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The 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards took place on Sunday, February 25, in Santa Monica, honoring the best in independent film and television. The event, hosted by Aidy Bryant, began at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT and was livestreamed on various platforms such as IMDb, Film Independent’s YouTube pages, and Film Independent’s X channel. Presenters

Director Alexander Payne and screenwriter David Hemingson, known for their work on The Holdovers, are teaming up once again for a brand new project. This time, they are venturing into the world of Westerns, with a unique twist that promises to captivate audiences. During a recent Q&A session following a screening of The Holdovers, Hemingson

Tyler Perry has recently been exposed to the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) in the film industry, and the impact has left him astonished. In a conversation with the Hollywood Reporter, Perry expressed both amazement and concern after witnessing a demonstration of OpenAI’s text-to-video model Sora. This innovative technology has the ability to create cinematic

In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Natalie Portman expressed her gratitude towards the shifting landscape of the film industry, particularly among younger viewers. She noted the decline of film as a primary form of entertainment and described it as feeling more niche in today’s society. Portman highlighted the fact that younger generations may not

The winners for the 2024 Producers Guild Awards in the Sports and Children’s categories were announced in Manhattan. Netflix’s docuseries “Beckham” Season 1 was awarded the Outstanding Sports Program prize, while Max’s “Sesame Street” Season 53 won for Outstanding Children’s Program. The Producers Guild will be announcing the winners for Outstanding Short Form Program and

Michael Keaton recently revealed his thoughts on returning to play Beetlejuice in the upcoming sequel to the 1988 horror comedy. In a recent interview, Keaton explained that he and director Tim Burton made a conscious decision to avoid relying heavily on CGI for the film. Keaton expressed a desire for the movie to feel “handmade,”

Lily Gladstone, fresh off her Leading Actress Oscar nomination for her role in Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon, is gearing up to explore sci-fi territory in the upcoming film The Memory Police. The movie, set on an unnamed island at an unnamed place and time, aims to delve into themes of memory and

Celine Song, the director behind the critically acclaimed film “Past Lives,” has caught the attention of Sony Pictures with her upcoming project, “Materialists.” The rom-com, set to be sold by A24, has already attracted A-list talent including Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, who are all in talks to star in the film. The

The European Film Market has been abuzz with the announcement of an intriguing new project that is sure to captivate audiences. This big-budget reimagining of the Dracula story, helmed by renowned filmmaker Luc Besson, promises to breathe new life into the classic vampire tale. Drawing inspiration from Bram Stoker’s iconic novel, the film delves into

The 15th annual TCM Classic Film Festival is set to commence on Thursday, April 18, with a special 35mm screening of the renowned neo-noir masterpiece, Pulp Fiction (1994). The festival, themed “Most Wanted: Crime and Justice in Film,” will also commemorate the 30th anniversary of Turner Classic Movies (TCM), the iconic network behind the event.

Michael Keaton, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in films like “Birdman” and “Batman,” is making a comeback. Keaton has released the trailer for his second feature behind the camera, titled “Knox Goes Away.” This thrilling movie, which Keaton also stars in, features an impressive cast including Al Pacino, James Marsden, and Marcia Gay

Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) has recently announced impressive financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2023. With profits of $281 million, there was a remarkable 57% increase compared to the same period in 2022. Revenues also experienced growth, reaching $2.473 billion, a 5% rise. These positive numbers can be attributed to various factors,

Aaron Stanford is set to make a comeback in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as Pyro in the highly anticipated film Deadpool & Wolverine. The news was revealed in the recently released trailer during the Super Bowl on Sunday. Stanford previously portrayed Pyro in X2 and X-Men: The Last Stand. In a statement to Deadline,

Embracing blunt honesty and sparing no punches, Eric Idle, the beloved Monty Python star, took to X/Twitter to express his discontent and frustration with the current state of Monty Python’s finances. In his series of dismissive words targeted at his fellow Python members, John Cleese and Terry Gilliam, Idle also managed to take a swipe

Martin Scorsese’s latest film, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” has received critical acclaim, and rightfully so. While accepting the gold medallion from the DGA, Scorsese expressed his gratitude to various individuals and entities involved in the making of the film, including his cast and crew, Apple, and most notably, the Osage Nation. He acknowledged that

Warners Bros. recently screened their ill-fated film, Coyote vs. Acme, to a limited group of potential buyers. With a production cost exceeding $70 million, the studio was seeking a hefty sum for the film. However, both Netflix and Paramount offered bids significantly lower than the asking price, indicating their lack of interest in acquiring the

The entertainment industry was left in shock recently when A3 Artists Agency, an agency that has been operating since 1977, announced its sudden closure. Just a month after finalizing the sale of its digital and alternative divisions to Gersh, A3 Artists Agency sent an email to its staff stating that it would be ceasing operations.

