Landman Star Jacob Lofland Headlined A Post-Apocalyptic Drama With A White Lotus Star
Jacob Lofland, known for his role in the oil drama *Landman*, headlined the 2017 post‑apocalyptic film *Go North* alongside Patrick Schwarzenegger. The movie, shot in Detroit, follows two teens navigating a world where adults have vanished, drawing thematic cues from *Lord of the Flies*. Despite a modest ten‑city theatrical run and a 67 % Rotten Tomatoes rating, the film has gained attention as an overlooked entry in both actors’ early careers. Critics noted its grounded visual style and documentary‑inspired realism.
How the ‘Blue Heron’ Editor Turned the Director’s Childhood Into One of 2026’s Best Films
Canadian director Sophy Romvari’s debut “Blue Heron,” a semi‑autobiographical family drama set on Vancouver Island, has emerged as one of 2026’s most acclaimed films. Editor Kurt Walker, who transitioned from on‑set DIT to post‑production editor, crafted a complex temporal structure...
The Game of Thrones Movie Now Has a Working Title: Aegon’s Conquest
Warner Bros. announced a new cinematic project set in Westeros, listed under the working title *Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest* in its 2027‑and‑beyond slate. The film will dramatize Aegon I Targaryen’s two‑year campaign to unite the Seven Kingdoms, drawing directly...
Sheridan Smith & Michael Socha in UK Crime Series 'The Cage' Trailer
BBC has released the trailer for "The Cage," a new British crime‑thriller set to debut on iPlayer on April 26, 2026. The plot follows Liverpool casino workers Leanne (Sheridan Smith) and Matty (Michael Socha) as they each plot to steal...
Cult Spanish Comic ‘Solo’ Comes To Brutal Life In Hampa Studio’s Proof-of-Concept Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
Spanish studio Hampa has unveiled a proof‑of‑concept trailer for a feature film adaptation of the cult comic *Solo*. The three‑year effort, led by director Toni Mortero, uses 3D tools to mimic the comic’s 2D aesthetic while working hand‑in‑hand with creator...
Cassie Lang Will Return in Avengers: Doomsday
Kathryn Newton has confirmed she will reprise Cassie Lang in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, a reveal shared via an Instagram chair‑unboxing. The casting news arrives as Disney announces 1,000 layoffs and a near‑total dismantling of Marvel’s in‑house VFX team, raising questions about...
Poet Doc 'Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World' Official Trailer
Pieshake Pictures released the official trailer for "Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World," a documentary directed by Sasha Waters that chronicles the life and poetry of Pulitzer‑Prize winner Mary Oliver. The film blends archival footage, nature cinematography,...
Roommates Continues Happy Madison's Unlikely Netflix Streak of Teen Girl Comedies
Netflix released "Roommates" on April 17, 2026, marking Happy Madison’s pivot toward female‑directed teen‑girl comedies. The film, directed by Chandler Levack and starring Sadie Sandler and Chloe East, blends realistic college‑room dynamics with a black‑comedy climax. A Dean‑of‑Student‑Life framing device...
Ridley Scott’s The Dog Stars Trailer Imagines a Hopeful Post-Apocalypse
Ridley Scott’s upcoming film The Dog Stars, adapted from Peter Heller’s 2012 novel, debuted a trailer that emphasizes optimism amid a bleak post‑apocalypse. Jacob Elordi stars as pilot Hig, who roams a devastated world with his dog, while Josh Brolin...
Tedeschi Trucks Band Detail ‘The Garden Party’ Movie Screening and Director-Included Q&A in Boston
The Tedeschi Trucks Band will host a one‑off screening of the concert film *The Garden Party* in Boston on May 1 at the Regent Theatre. The film captures the band’s sold‑out Madison Square Garden debut on September 29, 2023, their first headlining...
Exit 8 Is Cinema for the Livestreaming Era
Exit 8, a cult indie game, has been turned into a film that mirrors the game’s endless subway loop through long tracking shots, immersing viewers as if they were watching a livestreamed playthrough. Director Genki Kawamura—renowned for anime hits like *Your...
‘Thrash’ and Other Action Movies to Stream Now
Netflix has added the pulpy shark thriller “Thrash” to its streaming lineup, joining a slate of action titles that cater to niche audiences. The film, set in a hurricane‑ravaged South Carolina town, weaves multiple character arcs with high‑budget water and...
