Film

Davika Hoorne Returning for ‘Inherit’ Sequel, Director Banjong Pisanthanakun Confirms (EXCLUSIVE)

• “Inherit” is getting a sequel with Davika Hoorne returning.
• The film follows a grandmother possessed by an ancient centipede spirit.
• Its director says Thai cinema needs more consistent funding.

Director Banjong Pisanthanakun has confirmed that his psychological horror film “Inherit” will have a sequel, with Davika Hoorne returning as its lead. The announcement comes as the film, which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival, closes the Jakarta World Cinema festival, and highlights the director’s renewed interest in…

‘Triplets of Belleville’ Director Sylvain Chomet Fires Back at AI Accusations Over Dior Film Featuring Robert Pattinson’s Voice: ‘Everything Was Drawn by Hand’ (EXCLUSIVE)

• Chomet says the Dior short was drawn by artists.
• About 20 people worked on the seven-month production.
• Automated interpolation helped create some in-between frames.

Director Sylvain Chomet and producer Aton Soumache say their Dior short film was made with traditional 2D animation, after viewers accused it of using generative AI. The dispute matters because Dior presented the film as a tribute to craftsmanship, while online viewers cited visual oddities, including a six-fingered…

Hegseth faces pressure as Fox loses Roku screensaver licence

Republican criticism of the defence secretary has intensified after midterm losses, while artist Jim Sachs has withdrawn his Roku screensaver licence following Fox’s acquisition. Bosa is expected back for the 49ers on Sunday, and a Grey’s Anatomy spin-off is moving to New Mexico.

10 Fantasy Movie Flops That Are Actually Misunderstood Masterpieces

• Fantasy films can find new audiences after commercial failure.
• *Return to Oz* combines unsettling imagery with inventive puppetry.
• Gilliam’s *Baron Munchausen* is praised for its imaginative design.

The article argues that fantasy films that failed at the box office can later be valued as imaginative, well-made films, helped by home releases, word of mouth and streaming. It focuses on titles whose creative strengths were overlooked at the time, though the supplied text ends before the…

Forget ‘Se7en,’ Jake Gyllenhaal’s Apple TV Thriller ‘Prisoners’ Is Even Better

• *Prisoners* is climbing Apple TV’s charts.
• The 2013 thriller stars Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal.
• Its bleak mood and filmmaking sustain its reputation.

Denis Villeneuve’s 2013 kidnapping thriller *Prisoners* is climbing Apple TV’s charts, showing that audiences are still drawn to the film despite its bleak subject matter and long runtime. The article argues that its unsettling atmosphere and meticulous filmmaking make it a modern thriller classic, comparable to *Se7en* and…

Narnia’s Most Debated Ending Isn’t the Problem Fans Think It Is

• Susan is absent from Narnia’s ending because she has turned away from it.
• The article sees her choice as part of a longer character arc.
• It frames the story around faith and material concerns.

The article argues that Susan Pevensie’s absence from the ending of C.S. Lewis’s Narnia series is a deliberate part of her character arc, rather than the misogynistic mistake some critics say it is. It says her story reflects the books’ contrast between spiritual faith and attachment to the…

Stephen Chow Told Japan to Stop Aping Kung Fu, Says Boss of Film Fund Behind Kore-eda Hirokazu’s ‘Look Back’

• Stephen Chow urged Japan to build action films around its own martial arts.
• K2’s planned $100 million fund aims to back 50 films over seven years.
• K2 is developing a Fukushima-set drama for audiences in Japan and abroad.

K2 Pictures founder Kii Muneyuki said director Stephen Chow urged Japanese filmmakers to draw on their own martial arts traditions, such as karate and judo, instead of copying kung fu. Kii agreed, citing the sumo drama “Sanctuary” as an example of action rooted in Japanese culture, and described…

Taiwan’s Chunghwa Telecom Unveils 10 Content Investments, From ‘Gunshot’ to ‘Call of Lobster’

• Chunghwa Telecom announced 10 film, TV and music investments.
• The slate includes four series, two films and a regional music tour.
• Two production companies also received equity investment.

Taiwan’s Chunghwa Telecom has announced 10 investments across film, television and music, alongside equity stakes in two production companies. The slate is intended to support original Taiwanese stories and connect local creators with international partners, expanding the telecom operator’s role in the content industry. Projects include four scripted…

Chang Chen Urges Emerging Taiwanese Actors to ‘Be Like Water’ at Taiwan Creative Content Fest Golden Horse Showcase

• Chang Chen told rising Taiwanese actors to adapt to each production.
• Six Golden Horse nominees and winners took part in the Taipei showcase.
• Several performers want to move beyond familiar roles.

Chang Chen urged six emerging Taiwanese actors to adapt to different directors and film sets, comparing acting to water taking the shape of its vessel. His advice came at a Taipei showcase designed to connect new performers with international creative teams, investors and media. The actors were Bai…

Deadline’s Sound & Screen Film Underway To Start The Awards-Season Drumbeat

• Sound & Screen Film opened at UCLA’s Royce Hall.
• A live orchestra performed music from awards-season films.
• Composers and artists discussed their work on stage.

Deadline’s Sound & Screen Film event began at UCLA’s Royce Hall, presenting music from films and documentaries expected to feature in the awards season. A live orchestra and discussions with composers and artists are intended to show how scores and songs shape audiences’ connection to stories on screen.…