The Oscars are moving away from Hollywood — or at least from the mall on Hollywood Boulevard. Starting in 2029, the Academy Awards will relocate from the Dolby Theatre, their venue for almost 25 years, to L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles, as announced by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and AEG on Thursday. The event will take place in the theater currently called the Peacock Theater, which is anticipated to be renamed before the Oscars take place as part of a

A romantic comedy set in Paris in 1928. One of the most discussed films at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, uniting director Pierre Salvadori with France’s leading stars. On May 12, 2026, the latest work by French cinema maestro Pierre Salvadori, “La Venus Électrique”, has been officially and strikingly chosen as the opening film of the “79th Cannes Film Festival”, capturing significant global attention. The film will have its world premiere at the Lumière Grand Theatre right a

The Toronto Short Film Awards is a distinguished international contest and a highly anticipated annual screening event which provides a vital platform for filmmakers, distributors, agents, critics, and artists from Toronto and worldwide to gather and celebrate the art of short filmmaking. The festival committee actively invites participants to take part in the festival's competition and screenings and to play a crucial role as members of the jury team. The mission of the fest

TORONTO — TIFF Next Wave Film Festival presented by Takis® and backed by the Ontario Arts Council and the City of Toronto, returns from April 16–19 for its 15th edition. This event showcases a weekend of youth-centered international cinema, curated by TIFF’s youngest programmers, the TIFF Next Wave Committee. Tickets for Official Selection films are complimentary for those under 25 with the TIFF’s Under-25 Free Pass, with special Under-25 pricing available for select events.

Mel Gibson is collaborating with excommunicated Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò — who has labeled the late Pope Francis “a servant of Satan” — for “The Resurrection of the Christ,” his sequel to 2004’s “The Passion of the Christ,” which is currently filming in Italy. Viganò, formerly the Vatican’s ambassador to the United States, was excommunicated in 2024 for not acknowledging Pope Francis’ authority and rejecting the Second Vatican Council that modernized the Roman Catholic C

Project Hail Mary continues to perform well at the box office! For the second consecutive weekend, the Ryan Gosling-starring film remained the No. 1 movie at the U.S. box office, earning $54.5 million. The movie debuted in theaters last weekend, generating $80.5 million. It has become the highest-grossing movie of the year so far, with domestic earnings of $164.3 million, according to Variety . Here’s the synopsis: “Science teacher Ryland Grace (Gosling) awakens on a spacesh

Quentin Tarantino has chosen his next project, and he's teaming up with Sly Stallone to co-direct what promises to be an exciting 1930s-style series, TMZ has learned. According to sources with direct knowledge, the series is set in the '30s and will be highly authentic, filmed in black and white using 1930s cameras. The series will consist of six parts, featuring gangsters, showgirls, boxing, and music. It's not clear if the cast has been finalized, but we're informed that

The IMDb-qualifying Art Film Spirit Awards stand as a prestigious celebration of the very essence of independent filmmaking, shining a spotlight on the discovery of innovative artists and the diverse array of arthouse film projects that emerge from various corners of the globe. Each edition of the awards is meticulously curated by a dedicated festival committee that takes great care in nominating and honoring talented artists who work across a multitude of art film genres. Th

"Synthetic Me" is a short animated film directed by Susan Lim, Christina Teenz Tan, and Samudra Kajal Saikia. An inanimate stuffed toy, a once vibrant and cherished companion belonging to a dedicated teenage medical student, harbors a deep longing for a sense of enduring companionship that it hopes will transcend the constraints of time. This plush creature, with its soft fabric and stitched seams, has been a steadfast presence throughout the ups and downs of the student’s li

Rosalyn, a wealthy and gifted high school senior, is overwhelmed with grief after losing her brother in a surfing accident. The emptiness left by his absence engulfs her, leading her into addiction, with alcohol becoming her refuge as she tries to numb the pain and confusion. Amidst her downward spiral, she becomes involved in a complex relationship with two others, Isaac and Emma. Rosalyn's internal battle with grief and substance abuse complicates her journey toward self-lo

