Film News Today — August 26, 2026

The world of film is abuzz with exciting developments, from emerging technologies to new projects and tributes to industry legends. In the realm of international cinema, Japan has selected 'All of a Sudden' as its entry for the Oscars' International Feature category, adding to the growing list of contenders vying for the prestigious award. Meanwhile, the Busan Market is gearing up to showcase cutting-edge tech in the film industry, with Google DeepMind, Amazon Web Services, and Kling AI joining the InnoAsia program.

In other news, new projects are in the works, including the motherhood horror film 'Vagina Dentata,' which has been boarded by Romanian partner Manifest Film. The stage experience of the popular 'Paranormal Activity' franchise is also getting a fresh spin, with a review describing it as a "hair-raising" experience. On a lighter note, pop sensation Taylor Swift recently paid tribute to country music icon Dolly Parton, praising her as a shining example of "true grace and true grit." These stories and more are making waves in the film industry, and we're excited to dive into the latest news and trends.

Today's signal:
• Oscars: Japan Selects ‘All of a Sudden’ for International Feature Race (variety.com)
• Google DeepMind, Amazon Web Services, Kling AI Join Busan Market Tech Program InnoAsia (variety.com)
• Motherhood Horror Film ‘Vagina Dentata,’ ‘From The Eclipse’ Director Nataša Urban, Boarded by Romanian Partner Manifest Film (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Taylor Swift Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: ‘She Was True Grace and True Grit, All in One Dazzling Person’ (variety.com)
• ‘Paranormal Activity’ Review: Spooky Franchise Gets a Hair-Raising Stage Experience (variety.com)
• The 45+ Best Birthday Gifts for Husbands, Handpicked by a Wife With High Standards (rollingstone.com)