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A24's 'Backrooms' has earned $100 million at the domestic box office after less than a week in theaters, surpassing 'Marty Supreme' ($96M) as the studio's highest-grossing film. The film opened with $81.5 million in the U.S. and Canada and $118 million worldwide, marking A24's biggest opening weekend. Director Kane Parsons, a 20-year-old YouTuber, became the youngest filmmaker to top the box office.
Advance tickets for the film 'Supergirl' are now on sale, announced by James Gunn. Directed by Craig Gillespie, the film stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, with Jason Momoa as Lobo and Matthias Schoenaerts as Krem. It is set for release on June 26, 2026.
Quentin Tarantino argues that contemporary Hollywood produces mostly flawed, audience-pandering films, likening it to a 'flavorless sausage factory.' He singles out 'The Rip' as a rare exception that captivated him, praising its screenplay and direction. The commentary reflects his broader disillusionment with modern cinema.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' will screen in 70mm at Westwood's Village Theatre for three weeks starting July 17, in partnership with the American Cinematheque. The run is part of fundraising for the theatre's renovation and restoration. Tickets go on sale Thursday at 9 a.m. PT. The theatre closes this fall for a year of renovation.
Martin Scorsese faces backlash from film industry artists after announcing his investment in AI company Black Forest Labs and use of AI for storyboards. Concept artist Karla Ortiz criticized Scorsese, saying he 'throws every single storyboard artist he's ever worked with under the bus.' Samuel Deats, director of Castlevania, stated there is 'no reason to need AI built on the stolen work of millions of artists.'
The 'Scary Movie' reboot is projected to open with $45 million to $50 million domestically, competing with 'Backrooms' for the top spot. 'Backrooms' earned $81 million in its opening weekend and is expected to earn $48 million to $50 million in its second weekend. 'Masters of the Universe' targets a $30 million to $35 million opening from 3,500 locations.
This article explains the Backrooms internet phenomenon and its recent film adaptation. It argues that the film's success stems from the viral creepypasta origin, highlighting how a single 4chan post spawned an expansive mythology that resonated with online audiences.
The author argues that Apple TV+'s 'Widow's Bay' is an exceptional show, blending comedy and horror effectively. They contend that the series stands out in a landscape of quantity-over-quality streaming content, praising its performances and world-building as reminiscent of top-tier television.
This commentary argues that John Huston's 1961 film 'The Misfits' remains a poignant and somber American pastoral, enhanced by its 100th anniversary rerelease. It contends that the film's title is ironic, as the characters fit perfectly into their desolate landscape and shared loneliness, and highlights the subtext of Arthur Miller's screenplay as a complex dedication to Marilyn Monroe.
This podcast interview features producers discussing the nearly 18-year journey to bring 'Masters of the Universe' to the screen. They recount the initial rights acquisition, development challenges, and eventual greenlight at Amazon MGM Studios, highlighting the persistence required to revive the franchise.