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Voices from Opposition, film industry rally in Wangchuk's support
Even as his fast approached a critical stage on Thursday (July 16, 2026), Sonam Wangchuk's predicament attracted more voices of support, with Jantar Mantar's protest site seeing a massive increase in crowds as former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind…
Jerusalem Film Festival: 'Where to?' wins best Israeli feature film
Assaf Machnes's Where To? was a big winner when the prizes of the 43rd Jerusalem Film Festival were awarded on Thursday night. It took top honors in the Haggiag Competition for Full-Length Israeli Feature Films, winning the Haggiag Award for Best…
Prolific Hong Kong director Andrew Lau looks back on his most iconic films
Andrew Lau Wai-keung is one of Hong Kong's most successful – and prolific – filmmakers. Having directed more than 40 films and served as cinematographer on almost 70, his vast filmography spans triad films, psychological thrillers…
Kit Connor and Joe Locke: 'Making a film like Heartstopper will forever be important
Annabel Rackham Culture reporter Heartstopper has been described as 'a lifeline for many' young LGBTQ+ viewers and something that has 'changed countless lives' through its heartwarming depiction of the secondary school romance between Nick Nelson…
Kit Connor and Joe Locke: 'Making a film like Heartstopper will forever be important
Heartstopper has been described as 'a lifeline for many' young LGBTQ+ viewers and something that has 'changed countless lives' through its heartwarming depiction of the secondary school romance between Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring. Based on Alice…
Schoolboy's killer filmed playing with knife at school before murder
Harrowing footage showed the moment killer Mohammed Umar Khan played with a knife in the grounds of the same school where he would later fatally stab 15-year-old Harvey Willgoose. The sickening video was recorded by Umar Khan, who could be seen…
Raindance Film Festival, Israeli AI Platform IMGN Launch New Film Fund and Development Hub for Indie Filmmakers (EXCLUSIVE)
The Raindance Film Festival has unveiled a new partnership with Israeli AI creative development platform IMGN, launching an initial £10,000 ($13,394) film fund to support independent filmmakers alongside a dedicated development hub tied to…
Israeli director's October 7 film 'Our Loves' tipped for Oscars
“I genuinely believe it has Academy Award potential,” said Danny Cohen, the CEO of Access Entertainment and a producer on such high-profile films as The Zone of Interest and Conclave, when asked about how he came to join in producing…
Christopher Nolan's Odyssey used occupied land as a film set. That feels like a betrayal | Mohamed Sleiman Labat
The simple act of holding a camera in my homeland of Western Sahara can be a crime. When Sahrawi film-makers and journalists attempt to document everyday life under Moroccan occupation, they can often end up in prison cells. For the Moroccan…
Kratos Recast After Ryan Hurst Tears Bicep Filming Stunt for God of War Show, Putting Filming on Hold
Kratos suffered a big injury while filming for Amazon MGM and Sony Pictures' God of War show, with TMZ reporting that star Ryan Hurst tore his bicep, putting production on hold. Now, studios have been forced to recast the character. Sources told…
Rolex Sets the Stage for the New York Film Festival's Opening Night
Rolex is returning to the New York Film Festival this fall, with James Gray's “Paper Tiger” opening the 64th edition of the annual cinema showcase. The film will make its North American premiere Sept. 25 at Alice Tully Hall, launching…
Former adult film star left 'frozen' after rehab stay as family wins $3M settlement
A former adult film star who entered rehab seeking help for ketamine addiction will receive a $3 million settlement after a lawsuit alleged she was left permanently incapacitated following a medical emergency at a Malibu treatment center. A Los…
NY Film Festival Sets James Gray's 'Paper Tiger' as Opening Night Film
James Gray ‘s Paper Tiger will get its North American premiere as the opening night film at the 2026 New York Film Festival. The crime thriller, which is set for a gala screening on Sept. 25, stars Adam Driver, Miles Teller and Scarlett…
TIFF Film Market Unveils Eight Projects for First Innovation Hub
The TIFF market has announced the first slate of projects for its inaugural Innovation Hub, a new section of programming devoted to virtual reality, mixed reality and other immersive formats, presented by the Canada Media Fund. The first TIFF…
KPop Demon Hunters' Still Going On Netflix Film Charts A Year On
Over a year on from its release, KPop Demon Hunters ‘ viewership stats on Netflix remain golden. In the latest edition of the streamer's What We Watched report released Wednesday examining viewership in film and television from January-June…
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