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fromThe Independent
18 hours ago

Barack Obama reveals fate of production company after Netflix deal ends

Barack and Michelle Obama are transitioning their production company, Higher Ground, to an independent operation after ending their deal with Netflix.
fromThe New Yorker
22 hours ago

The Action-Film Director Who's Taking On Michael Jackson

"Michael" was designed to be an international crowd-pleaser—the kind of film that executives hope will drag audiences away from their small screens and deposit them in front of big ones, where they can watch and sing along and even dance, if theatres permit it.
Independent films
fromScary Mommy
3 days ago

TV Show Cancellations & Renewals 2026: A Running List Of What's Safe (Or Not)

Falling in love with a show can lead to heartbreak if it gets canceled before you feel like you got any real closure.
Television
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Independent cinema founder honoured with plaque

Clara was a visionary businesswoman and pioneer of early British cinema. I wish she could have known that her legacy would be The Rio, still programming for everyone in the borough.
London
Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Runway CEO says AI could help Hollywood make 50 films instead of one $100M blockbuster | TechCrunch

AI can transform Hollywood by reallocating budgets to produce more films, increasing the chances of success.
#filmmaking
Photography
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

How Technology Has Transformed Cinematography

The MiniDV camera revolutionized filmmaking by enhancing accessibility and enabling a raw visual language, leading to significant industry shifts.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

What A24 and MUBI's Investor Reveals About the Future of Film Financing

Filmmakers must adapt to a shifting landscape where audience engagement and monetization across multiple formats are crucial for success.
Photography
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

How Technology Has Transformed Cinematography

The MiniDV camera revolutionized filmmaking by enhancing accessibility and enabling a raw visual language, leading to significant industry shifts.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

What A24 and MUBI's Investor Reveals About the Future of Film Financing

Filmmakers must adapt to a shifting landscape where audience engagement and monetization across multiple formats are crucial for success.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
4 days ago

Paramount's Upfront Pitch Is About Three Things | AdExchanger

Paramount is enhancing ad tech integration and launching new products to meet modern marketers' needs for effective media planning and optimization.
Media industry
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

Blumhouse founder says AI won't improve movies, but can't be ignored

Jason Blum's Blumhouse continues to thrive in Hollywood by adapting to AI changes and shifting consumer behaviors.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 days ago

Latest update on expected release of 2025 Dodgers World Series documentary

The 2025 World Series documentary is in production and expected to release soon, despite delays in its rollout.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
4 days ago

Faculty Consulted on Blockbusters Like "The Pitt," "Sinners"

Wendy Ross suggested a scene in which the doctor communicated with a patient who was autistic more effectively than another non-autistic doctor had. She emphasized that the portrayal of autism should be subtle, especially for female characters, as many women may not even realize they are autistic.
Medicine
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Adam McKay's new movie offers a glimpse at advertising's final frontier: your dreams

Publicly traded companies are by legal definition and requirement completely amoral. They want only one thing, to raise their stock price, and the public good and common decency are just obstacles to be overcome or spun in that quest.
Marketing
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
11 hours ago

From Hollywood to Highlands: Kevin Smith's show business in New Jersey

Kevin Smith celebrates 30 years of his comic shop and revitalizes a local theater, fostering community and indie film appreciation in New Jersey.
Independent films
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Did an Unexpected Culprit Hurt Modern Filmmaking?

American cinema faces a paradox of thriving box office revenues while struggling with the decline of mid-budget films and the impact of YouTube.
Television
fromEsquire
3 days ago

The Best HBO Max Shows of 2026 (So Far)

HBO remains strong in 2026 with acclaimed dramas, comedies, and new unscripted shows despite uncertainty from potential acquisition.
#cinemacon
fromIndieWire
4 days ago
Film

Paramount Chief David Ellison Makes His Promise to CinemaCon and Delivers Johnny Depp and Billie Eilish

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fromKotaku
2 days ago

All The Sequels (And Handful Of Non-Sequels) At CinemaCon - Kotaku

CinemaCon showcases major film previews and distribution deals, highlighting upcoming blockbusters and original projects from studios like Disney and Warner Bros.
Film
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Forget franchises: these 12 movies stole the show at CinemaCon

CinemaCon showcases both franchise and non-franchise films, highlighting the excitement for original storytelling in cinema.
Film
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

Paramount Chief David Ellison Makes His Promise to CinemaCon and Delivers Johnny Depp and Billie Eilish

