Jamie Blanks, Director of ‘Urban Legend’ and ‘Valentine’ Slashers, Dies at 54
The Australian filmmaker was also a composer, with credits including 'Crawlspace,' 'What Are You Afraid Of?,' 'Nature's Grave' and more.
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Pacific Electric Rises in L.A.: Mumford and Sons’ Ben Lovett on Becoming ‘a Bill Graham Figure’ and Opening the Club He Hopes Will Kickstart a Whole New Cultural Hub
Taylor Goldsmith, the frontman of Dawes, was addressing the crowd from the stage at the grand opening of Pacific Electric, a brand new venue near downtown L.A., when he made it clear that he expects it to be the kind of place to attract loyalists. “if you’re the kind of person
‘The Office’ Star Brian Baumgartner Recalls Getting ‘Really Mad’ Over Cut Kevin Malone Joke
“The Office” alum Brian Baumgartner is revisiting a rare behind-the-scenes dispute from his nine-season run as Kevin Malone, revealing he once pushed back against editors who cut what he considered to be an “amazing” joke. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly,
How European Documentary Filmmakers Battled to Give Their Protagonists a Voice: ‘There Has Been a Lot of Repression’
Nolwenn Hervé’s “The Cord,” which received a Special Mention in the main competition category of Copenhagen Intl. Documentary Film Festival, also known as CPH:DOX, is one of six European films that took part in the Europe! Docs online showcase at the festival. Variety spoke to
Billy Magnussen and Simon Helberg Talk ‘Fake Idols’ of Tech World as ‘The Audacity’ Gears up for Second Season: ‘The Stakes Are High’
Created by Jonathan Glatzer, “The Audacity” is returning for a second season, and its stars are ready for it. “The stakes are high,” Billy Magnussen tells Variety. “Jonathan has set up so many twists and turns,” adds “The Big Bang Theory” veteran Simon Helberg. “As actors, we
‘Marc by Sofia’ Review: Sofia Coppola’s Documentary About Her Fashion BFF Marc Jacobs Captures but Never Unzips Its Subject
It presents a lot of tasty clips of Jacobs through the decades, going back to his 1980s days at the Parsons School of Design, but the heart of the movie is its chronicle of the 12 weeks in which he dreamed up and put together his 2024 spring show. We’re eager to behold the
‘Saturday Night Live U.K.’ Cast Guide: Meet the Fresh Faces Leading the Inaugural Season
“Saturday Night Live” is landing across the pond. The British adaptation of NBC’s long-running comedy series is set to premiere on March 21, which means there’s a whole new lineup of stand-ups to familiarize yourself with. Like the original show, “SNL U.K.” will feature
‘Innamorata’ Author on That Shocking Ending, Book 2 Plans and Why She’d Prefer a ‘Castlevania’-Style Adaptation to Live Action
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for Ava Reid‘s “Innamorata,” released March 17 by Penguin Random House. Ava Reid’s latest novel, “Innamorata,” ended with such a twist that the author says she would do a $1,000 bank transfer to any reader who was able to predict it.
Donald Trump Celebrates Death of Former FBI Director Robert Mueller: ‘I’m Glad He’s Dead’
Shortly after the Associated Press reported the death of former FBI director Robert Mueller, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to celebrate his passing. “Robert Mueller just died,” Trump wrote. “Good, I’m glad he’s dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people!
BTS’ ‘Arirang’ Nearly Doubles Harry Styles’ Opening-Day Spotify Numbers to Claim Year’s Top Streaming Bow So Far
BTS’ “Arirang,” the group’s first studio album in six years, appears to be living up to its commercial promise, based on first-day streaming results on Spotify. The album bowed with a reported 110 million streams on the service globally, which is easily the best opening number
Simon Helberg on ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Pilot – ‘The Audience Laughed for a Minute and a Half’ – and Avoiding Turtlenecks Since It Wrapped: ‘But I Still Hide My Neck. It’s Hideous Over There’
Simon Helberg almost missed out on “The Big Bang Theory.” “I went: ‘Thank you, I don’t need to do another pilot. I played enough nerds and now I work with Aaron Sorkin’.’ Smart.” At the time, he had a recurring role in “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.” “I didn’t really care.
