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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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‘Trick ‘r Treat’ Director Michael Dougherty on the Joy of Designing Sam, His Signature Halloween Mascot, ‘Strictly for the Passion, Strictly for the Art’

  • Sam began in Dougherty’s 1996 short film.
  • A frame-by-frame 4K restoration marks its 30th anniversary.
  • A proposed sequel faces resistance over its $20 million budget.

Michael Dougherty’s early love of Halloween led him to create Sam, the silent, mischievous child who became the mascot of his 2007 horror anthology film “Trick ’r Treat”. A 4K restoration of his 1996 hand-drawn short “Season’s Greetings”, which first introduced Sam, has brought back the pleasure of…

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‘Jane Elliott Against The World,’ Oscar-Contending Documentary On Pioneering And Polarizing Educator, Heads To Theaters

  • Jane Elliott’s documentary opens in New York and Los Angeles on 4 December.
  • The film revisits her classroom exercise on discrimination.
  • Its PBS and streaming premiere is set for March 2027.

Judd Ehrlich’s documentary *Jane Elliott Against the World*, about the educator’s work confronting racism and her later fight over school censorship, is heading to cinemas. The release brings the story of Elliott, whose classroom exercise made her a prominent and polarising figure, to audiences ahead of its planned…

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Ariana Grande Comedy ‘Focker-In-Law’ & Disney’s ‘Hexed’ Hope To Lure $40M-$50M Opening Over Thanksgiving Box Office Stretch

  • *Hexed* and *Focker-in-Law* each project $40m-$50m over five days.
  • *Sunrise on the Reaping* could challenge both films.
  • The *Meet the Parents* franchise has earned $1.16bn worldwide.

Disney’s animated film *Hexed* and the comedy *Focker-in-Law*, starring Ariana Grande, Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller, are each forecast to earn $40 million to $50 million over the five-day Thanksgiving opening period. Their performance matters as cinemas head into a holiday season that could help the domestic…

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It’s Official: Alex Cooper Moves to CAA

  • Alex Cooper and Unwell have signed with CAA.
  • The agency will also represent Matt Kaplan.
  • Unwell was valued at $500 million after an investment.

Alex Cooper, host of the podcast Call Her Daddy, has signed with CAA, which will also represent her husband, Matt Kaplan, and their company Unwell. The move follows her departure from UTA in August and is intended to support Unwell’s growth across entertainment and business, beyond podcasting. Unwell…

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‘Call Her Daddy’s Alex Cooper Officially Moves To CAA After Leaving UTA

  • Alex Cooper, Matt Kaplan and Unwell have signed with CAA.
  • Cooper left UTA earlier this summer.
  • WTSL invested in the company at a $500 million valuation.

Alex Cooper, host of Call Her Daddy, has signed with CAA alongside her husband, film producer Matt Kaplan, and their Unwell banner. The move follows her departure from UTA earlier in the summer and gives the group new representation as they expand their media business. The pair run…

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George R.R. Martin Tapped for Lifetime Achievement Nod at Infinity Festival (Exclusive)

  • George R.R. Martin will receive an Infinity Festival lifetime achievement award.
  • The festival will screen his short film based on Howard Waldrop’s story.
  • Brad Bird is also being honoured; the event runs 12 to 15 November.

George R.R. Martin will receive the Monolith Lifetime Achievement Award at the Infinity Festival in Los Angeles, recognising his contribution to entertainment and storytelling. The festival will also screen *Heirs of the Perisphere*, a science-fiction short film he produced based on a story by his late friend Howard…

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‘9-1-1’ Is Officially About to Go On Hiatus

  • Both shows pause for the holidays.
  • They return on 7 January 2027.
  • ‘9-1-1’ season 10 premiere drew 8.14 million viewers.

ABC’s ‘9-1-1’ and ‘9-1-1: Nashville’ will take a break as the holiday season approaches, then return on Thursday 7 January 2027. The pause follows a strong start for both series and is part of the usual scheduling pattern for autumn shows. The first episode of ‘9-1-1’ season 10…

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John Wick Creator’s New Action Thriller Gets First Official Trailer

  • *Karoshi* has released its first trailer.
  • Teo Yoo leads the corporate action thriller.
  • Chad Stahelski is producing, not directing.

The first trailer has been released for *Karoshi*, an action thriller produced by *John Wick* creator Chad Stahelski and written and directed by Takashi Doscher. Set in near-future Manhattan, the film follows an outsider who infiltrates a corporation to expose its violent treatment of employees, making workplace power…

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Stream On This Week: Alan Ritchson Doesn’t Need Words to Get Vengeance

  • *Motor City* tells its revenge story with very little dialogue.
  • *The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins* returns for a stronger second season.
  • *It Gets Worse* brings British twenty-something comedy to Paramount+.

The article recommends Alan Ritchson’s *Motor City*, a vengeance thriller streaming on AMC+. Its near-silent storytelling sets it apart: director Potsy Ponciroli and writer Chad St. John use performance, visuals and production design to carry the story, while the action remains central. The newsletter also highlights the second…

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‘Newlyweds’ Gives Tim Daly and Téa Leoni a Honeymoon With a Twist

  • Jeanie and James stage a Paris honeymoon at home.
  • The episode is the third instalment of *Newlyweds*.
  • It airs on NBC and streams on Peacock the next day.

In the third episode of NBC sitcom *Newlyweds*, newly married Jeanie and James take a honeymoon without leaving home. James arranges a pretend Parisian outing, turning their kitchen into a café and using a model Eiffel Tower and a mime to create the setting. The episode follows the…

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