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Film

Trend back towards physical media for movies and shows due to the realization that digital ownership is not guaranteed. [ more ]

Challengers is a successful box office hit with a considerable percentage of ticket sales attributed to Zendaya's star power and female audience appeal. [ more ]

Tiger Stripes is a horror movie combining body horror, Mean Girls vibes, and Malaysian folklore, addressing societal fears about female bodies with a girl power twist. [ more ]

Movie theaters are slowly recovering financially post-pandemic, with hopeful projections indicating a return to nearly 2019 levels by 2025. [ more ]

The remastered version of The Beatles' 'Let It Be' aims to provide a more positive perspective compared to its original release post the band's breakup. [ more ]

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 ]

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

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

Sundance Film Festival may move from Park City to San Francisco in 2027. [ more ]

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 ]

Soundtracks can enhance a movie's cultural impact by integrating music fluidly. [ more ]

Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac are set to star in the upcoming vampire movie 'Flesh of the Gods,' fulfilling fans' bisexual dreams. [ more ]

Ti West and Mia Goth collaborate on thriller MaXXXine, ending the X trilogy with a potential continuation. [ more ]

People engaged with 'Road House' discussion despite usual streaming movie trends. [ more ]

The release calendar for summer movies is still evolving, with Sony's Kraven the Hunter being the latest film to shift its opening date to December. [ more ]

Swedish rock band GHOST created a feature film 'Rite Here Rite Now' to enhance storytelling and engage fans. [ more ]

Ryusuke Hamaguchi's unexpected global success with 'Drive My Car' led to his film 'Evil Does Not Exist' as a response to acclaim. [ more ]

X-Men Origins: Wolverine set the stage for better films to come despite its poor reception. [ more ]

Micheaux's literary style imbued moral messages into his silent films, reflecting deep thematic desires and dissecting societal double standards. [ more ]

The film successfully merges music and image while maintaining individual visions, resulting in an ideal finished product. [ 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 ]

Angel's Egg, an anime OVA directed by Mamoru Oshii and designed by Yoshitaka Amano, is receiving a 4K remaster for its 40th anniversary in 2025. [ more ]

New Life is a fascinating and captivating movie with a powerful and unpredictable storyline, crafted to engage and provoke deep emotions. [ more ]

Each movie in the Mad Max franchise is a marked departure from the one before, making it a unique sci-fi series. [ more ]

The National Film Board of Canada is facing budget cuts and staff reductions, leading to concerns about its ability to continue serving the nation by telling Canadian stories. [ more ]

Sean Price Williams, a prominent cinematographer in indie filmmaking, has transitioned to directing while also curating a '1000 Movies' book of essential films. [ more ]

A Mexican film 'Shame' won the top prize at the Moscow International Film Festival amid Western studio boycotts over Russia's actions in Ukraine. [ more ]

Director Wes Ball aims for a 'grounded' approach in the Legend of Zelda movie adaptation. [ more ]

Finding good content on streaming services is challenging due to unclear categorization and algorithm prioritization. [ more ]

20th Century Studios is developing a new Maze Runner film with screenwriter Jack Paglen, continuing the franchise with a fresh story in the same world. [ more ]

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes marks a significant time skip, bringing the series closer to its original status quo. [ more ]

Films may undergo significant changes after festival premieres, including voiceover replacements for characters, for various reasons like enhancing comedic elements or emotional impact. [ more ]

There are movies that are widely criticized but still have a dedicated fan base. [ more ]

Laurent Cantet, a key figure in the 1990s French cinema, led the social-realist movement with his award-winning film The Class, blending drama and documentary in a unique way. [ more ]

KVIFF honors restoration of 'Shadows of a Hot Summer' and casting director Francine Maisler. [ more ]

Quentin Tarantino plans to retire after his 10th movie but scrapped 'The Movie Critic' project as his potential final film. [ more ]

Films often focus on father/son dynamics due to patriarchal influence, missing opportunities for mother/daughter narratives.

Father/son relationships in movies address masculinity, legacies, emotional repression, and societal expectations, revealing deeper insights and emotional resonance.

Family bonds extend beyond biology, showcasing non-traditional connections that resonate emotionally and cinematically. [ more ]

28 Years Later, a zombie movie by Boyle and Garland, progresses with lead actors Comer, Fiennes, and Taylor-Johnson, directed by Boyle and written by Garland. [ more ]

Jean-Luc Godard's final film 'Scenarios' will premiere posthumously at Cannes Film Festival, with more projects in the works by his long-time collaborators. [ more ]

Sundance Film Festival is considering relocating in 2027 to better serve its community and maintain the essence of the festival experience. [ more ]

28 Years Later will be the first installment of a new trilogy continuing the 28 Days Later franchise. [ more ]

Hollywood learns to pivot quickly amidst strikes and the pandemic, resulting in successful box office numbers in the summer of 2023. [ more ]

Kurosawa's Seven Samurai continues to influence modern cinema through its iconic storyline of a group of heroes uniting against a common threat. [ more ]

Wonder Woman 1984 was likely Chris Pine's last time playing Steve Trevor due to DC franchise reboot. [ more ]

Middlesex University student films succeed at Royal Television Society awards. [ more ]

Rozema's film 'Mouthpiece' pays tribute to Canada's great women storytellers, highlighting prominent figures like Joni Mitchell and Margaret Atwood. [ more ]

Laurent Cantet's films were deeply intelligent, high-minded, and addressed societal issues, notably showcased in his masterpiece 'The Class'. [ more ]

The films discussed relate to the challenges of non-monogamous relationships, actors transitioning from child roles, societal ignorance impact, and expanding perspectives through viewing both. [ more ]

High quality programming remains at SF International Film Festival despite venue limitations. [ more ]

Organizing film festivals focusing on Palestine in Germany is increasingly challenging, especially during times of conflict. [ more ]