This one must be devastating for James Cameron. His longtime producing partner and friend, Jon Landau, the man behind “Titanic” and both “Avatar” films, has died after a battle against cancer. He was only 63 years old. More to come …
‘Borderlands': “Terrible" Disaster Incoming?
Ruben Östlund Says the Goal is Win A “Third Palme d'Or in A Row'
Much to the chagrin of his detractors, Ruben Östlund has won the Palme d’Or twice, and he’s aiming to do it again when his next film premieres at Cannes.
Read moreThe Reason Why I Haven't Published A ‘Longlegs' Review
I’ve already seen Osgood Perkins’ much-anticipated “Longlegs” but was told not to publish my review until next Wednesday. It is unusual to be told that, but I’ll respect it.
Read moreAntonio Campos' ‘Arkham Asylum' Series Canceled at Max
Giancarlo Esposito Claims ‘Megalopolis' Will Change Cinema
Esposito is part of the cast of Coppola's sci-fi drama, so there is a bias there, but he claims that, no matter how much it ends up making at the box-office, “Megalopolis” will have a lasting impact.
Read moreCannes: Cronenberg and Schrader's Films Still Seeking U.S. Distribution
It says a lot about the current state of theatrical that there are 10 Cannes competition titles still seeking U.S. distribution, that’s half the comp slate.
Read moreReaders’ Poll Names ‘Challengers’ Best of 2024, So Far
I tried to avoid posting our mid-year readers’ poll the same week as our critics’ poll. Once you see the results, you’ll understand why.
Read morePlot Details for Ridley Scott's ‘Freewalkers' — Lily Gladstone Was Eyed to Star?
Now that we know Ridley Scott will be directing the Bee Gees biopic next, I can give some details about the Western he was about to shoot this spring before he aborted the entire thing.
Read more“COVID Madness” Drove Cate Blanchett to Star in ‘Borderlands'
We were wondering how Eli Roth’s “Borderlands” managed to cast Cate Blanchett, in her first video game movie adaptation, and now we have an answer.
Read moreFinal Venice 2024 Predictions, Lineup Announced July 23 — Kechiche Rumors Intensify
It’s become a monthly thing to update my Venice predictions. This latest list might be the final one, unless I hear of more intel coming in the next few weeks. The entire lineup is set to be announced on July 23.
Read morePoster for Kosinski/Pitt's ‘F1'
As previously reported, the trailer for Joseph Kosinski’s “F1,” starring Brad Pitt, will be released on Sunday during the British Grand Prix. A poster has been released.
Read moreTodd Haynes Reteams With ‘Velvet Goldmine' DP for Next Film, Starring Joaquin Phoenix
An update regarding Todd Haynes’ next film, a detective noir starring Joaquin Phoenix. It’s set to start production next week and has added a very interesting cinematographer.
Read moreClint Eastwood's ‘Juror No. 2' Not Part of Warner Bros “Oscar Plans" — Might Not Be His “Final" Film
Yesterday, I sent out a few email regarding Clint Eastwood’s “Juror No. 2.” I was wondering what was going on with the film since we haven’t heard anything about it. There’s still no release date.
Read more‘Despicable Me 4’ Speeds Off To $28M Wednesday, $120M 5-Day Opening
No surprise, “Despicable Me 4” is crushing it at the box-office. The Illumination/Universal animated film grossed $28 million on Wednesday.
Read moreMichael Mann Joins Letterboxd, Names His Top 14 Films
Damien Chazelle's Next Film Set to Start Production in October
‘Deadpool & Wolverine' Now Tracking at $165M Opening
Steven Soderbergh Working on A Taylor Swift-Inspired Movie
Soderbergh, “fascinated” by her Eras Tour concert film, has apparently been studying Swift, and researched all behind-the-scenes chaos that comes in being the biggest pop star in the world.
Read moreKevin Spacey to Receive Italian Nations Award for Lifetime Achievement
Italy has been a total refuge for the legendary actor. Last year, they honored him with their most prestigious national film prize, the Stella della Mole Award for lifetime achievement.
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