Mamoru Hosoda’s Anime Princess Film ‘Scarlet’ Lands December 2025 Release
Sony Pictures is co-producing and co-financing the pic with the acclaimed Japanese writer-director's Studio Chizu and Nippon TV.
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Mamoru Hosoda’s Animated Princess Tale ‘Scarlet’ Lands December Release From Sony
Academy Award-nominated Japanese director Mamoru Hosoda‘s latest film, “Scarlet,” has landed a Dec. 12 domestic release date from Sony Pictures. The film centers on a brave princess who transcends time and space. Hosoda’s previous feature films include “Digimon: The Movie”
Terrence Howard Turned Down Marvin Gaye Biopic Because He Didn’t Want to Kiss a Man: ‘I Would Cut My Lips Off’
Terrence Howard almost starred in a biopic of legendary soul singer Marvin Gaye, but there was one major hold-up for the actor. During a recent appearance on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast, Howard said that the “biggest mistake” of his career was turning down the starring
Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ Is the First Oscar Movie of 2025
This year, the Oscar season prayer has a name, and it is “Sinners.” With “Sinners,” writer-director Ryan Coogler, one of Hollywood’s most quietly seismic forces, steps into a genre long neglected by the Academy, and once again, reshapes the game. A slow-burn psychological
‘Picture of Dorian Gray’: How the Costume Designer Transformed Sarah Snook into 26 Different Characters
Sarah Snook plays all 26 characters in the new Broadway production of “The Picture of Dorian Gray.” It’s not a question of can she pull it off, but how? Costume designer and scenic designer Marg Horwell is responsible for seamlessly transforming Snook, who plays the title
Fox News Hosts, Anchors Pay Virtual Visits Across U.S. in New ‘For All America’ Campaign
Fox News Channel wants viewers to think of its hosts and anchors as the type of people you might see while taking in a football game, eating at the local diner, or even on board a military transport. A new Fox News promo uses digital technology to insert Sean Hannity in a
Katy Perry Has Become an Internet Laughingstock Post-Blue Origin — but Only True Stars Demand This Much Attention
Since her return from a brief sojourn to outer space, Katy Perry has been brought — rather forcefully — down to earth. The singer’s recently commenced Lifetimes Tour, intended to promote her most recent album, “143,” is occurring against the backdrop of near-nonstop mockery
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Writer’s Cousin Says He Wrote ‘Key Scenes’ in New Lawsuit
Shaun Gray says he “maintained meticulous, time-stamped files and emails” tracking his contributions to the film
Sling Lowers Monthly Subscription Price by $10 As Part of New Promotion
Live TV streaming service Sling is introducing a limited-time discount as part of a new promotion for spring. Right now, both of the service’s base plans, Sling Blue and Sling Orange, are available from just $35.99 a month, a 22% discount off the regular $45+ monthly
John Cleese on ‘Holy Grail’ at 50 and Comedy Being Dictated by People Declaring “You Can’t Say That”
The star and co-writer of 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' reflects on the chaotic process that brought the classic film to life and the evolution of comedy projects today: "American culture has gotten more trivial."
‘Fire Country’ Spinoff ‘Sheriff Country’ Casts ‘CSI: Vegas’ Star Matt Lauria
Matt Lauria has joined the cast of “Sheriff Country,” CBS’ upcoming spinoff of “Fire Country.” He will star opposite Morena Baccarin, who was previously announced to be leading the series when CBS greenlit it last May. Per the official logline, “Sheriff Country” will follow
‘A Minecraft Movie’ Sets Immersive Sing-Along and Meme-Along Block Party Screenings
If you loved “chicken jockey” or enjoyed yelling “I am Steve” while watching “A Minecraft Movie,” then get ready because Warner Bros. Pictures is inviting fans to experience the blockbuster in a new way. On May 2, showings of the movie will be showing across North America, and
‘Miami Vice’ Remake in the Works With ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Director Joseph Kosinski
“Top Gun: Maverick” filmmaker Joseph Kosinski is set to direct a “Miami Vice” remake for Universal Pictures. Dan Gilroy (“Nightcrawler,” “The Bourne Legacy”) is adapting the screenplay. Though plot details haven’t been revealed, the movie is based the 1980s TV series, starring
‘Miami Vice’ Movie in the Works With Joseph Kosinski Directing
Dan Gilroy will pen the script, with Dylan Clark producing the Universal feature.
