Power and privilege are often parts of the same formula — one almost inevitably leads to the other. The films of this award season examine the phenomenon in myriad ways: from factual to fictional, and within institutions as disparate as the military and the classical music community. The directors behind “The Inspection,” “Devotion,” “The Woman King”…

Manta, the South Korea-based digital comics publisher, announced today the platform will begin offering its content in the Spanish language. The Jan. 18 soft launch of the service marks Manta’s latest move toward global expansion as the platform grows in popularity among Spanish-language readers. A full launch is expected to follow suit, though an official…

YouTube is coming back to pitch ad buyers on the streaming giant’s content breadth — including across YouTube TV and Shorts — and its massive audience during the 2023 TV upfronts week in New York. The video platform will host its Brandcast marketing event on May 17 at Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall in New…

When Madonna revealed dates for “Madonna: The Celebration Tour,” a career-spanning live extravaganza, the speculation surrounding the setlist led the conversation. While the Queen of Pop is tightlipped about specifics, a couple of tidbits can be gleaned from the star-studded tour announcement. In a video that pays tribute to her 1990 documentary “Truth or Dare,”…

James Cameron’s “Avatar” franchise was made for viewing in premium large format theaters such as IMAX 3D and Dolby Cinema, but that doesn’t mean watching the movies at home is a bad idea. The Oscar-winning director recently spoke to NPR about different viewing methods for “Avatar,” and he said a “good experience” can still be…

Saban Films has secured global distribution rights to the crime thriller “Clean Up Crew” in all territories but Spain and Italy. “The Survivalist” helmer Jon Keeyes directs Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Oscar winner Melissa Leo and Oscar nominee Antonio Banderas in the tale of a crime scene clean-up crew that finds a briefcase full of cash…

Jonah Hill’s “You People” co-stars are weighing in on the actor’s decision not to promote or do press for his films because of the toll it takes on his mental health. “Life is tough for all of us,” Lauren London told Variety Tuesday at the “You People” premiere at the Regency Village Theatre in Los…

Get ready for more “M3GAN.” The internet’s favorite demonic dancing doll is returning to theaters in 2025. “M3GAN 2.0,” a sequel to Atomic Monster and Blumhouse’s campy thriller, is officially in the works. Universal has scheduled the movie to debut in theaters on Jan. 17, 2025. Screenwriter Akela Cooper is returning to pen the sequel….

Cinedigm announced today the acquisition of North American rights to “Yelling Fire in an Empty Theater,” the feature debut of writer-director Justin Zuckerman. Starting Jan. 24, the film will be available for viewing exclusively on Fandor, Cinedigm’s official streaming platform. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Fandor and Cinedigm on the film, who are really…

Verve has appointed founding partner Bill Weinstein to the position of CEO, the first in the agency’s 13-year history. In his newly created position, Weinstein’s responsibilities will “continue to evolve,” though he will remain working in his capacity representing clients, “an indication of Verve’s continued commitment to its core tenet of advocating for creative talent…