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Oct 14 2024ENTERTAINMENT

'Movie Star Benicio del Toro Speaks Out on Politics and Movies'

In the lead-up to the U.S. presidential election, actor Benicio del Toro has shared his thoughts on the political climate. He was recently the guest of honor at the 16th Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, France. Del Toro, known for his roles in movies like "Traffic" and "Sicario," believes that politic

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Oct 09 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Director Eager for Trump's Reaction to New Film

Ali Abbasi, the director of the upcoming film "The Apprentice," is excited for former President Donald Trump to watch his new biopic. The movie, which premiered at Cannes earlier this year, will hit theaters on October 11. Although Abbasi hasn't directly communicated with Trump, he hopes the former

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Oct 09 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why Roeg Sutherland is Optimistic About Indie Films Post-Strikes

Roeg Sutherland, the co-head of CAA Media Finance, recently shared his thoughts on the state of the independent film sector after last year’s strikes. Speaking at the Zurich Film Festival, Sutherland emphasized that the key issue right now is finding the right projects and intellectual property (IP)

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Oct 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Marty Moves to Rotterdam

Rotterdam's International Film Festival has just welcomed a new face. Marten Rabarts, formerly of the New Zealand International Film Festival, is now leading IFFR Pro. This role involves promoting Dutch film culture worldwide and running programs like CineMart and Rotterdam Lab. He'll work with the

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Oct 04 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Young Director's Film on Bodybuilding Struggles Gets a Release Date

Jonathan Majors, known for his powerful performances, will finally bring his critically acclaimed role in Magazine Dreams to the big screen. The drama tells the story of Killian Maddox, an aspiring bodybuilder battling personal demons. After premiering at Sundance with high praise and Oscar buzz, th

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Sep 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

From Indie Darling to Game Changer: CAA's Roeg Sutherland Redefines the Film Industry

Roeg Sutherland, co-Head of CAA's Media Finance department and International Film Group, is set to receive the Zurich Film Festival's Game Changer Award for his outstanding achievements and contributions to the film industry. But what makes him a true game changer? Is it his impressive client list o

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Archery, Ambition, and a Dash of 'Sex Education' :New Take on William Tell Raises Questions

Get ready for a new historical epic that promises to bring the legendary Swiss marksman, William Tell, to life in a fresh and unexpected way. Directed by Nick Hamm, this adaptation aims to be the 'Gladiator' of crossbow movies, focusing on the iconic story of this folk hero. But does it live up to

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Wild Robot: Can an Animated Film Really Conquer Hearts?

Is The Wild Robot really the next Wall-E or Iron Giant? Critics are raving about this new DreamWorks animated feature based on Peter Brown's bestselling children's book. But can it truly capture the hearts of audiences like those beloved classics did? The film follows ROZZUM unit 7134, aka Roz (vo

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

TIFF 2024: Stars Shine Bright, But Are They Just Shallow Glitter?

As the Toronto International Film Festival kicked off in September, a dazzling array of celebrities graced its red carpets and portrait studios. From Brenda Song to Amy Adams, each starlet put their best foot forward to promote their latest cinematic endeavors. But as we gaze upon these glamorous im

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Sep 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jennifer Lopez's Unstoppable Promotion: Revenge or Resilience?

In the aftermath of her highly publicized divorce from Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez took the Toronto International Film Festival by storm with her unwavering commitment to promoting their collaborative film project, 'Unstoppable.' As she graced the red carpet in a dazzling, side-slit gown, the media

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