Film News Today — September 14, 2026

The world of film is abuzz with exciting news today, as some of the industry's biggest stars and most anticipated projects take center stage. In Korea, the box office is still being dominated by 'The Odyssey', which has secured its sixth weekend at the top, while 'Obsession' is quickly rising through the ranks. Meanwhile, the Busan Open Talk and Outdoor Stage Greeting lineup has been announced, featuring a star-studded cast of actors including Hyun Bin, Lee Min-ho, Jung Woo-sung, and Isabelle Huppert, promising to bring some of the biggest names in film to the forefront.

But it's not all glamour and glory in the film world, as controversy is brewing in Israel where the Minister of Culture has threatened to revoke the Israeli citizenships of the filmmakers behind 'NAZA'. This move has sparked outrage and highlights the complex and often fraught relationship between art and politics. On a more uplifting note, Cynthia Erivo's powerful performance in 'Prima Facie' earned a standing ovation at TIFF, showcasing the impact that film can have on audiences. As the Oscar season heats up, countries around the world are submitting their entries, with Nepal, Singapore, Israel, Romania, South Korea, Chile, and more joining the list, setting the stage for a thrilling and diverse awards season.

Today's signal:
• Hyun Bin, Lee Min-ho, Jung Woo-sung, Isabelle Huppert Headline Busan Open Talk and Outdoor Stage Greeting Lineup (variety.com)
• Korea Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Secures Sixth Weekend Crown as ‘Obsession’ Ascends (variety.com)
• Cynthia Erivo’s Riveting ‘Prima Facie’ Performance Earns TIFF Standing Ovation (variety.com)
• Israel’s Minister of Culture Threatens to Revoke Israeli Citizenships of ‘NAZA’ Filmmakers (variety.com)
• Israel’s Minister of Culture Threatens to Revoke Israeli Citizenships of ‘NAZA’ Filmmakers (variety.com)
• International Oscar Submissions: Nepal, Singapore, Israel, Romania, South Korea, Chile and More Join the List (variety.com)