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fromEsquire
1 day ago

The Best Action Movies of 2026 (So Far)

In the new film, he plays a hit man named Mike who is attempting to leave the business when he's framed for murder. He's sleeping with loan shark Nick's wife Alice, so Nick tricks him into pulling off one last job.
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fromVulture
1 day ago

The 13 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

Zendaya and Robert Pattinson's film explores wedding anxieties and dark secrets, while reality shows continue to stir drama and relationships.
fromInverse
1 day ago

70 Years Ago, Steve Martin Brought Godzilla To The US

Godzilla: King of the Monsters! was an American edit that went beyond dubbing the film into English, adding scenes and a new protagonist, an American reporter who served as a point-of-view character for '50s audiences watching this foreign flick.
Independent films
#nintendo
Video games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Nintendo is weathering the storm

Nintendo remains successful in a struggling gaming industry by focusing on its strengths and maintaining a consistent release schedule.
fromGame Informer
in 3 weeks

Invincible VS Art Director Talks Creating The Game's Visual Style, Toughest Fighter To Design, And Working With The Series Creators

Whenever you're working with an existing IP, there's always the question of how you're going to translate and adapt, right? Because it's not a one-to-one sort of interpretation.
Graphic design
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Supergirl: the new trailer suggests that the DC Universe has an intriguing trick up its sleeve

The newly formed DC Universe is once again ready to push outwards rather than merely backwards, as seen in the new trailer featuring Milly Alcock's Kara.
DC food
Music production
fromIndieWire
3 days ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
#disney
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Disney Receives Upgrade and Is Historically Cheap Even in Harsh Scenarios

Raymond James upgraded Disney's rating to Outperform, citing attractive entry points for long-term investors amid a 13.06% year-to-date stock decline.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Disney Reportedly Interested in Buying Fortnite Maker Epic Games

Disney is reportedly interested in acquiring Epic Games to deepen their existing relationship and integrate Disney IP into Fortnite.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Disney Receives Upgrade and Is Historically Cheap Even in Harsh Scenarios

Raymond James upgraded Disney's rating to Outperform, citing attractive entry points for long-term investors amid a 13.06% year-to-date stock decline.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Disney Reportedly Interested in Buying Fortnite Maker Epic Games

Disney is reportedly interested in acquiring Epic Games to deepen their existing relationship and integrate Disney IP into Fortnite.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Mario Galaxy Movie Exists Because Console Growth Is Tapped Out

Movies are becoming the primary introduction to Mario characters, reflecting a shift in how audiences engage with the franchise.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
3 days ago

To Access Stranded Capital, Filmmakers Need to Learn Demand-Side Thinking

Shifting from supply-side to demand-side thinking is crucial for independent filmmakers to attract investment and audience interest.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Why do this spring's blockbusters feel so smug?

Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice combines multiple genres but relies on repetitive comedic elements that feel familiar and uninspired.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 days ago

'Thank You For Generating With Us!' Hollywood's AI Acolytes Stay on the Hype Train

Generative AI is revolutionary, but it cannot replace human creativity, which is rooted in effort and experience.
Television
fromDefector
1 day ago

It's Time To Grow Up | Defector

HBO's Harry Potter series aims to attract new fans while navigating controversies surrounding J.K. Rowling's anti-trans activism.
Film
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why people are suddenly hesitant to watch Zendaya's new movie, "The Drama"

The film 'The Drama' faces backlash for its sensitive plot involving a character's confession about planning a school shooting.
#super-mario
Independent films
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a black hole of entertainment

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie fails to entertain, lacking humor, storytelling, and character development, leaving audiences disengaged.
Independent films
fromInverse
4 days ago

'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Post-Credits Explained: What Spinoffs Are Next?

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie expands the franchise's lore and hints at future adventures beyond the Mushroom Kingdom.
Independent films
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a black hole of entertainment

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie fails to entertain, lacking humor, storytelling, and character development, leaving audiences disengaged.
Independent films
fromInverse
4 days ago

'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Post-Credits Explained: What Spinoffs Are Next?

