Shailene Woodley won her first Emmy for her role as Annie in Season 2 of 'Paradise', marking the Hulu series' first win. She beat out five other nominees and gave a shoutout to her mom on stage.
At the Venice Film Festival, Susan Sarandon said she still loses movie roles because of her support for Palestinians, with agencies telling people not to hire her. She noted a shift in public opinion but said major studios remain resistant.
At Telluride, a secret screening unveiled Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's documentary 'You Can See Everything' about Elizabeth Holmes. The film, over two hours, follows Holmes before prison. A24 confiscated phones at the premiere.
Phoebe Bridgers made her Venice Film Festival debut, receiving a seven-minute standing ovation for her role in A24's 'Primetime.' She wore a black Gucci suit with unshaven legs, sparking conversations about body hair on the red carpet.
At the 2026 Venice Film Festival, Sydney Sweeney turned heads in a completely sheer dress, while Brittany Snow opted for a black dress with a plunging neckline. Nina Dobrev also made a statement. The stars brought their best fashion, whether on the red carpet or stepping off a boat.
Actress Barbara Eden, 95, abruptly canceled her appearance at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival due to a sudden illness. Organizers announced the news on Facebook, expressing regret and sending well wishes. Pat Boone accepted her Legacy Award on her behalf.
Barthélémy Grossmann's Father Joe, written by Luc Besson, is a violent, absurd mob movie. Kiefer Sutherland plays a priest who injects gangsters with a virus to force confession. Al Pacino co-stars as a crime boss. The film premiered at Venice.
Burning Man Project announced a second death at this year's event. Craig Mann, 60, was found dead by campmates on Saturday afternoon. Earlier, another attendee in his mid-50s died after a medical emergency.
The Butcher (Andy Williams) collapsed at the Enjoy Five-Year Anniversary event on September 5 and needed medical attention. Enjoy Wrestling said doctors administered CPR until an ambulance arrived. The rest of the show was canceled.
Octavia Spencer won her first Emmy for narrating Investigation Discovery's true-crime series Lost Women of Alaska, beating Sir David Attenborough and other A-list nominees. The win keeps Norman Lear as the oldest Emmy winner ever.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the fastest film to cross $900 million domestically, doing so in just 36 days. It's projected to earn $22 million over Labor Day weekend, nearing the all-time domestic record.
Liam and Noel Gallagher skipped the Venice press conference for their Disney+ documentary 'Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger' on Saturday. They arrived by boat, did the photocall, and left. Directors and creator fielded questions, saying the brothers had seen the film and were 'beyond satisfied.'
Actor Bruce Campbell, known for the 'Evil Dead' franchise, said on a podcast that he has roughly five years to live while undergoing cancer treatment. He declined to specify the type, but said he chooses to live with it, not die from it, and continues to promote his new film.
The domestic box office is on the verge of breaking the all-time summer record, with Spider-Man: Brand New Day leading a strong Labor Day frame. The film is also closing in on the highest-grossing domestic movie ever.
At Venice, Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' premiered to a long ovation. The director and stars Kate and Rooney Mara talk about their unusual collaboration, the film's origins, and why Herzog insists he is 'the most organized' person on set.
At Telluride, Andrew Scott's portrayal of actor Ian Charleson in 'Elsinore' has made him the frontrunner for the best actor Oscar, overshadowing competitors like John Malkovich. Scott's performance is hailed as career-best, potentially making him the first openly gay actor to win.
Andrew Haigh's 'A Long Winter' adapts Colm Tóibín's novella, moving it from the Spanish Pyrenees to Colorado's Rockies. Fred Hechinger stars as Mike, a young man grappling with his mother's disappearance, his father's rigidity, and his own queer desires, in a tender drama of grief and resilience.
As summer ends, streaming platforms welcome the season's biggest hits. Toy Story 5 arrives on Disney+ after earning $1.13 billion, while A24's Backrooms lands on HBO Max. The Mandalorian and Grogu hopes to rebound on Disney+, and Scary Movie 6 is now on Paramount+. Supergirl, Tyler Perry's latest, and Unabomber also debut.
Prime Video has canceled 'Spider-Noir' starring Nicolas Cage after just one season. The show, which premiered in May with eight episodes, earned critical acclaim and 11 Emmy nominations, the most for any Prime Video series this year, but will not be renewed.
Paul Schrader's new film 'The Basics of Philosophy' follows John, a philosophy professor, as a past sexual assault resurfaces after his father's death. The drama explores guilt, repression, and the struggle for redemption, with Jack Huston in the lead role.
Shailene Woodley Wins First Emmy for 'Paradise'
Shailene Woodley won her first Emmy for her role as Annie in Season 2 of 'Paradise', marking the Hulu series' first win. She beat out five other nominees and gave a shoutout to her mom on stage.
Sarandon Says Gaza Stance Costs Her Film Roles
At the Venice Film Festival, Susan Sarandon said she still loses movie roles because of her support for Palestinians, with agencies telling people not to hire her. She noted a shift in public opinion but said major studios remain resistant.
Nathan Fielder's Elizabeth Holmes Doc Premieres at Telluride
At Telluride, a secret screening unveiled Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's documentary 'You Can See Everything' about Elizabeth Holmes. The film, over two hours, follows Holmes before prison. A24 confiscated phones at the premiere.
