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Our 6 favorite films at this year's Sundance
We came to Park City, Utah, with huge appetites for the 41st annual Sundance Film Festival. But we're trimming down our top picks to the very best of the best.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
How the Indie Label Behind Grammy-Nominated Khruangbin Sets Artists Up to Thrive
Dead Oceans founder Phil Waldorf says the music industry is in flux—but it’s been there before.Inc. - 1d -
Sluggish Sundance indie film market comes to life with Neon, Netflix deals
Indie studio Neon has broken the ice with the first deal at Sundance, acquiring the horror film 'Together' starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
The Sundance Film Festival goes online this week. Here’s how to watch the films
Access to the Sundance Film Festival doesn’t require a trip to Park City, Utah anymore; Just an internet connectionABC News - 3d -
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How an Indie Studio Got 400-Plus Games Into a $10 Bundle to Help LA Fire Victims
As wildfires and other effects of climate change threaten the future of the region, devs are pulling together to raise funds for those affected.Wired - 5d -
West Indies skittle Pakistan for first away Test win against rivals since 1990
West Indies (win by 120 runs) 163 & 244; Pakistan 154 & 133 Jomel Warrican named player of match and series West Indies secured their first Test win in Pakistan since 1990 after beating the ...The Guardian - 6d -
West Indies slips to 129-5, leads Pakistan by 138 runs in 2nd test
Left-arm spinner Noman Ali continued to prosper on a turning pitch with a match haul of 10 wickets as West Indies slipped to 129-5 on Day 2 of the second cricket testABC News - Jan. 26 -
West Indies wins the toss and elects to bat on another turning wicket in 2nd test against Pakistan
West Indies won the toss and elected to bat on another turning wicket against Pakistan in the second testABC News - Jan. 24 -
Why Are the Oscars Scared of Horror Films?
Horror features many of today’s most exciting filmmakers and exemplifies our anxious moment. Yet the Academy continues to shut it out.The New York Times - Jan. 24 -
8 movies to look out for at the Sundance Film Festival
A robust number of near-experimental documentaries and narratives already call out to us from this year's lineup, sure to yield a crop of future award winners.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 23 -
Sundance 2025: the 10 films not to miss at this year’s festival
From a Jennifer Lopez musical to an Ayo Edebiri horror to a provocative prison documentary, this year’s Utah-based festival has plenty to be excited about. Sundance remains one of the toughest ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
Reeves vs the markets
Plus, how Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey have kicked off 2025Financial Times - Jan. 17 -
Twin Peaks film director David Lynch dies at 78
The Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker is also famous for the surrealist cult classic, Mulholland Drive.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
Inside the making of the Anthony Robles film 'Unstoppable'
Fourteen years after winning an NCAA wrestling title, Robles' remarkable life story is coming to the big screen.ESPN - Jan. 15 -
Which recent films failed at the name game?
Here's a rundown of some of this season's more well-wrought movie titles — along with a few missed opportunities.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 13 -
Ad filmed at TV stars' wedding banned over smoking
The advertising watchdog upholds complaints about Vicky Pattison and Ercan Ramadan's clothing ad.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
Man films escape from LA fires with elderly father-in-law
The men were forced to leave the car they were in and escape on foot as fire closed in around them.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Q&A: Franz Ferdinand discuss their new album, the resurgence of 2000s indie and Charli XCX
The Scottish rock band Franz Ferdinand sent a jolt across the music world two decades agoABC News - Jan. 9 -
Rowan Atkinson at 70: his best films – ranked!
To mark his birthday this week, we celebrate his versatility from bumbling Mr Bean to his punctilious headteacher in The Secret Policeman’s Ball. Atkinson is the bumbling Father Gerald, who praises ...The Guardian - Jan. 9 -
Warner Bros. shakes up studio leadership amid film underperformance
The move comes as the Warner film studio faces pressure to increase its profitability. The exiting executives, Josh Goldstine and Andrew Cripps, were not in charge of picking movies.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Daniel Craig's 007 capers dominate his top-grossing films
Daniel Craig is a lead actor contender for his performance in 'Queer.' But the film is unlikely to scale the box-office heights of his Bond movies.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Lawmakers play the market
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Dozens of lawmakers beat stock market: report More than two dozen lawmakers once ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
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West Indies great Clive Lloyd ‘disturbed’ by two-tier plan for Test cricket
Talks ongoing on dividing sport into two divisions ‘I think it will be terrible for some countries’ The West Indies great Clive Lloyd is “disturbed” by the idea of a two-tier structure for Test ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Sonic The Hedgehog Film Franchise Races Past $1 Billion At The Box Office
Paramount Pictures has announced that the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise has earned more than $1 billion at the global box office. The movie franchise--based on Sega's long-running video game ...GameSpot - Jan. 6 -
This is where Meghan Markle’s feel-at-home Netflix special was filmed
Markle has debuted the trailer for her new Netflix series, “With Love, Meghan,” which offers viewers an opportunity to “feel at home” with the Duchess.MarketWatch - Jan. 6 -
Indie band English Teacher kick off BBC's Sound of 2025
The Mercury Prize-winning band start the countdown of the BBC's annual list of music's rising stars.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
WATCH: The major films and TV series to watch for the Golden Globes
As the Golden Globes mark the unofficial kick off Hollywood’s award season, ABC News’ Will Ganss takes a look at the top contenders to take home an award.ABC News - Jan. 5 -
Amazon's Prime Video Acquires Melania Trump Film
The project is expected to be released in the second half of this year.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 5 -
Film concerts: Performing movie music live
An increasingly popular symphony orchestra concert is a screening of a movie such as "Jaws" accompanied by a live performance of the music—reeling in new audiences to the concert hall.CBS News - Jan. 5 -
Jeff Baena, Film Director and Husband of Aubrey Plaza, Dies at 47
Mr. Baena, who was married to the actress Aubrey Plaza, co-wrote the existential comedy “I Heart Huckabees,” and wrote and directed films including “Life After Beth” and “The Little Hours.”The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Indie filmmaker Jeff Baena, Aubrey Plaza's husband, found dead at Los Angeles home
Writer-director Jeff Baena, who was actor and producer Aubrey Plaza's husband, has died at age 47ABC News - Jan. 4 -
Jeff Baena, indie filmmaker and husband of Aubrey Plaza, dies at 47
Jeff Baena, an independent filmmaker who worked with his wife, Aubrey Plaza, has died. His last project was 2022's 'Spin Me Round.'Los Angeles Times - Jan. 4 -
Indie film-maker Jeff Baena dies aged 47
Husband of actor Aubrey Plaza was known for writing and directing Life After Beth and co-writing I Heart Huckabees. Independent director and screenwriter Jeff Baena – who was known for quirky hits ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
China's overqualified youth taking jobs as drivers, labourers and film extras
With high youth unemployment rates, Chinese graduates are resorting to working as waiters, cleaners and movie extras.BBC News - Jan. 3
