Discover Variety's 2025 Directors to Watch, featuring rising talents like Coralie Fargeat, Malcolm Washington, and Halina Reijn. Get a glimpse of the filmmakers making waves in the industry and their upcoming projects, including 'The Substance,' 'The Piano Lesson,' and 'Babygirl.'

Daniel Craig and Luca Guadagnino, known for their collaboration on Queer, are reuniting for Sgt. Rock at DC Studios. Directed by Guadagnino and written by Justin Kuritzkes, this project is part of the new wave of DC films set to reshape the superhero landscape. Expected release details and plot insights inside.

Timothée Chalamet devoted five years to prepare for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown. The biopic captures Dylan’s rise from a folk singer to a rock icon, and Chalamet worked with multiple coaches to perfect the role. The film highlights Dylan’s influences, key relationships, and the iconic Newport Folk Festival. Discover how Chalamet transformed himself to authentically portray the enigmatic musician.

Timothée Chalamet’s portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown demonstrates his intense commitment, as praised by Edward Norton. Learn how Chalamet embodied the role, staying in character throughout production, and what his co-stars had to say about his immersive method acting. The film opens December 25.

Discover the powerful journey of Diane Warren, one of America’s most prolific songwriters, in the documentary ‘Diane Warren: Relentless,’ directed by Bess Kargman. Catch the NYC premiere at DOC NYC 2024 with screenings at Village East by Angelika and IFC Center, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. Learn about Warren’s rebellious childhood, her rise to fame, and the experiences shared by America’s top singers in this music-rich portrait.

Explore the inspiring story of Kenneth Cole in the documentary A MAN with SOLE, directed by Dori Berinstein. Discover how Cole used fashion as a platform for advocacy over four decades, covering topics like HIV/AIDS, mental health, and LGBTQIA+ rights. Premiering at DOC NYC 2024, the documentary reveals the designer’s tireless dedication to social justice.