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From teen drama to Attenborough: This weekend's BEST shows and films
The much-delayed third series of the star-making HBO drama The much-delayed third series of the HBO youth drama that launched multiple Hollywood careers – Zendaya, Jacob Elordi and Sydney Sweeney to name but three – has finally…
Unflinching' film with Harry Potter star has new streaming home
Fans are going to love this new dark romantic comedy-drama film. The movie Pillion only hit cinemas last year, but it has already been released on at least two platforms. Not only is it available to those with a standalone subscription to the…
Producer backs pitch for major film studio in Port Kembla
A community push to locate NSW's second major film studio in the city of Wollongong has been backed by prominent Australian film producer Ian Collie. A group of residents and politicians is advocating for land at the Port Kembla steelworks to be…
England's oldest ancient woodland used as filming location for major franchises
You don't need a ticket to Hollywood to immerse yourself in movie magic, but simply a visit to a UK ancient woodland. Situated between the Rivers Wye and Severn in Gloucestershire and on the Welsh border, is the enchanting Forest of Dean, one of…
David Jonsson and Tom Blyth discuss authenticity in new film 'Wasteman'
David Jonsson and Tom Blyth lead the directorial debut of Cal McMau, 'Wasteman,' which tells the story of Taylor (Jonsson), a soon-to-be parolee whose hopes of getting out are quickly put at risk when his new cellmate, Dee (Blyth), arrives.
80s film legend makes rare appearance for movie comeback after quitting fame
Film fans were “gasping” with excitement after 80s movie legend Rick Moranis returned to the spotlight in Las Vegas, promoting his upcoming Spaceballs sequel. The 72-year-old starred in Ghostbusters, Honey I Shrunk The Kids, Little…
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Sun Pharma releases new brand film with RCB during IPL 2026
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries has released a new brand film as part of its ongoing association with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The film builds on Sun Pharma's role as principal sponsor and health partner of the team and draws parallels between…
Avengers: Doomsday to Top Gun 3 - Hollywood studios preview their new films at CinemaCon
Steven McIntosh, Paul Glynn and Ian Youngs, Culture reporters Some of the most hotly anticipated films of the next couple of years have been previewed at the annual gathering of the cinema industry, CinemaCon, in Las Vegas this week. The event…
Mother Mary' and 5 other films, TV series mixing music and horror
April 17 (UPI) -- Mother Mary, a new psychological thriller film starring Anne Hathaway as a famous pop star, opens in theaters Friday. The movie follows singer Mary (Hathaway) and costume designer Sam (Michaela Coel), estranged best friends who…
Avengers: Doomsday to Top Gun 3 - Hollywood studios preview their new films at CinemaCon
Some of the most hotly anticipated films of the next couple of years have been previewed at the annual gathering of the cinema industry, CinemaCon, in Las Vegas this week. The event gives fans and cinema owners a glimpse of the biggest movies…
Taraji P. Henson Says 'I Still Haven't Booked a Franchise Film,' but Tyrese 'Booked Two' After They Broke Out Together: 'I've Been in the Game Almost 30 Years. No Franchise Film'
Taraji P. Henson appeared on a recent episode of Hoda Kotb's “Making Space” podcast (via People) and reflected on the moment she realized just how differently male and female actors are treated in Hollywood. The Oscar nominee got her…
Mexico's 41st Guadalajara Film Festival Opens With Fernando Eimbcke's 'Flies'
Fernando Eimbcke 's “Flies” (“Moscas”), a tender black & white drama that world premiered at the Berlinale, is set to open the 41 Guadalajara Film Festival (FICG). Having moved to a Spring date to avoid clashing with…
John Travolta and other celebrities are on the Gulf Coast filming a new musical
Imagine walking down the streets of a sleepy beachside town along the Gulf Coast and bumping into superstar John Travolta. That's what many locals in the town of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, have encountered this April, as a new film called…
Fury Erupts as Val Kilmer's Estate Announces Starring Role in AI Film Made From Beyond the Grave
Can't-miss innovations from the bleeding edge of science and tech Hollywood actors have been ringing the alarm bells over an industry that's seemingly hellbent on replacing them with AI. And the general public appears to be on their side. Last…
Horror Highlights from the 2026 Overlook Film Festival
The annual Overlook Film Festival in New Orleans celebrates horror in all its various forms. From features and short films by emerging artists and genre film mainstays, live experiences, panels, and more, the Overlook Film Festival is a horror…
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