The final season of Stranger Things premiered at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, with the cast and crew attending the event. The season will be released in three volumes on Netflix starting November 26, with the story set in 1987 as the characters face new threats and challenges. The show features a star-studded cast including Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour, and Winona Ryder.
Patrick Dempsey unveils the new top-of-the-range Porsche 911 model in a digital world premiere, showcasing its development and features, with the event broadcast online and the vehicle on display at IAA Mobility in Munich.
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has announced new additions to its lineup, including directorial debuts by Aziz Ansari and Maude Apatow, world premieres of several films, and North American premieres of others, showcasing a diverse array of international and Hollywood talent.
The world premiere of 'A Complete Unknown,' a Bob Dylan biopic directed by James Mangold, took place in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre. The film stars Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, alongside Elle Fanning, Edward Norton, and Monica Barbaro. The movie chronicles Dylan's transformation and his iconic 1965 performance at the Newport Folk Festival. It is set to be released in the U.S. on December 25, 2024.
The 2024 Tribeca Festival lineup has been announced, featuring a diverse array of films including documentaries, narrative features, and international selections. The festival will showcase 103 feature films from 114 filmmakers across 48 countries, with a focus on diverse voices and perspectives. Notable films include "Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge," "Jazzy," "Daddio," "Firebrand," and "Brats," with a strong emphasis on female and BIPOC directors. The festival will also feature live events, performances, and conversations as part of its Spotlight+ program.
The 2024 Cannes Critics' Week lineup has been unveiled, featuring 11 films including "Ghost Trail" and "Animale" as the opening and closing films, respectively. The selection includes the U.S. film "Blue Sun Palace" and other world premieres such as "Locust," "Julie Keeps Quiet," and "The Brink of Dreams." Notably, a record number of female directors submitted films for consideration, with the event set to take place from May 15-23.
Kevin Costner will debut the first part of his Civil War epic series, Horizon: An American Saga, as a world premiere Out of Competition at the Cannes Film Festival on May 19. The multi-episode project, written by Costner and Jon Baird, explores the Civil War era and the struggle for the future of the United States. Costner expressed gratitude for the film's inclusion in the festival and highlighted the significance of Cannes for revealing the result of the 35-year-old story. The series stars a diverse cast and marks Costner's return to directing after 16 years.
The world premiere of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" took place in New York, with stars from both the original and rebooted casts in attendance. The movie, set to hit theaters on March 22, sees the Spengler family teaming up with the original Ghostbusters to combat an army of ghosts threatening to plunge the world into a second Ice Age. The event featured appearances by Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Paul Rudd, McKenna Grace, Finn Wolfhard, and others, along with the film's director and writer.
The world premiere of "Dune: Part Two" took place in London, with director Denis Villeneuve and stars including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Anya Taylor-Joy, Florence Pugh, and Austin Butler walking the red carpet. The highly-anticipated sequel is set to explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he seeks revenge against those who destroyed his family, and is scheduled for release in theaters and IMAX in March 2024.
London's Royal Festival Hall hosted the world premiere of Warner Bros.' musical film "Wonka," with Timothée Chalamet, who plays the titular character, among the attendees. The film, a prequel to Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," tells the origin story of the eccentric chocolatier. Director Paul King praised Chalamet's singing voice and compared him to Bing Crosby. "Wonka" is set for release in the UK on December 8 and in the US on December 15.
The world premiere of Warner Bros and Heyday Films' "Wonka" took place in London, with stars Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant, Olivia Colman, and more in attendance. Chalamet praised his coaches for helping him prepare for the film, allowing him to "do the impression of someone who can sing and dance." Director Paul King mentioned plans for potential sequels, depending on the film's reception. "Wonka" will be released internationally starting on December 6, with a North American release on December 15.
The Game Awards host and producer, Geoff Keighley, has announced that this year's show will move away from the 'world premiere' branding and instead focus on showcasing all game reveals, whether they are announcements or first looks, side-by-side. Keighley also mentioned that the show's runtime and content will be similar to previous years, with a slight attempt to make it shorter. The Game Awards will be streamed live on December 7th, and security will be tightened to prevent stage invasions.
Beyoncé held the world premiere of her concert documentary movie "Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé" at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Hollywood during Thanksgiving weekend. The movie is set to open worldwide on December 1st and is expected to debut at $20 million in the US. The premiere was attended by various celebrities including Janelle Monáe, Laverne Cox, and Gabrielle Union-Wade.
The world premiere of "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes," the highly anticipated prequel to the original trilogy, took place in London. Director Francis Lawrence and stars Tom Blyth, Rachel Zegler, Hunter Schafer, and Josh Andrés Rivera attended the event. The film is set 64 years before the events of the original trilogy and follows a young Coriolanus Snow as he mentors a tribute from District 12. The movie also features Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman, and Viola Davis. "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" will be released in U.S. theaters on November 17.
Opera Philadelphia has reduced its budget by 20% due to financial challenges caused by the pandemic, cutting jobs and postponing productions. However, the company has not compromised on its ambition for its season-opening festival, Festival O. The festival features a world premiere opera, "10 Days in a Madhouse," along with a large-scale offering of Verdi's "Simon Boccanegra" and a staged recital, "Unholy Wars." Opera Philadelphia's commitment to premieres and groundbreaking work continues to make it a destination for those seeking something new in the opera world.
