George Lucas, the creator of the iconic Star Wars franchise, was awarded the Honorary Palme d’Or at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival closing ceremony. This recognition of Lucas’ contribution to cinema was a moment of celebration for his fans, friends, and colleagues. During the ceremony, Lucas was accompanied on stage by his long-time friend and
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Gilles Lellouche’s film, Beating Hearts, made quite an impression at the Cannes press conference with one of the largest cast delegations at the festival. The cast included co-stars François Civil and Adèle Exarchopoulos, along with newcomers Mallory Wanecque and Malik Frikah. Additionally, seven other actors were present in the front row, showcasing the diversity and
Embracer Group, the owner of the Lord of the Rings intellectual property, recently reported a 15% decrease in net sales for its Entertainment & Services division in the fourth quarter of 2023. Despite this decline, the company remains optimistic about the future of the Middle-earth franchise. The overall net sales of Embracer Group fell by
Indonesia’s debut government-funded film grant, Film Matchfund, has recently announced the selection of four projects to receive financial support. This $13M annual fund, established last year at the Cannes Film Festival, aims to boost the country’s film industry by providing funding for creative and innovative projects. Selected Projects The four projects chosen to receive support
Chinese writer and director Jing Zou recently made waves in the film industry with her feature film project, A Girl Unknown, which won the top prize at the Next Step initiative of Cannes Critics’ Week. The film is a poignant exploration of the true phenomenon of generations of girls abandoned in China due to the
It seems that Michaela Coel’s plans to develop a series linked to her hit show I May Destroy You have taken a different turn. Three years ago, there was excitement among fans as it was announced that Coel was working on a new show within the universe of I May Destroy You. However, in a
In a world where social media influencers dominate our screens, A+E Media Group is delving into the dark side of this phenomenon with their new thriller series, “Influence.” This collaboration with Raw, the producers of “The Tinder Swindler,” promises to deliver a gripping narrative centered around a character known as Andrew Cosgrove, a Dadfluencer with
Ofcom has initiated the process of potentially sanctioning GB News for a breach of its code regarding impartiality during the People’s Forum show where Prime Minister Rishi Sunak answered questions from a live audience. The main concern raised by Ofcom was the failure of GB News to maintain due impartiality, a violation that the news
One of the most talked-about aspects of Francis Ford Coppola’s film Megalopolis is its innovative use of a “fourth wall moment” during the screening. This moment, where a performer interacts with the main character, Adam Driver, directly in front of the cinema screen, has sparked discussions about whether distributors will attempt to replicate this experience
Swedish filmmaker Ruben Östlund faces a daunting task as he prepares to direct his latest feature, “The Entertainment System Is Down.” He candidly expresses the challenges of producing a compelling airplane movie during a press conference at Cannes. With a star-studded cast led by Kirsten Dunst and Daniel Brühl, Östlund aims to follow up on
Tony Leung, the legendary actor from Hong Kong, has been chosen to serve as the president of the international competition at the prestigious Tokyo Film Festival this year. His appointment was announced with great excitement, as Leung brings with him a wealth of experience and a deep appreciation for Japanese cinema. In a statement regarding
SF Studios has recently announced that they are working on a new Ingmar Bergman movie, with the talented Robert Gustafsson set to portray the renowned Swedish filmmaker. This upcoming film is a political thriller that is set against the backdrop of the Swedish election year in 1976. The storyline revolves around Bergman’s arrest by the
Highland Film Group has recently announced the launch of international sales for the action-packed film Alarum, featuring Hollywood heavyweights Sylvester Stallone, Scott Eastwood, and Willa Fitzgerald. The movie, directed by Michael Polish and written by Alexander Vesha, has just completed principal photography and is set to captivate audiences worldwide with its thrilling storyline. Alarum follows
The Cannes Film Festival kicked off with a strong emphasis on female representation and empowerment. Not only did Meryl Streep receive the Honorary Palme d’Or, but Greta Gerwig also made history as the first female U.S. director to serve as jury president in the festival’s 77-year history. This emphasis on female voices set a positive
Paris-based Nour Films has made waves in the film industry by acquiring the French rights to Saudi director Tawfik Alzaidi’s debut feature film, Norah. This groundbreaking film is set to have its world premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard section, marking a historic moment for Saudi Arabian cinema. It comes just
A recent petition calling for the dismissal of Dominique Boutonnat, the President of France’s cinema board, has gained significant momentum among French industry professionals. Launched by an anonymous group of activists who claim to belong to various French industry unions, including Collectif 50/50 and CGT Spectacle, the petition has amassed over 500 signatures within its
The idea of having Liz Truss, the former UK prime minister, as a contestant on The Traitors seems both surprising and intriguing. Stephen Lambert, the executive producer of the popular reality series, believes that Truss would make a great addition to the show. Speaking at the BAFTA TV Awards, Lambert expressed his enthusiasm for having
The recent disqualification of the Dutch artist, Joost Klein, from the Eurovision Song Contest has stirred up a storm of controversy. Klein, who was considered one of the breakout stars of this year’s Contest with his song ‘Europapa’, will not be allowed to compete in the Grand Final in Malmo, Sweden. The decision came after
In a strategic move, All3Media’s Objective Media Group has made the decision to consolidate two well-known UK indies, Betty TV and Triple Brew Media, into a new, single label. This major restructure within Objective’s unscripted business will bring together the combined slate of both production companies, which includes popular shows like The Cube, Lingo, Wheeler