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Opinion | AI needs more tolerance in the film industry
When people talk about artificial intelligence in films, they are almost always met with a visceral reaction. AI and art together are often seen as a product of laziness and poor creativity. Although this can be true, AI cannot be reduced to one…
BFI London Film Festival Unveils Full Industry Forum Lineup
The BFI has unveiled its full London Film Festival Industry Forum lineup, with new additions including Danny Boyle, costume designer PC Williams, and an event with international partners on successful co-productions such as Fjord and Paper Tiger…
Star Wars' Daisy Ridley surprises Worcester Film Festival
Film festival organisers say they were left 'really surprised' after Star Wars Daisy Ridley agreed to join their judging panel. The 34-year-old - best known for playing Rey in the sci-fi franchise - agreed 'almost straight away' to get involved…
Star Wars' Daisy Ridley surprises Worcester Film Festival
Elliot Ball, West Midlands and Elliott Webb, BBC Hereford & Worcester Film festival organisers say they were left 'really surprised' after Star Wars Daisy Ridley agreed to join their judging panel. The 34-year-old - best known for playing Rey in…
Kate dazzles as she and Prince William join Tom Cruise at glitzy film premiere
The Princess of Wales pulled out all of the stops as she brought the glamour on a glamorous night out with Prince William — and Hollywood A-lister Tom Cruise. The royal couple joined the film star for the Royal Film Performance, which is…
Filipino folklore takes center stage in DreamWorks' 'Forgotten Island' film
Oscar-winning R&B singer Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson, professionally known as H.E.R., was transported back to the Filipino folktales her mother used to tell her while discussing DreamWorks' upcoming animated film 'Forgotten Island,' which arrives in…
Sir Sean Connery's family plans new film-making centre in Edinburgh
The family of Sir Sean Connery has announced plans for a new filmmaking centre in Edinburgh. It will be named after the James Bond actor, who worked as a milkman in the Scottish capital before becoming a Hollywood star. His children say they want…
National Film Awards: Yami, Kartik, Mammootty, Dhanush Honoured
The 72nd National Film Awards celebrated outstanding contributions to Indian cinema, with Yami Gautam, Kartik Aaryan, Mammootty, Dhanush, and Sanjay Mishra among the prominent winners. Yami Gautam received her first National Film Award for Best…
'The Future of Spanish Cinema Is Not About Making More Films': Atresmedia Unveils Broad Slate
SAN SEBASTIAN, Spain — Spanish theatrical audiences are concentrating around fewer films, with nearly 75% of admissions this year going to just 10 local titles despite more than 275 Spanish films being released, according to Atresmedia Cine…
72nd National Film Awards: Yami Gautam Honoured With Best Actress For Article 370
In a milestone moment for her cinematic journey, actress Yami Gautam was honoured with her first-ever National Film Award for Best Actress for her powerful performance in the political thriller ‘Article 370.' Radiating grace and gratitude…
Former Cinecittà Chief Nicola Maccanico Appointed CEO of Rainbow Group's Colorado Film
Former Cinecittà Studios chief Nicola Maccanico has been appointed CEO of Rome-based production shingle Colorado Film. The company is owned and operated by Italy's Rainbow Group, led by Iginio Straffi, creator of the hit “Winx…
NEW YORK: A Documentary Film
Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, Sept. 21, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV Explore the story of New York from the end of the 20th century through the first quarter of the 21st, and witness an epic portrait of…
Film studios shun women but men make them less money, report shows
A new report shows films written by women make the most money but the budget often goes to male filmmakers. The Frontiers in Communication paper analysed 200,000 films released between 1994 and 2023. Experts say creative women should be given more…
Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions and Universal Film Team With American Cinematheque and Beyond Fest for 'No Drama' Initiative (EXCLUSIVE)
Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions is gearing up for the second edition of its “ No Drama ” filmmaker initiative, presented in partnership with Universal Film. The global initiative — developed by Universal's Filmmaker &…
Princess Kate dazzles on red carpet as she and William join celebrities at film premiere
The Prince and Princess of Wales have arrived for the film premiere of Digger The Prince and Princess of Wales arrived at the charity premiere of the new Tom Cruise movie, Digger, to loud cheers on Tuesday night. The royal couple, who have ignored…
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