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SNAPSHOT | Finas probes cartel claims in film industry; 'retract posts on Unisel response
KINI SNAPSHOT | What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm. 9pm…
Deauville American Film Festival Reveals Industry Lineup
The Deauville American Film Festival has revealed the lineup for the industry section of its 2026 edition. The Deauville Industry Days sidebar, taking place over two days at the festival being held at the French seaside town, will incorporate…
Céline Sciamma, Teona Strugar Mitevska among filmmakers calling for gender overhaul of the European film industry
Female filmmakers called for equal distribution of regional European film funds between female and male filmmakers, as well as crews to have a 50:50 gender split at the Sarajevo Film Festival last week, The Sister Sister initiative was launched at…
Orlando Bloom to Be Honored During Venice Film Festival With Filming Italy Award
Orlando Bloom, who will be attending the Venice Film Festival as part of the cast of Warner Herzog's competition title “ Bucking Fastard,” is set to be feted on the Lido with the Filming Italy International Award from Filming Italy…
Simon Cowell health update as surgery throws filming into chaos
Simon Cowell is set to undergo more surgery on his back - throwing America's Got Talent filming into chaos. The X Factor supremo, 66, suffered a nasty fall from a new electric bike he was testing at his house in Malibu back in 2020, and needed…
Film fans aren't holding back on Jason Statham's new movie Mutiny
The verdict is finally in for Jason Statham 's action thriller Mutiny. Mutiny landed in UK cinemas last week, and since then, filmgoers have been heading to watch the movie directed by Jean-François Richet. The 90-minute offering follows…
TikTok driving: What are the laws behind filming yourself behind the wheel
Social media companies have been told to take down videos showing people driving the wrong way down roads, following two fatal accidents. Five young men and two police officers were killed when a Volkswagen Passat – which had been pursued by…
Elvis Presley's former film co-star Shelley Fabares dies as tributes flood in
Shelley Fabares has died at the age of 82 following a brief illness. The actress - who was married to M*A*S*H star Mike Farrell 0 starred in the likes of Coach and the Donna Reed Show, whilst also appearing opposite Elvis Presley in three films…
The Chinese Mulholland Drive? Why 'so bad it's good' film Niu Lai is special
Initially derided by audiences for its poor quality, Niu Lai – a home-made, micro-budget animated feature film – has become a cultural sensation in China, one that is being belatedly championed for its wholesome messaging and lo-fi…
Man who died in Middlesbrough car crash filmed himself joyriding
One of the seven men killed in a “ devastating ” car crash near Middlesbrough on Saturday had previously shared videos of himself joyriding on social media. Jakub Matusiak, 23, had been in a vehicle that struck a police car after it…
Why No New Tamil Films Will Be Released In Tamil Nadu Theatres From September 1
Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed Tamil Film Producers Council and Active Producers Association halt new Tamil film releases from Sept 1 Shooting and post-production for Tamil films will also stop from September 1, 2026 Distributors and…
Filmmaker Curtis Nichouls dies, remembered for work to grow Mississippi's film industry
Updated: 6:55 AM CDT Aug 24, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Filmmaker Curtis Nichouls dies, remembered for work to grow Mississippi's film industry Updated: 6:55 AM CDT Aug 24, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ JACKSON, Miss. — A…
Busan Unveils 23-Film Vision Section Lineup
The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has unveiled 23 Korean and Asian independent films for its Vision section, split into 12 titles under Vision-Korea and 11 under Vision-Asia. The Vision section grew out of Korean Cinema Today…
The Intern' remake to offer fresh Korean twist on hit Hollywood film
Remaking a beloved Hollywood film was a daunting task, but director Kim Do-young focused on highlighting the unique charm of her Korean cast and adapting the story to reflect modern Korean sentiment. Speaking during a press conference in Seoul on…
How the New American Repertory Boom Is Reinventing the Asian Film Canon
Over the past few years, repertory exhibition has become one of the fastest-growing trends in American film distribution. Yet beyond the rising number of restorations back in theaters, another shift has quietly taken place: Asian cinema is now one…
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