Film News Today — August 14, 2026
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Is Drawing Tourists to Milan Prompting an 18% Increase in Visitors to the Film’s Locations in Italy’s Fashion Capital and more — today's film signal.
The world of film and television is abuzz with exciting news and updates. For fans of fashion and film, the upcoming sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada' is already making waves, with tourists flocking to Milan to visit the iconic locations featured in the movie. This surge in interest has resulted in an 18% increase in visitors to the film's locations in Italy's fashion capital. Meanwhile, in the world of television, the TV Academy Hall of Fame inductees were honored, with notable attendees like Bill Hader sharing heartfelt tributes to industry legends.
In other news, film enthusiasts can look forward to new projects from talented directors like Fukada Koji, Jakrawal Nilthamrong, and Boo Junfeng, who have won the Busan Co-Production Fund. Indian actress Rani Mukerji has also made headlines, receiving a honorary doctorate from La Trobe and winning a special citation at the IFFM. Additionally, actor Matthew McConaughey has opened up about his experiences working with renowned directors like Richard Linklater and Christopher Nolan, as well as his approach to teaching film students. With new films, TV shows, and industry developments emerging every day, there's always something to look forward to in the world of cinema.
Today's signal:
• ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Is Drawing Tourists to Milan Prompting an 18% Increase in Visitors to the Film’s Locations in Italy’s Fashion Capital (variety.com)
• TV Academy Hall of Fame: Sheila Nevins, Absent Due to COVID, Thanks Dr. Fauci for the Vaccine; Bill Hader Pays Tribute to the ‘South Park’ Creators With a ‘Fish Dick’ Story and More (variety.com)
• ‘You Don’t Belong Here’ Review: A Potentially Involving Story Is Weakened by Airless Dialogue and a Misguided Finale (variety.com)
• Fukada Koji, Jakrawal Nilthamrong, Boo Junfeng Films Win Busan Co-Production Fund (variety.com)
• Rani Mukerji Receives La Trobe Honorary Doctorate, Wins IFFM Special Citation (variety.com)
• Matthew McConaughey on Immortality, Shooting With Linklater and Nolan and Teaching His Film Students Not to Fear ‘Doing Something Sh—y’ (variety.com)