Merger Takes Interrogate Global
Interrogate, a Westchester‑based production house, has merged with The Sweetshop Global, a New Zealand‑origin firm with six offices spanning Europe, Asia, Australia and a U.S. hub in Santa Monica. Co‑founders Jeff Miller and George Meeker, who have overseen Sweetshop’s U.S. operations since 2019, will now co‑lead the combined entity. The deal brings acclaimed directors Vince Gilligan, Daniel Sackheim and Bart Timmer into Sweetshop’s roster and grants Interrogate access to Sweetshop’s AI‑driven team, The Gardening Club. Management also confirmed no layoffs will follow the merger.
Issa Rae Has a Trick for Pushing Diverse Projects in an Anti-DEI Industry. Her Advice Is Going Viral
Issa Rae warned that DEI has become a taboo term in Hollywood, with investors pulling back from diverse projects. She advises creators to reframe Black‑centered stories as universal themes such as class to make them marketable. Rae also unveiled Hoorae...
Indya Moore on Grief, Family Ties and Activism
Indya Moore leads Jim Jarmusch’s 2026 film Father Mother Sister Brother, portraying a grieving sibling who returns to Paris after their parents’ death. Moore channels personal loss and the emotional weight of advocating for Palestine into a nuanced performance. Since...
New Netflix Thriller Is Now Trending Worldwide Despite Being Branded "Aggressively Stupid"
Netflix’s new survival thriller *Thrash*, starring Phoebe Dynevor, Whitney Peak and Djimon Hounsou, debuted on April 10 and immediately topped the platform’s worldwide and UK film charts. The film follows residents of a coastal town battling sharks that migrate into flood‑filled streets after a...
Nothing’s Impossible in the Trailer for The Boroughs
Netflix announced the upcoming series *The Boroughs*, set to debut on May 21. The show follows a group of retirees in a seemingly idyllic community who confront a mysterious, possibly supernatural threat. It boasts a high‑profile cast including Geena Davis,...
‘Mile End Kicks’ Review: Barbie Ferreira Stars in Witty Rom-Com That Feels Like an Indie ‘Almost Famous’
"Mile End Kicks," Chandler Levack’s sophomore feature, opens in U.S. theaters on April 17, 2026 after debuting at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. The indie rom‑com stars Barbie Ferreira as Grace Pine, a restless Montreal‑based music writer navigating sexism...
Teaser for Netflix's 'Little House on the Prairie' Series About a Family
Netflix unveiled a first‑look teaser for its new adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House on the Prairie. The series, developed by Rebecca Sonnenshine, stars Alice Halsey as Laura and Luke Bracey as Charles, with a supporting cast that includes...
Jude Law Is Vladimir Putin in The Wizard of the Kremlin Trailer: Watch
Jude Law stars as Vladimir Putin in the upcoming political thriller *The Wizard of the Kremlin*, directed by Olivier Assayas. The trailer reveals a post‑Soviet power struggle alongside Paul Dano as the scheming Vadim Baranov. Based on Giuliano da Empoli’s fictionalized...
Thanks to A24, Movies Are Brands Now
A24 has turned its film releases into brand experiences by launching limited‑edition merchandise with indie designers, most recently a sold‑out vintage tee capsule for "The Drama" and the viral "Marty Supreme" windbreaker. Over eight years the distributor has partnered on...
Werner Herzog’s 3D Masterpiece Gets an IMAX Comeback
Werner Herzog’s 2010 documentary *Cave of Forgotten Dreams* is returning to theaters in a new IMAX release after a five‑year, 6K restoration. The upgrade enhances brightness, color, and 3D depth while adding an Atmos sound mix, aiming to showcase the...
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“Ice Cream Man” Sends Kids Into a Killing Frenzy in First Trailer for Eli Roth's 'Most Terrifying' Movie yet (Exclusive)
Eli Roth’s new horror film Ice Cream Man drops its first trailer, showing an idyllic summer town where children erupt into violent frenzy after encountering a sinister ice‑cream truck. The trailer stars Ari Millen as the unsettling driver and features a soundtrack by...
Billie Eilish Shares Creative Vision Behind Her James Cameron-Directed Concert Film in New Trailer
Billie Eilish and James Cameron co‑directed the 3D concert film "Billie Eilish Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)" for a May 8 theatrical release. The trailer showcases inventive 3D rigs, including a glowing‑box camera, and reveals a...
