Star Wars news: Celebration Japan 2025 brings Ryan Gosling to a whole new galaxy
Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 has officially come to a close, and it produced reams of sneak peeks and bombshells.
From Hayden Christensen returning, to Ryan Gosling’s first Star Wars role, 2026 onwards is an exciting time to be a fan of the saga.
Nevertheless, keeping track of all the announcements from the past few days is quite the task, so luckily Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews is here to run you through it.
Film news: Iraq War veteran describes making Alex Garland's ‘Warfare’ as ‘therapeutic’
One of A24’s most recent releases, Warfare, has caught the attention of many in the world of cinema.
Its visceral, boots-on-the-ground depiction of the Second Gulf War feels somehow different to many other war films we see these days.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews delves into what makes it special.
Film analysis: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ makes box office magic
A Minecraft Movie is making magical moves at the box office despite critical discontent.
Derived from the most popular video game of all time, Minecraft is breaking box office records.
Film News Blitz’s Ellie Jackson puts the film’s success under the microscope.
Disney news: Get excited for ‘The Amateur,’ ‘Tron: Ares’ & ‘Avatar: Fire And Ash’ in 2025
Last week, Disney rolled out its slate of motion pictures slated for release in 2025 at CinemaCon in Las Vegas.
Animation, comedy and hopeful blockbusters comprise an exciting slate from the House of Mouse.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason picks his five Disney films to watch out for in 2025.
DC news: Exclusive CinemaCon footage and brand new trailer for James Gunn’s ‘Superman’
DCU co-CEOs and spearheads, James Gunn and Peter Safran hopped on stage for the Warner Bros.’ and DC presentation to deliver stunning news regarding Gunn’s passion project and tone-setter, Superman.
Revealed during the DC segment was exclusive film footage shown to attendees resulting in the vibrant new trailer which we have all now witnessed.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo brings along his fine-tooth comb to analyse the latest DCU Superman updates.
Bond News: Dame Helen Mirren feels Bond franchise is rooted in sexism
Whilst James Bond is one of cinema’s most widely recognised characters, there is no doubting his films have had their fair share of run-ins with the basic morals of equality.
Amazon MGM Studios have recently picked up the project in the wake of Daniel Craig’s portrayal of the British spy, but there has been endless speculation over who the next 007 will be, with many calling for it to be a woman for the first time.
With Helen Mirren calling out the series, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews takes a look.
Film analysis: Paul Mescal, Harris Dickinson & more - get ready to meet The Beatles
Sam Mendes and Sony Pictures are making a major swing with four interconnected biopics charting the life of the legendary rock ‘n’ roll group, The Beatles.
Thanks to an exciting presentation at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, we now know the fine young actors portraying music’s most famous quartet.
Film News Blitz’s David Bason introduces you to The Beatles and hails a brave creative move by Mendes and Sony.
Film news: Famed Fincher set for ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ sequel direction
The famed, iconic David Fincher is set to direct a Once Upon a Time in Hollywood sequel, written by Quentin Tarantino, starring Brad Pitt.
‘Twice Upon a Time in Hollywood’? Let's talk about it.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo is here to deliberate on the recent revelation relating to the sequel of the celebrated 2019 released, instant classic.
CinemaCon: Lionsgate presents ‘Now You See Me, Now You Don't’ with fourth film promised
The magical mischief of the Four Horsemen is set to return to the big screen with a new chapter in the Now You See Me franchise.
Now You See Me: Now You Don't is scheduled for theatres on November 14 this year with Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher and Morgan Freeman reprising their roles.
But Film News Blitz’s Ellie Jackson writes how Lionsgate had more to reveal from the mischievous magical franchise at CinemaCon.
Marvel news: Brand new day for Holland’s Spidey
Yesterday evening’s CinemaCon event saw Sony Pictures reveal the fourth MCU Spider-Man installment’s title, along with a few extra details and hints surrounding the Tom Holland led feature.
The fourth Spider-Man installment will be known as Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo talks you through the significant, recently released details surrounding Holland’s Spidey and his new adventure.
Film news: Interesting hints in newly released MCU Thunderbolts* teaser
Late last night, Marvel Studios dropped yet another teaser trailer on their Twitter account for the now eagerly anticipated, Thunderbolts*.
