How Jade Healy Built a Home as Complicated as Seth Rogen & Olivia Wilde’s Marriage in “The Invite”
For production designer Jade Healy, authenticity was everything on "The Invite." Drawing inspiration from Zillow listings, Facebook Marketplace finds, and real San Francisco architecture, she built an apartment that reveals the emotional lives—and fractures—of the people inside it.
The Queen Rises: Ana Thu Nguyen’s Path from Law School to “Mortal Kombat II”
Ana Thu Nguyen left behind a promising career in law and consulting to pursue acting—a leap of faith that ultimately led her to the role of Queen Sindel in “Mortal Kombat II.” She reflects on fandom, representation, and the power of following your passion.
85 Musicians, 60 Singers, Endless Fun: Composer John Powell’s Genre-Bending “Minions & Monsters” Score
For “Minions & Monsters,” composer John Powell drew from the sounds of classic Hollywood, jazz legends, westerns, noir thrillers, and monster movies to create an exuberant score that celebrates creativity, collaboration, and cinematic history.
From “Hacks” to Horror: Hannah Einbinder on Finding Creative Kinship With Director Jane Schoenbrun
Coming off her Emmy-winning run on “Hacks,” Hannah Einbinder chose Jane Schoenbrun’s “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma” for her first film role. At Provincetown International Film Festival, they discussed queer horror, collaboration, and creative authenticity.
First Reactions Following “The Odyssey” World Premiere: Christopher Nolan’s Most Staggering Film to Date
The first reactions to Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey have arrived, with critics praising the filmmaker’s IMAX-shot epic as a towering achievement. Matt Damon’s Odysseus, Robert Pattinson’s villainous turn, and the film’s breathtaking scale are drawing raves.
The Clever Mirror Trick That Helped Christopher Nolan Film “The Odyssey” Entirely in IMAX
Christopher Nolan's plan to shoot "The Odyssey" entirely on IMAX cameras created an unexpected challenge during intimate scenes. Matt Damon reveals the clever mirror trick that helped actors maintain emotional connection while making IMAX history.
“This Is a Movie About Becoming”: Team “Tony” on Anthony Bourdain’s Provincetown Summer
Before Anthony Bourdain became a world-famous chef, author, and traveler, he was a teenager searching for direction. Director Matt Johnson and stars Dominic Sessa and Leo Woodall reveal how "Tony" captures the transformative summer that shaped him.
“Minions & Monsters” Screenwriter Brian Lynch on George Lucas, Movie Monsters, and Making Films With Your Friends
For Minions & Monsters co-writer Brian Lynch, the film is more than an animated adventure—it's a tribute to movie magic itself. Lynch discusses childhood filmmaking, George Lucas's surprise cameo, and why comedy continues to thrive on the big screen.
Inside Ana Nogueira’s Journey From Actor and Playwright to “Supergirl” Screenwriter
Before writing DC Studios’ Supergirl, Ana Nogueira built a reputation as an actor and playwright. She discusses landing the coveted screenwriting gig, collaborating with James Gunn, crafting Kara Zor-El’s emotional journey, and why Milly Alcock was born to play the role.
Courtney Grace on Anchoring the Emotional Finale of Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day”
Courtney Grace discusses becoming the human face of Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day,” drawing on her journalism background to deliver the film’s climactic revelation and working with Spielberg to channel awe, truth, and childlike wonder.
Robert Eggers’ “Werwulf” Trailer Unleashes Aaron Taylor-Johnson in a Medieval Nightmare
Writer/director Robert Eggers returns to the realm of historical horror with "Werwulf," a chilling medieval tale set in 13th-century England. The first trailer stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson as a man battling a terrifying curse alongside Willem Dafoe, Ralph Ineson, and Lily-Rose Depp.
Inside the Sound of “Backrooms”: How Camel Screams, Clipped Audio & Empty Rooms Fueled the Fear
How do you make fear echo in empty space? The sound team behind “Backrooms” reveals how breathing, broken audio, and even a camel’s cry helped shape the film’s deeply unsettling world.
Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” to Skip Influencer Screenings in Bold Bet on Critics & IMAX Spectacle
Universal is taking a confident approach with “The Odyssey,” skipping influencer screenings and going straight to critics after its London premiere. With massive pre-sales, IMAX innovation, and a cast led by Matt Damon, Christopher Nolan’s epic is already making waves.
License to Cast: 007 Shortlist Narrows as Denis Villeneuve Nears Key “James Bond” Auditions
The search for the next 007 is narrowing as Denis Villeneuve and his team лично call actors for the next round of “James Bond” auditions. With a shortlist forming and production planned for 2027, a new era for the iconic spy is fast approaching.
Prague Pride: Why the City of a Hundred Spires is Drawing Filmmakers Like Martin Scorsese, Robert Eggers & More
From “Mission: Impossible” to “Spider-Man: Far From Home” and new films from Martin Scorsese and Robert Eggers, Prague is booming as a production hub. Producer David Minkowski explains what makes the city irresistible to filmmakers.
“Supergirl” Director Craig Gillespie on Embracing Grit, Texture & Practical Magic for Kara Zor-El’s Wild Ride
Director Craig Gillespie set out to make “Supergirl” feel tactile—gritty, messy, and real. Starring Milly Alcock and Jason Momoa, the film blends practical effects, raw textures, and emotional stakes to create a lived-in take on the iconic DC hero.
“Voicemails for Isabelle” Writer/Director/Actor Leah McKendrick on Grief, Love & Rewriting the Rom-Com Playbook
Leah McKendrick breathes new life into the rom-com with “Voicemails for Isabelle,” where messages meant for a lost sister lead to an unexpected connection. Inspired by love and loss, her film blends classic influences with bold, modern storytelling.
“Disclosure Day” Cinematographer Janusz Kamiński on 35mm, Drones, and Decades with Spielberg
For over three decades, Janusz Kamiński has said yes when Steven Spielberg calls. With “Disclosure Day,” he helps bring alien contact into the present—using practical light, drones, and a trusted crew to make the extraordinary feel immediate and real.
Editing the Extraordinary: Sarah Broshar on Finding Humanity in Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day”
Editor Sarah Broshar reveals how she shaped Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day,” balancing gripping suspense with raw emotion, and harnessing Emily Blunt’s electrifying performance to anchor a story about alien contact and human transformation.
“Leviticus” Writer/Director Adrian Chiarella Reimagines Exorcism as a Weapon of Queer Erasure
Writer/director Adrian Chiarella reimagines exorcism in “Leviticus,” a chilling queer horror starring Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen, where desire, repression, and fear collide—and the true evil may be what’s forced inside.
