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Inside Oscar Nominees: Key Takeaways From 12 Months
SocialMar 13, 2026

Inside Oscar Nominees: Key Takeaways From 12 Months

I’ve talked to several Oscar nominees over the past 12 months. Here are some of the highlights. https://t.co/2YT21sT0xx

By Sean Fennessey
Pizza Movie Trailer Promises Hilarious Drug‑Trip Comedy
SocialMar 13, 2026

Pizza Movie Trailer Promises Hilarious Drug‑Trip Comedy

Fun Trailer for 'Pizza Movie' Drug Trip Comedy with Gaten Matarazzo https://t.co/Twftdz1XTr #SXSW2026 #PizzaMovie #GatenMatarazzo, #SeanGiambrone #LuluWilson https://t.co/jRlpV1PSdm

By Alex Billington
US Premiere of Nawi Tonight at Angelika, Q&A
SocialMar 13, 2026

US Premiere of Nawi Tonight at Angelika, Q&A

Come see the US premiere of Nawi tonight at the Angelika Film Center with a Q&A session https://t.co/6nis7l7wQj

By Albert Wenger
Revisiting Zulu
SocialMar 13, 2026

Revisiting Zulu

My review of the re-release of Zulu Dawn (1979) (dir. Douglas Hickox) is up here: https://t.co/Yi2FRXqsdd

By Peter Bradshaw
Review of The Straight Story Re‑release Now Available
SocialMar 13, 2026

Review of The Straight Story Re‑release Now Available

My review of the re-release of The Straight Story (1999) (dir. David Lynch) is up here: https://t.co/BJP04R7cez

By Peter Bradshaw
Review: Kei Ishikawa’s A
SocialMar 13, 2026

Review: Kei Ishikawa’s A

My review of A Pale View Of Hills (dir. Kei Ishikawa) is up here: https://t.co/80K3VYYFvL

By Peter Bradshaw
New Review: How To Make A Killing
SocialMar 13, 2026

New Review: How To Make A Killing

My review of How To Make A Killing (dir. John Patton Ford) is up here: https://t.co/zjcI8OGL4g

By Peter Bradshaw
My Review of Everybody To Kenmure Street Is Now
SocialMar 13, 2026

My Review of Everybody To Kenmure Street Is Now

My review of Everybody To Kenmure Street (dir. Felipe Bustos Sierra) is up here: https://t.co/jyfw0Y1XsG

By Peter Bradshaw
House of Dynamite's Plot Riddled with Inaccuracies and Illogic
SocialMar 13, 2026

House of Dynamite's Plot Riddled with Inaccuracies and Illogic

A worthy discussion here of the key inaccuracies and illogicality central to the plot of @netflix's film House of Dynamite: https://t.co/8CFYAw74md

By Tom Shugart
Bunnie Xo Memoir to Be Adapted by Yellowstone Producer
SocialMar 13, 2026

Bunnie Xo Memoir to Be Adapted by Yellowstone Producer

Bunnie Xo’s Memoir ‘Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic’ Gets Film Adaptation From ‘Yellowstone’ and ‘Landman’ Producer 101 Studios (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/iBHeoleYku via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Universal Extends VOD Window, Aiming 60 Days by 2028
SocialMar 13, 2026

Universal Extends VOD Window, Aiming 60 Days by 2028

"3 Steps. Today, Universal led the way on the first one… no more VOD window under 30 days…. then 45 days. Hopefully by 2028, that will be 60 days and we can stop fighting over the issue." THB #811:...

By David Poland
Undertone: A24's Pricey Flop, Pure Cinematic Snooze
SocialMar 13, 2026

Undertone: A24's Pricey Flop, Pure Cinematic Snooze

Whatever @A24 paid for #undertone they got completely ripped off Thorough snoozer Feels like a bargain basement IFC film Not a single aspect worth recommending unless you are looking for a solid nap at the multiplex 😴😴😴 https://t.co/IJ0jN7xuPu

By Erick Weber
Bradley Cooper to Write, Direct Ocean's 11 Prequel
SocialMar 13, 2026

Bradley Cooper to Write, Direct Ocean's 11 Prequel

Fun news: Bradley Cooper is now the choice to write and direct the Ocean's 11 prequel for WB. (Lee Isaac Chung recently dropped out.) Cooper would also star with Margot Robbie. No deals yet, but goal is to shoot this...

