In a groundbreaking announcement from California just before the year-end festivities, viewers got their first glimpse into the highly anticipated political drama series set to captivate audiences in early 2017. Kate del Castillo takes on the powerful role of Emilia Urquiza, Mexico's First Lady, whose passionate commitment to peace and national improvement drives the narrative of...

Netflix has secured worldwide rights and will fund the final restoration of Orson Welles' long-unfinished final movie, 'The Other Side of the Wind.' This cinematic endeavor, a satirical look at Hollywood, follows the tumultuous final days of a legendary director striving for a comeback. For over forty years, producer Frank Marshall has championed the project's completion, a mission now...

Spider-Man's international debut spun a web of record-breaking numbers, with impressive openings across Asia and Eastern Europe. The superhero flick swung to an estimated $11.1 million from 18 territories, setting new benchmarks in several key markets. South Korea hailed a $2.8 million opening as its biggest U.S. film debut ever, surpassing the previous record held by Harry Potter. Thailand,...

As Uganda approaches its general elections, internet restrictions have prompted a surge in virtual private network usage among citizens. Authorities imposed a public internet suspension two days before the presidential vote, leading to an immediate spike in VPN searches. Proton VPN reported an astonishing 8,000% increase in signups from Uganda within a single hour on Tuesday. This dramatic...

In a significant move within the documentary film landscape, Netflix has secured global distribution rights to Yance Ford’s compelling work, Strong Island. The film made its debut at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival and received widespread praise at both the Berlin and True/False festivals. Upcoming screenings include a special showing in New York City on March 19, organized by the Museum...