A24, the renowned indie distributor, has recently closed an investment round led by Thrive Capital, which is the New York investment firm founded by Josh Kushner. The involvement of Thrive Capital marks a significant development for A24, as Josh Kushner himself will now join the indie distributor’s board of directors. This move demonstrates the growing
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Subhadra Mahajan’s debut feature film, Second Chance, offers a fresh perspective on the theme of healing. Set in the picturesque Pir Panjal range of Himachal Pradesh, India, the film follows the journey of a young woman named Nia who seeks solace in her family home in the Himalayas after experiencing a major trauma. Through the
The prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame is gearing up to celebrate and honor the star-studded Class of 2025. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled the list of next year’s selections, who will be receiving a coveted star on the iconic Hollywood Boulevard. Among the esteemed honorees are renowned personalities such as Jane Fonda, David
After nearly 25 years since the last installment of the Friday franchise was released, Ice Cube has finally shared an update on the much-anticipated fourth installment. The N.W.A. alum revealed that he is currently working on developing the follow-up with Warner Bros, stating that they have finally gained some traction with the studio. Ice Cube
Daisy Ridley had a surreal experience while visiting the Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, California. The Star Wars actress came face-to-face with the theme park performer who portrays Rey from the film. She shared photos of herself at Disneyland, chatting with the cast member playing her Force Awakens character at the park. Ridley expressed her
Bill Maher’s recent comments on Real Time highlighted a key issue within the Hollywood industry – the U.S. release of the film ‘The Apprentice.’ Despite positive buzz and international distribution deals, the film’s journey to American audiences has hit a roadblock. Maher’s frustration with the delay in releasing the film is a clear sign of
As Inside Out 2 continues to dominate the box office, the Disney/Pixar sequel has now surpassed $481.4M worldwide. With an impressive $23.4M added in 43 international box office markets, the film’s offshore total has reached $226.7M. Noteworthy launches in markets like Brazil have contributed to its success, with the movie earning the title of the
Embracer Group’s ambitious plan to leverage its Lord of the Rings intellectual property is showing promising signs of success. The company’s latest annual report for the 2023/2024 fiscal year revealed that its Entertainment & Services division, which includes the Lord of the Rings IP, achieved a significant increase in net sales. The division’s net sales
Disney’s Inside Out 2 made a massive $295M worldwide debut last weekend, kicking off the studio’s CineEurope presentation. Head of Global Theatrical Distribution, Tony Chambers, expressed gratitude towards exhibitors for their role in the historic start. Midweek numbers continued to impress with a global total of $380M through Tuesday. Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine, the 34th
In breaking news, Netflix has announced significant changes within its feature animation and live-action family film department. The company has appointed seasoned industry veteran, Hannah Minghella, as the new Head of Feature Animation and Live-Action Family Film. Minghella, a former Bad Robot executive, brings a wealth of experience and talent to her new role. Additionally,