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Backrooms Movie Shatters A24 Debut Record With Blockbuster Opening
At just 20 years old, director Kane Parsons helmed 'Backrooms,' a film that grossed $81.
Karlovy Vary Festival Reveals 2026 Lineup Featuring Nader Saeivar
For its 60th anniversary, the Karlovy Vary Film Festival spotlights 15 first-time directors across its competitive and special screening sections.
HBO Confirms Euphoria Season 3 Will Be the Series Finale
In the opening sequence of 'Euphoria' season three, Rue was depicted stuck midair on a border wall, approximately 20-25 feet high.
Jason Momoa Blends Minecraft, Dune, and DC Roles
Jason Momoa's iconic 'Dune' character, Duncan Idaho, and his 'Minecraft' persona, Garrett 'The Garbage Man' Garrison, both exist as Lego figures, a surprising duality in his career.
Gabby Petito Foundation Among Crimefighter of the Year Winners
Jeffrey Epstein survivors Jena-Lisa Jones, Haley Robson, and Courtney Wild received the 'Crimefighter of the Year' honor at the CrimeCon Clue Awards, a stark recognition of real-world impact amidst a
Hollywood's Original Material Cuts Spark Fears of Creative Drought
Warner Bros. Pictures chief Michael De Luca warns that for every five or six projects developed, only one gets a greenlight, yet studios are quick to slash the very budgets that fuel this creative pip
Italy Bans Kanye West Concert Over Antisemitic Remarks; Travis Scott's Cancelled
In Reggio Emilia, Italy, Prefect Salvatore Angieri ordered the cancellation of a Kanye West concert.
Frankie Valli cancels 2026 shows due to health concerns
Nine Frankie Valli concerts, including specific dates in June and July, have been abruptly canceled for 2026.
Bill Maher mocks Trump's Freedom 250 concert, jokes about unemployed
On his 'Real Time' monologue, Bill Maher quipped that the Freedom 250 concert lineup, which notably failed to secure even Milli Vanilli, demonstrated President Trump's concern for the unemployed.
Want to Publish Your Short Story in an Upscale Literary Magazine?
For emerging writers, the path to publication can be fraught with challenges, from finding the right platform to gaining the attention of discerning editors. Navigating this landscape requires more than just talent; it r…
Kristin Villanueva Announces Producing Pivot at Filipino Forces Event
At the Filipino Forces event in Hollywood, actress Kristin Villanueva revealed her ambition to explore producing, signaling a potential new chapter in her career.
Keane T.K. Wong's 'Afterpiece' Opens Shanghai Film Festival
Keane T.K. Wong's 'Afterpiece' has been named the opening film for the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival, slated for 2026.
Fremantle and Archery Pictures Develop New Moriarty Drama Series
Sherlock Holmes' arch nemesis, Professor Moriarty, is set to consult for the police, actively dismantling rival criminal networks while secretly maintaining his own criminal empire.
House of the Dragon Season 3 Opens Taormina Film Festival
The first episode of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” Season 3 will not just debut in London, but will also open the prestigious Taormina Film Festival in Sicily, according to Variety .
Variety hires Corbin Bolies to cover AI's impact on entertainment
Variety has committed an estimated $115,000-$130,000 annual salary to hire Corbin Bolies as its dedicated AI reporter.
CoPro 28 Market Spotlights 40+ Israeli Documentaries in Tel Aviv
More than 70 international representatives—broadcasters, producers, and distributors among them—will converge on Tel Aviv from June 8 to 12 for CoPro 28, Israel's leading documentary market, according
Olivia Rodrigo's 'You Seem Pretty Sad' album details revealed
Olivia Rodrigo's upcoming album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' will feature 13 tracks, including the Eighties-inspired lead single 'Drop Dead,' hinting at a complex emotional landscape
Star Citizen funding over $1B, Squadron 42 due this year
Star Citizen has officially surpassed $1 billion in lifetime funding, an unprecedented sum for a game still in its extended alpha development phase.
Brendan Wayne does much of Din Djarin's walking in The Mandalorian
During 'The Mandalorian' Season 2 production, Brendan Wayne, the actor physically embodying Din Djarin, tore his intestine.
30 Rock actor Grizz Chapman dies at 52 in his sleep
Actor Grizz Chapman, best known for playing a character of the same name on '30 Rock,' died in his sleep at age 52, a loss confirmed by his agent and close colleagues, according to KUSA and Syracuse .
Mubi fully finances Nicolas Winding Refn's 'Maniac Cop' remake
In a bold move, Mubi, a streaming service known for arthouse cinema, is fully financing Nicolas Winding Refn's 'Maniac Cop' remake.
Life Lessons on Courage Readers Are Learning From Peter Moscovita's Novels
Peter Moscovita's novels offer readers a deep dive into historical fiction, blending meticulous accuracy with profound human stories of courage and resilience, especially in WWII settings. His work transforms distant events into intimate experiences, providing timeless life lessons.
Blake Lively Attends Fendi Party in New York City
Blake Lively, fresh off a quiet settlement for her film 'It Ends with Us,' stepped onto the Fendi runway in New York City on October 26, signaling a deliberate pivot back into the public eye.
The Dreamed Adventure movie review: gangster epic unfolds
In Valeska Grisebach's 'The Dreamed Adventure,' an archaeological dig in rural Bulgaria unexpectedly unravels into a sprawling crime epic involving stolen diesel and human trafficking.