The Orizzonti (Horizons section) jury for the 81st Venice International Film Festival has raised eyebrows with its selection of members. While the lineup includes notable figures such as American director Debra Granik as the Chair, Iranian writer Ali Asgari, and Greek director Christos Nikou, it lacks diversity in terms of representation from different regions. This
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The legal battle between Fiona Harvey and Netflix has taken a controversial turn with the recent Emmy nominations for the hit drama Baby Reindeer. Harvey, a woman from Scotland who knew Richard Gadd, the writer and lead actor of the series, has filed a lawsuit against Netflix for defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligence,
The Thai studio GDH has recently collaborated with Bad Genius director Baz Poonpiriya to establish a new production house called BASK. This new venture aims to bring a fresh perspective on Thai and Asian culture to global audiences by working closely with U.S.-based producers. Through BASK, Poonpiriya and GDH will co-develop, co-finance, and co-produce projects
Art dealer Vito Schnabel, 37, and Russian model Helena Althof, 21, recently tied the knot in a very small and private ceremony in Old Westbury, NY. The guest list was exclusive, with notable attendees such as Rolling Stone founder Jann Wenner, Ivanka Trump, and Jared Kushner. However, Schnabel’s famous family members, including his actress sister
It has recently come to light that British producer OR Media is facing financial difficulties, including the need to lay off 14% of its workforce and the inability to pay freelancers. This situation has created chaos within the company, as current and former staff members have described a company in a precarious financial situation. The
Kate Beckinsale recently expressed her gratitude towards Britney Spears for defending her against ageist comments. In a world where women are often pitted against each other, Beckinsale’s appreciation for Spears’ support shines a light on the importance of women supporting one another in the entertainment industry. The actress took to her Instagram Story to thank
Studiocanal, a renowned Paris-based production-distribution company, is expanding its reach by launching an office in New York City. This strategic move comes as the company aims to further solidify its presence in the United States. Anne Chérel has been promoted to the role of Chief Commercial Officer to lead the operations of the NYC office.
Country star Miranda Lambert recently took to Instagram to address rumors of marriage troubles. In a post featuring her smiling alongside her husband, Brendan McLoughlin, Lambert seemed to put to rest any speculation about their relationship stemming from a video that surfaced last month. The video showed McLoughlin dancing with multiple women at Lambert’s own
Tucker Carlson, the former Fox News host, made a primetime return to the spotlight at the Republican National Convention. His speech at the GOP shindig was met with mixed reactions, as he opened his remarks sounding surprisingly different from his former conservative persona. Despite spending the past three days with the Trumps and praising the
The highly anticipated Twisters reboot, based on the 1996 Amblin feature co-written by Michael Crichton, has kicked off with an impressive $7M in preview earnings. This includes revenue from fan Imax/PLF showtimes on Wednesday night and previews starting at 5 p.m. on Thursday. The response from both critics and audiences has been overwhelmingly positive, with
In the upcoming movie Pressure, BAFTA winner Andrew Scott is set to play Group Captain James Stagg, the Allies’ Chief Meteorologist tasked with informing Supreme Commander General Eisenhower of weather conditions crucial to the success of the Normandy invasion. The film, directed by Anthony Maras, will delve into the pressure-cooker environment of decision-making in the
The highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, titled “Michael,” has garnered significant attention in the entertainment industry. Tokyo-based Kino Films recently announced a distribution deal with Lionsgate and GK Films for the film’s release in Japan. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for the Japanese audience as they anticipate the portrayal of the iconic musician’s life
Ben Affleck has reportedly been feeling overwhelmed by the drama in his relationship with Jennifer Lopez. The couple, who have been plagued by divorce rumors, recently celebrated their second wedding anniversary separately, further fueling speculation about the state of their marriage. According to a source, Ben has been left feeling down and upset about the
The creators of Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV have expressed their openness to creating a follow-up to the series, following its nomination for two Emmy Awards, one of them being Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series. The show delved into the alleged abuse suffered by former child stars of Nickelodeon series, shedding
Celebrating his 49th birthday, Carey Hart was the center of attention in his household as his wife, Pink, took to social media to share a touching tribute to mark the occasion. The couple, who have been together for almost 20 years, tied the knot in 2006 and share two children, Willow and Jameson. Pink shared
In a recent interview with The New York Times, actress Scarlett Johansson did not hold back when it came to expressing her feelings towards OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Johansson suggested that Altman would make a fitting Marvel villain, possibly with a robotic arm. The tension between the two escalated back in May when OpenAI was
Slow Horses has taken the television world by storm, snagging an impressive nine nominations for the upcoming Emmys. This marks a significant achievement for the Apple TV+ series, which has been gaining recognition since its launch in 2022. The show’s second season has been nominated for Outstanding Drama Series, showcasing the incredible talent and storytelling
Princess Andre delighted her fans by sharing the news of passing her driving theory test on Instagram. The 17-year-old fashionista posted a recent photo of herself holding a piece of paper confirming her success. In the caption, she teased her followers with “swipe for the surprise….” Not only was Princess excited about her accomplishment, but
Andy Reid, the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, has expressed his thoughts on the high-profile relationship between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. According to Reid, Kelce is well-equipped to handle the attention that comes with dating a global star like Swift. He mentioned in a recent interview that Kelce has embraced the spotlight