It’s been confirmed that “Terrifier 3,” which only cost $2M, will have a 2500+ screens rollout this weekend. Variety’s estimates have it opening at $13M, but as I said yesterday, it will likely exceed that amount and could even flirt with $20M.
Read moreRumor: Christopher Nolan's Next Film is Horror?
Here’s a rumor. Beyond the Trailer’s Grace Randolph says she’s hearing that Nolan’s new film is more “genre-y” than his previous ones, and then seemingly mentions that it might actually be a horror movie. If that’s the case, then I’m certainly intrigued.
Read more‘Mickey 17' Poster ...
I rarely write about movie posters, unless they’re either god awful or so good that attention must be paid to them. The one just released for Bong Joon-ho’s “Mickey 17” falls into the latter category — it’s groovy.
Read moreRoger Stone Praises Jeremy Strong's Roy Cohn in ‘The Apprentice'
Stone went on his X account to sing the praises of Jeremy Strong’s performance as Roy Cohn in “The Apprentice,” and I agree with Mr. Stone on that, it’s an Oscar-worthy performance.
Read more‘Blitz' Reviews Are Mixed-To-Positive: “Overly Clichéd" and “Shockingly Conventional" [Updated]
Early reactions are okay, with a few glowing exceptions, for Steve McQueen’s “Blitz.” Is this the most poorly reviewed film of McQueen's career? It's starting to look like it, but it still sounds like a decent effort.
Read more‘Anora' Trailer: Sean Baker's Latest is One of the Year's Best Films
Palme d’Or winner, Sean Baker’s “Anora,” has set up a theatrical release on October 18, via Neon. It’s being well-positioned for awards season. Most pundits believe it’s the current frontrunner to win Best Picture. A new trailer has been released.
Read moreAaron Pierre to Play John Stewart in HBO's ‘Lanterns’ Series
We’ve just learned that Aaron Pierre has landed the John Stewart role in "Lanterns" — no doubt a decision spurred by his recent performance in Jeremy Saulnier’s “Rebel Ridge." Pierre is the real deal and has a bright future ahead of him.
Read moreSteve McQueen Says People “Weren't Ready" for ‘Widows': “It Was Ahead of the Curve"
Steve McQueen's first three films ("Hunger," "Shame,” "12 Years A Slave”) were all acclaimed. Then came “Widows,” which, truth be told, garnered some positive reviews, but maybe not as enthusiastic as McQueen’s previous films.
Read moreVariety's 100 Best Horror Movies of All-Time
Variety has just published its list of the “The 100 Best Horror Movies of All Time,” as selected by their pool of critics, and Tobe Hooper’s “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” tops the list. As far as these sorts of lists go, it’s pretty good.
Read moreSandra Bullock & Keanu Reeves Really Want to Make ‘Speed 3'
Last night, director Jan de Bont joined stars Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock at BeyondFest’s 30th-anniversary screening of “Speed” — one of the very best action movies of the ‘90s.
Read moreChristopher Nolan Sets Next Movie At Universal For Summer 2026, Matt Damon Eyed To Star [Updated]
Christopher Nolan's next film has been announced. The untitled project is set for release on July 17th, 2026. Expect some leaks about story and casting details to emerge in the coming days and weeks.
Read morePaul Thomas Anderson & Clint Eastwood Refused to Direct ‘The Apprentice'
‘Terrifier 3' to Play in 2500+ Screens, Aiming for $20M Opening
I can confirm that there is very high interest in horror indie “Terrifier 3,” and that it will now be playing in 2500+ screens this coming weekend. The aim is for a $20M opening.
Read moreTrailer for Sylvain Chomet's ‘The Magnificent Life of Marcel Pagnol'
Sylvain Chomet is one of the best animation filmmakers in the world. It’s not just his seminal “The Triplets of Belleville,” but also the wonderful 2010 Tati tribute, “The Illusionist,” released in 2010, which also happens to be his last animated film.
Read moreBoots Riley's ‘I Love Boosters' Set to Star Demi Moore, LaKeith Stanfield, Keke Palmer & Naomi Ackie
Riley turned some heads at Sundance with his 2018 debut “Sorry to Bother You,” a madcap vision about corporatist America. It was a wonderfully original statement, despite some minor flaws, and it introduced Riley as a filmmaker to watch out for.
Read moreSydney Sweeney & Amanda Seyfried To Star In Paul Feig's ‘The Housemaid’
Aaron Schimberg's ‘A Different Man’ is Must-See
Sebastian Stan is great as an aspiring actor who undergoes a radical medical procedure to drastically transform his facial deformities. Adam Pearson is his equal as the man who steals his thunder (and girlfriend).
Read moreRidley Scott Has Already Started Writing ‘Gladiator 3': “I've Got 8 Pages"
Last week, Ridley Scott took a lot of people by surprise with his confirmation that “Gladiator 3” was in the works, an idea only recently sparked in his head, now in full blown development.
Read moreTHR Reveals ‘Joker: Folie à Deux' Idea Came to Joaquin Phoenix “in A Dream"
High Stakes on Screen: The Evolution of Casinos in Film [Sponsored]
The relationship between movies and gambling has consistently reflected the cultural perspectives and technical progress of respective eras. Since the inception of cinema, gambling sequences have functioned as crucial narrative elements, character development tools, or contextual backdrops that provide audiences insight into the intricacies of the gaming realm.
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