenia, establishing Kitana’s conflicted loyalty and her covert alliance with Raiden....
Matthew Lillard’s Shaggy Appearing in James Gunn’s DCU Wouldn’t Break Canon
James Gunn’s upcoming DCU film Man of Tomorrow listed Matthew Lillard among its cast, sparking jokes that he might appear as his iconic live‑action role, Shaggy Rogers. The speculation taps into Warner Bros. Discovery’s ownership of both DC Comics and...
‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Struts Past Original Movie At Global Box Office; Fashion Franchise Soon Passing $700M WW
The Devil Wears Prada 2 has eclipsed the original’s $326.5 M lifetime, pulling in $324 M worldwide through its first ten days. It opened with $101.8 M domestically and $222.2 M from overseas, putting the franchise on track to exceed $700 M. The sequel is neck‑and‑neck...
This Actress Is the New Frontrunner for the 2027 Oscars
Norwegian actress Renate Reinsve has emerged as the early favorite to win the Best Lead Actress Oscar in 2027, according to a Kalshi betting market that shows her at a 30% probability. The odds stem from buzz around her Cannes‑contending...
‘Hamnet’s Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal to Reunite in New “Outlaw Romance”
Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, fresh from their Oscar‑winning collaboration on *Hamnet*, will reunite in the outlaw romance *Hold On To Your Angels*. Directed and written by Benh Zeitlin—renowned for the Oscar‑nominated *Beasts of the Southern Wild*—production kicks off in...
Guillermo Del Toro Teases His Adaptation Of Kazuo Ishiguro’s ‘The Buried Giant’ At BFI Career Talk: “A Fascinatingly Difficult Stop-Motion...
Guillermo del Toro used his recent BFI Fellowship appearance to unveil a new stop‑motion adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel “The Buried Giant.” The project, written with Dennis Kelly and featuring a returning Ron Perlman, will be produced for Netflix and is described as a “fascinatingly...
LA Vertical Drama Market Panelists Discuss Evolution, Creation and Explosion of New Mobile Medium
The second LA Vertical Drama Market convened May 7‑10, where panelists examined the rapid rise of 9:16 vertical microdramas designed for mobile phones. Creators cite the Hollywood strike and post‑COVID mobile dependence as catalysts that shifted talent from traditional TV...
New Nielsen Report Shows How Asian and Asian-American Content Has Gone Mainstream
Nielsen’s 2026 “The Crossover Effect: AANHPI Audiences X Content” report shows Asian and Asian‑American stories, talent and cultural touchpoints now dominate viewership across all major U.S. demographics. Netflix’s K‑Pop Demon Hunters logged 20.5 billion minutes, becoming the top streamed movie of 2025...
‘Batman 2’ Director Matt Reeves Shares Snowy First-Look at Upcoming Sequel
Matt Reeves has posted the first visual teaser for The Batman: Part 2, showing a snow‑covered Batmobile and hinting at a wintry setting. The sequel, starring Robert Pattinson, is scheduled for release on October 1, 2027, continuing the standalone timeline separate from James...
It's Time to Wrap Your Head Around Robert Altman's 'Popeye,' Plus the Week's Best Films
Film Comment, the historic cinephile magazine that ceased print in 2020, has relaunched as a quarterly online publication, offering a complete digital archive dating back to 1962. The newsletter also highlights a slate of classic film screenings in Los Angeles,...
The 13 Movies You Shouldn’t Miss on Netflix This Month
Netflix is bolstering its spring slate by adding high‑profile titles to its library, including Yorgos Lanthimos’ 2025 film Poor Things starring Emma Stone and a 2008 Coen brothers comedy. The streaming giant also re‑introduced works from Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese...
Sekiro: No Defeat Is Hitting Japanese Theaters
FromSoftware’s first screen adaptation, *Sekiro: No Defeat*, will debut in Japanese cinemas on September 4, 2026, with a three‑week theatrical run. Outside Japan the title will be distributed by Crunchyroll, though the service will exclude Japan, China, Korea, Russia and Belarus. The...
Prime Video Is Adding a TikTok-Like Feed
Amazon is introducing "Clips," a TikTok‑style vertical short‑form video feed within the Prime Video mobile app. The feature, first previewed with NBA highlights, now showcases moments from movies and series across the service. Clips appears as a recommendation carousel on...
Debbie Harry and Pamela Anderson to Play Mother and Daughter in Indie Comedy Maitreya
Indie comedy Maitreya, written by Samuel D. Hunter and directed by Jonathan Krisel, is currently pitching for a distribution deal at Cannes. The film pairs 80‑year‑old Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry with 58‑year‑old actress Pamela Anderson, casting Harry as Anderson’s mother....
'Dutton Ranch' Brings 'Yellowstone's' Fan-Favorite Power Couple to South Texas
Paramount+ launches "Dutton Ranch" on May 15, continuing the love story of Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) as they move from Montana to South Texas. The spin‑off, created by Taylor Sheridan, pivots from the original series’...