Paramount showcased major film announcements and star appearances at CinemaCon, including a new 'Top Gun' film and 'Children of Blood and Bone'.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Netflix vs. Disney: One Is Winning the Streaming War. Other Is Not Even Close

Netflix's revenue and subscriber growth significantly outpace Disney's, highlighting a divergence in their streaming strategies.
Television
fromForbes
5 days ago

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

Younger generations prefer social media recommendations for TV and movies over traditional streaming platform suggestions.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

The 19 most problematic movies of all time

Filmmakers often desire public engagement, but some films face scrutiny for problematic content due to evolving social standards.
#independent-film
Independent films
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

Hope Is Not a Distribution Strategy

Independent films often fail to secure distribution due to misalignment with market needs and lack of a clear distribution plan.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

To Access Stranded Capital, Filmmakers Need to Learn Demand-Side Thinking

Shifting from supply-side to demand-side thinking is crucial for independent filmmakers to attract investment and audience interest.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

Brands Won't Save Indie Film: They're Changing It

Independent filmmakers face financing challenges while brands are shifting towards storytelling, but brands won't fill the financing gap for traditional filmmaking.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

Hope Is Not a Distribution Strategy

Independent films often fail to secure distribution due to misalignment with market needs and lack of a clear distribution plan.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

To Access Stranded Capital, Filmmakers Need to Learn Demand-Side Thinking

Shifting from supply-side to demand-side thinking is crucial for independent filmmakers to attract investment and audience interest.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

Brands Won't Save Indie Film: They're Changing It

Independent filmmakers face financing challenges while brands are shifting towards storytelling, but brands won't fill the financing gap for traditional filmmaking.
fromVulture
3 days ago

The 9 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

The second season appears to go in a The White Lotus-esque direction with Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan as a couple whose fight is witnessed by two country-club employees.
Film
Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction

Documentaries can effectively tell engaging stories, appealing even to those typically averse to the genre.
Independent films
fromDefector
3 days ago

Steven Soderbergh And Ed Solomon Talk About Their Best Collaboration Yet | Defector

The Christophers explores the complexities of art, legacy, and the artist's relationship with public perception through a unique narrative.
#warner-bros
fromIndieWire
3 days ago
Film

Warner Bros.' Future Slate, Disney's 'Infinity Vision,' Dirty Sodas, and More Lingering Thoughts from CinemaCon

Warner Bros. is committed to delivering numerous films through 2027 and beyond, despite uncertainties from the Paramount acquisition.
fromEsquire
5 days ago
Independent films

'Weapons' Really Doesn't Need a Spin-off

Warner Bros. is developing a prequel to the horror film Weapons, focusing on the character Gladys, indicating a trend towards franchise expansion.
Film
fromIndieWire
3 days ago

Warner Bros.' Future Slate, Disney's 'Infinity Vision,' Dirty Sodas, and More Lingering Thoughts from CinemaCon

Warner Bros. is committed to delivering numerous films through 2027 and beyond, despite uncertainties from the Paramount acquisition.
Independent films
fromEsquire
5 days ago

'Weapons' Really Doesn't Need a Spin-off

Warner Bros. is developing a prequel to the horror film Weapons, focusing on the character Gladys, indicating a trend towards franchise expansion.
Independent films
fromInverse
5 days ago

One Of The Best Horror Movies Of 2024 Is Becoming A Franchise

Oz Perkins and Nicolas Cage are collaborating on a new film set in the Longlegs universe, not a direct sequel.
Television
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 week ago

The World of Broadcasting as Depicted on the Big and Little Screen - San Francisco Bay Times

Movies like 'A Face in the Crowd' and 'Network' accurately depict the broadcasting industry's cruelty and complexities.
Film
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Best Movies to Stream This Month

April brings a mix of horror films and documentaries, including 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and Louis Theroux's Inside the Manosphere.
Film
fromVulture
3 days ago

The Biggest News From CinemaCon 2026

Top Gun 3 is in development, Snoop Dogg's biopic is coming, and Disney's Hexed has a cast featuring Hailey Steinfeld.
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Disney Creates New IMAX To Charge More For Doomsday Tickets

Disney's standards for production quality are second to none, every single detail of a film finely tuned for an immersive experience... Infinity Vision certification extends that commitment to the theaters themselves, representing a shared effort between The Walt Disney Studios and the exhibition community to help audiences quickly find the very best screens in their area.
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fromForbes
1 month ago

Oscars 2026: Why The Best Creators Build Around Pop Culture

Successful creators now build content around cultural moments and events rather than staying confined to single niches, as algorithm saturation makes niche-focused content interchangeable and undiscoverable.
fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

The Best Action Movies of 2026 (So Far)

In the new film, he plays a hit man named Mike who is attempting to leave the business when he's framed for murder. He's sleeping with loan shark Nick's wife Alice, so Nick tricks him into pulling off one last job.
Television
Film
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Playing 'sunburned girl' on The Pitt was a career break for me. I couldn't believe how kind everyone on set was.

