Each month TheDiary curates a selection of films that capture the season’s spirit through both genre and mood. October invites reflection, emotion and a touch of darkness. This month’s choices bring together stories that speak to fear, passion and nostalgia.

Jacob Elordi emerges as one of Hollywood’s most compelling young actors with standout performances in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, HBO’s Euphoria, and upcoming roles in Wuthering Heights and The Dog Stars, redefining modern stardom through depth and discipline.

Netflix announces Emily in Paris Season 5, premiering December 18. This season follows Emily’s adventures across Paris, Rome, and Venice as she balances love, career, and la dolce vita.

The 77th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles made history with Apple TV+, Netflix, and HBO dominating the night. The Studio, Adolescence, and The Pitt led the ceremony with record-breaking wins across comedy, drama, and limited series.

Jason Momoa made a bold entrance at the 2025 Venice Film Festival in a head-to-toe pink look, complete with Birkenstocks and painted toenails, while celebrating his son Nakoa-Wolf’s role in Dune: Part Three.

Julia Garner will star as Madonna in the upcoming biopic, covering the Queen of Pop’s early career and her rise to global superstardom.

Woody Allen’s virtual appearance at the Moscow International Film Week has drawn sharp criticism from Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which called his participation a “disgrace” and “an insult” amid Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine.

Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson’s unexpected romance began during filming of The Naked Gun. From red carpet premieres to quiet chemistry, their story captures a different kind of Hollywood love.

Anne Hathaway returns as Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada 2, alongside Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt. With filming underway in New York, the sequel explores power, print, and the reinvention of fashion media in a new era.

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