film

Report: L.A. Feature and TV Production Rebounding

Los Angeles saw an increase in the production of features and television series last quarter, but it’s too early to say if the growth foreshadows a rebound for the city’s entertainment industry.

Maryland Actors Have Hollywood Opportunities

With a beefed-up tax-credit program, Maryland looks to lure more productions such as “House of Cards” and “Veep” to film there.

4 Tips From Brady Corbet on Being an In-Demand Actor

Corbet is earning raves for his performance of the charming Simon, who soon shows a sinister and violent side beneath his pleasant facade. The sought-after actor and filmmker spoke to Backstage about his rapidly rising career.

Louisiana Hosts an International Film Fest April 18–21

Executive Director of the Louisiana International Film Festival Chesley Heymsfield on launching the fest, the healthy state of filmmaking in La., and the importance of community.

5 Tips From David Cross on Having a Scene-Stealing Career

In his latest film, “It’s a Disaster,” he manages to stand out in a cast that includes Julia Stiles and America Ferrara while doing something new—playing the straight man. Cross spoke to us about how he built a career as a scene stealer.

Film and Television Production Heats Up in Chicago

Over the last few years the Windy City has experienced a renaissance of sorts, thanks in part to its iconic skyline, skilled production workforce, and universal esteem—but mostly thanks to the 30-percent tax credit enacted in early 2009.

5 Tips From Olga Kurylenko on Landing Roles With Tom Cruise

Kurylenko stars opposite Tom Cruise in the sci-fi epic “Oblivion.” The rising star gave us some advice that helped lead her to “the biggest year of my life.”

'It's a Disaster' Is Far From One

Endlessly quotable and hilariously deadpan, this end-of-the-world movie benefits from its cast—including Julia Stiles, David Cross, and America Ferrera—and its characters’ seemingly endless variations on navel-gazing selfishness.

'To the Wonder' May Be Malick's Most Heart-Rending Film

Terrence Malick delivers a swooning, sad drama about how hard it is to make love last.

IMDb Actor Age Suit Goes to Court

The civil suit launched by Huong Hoang against IMDb’s parent company Amazon goes to court in Seattle April 8