Bi Gan’s Resurrection Lands on Criterion Channel With Critical Acclaim

Posted on March 26, 2026 by admin

Huace Pictures

Visionary filmmaker Bi Gan returns with his most ambitious work yet, Resurrection, now streaming on the Criterion Channel.

The film, which earned the Jury Special Prize at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, blends fantasy, romance, and cinematic history into a dreamlike narrative. It follows a mysterious “dreaming monster” (played by Jackson Yee) pursued by a woman (played by Shu Qi) through a shifting world where humanity has traded dreams for immortality.

Structured as a genre-spanning journey, Resurrection moves through styles ranging from silent-era expressionism to noir and surreal fantasy, creating what critics have described as a visually striking and deeply immersive experience.

The film has received widespread acclaim, with many outlets naming it among the year’s best, praising its ambition and unique approach to storytelling.

A home video release is expected to follow, expanding access to one of the most talked-about international films of the year.

Tony Shalhoub to Appear at Lighthouse International Film Festival

Posted on March 25, 2026 by admin

Tony Shalhoub is set to attend this year’s Lighthouse International Film Festival, running June 10–14 on Long Beach Island, New Jersey.

The Emmy- and Tony-winning actor will take part in a post-screening conversation following a showing of the 1996 film Big Night, reflecting on his career and creative process. The discussion will be moderated by Jason Alexander, with co-director Campbell Scott also expected to attend.

Shalhoub is widely known for his work across film, television, and theater, including Monk, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and The Band’s Visit. His appearance adds to this year’s lineup, which highlights independent filmmaking and includes special programming like a multi-day masterclass led by Alexander.

Now in its 18th year, the festival continues to spotlight emerging voices while bringing established talent to a more intimate setting for audiences.

Charli xcx Stars in Pete Ohs’ Erupcja, Opening April 17

Posted on March 23, 2026 by admin

Charli xcx heads to the big screen this spring with Erupcja, a new anti-romantic comedy from filmmaker Pete Ohs, opening April 17 in New York and Los Angeles.

The film follows Bethany (Charli xcx), whose vacation in Warsaw takes an unexpected turn after a volcanic eruption strands her abroad. What begins as a disruption quickly becomes a turning point, as she reconnects with a childhood friend (Lena Góra) and drifts through the city’s nightlife, rethinking her relationship and sense of self.

Directed, written, and produced by Ohs, Erupcja leans into a loose, intimate style, blending romance with a more offbeat, introspective edge. The film also stars Will Madden and Jeremy O. Harris, with Harris and Góra co-writing alongside Ohs and Charli xcx.

With its mix of emotional unraveling and spontaneous connection, Erupcja positions itself as a different kind of love story—one more interested in uncertainty than resolution.

Rachel House’s The Mountain Set for Spring Release After Festival Run

Posted on March 22, 2026 by admin

Piki Films, Sandy Lane Productions, Madman Entertainment

Rachel House’s directorial debut The Mountain is heading to theaters this spring, following a strong reception on the festival circuit, including screenings at the Toronto International Film Festival and Sydney Film Festival.

The New Zealand-set film follows Sam, a determined young girl navigating a personal battle with cancer, who sets out on a journey up Mt. Taranaki in search of healing. Along the way, she teams up with two fellow outsiders, forming an unlikely bond as they venture off the beaten path.

Blending adventure with themes of identity, friendship, and cultural connection, The Mountain marks a new chapter for House, known for her work as an actor, as she steps behind the camera for her first feature.

The film is set to open in New York and Los Angeles before expanding nationwide later in the season.

Art House Cinema Week Kicks Off Across New York City

Posted on March 20, 2026 by admin

New York City is shining a spotlight on independent film as the first-ever Art House Cinema Week New York begins today, running March 20–26.

The citywide initiative, backed by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and Art House New York, brings together nearly 30 independent theaters for a week of special programming, discounted tickets, and community-focused screenings.

The event also includes 5,000 free tickets funded by the city, aimed at making art house cinema more accessible. Additional perks include discounted memberships and concessions, with select groups—such as students, teachers, veterans, and SNAP/EBT cardholders—eligible for free admission at participating locations.

Designed to encourage audiences to reconnect with local theaters, the week highlights the role of independent cinemas as cultural and community hubs across the city.

More details and full programming are available at arthouseny.org.