New US Trailer for Japanese Film 'Renoir' From Director Chie Hayakawa
Film Movement has dropped the first U.S. trailer for Chie Hayakawa’s second feature, Renoir, a Japanese drama that premiered in Cannes’ main competition in 2025. The story follows 11‑year‑old Fuki, played by newcomer Yui Suzuki, as she navigates a summer in...
Project Hail Mary Will Continue Orbiting Theaters for the Time Being
Amazon MGM announced at CinemaCon that the sci‑fi hit Project Hail Mary will stay in theaters longer, postponing its Prime Video debut and even returning to IMAX for a week. The film has already grossed $517 million worldwide, making it one...
Runway CEO Advocates AI-Driven Film Production Model to Scale Output and Reduce Costs
Runway CEO Cristóbal Valenzuela told the Semafor World Economy Summit that artificial intelligence can reshape film production by lowering costs in scripting, planning and visual effects. He argued studios should spread budgets across several projects rather than betting on a...
‘Everyone Is Lying to You for Money’ Digs Into Cryptocurrency
Ben McKenzie’s new documentary “Everyone Is Lying to You for Money” offers a clear, beginner‑friendly look at cryptocurrency’s volatile world. The film follows McKenzie’s 2022 investigative tour—from El Salvador’s Bitcoin experiment to a pre‑collapse interview with FTX founder Sam Bankman‑Fried. It...
New Star Wars LED AT-AT Walker Popcorn Bucket Is Must-Have ‘Mandolorian & Grogu’ Item
Cinemark is rolling out a limited‑edition LED AT‑AT Walker popcorn bucket tied to the May 22 theatrical debut of “The Mandalorian and Grogu.” The bucket replicates the Imperial walker, lights up, and includes a miniature Mandalorian figure climbing the side....
Paramount's Call of Duty Film Set for June 2028 Release Date
Paramount has set a June 30 2028 theatrical debut for its live‑action Call of Duty film, marking the first major cinematic adaptation of Activision’s 500‑million‑copy shooter franchise. Screenwriter Taylor Sheridan and director Pete Berg are leading the creative team, while production is...
Official Trailer for 'The Wolf and the Lamb' Mysterious Western Horror
Samuel Goldwyn Films has dropped the official trailer for Michael Schilf’s debut feature, "The Wolf and the Lamb," a western‑mystery‑horror that pivots into a vampire thriller. The film stars Cassandra Scerbo as schoolteacher Jo Beckett, whose son’s disappearance triggers paranoia...
Netflix Plans to Add a Vertical Video Feed, Use AI for Recommendations
Netflix will launch a TikTok‑style vertical video feed within its apps this month, expanding its short‑form content offering. The streaming giant is also deepening AI use for recommendations, search and advertising, building on its ChatGPT‑powered search and a recent acquisition...
Pillion Is the "Brilliant" British Movie that You Need to Stream This Weekend
British drama *Pillion*, starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård, has arrived on UK streaming platforms Sky Cinema and NOW after a Cannes debut and a November theatrical run. Written and directed by Harry Lighton, the film adapts Adam Mars‑Jones’s novel *Box Hill* and...
How Bob Odenkirk and the ‘Nobody’ Team Set Out to Elevate the Genre with ‘Normal’
Bob Odenkirk’s new film *Normal* debuted at SXSW, marking a deliberate departure from the *Nobody* franchise while keeping the same star, writer Derek Kolstad, and producer. The movie fuses action‑thriller beats with western motifs and moral ambiguity, and it was...
Young Women Aren't Directing Enough Movies. Chandler Levack Has Two Out This Weekend.
Director Chandler Levack is making a rare splash by debuting two films on April 17— the indie theatrical *Mile End Kicks* and the Netflix comedy *Roommates*. Both movies spotlight imperfect young women navigating love, career, and friendship, but they differ...
What to Watch This Week
The weekly column spotlights four titles that thrive on conflict, ranging from club dramas to suburban feuds and small‑town rivalries, and recommends them as must‑sees. It also warns readers about one film deemed a box‑office disappointment due to its video‑game‑style...
Walmart's Flipkart Plans Foray Into India's Ticketing Market as Live Events Boom, Sources Say
Flipkart, the Walmart‑owned Indian e‑commerce giant, plans to launch a ticket‑selling platform in May, targeting movies and concerts. The move pits it against established players BookMyShow and Zomato’s District as the country’s live‑events market booms. Flipkart will also pilot a...
