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The popularity of K-dramas has reached unprecedented heights, captivating audiences worldwide with their compelling storylines and diverse characters. Now, a digital platform called Manta is revolutionizing the genre by offering webcomics for a price. However, Manta’s innovation does not stop there. In an exciting development, Manta is introducing Manta Novels, which will provide English-language readers

The British singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor is set to perform her hit song “Murder on the Dancefloor” at the upcoming 2024 BAFTA Film Awards. This iconic track, originally released in 2001, has experienced a remarkable resurgence in popularity, thanks to its prominent inclusion in Emerald Fennell’s film, Saltburn. As the film’s concluding viral song, it has

The 2024 Nordisk Film & TV Fond Prize was recently awarded to writers Johan Fasting, Silje Storstein, and Kristin Grue for their political drama Power Play (Makta). The ceremony took place during the Goteborg Film Festival’s TV Drama Vision series. This article will provide a critical analysis of the event, highlighting the significance of the

In a recent development, Alain Delon, the 88-year-old French acting icon, has been placed under legal protection. This decision was made by a guardianship judge, who deemed it necessary due to concerns about Delon’s health and well-being. The legal protection order aims to ensure his safety and prevent any potential harm while also addressing the

The popular TV show Dragons’ Den has recently faced controversy over the promotion of ear seeds and acupuncture as a recovery aid for ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). In response to the backlash received from Giselle Boxer’s Acu Seeds business pitch, which resulted in a £50,000 ($63,000) investment in exchange for a 10% stake in the company,

The British reality show Celebrity Big Brother has managed to secure a contestant with a notable connection to the royal family. According to reports from the Sun newspaper, Gary Goldsmith, the brother of Kate Middleton’s mother Carole, has signed on to participate in the show. This news comes after Goldsmith’s previous attempt to take part

Swedish-Eritrean filmmaker Binyam Berhane has recently filed a $2 million lawsuit against the producers of the immigration drama “Madame Luna”. The film, directed by Daniel Espinosa, is set in Italy and is inspired by the story of a real-life Eritrean refugee who became a notorious human trafficker between Libya and Italy. Berhane claims that the

Brooklyn-based filmmaker, Madeleine Hunt-Ehrlich, is set to unveil her highly anticipated debut feature, ‘The Ballad Of Suzanne Césaire’, at the Rotterdam Film Festival. This thought-provoking film explores the legacy of Martinique-born feminist and anticolonial activist, Suzanne Césaire. Hunt-Ehrlich’s debut film is the result of five years of meticulous research and numerous trips back and forth

Ambient Light Films, a production company based in Los Angeles and Cairo, is furthering its commitment to supporting independent cinema in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The company recently announced six grants that it awarded to MENA filmmakers at the CineGouna Bridge project market during the El Gouna Film Festival held in

France’s prestigious César Academy has taken significant steps to improve its protocols regarding individuals involved in violent crimes. These new regulations were initially introduced in response to the controversy surrounding actor Sofiane Bennacer, who was under investigation for rape and sexual assault despite being celebrated as one of the 2023 César revelations. In an official