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Sandy Puts Film Permits on Hold [UPDATED]

In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting has put a halt on film permits issued for exterior shoots at least through Nov. 2.

USC’s Joe Wallenstein Talks Safety on Set for Child Actors

As Director of Physical Production at USC's School of Cinematic Arts, Wallenstein supervises more than 2000 student films each year.

The Cannes Diary: May 20

If you follow critics on social media, you may notice that when they attend film festivals, they’ll talk about the movies they’re seeing and their first impressions right after a screening.

‘Incredible Burt Wonderstone’ Isn’t Incredible but Is Entertaining

This hit-or-miss magician comedy goes a long way on the strength of lead Steve Carell, its ensemble, and the warmth of its spirit.

‘Would You Rather’ Incites Some Queasy Moral Questioning

The movie, starring Brittany Snow and Jeffrey Combs and featuring the world's worst dinner party, falls somewhere on the spectrum between torture porn and psychological horror—and somewhat mysteriously works.

VIDEO: Emma Watson, Nina Dobrev Share Style at TIFF

The stars of Summit Entertainment’s “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” spoke to us at an after party co-sponsored by Backstage following the world premiere of the film on Sept. 8 at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Tim Grierson Reviews 'The Dark Knight Rises'

Tim Grierson reviews "The Queen of Versailles," "Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai," and "The Well Digger's Daughter."

The Pitfalls of Playing Butch in 'What a Man'

This German knock-off of Hollywood romcoms stays charming thanks to an eminently likable cast led by director and star Matthias Schweighöfer.

'Cheerful Weather for the Wedding' Yearns to Be Darker Than the Usual Period Drama

Dressed as a “Downton Abbey” sibling, this period drama is both pricklier and more disappointingly tame, thanks to a bland turn from Felicity Jones.

Eva Mendes on the Mar. 28 Cover of Backstage!

The lovely Eva Mendes graces our March 28 cover! Here's a little sneak peek of the cover story, where Mendes talks about her latest film, "The Place Beyond the Pines."