‘Narcos,’ ‘Lupin’ Producer Gaumont Strikes Co-Production Pact With Brazil’s Globo (EXCLUSIVE)

At Miami’s Content Americas conference, a fresh agreement was unveiled on Thursday. Kicking off this new venture is an as-yet-unnamed production that delves into the world of high fashion. This project is being spearheaded by Conspiração, a renowned Brazilian independent production company that brought us the 2025 Oscar-nominated film “I’m Still Here,” directed by Walter Salles. The creative development of this project is being handled by Ventre Studios, known for their work on “Godless John.

‘Squid Game’ Dominates 2024 With Record-Breaking 4.9 Billion Viewing Minutes

The second season of the popular Korean deathmatch series was released on Netflix on December 26th. Consequently, the impressive viewership numbers encompass both those who were catching up on the initial season and those binge-watching the new one. Over a four-day period from December 26th to December 29th, approximately 4 billion minutes of “Squid Game” Season 2 were watched. It’s worth noting that viewership has been consistently increasing throughout 2025.

Don’t Miss Out: Your Ultimate Guide to Streaming This Year’s Oscar-Nominated Films!

The contenders for the 97th Academy Awards were revealed on Thursday morning, with the controversial musical “Emilia Pérez,” about a drug lord undergoing gender confirmation surgery, taking the lead this year with 13 nominations, including Best Picture. Close behind are “The Brutalist,” an epic historical film exploring the Jewish immigrant experience, and “Wicked,” the successful Broadway adaptation, each receiving 10 nominations.

Steve Mosko Steps Down as Village Roadshow Entertainment CEO

It has been revealed to EbMaster that Mosko stepped down from his position as CEO within the past few days. The company, which has produced movies like “Joker” and “The Matrix,” has faced significant cash flow problems since autumn. With Vine Investments being its majority owner, EbMaster reported in December that Village Roadshow was at risk of WGA sanctions due to unpaid bills. These penalties were imposed just before the holiday season.

‘Flight Risk’ Review: Mel Gibson’s Latest Directorial Effort Stalls Before It Gets Off the Ground

Based on a script from rising talent Jared Rosenberg, who also collaborated with Gibson in “Father Stu,” Gibson enlists Mark Wahlberg to portray the antagonist in a nerve-wracking containment thriller. This film doesn’t require Oscar-winning acting skills; instead, it calls for a good understanding of the craft and a touch of finesse to keep viewers gripped. However, what we get is a rough, uninspired, suspense-less journey where the tension primarily lies in determining which of the three main characters will become the most dislikable by the end.

Civ 7 Leader Reveal Gives First Look at Filipino Writer and Revolutionary

As the excitement built and finally Civilization 7 was unveiled, the most talked-about innovation was the shift away from tying leaders exclusively to specific civilizations. Up until then, this had been a standard feature across all mainline games, but Civ 7 aims to break tradition by introducing more diverse choices, hoping to incorporate options that were previously challenging to include.

Why Players Are Loving Suicide Squad: The Game – A Dive Into the Fun

In their post, Realfunkyjunky shares a common sentiment among many gamers fascinated by Suicide Squad: “I wish I had started playing from the beginning instead of listening to all the critics.” This feeling is often experienced in the gaming community when they are inundated with negativity. Diving into a game that’s touted as enjoyable can be invigorating, particularly for those tired of overexposure from series like Call of Duty. Overcoming the deluge of opinions can be challenging, and some players discover too late how much fun they’ve missed out on by being hesitant to try. The author found pleasure in the combat, movement, graphics, and story but did mention some initial struggles with the game mechanics, stating that while they were initially puzzled by stats and villain synergies, they soon grew to appreciate the exhilaration of gameplay.

What David Haddad’s Departure Means for Suicide Squad and Warner Bros Games

The community’s feelings towards the situation resemble a rollercoaster, shifting between excitement and apprehension. Many users, voicing their thoughts candidly, appear pleased with Haddad’s departure, suggesting that it was long overdue. This change may spark hope among users that the gaming industry will have some relief, potentially leading to improved experiences. On the other hand, there are also signs of doubt. A user succinctly captured this feeling: “He’s the scapegoat. His superiors will still produce poor games.” This statement encapsulates a common worry that management changes might only address surface issues rather than a comprehensive reevaluation of the company’s development approach.

Level Up Your Battle Pass Fast in Suicide Squad: Tips from Redditors

If you’re looking to zoom through your battle pass at an incredible pace, consider adopting strategies used by some clever gamers who have found hidden advantages within the mission setup. User Maudekaiser has highlighted a particularly profitable mission: “Killing Time” episodes, specifically from episode 4. It’s rumored that this mission could earn you a whopping 200 Battle Points instead of the standard 10. Many players have leveraged this opportunity and reported quickly advancing through battle pass levels—up to 20 levels completed in a single session with a friend, as mentioned by Bossinupp93. The excitement of watching those levels race past you, almost like after drinking a speed elixir, is not just fun—it’s useful.