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Richard Tandy, the talented keyboardist of Electric Light Orchestra, passed away at the age of 76. His contributions to the band’s music, including hits like “Evil Woman” and “Don’t Bring Me Down,” have left an indelible mark on the world of rock and roll. Tandy’s longtime collaborator and friend, Jeff Lynne, mourned his loss and

DNEG, a prominent VFX firm known for its work on blockbuster films like Dune: Part Two and The Last of Us, is facing a tumultuous period that has resulted in hundreds of layoffs. This article will delve into the recent developments at the company, the reasons behind the layoffs, and the broader market conditions that

ProSiebenSat.1 Media recently faced a significant decision regarding the potential split of the business, with majority minority shareholders MediaForEurope (MFE) and PFF IM pushing for a separation of core broadcasting and content operations from Commerce & Ventures and Dating & Video segments. Despite a strong push from these shareholders, the proposal was ultimately rejected at

The Forsyte Saga, originally written by John Galsworthy in the 1920s, is receiving a fresh adaptation in the form of a six-part series on PBS Masterpiece. This marks the third television adaptation of the sweeping story that explores the lives of a wealthy British family in 1880s London. While the previous adaptations in 1967 and

The recent incident involving BBC wildlife presenter Liz Bonnin being scammed by a fake AI-generated program highlights the growing dangers of AI misuse in the creative industries. This fraudulent act not only resulted in Bonnin’s image being used without her consent but also raises concerns about the potential implications of such misuse of technology. Liz

Prince Harry has made the decision to return to the UK after an extended period of absence to attend the upcoming 10th anniversary ceremony of the Invictus Games that he founded. This event is scheduled to take place on May 8th at St Paul’s Cathedral in London. The prince will be participating in the ceremony

Music has the power to move us, inspire us, and even shape our lives in ways we may not always realize. In the documentary Ari’s Theme, directors Nathan Drillot and Jeff Lee Petry shed light on the journey of Ari Kinarthy, a music composer with a rare genetic condition. This documentary captures his resilience, creativity,

Joe Cole, known for his roles in ‘Peaky Blinders’ and ‘Gangs of London,’ alongside Teagan Croft, recognized for ‘True Spirit’ and ‘Titans,’ have recently completed filming for the contemporary neo-noir thriller ‘Override.’ This project serves as the English-language debut for directing duo Natasha Merkulova and Alexey Chupov, adding anticipation among fans of the genre. Plot

Acclaimed director Jane Campion will be honored this summer at the 77th edition of the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland. She is set to receive the prestigious Pardo d’Onore Manor Award for her outstanding achievements in cinema. The festival will take place from August 7 to 17, with the award ceremony scheduled for August 16

Step into the extraordinary world of Sergiu Celibidache, one of the most celebrated classical music conductors of the twentieth century, through the lens of the captivating biopic “The Yellow Tie.” Directed by Celibidache’s son, Serge Ioan Celebidachi, and co-written by James Olivier, this film offers a deep dive into the life of a unique artist

Warwick Davis’ children recently revealed that the actor is stepping back from social media after a tweet raised some concerns among his followers. The tweet, in which Davis stated, “I’m done here,” prompted worries due to the recent passing of his wife, Samantha Davis. Samantha tragically passed away last month at the age of 53,

The highly anticipated eleventh Platino Awards took place at the El Gran Tlachco theater in Xcaret Park, Riviera Maya, where the debut film by Basque filmmaker Estibaliz Urresola Solaguren, “20,000 Species Of Bees,” and J. A. Bayona’s survival drama for Netflix, “Society Of The Snow,” emerged as the big winners of the night. These two

The third annual Sands International Film Festival, curated by Ania Trzebiatowska, opened this past weekend in the picturesque town of St Andrews, Scotland. Trzebiatowska, a full-time programmer at Sundance, collaborated with a team of part-time student programmers from the University of St. Andrews to bring an eclectic mix of fiction and non-fiction films to the

James Hunt, the iconic British driver, is set to be the focus of a new documentary produced by Deep Fusion Films. This film, titled Hunt: We Need to Talk About James, promises to offer viewers an intimate look into the life and legacy of the man who left a lasting impact on the world of

Gurinder Chadha, known for directing films like Bend It Like Beckham, is currently working on a new project titled Christmas Karma. This contemporary Bollywood musical is set in London and draws inspiration from Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol. Chadha has enlisted a star-studded cast for the film, with Kunal Nayyar from The Big Bang

Veteran Indian actor Manoj Bajpayee recently shared his experience while starring in ZEE5 Global’s Silence sequel. He mentioned that it was both enjoyable and challenging to portray the character in Silence 2. Bajpayee had to grapple with complex forensic jargon and educate himself on forensic procedures to accurately depict his role as leading investigator ACP

The BBC’s ambitious masterplan to invest £700M outside of London by March 2028 has come under fire for its incomplete evaluation process. The National Audit Office (NAO) raised concerns about the lack of a coherent approach in assessing the impact and benefits of the Across the UK program. The NAO’s latest report highlighted the BBC’s

The Gospel Of The Beast, directed by Sheron Dayoc from the Philippines, was honored with the Golden Star Award for Best Southeast Asian Film at the inaugural Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival (HIFF) in Vietnam. This recognition serves as a testament to the talent and creativity present in the Southeast Asian filmmaking industry.

