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Rock Sucks: Backstage at ‘The Vampire Lestat’ and Its Music-Infused New Season
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Rock Sucks: Backstage at ‘The Vampire Lestat’ and Its Music-Infused New Season

The premiere of AMC's adaptation of Anne Rice's 'Vampire Chronicles,' titled 'The Vampire Lestat,' took place at New York's Beacon Theatre. The event featured a performance by star Sam Reid, who portrayed Lestat and…

6/3/2026 · 22 min read · 41 views
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Every Creator Should Hope Their Stars Love Them Like Ben Kingsley Loves Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest
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Every Creator Should Hope Their Stars Love Them Like Ben Kingsley Loves Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest

The IndieWire Honors Spring 2026 ceremony will recognize outstanding creators and stars in television. Ben Kingsley…

6/3/2026 · 5 min read · 43 views
Neon’s Tom Quinn Worries About ‘Lack of Competition’ in a Merged Hollywood
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Neon’s Tom Quinn Worries About ‘Lack of Competition’ in a Merged Hollywood

Tom Quinn, CEO of Neon, expressed concerns about the lack of competition in Hollywood due to corporate mergers. He…

5/30/2026 · 4 min read · 49 views
‘Friday Night Lights’ 20th Reunion: Why Kyle Chandler Turned Down a Movie Sequel, and Why There’s No ‘Rush’ for a Reboot
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‘Friday Night Lights’ 20th Reunion: Why Kyle Chandler Turned Down a Movie Sequel, and Why There’s No ‘Rush’ for a Reboot

Kyle Chandler discussed the legacy of 'Friday Night Lights' during its 20th reunion at the ATX Television Festival. He…

5/30/2026 · 5 min read · 43 views
A Darren Aronofsky-Produced Short Used Google Veo to Bring Dustin Yellin’s Sculptures to Life
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A Darren Aronofsky-Produced Short Used Google Veo to Bring Dustin Yellin’s Sculptures to Life

Dustin Yellin's new short film, 'Goodnight Lamby,' premiered at Cannes Classics, showcasing a blend of live action and…

5/30/2026 · 5 min read · 42 views
CBS Can Take ‘The Late Show’ Off Streaming, but I’ll Never Forget Working for Stephen Colbert
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CBS Can Take ‘The Late Show’ Off Streaming, but I’ll Never Forget Working for Stephen Colbert

The article reflects on the author's experience as an intern on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.' It highlights a…

5/30/2026 · 9 min read · 51 views
What’s Getting Nominated (and What Should Be Nominated) for Animated Series at the 2026 Emmy Awards
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What’s Getting Nominated (and What Should Be Nominated) for Animated Series at the 2026 Emmy Awards

The Emmy Awards are approaching, with eligibility for nominations closing on May 31. The Best Animated Series category…

5/29/2026 · 8 min read · 43 views
‘Terrifier’ Director Damien Leone Heads to a Studio for Next Film ‘Tortures of the Damned,’ with Sam Raimi Producing
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‘Terrifier’ Director Damien Leone Heads to a Studio for Next Film ‘Tortures of the Damned,’ with Sam Raimi Producing

Damien Leone, known for the 'Terrifier' franchise, is set to direct a new film titled 'Tortures of the Damned' at…

5/29/2026 · 2 min read · 37 views
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Scorches ATX with Fiery First Footage of the ‘Bloodiest Naval Battle Ever’
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Scorches ATX with Fiery First Footage of the ‘Bloodiest Naval Battle Ever’

The upcoming Season 3 of 'House of the Dragon' will feature the highly anticipated Battle of the Gullet, described as…

5/29/2026 · 5 min read · 34 views
‘Hacks’ Co-Creator Explains Why the Finale’s Surprise Storyline Was Its Logical Conclusion
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‘Hacks’ Co-Creator Explains Why the Finale’s Surprise Storyline Was Its Logical Conclusion

The finale of 'Hacks' features a surprising storyline where Deborah faces advanced cancer and wishes to travel with…

5/29/2026 · 4 min read · 41 views
‘Strung’ Director Malcolm D. Lee Talks Changes Since the Last Time He Opened ABFF with ‘Girls Trip’
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‘Strung’ Director Malcolm D. Lee Talks Changes Since the Last Time He Opened ABFF with ‘Girls Trip’

Malcolm D. Lee discusses his return to the American Black Film Festival with his new film 'Strung.' The film, a…

5/27/2026 · 6 min read · 36 views
What Film Production Advantages Can You Only Find in California?
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What Film Production Advantages Can You Only Find in California?