Why Ryan Gosling’s Friendship With a Rock in ‘Project Hail Mary’ Is the First Oscar-Worthy Performance of the Year
It’s still early in the year, but already “Project Hail Mary” looks like it could have a strong gravitational pull on Oscar voters. Ryan Gosling is the first name worth circling on any early Oscar ballot this year, thanks to “Project Hail Mary,” the wildly entertaining space
Minecraft World to Open at UK Theme Park in 2027; Microsoft Gaming, Merlin Entertainments Execs Reveal First Details on $70 Million Project
Theme park lovers who yearn for the mines will have their wish granted in 2027 with the debut of Minecraft World. A $70 million project opening within Chessington World Adventures in the UK from Microsoft-owned “Minecraft” maker Mojang Studios and theme park giant Merlin
Director of Nicholas Brendon’s Last Film Remembers ‘Buffy’ Star: ‘This Loss Is a Gut Punch’
The writer and director of the movie that was likely Nicholas Brendon’s final starring film role is speaking out after the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” star’s death on Friday. Joston Ramon Theney said Brendon was “incredibly proud” of the work he did on romance drama “Yesterday
Sarah Michelle Gellar Remembers ‘Buffy’ Co-Star Nicholas Brendon: ‘I Know You Are at Peace’
Sarah Michelle Gellar took to Instagram early Saturday to pay tribute to her long-time “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” co-star Nicholas Brendon, who died on Friday at the age of 54. “‘They’ll never know how tough it is to be the one who isn’t chosen. To live so near to the
‘The Madison’ Season 2: Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell Break Down What Fans Can Expect Next After the Season Finale
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for the Season 1 finale of “The Madison,” now streaming on Paramount+. The too-brief first season of “The Madison” has come to an end, and after six tear-jerking episodes, fans are already looking forward to what a second season
Judy Greer and Kara Swisher Take on AI Fears, Streaming’s Impact and Maturing on Screen: ‘I Have Loved This Section of My Life’
Actor Judy Greer and journalist and TV host Kara Swisher went right for it as soon as they sat down. The pair took on AI fears, maturing on screen and assessing how the dawn of streaming has changed Hollywood’s traditional compensation models during a conversation held at the
Box Office: ‘Project Hail Mary’ Rockets to $33 Million
It’s up, up and away for Amazon MGM’s “Project Hail Mary,” which rocketed to the top of the box office charts on Friday en route to a stellar opening weekend. Phil Lord and Christopher Miller’s “Project Hail Mary” earned $33 million domestically on Friday from 4,007 locations.
‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Sequel Takes on the Privileged Women of Gilead, Says ‘The Testaments’ Team at Series Mania: ‘It’s a New World’
“The Handmaid’s Tale” sequel “The Testaments,” based on a 2019 novel by Margaret Atwood, is expanding the Gilead universe. “It was very exciting to see this other side of Gilead, with all these privileged people. ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ was about those at the very bottom of the
UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy Livestream — Here’s Where to Watch the MMA Event Online for Free
With Kevin Vallejos defeating Josh Emmett by TKO in the first round during UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos last week, the top contenders to possibly dethrone UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski is becoming clearer. The promotion company turns to UFC Fight
Lily Allen Brings ‘West End Girl’ to London With a Bold, Theatrical Show Featuring Plenty of Feminine Rage — and Receipts: Concert Review
On Friday night, Lily Allen finally brought “West End Girl” to the West End. In a full-circle moment for the London-born singer-songwriter, the tour for her latest album — which, in case you were living under a rock, created lots of buzz for its no-holds-barred songwriting
Nicholas Brendon, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Actor, Dead at 54
Co-stars Sarah Michelle Gellar and Alyson Hannigan pay tribute to actor who portrayed fan favorite Xander Harris throughout Buffy 's seven-season run
German Star Christian Ulmen Accused of Revenge Porn By Now Ex-Wife
Actress and TV presenter Collien Fernandes has filed a criminal complaint against the 'Berlin Blues" star for allegedly creating and decimating AI-generated nude photos and videos of her to other men in the German industry.
