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• ‘Minecraft’ movie sequel ‘Squared’ will go “deeper” into the game’s lore

  01-06-2026 12:30 via nme.com
  
  The title of the A Minecraft Movie sequel has been revealed alongside a new behind-the-scenes clip that promises the film will go “deeper” than the original.READ MORE: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ review: blockhead video game adaptation needs shaping upA Minecraft Movie was released in 2025 and became the highest grossing movie of the year thanks to a number of viral moments. An untitled sequel was announced shortly afterwards, alongside a release date of July 23, 2027.
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• ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ actor James Handy stabbed to death as girlfriend’s son is arrested

  05-06-2026 16:13 via nme.com
  
  James Handy, an actor who had appeared in a number of films including Top Gun: Maverick and Logan, has died at the age of 81. His girlfriend’s son was arrested and accused of murder.
  A statement by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), shared by Variety, read: “On Wednesday June 3 2026, around 9:30 a.m., West Valley area patrol officers responded to a radio call of unknown trouble in the 19200 block of Erwin Street. The 911 caller stated, ‘I am the son of man, I just killed
  
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• Taylor Swift shares warm and nostalgic ‘Toy Story 5’ single ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’

  05-06-2026 13:00 via nme.com
  
  Taylor Swift has shared ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’, the new song she has written for the soundtrack of Disney/Pixar movie Toy Story 5.READ MORE: Taylor Swift – ‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ review: magical when the songwriter just lets herself beThe song, released today (Friday June 5), was written and produced by Swift and regular collaborator Jack Antonoff, with the lyrics coming from the perspective of Jessie, the cowgirl toy who has been part of the franchise since Toy
  
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• Every song on the ‘Masters Of The Universe’ soundtrack

  05-06-2026 12:09 via nme.com
  
  Masters Of The Universe has arrived in cinemas, but what songs appear in the film? Find out below.
  The film is an adaptation of the Mattel franchise that revolves around the conflict between He-Man, the alter ego of Prince Adam, and the supervillain Skeletor, and it is the second big screen version of the story, after the critically maligned Dolph Lundgren-starring 1987 movie.
  This version stars Nicholas Galitzine (Bottoms, Red, White & Royal Blue)&nbs
  
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• Quentin Tarantino calls post-pandemic movies “a flavourless sausage factory”: “I’d rather read a book”

  05-06-2026 11:01 via nme.com
  
  Quentin Tarantino has written a scathing assessment of modern Hollywood, calling it “a flavourless sausage factory” that no longer inspires him.
  The Oscar-winner, famous for films such as Pulp Fiction and Kill Bill, wrote for Sight and Sound Magazine recently to discuss his feelings about the type of films being made currently.
  “Since the pandemic … it seems almost impossible for a new movie to come out that I don’t pick to death,” he said. “Flaws, impl
  
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• ‘Backrooms’ director Kane Parsons criticises AI as “cultural rot” that “defeats the purpose entirely” of creativity

  04-06-2026 14:02 via nme.com
  
  Backrooms director Kane Parsons has hit out at AI, describing it as “cultural and economic rot”.READ MORE: ‘Backrooms’ review: meme-based horror runs on unsettling vibes and creepy visualsThe YouTuber-turned-film maker has been enjoying success with his debut horror movie Backrooms, and has entered the discussion surrounding AI’s place in the future of the film industry. In an interview with The Australian, he made his feelings very clear about the technology.
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• Wim Wenders apologises to Nastassja Kinski for underage nude scene in 1975 film ‘The Wrong Move’, pulls it from circulation

  04-06-2026 13:09 via nme.com
  
  Director Wim Wenders has formally apologised to actor Nastassja Kinski for filming her topless as a teenager in his 1975 film The Wrong Move.
  The German road movie, about the experiences of a travelling writer, featured a scene where Kinski, then only 13, was shown topless. It was to be her film debut, with the actor going on to become one of the most celebrated names in European cinema. For years, she has appealed to Wenders to edit the shot from the movie.
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• Every song on the ‘Scary Movie’ reboot soundtrack