Initially, the film appears to advocate for "the weak"; however, it actually addresses a more universal theme: the moment a person realizes she no longer fits society's definition of a complete life. "Two Tigers" is an acclaimed short narrative film from China. In "Two Tigers," a mother and her adult daughter live in near-isolation in a small apartment, each experiencing a different form of "lack" — one is physical, the other social. The aging mother, losing her hearing, lean

Renowned singer, actress, and director Barbra Streisand will be honored by the Cannes Film Festival this year with an honorary Palme d’Or recognizing her lifetime achievements. Cannes announced the award on Wednesday, describing Streisand as “an iconic artist and embodiment of the American dream in all its original splendor.” The EGOT winner has never previously had a film featured at Cannes. She will make her first appearance on the Croisette stage this year, accepting the h

Robert Duvall, celebrated for his roles in iconic films such as "The Godfather," "The Godfather Part II," "M*A*S*H," "Apocalypse Now," and "Tender Mercies," for which he earned an Academy Award, has died, his wife announced on social media Monday. He was 95. Luciana Duvall stated that her husband passed away Sunday at their home, "surrounded by love and comfort." "To the world, he was an Academy Award-winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was simply everything,"

When a young woman, filled with passion and ambition, expresses her heartfelt desire to become a true and valued member of her favorite art club, she unexpectedly finds herself transformed into a dog. This whimsical twist of fate introduces her to a unique and challenging dynamic with the club members, who now see her through a completely different lens. As she navigates her new canine existence, she must confront the complexities of her relationships with the other artists,

Highlighting the challenges, victories, and daily lives of women worldwide through independent films, the Toronto Women Film Festival is dedicated to supporting, recognizing, and empowering women's voices in cinema. It honors and celebrates films made by talented women filmmakers from across the globe. In recent years, the festival has showcased films by female directors at venues like Carlton Cinema, Innis Town Hall at the University of Toronto, various art centers, and digi

Jafar Panahi, Joachim Trier, Mascha Schilinski, and Oliver Laxe participated in the European Cinema Roundtable titled "European Cinema on the Edge," a joint effort by The Hollywood Reporter, DW, and The European Film Academy.

Matt Damon has revealed the name of his favorite Christopher Nolan movie. This film is not only his favorite, but it also left Matt feeling terrified and provided a reality check. The reason the Jason Bourne actor appreciates this movie is not because he appears in it, but because Damon believes the film delivers a strong message. 2014’s Interstellar is Matt’s favorite movie directed by Nolan. He had a small role in it alongside Anne Hathaway, Matthew McConaughey, Jessica C

On Saturday, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles premiered a 4K restoration of George Stevens’ “The Greatest Story Ever Told” (1965), a significant Hollywood epic. Director Martin Scorsese, whose Film Foundation aided in the restoration, provided a video introduction, praising Stevens’ work as a culmination of his career. Scorsese highlighted the film's Ultra Panavision 70 format and Stevens' artistic vision. After WWII, Stevens’ films, such as “A Place in th

“One Battle After Another,” “Hamnet,” and “Adolescence” were among the major winners at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. Paul Thomas Anderson’s black comedy secured four awards on Sunday night, including the top prize for musical or comedy motion picture. Teyana Taylor was the first winner of the night, earning the award for supporting female actor for her role as a revolutionary, while Anderson won for both directing and screenplay. “Hamnet,” directed by Chloé Zhao, claimed the

The IMDb-qualifying Toronto Art Film Spirit Awards is an international competition and annual event that promotes arthouse films worldwide. It supports both new and seasoned filmmakers by highlighting diverse storytelling. Supported by Toronto Film magazine and independent platforms in the U.S. and Canada, the festival boosts the visibility of indie films in a competitive market. Our aim is to celebrate the influence of arthouse cinema, challenge traditional narratives, and i