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie expands the franchise's lore and hints at future adventures beyond the Mushroom Kingdom.
#star-wars
DC food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

New 'Star Wars' series makes Darth Maul's story accessible for longtime fans and newcomers

A new animated series, 'Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord,' explores Darth Maul's character during a time of self-discovery and relationship-building.
fromInverse
3 days ago
Independent films

2026's Most Divisive Star Wars Character Could Address A Horrible Trope

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fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

New 'Star Wars' series makes Darth Maul's story accessible for longtime fans and newcomers

A new animated series, 'Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord,' explores Darth Maul's character during a time of self-discovery and relationship-building.
fromInverse
3 days ago
Independent films

2026's Most Divisive Star Wars Character Could Address A Horrible Trope

Media industry
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Future of TV Briefing: What publishers have to offer creators

Publishers are increasingly collaborating with creators to enhance revenue opportunities and audience reach.
fromNo Film School
1 day ago

How a $30K Animated Indie Scored a Theatrical Run - Then Landed on HBO

Glander and producer Payson made Boys Go to Jupiter with a tiny team and a $30,000 budget, showcasing the potential of indie filmmaking in animation.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Testaments to Big Mistakes: the seven best shows to stream this week

Via tentative rebel student Agnes Mackenzie, the drama meticulously illustrates the ways disempowered people hoard what little agency they have in Gilead's oppressive environment.
Television
#avatar
Film
fromInverse
4 days ago

'Avatar 4'? Producer Teases The Sequels Are "Full Speed Ahead"

The Avatar team won an Oscar for Best Visual Effects, showcasing their innovative approach to creating the world of Pandora.
Film
fromInverse
4 days ago

'Avatar 4'? Producer Teases The Sequels Are "Full Speed Ahead"

The Avatar team won an Oscar for Best Visual Effects, showcasing their innovative approach to creating the world of Pandora.
Silicon Valley food
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

9 Years Later, Star Wars Is Burying Its Most Embarrassing Failure

Disney is removing all Galactic Starcruiser references from Galaxy's Edge as the failed hotel experience is being scrubbed from the parks, while the land undergoes rebranding to feature characters from multiple Star Wars eras instead of just the sequel trilogy.
Marketing tech
fromVariety
2 weeks ago

Directable AI Set to Disrupt Film and TV Biz: 'It's Going to Help Small Film Industries in Asia Compete'

Generative AI tools with advanced directability are transforming film and TV production workflows, enabling filmmakers to achieve results three to four times faster than traditional methods.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Brief oral history: How 'A Minecraft Movie' rode the chicken jockey to the top of the box office

Kayleen Walters, head of Mojang Studios and VP of franchise development for gaming at Microsoft: We wanted to push the story beyond what players experience in-game and do something special for the film, making sure Minecraft not only stayed true to its roots but also created an experience that welcomed new fans into the franchise.
Independent films
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

From the phone to the plex: why TV shows are turning into movies

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man achieved over 25 million views on Netflix in three days, showcasing the shift from cinema to streaming.
#netflix
Television
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in April 2026

Netflix is releasing a diverse lineup of new movies and TV shows in April, including anticipated series and acclaimed films.
Television
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in April 2026

Netflix is releasing a diverse lineup of new movies and TV shows in April, including anticipated series and acclaimed films.
#wonder-man
DC food
fromInverse
1 week ago

Marvel's Most Underrated Series Is Coming Back For Season 2

Wonder Man Season 2 has been confirmed, continuing the story of Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery as they navigate challenges in Hollywood.
DC food
fromInverse
1 week ago

Marvel's Most Underrated Series Is Coming Back For Season 2

Wonder Man Season 2 has been confirmed, continuing the story of Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery as they navigate challenges in Hollywood.
Film
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

Horror Movies Seemed Unusually Good in Q1 - What Went Wrong at the Box Office?

Q1 2026 saw unexpected quality in horror films, contrasting with historical trends of poor releases during this period.
fromInverse
4 days ago

12 Years Later, 'Masters Of The Universe' Is Pulling An Obvious MCU Trick

The classic cartoon franchise is getting a high-budget live-action remake, and it plays exactly by the Marvel rulebook. The trailer is focused on the central story of Adam Glenn, the lost prince of Eternia, forced to live in hiding on Earth.
Independent films
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fromVariety
3 days ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
fromAnOther
3 days ago

Films to See This April

Emma drops an absolute bombshell in the midst of a game where they're asked to reveal the worst thing they've ever done. Soon everyone around her starts to question how well they really know her.
Film
fromInverse
3 days ago

