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Anne Robinson confirms she is dating Queen Camilla’s ex-husband Andrew Parker Bowles

Anne Robinson confirms she is dating Queen Camilla’s ex-husband Andrew Parker Bowles - ‘Mind your own business,’ Robinson says

Made In India: The World's Biggest Film Industry Hasn't Had A Film In The Cannes Competition Since 1994 … Until Now

The first iteration of the Cannes Film Festival, planned for 1939, was scuppered when Germany invaded Poland to trigger the start of World War II. But when the festival finally got off the ground in 1946, Indian cinema came out swinging. Mounted shortly after the conclusion of the war, the first “real” Cannes Film Festival […]

Dabney Coleman Dies: ‘Tootsie,' ‘9 to 5' And ‘Mary Hartman' Actor Was 92

Emmy-winner Dabney Coleman — whose six-decade career included a sterling run of hit movies in the ’80s such as 9 to 5, On Golden Pond and Tootsie and whose TV work included everything from Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman to Yellowstone — has died, according to TMZ. He was 92. Coleman’s career began with appearances on early-’60s TV staples such […]

Long Week? ‘The Voices' Is the Rare Midnight Movie Better Enjoyed Alone

Starring Ryan Reynolds as a sweetheart serial killer, this fantastical scary movie got solid reviews out of Sundance 2014 but lives on as a tragicomic shocker perfect for streaming solo.

‘IF' Lighter At $30M+, ‘Strangers: Chapter 1' Stronger At $12M, ‘Back To Black' Goes Belly-Up At $3M – Saturday Box Office Update

SATURDAY AM EARLY: IF is looking at $30.5M opening this weekend after a $10M Friday + previews, at 4,041 theaters and while that might scream lower than expected on the surface since it’s below its $40M projections, triple note, it’s a PG-rated live-action film. There’s a reason why they haven’t been greenlit in a while, […]

Brazilian Producer Maria Farinha Films Takes Minority Stake in ‘The White Helmets' Production Company Violet Films (EXCLUSIVE)

Brazilian social impact entertainment company Maria Farinha Films has taken a minority stake in Joanna Natasegara’s London-based production company Violet Films, which is known for high-profile docs such as "White Helmets," "Virunga," "The Edge of Democracy" and Prince Harry’s Netflix series “Invictus.” Leonardo DiCaprio and Barry Jenkins are involved as producer and writer, respectively, in […]

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Season 2: Release Date, Trailer, Cast

It’s time to dust off those swords. Prime Video has confirmed The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season two release date as 29 August 2024. The latest premiere information arrived alongside a stunning first teaser trailer for the upcoming season of the Tolkien TV series adaptation, which was reportedly Prime Video’s ‘most expensive’ production ever. […]

Chris Hemsworth leant into his Furiosa character’s commonality with dictators

Chris Hemsworth leant into his Furiosa character’s commonality with dictators - The Australian actor said on paper, his character was ‘quite layered’.

WDFNL football: Nirranda team song round 7

Watch as Nirranda sing the song after a 75-point win against Allansford on Saturday.

Famous white actors controversially cast in non-white roles

The casting choices in Hollywood have sparked controversy in recent years due to the frequent selection of white actors to portray characters of different races, a practice commonly referred to as "whitewashing." Despite the public outcry over actors of color being considered to play fictional heroes like Spider-Man or James Bond, there has been minimal backlash when white actors portray real-life characters of color. Throughout their careers, numerous white stars have assumed non-white roles on screen. Click on to discover who they are.

After Life actor overwhelmed by social media love

Ethan Lawrence says "we run the risk of having an enormous brain drain in this industry".

Shia LaBeouf’s new film debuts with terrible score on Rotten Tomatoes

The epic sci-fi has firmly divided critics.

Dame Hinewehi Mohi to be inducted into NZ Music Hall of Fame

She's known for her decades-long contribution to waiata Māori, music therapy, and reimagining popular English songs in Māori.

