The 16th annual Catalina Film Festival took over Hollywood’s Island and the historic Avalon Theatre September 25–27, 2026, for a three-day coastal celebration of cinema, highlighted by an Opening Night Career Tribute honoring filmmaker Catherine Hardwicke and the West Coast Premiere of her latest film, STREET SMART. Hardwicke was presented with the Catalina Film Festival
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Told through intimate testimonies from close family and friends, this documentary event reveals the real Matthew Perry—generous, funny, vulnerable, larger than life—and the battles he fought to become the man behind the icon. A raw record of a life lived in full, and the honesty that became his greatest legacy. RELEASING GLOBALLY ON NETFLIX OCTOBER
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The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) announced that Emmy-award winning producer, director and actor Kerry Washington will serve as Ambassador for its 31st annual event, taking place May 20–23, 2027, in Los Angeles. As Ambassador, Washington will support ABFF’s mission to champion storytellers, expand career pathways for emerging talent, and foster a vibrant creative community
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American Film Institute (AFI) announced I PLAY ROCKY and RAY GUNN will complete the Red Carpet Premieres section at this year’s AFI FEST presented by Canva. All Red Carpet Premieres will take place at the historic TCL Chinese Theatre. AFI also announced that 14th, ASHES, BEHEMOTH!, BITTER CHRISTMAS, BUNKER, CLARISSA, ELSINORE, JOSEPHINE, THE MAN I
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Something about traveling deep into the Amazon rainforest has just never sat right with me. Sure, the scenery is beautiful, but I can’t help but think about all the wildlife lurking beyond what we can see, both known and unknown. That’s where Beware Boiúna comes in. The film follows a small team of five who venture
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Hollywood’s long-running battle against runaway production has reached Washington. A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation that would establish the first major federal film and television production tax credit, an effort designed to make the United States more competitive with countries that have successfully attracted American productions with aggressive financial incentives. The Motion Picture,
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VAMPIRE CARNIVAL follows a grieving young woman who is drawn to a mysterious traveling carnival that appears without warning in her small town. Seduced by its eerie spectacle and promises of escape, she soon discovers that the carnival is a gateway to a hidden world where vampires feed not on blood, but on human despair.
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When a militia of unidentified hostiles coordinates a coup against the U.S., the president is forced to drive the presidential limousine and unlock the full extent of The Beast’s highly classified offensive capabilities to save his injured Secret Service agent, reunite with his wife, and save the world. In theaters October 9, 2026
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Rumors that Paramount could leave California have sent shockwaves through Hollywood in recent weeks, but the latest developments suggest the legendary studio may not be packing up its Melrose Avenue lot after all. Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison had reportedly considered moving the company’s headquarters and operations out of California amid an escalating legal battle
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From acclaimed director Francis Lawrence, THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING follows sixteen-year-old Haymitch Abernathy (Joseph Zada) from District 12, beginning on the morning of the reaping for the 50th Annual Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, the biggest Games yet with twice as many tributes. November 20, 2026
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When wealthy bachelors arrive in their neighbourhood, the five Bennet sisters must navigate love, family, and society’s expectations to secure their futures. Jane falls for the charming Mr Bingley, while Elizabeth clashes with his proud friend Mr Darcy – but unexpected encounters and family scandals force Elizabeth to reconsider her feelings and discover the true
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Vertical has acquired U.S. rights to Cliffhanger, a bold new take on the 1993 classic, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (Carry On). The film, written by Mark Bianculli and Melanie Toast based on a story by Sacha Penn and Bianculli, stars Lily James (the upcoming The Liberation) and Pierce Brosnan (Black Bag), as well as Nell
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It’s a busy few weeks across television and streaming, with Netflix renewing “Tires,” HBO Max adding weekly episodes of “The Howard Stern Show,” Hulu ordering a second season of “Furious,” Kevin Hart returning with new “Cold As Balls” episodes, and Disney+ and ESPN teaming with Red Bull for a new live motorsport event. Netflix Renews
Peter Cullen, the prolific voice actor whose unmistakable baritone brought some of animation’s most recognizable characters to life, has died. He was 85. Cullen died Wednesday, August 26, at his home in Los Angeles, his agent Kevin Motley confirmed. According to a statement from his family, he passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. A
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The inaugural Long Beach Film Festival (LBFF) makes its debut this weekend, August 29–30, with a kick-off party at the Queen Mary on August 28, bringing independent filmmakers, industry professionals and film lovers together for a new celebration of storytelling and Long Beach’s creative community. The Long Beach Film Festival launches with a Friday night
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British actor Tim Curry, whose unmistakable voice and theatrical performances made him a memorable presence across film, television and the stage for more than five decades, has died. He was 80. Curry died at his home in Los Angeles, his longtime manager and friend Marcia Hurwitz confirmed. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed.
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After twenty years spent “chillin’, tokin’ and bonin’”, Ali G is shocked to discover that his long-term girlfriend, Julie, is 8 months pregnant. Faced with an extra mouth to feed, he gets off his batty and heads to America to reclaim his former glory… but soon encounters adversaries who will ultimately threaten his and his
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This weekend, in a star-studded ceremony that capped off the largest D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event to date, The Walt Disney Company honored 11 new Disney Legends who have made a remarkable impact on audiences around the world. The 2026 class of Disney Legends is an extraordinary line-up of stars, storytellers, and leaders, comprised
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