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Stephen Chow Makes His Return to the Sport With ‘Kung Fu Soccer,’ Closing International Rights Deal More Than Two Decades After ‘Shaolin Soccer’

Singapore-based Encore Films has secured worldwide theatrical distribution and related rights outside Mainland China for “Kung Fu Soccer,” the new feature from filmmaker Stephen Chow. The action comedy – a China-Hong Kong co-production – follows the Emei Women’s Football Team as it battles through the fictional “Supreme Invincible Cup” tournament, blending martial arts with sport. []

Spider-Man vs Minions — who can save Hollywood?

The summer box office battle is heating up. But behind Hollywood’s biggest franchises is a bigger question about the future of cinema. Who can revive moviegoing? Peter Devlin takes a look. #spiderman #hollywood #minions #cinema #movies

Hong Sang-soo's new film sees Kim Min-hee's return

Hong Sang-soo's new film sees Kim Min-hee's return

7 Hindi films hitting cinemas in July 2026 — release dates, cast, what to expect from each one

From Alia Bhatt's Alpha to Dhamaal 4 and Huma Qureshi's Baby Do Die Do, here's a complete preview of the biggest Bollywood releases hitting theatres in July 2026.

Coping with the blockbuster trade that never was

Dealing with the aftermath of coming up short in the blockbuster of the summer

5 Things From Needs to Do In Its Final Season to End the Show Right

MGM+ From has become a breakout hit series, right as it is headed down the final stretch. The horror-drama-mystery series has kept the fandom guessing with its story of seeming strangers all stranded in a nightmarish town, where monsters are very real. Unraveling the mystery of how they got there, or what the strange supernatural realm []

Horror Beat: Why you need to keep an eye on the new MANHUNTER 4K restoration hitting select theaters

Back when Brian Cox was Hannibal Lecter.

His Original Movie Is a Classic. Then the Director of <em>Paul Blart: Mall Cop</em> Wanted to Do a Remake.

The director of Sherman’s March examines what happened when Hollywood came knocking—and when tragedy struck.

Moana’s lazy live-action remake is why Hollywood deserves the AI takeover

Sigh.

The 35 Best TV Shows of 2026 So Far

We’re halfway through a monumental year for Hollywood, as major consolidation promises to make the industry look very different come 2026’s end. Not to mention, audiences are drifting to YouTube and social media for faster entertainment hits. Despite all of that, TV still has the power to unite viewers — if a story is compelling []

K-drama likened to &apos;Taken&apos; surges on Netflix as webtoon controversy returns

Following the breakout success of My Royal Nemesis, the next hottest K-drama may be Agent Kim Reactivated. The revenge thriller debuted at No. 3 on Netflix's global non-English TV chart just three days after its premiere, though its popularity has also renewed scrutiny of the production company behind the original webtoon over allegations of far-right imagery in its works. Agent Kim Reactivated stars So Ji-sub as Manager Kim, an ordinary office worker forced to shed his quiet corporate lif

How Shanghai Is Reinventing the Movie Theater to Strengthen Its Position as “China’s City of Film”

Cinemas themed around anime and live sports are luring younger crowds — and their spending — as Shanghai works to contend with China's box-office downturn.

Pretty in Pinko: The Brat Pack And the Anti-Communist Film Festival

Pretty in Pinko: The Brat Pack And the Anti-Communist Film Festival

Sean Penn to direct Jan. 6-inspired film, Bradley Cooper in talks to star

More than five years after the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, Hollywood is set to take its portrayal of it to the big screen.

Tom Cruise: 6 blockbusters to watch over Fourth of July weekend

Tom Cruise: 6 blockbusters to watch over Fourth of July weekend

Inside CAA’s Secret AI “Vault,” Where Actors Can Live Forever—If They Want

One intrepid reporter journeys into the nondescript building where Hollywood’s biggest stars can be digitally cloned. What comes next for those replicas is anyone’s guess.

AI-Generated Actress Tilly Norwood Set for Debut

The most talked-about new actor in Hollywood does not need a trailer, residuals or a lunch break. Tilly Norwood, the AI-generated performer created by the London-based studio Particle6, is set to make her feature-film debut in “Misaligned,” a comedy-drama that turns the controversy around artificial intelligence (AI) in entertainment into its own premise. RELATED: The []

Dear You: Beijing holds movie night for diplomats to help them ‘better understand’ China

Beijing has staged a special screening of a blockbuster film that sparked a debate about propaganda in Southeast Asia, inviting 150 foreign diplomats and their families to the event to help them “better understand China”. Diplomats from 74 embassies, including Indonesia, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates and Peru, attended Monday’s screening of the film Dear You, which was organised by the Chinese foreign ministry. The movie was shot in the Teochew dialect spoken in the Chaoshan region of...

