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History-Making ‘Paper Tiger’ Producer Marco Perego Creates Call To Action With Artists’ Haven Collective: “Cultural Expression Is The Most Important Thing To Protect” – Cannes
Producer Marco Perego, fresh from a historic Cannes showing with three competition films, unveiled his Artists’ Haven collective—a $10 million, 50/50 profit‑share venture that gathers top filmmakers t
Markiplier’s Iron Lung Debuts on YouTube May 31
Markiplier’s horror film Iron Lung will debut exclusively on YouTube on May 31, after a $50 M worldwide theatrical run on a $4 M budget, underscoring his creator‑driven distribution model.
Javier Bardem says Hollywood tide turning on Palestine
At the Cannes Film Festival, Oscar‑winner Javier Bardem warned that Hollywood is finally confronting the Gaza war, saying the tide is turning as more voices demand a free Palestine. He dismissed rumor
Stage Kiss Review: Ambiguity Undermines Romance
Stage Kiss is a rom‑com set in 2011 about actors rehearsing a 1930s melodrama, produced by Blanche McIntyre. While the show dazzles with witty jokes, physical comedy, and an inventive revolving set, i
Laszlo Nemes Debuts WWII Drama 'Moulin' at Cannes
Hungarian director Laszlo Nemes returns to Cannes with "Moulin", a French‑language WWII drama that follows Resistance hero Jean Moulin’s final days and his clash with Nazi Klaus Barbie. The film joins
Keanu Reeves Leads Voice Cast for Anime 'Hidari'
Keanu Reeves will voice‑lead the upcoming Japanese anime feature "Hidari", a full‑length expansion of Masashi Kawamura’s viral stop‑motion short, announced on Sunday morning at Cannes’ Annecy Animatio
Jack Thorne Debuts First TV Love Story 'Falling'
Jack Thorne, the writer behind Adolescence and His Dark Materials, launches 'Falling' — his first TV love story, inspired by a real-life nun-priest romance and mirroring his own marriage story.
Bulgaria Wins Eurovision, Israel Second Amid Boycott
Bulgaria clinched its first Eurovision crown with Darina Yotova’s “Bangaranga,” while Israel’s Noam Bettan placed second amid a historic boycott by five European nations over the Gaza war. Protests sw
Unifrance Highlights 2026 French Filmmakers at Cannes
Unifrance’s 10 to Watch program shines a spotlight on a new wave of French filmmakers, with the 2026 cohort set to appear at Cannes. Their diverse projects—from sci‑fi animation to real‑life Parisian
Ken Loach Blames Party Infighting, Cannes Screening
Veteran filmmaker Ken Loach, attending Cannes to present a 4K restoration of his civil‑war drama, denounced the left‑wing ‘Your Party’ for squandering a unifying moment amid infighting and warned that
Artemis Rising Foundation Presents Documentary Prize
At Cannes 2026, the Artemis Rising Foundation and Think‑Film Impact Production return to unveil a new Golden Globes Documentary Prize, spotlighting filmmakers whose work tackles urgent social issues.
Dominga Sotomayor Debuts 'La Perra' at Cannes
Chilean director Dominga Sotomayor returns to Cannes with "La Perra", a tender drama adapted from Pilar Quintana’s novel that explores motherhood through a woman’s bond with a stray puppy. By setting
VisionQuest Debuts Oct. 14, Bettany Calls It Exciting
Actor Paul Bettany praised the upcoming VisionQuest series as a thrilling continuation of WandaVision, calling it moving, super exciting, and a distinct chapter in the MCU that blends familiar lore wi
Kristen Stewart and ‘Full Phil’ Cast Get Lively 5-Minute Cannes Ovation Despite Mixed Response to Quentin Dupieux’s Absurd Comedy
Quentin Dupieux’s absurd comedy Full Phil opened at Cannes to a full house, laughter, polite applause and a standing cheer, while other festival entries such as Paper Tiger and Clarissa earned longer
Harry Styles Starts Amsterdam Tour, Draws Global Crowd
Harry Styles launched his Together, Together tour at Amsterdam’s Johan Cruijff Arena, drawing a global crowd and showcasing a new album that, despite lukewarm reviews, sparked enthusiastic live reacti
Bob Odenkirk on 2021 Heart Attack on Better Call Saul
Bob Odenkirk opened up about his 2021 heart attack that struck him on the Better Call Saul set, describing the chaotic rescue, delayed medical response, and his subsequent health changes.
Bulgaria Wins Eurovision 2026 with Dara's 'Bangaranga'
Bulgaria won the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna with Dara's kukeri-inspired 'Bangaranga,' the country's first victory in the competition's 70-year history, while Israel's runner-up finish spar
Five Nations Boycott Israel at Eurovision
At the Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna, thousands took to the streets to denounce Israel's participation amid the Gaza war, prompting five European broadcasters—Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland
Lucas Lecacheur Debuts Unique Surfboards in Melbourne
While recent coverage has focused on Australia's $7 billion Japanese warship deal, French designer Lucas Lecacheur, a former rock musician, is turning surfboards into avant‑garde art at Melbourne Desi
Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed starring Tatiana Maslany
Apple TV’s new drama 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' follows divorced mother Paula (Tatiana Maslany), who hires a young online sex worker as a virtual therapist, spiraling into a violent, digital‑crime
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