Phoebe Bridgers Debuts at Venice Film Festival
Phoebe Bridgers made her Venice Film Festival debut, receiving a seven-minute standing ovation for her role in A24's 'Primetime.' She wore a black Gucci suit with unshaven legs, sparking conversations about body hair on the red carpet.
Venice Film Festival 2026: Stars Dazzle in Bold Red Carpet Looks
At the 2026 Venice Film Festival, Sydney Sweeney turned heads in a completely sheer dress, while Brittany Snow opted for a black dress with a plunging neckline. Nina Dobrev also made a statement. The stars brought their best fashion, whether on the red carpet or stepping off a boat.
Barbara Eden, 95, Withdraws from Film Festival Due to Illness
Actress Barbara Eden, 95, abruptly canceled her appearance at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival due to a sudden illness. Organizers announced the news on Facebook, expressing regret and sending well wishes. Pat Boone accepted her Legacy Award on her behalf.
Father Joe Review: Sutherland's Violent Priest
Barthélémy Grossmann's Father Joe, written by Luc Besson, is a violent, absurd mob movie. Kiefer Sutherland plays a priest who injects gangsters with a virus to force confession. Al Pacino co-stars as a crime boss. The film premiered at Venice.
Second Death Reported at Burning Man 2024
Burning Man Project announced a second death at this year's event. Craig Mann, 60, was found dead by campmates on Saturday afternoon. Earlier, another attendee in his mid-50s died after a medical emergency.
The Butcher Collapses at Enjoy Wrestling Event
The Butcher (Andy Williams) collapsed at the Enjoy Five-Year Anniversary event on September 5 and needed medical attention. Enjoy Wrestling said doctors administered CPR until an ambulance arrived. The rest of the show was canceled.
Octavia Spencer Wins First Emmy, Shocks Attenborough
Octavia Spencer won her first Emmy for narrating Investigation Discovery's true-crime series Lost Women of Alaska, beating Sir David Attenborough and other A-list nominees. The win keeps Norman Lear as the oldest Emmy winner ever.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Hits $900M Fastest
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the fastest film to cross $900 million domestically, doing so in just 36 days. It's projected to earn $22 million over Labor Day weekend, nearing the all-time domestic record.
Gallaghers Skip Oasis Doc Press Conference at Venice
Liam and Noel Gallagher skipped the Venice press conference for their Disney+ documentary 'Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger' on Saturday. They arrived by boat, did the photocall, and left. Directors and creator fielded questions, saying the brothers had seen the film and were 'beyond satisfied.'
Bruce Campbell Says He Has Five Years to Live Amid Cancer Fight
Actor Bruce Campbell, known for the 'Evil Dead' franchise, said on a podcast that he has roughly five years to live while undergoing cancer treatment. He declined to specify the type, but said he chooses to live with it, not die from it, and continues to promote his new film.
Spider-Man's Labor Day Record Chase
The domestic box office is on the verge of breaking the all-time summer record, with Spider-Man: Brand New Day leading a strong Labor Day frame. The film is also closing in on the highest-grossing domestic movie ever.
Herzog and the Maras on 'Bucking Fastard'
At Venice, Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' premiered to a long ovation. The director and stars Kate and Rooney Mara talk about their unusual collaboration, the film's origins, and why Herzog insists he is 'the most organized' person on set.
Andrew Scott's 'Elsinore' Performance Stuns Telluride
At Telluride, Andrew Scott's portrayal of actor Ian Charleson in 'Elsinore' has made him the frontrunner for the best actor Oscar, overshadowing competitors like John Malkovich. Scott's performance is hailed as career-best, potentially making him the first openly gay actor to win.
'A Long Winter' Review: Hechinger in Haigh's Tender Drama
Andrew Haigh's 'A Long Winter' adapts Colm Tóibín's novella, moving it from the Spanish Pyrenees to Colorado's Rockies. Fred Hechinger stars as Mike, a young man grappling with his mother's disappearance, his father's rigidity, and his own queer desires, in a tender drama of grief and resilience.
September 2026 Streaming Guide: Toy Story 5, Backrooms, and More
As summer ends, streaming platforms welcome the season's biggest hits. Toy Story 5 arrives on Disney+ after earning $1.13 billion, while A24's Backrooms lands on HBO Max. The Mandalorian and Grogu hopes to rebound on Disney+, and Scary Movie 6 is now on Paramount+. Supergirl, Tyler Perry's latest, and Unabomber also debut.
Prime Video Cancels Nicolas Cage's 'Spider-Noir' After One Season
Prime Video has canceled 'Spider-Noir' starring Nicolas Cage after just one season. The show, which premiered in May with eight episodes, earned critical acclaim and 11 Emmy nominations, the most for any Prime Video series this year, but will not be renewed.
'The Basics of Philosophy' Review: Schrader's Moral Drama
Paul Schrader's new film 'The Basics of Philosophy' follows John, a philosophy professor, as a past sexual assault resurfaces after his father's death. The drama explores guilt, repression, and the struggle for redemption, with Jack Huston in the lead role.