Jenna Moloney transitioned from unpaid student films to a significant role on HBO Max's 'The Pitt' after a challenging audition process.
Film
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Amazon MGM's 2026 theatrical slate includes 'Highlander' and 'Spaceballs: The New One'

Amazon MGM Studios plans to release 14 films in theaters over the next year, focusing on impactful titles rather than volume.
Film
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Why Isn't There a Movies Hall of Fame?

Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recognizes artistic legacy through a democratic voting process, unlike many awards in Hollywood.
fromNo Film School
2 weeks ago

How a $30K Animated Indie Scored a Theatrical Run - Then Landed on HBO

Glander and producer Payson made Boys Go to Jupiter with a tiny team and a $30,000 budget, showcasing the potential of indie filmmaking in animation.
Independent films
Film
fromVulture
4 days ago

Hollywood Really Doesn't Want Paramount and Warner Bros. to Happen

Celebrities are opposing the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger, citing concerns over industry consolidation and its impact on creativity and diversity.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Plot Twist: The Drama Actually Did Great at the Box Office

A24's 'The Drama' opened strong despite negative buzz, earning $14.4 million in North America and $28 million worldwide, indicating potential profitability.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

If You've Been Waiting for Normal in Hollywood, Here It Is

YouTube surpassed Disney as the world's largest media company while accomplished independent producers like Ted Hope struggle to find industry support, signaling a fundamental shift in entertainment's structure and sustainability.
Independent films
fromNo Film School
3 weeks ago

How Some Clever Marketing Got My $75K Microbudget Film on HBO

Indie filmmakers can thrive despite traditional distribution collapse by leveraging digital marketing and audience engagement strategies.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

From the phone to the plex: why TV shows are turning into movies

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man achieved over 25 million views on Netflix in three days, showcasing the shift from cinema to streaming.
Film
fromEsquire
3 weeks ago

The 9 Best Movies of 2026 (So Far)

Major studio films have underperformed, while smaller films have offered fresh ideas and engaging stories.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Why This Director Is Raising $3 Million for a Rom-Com Ecosystem

Jonah Feingold is building Romantical, a media company infrastructure around romantic comedy, applying startup methodology to independent film production and distribution.
fromRaymondcamden
3 weeks ago

Checking if a Movie has a Post or Mid Credit Scene

The app is incredibly simple. I made use of the wonderful SimpleCSS for my design and then made use of the TMDB API. The TMDB APIs are pretty easy to use, but finding out how to get this information did take a bit of digging.
Film
Independent films
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How Ryan Coogler's Proximity Media became Hollywood's most innovative-and bankable-company

Ryan Coogler founded Proximity Media with his wife Zinzi and producer Sev Ohanian to produce films, television, documentaries, and audio content across multiple entertainment divisions.
Film
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

How Many Cinephiles Does It Take to Win a Soccer Match?

The first-ever Cinema Showdown in NYC combined soccer with film promotion, attracting cinephiles and fans for a unique event featuring custom jerseys.
Media industry
fromVulture
1 month ago

Everybody Loses

David Ellison's Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. over Netflix's bid will likely result in massive debt, layoffs, reduced content production, and a rightward-leaning combined news operation.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Let's Wrap Up the MFL with a Few Small Charts

One Battle After Another dominated the awards race and even threw in some box-office points as well. Seven of the top-ten movies were Best Picture nominees at the Oscars, for what it's worth.
Film
Independent films
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Oscar nominee Jerry Bruckheimer reflects on his love of providing joy to moviegoers

Jerry Bruckheimer, a legendary producer with over 50 years of experience, is nominated for Best Picture with 'F1' at the 98th Academy Awards, alongside four other nominations.
#academy-awards
fromVulture
1 month ago
Film

Finally, an Oscars for People Who Actually Bother to Watch Movies

The Academy Awards ceremony featured humorous recreations of film scenes, signaling a shift toward celebrating cinema rather than attempting to modernize the show through external entertainment formats.
fromVulture
2 months ago
Film

Who Should Win the First Ever Casting Oscar?

