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Film

How to Watch and Stream 'Emilia Perez' on Netflix

Emilia Perez surprised audiences by winning Best Picture at the Golden Globes, highlighting its impact despite tough competition.

Miscellaneous

Auteurs assemble! Why 2025 offers a banquet of movies by cinema's great creators

The film industry is experiencing a revival as major auteurs are set to release new works in 2025.

6 days ago

Independent films

Here's Who Is Going to Cannes this Year

Cannes Film Festival strengthens its tie with the Oscars, showcasing films that increasingly become Oscar contenders.

France news

Award-winning Belgian actor Emilie Dequenne dies aged 43

Emilie Dequenne, acclaimed Belgian actress, passed away from rare cancer at age 43, leaving behind a legacy of exceptional performances.

fromwww.esquire.com

Film

How to Watch and Stream 'Emilia Perez' on Netflix

Emilia Perez surprised audiences by winning Best Picture at the Golden Globes, highlighting its impact despite tough competition.

Miscellaneous

Auteurs assemble! Why 2025 offers a banquet of movies by cinema's great creators

The film industry is experiencing a revival as major auteurs are set to release new works in 2025.

6 days ago

Independent films

Here's Who Is Going to Cannes this Year

Cannes Film Festival strengthens its tie with the Oscars, showcasing films that increasingly become Oscar contenders.

France news

Award-winning Belgian actor Emilie Dequenne dies aged 43

Emilie Dequenne, acclaimed Belgian actress, passed away from rare cancer at age 43, leaving behind a legacy of exceptional performances.

The Dreamlike Journeys of "Viet and Nam" and "Grand Tour"

Film serves as a transporting experience, allowing audiences to explore diverse cultures and stories through cinema.

Women are made to feel as if they're against each other': the hit Indian film that challenges the patriarchy

Mumbai's essence lies in its people, not its architecture or history, embodying a dynamic, ever-evolving landscape.

Kapadia’s film explores deep personal stories against Mumbai's vibrant backdrop, showcasing the challenges independent filmmakers face.

Miscellaneous

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With 'Anora,' Sean Baker's moment has arrived. N.J. director on the movie eyeing Oscar gold.

"Anora" combines thrilling highs with sobering realities, showcasing the intense journey of a young Brooklyn sex worker and her unexpected marriage.

Film

Alexander Skarsgard's 'kinky' gay biker film Pillion gets first-look

Pillion is a unique gay biker romance starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling, heading to the Cannes Film Festival in 2025.

fromIndieWire

Film

Renate Reinsve Needed Months of Bed Rest After Her Amazing and Truly Disturbed Performance in 'Armand'

Renate Reinsve delivers a powerful performance in "Armand," showcasing a traumatized character entangled in complex emotional conflicts.

Film

Where is the adult?': how Leonardo Van Dijl filmed the story of a child tennis star's abuse

Leonardo Van Dijl's film 'Julie Keeps Quiet' explores the urgent issue of child safety in sports, focusing on the psychological effects of abuse.

fromThe New Yorker

The Dreamlike Journeys of "Viet and Nam" and "Grand Tour"

Film serves as a transporting experience, allowing audiences to explore diverse cultures and stories through cinema.

Women are made to feel as if they're against each other': the hit Indian film that challenges the patriarchy

Mumbai's essence lies in its people, not its architecture or history, embodying a dynamic, ever-evolving landscape.

Kapadia’s film explores deep personal stories against Mumbai's vibrant backdrop, showcasing the challenges independent filmmakers face.

Miscellaneous

fromnj

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With 'Anora,' Sean Baker's moment has arrived. N.J. director on the movie eyeing Oscar gold.

"Anora" combines thrilling highs with sobering realities, showcasing the intense journey of a young Brooklyn sex worker and her unexpected marriage.

Film

Alexander Skarsgard's 'kinky' gay biker film Pillion gets first-look

Pillion is a unique gay biker romance starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling, heading to the Cannes Film Festival in 2025.

fromIndieWire

Film

Renate Reinsve Needed Months of Bed Rest After Her Amazing and Truly Disturbed Performance in 'Armand'

Renate Reinsve delivers a powerful performance in "Armand," showcasing a traumatized character entangled in complex emotional conflicts.