A panel at the California Day event in Cannes discussed the unique advantages of filming in California. Municipal…

5/27/2026 · 3 min read · 37 views
The Best Films of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, According to IndieWire’s Critics’ Survey
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The Best Films of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, According to IndieWire’s Critics’ Survey

The 2026 Cannes Film Festival showcased a variety of films from renowned directors, sparking discussions among…

5/27/2026 · 2 min read · 36 views
‘Bawling, Sobbing, Heaving, Weeping’: Inside the ‘Hacks’ Series Finale Celebration
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‘Bawling, Sobbing, Heaving, Weeping’: Inside the ‘Hacks’ Series Finale Celebration

The series finale of HBO Max's 'Hacks' was celebrated with an emotional screening event in Los Angeles. Lead actors…

5/27/2026 · 6 min read · 43 views
Indie Film Needs a Better Operating System
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Indie Film Needs a Better Operating System

The article discusses the challenges faced by indie filmmakers and proposes the need for a better operating system to…

5/27/2026 · 8 min read · 45 views
Watch Industry Leaders Break Down California’s Film Tax Incentives at The American Pavilion
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Watch Industry Leaders Break Down California’s Film Tax Incentives at The American Pavilion

The American Pavilion hosted a California Day event at the Cannes Film Festival, focusing on film production in…

5/27/2026 · 3 min read · 40 views
How ‘Euphoria’ Brought Back Its Origin Story Prologues for Episodes 6 and 7
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How ‘Euphoria’ Brought Back Its Origin Story Prologues for Episodes 6 and 7

The HBO series 'Euphoria' has reintroduced its signature prologues in the sixth and seventh episodes of Season 3.…

5/27/2026 · 6 min read · 37 views
‘Enola Holmes 3’ Teaser: Millie Bobby Brown’s Spunky Kid Sister Detective Gets a New Case
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‘Enola Holmes 3’ Teaser: Millie Bobby Brown’s Spunky Kid Sister Detective Gets a New Case

The teaser for 'Enola Holmes 3' has been released, showcasing Millie Bobby Brown's character tackling a new mystery.…

5/27/2026 · 2 min read · 48 views
‘The Breadwinner’ Review: Nate Bargatze Leads the Funniest Feature-Length Ad You’ve Seen in a While
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‘The Breadwinner’ Review: Nate Bargatze Leads the Funniest Feature-Length Ad You’ve Seen in a While

The film 'The Breadwinner' features Nate Bargatze in a family comedy that blends humor with product placement.…

5/27/2026 · 7 min read · 32 views
How ‘Marshals’ Creator Spencer Hudnut Made the New ‘Yellowstone’ Entry His Own
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How ‘Marshals’ Creator Spencer Hudnut Made the New ‘Yellowstone’ Entry His Own

Spencer Hudnut faced the challenge of creating a new 'Yellowstone' spinoff, 'Marshals,' for CBS with limited…

5/27/2026 · 6 min read · 37 views
‘Primetime’ Teaser: A24 Debuts Robert Pattinson’s Uncanny Take on Dateline NBC Host Chris Hansen
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‘Primetime’ Teaser: A24 Debuts Robert Pattinson’s Uncanny Take on Dateline NBC Host Chris Hansen

A24 has released a teaser for the upcoming film 'Primetime,' featuring Robert Pattinson as a version of Chris Hansen…

5/27/2026 · 3 min read · 47 views
‘Backrooms’ Review: Kane Parsons’ Freaky Liminal Horror Is Both Mind-Bending and Brain-Freezing
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‘Backrooms’ Review: Kane Parsons’ Freaky Liminal Horror Is Both Mind-Bending and Brain-Freezing

Kane Parsons' film 'Backrooms' is a mind-bending horror adaptation of his popular YouTube series. The story follows…

5/27/2026 · 6 min read · 44 views
Rome’s Cinema in Piazza Is Back, It’s Free, and the Guest List Is Absurd
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Rome’s Cinema in Piazza Is Back, It’s Free, and the Guest List Is Absurd

Rome's outdoor film series, Il Cinema in Piazza, is back for its 12th edition, running from May 28 to July 12. The…

5/27/2026 · 3 min read · 35 views
‘Obsession’ Did Something at the Box Office That Hasn’t Been Done Since… ‘Sound of Freedom’
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‘Obsession’ Did Something at the Box Office That Hasn’t Been Done Since… ‘Sound of Freedom’

Curry Barker's film 'Obsession' has achieved a remarkable box office feat by increasing its earnings in the second…

