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Film
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

The Drama ruins Zendaya's box office hot streak

Zendaya's latest film, The Drama, debuted at third place, ending her eight-year streak of number one openings.
Film
fromVulture
3 days 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.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

The Drama ruins Zendaya's box office hot streak

Zendaya's latest film, The Drama, debuted at third place, ending her eight-year streak of number one openings.
Film
fromVulture
3 days 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.
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Hollywood studios reach a tentative agreement with writers union

Writers Guild of America and AMPTP reached a tentative four-year agreement, ensuring health plan sustainability and addressing free work challenges.
Music production
fromIndieWire
4 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.
fromEsquire
3 days 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.
Television
fromNo Film School
3 days 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
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
5 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.
fromTechdirt
4 days ago

Meta Caves To The MPAA Over Instagram's Use Of 'PG-13,' Ending A Dispute That Was Silly From The Start

Meta has agreed to 'substantially reduce' its references to PG-13 and include a rather remarkable disclaimer: 'There are lots of differences between social media and movies.'
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The US is no longer the go-to place': How Korean culture is taking Latin America by storm

The Korean wave or hallyu that brought the country's culture to the world has now well and truly engulfed Latin America.
Madrid food
Film
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

Fears grow of 'Detroit-Style' decline as Hollywood jobs evaporate

Los Angeles' TV/film industry faces a significant decline, with a 30% drop in jobs since 2022, raising concerns of a 'Detroit-style' collapse.
fromJezebel
3 days ago

That Jonathan Majors-Daily Wire movie has a predictably bad relationship with unions

The crew walked off the Bonfire Legend production late last week and has called a strike against the production, citing a series of labor issues.
Media industry
Television
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Opinion: Netflix is the Perfect Stock to Beat Inflation-and the Market

Netflix has outperformed the market with a 5% gain this year, showcasing resilience amid economic challenges.
Film
fromFast Company
3 days 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.
Media industry
fromDigiday
6 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.
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

Prediction Markets Claimed an Oscar Victory. The Reality Was Messier.

Supporters of platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi argue that when markets reach enough activity, their collective wisdom becomes a kind of crystal ball - faster than experts, smarter than pundits, and better at identifying outcomes before the rest of the culture catches up. Their evidence: prediction markets correctly called 19 of the 24 Oscar categories.
Poker
Media industry
fromIndieWire
5 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.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: Why The Best Creators Build Around Pop Culture

Successful creators now build content around cultural moments and events rather than staying confined to single niches, as algorithm saturation makes niche-focused content interchangeable and undiscoverable.
Film
fromVariety
5 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.
#oscars
fromAnOther
5 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
Independent films
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Why Universal Committed to Keeping Movies in Theaters Longer

Universal Pictures extends theatrical exclusivity windows to five weeks immediately and seven weeks by 2027, though most viewers already wait longer for streaming access via Peacock subscription service.
fromLos Angeles Times
38 years ago

Woo Wants Changes in Hollywood Renewal

Lashing out at what he called 'lackluster management' of Hollywood's $922-million redevelopment plan, Los Angeles City Councilman Michael Woo on Friday proposed sweeping changes in the way the city's Community Redevelopment Agency handles the project and vowed to increase the voice of residents and small merchants in Hollywood planning decisions.
Los Angeles
#2026-oscars
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

2026 Oscars winners and nominees: what's next for Hollywood's biggest stars?

The 2026 Oscars celebrated major wins for films like 'One Battle After Another' while nominees and winners advance to diverse upcoming projects across film, television, and animation.
Film
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

The controversy around Zendaya's new film explained

The film 'The Drama' transitions from a romantic comedy to a dark narrative with a shocking revelation about a character's past involvement in a school shooting.
Media industry
fromOK Magazine
2 weeks ago

Why the Oscars Are Losing TV Viewers But Winning the Internet

The 2026 Oscars experienced declining television viewership but achieved record social media engagement, reflecting a fundamental shift in how audiences consume and participate in the event.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 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.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

Where to See a Movie in Los Angeles, the Heart of American Cinema

Los Angeles is home to more than a dozen one-of-a-kind cinemas that operate on their own terms. Some of these theaters have been around for 100 years, and in classic LA fashion some of them are owned by living LA legends-think Quentin Tarantino and Kyle Ng. Kristen Stewart recently announced she's also jumping into the mix with her purchase of Los Angeles's Highland Theatre.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: the red carpet, the ceremony, the winners follow the action live!