Film

Where is the adult?': how Leonardo Van Dijl filmed the story of a child tennis star's abuse

Leonardo Van Dijl's film 'Julie Keeps Quiet' explores the urgent issue of child safety in sports, focusing on the psychological effects of abuse.

Photojournalist Fatma Hassona, Subject of an Upcoming Documentary, Killed in Gaza

Fatma Hassona, a Palestinian photojournalist, was killed in a missile strike in Gaza shortly after her documentary was selected for Cannes.

Film

Palestinian Star of Cannes-Selected Doc Killed in Israeli Airstrike

Fatima Hassouna, a Palestinian photojournalist, was killed alongside her family in an air strike shortly after a film showcasing her life was accepted into Cannes.

fromtime.com

Photojournalist Fatma Hassona, Subject of an Upcoming Documentary, Killed in Gaza

Fatma Hassona, a Palestinian photojournalist, was killed in a missile strike in Gaza shortly after her documentary was selected for Cannes.

Palestinian Star of Cannes-Selected Doc Killed in Israeli Airstrike

Fatima Hassouna, a Palestinian photojournalist, was killed alongside her family in an air strike shortly after a film showcasing her life was accepted into Cannes.

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Eddington: first trailer released for Ari Aster's Covid-set, Cannes-bound comedy western

Ari Aster's Eddington, a black comedy western set for Cannes, features Joaquin Phoenix and Emma Stone in a politically charged narrative.

#film-lineup

fromAnOther

Film

Ten Must-See Films from Cannes Film Festival 2025

Cannes Film Festival 2023 lineup features major films from prominent directors, highlighting both established talents and new voices.

fromRoger Ebert

Independent films

Cannes 2025 Announces Lineup with New Films by Ari Aster, Kelly Reichardt, Julia Ducournau, Richard Linklater, Wes Anderson and More | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The 78th Cannes Film Festival lineup features notable films, including Tom Cruise's 'Mission Impossible' and works by various acclaimed directors.

fromAnOther

Ten Must-See Films from Cannes Film Festival 2025

Cannes Film Festival 2023 lineup features major films from prominent directors, highlighting both established talents and new voices.

Independent films

fromRoger Ebert

Cannes 2025 Announces Lineup with New Films by Ari Aster, Kelly Reichardt, Julia Ducournau, Richard Linklater, Wes Anderson and More | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The 78th Cannes Film Festival lineup features notable films, including Tom Cruise's 'Mission Impossible' and works by various acclaimed directors.

Paul Schrader Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Former Assistant

Paul Schrader faces serious allegations of sexual assault and harassment from a former assistant, including breach of contract.

fromNew York Post

NYC LGBT

'Taxi Driver' writer Paul Schrader's ex-assistant claims he sexually assaulted her and backed out of settlement deal

Paul Schrader faces a lawsuit alleging sexual assault and breach of a confidential settlement agreement with his former assistant.

Paul Schrader Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Former Assistant

Paul Schrader faces serious allegations of sexual assault and harassment from a former assistant, including breach of contract.

fromNew York Post

NYC LGBT

'Taxi Driver' writer Paul Schrader's ex-assistant claims he sexually assaulted her and backed out of settlement deal

Paul Schrader faces a lawsuit alleging sexual assault and breach of a confidential settlement agreement with his former assistant.

more#paul-schrader

Europe news

Italian director Nanni Moretti in intensive care after heart attack

Nanni Moretti is hospitalized after a heart attack but is reported to be in stable condition.

4 weeks ago

Independent films

How Val Kilmer Saw Val Kilmer

Val Kilmer's documentary offers a personal glimpse into his life and career, blending footage he captured over decades with insightful commentary.

4 weeks ago

The Most Precious of Cargoes review postmodern Holocaust fairytale is dreamy curiosity

The film uniquely blends whimsical animation with a serious Holocaust narrative, contrasting traditional storytelling approaches.

fromThe New Yorker

"This Life of Mine": A Terminal Masterwork

Film festivals play a crucial role in showcasing unreleased films, but rejection can stymie their visibility and audience reach.

#film-awards

Independent films

From Parasite to Anora: how Cannes became an Oscars power player

Cannes had a record year at the Oscars, with notable films winning multiple awards.

fromBusiness Insider

Film

Only 11 movies received a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes this year - here they all are

In 2024, several movies achieved a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, prominently featuring family dynamics and working-class themes.

