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The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced today that the cast and filmmakers behind Lionsgate’s hit motion picture “Michael” will receive the Gotham Musical...

The 2026 British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) Announce Best Feature Documentary & Best International Independent Film Longlists

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

Al Pacino To Be Honored With The 2026 SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award

Matt Neglia - October 15, 2026

The 2026 British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) Announce New Talent & Breakthrough Performance Longlists

Matt Neglia - October 14, 2026

The European Film Academy Reveals The Shortlists For The 2026 EFA Awards

Matt Neglia - October 14, 2026

Latest Reviews

“HALLOWARRIOR”

Cody Dericks - October 15, 2026

THE STORY - Desperate for companionship on a post apocalyptic Halloween night, the last girl on Earth gets more than she bargained for when something...

“STREET FIGHTER”

Dan Bayer - October 15, 2026

Keri Russell Gives A Series-Best Performance In This Gripping Fourth Season Of “The Diplomat”

Amy Kim - October 15, 2026

“WHALEFALL”

Giovanni Lago - October 14, 2026

“THE LAST PICTURE SHOWS”

Cody Dericks - October 12, 2026

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TELEVISION

Keri Russell Gives A Series-Best Performance In This Gripping Fourth Season Of “The Diplomat”

Amy Kim - October 15, 2026

THE STORY - A catastrophe shatters the fragile peace Kate Wyler brokered between the US and UK, as well as the crumbling marriage she’s...

“Carrie” Is An Effective Modern Update, But Far From Mike Flanagan’s Best

Cody Dericks - October 1, 2026

“East Of Eden” Review – Zoe Kazan Delivers The Definitive Adaptation Of John Steinbeck’s American Classic

Giovanni Lago - October 1, 2026

“Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story” Turns Infamy Into Empty Spectacle

Megan Lachinski - September 24, 2026

“Brothers” Brings McConaughey And Harrelson Together Again For A Rowdy Ride

Megan Lachinski - September 23, 2026

Podcasts

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interviews With “Sense And Sensibility” Star Daisy Edgar-Jones & Director Georgia Oakley

October 16, 2026

"Sense And Sensibility" is a 2026 period romantic drama film directed by Georgia Oakley from a screenplay by Diana Reid. It is based on...

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Once Upon A Time In Harlem” Co-DIrector David Greaves

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Sense And Sensibility (1995)”

Matt Neglia - October 15, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Whalefall” Filmmaker Brian Duffield

October 14, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Fjord”

October 14, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast: Episode 511 – Mailbag Monday

October 12, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast: Episode 511 – NYFF64 Ends, “The Exorcist: Martyrs,” “Godzilla Minus Zero,” “Heartland” & “La Gradiva” Trailers

October 11, 2026

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Interviews

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interviews With “Sense And Sensibility” Star Daisy Edgar-Jones & Director Georgia Oakley

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

"Sense And Sensibility" is a 2026 period romantic drama film directed by Georgia Oakley from a screenplay by Diana Reid. It is based on...

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Once Upon A Time In Harlem” Co-DIrector David Greaves

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Whalefall” Filmmaker Brian Duffield

Matt Neglia - October 14, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Love Of Your Life” Director Rachel Morrison

Matt Neglia - October 9, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “California Schemin'” Director James McAvoy

Ema Sasic - October 8, 2026

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Awards Precursors

The 2026 Critics Choice Documentary Award (CCDA) Nominations

Matt Neglia - October 13, 2026

The Critics Choice Association (CCA) has announced the nominees for the 11thannual Critics Choice Documentary Awards (CCDA). The winners will be revealed at a gala...

The 78th Primetime Emmy Award Winners

September 14, 2026

The 2026 Creative Arts Emmy Award Winners

September 6, 2026

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Trailers

Trailer – “Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew”

Matt Neglia - October 13, 2026

Netflix has released the official trailer for Greta Gerwig's "Narnia: The Magician's Nephew," starring David McKenna, Beatrice Campbell, Emma Mackey, Daniel Craig, Carey Mulligan,...

