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'People hate happy women' - how Anne Hathaway's new film is igniting the age gap debate again

Society scrutinizes age gap in popular culture, influencing film themes and sparking debates [ more ]

GameSpot

Every Quentin Tarantino Film Ranked, According To Metacritic

Quentin Tarantino plans to end his career on his 10th film, creating anticipation and pressure for his final work. [ more ]

Consequence

Disney Reveals Mufasa Trailer, Along with Beyonce in Voice Cast

The Lion King prequel, Mufasa, features a star-studded cast and renowned director Barry Jenkins. [ more ]

IndieWire

'No Longer a Matter of Film Versus Digital': What Film Preservation Means Today

The world premiere of a pristine restoration of 'The Searchers' at the TCM Classic Film Festival highlighted the importance of preserving classic films on celluloid for a transcendent cinematic experience. [ more ]

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13 Directors Who Have Premiered Films at Cannes: Photos

Celebrity directors and their notable films at Cannes Film Festival over the years. [ more ]

Vulture

Lady Gaga Pauses Pharma Commercials to Release Chromatica Ball Film

Lady Gaga's Chromatica Ball film is set to be released on HBO Max on May 25, 2024. [ more ]

GameSpot

The Super Mario Bros. Movie Was The Most Profitable Film Of 2023

The Super Mario Bros. Movie was the most profitable film in 2023, grossing $1.36 billion globally, with a final gross of $559 million after costs. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

"Challengers" Sparked A Genius Meme About Iconic Trios, And They're So Accurate

Challengers debuted at No. 1 with over $15 million, but now a film's success is also measured by viral memes. [ more ]

IndieWire

Oscar Micheaux Is the Black Trailblazing Filmmaker You Need to Know - Film Forum Is Here to Show You Why

The Film Forum in New York aims to highlight the groundbreaking works of Oscar Micheaux, a trailblazing American filmmaker. [ more ]

GameSpot

Every New Netflix Movie Releasing In Summer 2024

Netflix is releasing a diverse lineup of movies including action, comedy, documentaries, and dramedies throughout summer 2024. [ more ]

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Harry Potter star to play Alexander Skarsgard's 'sub' in new kinky queer film

Harry Potter star Harry Melling to play a submissive in upcoming biker movie with Alexander Skarsgård. [ more ]

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Lady Gaga Bringing New Gaga Chromatica Ball Concert Film to HBO and Max

Exciting release of Lady Gaga's Chromatica Ball concert film on HBO and Max on May 25. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

Star Wars fans go the distance at movie marathon at San Francisco's Alamo Drafthouse

Star Wars transcends generations, creating lasting memories and bonding experiences. [ more ]

Consequence

The Crow returning to theaters for 30th anniversary

The Crow's theatrical re-release honors its 30 year anniversary with bonus content and upcoming remake. Director Alex Proyas opposes the new version. [ more ]

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Is Jerry Seinfeld's 'Unfrosted' a tasty treat, or just a stale old standby?

The film Unfrosted, directed and co-written by Jerry Seinfeld, narrates a whimsical tale about the creation of Pop-Tarts. [ more ]

Consequence

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Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons to star in Yorgos Lanthimos' new film Bugonia

Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone's new film Bugonia acquired by Focus Features, to be their fifth collaboration. [ more ]

Pitchfork

Tom Waits Reunites With Jim Jarmusch for New Film Father Mother Sister Brother

Star-studded cast for Jim Jarmusch's new film Father Mother Sister Brother. [ more ]

WIRED

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Valoi's Film-Scanning Kit Lets You Digitize Your 35-mm Film the Easy Way

Film photography persists in the digital age, with options like DIY developing, professional scanning, or using tools like Valoi's Easy35 for easy film scanning. [ more ]

Consequence

Roger Corman, Independent Film Legend, Dead at 98

Roger Corman, known as 'The Pope of Pop Cinema,' has passed away at 98, leaving behind a legacy of low-budget independent films and launching the careers of many Hollywood legends. [ more ]

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Gay bodybuilding flick starring Kirsten Stewart draws in sellout crowd

Love Lies Bleeding film proved popular at Rio cinema in Dalston, selling out two screenings over the weekend. [ more ]

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German Movie Premiere: Avant-Drag! @ XPOSED QUEER FILM FESTIVAL - KALTBLUT Magazine

Avant-Drag! is a groundbreaking documentary showcasing Greek drag performers challenging societal norms at XPOSED Queer Film Festival. [ more ]

Film Courage

Biggest Reason Why Most Filmmakers Fail At Marketing - Jon Reiss

Distribution and marketing a film are interconnected, with marketing being crucial to incentivize audiences to watch the film even if it's readily available on various platforms. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

Enjoy movie night under the stars at Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre

Shankweiler's Theatre, the oldest drive-in movie theater globally, offers a unique experience by combining Hollywood films with a nostalgic vibe. [ more ]

