Film News Today — September 8, 2026

The world of film and television is abuzz with exciting developments, from new productions to shifting industry trends. Ester Expósito, star of the hit series 'Elite', is set to take on a new project with 'Stink Eye', a title that will be showcased at the Iberseries Co-Production & Financing Forum. Meanwhile, France TV is facing significant challenges, with exports plummeting due to a decline in ad revenue, budget cuts, and a deteriorating economic environment. This downturn highlights the need for a more thoughtful approach to audience engagement, as emphasized by the Lumiere Declaration, which outlines 15 principles for global film governance and reminds creators that audience attention is a trust to be honored, not a resource to be exploited.

As the industry navigates these changes, new releases are still making waves at the box office. In Korea, 'The Odyssey' has surpassed 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day', with admissions topping 10 million. The popularity of Korean entertainment is also evident in the rise of K-pop, with innovative products like the 'KPop Demon Hunters' karaoke mic helping fans hit the high notes on their favorite tunes. On the festival circuit, Serielizados has unveiled its lineup, featuring 'Celeste' Season 2, as well as new series from acclaimed creators like Hagai Levi, Diane Morgan, and the Sánchez-Cabezudo Brothers. With so many exciting projects and developments in the works, it's clear that the world of film and television will continue to evolve and thrive in the days to come.

Today's signal:
• ‘Elite’ Star Ester Expósito Circles ‘Stink Eye,’ an Iberseries Co-Production & Financing Forum Title (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• France TV Exports Plummet Amid Ad Decline, Broadcaster Budget Cuts, ‘Deteriorating Economic Environment’ (variety.com)
• Lumiere Declaration Sets 15 Principles for Global Film Governance, Calling Audience Attention ‘a Trust to Be Honored, Not a Resource to Be Captured’ (variety.com)
• Korea Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Overwhelms ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ as Admissions Top 10 Million (variety.com)
• This ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Karaoke Mic Helps You Hit the High Notes on ‘Golden’ (and All Your Go-To Tunes) (rollingstone.com)
• Serielizados Unveils Lineup with ‘Celeste’ Season 2, Hagai Levi, Diane Morgan and the Sánchez-Cabezudo Brothers Series in Competition (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)