Hunger Games Prequel Trailer Features Ralph Fiennes as Another YA Novel Villain
Ralph Fiennes is set to portray President Coriolanus Snow in the upcoming Hunger Games prequel, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, slated for a November 20, 2026 theatrical release. The trailer showcases a cast of younger actors stepping into...
Archer Teams with ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ for First Entertainment Deal
Archer Meat Snacks announced its first entertainment partnership, teaming with the upcoming theatrical release *Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu*. The multi‑channel campaign includes three co‑branded snack packs, a 30‑second ad spot on Disney+ and sports playoffs, and a QR‑code reward that gives...
Do TV Shows or Movies Show More Streaming Ads?
Ampere Analysis reports that streaming movies carry about 40% fewer ads than TV series. On average, movies see roughly three minutes of ads per hour versus just over five minutes for shows, giving viewers 36 minutes of uninterrupted content between...
Sai Abhyankkar Breaks Silence on Rumors of Joining AGS Entertainment’s Next as an Actor
Sai Abhyankkar addressed rumors that he would act in AGS Entertainment's next film, confirming he is joining the studio solely as a music composer. The clarification came after AGS's creative producers posted welcoming messages without specifying his role, sparking speculation...
Border 2 Producer Nidhi Dutta Wants to Expand Slate with Fantasy Adventure Franchise and Air Force Drama: Sources
Producer Nidhi Dutta is broadening JP Films’ portfolio after the January release of Border 2. She has confirmed Border 3 is in development, extending the successful war‑drama franchise her father created. Simultaneously, Dutta is launching a new fantasy‑adventure franchise that will be...
Kier-La Janisse Expands Her Spectacular Optical Label Into Distribution
Canadian genre specialist Kier‑La Janisse has turned her Spectacular Optical imprint into a full‑service theatrical, streaming and home‑video distribution label. The venture launches this month with Severin Films handling U.S. home‑video releases, starting with Christopher Morris’s 2023 documentary A Year...
Why The Boris Karloff Mummy Is Still the Most Haunting
The 1932 Universal film *The Mummy*, starring Boris Karloff, remains the genre’s most haunting entry thanks to its stark visual style and Karloff’s painstaking makeup. Produced during the post‑Tutankhamun Egyptomania craze, writer John L. Balderston blended authentic Egyptian myth with...
Vijay Varma Reveals Matka King Took over Two Years of His Life; Says He Gave It His “Most Time” Ever
Actor Vijay Varma says his upcoming film Matka King demanded the most time of his career, with a 10‑month shoot, two months of prep and a full year living in character. The project, slated for an April 17 release, consumed...
10 Films We’re Excited to See at Cannes Film Festival 2026
The 76th Cannes Film Festival runs May 12‑26, 2026, showcasing 2,541 feature‑length entries from 141 nations. A jury led by acclaimed director Park Chan‑wook will award the Palme d’Or, with a line‑up that emphasizes auteur cinema over Hollywood star power. Highlights...
Paramount / Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Inquiry
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened a Phase 1 invitation to comment on the proposed merger between Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery. The regulator has already received the required pre‑notification documents and is now asking any interested party to...
Gary Oldman and Benedict Cumberbatch's "Riveting" Spy Thriller Is a Must-See on TV Tonight
The BBC is broadcasting the acclaimed Cold‑War spy drama *Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy* on Monday night, featuring an all‑star cast led by Gary Oldman and Benedict Cumberbatch. The 2011 film, directed by Tomas Alfredson, topped the UK box office for...
The Rise of Independent Film Screenings in NYC Post-Pandemic
Independent film screenings have surged in New York City since theaters reopened after the pandemic, turning modest showings into community events. Smaller audiences, curated programming, and post‑screening discussions have attracted moviegoers seeking connection over blockbuster hype. Theaters have responded by...
CLASH Film #17: Jim Jarmusch, Undertone + California Schemin’
Three new releases are generating buzz in the indie circuit. James McAvoy’s directorial debut “California Schemin’” dramatizes the Scottish rap duo Silibil N’ Brains’ American impersonation, earning a 6/10 rating. Jim Jarmusch returns with the anthology “Father Mother Sister Brother,” a family‑centric...
