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Profiles

Sharon Osbourne Reflects on Ozzy's Final Concert Film
Sharon Osbourne calls the film of Ozzy Osbourne's last concert bittersweet and hard to watch, as it premieres globally in theaters.

BBC announces J.K. Rowling documentary for 2025
The BBC will air a two-part documentary on J.K. Rowling next year, exploring her rise to fame and her polarizing public role.

Paramount to Adapt Cyberpunk 2077 as Live-Action Film
Paramount Pictures is developing a live-action movie set in the Cyberpunk 2077 universe, with producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura attached.

Directors Guild of Korea Defends 'The Assassins'
The Directors Guild of Korea has issued a statement supporting the cast and crew of 'The Assassins' as the film faces intense political backlash.

Lee Child Vetoed Tom Cruise's Third Jack Reacher Film
Author Lee Child used a contractual veto to stop a third Tom Cruise Jack Reacher movie, citing fan backlash and creative misalignment.

Ben Affleck Confirms AI Use in Netflix Film Animals
Ben Affleck has confirmed his new Netflix thriller Animals extensively used artificial intelligence in post-production.

28 Years Later 3 Script Complete, Cillian Murphy Set
Danny Boyle confirms Alex Garland has written the script for the third 28 Years Later film and that Cillian Murphy will reprise his role as Jim.

Carter Swan Adapts Keenspot Comic The Crying Boy
Producer Carter Swan is developing a film adaptation of the Keenspot comic 'The Crying Boy', with Rona Mark set to write the screenplay.

Ella Bright and Belmont Cameli Reflect on Friendship
Ella Bright and Belmont Cameli presented at the 2026 MTV VMAs, reflecting on their close bond and the success of 'Off Campus,' which drew 36 million viewers.

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping Teaser Trailer Reveals Cast
Lionsgate released the first teaser trailer for 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping,' revealing a star-studded cast for the Haymitch-focused prequel.

Outland: The 1981 Alien-Inspired Space Western Classic
Peter Hyams's 1981 film Outland is analyzed as an underrated classic that blends the aesthetic of Alien with the plot of High Noon.

DreamWorks' Forgotten Island Criticized as Frantic
A Guardian review pans DreamWorks' new animated film Forgotten Island, calling it an over-energized and emotionally empty production.

Malta Opens Bids for Land-Sea Super Stage Construction
Malta's film commission has launched a public call for private investors to finance and build a new €80 million soundstage complex designed to attract major productions.

World War Z 2 Moves Ahead with Brad Pitt and Edward Berger
Paramount has officially announced a sequel to the 2013 zombie film, with Brad Pitt set to return and Edward Berger directing.

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil Review: Relentless Survival
Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil film strips the franchise back to a 90-minute survival horror focused on an ordinary man's nightmarish journey, a review finds.

Tom Cruise Stars in Iñárritu's Apocalyptic Satire Digger
The final trailer for Alejandro González Iñárritu's film Digger reveals Tom Cruise's major role as an oil tycoon.

Solace: The Forgotten Seven Sequel That Released in 2015
The 2015 thriller Solace, starring Anthony Hopkins, began life as a direct sequel to David Fincher's Seven before a troubled development.

A24's Undertone uses nested horror stories
The 2026 horror film Undertone, from writer-director Ian Tuason, weaves three interconnected narratives to create its unsettling effect.

Godzilla Minus Zero Sequel Arrives November 2026
The sequel to Godzilla Minus One, a film highly praised by Christopher Nolan for its technical achievements and human drama, is set for a U.S.

The Inbetweeners 3 begins filming for 2027
A third Inbetweeners film has started production, with the original cast and creators returning 12 years after the last movie.

Kane Parsons to direct Backrooms 2 for A24
Director Kane Parsons will helm the sequel to his hit horror film 'Backrooms' for A24, following the original's massive financial success.

Netflix confirms new Inbetweeners film with original cast
Netflix has announced a third Inbetweeners movie, with the original four lead actors returning. Production begins this week, with creators Damon Beesley and Iain Morris back to write and direct.

Paul Schrader to use AI for Black roles
Director Paul Schrader says he will use AI to generate Black actors for his film 'Three Guns At Dawn' after failing to cast human actors.

Andrew Scott Stars as D-Day Meteorologist in 'Pressure'
Andrew Scott plays Group Captain James Stagg, the weather expert important to the D-Day landings, in the film 'Pressure'.

Marvel's Midnight X-Men Reboot Launches October 2026
Marvel Comics will launch its dark 'Midnight Universe' reboot of the X-Men in October 2026.

The Mandalorian & Grogu Is First Star Wars Film Without a Lightsaber Duel
The upcoming 'The Mandalorian & Grogu' movie will be the first in the Star Wars franchise to not feature a lightsaber duel or any Jedi wielding the iconic weapon.

Vin Diesel hints at directing Fast Forever on Instagram
Vin Diesel posted a cryptic Instagram message suggesting he may become director of the long-delayed Fast Forever, the sequel to Fast X.

Daniels' Untitled Sci-Fi Film Sparks Power Rangers Comparisons
Set photos from the Daniels' upcoming sci-fi film starring Matt Damon suggest a tokusatsu-inspired aesthetic, drawing comparisons to Power Rangers.

Best Superhero Movies For Every Month Of The Year
A list ranks the top superhero film for each calendar month, based on critical and commercial success, cultural impact, and franchise importance.

Star Wars' New Jedi Order and Filoni Film Get Production Listing
Two long-awaited Star Wars movies, New Jedi Order and a Dave Filoni project, may be moving forward according to a trade listing.

New Star Trek Film Teased as Dark Thriller
Writer-directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein are developing a new Star Trek movie with a new cast, inspired by thrillers like Crimson Tide.

Michael Keaton Directs and Stars in Western Rode To Ruin
Michael Keaton will direct and star alongside Morgan Freeman in the new western Rode To Ruin, written by R. Dean McCreary.

Book of Boba Fett Comic Returns Cobb Vanth in 2026
Marvel Comics releases Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett #6 on November 25, 2026, featuring Cobb Vanth vs. Cad Bane and exploring Grogu's future.

Passenger's Horror Lesson on Helping Strangers
The 2026 horror film Passenger, directed by Andre Ovredal, uses folklore and road trip anxiety to argue against stopping to help strangers.

Ariana Grande ends tour, steps back
Ariana Grande is stepping back from public life after her tour, citing a need for boundaries following intense public scrutiny.

Kasabian's Serge Pizzorno Previews New Album
Kasabian frontman Serge Pizzorno previews the band's ninth album, Act III, from his home studio.

Pokémon Movie Ditches Ash for TCG Story
Pokémon announced 'Wild Card,' a 2027 anime movie that abandons Ash Ketchum and traditional battles for a story centered on the Trading Card Game.

Gal Gadot on AI film Bitcoin role
Gal Gadot says her legal team spent six months vetting the contract for the AI-heavy film Bitcoin to protect her performance.

Ridley Scott Halts Alien: Romulus Sequel
Director Ridley Scott halted development of Alien: Romulus 2, calling the 2024 film just OK. He is now rewriting the next Alien installment.