Warner Bros. has set a new record by crossing the $1B mark at the international box office, making them the first studio to reach this milestone in 2024. Achieving this feat in just 15 weeks, the studio has surpassed its previous record of 17 weeks set in 2018. The success of Warner Bros. can be

The closure of Factory Transmedia, a UK animation firm based in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. With a 24-year history of producing quality animation for global companies such as Disney, Milkshake, Nick Jr, CBBC, and CBeebies, the firm’s liquidation marks the end of an era in the world of children’s

Recently, Poland’s Ministry of Culture made the decision to dismiss Radosław Śmigulski from his position as director of the Polish Film Institute (PFI). This move has not only surprised but also sent shockwaves across the local film industry. The decision was announced by Minister of Culture and National Heritage Bartłomiej Sienkiewicz in a press conference,

In a groundbreaking move, Amazon has acquired the world rights for the dramedy series Self Modulation, set in Beirut. This marks the e-commerce giant’s first foray into Arabic TV series acquisition, signaling a shift towards diversifying its content offerings. The series, produced by Falcon Films and Arna Media, is part of a multi-show deal that

The wave of feminist civil disobedience that swept Chile in the spring of 2018 left a lasting impact on the country and reverberated across the world. Inspired by this movement, Oscar-winning filmmaker Sebastián Lelio has wrapped production on a new musical film titled The Wave (La Ola). The movie aims to capture the essence of

It may come as a surprise to some, but Sony made a presence at CinemaCon, albeit in a slightly unconventional manner. Sony’s domestic distribution chief, Adrian Smith, took the stage to introduce the first-ever Crunchyroll presentation at the Las Vegas exhibitor and studio conference. Despite not being a traditional Sony showcase, Smith was enthusiastic and

The second season of the Australian mystery-drama series, ‘Black Snow,’ is currently in production in Queensland, Australia. This new season features a fresh cast of talented actors, including Jana McKinnon, Travis Fimmel, Megan Smart, Alana Mansour, Dan Spielman, Victoria Haralabidou, and Kat Stewart. In this upcoming season, Detective Cormack, played by Travis Fimmel, takes on

ABBA fans worldwide came together to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Swedish supergroup’s Eurovision victory in 1974. It was the iconic song ‘Waterloo’ that catapulted ABBA to fame and marked the beginning of their extraordinary success. Fans all over the world commemorated this significant event with various special events and tributes. ABBA Night on

In a recent turn of events, one of the BBC’s most well-known radio presenters, Greg James, found himself apologizing for making insensitive comments in a video promoting his new children’s book. Alongside former newsreader Chris Smith, James appeared in a video discussing how to make their fictional characters “more revolting… really gross and horrible.” The

The popular Indian action-drama series, Taaza Khabar, is all set to make a comeback for a second season on Disney+ Hotstar. The show, which revolves around a sanitation worker named Vasant Gawde who discovers his ability to predict the future, has garnered a significant following since its initial release. The concept of ‘fresh news’ plays

Mahmoud Sabbagh, a renowned Saudi director, is back with a new film that promises to push boundaries for its depiction of Saudi Arabia in a time of sweeping change. Titled “Last Party In R. Desert,” this dark comedy revolves around Najm, a cash-driven local impresario, who navigates the nightlife scene with his music troupe amidst

Sellblock is an upcoming Filipino crime drama series that has recently wrapped up its principal photography. The series is set to debut at the MIPTV event and has been slated for three seasons. Sellblock will showcase the activities of one of Asia’s biggest drug empires operating from within a Philippine maximum-security prison. The show is

BBC Studios has recently launched a new streaming platform targeting children’s TV in Korea. The BBC Kids platform will offer a selection of popular shows such as Hey Duggee, Andy’s Global Adventures, and Go Jetters. This marks the very first time that BBC Studios has entered the Korean market in this capacity. The platform will

J.K. Rowling, the beloved author of the Harry Potter series, has once again sparked controversy with her recent April Fool’s Day gag. In a series of tweets, Rowling made derogatory comments about individuals who identify as trans women, dismissing them as men. This not only shows a lack of empathy and understanding but also perpetuates

King Charles recently made his first major public appearance since sharing his cancer diagnosis and treatment. He attended the Easter service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor accompanied by Queen Camilla and other members of the royal family. The King was spotted waving to people around the Chapel and expressing his gratitude for the outpouring