“The Bride!” Prosthetics Wizards Jason Collins and Scott Stoddard on Turning Christian Bale into Frankenstein

To transform Christian Bale into a newly imagined Frankenstein’s monster for "The Bride!", writer-director Maggie Gyllenhaal turned to Emmy-winning special effects artists Jason Collins and Scott Stoddard, who explain how restraint, realism, and human trauma shaped one of the year’s most striking cinematic creatures.

How Composer Hildur Guðnadóttir Brought Tension, Electricity, and Love to Maggie Gyllenhaal’s “The Bride!”

Composer Hildur Guðnadóttir discusses blending punk energy and romantic orchestration to create the electric, tension-filled score for Maggie Gyllenhaal’s "The Bride!"

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.

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.

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,

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.

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.”

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.

WGA Awards: Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” and Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” Keep Oscar Race Tight

The 2026 Writers Guild Awards delivered a major shakeup in the Oscar race, with "Sinners" and "One Battle After Another" splitting the top screenplay prizes and "The Pitt" sweeping the drama categories. Roy Wood hosted a night that mixed humor, turbulence, and a call to protect storytellers.

How “Sinners” Oscar‑Nominated Editor Michael P. Shawver Carved Ryan Coogler’s Beautiful Chaos Into Pure Cinema

Oscar‑nominated editor Michael Shawver, Ryan Coogler’s longtime collaborator since Fruitvale Station, takes us inside the cutting room — and the Louisiana heat — of "Sinners," revealing how he protected twin‑performance coverage, built the movie’s emotional architecture, and crafted the juke‑joint sequence where the whole film turns.

“Game of Thrones” Heading to the Big Screen With Aegon the Conqueror Movie in Development

Westeros is officially headed for the big screen. Warner Bros. has begun developing a "Game of Thrones" feature film based on Aegon the Conqueror — an era that predates both "Game of Thrones" and "House of the Dragon" by centuries — with Beau Willimon already having submitted a draft script.

“Sinners” Oscar-Nominated Prosthetics & Makeup Designer Mike Fontaine’s Beautiful, Horrifying Vamps

In "Sinners," the vampires don’t just terrify—they mesmerize. Behind their unsettling beauty is prosthetics and makeup designer Mike Fontaine, whose in‑camera ingenuity and nature‑inspired approach helped Ryan Coogler’s genre‑breaking epic become one of the most visually striking films of the year and earn a record 16 Oscar nominations.

Actor Awards: Michael B. Jordan Scores Major Win, Ryan Coogler Sets New Record

Michael B. Jordan capped a milestone season at the 2026 Actor Awards, winning best lead actor for his dual turn as Smoke and Stack in Ryan Coogler’s Sinners—the genre‑bending epic that dominated the night and further solidified its position as a frontrunner heading into the Oscars.

Early Reactions: Maggie Gyllenhaal’s “The Bride!” Lets Jessie Buckley & Christian Bale Electrify a Ferocious Outlaw Romance

Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride! has jolted to life online, and the early reactions paint a picture of a bold, ferocious reinvention of Frankenstein mythology — one anchored by Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale at their most charged and fearless.

From Boo Radley to Tom Hagen: Where to Stream Some of Robert Duvall’s Greatest Performances

Robert Duvall, one of the most quietly commanding and versatile actors of the last century, has passed away at 95. Across six decades of film and television, Duvall shaped some of the most indelible characters in American storytelling — from Boo Radley to Tom Hagen to Lt. Colonel Kilgore — bringing a rare mix of subtlety, steel, and soul to every role. As the industry mourns his loss, here’s a look back at a handful of his essential performances now available to stream.

The Official Trailer for “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” Unwraps a Horrific Family Homecoming

"Lee Cronin’s The Mummy" reimagines a classic title as a deeply unsettling family nightmare. The first trailer reveals a premise far removed from previous Mummy iterations: a little girl who vanished in the Cairo desert eight years earlier returns to her parents in a state that can only be described as ancient, impossible, and terrifying.