Netflix is diving headfirst into the world of generative AI, even as the entertainment industry debates its role. The streaming giant recently shared in its quarterly report that it sees AI as a powerful tool to boost creativity, not replace it. CEO Ted Sarandos made it clear that AI won't turn anyo
Scarlett Johansson, now 40, has come a long way since her early days in Hollywood. She recently received the Legend & Groundbreaker Award at the Newport Beach Film Festival for her directorial debut, "Eleanor the Great. " The film, released last month, stars June Squibb and Erin Kellyman and tells t
A recent audio recording has added a new layer to the ongoing dispute between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively. The recording features Claire Ayoub, who worked with Baldoni on the film "Empire Waist, " and Steve Sarowitz, the co-founder of Wayfarer. Ayoub claims she recorded the conversation due to r
The world of Oz is getting a new roar, and it's coming from Colman Domingo. He's been picked to play the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming movie Wicked: For Good. The news dropped on Monday, ending all the guesswork that had been buzzing online. The big reveal came from the film's official Instagram pa
Los Angeles is known for its glamour, but behind the scenes, filming here comes with a hefty price tag. The city's high permit fees and strict regulations are driving producers away. In 2019, an independent filmmaker paid $1, 500 a day for a fire marshal to inspect his shoot location in Griffith Par
Over the past century, science fiction movies have done more than just entertain. They've shown us possible futures, warned us about potential dangers, and even reflected our current fears and hopes. From the 1920s to the 2010s, these films have evolved alongside our world, often pushing the boundar
The Latino Film Institute is doing something amazing. They are giving young people a chance to share their stories. This group, started by actor Edward James Olmos, thinks every student has a unique tale to tell. One of those students is Issac Flores. He was just 16 when he joined the Youth Cinema P
Horror fans showed up in force for "Black Phone 2, " helping it rake in $26. 5 million in its first weekend in North America. This sequel, directed by Scott Derrickson, outperformed expectations and gave Blumhouse Productions a much-needed win after a string of box office misses. The film's strong o
Al Pacino has played many gangsters, but two stand out. Michael Corleone from The Godfather and Tony Montana from Scarface. Both stories show how power and greed can ruin lives. Michael and Tony are very different. Michael is calm and smart. Tony is loud and reckless. But in the end, both lose ever
Horror movies are still the kings of the box office. "Black Phone 2" scared up $10. 7 million on Friday and preview screenings. It's on track to take the top spot this weekend. The movie is playing in 3, 411 theaters across North America. Experts think it could make around $24. 4 million over the th