By Matthew Belloni
Exit 8: Surreal Subway Horror Forces Young Man's Self‑Confrontation
SocialMar 13, 2026

Exit 8: Surreal Subway Horror Forces Young Man's Self‑Confrontation

A young man confronts his life and fears while trapped in a surreal, endless subway corridor, in the surprisingly effective Japanese horror film "Exit 8". Here's my spoiler-free review: https://t.co/lesrIWr4ZV #horror #film #movies #exit8 https://t.co/IZDSKAqC7j

By Dave Taylor
Paul Thomas Anderson Near Oscar Win for Adapted Screenplay
SocialMar 13, 2026

Paul Thomas Anderson Near Oscar Win for Adapted Screenplay

Final Oscar Predictions: Adapted Screenplay — Paul Thomas Anderson Poised for His Long-Awaited Oscar-Winning Moment https://t.co/SFQD96Wz72 via @variety #Oscars

By Clayton Davis
Ryan Coogler Poised as Second Black Original Screenplay Oscar Winner
SocialMar 13, 2026

Ryan Coogler Poised as Second Black Original Screenplay Oscar Winner

Final Oscar Predictions: Original Screenplay — Ryan Coogler Set to Become the Second Black Winner in the Category With ‘Sinners’ https://t.co/5Fje98SQFK via @variety #Oscars

By Clayton Davis
Open Up: “Project Hail Mary” Restores Hope
SocialMar 12, 2026

Open Up: “Project Hail Mary” Restores Hope

We don't talk enough We should open up Before it's all too much Will we ever learn? We've been here before It's just what we know Now, when the Earth, humanity, and even the future itself feel broken, "Project Hail Mary" is a must-see comeback movie...

By Hideo Kojima (EN)
Undertone Hits AMC 16: Anticipation Meets Live Reaction
SocialMar 12, 2026

Undertone Hits AMC 16: Anticipation Meets Live Reaction

Now decibeling #undertone at AMC 16 in Prime 🔉 LIVE reax to follow on #MMT🌕 Hype is BIG here, can this film live up? https://t.co/GA3jnkQv5T

By Erick Weber
Universal Extends Theatrical Windows, Studios Refuse to Back Off
SocialMar 12, 2026

Universal Extends Theatrical Windows, Studios Refuse to Back Off

Word that Universal will be expanding its theatrical exclusivity windows starting today (just before what should be a very big year at the box office) is hopefully a signal that major studios with a greater vested interest in multiplex revenues...

By Scott Mendelson
Scream 7 Poised to Hit $100M, Fastest In
SocialMar 12, 2026

Scream 7 Poised to Hit $100M, Fastest In

Am projecting that #Scream7 will break $100M at North American #boxoffice tomorrow FRI on its 15th day of release. First 2026 film to join century club and fastest #Scream movie to ever reach this milestone. https://t.co/FV1mznQKjr

By Gitesh Pandya
How to Make a Killing Mirrors Kind Hearts, Loses Its Charm
SocialMar 12, 2026

How to Make a Killing Mirrors Kind Hearts, Loses Its Charm

HOW TO MAKE A KILLING is much more of a remake of kind hearts and coronets than is being advertised, with none of that film’s charm https://t.co/MMjVHCtblh

By Clarisse Loughrey
Sony's 'Single Female' Remake Lands
SocialMar 12, 2026

Sony's 'Single Female' Remake Lands

EXCLU: Sony’s SINGLE WHITE FEMALE remake, SINGLR FEMALE, starring Jenna Ortega and Taylor Russell lands BODIES BODIES BODIES writer and adds Stacey Sher as a producer https://t.co/vM46js41MH

By Justin Kroll
2011: Last Year Two Best Picture Contenders Surpassed $200M
SocialMar 12, 2026

2011: Last Year Two Best Picture Contenders Surpassed $200M

When was the last time the two films in a legitimate race for Best Picture both earned more than $200 million at the box office before nominations were announced? 2011 with THE SOCIAL NETWORK and THE KING’S SPEECH? I’m not...

By Sean Fennessey
Jessie Buckley Predicted to Win Best Actress
SocialMar 12, 2026

Jessie Buckley Predicted to Win Best Actress

Final Oscar Predictions: Best Actress — It’s Jessie Buckley, Plain and Simple https://t.co/qOdI3qNiCd via @variety #Oscars

By Clayton Davis
Jordan and DiCaprio Surge, Chalamet Loses Oscar Momentum
SocialMar 12, 2026

Jordan and DiCaprio Surge, Chalamet Loses Oscar Momentum

Final Oscar Predictions: Best Actor — Michael B. Jordan and Leonardo DiCaprio Gain Late Momentum as Timothée Chalamet Fades Who are you predicting? https://t.co/nrcbhlcKZh via @variety #Oscars

By Clayton Davis
Warner Deal Deemed Pro‑Competitive, Boosts Creative Champions
SocialMar 12, 2026

Warner Deal Deemed Pro‑Competitive, Boosts Creative Champions

All competition enforcers will find our deal is pro-competitive says Paramount Chief Legal Officer Makan Delrahim of Warner deal. This is opportunity to build a "true champion" for the creative community that can compete effectively global stage and streaming market.