There is this one, for example, which for the time being seems to solely consist of bored-looking reporters sullenly looking at their phones. But it will probably pick up in time.
Television
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
29 years ago

A House Full of Stage Presence

The Center Theatre Group's 30th anniversary reception was held at the Wassermans' prestigious Beverly Hills home, showcasing its renowned art collection and expansive grounds to impressed guests.
#academy-awards
Film
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars: Hollywood to hand out one award after another

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony features Conan O'Brien as host for the second time, with 'Sinners' leading with 16 nominations and Jessie Buckley favored to win Best Actress for 'Hamnet'.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: Hollywood to hand out one award after another

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony features Conan O'Brien hosting for a second time, delivering pointed jokes about AI, celebrity culture, and current events while Amy Madigan wins Best Supporting Actress for 'Weapons.'
Television
fromConsequence
3 weeks ago

2026 Oscars: Join Our Live Blog

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony airs March 15 at 7 pm ET on ABC and Hulu, hosted by Conan O'Brien, with a new voter requirement to watch all nominated films.
Television
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

What to Expect From the Oscars Telecast (And What We'd Change)

The 98th Academy Awards will air Sunday with Conan O'Brien hosting; success depends on film selections, acceptance speeches, and production choices like clips and musical performances.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Finally, an Oscars for People Who Actually Bother to Watch Movies

The Academy Awards ceremony featured humorous recreations of film scenes, signaling a shift toward celebrating cinema rather than attempting to modernize the show through external entertainment formats.
Film
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

The Oscars' Tie Was Just One Bit Of Drama From The Show

Best Original Song winners for 'Golden' were abruptly cut off during their acceptance speech at the Academy Awards, sparking criticism from viewers who felt the treatment was disrespectful compared to other winners' speaking time.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars: Hollywood to hand out one award after another

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony features Conan O'Brien as host for the second time, with 'Sinners' leading with 16 nominations and Jessie Buckley favored to win Best Actress for 'Hamnet'.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: Hollywood to hand out one award after another

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony features Conan O'Brien hosting for a second time, delivering pointed jokes about AI, celebrity culture, and current events while Amy Madigan wins Best Supporting Actress for 'Weapons.'
Media industry
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago

If You've Been Waiting for Normal in Hollywood, Here It Is

YouTube surpassed Disney as the world's largest media company while accomplished independent producers like Ted Hope struggle to find industry support, signaling a fundamental shift in entertainment's structure and sustainability.
#oscars-ceremony
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Highs, Lows, and Whoas of the 2026 Oscars

This year's Oscars ceremony successfully celebrated film through thoughtful hosting, diverse award winners, and production quality that prioritized respect for cinema over self-importance.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Oscars Got a ... Tie?!

A tie in Best Live Action Short Film between The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva demonstrated why cutting Oscar categories from the main broadcast would be a mistake, as Kumail Nanjiani's smooth handling of the unexpected moment provided memorable television.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: All the political moments

Conan O'Brien hosted the Oscars with political humor despite initially promising to avoid politics, making jokes about Trump, immigration enforcement, and the Epstein files while concluding with a serious message about celebrating during chaotic times.
Film
fromThe Independent
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026 live: Hollywood prepares for its biggest night of the year

Multiple films compete for major Oscar categories tonight, with 'Sinners' favored to win the inaugural Academy Award for Achievement in Casting, while 'The Perfect Neighbor' leads the Best Documentary race.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Highs, Lows, and Whoas of the 2026 Oscars

This year's Oscars ceremony successfully celebrated film through thoughtful hosting, diverse award winners, and production quality that prioritized respect for cinema over self-importance.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Oscars Got a ... Tie?!

A tie in Best Live Action Short Film between The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva demonstrated why cutting Oscar categories from the main broadcast would be a mistake, as Kumail Nanjiani's smooth handling of the unexpected moment provided memorable television.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: All the political moments

Conan O'Brien hosted the Oscars with political humor despite initially promising to avoid politics, making jokes about Trump, immigration enforcement, and the Epstein files while concluding with a serious message about celebrating during chaotic times.
Film
fromThe Independent
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026 live: Hollywood prepares for its biggest night of the year

Multiple films compete for major Oscar categories tonight, with 'Sinners' favored to win the inaugural Academy Award for Achievement in Casting, while 'The Perfect Neighbor' leads the Best Documentary race.
Media industry
fromTheStreet
3 weeks ago

YouTube just crushed Hollywood in a major milestone

YouTube's 2025 revenue exceeded $60 billion, surpassing Netflix and becoming the largest advertising platform, overtaking combined revenues of Disney, NBC, Paramount, and Warner Bros. Discovery for the first time.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

And the winner is ... all of us? How the Oscars have changed for the better

The traditional fall film festival circuit's influence on Oscar success has significantly diminished as major winners now emerge through wide studio releases and alternative pathways.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

The Politics of Who Is 'Owed' an Oscar

I can't say it feels great and I can't say that it makes me happy. It just makes me feel peculiar. It's just a movie, at the end of the day. It's just supposed to be an action movie about a guy trying to get his daughter back. And, what I see every day, it weighs heavy on my heart for the world.
Independent films
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.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

As Hollywood holds back, television pushes back against Trump 2.0

Nikki Glaser minimized political commentary at the Golden Globes despite a turbulent U.S. year and Hollywood's fraught history with outspoken figures.
fromDigiday
2 months ago

Future of TV Briefing: Brands are spending more to advertise creators' content, making usage rights a focal point