Independent films

From Parasite to Anora: how Cannes became an Oscars power player

Cannes had a record year at the Oscars, with notable films winning multiple awards.

fromBusiness Insider

Film

Only 11 movies received a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes this year - here they all are

In 2024, several movies achieved a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, prominently featuring family dynamics and working-class themes.

more#film-awards

#filmmaking

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

Lars von Trier admitted to a care centre following Parkinson's diagnosis

Lars von Trier has been admitted to a care center for Parkinson's treatment, but he aspires to continue making films.

Miscellaneous

I just thought I'd made a crazy-ass exploitation movie': Sean Baker on his Palme d'Or-winning lapdance film

Sean Baker's immersive research leads to authentic storytelling in unconventional narratives that elicit mixed audience reactions.

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

Lars von Trier admitted to a care centre following Parkinson's diagnosis

Lars von Trier has been admitted to a care center for Parkinson's treatment, but he aspires to continue making films.

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Miscellaneous

I just thought I'd made a crazy-ass exploitation movie': Sean Baker on his Palme d'Or-winning lapdance film

Sean Baker's immersive research leads to authentic storytelling in unconventional narratives that elicit mixed audience reactions.

more#filmmaking

#daniel-craig

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Film

Luca Guadagnino's Queer gets digital streaming date - here's how to watch it

The film Queer, starring Daniel Craig, will be available for digital streaming on January 14.

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SF LGBT

Andrew Garfield praises Daniel Craig's 'beautiful' oral sex scene in Queer

Andrew Garfield considers Daniel Craig's blowjob scene in Queer to be a beautiful depiction of love.

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Film

Luca Guadagnino's Queer gets digital streaming date - here's how to watch it

The film Queer, starring Daniel Craig, will be available for digital streaming on January 14.

SF LGBT

Andrew Garfield praises Daniel Craig's 'beautiful' oral sex scene in Queer

Andrew Garfield considers Daniel Craig's blowjob scene in Queer to be a beautiful depiction of love.

Review | Iranian drama 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' is a gripping knockout

Rasoulof's film reflects the struggles of families in a repressive society, highlighting Iran's ongoing societal and political tensions.

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Writing

fromwww.dailynews.com

Why The Apprentice' is not the Donald Trump film you're expecting

The Apprentice seeks to humanize Donald Trump through his relationship with Roy Cohn rather than demonizing him.

Director Ali Abbasi was initially surprised by the film's more nuanced portrayal of Trump.

US Elections

fromwww.nytimes.com

Left Out of Trump's New York Myth: A Reliance on Big Tax Breaks

The film 'The Apprentice' explores Donald Trump's early career and relationship with Roy Cohn, spotlighting his rise in Manhattan real estate.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Film

Controversial Trump Biopic The Apprentice' Finally Gets a Release Date Despite Efforts to Block Its Release

The Apprentice, a controversial biopic about Donald Trump, is set to be released just before the presidential election after attempts to block it.

Miscellaneous

How a Rape Scene Blew Up the Trump Movie

The Apprentice received a controversial yet acclaimed reception at Cannes, sparking significant discussion and legal threats from Donald Trump's team.

Writing

fromwww.dailynews.com

Why The Apprentice' is not the Donald Trump film you're expecting

The Apprentice seeks to humanize Donald Trump through his relationship with Roy Cohn rather than demonizing him.

Director Ali Abbasi was initially surprised by the film's more nuanced portrayal of Trump.

US Elections

fromwww.nytimes.com

Left Out of Trump's New York Myth: A Reliance on Big Tax Breaks

The film 'The Apprentice' explores Donald Trump's early career and relationship with Roy Cohn, spotlighting his rise in Manhattan real estate.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Film

Controversial Trump Biopic The Apprentice' Finally Gets a Release Date Despite Efforts to Block Its Release

The Apprentice, a controversial biopic about Donald Trump, is set to be released just before the presidential election after attempts to block it.

Miscellaneous

How a Rape Scene Blew Up the Trump Movie

The Apprentice received a controversial yet acclaimed reception at Cannes, sparking significant discussion and legal threats from Donald Trump's team.

