Cinema and Controversy: Legal, Political, and Artistic Crossroads
Three stories from Variety highlight the tangled intersections of cinema, law, and politics: a murder trial, a cultural reckoning, and a divisive film review.
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Films, studios, theaters and creation in the digital age: cinema told through its transformations.
Fashion Legacy and New Media Projects Mark Cinéma News
Bob Mackie's passing, Netflix's gaming adaptations, and a sports biopic's trailer headline Variety's latest cinema updates.
Crossing Borders: Global Cinema Collaborations and Labor Narratives
Global cinema collaborations and labor narratives take center stage as producers, filmmakers, and cinematographers navigate cultural intersections and industry challenges.
Cinéma: Festival Debuts and Box Office Shifts
Two Indonesian and Swedish films debut at Toronto and TIFF, while 'Practical Magic 2' tops the box office, signaling shifting audience preferences.
Venice Days Winners and Box Office Highlights: A Snapshot of Global Cinema
Argentinian director Maria Aparicio’s film wins top prize at Venice Days, while a war-torn Iranian drama and a magical sequel dominate box office previews.
Cross-Cultural Narratives and Redemption in Global Cinema
Three new films from India, Japan and Israel highlight evolving themes of identity, morality and international storytelling in global cinema.
Netflix's Paris Premiere and Global Cinema Moves
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos defends the streamer's role in France's film industry during a regulatory battle, while Jeff Goldblum hosts 'SNL U.K.' and Ginevra Elkann's new film secures international distribution.
AI and Personal Stories Collide in New Cinema Releases
Cody Fern's 'Closing Night' and Luca Guadagnino's 'Artificial' explore personal and technological narratives, blending intimate stories with high-stakes tech dramas.
Venice Honors Burstyn, 'Imperium' Offers Soviet Insight, Festivals Resist Political Pressure
Ellen Burstyn receives Venice's Golden Lion, 'Imperium' reimagines 1970s USSR footage, and festivals defend artistic autonomy amid political tensions.
Cinematic Trends and Challenges in 2026: From Korean Mastery to Hollywood Controversies
2026 cinema highlights include Lee Chang-dong's mature drama, Swiss filmmakers embracing English, and Susan Sarandon's ongoing Hollywood tensions over Palestine support.
Cinema's Dark Reflections: Three New Films Explore Trauma, Power, and Memory
Three provocative new films dissect the frayed edges of youth, power, and memory, blending horror and psychological tension in starkly original ways.
Cinema at a Crossroads: AI, Global Collaboration, and Personal Narratives
As artificial intelligence blurs the line between real and fake cinema, global leaders convene to reshape the industry, while personal stories challenge its cultural boundaries.