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Box Office: ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Roars With $6.7 Million in Previews, ‘Ramayana: Rise of a Legend’ Earns $3.5 Million
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Box Office: ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Roars With $6.7 Million in Previews, ‘Ramayana: Rise of a Legend’ Earns $3.5 Million
Brent Lang Fri, 6 November 2026 at 5:55 pm UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Box Office: ‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ Roars With $6.7 Million in Previews, ‘Ramayana: Rise of a Legend’ Earns $3.5 Million "Godzilla Minus Zero" roared with an impressive $6.7 million in previews on Friday. The sequel to 2023's "Godzilla Minus One" is on track to open to $30 million this weekend, which would easily top the box office.
Emily Feingold Hired as EVP, Communications for The Walt Disney Company
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Emily Feingold Hired as EVP, Communications for The Walt Disney Company
Brent Lang Fri, 6 November 2026 at 5:30 pm UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Emily Feingold Hired as EVP, Communications for The Walt Disney Company Emily Feingold has been named Executive Vice President, Communications for The Walt Disney Company. She will begin her job next Monday. Feingold is a veteran executive and is widely respected by the press as a straight shooter.
Rosamund Pike Starring in Body Horror Film ‘Feed’ for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ Creator Leslye Headland
Rosamund Pike will star in and produce “Feed,” a body horror film from “Russian Doll” co-creator and “Star Wars: The Acolyte” creator Leslye Headland. The film follows a desperate mother who discovers an obscure collagen supplement that promises to transform her tween gymnast daughter into an influencer. Fame hits fast, but as her daughter goes viral, she undergoes a terrifying transformation.
Sony Pictures Classics Buys Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s ‘Violette’
Sony Pictures Classics has acquired all rights in the United States, Latin America and Asia to “Violette,” marking the indie studio’s fourth collaboration with director Jean-Pierre Jeunet. The company also released Jeunet’s previous hits “Amelie,” “The City of Lost Children,”and “Micmacs.” “Violette” stars Leïla Bekhti (“Once Upon My Mother”), Matthias Schoenaerts (“Rust and Bone”), and Melvil Poupaud (“One Fine Morning”).
‘The Ballad of Lieutenant Dan,’ Documentary About Gary Sinise’s Work with Veterans, Acquired by Freestyle Digital Media
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‘The Ballad of Lieutenant Dan,’ Documentary About Gary Sinise’s Work with Veterans, Acquired by Freestyle Digital Media
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‘Caligula’ Director Tinto Brass Dies at 93
Giovanni “Tinto” Brass, an avant-garde filmmaker best known for directing the X-rated historical epic “Caligula,” has died. He was 93 years old. His wife Caterina Varzi and children Bonifacio and Beatrice Brass told Italian news agency Ansa that Brass had died, but did not give a cause. Brass’ career kicked off in the 1960s and ’70s with a series of experimental films including his debut, “Who Works Is Lost,” which followed a day in the life of an unemployed designer.
‘Caligula’ Director Tinto Brass Dies at 93
1 hour ago The first thing this week's title reveal for The Elder Scrolls 6 made me think of was a pair of recent big PR beats from another Xbox-owned studio. At BlizzCon in September, Blizzard surprised everyone by announcing Diablo 5 and its shooter reboot of StarCraft. Both were more substantive than Bethesda's …
As Production Jobs Flee California, Governor Gavin Newsom Pushes to Expand Film and TV Tax Credit to $1 Billion Annually Original
Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing expanding California’s current film and television tax credit program from $750 million to at least $1 billion annually as the state is struggling to attract entertainment industry jobs. The move comes as a report last month by FilmLA found that production levels fell 3.7 percent in the third quarter even as California has continued to enhance its tax credits.
As Production Jobs Flee California, Governor Gavin Newsom Pushes to Expand Film and TV Tax Credit to $1 Billion Annually
U.S. Politics 4 hours ago Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom, weighing 2028 runs, rally together in California The Washington Post - Praveena Somasundaram • 4h The California politicians showed a unified front while campaigning, which Democrats elsewhere struggled to do. LOS ANGELES — Former vice president Kamala Harris and California Gov.
