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fromThe Atlantic
7 hours ago

How I Accidentally Inspired a Major Chinese Motion Picture

"Clash in many ways borrows from the real-life story of the Chongqing Dockers, a group of Chinese men and their American coach who navigated challenges to form an American football team."
Film
#mike-flanagan
Film
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Midnight Mass director's new Stephen King movie looks more hopeful than horrifying

Stephen King's story The Life of Chuck gets a heartfelt movie adaptation by Mike Flanagan, diverging from classic horror to explore life's beauty.
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Review: Life of Chuck' is a Stephen King movie that gets it right

Stephen King's The Life of Chuck showcases reflective themes of life and connection, distinctly different from his horror works.
Director Mike Flanagan adeptly translates King's introspective tale to film, balancing emotional tones.
Podcast
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Mark Hamill on Mike Flanagan's Adaptation of Stephen King's The Life of Chuck: Podcast

Mark Hamill considers 'The Life of Chuck' one of his most special career experiences, praising its emotional depth and positive message.
Film
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Midnight Mass director's new Stephen King movie looks more hopeful than horrifying

Stephen King's story The Life of Chuck gets a heartfelt movie adaptation by Mike Flanagan, diverging from classic horror to explore life's beauty.
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Review: Life of Chuck' is a Stephen King movie that gets it right

Stephen King's The Life of Chuck showcases reflective themes of life and connection, distinctly different from his horror works.
Director Mike Flanagan adeptly translates King's introspective tale to film, balancing emotional tones.
Podcast
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Mark Hamill on Mike Flanagan's Adaptation of Stephen King's The Life of Chuck: Podcast

Mark Hamill considers 'The Life of Chuck' one of his most special career experiences, praising its emotional depth and positive message.
#a24
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago
Video games

Report: Elden Ring Movie Officially In The Works At A24, Alex Garland Set To Direct

Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Conclave director signs Brad Pitt for long-awaited adaptation of The Riders

Edward Berger to direct Brad Pitt in film adaptation of Tim Winton's The Riders.
A24 is financing the film produced by Ridley Scott, with David Kajganich as writer.
Film
fromPolygon
1 week ago

Before A24's Death Stranding, watch Pig

A24 is producing a Death Stranding movie aimed at exploring a new story in the video game's universe.
Video games
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

What Would an Elden Ring Movie Even Look Like?

Bandai Namco announces a film adaptation of Elden Ring partnering with A24 and director Alex Garland.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

Report: Elden Ring Movie Officially In The Works At A24, Alex Garland Set To Direct

A24 confirms a live-action Elden Ring movie directed by Alex Garland is in production.
Film
fromVulture
3 days ago

Mikey Madison, You Will Be Poe-pular

A24's adaptation of The Masque of the Red Death aims to bring a timely exploration of death with Mikey Madison taking on a dual role.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
2 weeks ago

Elden Ring Film in the Works at A24 With Alex Garland Set to Direct

Elden Ring will get a live-action film adaptation by A24, directed by Alex Garland, highlighting the growing trend of video game adaptations.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Conclave director signs Brad Pitt for long-awaited adaptation of The Riders

Edward Berger to direct Brad Pitt in film adaptation of Tim Winton's The Riders.
A24 is financing the film produced by Ridley Scott, with David Kajganich as writer.
#wicked
Video games
fromInverse
3 days ago

A Legendary Horror Studio Is Adapting An Infamously Scary Video Game

Phasmophobia, a horror game, is being adapted into a feature film by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Will Ferrell to bring Eurovision musical to Broadway

Will Ferrell is adapting his film 'Eurovision Song Contest' into a Broadway musical, continuing its celebration of the beloved song competition.
#guillermo-del-toro
fromInverse
6 days ago
Independent films

94 Years Later, The Original Sci-Fi Horror Story Is Getting The Movie It Deserves

Independent films
fromInverse
6 days ago

94 Years Later, The Original Sci-Fi Horror Story Is Getting The Movie It Deserves

Guillermo del Toro's upcoming adaptation of Frankenstein may finally deliver a faithful and visually stunning retelling of Mary Shelley's classic tale.
Film
fromwww.indiewire.com
1 week ago

Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein' Teaser: Oscar Isaac Resurrects Jacob Elordi in Gothic Retelling

Guillermo Del Toro's adaptation of 'Frankenstein' focuses on emotional themes of fatherhood and sonship, featuring Jacob Elordi as the creature.
Film
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein trailer is alive, ALIVE!

Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Frankenstein, featuring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi, is set for release on Netflix this November.
Film
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
4 days ago

Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein Teaser Promises a Haunting Gothic Revival | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Frankenstein will deeply explore themes of identity and emotional neglect, emphasizing his distinctive gothic storytelling.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

What to know about Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi

Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" on Netflix features Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi, promising a faithful adaptation of the classic novel.
The trailer reveals a gothic vision for the story, emphasizing the dark themes of creation and consequence.
Video games
fromGameSpot
6 days ago

Sydney Sweeney-Starring Split Fiction Movie From Deadpool Writers Gets A Key Update

Amazon MGM Studios is close to acquiring rights for the Split Fiction movie featuring Sydney Sweeney, directed by John M. Chu.
Film
fromInverse
1 week ago

35 Years Ago, Arnold Schwarzenegger's Sci-Fi Cult Classic Repeated A Weird Blade Runner Trick

Total Recall masterfully adapts Philip K. Dick's work into a groundbreaking sci-fi film that questions the nature of memory and identity.
Independent films
fromFoleyhoag
10 months ago

How Original! The Oscars and the Craft of Derivative Works

Adaptations of existing art are prevalent among Oscar nominees and successful films, driven by copyright law and derivative works.
#elden-ring
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Walk on the wild side: Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs on their epic hiking movie The Salt Path

Winn's response to a double catastrophe in her life in 2013 was to embark on the lengthy South West Coast Path walk with her husband, Moth.
Film
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago

LEGO Twister Diorama spins up a nostalgic storm, relives chaos of the movie as an interactive collectible - Yanko Design

The Twister Diorama captures the essence of the film's thrilling storm chasing and includes recognizable elements like the motorized tornado and iconic minifigures.
Film
#video-games
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Video games

Critics are split on whether 'A Minecraft Movie' is great or the worst film yet of 2025. It'll probably be a hit regardless.

fromVG247
2 months ago
Film

Don't expect a lot of noise about the Death Stranding film anytime soon; the director of The Quiet Place: Day One has just been attached to the Kojima adaptation

Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A Minecraft Movie breaks records to become highest opening video game movie of all time

A Minecraft Movie sets a record for the highest opening weekend for a video game adaptation, earning $163 million.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

A Death Stranding Anime Is Coming

Hideo Kojima expands the Death Stranding universe with a film and anime adaptation, emphasizing cinema's unique potential for storytelling.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Video games

Critics are split on whether 'A Minecraft Movie' is great or the worst film yet of 2025. It'll probably be a hit regardless.

fromVG247
2 months ago
Film

Don't expect a lot of noise about the Death Stranding film anytime soon; the director of The Quiet Place: Day One has just been attached to the Kojima adaptation

fromInverse
1 week ago

No, 'Dune: Messiah' Isn't Confirmed To Be Releasing Alongside 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Denis Villeneuve's third Dune film, adapting Frank Herbert's Dune Messiah, marks a significant milestone with a planned release date of December 18, 2026.
Django
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Hitler's food tasters inspire new film DW 05/27/2025

Even amid food scarcity, the women's obligation to sample meals for poison reflects their lives in constant fear, illustrating how oppression permeated daily existence during WWII.
Germany news
#cannes-film-festival
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Spike Lee: I don't know how we can talk about American values considering who the president is'

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington reunite for their fifth project, Highest 2 Lowest, after an 18-year hiatus.
Film
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Why Kristen Stewart wants her Cannes directorial debut to 'crash and burn'

Kristen Stewart makes her directorial debut with 'The Chronology of Water' at Cannes Film Festival, expressing both excitement and nervousness about the film.
#stephen-king
Film
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Holy crap, Stephen King's Long Walk movie is finally real, and the footage looks terrific

Cooper Hoffman is an unexpected yet fitting choice for Ray Garraty in the adaptation of Stephen King's 'The Long Walk'.
fromInverse
2 weeks ago
Independent films

45 Years Ago, Stanley Kubrick Made A Horror Masterpiece By Destroying Its Source Material

Film
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Holy crap, Stephen King's Long Walk movie is finally real, and the footage looks terrific

Cooper Hoffman is an unexpected yet fitting choice for Ray Garraty in the adaptation of Stephen King's 'The Long Walk'.
fromInverse
2 weeks ago
Independent films

45 Years Ago, Stanley Kubrick Made A Horror Masterpiece By Destroying Its Source Material

#darren-aronofsky
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago
Film

Darren Aronofsky's Caught Stealing looks like one for the Baby Driver fans

Darren Aronofsky's 'Caught Stealing' promises a thrilling adaptation, blending dark comedy and high-octane action.
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Caught Stealing Trailer: Austin Butler Goes from Cat-Sitter to Ass Kicker