With not much to go on, if you compare it to the teaser or full trailer prior, there are a few things for us to discuss, and possible questions to pose.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo details any small hints within the teaser and ponders what they may mean.
Film opinion: Marvel heavy-hitters excluded from Avengers: Doomsday cast
Many heavy-hitters from previous MCU phases were left off the casting list released in a live stream announcement video across all Marvel Studios’ social media on March 26.
This may be as a result of adding more intrigue to cast revelations at a later stage or possibly a huge chunk of Marvel’s household names may genuinely be absent from Avengers: Doomsday.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo is here to bring forth some of the most notable cast omissions and discuss the reasons as to why they may or may not be featuring in the MCU’s monumental feature.
Film news: Marvel announce notable Avengers: Doomsday cast
Earlier today, Marvel Studios went live on all their notable platforms to reveal the highly anticipated cast of Avengers: Doomsday.
With the live stream and cast revelations now concluded, let's discuss who is going to feature in the MCU epic.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo recounts the revealed cast for the MCU’s Avengers: Doomsday.
Film opinion: Jaws - an all-time classic Spielberg feature
Steven Spielberg’s Jaws remains a timeless archetype for filmmakers and the horror fraternity to look to for inspiration and enjoyment.
What makes it an all-time great film, and what is it about the original feature that the fandom admires so much?
Film News Blitz’s Ellie Jackson is here to discuss the groundbreaking staple of the horror genre.
Film opinion: Bernthal to punish foes as Kratos
Recent images were released of Jon Bernthal’s design and attire on the set of Christopher Nolan’s following epic feature, The Odyssey.
Based on the overall look of Bernthal on set, we could possibly be exposed to the highly-anticipated appearance of the God of War, Kratos.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo is here to talk you through the matter and discuss whether Bernthal can pull off the role.
Film news: Amazon MGM Studios’ new James Bond producer lineup announced
James Bond has been a staple of the film-making scene for decades and updates on the latest installment are sure to excite audiences.
Amazon MGM Studios has confirmed who will be leading the line when it comes to producing the film.
Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews writes of the confirmed duo: Amy Pascal and David Heyman, who are behind some of the highest-grossing film franchises to ever hit the big screen.
Film News: Spider-Man 4 to Sink or swim
Recent details surrounding the next MCU installment in the Spider-Man franchise have been released and it has confirmed the entrance of Stranger Things’ young star, Sadie Sink.
Talks have been circulating in Marvel universe circles and fandom as to who Sink will be playing and the extent of the effect her inclusion will have in the film and furthermore, the MCU.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo ponders the possible characters Sink could portray and what her role may signify in the Spider-Man franchise and in MCU phase six.
Film opinion: A deeper look at the cinematic masterpiece Harakiri
If you’d describe yourself as somewhat of a so-called ‘film nerd’, there’s a good chance you've heard of the movie-rating app called Letterboxd, and you’ll also know that any film with anything over a 4.0 rating, is generally regarded as a great film.
Harakiri has a rating of 4.7 and is the only film to go above the infamous 4.6 mark.
So, with this Masaki Kobayashi classic beating the likes of 12 Angry Men, Come and See, and The Godfather to the number-one spot, Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews got down to his local cinema to take a look.
Film opinion: Agent 007 - Who is the best James Bond?
James Bond, Agent 007 with a license to kill has wowed film audiences for generations.
Six actors have taken on the legendary secret agent in the beloved James Bond film franchise, but which one was the best?
Film News Blitz’s David Bason lends his thoughts to the widely debated matter.
Film news: F1 - Scintillating, riveting, & fast
Over the past weekend, motorsport and film fans and enthusiasts were treated to the highly anticipated and gripping F1 film trailer which left us all gasping for more exuberant F1 racing dynamism.
Many F1 and film fanatics found the collaborative Apple Original Films and Formula One trailer thrilling and the feature’s theatrical release is set to be a groundbreaking success, with G-force to topple the Box Office charts.
Film News Blitz writer Aidan Leo reviews the energetic F1 film trailer and what we learnt from its dynamite sequences and enthralling moments.