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chinadaily.com.cn - Stars not the lone success factor for films - Opinion
Stars not the lone success factor for films - Opinion
中国日报网

Patrons watch a 3D IMAX movie at a theater of Wanda cinema run by Dalian Wanda Group Co. in Beijing, China, Monday, May 21, 2012.[Photo/IC] A recent list of the top 100 Chinese mainland celebrities' pay for starring in a film or TV serial has left…

gizmodo.com - Gordon Jackson - King Conan' to Begin Filming Next Year
King Conan' to Begin Filming Next Year
Gizmodo | The Future Is Here

Steven Knight boasts he's meeting with the SAS to write Amazon's James Bond. Sascha Baron Cohen teases the likelihood of Mephisto's return to the MCU. And “scream king” Devon Sawa joins another horror franchise with Adam MacDonald in…

theguardian.com - Benjamin Lee - Michael Bay to direct film based on US military rescue mission in Iran
Michael Bay to direct film based on US military rescue mission in Iran
The Guardian

Michael Bay is set to direct a military drama based on the recent rescue of two US crew members who crashed in Iran. According to Deadline, the director of action films such as Armageddon and Transformers will work with Universal Pictures to bring…

mirror.co.uk - Shelley Spadoni  - Leonardo DiCaprio's incredible disappearing act at Cannes Film Festival
Leonardo DiCaprio's incredible disappearing act at Cannes Film Festival
The Mirror

Exclusive by Shelley Spadoni in Cannes He may be one of the most recognisable actors in the world but Leonardo DiCaprio has largely evaded detection during his reported sojourn at this year's Cannes Film Festival. The One Battle After Another star…

mirror.co.uk - Peter Harris - Clear verdict as Jack Ryan film Ghost War reviews drop
Clear verdict as Jack Ryan film Ghost War reviews drop
The Mirror

A new movie continuing the 'thrilling' adaptation is now streaming but fans have been warned. Despite the final season of Prime Video' s Jack Ryan series releasing back in 2023, a follow up has just landed on the service. The streamer has just…

mirror.co.uk - Mark Jefferies - Billy Joel blasts new film about his life as 'professionally misguided
Billy Joel blasts new film about his life as 'professionally misguided
The Mirror

Billy Joel has blasted plans to bring his life to the big screen in a new film as “legally and professionally misguided'. The iconic performer, 77, known as the ‘Piano Man' is the subject of new movie Billy & Me which will chart his…

mirror.co.uk - Samantha Masters - Richard Madeley 'almost thrown out' of filming as he describes 'horror' show
Richard Madeley 'almost thrown out' of filming as he describes 'horror' show
The Mirror

Richard Madeley has revealed that he and his team were almost thrown out while filming his new show on the first day, following what he described as 'a tricky' encounter with prison guards. In his latest career venture, the 70-year-old explored a…

theguardian.com - Benjamin Lee - Jeff Bezos defends Amazon's controversial $40m Melania film as 'a good business decision'
Jeff Bezos defends Amazon's controversial $40m Melania film as 'a good business decision'
The Guardian

Jeff Bezos has defended Amazon's controversial Melania documentary as “a good business decision” while denying any personal involvement. The Amazon founder and executive chairman was asked about the film during an interview on CNBC…

independent.co.uk - Mike Bedigan - Jeff Bezos defends Melania Trump's Amazon film as 'good business decision'
Jeff Bezos defends Melania Trump's Amazon film as 'good business decision'
The Independent

Jeff Bezos defended Amazon 's investment in the documentary movie 'Melania,' which received overwhelmingly negative reviews, insisting it was a 'good business decision' for the company. Bezos denied personal involvement in the movie's production…

wwd.com - Julia Teti - Helena Christensen Goes Goth at the Cannes Film Festival
Helena Christensen Goes Goth at the Cannes Film Festival
WWD

Helena Christensen took runway inspiration from Roberto Cavalli ‘s latest collection for her red carpet look at the “Amarga Navidad,” or “Bitter Christmas,” premiere during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday…

motherjones.com - David Corn - Before you invest in crypto, watch this film
Before you invest in crypto, watch this film
Mother Jones

A version of the below article first appeared in David Corn's newsletter, Our Land. The newsletter comes out twice a week (most of the time) and provides behind-the-scenes stories and articles about politics, media, and culture. Subscribing costs…

deadline.com - Justin Kroll - Matt Damon To Star In The Daniels' Next Film
Matt Damon To Star In The Daniels' Next Film
Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: Even though their adaptation of The Odyssey doesn't open for another two months, Universal Pictures and Matt Damon look to have found their next big adventure. While a deal isn't done, sources tell Deadline that Damon is in talks to star…

mirror.co.uk - Emilia Randall - Zoo used in Harry Potter films forced to close after 50 years and rehome animals
Zoo used in Harry Potter films forced to close after 50 years and rehome animals
The Mirror

A much-loved Cotswolds zoo, whose exotic animals have starred in a number of iconic British films and television productions, has shut its doors for good. The zoo, described as 'the only kind in the world,' sadly closed in March, according to This…

theweek.com - Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK - The best films at Cannes Festival
The best films at Cannes Festival
The Week

Cannes has recently become a “launchpad for Hollywood blockbusters” from “Top Gun: Maverick” to “Killers of the Flower Moon”, said The Times. But in its 79th year, a “strange thing has…

koreatimes.co.kr - Baek Byung-yeul - Yeon Sang-ho challenges AI era with zombie film 'Colony'
Yeon Sang-ho challenges AI era with zombie film 'Colony'
The Korea Times

Director Yeon Sang-ho, who made his feature debut with the acclaimed 2011 animated film 'The King of Pigs,' has long been recognized by audiences for exploring human nature across various genres. His fans often point to his unstoppable work ethic…

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