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What Does Beatlemania Have to Teach Us About Pop Culture Today?

This conversation between two authors who happen to share the same name: BBC and Channel 4 broadcaster Samira Ahmed, whose A Hard Day’s Night in Bloomsbury’s BFI Film Classics series just released this month in the US/Canada, and Little, Brown’s bestselling author

Jelly Roll Clarifies Political Views, Regrets Not Taking “Opportunity to Speak Up” at Grammys

The singer-songwriter opened up about his beliefs during his final night guest hosting 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' after a Trump joke he made earlier in the week sparked backlash from conservatives.

Jelly Roll Finally Addresses His Political Views: ‘Human Dignity Isn’t Republican or Democrat’

The country singer delivered an emotional monologue while guest-hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live

Artificial intelli-gents: 12 inhuman pop culture tech bros

Though few pieces of media mention Mark Zuckerberg by name, he's forever shaped the way a certain type of Silicon Valley villain looks.

Castration Movie Chapter iii.ii: Junior Ghosts – Premorphic Drift review – skin-crawlingly close to the bone

Louise Weard’s sprawling trans anthology gets its most accessible entry yet with Chapter iii.ii, a bracingly honest, handheld study of a fractured relationship. ]]>

Bitter Christmas review – dazzling, late-period jewel

Pedro Almodóvar is on a career-best streak, and this self-lacerating study of a filmmaker mining her friends‘ heartbreak for art is another triumph in his late-period run. ]]>

Louisa Connolly-Burnham’s 'KULT' of darkly sensual filmmaking

As her sex-addicted intimacy coordinator takes the short film world by storm, we look at how Louisa Connolly-Burnham champions women-led storytelling both in front and behind the camera. ]]>

His Web Connects Us All: every Spider-Man movie, ranked by the Letterboxd community

With Spider-Man: Brand New Day breaking box-office records, we weave a not-so-tangled web: the Letterboxd community’s ranking of every solo big-screen adventure for the friendly neighborhood wall-crawler, from best to worst.

Flesh and Fluids: Jane Schoenbrun on fighting repression through Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma

As Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma emerges into theaters, filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun speaks with Mitchell Beaupre about the film’s multiple-climax structure, the angelic qualities of Hannah Einbinder and repression as the ultimate enemy.

Litterboxd: twenty fantastic film felines for International Cat Day

To celebrate International Cat Day, we’re counting off twenty beloved cats and kittens from movie history, from animated Disney icons to purr-fect pals from global arthouse hits.

The Secret Life of Bees: Andrew Patterson and Matthew McConaughey on The Rivals of Amziah King

As The Rivals of Amziah King swarms its way into theaters, Matthew McConaughey and writer-director Andrew Patterson reflect on the film’s distinctive, potluck-style combination of music, community and beekeeping.

Unreleased Gems (August 2026): Your chance to watch three festival film favorites that haven’t been released anywhere else, for a limited time only

From recent discoveries yet to begin their distribution journey, to hidden gems that slipped through the cracks—these standout films have been out of reach for most of our members, until now.

Lights Up: a starter pack of twenty fantastic films with transformative movie theater scenes

There is no rigid criteria or genre when it comes to iconic movie theater scenes in films—spanning the full gamut, Rory Doherty rounds up twenty of the most transportative, from In the Mouth of Madness to Babylon and more.

Strange Connection: Gregg Araki and Joseph Gordon-Levitt on the lingering power of Mysterious Skin

With Mysterious Skin returning to US theaters in a new 4K restoration, Gregg Araki and Joseph Gordon-Levitt reflect with Ariel LeBeau on how their film’s fraught, sensitive vision of abuse and its aftereffects continues to resonate decades later.

2026 Fall Festival Preview: our most anticipated autumn film festival premieres

Vigilante revenge sagas, taut psychological thrillers, the return of a legendary movie monster and new efforts from Oscar-nominated writer-directors are among our most anticipated films of the 2026 fall film festival season.

Top Dog: a starter pack of twenty films with iconic canine co-stars

In celebration of International Dog Day, we’re counting off twenty beloved pooches and pups from movie history, from faithful claymation creations to underdogs you can’t help but root for.