Of the $43.9 billion that advertisers in the U.S. are expected to spend on creator marketing in 2026, most of that money - 55% - will go towards ads amplifying the creators' content, not to the actual creation and posting of content by the creators themselves. And that spend is only increasing as creator content becomes a more popular choice for ad creative and paid amplification provides brands with the analytics to be able to more effectively gauge the impact of creators' content.
Marketing
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months 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.
Media industry
fromVulture
1 month ago

Everybody Loses

David Ellison's Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. over Netflix's bid will likely result in massive debt, layoffs, reduced content production, and a rightward-leaning combined news operation.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Key takeaways from Oscars 2026: horror wins, tech loses and politics is hard to ignore

Warner Bros. dominated the Oscars with 11 wins, showcasing successful risk-taking in filmmaking despite facing uncertain ownership changes under Paramount-Skydance.
Film
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

3 AI trends in Hollywood to discuss at Oscars parties

AI's rapid evolution in filmmaking is creating new ethical, aesthetic, and storytelling challenges that are reshaping Hollywood conversations and industry practices.
Film
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The Oscars' Best Picture category exposes a harsh new reality for Hollywood | Fortune

Hollywood's film production is collapsing, with no Best Picture nominees filmed on Los Angeles soundstages, shoot days plummeting 46% since 2022, and 41,000 industry workers departing.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Daddy Issue Oscars

Marty Supreme's endingβ€”featuring TimothΓ©e Chalamet's emotional breakdown in a maternity wardβ€”has sparked significant debate about whether it represents genuine character transformation or unwarranted sentimentality.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Sinners or One Battle: what can we learn from this year's anonymous Oscar ballots?

The 2016 #OscarsSoWhite movement prompted the Academy to diversify its membership and voting base, resulting in more unpredictable Oscar races featuring diverse films and narratives.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Oscar predictions: Film expert makes picks for Hollywood's biggest night

'Sinners' makes Oscar history with 16 nominations, while the ceremony features legendary veterans receiving their first nominations alongside emerging talent.
Film
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

From Gaza to LA, hopes rise as The Voice of Hind Rajab heads to the Oscars

The Voice of Hind Rajab, an Oscar-nominated docudrama about a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed in Gaza, aims to humanize Palestinian suffering and reach global audiences through the Academy Awards platform.
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Who Will Win Big at the Oscars?

From its opening scene-a shakedown of Armando SolimΓ΅es (Wagner Moura) by local authorities at a rural gas station-Kleber MendonΓ§a Filho immerses viewers in a world of casual corruption and clandestine violence endemic to authoritarian rule.
Film
Film
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

How to Watch the 2026 Oscars

The 98th Annual Academy Awards ceremony airs March 15, 2026, and can be watched on ABC, Hulu, and various streaming platforms both domestically and internationally.
#oscar-predictions
Film
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago

Let's Try to Enjoy Knowing That We Don't Know What Will Happen on Oscar Sunday

Oscar predictions should focus on voting patterns from overlapping groups rather than internet controversies, with 'One Battle After Another' dominating craft categories while 'Sinners' performs unexpectedly well in acting categories.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 month ago
Film

For Once, the Oscars Are Unpredictable

The 2025 Oscar race remains unpredictable with multiple contenders still viable, unlike recent years dominated by clear frontrunners, creating genuine uncertainty across major categories.
Film
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago

Let's Try to Enjoy Knowing That We Don't Know What Will Happen on Oscar Sunday

Oscar predictions should focus on voting patterns from overlapping groups rather than internet controversies, with 'One Battle After Another' dominating craft categories while 'Sinners' performs unexpectedly well in acting categories.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

From banquet to broadcast: How the Oscars have transformed over nearly a century

The Academy Awards evolved from a private 15-minute dinner in 1929 to a televised spectacle, introducing sealed envelopes in 1941 to maintain suspense and breaking racial barriers throughout its history.
#oscar-nominations
Film
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

The Household Names Hollywood Has Been Seeking

Hollywood's traditional movie star system is declining as franchises and established properties lose commercial power, while director-driven films and innovative independent projects gain prominence.
Film
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Of Course Oscar Voters Still Aren't Watching All the Movies

The Academy's new requirement for voters to certify they've watched all nominated films relies on an honor system that voters are openly admitting to circumventing through false attestations and technical loopholes.
#awards-season
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Oscars Are Trying to Be Relevant Again

Warner Bros. led Oscar nominations with Sinners earning a record 16 nods, signaling major-studio success and renewed adult-audience interest amid merger uncertainty.
Film
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

5 Bold(ish) Hollywood Predictions for 2026, from Billion Dollar Box Office Hits to Warner Bros. Optimism

Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. reshapes studio ownership while 2026 may see more $1 billion blockbusters despite a roughly unchanged annual box office.
Film
fromIndependent
2 months ago

How to win an Oscar: the hustling, dirty tricks and the whispered $60m campaigns to win cinema's biggest prize

Studios run months-long awards campaigns; Jessie Buckley, nurtured in school theatre, is tipped to add an Oscar to her Golden Globe.
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