Caught Stealing is a crime thriller that explores gang conflicts through the eyes of an unsuspecting New Yorker.
Film
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Darren Aronofsky's Caught Stealing looks like one for the Baby Driver fans

Darren Aronofsky's 'Caught Stealing' promises a thrilling adaptation, blending dark comedy and high-octane action.
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

Kane & Lynch Movie With David Harbour Was Envisioned But It's "Never Gotten Anywhere," Director Says

Timo Tjahjanto shared that he wanted to create a Kane & Lynch movie with David Harbour and James Badge Dale as leads, but it never materialized.
Independent films
Snowboarding
fromPolygon
3 weeks ago

Bad Boys directors making the least-expected movie for Ubisoft

Ubisoft's extreme sports game Riders Republic is being adapted into a feature film directed by Bad Boys for Life directors.
#disney
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Film

Disney fans outraged over huge character change in 'Lilo & Stitch' live-action remake - much like 'Snow White'

fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Preorders For The Snow White Limited Steelbook Edition Blu-Ray Are Available Now

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Film

Disney fans outraged over huge character change in 'Lilo & Stitch' live-action remake - much like 'Snow White'

fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Preorders For The Snow White Limited Steelbook Edition Blu-Ray Are Available Now

Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I invited a dozen ex-boyfriends to dinner and taped it': the amazing avant garde recordings of Linda Rosenkrantz

Peter Hujar's portrayal of 1960s-80s avant-garde NYC art scene culminates in a collaborative book and subsequent film, showcasing friendships and artistic endeavors.
#literature
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Film

I had a chance to pass my mum's story on': Kazuo Ishiguro on growing up in shadow of the Nagasaki bomb

Kazuo Ishiguro's debut novel 'A Pale View of Hills' profoundly shaped his career and views on identity and memory.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Film

"Wuthering Heights'" Casting Director Shares Four-Word Response To Margot Robbie And Jacob Elordi Backlash

Casting director Kharmel Cochrane defends creative liberties in film adaptation, emphasizing it is an artistic interpretation rather than a strict retelling.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I had a chance to pass my mum's story on': Kazuo Ishiguro on growing up in shadow of the Nagasaki bomb

Kazuo Ishiguro's debut novel 'A Pale View of Hills' profoundly shaped his career and views on identity and memory.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Film

"Wuthering Heights'" Casting Director Shares Four-Word Response To Margot Robbie And Jacob Elordi Backlash

#animation
Film
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'A Minecraft Movie' still striking gold at the box office

A Minecraft Movie maintains box office dominance, becoming the year's highest-grossing film domestically and setting a record for video game adaptations.
fromInverse
4 weeks ago
Independent films

45 Years Ago, A Forgotten Fantasy Epic Proved That Adapting Tolkien Is Almost Impossible

Film
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'A Minecraft Movie' still striking gold at the box office

A Minecraft Movie maintains box office dominance, becoming the year's highest-grossing film domestically and setting a record for video game adaptations.
fromInverse
4 weeks ago
Independent films

45 Years Ago, A Forgotten Fantasy Epic Proved That Adapting Tolkien Is Almost Impossible

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 weeks ago

I went to see Clueless at the theatre - add it to your must-do girly night out

There's always that uncertainty around movies being made into musical theatre, and it's hard to know whether it's going to work or not - but this one absolutely did.
Music
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC restaurant owner who inspired 'Nonnas' movie bombarded with calls: 'There's 350 messages on there!'

I certainly knew we had struck a nerve. Almost from day one, we've been contacted about a reality show, about a movie, about a documentary, just constantly.
Film
#pride-and-prejudice
#cultural-commentary
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

'Henry Johnson' Star and Producer Evan Jonigkeit Doesn't Always Agree with David Mamet - Their First Film Together Is Better for It

fromDecider
1 month ago
Media industry

Mark Mylod has killed Pedro Pascal, Ralph Fiennes, and Ian McShane. Is Harry Potter next?

fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

'Henry Johnson' Star and Producer Evan Jonigkeit Doesn't Always Agree with David Mamet - Their First Film Together Is Better for It

fromDecider
1 month ago
Media industry

Mark Mylod has killed Pedro Pascal, Ralph Fiennes, and Ian McShane. Is Harry Potter next?

