Jafar Panahi’s “A Simple Accident” was destined to be met with acclaim—not simply because of the film itself, but because of the extraordinary circumstances surrounding its creation.
Read moreIñárritu Describes His Upcoming Tom Cruise Movie As “A Wild Comedy of Catastrophic Proportions”
While in Cannes, Iñárritu, in his first interview since “Judy” was announced, explains the film doesn’t have Tom Cruise doing stunts (“there’s none of that”).
Read moreJurassic World Rebirth: New Trailer is an Improvement — Is That Enough?
A new trailer for Gareth Edwards’ “Jurassic World: Rebirth” has arrived. The trailer is an improvement over the last one, which felt underwhelming
Read moreCillian Murphy & Daniel Craig Offered Lead Roles in Damien Chazelle’s Prison Movie
The “prison film” was originally set up at Paramount in April 2024 and described as a mid-budget drama with action elements.
Read moreSpike Lee Says Denzel Washington Deserved Oscar for ‘Malcolm X’ Over Al Pacino [Cannes]
During this morning’s Cannes press conference for “Highest 2 Lowest,” Lee looked back at the 1993 Oscars, and admitted he felt that Washington had been robbed of the golden statuette.
Read moreLynne Ramsay Says Critics Have “Bullsh*t” Misunderstanding of ‘Die My Love’ [Cannes]
Most reviews have pointed towards the film tackling postpartum depression, but during a candid conversation, Ramsay herself is saying they got it all wrong, and she’s frustrated about it.
Read moreJulia Ducournau’s ‘Alpha’ Is a Stunning Failure [Cannes]
I’ve only caught a small glimpse of the reviews for “Alpha,” but I can’t imagine there will be many positive takes. This is not a good film. So far, pans coming in from THR, Variety, The Guardian (1/5) and IndieWire (D+).
Read moreSpike Lee’s ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Earns Positive Reviews [Cannes]
Not much time to collect my thoughts on Spike Lee’s “Highest 2 Lowest,” but early critical reception seems generally positive.
Read moreLee Chang-dong Ey 2026 with New Feature ‘Possible Love’ — Set to Shoot This Fall
According to a new report out of Naver, Lee is gearing up to shoot his next feature, “Possible Love,” as early as this fall. The hope? To land a coveted Cannes 2026 premiere.
Read moreKleber Mendonça Filho’s ‘The Secret Agent’ Earns Raves — 86 on Metacritic [Cannes]
I’m an admirer of Brazilian filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho, whose “Aquarius” and “Bacurau” pulse with life, rebellion, and a distinct cinematic voice.
Read moreTom Cruise Intends to Keep Making Action Movies Into His 100s: “I Will Never Stop”
Julia Ducournau’s ‘Alpha’ Has A Teaser!
Can Julia Ducournau win the Palme d’Or again? Here’s our first teaser for “Alpha,” Julia Ducournau’s anticipated follow-up to “Titane,” which screens tonight at Cannes.
Read moreWes Anderson & Richard Ayoade Writing New Film Together [Cannes]
Anderson will once again team up with Roman Coppola, his frequent co-writer, along with Richard Ayoade, who starred in “The Phoenician Scheme,” in a total scene-stealing performance.
Read moreBox Office: Andrew DeYoung’s ‘Friendship’ Scores Big With $23K Per-Theater Average, Set for Major Expansion Over Memorial Day
After a buzzy six-screen debut last weekend, Andrew DeYoung’s “Friendship” pulled in a spectacular $1.4M from just 60 theaters in its second frame
Read moreDenzel Washington Earned $35M Salary to Star in Spike Lee’s ‘Highest 2 Lowest’
Netflix is also shelling out a massive $35M to lock in Denzel for the newly announced crime thriller “Here Comes the Flood,” which will also star Robert Pattinson and Daisy Edgar-Jones.
Read moreGuillermo del Toro Says His ‘Frankenstein’ Is More Heart Than Horror
Guillermo del Toro is steering his adaptation of “Frankenstein” away from traditional horror and leaning into something far more personal and emotional.
Read moreSafdie, Baumbach, Berger, Guadagnino and Lanthimos Tipped for Venice
We’re only halfway through Cannes, but chatter has already shifted to what might surface on the Lido later this year. It’s looking like a strong lineup of films will be unveiled.
Read moreAndrew Garfield in Talks to Lead Paul Greengrass’ Peasant Revolt Epic ‘The Rage’ as Focus Eyes $11M U.S. Deal
Andrew Garfield is now in active negotiations to take over the lead role from Matthew McConaughey, who had previously been attached.
Read moreWes Anderson’s ‘The Phoenician Scheme’ is Beautiful, Puzzling and Sorta Empty [Cannes]
I haven’t had the time to write a review for Wes Anderson’s “The Phoenician Scheme,” but at first viewing, I’m underwhelmed by it. As it stands, it’s one of his lesser efforts.
Read more‘Die, My Move’ Sells to MUBI for $20M
The first major deal out of Cannes has landed—and it’s a big one. MUBI has snapped up U.S. rights (along with several other territories) to Lynne Ramsay’s latest
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