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Telluride's Secret Screening Triggers A24 Buyout Buzz
Telluride debuted a mystery film reportedly purchased by A24, described as a hybrid near-three-hour documentary with a Q&A to follow. Rumors swirl that it could be Nathan Fielder’s Elizabeth Holmes project, but there’s no official confirmation yet; the film remains tightly under wraps as industry watchers speculate on its identity and future release.
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Hansen says A24 pressed for NDA to view Primetime screening
Chris Hansen claims A24 wouldn’t show him Primetime unless he signed away rights to his name, image and potential legal rights; A24 says it was merely a standard NDA for a preview to prevent leaks. Hansen’s lawyers reportedly advised against signing, and the film—about his show To Catch A Predator—is headed for a Venice premiere before a broader release.
Netflix Drops New East Of Eden Stills Ahead of Oct. 1 Debut
Netflix released fresh images and confirmed an October 1 premiere for East Of Eden, a modern TV adaptation starring Florence Pugh as Cathy Ames with Zoe Kazan scripting and a focus on the Trask multigenerational saga; the digest also notes Sebastian Stan clarifying his Batman Part II role amid fan speculation, Tom Holland’s projected $100 million payday from Brand New Day, and Vin Diesel signaling Fast Forever could begin filming in December as a possible emotional finale.
Wicker nipples ignite internet as Skarsgård steps into wicker-world romance
The trailer for the surreal comedy-romance Wicker features Alexander Skarsgård as a living wicker husband crafted for Olivia Colman’s lonely fisherwoman, spurring online chatter over the wicker-nipple prop; Skarsgård jokes about his “dream” of wicker nipples, and the film, with Peter Dinklage as the craftsman, is set for a UK release on October 30.
Sadie Sink Cast as Jean Grey in Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Variety confirms Sadie Sink is playing Jean Grey in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, with the mutant leveraging psychic powers to infiltrate Damage Control, briefly taking control of Hulk, and ultimately being captured; the plot threads hint at future X‑Men ties and a potential Xavier School era within the MCU.
Carrey Praises The Mask Director Chuck Russell as a Career Jewel
Jim Carrey paid tribute to the late Chuck Russell, the director of The Mask, praising the on‑set atmosphere he created and calling the film one of the jewels of Carrey’s creative life. Russell, who died at 74, directed the 1994 hit that also launched Cameron Diaz and featured groundbreaking effects; Carrey’s tribute underscores the film’s enduring significance in his career.
Sony, Alamo Drafthouse Plot 2028 Revival for Cinerama Dome
Sony Pictures Entertainment will reopen the Cinerama Dome in Culver City in early 2028 after extensive renovations, preserving its iconic 86-foot curved screen and 70mm/35mm capabilities, while Alamo Drafthouse will relaunch the former Hollywood Arclight nearby under its brand as a West Coast flagship, offering repertory screenings and premium programming as part of a long-term lease with Robertson Properties Group.
Nolan Signals a Multi-Year Gap Before Next Film After Odyssey
Christopher Nolan says it will be at least three years before he makes another movie after pushing himself to the limit on The Odyssey, which was shot entirely in Imax; he argues studios must take risks and audiences crave new, challenging cinema.
Anthony Ippolito Channels Stallone in Behind-the-Scenes Rocky Biopic
Anthony Ippolito stars as Sylvester Stallone in the biographical drama I Play Rocky, a behind-the-scenes look at how Stallone fought to get Rocky made for under $1 million. The cast includes Stephan James, AnnaSophia Robb, Matt Dillon, Toby Kebbell and more, with Peter Farrelly directing for Amazon MGM. The film chronicles Stallone’s drive to become Rocky Balboa, and opens in theaters this November.
Serkis Directs Gollum On Set in The Hunt for Gollum Motion-Capture Return
Deadline debuts on-set footage of Andy Serkis directing The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, with Serkis in a motion-capture suit as he returns to play Gollum; the project is set between The Hobbit and The Fellowship of the Ring and highlights advances in facial and performance capture that enable more nuanced outdoor shooting.
Paramount Secures U.S. Rights to Elm Street Screenplay for Primal-Branded Reboot
Paramount has acquired the U.S. rights to the original 1984 A Nightmare on Elm Street screenplay from the Craven estate, with New Line retaining international rights; no writer is attached yet. The deal, which is unrelated to the Warner Bros. Discovery merger, leverages copyright law allowing authors to regain rights after 35 years. Produced by the Craven estate’s Labunka and Marc Toberoff, with Lifshitz and Margules as executive producers, the project will launch under Paramount’s new genre label, Paramount Primal, as a reboot of Freddy Krueger. The Elm Street franchise comprises eight films that have grossed over $438 million worldwide, highlighting a strong potential for a budget-conscious horror reboot.