Sean Baker, who won the Best Director award at a recent film awards ceremony, highlighted the struggles of independent filmmakers. He pointed out that the film industry has changed significantly. The days of DVD sales, which allowed for more risky and challenging films to be made, are gone. Now, the
The director of a controversial film about Donald Trump, Ali Abbasi, is in hot water. He's been accused of inappropriate behavior at a Golden Globes after-party. The incident involved an unnamed A-list actor, and sources say Abbasi was intoxicated and made unwanted advances. This led to a split from
The tech world is buzzing with the recent acquisition of Metaphysic by DNEG Group's Brahma AI. This deal highlights a major trend in the industry: convergence. This means that different technologies are coming together, which can be both exciting and challenging. On one hand, it could mean new tools
Amazon has just made a big move in the world of entertainment. They've taken creative control of the James Bond franchise. This means they'll be the ones deciding the direction of future Bond films. This news came out on a Thursday, along with the announcement that Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Bro
In a surprising turn of events, Blake Lively has updated her legal case against Justin Baldoni, the director of It Ends With Us. She claims that two other actresses from the film's set are ready to share their own unpleasant experiences with Baldoni or his business partner, Jamey Heath. These actres
Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater are back in the spotlight at the 75th Berlinale International Film Festival with their latest project, "Blue Moon. " The film is a period comedy set in 1943, on the opening night of the iconic musical "Oklahoma! " by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. The stor
The movie industry is a tough place to make a living, as director Brady Corbet can tell you. He recently shared that he hasn't made any money from his Oscar-nominated film, "The Brutalist. " This isn't just a one-off situation. Many filmmakers are facing financial struggles, even when their movies g
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre burst onto the scene in 1974, catching audiences off guard with its raw and unsettling vibe. The film's low-budget production didn't stop it from making a huge impact on horror movies. The eerie sound design and abstract score were key to its success. These elements matc
Richard Linklater and Ethan Hawke are back at it again with their ninth film together, Blue Moon. This time, they're diving into the world of Lorenz Hart, the legendary songwriter. The film is set in 1943, on the opening night of Oklahoma! , a Broadway musical that marked a significant shift in Hart
In the bustling world of cinema, two giants, Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater, recently sparked a conversation about the role of money in art. They believe that when cash becomes the main goal, creativity takes a backseat. This was a key point at the Berlin Film Festival press conference for their