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“Mortal Kombat 2” Introduces Several Classic Video Game Characters — See Who's Joining the Fight
Mortal Kombat 2, the sequel to Simon McQuoid’s 2021 film, adds a roster of classic video‑game fighters, including Johnny Cage (Karl Urban), Kitana (Adeline Rudolph) and Jade (Tati Gabrielle). Returning stars Ludi Lin, Tadanobu Asano, Jessica McNamee and Mehcad Brooks reprise Liu Kang, Raiden, Sonya Blade and Jax. McQuoid...
"Extraordinary" Oasis Movie From Peaky Blinders Boss Confirms Release Date
Steven Knight, the creator of Peaky Blinders, is producing an untitled documentary on British rock icons Oasis. The film, directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, will debut in select IMAX venues worldwide on 11 September before moving to Disney+ later in 2026. It...
Oasis Documentary, From 'Peaky Blinders' Creator, Finally Gets a Release Date
The iconic British band Oasis will debut an untitled documentary in IMAX theaters on September 11, 2026, followed by a global streaming release on Disney+ and Hulu later that year. The film, written by Steven Knight—renowned for "Peaky Blinders" and...
Warner/Paramount Take Cue From “Michael,” Join to Create Musician Biopics
Warner Music Group and Paramount Pictures have struck a partnership to develop theatrical films about legendary musicians, working directly with the artists or their estates. The deal is still in a conceptual phase, with no specific projects disclosed. It follows...
After ‘Silent Friend,’ Tony Leung Now Sees Plants as ‘Sentient Beings,’ the Same as Human Beings
Hong Kong star Tony Leung teams with Hungarian director Ildikó Enyedi for the European art‑film Silent Friend, playing a neuroscientist who studies a ginkgo tree during the 2020 lockdown. The role prompted Leung to view plants as sentient beings, reshaping his personal philosophy. The...
Anyways, Disney's Bringing "Wonderwall" To IMAX
Disney announced an untitled Oasis documentary, dubbed “Wonderwall,” will debut in IMAX on September 11 before streaming on Disney+ later in 2026, marking a rare premium‑format music film for the studio. At the same time, Disney‑ABC filed a petition with the...
CEO: AMC Global Media Shopping ‘The Walking Dead’ Franchise to Major Streamers
AMC Global Media CEO Kristin Dolan announced the company is actively shopping the "The Walking Dead" franchise to major streaming services. The studio is focusing on co‑exclusive licensing deals while keeping some content in‑house. Dolan said several large platforms are...
Warner Bros. Expected to Return Atop Weekend Box Office With ‘Mortal Kombat II’ Debut
Warner Bros. Pictures is poised to reclaim the weekend box‑office crown with the May 2026 debut of New Line Cinema’s sequel Mortal Kombat II. BoxOfficeReport.com projects a $44 million domestic haul, enough to displace The Devil Wears Prada 2’s $41 million second‑week earnings. The figure represents more...
‘I Should Have Kicked Him Even Harder. He Deserved It’: Eric Cantona Comes Out Fighting
A new documentary on Eric Cantona, directed by David Tryhorn and Ben Nicholas, has been selected for Cannes, marking the first British directors in the festival’s official lineup. The film delves into Cantona’s turbulent five‑year spell at Manchester United, spotlighting...
Holocaust Boxing Film 'The Champion' Trailer Starring Piotr Witkowski
Well Go USA is releasing the Polish Holocaust drama *The Champion* on U.S. VOD platforms starting May 26, 2026. The film dramatizes the true story of pre‑war boxing champion Tadeusz “Teddy” Pietrzykowski, who fought in Auschwitz to lift fellow inmates’...
Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now
The article spotlights five must‑watch science‑fiction titles now available for streaming, focusing on two standout releases. "Greenland 2: Migration" follows the Garrity family five years after Earth’s near‑extinction, navigating new disasters while searching for a rebounding ecosystem. A second feature, an...
‘The Easy Kind’ Trailer: Country Legend Elizabeth Cook (Lightly) Fictionalizes Herself
Katy Chevigny’s new indie feature The Easy Kind follows country‑music legend Elizabeth Cook as a fictionalized version of herself, dubbed EC, navigating midlife, creative freedom, and financial hurdles. The vérité‑inspired drama blends real‑life performance with scripted storytelling, and includes cameo...
Disclosure Day Writer Says ‘Religion Is an Important Part’ of New Spielberg Tale
Steven Spielberg’s upcoming sci‑fi thriller *Disclosure Day* will hit theaters on June 12, and its screenwriter David Koepp says religion is a core theme. Koepp likens belief in extraterrestrials to faith in God, describing his stance as agnostic and emphasizing humanity’s...
Adelaide Ozploitation Horror Film 'Penny Lane Is Dead' Official Trailer
Umbrella Entertainment released the first trailer for "Penny Lane Is Dead," the feature‑directorial debut of Australian make‑up artist‑turned‑filmmaker Mia'Kate Russell. The Ozploitation horror, set in a sweltering 1986 beach house, premiered at the 2025 Adelaide Film Festival and will open...