Rose Byrne, Nicole Kidman, Jimmy Kimmel, Delroy Lindo, Ewan McGregor, Wagner Moura, Pedro Pascal, Bill Pullman, Lewis Pullman, Channing Tatum and Sigourney Weaver will present at the 98th Oscars®, executive producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan announced.
The NYFCC announced today that it will hold its annual Gala Awards dinner on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at TAO Downtown. David Rooney, chief film critic at The Hollywood Reporter, will serve as the 2026 Chair.
The Los Angeles Press Club recently announced the winner of its 11th annual Veritas Award for Best Film Based on or Inspired by Real Events and People. This award is judged by the 1,000-member-strong LAPC.
Executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan announced today the lineup of talent set to perform at the 98th Oscars®. Hosted by Conan O'Brien, the Oscars will air live on ABC March 15, 2026.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will mark Oscar® Sunday with exclusive viewing events in New York and London for Academy members and invited guests. In Los Angeles, the Academy Museum will host its annual viewing party.
Will Arnett, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Robert Downey Jr., Anne Hathaway, Paul Mescal and Gwyneth Paltrow will present at the 98th Oscars®, airing live on ABC, executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan announced.
Javier Bardem, Chris Evans, Chase Infiniti, Demi Moore, Kumail Nanjiani and Maya Rudolph will present at the 98th Oscars®, executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan announced. The Oscars will air March 15, 2026.
The Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery ended this week, as the streaming giant decided it would not be interested in topping the newest Paramount Skydance offer, and as quickly as the deal came together, it fell apart.
Academy Award® winners Adrien Brody, Kieran Culkin, Mikey Madison and Zoe Saldaña will present at the 98th Oscars®, executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan announced. Conan O’Brien will also return to host.
The Austin Film Society (AFS) announces special guests to attend the 2026 Texas Film Award to honor filmmaker and artist Julian Schnabel, actress Sydney Chandler, actor Sonny Carl Davis and celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Spy Kids.
The Governors Ball, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ official post-Oscars® celebration, which will immediately follow the 98th Oscars ceremony on Sunday, March 15, at the Ray Dolby Ballroom, returns for its 67th year.
The Sundance Film Festival announces the 2027 edition will make its Boulder, Colorado debut on January 21–31, 2027. This will be the first time the Festival will welcome global audiences to its new location.
The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, announces its lineup of March events, including Museum programs and the entertainment lineup for The Underground speakeasy and distillery showcasing Las Vegas mob era.
The Wedding Capital of the World™ and Clark County Clerk Lynn Marie Goya announce a call for submissions of professional photography that captures the spirit, style and unforgettable moments of Southern Nevada weddings.
The Bloody Mary, the cocktail that eats like a meal, takes center stage in Brooklyn at a tasting event where spice levels rise, creativity pours freely and brunch culture is taken seriously, highlighting the most inventive mix.
The once done deal between streaming giant Netflix, and Warner Bros., Discovery, seems to have entered into the pre-wedding jitters phase, as Warner Bros. Chief David Zaslav appears to again be entertaining a Paramount offer.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today that 15 scientific and technical achievements, represented by 27 individual award recipients, will be honored at its annual Scientific and Technical Awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
It is now day six in the abduction of the "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, who was taken against her will from her Tucson, Arizona home in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Jennifer Davidson has been promoted to the newly expanded role of Chief Marketing, Communications and Content Officer for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, as announced by Academy CEO Bill Kramer, to whom she will report.
The Oscars® executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy Mullan today announced members of their production team for the 98th Oscars, hosted by Conan O'Brien and airing live on ABC and streamed live on Hulu.
The American Film Institute (AFI) is pleased to announce that Academy Award® nominee cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC will receive the 32nd annual Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal at the Award Gala Tribute to Eddie Murphy.
The Board of Directors for the Walt Disney Company is scheduled to meet this week to vote on the replacement for the current CEO, Robert A. Iger, whose contract is due to expire at the end of 2026.
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced the nominees for achievement in film with One Battle After Another earning 14 nominations, and Sinners, earning 13, as the two highly nominated films continue to dominate the awards season.
British comedian, broadcaster and producer Amelia Dimoldenberg will return as the 98th Oscars® Social Media Ambassador and Red Carpet Correspondent, set to air live March 15, at 7 P.M. ET/4 P.M. PT, on ABC and Hulu.
The Walt Disney Company is searching for a successor to CEO Robert A. Iger, who is scheduled to retire this year, however, the possibility remains that Iger will reup to aid the transition of his beloved company.
