Reed Hastings Turned a $40 Late Fee Into Netflix
A video store penalty in 1997 sparked an idea that would eliminate late fees forever and change how billions of people watch movies. Reed Hastings didn't just complain about the system—he rebuilt it.
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Gen Z Sees 7 Movies a Year, Reviving Cinemas Worldwide
Young people are ditching their phones and flocking to movie theaters, with 87% of Gen Z seeing at least one film last year. They're turning cinemas into their new favorite hangout spot.
Lego Spaceship Soars 114,790 Feet, Sets World Record
A Lego spaceship based on the hit film "Project Hail Mary" just broke the world record for highest altitude launch and retrieval, reaching nearly 115,000 feet on a stratospheric balloon. The miniature astronaut figures even made it back safely to Earth. ##
Scientists Film Plasma and Electrons in Trillionths of a Second
Researchers can now capture "movies" of invisible events that unfold faster than you can blink 10 billion times. The breakthrough imaging method reveals how plasma forms and electrons move in real time.
Chinese Women Break Health Taboos in Film and Online
A groundbreaking Chinese film depicts painful gyno exams and menstrual health, topics rarely shown publicly. Young women across China are increasingly using movies, social media, and public platforms to normalize conversations about their bodies and needs.
Marvel's Avengers Turns 14: The Film That Changed Cinema
Fourteen years ago today, Marvel took the biggest gamble in Hollywood history and won. The Avengers brought six heroes together in a cinematic first that earned $1.5 billion and changed how studios make movies forever.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Earns $372M in Opening Weekend
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie just pulled off the biggest box office debut since Avatar: Fire and Ash, proving video game adaptations have officially gone from Hollywood punchline to box office gold. The Nintendo sequel earned a stunning $372.5 million worldwide in its first five days.
Why We Never Tire of Rooting for Movie Underdogs
Sports films follow a familiar formula, yet they remain timeless favorites that inspire audiences worldwide. A journalist breaks down what makes these underdog stories work and why we keep coming back for more.
Astrophotographer's Work Lights Up Project Hail Mary Credits
A hobbyist with just two years of experience got an Instagram DM that seemed like a scam. It turned out to be Amazon MGM Studios asking to use his stunning nebula photos in Ryan Gosling's blockbuster film.
New Doc Celebrates 1000 Women Who Shaped Horror Films
A passionate new documentary proves women have always been horror's driving force, from silent films to modern masterpieces. Director Donna Davies and scholar Alexandra Heller-Nicholas shatter the myth that horror is a boys' club.
China Achieves 2.5 Petabits Per Second in Fiber Optics
Chinese researchers just shattered optical transmission records, achieving speeds that could download 14,000 movies in one second. This breakthrough could power the next generation of AI, cloud computing, and ultra-high-definition streaming worldwide.
Project Hail Mary Brings Hopeful Science to Theaters
Directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller are bringing optimistic science fiction back to the big screen with their adaptation of Andy Weir's beloved novel. The film premieres March 20, showing how science can solve humanity's biggest problems.
Boston Film Centers Survivors' Voices After Sexual Assault
A new Boston film tells the story most movies skip: what happens after sexual assault when survivors reclaim their agency. "The Prince Charming Theory" was created by an all-women team and partners with a crisis center to support real survivors.
Libraries Save Families $500+ Yearly on Entertainment
While Americans spend over $500 annually on streaming services, public libraries offer thousands of movies, shows, and books completely free. Your library card unlocks the same entertainment without the monthly bills or decision paralysis.
From 70-Hour Weeks in Wellington to Billion-Dollar Films
Kyle Balda went from animating the Grim Reaper in Wellington to directing Minions movies that made over a billion dollars. His journey shows how passion, hard work, and human creativity still matter most in animation.
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Sundance Film Festival Returns to Mexico City for Year 3
Independent film lovers in Mexico City are getting another chance to see award-winning movies they'd normally miss. The Sundance Film Festival returns April 30 for its third year, bringing international cinema to five venues across the capital.
Eros Offers $5M Prize to Find India's Next Entertainment Stars
A major Indian entertainment company just launched an AI platform that lets anyone create movies and shows using its 50-year library of films. The best creators will compete for $5 million in prizes and potential contracts with the studio.
Sam Rockwell Film Imagines Heroic Fight Against Rogue AI
A new sci-fi comedy starring Sam Rockwell shows everyday people teaming up to prevent an apocalyptic AI future. The film channels frustration with tech overreach into an entertaining adventure with heart.
Astronauts Pick Their Favorite Space Movies Before Moon Return
With NASA's Artemis II moon mission launching in February, 11 real astronauts shared which space films best capture the thrill and reality of leaving Earth. Their picks reveal what Hollywood gets right about teamwork, survival, and the human spirit beyond our planet.
Library of Congress Adds 25 Films to National Registry
The Library of Congress just named 25 beloved films to its National Film Registry, from 1896 silent classics to Wes Anderson's visually stunning "The Grand Budapest Hotel." The selections honor movies that shaped American culture, including "The Karate Kid," "Clueless," and "Inception."
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