A24's A Different Man First Reactions Call It Sebastian Stan’s Best Performance Ever

The first reactions to this year’s psychological thriller,A Different Man, heap praise on Marvel starSebastian Stan, with many hailing it his best performance ever. Directed by Aaron Schimberg,A Different Man, which follows a struggling actor who undergoes a facial reconstructive surgery and becomes fixated on the actor chosen to play him in a stage production based on his former life, premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival over the weekend. And the reviews and reactions coming out of the event tease a haunting, complex thriller that will stay with you long after....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 511 words · Melissa Kennedy

Academy Board of Governors Meet to Discuss Diversity Issues

With stars such asWill Smith,Jada Pinkett Smithand filmmakerSpike Leealready planning toboycottthis year’sAcademy Awardsceremony over a lack of diversity among the nominations, this issue has become a hot-button topic in Hollywood. Along with those boycotting, other Hollywood stars such asGeorge Clooney,Viola Davis,Reese WitherspoonandWhoopi Goldbergare calling for serious changes within the Academy. A new report fromEntertainment Weeklyreveals that the Academy’s Board of Governors are set to meet on Tuesday, where the diversity issue will be addressed....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Christopher Martinez

Agatha All Along Finale References and Easter Eggs

Agatha All Alonghas finally concluded its nine-episode run. Premiering with two episodes on September 18th,Agatha All Alongbecame the first MCU series to debut a two-episode finale, which aired on August 09, 2025. It was a long trip down the Witches' Road that featured numerous deaths and fascinating new revelations about various characters. Throughout the series' run, both Wiccan and Death were established in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as were more details about Agatha Harkness’s backstory and witchcraft in the MCU....

July 27, 2025 · 10 min · 2045 words · Brittany Lawson

Alan Arkin, Oscar Winner & Little Miss Sunshine Star, Dies Aged 89

Beloved actor, director, and screenwriterAlan Arkinhas sadly passed away at the age of 89. The acting icon, who has been the recipient of an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, two SAG Awards, and a Tony Award during his decade-spanning career reportedly died at his home in Carlsbad, California yesterday. “Our father was a uniquely talented force of nature, both as an artist and a man,” Arkin’s sons Adam, Matthew and Anthony said in a statement made toPEOPLE....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 516 words · David Smith

Alien: Romulus Director Shares the Grim Reason Why the Cast Is So Young

Alien: Romulusis set to terrify audiences next week, and directorFede Álvarezissharing the grim reason why its cast is so young. Set between the events depicted inAlienandAliens, Álvarez’s film is the seventh installment in the long-running franchise, and focuses on a group of young colonists who get way in over their head when they go off to scavenge a derelict space station, and come face to facewith the legendary Xenomorphs. Speaking withVarietyahead ofRomulus’ premiere on August 16, Álvarez revealed that the reason he chose such a young cast for the moviewas because it would resonate more with audiences when they die....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 605 words · Larry Martin

Best Action Rom-Coms, Ranked

Some of the most successful films are those that blend two genres into one, such as horror-comedies or sci-fi action movies.Taste of Cinemarefers to these films as genre-hybrids, meaning the filmmaker will use the best attributes of both genres to make a unique story. Indeed, one of the most popular of these genre-hyrbids is the action rom-com. This unique breed of rom-coms feature storylines rooted in love, comedy, and, of course, a thrilling action feature....

July 27, 2025 · 4 min · 799 words · Brett Morales

Better Call Saul: Get Los Pollos Hermanos Delivered by Postmates in LA, NYC

AMC announced today a partnership with the on-demand service Postmates to deliver meals fromBetter Call Saul’s infamous Los Pollos Hermanos restaurant. On August 20th, 21st and 22nd hungry fans in key areas within New York City and Los Angeles can order a special mini-meal of Gus Fring’s (Giancarlo Esposito) famous fried chicken and curly fries via the Postmates app - delivered for free, while supplies last, beginning at 12pm local each day....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Edward Stout

Black Widow Movie Planned for Marvel Phase 4?

Many fans were disappointed to hear thatCaptain Marvelwould be the first solofemale superheroadventure coming fromMarvel Studios and Disney. Only becauseBlack Widowseemed more deserving of the release date slot. But don’t worry, it’s not a slight onScarlett Johansson’s character. This is all part of the grand scheme laid out by Marvel Studios, and if everything goes according to plan, Black Widow should get her own solo movie in the near future. Though, it most likely won’t be happening in Phase 3....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 495 words · Brandon Miller

Bruce Springsteen Was "On Set All the Time" of His New Movie

Finally, a biopic about The Boss. Not a whole lot has been revealed aboutDeliver Me from Nowhere, based on a certain part ofBruce Springsteen’sdecorated career. So far, we have a title, a general plot, a promotional image ofJeremy Allen Whiteplayingthe music legend, and the cast alongside him. That includes the reliably stellarPaul Walter Hauser, and MovieWeb recently caught up with the award-winning performer while he was promoting his new film out this week,The Luckiest Man in America....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 570 words · Phillip Harris

Castle in the Ground Review: Imogen Poots Stuns in Bleak Opioid Thriller

As the world is ravaged by the novel coronavirus, another public health crisis continues to take a devastating toll.Castle in the Groundis a harrowing descent into the depths of opioid addiction. It vividly portrays the downward spiral and eventual rock bottom of prescription drug abuse. The criminal aspect of the plot becomes too fantastic. Especially when other heady themes are developed, then strangely ignored. The lure of a quick fix to dull the pain is understood....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 536 words · Justin Phillips

China Will Slash Number of Hollywood Movies Released Amid Donald Trump Tariffs

In the wake ofDonald Trump’s ongoing (and ludicrous) global trade war, the China Film Administration (CFA) has now confirmed some devastating news for Hollywood. Following speculation, China will now slash the number of American movies released in the nation following Trump’s decision to increase tariffs on the country to 125%. The CFA released the following statement in response to questions from reporters regarding whether the tariffs increase would impact imports of American movies in China....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 503 words · Thomas Gallagher

Comic-Con: Breaking Down Fantastic Four Footage and the Rest of the MCU

Marvel Studios Hall H Panel on Saturday, July 10, 2025, was this year’s big event atSan Diego Comic-Con. Following Thursday’s specialDeadpool & Wolverinescreening, the studio had an impressive drone show that teased their big plans as Galactus’s head loomed large at the San Diego Convention Center and the Fantastic Four logo lit up over the sky. Fans lined up for days to get into Hall H to glimpse what was in store for the future of theMarvel Cinematic Universe....

July 27, 2025 · 9 min · 1852 words · Justin Cruz

DC League of Super-Pets Teaser Brings the Drama and the Laughs

The latest teaser for the upcoming animated adventureDC League of Super-Petshas Batman concerned about regulated merchandise and Krypto the Superdog crying toTaylor Swift. Released viathe official Twitter account for Warner Bros. Pictures, the footage fromDC League of Super-Petspromises to heroes, villains, drama, and everything else we might need when it lands in theaters later this month. InDC League of Super-Pets, Krypto the Super-Dog andSupermanare inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime in Metropolis side by side....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 548 words · Emily Williams