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Mahershala Ali

Mahershala Ali is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Smart People.

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2econd Stage Off-Broadway Production, 2016
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THE GOTHAMS Announce 36th Edition Nominations Across 11 Categories
by Rachel Stone - Oct 27, 2026

The Gotham Film & Media Institute selected 42 feature films and 25 performances for the 36th edition of The Gothams. ALL OF A SUDDEN, CLARISSA, LA GRADIVA, THE INVITE, and TENDER LOVING CARE lead with four nominations each.
THE DECEMBERISTS Release Music Video for "The Better Part of Bravery" From WILDWOOD
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026

THE DECEMBERISTS released a music video for "The Better Part of Bravery," an original song written for LAIKA's stop-motion film WILDWOOD, based on the novel by frontman Colin Meloy. The film and soundtrack are now available.
WILDWOOD to Open in Theaters From LAIKA
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026

LAIKA's stop-motion fantasy WILDWOOD stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Jacob Tremblay as teens on a rescue mission into an enchanted forest. The film features voice performances by Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali, and Angela Bassett.
YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER Clip Released; Film in Theaters
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026

A new clip from the drama YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER, starring Mahershala Ali as a religious hitman balancing faith and fatherhood, is now available. The film is playing in theaters.
THE DECEMBERISTS Share 'The Better Part of Bravery' From LAIKA's WILDWOOD
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026

The indie rock band released a closing song for the stop-motion animated film based on frontman Colin Meloy's debut novel, marking their first new music in over two years.
THE DECEMBERISTS Share 'The Better Part of Bravery' From LAIKA's WILDWOOD
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026

The indie rock band released their first new music in over two years, a closing song for the stop-motion animated film based on frontman Colin Meloy's debut novel.
YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER Expands to More Cities
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026

YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER, starring Mahershala Ali, expands to more theaters nationwide ahead of its October 16 wide release.
Mahershala Ali Receives Creative Icon Award at CultureCon
by Rachel Stone - Oct 6, 2026

Mahershala Ali participated in a panel discussion at CultureCon and received the Creative Icon Award. YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER expands to theaters nationwide.
Video: Mahershala Ali, Giancarlo Esposito in New Film Clip
by Rachel Stone - Oct 1, 2026

Watch a new clip from YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER starring Mahershala Ali and Giancarlo Esposito, as the drama expands to more U.S. cities Oct. 2.
Mahershala Ali Talks Playing a Hitman and a Strange Dream About Jimmy Kimmel
by Rachel Stone - Oct 1, 2026

Mahershala Ali discussed a strange dream about Jimmy Kimmel, his years living in Brooklyn and playing a hitman in his new film during a visit to JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE.
LAIKA to Receive Gotham Anniversary Tribute at 36th Annual Awards
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026

The Gotham Film & Media Institute will honor LAIKA's 20 years of animation with the Gotham Anniversary Tribute at its annual ceremony in New York City, coinciding with the studio's release of WILDWOOD.
YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER Now Playing in Select Theaters
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026

Bassam Tariq's drama starring Mahershala Ali as a religious hitman balancing faith and fatherhood is now in select New York and Los Angeles theaters, with wider release planned.
Watch: YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER Opening Scene
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026

Watch the opening scene from YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER, starring Mahershala Ali as a hitman balancing faith and fatherhood. In theaters September 25.
WILDWOOD Tickets Now on Sale; LAIKA's Stop-Motion Fantasy
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026

LAIKA released the final trailer for WILDWOOD, its sixth stop-motion feature starring Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Jacob Tremblay, with voice work by Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali, and Angela Bassett. Tickets are available for theatrical release in select premium formats.
YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER Premieres at TIFF
by Rachel Stone - Sep 13, 2026

YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER YOUR MOTHER debuts at TIFF, starring Mahershala Ali as a hitman balancing faith and fatherhood. In theaters September 25.
GOTHAM WEEK to Honor Bassam Tariq, Liz Garbus, Elizabeth Wolff
by Rachel Stone - Sep 10, 2026

The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced honorees for its 2026 Gotham Week, including Alumni of Distinction Awards and expanded screenings featuring independent films in Brooklyn.
WILDWOOD to Open AFI FEST 2026 with Stop-Motion Epic
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026

LAIKA Studios' WILDWOOD will serve as the opening night film of the 40th AFI FEST. The stop-motion fantasy is directed by Travis Knight and features voice performances from Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Jacob Tremblay, Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali and Angela Bassett.
FLESH IMPACT Reception Draws Ellen Burstyn, Taika Waititi in Venice
by Rachel Stone - Sep 8, 2026

Genesis hosted a reception at Hotel Excelsior celebrating Maggie Gyllenhaal's FLESH IMPACT following its Venice Film Festival premiere, with Ellen Burstyn, Amy Marentic and Taika Waititi among the attendees.
Julia Roberts, Paul Rudd, and More Will Lead SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026

Bess Wohl's play SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS will open at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, starring Martin Freeman, Greta Lee, Sarah Paulson, Isaac Powell, Julia Roberts, and Paul Rudd.
LAIKA to Release First Trailer for WILDWOOD, Starring Carey Mulligan
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026

LAIKA released the first full trailer for WILDWOOD, a handcrafted stop-motion adventure directed by Travis Knight and set to open in theaters across the United States.

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