PVR INOX Proposes to Eliminate Virtual Print Fee for All Films, CCI Opens Comment Period

PVR INOX Limited has filed a proposal with the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to scrap the Virtual Print Fee (VPF...

Hirokazu Kore-edas Look Back Debuts at Venice 2026, Adapting Tatsuki Fujimotos Manga into a Touching Live-Action Drama

The 83rd Venice International Film Festival opened on 2 September 2026 with the world premiere of Hirokazu Kore‑eda’...

Michael Fassbenders Korean Thriller Hope Opens in U.S. With 79% Audience Score

On September 9 2026, Michael Fassbender made a bold move by front‑lining the South Korean sci‑thriller Hope, a film ...

Japanese Drama Squall Premieres Oct. 18 After Historic Singapore Shoot

When the first Japanese drama to be shot entirely in Singapore goes on air, it marks more than a new setting—it signal...

Last Action Hero: Arnold Schwarzeneggers 1993 Satirical Take on the Action Genre

On a rainy June afternoon in Westwood, a young boy’s imagination turned literal when he slipped a shimmering ticket in...

Paramount Moves Hawaii Five-O from TV to Film with Maui-Born Director Destin Daniel Cretton

Paramount Pictures has announced a bold new direction for the iconic television series Hawaii Five‑O: a feature‑film...

Bengaluru Hosts Inaugural LURU Screendance Festival, Bridging Dance and Cinema

On September 12, Bengaluru welcomed the world’s first LURU Screendance Festival, a week‑long celebration that will c...

Israeli Filmmakers NAZA Debuts at Venice with Record-Length Ovation

On September 10, 2026, the 83rd Venice International Film Festival opened its main competition with a moment that will r...

TIFF 2026: Being Heumann Opens Festival as Market Expands to 6,000 Delegates

Cape Town Hosts Save the Waves Film Festival, Showcasing Global Surf Conservation Shorts

On 23 September, Cape Town’s historic Labia Cinema will transform into a hub for surf enthusiasts and environmental ad...

Venice Film Festival Highlights AI and Immersive Storytelling, Featuring Industry Veterans and New Platforms

On the sun‑kissed island of Lido, the 83rd Venice International Film Festival opened its doors on September 2 and clos...

Helen Accepts Raj Kapoor Lifetime Achievement Award on Behalf of Salim Khan, Confirms His Good Health

On Wednesday, September 9 2026, veteran actress Helen stood on the dais in Mumbai’s bustling auditorium and accepted t...

Manitoba Filmmakers Shine at TIFF 2026, From Feature Debuts to Miniseries Previews

The Toronto International Film Festival opened on September 10, 2026, and will run through September 20. The 51st editio...

Na Hong-jins Epic Sci-Fi Thriller "Hope" Premieres at Cannes, Debuts in South Korea

When the 156‑minute sci‑fi thriller Hope burst onto the Cannes main competition on May 17, 2026, it turned heads wit...

Star Trek: The Animated Series Brings the Enterprise to Saturday Mornings in 1973

On a bright Saturday morning in 1973, NBC launched Star Trek: The Animated Series, breathing new life into the Enterpris...

Luc Besson Announces New Sci-Fi Project at Venice Film Festival

At the 83rd Venice Film Festival, Luc Besson—67, the French auteur who has made a name with high‑concept science‑f...

Palestinian Voices and Cinema Take Center Stage at the 83rd Venice Film Festival

When the Lido’s glittering lagoon opened its gates on September 2, 2026, the 83rd Venice Film Festival transformed int...

Chloe Zhao Reflects on Marvels Eternals Ahead of Its Fifth-Anniversary Celebration

In early September 2026, the Venice International Film Festival will host a panel featuring director Chloé Zhao, who he...

Gazala Salmin Remembers Shah Rukh Khans Warm On-Set Gestures in 1994 Thriller Anjaam

Gazala Salmin, the former child actor who played Madhuri Dixit’s daughter in the 1994 Hindi psychological thriller Anj...

Jammu & Kashmir Launches First International Film Festival, Showcasing 135 Films from 41 Countries

The Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir is set to host its inaugural International Film Festival (IFFJK) from September 7...