L’Oréal to TRESemmé: Beauty’s ‘Groundbreaking’ The Devil Wears Prada 2 Collaborations
The Devil Wears Prada 2, slated for release on May 1, is prompting a wave of beauty brand collaborations. L’Oréal’s Lancôme has been appointed the film’s signature skin‑care partner, while Unilever‑owned TRESemmé becomes the official hair‑care brand, rolling out special‑edition lines in...
Disney/Marvel Unveils Brand New Theater Experience for 'Avengers: Doomsday'
Disney and Marvel unveiled Infinity Vision, a new certification for premium large‑format theaters, ahead of the December 18, 2026 release of Avengers: Doomsday. The move counters Warner Bros.’ three‑week exclusive IMAX window for Dune: Part Three, which will be the only IMAX title...
MobLand Star's "Completely Gripping" British Thriller Is Now Streaming for Free
British thriller *Dead Man’s Shoes*, starring and co‑written by Paddy Considine, is now available for free on Channel 4’s streaming platform for a limited 13‑day window. The 2004 film follows a soldier’s brutal revenge against drug dealers who harmed his disabled brother, earning...
Rise & Shine 2026 Selection Announced
Rise & Shine, a development and pitching lab for emerging animators, announced its 2026 cohort of eleven short films selected from more than 80 applications. The three‑part program launches in June 2026 at Animafest Zagreb, continues online in October, and...
Chris Evans Breaks Silence on Avengers: Doomsday Return as "Amazing" Trailer Debuts
Marvel Studios unveiled the first full trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, showcasing a crowded lineup of heroes and a dramatic showdown that ends with Captain America wielding Mjolnir. Chris Evans appeared at CinemaCon to confirm his return, emphasizing a story‑driven reason...
The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Promises Plenty of Star Wars-Level Action
Disney unveiled the final trailer for "The Mandalorian and Grogu," a theatrical film set for release on May 22, 2026. Directed by Jon Favreau and co‑written with Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni, the movie follows bounty hunter Din Djarin and Grogu as...
Five Free Movies to Stream Now
A new roundup highlights five paranoia‑themed movies now streaming for free on ad‑supported services. The selection includes Todd Haynes’s 1995 drama “Safe,” Brian De Palma’s “Blow Out,” and titles from Alan J. Pakula’s Paranoia Trilogy, each reflecting the era’s lingering...
‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ Is Out. Wait, Who’s Lee Cronin?
Lee Cronin, the Irish director behind A24’s folk‑horror hit “The Hole in the Ground,” is now attached to Universal’s latest “Mummy” installment, titled “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy.” The film follows an American girl abducted in Cairo who returns eight years...
Want to See Obsession Early? Heres How.
Film *Obsession*, a horror thriller directed by YouTuber Curry Barker, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and will open nationwide on May 15. Mashable has partnered with Focus Features to host free advanced screenings in New York and Chicago...
Avengers Reassemble and Top Gun Flies Back - Hollywood Studios Preview Their New Movies
Hollywood’s annual CinemaCon in Las Vegas unveiled a blockbuster‑heavy slate, headlined by Disney’s first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, set for Dec 18, and Paramount’s confirmation of a Top Gun sequel after the original’s $1.5 bn global run. Studios also showcased AI‑driven resurrection of...
'It's Like I Gave Birth to Twins': Canadian Director Chandler Levack Has 2 Movies Opening on the Same Day
Canadian writer‑director Chandler Levack is debuting two feature films on April 17, 2026: the Montreal‑set music‑scene rom‑com “Mile End Kicks” opening in theatres and at TIFF, and the Netflix‑released college comedy “Roommates” produced by Adam Sandler. The back‑to‑back releases follow her...
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The Biggest News From CinemaCon Day 4: “Avengers: Doomsday”, “The Mandalorian and Grogu”, Johnny Depp, and More
Day four of CinemaCon delivered a wave of high‑profile franchise news. Disney premiered the full trailer for Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday, showcasing Doctor Doom and a crossover with the Fantastic Four, and unveiled new footage from The Mandalorian, Toy Story 5, and other...
‘Perfect Crown’ Scores Disney+’s Biggest K-Drama Debut to Date
Disney+ announced that the rom‑com series "Perfect Crown" has become its biggest‑ever K‑drama debut, topping all Korean‑series premieres on the platform globally within five days. The show, starring K‑pop icon IU and breakout actor Byeon Woo‑seok, streams internationally on Disney+...
