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Bonhams to Auction ‘Downton Abbey’ Costumes, Props Ahead of Final Film Release
BACK IN TIME: Attention all “Downton Abbey” fans who are finding it hard to say farewell to the franchise. To coincide with the release of…
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Locarno Entry ‘Phantoms of July,’ From Rising German Director Julian Radlmaier, Picked-Up by Bendita Film Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Locarno main competition title “Phantoms of July,” the latest from fast-rising German director Julian Radlmaier, has been picked up for…
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Chloé Resort 2026: Girls on Film
You could get lost in Chemena Kamali’s fascinating, dense mood boards for Chloé, which typically stretch across several boards, and for…
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‘Superman’ First Reactions Say Film ‘Soars’ as a ‘Thrilling Start’ to James Gunn’s DC Universe; David Corenswet Is ‘Exceptional’ Sharing ‘Off The Charts’ Chemistry With Rachel Brosnahan
The social media embargo for James Gunn‘s “Superman” has been lifted, bringing with it the first reactions from members of the film press.…
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Dakota Johnson’s Mugler Dress and Sparkling Diamonds Command the 2025 Karlovy Vary Film Festival Red Carpet
Dakota Johnson was honored at the 2025 edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic, on…
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Oasis Documentary Given Guidance From U.K. Film Ratings Body Over Inclusion of ‘Cigarettes’ and ‘Alcohol’
A new Oasis documentary about the recently-reformed rockers has landed guidance from the British ratings board that some quarters of the…
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‘F1’ Overtakes ‘Napoleon’ as Apple’s Highest-Grossing Film With $293 Million
When it comes to Apple’s biggest films, “F1: The Movie” has officially moved to pole position. “F1” has generated $293 million at the…
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Bill Nighy, Mathew Horne, WWE’s Jordynne Grace Board Fantasy Film ‘Welcome to Paradise’ (EXCLUSIVE)
British thespian Bill Nighy and “Gavin & Stacey” star Mathew Horne have joined the cast of genre-bending fantasy feature “Welcome to…
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Peter Sarsgaard Calls for Unity in a Divided America at Karlovy Vary Film Festival Opening: ‘There Is No Going It Alone’
Actors Peter Sarsgaard and Vicky Krieps were honored at the opening of the 59th edition of the Karlovy Vary Film Festival Friday, with…
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What Abidjan’s SICA Market Said About the Future for African Film, TV
The third edition of the International Salon for Audiovisual Content (SICA) wrapped last week, bringing together creators, government…
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‘The Bear’ EP Joanna Calo Gives Writer Scott Frank a Shoutout While Accepting Nantucket Film Festival Award: ‘Smartest Writer That Ever Lived’
At the 2025 Nantucket Film Festival, Joanna Calo was one of the three writers honored during the event’s signature celebration,…
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Financing Film and TV Isn’t What It Used to Be
The financing of film and TV production has changed dramatically compared with how it was in previous decades. And no one knows that…
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‘Broken Voices’ Debuts Trailer Ahead of World Premiere at Karlovy Vary Film Festival
The trailer has debuted for Ondřej Provazní’s psychological drama “Broken Voices,” which has its world premiere in the main competition at…
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’A World Unscripted’: Inside the Amman Film Festival With Its Distinctive Mission
While many regional festivals are racing for premieres and photo ops, the Amman International Film Festival quietly follows a different…
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AI is controversial in Hollywood. For China's film business, it's no holds barred
Hollywood’s relationship with artificial intelligence is fraught, as studios balance the need to cut costs with growing concerns from…
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How Did Shefali Jariwala Die? Indian Film Actress and Model Dies Aged 42 as Police Launch Probe into Sudden Death
Indian actress and model Shefali Jariwala has died at the age of 42, sparking a wave of heartfelt tributes from fans and the Bollywood…
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Steven Spielberg Debuts Nail-Biting Action Footage From New Film at Emotional Universal Theater Dedication
Steven Spielberg is never going to retire. The legendary filmmaker promised this on Thursday night in Los Angeles, speaking at an intimate…
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Artists Equity Inks Overall Theatrical Film Agreement With Sony Pictures
Artists Equity, the independent studio founded by Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and Gerry Cardinale, has signed an overall theatrical feature…
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‘My Neighbor Totoro’ Returns to Theaters for Studio Ghibli Fest
Totoro is making his way back onto the big screen. As part of GKIDS and Fathom Entertainment’s Studio Ghibli Fest, “My Neighbor Totoro”…
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James Bond: Denis Villeneuve to direct next 007 film
Denis Villeneuve, the Oscar nominated French-Canadian filmmaker, will direct the next James Bond film, Amazon MGM Studios has announced.…
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Denis Villeneuve to Direct James Bond Film at Amazon
Denis Villeneuve will direct the next James Bond film, Amazon MGM Studios has revealed. Villeneuve will also serve as executive producer,…
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Glory and Gore in “Afternoons of Solitude”
You don’t have to like bullfighting to watch “Afternoons of Solitude” with fascination, any more than you have to like crime to enjoy a…
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Mahershala Ali Still Wants to Film ‘Blade’: ‘Call Marvel, Let Them Know I’m Ready’
It’s been nearly six years since Mahershala Ali stepped out onstage during Marvel Studios‘ Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic-Con,…