  04-06-2026 11:20 via nme.com
  
  The latest entry in the Scary Movie series arrives in cinemas this week, but what songs feature in the film? Find out below. 
  The sixth entry in the horror parody franchise is arriving in cinemas on Friday (June 5), with Marlon and Shawn Wayans returning to the cast, alongside Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Cheri Oteri and Chris Elliott. 
  It is the first Scary Movie film in 13 years and the first to be written by the Wayans brothers since Scary Movie 2
  
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• Charli XCX on her film career: ” A musician who wants to act, that’s inherently cringe – I’m very aware of that”

  04-06-2026 11:10 via nme.com
  
  Charli XCX has discussed her move into cinema, acknowledging that the musician-to-actor path can be perceived as “cringe”.READ MORE: ‘Erupcja’ review: Charli XCX’s indie summer getawayThe ‘Brat’ artist stars in the new drama Erupcja, about a woman who reconnects with someone from her past while stranded in Warsaw with her boyfriend due to a volcanic eruption.
  It’s the first traditional acting lead role for her, having played a fictionalised version
  
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• ‘Scary Movie 6’ will joke about ICE raids, MeToo, the Epstein Files and the Kendrick-Drake beef

  03-06-2026 20:25 via nme.com
  
  The new Scary Movie film will include jokes about the ICE raids, the Epstein files, #MeToo and the Kendrick-Drake beef.
  The sixth entry in the horror parody franchise is arriving in cinemas on Friday (June 5), with Marlon and Shawn Wayans returning to the cast, alongside Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Cheri Oteri and Chris Elliott.
  It is the first Scary Movie film in 13 years and the first to be written by the Wayans brothers since Scary Movie 2 in 2001. It catc
  
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• Paul Mescal shares first public statement in support of Trans rights: “It feels more and more pressing that we make our voices heard”

  03-06-2026 16:57 via nme.com
  
  Paul Mescal has shared his first public statement on trans rights, saying that it is more important than ever to “make our voices heard” given the “political climate at the moment”.READ MORE: Here’s what went down at the ‘Trans Mission’ Wembley gig, with Wolf Alice, Adam Lambert and moreThe Hamnet actor shared the statement today (Wednesday June 3), following organisers of London Trans+ Pride confirming that the protest will be returning to central Londo
  
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• R&B singer and Disney songwriting icon Peabo Bryson dies, age 75

  03-06-2026 12:18 via nme.com
  
  Peabo Bryson, the R&B singer best known for his work on Disney anthems, died on Tuesday (June 2) at the age of 75.
  The artist won a Grammy alongside Celine Dion for their duet ‘Beauty And The Beast’ the theme from the hit 1991 Disney animation of the same name. He won a second Grammy the following year for the theme from Aladdin, ‘A Whole New World’, which he sang alongside Regina Belle.
  According to BBC News, an official cause of death was not disclosed, however he h
  
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• Martin Scorsese says we “have to be open” to how AI “can evolve” filmmaking

  03-06-2026 11:23 via nme.com
  
  Martin Scorsese has spoken about using AI for filmmaking, publicly endorsing tech company Black Forest Labs.READ MORE: In the age of AI Oasis, there’s no point being ordinaryThe directing legend was announced as an “advisor” for the company, particularly in the use of its FLUX image generation program. Black Forest Labs’ website showed a video of the director talking about the collaboration, and also shared a statement from Scorsese himself.
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• ‘Twin Peaks’ actor Owain Rhys Davies dies, aged 44

  02-06-2026 13:14 via nme.com
  
  Owain Rhys Davies, known for his appearance in Twin Peaks, has unexpectedly died at the age of 44.
  The Welsh actor’s credits go back to the 2000s, but he is perhaps best known for playing Agent Wilson in David Lynch’s reboot of Twin Peaks in 2017, appearing in three episodes. He also appeared in an episode of science fiction show The OA, as well as providing the voice for a character in 2016 sequel Alice Through The Looking Glass, which starred Johnny Depp.
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• ‘Streets Of Rage’ is getting a live-action movie adaptation

  02-06-2026 12:54 via nme.com
  
  The live-action adaptation of classic side-scrolling fighting game Streets Of Rage is back on.READ MORE: AI, vinyl and indie supremacy: what’s shaping video game music in 2026?Back in 2022, it was announced that John Wick creator Derek Kolstad had written a script for a Streets Of Rage movie that was set to be produced by Lionsgate. After years of silence though, it’s been confirmed that Kolstad has left the project.
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• ‘Backrooms’ end credits song is from Boards Of Canada’s new album