Trailer – “Remain”

September 8, 2026

Trailer – “Artificial”

September 8, 2026

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Keri Russell Gives A Series-Best Performance In This Gripping Fourth Season Of “The Diplomat”

The Lists

The World Premieres We Can’t Wait To See From The 2026 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)

AE Ben Langford - September 9, 2026

The festival season is officially in motion as we get the first tastes of reactions emerging from this year’s Venice Film Festival. While many...

Our Most Anticipated Films For The 2026 Venice Film Festival

Articles Matt Neglia - September 1, 2026

The fall film festival season is always one of the most exciting times of the year for any dedicated cinephile. Now is the time...

Every Series Nominee At The 2026 Emmys Ranked

Articles Amy Kim - August 25, 2026

As Emmy voting draws to a close, now is the perfect time to take a look at all 21 TV shows nominated for the...

What The 2026 TCA Award Winners Tell Us About This Year’s Emmy Races

Articles Amy Kim - August 20, 2026

One year ago, the 2025 Television Critics Association (TCA) Awards were announced, and it became evident that "The Pitt" would win Outstanding Drama Series...

Potential Upsets To Keep An Eye On For The 2026 Emmy Awards

Articles Tom O'Brien - August 20, 2026

There’s a moment in every Emmy ceremony – whether in the Primetime or Creative Arts telecast – just after the envelope is opened and...

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The Latest

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interviews With “Sense And Sensibility” Star Daisy Edgar-Jones & Director Georgia Oakley

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

The Gotham Awards To Present The Cast And Creative Team Of “Michael” With The Gotham Musical Tribute

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Once Upon A Time In Harlem” Co-DIrector David Greaves

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

The 2026 British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) Announce Best Feature Documentary & Best International Independent Film Longlists

Matt Neglia - October 16, 2026

2026

“HALLOWARRIOR”

Cody Dericks - October 15, 2026

Can A24 Get Four Films Nominated For Best Picture This Year?

Ben Langford - October 15, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Sense And Sensibility (1995)”

Matt Neglia - October 15, 2026

2026

“STREET FIGHTER”

Dan Bayer - October 15, 2026

Articles

Al Pacino To Be Honored With The 2026 SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award

Matt Neglia - October 15, 2026

2026

Keri Russell Gives A Series-Best Performance In This Gripping Fourth Season Of “The Diplomat”

Amy Kim - October 15, 2026

NBP Podcast

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Whalefall” Filmmaker Brian Duffield

Matt Neglia - October 14, 2026

DOC NYC Announces 2026 Short Lists For Features And Shorts, Winner’s Circle & Selects Encore Programs

Sara Clements - October 14, 2026

The 2026 British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) Announce New Talent & Breakthrough Performance Longlists

Matt Neglia - October 14, 2026

The Next Best Picture Podcast – “Fjord”

Matt Neglia - October 14, 2026

2026

“WHALEFALL”

Giovanni Lago - October 14, 2026

A Behind The Scenes Look At Laika’s “Wildwood”

Daniel Howat - October 14, 2026

The European Film Academy Reveals The Shortlists For The 2026 EFA Awards

Matt Neglia - October 14, 2026

AFI Fest

“Once Upon A Time In Hollywood” Will Screen With Quentin Tarantino In-Person At The 2026 AFI Film Festival

Matt Neglia - October 13, 2026

Trailer – “Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew”

Matt Neglia - October 13, 2026

The 2026 Critics Choice Documentary Award (CCDA) Nominations

Matt Neglia - October 13, 2026

Ranking The Strength Of The Best Picture Oscar Contenders After The 2026 Fall Film Festivals

Robert Dougherty - October 13, 2026

2026

“THE LAST PICTURE SHOWS”

Cody Dericks - October 12, 2026

Main Show

The Next Best Picture Podcast: Episode 511 – Mailbag Monday

Matt Neglia - October 12, 2026

Main Show

The Next Best Picture Podcast: Episode 511 – NYFF64 Ends, “The Exorcist: Martyrs,” “Godzilla Minus Zero,” “Heartland” & “La Gradiva” Trailers

Matt Neglia - October 11, 2026

2026

“WILDWOOD”

