Göteborg Artistic Director Pia Lundberg on Swedish Pics and Politics, Challenging Truth, Alicia Vikander and Ruben Östlund’s Unwavering Support

Göteborg Artistic Director Pia Lundberg unpacks its 49th edition, due to showcase 266 films including 15 world premieres and ...

Kathleen Kennedy, steward of ‘Star Wars,’ steps down from Lucasfilm

Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from Lucasfilm after more than 13 years. The Walt Disney Co. announced Thursday that Dave ...
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Final Oscar Predictions: Best Director — Ryan Coogler, Chloé Zhao and the Mathematics That Could Present a Surprise or Two

Oscars Best Director Commentary (Updated Jan. 20, 2026): Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler are your likely 1-2 punch here, but we can’t discount potential chaos. The potential surplus rule means ...