“Two Pianos” Movie Review – A Virtuoso’s Past Unravels in Desplechin’s Latest Drama

Ulrika Bengts (Hotel Swan Helsinki) is directing Theatre of War, a Nordic limited series adapted from Kjell Westö’s novel Dusk 41, as a multilingual production. Golden Globe nominee Alma Pöysti (Fallen Leaves) leads the series, starring alongside Tyra Wingren (To Cook a Bear), Jakob Öhrman (Raptures), Saga Sarkola (Memory of Water), and Merlin Rose (Das […]

John Turturro stars as Harry Lehman, a veteran pickpocket struggling to survive in Manhattan. “I’ve lived my life in other people’s pockets,” he says, moving unseen as every handbag and wallet becomes his target. The movie’s main idea truly comes into focus when Harry lands himself in serious trouble after stealing a stranger’s bag from […]

The nominations for the 79th British Academy Film Awards were announced today, Tuesday, 27 January 2026. The ceremony will be held on 22 February at the Royal Festival Hall in London, with celebrated Scottish actor Alan Cumming hosting the event for the first time. The 2026 BAFTA Film Awards mixed predictability with surprises. Big titles […]

The TVING-exclusive area features a curated K-content spotlight for global audiences, and as part of its global expansion, TVING is rolling out new Korean drama releases in Japan and across the Asia-Pacific region. The CJ ENM-owned platform will distribute these shows through TVING-branded hubs on Disney+ Japan and HBO Max in 17 markets, strengthening its […]

Elon Musk’s social media platform X is under investigation by the European Union following reports that its AI chatbot Grok has been used to create sexually explicit deepfakes According to an EU release, the new inquiry will examine whether the company adequately evaluated and addressed risks tied to introducing Grok’s features on X within the […]

Miao is praised for her sharp control of mood, creating a dark and heavy atmosphere that carries tension through the modern scenes. The film is also recognized for its focus on the 1885 Rock Springs Massacre, a brutal attack on Chinese immigrant miners, with the flashbacks described as its most powerful and intense moments. Kelly […]

Ahead of its debut in the Panorama section of the 2026 Berlinale, Adrian Goiginger’s latest film, Four Minus Three, has secured global sales representation through Beta Cinema. The film’s first trailer was released today. Rooted in reality and shaped by Barbara Pachl-Eberhart’s bestselling book, this cinematic retelling captures the essence of lived experience. After a […]

The Shitheads stand out because it feels real. The conversations sound like everyday talk, not polished lines. The situations are raw and familiar, without any glamor. It shows life as it actually happens, not the way we wish it would. The characters speak straight, act on impulse, and often end up in messy chaos. At […]

Josephine, directed and written by Beth de Araújo, is about an 8-year-old girl who grapples with matters beyond her understanding. It’s Sundance debut at the Eccles Theater in Park City. Josephine, an 8-year-old girl who witnesses something no child should see when running through Golden Gate Park with her father (Channing Tatum), a sexual assault […]

Extra Geography marks the debut feature for director Molly Manners, with a screenplay by Miriam Battye (Succession), adapted from a 2007 short story by Rose Tremain. The film makes its world premiere this week in Sundance’s World Cinema Dramatic Competition. Unfolding in the cloistered world of an English all-girls boarding school in 2003, the story […]

On Thursday in Los Angeles, Laura Adler, a former Casting Society administrator and casting director, died at 65 following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late actor and director Jerry Adler. Her family includes sisters Alisa Adler, a talent agent at Paradigm; Emily Adler, a writer; Amy Adler; and her nephew, Joe […]

The Balloonists, a true story of friendship, passion, and adventure in a historic world flight. The film had its global unveiling at TIFF last year. Tracks the unlikely duo of Swiss explorer Bertrand Piccard and British flying instructor Brian Jones as they raced against elite pilots and wealthy adventurers in 1999 to become the first […]

Valentino Garavani, who passed away at his Rome residence on Monday at the age of 93, was honored on Friday by Anne Hathaway, Elizabeth Hurley, Tom Ford, Anna Wintour, and Donatella Versace, among other luminaries from the worlds of film and fashion. Alessandro Michele, serving as Valentino’s creative director, joined mourners at the ceremony. Hathaway […]

