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Who will win at the Oscars? AP's film writers make their predictions
The Oscars just got more interesting. With a few late game curveballs, courtesy of the Actor Awards, the broadcast of the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 15 may have more drama and heartbreak than expected even just last week. As members of…
Paul Mescal and Harris Dickinson enjoy chips at Beatles biopic filming
Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.uk They may be the masterminds some of the most iconic songs in history. But instead of fame and fortune, it seemed that all The Beatles needed was grub, or at least that was the case for the stars of…
Best horror film of all time' leaving BBC iPlayer in a matter of days
A top-rated film adaptation of one of Stephen King's most popular novels is leaving free streaming in a matter of days. Starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, the 1990 release has an impressive 90 per cent rating from audiences while critics gave it…
Netflix acquires Ben Affleck's AI film-tech firm
March 5 (Reuters) - Netflix (NFLX) said on Thursday it has acquired InterPositive, a filmmaking technology company founded by Academy Award winner Ben Affleck that produces artificial intelligence-powered tools for movie production.
Peaky Blinders fans urged to watch these 3 key episodes before the film
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man has finally arrived in cinemas after a glitzy premiere earlier this week and will be coming to Netflix at a later date. The film marks the BBC TV drama's first big screen outing after six seasons and sees the return…
Generative AI film finalist sparks backlash against Tropfest
Filmmakers have slammed the selection of a completely AI-generated film as a finalist at the recently returned Tropfest short film festival. Tropfest's founder says the film complied with the competition's rules but was receptive of the feedback.
Europe's Animation Industry Honors 'Last Whale Singer,' Les Films du Préau, 'Allah Is Not Obliged' and 'Acorn's Adventure' at Cartoon Movie 2026
European animation celebrated its latest achievements at Cartoon Movie, the must-attend pitching and co-production forum for European animated features which concludes today in Bordeaux. Voted by industry professionals attending this 28th edition…
How is the Muslim workforce of the UK film and TV industry being supported during Ramadan?
For UK Muslims working in the fast-paced environments of film and TV sets, often on vulnerable freelance contracts, observing the fasting month of Ramadan can present challenges. Writer-directors Raisah Ahmed and Warda Mohamed both started their…
Why are today's children's books and films often so much better than adult ones?
World Book Day dawns once more, with its morning chorus of swearing and sticky tape. This year, it falls shortly before we're throwing a Harry Potter birthday party, so the living room has already surrendered to chocolate frogs and wand clay and…
Sound of Falling film review - a ghostly portrait of German girlhood over a century
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Peaky Blinders fans learn gritty true story behind series as film releases
The story of Tommy Shelby is set to come to an end this week when the feature-length film, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, is released on Friday (March 6). While the feature film isn't thought to be the end of the Peaky Blinders franchise, the…
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Birla Opus Paints' Eid film highlights the joy of family coming together
Aditya Birla Group's decorative paints brand, Birla Opus Paints, housed under Grasim Industries, has unveiled its new digital film ahead of Eid celebrations titled ‘Dil Aise Eid Manaye'. Rooted in the brand's philosophy of Duniya Ko Rang Do…
The Bride! film review - Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale are a match made in mayhem
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Where Is The Voice Filmed? All About the Iconic Location
With the level of competition going down between Coaches Adam Levine, Kelly Clarkson, and John Legend on The Voice: Battle of Champions, you might picture the season unfolding in a Roman coliseum or Vegas boxing ring. But no, the magic of The Voice…
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man film review - Cillian Murphy gets reinforcements in wartime spin-off
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