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Matsumura Shingo Discusses 'Between Us,' Disaster and Japanese Budgets

Variety interviews Japanese director Matsumura Shingo about his film Between Us, which explores human connection after disaster, and about making films under Japanese budget constraints. The discussion highlights how filmmakers navigate limited resources while telling trauma-related stories.

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Uchiyama Takuya’s ‘The Blue Breaks’ Pitched at Tokyo Gap-Financing Market

Uchiyama Takuya’s film project “The Blue Breaks” was presented at the Tokyo Gap-Financing Market. The story is inspired by a Japanese drifter’s road trip to Korea. The market appearance highlights the project’s search for financing and international industry attention.

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Lucca Comics Takeaways: Harry Potter and Percy Jackson Fandoms Thrive

Variety published five takeaways from Lucca Comics and Games, Europe’s largest comic-con, noting that Harry Potter and Percy Jackson fandoms remain strong and cosplay is thriving. The takeaways show enduring fan engagement for major fantasy franchises and the continued draw of large European pop-culture events.

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Gintama: Yoshiwara in Flames Director, Producer Discuss Big-Screen Adaptation

The director and producer of Gintama: Yoshiwara in Flames discussed bringing the cult anime arc to the big screen. They explained the creative choices and challenges behind adapting the beloved property for theaters. The film matters to fans and reflects continued interest in anime feature adaptations.

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Hilary Duff Says She Was 'Done' With Lizzie McGuire at Series End

Hilary Duff said she was exhausted by Lizzie McGuire when the show ended and never wanted to sing “What Dreams Are Made Of” again. The actor’s comments offer insight into the pressures of child stardom and her complicated relationship with the role that made her famous.

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My Chemical Romance's 'The Black Parade' Hits No. 1 20 Years After Release

My Chemical Romance has earned its first No. 1 on the albums chart with "The Black Parade," two decades after the album was released. The milestone marks a late commercial peak for the rock band and highlights the album's enduring popularity.

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Criminal Minds: Evolution Cast React to Series Cancellation

A.J. Cook, Paget Brewster and other stars reacted to the cancellation of Criminal Minds: Evolution. The actors shared farewell messages as the revival series ends. The reactions mark the close of the latest chapter in the Criminal Minds franchise.

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‘Forever With You’ Director on Grief Through a Child’s Eyes

The director of “Forever With You” discussed exploring grief from a child’s perspective and argued that cinema must be emotionally rooted. The interview offers insight into the film’s artistic approach and its handling of loss.

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Ava DuVernay Says Midterm Elections Leave US ‘in Trouble’ Either Way

Director Ava DuVernay commented on the U.S. midterm elections, saying that regardless of the result, the country is “in trouble.” Her remarks add a prominent entertainment-industry voice to political debate around the elections.