Azerbaijan’s Lawyer Defends Defamation Suit Against CNN: ‘These Untrue Statements Actually Put Lives at Risk’
Azerbaijan sued CNN over a report it says is false and put lives at risk. But can governments sue for defamation?
The Best Stereo and AV Receivers to Shop in 2026
From Sony, Onkyo, Denon, Variety rounded up the best stereo receivers to buy in 2026: Here's how to find, shop and buy home theater audio online.
Chef Sean Brock Reveals the 5 Fats That Flavor the Essential Fried Chicken at Darling Restaurant, Why He’s Obsessed With Vinyl and His Scary Dolly Parton Story
At West Hollywood's Darling restaurant, renowned chef Sean Brock creates elevated Southern dishes while spinning vintage country vinyl.
CAPE Announces 2026 Emerging Executives Committee
The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment (CAPE) has announced their Emerging Executives Committee for 2026.
A24 Explains Why AI Deal With Google Exists: ‘We’d Rather Have a Seat at the Table Than on the Sidelines’
A24 defended its research partnership with Google's DeepMind unit as a bid to have “a seat at the table“ in Hollywood's reckoning with AI.
Lloyd Kaufman Looks at Legacy of Legendary Troma Entertainment: ‘It Birthed the Marvel Cinematic Universe’
Lloyd Kaufman on running the world's longest-running indie studio, MCU influence, 'Crime and Punishment' adaptation 'The Power of Positive Murder'
Toronto Film Market Attracts More Than 150 Sales and Promotional Companies
The first-ever Toronto film market has attracted more than 150 sales companies and promotional bodies.
Mexican Animator Luis de la Rosa Dies in Train Accident While Attending Annecy Animation Festival
Luis de la Rosa, a 34-year old Mexican animator and illustrator, has died after being hit by a train while attending the Annecy Animation Festival.
‘The Get Out’ Review: Russell Crowe and a Game Supporting Cast Cannot Save Derrick Borte’s Tonally Ambitious Crime Comedy
Starring Russell Crowe, Aaron Paul and Luke Evans, Derrick Borte's 'The Get Out' has an intriguing set-up, but is too sluggishly executed to take off.
Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour Reunite After ‘Stranger Things’ as Father-Daughter Spies in Netflix Series From ‘Enola Holmes’ Writer Jack Thorne
'Stranger Things' stars Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour will play father-daughter spies in a new Netflix drama series from Jack Thorne and A24.
‘Ratatouille’ Sequel Shot Down by Director Brad Bird Despite Pixar Interest; He Said to the Studio: ‘We Told That Story’
Pixar has tried to gauge Brad Bird's interest in making 'Ratatouille 2,' but he says the story has been told and he is not interested.