‘Succession's' Nicholas Braun in Talks to Join Ruben Ostlund's ‘The Entertainment System Is Down' (EXCLUSIVE)

“Succession” star Nicholas Braun is in talks to star in Ruben Östlund’s “The Entertainment System Is Down.” Keanu Reeves, Kirsten Dunst and Daniel Brühl are already on board the buzzy satire. “The Entertainment System Is Down” is one of the sexiest packages being shopped at the Cannes Film Market, where the Coproduction Office has launched […]

Studiocanal Rolls Out German Trilogy ‘Woodwalkers'; Execs Talk Ambitions For New Franchise – Cannes Market

EXCLUSIVE: Studiocanal has been rolling out sales on the first instalment of Germany-language film trilogy Woodwalkers in Cannes. A joint production between Blue Eyes Fiction and Studiocanal Germany, it is one the most ambitious German-language productions to date for both partners. The franchise is adapted from the best-selling novels by German writer Katja Brandis about […]

Aaron Eckhart Returning for Canine Action Thriller Sequel ‘Muzzle: City of Wolves' (EXCLUSIVE)

Aaron Eckhart (“The Dark Knight,” “Sully”) is set to return to the “Muzzle” universe in action thriller “Muzzle: City of Wolves.” The actioner marks the sequel to “Muzzle” and will be directed by John Stalberg Jr. (Lionsgate's “Crypto”), who also directed the first installment. Jacob Michael King (“Caviar”) wrote the script from a story by Carlyle Eubank (“The Signal”) and Stalberg Jr. In […]

Girls Aloud kick off reunion tour dedicated to late bandmate

Girls Aloud have taken to the stage for the first gig of their reunion tour with emotional tributes to their late bandmate Sarah Harding.

Which James Bond theme song is the best Bond theme song?

Excluding any theme songs that aren't canon to the original series, here is a ranking of the Bond theme songs from weakest to best.

From ‘Billions’ to Broadway: How Acting ‘Saved’ Corey Stoll

As the chit-chatting, bicycling, late spring afternoon life of Brooklyn’s Prospect Park swirled around us, Corey Stoll excitedly spoke about the need to be reminded multiple times a day of his own mortality. “My favorite app is called WeCroak,” the actor said, smiling wide, holding his smartphone up. “Five times a day it sends you an alert that says, ‘Don’t forget, you’re going to die.’ It’s the best thing. Inevitably, it pings while I’m in the...

‘Goodbye Julia,' ‘Four Daughters' Stand Out at Critics Awards for Arab Films Handed Out in Cannes

Sudanese first-timer Mohamed Kordofani's "Goodbye Julia," a timely morality tale that takes place just before the 2011 secession of South Sudan, has won top awards for both fest feature film and best screenplay at the eighth edition of the Critics Awards for Arab Films that will be handed out today at the Plage des Palmes […]

Doctor Who: Boom review – A bit of a damp squib only saved by brilliant performances

Doctor Who: Boom review – A bit of a damp squib only saved by brilliant performances - 2/5 This episode wrestles with chunky themes – the dangers of AI, religious extremism, and the parasitic wickedness of the arms industry. But the execution is wishy-washy

Who is John Rebus, the hero of Ian Rankin’s detective novels?

Who is John Rebus, the hero of Ian Rankin’s detective novels? - Over 29 books, turns out we’ve learned quite a lot

‘Eephus' First Look: Frederick Wiseman Joins ‘Uncut Gems' Reunion for '90s Baseball Dramedy

Exclusive: Cinematographer Carson Lund's feature directorial debut will premiere during the Directors' Fortnight.

Adria Arjona, Edgar Ramirez to Co-Star in Jayro Bustamante's Dystopian Thriller ‘El Sombreron'

Adria Arjona (“Andor,” “Hit Man”) and Edgar Ramirez, the Golden Globe-nominated actor of “American Crime Story” and “Carlos,” have been tapped to star in “El Sombreron,” a dystopian thriller from Jayro Bustamante, the acclaimed director of “La Llorona” (2019) and “Ixcanul” (2015). The feature is to be launched at Cannes by the Match Factory, which […]

Jacob Elordi Skips Cannes as Crying Paul Schrader Accepts 4-Minute Standing Ovation for ‘Oh, Canada'

Paul Schrader shed tears as his new film “Oh, Canada” earned a four-minute standing ovation at Cannes Film Festival on Friday night. Jacob Elordi was notably absent from the premiere, possibly because he is filming Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein,” in which he stars as The Monster. After the ovation finished, Schrader addressed Elordi not being […]

