Anne Hathaway Got Advice From 1 Famous Pop Star for Mother Mary
Anne Hathaway revealed she consulted pop star Charli XCX while preparing for her role as a singer in A24’s upcoming psychological drama Mother Mary. The Oscar‑winner said Charli, who also co‑writes original songs for the film with Jack Antonoff and FKA Twigs, gave insight into the physical and mental demands of pop stardom. Hathaway also spoke with choreographer Dani Vitale, known for work with Nicki Minaj and other chart‑toppers, to master performance aspects. Mother Mary also features Michaela Coel, Hunter Schafer, Kaia Gerber and several other high‑profile talents.
Jacob Burke + Soup Bowl = Exactly What Surf Films Should Be
Jacob Burke’s new surf film *A Fish Out of Water* showcases the raw, unsponsored essence of surfing on Barbados’ famed Soup Bowl wave. Filmed throughout 2025, the documentary follows Burke and his family as they chase the demanding right‑hand barrel...
Practical Magic 2 Teaser Trailer Reunites Nicole Kidman & Sandra Bullock
Warner Bros. debuted the first teaser for Practical Magic 2 at CinemaCon, reuniting Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock onstage. The clip drops viewers back into the Massachusetts witch‑craft world, showing the sisters navigating grown‑up lives while hinting at a new, perilous...
India: HBO Max on JioHotstar
JioHotstar and Warner Bros Discovery have expanded their partnership to launch an exclusive HBO Max hub on the Indian streaming platform. The add‑on, priced at ₹49 per month (about $0.60), gives subscribers access to HBO, Max Originals, Warner Bros, DC Studios and upcoming titles...
Bradley Cooper Confirmed to Write, Direct, Star in ‘Ocean’s 11’ Prequel
Bradley Cooper has been confirmed to write, direct, produce and star in a new Ocean’s 11 prequel, with Margot Robbie joining as his on‑screen partner. The film, set around a 1962 Monaco Grand Prix heist, is slated for a June 25, 2027 release...
Zach Cregger Unveils Premiere Dates for ‘Weapons’ Prequel ‘Gladys’ and Sci-Fi Thriller ‘The Flood’
Warner Bros. Pictures announced release dates for Zach Cregger’s upcoming projects: the prequel “Gladys” to his hit horror film “Weapons” will open on September 8, 2028, and his original sci‑fi thriller “The Flood” is slated for August 11, 2028. Both titles will be released...
‘Game of Thrones’ Movie Confirms Title at CinemaCon
Warner Bros. unveiled the title of its upcoming Game of Thrones film at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, confirming it will be called “Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest.” The announcement follows a March report that the movie is in development with...
‘Dune 3’: Denis Villeneuve Unveils the Film’s First 7 Minutes at CinemaCon
Denis Villeneuve premiered the opening seven minutes of "Dune 3" at CinemaCon, giving exhibitors a first look at the sequel’s desert‑to‑rain visuals and a war‑torn Paul Atreides. The footage shows Fremen troops confronting a rainstorm, a brutal ambush, and a...
MPA’s Rivkin: “Protecting Copyright an Economic Necessity”
Charles Rivkin, chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association, used his CinemaCon State of the Industry address to reaffirm the MPA’s commitment to protecting copyright in the age of artificial intelligence. He warned that AI tools like the Chinese‑originated...
‘The Great Beyond’: JJ Abrams Unveils His First Original Film Since 2011 at CinemaCon
J.J. Abrams unveiled his first original film since 2011, the supernatural thriller “The Great Beyond,” at Warner Bros.’ CinemaCon, starring Glen Powell, Jenna Ortega and Samuel L. Jackson. The project marks Abrams’ return to original storytelling after years on franchise blockbusters like “Star Trek”...
Lord of the Rings Stars Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood Return for Hunt for Gollum
Warner Bros. announced that Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood will return as Gandalf and Frodo in the upcoming live‑action film *The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum*. The movie, directed by Andy Serkis, is slated for a worldwide theatrical release...
The Lord Of The Rings: The Hunt For Gollum Has Finally Cast Its Young Aragorn
Warner Bros. Discovery announced the cast for the upcoming live‑action film *The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum*. Jamie Dornan will portray a young Aragorn, replacing Viggo Mortensen, while Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis and Lee Pace reprise their iconic roles. The...
Disney Fires The Entire Team Managing Its DVD & Blu-Ray Sales Raising Questions About The Future of Physical Media From...
