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Sundance 2026 in Park City showcases a strong slate of comedies and star-powered projects, but buyers and distributors remain cautious in a volatile market, weighing pay-1 and PVOD strategies as they eye titles frequently highlighted by buyers (e.g., Antiheroine, Cookie Queens, The Gallerist, I Want Your Sex, See You When I See You).
The article previews ten highly anticipated films set to premiere at the 2026 Cannes and Venice Film Festivals, including works by Spielberg, Iñárritu, Fincher, and Villeneuve, highlighting the festival's ongoing importance for global film promotion despite recent box office struggles.
The article highlights 10 overlooked films from 2025 recommended by Chicago filmmakers and critics, emphasizing the importance of curating diverse films through local cinemas and festivals, with titles ranging from documentaries and dramas to comedies and experimental works, now available online.
The article highlights the top 20 movies of 2025, showcasing a diverse range of genres and styles, from horror and gothic tales to political dramas and innovative documentaries, emphasizing the year's remarkable cinematic achievements and emerging talents.
The Hollywood Reporter's awards expert Scott updates his Oscar predictions as the race heats up in October, highlighting key contenders like 'One Battle After Another' and 'Hamnet,' and discussing recent film releases, festival screenings, and campaign strategies across various categories.
The article provides an update on Oscar predictions following major film festivals and awards, highlighting frontrunners like 'Hamnet' and 'Father Mother Sister Brother,' and discussing key contenders across categories, with insights into recent festival winners and international submissions shaping the race.
The article discusses early predictions for the 2026 Oscars Best Actor category, highlighting notable contenders such as Dwayne Johnson, Jesse Plemons, Oscar Isaac, Michael B. Jordan, and returning favorites like Daniel Day-Lewis and Russell Crowe, with film festival debuts and upcoming releases shaping the race.
The Venice Film Festival 2025 lineup features surprises and notable absences, including the absence of Warner Bros. and fewer acquisition titles, with a strong presence of international filmmakers and star-studded out-of-competition films. The festival also faces challenges with long-running films affecting scheduling.
The Venice Film Festival announced its full lineup, featuring high-profile films including Kathryn Bigelow's 'A House Of Dynamite', Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein', Noah Baumbach's 'Jay Kelly', and many other notable directors and films across competition and out-of-competition categories, with the festival running from August 27 to September 6.
The 78th Locarno International Film Festival announced its lineup, featuring the world premiere of Radu Jude's 'Dracula' with participation from David Lynch, and the debut of 'Legend of the Happy Worker' executive produced by Lynch. The festival will showcase 221 films, including new works from renowned directors and classics, emphasizing contemporary, daring cinema that reflects current global realities.
The article discusses the competitive landscape among indie film distributors A24, Neon, and Mubi, highlighting their different strategies, recent acquisitions, and positioning at major film festivals like Cannes, as they vie for dominance in the indie film market.
Despite the dominance of streaming services, boutique Blu-ray labels are thriving by offering high-quality, curated, and collectible physical film experiences, driven by consumer nostalgia, superior restoration processes, and close filmmaker collaborations.
Coralie Fargeat's "The Substance," starring Demi Moore, emerged as the standout film at Cannes, receiving the festival's longest ovation. The movie, a blend of horror and satire, explores themes of body image and identity through the story of an aging actress who uses a mysterious program to transform into a younger version of herself. The film's excesses and dark humor captivated audiences, making it a consensus hit in a festival filled with extreme and unconventional films.
The Sundance Film Festival, held in Park City, Utah since its founding in 1980, is considering a potential new destination for as early as the 2027 festival, with a request for information process beginning to explore viable locations in the United States. The festival will remain in Park City for 2025 and 2026, but the organization is evaluating options to ensure inclusivity and sustainability while preserving its mission of supporting independent storytellers. The results of the exploration are expected to be announced later this year or early in 2025.
The Sundance Film Festival is considering other host cities for its headquarters starting in 2027, launching an open call for American cities to potentially take over as the festival's home. The festival's contract with Park City, Utah, may not be extended beyond 2026, and the organization will announce its selection for the new host city in late 2024 or early 2025. This decision comes amid challenges in Park City, including infrastructure limitations and rising costs, as well as leadership changes within the Sundance Institute.