Martin McDonagh’s “Wild Horse Nine” Gallops Into Awards Season After 13-Minute Venice Ovation
John Malkovich was visibly moved after Martin McDonagh's “Wild Horse Nine” premiered to a 13-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival. The enthusiastic response immediately fueled awards-season speculation for McDonagh's latest and its acclaimed cast.
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Director
“The Dog Stars”: Ridley Scott on Preparing For the End of the World
Ridley Scott discusses his visually stunning adaptation of “The Dog Stars,” why Westerns continue to influence his filmmaking, how storyboarding shapes every shot he makes, and why optimism remains essential to surviving both filmmaking and the apocalypse.
Dolly’s First Day at the Office: Revisiting Dolly Parton’s Brilliant “9 to 5” Film Debut
Dolly Parton was already a music legend when she stepped onto a movie set for the first time. Her performance as Doralee Rhodes in "9 to 5" alongside Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin revealed a natural screen star whose warmth, wit, and charisma lit up the film.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Dr. Doom Finally Speaks in New “Avengers: Doomsday” Trailer
A powerful new "Avengers: Doomsday" trailer offers the longest look yet at Robert Downey Jr.'s Dr. Doom, with Vanessa Kirby's Sue Storm recounting the tragedy that transformed Victor von Doom from a brilliant friend into one of Marvel's most formidable villains.
Hell on Wheels: Ryan Gosling Revs Up Marvel’s New “Ghost Rider”
Marvel Studios delivered one of Hall H's biggest surprises when Ryan Gosling was revealed as the MCU's new Ghost Rider. Reuniting with director Shawn Levy, Gosling will bring the flaming Spirit of Vengeance roaring back to the big screen.
Wakanda’s Future Revealed: David Jonsson Cast as T’Challa’s Son in Ryan Coogler’s “Black Panther 3”
Marvel and Ryan Coogler have revealed the future of Wakanda: David Jonsson will play the adult son of T'Challa in "Black Panther 3." The surprise Comic-Con announcement sets the stage for the next chapter in one of Marvel's most beloved franchises.
Cinema’s Grand Gathering: Venice Unveils a Lineup Filled With Masters and Mavericks
The Venice Film Festival has unveiled a star-packed 2026 lineup featuring new films from Danny Boyle, Martin McDonagh, Werner Herzog, Florian Zeller, and more, alongside projects starring Robert Pattinson, Javier Bardem, Penélope Cruz, and Rooney Mara
Maximum Effort: Ryan Reynolds Says Another “Deadpool” Film Is Eventually Coming
After once suggesting a fourth solo outing might feel “iterative and redundant,” Ryan Reynolds now says another “Deadpool” film is on the horizon, teasing untapped comic-book stories and a new arc for Marvel’s wisecracking antihero.
“Avengers: Doomsday” Trailer Unites Marvel’s Mightiest Heroes Against Doctor Doom
Thor delivers a chilling warning in the first trailer for "Avengers: Doomsday" as Marvel's largest collection of heroes yet, including the Fantastic Four, Wakandans, Loki, and the X-Men, assemble to face Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom.
Protecting Creativity on the Road: The High-Stakes Recovery of a Stolen CineEurope Shipment
A midnight cargo theft outside Barcelona put specialized exhibition technology and secure CineEurope assets at risk. The successful recovery became a powerful reminder that protecting creative work begins long before audiences see a film.
The Countdown to “Avengers: Doomsday” Begins: Tickets to Go On Sale Early, Runtime Revealed
The countdown to "Avengers: Doomsday" begins next week as Marvel opens ticket sales five months before release. Robert Downey Jr.'s Dr. Doom awaits a massive lineup of returning heroes in the Russo Brothers' next MCU epic.
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Choreographer, Composer
Bringing Motunui to Life: The Cultural Experts Who Guided Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia’s Live-Action “Moana”
Disney's live-action "Moana" brings Motunui to life with the help of Pacific cultural experts, artists, musicians, and language consultants who worked alongside stars Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga'aia to honor Polynesian traditions, identity, and storytelling.
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Production Designer
Production Designer Doug Chiang on his “Star Wars” Blueprint: How Real-World History Shapes “The Mandalorian & Grogu”
Doug Chiang has defined Star Wars design for decades. For “The Mandalorian & Grogu,” the Lucasfilm legend reveals how real-world history—from 1920s Chicago to Earth’s swamps—helps ground the galaxy while leaving room for its signature magic.
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Animator
“The Mandalorian and Grogu” Animation Supervisor Hal Hickel on Reinventing Hutts and Building a Galactic Bestiary
Alien creatures have always been central to Star Wars, but “The Mandalorian and Grogu” pushes them to startling new extremes. ILM animation supervisor Hal Hickel reveals how his team transformed familiar species into tactile, breathing beings—reimagining Hutts as warriors, drawing from nature and mythology, and crafting creatures that audiences can practically feel.
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From Gaga & Madonna to Breakout Stars: Music Supervisor Julia Michels on Crafting “The Devil Wears Prada 2” Sound
Even veteran music supervisors can be stumped. When asked to distill her year-long sprint building the soundtrack for “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” Julia Michels needed time. Her answer—Michael Jackson’s “Working Day and Night”—captures the relentless pace behind a project that demanded she honor a beloved original while redefining what “Prada” sounds like two decades later.
“The Mandalorian and Grogu” Early Buzz: A Charming, Action-Packed Return to Theaters
First reactions to “The Mandalorian and Grogu” are in, with critics praising Jon Favreau’s charming, action-packed return to the big screen for Pedro Pascal’s Din Djarin and his Force-sensitive companion.
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Producer, Screenwriter
Fashion, Power, and Print Under Pressure: How Screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna Cracked “The Devil Wears Prada 2”
The Devil Wears Prada 2 begins with Anne Hathaway’s reporter character, Andy Sachs, getting fired by text just before taking the stage to accept a prestigious journalism award. A few days after the movie opened, a Washington Post editor watched her colleagues win a Pulitzer Prize for a story she’d worked on before being laid off via email. In this David Frankel-directed sequel, which opened to a whopping $77 million, the realities of a shrinking print media industry co-exist vividly alongside the still-glamorous New York City fashion world...
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Costume Designer
From Cerulean to Crimson: Costume Designer Molly Rogers Redefines Power Dressing in “The Devil Wears Prada 2”
Costume designer Molly Rogers honors legacy and reinvention while dressing Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in “The Devil Wears Prada 2.”
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Actor
Simone Ashley on Stepping Into Miranda Priestly’s World in “The Devil Wears Prada 2”
Twenty years after “The Devil Wears Prada,” Miranda Priestly has a new first assistant—and Simone Ashley is ready for the pressure. Starring alongside Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, Ashley brings a cool, confident edge to “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” embracing fashion, fame, and a fearless new chapter in New York City.
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Cinematographer
“Paradise” Season 2 Cinematographer Yasu Tanida on Reunions, Ruin, and Radiant California Light
For “‘Paradise’ Season 2,” cinematographer Yasu Tanida evolves the show’s visual language—moving from the controlled cold light of an underground bunker to the unruly beauty of the real world. Drawing on California’s unmatched sunlight and classic Hollywood technique, Tanida crafts moments of chaos, intimacy, and long-awaited reunion with striking emotional power.