Box Office: ‘You Can See Everything’ Beats ‘Clayface’ to Capture First Place Original
“You Can See Everything,” A24’s buzzy documentary about Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, has narrowly defeated Warner Bros. and DC Studios’ “Clayface” at the domestic box office. It added $10.6 million to bring its haul to $63.9 million. That was good enough for a first-place finish, something that “You Can See Everything” pulled off for the first time in its third weekend of release.
Michael Mann Accidentally Shoots Himself in Leg at Los Angeles Gun Range Original
Michael Mann, the director of “Heat” and “The Insider,” shot himself in the leg at a Los Angeles gun range on Saturday. A spokesperson for the Los Angeles confirmed did not disclose Mann’s name, but said that officers had responded to a “shots fired” incident at The Range LA at roughly 4 p.m. An investigation determined that the shooting was “accidental.” The person was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition.
Michael Mann Accidentally Shoots Himself in Leg at Los Angeles Gun Range
Netflix 2 hours ago Four best murder mysteries on Netflix that’ll keep you guessing Best of Netflix - Radhika Deshmukh • 2h For years, murder mysteries have been making fools of us, and funnily enough, we fall for the same silly trick every time! You are sitting there … Heidi Klum 11 hours ago Heidi Klum’s Halloween 2026 Costume Is Simply Out of Hand E! News - Kisha Forde • 11h Heidi Klum made jaws drop at her annual star-studded Halloween party Oct.
AMC Releases ‘Dune 3’ Two-Headed Sandworm Popcorn Bucket That Manages to Look Even More NSFW
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Barbara Barrie, Oscar-Nominated ‘Breaking Away’ and ‘Private Benjamin’ Star, Dies at 95
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Barbara Barrie, Oscar-Nominated ‘Breaking Away’ and ‘Private Benjamin’ Star, Dies at 95
Brent Lang Wed, 28 October 2026 at 9:47 pm UTC 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Barbara Barrie, Oscar-Nominated ‘Breaking Away’ and ‘Private Benjamin’ Star, Dies at 95 Barbara Barrie, a character actress best known for playing boisterous moms in "Breaking Away" and "Private Benjamin," has died. She was 95.
‘The Gilded Age’ Cast on Returning for Season 4 After a Ratings Surge: ‘It’s Go Big or Go Home’ Original
The women of “The Gilded Age” are assembled in the lavishly appointed drawing room of the Fifth Avenue Hotel for a postmortem. “I’m still buzzing from the other night,” Marceline Hugot, who plays Mrs. Foster, the director of the Heritage Society, says as she rises to address the group.
Walter Koenig, Actor Who Played Chekov on ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90
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A24's 'You Can See Everything' scores $19.5 million second weekend
Audiences continued to flock to "You Can See Everything," as the twisty documentary about Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes captured the zeitgeist and saw its grosses increase in its second weekend. The A24 film earned $19.5 million over its sophomore frame, a more than 20% increase from its $15.6 million opening. The film also saw a rise in its theater count, which helped lift its gross. "You Can See Everything" is playing in 2,655 theaters, up from the 855 it debuted on the previous weekend.
‘Clayface’ Tops the Box Office With $24 Million. What Does It Signal About DC Studios Latest Reboot?
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‘Clayface’ Tops the Box Office With $24 Million. What Does It Signal About DC Studios Latest Reboot?
Brent Lang Sun, 25 October 2026 at 4:36 pm UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. ‘Clayface’ Tops the Box Office With $24 Million. What Does It Signal About DC Studios Latest Reboot? "Clayface," a body-horror film based on a little-known comic book, opened to $24 million, a middling result for DC Studios, which is in year two of its mixed-bag theatrical revival.
Box Office: A24’s ‘You Can See Everything’ Scores Huge $19.5 Million Second Weekend
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‘Blue Film’: How the Controversial Camboy Drama Was Produced for Just $100,000 Original
The cast and crew of “Blue Film” were popping the champagne when disaster struck. The microbudget drama had just wrapped its final shot, managing to complete the controversial story of a cam boy and his pedophile client in 11 days and for just $45,000. That’s when Bijan Kazerooni, one of the film‘s producers, was called over to talk to cinematographer Ryan Jackson-Healy in his car. “He is sitting there white-knuckling the steering wheel, and he goes, ‘We lost the day,'” Kazerooni remembered.