Filmmaker Harmony Korine’s EDGLRD Teams With High-End Gaming Accessory Company Higround for Limited Edition Keyboard (EXCLUSIVE)
“Baby Invasion” filmmaker Harmony Korine’s creative collective brand EDGLRD is getting in on the lucrative trend of high-end gaming accessories with the launch of a limited edition keyboard in partnership with premium gaming hardware company Higround. Teased last month in a
Greg Berlanti Sets Skybound Comic Adaptation ‘Stillwater’ at Amazon, ‘Foster Dade’ at Hulu
Greg Berlanti has set up multiple projects across multiple streamers on which he will serve as co-writer, Variety has confirmed. Although Berlanti remains one of the most prolific producers in Hollywood via his Warner Bros. TV-based Berlanti Productions, the most recent show on
Last-Minute Gifts Delivered in Time for Mother’s Day: From Wine Subscriptions to Spa Appointments
If you have a tendency to leave shopping to the very last second, you’re certainly not alone. While there’s still ample time to procure the perfect gift, if you do procrastinate this year, you’ve still got plenty of options that you can order and send instantly online — but
Music Industry Moves: Nashville Vet Leslie Fram Launches FEMco Consulting; Joshua Simons, Dave Lory and Dick Wingate Announce Worldwide Entertainment Group
Veteran Nashville music executive Leslie Fram has officially announced her new business venture, FEMco (Fram Entertainment & Music), a consulting collective offering artist development, talent booking and production, and B2B connections to Nashville’s entertainment community.
Warners Announces Rowdy Screenings of ‘Minecraft Movie’ With “Block Party Edition”
The studio has announced special showings that encourage talking and singing along with the film, which is already known for inspiring in-theater hijinks.
Michael B. Jordan Reacts to Tom Cruise Going to See ‘Sinners’
The 'Mission: Impossible' star is encouraging fans to go see Ryan Coogler's genre-defying thriller as tickets to 'MI8' go on sale.
Dev Patel to Direct, Star in Period Revenge Action Thriller ‘The Peasant’ for Fifth Season (Exclusive)
Patel is also writing the feature that Thunder Road, the banner behind the bullet-blazing John Wick movies, is producing.
Labubus Are Reselling Online for Up to $700 — Here’s How to Get Your Hands on the Viral Plush Toy
From Birkin-toting adults to toy-collecting children, a certain plush toy called a Labubu is the name on everyone’s lips. The palm-sized collectible figurine was first released in 2015 alongside other Nordic-inspired creatures in a “Monsters” series created by
SZA Tops Albums and Songs Charts as ‘SOS’ Leaps Back to No. 1
SZA leads with double the power on both the albums and songs charts as her “SOS” LP returns to the top of the album chart for a 13th nonconsecutive week. Her’s and Kendrick Lamar’s “Luther” also tops the Billboard Hot 100 chart for a milestone 10th total and consecutive week.
Chappell Roan Signs With Foundations Music for Management
Chappell Roan has signed to Foundations Music for management after cutting ties with her previous manager last November. News of the signing came from Foundations Music partner Drew Simmons, who has served as Noah Kahan’s manager for over a decade. “Thrilled to be working with
‘Bridgerton’s’ Nicola Coughlan Teases New Project, Talks Trans and Palestine Support: ‘To Me, The Killing of Innocent People is Never Right’
This Monday, “Bridgerton” star Nicola Coughlan was awarded the Commitment Prize by French media company Konbini at Canneseries, where she also gave a career talk. During the hour-long masterclass, the Irish actor spoke in depth about not only her work on shows like “Derry
Jamie Dornan, Conor MacNeill Launch Ireland-Based Production Company Blackthorn Films (EXCLUSIVE)
It’s a proud day for Ireland as two of its native sons, Hollywood actors Jamie Dornan and Conor MacNeill, launch the feature and television production entity Blackthorn Films. The new venture will be based in the northern region of the country, where Dornan and MacNeill were
Shaji N. Karun, Indian Filmmaker of Cannes Selections ‘Piravi,’ ‘Swaham’ and ‘Vanaprastham,’ Dies at 73
Shaji N. Karun, the visionary Indian director and cinematographer who redefined Malayalam-language cinema with his meditative visual language and emotionally resonant storytelling, died April 28 at his home in Thiruvananthapuram after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 73.
