Marvels, The: Director Nia (“Candyman”) DaCosta on Advice from James Gunn, Tessa Thompson

DaCosta spoke to directors from Marvel’s roster, including Black Panther‘s Ryan Coogler, Eternals‘ Chloé Zhao and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings‘ Destin Daniel Cretton.

Priscilla: Cailee Spaeny Talks about Kirsten Dunst’s Endorsement and Priscilla Presley’s Seal of Approval

Cailee Spaeny is giving a star-making turn as Priscilla Presley in Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla, one that should garner her Best Actress nomination.

Five Nights at Freddy’s: Horror Film With Kid Following–Making of…Behind the Scenes

Director Emma Tammi was facing many challenges in bringing Five Nights at Freddy’s to the big screen with writers Scott Cawthon and Seth Cuddeback.

Leave the World Behind: Sam Esmail on Collaborating with the Obamas and Telling Another Cyberattack Story After ‘Mr. Robot,’ Starring Oscar Winners Julia Roberts and Mahershala Ali, and Oscar Nominee Ethan Hawke

He talks about getting notes on the film from the Obamas — who served as producers — and comparisons of the project to his past work on Mr. Robot.

Oscar Directors: Payne, Alexander on New Film, Casting (Rejecting Brad Pitt and Clooney), State of Cinema (Lumiere Film Fest 2023)

Payne noted the growing absence of what he described as “mid-range films” in American cinema.