Eggers Eyes 'Romeo and Juliet,' New 'Resident Evil' Praised, Festival Lineups Announced

Filmmaker Robert Eggers is reportedly in talks with Focus Features for a new adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," adding to his slate of upcoming projects. Meanwhile, early reviews for Zach Cregger's "Resident Evil" are highlighting its successful blend of horror, humor, and gore, with some critics calling it a much-needed revitalization for the franchise.

In other film news, festival season is gearing up with several notable announcements. The Santa Fe International Film Festival will open with "In Memoriam" and close with "Paper Tiger," while Animation Is Film has revealed its 2026 lineup featuring titles like "Iron Boy" and "Tangles." Additionally, "Club Kid" is set for a special 35mm preview screening in San Francisco, and the trailer for the Cannes Critics' Week winner "La Gradiva" has been released.