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🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Cassandra Kouloukountis: Who is the Greek-American who won the first casting Oscar in history?

Cassandra Kouloukountis made history at the 98th Academy Awards as the first casting director to win an Oscar in that category for her work on the film 'One Battle After Another'.

Mar 16 • 02:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How was Wagner Moura's speech during the Best Casting category presentation at the 2026 Oscars

Wagner Moura delivered an emotional speech honoring casting director Gabriel Domingues at the inaugural Best Casting category of the 2026 Oscars.

Mar 16 • 00:21 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Photos: the 98th Oscar winners have been revealed, the Best Film award went to "One Battle After Another"

The 98th Academy Awards took place in Los Angeles, where "One Battle After Another" won the Best Film award, among other recognitions.

Mar 15 • 22:59 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Casting Director Career: From Chalamet to Brad Pitt, Ours is an Oscar-Worthy Job

The article highlights the career of casting director Francine Maisler and her experiences working with actors like Timothée Chalamet.

Mar 15 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'I am preparing the speech' for the Oscar: casting director of 'The Secret Agent' explains why he believes in Brazil's victory

'I am preparing the speech' for the Oscar: the casting director of 'The Secret Agent' expresses confidence in Brazil's chances at the awards.

Mar 12 • 17:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'The Secret Agent' at the Oscars: Who is Gabriel Domingues, nominated for Best Casting Selection

Gabriel Domingues, the casting director for "The Secret Agent," is nominated for the Oscar for Best Casting Selection, a new category at this year's awards.

Mar 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Did actress Sara Arjun join 'Heer Ranjha'? Mukesh Chhabra clarifies the truth

Casting director Mukesh Chhabra has denied reports that actress Sara Arjun is signed on for the project 'Heer Ranjha', clarifying she has not committed to any new films after 'Dhurandhar'.

Mar 7 • 12:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Winona Ryder joins the third season of 'Merlin' with Tim Burton

American actress Winona Ryder is set to team up again with director Tim Burton and Jenna Ortega in the third season of the Netflix series 'Merlina'.

Feb 23 • 22:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'I Want to Kiss You,' Actress Freezes upon Hearing Demand, Cries a Lot

Actress Falak Khan shares a distressing audition experience where a director made an inappropriate comment that left her shocked and emotional.

Feb 18 • 08:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Elon Musk criticizes Nolan for casting choice for Helen of Troy

Elon Musk sharply criticized director Christopher Nolan over the casting choice of Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy in his upcoming film 'Odyssey', claiming that Nolan has 'lost his integrity'.

Feb 3 • 13:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Elon Musk criticized Nolan for casting actress for Odyssey: "He has lost his integrity"

Elon Musk sharply criticized director Christopher Nolan for his casting choices in the upcoming film "Odyssey," particularly targeting the unconfirmed role of Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o, claiming Nolan has lost his integrity.

Feb 3 • 13:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Musk angry at Nolan after reports that 'Helen of Troy' in the Odyssey will be Black

Elon Musk expressed his anger towards director Christopher Nolan following reports that Lupita Nyong'o may portray Helen of Troy in an upcoming film adaptation.

Feb 2 • 13:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Stamatis Fasoulis: There Are No Actors Who Will Ensure Your Success

Director and actor Stamatis Fasoulis discussed the unpredictability of success in casting actors, emphasizing that no actor can guarantee success in theater performances.

Jan 13 • 17:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

Celebrity castings can help theatres in hard times, says new head of Bristol Old Vic

The new executive director of Bristol Old Vic, Rebecca Dawson, emphasizes the importance of casting celebrity actors to attract audiences during challenging times for theatre.

Dec 28 • 11:00 UTC

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