Disney has eliminated its entire home‑entertainment division, laying off the team that managed DVD and Blu‑ray sales. The move is part of a company‑wide effort to cut roughly 1,000 positions as the studio pivots to a digital‑first strategy. Analysts note...
Godzilla Minus Zero: First Trailer Sees the Statue of Liberty in Danger
*Godzilla Minus Zero*, the sequel to the Oscar‑winning *Godzilla Minus One*, drops its first trailer showing the monster heading for New York’s Statue of Liberty. Set in 1949, the film follows the Shikishima family as they confront a new calamity, with Ryunosuke Kamiki and...
Ranking Every Line From the Hershey Biopic Trailer
A trailer for the upcoming Hershey biopic, produced by Angel Studios, has surfaced and been dissected line‑by‑line. The short clip mixes a nostalgic, Christian‑work‑ethic aesthetic with a low‑budget, almost AI‑generated script. Angel Studios, known for faith‑based hits like *The Sound...
Neon Bows Horror Movie ‘Alpha’ on Digital Retail Platforms, on Disc June 23
Neon Bows began offering the indie horror film Alpha for rental and purchase on digital platforms on April 14, 2026. The movie will arrive on Blu‑ray on June 23, distributed by Alliance Home Entertainment, and will feature an interview with...
Osgood Perkins Moves to Paramount with New ‘Longlegs’ Movie Starring Nicolas Cage
Indie horror auteur Osgood Perkins is leaving Neon for a new multi‑picture deal with Paramount, beginning with a follow‑up to his breakout film Longlegs starring Nicolas Cage. Cage will reprise his role as the titular killer and join Perkins as a...
Which Emily Henry Books Are Becoming Movies? ‘Happy Place,’ ‘Book Lovers,’ Among Others
Romance novelist Emily Henry has seen five of her recent books transformed into Netflix film projects, with releases slated through 2026. The first adaptation, "People We Meet on Vacation," debuted on Netflix on Jan. 9, 2026, directed by Brett Haley and...
The ‘Ben Solo’ Debacle Forced Steven Soderbergh Into a Pre-‘Sex, Lies, and Videotape’ Mindset
Steven Soderbergh was set to direct the Star Wars spin‑off *The Hunt for Ben Solo* when Disney unexpectedly shelved the Lucasfilm‑approved script, leaving him without a major project. Rather than wait, he turned the idle period into a writing sprint, completing...
Netflix: Sony Pictures’ Actioner ‘Thrash’ Tops Weekly Streaming Through April 12
Netflix’s latest Sony Pictures original, the disaster‑action film Thrash, topped the weekly streaming chart through April 12 with 37.7 million views, outpacing the next three #1 titles by roughly 60 percent. The Adam McKay‑produced movie led both the overall and English‑language movie rankings, while the...
The Spielberg Steelbook Spotlight Collection Is a Movie Fan’s Must-Have
Steven Spielberg’s eight iconic films—*Jaws*, *Close Encounters*, *Raiders*, *E.T.*, *Jurassic Park*, *Schindler’s List*, *Saving Private Ryan* and *War of the Worlds*—are being issued in a 4K Ultra HD Steelbook Spotlight Collection. The set bundles the remastered movies with more than 25 hours of behind‑the‑scenes...
Theater Chief Blasts Paramount-WBD Merger, Calls for Longer Windows
Michael O’Leary, chief of Cinema United, used his CinemaCon address to slam the proposed Paramount‑Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, warning that further consolidation would concentrate power and hurt exhibitors and consumers. He highlighted that the average theatrical window for...
Paramount Pictures Acquires Rights To New ‘Longlegs’ Feature With Nicholas Cage Returning To Star
Paramount Pictures has acquired the rights to a new feature set in the Longlegs universe, with Oscar‑nominee Nicholas Cage returning as star and producer. Writer‑director Osgood Perkins will again helm the sequel, also serving as writer and producer. The original Longlegs, released...
Doc Talk Podcast: This Is Not A Fiction Festival’s Cindy Flores On Programming Documentaries And Mockumentaries
The American Cinematheque’s This Is Not a Fiction festival launches in Los Angeles from April 16‑24, marking its third edition. The program blends high‑profile documentary retrospectives—including Barbara Kopple’s 50th‑anniversary screening of Harlan County, USA, and a Gianfranco Rosi career showcase—with a robust slate...