Ben Stiller, James Woods, John Ales and More Pay Tribute to Dabney Coleman: "Complicated, Hilarious Genius"

Ben Stiller, James Woods, John Ales and more Hollywood notables have taken to social media to pay tribute to Dabney Coleman, who died at 92. The legendary comic actor known for his roles in 9 to 5, Tootsie and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, died Thursday at his Santa Monica home, his daughter, singer Quincy Coleman, told The Hollywood Reporter. […]

How the Death of David Cronenberg's Wife of 43 Years Inspired ‘The Shrouds': ‘Grief Is Forever'

David Cronenberg is returning to Cannes with “The Shrouds,” the story of an industrialist named Karsh, who invents a controversial technology that allows grieving families to see inside the graves of their loved ones with high-resolution cameras. It’s a film that defies easy categorization. This being a Cronenberg production, there are elements of body horror, […]

What’s on TV tonight: Doctor Who, Rebus, Prince George: A King for the Future and more

Saturday 18 May Doctor Who BBC One, 6.50pm A regular gun for hire under Russell T Davies since the 2005 revival, Steven Moffat of course took the reins of Doctor Who for the Matt Smith and Peter Capaldi years, and here writes his first episode since 2017. Counterintuitively, it calls upon Ncuti Gatwa to suppress his natural energy and vitality when...

10 most watched movies on Netflix from last week

10 most watched movies on Netflix from last week

‘Harry Potter' Star Tom Felton to Topline $15 Million Action/Sci-Fi Film ‘Altered' (EXCLUSIVE)

Tom Felton, best-known for his role as Draco Malfoy in the “Harry Potter” franchise, is to star in the $15 million action/sci-fi film “Altered,” alongside Richard Brake (“Game of Thrones,” “Barbarian,” “Mayor of Kingstown”), Igor Jijikine (“Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull”), Aggy Adams (“The Witcher”) and Liza Bugulova. The film is […]

Gossip: Cherries in four-way fight for Clarke-Salter

Bournemouth, Burnley and Crystal Palace are likely to be able to offer QPR defender Jake Clarke-Salter higher wages than Celtic in the battle for his signature, but the Scottish champions hope Champions League football will be enough to tempt the 26-year-old. (Football Insider) Want more transfer stories? Read Saturday's full gossip column

‘Universal Language' Review: Matthew Rankin Channels the Best of Iranian Cinema in Absurdist Canadian Comedy

In the Canadian cities of Montreal and Winnipeg, a futile tension exists between French and English speakers - doubly silly, since the country is officially bilingual. In his gently satirical "Universal Language," writer-director Matthew Rankin imagines a rather fanciful solution, where Farsi is now the region's dominant tongue. Taking his cues from such Iranian classics […]

Jeremy Renner Recalls Falling Asleep Filming ‘Mayor of Kingstown' After Accident: "Worked Me Too Hard"

Jeremy Renner is sharing some unexpected physical challenges he faced once he returned to filming Mayor of Kingstown following his devastating snowplow accident. The actor went back to work on season three of his Paramount+ drama one year after being run over by a snowcat at his home in Reno, Nevada, on Jan. 1, 2023. […]

John Oates talks ‘Reunion’ and the likelihood of one with Daryl Hall

It was 1974 when John Oates and Daryl Hall first landed on the Billboard Hot 100 with their hit single “She’s Gone.”

Cannes Hidden Gem: A Filmmaking Prodigy Offers a Paean to the Wonders of Childhood in ‘My Sunshine'

Japanese director Hiroshi Okuyama is only 28 years old, but his feature filmmaking to date has been suffused by the desire to reach back into the past at the elusive sensibilities of youth. Okuyama announced himself as something of a prodigy - he writes, directs, edits and serves as his own cinematographer on his films - when his […]

'Viva Las Vegas' stars Elvis Presley, Ann-Margret's romance ‘couldn’t last’: 4 bombshells as movie turns 60

"Viva Las Vegas," starring Ann-Margret and Elvis Presley, is celebrating its 60th anniversary. Here is a look at stories from the set, including a romance, a jealous star and a deleted scene.

