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Disney CEO warns Georgia abortion law would make it 'very difficult' to film in the state
New York Times: The strongest sign yet that Hollywood could pull back from Georgia
When a spoiler becomes the end of the world
A rising pro-spoiler movement irks noted spoilerphobe Karl Puschmann.
Julianne Moore: The drama of ordinary life after 50
Oscar-winner Moore's new film explores an older woman's sexuality, and it's about time.
What Rocketman changed about Elton John's life
Rocketman isn't supposed to be straight retelling, but it doesn't mean you're not curious.
Can you tell these famous women apart?
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New Netflix horror is making people sick
Viewers are reporting headaches, nausea and vomiting after viewing The Perfection.
By Gaul! There's a new Asterix movie! But is it any good?
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Kiwi's 'insane' road from South Auckland to Hollywood
Beulah Koale's world has changed in every way - but he probably never will.
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NZIFF announces new films, Jane Campion's new role
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Kiwi X-Men star on his 'epic' blockbuster role
Andrew Stehlin says "half" the new X-Men had to be reshot: "[It] was a bit of a flop".
Aladdin soars at box office
Moviegoers in the US voted with their dollars and chose the familiar at the weekend.
Which Cannes films will factor into the Oscar race?
New York Times: The early contenders were in force in Cannes.
The prank that made Bruce Willis lose his Die Hard cool
Justin Long has revealed how he tricked the actor after they filmed a car chase scene.
New teen comedy hailed as 'Superbad, but better'
It's the "best high school comedy since Superbad" - and it's coming to NZ in July.
Rewriting history won't fix Disney's problematic past
New York Times: Disney's trying hard to right past wrongs, but the solution is simple
Sir Elton John slammed for film's 'sickening, vengeful and vicious' character portrayal
Wombles creator says 'putting the boot into all of these people is f****** outrageous'.
Becoming Aladdin: Mena Massoud on his big break and the film's big issues
New York Times: The little-known actor talks about how he held his own with Will Smith.
Sonic the Hedgehog moved to 2020 over teeth debacle
The first trailer was met with backlash due to Sonic's creepy-looking teeth.
13-minute sex scene prompts walkouts at Cannes
The film scored 0% on Rotten Tomatoes and was called "contemptible, male gazing garbage".
Why prequels are taking us back to the future
Prequels are often poorly received – perhaps with good reason, writes Siobhan Lyons
South Korean director wins Cannes' top prize
Social satire unanimous choice for judges, the first Korean movie to win Palme d'Or.
Directors' plea: Don't spill our thrills
Tarantino latest director to beg critics not to divulge new film's secrets and he's right.
How The Hangover saved Bradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper was that utterly forgettable guy who occasionally popped up in movies.
Love story saves iconic Capitol Cinema from closure
Mt Eden's historic Capitol Cinema will reopen next week after new owners stepped up.
Keanu Reeves goes viral again for all the right reasons
Keanu Reeves is too good for this world.
Whoa, dude: 'Bill and Ted' star's new documentary
Alex Winter is interested in how technology can be used to both liberate and oppress.
Who is Sophie Turner without Sansa Stark?
New York Times: Who is Sophie Turner without Sansa Stark? We're about to find out.
Moby's creepy act with underage Christina Ricci
In 2000, Ricci came backstage and Moby says he started pouring her champagne.
Celeb couples who had to work together after splitting
Imagine having to work with your ex … wouldn't be ideal, would it.
The best new movies this weekend
Is Aladdin worth the hype? And did Terry Gilliam's long-awaited film survive the delay?