First Look at Barry Keoghan in "Long-Awaited" New Drama as It Gets Exciting Update
Barry Keoghan makes his first public appearance in the highly anticipated drama "Butterfly Jam," directed by award‑winning Russian filmmaker Kantemir Balagov. The film will premiere in the Directors’ Fortnight section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on May 13, joining a cast that includes...
Everything We Know About The Film Adaptation Of Emily Henry’s ‘Beach Read’ So Far
Emily Henry’s bestselling romance novel "Beach Read" is moving to the big screen under 20th Century Studios. Writer‑director Yulin Kuang has secured Phoebe Dynevor as January Andrews and Patrick Schwarzenegger as Augustus "Gus" Everett, completing the lead cast. Production is...
32 Years Ago Today: Turner Classic Movies Channel First Launched
On April 14, 1994, Turner Classic Movies (TCM) debuted, broadcasting *Gone with the Wind* to roughly one million cable subscribers. The launch was timed to the centennial of New York’s first public movie showing in 1894, underscoring Ted Turner’s intent...
Paranormal Activity 8 Director Says His Reboot Is Bringing 'Big Reveals'
Ian Tuason, a former VR‑horror creator who broke out with the A24 film Undertone, has been tapped to direct the next installment of the Paranormal Activity franchise, currently titled Paranormal Activity 8. He has been granted full creative control by producers...
Superman 2 Reportedly Adding a Complicated Secondary Antagonist
James Gunn’s upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow, has officially confirmed the casting of Adria Arjona as the alien anti‑heroine Maxima. The announcement follows earlier rumors and a brief denial from Gunn, but Variety and Deadline now report the decision is...
Hollywood Heavyweights Oppose Paramount Deal
More than 2,000 Hollywood creators signed an open letter opposing Paramount Skydance’s planned takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, warning that the merger would shrink opportunities, cut jobs, raise costs and limit audience choice. Showrunner Damon Lindelof explained a chilling effect on talent...
Brian Cox's "Bland" Drama Debuts with Rare 0% Rating on Rotten Tomatoes
British comedy‑drama "Glenrothan," starring Brian Cox and Alan Cumming, opened to a rare 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes ahead of its Friday, April 17 theatrical debut. The film follows Cox’s character, a Highland distillery caretaker, whose estranged brother returns after four decades. Critics from...
Cinema United Chief: Meeting with Ted Sarandos Was ‘Constructive,’ but Don’t Expect Netflix in Theaters Just Yet
Cinema United President Michael O’Leary confirmed a constructive meeting with Netflix co‑CEO Ted Sarandos at CinemaCon, but emphasized no immediate plans for Netflix to present on a CinemaCon stage. The dialogue explored potential collaboration models, yet both sides admit they...
Juan Devis Named President of Film Independent
Film Independent announced Juan Devis as its permanent president, effective April 20, 2026, succeeding interim leader Brenda Robinson. Devis arrives from a public‑media and indie‑studio background, having overseen PBS SoCal and founded Ninety‑Three Media. He will steer the nonprofit through a transitional...
Amazon Brings Back 3 for $33 Sale on 4K Ultra HD Movies
Amazon is running a limited‑time 3‑for‑$33 sale on over 100 4K Ultra HD movies, ending on Monday, April 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The lineup mixes recent Oscar winners like Weapons and Hamnet with classics such as Blade Runner, Jurassic Park, and the...
Why Theater Owners Are Balking at Hollywood's Latest Mega Deal
At CinemaCon, Cinema United announced it will actively oppose the proposed Paramount‑Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger, warning that the consolidation could harm exhibitors and consumers. The combined entity would inherit roughly $79 billion in debt and pledge to produce 30...
Can ‘Michael’ Help Restore Jackson’s Image? His Estate Is Banking on It.
The Jackson estate is co‑producing the upcoming biopic "Michael," aiming to reshape the late pop star's public image while capitalizing on his catalog. Screenwriter John Logan and the estate have crafted a narrative that blends hit songs with a redemption...
Sony Releases New ‘Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ Images
Sony Pictures Animation unveiled new images for the third installment of its Spider‑Man: Into the Spider‑Verse franchise, titled Spider‑Man: Beyond the Spider‑Verse, set for a June 18 2027 theatrical release. The series, which began with the Oscar‑winning 2018 film and continued with...
Taylor Sheridan Has a New Film in the Works - Here's What We Know
Acclaimed screenwriter Taylor Sheridan is branching into documentary filmmaking with a 4D immersive film about the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. The project, still untitled, will be shown exclusively at the Alamo Visitor Center and Museum in San Antonio, Texas....
