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Gaynor Faye urges tax breaks for film industry in Budget - BBC News
'There are crews that need feeding, toilet facilities, not only are they going to need the great actors but they also need all infrastructure that goes with that - electricians, carpenters, set design, prop suppliers, costume, hair and make-up.'…
Probe Jihadi Mafia in Telugu Film Industry: Telangana VHP
Hyderabad: Taking strong exception to the filmmaker SS Rajamouli's remark about Lord Hanuman at the title launch of his new film ‘Varanasi' recently, the Telangana unit of VHP demanded a comprehensive probe into the funds of mafia in the…
James Cameron Films, Ranked
James Cameron has only directed 10 narrative films. That feels kind of wild. He's produced many more, made some documentaries, and been involved with several others. But in terms of directing a typical, narrative movie, his latest film, Avatar:…
The 19 best shows and films to stream this weekend
Ted Danson plays a retiree turned undercover private eye in a comedy that's now back for a second series Quirky, good-hearted comedy from Michael Schur, reuniting him with his The Good Place star Ted Danson, who plays a grieving retiree finding a…
Our Film Critic on Where 'Wicked' Went Wrong
“Wicked: For Good”? More like no good. Justin Chang tries to pinpoint the problem with the hit franchise. Plus: “Wicked: For Good” has arrived in theatres after what was, for fans, a long year's wait for the second half…
Wuthering Heights film won't be faithful to the 'sexy, horrible' book
Wuthering Heights won't be a faithful adaptation of the book, the director of the latest remake has warned. Emerald Fennell, 40, said that Emily Brontë's 1847 novel was “too slippery” to distil into a time-constrained film.
'As Big As Cannes Very Soon': India's Biggest Film Festival Kicks Off In Goa
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) opened on November 20 with great pomp and fanfare in Panaji, Goa. Goan chief minister Pramod Sawant opens IFFI 2025 with a traditional and auspicious watering of the Tulsi plant, Touted as…
Gossip Girl and Supernatural stars confirmed for Netflix romance film
A Gossip Girl favourite and beloved Supernatural actor have been snapped up for Netflix's latest romantic offering. Adapted from Katherine Center's 2022 bestseller The Bodyguard, the streaming giant's fresh flick centres on a 'no-nonsense bodyguard…
Elphaba's real dad explained as new Wicked film released
Some fans are only just realising who Elphaba's real dad is in Wicked as the second instalment hits cinema screens. Wicked: For Good is the second part of the film adaptation which is based on the smash hit musical. Wicked was released last year…
Australia's National Indian Film Festival Expands to Regional Markets, Partners With Indian Film Bodies (EXCLUSIVE)
Australia's National Indian Film Festival (NIFFA) is expanding into regional territories and has signed partnerships with India's National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) ahead of its 2026…
Culver City OKs Film Incentive Package to 'Reignite' Production in the Heart of Screenland
Culver City has approved a $500,000 film incentive program that Mayor Dan O'Brien calls an effort to “reignite” production activity in the city that once touted itself as “the Heart of Screenland.” The package was…
Wicked: For Good' and other films based on musicals inspired by books
Cynthia Erivo (L) and Ariana Grande arrive on the red carpet at the 'Wicked: For Good' New York premiere on Monday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI Peter Dinklage attends the premiere of the biographical comedy 'Unfrosted' in 2024. He also stars in…
Brilliant' sci-fi movie on Film 4 shows 'exactly what future will look like
A terrifying glimpse into what the future could hold is airing on Film 4 tonight. Alex Garland wrote and made his directorial debut with science fiction film Ex Machina, starring the award winning actress Alicia Vikander as a humanoid robot. He had…
Miramax Strikes Accord With Qatar's Film Committee To Co-Develop Original Series & Films Kicking Off With 'Serendipity' Remake
Miramax and the Film Committee at Media City Qatar announced on Friday that they are partnering to co-develop premium film titles for audiences across the Middle East and international markets. The new accord was among a raft of partnerships…
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne Inks Multi-Year Partnership With IFFI Goa
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne has forged a major three-year partnership with the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), signing multiple memorandums of understanding aimed at deepening ties between the Australian and Indian screen…
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