Greenwich Entertainment has taken on the job of bringing a new Chinese film to American theaters. The movie, called Light Pillar, is the first feature from director and writer Xu Zao. It premiered at the Berlin Film Festival in a special program that showcases fresh voices from around the world. Aft
Boots Riley stands out in Oakland like a walking landmark, not because he's famous, but because his oversized cowboy hat makes him instantly recognizable. At 55, Riley is a veteran artist who's spent decades making films and music that challenge capitalism, but he's most comfortable just talking to
Some of the best crime films feel real because their heists aren’t just flashy set pieces—they’re carefully planned. These scenes make you root for the criminals even though what they're doing is illegal. Over decades, directors have experimented with different ways to pull off robberies on screen.
Ellen works odd jobs to pay her bills, hoping her next online video might finally make her famous. But fate has other plans. After meeting Nelson, a man whose mood swings are as unpredictable as his next move, her life spins into chaos. What starts as a chance encounter quickly spirals into a night
Los Angeles city council member Nithya Raman walks through a silent film set, telling voters that the city’s once‑busy studios have shrunk since 2018. She says her own family ties to the industry make the issue personal, and she vows to keep Los Angeles as a global filming hub. The production slu
A film set in 1986 follows the Pearl family from Queens. Irwin and his wife Hester live a modest life raising two boys, Ben and Scott. Scott is about to turn 18 and head off to college, a moment the family celebrates. Enter Gary, an ex‑police officer who has settled into retirement. He vis
A new movie called The Mandalorian and Grogu will open in theaters on May 22, 2026. It follows the adventures of Din Djarin and his child after three seasons on Disney+. This is the first new Star Wars film in theaters since 2019. The head of Lucasfilm, Dave Filoni, talked about how the fra
Paris, Hong Kong and Los Angeles‑based All Rights Entertainment has announced the international sales launch of “Christopher Hope and the Secret of Napoleon” at the Cannes Film Market. The film brings together Frankie Muniz, Christopher Lloyd and Thomas Lemoine in a family adventure that marks the f
The Cannes Film Market is buzzing with a new Indonesian action lineup. Two movies lead the group: “Pendekar: Warrior, ” featuring Iko Uwais, and a local version of the Korean hit “The Man From Nowhere” starring Joe Taslim. Production is handled by Asia Media Alliance Group, Nation Pictures, Yeti
A fresh horror film called “Obosen” is getting ready for its first big test at the Cannes Film Festival. The movie, directed by Raya Martin, will be produced by the Philippine studio Rein Entertainment. In “Obosen, ” a police officer looks into strange vanishings in a small town. Her investigation t
