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Zoya Nasir criticises public reaction to Sacha Baron Cohen's Pakistan shoutout

The critic argues the actor's history of hostility towards Muslims makes the interaction a matter of concern rather than a cause for celebration.

Indonesia’s JAFF Market to host third Producers Exchange in November

Selected producers will receive four nights of lodging in Yogyakarta to help create films that reach audiences across Australia and Indonesia.

Apple launches new identity and logo for Apple Music service

The rebranding includes a new sound composed by Fred Again and Nest Acoustics and is expected to roll out across platforms this week.

Supernatural relaunches with Early Access preview in Meta Horizon Store

The fitness platform is expanding its ecosystem with a mobile companion app and a rebuilt multiplayer mode to enhance user engagement.

New York City hosts first microdrama film festival to showcase vertical content

American Film Institute selects Tom Cruise for Life Achievement Award

The actor will be celebrated for a career spanning five decades and generating nearly $13 billion in global box office revenue.

California raises film and TV tax incentives to $750 million annually

The expansion follows a third quarter where production levels fell 3.7% and reality TV shoot days were 66% below the five-year average.

Kid Cudi to star and direct film about Jean-Michel Basquiat

The artist takes on a multi-faceted role in the project while expanding a busy slate of directorial and acting commitments.

Tokyo Filmex announces 27th edition dates and competition lineup

The festival features Oscar submissions from Thailand and Nepal alongside several award-winning titles from Venice and other major global film markets.

HUM TV releases dubbed Spanish version of Humsafar drama

The creator's lack of payment follows a 1990s move by Pakistan to scrap television royalties in exchange for higher pay from the state broadcaster.

Charli xcx cancels Arizona performance due to illness

Fans who purchased tickets through Ticketmaster will receive automatic refunds as the pop star prepares to finish her tour in Las Vegas.

Access: Horror Virtual Film Festival debuts three programming blocks

Curators aim to reclaim the role of disability in the horror genre by highlighting novice filmmakers and accessible storytelling.

Electric Feel Publishing signs songwriter Naila to UK roster

The London-based artist joins the company alongside a global publishing deal for Elizabeth Nichols and a leadership transition at BMI.

Erik von Detten faces lawsuit over alleged elder abuse and fraud

The lawsuit follows the collapse of Rosland Capital, which reported $151 million in 2021 revenue but suffered $24 million in net losses from 2022-25.

Sandy Powell to present Film London Jarman Award in November

The three-time Oscar winner will honour nominees including Sadia Pineda Hameed at the ceremony established in 2008.

Golden Globes reject Lionsgate bid to enter Michael into comedy categories

The studio's biggest release will instead compete for one of six drama slots as the awards ceremony approaches.

Lin-Manuel Miranda announces cast for Broadway production of Warriors

The stage show adapts a 1965 novel and a 1979 action film into a musical following a fictional New York gang.

Katie Goodson-Thomas to join LuckyChap International in 2027

The Searchlight executive will bring her experience overseeing acclaimed films like Poor Things to the London-based joint venture.

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo opens Jakarta Film Summit 2026

The summit aims to position the Indonesian capital as a regional hub for film production by facilitating co-productions and scouting opportunities.

Raj Singh and RP1 Holding launch €100 million Italian film fund

The investment aims to provide independent production companies with immediate liquidity to overcome delays in government tax credits and regional funding.

Film critic Ann Hornaday dies at 66 following glioblastoma battle

The veteran journalist, who served as a critic for several major newspapers, leaves behind a legacy of influential cultural commentary.

RCA Records president Bob Buziak dies at 83

The music industry executive, who led major labels and founded a joint venture with Time Warner, passed away on 19 October.

Michael biopic crosses $1 billion at worldwide box office

Actor Jaafar Jackson spent two years preparing for the role to surpass the global earnings of Bohemian Rhapsody.

Netflix dismisses Dan Lin as head of film during creative restructuring

The streaming giant is overhauling its creative leadership and laying off several high-level executives as part of a major internal shift.