Lucid Dreamers and Open Roads: Shatara Michelle Ford on belonging and on-screen fantasies in Dreams in Nightmares

With their sophomore feature Dreams in Nightmares finally reaching theaters, Shatara Michelle Ford tells Adesola Thomas about the fantasies and winding journey of their dramatic, comedic, experimental and unabashedly erotic film.

The 99 Most Memorable Venice Film Festival Looks of All Time

Known as one of the most glamorous film festivals in the world, you can always count on spellbinding style in Venice. See the best celebrity looks here over the years.

Tom Cruise’s ‘Days of Thunder’ Sequel Set for June 2028 with Anne Hathaway Joining

Jonathan Levine is directing the sequel to the 1990 NASCAR film.

‘Coyote vs. Acme,’ Viewed as Unreleasable by Warner Bros., Just Beat a Jacob Elordi and Ridley Scott Movie at the Box Office

"Coyote vs. Acme" opened in second place with $15.4 million while "The Dog Stars" flopped with $8 million.

‘Lanterns’ Review: Episode 3 Reveals John Stewart’s Stunning ‘OutKast’ Origin Story — Spoilers

In its best episode to date, HBO's original series examines what John Stewart, a Black man in America, had to do to earn the same job as his white predecessor.

Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall’ Will World Premiere at This Year’s New York Film Festival

PTA’s latest captures the Geese frontman’s stripped-down 2025 set at the iconic venue.

‘The Social Reckoning,’ ‘Cliff Booth,’ and ‘Artificial’ Had Reshoots. Why Is That a Disaster?

Are three upcoming films from major directors really in trouble, or has a six-month awards season made us dumber (not smarter) about film production?

Hanuman Ansh box office collection: Made for Rs 2 cr, film earns 40.13 cr; surpasses first 3 weeks’ total haul

Mirzapur The Movie gets ‘A’ certificate; CBFC orders cuts to intimate scenes and words

England 'just humans' as Ireland target ODI upset

Ireland captain Gaby Lewis says favourites England are "just humans" before the three-game ODI series between the sides.

Zurich Bolsters Position As Awards Circuit Stop-Off As ‘Bunker’, ‘Club Kid’ & ‘Adult Supervision’ Join Gala Lineup

The Zurich Film Festival has unveiled Bunker, Ink, Babies and Club Kid as fresh additions to its gala program.

Christine Boylan Strikes First-Look Deal With Paramount TV Studios

EXCLUSIVE: Paramount Television Studios is continuing to beef up its roster of television writers and producers.

Norman Reedus Joins Apple TV’s ‘Disavowed’

Norman Reedus (The Walking Dead franchise) is the latest to join the series regular cast of Apple TV’s Disavowed, the upcoming action-packed thriller created by Art Marcum and Matt Holloway (Iron Man, Uncharted).

Dolly Parton Estate Sets DollyFest Celebrations In Nashville & London

The Dolly Parton Estate has announced two DollyFest celebrations in honor of the late country music icon set for 2027 in Nashville, TN and London, England.

Jason Momoa, Tenoch Huerta, Adria Arjona & Kiefer Sutherland Join Miles Teller in John Swab Thriller ‘Copperhead’; Black Bear Launching Sales At TIFF

EXCLUSIVE: Black Label Media has added four to the cast of its thriller Copperhead starring Miles Teller: Jason Momoa, Tenoch Huerta, Adria Arjona and Kiefer Sutherland.

Israeli police banned this film, then it landed on an Oscars shortlist

Roger Waters joins over 100 artists demanding support for Gaza at Venice Film Festival

The Pink Floyd frontman signs alongside directors Matteo Garrone, Isabel Coixet and actors Guy Pierce and Alia Shawkat.

What to watch on Apple TV: The best shows streaming right now

From Widow's Bay and Schmigadoon! to Severance and For All Mankind, these are the best shows on Apple TV right now.

At long last, Hooters' cinematic origin story will be told

One of the founders of the "breastaurant" chain will serve as a screenwriter on the buddy comedy-esque Hooters: The Movie .

Outsmarting AI slop with a desire for the absurd and original

Audiences are wising up and getting what they deserve from movies and TV.

Shailene Woodley still pretty bummed she got cut as Andrew Garfield's Mary Jane

Woodley filmed scenes as MJ for The Amazing Spider-Man 2 before finding out a year later she'd been cut from the movie.

