Chris Sanders’ “The Wild Robot” is getting very positive reviews out of TIFF. Deadline, Variety, The Film Verdict, Vulture, Collider, RogerEbert, IndieWire and THR. There are some ‘Iron Giant’ comparisons being made.
Read moreKathy Bates is Retiring: “This Is My Last Dance"
Oscar-winner Kathy Bates, 76, says she is retiring. Her final role will be in the upcoming ‘Matlock’ reboot series (“This is my last dance”). Bates’ best performance was as Annie Wilkes in “Misery,” which won her the acting Oscar. Her other memorable turns could be found in “Dolores Clairborne,” “Richard Jewell,” “Titanic” “About Schmidt” and “Fried Green Tomatoes.”
Luca Guadagnino to Direct Tennessee Williams Film ‘Leading Men'
CONFIRMED: John Woo to Direct New Sparks Musical, ‘X Crucior'
Kevin Costner Isn't Sure How He'll Make ‘Horizon 3'
‘Horizon: Chapter 2’ is receiving weak reviews out of Venice, but writer, director, and star Kevin Costner says he’s determined to finish his multipart Western epic, no matter the cost.
Read more‘Eden' is Ron Howard's Bleakest and Craziest Film [TIFF]
‘Nightbitch' is Fine, But Amy Adams Delivers a BRILLIANT Performance [TIFF]
The good news is that Marielle Heller’s “Nightbitch,” which screened last night at the Princess of Wales, is much better than that silly trailer hinted at.
Read moreReaders' Thoughts on Beetlejuice? $100M Opening Expected
Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice” was released on Friday, and it sounds like Warner Bros has a major hit in its hands. The sequel made $41M on Saturday and is expected to have a $100M opening weekend.
Read moreA24 Acquires ‘The Brutalist’ for $10M
In quite the surprise twist, A24 has acquired Brady Corbet’s “The Brutalist.” The deal is set to be in the $10M range, A24 beat out the likes of Sony Pictures Classics and Searchlight.
Read moreMike Flanagan's ‘The Life of Chuck' is an Oddly Creative and Schmaltzy Film [TIFF]
Mike Flanagan’s “The Life of Chuck” screened at TIFF. Some critics are calling it Flanagan’s “best film yet,” while others hated it. I’m more in between.
Read moreVenice: Pedro Almodóvar's ‘The Room Next Door' Wins the Golden Lion!
It’s hard to believe, but this is the first time Almodóvar has won the top prize at a major festival in his career. “The Room Next Door."
Read more‘Hunt for Gollum': Andy Serkis Plans to Use AI & De-Age Mortensen, Wood, McKellen, Bloom
Kevin Costner's ‘Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2’ Earns Negative Reviews
Kevin Costner’s “Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2” has screened on the Lido, and I see six reviews published, so far, and they’re all negative.
Read moreMike Leigh's ‘Hard Truths’ Screens ... [TIFF]
Leigh, 81, has made a winning return to the kitchen sink dramas that brought him great acclaim in his career. It might not be one of his best films, but it’s a worthy addition to a filmography that keeps aging like fine wine.
Read morePamela Anderson Fails ‘The Last Showgirl' [TIFF]
Just a quick note on Gia Coppola’s “The Last Showgirl,” which just screened at TIFF. Don’t listen to some of the more positive takes on the film. Its star, Pamela Anderson, has proven just how limited her acting range truly is.
Read more‘The Brutalist': Searchlight & Sony Pictures Classics in Contention to Acquire Brady Corbet's Acclaimed Epic [TIFF]
As we speak, Sony Pictures Classics and Searchlight are the frontrunners to nab Corbet’s epic, but it might very well come down to which studio is willing to spend the most money on such a unique, old-school and, at times, challenging film.
Read moreMarvel Eyeing New Director for ‘Blade' Reboot
Mel Gibson's ‘Flight Risk' Delayed to January 24, 2025
Mel Gibson’s “Flight Risk,” his first film as a director since the 2016 Oscar-nominated “Hacksaw Ridge,” was supposed to come out this October, but has now been delayed to January 24, 2025.
Read more‘The Crow' on VOD Next Week
After just over two weeks in theaters, Rupert Sanders’ “The Crow” remake is headed to VOD next Friday, September 13. We shouldn’t be too surprised by this.
Read moreAlice Rohrwacher to Direct A Silent Film?
Earlier in the year, Alice Rohrwacher’s “La Chimera,” which also premiered at Cannes 2023, was released stateside to glowing reviews. It’s still one of the best films of the year.
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This is all Rothman’s idea, by the way. He’s going to pour millions into this campaign because he believes “Brand New Day” is a great movie.