Why So Serious? Despite The Trailer Discourse, Christopher Nolan And “The Odyssey” Deserve The Benefit Of The Doubt
Christopher Nolan’s upcoming adaptation of Homer’s epic, titled “The Odyssey,” has unleashed a wave of online debate after its new trailer dropped. Critics are fixated on modern dialogue and anachronistic armor, while fans point to the film’s $250 million budget, unprecedented IMAX 70 mm shoot, and a star‑studded cast. The director’s history of turning skeptical buzz into box‑office triumphs suggests the controversy may be premature. With a non‑linear narrative and global locations, the movie promises a cinematic event that could redefine blockbuster storytelling.
Trailer – “Evil Dead Burn”
Warner Bros. Pictures unveiled the official trailer for “Evil Dead Burn,” slated for theatrical release on July 10. The horror sequel stars Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan and several emerging actors. The plot follows a grieving woman whose...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – “The Devil Wears Prada 2”
The Next Best Picture Podcast released a spoiler‑filled review of “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” reuniting Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and the original crew to explore Runway Magazine’s fight for survival in a digital age. Hosts Josh Parham, Dan Bayer and Cody Dericks...
Five Seasons In, “Abbott Elementary” Still Has Lessons For Other Long-Running Sitcoms
Abbott Elementary has defied modern TV odds by reaching a fifth season, each with 22 episodes—a rarity for sitcoms. Season 5 pushes the series into bold new territory, notably relocating the school to a mall to lampoon public‑school funding woes....
“CONBODY VS EVERYBODY”
Debra Granik’s five‑part docuseries "Conbody VS Everybody" chronicles former inmate Coss Marte’s eight‑year journey building a bodyweight gym on New York’s Lower East Side. Marte, who lost 70 pounds in prison using his own routine, expands ConBody into a brick‑and‑mortar studio...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Two Pianos” Filmmaker Arnaud Desplechin
The Next Best Picture Podcast released an interview with French director Arnaud Desplechin about his 2025 romantic drama "Two Pianos." The film, starring François Civil, debuted in the Gala Presentations at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and earned strong...
The 2026 Summer Movies We Cannot Wait To See
The article outlines a packed 2026 summer slate, ranging from high‑profile sequels like The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Mortal Kombat II to franchise blockbusters such as Star Wars, Toy Story 5, and Supergirl. It highlights a mix of horror (Obsession, Passenger), indie titles (Blue Film,...
SAG-AFTRA Launches The “I Am An Actor: A SAG-AFTRA Podcast”
SAG-AFTRA has launched “I Am An Actor,” a weekly podcast that extends its celebrated Actor Awards tradition into the audio space. Hosted by showrunner Jon Brockett and actress Jamie Chung, each 40‑60 minute episode features a single guest who shares their...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Hokum” Star Adam Scott & Filmmaker Damian McCarthy
The supernatural horror film "Hokum," written and directed by Damian McCarthy and starring Adam Scott, debuted at the 2026 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival to strong critical acclaim. The story follows an author who travels to rural Ireland to...
Discussions With Peter Jackson, Cate Blanchett & Tilda Swinton Added To The 2026 Cannes Film Festival
The Cannes Film Festival 2026 will expand its Official Selection with a new discussion series featuring Sir Peter Jackson, Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton. Jackson will appear on May 13, the day after receiving an Honorary Palme d’Or, celebrating his $3 billion‑grossing...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Mother Mary”
The Next Best Picture Podcast released a preview episode reviewing David Lowery’s new film “Mother Mary,” starring Anne Hathaway, Michaela Coel, Hunter Schafer and FKA Twigs. The hosts—Nadia Dalimonte, Dan Bayer, Sara Clements, Larry Fried and Brendan Hodges—dissect the film’s ghost‑story structure, metaphor‑rich script...
The 2026 Gotham TV Award (GOTHAM) Nominations
The Gotham Film & Media Institute unveiled its 2026 Television Awards nominations, covering twelve competitive categories and introducing a new Limited or Anthology Series segment. Netflix, HBO Max, Apple TV, and other streaming services dominate the slate, with titles like...