‘Endearing and Enduring’: Why Hot Fuzz Is My Feelgood Movie
Edgar Wright’s 2007 film Hot Fuzz has become a go‑to feel‑good movie, blending sharp British comedy with high‑octane action. The second entry in his Cornetto trilogy, it parodies buddy‑cop conventions while delivering a meticulously crafted script packed with quotable lines....
Colleen Hoover’s ‘Reminders Of Him’ Arrives On Streaming This Week
Colleen Hoover’s romance novel adaptation Reminders of Him, starring Maika Monroe and Tyriq Withers, opened nationwide on March 13 and earned $84.1 million worldwide against a $25 million production budget. Critics gave the film a mixed 57% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while...
The Best Horror Series of the '90s Is Officially Coming to Streaming for the First Time Ever
Tales From the Crypt, the iconic 1990s horror anthology that aired on HBO from 1989 to 1996, is finally arriving on a streaming platform. Shudder will launch season 1 on May 1, 2026, and will add a new season each subsequent Friday....
16 Years Later, This 95% RT Western Classic Lands on Free Streaming in May
After 16 seasons and a 95% Rotten Tomatoes rating, the Western drama "Yellowstone" is debuting on a free, ad‑supported streaming service in May. The move makes the series accessible without a subscription, tapping into the platform’s growing AVOD audience. The...
Blades of the Guardians: Cluttered Storytelling Overwhelms Yuen Woo-Ping’s Wuxia Epic
Yuen Woo-Ping’s latest wuxia epic, "Blades of the Guardians," has become the highest‑grossing wuxia film ever in mainland China. Adapted from a popular comic, the story follows bodyguard Dao Ma (Wu Jing) across the Taklamakan Desert and features a star‑studded ensemble...
The Pitt Star Fiona Dourif Lands Next Movie Role in "Terrifying" Psychological Horror
Fiona Dourif, known for her role in “The Pitt,” has been cast as a mother in the upcoming psychological horror “A Head Full of Ghosts,” opposite David Harbour. The film adapts Paul Tremblay’s 2015 novel about a family whose teenage daughter appears possessed and becomes...
Clint Eastwood Pulled No Punches About One Of The Greatest War Movies Ever Made
Clint Eastwood publicly dismissed Michael Cimino’s 1978 war epic *The Deer Hunter*, labeling it indulgent and historically inaccurate. His remarks, drawn from Paul Nelson’s post‑interview collection covering 1979‑1983, echo a pattern of blunt criticism toward celebrated directors, including Sergio Leone and...
'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' And 'Project Hail Mary' Combine for Best Box Office in 7 Years
Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become the year’s top‑grossing film, pulling in $629 million worldwide and is projected to surpass $1 billion. Following closely, Amazon MGM’s Project Hail Mary earned over $510 million in its first four weeks, making it the second‑highest earner...
Watch the Best Superhero Movies on HBO Max Before They’re Delisted
HBO Max currently hosts what the article deems the five best DC superhero films—Superman (1978), Batman (1989), The Dark Knight (2008), The Batman (2022) and Superman (2025). The list highlights each movie’s cultural significance, from Christopher Reeve’s iconic debut to...
Weekend Box Office: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Soars to $300 Million
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie continued its box‑office dominance this weekend, adding $69 million for a 12‑day domestic total of $308 million and pushing its worldwide gross past $628 million. The film’s second‑weekend drop of 47% still leaves it on track for a...
Hoppers Worldwide Box Office: Set To Beat Amy Adams’ Breakthrough Film Enchanted’s $340M+ Lifetime
Hoppers, Pixar’s newest original animated film, has amassed $336.7 million worldwide, edging close to Disney’s 2007 hit Enchanted, which earned $340.5 million. The movie’s domestic total stands at $154.1 million and its international earnings at $182.6 million, positioning it to become the highest‑grossing original...
The Drama North America Box Office: Edges Closer To Beating Florence Pugh Starrer Small-Budget A24 Hit Midsommar
Zendaya’s rom‑com The Drama is rapidly closing in on A24’s cult horror Midsommar, which earned $27.4 million domestically. After eight days the film has pulled $24.9 million in North America and $38.5 million worldwide, with a $2.9 million second‑Friday haul—the third‑largest second Friday in...
