American actress and singer, Time 100 honoree, Emmy and Golden Globe winner
The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan’s Greek epic, has premiered in London as part of a global rollout. Matt Damon leads the cast with Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway and Lupita Nyong’o. Nolan shot entirely on IMAX film, with Moray coast spots featured in Scotland.
A new exhibition at Buckingham Palace displays over 300 garments from Queen Elizabeth II, showcasing her fashion choices and diplomatic use of color. The exhibit features iconic items like her 2012 Olympics parachute dress and her wedding attire, illustrating her evolving style and communication through fashion.
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.
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.
Nike has reorganized its operations and tech teams as part of a broader turnaround, moving resources to Beaverton and Bengaluru and cutting about 1,400 roles. The company is focusing on core sports, faster product development, and a tighter supply chain, while facing ongoing pressure on sales, especially in Asia. The changes come after prior rounds of layoffs and a shift back toward performance-led footwear and apparel.
Billie Eilish and James Cameron have co-directed a new 3D concert film, Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), which captures the star’s Manchester show and backstage moments. The project marks Cameron’s first major foray into a concert-film collaboration with a pop artist, expanding the format while staying faithful to Eilish’s stage persona.
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.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is showering the internet with theories as Sadie Sink joins the cast in an unknown role. Trailers hint at a mystery metamorphosis and the Hulk’s return, while fan speculation about Sink’s character runs high amid a secretive production.