Film & TV
In-depth coverage of the latest film and television releases, industry trends, and creative talent.
Valeska Grisebach's 'The Dreamed Adventure' subverts gangster genre
At Cannes, Valeska Grisebach's 'The Dreamed Adventure' opens with a gangster's return to Bulgaria, only to pivot unexpectedly to an archaeologist investigating his disappearance and taking over his il
Cannes Premiere: Maverick Doc Explores David Lean's Epic Adventures
After the critical reception of 'Ryan's Daughter', legendary director David Lean did not direct a single film for 14 years, a period of silence that belied the epic scale of his earlier triumphs and t
The Black Ball film review explores Lorca's gay drama
In 1932, a father asked his son why he received a 'black ball' for social club membership.
Los Javis' 'La Bola Negra' Debuts at Cannes
'La Bola Negra,' the debut film from Los Javis's new production division, Suma Content Films, is one of only three Spanish films selected for the Official Competition at Cannes 2026.
Bill Lawrence and Warner Bros. Expand Production Slate
Bill Lawrence, the architect of 'Ted Lasso,' now commands three series—'Shrinking,' 'Rooster,' and a 'Scrubs' revival—all poised for 2026 Emmy contention.
Alfonso Herrera signs TV series deal with Sony Pictures Television
Mexican actor Alfonso Herrera, known for his on-screen performances, signed a significant deal with Sony Pictures Television.
Verve Promotes Chris Noriega, Ninth Partner Amid Industry Shifts
For the first time since its founding in 2010, Verve has promoted a former assistant, Chris Noriega, to partner, even as a key manager and her clients depart for rival Range Media Partners.
Brazil Embratur Boosts Tourism with Film, TV, Gaming Strategy
Brazil's tourism board is offering $15,000 awards to film projects, part of an ambitious eight-pronged strategy to transform how the nation attracts visitors.
Julianne Moore champions female stories at Kering Women in Motion Awards
Julianne Moore, receiving the Kering Women in Motion Award at the Cannes Film Festival, revealed her decision to stop doing movies that involve guns.
Theodore Shapiro Receives BMI Icon Award at 2026 Honors
Theodore Shapiro's musical scores have quietly powered films and TV shows to over a billion dollars in cumulative box office revenue, a testament to his unseen influence.
Kelsey Jackson Leads Scripted Content at Wise Child Studios
Wise Child Studios, fresh off its feature film 'On the End' winning the Audience Award at Sarasota and Best Film at the Rome Film Festival, has just appointed Kelsey Jackson as its new Head of Scripte
ECI Appointment Challenged, Corporate Practices Examined
DMK MP P. Wilson accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of acting 'beyond its constitutional mandate' in a recent appointment to the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC). He all
Rhys Mannion to Star as John Lennon in Beatles Drama Hamburg Days
Rhys Mannion, Ellis Murphy, Louis Landau, Harvey Brett, and Patrick Gilmore, largely unknown actors, have been cast as John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Stu Sutcliffe, George Harrison, and Pete Best, respe
Golden Globes Set AI Eligibility Rules for 2027 Awards Season
For the 2027 Golden Globes, a performance will be considered eligible only if it is primarily derived from a credited human performer's work.
New movie and TV show casting calls announced for San Francisco
A single feature film, 'The Pack Rat,' offers roles paying up to $14,388.
California tax credit lures CBS Tracker production to Los Angeles
CBS's hit series 'Tracker' is abandoning Vancouver for Los Angeles in Season 4.
NATO holds closed-door meetings with TV creators over propaganda concerns
Screenwriter Alan O'Gorman publicly denounced NATO's 'intimate conversations' with film and TV professionals as 'outrageous' and 'blatant propaganda.
SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP Reach Tentative Deal Ending Hollywood Strikes
After 118 days, Hollywood actors ended their strike Saturday, securing a tentative four-year deal that includes unprecedented protections against artificial intelligence.
Vancouver Film Production Poised for Boom With New BC Tax Credits
In late 2024, British Columbia quietly raised its local tax rebate for foreign film projects in Vancouver from 28 percent to 36 percent, a strategic move reported by IMDb and Hollywoodreporter .
UK and Ireland film production recovery gains £18M boost
UK film and high-end television production spend surged to a record £6.
Los Angeles film production sees 147 projects awarded tax credits
In the first quarter of 2026, feature film production shoot days in Los Angeles rebounded to their highest level in two years.
WGA Ratifies Four-Year Contract With Film and TV Studios
The Writers Guild of America overwhelmingly ratified its new four-year contract with major film and TV studios, securing 90.
UK and Ireland film and TV productions ramp up for 2026
Major studios have already booked 90% of prime UK and Irish studio space for 2026, two full years in advance.
Illinois rolls out green tax credit for film TV productions
In 2025, Illinois' film production expenditures reached a record $703 million, according to Deadline .
Illinois Launches Green Tax Credit for Sustainable Film and TV
Illinois has introduced an additional 5% tax credit for film and TV productions recognized as 'certified green', making it the first state in the nation to directly link financial incentives to enviro
Tribeca Festival Reveals 2026 TV and Podcast Lineups
For its 25th anniversary, the Tribeca Festival will feature a record 103 world premiere feature films, alongside a 'Survivor 50' panel, Spanish-language podcast programming, and a live performance by
Patrick Muldoon, Days of Our Lives actor, dies at 57
Actor Patrick Muldoon, known for his roles in 'Days of Our Lives' and 'Melrose Place,' died suddenly on Sunday, April 19, at the age of 57 from a heart attack.
Monte-Carlo Festival Announces 2026 Crystal Nymph Honorees
In an unusual move for a major cultural event, the Monte-Carlo Television Festival announced its Crystal Nymph Award recipients for June 2026 – a full two years in advance.
US production shifts, UK leads global film & TV growth
Netflix is investing $1 billion to build a 12-soundstage East Coast base in New Jersey, even as overall U.
Texas Studio Boom: Incentives Face Limits Against Major Hubs
In Fort Worth, SGS Studios has opened a 450,000-square-foot production campus, now the largest operating studio facility in Texas.