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Mysius’ The Birthday Party Debuts at Cannes to Strong Applause and Split Reviews

Praise for the film’s craft and performances contrasts with critiques of its predictable plot during its search for distribution.

The Housemaid Sets U.S. Dec. 19 Opening as India Release Locks for Jan. 2

Early Reviews Fault Backstory Reveals as The Strangers — Chapter 2 Shifts to Survival Thriller Before Sept. 26 Opening

Pete Davidson Confronts Eldritch Horrors in New ‘The Home’ Trailer