Live-action 'Moana' sails into Hollywood Bowl with grand world premiere

Live-action 'Moana' sails into Hollywood Bowl with grand world premiere

'Hope' director Na Hong-jin turns to space to show how small tragedies can spiral

SEOUL, July 7 (Yonhap) -- Na Hong-jin, the director behind the sci-fi thriller ...

After The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan's forgotten masterpiece is coming back to theaters

The Prestige is coming back to theaters, making it the perfect time to rediscover this lost masterwork.

'Wedding Banquet' musical returns to Taiwan for final run

Taipei, June 24 (CNA) The Wedding Banquet: A New Musical, inspired by director Ang Lee's (李安) acclaimed 1993 film, will return to Taipei's National Theater in September for its final performances in Taiwan before continuing its international development, according to producer HUA Universal Arts Entertainment.

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle streaming release date announced for July 2026

After a long wait, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle finally comes to streaming.

Early X reviews for Dhamaal 4 are in, here's how Ajay Devgn's comedy is being received

Bollywood actors Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi and Javed Jaffrey have returned to the big screen with the fourth instalment of the popular Dhamaal franchise. The much-awaited comedy, Dhamaal 4, hit theatres today, July 10 and moviegoers who caught the early shows have already started sharing their reactions on social media. Here's a look at what audiences are saying about the film.

The New ‘Moana’ Movie: 3 Things Parents Should Know about Its Story and Worldview

A decade after the Oscar-nominated Moana sailed into theaters and dominated the box office for more than a month, its live-action remake is now arriving on the big screen.Starring Catherine Laga'aia in the title role and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as Maui, the PG-rated Disney musical follows a Polynesian island princess who sets sail across the ocean to save her people after the island’s fish disappear and the coconut trees stop bearing healthy fruit.Here are three things parents should know:Photo Credit: ©Disney

Tom Cruise’s Next Movie Has The Weirdest Trailer I’ve Seen In A Long Time

The new Digger trailer spent two minutes hyping up the main actor

Live-Action Moana Box Office Projections Plummet—Is Disney Facing Another Flop?

Disney’s upcoming live-action Moana remake is facing new questions after updated box office projections showed a significant drop in expectations for one of the company’s most valuable modern franchises. While Moana appeared to be one of Disney’s safest bets on paper, the latest tracking suggests the studio may not have another guaranteed blockbuster on its [] The post Live-Action Moana Box Office Projections Plummet—Is Disney Facing Another Flop? appeared first on That Park Place.

EPR Properties: Tales Of Movie Theaters Dying Were Great Exaggerations

EPR Properties: Tales Of Movie Theaters Dying Were Great Exaggerations

Why 3D TVs failed and the trouble with 3D in Hollywood.

They were annoying to use and bad 3D movies didn't help.

'Moana': 5 Reasons Why The Rock-Starrer Is a Must-Watch on the Big Screen This Monsoon

Disney's live-action adaptation of Moana is set to release in Indian cinemas on July 10, 2026, in English and Hindi. Starring Catherine Laga'aia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as the demigod Maui, the film brings the beloved animated story to life with a new cast, large-scale visual effects and a fresh cinematic approach.

Festival Pertukaran Filem Malaysia-China fokus pengintegrasian Kecerdasan Buatan (Ai) dalam industri filem

KUALA LUMPUR: Festival Filem Pertukaran Malaysia-China kini telah memasuki edisi yang ketiga dengan matlamat untuk memperkukuhkan hubungan kedua-dua negara menerusi filem dan budaya di samping mengetengahkan peranan teknologi Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) dalam industri perfileman. Menurut Pengerusi Jawatan Penganjur, Aron Koh, festival yang memasuki tahun ketiga kali ini turut memberi perhatian terhadap perkembangan teknologi kecerdasan buatan ... Read more The post Festival Pertukaran Filem Malaysia-China fokus pengintegrasian Kecerdasan Buatan (Ai) dalam industri filem appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.