This week brought a flurry of movie news, casting updates and studio developments across Hollywood. Conflicting reports circulated about a possible sequel to the billion-dollar hit Joker. The Hollywood Reporter reported that DC/Warner Bros. were negotiating with writer-director Todd Phillips and star Joaquin Phoenix about a follow-up, while Deadline published an account saying insiders denied … Read more

Audrey Hepburn remains one of the most enduring icons of film and fashion. Her elegance, natural grace and memorable screen presence made her a defining figure in mid-20th century cinema. While she starred in many celebrated movies, three performances in particular are widely regarded as career-defining: Roman Holiday (1953), Sabrina (1954) and Breakfast at Tiffany’s … Read more

On 21 November 2019, actress Zazie Beetz (Joker) and Natasha Lyonne (Russian Doll) announced the nominees for the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards. The announcement took place at The Line LA in Los Angeles, California, and the ceremony was scheduled for 8 February 2020. The nominations highlight the best in independent filmmaking from the year, … Read more

The Star Wars live-action films have been cherished by movie fans worldwide for decades. Their blend of science fiction and western influences—shaped initially by George Lucas and later by Disney’s stewardship of Lucasfilm—created characters and moments that have become cultural touchstones. Figures like Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Han Solo, Kylo Ren, Rey, and Darth Vader … Read more

A Hidden Life (2019) Director: Terrence Malick Screenwriter: Terrence Malick Starring: August Diehl, Valerie Pachner, Michael Nyqvist, Matthias Schoenaerts, Jürgen Prochnow, Bruno Ganz Terrence Malick, the Palme d’Or-winning director known for his poetic, philosophical cinema and transcendent visual style, returns to a more classical narrative approach with A Hidden Life. This World War II drama … Read more

Every November the Movember movement encourages men to grow moustaches to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. The moustache — a cultural touchstone of masculinity in its many forms — is an instantly recognizable statement on screen. Some facial styles define a character; others enhance a performance. … Read more

This article was written exclusively for The Film Magazine by thecineblog’s Sophie Butcher. Last Christmas (2019) Director: Paul Feig Screenwriters: Emma Thompson, Greg Wise, Bryony Kimmings Starring: Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, Emma Thompson, Michelle Yeoh Last Christmas opens with Kate (Emilia Clarke) literally dragging a battered suitcase behind her through the streets of London. It’s … Read more

Warner Bros.’ DC Comics adaptation Joker has shattered box office expectations for an R‑rated release, surpassing $1 billion worldwide and becoming one of the most profitable films in recent history. Directed and co‑written by Todd Phillips, best known for The Hangover, and featuring Joaquin Phoenix—whose credits include Gladiator, The Master and You Were Never Really … Read more

Ema (2019) Director: Pablo Larraín Screenwriters: Guillermo Calderón, Alejandro Moreno Starring: Mariana Di Girolamo, Gael Garcia Bernal, Santiago Cabrera, Paola Giannini, Cristián Suárez, Mariana Loyola Pablo Larraín’s Ema is a vivid, restless film that pulses with color, sound and emotion. Centered on the volatile relationship between a dancer, Ema (Mariana Di Girolamo), and her partner … Read more

Andy Serkis, known for directing Mowgli and for his performance work in The Lord of the Rings, is reportedly in advanced talks to portray Bruce Wayne’s trusted butler, Alfred Pennyworth, in Matt Reeves’ upcoming Dark Knight film, The Batman. Serkis would join a cast that already includes Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz and Paul Dano in … Read more