American filmmaker and actor
The box office features the release of 'Lee Cronin’s The Mummy,' which opens in 3,404 locations earning $13.5 million, and the ongoing success of the 'Mario' sequel, which has now grossed over $747 million worldwide. Meanwhile, streaming platforms debut new series and movies, including 'Dust Bunny' on HBO Max and the return of 'Beef' on Netflix.
An AI-generated feature by Ash Koosha has screened at Tribeca, using AI tools to render a full production with no traditional cast. Koosha says AI enabled independence and speed, while acknowledging limits and risks for conventional filmmaking and employment. The project memorializes Iranian protesters and raises broader questions about the future of cinema.