Film & TV
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Summer 2026 TV: Critical Acclaim vs. Audience Love
Apple's series "Widow's Bay" has already generated significant word of mouth and is considered a potential contender for this year's Emmys, signaling a summer where streaming originals are poised to d
Variety wins 16 Southern California Journalism Awards
Variety secured 16 first-place awards at the 68th annual Southern California Journalism Awards.
Mārama Director's Māori Ancestors Inspire Colonial Critique
In the upcoming Māori gothic film 'Mārama', a character's moko koa tattoo, drawn with lipstick at another's demand, subtly reveals the film's deep dive into colonial power dynamics.
Bose Studios Launches New Film Production Arm
Academy Award-winning filmmaker Steven Soderbergh is collaborating with Bose Studios on an original documentary series.
American Dollhouse's Nosy Neighbor Embodies Modern Anxieties
In John Valley's 'American Dollhouse', the villain Sandy isn't just a nosy neighbor; she's described as a manifestation of the panopticon and the terror of polite society itself, according to...
Ballerina Animated Movie Sequel and TV Series In Development
Nearly a decade after its original release, the animated film 'Ballerina', known as 'Leap!
Camden Film Quarter approval boosts UK film industry growth
By a razor-thin margin of 6 to 5, Camden councillors approved a £1 billion film quarter in Kentish Town on June 17, 2026.
James Burrows, TV Comedy Director, Dies at 85
James Burrows directed over 1000 episodes of hit TV shows, including every single episode of 'Will & Grace' from 1998 to 2020.
Amazon Drops Luca Guadagnino's Sci-Fi Movie 'Artificial'
Luca Guadagnino's nearly finished film 'Artificial', starring Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman, has been dropped by Amazon MGM Studios and is now being shopped to other studios, Variety reports.
AGBO promotes film and TV execs amid leadership changes
AGBO is preparing to release "Avengers: Doomsday" on December 18, with "Avengers: Secret Wars" following in 2027, according to Variety .
Shanghai Film Festival Spotlights Emerging Talent Amid AI Wave
The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival is undergoing a notable change.
Milagros Mumenthaler Prepares First Male-Led Project
Milagros Mumenthaler, an acclaimed director recognized for her intimate female-led dramas, is preparing a new project that will center on a young male protagonist for the first time in her...
Tony Leung Chairs 28th Shanghai Film Festival Jury
All 12 films vying for the Golden Goblet at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival are world premieres, setting an unprecedented bar for the jury led by cinematic icon Tony Leung Chiu-wai.
Emily Watson to Receive Honorary Heart of Sarajevo Award
British actress Emily Watson will not only chair the jury at the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival but will also be honored with the prestigious Honorary Heart of Sarajevo award, though the festival's exact
Australian screen producers demand new rules from streaming giants
New Australian children's programming on commercial free-to-air television has plummeted from 391 hours pre-deregulation to just 48 hours in 2024.
London Indian Film Festival 2026 Unveils Aamir Khan's 'Lagaan' Anniversary
Aamir Khan, one of India's most celebrated actors, will close the 17th London Indian Film Festival with a conversation at BFI Southbank on July 16.
Platner Leads Collins Slightly in Maine Senate Race Polls
In a surprising turn for Maine's U.
Young European filmmakers to showcase work at Karlovy Vary 2026
Finnish filmmaker Helmi Donner's short film 'The Lightning Rod' achieved selection for La Cinef at Cannes, a prestigious section for film school shorts.
Monte-Carlo TV Festival Previews New Documentaries and Series
Joshua Seftel, head of the Monte-Carlo TV Festival's Documentary and News jury, posits that AI's rise will paradoxically fuel a deeper global craving for reality and truth in filmmaking, according to
Patrick Godfrey: Conflicting Death Reports Emerge
Veteran actor Patrick Godfrey, known for his role as Leonardo da Vinci in 'Ever After', has been reported dead by multiple outlets, yet his age at passing is cited as both 93 and 67, and his death dat
Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr. Star in Hulu Comedy Pilot
Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr.
Film and TV Groups Offer Mentorship Programs for Women
Enora Hope, a participant in a targeted mentorship program, was recently chosen for Forbes' "40 Women" list in 2025, highlighting the tangible impact of structured support on emerging female talent, a
Karlovy Vary Film Festival 2026 Lineup Announced
The Karlovy Vary Film Festival's 60th edition, set for July 3-11, 2026, will feature an unprecedented 15 first-time directors across its main competitions and special screenings.
Jay-Z Headlines Roots Picnic With Surprise Guests
Jay-Z delivered his first headlining solo performance since at least 2019 at the Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, according to Variety .
Alan Ritchson Signs First-Look TV Deal with Amazon MGM Studios
Despite already starring in Amazon's hit series 'Reacher' and holding multiple film deals, Alan Ritchson has just signed another major agreement: a three-year first-look TV deal with Amazon MGM Studio
Keane T.K. Wong's 'Afterpiece' Opens Shanghai Film Festival
A debut filmmaker, Keane T.
"Mono 222" Wins North American Narrative Jury Prize
"Mono 222," a North American narrative feature, secured the jury prize at the 12th Mammoth Lakes Film Festival.
Nika King Appears Briefly as Rue's Mom in Euphoria Season 3
In Euphoria Season 3, episode 6, actress Nika King, who plays Rue's mother Leslie Bennett, appeared for the first time since 2022.
The Mandalorian & Grogu Earns $82 Million Opening Weekend
The Mandalorian and Grogu collected $82 million in its opening weekend, contributing nearly half of the entire $221 million Memorial Day box office haul.
HBO Max Trailer Reveals New Harry Potter Footage, Teases Gilded Age
The new HBO Max "Coming Soon" promo features the titular boy wizard on the Quidditch field, teasing the "Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone" series debut on December 25, 2026, according to Varie