By Joe Flint
Paramount Boosts Budget, yet Star Producer Defects to NBCU
SocialMar 12, 2026

Paramount Boosts Budget, yet Star Producer Defects to NBCU

Paramount added $1.5 billion to its Paramount+ programming budget, says Paramount Chief Legal Officer Makan Delrahim. And yet its most successful producer jumped ship to NBCU.

By Joe Flint
Paramount Pushes Theater Attendance to Outpace Streaming Giants
SocialMar 12, 2026

Paramount Pushes Theater Attendance to Outpace Streaming Giants

Paramount Chief Legal Officer Makan Delrahim says "we want customers in theaters" and to compete most effectively against "highly scaled" streaming competitors.

By Joe Flint
Paramount Warns Netflix‑Warner Merger Threatens Hollywood Future
SocialMar 12, 2026

Paramount Warns Netflix‑Warner Merger Threatens Hollywood Future

Paramount Chief Legal Officer Makan Delrahim says Netflix - Warner deal would have had "serious consequences for the future of Hollywood." A Paramount-Warner deal is about "increasing the amount of content."

By Joe Flint
Can Coogler Defy Anderson to Make Oscar History?
SocialMar 12, 2026

Can Coogler Defy Anderson to Make Oscar History?

Final Oscar Predictions: Best Director — Can Ryan Coogler Make History Despite Paul Thomas Anderson’s Dominant Run? https://t.co/DJzpgpUCWZ via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Theaters Shrinking, Shorts Suffer as Studios Cut Windows
SocialMar 12, 2026

Theaters Shrinking, Shorts Suffer as Studios Cut Windows

It’s ONE studio and it’s still less than HALF what windows were in the past Your do-nothing CEO is to blame for not getting REAL windows REINSTALLED years ago But do go on with your $AMC propaganda as theaters are literally bulldozed https://t.co/q5lB5ULkaw

By Erick Weber
Paramount's $110B Move Targets Rival, Says Antitrust Lawyer
SocialMar 12, 2026

Paramount's $110B Move Targets Rival, Says Antitrust Lawyer

“Paramount is spending 110 billion dollars to take out a rival” — antitrust attorney Ethan Litwin at Capital Forum conference.

By Joe Flint
New Trailer Drops for The Devil Wears Prada 2
SocialMar 12, 2026

New Trailer Drops for The Devil Wears Prada 2

Final Get Tickets Trailer for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Fashion Comedy https://t.co/9X1bc9Ytre #TheDevilWearsPrada2 #AnneHathaway #MerylStreep #StanleyTucci #sequel https://t.co/llqjzjPcXb

By Alex Billington
New Film Arriving
SocialMar 12, 2026

New Film Arriving

Likely incoming soon to your local theater unless it’s in a MAJOR cinephilic area https://t.co/q5lB5ULkaw

By Erick Weber
Aaron Pierre Dons Green Lantern Ring for Superman Sequel
SocialMar 12, 2026

Aaron Pierre Dons Green Lantern Ring for Superman Sequel

News now: Aaron Pierre is putting on the Green Lantern ring again, this time for Superman movie THE MAN OF TOMORROW. https://t.co/XDHbI9l87X

By Borys Kit
California AG Vows Tough Review of Paramount‑Warner Merger
SocialMar 12, 2026

California AG Vows Tough Review of Paramount‑Warner Merger

CA AG Rob Bonta says his office will be vigorous in its review of Paramount - Warner deal. Concern of higher consumer costs, job loss, etc.

By Joe Flint
AG Rob Bonta Assures No Paramount‑Warner Fallout at Conference
SocialMar 12, 2026

AG Rob Bonta Assures No Paramount‑Warner Fallout at Conference

California AG Rob Bonta speaking at Future of Hollywood conference held by Capital Forum. Not expecting any bombs re: Paramount-Warner but will provide some coverage here.

