Secret Hollywood Group’s AI Plan Focuses on Defining How AI Is Used — While Keeping Humans in Control
The group developed a framework outlining how AI is present in the film industry and defines ways humans can maintain control of other use cases.
Leslie Odom Jr. Returning to ‘Hamilton’ on West End Tonight After Exiting Mid-Performance
Leslie Odom Jr bowed out of Thursday's matinee performance of 'Hamilton' after the first act but will return on Friday evening.
Madison Wells Balances Art, Commerce and Audience Demands as Gigi Pritzker’s Banner Backs Movies, TV Shows, Live Events and More
On today's 'Strictly Business' podcast, Madison Wells founder Gigi Pritzker and newly recruited president Dan Steinman on the marketplace for indies.
Music’s Legal Elite 2026: Meet the Attorneys Who Help the Stars Shine
From Lady Gaga to Geese, good attorney is invaluable to any major artist's career — Variety has compiled our list of 2026's legal elite.
The Pool Films Acquires Tokyo-Based Photographer and Director Xavier Tera’s Debut, ‘The Color of the Sun,’ Ahead of Venice Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
The Pool Films has acquired Tokyo-based Xavier Tera's 'The Color of The Sun' ahead of its Venice Horizons launch.
Edinburgh Industry Program Features Ewan McGregor, Kenneth Branagh and Bruce Dern and an Inaugural U.K. Film Conference
Edingburgh Film Festival industry program is led by Ewan McGregor, Kenneth Branagh and Christine Vachon, plus its inaugural U.K. Film Conference.
India’s Paid Music Subscribers Could Hit 30 Million by 2028, EY-IMI Report Finds
EY-IMI report finds 96% of Indian smartphone users listen to music, but only 38% have ever paid for a streaming subscription.
Kino Rebelde Boards Locarno Title ‘September Afternoon’ for International Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Kino Rebelde has picked up sales rights for Nicolaas Schmidt's “September Afternoon,” which has its world premiere at the Locarno Film Festival.
Fred Tsui Named Executive Director of Hong Kong International Film Festival Society
Fred Tsui named Hong Kong International Film Festival Society's new executive director, succeeding Albert Lee.
BBC Buys War Drama ‘Kabul,’ Featuring Eric Dane in One of His Last Roles
The BBC has acquired 'Kabul,' a six-part fictional drama set against the backdrop of the real-life events of August 2021 in Afghanistan.
Sony Pictures Sets Viral X-Inspired Short-Form Thriller ‘Los Hilos del Miedo’ at Prime Video Spain (EXCLUSIVE)
Sony Pictures’ short-form thriller 'Los Hilos del Miedo,' inspired by viral X stories, is set to launch on Prime Video Spain