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New Movies Head to VOD While Theaters Go Dark

Universal is putting ‘The Hunt,’ ‘The Invisible Man,’ ‘Trolls World Tour,’ and other would-be theatrical titles on the small screen during the coronavirus crisis.

Judd Apatow’s Latest Comedy Will Bring Bel Powley to the Mainstream

By Sheryl Oh

With projects like ‘The Diary of a Teenage Girl’ under her belt, the indie darling has long proven her prowess. Now, we just want the world to know her name.

Not Making a Prince Biopic is the Best Decision

By Sheryl Oh

He was an enigmatic wonder, but that’s precisely why his songs can — in jukebox musical form — teach volumes about the politics of identity.

The ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Movie Should Be More Grounded

By Sheryl Oh

The smash hit musical generally has the right fixings for a timely feature film, but it needs some grit to balance out its feel-good nature.

‘Rafiki’ Breakout Wanuri Kahiu Lands Her First Studio Movie

By Sheryl Oh

The Kenyan filmmaker is on her way to stardom as she lends her visionary qualities to the LA romance ‘Covers.’

‘First Man’ Review: Spectacle Disguises the Broken Astronaut

By Max Covill

One of mankind’s greatest achievements unfolds with dazzling special effects that overshadow a disengaging story.

Will Advanced Viewing Formats Boost Movie Sales in 2018?

By Natalie Mokry

Studios plan to double down on their strategies to get moviegoers to buy films in 2018, but audiences’ love for streaming platforms might be too far gone.

‘Mamma Mia!: Here We Go Again’ Trailer Revives Abba Once Again

By Max Covill

The musical sequel is the Godfather II adaptation we never wanted.

The People Behind The Minions Are Going to Make a Mario Bros. Movie

By Max Covill

It’s a me, Mario! Jumping to the big screen.