Holy Days Brings Heartfelt Road Trip Comedy to Theaters This March

Posted on March 18, 2026 by admin

Photon Films and Media and Blue Fox Entertainment

The comedy-drama Holy Days, starring Judy Davis, Miriam Margolyes, and Jacki Weaver, is set for a North American theatrical release on March 27, 2026.

Directed by Nat Boltt in her feature debut, the film follows three unconventional nuns on a road trip across New Zealand as they fight for their independence. Along the way, they form an unexpected bond with a young Māori boy, leading to a journey shaped by friendship, faith, and self-discovery.

The film premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and will also feature special event screenings, including appearances by Boltt.

Based on the novel by Dame Joy Cowley, Holy Days blends humor and emotion, exploring themes of connection, loss, and second chances against the backdrop of New Zealand’s landscapes.

Racing Film 2DIE4 Set for IMAX Release This April

Posted on March 16, 2026 by admin

O2 Produções Artísticas e Cinematográficas Ltda

The racing film 2DIE4 will hit select IMAX theaters on April 16, offering an immersive look at one of motorsport’s most intense competitions.

Shot during the 24 Hours of Le Mans at real race speed—with no reenactments—the film follows driver Felipe Nasr as he navigates a high-stakes endurance race. After a strong start in practice, a mechanical failure pushes him to the back of the grid, turning his race into a relentless fight to climb back through the field.

Directed by Salomão and André Abdala, 2DIE4 focuses on the mental and physical demands of racing, capturing the pressure, precision, and risk that define the sport at its highest level.

The IMAX release emphasizes the film’s immersive approach, placing audiences as close as possible to the experience of being on the track.

Film Forum to Present Ernst Lubitsch Retrospective The Lubitsch Touch in April

Posted on March 10, 2026 by admin

Film Forum

Film Forum will celebrate legendary filmmaker Ernst Lubitsch with a special 13-film retrospective titled The Lubitsch Touch, beginning Tuesday, April 7 in New York.

The series will feature weekly screenings of some of Lubitsch’s most influential films, including Ninotchka, The Shop Around the Corner, Trouble in Paradise, Heaven Can Wait, Design for Living, Cluny Brown, and To Be or Not to Be, among others.

Known for his sophisticated humor and subtle visual storytelling, Lubitsch helped shape the modern romantic comedy and movie musical after moving from Germany to Hollywood in the early 20th century. His distinctive style became widely known as “The Lubitsch Touch.”

The series will run Tuesday evenings with select additional screenings, highlighting Lubitsch’s enduring influence on classic Hollywood cinema.

Trailer Released for Sci-Fi Documentary Daughters of the Forest Ahead of SXSW Premiere

Posted on March 9, 2026 by admin

The trailer has been released for Daughters of the Forest (Hijas del bosque), a sci-fi documentary directed by Otilia Portillo Padua, ahead of its North American premiere at SXSW.

The film will first world premiere at CPH:DOX in Copenhagen before screening in the Visions section at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin.

Daughters of the Forest follows Lis and Juli, two Indigenous mycologists from communities in Mexico who study the complex relationship between humans and fungi. As they share their scientific knowledge and ancestral traditions, the film explores how environmental change, deforestation, and limited opportunities threaten both ecosystems and cultural knowledge.

Blending documentary storytelling with speculative elements, the film looks at how mushrooms and mycelial networks can offer new ways of thinking about coexistence and the future.

Berlin Silver Bear Winner Living the Land Opens at Film Forum April 3

Posted on March 4, 2026 by admin

The Berlin International Film Festival award-winning drama Living the Land will have its U.S. theatrical premiere at Film Forum on April 3.

Directed by Huo Meng, the film earned the Silver Bear for Best Director at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival and marks the filmmaker’s second feature. The coming-of-age story unfolds in rural China during the early 1990s, a period of rapid industrial change.

The film follows Chuang, a sensitive 10-year-old boy whose parents leave their wheat-farming village to seek work in the city. Left in the care of his extended family, Chuang witnesses the rhythms of rural life through the guidance of his outspoken great-grandmother and independent-minded aunt.

Told from the child’s perspective, Living the Land captures a community at the edge of transformation as traditional village life begins to disappear.

Following its Berlin premiere, the film has also screened at international festivals including Vancouver, Valladolid, and the International Film Festival of India. The film is distributed in the United States by Film Movement.