Film News Today — October 3, 2026
‘April X’ Review: Connor Storrie Bides His Time in a Generic Sci-Fi Clone and more — today's film signal.
The world of film is abuzz with exciting news and releases, but not without controversy. On the review front, Connor Storrie's sci-fi film 'April X' has been panned for its generic clone storyline, leaving some to wonder if the genre is in need of a refresh. Meanwhile, in a move towards greater representation and inclusivity, New York's inaugural Muslim Film Festival has unveiled its lineup and jury, aiming to move beyond counter-narratives and showcase a diverse range of stories.
In other news, the SCAD Savannah Film Festival is set to honor Jessica Lange with a lifetime achievement award, recognizing her contributions to the film industry. On the production front, Ilse Salas is set to star in Quijote Films' 'To Die on Your Feet', a project that was pitched at Iberseries & Platino Industria. However, not all entertainment news is positive, with Kid Rock facing backlash for collaborating with an accused sexual assaulter on his new Christian album. Finally, a new documentary 'You Can See Everything' has shed light on the secret filming of Elizabeth Holmes, revealing the intricate and extensive measures taken to capture her story.
Today's signal:
• ‘April X’ Review: Connor Storrie Bides His Time in a Generic Sci-Fi Clone (variety.com)
• New York’s Inaugural Muslim Film Festival Aims to Move Past Counter-Narratives, Unveils Lineup, Jury (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Jessica Lange to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at SCAD Savannah Film Festival (variety.com)
• Kid Rock Enlists Accused Sexual Assaulter for New Christian Album (rollingstone.com)
• ‘The Good Girls’ Lead Ilse Salas to Star in Quijote Films’ ‘To Die on Your Feet’ (‘Morir de Pie’) a Project Pitched at Iberseries & Platino Industria (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• How Elizabeth Holmes Was Secretly Filmed for ‘You Can See Everything’ Doc: 7-Person Crew, 16-Hour Shoots and Cameras Covering the ‘Whole House’ (variety.com)