Writing

It's the Best Picture Front-Runner. It Deserves to Be Huge.

Sean Baker's 'Anora' is a genre-blending film that combines humor, wisdom, and social commentary, appealing to both festival-goers and general audiences.

Writing

Anora's 'Russian Timothee Chalamet' Is Just Happy to Be Here

Mark Eydelshteyn, the breakout star of 'Anora', grapples with identity and recognition as he enters the spotlight.

fromSlate Magazine

Writing

It's the Best Picture Front-Runner. It Deserves to Be Huge.

Sean Baker's 'Anora' is a genre-blending film that combines humor, wisdom, and social commentary, appealing to both festival-goers and general audiences.

Writing

Anora's 'Russian Timothee Chalamet' Is Just Happy to Be Here

Mark Eydelshteyn, the breakout star of 'Anora', grapples with identity and recognition as he enters the spotlight.

more#anora

Writing

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Coralie Fargeat, director of The Substance': Demi Moore was willing to take the risks of exposing herself, of getting naked'

Coralie Fargeat emphasizes the ongoing struggle women face in the film industry, highlighting her journey as a director and the themes of self-perception in her films.

Whatever you've heard about 'Megalopolis,' see this gutsy Coppola film for yourself

Coppola's Megalopolis is a bold and ambitious film reflecting on idealism and power in a modern, Roman-inspired narrative.

Startup companies

Adam Driver on How Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis "Is Very Much Him"

Adam Driver expresses surprise and pride as 'Megalopolis' finally arrives in theaters after years of turbulent development.

fromSFGATE

Film

New 'Megalopolis' trailer names, shames Francis Ford Coppola's critics

Coppola confronts critics head-on in promoting his long-awaited film "Megalopolis," emphasizing his vision and ambition despite ongoing controversies.

Media industry

We Talked to One of the 'Live Participants' Who Breaks Megalopolis's Fourth Wall

Coppola's "Megalopolis" utilizes innovative techniques like immersive experiences, resonating with audiences and redefining the cinematic experience.

fromVG247

Startup companies

Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis continues streak of bad press as Lionsgate's latest trailer uses fake critic quotes

Megalopolis faces significant challenges leading up to its release, including fabricated critic quotes and controversy over its reception at Cannes.

Arts

fromwww.npr.org

Whatever you've heard about 'Megalopolis,' see this gutsy Coppola film for yourself

Coppola's Megalopolis is a bold and ambitious film reflecting on idealism and power in a modern, Roman-inspired narrative.

Startup companies

Adam Driver on How Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis "Is Very Much Him"

Adam Driver expresses surprise and pride as 'Megalopolis' finally arrives in theaters after years of turbulent development.

fromSFGATE

Film

New 'Megalopolis' trailer names, shames Francis Ford Coppola's critics

Coppola confronts critics head-on in promoting his long-awaited film "Megalopolis," emphasizing his vision and ambition despite ongoing controversies.

Media industry

We Talked to One of the 'Live Participants' Who Breaks Megalopolis's Fourth Wall

Coppola's "Megalopolis" utilizes innovative techniques like immersive experiences, resonating with audiences and redefining the cinematic experience.

fromVG247

Startup companies

Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis continues streak of bad press as Lionsgate's latest trailer uses fake critic quotes

Megalopolis faces significant challenges leading up to its release, including fabricated critic quotes and controversy over its reception at Cannes.

more#megalopolis

fromSlate Magazine

Writing

Demi Moore's New Movie Is Supposed to Be the Feminist Horror Event of the Year. I Hated It.

The Substance is a divisive feminist body-horror film that lacks impact despite its intriguing premise and powerful performances.

fromconsequence.net

Film

Caligula: The Ultimate Cut to get home release, featuring new edit of infamous film

The 2023 re-edited version of Caligula aims to restore the original vision of the film, enhancing its artistic integrity and performances.

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NYC food

Black Dog review state-of-the-Chinese-nation thriller with feelgood furry antics

The film explores themes of redemption and societal reflection through the unlikely bond between a man and a dog.

Film

Selena Gomez shares emotional reaction to landing role in trans cartel film

Selena Gomez is excited about her role in the film 'Emilia Perez', highlighting its emotional impact and significance.