Liz Meriwether says maybe the real New Girl reunion was the weird little feuds we had along the way

Elizabeth Meriwether is busy, undeniably. The New Girl creator has had five whole other TV shows on the air since her beloved Fox sitcom finished in 2018, ...

What's on TV this week—Chad Powers and The Gentlemen return for season 2

Here is what's happening on TV from Sunday, August 30 through Saturday, September 5, 2026.

GOP campaign arms ask Supreme Court to intervene in TV ad rate case

The GOP’s campaign arms asked the Supreme Court on Friday to step in and allow them to buy television ads at the cheapest rate ahead of the midterms after a federal appeals court ruled that only candidates are entitled to the special rate.

Pokémon: Wild Card Anime Film Announced for 2027

CloverWorks animates 1st new anime film in franchise in 6+ years

Ikkado Ito's The Long Summer of August 31 Manga Gets TV Anime, Live-Action Series Adaptations

SHAFT to produce anime adaptation

Aniplex to Publish Fate/Extra Record Game; Kazuya Nino Leaves Type-Moon studio BB, Steps Down as Game's Director

Nino leaves Type-Moon studio BB due to personal reasons

'The Strongest Man, Born From Misfortune' TV Anime Reveals Promo Video, 2 Characters

Anime based on Fukufuku's light novel series to debut in 2027

Music Ray'n Suspends Activities of Voice Actress Moka Hinata, States She 'Engaged in Conduct That Damaged Trust'

Hinata's activities suspended until end of December this year

FX Fighter Kurumi-chan TV Anime Reveals October 1 Debut in Main Promo Video

Star Aina Suzuki performs opening theme

The Power of Spin - An Interview with the BEYBLADE X Team

What's next for the iconic game as it continues to grow?

Sony Music Entertainment Japan, GungHo Online Entertainment Form Capital, Business Alliance

Business alliance to possibly see joint development of games, development of new game projects including utilization of Sony IPs

My Stepmother and Stepsisters Aren't Wicked TV Anime Reveals 3 More Cast Members

Riho Sugiyama as Takiko Mizuse, Ai Kakuma as Homare Takanashi, Minami Tsuda as Chiyo Mitsunaka

Japan's Video Game Rankings, August 17-23

Steins;Gate Re:Boot for Switch 2 debuts at #4, for PS5 at #5

Blank Canvas: My So-Called Artist's Journey Live-Action Film Review

Higashimura, who created the manga and co-wrote the movie’s script, leans into the complex, ambiguous nature of her relationship with Hidaka.

Kodansha Annnounces Buzz or Die Visual Novel for PC

Indie game creator Bon's game launches on Steam in 2026

Pluto TV Adds Mononoke, Terror in Resonance, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress, More Anime

Streaming service launches linear channels "It's Anime," "Big A Anime"

ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Sangwon Joins BOYNEXTDOOR’s Sungho As New MC For “Music Core”

ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Sangwon will be joining BOYNEXTDOOR’s Sungho as an MC of “Music Core”!

Watch: Koo Kyo Hwan Grows Stronger Every Time He Dies In New Film “Reawaken Man: The Red” Teaser

The upcoming film “Reawaken Man: The Red” has released a new teaser!

Watch: Choi Min Sik And Han So Hee Lead A Colorful Office Ensemble In New “The Intern” Behind-The-Scenes Video

The upcoming film “The Intern” has unveiled a new poster and behind-the-scenes video!

Silo Author Hugh Howey's Favorite Movie Is An Unexpected '90s Gem

Silo author Hugh Howey's favorite movie is surprisingly not a science-fiction flick, but it's still a fantastic watch worth checking out.

A Marvel TV Show Ripped Off One Of Steven Spielberg's Most Underrated Movies

Steven Spielberg was understandably displeased when an episode of The Incredible Hulk repurposed some footage from one his film.

Roger Ebert Praised Billy Bob Thornton's Remake Of A Classic '70s Movie

Roger Ebert was taken with this Billy Bob Thornton-led remake of a classic '70s movie that the critic had a personal issue with.

The Winds Of Winter Can Fix The Game Of Thrones Ending With One Thing: Dinosaurs

Canonically, the world of Game of Thrones has living, breathing dinosaurs living at the same time as all the other characters from that series.