Award winning independent studio, NEON earned 18 Oscar nominations, the second most for any motion picture studio. All of NEON's 18 nominations are for international films - with 5 different films represented, spanning 12 categories.
This morning, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the nominees for the 98th Academy Awards®, including the first-ever nominees for the Oscar® for Outstanding Achievement in Casting—a historic milestone for the casting profession.
The 98th Academy Awards nominations, the annual culmination of cinematic achievement, continues to break new ground and shatter records as Sinners received 16 nominations, a record 74 women nominated, the inaugural casting category, and 11 first time acting nominees.
Sinners, from Ryan Coogler, earned a record-breaking 16 nominations, followed by One Battle After Another, with 13 nominations, and Marty Supreme with nine, and Norway's Sentimental Value with nine, and Hamnet with eight. The complete list of nominees follows.
Oscar®-nominated actor Danielle Brooks and actor Lewis Pullman announced the 98th Oscars® nominations today (Thursday, January 22, 2026), live from the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills via a global livestream on Oscars.org, Oscar.com .
Today, the American Film Institute (AFI) announced the 40th edition of AFI FEST, the institute's annual film festival, presented by Canva, will take place October 21–25 2026 at the TCL Chinese Theatres in the heart of Hollywood.
The Golden Globes ceremony were held this week, and while there were some surprises, the awards followed the emerging awards season pattern, with "One Battle After Another" and "Hamnet" expected to closely compete at the remaining awards ceremonies.
Paramount-Skydance, who filed a motion in a Delaware court to expedite the discovery proceedings into how the streaming giant Netflix arrived at the valuation behind its superior and winning shareholder deal for Warner Bros., has been denied.
Oscar®-nominated actor Danielle Brooks and actor Lewis Pullman will announce the 98th Oscars® Nominations in all 24 categories in a live presentation from the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater, on Thursday, January 22, via global live stream on Oscar.com, Oscars.org.
The American Film Institute (AFI) announced the filmmakers selected for the AFI DWW+ Class of 2027. AFI DWW+ is a tuition-free year-long directing program, that supports emerging narrative filmmakers through the production cycle of a short film.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the newest acquisitions to its expansive Academy Collection, the largest film-related collection in the world, comprising more than 52 million items of film-related objects and materials.
The annual Consumer Electronics Show went live this week in Las Vegas, showcased every gizmo, gadget, robot, smart home feature, and innovation of the future, and included speakers addressing advancing technologies and their impact on everyday lives.
Coming in January, The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, will unveils its latest exhibit, "Filmed in Las Vegas: America's Playground on the Silver Screen," plus its crime and punishment speaker series.
The Poppy Jasper International Film Festival (PJIFF) proudly announces its full feature lineup for the 20th anniversary edition, taking place April 8–15 across Morgan Hill, San Martin, Gilroy, Hollister, and San Juan Bautista, California.
Nearly one week has passed since the brutal murders of Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife, Michelle Singer Reiner, 70, in their Brentwood home, allegedly at the hand of their son, Nick Reiner, 32, who is currently awaiting arraignment.
AREA15, the pulsating hub of art and entertainment parallel to the Las Vegas Strip, unveils its adults-only New Year's Eve experiences designed for every celebration style—from a budget-friendly night of high-energy revelry or an all-inclusive evening of indulgence.
Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club, nestled in the heart of The LINQ Promenade, announces its star-studded entertainment lineup for January. Next month's roster of comedians promises to deliver unmatched entertainment experiences, expected from Las Vegas’ premier comedy hotspot.
Illuminarium Las Vegas invites guests to celebrate the holiday season with festive events from an immersive, Christmas-themed yoga flow to a family-friendly daytime New Year's Eve bash, designed to make December truly memorable.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and YouTube signed a multi-year deal that will give YouTube the exclusive global rights to the Oscars®, beginning in 2029 with the 101st Oscars ceremony and running through 2033.
F1® Arcade Las Vegas, the newly opened 21,000-square-foot entertainment and hospitality destination combining the thrill of Formula 1® with world-class food and cocktails, invites guests to speed into 2026 with two high-energy, adults-only New Year's Eve experiences.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced shortlists in 12 categories for the 98th Academy Awards.® Oscar nomination voting begins January 12, 2026, and Academy Award nominations will be announced January 22, 2026.
New Year's Eve is celebrated with excitement and hope throughout the world. People mark the end of one year and the beginning of another with various traditions, parties, and festivities. Here are some of the most popular activities.
