Denis Villeneuve on Filming “Dune: Part Three” as a “More Tense, More Muscular” IMAX Film
Denis Villeneuve is pushing his "Dune" saga to its absolute limit. At a Los Angeles event unveiling the first trailer for "Dune: Part Three," the director revealed how extensive use of IMAX film cameras helped shape what he calls the most intense, muscular, and immersive chapter of his epic—one designed to be experienced on the biggest screen possible.
Power Has a Price in First Teaser for Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Three”
The teaser opens on the familiar sands of Arrakis before cutting between tenderness and brutality—Paul Atreides and Chani dreaming of children, then a hardened Emperor preparing for war. As Villeneuve introduces new worlds, new enemies, and the shapeshifting menace of Scytale, the footage suggests a film less about prophecy fulfilled than the price of power paid.
A New Era Begins: First Look at Tom Holland’s “Spider‑Man: Brand New Day”
It’s a day of first looks in blockbuster filmmaking. After an early glimpse of "Dune: Part Three" revealed a hardened Paul Atreides, Tom Holland has now offered the first tease of his return as Peter Parker—hinting at a darker, more bruised Spider‑Man in "Spider‑Man: Brand New Day."
First “Dune: Part Three” Looks Reveal Timotheé Chalamet’s Transformation & Robert Pattinson’s Villain
Denis Villeneuve is going bigger than ever for the final chapter of his Dune saga. At a special event in Los Angeles, the director revealed how "Dune: Part Three" pushed IMAX cameras to their limits in pursuit of what he calls the most epic and intense film of the series—offering fans an early look at a transformed Paul Atreides and the looming threat of a new villain.
A Historic Vision: Oscar Winner Autumn Durald Arkapaw on Capturing the Soul of “Sinners”
History, captured in images. After becoming the first woman to win Best Cinematography, watch Autumn Durald Arkapaw talk about bringing "Sinners" to life—where epic scale meets intimate emotion.
Historic Frames: Oscar Winner Autumn Durald Arkapaw on Bringing “Sinners” to Epic IMAX‑Sized Life
After making history last night as the first woman to win Best Cinematography, we’re revisiting our conversation with Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Her work on "Sinners"—shot across massive formats and intimate moments alike—reveals how scale, texture, and lyricism came together to create one of the year’s most visually unforgettable films.
“One Battle After Another” & “Sinners” Shine at an Oscars Filled With Historic Wins and Long‑Awaited Triumphs
History, heart, and a long‑awaited coronation defined the 98th Academy Awards. From Autumn Durald Arkapaw’s landmark Best Cinematography win to a triumphant night for Paul Thomas Anderson’s "One Battle After Another," the Oscars celebrated bold filmmaking, below‑the‑line excellence, and artists at the peak of their powers.
From Stone to Shadow: Oscar Nominee Tamara Deverell on Crafting Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein”
In our interview, Oscar‑nominated production designer Tamara Deverell breaks down how she and Guillermo del Toro shaped "Frankenstein"’s towering sets, shadowed interiors, and intimate spaces—using architecture, texture, and scale to reflect both the monster’s isolation and the fragile humanity at the story’s core.
Building the World, Brick by Brick: Oscar Nominee Florencia Martin on “One Battle After Another”
On Oscar Day, we’re revisiting our conversation with Academy Award–nominated production designer Florencia Martin, whose meticulous work on Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another helped build one of the year’s most ambitious cinematic worlds—layer by layer, from the ground up.
Paul Thomas Anderson’s action thriller One Battle After Another is loosely inspired by a section of Thomas Pynchon’s 1990 novel “Vineland,” but this three-hour epic is rooted in the present,
Stitching Humanity Into Horror: Oscar Nominee Kate Hawley on Costuming “Frankenstein”
In our interview, Oscar‑nominated costume designer Kate Hawley breaks down how clothing became a storytelling language in "Frankenstein"—from shaping character psychology to honoring motherhood, grief, and humanity within a tale often defined by horror.
Casting “Hamnet”: Oscar Nominee Nina Gold on Finding the Heart of Chloé Zhao’s Grief‑Struck Masterpiece
Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet brings Maggie O’Farrell’s award‑winning novel to the screen with a cast assembled through intuition, legwork, and what casting director Nina Gold calls “a little bit of magic.” Gold — now among the Oscars’ first-ever nominees for achievement in casting — opens up about finding Jessie Buckley’s searing Agnes, discovering the young pair who could hold the emotional weight of the film as the twins, and why the Globe Theatre’s background artists needed to feel as emotionally alive as the stars onstage.
Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day” Trailer Teases Aliens, Secrets, and a World‑Shaking Reveal
Steven Spielberg is returning to the stars—and the secrets we keep from ourselves. The official trailer for "Disclosure Day" teases a propulsive sci‑fi thriller about stolen government truths, alien language, and a world‑altering revelation that powerful forces are desperate to keep buried.
Oscar‑Nominated Songwriter EJAE on Turning Rejection Into “Golden” Success in “KPop Demon Hunters”
In our conversation, EJAE reflects on the long road to “Golden,” including years of near‑misses, creative setbacks, and moments when walking away from songwriting felt inevitable. Her story is a powerful reminder that success in the film industry is often built not on overnight wins, but on resilience—and on finding the right project at exactly the right moment.
Inside “The Secret Agent”: Kleber Mendonça Filho & Wagner Moura on Power, Paranoia, and an Oscar‑Nominated Thriller
"The Secret Agent" could make history: if it wins Best International Feature, Brazil would become the first country in 37 years to win back-to-back. Oscar nominees writer/director Kleber Mendonça Filho & star Wagner Moura on using cinema, urban legends, and stop-motion to explore democracy's fragility.
Kate Winslet Headed to Middle-earth in Andy Serkis’ “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum”
Kate Winslet is trading the lush worlds of Pandora for the perilous paths of Middle‑earth. The seven‑time Oscar nominee is in talks to join Andy Serkis’ "The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum," the latest chapter in J.R.R. Tolkien’s cinematic universe.
How Oscar Nominee Adolpho Veloso Turned the Pacific Northwest Into the Soul of “Train Dreams”
Oscar nominee Adolpho Veloso shot "Train Dreams" entirely on location across Washington State — no artificial light, no wide-screen spectacle, just natural beauty captured at the right moment. The Brazilian-born cinematographer talks about channeling Dorothea Lange, choosing a Depression-era aspect ratio, and why getting out of nature's way is sometimes the most powerful creative choice you can make.
Four Acting Nominations. One Casting Director. How Cassandra Kulukundis Unlocked PTA’s “One Battle After Another”
The Oscars’ first new category in 25 years — achievement in casting — finally shines a long‑overdue spotlight on the artists who shape films from the inside out. Among the inaugural nominees is Cassandra Kulukundis, Paul Thomas Anderson’s longtime casting collaborator, whose work on "One Battle After Another" helped deliver two breakout performances (Teyana Taylor and Chase Infinit) and one of the year’s most electrifying ensembles. For Kulukundis, who has cast every PTA film since Magnolia, finding the right actors isn’t just a job — it’s world‑building. “There’s a right role for everyone,” she says. “I just have to figure out what that is.”
Ryan Gosling Soars in “Project Hail Mary” as Critics Praise a Big‑Hearted Space Epic
Ryan Gosling’s latest space odyssey has landed — and critics are over the moon. Phil Lord and Chris Miller’s "Project Hail Mary," adapted from Andy Weir’s hit novel, is earning early raves for its blend of big‑hearted sci‑fi spectacle, Gosling’s standout performance, and the film’s unexpected emotional core: an interstellar friendship that critics say makes this cosmic epic soar.
How Ryan Coogler Crafted the Vision, Mood, and Mythology of His Genre‑Bending “Sinners”
With the Oscars just days away, we’re returning to some of our favorite conversations with this year’s nominees. One of them is Ryan Coogler, whose "Sinners" has surged into awards history. Revisiting this interview feels especially right now — a chance to step back into the creative currents of Louisiana that shaped Coogler’s most ambitious and widely celebrated film.
Oscar-Nominee Gabriel Domingues on Casting the Standout Ensemble Around Wagner Moura in “The Secret Agent”
Casting director Gabriel Domingues has just made Oscars history. With "The Secret Agent" earning a nomination in the Academy’s first-ever best achievement in casting category, Domingues finds himself fielding the same question again and again — “But what does casting mean?” — while helping redefine how the craft is understood on the world stage.