Tom Hardys New Western Becomes Global Streaming Sensation

Tom Hardy’s latest Western has surged to the top of global streaming charts, a trend highlighted in a recent ScreenRan...

2016 Mattel-Based Superhero Film Max Steel Flops Critically and Commercially

When Mattel’s most ambitious toy line hit the silver screen, the result was a quiet disappointment.Released on October...

Maggie Gyllenhaal Calls Out Gender Gap as Venice Film Festival Opens

Maggie Gyllenhaal, now the president of the main‑competition jury, launched the 83rd Venice International Film Festiva...

Cleveland Italian Film Festival Marks 20th Anniversary with Three Italian Cinema Highlights

The Cleveland Italian Film Festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month, offering a concise slate of three It...

Ajay Devgn Returns to Horror with New Thriller, Production Begins September 2, 2026

Ajay Devgn has officially begun shooting a new, untitled horror thriller, marking a third collaboration between his prod...

Charleston, SC Opens Multiple Casting Calls for Feature Films, Talk Show, Reality TV and Game Show

Charleston’s cobblestone streets and waterfront views have long been a magnet for film crews, and the city’s latest ...

AMC Launches Leawood Films to Bring Independent Movies to Theaters

AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc. has just opened a new chapter in theatrical distribution, announcing Leawood Films, a la...

Indie Horror Film 'The Cuckoo Clock' Unveils Trailer Ahead of October Release

On September 1, 2026, the official trailer for The Cuckoo Clock streamed to YouTube, announcing a limited U.S. theatrica...

Rocky Horror Picture Show Continues 51-Year Run, Remaining the Longest-Running Theatrical Release

The 1975 musical comedy‑horror film The Rocky Horror Picture Show is still being shown in limited‑release theaters i...

War of the Rohirrim: Warner Bros Releases 2024 Animated Prequel to the Lord of the Rings

War of the Rohirrim debuted on 3 December 2024, opening in U.S. theaters a week later on 13 December. The 2‑D feature,...

John Hurt and Jason Priestley Team Up in 1997 Film Love and Death on Long Island

In the late 1990s, a quiet British‑Canadian drama slipped through the cracks of mainstream cinema, bringing together t...

From Cannes Standing Ovation to U.S. Critique: The Complex Journey of Sergio Leones Once Upon a Time in America

When the long‑awaited epic Once Upon a Time in America rolled out its 269‑minute frame at Cannes in May 1984, the au...

Christian Styles, 29, Found Dead in Michigan Home; Investigation Ongoing

On August 20, 2026, the Canton Township, Michigan, police were called to a private residence after a neighbor reported a...

AMC Theatres Launches Leawood Films to Bring Independent Movies to the Big Screen

AMC Entertainment Holdings announced on August 31 2026 that it has created a new distribution label, Leawood Films, to r...

ESX Entertainment Unveils Trailer for Las Vegas Holiday Heist Comedy Double Trouble

ESX Entertainment released the official trailer for its upcoming holiday heist comedy Double Trouble on August 20 2026. ...

Austin Casting Calls Spotlight Short Film, Reality TV, and HBO Series in Current Production Pipeline

Austin’s film scene just got a fresh lineup of casting calls that showcase the city’s knack for turning diverse idea...

Cineplex Celebrates Five Years of CineClub, Delivering $88 Million in Member Benefits

On August 10, 2026, Cineplex Inc. marked the fifth anniversary of its CineClub movie‑subscription program, a milestone...

Harbinger: A Low-Budget British Horror That Turns a Fortune Teller Into a Death Machine

"Harbinger" spins a chilling tale from the United Kingdom that slipped into the U.S. digital arena on August 11 2026 via...

Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie Set for August 14, 2026 Release

When a prehistoric adventure collides with a familiar pack of pups, the third theatrical installment in the Paw Patrol f...

InSession Film Podcast Revisits 1985s Most Influential Movies in Episode 699

On the week of his 41st birthday, host JD Edwards turned back the clock in episode 699 of the InSession Film Podcast, tu...

