the first easterseals disability arts & culture awards recognized 'the pitt', 'all her fault', and 'horsesgirls'. marlee matlin and wendi mclendon-covey received honors. the event marked a new era for disability-focused creative recognition.
The UK has chosen Pegah Ahangarani’s film as its entry for the Best International Feature Film category. The movie follows the director’s experience of exile and rebuilding her life in London.
marie-clémentine dusabejambo’s film ben’imana is rwanda’s first oscar submission. the film explores the aftermath of the 1994 genocide.
the academy has invited members to vote on a category with over 100 eligible films. this marks a new record for the number of entries in the category.
olivia Wilde's film 'the invite' is set for an acting nomination, making her the first woman to direct herself to such recognition. the film's acting nomination comes after a long history of men receiving similar nods for directing roles.
alejandro g. iñárritu’s film is hailed as one of 2026’s best despite mixed critical and box office reception. critics argue its depth and layered storytelling justify its oscar consideration.
laika has submitted 'the better part of bravery' from 'wildwood' for oscar consideration. the song is performed by the decemberists and appears at the film's end.
Tim Blake Nelson will attend the Philadelphia Film Festival to receive the Artistic Achievement in Directing Award. His film, The Life And Deaths Of Wilson Shedd, will premiere at TIFF and screen at the fest.
julianne moore is the clear favorite for best actress after her performance in the debut. she would be the second time she has won the award. no major competition is expected.
Daniel Pemberton took home the Film Composer of the Year title at the World Soundtrack Awards. His recent work includes 'Project Hail Mary' and 'The Bad Guys 2'.
stephen king criticized emmy voters for overlooking landman, the highest-rated tv show, and billy bob thornton's acting. michelle pfeiffer's work in the madison also went unrecognized.
the short documentary 'water cooler' has added geeta gandbhir, sam pollard, and alisa payne as executive producers. the film was directed by emma v.f. and shot in immigration court corridors.
the tasveer film market has selected 12 films for a $150,000 grant competition. the event runs alongside the tasveer film festival in seattle from october 13 to 18.