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“20 Days in Mariupol,” a Ukrainian feature film directed by Mstyslav Chernov, has garnered attention at the British Grierson Awards with two nominations. This documentary follows the filmmaker’s experiences in the besieged city at the onset of the Ukraine War. The film has been recognized in the categories of Best Current Affairs Documentary and Best
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The 81st Venice International Film Festival has recently revealed the lineup for its prestigious international juries for the upcoming event from August 28 to September 7. The Orizzonti (Horizons section) jury, led by American director and screenwriter Debra Granik, boasts a diverse panel of industry experts including Iranian filmmaker Ali Asgari, Syrian director Soudade Kaadan,
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Studiocanal, a Paris-based production-distribution house, is making a bold move by launching an office in New York City. This strategic decision comes amidst the company’s efforts to establish a stronger foothold in the American market. Anne Chérel has been promoted to the position of Chief Commercial Officer and will be responsible for overseeing the operations
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Fresh off his Emmy nomination for Ripley, Andrew Scott has been chosen to lead the cast in Studiocanal and Working Title’s upcoming D-Day movie, “Pressure.” In this true story, Scott will portray Group Captain James Stagg, the Allies’ Chief Meteorologist responsible for providing weather updates to Supreme Commander General Eisenhower during the Normandy invasion. Directed
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The European Film Academy recently raised concerns over the imprisonment of Belarusian filmmaker and activist Andrei Gnyot. Gnyot, who played a key role in the 2020 demonstrations against rigged elections in Belarus, is currently detained in Serbia and faces extradition back to his home country. While official charges against Gnyot include tax evasion, his supporters
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Nigel Farage, a prominent figure in UK politics, has finally clinched a seat in the UK parliament after eight unsuccessful attempts. His party, Reform UK, saw a strong showing in the recent elections, with Farage himself winning in the seaside constituency of Clacton. This victory is particularly noteworthy as Clacton was previously a Conservative stronghold,
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The upcoming film Undercard, featuring Wanda Sykes in her first major dramatic role, has recently kicked off its principal photography in Puerto Rico. This movie delves into the complex relationship between a former boxing champion, Cheryl “No Mercy” Stewart, and her troubled son Keith, who is also pursuing a career in the boxing ring. Cheryl,
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The Paris Appeals Court investigative office has recently denied a request from French Culture Minister Rachida Dati’s lawyers to halt prosecution procedures in connection to the Carlos Ghosn affair. Dati is currently under investigation for allegedly receiving payments amounting to $950k (€900K) between 2010 and 2012 from a subsidiary of the Renault-Nissan alliance, during Carlos
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When looking at the exclusive trailer for Lilja Ingolfsdottir’s feature debut “Loveable”, it is clear that the storyline lacks originality. The plot of a woman struggling to save her marriage after her husband expresses a desire for a divorce is a common trope in the film industry. The theme of self-discovery and personal growth following
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Sigourney Weaver has solidified her legacy in the world of cinema by being awarded the prestigious Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice International Film Festival. Venice chief Alberto Barbera paid tribute to Weaver as “an actress with few rivals,” highlighting her powerful presence on the screen. Known for her significant theatrical training, Weaver
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AppleTV+ has recently announced its collaboration with ZDFneo to bring the fast-paced German medical drama KRANK Berlin to audiences worldwide. The eight-part series, co-created by Samuel Jefferson and Viktor Jakovleski, promises to offer a unique perspective on the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in a bustling Berlin hospital. The show centers around Dr. Parker, played