Mayor Karen Bass has issued a new executive directive to support local film and TV jobs by making it easier for studios and independent producers alike to shoot movies, television shows and commercials here in Los Angeles. Mayor Bass’ directive lowers costs and streamlines city processes for on-location filming and increases access to iconic city […]
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After Ashley (Arjona) asks for a divorce, good-natured Carey (Marvin) runs to his friends, Julie (Johnson) and Paul (Covino), for support. He’s shocked to discover that the secret to their happiness is an open marriage, that is until Carey crosses the line and throws all of their relationships into chaos. Featuring: Dakota Johnson (Producer/Cast) Adria Arjona (Executive
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Cheech & Chong’s Last Movie is actually a documentary; a true-life tale told through a mix of animation and archival madness, all underscored by a classic cinematic road trip comedy. Tracing the enduring legacy of pioneering comics Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, the film features interviews, sketches, and never-before-seen footage spanning the duo’s five-decade career.
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Warner Bros. Pictures’ MICKEY 17 will make its global streaming debut on Max on FRIDAY, MAY 23. The film will debut on HBO linear on SATURDAY, MAY 24 at 7:40 p.m. ET. From the Academy Award®-winning writer/director of “Parasite,” Bong Joon Ho, comes his next cinematic experience, MICKEY 17. The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson) has found himself in the extraordinary circumstance
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HBO has unveiled the official trailer and key art for Mountainhead, the highly anticipated original film from Succession creator Jesse Armstrong. Set to premiere Saturday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and streamable on Max, Mountainhead marks Armstrong’s return to the screen with a sharp, satirical take on the ultra-wealthy—this time amid a
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The LA Phil announced The Ford 2025 season, featuring performances from July 18 to October 31. Now in its sixth season under the stewardship of the LA Phil, the beloved open-air amphitheater will feature a wide range of performances set in the venue’s serene, natural setting. The Ford 2025 season kicks off with The Pharcyde
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Tom Cruise, one of Hollywood’s most enduring and dynamic stars, is set to receive a knighthood in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to cinema. The honor, expected to be formally bestowed by King Charles III, acknowledges Cruise’s decades-long impact on the global film industry. From his breakout role in Risky Business to the box office
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The 78th Festival de Cannes officially opened tonight with a powerful blend of tributes, cinematic celebration, and passionate calls for global solidarity. The prestigious event began with a moving dedication to late actress Émilie Dequenne, as actor Laurent Lafitte welcomed guests at the Grand Théâtre Lumière. “She was born at the Festival de Cannes. Her
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Magnolia Pictures will release 40 ACRES in theaters nationwide July 2, 2025 A bold, no-holds-barred action-thriller from debut filmmaker R.T. Thorne starring acclaimed actress Danielle Deadwyler, 40 ACRES is set in a famine-decimated near future where a former soldier (Deadwyler) and her family struggle to safeguard their farm as they make one last stand against
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British director, screenwriter, and cinematographer Molly Manning Walker has been appointed President of the Un Certain Regard Jury at the 78th Festival de Cannes. Known for her distinct visual storytelling and exploration of social themes, Manning Walker will lead the jury in recognizing emerging voices in cinema. Manning Walker’s debut feature How to Have Sex
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The American Film Institute (AFI) presented the 50th AFI Life Achievement Award to Francis Ford Coppola on Saturday, April 26, at a Gala Tribute at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, surrounded by icons in the entertainment community. The televised special, THE AFI LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: A TRIBUTE TO FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA, will premiere on TNT
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On Sunday, April 27, Lionsgate presented a marquee, sold-out screening of Shadow Force at the 49th annual Atlanta Film Festival, led by Emmy Award winner, star, and producer Kerry Washington. The screening took place at the historic Plaza Theatre, a celebrated landmark for independent and groundbreaking cinema. Ahead of the screening, Washington was honored with
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The iconic Cannes Film Festival kicks off its highly anticipated season this year, celebrating cinema’s finest with global premieres, red-carpet glamour, and cinematic excellence. This prestigious event will run from May 14 to May 25, 2025, showcasing the best in film and talent from around the world. In addition to the Selection of the 78th
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is pleased to announce the 41st annual festival will take place in Santa Barbara, CA from February 4 through February 15, 2026. SBIFF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts and educational organization dedicated to discovering and showcasing the best in independent and international cinema. Recently, the festival celebrated its
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The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) announced the expansion of IFFLA Industry Days, a robust two-day forum set to take place on May 8 and May 9, 2025 at the Landmark Theatres Sunset in Los Angeles, CA. Passes are now available at indianfilmfestival.org. IFFLA Industry Days fosters connections between South Asian film and
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A man. A woman. A deserted beach. A turbulent sky. Intoxicating music. A 3-month-old idea. A 3-week shoot. A 20-second scene. Eternity lasts but a moment in the end. Sixty years ago, in 1965, two damaged souls—portrayed by Anouk Aimée and Jean-Louis Trintignant—met, connected, resisted, and eventually twirled together under the incandescent lens of Claude
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The SAG Awards® announced today that the 32nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® will take place on Sunday, March 1, 2026. The actors’ awards ceremony will stream live on Netflix at 8 p.m. (ET) / 5 p.m. (PT). Key deadlines and dates have also been released for the 2025-2026 SAG Awards season. Submissions for nomination consideration
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The Academy has officially acknowledged the use of AI in filmmaking—but don’t expect any real clarity just yet. In newly released eligibility rules for the 97th Oscars, a brief mention of generative AI makes its debut. The statement, however, does little more than tiptoe around the issue, ultimately placing the responsibility on individual branches to
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