James Gunn's First Movie Proves He Hasn't Changed in 20 Years

Gunn's first screenplay, Tromeo & Juliet, was co-written with Troma co-founder Lloyd Kaufman, promising 'all the body-piercing, kinky sex, and car crashes that Shakespeare wanted but never had.'
Independent films
DC food
fromComicBook.com
2 weeks ago

We Aren't Getting Spider-Man vs. Kingpin, but the Next Best Thing Is Happening 3 Times This Year

Tombstone will appear as a major villain in three Spider-Man projects in 2026, including Spider-Man: Brand New Day, serving as an alternative to Kingpin due to rights issues.
Film
fromGame Informer
4 days ago

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review - Shooting For The Stars

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie builds on its predecessor's success, delivering a fast-paced adventure filled with nostalgic references but sacrificing some narrative cohesion.
Film
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

See/Hear: The Best Movies, TV and Music for April

A24's The Drama features a dark twist, contrasting its lighthearted marketing campaign, while Pizza Movie offers a comedic take on college life and drug experiences.
Television
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

10 Years Ago, One Conflicted Sci-Fi Reboot Dropped A Wild Finale

The 2009-2011 V reboot served as a transitional bridge between eras of science fiction television, featuring Morena Baccarin's standout performance as the alien leader Anna.
fromRaymondcamden
1 week ago

Checking if a Movie has a Post or Mid Credit Scene

The app is incredibly simple. I made use of the wonderful SimpleCSS for my design and then made use of the TMDB API. The TMDB APIs are pretty easy to use, but finding out how to get this information did take a bit of digging.
Film
Independent films
fromInverse
6 days ago

5 Years Ago, A Silly Sci-Fi Movie Sneakily Saved Hollywood

Godzilla vs. Kong marked a pivotal moment for movie theaters' recovery post-COVID-19, testing audience willingness to return to cinemas.
Film
fromEsquire
5 days ago

The 9 Best Movies of 2026 (So Far)

Major studio films have underperformed, while smaller films have offered fresh ideas and engaging stories.
Independent films
fromInverse
4 days ago

35 Years Later, A Classic Scorsese Thriller Is Getting A Modern TV Reboot

Cape Fear is being adapted into a miniseries by Apple TV, following a pair of public defenders facing a vengeful murderer they once defended.
#project-hail-mary
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fromEngadget
6 days ago

Project Hail Mary is already Amazon MGM's highest-grossing film ever

Project Hail Mary has grossed over $300 million, making it Amazon MGM's highest-grossing film to date.
Film
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Project Hail Mary flies past major franchise to become US's top film of the year

Project Hail Mary is the highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2026, surpassing Avatar: Fire and Ash with a domestic gross of $164.3 million.
Independent films
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

'Project Hail Mary' becomes Amazon MGM's biggest box office hit | TechCrunch

Project Hail Mary has become Amazon's highest grossing movie, surpassing Creed III, with a budget of $200 million.
Film
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Project Hail Mary is already Amazon MGM's highest-grossing film ever

Project Hail Mary has grossed over $300 million, making it Amazon MGM's highest-grossing film to date.
Film
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Project Hail Mary flies past major franchise to become US's top film of the year

Project Hail Mary is the highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2026, surpassing Avatar: Fire and Ash with a domestic gross of $164.3 million.
Independent films
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

'Project Hail Mary' becomes Amazon MGM's biggest box office hit | TechCrunch

Project Hail Mary has become Amazon's highest grossing movie, surpassing Creed III, with a budget of $200 million.
Independent films
fromKqed
5 days ago

That Was a Fun Movie. But Where are the Bloopers These Days?

Jackie Chan popularized blooper reels in the 1990s, which have evolved into post-credit scenes in modern films.
Film
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Super Mario Galaxy Movie: 10 Things We Learned From The Press Tour

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie features a star-studded cast and unique promotional moments leading up to its premiere.
Film
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trailers for trailers? Movie studios in the TikTok era are competing for 1 second of your precious attention

Warner Bros. Discovery and Marvel Studios employed innovative pre-trailer marketing strategies, releasing promotional clips and fan-involved content before full trailer debuts.
#marvel-cinematic-universe
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Don't mention the m-word: are mutant X-Men about to show up en masse in Spider-Man: Brand New Day?

The MCU is integrating mutants, with Spider-Man showing signs of mutation and a shift in narrative direction.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Don't mention the m-word: are mutant X-Men about to show up en masse in Spider-Man: Brand New Day?

