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Film & TV

Variety hires Corbin Bolies to cover Hollywood's AI adaptation

Variety, a century-old entertainment industry bible, appointed its first dedicated AI reporter, Corbin Bolies.

Julian Mercer· May 26· 2 min read
Filmmaker accepting a jury prize trophy on stage at the Mammoth Lakes Film Festival awards ceremony, with an audience watching.

"Mono 222" Wins North American Narrative Jury Prize

Julian Mercer · May 25
Marlon Wayans stands in front of a 'Scary Movie' marquee, embodying a complex return to the franchise amidst past controversies.

Marlon Wayans Reboots 'Scary Movie' Despite Weinstein Past

Julian Mercer · May 25
Nika King as Leslie Bennett, Rue's mother, speaks on the phone with a concerned expression in a dimly lit scene from Euphoria Season 3.

Nika King Appears Briefly as Rue's Mom in Euphoria Season 3

Julian Mercer · May 24
The Mandalorian and Grogu strike a heroic pose in a vibrant spaceport setting, highlighting their successful box office debut.

The Mandalorian & Grogu Earns $82 Million Opening Weekend

Julian Mercer · May 24
A young wizard in mid-air on a broomstick during a Quidditch game, with a glimpse of a historical city skyline in the distance.

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

Julian Mercer· May 24· 3 min
Tânia Maria and Leonardo Lacca in discussion on the set of 'Sábado Morto' in a dimly lit, atmospheric location in Pernambuco.

Tânia Maria Joins Leonardo Lacca's 'Sábado Morto' Cast

Legendary jazz musician and actress Tânia Maria has joined the cast of Leonardo Lacca's 'Sábado Morto,' currently filming in Pernambuco.

Julian Mercer· May 23· 2 min