Ken Russell’s ‘The Devils’ Extends Theatrical Run Following Strong Box Office Debut Original
The re-release of Ken Russell‘s controversial epic “The Devils” was initially only supposed to be in theaters for one week. However, Warner Bros. Clockwork, which oversaw the restoration, announced that it will extend its run due to “popular demand.” The film opened last weekend in 350 locations across North America. It grossed over $1.7 million for a per-screen average of $4,925. That’s a respectable result for a re-release.
‘Sinner Supper Club,’ a Gay Mumblegore Ghost Story, Sells to Factory 25
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‘You Can See Everything’ Opens to a Staggering $15 Million, Securing A24’s Place as Hollywood’s Hottest Brand
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‘La Bola Negra’ Earns $277,500 in Limited Release as Netflix Reports Box Office Results for the First Time in History
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‘You Can See Everything’ Opens to a Staggering $15 Million, Securing A24’s Place as Hollywood’s Hottest Brand
Audiences can’t get enough of Elizabeth Holmes. Eight years after Theranos, her blood-testing startup collapsed in spectacular fashion, “You Can See Everything,” a gonzo documentary about Holmes, opened to a staggering $15 million from 855 screens. That ranks as the second-best opening for a non-music documentary in history, just behind 2004’s “Fahrenheit 9/11,” which debuted to $23.9 million.
A24's 'You Can See Everything' earns $1.75 million in previews
"You Can See Everything," Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, has finally arrived in theaters after a marketing campaign that was shrouded in secrecy . Well, it looks like audiences could hardly stand the anticipation. Crowds eager to ensure they didn't suffer any spoilers turned out in force for Thursday preview showings of the A24 documentary. It earned an impressive $1.75 million from just 855 screens.
‘You Can See Everything,’ A24’s Elizabeth Holmes Documentary, Scores an Impressive $1.75 Million in Thursday Previews Original
“You Can See Everything,” Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim‘s documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, has finally arrived in theaters after a marketing campaign that was shrouded in secrecy. Well, it looks like audiences could hardly stand the anticipation. Crowds eager to ensure they didn’t suffer any spoilers turned out in force for Thursday preview showings of the A24 documentary. It earned an impressive $1.75 million from just 855 screens.
John Wilson’s ‘The History of Concrete’ Crosses $2 Million at Box Office, Becoming a Major Documentary Hit for Magnolia Original
It’s another milestone for “The History of Concrete.” The off-beat documentary about… well, the title says it all, has crossed the $2 million mark 25 days into its run.
American Black Film Festival Expands Into Theatrical Distribution with Launch of ABFF97 Original
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is expanding into theatrical distribution with the launch of ABFF97, a new initiative created to bring select independent films to audiences in major U.S. markets through curated theatrical releases. AMC Theatres will serve as the initiative’s inaugural theatrical provider, with releases planned across key markets including Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Detroit, Dallas, Houston, Charlotte, and Philadelphia.
American Black Film Festival Expands Into Theatrical Distribution with Launch of ABFF97
American Black Film Festival Expands Into Theatrical Distribution with Launch of ABFF97 The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is expanding into theatrical distribution with the launch of ABFF97, a new initiative created to bring select independent films to audiences in major U.S. markets through curated theatrical releases.
IndieWire Hires J. Kim Murphy as Film and Media Reporter Original
IndieWire has hired award-winning journalist Jackson Kim Murphy as its new Film and Media Reporter. Murphy, whose byline is J. Kim Murphy, will be based in Los Angeles and will cover indie studios, emerging filmmakers, content creators, and new and emerging technology. He will report to Editor-in-Chief Brent Lang. Murphy joins IndieWire from TheWrap, where he served as the publication’s weekend news editor.
Quentin Tarantino Teaming With Sacha Baron Cohen on West End Play ‘The Popinjay Cavalier’ Original
Shakespeare. Ibsen. O’Neill. Tarantino? Throughout its storied history, the West End has played host to the greatest playwrights. Now, Quentin Tarantino, the director of classics like “Pulp Fiction” and “Inglourious Basterds,” is bringing his snappy dialogue, pop culture obsessions, and talent for mayhem to the London stage.