The MCU is integrating mutants, with Spider-Man showing signs of mutation and a shift in narrative direction.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Let's Wrap Up the MFL with a Few Small Charts

One Battle After Another dominated the awards race and even threw in some box-office points as well. Seven of the top-ten movies were Best Picture nominees at the Oscars, for what it's worth.
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fromInverse
2 weeks ago

53 Years Later, Star Wars Is Restoring Goofy George Lucas Canon

The term 'laser sword' predates 'lightsaber' in Star Wars canon, originating in early drafts of A New Hope, and is used by characters unfamiliar with Jedi weapons.
Film
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Hollywood Is Dead: We Must Fight to Save the True Magic

Technological advancement in filmmaking has eliminated scarcity and bottlenecks that once created awe, diminishing the magic of cinema through abundance rather than enhancing it.
Independent films
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

25 Years Later, Pixar Is Reviving Its Boldest Fantasy Franchise

Monsters, Inc. 3 is in early development at Pixar, marking the franchise's first direct sequel 25 years after the original film.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Hollywood Is Losing Audiences to AI Fatigue

Contemporary Hollywood's frequent AI stories have grown repetitive, commercially unreliable, and have undermined the cinematic treatment of artificial intelligence.
Film
fromEsquire
3 weeks ago

Do Original Movies Have Any Hope Left? I Went on a Journey to Find Out.

Theaters must create unique event experiences to compete with home entertainment, driving elaborate marketing stunts and premium screen innovations.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Marvel Is Desperate To Make Avengers: Doomsday The Biggest Event Of 2026 - Kotaku

MrBeast is equity-rich but cash-poor, Marvel launched an 11-month Avengers: Doomsday countdown, and players are deeply engaged with Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel.
Film
fromInverse
1 month ago

15 Years Later, A Star Wars Fan Favorite Reveals His One Rule For A Big Comeback

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord explores Maul's transformation into a criminal kingpin between The Clone Wars and Solo, featuring Savage Opress in a significant role that prompts Maul's introspection.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Spider-Man Universe without Spider-Man is completely pointless. Why won't Sony sling him in?

Sony plans to reboot its struggling Spider-Man Universe franchise despite critical failure and declining box office returns across recent films.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Do plans for a new Mummy film signal the end for the multiverse blockbuster franchise?

Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz will reprise roles in a new Mummy film, signaling a return to standalone storytelling after Universal's failed Dark Universe.
Film
fromInverse
2 months ago

Marvel's Most Inconsistent Directors May Finally Be Making A Comeback

The Bluff, produced by the Russo brothers and directed by Frank E. Flowers, promises visceral action and an intriguing historical premise despite recent inconsistent projects.
#box-office
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fromEsquire
2 months ago

The 16 Most Anticipated Action Movies of 2026

2026 centers on massive action epics, sequels, reboots, and a few mid-budget originals, with video-game and nostalgic-cartoon IPs heavily mined for box office.
Film
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Why Is the 2016 Nostalgia Trend Forgetting the Movies?

2016 marked a cinematic shift toward bigger budgets, larger scale, aggressive fan-focused marketing, and spectacle that reshaped audience expectations despite many excellent films.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Disney's Star Wars has new leaders who face both big opportunities and traps

Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down; Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan will co-lead Lucasfilm and must revive and safeguard the Star Wars franchise.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

The 45 Most Anticipated Movies of 2026

In recent years, there's one word you hear again and again from movie distributors and pundits: event. Making a great movie is nice. But creating a culture-shaking event is what's required in the current boom-bust film landscape. It's something everyone has known for a long time, but in 2026 it seems like studios are really beginning to grasp what it actually means. From Tom Cruise in an auteur-driven comedy to the sequels to Devil Wears Prada and The Social Network
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fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The New Avatar Has Revived the Oldest, Dumbest Debate About These Movies

James Cameron has four consecutive films surpassing $1 billion, establishing unmatched consistent box-office dominance despite recurring claims of limited cultural footprint.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Marvel won't let you forget Avengers: Doomsday is coming

A little over a year ago, Marvel spent the better part of an entire day slowly revealing the massive cast for Avengers: Doomsday. More recently, the studio started dropping teaser trailers featuring some of the movie's more notable superhero team-ups and returning characters. There was already plenty of hype around the project, which seems poised to rework a significant chunk of the MCU.
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