Taylor Sheridan Has a New Film in the Works - Here's What We Know
Acclaimed writer‑director Taylor Sheridan is developing a 4D documentary on the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, which will premiere exclusively at the Alamo Visitor Center in San Antonio. The untitled film will chronicle the historic siege and its role in...
Caitlin Duffy Faces a Demon in 'My Best Friend's Dead' Horror Trailer
Lionsgate has dropped the official trailer for the indie horror My Best Friend’s Dead, starring Caitlin Duffy, Anna Shields, Grant Schumacher and Catharine Daddario. The low‑budget film, directed by genre veteran Bruce Wemple, will bypass theaters and debut direct‑to‑VOD on May 26, 2026. The...
Here’s When ‘You Me & Tuscany’ Will Likely Come To Streaming
You, Me & Tuscany, starring Halle Bailey and Regé‑Jean Page, opened in U.S. theaters on April 10, 2026. Universal Pictures will release the film on premium video‑on‑demand (PVOD) on May 12, 2026, after extending its theatrical‑to‑PVOD window to five weekends...
How Do You Make a Medieval Film on a Shoestring Budget?
Brooklyn filmmaker Caroline Golum financed her second feature, “Revelations of Divine Love,” about 14th‑century mystic Julian of Norwich, using a Kickstarter campaign and her own credit card. Operating on a shoestring budget—under $100,000—she shot the period drama in Queens, repurposing...
The Social Network Sequel Sounds Totally Insane—And Incredible
Aaron Sorkin’s long‑awaited sequel, *The Social Reckoning*, debuted at CinemaCon and is slated for an October 9 theatrical release. Jeremy Strong replaces Jesse Eisenberg as an older Mark Zuckerberg, while Frances Haugen and reporter Jeff Horwitz are introduced as key figures. The...
‘Common Side Effects’ S2, ‘Baahubali,’ ‘Ogresse,’ And ‘The Wolf’ Headline Annecy’s 2026 Work In Progress Lineup
Annecy’s 2026 Work‑in‑Progress lineup showcases a blend of international indies, high‑budget studio projects, and acclaimed TV continuations. Highlights include India’s ambitious CG epic *Baahubali: The Eternal War*, the feminist musical *Ogresse*, and the dark revenge drama *The Wolf*. The TV...
Chris Hemsworth Shares First Look at 'Boundary-Pushing' Crime Thriller as Filming Begins
Chris Hemsworth has unveiled first‑look images from the new crime thriller *Kockroach*, which began filming in Australia. The film, directed by Matt Ross and based on William Lashner’s novel, stars Hemsworth opposite Taron Egerton and Zazie Beetz after Oscar Isaac and Channing Tatum exited due to...
Bloodborne Video Game Film Adaptation Announced with YouTuber Jacksepticeye
Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions announced an animated film adaptation of the 2015 action‑RPG Bloodborne, with YouTube star Jacksepticeye co‑producing. The project was unveiled at CinemaCon 2026, though plot details and a release window remain undisclosed. Bloodborne, a critically acclaimed...
New Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse Images Are Sweet But Foreboding
Sony unveiled the first images of *Spider‑Man: Beyond the Spider‑Verse* at CinemaCon, offering a glimpse of Miles Morales confronting 2099’s Miguel O’Hara and sharing a tender golden‑hour moment with his father Jeff. The visuals juxtapose warmth with foreboding, hinting that...
First Trailer for Meet the Parents Sequel with Ariana Grande Is Being Released Tomorrow
Paramount is reviving the Meet the Parents franchise with *Focker‑in‑Law*, slated for a November 25 theatrical debut, 16 years after the last installment. Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro return as Greg Focker and Jack Byrnes, while pop star Ariana Grande joins as...
Blink49 Studios Pushes Into Microdramas (Exclusive)
Blink49 Studios announced the appointment of Tieren Hawkins as vice‑president of vertical content to spearhead a new microdrama division. Hawkins, who produced hits such as Forbidden Bonds that amassed over 150 million views on platforms like ReelShort, will lead the creation...
Why Spider-Man Is Fighting Ninjas in Brand New Day
Sony unveiled the first look at Spider‑Man: Brand New Day at CinemaCon 2026, revealing a poster that pairs Peter Parker’s classic suit with a swarm of Hand ninjas. The Hand, a Marvel death‑cult previously seen in Daredevil and Wolverine, appear...