Film
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Denzel Washington reunites with Spike Lee in first trailer for Highest 2 Lowest

Spike Lee's latest film, Highest 2 Lowest, is a crime thriller starring Denzel Washington as a music executive embroiled in a ransom plot.
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Thunderbolts*' writer didn't know Marvel cut his Taskmaster arc until he saw the movie

"I was shocked to see how much they had reduced her role. The vision that we had for Taskmaster was much more expansive and impactful, which made her absence even more glaring in the final cut."
Atlanta Falcons
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fromAnOther
1 month ago

Bonjour Tristesse: Durga Chew-Bose Puts a Modern Spin on a French Classic

Durga Chew-Bose's adaptation of 'Bonjour Tristesse' showcases her unique visual storytelling and deep connection to film.
The film explores intricate relationship dynamics through a coming-of-age lens.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Different Man's Adam Pearson to star in new film of The Elephant Man

Joseph Merrick is a man I have a long and complex relationship with. ... Now as a disability advocate and actor, I can think of no greater honour (yet heavy responsibility) than to tell the true story of Joseph Carey Merrick.
London music
#francis-ford-coppola
#humor
fromInverse
1 month ago
Humor

20 Years Later, A Forgotten Sci-Fi Adventure Deserves Better Than Its Tepid Reception

fromInverse
1 month ago
Humor

20 Years Later, A Forgotten Sci-Fi Adventure Deserves Better Than Its Tepid Reception

#until-dawn
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Until Dawn Movie Director Almost Didn't Sign On After Receiving Death Threats For Shazam 2

fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Until Dawn's best sequence pays homage to one of the game's standout mechanics

fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Until Dawn Movie Director Almost Didn't Sign On After Receiving Death Threats For Shazam 2

fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Until Dawn's best sequence pays homage to one of the game's standout mechanics

Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

30 Years Ago, A Legendary Sci-Fi Director Disappointed Fans - And Himself

John Carpenter's remake of The Midwich Cuckoos, Village of the Damned, was a critical and commercial failure, rejected even by its own director.
fromVulture
1 year ago
Film

The Lion, Lady Bird, and the Streaming Service

Greta Gerwig is adapting C.S. Lewis's Narnia series into at least two films, tackling the complexities of the source material.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Minecraft Movie Boss Talks Chicken Jockey Craze And A Sequel

I'd be lying if I said I knew that [chicken jockey] would be a thing, but it was something that we talked about.
Video games
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Jacob Elordi planned to 'take a break' from acting - why he changed his mind

I was really lucky. I was going to take a break for a while, and then Emerald just very simply texted me, and you can't run from that text.
Film
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Pride & Prejudice' Hand Flex: One Gesture and the Web Is Still Swooning

In the nearly 20 years since the film came out, the hand flex has become perhaps the defining beat from Wright's take on the novel.
Writing
Film
fromVulture
4 months ago

The Wedding Banquet Is Rom-Com Whiplash in the Best Sense

Andrew Ahn reimagines 'The Wedding Banquet' to reflect modern LGBTQ+ realities, focusing on chosen family over traditional narratives.
fromDecider
1 month ago

Stream It Or Skip It: 'Agatha Christie's Towards Zero' on BritBox, about a love triangle, a murder, and a burned-out detective in a British seaside town

The story of 'Towards Zero' begins long before a murder occurs, emphasizing the psychological buildup and complex relationships that lead to tragedy.
UK news
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

HBO's 'Harry Potter' TV Series Has Revealed Its Dumbledore, Hagrid & More

Director Mark Mylod aims to maintain the legacy of the Harry Potter films by casting brilliant UK theater actors alongside the rich storytelling of the books.
Washington Wizards
#minecraft
Video games
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Minecraft topples Mario with historic box office weekend

A Minecraft Movie has achieved the most successful opening weekend in 2025, surpassing previous records from major franchises.
Video games
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Minecraft topples Mario with historic box office weekend

A Minecraft Movie has achieved the most successful opening weekend in 2025, surpassing previous records from major franchises.
Film
fromInverse
2 months ago

The Most Exciting Apocalyptic Movie Adaptation Just Got The Perfect Director

Video game adaptations succeed based on source material; Death Stranding's cinematic depth presents unique storytelling challenges but is set to adapt carefully.
fromInverse
2 months ago

Marvel Is About To Double Down On Its Riskiest Sci-Fi Trope

This idea is that they are the most famous people in America because they're adventurers, explorers, astronauts - not because they're superheroes.
OMG science
fromInverse
2 months ago

An Infamously Wild Horror Movie Just Got A Huge Upgrade

"Re-Animator cleverly blends horror and humor, catching audiences off guard with its wit and shock. It’s a film that stands out as enduringly influential and unique."
Independent films
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Interview': Bill Murray Says He's Not the Man He Used to Be

Bill Murray's character in 'The Friend' reflects the complexities of charm intertwined with selfishness, similar to the duality of his offscreen persona.
Beer
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Most Interesting Roommate in the World

"We never thought in a million years that we could get Val Kilmer to play this part. I had been a huge fan of his for years."
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