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Film Industry Rallies Behind NAZA Directors
Film festival leaders and artists globally support Oscar-winning Israeli directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor after Israel's culture minister threatened
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Anna Kendrick and Seth Rogen Star in 'Babies,' a Comedy
The film 'Babies,' premiering at Toronto and releasing in 2027, uses comedy to explore societal pressure on couples regarding parenthood, starring Anna
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Naomi Watts Plays Suburban Nazi in 'The Housewife'
A review from the Toronto Film Festival criticizes Naomi Watts's new film 'The Housewife' as an overcooked melodrama.
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Faith review: Doherty and McAvoy power
A review of the film 'Faith,' starring Erin Doherty and James McAvoy, focusing on its intense performances and eerie narrative about a mysterious suitor.
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River horror film opens Toronto's Midnight Madness
The survival slasher River, directed by Joshua Giuliano, premiered as the opener for the Toronto film festival's Midnight Madness strand.
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Spider-Man and The Odyssey Drive Record Summer Box Office
Two summer blockbusters starring Tom Holland and Zendaya have propelled the US box office to its biggest summer season ever, with global hits also boosting
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Director Khrzhanovsky Defends Lead Actor Currentzis
Film director Ilya Khrzhanovsky, speaking at the Venice festival, declined to denounce his Greek-Russian lead actor Teodor Currentzis for not condemning
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The Uprising film review: a muddled
A review of Paul Greengrass's historical film 'The Uprising', starring Andrew Garfield, finds it a disjointed slog that fails to connect its 1381 Peasants'
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Union Town documentary exposes US delivery
Barbara Kopple's documentary 'Union Town' examines the fight to unionize app-based delivery workers for Amazon and DoorDash, highlighting their status as
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John Malkovich cancels Tel Aviv show over fabricated quote
Actor John Malkovich has pulled out of a planned performance in Israel after a PR firm falsely attributed a statement of solidarity to him.
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Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman return for Practical Magic
The sequel to the 1998 cult film reunites the original stars as the Owens witches, grappling with a generational love curse and family legacy in a new
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Elon Musk film reveals state aid, election
Alex Gibney's documentary on Elon Musk details the tech mogul's reliance on government support, his fears of civilizational collapse driving his
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Georgia O'Keeffe exhibit reveals
A new exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts highlights Georgia O'Keeffe's lesser-known architectural works, from New York skyscrapers to a New Mexico
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Zeller's 'Bunker' Disappoints at Venice Despite Star Cast
Florian Zeller's new original film 'Bunker', starring Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a critical pan.
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Gloria Steinem, Feminist Icon and Journalist, Dies at 92
Gloria Steinem, the pioneering feminist journalist and activist, has died at her New York City home aged 92. Her Instagram account announced she passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.
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Amos Gitai's Venice Film The Road to Jericho
Veteran Israeli director Amos Gitai premieres a documentary at the Venice Film Festival, using a threatened Bedouin school as a lens on the
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Hidetaka Miyazaki on The Duskbloods and Themes of Ruin
FromSoftware director Hidetaka Miyazaki discusses his new multiplayer game The Duskbloods, his thematic focus on decay and rebirth, and the philosophy
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Sharon Horgan’s Youth explores post-divorce
Sharon Horgan discusses her new HBO series Youth, inspired by her own post-divorce experience and the pressures of the 'sandwich generation', blending
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Martin McDonagh's Wild Horse Nine Critiques CIA History
Playwright and filmmaker Martin McDonagh, whose Oscar-tipped film Wild Horse Nine premiered at the Venice Film Festival, stated that the CIA's history of
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Public Record returns with New York tribute at Delacorte
Theatre-makers Emily Lim and Dan Canham bring a community-driven live performance to Central Park’s Delacorte Theater, drawing on workshops with over 350
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George Lucas unveils Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los
After decades of development and failed attempts in San Francisco and Chicago, George Lucas and Mellody Hobson have opened the Lucas Museum of Narrative
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Kd lang on prairie minimalism, the Vanity Fair cover
In a reader Q&A, musician kd lang discusses how the Canadian prairies shaped her art, the story behind her iconic 1993 Vanity Fair cover with Cindy
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Herzog's Chaplin Sisters Soap Opera Disappoints Critics
Werner Herzog's new film 'Bucking Fastard,' starring Rooney and Kate Mara as twins, is a disappointing fictional take on a real-life story, according to a
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Bayeux Mix's Power and Brutality on Display at British
A review details the visceral impact of viewing the Bayeux Mix at the British Museum, describing it as a masterpiece that transcends its medieval origins
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McDonagh's Wild Horse Nine pairs Rockwell and Malkovich
Martin McDonagh's new film Wild Horse Nine stars Sam Rockwell and John Malkovich as cynical CIA operatives stranded on Easter Island in 1973.
