Who’s lighting up 2026’s autumn festivals? Meet the rising talent
Seven fresh faces are redefining the autumn festival circuit and hint at tomorrow’s award winners.
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Inside ‘The Liberation’: director’s memoir meets Coon’s breakout role
A deep dive into the personal roots of ‘The Liberation’ and why Carrie Coon’s portrayal of a Holocaust survivor is unforgettable.
AI tools shape 300 Netflix productions, but human element stays vital
Netflix reveals AI is behind 300 productions, yet insists the human spark remains essential.
Busan premieres Gu You’s third landscape film, hints at fourth
Gu You’s third landscape‑inspired drama opens Busan, turning ordinary moments into an elegiac meditation on loss and future possibilities.
Festival guide
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Inside Downtown Festival’s third edition: legacy meets discovery
New York’s Downtown Festival turns three, mixing legendary filmmakers with fresh talent in a vibrant, cross‑disciplinary celebration.
New Iranian docs spotlight past revolutions at global festivals
Mina Akbari’s five‑year documentary lands at two major festivals while two archival films revive the echoes of Said and Iran’s revolutions, and…
Geneva queer fest cancels Tell Me Everything after boycott pressure
Swiss queer festival scrapes Israeli Oscar hopeful amid rising boycott pressure.
Elizabeth Holmes doc ‘You Can See Everything’ announced for November
A behind‑the‑scenes look at the Holmes documentary’s festival buzz, A24 rollout, and the unsettling experience of its creators.
Film festival planning
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GEMS 2026 Miami Film Festival Unveils Opening, Closing Films and Honors
Miami Film Festival GEMS 2026 reveals opening, closing movies and star‑studded honors in a packed October lineup.
NY Muslim Film Festival launches showcasing women directors and global stories
New York's inaugural Muslim Film Festival presents a varied program of shorts, a women‑heavy lineup, and a jury of Emmy winners and…
John Torres’ The Remotes premieres at NYFF with eerie trailer drop
A grieving cop, a haunted city and a rogue app collide in John Torres' visionary neo‑noir The Remotes.
Documentary The Flight follows Iranian-Canadian families seeking justice
A new documentary reveals how grieving Iranian‑Canadian families turn loss into a legal crusade, premiering in Vancouver.
2026 Denver Film Festival: Schedule, Star Guests and Award Winners
Denver’s 2026 film fest unveils a star‑filled program, new awards and a slate of international premieres.
Savannah film fest announces A-list honorees and Oscar-maiden screenings
Savannah’s biggest university‑run fest will host Oscar hopefuls, legendary talent and a slate of new films from Oct. 24‑31.
Tax incentives fuel Illinois studios and draw Ramoji to TIFF
Illinois’ new tax breaks promise a studio boom, and Ramoji Film City uses TIFF to court worldwide filmmakers.
Controversial Naza film draws sold-out crowds and heated rallies
A sold‑out New York premiere of the contentious Naza documentary ignites protests, threats and a worldwide debate over Israel’s Gaza operations.
Witherspoon Family Walk Red Carpet as Deacon Debuts New Film
Reese Witherspoon and her children stepped onto the Nashville Film Festival carpet, showcasing family likenesses while Deacon premiered his first feature film.
NYFF lineup highlights the biggest Oscar-season contenders
Five NYFF premieres could shape the Oscars, while fresh streaming hits add weekend excitement.
Fantastic Fest unveils Pathetic Fallacy, Upiro, Kick On and What Happened to Doris
Four daring films light up Fantastic Fest 2026, featuring Kid Cudi’s surreal adventure and international genre thrills.
Animation Is Film announces 2026 program and best animated movies
The Animation Is Film festival returns in October with a bold program, a historic series premiere, and a roundup of the year's…
Wild Horse Nine trailer as McDonagh’s spy comedy heads theaters
McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine lands a bold trailer, bringing CIA intrigue to Easter Island with award‑winning performances.
Hand-burned indie DVD travels from New York to Nevada
A single burned DVD journeys coast‑to‑coast, letting strangers share an indie breakup comedy in real time.
Film festival navigation guide
A practical guide to navigating film festivals from home