Disney parks are closely watched as a bellwether for consumer confidence.

An actress accused the director James Cameron of stealing her likeness for a digitally created, blue-skinned warrior princess.

It was the biggest opening weekend for a traditional comedy in 11 years. One analyst called the debut “sensational.”

Lionsgate estimated on Saturday that the Michael Jackson biopic would collect more than $200 million over its first few days in theaters.

Reshoots, reluctant studios and family holdouts: the production faced many issues. But now the box office is expected to be huge.

The animated sequel was expected to collect about $371 million worldwide over its first five days in theaters. “Kids love the movie,” a box office…

With the global entertainment business reeling during a period of rapid change, there was little enthusiasm on either side for a costly standoff.

The film won six Academy Awards, including best director and best picture. “Sinners” received four, including for best screenplay and best actor.

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