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Adéla Jergová's Prima album dissects pop
Slovakian pop star Adéla Jergová's debut album Prima critiques music industry cynicism through meta lyrics and 2000s-inspired production.
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Bowie XR Documentary Debuts at Venice Immersive
A new 3D extended reality documentary about David Bowie, featuring hundreds of unseen images, premieres at the Venice Immersive festival.
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Ridley Scott blames Paul Mescal for Gladiator II flop
A report suggests director Ridley Scott privately blamed Paul Mescal for 'Gladiator II' underperformance, citing the actor as not 'masculine enough,' a claim his team denies.
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Maggie Gyllenhaal Criticizes Film Industry Sexism
Maggie Gyllenhaal, Venice festival jury head, says a systemic problem limits financing for women directors. Only two are competing for the top prize.
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Clooney Defends Ruffalo's Merger Criticism
George Clooney defended Mark Ruffalo's criticism of the Paramount-Warner Bros merger, sharing concerns about Hollywood consolidation and job losses.
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Jewish artists defend Mark Ruffalo
Over 170 prominent Jewish artists and professionals have signed an open letter supporting actor Mark Ruffalo, dismissing accusations of antisemitism as a
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Dolly Parton's private Nashville funeral
Dolly Parton was buried in a private family ceremony at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville on Friday, her family confirmed.
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Grant Gee's new film explores Bill Evans's
Director Grant Gee's narrative feature 'Everybody Digs Bill Evans' focuses on the jazz pianist's grief-stricken months in 1961 following the death of his
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Dolly Parton's acceptance unites America
A columnist says Dolly Parton's humor, generosity, and apolitical kindness united Americans, offering lessons in unity.
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Ridley Scott plans new Alien sequel
Ridley Scott is working on a new Alien film starring Michael Fassbender's android David, separate from two other projects in development.
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Witcher 3 expansion Songs of the Past
CD Projekt Red, with partner Fool's Theory, is releasing a new Witcher 3 expansion and a free remaster in 2027, pulling a retired Geralt back into action.
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Katseye's global rise and internal struggles
The global girl group Katseye, formed via a 2023 reality show, has achieved massive commercial success in 2026 with sold-out tours and a chart-topping EP
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Erykah Badu's 'Before the World Blows': A
Erykah Badu discusses her first album in 11 years, 'Before the World Blows', her work as a doula, and her evolving artistry.
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John Oliver on Subscription-Based Smart Appliances
John Oliver discusses the rise of subscription-based business models in various industries, including music, film, and TV, beauty, food, cleaning services, and more.
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Slayyyter finds mainstream success with sold out LA shows
Slayyyter performed two sold-out shows at the Shrine in Los Angeles to support her new album, Wor$t Girl in America. The event marked a significant shift from her subcultural roots to mainstream popularity following a financially difficult previous tour.
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David Harbour Blurs Lines on Tony Stark's Fate in Avengers: Doomsday
Avengers: Doomsday star David Harbour has seemingly revealed a major Marvel secret, sparking speculation about the film's plot and Robert Downey Jr's role.
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Lambchop's Punching the Clown: A Haunting Exploration of US History
Lambchop's 17th studio album is a spectral and spellbindingly ambiguous stirring of US history, with Kurt Wagner's voice and lyrics weaving a complex narrative that is both intimate and unsettling
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The Dark Side of The Sims: Why Players Are Boycotting the Beloved Game
The Sims series has been a cultural phenomenon for over 25 years, but its recent acquisition by a group of private investors has sparked controversy among players and content creators.
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Charles Dickens' Summer Escapes
Charles Dickens' letters reveal his love for holidays and escaping London's heat
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Coyote Vs Acme: A Quirky Comedy with a Twist
A live-action-toon hybrid film that gives a new twist on the classic cartoon rivalry between Wile E Coyote and Road Runner, with a comedic take on corporate arrogance and litigation
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Paul Simon's Graceland at 40: A Pioneering Album's Enduring Legacy
Graceland, Paul Simon's iconic album, turns 40, with its eclectic blend of musical styles and genres continuing to inspire and influence artists today
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Ukrainian Publishers Seek Support After Russian Attacks Destroy Millions of Books
The Ukrainian Book Institute is calling for international support after Russian attacks destroyed around 10m books and damaged the country's book production capacity
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Weezer's Shifting Sands of Success
Weezer's new album, their 20th, marks a shift in the band's approach to songwriting, with Rivers Cuomo adopting a more strategic mindset to create music that fans want to hear
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Amy Lee: The Enduring Power of Music
Evanescence's Amy Lee reflects on her career, influences, and the impact of her music on fans