By Joe Flint
Desert Warrior Action Trailer Drops Featuring Mackie, Copley, Kingsley
SocialMar 12, 2026

Desert Warrior Action Trailer Drops Featuring Mackie, Copley, Kingsley

First Trailer for Action Movie 'Desert Warrior' with Mackie, Copley, Kingsley https://t.co/dVUmejJN0b #DesertWarrior #AiyshaHart #SharltoCopley #BenKingsley #AnthonyMackie #actionmovie https://t.co/0yN8PiIhB1

By Alex Billington
This Year's Oscar Best Picture Mirrors Today's Cultural Climate
SocialMar 12, 2026

This Year's Oscar Best Picture Mirrors Today's Cultural Climate

The Oscar Best Picture Winners Have Long Been a Sign of the Times. This Year Even More So https://t.co/6Li3dsDgZ7 via @variety

By Clayton Davis
Pixar/Disney Cold Streak Ends as WB Hot Streak Fades
SocialMar 12, 2026

Pixar/Disney Cold Streak Ends as WB Hot Streak Fades

Listen Now | @charliejaneanders joins the usual gang of idiots (@scott_alan_mendelson, Lisa Laman and Jeremy Fuster) to discuss the apparent end of a near-decade-long Pixar/Disney cold streak alongside the decisive end of a nearly year-long WB hot streak.

By Scott Mendelson
Sold‑Out Glasgow Screenings Celebrate Running Man’s Return
SocialMar 12, 2026

Sold‑Out Glasgow Screenings Celebrate Running Man’s Return

Thank you so much to the amazing audiences at the @glasgowfilm for making yesterday's two sold-out screenings of @RunningManMovie so enjoyable and memorable. We had a great time shooting in the city and I had wanted to come back and...

By Edgar Wright
Universal Extends Theater Window to Minimum 45 Days
SocialMar 12, 2026

Universal Extends Theater Window to Minimum 45 Days

As studios finally start to see the damage of the short theatrical windows are making long term, #Universal is changing their strategy and will keep #universal released titles exclusively in Theatres for at least 45 days, regardless of performance at...

By Luiz Fernando
Busy Week Ahead, Disney Investors Meeting Streams Wednesday
SocialMar 12, 2026

Busy Week Ahead, Disney Investors Meeting Streams Wednesday

It seems next week is gonna be PACKED Including the Disney investors meeting being live-streamed on Wednesday !

By Grace Randolph
Focus Features' 17‑day Windows Crush Indie Theatrical Releases
SocialMar 12, 2026

Focus Features' 17‑day Windows Crush Indie Theatrical Releases

One of the things you guys are missing in the news: Focus Features windows stay at 17 DAYS This is why smaller films are getting BULLDOZED They already don’t demand theatrical viewing and here you are dumping them on streaming in less...

By Erick Weber
CEOs' Inaction Cost Theaters; Universal Extends Windows
SocialMar 12, 2026

CEOs' Inaction Cost Theaters; Universal Extends Windows

This Universal-extending-windows news is fantastic for theaters but your lazy CEOs at the theatrical chains who did not DEMAND THEM back in 2023 when there was LEVERAGE is UNFORGIVABLE That temerity cost many theaters their existence

By Erick Weber
Universal Launches Bold Campaign for MJ Biopic Debuting April 22
SocialMar 12, 2026

Universal Launches Bold Campaign for MJ Biopic Debuting April 22

Meanwhile in the UK, #Universal is ramping up marketing campaign for #MICHAEL, dropping a series of INSANE posters to confirm once more that the KING OF POP #MichaelJackson’s music biopic starring his nephew #JaafarJackson debuts on an unusual WED, on...

By Luiz Fernando
NBCU Extends Theatrical Windows, Announces Super Mario Film
SocialMar 12, 2026

NBCU Extends Theatrical Windows, Announces Super Mario Film

Big news. The highest praise for NBCUniversal Chairman Donna Langley and her team Pete Levinsohn and Jim Orr. Giving us hits like The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (opening April 1). AND Universal is significantly lengthening the time that movies will...

By Adam Aron
Ryan Coogler Poised to Clinch Best Director Oscar
SocialMar 12, 2026

Ryan Coogler Poised to Clinch Best Director Oscar

Why I’m Predicting Ryan Coogler Will Win the Best Director Oscar: If 16 Nominations for ‘Sinners’ Aren’t Enough, What Will Be? https://t.co/CSLeg0jHqN via @variety #Oscars

By Clayton Davis
2025 Ticket Sales Reach Only 62% of 2019 Levels
SocialMar 12, 2026

2025 Ticket Sales Reach Only 62% of 2019 Levels

We should remember that “tickets sold” is an estimate based these days on details coming from outside analytics companies that don’t have access to all the facts.

By David Poland