In a Hot Ones interview, Dakota Johnson called out Hollywood’s reliance on remakes and risk-averse decision-making. Her honest comments reflect growing industry concerns about originality and creative stagnation.

Colin Farrell, Dave Chappelle, Arnold & Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Parker Posey headline Season 22 of Actors on Actors. The Emmy-season interview series returns with bold, raw conversations between the year’s most buzzed-about talent. Here’s what to expect from this season’s powerhouse lineup.

Lana Love, a real singer who auditioned for a fake HBO show created by Nathan Fielder, says she feels betrayed after learning it was all for The Rehearsal. Read her full story.

Liev Schreiber opens up for the first time about his trans daughter Kai, their journey as a family, and why visibility and advocacy matter more than ever.

Neptune redefines social media with a customizable algorithm, ghost metrics, and creator-first monetization tools. Launching April 30, the app is built to empower independent artists.

Executive producers and star Noah Wyle break down The Pitt's Season 1 finale, tease what's ahead for Robby, and reflect on how the Trump administration could reshape the show's medical storylines.

Netflix’s Everybody’s in Live reimagines the sketch-variety format with John Mulaney at the helm. It’s chaotic, clever—and a work in progress. Here’s our breakdown.

Netflix’s Adolescence Episode 3 features Erin Doherty and Owen Cooper in a harrowing one-take interrogation scene. Here’s how it was made—and why it’s one of the year’s most powerful hours of TV.

Neon drops the first trailer for Together, the body-horror thriller starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco. A Sundance hit, the film arrives in theaters August 1.

Colman Domingo reveals he met with Marvel about rumors of replacing Jonathan Majors as Kang but ultimately felt the role wasn’t right for him. Instead, Marvel is moving forward with Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom.

Quentin Tarantino discusses fatherhood, theater, and his scathing critique of modern cinema during an intimate Sundance conversation with Elvis Mitchell.

Tom Holland reveals why he skips Zendaya’s red carpet premieres, discusses their on-set chemistry, and shares plans to step away from acting when he becomes a dad.

Patrick J. Adams reflects on his challenging experience performing nude in the Broadway revival of Take Me Out. Hear how the actor overcame stage fright and nerves during his debut in the Tony Award-winning production. Plus, learn about his upcoming role in a Yellowstone spinoff.

Margot Robbie reflects on the polarizing reception of Babylon and her experience working with director Damien Chazelle. Despite mixed reviews, Robbie still believes in the movie's brilliance and discusses her detailed character preparation.

Ben Stiller reflects on the challenges of making edgy comedies like Tropic Thunder in today’s cultural climate, discussing Robert Downey Jr.’s blackface portrayal and why such a film would struggle to get made in 2024 Hollywood.

Explore Denis Villeneuve’s insights on Dune 3, Amy Adams’ surprising Oscar snub for Arrival, and his unproduced dark sci-fi rom-com script. The Dune: Part Two director shares his thoughts on epic filmmaking, future projects, and his journey through critical successes and Oscar disappointments. Find out more in this in-depth conversation from the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast.

Discover Sean Baker’s insights on crafting the profound and emotionally charged ending of Anora. Explore how the film’s final scene pays homage to Federico Fellini’s Nights of Cabiria while portraying the complex journey of Ani, played by Mikey Madison. Gain a deeper understanding of Baker’s filmmaking style and his unique take on sex work, intimacy, and power dynamics.

Director Sean Baker and actress Mikey Madison delve into the behind-the-scenes details of Anora, focusing on the New Year’s Eve party scene. They discuss improvisation, location scouting via Google Earth, and the dynamic energy brought to the shoot. The breakdown highlights how the film’s authenticity was captured, from character relationships to filming challenges, offering a deeper look at the intricacies of independent filmmaking.