Ethan and Maya Hawke Film ‘Wildcat’ Sells to Oscilloscope

Maya Hawke is a young actress on the rise, but is she a leading lady yet? “Wildcat” will change that, as Hawke plays novelist Flannery O’Connor. But “Wilder & Me” will solidify the position for the actress, arguably her biggest role yet.

Marta Balaga Finnish director Tiina Lymi decided to “go big” for “Stormskerry Maja,” set in the 19th century. Based on a series of books by Anni Blomqvist, it has been selected for International Film Festival Rotterdam and Goteborg. “It had to be done this way.

National Holocaust Memorial Day is taking place today, January 27. First held in 2001, Holocaust Memorial Day serves to provide people across the world with an opportunity to learn about the Holocaust and what can be done to challenge prejudice today.

Netflix Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos was asked by an analyst on today’s Q4 earnings call if “the recent management departure” would impact the streamer’s future plans for making original feature films.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent “Dahomey,” a documentary directed by Cannes prizewinner Mati Diop (“Atlantique”) and slated for the Berlinale competition, will be represented internationally by Paris-based Les Films du Losange. The feature marks the directorial comeback of the French-Senegalese talent after winning the Grand Prize at Cannes with “Atlantique” in 2019.

A Different Man tackles weighty themes of disability, identity, and transformation. Directed and written by Aaron Schimberg and starring Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve, and Adam Pearson, what emerges is a complex portrayal of the clashes between outer perceptions and inner truths and makes valiant efforts towards inclusion to express a vital message about appearance and identity, but the execution can often feel tonally inconsistent, and overlong.Edward (Stan) is an aspiring actor with facial deformities (neurofibromatosis, to be exact), that subjects him to ridicule and isolation. Though self-conscious and lonely, Edward finds hope when he befriends Ingrid (Reinsve), his empathetic, playwright, next door neighbor. When presented with the possibility of normalcy through a risky reconstructive procedure, Edward pursues the chance to lead a life free from judgment and staring eyes. 

In the realm of zombie-themed films, a genre often filled with clichés and predictable plot lines, Handling the Undead aims to stand out as something different.

lifeless “Captain Marvel,” their latest movie has, um, flecks of the supernatural heroism and urban vigilante justice that we associate with the comic book genre. Running time: 106 minutes. Rated R (strong bloody violence, language throughout including slurs, sexual content and drug use).However, unlike many of those bland caped behemoths, “Freaky Tales,” which had its world premiere Thursday night at the Sundance Film Festival, also boasts enough forceful, nerdy personality to fill the San Francisco Bay.

Oakland’s freaky side emerges in Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck’s ambitious yet tonally uneven new anthology film Freaky Tales starring Pedro Pascal, Jay Ellis, Ben Medelsohn, Jack Champion, Ji-Young Yoo, Normani, Dominique Thorne, Too $hort’s, and Lenny G. The directors spotlight diverse local subcultures against the backdrop of Too $hort’s hit of the same name. The film intertwines four tales linked by unfolding events and a puzzling supernatural emerald glow permeating the city. Though the gritty visuals and soundtrack immerse in the look and feel of 1987 Oakland, the narrative struggles to weave these stories into a satisfying whole.

Rock legends Liam Gallagher and John Squire filmed their new music video at a railway tunnel in Bury. The former Oasis frontman and Stone Roses guitarist teamed up to shoot the video for their single Just Another Rainbow at East Lancashire Railway (ELR).

Jaden Thompson Perhaps spiders are not a nuisance after all — at least that’s the case for Adam Sandler in “Spaceman,” in which he receives emotional support from an oversized arachnid in outer space. Netflix has released the trailer for Sandler’s upcoming sci-fi film, set to premiere at Berlin Film Festival next month. It will then release in select theaters on Feb.

Love Island ’s Teddy Soares has reportedly called it quits on his relationship with the stunning Irish model and actress, Casey Boonstra. The 29-year-old reality star, known for his memorable stint on Love Island, had embarked on a series of dates with Casey last year after parting ways with his long-term girlfriend, Faye Winter. Teddy openly confirmed his return to the dating scene in October, expressing his happiness and enthusiasm about a new romantic chapter after his break-up.

Silent Witness star David Caves has returned to his beloved role as Jack Hodgson in the new series of the BBC crime drama. The series, which was first aired in 1996, follows a group of forensic scientists as they investigate ghastly crimes in a bid to catch those responsible. David, 44, has played the leading role of Jack since 2013 and in that time viewers have been invested in his romance with colleague Dr Nikki Alexander, played by Emilia Fox.

EXCLUSIVE: Film4, Channel 4, Rogan Scotland and Screen Scotland are underway on feature documentary The Secret Of Me (w/t), we can reveal.

Caroline Brew editor Alec Musser, an actor known for “All My Children” and the 2010 comedy film “Grown Ups,” has died. He was 50. His fiancée Paige Press confirmed his death on Saturday via Instagram stories.

Adam Sandler has taken to social media to express his condolences following the loss of Alec Musser.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor The tiny details mattered in transforming Helen Mirren into “Golda.” In the film, Mirren plays the first female prime minister of Israel, Golda Meir, and follows her leadership during the Yom Kippur War in 1973. Special effects makeup designer Karen Hartley Thomas did not want to turn Mirren into a caricature, so the less-is-more approach was the right way to go on this film. Four makeup artists spent two and a half hours applying a nose bridge, tip pieces and adding in teeth.

Drew Barrymore broke down in tears over her longtime friend Adam Sandler on Wednesday — all because she caught a viewing of their movie “The Wedding Singer” on TV.The talk show host, 48, documented staying home to catch the 1998 rom-com, even bailing on prior yoga plans that she had.“I love you so much @adamsandler. The Wedding Singer came on my TV as I was getting ready to leave the house and I had to take in this moment and watch it,” Barrymore captioned her Instagram post.“We made such a good movie, I love you so much, Happy New Year,” she said in the video, wiping away tears.

The rumors are true. Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson (“Licorice Pizza,” “The Master”) has a new film in the works, and the cast is absolutely stacked.

Stranger Things fans reckon they've spotted a spoiler after Netflix finally gave an update on the smash hit show.