Play Playground, Las Vegas' most playful social game experience, announces its New Year's Eve playdate featuring unlimited access to all large-scale games, a specialty open bar package and more. Play Playground is the ultimate kickoff before the midnight countdown.
Play Playground, Nashville's most playful social game experience and rooftop lounge, announces its high-energy New Year's Eve countdown. The celebration offers guests access to large-scale games, unlimited challenges, a specialty open bar and rooftop views of downtown Nashville.
It was inevitable that Artificial Intelligence would move from an extra role to the lead, embraced by Hollywood studios who understand the critical importance of allowing next generation users to embrace the tentpoles of their business.
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced the Golden Globe nominations celebrating the best in film and television throughout 2025. The Gloden Globe ceremony will be hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser and be broadcast live on January 11, 2026.
After two weeks of speculation, streaming giant Netflix has emerged the winner in the bid to acquire Warner Bros., Discovery studios, surprising analyst and industry insiders, with a bid appropriate for the storied studio's rich Hollywood history.
The New York Film Critics Circle voted today at Film at Lincoln Center for their 2025 award-winners. The awards will be handed out during their annual ceremony on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at TAO Downtown.
Dead Man's Wire, from Row K Entertainment, held its world premiere at AFI Fest 2025, presenting the true story of Tony Kiritsis, a small town folk hero, driven to the edge after a business deal goes bad.
The American Film Institute (AFI) announced today the AFI AWARDS 2025 honorees. The recipients include 10 outstanding motion pictures and 10 outstanding television programs deemed culturally and artistically representative of this year's most significant achievements.
As the first non-committal round of bids were reviewed, Warner Bros Chief David Zaslav has announced the deadline of December 1, 2025, for binding bids, in his pursuit to sell the storied Warner Bros., Discovery and its resources.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced feature films eligible for consideration in the Animated, Documentary and International Feature Film categories for the 98th Academy Awards® to be held on March 15, 2026.
Father, Mother, Sister, Brother, from Mubi, recently screened at AFI Fest and presents three vignettes of families, as adult siblings try to understand their parents and their parents try to connect across estrangement and other forms of distance.
Streaming giant Netflix, Skydance, and Comcast, have each submitted bids to Warner Bros. Chief David Zaslav, for Warner Bros. Discovery, as he shops the storied company in a deal he hopes to conclude by end of year.
The American Film Institute (AFI) Board of Trustees announced today that Eddie Murphy will receive the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award, America’s highest honor for a career in film, at a Gala Tribute on April 18, 2026.
The Chronology of Water, from Forge, recently screened at AFI FEST, presents the story of abuse and recovery, as a young, dedicated swimmer, suddenly falls into the abyss when her life derails as she copes with her abusive past.
Rental Family, which recently screened at the AFI FEST, from Searchlight Pictures, presents a delightfully heartwarming, feel good, comedic drama, as an unemployed actor in modern Tokyo is sent on a gig that changes his life.
The two week standoff between YouTube TV and the Walt Disney Company has ended in a multi-year carriage deal that brings more of Disney's vast library of content to YouTube TV subscribers, including ESPN, ABC, and FX.
Trap House, from Aura Entertainment, presents a DEA action thriller as a team of expertly trained agents faceoff against a Mexican cartel, only to be upended by an unknown gang who begin disrupting the cartels expansion plans.
YouTube TVs 10 million subscribers could be facing a prolonged season without sports content and other programming since the current deal expired, as the streamer and its parent Google tangle with Disney over the high cost of sports content.
"Love Me Tender," directed by Anna Cazenave Combet, won the Critics Award for best film. The documentary film award goes to "Drugged and Abused: No More Shame," and "The Girl in the Snow," won the First Feature award.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, in partnership with CHANEL, hosted the Academy Women's Luncheon in Los Angeles, bringing together women from all facets of the filmmaking community to celebrate the Academy Gold Fellowship for Women.
The American Film Institute announced the Grand Jury Prize winners and Special Mentions for AFI FEST 2025 presented by Canva. Winners for Live Action, Documentary, and Animated Short will be eligible for consideration in the 2026 Oscars.
The New York Film Critics Circle announced it will be adding a new member, Ryan Lattanzio (IndieWire), to vote for the 2025 awards on December 2, 2025. Lattanzio's addition brings the number of active members to 47.
The American Film Institute (AFI) announced the sponsors and partners for AFI FEST 2025 presented by Canva. This year's festival runs from Wednesday, October 22 through Sunday, October 26 in Hollywood, presenting over 160 films.