The 2026 Tribeca Festival Talks, Reunions & Retrospectives Lineup
The Tribeca Festival’s 2026 lineup, celebrating its 25th anniversary, unveils a slate of one‑night Talks, Reunions, and Retrospectives that blend iconic film screenings with fresh world premieres. Bruce Springsteen will be honored with the Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice...
Is 2026 The Year The Emmys Will Finally Embrace Taylor Sheridan?
Taylor Sheridan’s Paramount+ westerns—Yellowstone, its prequels 1883 and 1923, Landman and the new drama The Madison—have amassed massive audiences and solid guild accolades, yet none have secured an Emmy nomination. The 2026 awards season puts Landman and The Madison in...
“MODERN WHORE”
"Modern Whore" is a hybrid documentary directed by Nicole Bazuin that follows writer‑performer Andrea Werhun’s journey from university student to escort and exotic dancer. The 80‑minute film mixes candid interviews, dramatized reenactments, animation, and neo‑noir set design to illustrate the...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Michael”
The Next Best Picture Podcast released a new episode reviewing “Michael,” the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson. The hosts—Katie Johnson, Josh Parham, Giovanni Lago, and Daniel Howat—discuss the film’s focus on Jackson’s early...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Apex” Screenwriter Jeremy Robbins
The Next Best Picture Podcast released an interview with "Apex" screenwriter Jeremy Robbins, offering behind‑the‑scenes insight into the 2026 survival thriller starring Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton and Eric Bana. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur, the film follows a rock climber hunted...
Something’s In The Water At “Widow’s Bay,” And It’s Worth A Sip
Apple TV+ has launched "Widow’s Bay," a supernatural thriller set on a cursed New England island where mayor Tom Loftis (Matthew Rhys) battles local superstition while trying to revive tourism. The series blends 70s‑80s horror aesthetics with modern storytelling, delivering...
“APEX”
“Apex,” directed by Baltasar Kormákur, follows grief‑laden Sasha (Charlize Theron) as she wanders the Australian outback five months after a fatal rockslide. When she encounters the unsettling Ben (Taron Egerton), the film shifts from a meditative survival story to a...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Mother Mary” Filmmaker David Lowery
David Lowery’s new psychological drama‑thriller "Mother Mary" starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel is now playing in limited A24 theaters and will expand nationwide on April 24. The film, written and directed by Lowery, features an all‑female core cast and...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interviews With “Fuze” Stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Sam Worthington, And Director David Mackenzie
British crime‑thriller "Fuze," directed by David Mackenzie and starring Aaron Taylor‑Johnson, Sam Worthington and Theo James, debuted at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival to positive reviews for its tense action and twists. The plot centers on a citywide evacuation...
The Gotham Television Awards Will Honor The Duffer Brothers And “Stranger Things” With The Visionary Tribute
The Gotham Film & Media Institute will present the Visionary Tribute to Matt and Ross Duffer at the third annual Gotham Television Awards on June 1 in New York. The honor recognizes the Duffer brothers’ creation of Netflix’s global hit...
Some Music Biopics Are Embraced By The Academy While Others Aren’t – What Does This Mean For “Michael?”
Musical biopics such as Bohemian Rhapsody and Elvis have shown that massive box‑office success can translate into Oscar recognition, even when critics are lukewarm. However, other high‑grossing titles like Straight Outta Compton, Rocketman, and Bob Marley: One Love received few...
Bruno Dumont’s “Red Rocks” Added To The Directors’ Fortnight Section At The 2026 Cannes Film Festival
Bruno Dumont’s latest film, “Red Rocks,” has been selected for the Directors’ Fortnight section of the 79th Cannes Film Festival, running May 12‑23, 2026. The French auteur, who debuted in the Fortnight in 1997, continues his evolution toward a stripped‑down,...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Over Your Dead Body” Director Jorma Taccone
Jorma Taccone’s new action‑comedy‑thriller “Over Your Dead Body” debuted at the South by Southwest Film & TV Festival, drawing praise for its performances, stunt work, and dark humor. The movie is an English‑language remake of the 2021 film “The Trip,”...