Disney CEO Bob Iger made a recent announcement about the highly anticipated sequel, Moana 2. However, one crucial piece of information was missing from his statement – whether Dwayne Johnson will reprise his role as the demigod Maui. The omission left fans speculating about the involvement of the beloved actor. Fortunately, Deadline has learned that

Kumail Nanjiani recently opened up about the emotional turmoil he endured following the release of Marvel’s highly-anticipated film, Eternals. In a candid interview on the Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum podcast, Nanjiani revealed that he had to seek counseling in order to cope with the negative reviews that the Chloé Zhao-directed film received. Despite

In a twist of fate, actress Ella-Rae Smith has been selected as the lead in Tubi’s upcoming horror thriller, My Bloody Galentine. Smith, known for her roles in popular shows like Foundation and Into the Badlands, is set to bring the character of Jadyn to life. This exciting project, written by Eliza Maher and directed

Metrograph, the renowned two-screen arthouse located in Lower East Side, is set to revolutionize independent film distribution with the launch of its new label, Metrograph Pictures. In an industry rumored to be in dire need of fresh thinking and inventive distribution options, Metrograph aims to provide a platform for American independent, international, and documentary features.

Filmmaker Jonathan Glazer has been garnering attention lately for his film “The Zone of Interest,” which won Best Film and Best Director at the 44th London Film Critics’ Awards. With the BAFTAs and the Oscars on the horizon, Glazer’s film is creating buzz as a dark horse contender in the International Feature Film category. Recently,

In an industry known for its superficiality and behind-the-scenes politics, actress Carey Mulligan has unapologetically shattered the long-standing pretense that awards do not matter in Hollywood. With her third Oscar nomination for her role in the Netflix biopic “Maestro,” Mulligan expressed her delight, taking a starkly different stance from many of her peers. This article

MTV Documentary Films is thrilled to announce the return of its Oscar-nominated documentary, The Eternal Memory, to theaters. Directed and produced by Maite Alberdi, this extraordinary film captivates audiences with its poignant portrayal of love, memory, and resilience. Drawing comparisons to narrative features like Amour and Doctor Zhivago, The Eternal Memory promises to touch the

The world mourns the sudden and devastating loss of Isabelle Lawrence Thomas, a woman whose radiance and kindness could illuminate even the darkest of rooms. Our hearts break for her family, especially her husband Bradley Thomas, who is currently nominated for the Best Picture Oscar for his work on “Killers of the Flower Moon.” We

The world lost a brilliant literary talent on January 20, as renowned biographer Anne Edwards passed away at the age of 96 in Beverly Hills, California. Nicknamed “The Queen of Biography,” Edwards left behind an impressive body of work that included best-selling books on Hollywood icons such as Vivien Leigh and Katharine Hepburn. However, her

Daisy Ridley, known for her role as Rey in the Star Wars franchise, is set to return in a film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. However, before diving back into the beloved universe, Ridley reflects on the divisive nature surrounding the final installment of the sequel trilogy, 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. In an appearance on

Disney’s Andscape, the Black-led content studio, has announced that Corey Hawkins, known for his roles in The Color Purple and In the Heights, has been cast as the lead in their upcoming film, The Man in My Basement. Directed by Nadia Latif, the film is an adaptation of the novel by Walter Mosley. Hawkins will

Filmmakers Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie have embarked on a courageous journey with their thought-provoking documentary, “Sugarcane.” In this gripping film, they delve into the haunting and painful history of the Williams Lake First Nations people and their experiences within the residential school system. Drawing from their backgrounds in activism and journalism, as well

In the ever-watchable world of Hollywood releases, it seems we’re still in a bit of a holding pattern at the global and international box office. However, that doesn’t mean there hasn’t been any exciting news to report. Milestones continue to be reached on an offshore and worldwide basis for existing films, while some new entries

Texas, known as the Lone Star State, has long captivated the imaginations of people around the world. It has been the setting for countless stories, both real and fictional, and its rich history and diverse culture make it a truly unique state within the United States. The HBO documentary series, “God Save Texas”, directed by

In the late 1980s, a revolutionary educational software called Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing took the world by storm. Millions of people from all corners of the globe were introduced to the world of touch typing through this iconic program. However, behind the success and influence of Mavis Beacon lies a mystery – the vanishing of

The Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL) is set to pay tribute to the late Robbie Robertson and esteemed director Martin Scorsese with the prestigious Spirit of Collaboration Award at the upcoming 5th Annual SCL Awards. This grand occasion will take place at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles on Tuesday, February 13. Siedah