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As Hollywood turns its gaze toward the 98th Academy Awards, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has introduced sweeping updates that could reshape the Oscar race. These include stricter voting eligibility rules, new category procedures, and guidance on the use of artificial intelligence — all of which reflect the organization’s evolving priorities in …

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The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco is spotlighting the creative minds behind some of Pixar’s most beloved films and series with a special panel event titled “Directing at Pixar.” Scheduled for Saturday, May 17 at 1 p.m., this exclusive discussion brings together a lineup of acclaimed Pixar directors for a deep dive into …

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Between Julia Ducournau’s Alpha, Spike Lee’s return with Highest 2 Lowest, and a shark-infested thriller called Dangerous Animals, Cannes 2025 is shaping up to be a spectacular, strange, and star-studded affair. Here’s our rundown of the 15 films you absolutely can’t miss on the Croisette this year. 🏆 After Anora… what now? Sean Baker stunned …

Cannes 2025: The 15 most anticipated films (Eddington, Highest 2 Lowest, Alpha…) Read More »

In celebration of Studio Ghibli’s 40th anniversary, animation fans across North America are in for a treat. Studio Ghibli Fest 2025 is back with an exciting program of eight beloved films, curated by GKIDS in collaboration with Fathom Events. For the first time since its initial theatrical release, Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron …

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For decades, stunt performers have been the unsung heroes of the film industry — pushing the limits of physical storytelling while receiving little to no recognition from major awards. But change is finally here: the Academy Awards will introduce a new category for Best Stunt Coordination, starting with the 100th Oscars in 2027. It’s a …

Oscars to honor stunts at last: Action cinema gets its long-overdue award, thanks in part to John Wick Read More »

In a year marked by devastation, the animation industry is coming together in a powerful way. ASIFA-Hollywood, in collaboration with artists, studios, and Sotheby’s, has launched AnimAID — a major fundraising campaign aimed at supporting animation professionals who were affected by the recent Los Angeles wildfires. The initiative, which began during the 52nd Annual Annie …

When art saves artists: Inside the AnimAID animation auction for wildfire relief Read More »

At this year’s 15th Beijing International Film Festival, one of China’s most beloved animated heroes returns—not just on screen, but on canvas. In a rare artistic showcase, acclaimed director Jiaozi (a.k.a. Yang Yu) is unveiling 150 hand-painted posters for his record-breaking film Ne Zha 2. This special exhibition offers fans an intimate look at the …

A tribute in brushstrokes: Ne Zha 2 director Jiaozi’s hand-painted posters dazzle at Beijing Film Fest Read More »

Three years after soaring over the Croisette in a fighter jet for Top Gun: Maverick, Tom Cruise is heading back to Cannes, but this time not as a high-flying pilot—he’s returning as Ethan Hunt, the legendary spy whose final mission could mark the end of an era. This May, Cruise will present Mission: Impossible – …

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CinemaCon 2025 wrapped up with a flurry of first-look trailers, studio showcases, and industry introspection. While the annual Las Vegas event is often a celebration of upcoming blockbusters, this year’s convention also reflected deeper shifts in Hollywood—especially regarding the state of movie theaters, the evolving role of stars, and the future of theatrical releases. Here …

Top takeaways from CinemaCon 2025: Theaters fight back, but star power dims Read More »

DreamWorks Animation’s latest feature garners top recognition. ASIFA-Hollywood has announced the nominees for the 52nd Annie Awards, with DreamWorks Animation’s The Wild Robot leading the pack with 10 nominations. Top Nominations The Wild Robot, directed by Chris Sanders, is nominated in the following categories: Following closely are Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (Aardman/Netflix), Inside …

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