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Film remains one of the most influential forms of storytelling in contemporary culture, shaping how audiences around the world experience narratives and ideas. From major studio releases to independent productions, the industry continues to evolve with new technologies, business models and creative voices challenging traditional conventions. This topic covers the full spectrum of cinema—the blockbusters that dominate box offices, the intimate character studies that premiere at festivals, and everything in between.

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Beyond the screen, the film industry itself generates significant headlines. Studio mergers reshape the competitive landscape, streaming platforms alter how films reach audiences, and casting announcements provoke cultural conversations. Critics and audiences alike engage in passionate debates about artistic merit, representation and the direction of cinema itself.

Whether you're interested in reviews of the latest releases, industry news that affects which films get made and distributed, or the ongoing cultural conversations about what film means today, this topic brings together coverage that matters to film enthusiasts and those curious about the forces shaping entertainment and storytelling.

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What to know about the landmark Warner Bros. Discovery sale

  • Paramount's $111bn Warner Bros. Discovery takeover has been paused by a federal judge.
  • 12 state attorneys general sued on 13 July, halting a DOJ-approved deal.
  • Netflix earlier bid $82.7bn for WBD before Paramount won the bidding war.

Warner Bros. Discovery's sale process — one of the largest media deals ever — has hit a legal roadblock after a federal judge paused the transaction following a lawsuit from 12 state attorneys general filed on 13 July. The deal is significant because it would reshape the entertainment…

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Director Insists ‘There’s a Very Real Reason Not to Tell People Who Sadie Sink is Playing’

  • Director defends secrecy around Sadie Sink's Spider-Man role, says fans "won't get mad"
  • Many fans suspect Sink is playing Jean Grey; unconfirmed
  • Film opens with villain montage; out in cinemas 31 July

Spider-Man: Brand New Day director Destin Daniel Cretton has defended the decision to keep secret which character Sadie Sink is playing in the upcoming Marvel film, insisting there is a "very real reason" for the secrecy that audiences will understand and accept once they see the movie. The…

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Activision should ditch the Call of Duty movie and bring back its absurd celeb fest where Will Arnett went on a quest to find his own junk

  • Activision is adapting Call of Duty into a movie directed by the Battleship filmmaker, set in Modern Warfare
  • The author recalls Call of Duty Elite (2011), a subscription service that featured three celebrity-driven video series with personalities like Will Arnett and Ridley Scott
  • The piece suggests the franchise's previous multimedia strategy was more engaging than the current film adaptation approach

This is an opinion piece from PC Gamer arguing that Activision should revive its old tradition of star-studded, deliberately ridiculous Call of Duty live-action trailers instead of pursuing a Call of Duty movie. The writer contends these bizarre celebrity-packed adverts captured the franchise's over-the-top spirit far better than…

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Psychological Horror Feature ‘Ancestral Beasts’ Debuts Trailer Ahead of Fantasia World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

  • "Ancestral Beasts" premieres at Fantasia festival on 22 July 2026.
  • Métis horror film explores generational trauma via a stalking creature.
  • Mongrel Media acquires Canadian distribution; release date still unset.

Métis writer-director Tim Riedel has released an exclusive trailer for his psychological horror feature "Ancestral Beasts" ahead of its world premiere at the Fantasia International Film Festival on 22 July. The film follows a young Métis woman, Elyse, who returns to her ancestral home to focus on her…

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Jessica Chastain’s New Maternal Nightmare Is Officially Here in Horrifying First Trailer

  • "Other Mommy" trailer released, starring Jessica Chastain in dual roles.
  • Film based on Josh Malerman's novel, directed by Rob Savage.
  • Due in cinemas in October, part of a strong 2026 horror year.

A first trailer has been released for "Other Mommy," a horror film directed by Rob Savage and starring Jessica Chastain, ahead of its October cinema release. The film follows Ursula, a mother in a troubled marriage whose family life deteriorates further when a sinister entity resembling her begins…

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Charlotte Moore Refreshes Left Bank Senior Leadership

  • Left Bank promotes Charlie Goldberg and Caroline Tucker to senior roles
  • Tucker joins from Sony as CFO & Operations chief
  • Part of Charlotte Moore's ongoing leadership shake-up at the company

Charlotte Moore has reshuffled the senior leadership at Left Bank, the production company behind Netflix's The Crown, promoting two executives to newly created or expanded roles. Caroline Tucker, formerly a VP of Finance at Sony Pictures Entertainment, joins as Chief Financial Officer & Operations, while business affairs chief…

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You Can Ride a Sandworm With This Incredible New ‘Dune’ Skate Deck [Exclusive]

  • Dark Horse Direct and Legendary Pictures launch a "Dune" sandworm skate deck.
  • Made of Canadian maple, featuring gold foil and crimson artwork.
  • Limited to 500 pieces, priced at $80, pre-order via DarkHorseDirect.com.

Dark Horse Direct and Legendary Pictures are releasing a limited-edition skateboard deck featuring artwork of a sandworm from Denis Villeneuve's "Dune", with Collider given an exclusive first look. The collectible taps into continued enthusiasm for the sci-fi franchise, offering fans a decorative piece inspired by the film's imagery…

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‘Sunny Dancer’ Starring Bella Ramsey Bought by Quiver, Plans North American Theatrical Release (EXCLUSIVE)

  • "Sunny Dancer" sold globally; Quiver buys North American rights
  • Bella Ramsey leads cast alongside Neil Patrick Harris and James Norton
  • UK release set for 14 August via True Brit Entertainment

The British indie feature "Sunny Dancer", a coming-of-age comedy about teenage cancer survivors starring Bella Ramsey, has been sold globally, with Quiver acquiring North American rights and planning a theatrical release. The film, directed by George Jaques and previously well received at the Berlinale, features an ensemble cast…

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Oscilloscope Laboratories Acquires Ann Oren’s ‘Objet a’ Ahead of Locarno World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Oscilloscope buys North American rights to Ann Oren's "Objet a"
  • Film premieres in Locarno's international competition in 2026
  • Second Oscilloscope-Oren deal after 2023's "Piaffe"

Oscilloscope Laboratories has acquired the North American distribution rights to "Objet a," ahead of its world premiere in the international competition at the 2026 Locarno Film Festival. Written and directed by Ann Oren and co-written by Geoffroy Grison, the deal marks the second collaboration between the distributor and…

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10 Dystopian Movies That Are Perfect From the First Scene to the Last

  • Collider names 10 "perfect" dystopian films spanning 1927 to today.
  • Metropolis, A Clockwork Orange and Blade Runner feature prominently.
  • List celebrates films seen as flawless from opening to closing scene.

This Collider feature rounds up ten dystopian films the writer considers flawless from start to finish, spanning nearly a century of science-fiction cinema. The list highlights how dystopian storytelling has shaped and continues to reflect real-world anxieties, tracing a lineage of influence from early silent cinema through to…

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