Critics
Penélope Cruz says she and Javier Bardem rarely work together, yet Bunker is their sixth film
At Deadline's Contenders London, Cruz explained why she and Bardem keep work and marriage apart. Florian Zeller's Bunker is the sixth time they have shared the screen.
October 13, 2026 12:17 pm
Tom Cruise's Digger takes fourth place by just $1,771 as loss estimates double
Iñárritu's political satire edged out an A24 film for fourth place on its opening weekend. Published budgets run from $125 million to nearly $180 million, and the loss estimates doubled in a week.
October 10, 2026 3:05 am
San Sebastian says all 17 Golden Shell films are world premieres and Mike Leigh has played three festivals already
San Sebastian closes on Saturday with seventeen films competing for the Golden Shell, and the preview copy says every one of them is a world premiere. Mike Leigh's entry has already played Telluride, Toronto and New York.
September 25, 2026 5:33 pm
Warner Bros. Lost a Fortune on The Bride! and Signed Its Director Again Three Months Later
Maggie Gyllenhaal is presiding over the Venice jury this week. Six months ago her second film, The Bride!, opened to $7 million and a C+ CinemaScore on a budget somewhere between $80 and $90 million. Warner Bros. absorbed it and then, three months later, bought her the next one.
September 14, 2026 1:30 am
Korea Spent Its Biggest Budget Ever on Hope. Na Hong-jin Made More Money With $8 Million.
Na Hong-jin has not released a film since The Wailing in 2016. His return, Hope, opens in the US on 9 September on the biggest budget in Korean cinema history — and has so far taken less money at home than the film he made for a fraction of the price.
September 10, 2026 1:10 am
Ryan Reynolds' Best Reviews in a Decade Depend Entirely on Which Website You Open
Ryan Reynolds' Mayday landed on Apple TV at 88% on Rotten Tomatoes — his best score in about eleven years. On Metacritic the same reviews produce a 60, which is lower than Deadpool. Both numbers are real. Only one of them is being reported.
September 9, 2026 1:15 am
Tarantino Called Black Hawk Down the Best Film of the Century. Ridley Scott Says No.
Quentin Tarantino called Black Hawk Down the best film of the 21st century. Nine months later, Ridley Scott was asked whether he agreed and said: "No." Then: "I wonder what he was on, because whatever it is, I want some."
September 6, 2026 1:10 am
Charles Melton Is in Talks to Play Kakashi in the Live-Action Naruto Movie
Destin Daniel Cretton's Naruto adaptation has been circling for a while, and this is the casting that will decide whether the fandom gives it a chance: Charles Melton is in talks to play Kakashi Hatake.
August 26, 2026 8:17 am
Hannah Waddingham’s Ride or Die outguns Batman on streaming charts
Prime Video’s latest Top 10 throws up a surprise: a talked-about spy caper is edging past the Dark Knight’s animated comeback — and by more than you’d expect.
August 5, 2026 3:44 am
How Thelma & Louise Redefined Women’s Roles in Hollywood
When Geena Davis joined Thelma & Louise, a single script meeting with Susan Sarandon changed her entire outlook on what women could do in the film industry. The story behind the scenes is just as bold as what made it to the screen.
January 26, 2026 9:59 am
‘As Above, So Below’ Finds New Life on Streaming
A decade after its lukewarm debut, the found footage horror ‘As Above, So Below’ is climbing the ranks on HBO Max, drawing in fresh fans and sparking a cult following.
January 26, 2026 6:01 am
Sofia Coppola’s Dream Collaboration: The Actor She’s Chasing
Sofia Coppola has her sights set on a surprising actor for a future project, revealing a long-standing admiration that might just change how we see him. Find out who’s caught her eye.
January 26, 2026 3:58 am
Matt Damon’s Biggest Film Flops Share One Costly Flaw
Matt Damon’s career is packed with hits, but his worst films all stumble over a recurring issue. Discover the pattern behind his most disappointing roles and what keeps tripping him up on the big screen.
January 26, 2026 3:19 am
How Quentin Tarantino Stopped Brad Pitt’s Wild Superhero Turn
Brad Pitt nearly took on a gritty superhero role that would have shocked Hollywood, but a last-minute offer from Quentin Tarantino changed everything. Find out what really happened behind the scenes.
January 25, 2026 9:55 am
John Wick Trilogy Surges on HBO Max, Smashing Streaming Records
The John Wick trilogy is making waves on HBO Max, with the original films enjoying a fresh surge in popularity. Discover how this iconic action series is captivating new audiences and reshaping the genre.
January 25, 2026 7:05 am
Why Bethesda Waited Years to Approve a Fallout TV Series
For years, Bethesda knocked back Hollywood’s offers to adapt Fallout, holding out for the right creative team. Discover what made them finally say yes—and why Todd Howard’s patience paid off.
January 24, 2026 7:31 am
Nia DaCosta’s Bold Inspiration: The Film That Changed Her Path
Discover which legendary film pushed Nia DaCosta to pursue directing, and how its wild production history shaped her creative journey. Her latest work stirs debate, but her vision remains fearless.
January 24, 2026 7:09 am
Mother of Flies: Folk Horror’s Gruesome New Arrival on AMC+ and Shudder
A chilling new folk horror film, Mother of Flies, lands on AMC+ and Shudder, promising a disturbing blend of gore, suspense, and raw emotion. Catch an exclusive look at its unsettling world.
January 24, 2026 6:01 am
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