Elon Musk Misled Twitter Investors Ahead of His $44 Billion Takeover in 2022, Jury Finds
Elon Musk artificially drove down the price of Twitter’s stock in 2022 with tweets claiming the social-media company — which he had already agreed to acquire — had underreported how many fake and spam accounts were on its platform, a federal jury found. The verdict was handed
Nike Drops New Air Jordan 1 High OG ‘Swarovski’ Sneakers: Here’s Where To Buy the Very High-End Pair Online
The Nike Air Jordan 1 has been an instant classic since Michael Jordan wore a pair during the 1984-85 NBA season. They are considered the “crème de la crème” in the sneaker world. But what happens when an icon in the luxury fashion world collaborates with Nike. The end result
Chase Infiniti, Ann Dowd Talk ‘The Testaments’ as the Show About ‘Awakening and Rebellion Amongst Younger Women in Gilead’ Opens Series Mania
The wait is over: The world premiere of “The Testaments” took place at French festival Series Mania. The new show, produced by MGM Television and based on Margaret Atwood’s novel of the same name, is set to premiere on Disney+ in April. It tells the dramatic story of a young
Hong Kong FilMart 2026: Six Takeaways From Asia’s Buzzy Film and Entertainment Content Marketplace
Thirty years in, and FilMart still knows how to fill a room. The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre hummed with a density that attendees said felt more like the market’s pre-pandemic peak than anything seen in recent years – a buzzing, deal-hungry crowd that reflected
Justin Timberlake’s DWI Arrest Footage Released: ‘I’m a Little Nervous… My Heart Is Racing’
Footage of Justin Timberlake’s 2024 DWI arrest has been released after the singer sued Sag Harbor Village earlier this month to prevent it from seeing the light of day. A judge gave the go-ahead for the bodycam footage to be made public earlier today, noting that a settlement
Former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay Says the Franchise is ‘Over’ After Taylor Frankie Paul Season Gets Pulled: ‘How Do You Move Forward Past That?’
Bachelor Nation is speaking out in the wake of ABC pulling “The Bachelorette” from the schedule. On Thursday, ABC announced the decision not to air the season, hours after a video of a 2023 domestic dispute between their lead, Taylor Frankie Paul and her ex-boyfriend, Dakota
Nicholas Brendon, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Star, Dies at 54
Nicholas Brendon, who played Xander Harris on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and Kevin Lynch on “Criminal Minds,” died in his sleep Friday, according to a statement from his family. He was 54. The statement from his family read, “We are heartbroken to share the passing of our
‘Baywatch’ Adds Nadia Gray to Recurring Cast
Fox’s hotly anticipated “Baywatch” reboot has added Nadia Gray as a recurring guest star, Variety has confirmed. Gray will play Lisa, an EMT and partner to the team of lifeguards bounding down Venice Beach. The character is said to have a particular affinity for one person on
SXSW 2026: The 8 Best Things We Watched in Austin, From a Semi-Suicidal Charlie Day to a Talking Fox Played by Olivia Colman
Though this year’s South by Southwest Film & TV Festival was an abbreviated, seven-day affair, filmmakers still brought Austin’s clap-happy crowds an assortment of film and TV titles full of blood, laughter and tears to complement their tacos and barbecue. It was a strong year
Platino Awards Xcaret Reveal 2026 Nominations: ‘Belén,’ ‘Los Domingos’ Lead Films With 11 Noms
The 13th annual ceremony honoring Ibero-American film and TV will take place inside the Gran Tlachco Theater at Xcaret Park in Riviera Maya, Mexico on May 9.
Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Marty Supreme’ Sets Streaming Debut
Gwyneth Paltrow and Odessa A'zion also star in Josh Safide's A24 feature that landed nine Oscar nominations.
Crisis at Row K: New Indie Film Distributor’s Money Problems Put Reputations and Maude Apatow’s Directorial Debut in Jeopardy (EXCLUSIVE)
Less than eight months after it launched, Row K Entertainment, a new Hollywood distribution label, is being beset with unpaid bills and concerns about its finances. Eight sources from outside the company and within told Variety that cash flow has been an increasingly urgent
Bringing Rocky to Life: How ‘Project Hail Mary’ Puppeteer James Ortiz Created the Movie’s Lovable Alien
When Ryan Gosling interacts on screen with his alien buddy, which he does for more than half of “Project Hail Mary,” he wasn’t staring at a green screen as cameras rolled. Instead, he was playing off of an elaborate puppet manned by James Ortiz, a New York theater staple best
Oscar Winning ‘Mr Nobody Against Putin’ Director David Borenstein Lines Up Next Project With PBS, Reunites With Danish Team for ‘Living in Our Heads’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Earlier this week, American director David Borenstein was supposed to pitch his next project at CPH:DOX’s prestigious Forum platform. He had to pull out at the last minute, however, but for a very good reason: just five days before, the director’s life and career changed
