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Andrew Ahn’s 'The Wedding Banquet' Hits Theaters with Critical Praise for Performances and Themes

The modern queer remake of Ang Lee’s 1993 film explores family, identity, and generational dynamics, though critics note a crowded narrative and uneven pacing.

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Michel Leclerc’s 'Le Mélange des genres' Divides Critics with Bold Satire on Gender Politics

Berlinale Film 'Was Marielle weiß' Explores Surveillance's Impact on Family and Identity

'Phule' Film Controversy Deepens as Political Leaders Weigh In on Caste and Censorship

Viola Davis Shines as President in Action Thriller 'G20,' Now Streaming on Prime Video

Baya Kasmi’s 'Mikado' Debuts as a Warm Melodrama of Marginalization and Resilience

Daniel Battsek Appointed President of Film at Lincoln Center

'Warfare' Premieres in U.K., Earning Acclaim for Realistic Iraq War Re-Enactment

First 10 Minutes of Brad Pitt's F1 Movie Stuns CinemaCon Audience

Mike Leigh's 'Deux Sœurs' Earns Acclaim for Its Nuanced Portrayal of Family and Race

Samuel Theis's 'Je le jure' Set for Release as Allegations of Sexual Violence Loom

Disney's 'Snow White' Struggles at Box Office Amidst Controversy

Robert De Niro Earns Acclaim for Dual Roles in Mafia Drama 'The Alto Knights'

‘Eephus’ Celebrates Baseball’s Nostalgia and Human Connection

Bong Joon-ho’s 'Mickey 17' Explores Disposable Humanity in Dystopian Sci-Fi Satire

'Eephus' Emerges as a Unique and Nostalgic Baseball Film

Pamela Anderson Earns Acclaim in Gia Coppola's 'The Last Showgirl'

Köln's 'Tatort' Revisits Techno-Era Mysteries at Iconic Colonius Tower

Oscar-Winning Documentary 'No Other Land' Faces Backlash From Both Sides of Israeli-Palestinian Divide

Chinese Animated Film 'Ne Zha 2' Breaks $2 Billion Box Office Record

‘Les Filles du Nil’ Explores Feminist Resistance in Rural Egypt

Berlin Film Festival Awards Documentary on Israeli Hostage Crisis

Berlinale Faces Criticism Over Antisemitic Statements and BDS Support

‘La Fabrique du Mensonge’ Explores the Machinery of Nazi Propaganda

‘Mercato’: Jamel Debbouze Leads a Gripping Look at Football’s Transfer Industry

The Breakfast Club Celebrates 40 Years as a Cultural Touchstone

'Universal Language' Earns Acclaim as a Surreal Homage to Iranian Cinema

Jeremy Strong Reflects on Playing Roy Cohn in Trump Biopic 'The Apprentice'

Latvian Animated Film 'Flow' Earns Oscar Nods and Joins Criterion Collection

Chinese Animated Film 'Ne Zha 2' Becomes Highest-Grossing Movie in China

Marvel Redefines Sabra for 'Captain America: Brave New World'

This Week’s Films Highlight Angelina Jolie’s ‘Maria’ and Soderbergh’s Haunted ‘Presence’

Iranian Actor Soheila Golestani Barred from Traveling for Rotterdam Film Festival

Scott Belsky Leaves Adobe to Join A24 as Partner for Technology and Innovation

'Plainclothes' Shines at Sundance with Gritty LGBTQ+ Storyline

Brazilian Film 'I'm Still Here' Shines Global Spotlight on Military Dictatorship's Legacy

'Brides' Debuts at Sundance, Examining Teenage Friendship and Radicalization

Sundance Film ‘Jimpa’ Divides Critics with Messy Queer Family Dynamics

‘2000 Meters to Andriivka’ Offers a Harrowing Look at Ukraine’s Frontline Struggles

Netflix’s 'Back in Action' Criticized for Weak Script Despite Star Power

'Companion' Explores AI, Ethics, and Survival in a Genre-Bending Thriller

David Lynch’s Iconic 'Mulholland Drive' Airs Tonight on Arte

‘Brûle le sang’: A Tense Georgian Family Drama in Nice

French Filmmaker Bertrand Blier Dies at 85

Adam McKay Reflects on 'Don't Look Up's' Enduring Impact and Climate Crisis Resonance

Kieran Culkin Shines in Jesse Eisenberg’s Acclaimed Film 'A Real Pain' Now Streaming on Hulu

‘Sing Sing’ Becomes First Film Released in Theaters and Prisons Simultaneously

Fabrice Du Welz Releases 'Le Dossier Maldoror,' a Thriller Inspired by Belgium's Dutroux Case

