Film

Produced by J.A. Bayona, Netflix Documentary Series ‘Beyond Society’ Examines What Happens After the Survivors of the 1972 Andes Plane Crash Return to Uruguay

• Netflix documentary examines aftermath of 1972 Andes plane crash for Uruguayan survivors and families
• Series shows how storytelling and fiction healed a fifty-year community rift between bereaved families
• Explores subjective nature of grief and how cinema changes collective memory and reality

Netflix has released a three-part documentary series titled "Beyond Society," which premiered at the San Sebastián International Film Festival on September 23. Created by director J.A. Bayona and Carlos Torres, the series serves as a follow-up to Bayona's acclaimed 2023 film "Society of the Snow" and examines the…

Prime Video Officially Breathes New Life Into 2026’s Biggest Sci-Fi Fantasy Misfire

• Masters of the Universe underperformed significantly in cinemas.
• Prime Video streaming figures suggest a late revival.
• Strong audience reception could support a sequel.

Prime Video’s strong streaming performance for 2026’s Masters of the Universe is reviving interest in the film after it was judged a major theatrical disappointment. The apparent comeback could improve the chances of Amazon approving a sequel, although no continuation has been officially announced. The film reportedly cost…

‘My Octopus Teacher’ Outfit Off The Fence Boards Viviane D’Avilla’s Intersex Doc ‘Let Us Be’ Ahead of Rio Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)

• Off the Fence will sell the intersex documentary *Let Us Be* internationally.
• The film follows intersex lives across India, Brazil and the United States.
• Sales launch at Mipcom after festival screenings.

Off the Fence has acquired international sales rights to Viviane D’Avilla’s documentary *Let Us Be*, which explores the lives of intersex people in India, Brazil and the United States. The film, which premiered at Raindance, will screen in Latin America at the Rio Film Festival, with sales beginning…

What Comes Next for Brazil After ‘I’m Still Here’ and ‘The Secret Agent’? International Co-Productions Point Towards a Strong International Future

• Brazil is pursuing international co-productions after recent global film successes.
• Partnerships now span countries including Nepal, Finland and Italy.
• Public funding and the sector’s economic impact support further growth.

Following the Oscar success of “I’m Still Here” and the international acclaim for “The Secret Agent”, Brazil’s film industry is increasingly looking to international co-productions to maintain its global momentum. Although no primarily Brazilian production entered the main competition at Cannes, Berlin or Venice in 2026, Brazilian companies…

10 Soft Sci-Fi Movies Without a Single Flaw

• Soft sci-fi can be powerful without spectacular effects.
• Character-driven premises make these films especially effective.
• The selection spans mystery, dystopia and grounded superhero drama.

The article presents soft science-fiction films that centre on one extraordinary idea in an otherwise recognisable world, arguing that strong writing, atmosphere and characterisation can matter more than large budgets or elaborate effects. It highlights films judged to execute their premises exceptionally well while remaining intimate, tense and…

Ridley Scott’s Disastrous Sci-Fi Prequel Is Officially Dominating Streaming Charts

• Alien: Covenant now dominates Vudu streaming nearly a decade after release
• Scott's recent film The Dog Stars severely underperformed commercially
• Scott to take over Alien franchise as director departs

Ridley Scott's 2017 science-fiction film "Alien: Covenant" is currently one of the most-watched films on the Vudu streaming platform, experiencing a significant viewership surge nearly a decade after its theatrical release. This renewed interest comes amid a challenging period for Scott's science-fiction career, as his recent film "The…

6 Best Animated Movies Released Since 2010, Ranked

The article ranks six of the strongest animated films released since 2010, arguing that animation has undergone a creative renaissance as studios, audiences and critics increasingly recognise the craft involved. It highlights the industry’s shift away from Pixar’s dominance, with DreamWorks, Sony, Laika, Aardman and international studios taking…

Jarvis Cocker tells us about Pulp’s new film and future: “It was like a new beginning”

• Pulp’s comeback tour felt like a new beginning.
• Their film captures sold-out London shows and rare archive footage.
• Cocker says chemistry mattered more than musicianship.

Jarvis Cocker has discussed Pulp’s new 90-minute film, *What Do You Do For An Encore?*, which documents the band’s sold-out London shows and their return to touring after releasing *More*, their first album in 24 years. He said performing the new material alongside Pulp’s classic songs created a…

Alan Ritchson Officially Defeats Henry Cavill at the Box Office

• Ritchson’s film is overtaking a major Henry Cavill box-office disappointment.
• Angel Studios released the action film alongside key Reacher-related events.
• Around $15 million is considered a useful theatrical benchmark.

Alan Ritchson’s new action film is reportedly on course to surpass a high-profile underperformer starring Henry Cavill at the box office. The film’s performance could help it join a growing group of genre releases that use theatrical runs to build publicity before moving to premium video-on-demand and streaming.…

Percy Hynes White & Jeff Wahlberg Lead Lovers-On-The-Run Thriller ‘Crime Novella’, Roland Emmerich Exec-Producing & First Look Revealed

• Percy Hynes White and Jeff Wahlberg headline the lovers-on-the-run thriller.
• Omar de Soto makes his feature directorial debut.
• Roland Emmerich executive-produces the 35mm-shot film.

Percy Hynes White and Jeff Wahlberg will lead Crime Novella, a romance crime-thriller about two lovers fleeing together and confronting the lengths required to preserve their relationship. The film marks writer-director Omar de Soto’s feature debut, with Roland Emmerich serving as executive producer. The cast also includes Zlatko…