Consequence

Ghost unveil trailer for upcoming film Rite Here Rite Now: Watch

The trailer for Ghost's upcoming film Rite Here Rite Now provides a sneak peek into their live ritual concerts and offers a glimpse of the original soundtrack. [ more ]

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Ghost share trailer for new film 'Rite Here Rite Now,' announce soundtrack (pre-order exclusive vinyl)

Ghost announced new film 'Rite Here Rite Now' co-directed by Tobias Forge and Alex Ross Perry. [ more ]

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OFF! announce farewell shows & film screenings with Fucked Up, Shellac, more

Keith Morris is disbanding OFF!, a punk supergroup, after releasing their third album in 2022 and will hold final farewell shows in 3 cities. [ more ]

IndieWire

'To a Land Unknown' Trailer: Here's the Only Palestinian Film to Screen at Cannes This Year

Watch the exclusive trailer for Cannes 2024 premiere 'To a Land Unknown,' the only Palestinian film screening at the festival.

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'Savages' Review: This Claymation Environmental Adventure Is a Full-Throttled Attack on Colonialism

Review of Savages, a claymotion animated film from Claude Barras, the director of My Life as a Courgette., out of Cannes Film Festival

IndieWire

Glen Powell Is Proof That Investing in Film Beyond L.A. and New York Pays Off

IndieWire attended the rising superstar's induction into the Texas Film Hall of Fame and the hometown premiere of "Hit Man" with his parents, teachers, and director Richard Linklater in attendance.

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The Strangers: Chapter 1 movie review (2024) | Roger Ebert

Largely goes through the motions, often feeling like a faded copy of the first film.

IndieWire

Kino Lorber Just Launched Its Own Streaming Service

The Kino Film Collection is a standalone SVOD service and is available now starting at $5.99/month with over 4,000 titles available.

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Taking Venice movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert

A documentary about how Robert Rauschenberg won the 1964 Venice Biennale with the help of the United States government.

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The Big Cigar movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert

There's a sense that we're merely scratching the surface of what the man meant to the movement.

New York Post

Emma Stone, Eva Longoria and Demi Moore stun on the red carpet at the 'Kinds of Kindness' Cannes Film premiere

Emma Stone and Willem Defoe arrive for the screening of their new film "Kinds Of Kindness" at the Cannes Film Festival in southern France, on May 17, 2024.

IndieWire

'The Place Between' Teaser: Visual Artist Chris Peters Recreates Purgatory With Literal Found Footage Vintage 16mm Films

Visual artist Chris Peters makes his directorial debut with 'The Place Between.'

IndieWire

'Back to Black' Ending Explained: 'Our Industry Owes' Amy Winehouse's Family an Apology, Says Star Eddie Marsan

Amy Winehouse biopic 'Back to Black' stars Marisa Abela at the Grammy-winning singer.

IndieWire

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'Emilia Perez' Review: Jacques Audiard's Bonkers Trans Musical Is a Debacle You Won't Forget

Cannes: What Jacques Audiard's trans musical 'Emilia Perez' lacks in psychological complexity it certainly makes up for in wild swings.

BuzzFeed

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We Used AI To Turn R-Rated Movies Into LEGO Movies, And The Results Are Unhinged

Recently, Reddit user u/aspydermonkee asked, "If you could make any rated R movie into a Lego movie, what would it be?"

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Video. WATCH: Francis Ford Coppola returns to Cannes

Francis Ford Coppola returned to Cannes with self-financed film after 50 years, marking his fourth competition entry. [ more ]

Ars Technica

Studio: Takedown notice for 15-year-old fan-made Hunt for Gollum was a mistake

Warner Bros. faced backlash after blocking a fan film with the same title as their upcoming Lord of the Rings project, then reinstated it due to fan protest. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

"I Thought It Was The Greatest Film Anybody Ever Made" - Six Truly Excellent Films That Flopped Hard At The Box Office, And Five Trash Films That Made Serious Cash

Box office success doesn't always determine a film's quality. [ more ]

GameSpot

Riddick: Furya Will Begin Filming This Summer

Riddick: Furya, the fourth installment in the Riddick franchise, is set to begin production in August after an 11-year break. [ more ]

Open Culture

Bukowski Reads Bukowski: Watch a 1975 Documentary Featuring Charles Bukowski at the Height of His Powers

Richard Davies directed a documentary about poet Charles Bukowski capturing his life and success, focusing on his blunt language and reflections. [ more ]

IndieWire

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'Film Geek' Trailer: Richard Shepard's Ode to New York City Theaters Debuts as Part of Film Forum's Latest Programming

Richard Shepard revisits '80s theaters in documentary 'Film Geek,' debuting at Film Forum as part of the 'Out of the '80s' festival.

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