The Academy announces Raj Kapoor, Katy Mullan, and Hamish Hamilton will return for the 97th Oscars, airing March 2, 2025. The creative team includes Michael Bearden as the new music director, alongside returning production designers Misty Buckley, Alana Billingsley, and David Chamberlin.

Sean Baker's Anora features Mikey Madison in a career-defining performance as a young sex worker caught in a romance with a wealthy scion. With its unique blend of genres, the film explores wealth, power, and the limits of

Hans Zimmer’s evocative score for Dune 2 is ineligible for an Oscar nomination due to the Academy’s rule on pre-existing music, which limits its submission eligibility. Despite this, Zimmer remains in contention for recognition at other major awards. Find out why his contribution to Dune 2 will still resonate with audiences globally and what’s next for the legendary composer.

AFI Fest 2024 reasserts itself as Hollywood’s premier film festival, showcasing world premieres from Clint Eastwood, Robert Zemeckis, and Wallace & Gromit. Discover the action-packed five-day festival held at TCL Chinese Theatres, featuring over 150 titles, star-studded red carpets, and diverse voices in cinema.

Check out how top contenders are breaking for the Golden Globes' drama and musical/comedy categories. Films like Anora and A Real Pain opt for the musical/comedy field despite dark tones, while The Apprentice and Queer are slated for drama. With a looming Nov. 4 deadline, filmmakers and distributors still have time to finalize their submissions, but the organization may overturn classifications deemed unsuitable.

NewFest’s 36th annual LGBTQ+ film festival features over 140 queer films, celebrating contemporary themes and underrepresented voices in the LGBTQ+ community. Get your tickets now!