Film News Today — September 25, 2026
The Drive-In, Streaming Platform Where Indie Filmmakers Keep IP, Audience and Money, Sets Launch (EXCLUSIVE) and more — today's film signal.
The world of film is abuzz with exciting developments, from innovative platforms changing the way indie filmmakers work to boundary-pushing projects that challenge on-screen representations. The launch of The Drive-In, a streaming platform that allows independent filmmakers to retain ownership of their intellectual property while also reaching a wider audience, is set to shake up the industry. Meanwhile, director Billy Lumby is making waves with his feature debut 'Florid', which tackles the complex topic of schizophrenia with sensitivity and authenticity by casting non-actors in key roles.
From new platforms and emerging talent, the film world is also celebrating established icons and honoring outstanding contributions. Aamir Khan is set to receive a Screen Icon Award at the Singapore Film Festival, which opens with Hur Jin-ho's 'The Assassin(s)'. The Pingyao Film Festival is also marking a milestone, turning 10 and honoring the acclaimed director Ann Hui. And for horror fans, the Academy Museum has launched The Horror Show, an exhibit featuring iconic costumes and props from beloved films like 'Halloween' and 'Poltergeist'. With these highlights and more, today's film news is all about innovation, creativity, and a celebration of the art of filmmaking.
Today's signal:
• The Drive-In, Streaming Platform Where Indie Filmmakers Keep IP, Audience and Money, Sets Launch (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• ‘Florid’ Director Billy Lumby on Challenging ‘Misrepresentation’ of Schizophrenia on Screen and Casting Non-Actors in Feature Debut (variety.com)
• ‘Halima,’ First Finnish Pic Ever by Black Female Filmmaker, Bags Fiction Project Prize, ‘Sauna Diplomacy’ Named Best Genre Project at Finnish Film Affair (variety.com)
• Aamir Khan to Receive Screen Icon Award as Singapore Film Festival Opens With Hur Jin-ho’s ‘The Assassin(s)’ (variety.com)
• The Horror Show Launches at Academy Museum: Costumes and Props From ‘Halloween,’ ‘Saw,’ ‘Poltergeist’ and More (variety.com)
• AI Robots Dance in the Rain as Pingyao Film Festival Turns 10, Honors Ann Hui (variety.com)