5/26/2026 · 4 min read · 60 views
‘One Battle After Another’ to Screen in 35mm for the First Time at Quentin Tarantino’s New Beverly Cinema
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‘One Battle After Another’ to Screen in 35mm for the First Time at Quentin Tarantino’s New Beverly Cinema

Quentin Tarantino's New Beverly Cinema will screen Paul Thomas Anderson's film "One Battle After Another" in 35mm for…

5/26/2026 · 2 min read · 38 views
What a Spider Can Teach Cinematographers About Film Noir
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What a Spider Can Teach Cinematographers About Film Noir

The article discusses the cinematography of the series 'Spider-Noir,' featuring Nicholas Cage. Darran Tiernan, the…

5/26/2026 · 4 min read · 41 views
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Unveils the Secret to ‘Wonder Man’: ‘It Never Starts with the Powers’
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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Unveils the Secret to ‘Wonder Man’: ‘It Never Starts with the Powers’

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II discusses his role as Simon Williams in the Disney+ series 'Wonder Man.' He emphasizes that the…

5/26/2026 · 7 min read · 34 views
What No One Tells You About Short Films:  Practical Advice on Festivals, Visibility, Streaming, and Sales
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What No One Tells You About Short Films: Practical Advice on Festivals, Visibility, Streaming, and Sales

A panel of experts discussed the challenges and strategies for short filmmakers at the Cannes Film Festival. They…

5/26/2026 · 3 min read · 42 views
Families, Not Fanboys, Drove ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Box Office — and Disney Is Fine with That
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Families, Not Fanboys, Drove ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Box Office — and Disney Is Fine with That

The film 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' had a successful opening weekend, grossing an estimated $81 million. Disney is…

5/26/2026 · 3 min read · 49 views
Paul Rudd Talks ‘Power Ballad,’ Staying Curious, and Realizing He Killed Michael Myers
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Paul Rudd Talks ‘Power Ballad,’ Staying Curious, and Realizing He Killed Michael Myers

Paul Rudd stars in the new film 'Power Ballad' as Rick Power, a former rocker living in Ireland. The film explores…

5/26/2026 · 10 min read · 34 views
Creating an Outrageous Character Like ‘Ted’ Required Discipline and Restraint
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Creating an Outrageous Character Like ‘Ted’ Required Discipline and Restraint

The Peacock comedy series 'Ted' features a two-foot stuffed bear that comes to life, voiced by Seth MacFarlane. The…

5/26/2026 · 3 min read · 46 views
Toronto Is Getting Serious About Christopher Nolan Summer
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Toronto Is Getting Serious About Christopher Nolan Summer

Toronto is set to host a major retrospective of Christopher Nolan's films at the TIFF Lightbox theater starting July…

5/26/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons Had to Choose Between College Apps and an A24 Deal
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‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons Had to Choose Between College Apps and an A24 Deal

Kane Parsons, a young filmmaker, has released his film 'Backrooms' with A24, adapting his viral YouTube series. At…

5/26/2026 · 7 min read · 42 views
The 18 Best Movies We Saw at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival
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The 18 Best Movies We Saw at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

The 2026 Cannes Film Festival showcased a variety of films, with IndieWire highlighting its favorites beyond the award…

5/25/2026 · 22 min read · 64 views
Clint Eastwood Gave Luke Grimes His Big Break — with ‘Marshals,’ the Actor Pays Tribute to Eastwood’s ‘Unforgiven’
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Clint Eastwood Gave Luke Grimes His Big Break — with ‘Marshals,’ the Actor Pays Tribute to Eastwood’s ‘Unforgiven’

Luke Grimes pays tribute to Clint Eastwood's iconic film 'Unforgiven' in the marketing for his new series 'Marshals.'…

5/25/2026 · 5 min read · 37 views
The Cannes Awards Reveal Likely 2027 Oscar Contenders
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The Cannes Awards Reveal Likely 2027 Oscar Contenders

The Cannes Awards showcased a variety of films, with a notable absence of Hollywood productions. Non-English-language…

5/23/2026 · 4 min read · 43 views
Cannes Film Festival Jury Reveals Competition Award Winners — Updating Live
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Cannes Film Festival Jury Reveals Competition Award Winners — Updating Live

The 2026 Cannes Film Festival concluded with its annual awards ceremony, where the competition jury announced the…

5/23/2026 · 2 min read · 30 views
Why ‘Navalny’ Oscar Winner Daniel Roher Moved to Fiction for the Crowdpleasing ‘Tuner’
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Why ‘Navalny’ Oscar Winner Daniel Roher Moved to Fiction for the Crowdpleasing ‘Tuner’

