Disney’s Head of Global Theatrical Distribution, Tony Chambers, expressed gratitude towards exhibitors for their contribution to the massive $295M worldwide debut of Inside Out 2. The film’s midweek numbers continued to impress, reaching a global total of $380M through Tuesday. Chambers commended the collective efforts of markets, exhibitors, and partners worldwide in making the film
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In a recent development, Hannah Minghella, a veteran from Bad Robot, has been appointed as the Head of Feature Animation and Live-Action Family Film at Netflix. This move marks a significant shift in the streaming giant’s approach to its animated film division. Minghella’s departure from the J.J. Abrams-led company was amicable, indicating a positive transition
The 2024 Tony Awards came to a close with a stunning performance by the talented duo Idina Menzel and Cynthia Erivo at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City. The actresses and singers graced the stage to present the award for Best Musical, which was ultimately
Kevin Brophy, a talented actor known for his roles in television series and films, passed away on May 11 at the age of 70. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, Brophy’s family later moved to the San Fernando Valley and then to Del Mar, California where he attended high school. After graduating from the California
Maika Monroe, known for her breakout role in the horror movie It Follows, is set to star in the upcoming sequel, They Follow. She expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating that working with writer/director David Robert Mitchell has been a transformative experience. Monroe emphasized Mitchell’s brilliance and confidence in the sequel’s ability to exceed
Robert De Niro, the acclaimed actor known for his intense and powerful performances, was recently honored at the Tribeca Film Festival with a special screening of Silver Linings Playbook. The film’s director, David O. Russell, and actor Ben Stiller shared their experiences working with De Niro and the impact he had on the set. Stiller,
The dynamic between actors Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg is an interesting one, as they recently engaged in an hour-long conversation at the Tribeca Festival. The two stars play mismatched cousins in the upcoming Sundance comedy, “A Real Pain.” Eisenberg, who wrote and directed the film, admitted that he had never seen Culkin’s work before
Academy Award winner Kathryn Bigelow is gearing up for her next project with Netflix, and sources have revealed that Idris Elba and Rebecca Ferguson are in talks to star in the upcoming film. While the specifics of their roles remain a mystery, the film is said to be set at the White House during a
Chloë Sevigny recently opened up about her experience filming American Psycho with Christian Bale. She admitted that she found Bale’s acting process to be very intimidating. In a candid interview with her co-star Josh Lucas, Sevigny shared her struggles with trying to understand and respect Bale’s method acting. She mentioned that she found it challenging
Françoise Hardy, a beloved figure in French music and film, passed away on June 11 at the age of 80. Her son, Thomas DuTronc, shared the heartbreaking news on social media, leaving fans around the world in mourning. With a career spanning several decades, Hardy was not only a successful singer but also a talented