Matt Neglia - October 11, 2026

NBP Podcast

The Next Best Picture Podcast – “The Social Reckoning”

Matt Neglia - October 10, 2026

2026

“RAY GUNN”

Giovanni Lago - October 10, 2026

2026

“14th”

Amy Kim - October 9, 2026

2026

“I RARELY WAKE UP DREAMING”

Tom O'Brien - October 9, 2026

2026

“V/H/S/MIXTAPE”

Cody Dericks - October 9, 2026

NBP Podcast

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “Love Of Your Life” Director Rachel Morrison

Matt Neglia - October 9, 2026

2026

“OTHER MOMMY”

Dan Bayer - October 9, 2026

2026

“ANIMALS”

Ema Sasic - October 8, 2026

Which Long-Overdue Contender Will Win An Oscar This Year?

Robert Dougherty - October 8, 2026

2026

“EVERYTHING ELSE IS NOISE”

Tom O'Brien - October 8, 2026

DOC NYC Announces The 2026 Main Slate Lineup

Matt Neglia - October 8, 2026

NBP Podcast

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “California Schemin'” Director James McAvoy

Ema Sasic - October 8, 2026

2026

“MATCHBOX: THE MOVIE”

Amy Kim - October 8, 2026

“La Bola Negra” To Receive Gotham Vanguard Tribute At 2026 Gotham Film Awards

Matt Neglia - October 8, 2026

NBP Podcast

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interview With “My Undesirable Friends: Part II – Exile” Filmmaker Julia Loktev

Cody Dericks - October 7, 2026

2026

“MAKING MARIE ANTOINETTE”

Tom O'Brien - October 7, 2026

Is “Artificial” The Oscar Contender NEON & Luca Guadagnino Have Been Waiting For?

Ben Langford - October 7, 2026

2026

“THE SOCIAL RECKONING”

Cody Dericks - October 7, 2026

Can “Michael” And “Digger” Overcome Their Reviews To Become Best Picture Nominees?

Robert Dougherty - October 6, 2026

NBP Podcast

The Next Best Picture Podcast – Interviews With “East Of Eden” Star Hoon Lee & Director Garth Davis

Giovanni Lago - October 6, 2026

Can “Rose” Ride Off Of Sandra Hüller’s Best Actress Buzz And Become A Dark Horse Oscar Contender For More Categories?

Amy Kim - October 6, 2026

2026

“ARTIFICIAL”

Giovanni Lago - October 6, 2026

Ron Howard To Receive Critics Choice Impact Award At The 11th Annual Critics Choice Documentary Awards

Ema Sasic - October 5, 2026

Main Show

The Next Best Picture Podcast: Episode 510 – Mailbag Monday

Matt Neglia - October 5, 2026

Main Show

The Next Best Picture Podcast: Episode 510 – NYFF64 Continues, Farewell Warner Bros., “Elsinore,” “La Bola Negra,” “Rose” & “Clarissa” Trailers

Matt Neglia - October 4, 2026

2026 PRECURSOR WINS

BEST PICTURE
Fjord – CANNES
Josephine – SUNDANCE
La Bola Negra – TIFF
Yellow Letters – BERLIN
Woman Unknown – VENICE

BEST DIRECTOR
Grant Gee – BERLIN
Los Javis – CANNES
Ilya Khrzhanovsky – VENICE
Paweł Pawlikowski – CANNES
Josef Kubota Wladyka – SUNDANCE

BEST ACTRESS
Mathilde Arcel – VENICE
Virginie Efira – CANNES
Sandra Hüller – BERLINE

BEST ACTOR
Emmanuel Macchia – CANNES
John Malkovich – VENICE

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
Anna Calder-Marshall – BERLIN
Tao Okamoto – CANNES

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
Valentin Campagne – CANNES
Tom Courtenay – BERLIN

BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY
Take Me Home – SUNDANCE

BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY
A Good Little Soldier – VENICE
A Man Of His Time – CANNES
Nina Roza – BERLIN

BEST ANIMATED FEATURE

BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
Nuisance Bear – SUNDANCE

BEST INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM

BEST CASTING

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

BEST COSTUME DESIGN

BEST FILM EDITING