Box Office: ‘NAZA,’ Documentary About Israel’s Attacks on Gaza That Was Too Hot for Distributors, Crosses $500,000
“NAZA,” a blistering look at the systems the Israeli government has used to kill Palestinians, was too controversial for prominent indie studios to pick up. That hasn’t stopped “NAZA” from connecting with arthouse audiences now that the self-distributed documentary has opened in theaters. Over two weeks of release, “NAZA” will cross the $500,000 mark, an impressive accomplishment for any nonfiction film, especially one about such a hot-button, politically charged topic.
Shawn Levy and Jon M. Chu — Directors on Directors (Full Conversation)
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'The Social Reckoning' bombs
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‘The Social Reckoning’ Bombs With $5.5 Million Opening. Why Did Aaron Sorkin’s Facebook Follow-Up Fail at the Box Office? Original
In 2010, “The Social Network” arrived in theaters on a wave of anticipation. Two of the biggest names in movies, director David Fincher and writer Aaron Sorkin, were joining forces to explain the age of interconnectedness. The timing was perfect. Twitter was gaining steam, YouTube was transforming the way people watched stuff, and Facebook, the subject of “The Social Network,” had established itself as a social media juggernaut, leaving MySpace and other pretenders in the dust.
Oscars: U.K. Selects ‘Rehearsals for a Revolution,’ Documentary About Iran, as Best International Feature Entry Original
Pegah Ahangarani’s “Rehearsals for a Revolution” has been selected as the United Kingdom’s entry for Best International Feature Film Entry for the upcoming Oscars. It’s welcome news for the filmmaker and for Sony Pictures Classics, which had positioned “Rehearsals for a Revolution” as a major contender in the Best Documentary race. It now has a chance to nab nominations in both categories.
Oscars: U.K. Selects ‘Rehearsals for a Revolution,’ Documentary About Iran, as Best International Feature Entry
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Why Harry Potter and Gandalf Won’t Be Teaming Up with Optimus Prime Original
In 2022, Brian Robbins, then leading Paramount Pictures, was desperate to bring two cinematic universes together. While making “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,” he got sign-off from Steven Spielberg, the franchise’s executive producer, to have G.I. Joe appear in a coda to the latest movie. Hasbro, the company behind both toy lines, also gave its blessing for both the cameo and future crossover projects to come. But there was one holdout.
It’s Official: Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery Merge in Skydance Mega-Deal
The biggest media merger in history is now complete. Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are combined in a deal that could transform Hollywood. Paramount closed its transaction to acquire WBD on October 6 as part of a $111 billion pact. To get to this point, the company had to clear several regulatory hurdles dating back to February when the deal was first reached, as well as form alliances with the Trump administration that concerned parts of the creative community.
David Ellison’s Big Bet: Why the Mogul Thinks Skydance Film Chiefs Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein Can Deliver 30 Movies a Year Original
In 2010, Josh Greenstein met Dana Goldberg for the first time. He was a hot-shot marketing executive at Paramount Pictures, she was a new hire at Skydance, a production company looking to take the next leap in its Hollywood ambitions. The pair were sitting down to work out the release strategy for “True Grit,” a Western remake from the Coen brothers that was one of the first films produced under a financing deal between Paramount and Skydance.
Box office: John Wilson's 'The History of Concrete' earns $1 million
"The History of Concrete" surpassed the $1 million mark at the box office on Saturday, becoming the highest-grossing platform-distributed documentary of 2026. It reached the milestone after just 16 days in theaters.
Tom Cruise's 'Digger' flops, could lose Warner Bros. $150 million
On Monday, Tom Cruise gamely signed autographs and posed for pictures outside The Directors Village for the Los Angeles premiere of "Digger," flashing the confident smile that had made him a screen legend. Yet, long before Cruise hit the red carpet alongside Warner Bros. film chiefs Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, who he praised for greenlighting "Digger" without needing to turn a page of its script, it was clear that the movie was going to flop.
‘Digger’ Flops with $8 Million Opening, Becoming the Biggest Bomb of Tom Cruise’s Career
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Box Office: John Wilson’s ‘The History of Concrete’ from Magnolia Passes $1 Million
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