Daniel Roher, known for his Oscar-winning documentary 'Navalny', has made his feature film debut with 'Tuner', a…

5/23/2026 · 9 min read · 41 views
Sex, Politics, and ‘Star Wars’: How Disney’s $4 Billion Fandom Turned Socially Radioactive — Opinion
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Sex, Politics, and ‘Star Wars’: How Disney’s $4 Billion Fandom Turned Socially Radioactive — Opinion

The article discusses the cultural and social implications of the 'Star Wars' franchise under Disney's ownership. It…

5/23/2026 · 11 min read · 35 views
How to Make a Soundtrack Album for a TV Show
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How to Make a Soundtrack Album for a TV Show

Music supervisors collaborated with Erin Foster to create a soundtrack for the second season of the comedy 'Nobody…

5/23/2026 · 5 min read · 36 views
At Cannes, Filmmakers Explain How They Find Mainstream Funding for Culturally Specific Stories
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At Cannes, Filmmakers Explain How They Find Mainstream Funding for Culturally Specific Stories

At the Cannes Film Festival, filmmakers discussed how to secure funding for culturally specific stories. The panel…

5/23/2026 · 4 min read · 33 views
‘The Birthday Party’ Review: A Dazzlingly Melancholy Monica Bellucci Powers Léa Mysius’ Predictable but Superbly Directed Home Invasion Thriller
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‘The Birthday Party’ Review: A Dazzlingly Melancholy Monica Bellucci Powers Léa Mysius’ Predictable but Superbly Directed Home Invasion Thriller

Monica Bellucci delivers a standout performance in Léa Mysius' thriller 'The Birthday Party,' which explores themes of…

5/22/2026 · 5 min read · 43 views
‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’: Why William Greaves Didn’t Finish What He Considered His Most Important Film
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‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’: Why William Greaves Didn’t Finish What He Considered His Most Important Film

William Greaves' film 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem' aimed to capture the essence of the Harlem Renaissance through a…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 38 views
Why Director Boots Riley Embraced ‘Jankiness’ and an Indie Spirit to Make ‘I Love Boosters’
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Why Director Boots Riley Embraced ‘Jankiness’ and an Indie Spirit to Make ‘I Love Boosters’

Director Boots Riley's new film 'I Love Boosters' showcases a unique blend of creativity and social commentary. The…

5/22/2026 · 5 min read · 47 views
Audiences Expecting an AI Dystopia in ‘Sheep in the Box’ Get Something Much Stranger from Hirokazu Koreeda
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Audiences Expecting an AI Dystopia in ‘Sheep in the Box’ Get Something Much Stranger from Hirokazu Koreeda

Hirokazu Koreeda's film 'Sheep in the Box' has received a mixed response at Cannes, where Japan is the Country of…

5/22/2026 · 6 min read · 42 views
How Do We Adapt to the Age of AI While ‘Protecting the Soul’ of Cinema?
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How Do We Adapt to the Age of AI While ‘Protecting the Soul’ of Cinema?

The independent film industry is facing economic challenges as costs rise and returns decline. A panel at Cannes…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 38 views
The American Pavilion Presented by IndieWire Announces Winners of the 2026 Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at Cannes
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The American Pavilion Presented by IndieWire Announces Winners of the 2026 Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at Cannes

The American Pavilion presented by IndieWire has revealed the winners of the 2026 Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 51 views
How World-Class Filmmaker Andrey Zvyagintsev Came Back to Life for ‘Minotaur’
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How World-Class Filmmaker Andrey Zvyagintsev Came Back to Life for ‘Minotaur’

Andrey Zvyagintsev, the acclaimed Russian filmmaker, returned to Cannes with his new film 'Minotaur' after recovering…

5/22/2026 · 6 min read · 46 views
Critic’s Notebook: The Best Films at Cannes 2026 Challenged Us to Redraw Our Relationship to Reality
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Critic’s Notebook: The Best Films at Cannes 2026 Challenged Us to Redraw Our Relationship to Reality

The Cannes Film Festival 2026 showcased films that challenged perceptions of reality. Notable entries included Jordan…

5/22/2026 · 8 min read · 37 views
‘Mating Season’ Review: Nick Kroll’s Animated Netflix Comedy Is Too Much and Too Little Like ‘Big Mouth’
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‘Mating Season’ Review: Nick Kroll’s Animated Netflix Comedy Is Too Much and Too Little Like ‘Big Mouth’

The review of 'Mating Season' highlights its similarities to 'Big Mouth' while noting its lack of a deeper purpose.…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views

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