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Cannes 2026 Lineup Highlights Star Power Amid Studio Silence
entertainment2 days ago

Cannes 2026 Lineup Highlights Star Power Amid Studio Silence

Cannes unveils a star‑studded 2026 lineup led by Almodóvar, Kore-eda, and Farhadi, but Hollywood studios are notably sparse, prompting questions about whether studios fear festival buzz and marketing hurdles; festival director Thierry Fremaux notes the US will be present but less so, with tentpole titles having surfaced previously and Toy Story 5 still unannounced, suggesting Cannes’ prestige endures even as studio presence shifts.

Cannes 2026 Lineup: Sachs, Farhadi, Almodóvar & Kore-eda Lead Competition
film2 days ago

Cannes 2026 Lineup: Sachs, Farhadi, Almodóvar & Kore-eda Lead Competition

Cannes 2026 unveils a star-studded competition slate led by Ira Sachs’s The Man I Love, with Asghar Farhadi, Pedro Almodóvar, Hirokazu Kore-eda among the filmmakers debuting new works; opening film is Pierre Salvadori’s The Electric Kiss, and John Travolta’s Propeller One-Way will also screen, as the festival runs May 12–23 with premieres, special screenings (including John Lennon: The Last Interview), and Midnight titles alongside a larger lineup.

Cannes 2026 Lineup Forecast: A Bold Preview Ahead of the Official Announcement
entertainment2 days ago

Cannes 2026 Lineup Forecast: A Bold Preview Ahead of the Official Announcement

Ahead of the official lineup reveal for the 79th Cannes Film Festival, this article presents a detailed forecast for the Competition slate and side programs (Un Certain Regard, Midnight, Out of Competition, Cannes Première, and Special Screenings). It cites rumored and predicted titles such as After, All of a Sudden, Bitter Christmas, and Butterfly Jam as part of the Competition lineup, notes that Park Chan-wook will chair the jury, and frames Cannes as a pivotal awards-season launchpad, while inviting readers to discuss which films might ultimately be included.

Studio Spotlight and Star-Powered Buzz at Sundance 2026
entertainment2 months ago

Studio Spotlight and Star-Powered Buzz at Sundance 2026

LA Times’ Sundance 2026 live coverage chronicles celebrity drop-ins at the festival studio, previews and first looks at films like Charli XCX’s The Moment and Carousel, plus in-depth pieces on Wu-Tang’s The Disciple and other premieres, alongside industry chatter about indie financing and Warner Bros.’ new specialty label as the Park City festival rolls on.

TIFF 2025 Lineup Features Star-Studded World Premieres and Debuts
entertainment8 months ago

TIFF 2025 Lineup Features Star-Studded World Premieres and Debuts

The 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September 2025 will showcase a diverse lineup of world premieres, including films from renowned directors and emerging talents from over 30 countries, with a focus on cinematic excellence and global storytelling, culminating in the Closing Night Gala featuring Anne Émond’s 'Peak Everything.'

entertainment1 year ago

Sundance 2025: Star-Studded Lineup Features JLo, Sly Stone, and More

The 2025 Sundance Film Festival, running from January 23 to February 2, will feature a diverse lineup of 87 feature films and six episodic projects, including works by Jennifer Lopez, Sylvester Stallone, and Jacinda Ardern. The festival will showcase a mix of big-name projects, political documentaries, and emerging voices in independent cinema, with 96% of the films being world premieres. Notable entries include documentaries on Vladimir Putin and Jacinda Ardern, and a potential relocation of the festival from Park City is under consideration for 2027.

"Billie Eilish Opens Up About Emotional Struggles Behind 'Barbie' Song at Palm Springs Gala"
entertainment2 years ago

"Billie Eilish Opens Up About Emotional Struggles Behind 'Barbie' Song at Palm Springs Gala"

The Palm Springs International Film Festival Gala was an emotional event where Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas received the Chairman’s Award for their song from "Barbie," and Paul Giamatti was honored with the Icon Award, reflecting on his career and personal losses. Greta Gerwig accepted the Director of the Year award, and other stars like Carey Mulligan, Cillian Murphy, and Emma Stone were also recognized. The festival celebrates cinema achievements and runs from January 4-15.