The upcoming feature Stray, helmed by BAFTA-winning director David Blair, will feature Emily Carey (House of the Dragon) and Aaron McVeigh (Dept. Q) “David Blair’s newest feature, Stray, brings together Aaron McVeigh and Emily Carey in a gripping tale of survival. The film follows Dylan, a 17-year-old navigating life on a harsh London estate, who […]

The Berlin-set thriller A Prayer For The Dying, starring Johnny Flynn and John C. Reilly, has secured a North American distribution deal with Anton and New Europe. The film, which blends suspense and psychological intrigue against the backdrop of Berlin’s shadowy underworld, marks a significant collaboration between the two actors, bringing together Flynn’s rising intensity […]

Belgian director Anke Blondé is gaining attention with her latest drama film, Dust. The film has been chosen for competition at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2026, marking a major milestone for Blondé and her team. Dust is a drama about two successful Belgian tech leaders who learn that a massive fraud behind their […]

John Carney’s latest feature, Power Ballad, starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, will conclude this year’s Dublin Film Festival, serving as a fitting finale to the celebration of cinema. On March 1st at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, the film will have its world premiere in Dublin. Produced by John Carney, Robert Walpole, Rebecca O’Flanagan, […]

Shrubb has stepped in as World Productions’ new development boss, replacing Emma Luffingham, who left the Line of Duty producer to join Pathé UK. Emma Luffingham was unveiled yesterday as making a high-profile leap to Pathé UK, where she takes on the role of Creative Director of TV. while Pathé develops its English-language operations further […]

Laika’s highly anticipated animated film Wildwood has officially locked in an October 23, 2026, release date. The studio has also announced new distribution partnerships, with Fathom handling domestic releases and FilmNation Entertainment managing international sales. The move marks an exciting new chapter for Laika, known for visually stunning stop-motion films like Coraline, ParaNorman, and Kubo […]

Netflix is getting ready to release a new documentary about one of comedy’s most loved stars. The film is called Marty, Life Is Short, and it will premiere on May 12. The documentary will focus on the life and career of actor and comedian Martin Short. After earning an Emmy on Canada’s SCTV, Marty was […]

Ulrika Bengts (Hotel Swan Helsinki) is directing Theatre of War, a Nordic limited series adapted from Kjell Westö’s novel Dusk 41, as a multilingual production. Golden Globe nominee Alma Pöysti (Fallen Leaves) leads the series, starring alongside Tyra Wingren (To Cook a Bear), Jakob Öhrman (Raptures), Saga Sarkola (Memory of Water), and Merlin Rose (Das […]

John Turturro stars as Harry Lehman, a veteran pickpocket struggling to survive in Manhattan. “I’ve lived my life in other people’s pockets,” he says, moving unseen as every handbag and wallet becomes his target. The movie’s main idea truly comes into focus when Harry lands himself in serious trouble after stealing a stranger’s bag from […]

The nominations for the 79th British Academy Film Awards were announced today, Tuesday, 27 January 2026. The ceremony will be held on 22 February at the Royal Festival Hall in London, with celebrated Scottish actor Alan Cumming hosting the event for the first time. The 2026 BAFTA Film Awards mixed predictability with surprises. Big titles […]

The TVING-exclusive area features a curated K-content spotlight for global audiences, and as part of its global expansion, TVING is rolling out new Korean drama releases in Japan and across the Asia-Pacific region. The CJ ENM-owned platform will distribute these shows through TVING-branded hubs on Disney+ Japan and HBO Max in 17 markets, strengthening its […]

Elon Musk’s social media platform X is under investigation by the European Union following reports that its AI chatbot Grok has been used to create sexually explicit deepfakes According to an EU release, the new inquiry will examine whether the company adequately evaluated and addressed risks tied to introducing Grok’s features on X within the […]

Miao is praised for her sharp control of mood, creating a dark and heavy atmosphere that carries tension through the modern scenes. The film is also recognized for its focus on the 1885 Rock Springs Massacre, a brutal attack on Chinese immigrant miners, with the flashbacks described as its most powerful and intense moments. Kelly […]