Madonna's Pay For Co-Starring In Warren Beatty's Dick Tracy Movie Was Unbelievably Low

Madonna was paid very little money to co-star in Dick Tracy, but she benefitted professionally from the movie in other ways.

Rob McElhenney's Game Of Thrones Cameo Explained

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's Rob Mac (née McElhenney) once popped up on Game of Thrones in a brief but darkly amusing cameo.

This WWI Dark Fantasy Novel Is Like A One-Take Movie In Book Form

Similar to how 1917 is designed to look like a one-take movie, this dark World War I fantasy novel is written entirely in one sentence.

Laika's Wildwood Will Be Unlike Most American Animated Movies In Two Key Ways

Wildwood is shaping up to be one of Laika's biggest swings yet, judging by the stop-motion animated film's rating and runtime.

Bruce Campbell's Elvis-Themed, Low-Budget Horror Movie Deserves A Bigger Audience

Bruce Campbell's Elvis wrestled with mortality, and with an ancient Egyptian mummy, in this overlooked low-budget comedy horror movie.

Onslaught Review: Adam Wingard's Wild, Bloody Action Movie Goes Full John Carpenter

Adam Wingard's Onslaught is an unabashedly violent grindhouse grab bag that channels the best of John Carpenter. Here's our review.

Lanterns Episode 3 Gives The 'Chosen One' Superhero Trope A Much-Needed Twist

Lanterns Episode 3 gives us a new origin story for John Stewart and it ends up being a much-needed twist on a familiar superhero trope.

Reacher Season 4 Makes Big Changes To The Original Book – And It's Clear Why [Set Visit]

As soon as the decision was made to adapt Lee Child's Gone Tomorrow for Reacher Season 4, it was clear that changes needed to be made to the story. Here's why.

‘Rocky’ Is the Story of an Underdog, Created by an Underdog, That Has Spawned Box-Office Champions for Half a Century

Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor when he was inspired by a real boxing match to write the film that became a legend. This year, the origin story of the franchise turns 50.

2026 Fall TV Preview: Find Out What’s On Each Night

Get an early look at the rundown from Monday - Sunday on each broadcast network, plus upcoming offerings from cable and streaming services.

‘Onslaught’ Review: Adria Arjona Shines in Adam Wingard’s Intriguingly Colorful, Ultimately Underwhelming Action Thriller

Dan Stevens, Drew Starkey and Rebecca Hall also star in the picture co-written by Simon Barrett, about an Army vet whose trailer park is attacked by a trio of experimental super soldiers.

Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way and Dax Dasilva Board Soleil Moon Frye’s Shifty Shellshock Doc

'Werewolf in the Waves,' shot predominantly on Frye's iPhone, centers on a reunion with Seth Binzer, aka Shifty, an old friend from childhood, a connection that evolved to a tragic love story amid his relapse.

Dolly Parton Estate Announces 2027 Dollyfest Shows in Nashville, London

Parton's estate described the shows as "a global double-day, double-weekend, double-continent party of a lifetime."

Marty Nadler, Writer, Producer and Longtime Garry Marshall Contributor, Dies at 80

The stand-up comedian worked with his fellow Bronx native on ‘Happy Days,’ ‘Laverne & Shirley,’ ‘Pretty Woman,’ ‘The Princess Diaries 2’ and more.

‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood’ Returns — and Reunions Don’t Last Long

Did Julia, Henry and their newborn baby William travel through the infamous standing stones of Craigh Na Dun?

Norman Reedus Boards Apple TV Spy Thriller ‘Disavowed’

The 'Walking Dead' mainstay will star opposite James Marsden in the series.

‘Off Campus’ Star Stephen Kalyn Joins ‘The Housemaid’s Secret’

The actor joins Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst and Paul Anthony Kelly.

How Andrew Scott Took on the Role of a Lifetime in ‘Elsinore’

The Dublin native portrays a closeted actor dying of AIDS while preparing to play Hamlet on stage: “This film is so much about everything in my life.”

‘Tires’ Renewed for Season 4 by Netflix

And Shane Gillis is excited beyond words.

HBO to Develop Mystery Series ‘Imposter’ From Kalos Chu, ‘Penguin’ Creator Lauren LeFranc to Produce

HBO is developing the dark mystery series “Imposter,” Variety has learned.