Unmadhams Box-Office Performance Stalls in First Week, Lags Behind Kunchacko Bobans Prior Hit

Unmadham, the Malayalam psychological thriller that debuted on 31 July 2026, opened across 640 screens with a promise of...

Khushbu Sundar Questions National Film Awards Selection Process Amid Raayan Debate

When veteran actress‑turned‑politician Khushbu Sundar stepped into a dimly lit studio for a Behindwoods interview on...

Shri Ramlila Mahasangh Demands Preview Screening of Ranbir Kapoors Ramayana Ahead of Diwali Release

The upcoming mythological epic Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, has attracte...

Ajith Kumars Next Film DareDevil Unveiled: Title, Crew, and Production Details

Ajith Kumar’s upcoming Tamil feature, DareDevil, marks the actor’s 64th leading role and the second time he teams up...

John Hughes: From Chicago High School to Hollywood Icon - A Retrospective

John Hughes, the director who turned high‑school halls into cultural landmarks, passed away on August 6 2009 at 59 aft...

Kishore Kumar Announces Retirement Amid Record-Breaking Career, Leaves Bollywood in 1985

Kishore Kumar, the legendary Indian playback singer and actor, announced his retirement from the film industry in 1985, ...

Obsession Surpasses It: Chapter Two, Climbs to Fifth-Highest-Grossing Horror Film of All Time

In a headline‑making moment for the horror genre, Curry Barker’s 2025 feature Obsession has crossed the $470 million...

A24 Publishes On Location in New York City, a 179-Spot Film-Lovers Guide

When a city becomes a character in a film, its streets transform into pilgrimage sites for fans. A24 has taken that prem...

Channing Tatum: From Dance Floors to Production Powerhouse, Career Highlights and Recent Projects

From the flashing lights of Miami’s streets to the glittering sets of Hollywood, Channing Tatum has turned his dance m...

Puerto Rican Indie Film Esta Isla Wins John Cassavetes Award, Heads to VOD Release

On a quiet night in Hollywood, a quiet triumph echoed for Puerto‑Rican cinema. At the 41st Film Independent Spirit Awa...

Christopher Nolans The Odyssey Releases to Rave Reviews: A Clash Between Classicist Emily Wilson and Blockbuster Spectacle

When the July premiere of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey rolled out, it felt less like a movie launch and more like a...

Rishab Shetty to Receive Leadership in Cinema Award at Melbourne Film Festival

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will honour Kannada actor, writer and filmmaker Rishab Shetty with its Lead...

Glasgow to Transform into Gotham City for The Batman: Part II Filming in August

Gotham’s shadow falls over Glasgow this August as the city prepares to double as the brooding metropolis in The Batman...

Pal Bhar Ke Liye to Debut at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2026

On the horizon of Melbourne’s cinematic calendar, a new Indian story is set to light up the IFFM stage. Saiyami Kher a...

BCP Council Reports 250,000 Economic Boost from Recent Film and TV Productions

Major film and television productions have brought an estimated £250,000 to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, a loca...

Santa Rosa Streets Shut for Independent Film Depicting Immigration Enforcement

On Thursday, a section of downtown Santa Rosa was closed to traffic as crews filmed a scene for the independent feature ...

Vijays Telugu Roots: Remakes, Dubbed Hits, and a Strong Fan Base in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

From his father’s director’s chair in the 1980s to the bright lights of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Vijay’s Telu...

Plotless Cinema: A Curated Look at Films Where Nothing Really Happens

A recent blog post on the RUSSH website, titled "15 movies where nothing really happens (in the best way)", catalogues a...

Ahaan Panday to Star in Ali Abbas Zafars Untitled YRF Action Romance, Set for March 26, 2027 Release

Ahaan Panday, who rose to prominence with his debut film Saiyaara, has been signed to play the lead in an upcoming roman...

Saanvi Talwar Re-raises Allegations Against Karan Kundra Over On-Set Incident in 2015 TV Drama

Saanvi Talwar has once again spoken publicly about an alleged incident that occurred while she was filming the 2015 supe...