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Dec 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

New Film Coming to US Screens: Bonjour Tristesse

Greenwich Entertainment has snagged the U. S. distribution rights for Durga Chew-Bose's first film, "Bonjour Tristesse". This movie is based on a famous 1950s novel of the same name by Françoise Sagan. The film had its big debut at the Toronto International Film Festival. The cast includes some big

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Dec 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's Highs and Lows: Who Won Big and Who Fell Flat in 2024

2024 was a mixed bag for Hollywood. Some big names took huge risks and faced big losses. Francis Ford Coppola, known for his bold filmmaking, decided to sell his wine business and invest over $100 million into a new film, Megalopolis. Unfortunately, it bombed at the box office, earning only $12 mill

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Dec 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Saga of Cécile: A Summer of Change

Ever wondered what summertime drama looks like on the French Riviera? Meet Bonjour Tristesse, a film that's got Hollywood buzzing. This isn't just any old movie—it's the directorial debut of Durga Chew-Bose, and it's based on Françoise Sagan's nifty 1954 novel. The story follows 18-year-old Cécile,

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Dec 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Santosh: The U. K. ’s Oscar Hopeful Finally Finds a Home

"Santosh, " a critically acclaimed crime drama from India, has found a distributor in the U. K. Vertigo Releasing, in partnership with Civic Studio, will bring the film to British theaters on March 21, 2025. Directed by British-Indian filmmaker Sandhya Suri, the story follows a widowed police consta

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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

What Happens When Midlife Crises Strike a Family?

Imagine this: Peter Pearce, a middle-aged dentist in New York, is having a bit of a rough time. His dad suddenly decides to divorce his mom after 65 years of marriage. This leaves Peter in shock, but life goes on. Fast forward six years, and Peter is now divorced himself. His sons, Nick and Mickey,

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Nov 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

No Alec Baldwin at Rust Premiere in Poland

The Western movie "Rust, " which stars Alec Baldwin, had its global debut at the EnergaCamerimage film festival in Poland. But the actor wasn't there. Festival director Kazimierz Suwała said inviting Baldwin would've been too much of a distraction. They wanted to focus on honoring the film's late ci

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Nov 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Filmmaker's Protest: Pulling Out of Festival Over Controversial Comments

French director Coralie Fargeat has decided to withdraw her film "The Substance" from Poland's Camerimage Film Festival. This move comes after the festival's founder, Marek Żydowicz, wrote a controversial article that many deemed sexist. Fargeat, along with her cinematographer Benjamin Kračun, felt

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Oct 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Connor's Big Break: From Student to Winner

Being the star of your own movie might be a dream for many, but for Connor Sorg, a 21-year-old student from Oak Park, it's a reality. This month, his film snagged the top prize at a prestigious film festival in Chicago. What's the best part of winning? The money, of course! Well, sort of. Winning th

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Oct 24 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Nicolas Cage Warns Young Actors About AI in Hollywood

Nicolas Cage, a veteran actor known for his unique style, recently spoke at the Newport Beach Film Festival. He had a special message for new actors. Cage warned them about a new technology called EBDR. This stands for Employment-Based Digital Replica. It's a type of AI that studios can use to chang

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Oct 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Nicole Kidman's Challenges Filming Intense Sex Scenes

Nicole Kidman recently opened up about the tough time she had while filming intimate scenes for her upcoming movie, Babygirl. The movie, directed by Halina Reijn, tells the story of a CEO who risks her career and family life by having an affair with a younger intern. Kidman, who plays the CEO, found

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