“No Other Choice” is certainly a Park Chan-wook film—the same tone, the same moving rhythms, the stylistic set pieces, the brilliant editing and the sudden plunges into grandiose direction. It’s all there.
Read moreDanny Ramirez to Star as ‘Scarface’
The new version of “Scarface” has secured development financing, with the intent of “keeping things contemporary and steering clear of nostalgia.”
Read more‘After the Hunt’ PANNED, Luca Guadagnino’s Worst-Reviewed Film — 43% on RT [Venice]
Unlike Todd Field’s “TÁR,” which confronted cancel culture and abuse of power with symphonic subtlety, Luca Guadagnino’s “After the Hunt” prefers bombast.
Read moreJim Jarmusch’s ‘Father Mother Sister Brother’ Trailer Released Ahead of Venice Debut
Jim Jarmusch’s latest effort, “Father Mother Sister Brother,” set to screen on the Lido this weekend, now has a trailer — which can be seen below.
Read moreLaura Poitras’ ‘Cover-Up’ Turns Seymour Hersh’s Life Into a Fascinating Portrait of Journalism [Venice]
Laura Poitras’ latest documentary, “Cover-Up,” the best film I’ve seen at Venice, so far, is a direct encounter with rebellious journalist Seymour Hersh.
Read more‘Megadoc’ Chronicles the Wild Feud Between Francis Ford Coppola and Shia LaBeouf [Venice]
Mike Figgis calls his behind-the-scenes chronicle “Megadoc,” but he might as well have titled it “LaBeouf vs Coppola.”
Read morePaul Greengrass Says ‘The Lost Bus’ is “The Most Realistic Depiction of Fire Ever Put On Film”
No shocker, Paul Greengrass’ latest film is apparently rooted in the kind of authenticity the filmmaker is known for showcasing on screen.
Read moreLuca Guadagnino Defends Ode to Woody Allen in His #MeToo Movie ‘After the Hunt’ [Venice]
Last night, as the lights went out, and Luca Guadagnino’s “After the Hunt” began, the opening credits evoked the same aesthetic found in Woody Allen’s films.
Read moreRidley Scott Continues to Threaten Us With ‘Gladiator 3’: “It’s in the Process Right Now”
It’s no secret that “Gladiator II” was a disappointment for many. And yet, Ridley Scott continues to threaten us with “Gladiator III.” It seems to be happening.
Read moreQuestlove’s Live-Action Remake of ‘The Aristocats’ Scrapped by Disney
Back in 2023, Disney announced that Questlove was set to direct a live-action/CG hybrid remake of Disney’s “The Aristocats” (1970).
Read moreClaudio Miranda is DP on ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’
Shawn Levy’s upcoming “Star Wars: Starfighter” has landed a major name behind the camera. The whole project’s street cred has been slightly elevated in the process.
Read more‘Jay Kelly’: George Clooney Plays a Version of Himself in Light, Moving Baumbach-Directed Comedy [Venice]
If there are flaws, they reside in the script. This time Baimbach co-wrote with Emily Mortimer, who also appears briefly on screen, and maybe that was a mistake.
Read moreYorgos Lanthimos’ ‘Bugonia’ Is a Grotesquely Entertaining Carnival of Idiocy [Venice]
The review embargo lifted on “Bugonia” and it’s earning good reviews — 79 on Metacritic, based on 11 reviews.
Read moreOsgood Perkins’ ‘The Young People’ to Star Lola Tung and Nico Parker — Neon to Distribute
“The Young People” follows Sue, who befriends a new classmate named Kitty. At first everything seems perfect, but soon Kitty begins to behave strangely and troubling red flags emerge.
Read moreDoug Liman to Direct ‘Killing Satoshi’ — Tackling Mystery Around Bitcoin’s Creator
“Killing Satoshi” is a conspiracy thriller inspired by the ongoing debate over the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s elusive inventor.
Read moreA Safdie Brothers Reunion Isn’t Coming Anytime Soon
It’s hard to believe it’s been six years since Benny and Josh Safdie gave us “Uncut Gems,” the influential thriller that turned Adam Sandler into the embodiment of pure cinematic anxiety.
Read moreAmy Adams and Aaron Pierre Join Shawn Levy’s ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ — First Look Image
Amy Adams and Aaron Pierre are joining Ryan Gosling, Mia Goth, and Matt Smith in Shawn Levy’s “Star Wars: Starfighter.”
Read moreTelluride World Premieres Include ‘Springsteen,’ ‘Hamnet’ and ‘Ballad of a Small Player’
The 52nd Telluride Film Festival has officially dropped its lineup, and as usual, it’s a mix of world premieres, Venice/Cannes holdovers, and potential Oscar bait.
Read more‘Bugonia’ Has A Trailer — Review Embargo Lifts Today
Here’s the latest trailer for Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Bugonia” which screened this morning at rhe Venice Film Festival. We’re under review embargo on this one for another few hours. Stay tuned.
Read moreLászló Nemes’ ‘Orphan,’ is a Gorgeous, Sometimes Exasperating Film [Venice]
It’s been six years since László Nemes’ “Sunset,” the film that tried to follow “Son of Saul” and never really stood a chance.
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