  02-06-2026 12:16 via nme.com
  
  The song that plays during the end credits of horror hit Backrooms has been revealed to be from the new album by Scottish electronic duo Boards Of Canada.READ MORE: ‘Backrooms’ review: meme-based horror runs on unsettling vibes and creepy visualsThe A24 movie, about a psychiatrist searching for her client through a series of parallel dimensions known as “the Backrooms”, has been an enormous hit, scoring the studio’s biggest weekend with $81.4million (£60.4mill
  
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• Watch Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Costello, and Lumineers talk Leonard Cohen’s ruin and live comeback in new documentary clip

  02-06-2026 10:27 via nme.com
  
  A new Leonard Cohen documentary sees Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Costello and The Lumineers discuss the singer’s ruin and triumphant comeback – check out a clip exclusively on NME above.
  Leonard Cohen: If It Be Your Will has been put together by Adam Cohen, son of the legendary singer-songwriter, documenting his efforts to curate his father’s memorial concert in Montreal in November 2017 on the one-year annivers
  
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• Taylor Swift confirms new song ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ will appear in ‘Toy Story 5’

  01-06-2026 21:22 via nme.com
  
  Taylor Swift has confirmed the rumours – her new song ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ will be appearing in Toy Story 5.READ MORE: Taylor Swift – ‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ review: magical when the songwriter just lets herself beSpeculation has been swirling among Swifties in recent weeks, prompted last month when the singer posted a cryptic countdown on her website that was later taken down before it had the chance to be comp
  
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• Is Taylor Swift involved in ‘Toy Story 5’? Rumours start up again as fans decode cryptic billboard and lyric clue

  01-06-2026 14:36 via nme.com
  
  Rumours of Taylor Swift‘s involvement in Toy Story 5 have been revived once again.READ MORE: Taylor Swift – ‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ review: magical when the songwriter just lets herself beSpeculation was first sparked last month, after the pop star posted a cryptic countdown on her website, which was taken down before it had a chance to be completed on May 2. While it was never mentioned what the countdown was for, some fans became convinced that it signal
  
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• ‘Backrooms’ director Kane Parsons teases sequel: “I’m definitely not done”

  01-06-2026 12:02 via nme.com
  
  Backrooms director Kane Parsons has teased the possibility of a sequel to his horror film.
  The hit movie focuses on a furniture store owner (Chiwetel Ejiofor) who enters a parallel dimension of liminal spaces, as his therapist (Renate Reinsve) goes in search of him.
  Based on YouTuber Parsons’ web series of the same name, Backrooms has become a critical and box office hit, taking in $118million (£87.64million) worldwide so far on a reported $10million (£7.43million) budget.The d
  
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• Check out The Darkness’ 80s-leaning theme song to new ‘Masters of the Universe’ movie

  31-05-2026 15:17 via nme.com
  
  The Darkness have shared their 80s-inspired theme song to the new Masters Of The Universe movie – give it a listen below.READ MORE: The Darkness on being part of Christmas and “one of the last proper rock ’n’ roll bands”Starring Bottoms actor Nicholas Galitzine as Adam Glenn/He-Man, 30 Seconds To Mars frontman Jared Leto as Skeletor, and Idris Elba as Man-at-Arms, the film – based on the ’80s animated TV series – will hit cinemas on June 5 &nd
  
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• Paul McCartney hails “very cute” Paul Mescal ahead of Beatles biopics

  23-05-2026 23:31 via nme.com
  
  Paul McCartney has described his new Beatles biopic counterpart Paul Mescal as “very cute”.READ MORE: The Beatles: every song ranked in order of greatnessSam Mendes’ upcoming four film series about the Fab Four are slated for a simultaneous release in April 2028, with each film to tell the story of the band from a different member’s point of view.
  Currently going by the title The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event, they have bee
  
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• Does ‘The Mandalorian And Grogu’ have a post-credits scene?

