The horror-comedy genre finds itself at a unique intersection of fear and laughter, and with “Halloween Store,” a fresh project garnished with a promising cast and ambitious storytelling, there’s a lot of conversation to unpack. Emerging from a production stint in Hawaii, the film features an intriguing ensemble including the talents of Lindy Booth, Sydney
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The recent uproar surrounding the Oscar-nominated film *The Brutalist* has sparked intense debates on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in filmmaking. Prominent director David Cronenberg has boldly stepped into the fray, defending the film and suggesting that there may be a calculated campaign to undermine it. Speaking at the London Soundtrack Festival alongside Howard
“Stakeout,” the upcoming film adaptation of a short story starring notable actors Seth Gilliam and Sonja O’Hara, promises to inject much-needed originality into a saturated horror landscape. While vampire lore has become somewhat predictable in modern media, director and writer Micah Khan aims to scramble expectations by embedding a deep psychological narrative within a paranormal
Fremantle’s recent financial results echo a tale of paradoxes where a remarkable 23% profit increase contrasts sharply with a stalling turnover target. The super-indie’s adjusted EBITA reached €171 million for the fiscal year 2024, an impressive milestone that marks the highest profit level achieved to date. Delfin to RTL, the company’s parent organization, ascribes this
In a year marred by upheaval and uncertainty, the UK film and television industry presents a perplexing narrative. Despite widespread layoffs and the shuttering of numerous projects, an exclusive report from talent agency recruiter Sumo reveals a counterintuitive boon in employment within management agencies. Over a twelve-month period leading up to February 2025, agencies reportedly
The acquisition of “Pabrik Gula” (Sugar Mill) by EST N8 represents more than just another indie film entering the North American market; it signifies the ascent of Indonesian cinema onto a global platform. Directed by Awi Suryadi, who has already established himself with the phenomenal success of “KKN di Desa Penari,” this film is poised
“SZA and Keke Palmer: the dynamic duo of comedy” — it’s a phrase that resonates deeply following their performance in “One of Them Days.” As SZA expressed enthusiasm about revisiting this successful partnership in a sequel, we must pause and consider what this truly means. Despite SZA’s self-deprecating humor suggesting that Palmer might be “tired”
In the glorified world of Hollywood, where celebrity status often hinges on social media presence, even the most iconic figures are not immune to its relentless demands. Scarlett Johansson, a veteran actress whose talent is as vast as her body of work, recently disclosed the suffocating pressure from film studios to join platforms like Instagram.
Michael Fassbender’s recent revelations about his audition for the iconic James Bond role bring to light an intriguing twist in casting history. In a candid moment on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Fassbender recounted his experience meeting with Bond franchise producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson prior to Daniel Craig securing the role in
On April 18, Warner Bros. is rolling out a unique event that pays homage to one of the most enduring symbols of hope and heroism in comic book history—Superman. The Superman-themed studio tour offers a special opportunity for fans to step behind the scenes of the legendary Burbank studio, but this celebration goes beyond mere