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David Canfield

Senior Entertainment Writer

David Canfield is a Senior Entertainment Writer at The Hollywood Reporter. His work has also appeared in Vanity Fair, Entertainment Weekly and Slate, among other publications. David is a National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Award finalist and GLAAD Media Award nominee, and has served on film-festival juries in San Francisco, Savannah and more.

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Inside the Bombshell Article That Inspired ‘Primetime’

Writer Luke Dittrich reflects on his widely read Esquire article on Chris Hansen and 'To Catch a Predator' from 20 years ago, how his perspective has evolved over the years, and what it was like to visit the set.

Inside NYFF’s Splashy Lineup: Landing ‘Artificial,’ Weighing a Secret Screening and Opening on the “Miraculous” ‘Paper Tiger’ (Exclusive)

It’s a major year for the New York Film Festival, with world premieres from Luca Guadagnino, Tony Gilroy, Ava DuVernay and more. Here’s what to expect from the buzzy program.

Most Memorable Moments at 2026 Emmys, From Taylor Swift’s Cameo to Mariska Hargitay Recreating Nicole Kidman’s AMC Ad

From Jean Smart and Matthew Rhys' history-making wins to Marcello Hernández's special invites for Zendaya and Harrison Ford, here are some of the highlights from the 78th Emmy Awards on Monday.

Matthew Rhys Makes Emmy History With Best Actor Win for ‘Widow’s Bay’

The Welsh actor is the first performer in history to win Emmys for all three lead acting categories, and is also the first man to win two of them on a single night.

‘The Pitt’ Star Noah Wyle Wins Second Straight Emmy for Best Actor in a Drama Series

The acclaimed actor, also nominated this year for both producing and directing the show this year, was considered a heavy favorite.

Matthew Rhys Jokes About Using Emmy as a Weapon After ‘The Beast in Me’ Lead Acting Win

The Welsh actor went on to make history with a win for best actor in a comedy series for 'Widow's Bay.'

Jean Smart Makes History With Fifth Best-Actress Emmy Win for ‘Hacks’

The eight-time Emmy winner ties the all-time record for a female performer and is the first actress ever to win the award for every season of her show.

Meet ‘Minotaur’: Watch the Exclusive Trailer for the Cannes-Winning Political Thriller

Russian director Andrey Zvyagintsev also speaks on the possibility that he'd be chosen to represent France in the Oscar race for the first time: "I would be very proud, and very grateful."

Almodóvar’s Deep Dive Into … Almodóvar

With the very meta 'Bitter Christmas,' the Spanish auteur goes further into autofiction than ever — and grapples with where to draw the line: "I really expose myself a lot."

Why ‘La Gradiva,’ the Surprise Sensation of Cannes, Is Now the Essential Debut of the Fall

The spellbinding teen drama makes its North American premiere at TIFF on Monday, the beginning of an underdog awards run for Marine Atlan's auspicious first feature.

Cynthia Erivo’s First Film Since ‘Wicked’ Required Her to Go Dark, Deep and Fearless: “I’d Feel Sick and Angry”

The three-time Oscar nominee found safety and support in the making of ‘Prima Facie,’ which offers an unflinching look at the aftermath of sexual assault. In her first interview about the film, she explains, “I would go too far and it would be hard to come back.”

Sophie Okonedo Has Always Been One of Our Great Actors. Finally, the Movies Are Catching Up

The Oscar nominee and Tony winner has two magnificently subtle performances out this fall. They reflect an evolved approach to building her career: "I decided I just wouldn't work as much. I would wait."