Hafsia Herzi's film 'The Little Sister' has won the prestigious Louis Delluc Award from French critics after its successful premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. The award ceremony took place on December 10 at the Fouquet's restaurant located on the Champs-Élysées.

Johnny Depp is set to star in and produce the first English-language adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov’s classic novel 'The Master and Margarita.' The project is being developed by Depp's IN.2 Film alongside producer Svetlana Dali and Grace Loh, although a director has yet to be attached to the film.

Hollywood celebrated the return from the Thanksgiving holiday with the Gotham Awards in New York City, where Paul Thomas Anderson's film 'One Battle After Another' won Best Feature, and Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just an Accident' garnered three awards. The event marked a significant moment in the awards season, showcasing the talents of prominent filmmakers and artists.

Warner Records Group has announced the promotion of Jeff Sosnow to president of Reprise Records, while he continues his role as EVP of A&R for Warner Records. This marks a significant step for Reprise, the iconic label established by Frank Sinatra in 1960.

Disney's animated sequel 'Zootopia 2' is set to compete with 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' for the top spot at the North American box office, while the new political dramedy 'Ella McCay' is projected to debut with around $4 million. This weekend is expected to be relatively quiet in theaters, with 'Zootopia 2' anticipated to lead the box office charts.

AGBO and the Italian Sons and Daughters of America have announced that 'St. Joseph,' directed by Maky Rupert, is the winner of the 2025 Russo Brothers Italian American Filmmaker Forum, which celebrates emerging voices in the Italian American experience. Five filmmakers were awarded $10,000 production grants earlier this year as part of this initiative.

The International Cinematographers Guild has announced the first round of nominees for its 63rd annual ICG Publicists Awards, featuring notable figures such as Angelique Jackson and Jazz Tangcay from Variety. This event recognizes the contributions of publicists and media professionals in the film industry.

Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams have been announced as co-chairs for the 2026 Met Gala, marking Beyoncé's return to the event after a decade. The gala serves as a fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, highlighting the intersection of fashion and philanthropy.

Netflix has released the first trailer for Season 2 of its live-action adaptation of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' set to premiere in 2026. The trailer showcases key characters, including Aang, played by Gordon Cormier, as he meets Toph and witnesses Azula bending lightning.