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Landmark 40th Edition of AFI Fest 2026 Unveils Full Lineup: A Celebration of Global Cinema, Red-Carpet Premieres, and Boundary-Pushing Voices
HOLLYWOOD — The American Film Institute (AFI) has officially revealed the comprehensive, star-studded lineup for the landmark 40th edition of AFI Fest 2026. Presented by Canva, the prestigious five-day cinematic celebration is set to take over the heart of Hollywood from October 21 through October 25. As one of the most anticipated events on the […]
Inside the Horror Renaissance: Industry Leaders and Filmmakers Decode the Genre’s Unstoppable Rise at Fantastic Fest 2026
AUSTIN, Texas — Following a staggering box-office year defined by visionary and commercially dominant horror hits like Obsession and Backrooms, the genre finds itself at a fascinating cultural and industrial crossroads. As audiences increasingly flock to theaters and streaming platforms in search of thrills, the mechanics of how scary stories are developed, produced, and consumed […]
Venice Film Festival 2026: Film Comment Drops Final Festival Podcast Highlighting NAZA, Company, and Late-Fest Premieres
As the lights dim on the 2026 Venice International Film Festival, the critical consensus is being shaped and debated by some of the sharpest voices in film journalism. Following a rigorous fortnight of reporting from the sun-drenched shores of the historic Lido di Venezia, the editorial team behind Film Comment has released its final dispatch […]
