Three Bangladeshi films selected for Rotterdam festival screenings

The International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) is set to showcase three Bangladeshi films in its upcoming edition, with the titles featured across different competitive sections. The selection marks an important moment for Bangladesh’s presence on the international festival circuit. Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s Roid will receive its world premiere in the festival’s prestigious Tiger Competition, the main competition of the 55th edition of IFFR. This is the first time a Bangladeshi feature film has been chosen to compete in the festival’s top section. Alongside it, Rezwan Shahriar Sumit’s political thriller Master will

20 Most Anticipated Films of 2026

Between big‑budget spectacles, animated sequels, and auteur‑driven originals, 2026 calendar promises one of the most diverse and ambitious lineups in recent memory — possibly a milestone year for cinema globally. For fans of franchises, there are long‑awaited returns; for lovers of auteur cinema and fresh storytelling, there are bold new projects. 20 Most Anticipated Films of 2026 Masters of the Universe — Travis Knight A live‑action reimagining of the classic sword‑and‑sorcery franchise. Young Prince Adam transforms into He‑Man and faces Skeletor in a cosmic battle for Eternia. Toy Story 5 — Andrew Stanton

BFI poll captures a year of bold, politically charged and inventive cinema

Every year the British Film Institute assembles one of the most trusted snapshots of global cinema, and its 2025 critics’ poll offers a vivid picture of a medium responding directly to the world around it. According to the BFI, the most striking films of the year didn’t stand at a distance from political unrest or social anxiety. Instead, they entered the conversation with courage, humour and a sense of formal play. What emerges from their list is a portrait of cinema that feels sharply alive. Many of the selected films mirror

Netflix Strikes $72bn Deal to Acquire Warner Bros Film and Streaming Arms

Netflix has agreed to buy the film and streaming operations of Warner Bros Discovery in a landmark $72 billion deal that could reshape the global entertainment landscape. The streamer outbid competitors Comcast and Paramount Skydance after a long bidding process, securing control of a studio known for franchises such as Harry Potter, Game of Thrones and the HBO Max platform. The proposed acquisition will be closely reviewed by competition regulators. Several industry groups, including the Writers Guild of America, have already raised concerns. They argue the merger could reduce jobs, weaken