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Writer’s Cousin Sues, Claiming He Wrote Key Scenes
The cousin of “Top Gun: Maverick” screenwriter Eric Singer sued Paramount Pictures on Sunday, claiming he wrote key action scenes in the film without credit or compensation. Shaun Gray, who has worked primarily as a visual effects artist, alleges that he worked on the script
Kino Lorber Takes French Refugee Drama ‘Souleymane’s Story’ for North America
Non-professional actor Abou Sangare stars in Boris Lojkine’s drama as a refugee in Paris awaiting the asylum interview that will determine his fate.
ESPN, ‘SportsCenter’ and Understanding the Power of Sports Fandom
To understand how diffuse the world of sports media has become, look no further than ESPN’s “SportsCenter.” ESPN’s flagship newscast airs multiple iterations throughout the day on linear platforms. It has dedicated social content across major platforms including Snapchat. It
Brad Pitt to Star in New A24 Film from ‘Conclave’ Director Edward Berger
‘The Riders’ is an adaptation of Tim Winton’s novel of the same name.
‘Diarra From Detroit’ Renewed for Season 2 at BET+
BET+’s critically acclaimed series “Diarra From Detroit,” produced by BET Studios, is returning for a Season 2. The dramatic comedy will return with creator, executive producer, writer and star Diarra Kilpatrick, as well. as series regulars Bryan Terrell Clark, DomiNque Perry
Veeps to Premiere Music-Led Indie Dramedy ‘Nora’ as the Streaming Platform Expands to Include Films (EXCLUSIVE)
Veeps, the live-streaming platform co-founded by Joel and Benji Madden and owned by Live Nation, has expanded its business to include narrative films, with the indie motherhood dramedy “Nora” among the first available titles. Following a theatrical release by Suncatcher
Sundance Institute Reveals 2025 Fellows for Directors, Screenwriters and Native Labs
The Sundance Institute has revealed the fellows for the 2025 directors, screenwriters and Native labs. The Native lab begins in-person April 28 through May 3 in Santa Fe, N.M. while the directors lab returns for its 45th anniversary June 1 through 16 in Estes Park, Colo. The
Brad Pitt to Star in A24’s ‘The Riders’ Adaptation From ‘Conclave’ Director Edward Berger
Brad Pitt is set to star in the upcoming adaptation of “The Riders” with “Conclave” filmmaker Edward Berger on board to direct. A24 will finance and distribute the film. Production is expected to begin in early 2026 and shoot in multiple locations across Europe. That’s the
Squarespace Aims to Revolutionize Website Building With Blueprint AI
Forget templates — trust the tools that think bigger. Squarespace is giving website design a major AI glow-up with the launch of Blueprint AI, a new suite of tools aimed at streamlining the creative process for entrepreneurs, artists and business owners alike. At the center of
‘Love Hurts,’ ‘Violent Night’ Producer Guy Danella Named President of Film at XYZ
The former 87North and Studio 8 will head up the theatrical slate at the genre specialist, kicking off with Jason Segel/ Samara Weaving-starrer 'The Trip.'