Cannes: Kiefer Sutherland Set for Action Thriller ‘Sierra Madre' (Exclusive)

Kiefer Sutherland is set to star in action thriller Sierra Madre. The story centers on Sutherland’s Captain Jordan Wright and his squadron, who are granted leave from their mission to attend a crewmate's wedding in Mexico. While there, festivities are interrupted by a murderous cartel, and, as Jordan attempts to lead his remaining men to […]

Rafe Spall: ‘Men’s bodies in film give an unrealistic idea of masculinity’

Rafe Spall: ‘Men’s bodies in film give an unrealistic idea of masculinity’ - THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The actor talks to Charlotte O’Sullivan about objectification, weight loss, the return of family sitcom ‘Trying’ and how acting with his co-star Esther Smith ‘elevates the show’ for him

Jo Wood: The Rolling Stones won’t happen again – It’s not wild enough now

Jo Wood has a sign hanging up in the kitchen: “Glam-ma,” it says. “A glamorous woman with grandchildren who is too young and fabulous to be called Grandma.” It feels appropriate. At 69, the model, entrepreneur and former Mrs Ronnie Wood has 10 grandchildren, to whom she seems devoted – when we speak, a gaggle of grandsons is about to arrive for the...

Doctor Who, episode 3, spoiler-free review: Steven Moffat’s explosive return is a bit of a dud

Episode three of the new Doctor Who (BBC One/Disney+) is called Boom, but a more accurate title would be Pffft. It consists of Ncuti Gatwa’s Time Lord standing on a landmine for half an hour while crying. Boom is written by former Doctor Who showrunner Steven Moffat, who has returned to the Whoniverse for one week only. It is an abrupt change in to...

20 recording artists who reinvented themselves early in their career

All musicians need time to hone their craft and find themselves as human beings. In the course of doing so, they sometimes release really embarrassing albums that are wildly different from what made them famous.

The tragic story of Gino Mäder, cycling's next big star

Cannes Classics Title ‘The Churning': Inside the Restoration of 1976 Indian Masterpiece

The restored version of Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal’s 1976 masterpiece “Manthan” (“The Churning”) is screening at the Cannes Film Festival’s Cannes Classics strand. Shot by DoP Govind Nihalani in rural Gujarat, western India, the film is produced by 500,000 farmers who contributed towards its making, under the banner Gujarat Milk Co-Op Marketing Federation Ltd. The […]

Lisa Armstrong 'will battle her ex-husband Ant McPartlin for custody of their Labrador'

Lisa Armstrong 'will battle her ex-husband Ant McPartlin for custody of their Labrador' - Dog has been bone of contention after pair divorced in 2018

Gladiator's Giant to star in city's panto

The strongman is among the first famous faces to be announced for the Grand Theatre production.

Mark Damon, B-movie heartthrob, spaghetti Western cowboy and later indie movie mogul – obituary

Mark Damon, who has died aged 91, enjoyed two bites at the Hollywood cherry, first as a toothy B-movie performer, then as a financier and producer of several worldwide hits, including Das Boot (1981) and The Lost Boys (1987). His company Producers Sales Organization rethought the way films were sold internationally; initiating the now-standard prac...

The 20 best films about pilots

Sure, most of these movies are something we’d never want to watch on a plane, but they are worthwhile films about pilots. Here are some of our favorites.

3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (May 17-19)

Looking for some good films to watch on Netflix this weekend? Then stream these underrated movies starring The Fall Guy's Emily Blunt, Mark Strong, and more.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Megalopolis red carpet at Cannes 2024: the best looks

The latest film by Francis Ford Coppola, 'Megalopolis', drew a famous crowd at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024. The film is an over-the-top parable about the fall of the US Empire with parallels to Ancient Rome. Critics haven't been all too kind to the movie that stars Adam Driver, but Hollywood stars shone on the red carpet for its premiere. Have a look at Aubrey Plaza, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jon Voight, Teyana Taylor, and other beautiful stars.

Trump and Melania attend Barron’s graduation after she failed to show at hush money trial

Trump and Melania attend Barron’s graduation after she failed to show at hush money trial - Former president and first lady attended ceremony in Palm Beach, Florida after judge overseeing Trump’s criminal trial granted permission for him to be there