Pam Abdy and Sandra Bullock Talk Paramount-Warners Deal and ‘Practical Magic 2’
Paramount is nearing a mega‑merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, but the deal remains in regulatory limbo. Warner’s co‑chair Pam Abdy said the studio is already green‑lighting films slated for release through 2029 to keep talent and staff engaged. At a CNBC Changemakers...
Sony Pictures' CEO Urges Cinemas to Cut Ad Reels Before Films
At CinemaCon, Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group CEO Tom Rothman called on theater operators to drastically reduce the roughly 30‑minute pre‑show ad and trailer blocks that precede movies. He warned that the length of these segments drives frequent moviegoers to...
Sandra Bullock Hasn’t Seen Those AI Trailers for ‘Practical Magic 2,’ but Says It’s Time to ‘Lean Into’ New Tech
Sandra Bullock and Warner Bros. co‑chair Pam Abdy discussed the surge of fan‑made AI trailers for the upcoming "Practical Magic 2," which is slated for a September 11 theatrical release. While neither has seen the AI clips, they view the...
“The Hope Is You’ll Feel You’re in a Continuous Dream”: Gerald Fox on Kinaesthesia
Documentarian Gerald Fox’s new film *Kinaesthesia* (2024‑2026) dramatizes his former professor Vladimir Petrić’s essay on “film and dreams,” weaving silent‑era clips with original re‑enactments. Fox casts a wordless avatar of Petrić, played by Goran Kostić, to explore oneiric cinema techniques such as double...
Miroirs No. 3 Second Look Review: A Glorious Sun Dappled Noir From Christian Petzold
Christian Petzold’s latest film, *Miroirs No. 3*, channels a sun‑dappled noir while riffing on his long‑standing fascination with doubles and identity. The story follows Betty, a rural matriarch, who takes in Laura, a catatonic crash survivor, echoing the domestic‑invasion motifs of...
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Steals the Show at Disney’s CinemaCon, but Don’t Forget ‘The Dog Stars’ and ‘Wild Horse Nine’
Disney’s CinemaCon 2026 showcase highlighted the much‑anticipated "Avengers: Doomsday" trailer, unveiled alongside a new Infinity Vision PLF format and a September re‑release of "Endgame." The event also delivered first looks at non‑Marvel titles such as "The Dog Stars" (opening Aug 28)...
Robert Downey Jr. Arrives as Doctor Doom in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Footage
Disney unveiled a teaser for "Avengers: Doomsday" at CinemaCon, revealing Robert Downey Jr. as the iconic villain Doctor Doom. The footage shows Thor, Steve Rogers, and a mixed roster of Fantastic Four, X‑Men, and Thunderbolts characters confronting the new threat....
‘Hexed’: Hailee Steinfeld and Rashida Jones to Star in Disney’s Mother-Daughter Animated Adventure
Disney announced its 2026 Thanksgiving original animated feature “Hexed,” starring Hailee Steinfeld as teen witch Billie and Rashida Jones as her uptight mother. The film, directed by veteran story artist Jose Trinidad in her feature debut alongside Jason Hand, will debut on Nov. 25, 2026. Disney...
First Look at Emilia Clarke in "Sumptuous" British Drama as It Gets Exciting Update
British drama "Next Life" starring Emilia Clarke and Édgar Ramírez received its first‑look image and a Tribeca Film Festival premiere schedule. The London‑set romance blends sci‑fi elements, splitting the story into two parallel timelines—one with a jazz musician, the other...
How Old Is Aragorn In The Hunt For Gollum? The Lord Of The Rings Recasting Explained
Peter Jackson’s upcoming prequel *The Hunt for Gollum* has cast Jamie Dornan, 43, as Aragorn. Tolkien places the ranger at roughly 70‑78 years old during the story, yet his half‑elven lineage keeps him in a prolonged prime, allowing a 40‑something...
‘American Solitaire’ Puts a Veteran’s Invisible Wounds Front and Center
"American Solitaire" premieres in select theaters, following combat veteran Slinger as he grapples with invisible wounds after Afghanistan. Director Aaron Davidman spent years interviewing service members to craft a nuanced script that avoids typical war‑movie tropes. Lead actor Joshua Close...
Official Trailer for 'Blood Lines' Canadian Indigenous Sapphic Romance
Elevation Pictures released the official trailer for "Blood Lines," an indie Canadian romance directed by Indigenous filmmaker Gail Maurice. The film, which debuted at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival and screened at Santa Barbara, follows Two‑Spirit store clerk Beatrice as she falls...