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Eva Marie Saint, who starred in memorable classic films such as “North by Northwest” and “On the Waterfront,” has died at 102.
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Why are Danny Trejo and Harvey Keitel doing this? Sad!
Ben Shapiro's Pro-ICE Movie Restarts Production, Slams Shutdown as a 'Violation of the First Amendment' variety.com/2026/film/news/b…
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‘Bowie80’ to Celebrate David Bowie’s 80th Birthday With Events, Exhibits, Releases and More Throughout 2027 variety.com/2026/music/news/…
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Say what you will about post-punk, it had something punk never did: genuinely bizarre and intellectualized ideas - with brilliant pop hooks.
Here's the most lovable and poppy song ever written about being a bug: youtube.com/watch?v=VjXspg-K…
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This is coming soon. I promise, it's going to be great.
I can't wait to watch this 4-part series on the history of New Wave music with @richardblade as consulting producer and interviews with everyone from Fred Schneider & Kate Pierson to Johnny Marr and Jim Kerr. Long live the '80s! variety.com/2026/music/news/…
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I can't wait to watch this 4-part series on the history of New Wave music with @richardblade as consulting producer and interviews with everyone from Fred Schneider & Kate Pierson to Johnny Marr and Jim Kerr. Long live the '80s! variety.com/2026/music/news/…
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Marjoe Gortner, whose childhood as an evangelical preacher was the subject of the Oscar-winning documentary “Marjoe” and who went on to have a career as an actor, died Friday. He was 82.
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RIP Marjoe Gortner. What a fascinating life. I remember hearing about this doc at a young age as it was on every magazine cover. variety.com/2026/film/news/m…
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Sacramento and San Diego over Los Angeles? Laughable.
NYC snubbed in America's best foodie cities list - see which culinary hotspots took over trib.al/uqG9fYs
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Here's hoping Skydance's slate going forward goes a little less heavy on boys and their toys:
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This is one of the most amazing stories you’ll sea this year. Adopted Man discovers his biological father is… MICHAEL MCDONALD! Thanks to KFYR TV for reporting.
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Einstürzende Neubauten perform “Autobahn” in West Berlin, 1984
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Who doesn't want to watch a movie while toddlers frolic in the ball pit in front of the screen?
Actually, I'm sure this is cool for families in Thailand.
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The 90s were amazing! Who remembers The Olive on Fairfax? "The dress mode is straight from the mind of David Lynch--dyed black hair, hoop earrings and black leather motorcycle jackets on both sexes. Smoking is de rigueur."
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Chris Hansen Confronts ‘Primetime': The Tragic Ending, Seeing His Love Life on Screen and Considering Legal Action Against A24 Because 'They Exploited Me' variety.com/2026/film/featur…
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heated reclining seats ... I have already seen people bring blankets and take their shoes off in regular theaters with old seats. stop making the outside the inside! let the outside have some dignity!
Movie theaters across North America are investing $2.7 billion in major upgrades and innovations, including more heated reclining seats, expanded food and beverage services, and premium large formats.
“From the world’s largest circuits to independent theaters on Main Streets across this great nation, theater owners have shown how much they believe in the future of the big screen, and 2026’s strong box office proves that commitment is paying off,” said president and CEO of Cinema United. “When a theater reinvests in itself, everyone wins — moviegoers get a better experience, studios get a stronger platform, local businesses benefit, and contractors get the work that comes with it. Cinema United members are reaffirming that there is nothing like seeing a movie on a big screen. Every investment in a movie theater is an investment in the community it serves, which is why moviegoing will remain essential for generations to come.”
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Great interview! Chad movie when?
This week’s cover story:
Pete Davidson Grows Up: On Leaving ‘SNL,’ Famous Exes, the Joys of Fatherhood and Why He’s Keeping His Hillary Clinton Tattoo
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How did @BeyondFest become L.A.'s most popular film festival amid a crowded landscape? By letting the super-enthusiastic audience lead, for one thing. variety.com/2026/film/news/b…
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Why ‘Primetime’ Doesn’t Look Like Any Movie You’ve Seen Before indiewire.com/features/craft…
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