The Academy added an Achievement in Casting Oscar, with inaugural nominees all Best Picture contenders and emphasis on discoveries, non-professionals, and specialized casting challenges.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Finally, an Oscars for People Who Actually Bother to Watch Movies

The Academy Awards ceremony featured humorous recreations of film scenes, signaling a shift toward celebrating cinema rather than attempting to modernize the show through external entertainment formats.
Film
fromThedrum
1 month ago

S4M drives users to cinemas for Sony's latest release

Sony Pictures' mobile campaign for The Dark Tower reached 2 million Singapore users, achieving 71,000 trailer completions and 24,000 ticket bookings through location-based targeting and seamless booking integration.
Film
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hollywood Is Dead: We Must Fight to Save the True Magic

Technological advancement in filmmaking has eliminated scarcity and bottlenecks that once created awe, diminishing the magic of cinema through abundance rather than enhancing it.
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

Do Original Movies Have Any Hope Left? I Went on a Journey to Find Out.

Theaters must create unique event experiences to compete with home entertainment, driving elaborate marketing stunts and premium screen innovations.
Film
fromFortune
1 month ago

The Oscars' Best Picture category exposes a harsh new reality for Hollywood | Fortune

Hollywood's film production is collapsing, with no Best Picture nominees filmed on Los Angeles soundstages, shoot days plummeting 46% since 2022, and 41,000 industry workers departing.
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

How Did 'Sinners' Get This Big? Ask This Guy.

The 2025 film industry experienced significant consolidation through major mergers while simultaneously producing successful original films that dominated discourse and profits despite technological disruption.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Every Movie Nominated for a 2026 Oscar, Ranked

Fifty films received Oscar nominations across 24 categories, with Sinners leading at 16 nominations, though widespread recognition doesn't guarantee quality across all nominated works.
fromVulture
1 month ago

17 Movies With Exclamation-Point Titles, Ranked!

During a junket interview with OutNow, Gyllenhaal explained that the punctuation mark was included to represent the "whole lot of energy" that comes out when the historically muted Bride of Frankenstein is finally allowed to speak. That's all well and good, but to viewers the titular exclamation point is less of a metaphor and more of a golden arrow saying, "This movie is going to be crazy."
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Film
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Of Course Oscar Voters Still Aren't Watching All the Movies

The Academy's new requirement for voters to certify they've watched all nominated films relies on an honor system that voters are openly admitting to circumventing through false attestations and technical loopholes.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Real Secret to a Filmmaker's Success

Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg in the 1970s combined artistic daring with commercial ambition, reshaping Hollywood through auteurism and blockbuster filmmaking.
Film
fromNo Film School
1 month ago

Reclaiming Distribution: A Modern Indie Release Strategy

Filmmaker Gille Klabin abandoned traditional distribution for his second feature, choosing self-distribution with transparent data-driven marketing to maintain creative control and maximize returns on his low-budget film.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guide #229: How an indie movie distributed by a lone gamer broke the US box office

Two unusual releases contrasted a costly, widely distributed first-lady documentary with a self-financed YouTuber-made indie horror that achieved notable box-office success.
Film
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 months ago

True Story: I Used My Jeopardy! Winnings to Finance My First Feature

Lifelong passions for magic, film, and trivia converged into a filmmaking career and a rekindled fascination with Colon, Michigan's rich magic heritage and storytelling potential.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Independent studios scramble to stay afloat as film and TV production lags

Last week, he opened a $230-million movie and television studio on the edge of the Arts District in downtown Los Angeles nestled alongside the dramatic new Sixth Street Bridge. The state-of-the-art complex has five sound stages, offices and other proper movie studio features such as a mill, commissary and base camp. "We just had all the major networks, all the major streaming platforms walk through this facility and they can't believe how nice it is," said Wainright, managing partner of East End Studios.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Warner Bros bipolarity: Improved results in streaming and film, but floundering in television

The historic film studios recorded global revenue of $37.3 billion, representing a 5% decrease compared to the previous year due to the decline in the cable business with a loss of advertising on the TNT, Discovery Channel, Cartoon Network and CNN channels.
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