  23-05-2026 11:49 via nme.com
  The Mandalorian And Grogu has arrived in cinemas worldwide, but is there a post-credits scene? Find out everything below.READ MORE: ‘The Mandalorian And Grogu’ review: a strong and forceful Star Wars spin-offThe first big screen entry in the Star Wars franchise since The Rise Of Skywalker in 2019, it is a theatrical version of The Mandalorian television series, which followed the title character, also kno
  
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• Every song on the ‘Finding Emily’ soundtrack

  23-05-2026 11:19 via nme.com
  The Manchester-based romcom Finding Emily is in cinemas now, but what songs feature on the soundtrack? Find out below. READ MORE: Why UK music fans will love ‘Finding Emily’ The film is a love letter to the musical history of the city, with local favourites Blossoms appearing in a cameo as the house band for the university’s end of year ball, and the city’s legendary Piccadilly Records playing a key role in the film. 
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• ‘Michael’ sequel confirmed, studio boss suggests it might not follow chronologically from first film

  22-05-2026 11:18 via nme.com
  The head of the studio behind hit biopic Michael has said a sequel is moving forward, and that the new film may not follow chronologically from where the last one ended.READ MORE: ‘Michael’ review: safe, shiny reminder of the King Of Pop’s musical geniusThe story of the life of Michael Jackson (played by Jaafar Jackson) broke records upon its release and has so far earned $715million (£532million) worldwide at the box office. The film ended with the caption “His Sto
  
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• The personal stories behind Pedro Pascal’s impeccable band t-shirt collection

  21-05-2026 15:00 via nme.com
  It’s not enough for Pedro Pascal to be the most in-demand, loved and admired actor in the land. He needs to be the best-dressed too.Read more: The Mandalorian And Grogu review: a strong and forceful Star Wars spin-offAnd so we present the below evidence of the Mandalorian And Grogu star’s unrivalled band t-shirt game – from classic Strokes tees to prized Cure tops. You might have glimpsed Pascal sporting his collection on red carpets and at premieres before, but this is the fir
  
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• Miles Teller won’t do profile interviews again because Esquire called him “kind of a dick” in 2015

  21-05-2026 13:53 via nme.com
  Miles Teller has revealed that he stopped doing profile interviews after a 2015 Esquire article described him as “kind of a dick”.
  The piece framed the Whiplash actor as purposefully difficult to work with, prompting Teller himself to tweet at the time: “Esquire couldn’t be more wrong. I don’t think there’s anything cool or entertaining about being a dick or an asshole. Very misrepresenting.”
  Speaking to IndieWire while at the Cannes Film Festival, the a
  
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• Robert De Niro slates Trump with Epstein joke in Stephen Colbert’s penultimate ‘Late Show’ episode

  21-05-2026 13:16 via nme.com
  Robert De Niro made a joke at the expense of US President Donald Trump during his last appearance on Stephen Colbert’s talk show, referencing the unreleased files relating to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.
  The Raging Bull actor appeared on the Late Night legend’s penultimate episode yesterday (20 May). The long-running talk show’s final week has featured guests such as David Byrne, Jon Stewart and Steven Spielberg.
  During the chat, De Niro swapped places with Colbert
  
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• Apple Martin, Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow’s daughter, to make film debut

  21-05-2026 12:16 via nme.com
  Apple Martin, the daughter of Coldplay’s Chris Martin and Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow, will make her film debut in a new movie by director Nancy Meyers.
  Meyers shot to fame thanks to comedies such as The Parent Trap with Lindsay Lohan, The Holiday, and the Father Of The Bride franchise. Known for her humorous dialogue and focus on the female perspective, as a writer she was nominated for an Oscar for Goldie Hawn comedy Private Benjamin. The new production, which is currently untitled, wil
  
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• ‘Abbott Elementary’ creator-star Quinta Brunson to play Betty Boop in new film

  21-05-2026 11:09 via nme.com
  Abbott Elementary creator Quinta Brunson will develop and star in a new film based on cartoon icon Betty Boop.
  The Emmy winner’s company, Fifth Chance Productions, will team up with the character’s owners, Fleischer Studios, and Mark Fleischer, grandson of Betty Boop creator Max Fleischer. According to a report from Variety, the film will follow the framework of 2023’s Barbie, reimagining a famous female character through a modern perspective.
  The article states that “the
  
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