Spanish actor with a career spanning drama and comedy, Cannes and Goya laureate
A spiky romcom set in a country where premarital sex is outlawed for 364 days, One Night Only pairs Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro in a glossy, high-concept outing that has its moments but struggles with its premise and writing. Directors and cast are praised for style, with criticisms aimed at the script’s lack of depth and moral clarity.
Toy Story 5 has opened to record franchise returns, grossing roughly $312m worldwide and dominating ticket sales. Low‑budget horror films made by online creators — notably Obsession, Backrooms and Iron Lung — have posted surprise gains. By contrast, DCilms' Supergirl has underperformed, opening far below studio expectations and drawing poor reviews.
A new film about Anthony Bourdain, based on early Kitchen Confidential chapters, depicts his Provincetown summers and entry into the kitchen world. Critics praise Dominic Sessa’s performance and the film’s warmth but question how fully it confronts the darker sides of Bourdain’s life and legacy.
Venice has announced its lineup with new titles and a slate that mirrors Cannes in its mix of international cinema and documentaries. TIFF has revealed more than 60 films for its gala and special presentations, signaling its role as a key market ahead of the fall awards race. The two festivals showcase a mix of traditional studio projects and bold indie filmmaking.