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James Mangold Wanted to Avoid the ‘Laugh Track Version’ of Concert Scenes for ‘A Complete Unknown’

The director tells IndieWire how he approached depicting the audience's reaction to the seminal moment when Bob Dylan went electric.

 

How ‘Wicked’ Adapted Its Broadway Roots so the Film Score Could Fly

Composer John Powell, executive music producer Stephen Oremus, and editor Myron Kerstein tell IndieWire about taking Stephen Schwartz's music and Ozifying it for Jon M. Chu's musical version.

 

Marielle Heller’s ‘Nightbitch’ Formula: Amy Adams, the ‘Most Beautiful Dog in the World,’ Weird Al, and Men Actually Apologizing

The filmmaker adapted and directed Rachel Yoder's novel of domestic discord into her own beast. She walks IndieWire through making a film that's about much more than a woman turning into a canine.

 

"Wicked" has a sing-along version you can now annoy your family with at home

The musical will be available to purchase or rent on digital platforms on Dec. 31

 

The year's most disturbing nudity in film

From Demi Moore's sci-fi rebirth to Sasquatch sexcapades, baring all played with body horror and power in 2024

 

Elle Fanning Says Cameron Crowe Introduced Her to Bob Dylan’s Music: ‘I Feel Like I Manifested This Part’

Elle Fanning's been a Dylan fan since she was a teen. Now, she's portraying his girlfriend in "A Complete Unknown." "I wrote 'Bob Dylan' on my hand every day in junior high," the actress tells IndieWire.

 

Watch Glinda and Elphaba Explore More of the Emerald City in a ‘Wicked’ Deleted Scene

Exclusive: Jon M. Chu's hit musical will be available to rent or purchase digitally on December 31.

 

Dirty Harry: Hero, Fascist, or Just a Pop Culture Icon?

As "Dirty Harry" turns 53, look back at the movie's legacy — which some, including Pauline Kael, accused of being fascist.

 

‘Squid Game’ Review: Season 2 Reboots for a Rousing Return, but the Novelty Is Missing

In the sequel to Hwang Dong-hyuk's global smash hit, Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) is desperate to end the games for good, but Netflix-- uh, I mean, the Front Man has other ideas.

 

Celebrate 5 Years Since ‘Last Christmas’: Emma Thompson’s Strange Yet Sparkling Midnight Movie

After Dark: Directed by Paul Feig, this baffling rom-com from 2019 stars Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding as ill-fated lovers unwrapping the literal meaning behind a popular George Michael lyric.

 

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