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Ashizawa Akiko Wins Pierre Angénieux Tribute at Cannes
Veteran cinematographer Ashizawa Akiko, a pioneer for women behind the camera, delivered a masterclass and was honored with the Pierre Angénieux Tribute at Cannes. Her career, from early mentorship un
‘White Lotus’ Generated $36.5 Million in Thailand Spending and 300% Tourism Surge, Trade Chief Says
Thailand is turning film incentives into a catalyst for tourism and investment, as HBO’s “White Lotus” sparked $36.5 million in local spend and a 300 % booking surge. The success underlines a broader
Tove Lo and Slayyyter Drive Trash‑Pop Surge
A wave of hedonistic, 'trash‑pop' female pop stars—led by Tove Lo, Slayyyter, Charli XCX, and Kesha—are reshaping pop music with brash lyrics, maximalist production, and a reclaimed 'white‑trash' aest
Sompot Chidgasornpongse Debuts 9 Temples to Heaven
Thai filmmaker Sompot Chidgasornpongse launches his feature debut, the ensemble road‑movie ‘9 Temples to Heaven,’ at Cannes’ Directors’ Fortnight, exploring a family’s one‑day pilgrimage and generatio
Clio Barnard's 'I See Buildings' Debuts at Cannes
Clio Barnard’s latest feature, “I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning”, follows five working‑class friends navigating addiction, housing precarity and class tension in Birmingham. Premiering in Cannes’
Colbert’s Finale: Paul McCartney Turns Off Lights
After weeks of headlines about Trump’s Iran ceasefire and tight U.S. energy supplies, Stephen Colbert’s final “The Late Show” delivered a high‑profile cultural send‑off, featuring Paul McCartney, who
From Japanese ramen to Thai sauces: Russia’s appetite for Asian food grows amid sanctions, pop culture
While sanctions and the war dominate headlines, Russia’s home front is seeing a culinary shift: Asian cuisine is booming, with ramen shops up 41% since 2023 and South Korean instant noodles taking the
Derek Jacobi Retires from Live Theatre, Keeps Film Roles
Veteran actor Derek Jacobi, reflecting on his 60‑year career and personal life, reveals his 2022 retirement from live theatre due to memory lapses while still appearing in film and television alongsid
Hathaway Nearly Quit Mother Mary After Watching Her Own Footage
Anne Hathaway nearly walked away from A24's Mother Mary after watching early footage of herself singing and dancing, telling Elle the results were "really bad," but ultimately committed to months of d
Emmys: Guest Actor/Actress — Colman Domingo, Michael J. Fox, Shailene Woodley and Jamie Lee Curtis Lead Star-Studded Field
Amid the NFL’s 2026 schedule push abroad and HBO Max’s April launch in India, the Emmys are spotlighting a fiercely contested guest‑acting field. Returning winners like Colman Domingo and Jon Bernthal
Charli XCX Drops High‑Fashion 'SS26' Video and Pre‑Show
Charli XCX unveiled her new single “SS26” alongside a high‑fashion video and a 30‑minute YouTube pre‑show, marking another step in her evolving “rock music” era.
Ivors Awards Turn to AI Protest Streaming Royalties
The 71st Ivor Novello Awards, now rebranded as Ivors with Amazon Music, turned into a rallying cry against AI‑generated music and low streaming payouts. Songwriters’ leaders warned of dwindling earnin
Coward Gets 13-Minute Ovation at Cannes
Lukas Dhont's World War I queer romantic drama "Coward" earned a 13-minute standing ovation at Cannes — one of the biggest audience responses in this year's competition — after Mubi scooped up the fil
Lukas Dhont's 'Coward' Opens Cannes Competition
Lukas Dhont’s third feature, “Coward,” places a tender queer love story amid the horrors of World War I, marking a stylistic evolution from his earlier work. Competing at Cannes, the film is praised f
Esiri brothers debut arthouse film Clarissa at Cannes
Twin brothers Chuko and Arie Esiri have turned the Cannes Film Festival into a showcase for their arthouse vision, premiering the politically charged drama Clarissa. Their work, rooted in Nigeria’s tu
Zendaya Calls Tom Holland 'Best Friend' in Elle, Nolan Calls Her a 'True Movie Star'
In a new Elle interview, Zendaya called Tom Holland her 'best friend' and the person she loves while discussing their work on 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' declined to confirm marriage rumors, and drew
CAA, Finch Expand Film Symposium to Venice, Doha
CAA and Finch & Partners have launched an exclusive Future of Film Symposium in Cannes, drawing about 80 industry leaders, and are now planning to take the event to Venice, Doha and other cities.
Lionsgate Posts $70.2M Profit on ‘The Housemaid’
Lionsgate turned a $117.4 million loss from the previous year into a $70.2 million profit this quarter, propelled by a strong theatrical run of ‘The Housemaid’ and a revived motion‑picture segment ove
Jason Clarke Circling Michael Mann's 'Heat 2'
Jason Clarke is being eyed to join the cast of Michael Mann's 'Heat 2' from Amazon MGM Studios and United Artists, though reps for both declined comment and no deals are in place.
Billy Bob Thornton on Landman Season 2 Sunset Finale
Billy Bob Thornton reveals that the quiet sunset finale of Landman Season 2, starring him and Ali Larter, captures their characters' deep bond as the series concludes its dramatic arc and is now strea
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