Nuremberg, from Sony Pictures Classic, brings to the screen arguably the most famous war crimes trial in history, and undercovers the possibility that on a world stage, the Germans and their propaganda machine nearly escaped the deserved punishment.
Rebuilding, from Bleecker Street, presents a film of realities as survivors of a devastating wildfire attempt to navigate the new normal of FEMA living, while investing hope into what appears to be a hopeless future.
The end of year layoff rumors which circulated during the pre-Paramount Skydance merger are moving forward and although the specifics have yet to be announced it is widely speculated that the entire international MTV silo will be shuttered.
Ferraro's Ristorante invites guests to an unforgettable evening of white truffles and Nebbiolo on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. At this extraordinary dinner featuring La Spinetta, guests will savor exceptional wines, paired with the finest Italian truffles.
Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen will be honored with the Los Angeles Press Club's Visionary Humanitarian Award for their support of Alzheimer's patients and their families and will take place December 7, at the Biltmore Hotel.
From Emmy and Peabody Award–winning journalist Mariana van Zeller comes The Hidden Third podcast, a weekly dive into the underground markets that power a third of the global economy, and those trying to shut them down.
The Huntington announces the cast and creative team of Fun Home, a daring musical with music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, based on the novel by Alison Bechdel, and directed by Logan Ellis.
Oscar®-nominated producer and Academy Producers Branch governor Jennifer Fox will return, for a seventh time, to produce the 16th Governors Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor announced today.
As Paramount/Skydance (PSKY) continues its post-acquisition adjustments, a surprising change the purchase of "The Free Press" and its founder, anti-woke conservative opinion columnist, Bari Weiss, was then hired as to lead the CBS newsroom.
The Mob Museum, announces a new partnership with the SlotZilla Zoomline, and upcoming October programs including "The Last Godfather: The Takedown of New York Mafia Boss Joe Massino" and a special screening of "The Night Stalker."
AREA15, the pulse-pounding hub of experiential art and entertainment situated parallel to the Las Vegas Strip, announces ALLEYCVT will headline the 2025 New Year's Eve Masquerade party. Taking place on Wednesday, Dec. 31 in the outdoor A-Lot.
The 2025 New York BagelFest, presented by King Arthur Baking Company, will take over Citi Field on Sunday, November 16, transforming the iconic venue into a culinary epicenter celebrating one of the world's most beloved foods.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences tonight honored its student winners from colleges and universities around the world at the 52nd Student Academy Awards® ceremony. Gold, Silver and Bronze placements were announced and trophies presented.
Disgraced Hip Hop mogul Sean Combs finally heard his fate as a Manhattan judge sentenced the founder of Bad Boy Records to 50 months in prison in addition to time served for his prostitution related conviction.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences today revealed an exciting lineup of presenters from across the world of Daytime television who will take the stage at the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards on Friday, October 17.
The American Film Institute (AFI) unveiled the full lineup of films screening at this year's AFI FEST presented by Canva, taking place in LA from October 22-26. Passes and bundles are now available at FEST.AFI.com.
At a press conference held at the Beverly Hills Résidence de France, members of the Franco-American Cultural Fund and The American French Film Festival Programmer announced the full lineup of films and series to be presented at the Festival.
Alina Simone and Marlén Viñayo have been selected as the recipients of the 2025 Academy Gold Fellowship for Women , an annual fellowship awarded by the Academy. The fellowship is presented in partnership with CHANEL.
Late night host Jimmy Kimmel returned to the airwaves this week, after a brief suspension over ill-timed and misunderstood words, which were taken out of context and eventually caused, both a crossover of support for First Amendment rights.
The American Film Institute (AFI) announced today that JAY KELLY, NUREMBERG, DEAD MAN'S WIRE and CHRISTY will complete the Red Carpet Premieres section, at this year's AFI FEST presented by Canva scheduled from October 22 -26, 2025.
The Television Academy Foundation announced the submission period for the 45th College Television Awards, a spring 2026 ceremony that rewards excellence in student-produced storytelling from colleges and universities nationwide, along with two additions to the program.
Late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has found himself in the middle of a ballooning First Amendment controversy, as the comedian was suspended indefinitely over words that apparently created a firestorm of MAGA backlash.
Artist Cj Hendry brings her playful, immersive art experience Flower Market to New York City's Rockefeller Center from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21 from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST on Center Plaza.
Stand Up for Heroes, New York City's highly anticipated night of hope, healing and laughter, presented by the Bob Woodruff Foundation and the New York Comedy Festival (NYCF), returns as part of the November 7-16 NYCF festival.
