In the 1974 version of "Murder on the Orient Express," adapted from the classic Agatha Christie crime novel, a plethora of big Hollywood names came aboard, including director Sidney Lumet and stars Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Ingrid Bergman and Sean Connery. The same can be said for this year's version, set for release by 20th Century Fox on Nov. 10. Kenneth Branagh directed, and the stars include Judi Dench, Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer and ... Full Story on Variety.com →
Chilean Director Sebastian Lelio Talks 'A Fantastic Woman,' 'Disobedience'
One of the brightest lights of Chile's golden generation of filmmakers, Sebastián Lelio emerged into international prominence with his fourth film, 2013's "Gloria." This year, he returned to the festival circuit with two films: the Spanish-language "A Fantastic Woman" and "Disobedience …
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Military-Themed Projects Aim to Raise Empathy for American Vets
Even before "Wings" won the first Academy Award for best picture in 1929, stories about soldiers and the military were already a staple of the big screen. Nearly ninety years later, the circumstances of their service have changed, but the nobility of their sacrifice endures, inspiring film an …
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AFI Fest 'Curates' the Year in Film
Over the past decade, the AFI Film Festival has grown into something of an x-factor in the thick of award season. Similar to the earlier New York Film Festival, the Hollywood event has hosted late-breaking world premieres of films that have gone on to awards berths or major box office success …
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