January 2025 is kicking off with a bang on Netflix, where you can find some of Warner Bros. ' thrilling action movies. Mad Max: Fury Road, directed by George Miller, stands out. Tom Hardy plays Max Rockatansky, a loner in a post-apocalyptic world, who teams up with Imperator Furiosa, played by Charl
The indie film world is in grief after the tragic loss of acclaimed director Jeff Baena. He was found dead at his Los Angeles home on January 3, at the age of 47. The cause of death was confirmed as suicide by the L. A. County Coroner's Office. Jeff Baena was known for his unique storytelling, blen
In a big move, Voltage Pictures, known for hits like "The Hurt Locker, " has bought a majority stake in The Exchange, an international sales and finance company. Brian O'Shea will keep his role as CEO of The Exchange, focusing on new projects, while Sarah Dunn from Voltage will handle daily operatio
On January 4, the sudden passing of director Jeff Baena shook the indie comedy scene. Those who worked closely with him couldn’t help but share their memories and gratitude. Adam Pally, known for his roles in Baena’s films like "Life After Beth, " shared his personal experiences. He described Baena
Winning her first Golden Globe for "Emilia Perez, " Zoe Saldaña is grateful for the filmmakers who believed in her throughout her 25-year career. During the press room chat after the ceremony, she revealed that she got a message from "Avatar" director James Cameron, who's currently in New Zealand ed
At the 2025 Golden Globes, "The Brutalist" director Brady Corbet received two awards, including Best Drama Movie. Corbet used his acceptance speeches to advocate for filmmaker autonomy. He emphasized that the final cut of a film should belong to the director, noting that his own movie faced skeptici
On Sunday night, the 82nd Golden Globe Awards had some unexpected winners. The Netflix musical "Emilia Pérez" and the long film "The Brutalist" both took home best picture prizes. "Emilia Pérez" is a Spanish-language, French-directed musical about a trans gangster. "The Brutalist" is a three-and-a-h
The sudden loss of indie filmmaker Jeff Baena has left a significant void in the hearts of many. Known for his dark comedies like The Little Hours and Life After Beth, Baena was just 47 when he passed away this weekend due to suicide. His wife and frequent collaborator, Aubrey Plaza, along with othe
Jeff Baena, a well-known director and husband to actress Aubrey Plaza, has passed away at the age of 47. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Baena took his own life at his home on January 3. Baena was a graduate of New York University’s film school. After his studies, he moved to
Did you know that some plastics can soak up heavy metals like a sponge? Biodegradable polylactic acid (PLA) mulch is designed to replace conventional polyethylene (PE) mulch in farming. The goal? To cut down on plastic waste and microplastics in soil. But it turns out, these tiny plastic bits can al