Netflix’s ‘Emilia Pérez’ Faces Criticism Over Cultural Authenticity and Trans Representation

Sundance Film Festival Moves Forward Despite California Wildfires

'No Other Land' Dominates Cinema Eye Honors Amid U.S. Distribution Challenges

Daniel Craig Earns Acclaim for Bold Role in Luca Guadagnino's 'Queer'

RaMell Ross' 'Nickel Boys' Earns Praise for Experimental Perspective

Thai Film 'How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies' Makes Historic Oscar Shortlist

Indian Film 'All We Imagine as Light' Garners Global Acclaim After Cannes Win

Hungarian Film 'Eine Erklärung für alles' Explores Social Divides Through a High School Exam

Victor Rodenbach's 'Le Beau Rôle' Debuts as a Quirky Take on Art and Relationships

‘The Wall’ Earns Acclaim for Vicky Krieps’ Riveting Performance in Border Drama

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Polo Documentary Faces Harsh Criticism

Angelina Jolie Portrays Maria Callas in Biopic Exploring the Opera Icon's Turbulent Life

Christopher Nolan's 'Interstellar' Draws Crowds in 10th Anniversary IMAX Re-Release

Jesse Eisenberg’s 'A Real Pain' Explores Holocaust Tourism Through a Personal Lens

Israeli-Palestinian Documentary 'No Other Land' Wins European Film Award

Jessica Chastain and Charles Roven Honored at 38th American Cinematheque Awards

Luca Guadagnino's 'Queer' Explores Unsynchronized Love and Complex Masculinity

Shakespeare’s Hamlet Staged Inside Grand Theft Auto in Groundbreaking Documentary

Luca Guadagnino’s 'Queer' Offers a Bold, Sensual Take on William S. Burroughs’ Novel

Sebastian Stan Faces Hollywood Isolation Over Trump Biopic Role

‘The Sabarmati Report’ Declared Tax-Free in Multiple Indian States

Madhya Pradesh Declares 'The Sabarmati Report' Tax-Free

Netflix's 'Emilia Pérez' Sparks Debate and Oscar Buzz

Camerimage Film Festival Faces Backlash Over Controversial Remarks

Filmmakers Withdraw Films from Camerimage Festival Over Misogynistic Remarks

'Heretic' Explores Faith and Existentialism in A24's Latest Horror Film

Netflix's 'The Piano Lesson' Revives August Wilson's Legacy

Steve McQueen Withdraws from Camerimage Festival Over Founder's Remarks

Andrea Arnold's 'Bird' Blends Gritty Realism with Magical Elements

Controversial Trump Biopic 'The Apprentice' Faces Legal Threats and Distribution Challenges

Netflix's 'Time Cut' Faces Backlash for 2003 Depiction

New Film 'Alter Weißer Mann' Explores Stereotypes with Humor

Controversial Papal Thriller 'Conclave' Stirs Debate Over Its Surprising Twist

New Documentary Reveals Intimate Portrait of François Truffaut

Judge Dismisses Second 'Romeo and Juliet' Lawsuit Over 1968 Nude Scene

Al Pacino Donated 'Cruising' Paycheck Over LGBTQ+ Concerns

New Film 'Hagen – Im Tal der Nibelungen' Faces Mixed Reviews

Alain Guiraudie's 'Miséricorde' Blends Desire and Mystery in French Thriller

Vettaiyan's Box Office Run Faces Slump Despite Initial Success

The Wild Robot Now Available for Digital Streaming

'The Apprentice' Film Faces Backlash Ahead of Release

Kate Winslet Stars in 'Lee Miller,' a Bold Portrait of a War Photographer

Abou Sangare Shines in 'L'Histoire de Souleymane'

Animated Film 'Le Robot Sauvage' Captivates with Stunning Visuals and Heartfelt Story

Controversial Trump Biopic 'The Apprentice' Faces Legal and Distribution Challenges

Sebastian Stan Shines in Genre-Defying 'A Different Man'

Controversial Trump Biopic 'The Apprentice' Set to Hit Theaters

Laapataa Ladies Chosen as India's Oscar Entry Amid Controversy

Rez Ball: A New Film Showcasing Indigenous Basketball Culture Premieres on Netflix

Angelina Jolie Earns Oscar Buzz for Transformative Role in Maria Callas Biopic

Johnny Depp's 'Modi' Premieres to Frenzied Reception at San Sebastian

Matt Walsh’s 'Am I Racist?' Becomes 2024's Highest-Grossing Documentary