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Pendapatan Awal The Devil Wears Prada 2 Untung 233% dari Bujet
The Devil Wears Prada 2 has achieved significant box office success, earning US$233.6 million globally within its first 72 hours, exceeding its US$100 million production budget by over 233%. The film's performance, driven by nostalgia and the return of its original cast, has placed its domestic earnings as the fourth-highest of the year so far.
Academy Awards Tambah Aturan, Mulai dari AI hingga Film Internasional
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has introduced new rules for the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, impacting acting categories, the use of Artificial Intelligence, and international film submissions. These changes aim to address evolving standards in eligibility, authorship, and global inclusion within the film industry.
Pegang Rekor Pidato Terpanjang di Oscar, Ini 'Pembelaan' Adrien Brody
Actor Adrien Brody, known for his serious demeanor, humorously defended his record-breaking 5-minute 40-second Oscar acceptance speech for 'The Brutalist.' He explained his intention to convey important messages about racism and antisemitism amidst the pressure of the moment. Brody also joked about deserving extra screen time and compared his speech to others that receive less public scrutiny.
Dilarang Masuk Kabin, Piala Oscar Malah Hilang di Bagasi Pesawat
Lufthansa is searching for a lost Oscar statuette belonging to Russian director Pavel Talankin, which disappeared from his luggage after he landed in Frankfurt. The statuette was placed in checked baggage by Talankin after US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials at JFK Airport prohibited him from carrying it into the cabin, citing it as a potential weapon. Talankin expressed confusion and distress, noting he had transported the award numerous times previously without issue.
The Oscars bans generative AI in acting and writing categories
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, known as the Oscars, has updated its eligibility rules to ban generative AI in acting and writing categories. Roles must be demonstrably performed by humans with consent, and screenplays must be human-authored to be considered.
New Oscars rules ban Generative AI from ever being eligible for an Academy Award
The Academy has updated its rules for the upcoming 99th Academy Awards, officially banning generative AI-generated actors and screenplays from being eligible for any awards. New guidelines specify that only roles demonstrably performed by humans with their consent and human-authored screenplays will be considered.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Diprediksi Raup Rp1,3 T Debut di Hollywood
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is projected to earn between US$75 million and US$100 million in its opening weekend in North America, with global projections reaching US$175 million to US$190 million. The film, produced by 20th Century Studios with a budget of US$100 million, aims to capitalize on the loyal fanbase of the original 2006 film.
Marvel star's desert epic with a 25% Rotten Tomatoes score on track to be one of the biggest box office flops ever
The action film Desert Warrior, starring Marvel's Anthony Mackie, is on track to be one of the biggest box office flops of all time, with a reported 25% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie follows a bandit in 7th century Arabia aiding a princess against an emperor.
DC Studios co-CEO disagrees superhero fatigue was ever a thing, instead calls it "mediocre movie fatigue"
DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran believes the decline in interest for superhero films is due to "mediocre movie fatigue" rather than genre fatigue. He stated that studios need to innovate and present original stories, citing Supergirl as an example of a fresh concept.
Pimpin BPI, Fauzan Zidni Siapkan Misi Khusus ke Cannes
Fauzan Zidni has been appointed as the Chairman of the Indonesian Film Agency (BPI) for a four-year term. He aims to expand the global reach of Indonesian cinema through strategic festivals and international co-productions, with the first delegation planned for the Cannes Film Festival in May 2026. Minister of Culture Fadli Zon expressed support for Zidni's leadership in strengthening the film ecosystem and creating broader opportunities for creative talent.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie earns $747M at box office
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has achieved $747 million globally at the box office, contributing to the franchise's total earnings surpassing $2 billion. Despite the film's financial success, co-producer Shigeru Miyamoto expressed bewilderment at the critical reception, noting a 43% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Has Made $756 Million in the Worldwide Box Office
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved significant box office success, grossing $756 million worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing film of 2026. Despite mixed critical reception, the film has performed exceptionally well, with producer Shigeru Miyamoto expressing surprise at the negative critic reviews. Future Nintendo film adaptations are not planned as a connected universe, with a focus on individual character stories.
Unsurprisingly, The Mario Galaxy Movie Is Already 2026's Biggest Box Office Hit
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become the highest-grossing film of 2026, earning $629 million globally in just a few weeks. This success follows the billion-dollar performance of the first movie. The film faces competition later in the year from major releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Avengers Doomsday, and Toy Story 5.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has passed $500M globally
The animated Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $500 million in global box office earnings. The film, a collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, had a reported budget of $110 million and is expected to reach $308 million in the United States alone.
The King's Warden Tumbangkan Rekor Extreme Job di Korea
The film The King's Warden has become the second most-watched film in Korean history, surpassing Extreme Job with 16.28 million cumulative viewers. While it trails The Admiral: Roaring Currents for the all-time record, The King's Warden has achieved the highest box office revenue to date. The historical drama is praised for its acting and depiction of King Danjong's exile.
Before his cancelled Star Wars movie, Steven Soderbergh pitched two James Bond movies, including a "parallel franchise" set in the '60s and a "contemporary extravaganza"
Filmmaker Steven Soderbergh pitched two unconventional James Bond movie ideas to producer Barbara Broccoli in 2008. One concept was a cheaply made, R-rated, violent, and sexy 'parallel franchise' set in the 1960s, distinct from the main Bond series, while the other was described as a 'contemporary extravaganza'.
Agak Laen 2 Resmi Pamit dari Bioskop setelah Tayang 132 Hari
The Indonesian film Agak Laen 2 has concluded its theatrical run after 132 days, attracting 11,000,866 viewers and becoming the highest-grossing Indonesian film of all time. Produced by Imajinari, the film surpassed Avengers: Endgame in box office performance. A sequel is confirmed to be in development.
Christine Hakim Bertemu Jokowi, Ajak Adu Akting?
Actress Christine Hakim met with Joko Widodo at his residence in Solo for a silaturahmi (gathering). While the discussions were extensive and focused on his continued need for national contributions, Hakim clarified that she did not invite him to act in a film, stating it would be unfair to burden him. She also received a jar of crackers from Iriana Joko Widodo as a gift for the road.
Mark Hamill says Dave Filoni is the best choice to lead Lucasfilm: "He knows George's sensibility"
Mark Hamill expressed his approval of Dave Filoni taking on a co-head role at Lucasfilm, stating that Filoni understands George Lucas's creative sensibilities. Filoni and Lynwen Brennan were appointed co-presidents earlier this year, succeeding Kathleen Kennedy.
I kept hearing that The Super Mario Galaxy Movie had a 'record-breaking weekend,' but then I looked at the…
The article questions the validity of 'record-breaking' claims for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's opening weekend, suggesting the records are artificially constructed due to the early April release date and specific criteria. While acknowledging the film's massive financial success, comparable to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, the author argues that many of the touted records are misleading and lack genuine significance in the broader context of the film industry.
