Michael Keaton

Paramount's new horror film "Smile 2" has surpassed its successful predecessor, taking in an estimated $23 million in North American theaters this weekend, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported on Oct. 20.

The American director, screenwriter, producer, and illustrator was honored during an emotional ceremony in front of his favorite store, as he highlighted in his speech.

Tim Burton and Monica Bellucci arrived in Venice for the opening of the annual Venice Film Festival.

The festival kicks off with the premiere of Burton’s latest work, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, on Wednesday, August 28, which is a sequel to his 1988 film.

The 66-year-old director and the Italian actress were photographed holding hands as they arrived in the Italian city.

The sequel to Tim Burton's 1988 "Beetlejuice" will premiere at this year's Venice Film Festival, bringing back actor Michael Keaton as the havoc-wrecking demon, organizers said July 2.

"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" will kick off the glitzy festival running from August 28 through Sept. 7 on Venice's Lido, showing out of competition.

Most would agree the 1988 film "Beetlejuice" is a classic. And two of the main creative forces behind the macabre and comedic movie - titular star Michael Keaton and visionary director Tim Burton - say they plan to stick closely to the iconic film as they tackle its long-awaited sequel.

The directors of "Batgirl" said on Aug. 3 they were "shocked" that the $90 million superhero film had been axed by the studio and will now not be released in any format.

Show business satire "Birdman" took the lead in what promises to be a competitive race for the best picture Oscar by winning the top award from Hollywood producers on Jan. 24.