The Tokyo International Film Festival is set to kick off with the world premiere of 11 Rebels, directed by Kazuya Shiraishi from Japan. This period action film, based on a script by the late Kasahara Kazuo, revolves around an 11-member suicide squad embarking on a fortress-defence mission amidst a fierce war in Japanese history. Scheduled
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The legendary figure of William Tell has been a popular subject in folklore and music for centuries, but the truth behind this mysterious character remains clouded in uncertainty. Director-writer Nick Hamm attempts to unravel the myth of this reluctant warrior in his latest film, “William Tell”. Set against the backdrop of the 14th century, the
The recent comments made by UK broadcasting bosses in proclaiming the death of the mid-budget programming market have sparked outrage among industry professionals. The head of Pact, John McVay, has criticized the bosses for their insensitivity and lack of understanding of the impact of their words on the industry. Comments such as “rightsizing” and questioning
The upcoming RTS convention in London promises to be a groundbreaking event with a lineup that includes industry heavyweights like David Beckham, Ted Sarandos, and Steven Knight. This convention, sponsored by Netflix, is set to address the challenges and changes that the TV industry has faced since 2020. There is a palpable sense of anticipation
Amy Adams, the star of the film Nightbitch, recently received the Toronto International Film Festival Tribute Performer Award. During her acceptance speech, she took a moment to express her gratitude to her 14-year-old daughter Aviana, who was in the audience. Adams emotionally stated, “You make me not only a better mother, but a better person.
Amanda Abbington, a former contestant on the hit show Strictly Come Dancing, made headlines when she accused her dance partner Giovanni Pernice of being abusive and bullying during their time on the show. Despite Pernice denying all claims against him, Abbington decided to leave the show and filed a complaint with BBC bosses regarding her
In the film “Hard Truths,” director Mike Leigh presents us with a character named Pansy, who embodies a multitude of complex emotions and struggles. Pansy is portrayed as a woman who has lost touch with any sense of joy and has become consumed by bitterness and resentment towards the world around her. Through the brilliant
The upcoming documentary film, “The Bibi Files,” produced by Alex Gibney and directed by Alexis Bloom, delves deep into the murky waters of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ongoing corruption trial. The documentary promises to shed light on the scandalous backstory behind the allegations of breach of trust, bribery, and fraud that have plagued Netanyahu
Lupita Nyong’o, widely recognized for her roles in Black Panther and The Walking Dead, is embarking on a new creative endeavor. The actress is set to launch a podcast, titled Mind Your Own With Lupita Nyong’o, which will delve into storytelling from the African diaspora. The podcast aims to explore the concept of identity and
Netflix is making a significant push to expand its Chinese-language content slate, with a focus on Taiwan. The streamer’s head of Chinese Language Content, Maya Huang, recently detailed the originals strategy for the region, highlighting partnerships and new series set to premiere soon. One of the most anticipated series, “Born for the Spotlight,” will feature