International

The El Gouna Film Festival, held annually in Egypt’s picturesque Red Sea resort, kicked off its seventh edition on October 24, 2023. Despite the glamorous reputation the festival has garnered over the years, this year’s event is clouded by controversy and somber undertones. As festival-goers arrived, they were confronted with harsh realities, including the ongoing

In a groundbreaking blend of genres, Oscar-nominated actor Jackie Earle Haley steps into the chilling lead role of “I’m Your Host,” a game show-themed slasher horror film that promises to deliver both suspense and visceral thrills. Directed by DW Medoff, known for his unique storytelling in previous projects like “Pollen,” this film reimagines the familiar

The highly acclaimed Australian detective drama, **Black Snow**, is making a comeback with its second season, sparking interest among fans and new viewers alike. Set to debut on **January 1, 2025**, via the popular streaming platform **Stan**, the new season promises to delve deeper into the mysteries that captivated audiences during its inaugural run. As

The entertainment industry is often fraught with drama, but few disputes have reached the current level of vitriol as the fallout between celebrated producer Monika Bacardi and filmmaker Andrea Iervolino. Their partnership, rooted in the establishment of Iervolino and Lady Bacardi Entertainment (ILBE), has devolved into legal skirmishes and public accusations. The shareholders meeting held

“Old Enough!” has captivated audiences globally since its inception three decades ago in Japan. This delightful series showcases the adventures of young children, ages three to five, as they venture out on small errands, such as grocery shopping or package deliveries, often captured by a diligent camera crew. Blue Ant Media’s Canadian adaptation of this

The holiday season often brings out the best in filmmakers, providing a fertile ground for stories of love, hope, and redemption, none more so than in Richard Curtis’s latest festive venture, That Christmas. Renowned for his hallmark romcom style with hits like Love Actually, Curtis shifts gears in this animated family film, which cleverly equals

David Franzoni, the celebrated screenwriter behind iconic films like Gladiator and Amistad, is embarking on a bold new venture by translating his graphic novel, *Alexander Immortal*, into a scripted series. Collaborating with production houses Graphic India and Starlings Television, this adaptation aims to breathe life into a lesser-explored chapter of history, focusing on the renowned

The recent death of Liam Payne has thrown Netflix into a sensitive quandary regarding the release of its new music competition series, “Building the Band.” Initially announced in May, the show was developed by Remarkable Entertainment from the UK and had already completed filming before this shocking tragedy occurred. Following Payne’s untimely fall from a

The world has long awaited the adaptation of Gabriel García Márquez’s renowned novel, “100 Years of Solitude.” Set to debut on December 11, this ambitious project spans over two seasons, each comprising eight episodes. This multi-generational saga chronicles the intricate lives of the Buendía family and the enchanting town of Macondo. With a legacy rooted

Ubisoft, a giant in the gaming industry known for franchises like Assassin’s Creed, is currently at a crossroads. The company’s recent mandate enforcing a return-to-office (RTO) policy requiring employees to work on-site at least three days a week has ignited significant unrest among its workforce. The tipping point came with a three-day strike initiated by