James Gray’s New Film “Paper Tiger” To Be Added In Competition At The 2026 Cannes Film Festival
James Gray’s crime thriller “Paper Tiger,” starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Miles Teller, has been added to the Palme d’Or competition at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. The film will premiere in competition and Neon has secured North American...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “I Swear” Star Robert Aramayo
"I Swear" is a 2025 British biographical drama directed by Kirk Jones that chronicles the life of John Davidson, a Scottish man with severe Tourette syndrome featured in the 1989 documentary “John’s Not Mad.” The film debuted at the Toronto...
The Short Films Lineup For The 2026 Cannes Film Festival
The Cannes Film Festival’s 2026 short film competition will feature ten titles chosen from a pool of 3,184 entries, representing 136 countries. The lineup spans a range of genres and includes works by emerging directors such as Hadrien Bels, Mathilde...
Richard Gadd’s “Half Man” Is A Ferocious Dissection Of Brotherly Trauma
HBO’s six‑part limited series “Half Man,” created and written by Richard Gadd, follows the volatile bond between Niall (Jamie Bell) and Ruben (Gadd) from 1980s Scotland to a present‑day wedding. The show uses brutal visual language and a haunting score...
“MICHAEL”
The upcoming film "Michael" is the first authorized Michael Jackson biopic, produced with the blessing of the singer’s estate and directed by Antoine Fuqua. Starring Jaafar Jackson as the adult Michael, the 127‑minute drama follows the early years of the...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Amrum” Filmmaker Fatih Akin
German director Fatih Akin’s new historical drama “Amrum” debuted in the Cannes Premiere section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, drawing praise for its direction, screenplay and Jasper Billerbeck’s lead performance. Co‑written with Hark Bohm, the film recounts Bohm’s childhood on...
Where To Watch Last Year’s Oscar Contenders On TV This Year
The 2025 Oscar season’s top nominees—including Elle Fanning, Jacob Elordi, Kate Hudson, Chase Infiniti and Oscar Isaac—have swiftly resurfaced on streaming television. Their new series and season returns arrive just weeks after the Oscars, positioning them for potential Emmy consideration....
The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy”
The Next Best Picture Podcast released a new episode reviewing Lee Cronin’s reimagining of "The Mummy," starring Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, and others. Produced by horror veterans James Wan and Jason Blum, the film adopts a darker, more brutal tone reminiscent...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Wasteman” Stars David Jonssan & Tom Blyth
"Wasteman" is a 2025 British prison drama directed by Cal McMau, starring David Jonsson and Tom Blyth as desperate cellmates. The film debuted at the Toronto International Film Festival, where critics praised its gritty direction and powerful performances. Following the...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Erupcja” Stars Jeremy O. Harris, Lena Góra, And Director Pete Ohs
Erupcja, a 2025 drama directed by Pete Ohs, debuted in the Centerpiece section of the Toronto International Film Festival and later screened at Film at Lincoln Center’s New Directors program. The film stars pop star Charli XCX, Polish actress Lena...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “The Christophers” Stars Ian McKellen & Michaela Coel
The Christophers, a 2025 black‑comedy directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Ed Solomon, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival to strong critical acclaim, especially for its screenplay and the performances of Sir Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel. The film, now...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Mile End Kicks” Filmmaker Chandler Levack
Mile End Kicks, a 2025 Canadian romantic comedy written and directed by Chandler Levack, follows aspiring author Grace Pine (Barbie Ferreira) as she moves to Montreal, swaps a book project on Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill for a love triangle with members of...