NATAS announced that actor, producer, and Daytime Emmy® Award-winning host Mario Lopez will host the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards to take place Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.
Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club, announces its star-studded entertainment lineup for October. Continuing its tradition as the ultimate venue for late-night comedy, the club will welcome new comedic guests as well as offer top-tier casual dining and unique memorabilia.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) has announced the honorees for the upcoming 76th Annual Technology and Engineering Emmy Awards. The ceremony is set to take place on December 4, 2025 at Prince George's Ballroom in New York City.
Today, the American Film Institute (AFI) announced that THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS from Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Movies, in association with Domain Entertainment and MRC, will have its World Premiere at AFI FEST 2025 presented by Canva.
SFiFF today announced that this year's festival will open with Netflix's Frankenstein, the highly anticipated film from Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and close with James Vanderbilt's Nuremberg. The festival will take place October 15–20, 2025.
Unistellar today announces the creation of Stellar Collective, an independent organisation which is set to host a new kind of conference dedicated to participatory science in astronomy set to take place at Boise State University, Idaho.
The First Annual Scott and Davy's Shakedown Throwdown Concert Series, a free two-day concert on October 11-12, 2025, in Vail, Colorado, the heart of the Rocky Mountains has a powerful mission: Supporting mental health awareness.
The assassination of right-wing conservative political activist Charlie Kirk has reverberated throughout the media world as parent companies sought to minimize the fallout from political commentators who proffered comments on his Trump aligned pro-nationalism position with terminations.
Today, The Wild Honey Pie announce their signature Pizza Party with the cast of Broadway's Chicago the Musical, which will take place on October 8th at Brooklyn's Paulie Gee's restaurant. Presented By Spindrift.® Tickets Available HERE.
As part of the pre-announcements of the program for the 29th edition of The American French Film Festival (TAFFF), held in Hollywood, beginning October 28, the French American Cultural Fund has just released this year's documentary line up.
Today, the American Film Institute (AFI) announced that the World Premiere of Focus Features' SONG SUNG BLUE, written and directed by Craig Brewer, will close the 39th edition of AFI FEST presented by Canva on Sunday, October 26.
From Blue Soap here's a selection of our rock releases covering every genre from psych and indie to grunge. Your support is always hugely appreciated, so as ever please do drop me a line if you'd like to interview or feature any of our artists and I'll make arrangements.
Operation Barkhane, initiated by former President François Hollande, with the goal of curbing radical Islamicmilitias in Northern Africa, has continue for eight years. The billion euro annual debt, coupled with the pandemic has made the operation expendable.
The 19th annual Golden Eagle film award ceremony for outstanding achievements in the field of cinematography as voted on by the National Academy of Cinematic Arts and Sciences of Russia took place in the legendary Mosfilm studio.
President Obama called for complete disclosure to members of the media regarding the killing of two citizens, one American and one Italian, held captive by Al-Qaeda terrorists during a counterterror strike in January authorized by his office.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced its newly elected 2018–19 Board of Governors, who assume their posts as of July 1. A runoff election is required for the Producers Branch.
Jordan Yale Levine and Jordan Beckerman of Yale Entertainment have announced the formation of their new international film sales and distribution company, Great Escape with veteran Nicholas Donnermeyer and plan to launch at the virtual European Film Market.
The Pan Asian Repertory Theatre proudly announces the cast for the world premiere of MY MAN KONO. This highly anticipated production, written by Philip W. Chung, and directed by Jeff Liu, will run from February 6 – March 9, 2025.
Chase Contemporary is pleased to announce the first solo exhibition in the United States with British artists The Connor Brothers, in partnership with British brand Maddox gallery, entitled "A Dangerous Idea," on view beginning Thursday, January 31, 2019.
Nominated for best traditional country album at the 68th Grammy Awards, Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Lukas Nelson releases American Romance, too today, a new two-song collection featuring "A Certain Someone" and "The Last Wild River." Listen/share HERE.
DJing is hard work, and like any other talent it requires a preparation and boldness to be done properly. An aspiring DJ needs to learn the tricks of the trade, have knowledge of tunes that move, and marketing.
Bridgend presents a shocking true story of the suicide epidemic in South Wales that overwhelmed a village as one by one their youth decided that dying was a better alternative, the soul stirring accounts are gripping in their portrayals.
When award-winning hip-hop artist Brinson Wright was just 4 years old, he was given a cassette tape containing the song "Bible Break" by Stephen Wiley (regarded as the godfather of Christian rap), and a seed was planted.