Nicole Kidman to Receive Kering’s Milestone 10th Woman in Motion Award at Cannes Film Festival
Nicole Kidman, the trailblazing actor and producer who last starred in Halina Reijn’s thought-provoking “Babygirl,” will be celebrated at the Cannes Film Festival where she will receive the Woman in Motion Award from Kering chairman and CEO François-Henri Pinault, Cannes
‘Smash’ Writers on Going Meta for Their Broadway Musical, Honoring Marilyn Monroe’s ‘Difficult’ Legacy and Their ‘The Princess Bride’ Adaptation
In the first two weeks that “Smash” has played to crowded theaters on Broadway, the behind-the-scenes process around the show about the making of “Bombshell: The Marilyn Monroe Story” — adapted from the NBC cult-favorite series that ran from 2012-2013 — has already proven to be
Vatican Sets Date for Papal Conclave Amid Drama Over Whether Convicted Cardinal Can Attend
The conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor will start on May 7, the Vatican said on Monday following a closed-door meeting of cardinals at the Vatican, the first since Francis’ funeral on Saturday. The secretive conclave, in which roughly 130 cardinals from around the world
Cannes Assembles Powerhouse Jury for 78th Edition, Including Jeremy Strong, Halle Berry and Payal Kapadia
The Cannes Film Festival has put together a powerful jury for its 78th edition, including Halle Berry, Jeremy Strong (“The Apprentice”) and Payal Kapadia, the Indian filmmaker of “All We Imagine as Light.” Mixing actors, filmmakers and authors, the jury will also comprise of
Halle Berry, Jeremy Strong Join Juliette Binoche on Cannes Jury
Hong Sangsoo, Alba Rohrwacher, Payal Kapadia, and Carlos Reygadas are also among the jurors who will pick the Palme d'Or at the 78th Cannes festival.
Melissa Joan Hart to Host Variety’s Inaugural ‘Power of Women Nashville’; Noah Kahan, Maren Morris, Hillary Scott and Breland Join as Presenters
Melissa Joan Hart will host Variety‘s first-ever Power of Women: Nashville event, taking place on Thursday, May 1, with Noah Kahan, Maren Morris, Hillary Scott and Breland joining as presenters. The event and accompanying issue (cover date: April 29), in partnership with
Kino Lorber Buys French Arthouse Hit ‘Souleymane’s Story,’ Winner of Cannes’ Un Certain Regard, for North America (EXCLUSIVE)
“Souleymane’s Story,” Boris Lojkine’s timely drama which took two prizes at Cannes’ Un Certain Regard and four Cesar Awards earlier this year, has been acquired by Kino Lorber for U.S. and English-speaking Canada distribution rights. Bolstered by the debut performance of
Pamela Anderson, Dakota Fanning and Lindsay Duncan to Lead Sally Potter’s Next Feature ‘Alma,’ Bankside Launching Sales in Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)
Pamela Anderson, having underlined her indie film credentials last year thanks to her Golden Globe and SAG nominated turn in “The Last Showgirl,” has landed herself another lead role. The star is set to join renowned British writer/director Sally Potter’s latest feature “Alma,”
Pay Attention You Must: George Lucas Explains Why Yoda Talks Like That
Lucas said altering the speech patterns of the "philosopher" of the Star Wars films was a way to "get people to actually listen, especially 12-year-olds"
RaeLynn Returns to Valory Music / Big Machine
Singer-songwriter RaeLynn has signed with the Valory Music Co., marking a return to the company where “The Voice” veteran launched her career as a hitmaker. Her first release under the new deal, “Heaven Is a Honky Tonk,” is due out Friday, May 9 on Valory in partnership with
Gabriel Luna on Why Tommy Supports Ellie’s Revenge Plan in ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2, Episode 3: ‘He Wants to Enact Justice Himself’
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “The Last of Us,” Season 2, Episode 3, now streaming on Max. If the second episode of “The Last of Us” Season 2 dealt a tragic blow to both viewers and Jackson’s survivors, Episode 3 is when everyone gets to take a collective
After Exiting Spotify, Liz Gateley Launches Damsel Media With Aim of Creating Content to ‘Inspire’ Female Gen Z Audiences
Liz Gateley, who left Spotify at the end of 2024 after a six-year run, has nailed up her own media shingle. Gateley, a TV veteran behind such shows as MTV’s “Laguna Beach,” “The Hills” and “Teen Mom,” joined Spotify in 2019 and has served as the audio giant’s head of
Jet Li, Chow Yun-fat Films Lead Shout! Studios’ Hong Kong Cinema Classics Label
In a major boon for action film enthusiasts and physical media collectors, Shout! Studios is launching a new entertainment label dedicated to restored Hong Kong cinema classics. The Hong Kong Cinema Classics line will spotlight a treasure trove of Hong Kong cinematic
