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Big Hollywood studios are fighting over new director on the block Kane Parsons ahead of his Backrooms sequel
Director Kane Parsons, fresh off the success of his feature film debut 'Backrooms,' is reportedly in negotiations for a lucrative first-look deal with A24. However, other major studios like Warner Bros., Universal, and Sony are also vying to sign the young director. The article highlights a trend of original, lower-budget films with new directors outperforming major blockbusters.
Thanks to movies like The Odyssey and Obsession, 2026 is on track to be the biggest box office year since the pandemic
The year 2026 is projected to be the biggest box office year since 2019, with ticket sales on par with that pre-pandemic high. This success is driven by a diverse slate of films, including "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," "Obsession," and "The Odyssey," alongside upcoming blockbusters like "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" and "Avengers: Doomsday." The article highlights a shift away from solely relying on superhero films, with comedies and original properties like "Obsession" also performing strongly.
The Batman 2 writer says Hollywood is "video game obsessed," and he's getting "5x more offers for video game adaptations than comic book adaptations"
Screenwriter Mattson Tomlin states that Hollywood is shifting from a comic book obsession to a video game obsession, with him receiving five times more offers for video game adaptations than comic book ones. This trend is evidenced by numerous upcoming video game movies and shows, while comic book films are experiencing a downturn. Tomlin's own Mega Man adaptation may still see the light of day due to this industry shift.
Obsession has officially passed Sinners to become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade so far
The horror film Obsession has become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade, earning approximately $371 million worldwide against a $750,000 budget. It surpassed Sinners, which grossed $370.3 million globally. Director Curry Barker is considering a sequel for Obsession but wants to wait several years.
Supergirl's official box office opening has been confirmed, and it's lower than Joker 2
The DCU film Supergirl has officially opened to $37.1 million in the US, performing worse than initially reported and underperforming compared to Joker: Folie à Deux and Morbius. Despite the disappointing box office results, DC Studios co-head Peter Safran expressed confidence in the studio's long-term strategy. The film, which cost approximately $170 million to produce, faces an uphill battle to recoup its costs due to mixed reviews and a lackluster storyline.
Supergirl is tracking to earn less than The Flash in its opening weekend
Pre-release tracking indicates that the upcoming DC film Supergirl is projected to earn approximately $51 million in its opening weekend in the US. This figure is expected to be less than The Flash's $55 million opening in 2023, though Supergirl has a smaller production and marketing budget compared to Superman's $125 million debut. Early critical reactions to Supergirl have been positive.
Morning Metaverse
The article discusses how films like 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' are expected to impact the 2026 summer box office. It references a New York Times article and mentions updates for Mozilla Firefox.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Reaches $1 Billion, And It’s The First 2026 Film To Do So
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $1 billion in worldwide box office revenue, making it the first film of 2026 to reach this milestone. Produced by Illumination, Universal, and Nintendo, the animated film has earned $429 million domestically and $571.5 million internationally. This success follows the record-breaking performance of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and positions Nintendo for further expansion into filmmaking.
Momen Dua Lipa dan Callum Turner Berdansa Mesra di Pesta Pernikahan
The article mentions KPop Demon Hunters showing strong presence in the latter half of 2026 and the surprise release of all 10 episodes of the Among Us animated series. It also notes Backrooms becoming A24's highest-grossing film in North America.
Supergirl opening weekend box office predictions put the DC movie below The Mandalorian and Grogu and Superman
Predictions for the Supergirl movie's opening weekend suggest a domestic box office of $55 million and above, which would place it below The Mandalorian and Grogu and its predecessor, Superman. The Super Mario Bros. Movie currently holds the record for the highest opening weekend of the year. Supergirl is set to release on June 26.
Horror is dominating the box office as Obsession and Backrooms outperform new Star Wars movie The Mandalorian and Grogu…
Original horror films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' are outperforming the new Star Wars movie 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at the box office. 'Backrooms' set a new opening weekend record for A24, while 'Obsession' continues its strong run. Both horror movies had significantly smaller budgets than the Star Wars film, making their success particularly notable.
The Mandalorian and Grogu Terbang ke Puncak Box Office Hollywood
The Mandalorian and Grogu film has dominated the Hollywood box office in its opening week, grossing US$82 million over the weekend and an estimated US$102 million by Monday. While meeting expectations, its opening is considered lower than previous Star Wars films released after Disney's acquisition, despite being the first theatrical Star Wars film since 2019.
Nicolas Cage Klaim Christopher Nolan Tak Mau Rekrut Dirinya
Nicolas Cage claims director Christopher Nolan has refused to cast him in films after Cage previously turned down a role in Nolan's 2002 film Insomnia. Cage stated that many top directors have not contacted him again after he rejected their offers, with David O. Russell being a notable exception who later offered him another role.
The Mandalorian and Grogu on track for a bigger box office opening than Project Hail Mary
The upcoming Star Wars film, The Mandalorian and Grogu, is projected to have a strong box office opening, potentially exceeding $80 million domestically over its four-day weekend. This prediction comes despite a less than stellar Rotten Tomatoes score for the film.
After Voicing Toad In The Mario Galaxy Movie, Keegan-Michael Key Is Ready For Something Rated Mature
Actor Keegan-Michael Key, who voiced Toad in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, expressed his enthusiasm for the film's success and his loyalty to Nintendo and Illumination. He is open to future voice acting roles, ideally something drastically different from Toad, and mentioned Mortal Kombat as a potential franchise he'd be interested in.
After Voicing Toad In The Mario Galaxy Movie, Keegan-Michael Key Is Ready For Something Rated Mature
Actor Keegan-Michael Key, who voiced Toad in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, expressed his enthusiasm for the film's success and his loyalty to Nintendo and Illumination. He is open to future voice acting roles, ideally something drastically different from Toad, and mentioned Mortal Kombat as a potential franchise he'd be interested in.
Spectre star Lea Seydoux was "sad" Bond was bought by Amazon, but had a change of heart when Denis Villeneuve signed on: "At least it's him, so it will be cinema"
Actress Lea Seydoux expressed initial disappointment regarding Amazon's acquisition of MGM, the studio behind the James Bond franchise. However, she later felt reassured upon learning that director Denis Villeneuve would be involved, believing his involvement ensures a cinematic quality to future projects.
Indonesia Bidik Gelar Country of Honor Festival Film Cannes 2028
Indonesia is aiming to become the Country of Honor at the 2028 Cannes Film Festival, a prestigious position awarded by the Marché du Film to highlight a nation's cinema and culture. Minister of Culture Fadli Zon stated this goal is part of a strategic plan to elevate the Indonesian film industry's international standing and foster business collaborations. The initiative includes policies for global distribution, export capacity, festival access, and competitive incentive schemes to attract international productions.
Into the Black
Nina Gold has been appointed as the casting director for the next James Bond film. This news was reported by Deadline as part of their 'Last Link of the Day' feature.
90 Persen Pelanggan Netflix Indonesia Tetap Pilih Nonton Film Lokal
A report indicates that 90 percent of Netflix subscribers in Indonesia continue to prefer watching local films and series, contributing significantly to the global popularity of Indonesian content. Over the past year, 35 Indonesian titles have entered Netflix's Global Top 10 Non-English charts, with films like 'Abadi Nan Jaya' and 'Gadis Kretek' achieving millions of views and sparking international conversations about Indonesian culture.