Ahead of its debut in the Panorama section of the 2026 Berlinale, Adrian Goiginger’s latest film, Four Minus Three, has secured global sales representation through Beta Cinema. The film’s first trailer was released today. Rooted in reality and shaped by Barbara Pachl-Eberhart’s bestselling book, this cinematic retelling captures the essence of lived experience. After a […]

The Shitheads stand out because it feels real. The conversations sound like everyday talk, not polished lines. The situations are raw and familiar, without any glamor. It shows life as it actually happens, not the way we wish it would. The characters speak straight, act on impulse, and often end up in messy chaos. At […]

Josephine, directed and written by Beth de Araújo, is about an 8-year-old girl who grapples with matters beyond her understanding. It’s Sundance debut at the Eccles Theater in Park City. Josephine, an 8-year-old girl who witnesses something no child should see when running through Golden Gate Park with her father (Channing Tatum), a sexual assault […]

Extra Geography marks the debut feature for director Molly Manners, with a screenplay by Miriam Battye (Succession), adapted from a 2007 short story by Rose Tremain. The film makes its world premiere this week in Sundance’s World Cinema Dramatic Competition. Unfolding in the cloistered world of an English all-girls boarding school in 2003, the story […]

On Thursday in Los Angeles, Laura Adler, a former Casting Society administrator and casting director, died at 65 following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late actor and director Jerry Adler. Her family includes sisters Alisa Adler, a talent agent at Paradigm; Emily Adler, a writer; Amy Adler; and her nephew, Joe […]

The Balloonists, a true story of friendship, passion, and adventure in a historic world flight. The film had its global unveiling at TIFF last year. Tracks the unlikely duo of Swiss explorer Bertrand Piccard and British flying instructor Brian Jones as they raced against elite pilots and wealthy adventurers in 1999 to become the first […]

Valentino Garavani, who passed away at his Rome residence on Monday at the age of 93, was honored on Friday by Anne Hathaway, Elizabeth Hurley, Tom Ford, Anna Wintour, and Donatella Versace, among other luminaries from the worlds of film and fashion. Alessandro Michele, serving as Valentino’s creative director, joined mourners at the ceremony. Hathaway […]

The upcoming feature Stray, helmed by BAFTA-winning director David Blair, will feature Emily Carey (House of the Dragon) and Aaron McVeigh (Dept. Q) “David Blair’s newest feature, Stray, brings together Aaron McVeigh and Emily Carey in a gripping tale of survival. The film follows Dylan, a 17-year-old navigating life on a harsh London estate, who […]

The Berlin-set thriller A Prayer For The Dying, starring Johnny Flynn and John C. Reilly, has secured a North American distribution deal with Anton and New Europe. The film, which blends suspense and psychological intrigue against the backdrop of Berlin’s shadowy underworld, marks a significant collaboration between the two actors, bringing together Flynn’s rising intensity […]

Belgian director Anke Blondé is gaining attention with her latest drama film, Dust. The film has been chosen for competition at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2026, marking a major milestone for Blondé and her team. Dust is a drama about two successful Belgian tech leaders who learn that a massive fraud behind their […]

John Carney’s latest feature, Power Ballad, starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, will conclude this year’s Dublin Film Festival, serving as a fitting finale to the celebration of cinema. On March 1st at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, the film will have its world premiere in Dublin. Produced by John Carney, Robert Walpole, Rebecca O’Flanagan, […]

Shrubb has stepped in as World Productions’ new development boss, replacing Emma Luffingham, who left the Line of Duty producer to join Pathé UK. Emma Luffingham was unveiled yesterday as making a high-profile leap to Pathé UK, where she takes on the role of Creative Director of TV. while Pathé develops its English-language operations further […]

Laika’s highly anticipated animated film Wildwood has officially locked in an October 23, 2026, release date. The studio has also announced new distribution partnerships, with Fathom handling domestic releases and FilmNation Entertainment managing international sales. The move marks an exciting new chapter for Laika, known for visually stunning stop-motion films like Coraline, ParaNorman, and Kubo […]

Netflix is getting ready to release a new documentary about one of comedy’s most loved stars. The film is called Marty, Life Is Short, and it will premiere on May 12. The documentary will focus on the life and career of actor and comedian Martin Short. After earning an Emmy on Canada’s SCTV, Marty was […]