The Un Certain Regard Jury For The 2026 Cannes Film Festival
Leïla Bekhti, the award‑winning French actress, will preside over the Un Certain Regard jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, which runs May 12‑23, 2026. She is joined by Senegalese producer Angèle Diabang, Lebanese composer Khaled Mouzanar, Italian director Laura Samani, and French...
CinemaCon 2026 Recap: Walt Disney Studios
Walt Disney Studios opened CinemaCon 2026 by reaffirming its box‑office dominance, noting it has been the #1 studio for nine of the past ten years. New CEO Josh D’Amaro’s recent appointment was barely mentioned, as Disney emphasized continuity for theater...
Alice Winocour Will Receive The 2026 Alpine Award At The Cannes Film Festival
French director Alice Winocour has been named the 2026 recipient of the newly created Alpine Award, which will be presented during the Directors’ Fortnight closing ceremony at the Cannes Film Festival on May 21. The Alpine Award, launched in 2025,...
Inside HBO Max’s 2026 Emmy Strategy: Ranking The Network’s Top Priorities This Awards Season
HBO Max is mapping a focused Emmy‑season strategy for 2026, prioritizing a handful of drama, comedy and limited‑series titles to sustain its historic dominance at the Primetime Emmys. In drama, "The Pitt" anchors the campaign, with "Task" and Zendaya’s "Euphoria"...
CinemaCon 2026 Recap: Universal Pictures & Focus Features
Universal Pictures used its CinemaCon 2026 stage to underline stability amid Hollywood upheaval, announcing a five‑week exclusive theatrical window for all 2026 releases and a seven‑week window for 2027. The studio unveiled a star‑studded slate—including Christopher Nolan’s IMAX‑ready "The Odyssey,"...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Blue Heron” Filmmaker Sophy Romvari
Sophy Romvari’s directorial debut, the drama “Blue Heron,” premiered at the 78th Locarno Film Festival and earned universal acclaim. The semi‑autobiographical story follows a Hungarian immigrant family on Vancouver Island in the late 1990s, focusing on the challenges faced by...
Questlove’s “Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That’s The Weight Of The World)” Will Open The 2026 Tribeca...
The Tribeca Film Festival announced that HBO’s new documentary “Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That’s the Weight of the World)” directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson will serve as the Opening Night film for its 25th anniversary in...
“MOTHER MARY”
David Lowery’s new film “Mother Mary” pairs Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel in a gothic‑styled drama about a fallen pop star seeking redemption through a former costume designer. The movie blends moody visuals with original synth‑pop tracks penned by Jack...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Normal” Star Bob Odenkirk And Director Ben Wheatley
"Normal" is a 2025 American action film directed by Ben Wheatley, written by Derek Kolstad and co‑created with star Bob Odenkirk, who also leads the cast alongside Henry Winkler and Lena Headey. The movie premiered in the Midnight Madness slot...
The Contenders, Underdogs, And The Frontrunner For Outstanding Comedy Series At The 2026 Emmys
With Apple’s hit "The Studio" ineligible for the 2026 Emmys, the Outstanding Comedy Series race is wide open. Season 5 of "Hacks" emerges as the frontrunner, having dominated most winter precursors despite a modest awards haul. "The Comeback" could pull an...
The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Bunnylovr” Filmmaker And Star Katarina Zhu
The Next Best Picture Podcast features an interview with Katarina Zhu, writer‑director‑star of the 2025 drama "Bunnylovr." The film, Zhu’s directorial debut, follows a Chinese‑American cam girl entangled in a toxic client relationship while reconciling with her dying father. It...
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival Critics’ Week Lineup
The 65th Cannes Critics’ Week unveiled eleven films, opening with Phuong Mai Nguyen’s animated debut “In Waves,” the first animated feature ever to lead the section. The competition mixes first‑time directors with sophomore efforts, including Blerta Basholli’s highly anticipated “Dua”...
Trailer – “The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping”
Lionsgate has unveiled the trailer for “The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping,” a prequel set 24 years before the original series. The film, starring Joseph Zada, Elle Fanning, Ralph Fiennes and other notable actors, is slated for a November...