Japanese-born British novelist and Nobel laureate
Sony Pictures is moving forward with a new Resident Evil film from Zach Cregger, presenting an original story set in the game universe. The release follows CinemaCon teasers and introduces Bryan as the protagonist on a survivalist night, with a supporting cast including Paul Walter Hauser and Kali Reis. The project aims to stay true to the spirit of the games while avoiding direct adaptation.
The Guardian, AP News and Independent Business report that Kazuo Ishiguro will publish Miss Lambert Steps Aboard Danger in March. The 1938-set spy tale follows Richard Hadley and the enigmatic Miss Lambert, with praise for its wit and musical undertones.
The Academy has invited a slate of high-profile filmmakers and actors, including Jacob Elordi, Jenna Ortega and Stephen Fry, to join its voting membership. If all accept, the Academy will grow to 11,319 members with 10,338 voters, continuing a push toward diversity while extending new categories for awards.