The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender Reportedly Leaks Online Months Before Release
A three‑minute clip of Avatar Studios' first animated feature, The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender, surfaced online on April 12, 2026 after a leaker claimed Nickelodeon mistakenly emailed the full movie. The unauthorized footage, featuring an older Aang and the...
Gower Street Revises 2026 Global Box Office Estimate Ahead Of Cinemacon
Gower Street Analytics lowered its 2026 global box‑office forecast to $34.7 billion, a slight dip from the $35.0 billion estimate released in December 2025. The revision reflects a modest decline in the domestic market and a sharper drop in China, offset by...
Tom Hardy’s $1.9B Movie & More Included in New Disney+ Releases This Week
Disney+’s weekly schedule (April 13‑19) adds a high‑profile Marvel title, streaming Spider‑Man: No Way Home on April 15. The 2021 blockbuster, which earned $1.921 billion worldwide, features Tom Hardy’s uncredited Venom cameo. The slate also includes new episodes of Daredevil: Born...
Oscar Isaac’s Intense Feud Show & More Included in Netflix Releases This Week
Netflix’s weekly slate for April 13‑19 features the highly anticipated second season of the anthology series Beef, starring Oscar Isaac alongside Carey Mulligan and Song Kang‑ho. Showrunner Lee Sung Jin describes the new season as a shift toward passive‑aggressive conflict, mirroring...
Mike Flanagan’s Hush Has the Best Horror Movie ‘Twist’ of the Last 10 Years
Mike Flanagan’s 2016 thriller Hush turns the Final Girl archetype on its head by centering a deaf, non‑verbal heroine, Maddie Young. The film’s minimalist sound design forces viewers into her silent perspective, making silence itself a source of tension and...
Mads Mikkelsen’s 85% RT Horror Actioner & More Release on HBO Max This Week
HBO Max’s April 13‑19 slate introduces a mix of genre titles and reality fare, highlighted by Lionsgate’s horror‑action film Dust Bunny starring Mads Mikkelsen. The movie entered the platform on April 17 with an 85% Rotten Tomatoes score and a...
1980s East Village Underground Film 'No Picnic' 4K Restoration Trailer
Film Forum is re‑releasing Philip Hartman's 1987 indie cult classic No Picnic in a brand‑new 4K restoration, with screenings beginning April 17, 2026. The black‑and‑white neo‑noir, which debuted at the 1987 Sundance Film Festival and won Best Cinematography, offers a...
The True Story Behind Netflix's Sports Drama Is Actually More Tragic than the Movie Shows
Netflix’s 2023 sports drama "The Iron Claw" dramatizes the rise and fall of the Von Erich wrestling dynasty, focusing on five brothers while omitting the sixth sibling, Chris, who also died tragically. The film highlights the “Von Erich curse” with...
5 Epic Season Finales & More Included in Peacock Releases This Week
Peacock’s April 13‑19 slate packs five high‑profile reality TV season finales, including The Voice’s Season 29 showdown and the concluding chapters of House of Villains and its companion podcast. The streaming service also debuts new reality offerings such as Love Island:...
Jennifer Lawrence’s $2.9B Movies & More Included in Hulu Releases This Week
Hulu’s April 13‑19 slate spotlights the entire Hunger Games franchise, adding all four original films plus the 2023 prequel to its library on April 14. The dystopian series, starring Jennifer Lawrence, has amassed roughly $3.3 billion in global box‑office receipts. The...
47 Years Ago Today: ‘Mad Max’ Premiered & Ignited a Cinematic Phenomenon in Film History
On April 12, 1979, Australia debuted "Mad Max," a low‑budget action thriller shot for roughly US$250,000 that went on to earn over $100 million worldwide. Directed by George Miller and starring a young Mel Gibson, the film shattered local box‑office records...
Love in Waiting: Fyang Smith Admits JM Ibarra Is Still Courting Her
Actress Fyang Smith confirmed that fellow actor JM Ibarra is still courting her, while emphasizing that they are focusing on their careers. The pair discussed their status at a media conference for their upcoming romance film "Almost Us," slated for...
A24's Elden Ring Movie: The Latest on Story, Casting, and Release Date
Renowned writer‑director Alex Garland is adapting FromSoftware’s 2022 hit *Elden Ring* into a feature film for A24. Garland has already delivered a 160‑page spec script and 40 pages of visual material to convince Miyazaki, and rumors link Kit Connor and...