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🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Ulrika Milles: Can it ever be "worth it" to sacrifice children for art?

Ulrika Milles explores the intersection of parental sacrifice for art and the impacts on children in her review of Joachim Trier's film 'Sentimental Value' and its thematic connections to family and loss.

Mar 20 • 13:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

On the Death of Cinema Operator Marlies Kirchner: Film Art Was Her Life

Marlies Kirchner, a dedicated cinema operator known for her discerning taste in films, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of curated cinematic experiences at the Theatiner Filmkunst in Germany.

Mar 20 • 10:28 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Film List Week 12: Swedish 'Mecenaten' Examines the Art World

The article discusses the film 'Mecenaten' and its examination of the art world alongside other notable films currently in theaters.

Mar 20 • 08:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Don't miss: The Peaky Blinders gang in a movie adaptation or an exhibition on the theme of press art

The article discusses upcoming cultural events in Czechia, including the movie adaptation of 'Peaky Blinders' and an exhibition on press art.

Mar 20 • 06:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A Radiant Estonian Artist Receives Her Portrait Film – And Radiant People Came to the Premiere

The documentary film about beloved painter Epp Maria Kokamäe premiered, showcasing her work during her 65th birthday year.

Mar 19 • 18:36 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Symbol of Arab Culture 2026.. How Mohammad Bakri Turned His Life into a Film that Israel Does Not Want?

The late Palestinian artist and director Mohammad Bakri has been named the symbol of Arab culture for 2026, in recognition of his significant contributions to art and political expression.

Mar 19 • 15:39 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: Young farmers from Harjumaa showcased art on a tractor

Young farmers in Harjumaa creatively used their tractor to display characters from the animated film 'Minions' during an agricultural support event.

Mar 19 • 14:13 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Carla Sehn Shines in Original and Chaotic Art Scam Drama

Carla Sehn delivers a remarkable performance in a film about a cleaner posing as an art benefactor, revealing themes of class, power, and identity.

Mar 19 • 08:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Julia Thelin on 'The Patron': 'The Threatening, Playful, and Sexual Can Fit into a Slap'

Director Julia Thelin discusses her debut film 'The Patron', centered on a cleaning lady who pretends to be a successful art gallery owner.

Mar 18 • 16:17 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

A Documentary about Artist Peeter Laurits by Johan Huimerin

Johan Huimerin's documentary film about artist Peeter Laurits, titled "Laskumine orgu", explores the intersection of art, nature, and various realms of reality.

Mar 18 • 13:34 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Anu Aun on Epp Maria Kokamäe's Portrait Film: I Wanted to Know What Her Formula for Success Is

Director Anu Aun's upcoming portrait film focuses on artist Epp Maria Kokamäe and explores her productivity and work-life balance.

Mar 18 • 12:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Uncomfortable discourses, difficult questions. Wajda against political reality

The article reflects on the legacy of Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda, highlighting his contributions to cinema and the cultural landscape during challenging political times.

Mar 17 • 09:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

He said that football is more important than film. Now he has changed his mind.

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has reversed his position on the importance of film over football following the success of the film "Affeksjonsverdi," which won the prize for best international film.

Mar 16 • 10:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Helena Lindblad: Are This Year's Oscar Winners Endangered as Trump's Friends Take Over the Film World?

The article discusses the impact of political influences on the film industry following the recent Oscar ceremony, focusing on the success of the film "One Battle After Another" and the potential threat posed by pro-Trump figures.

Mar 16 • 08:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

REVIEW: Murder as a Work of Art Is Nothing New. However, It Works in the Thriller 'The Wonderworker'

A review discusses the thriller 'The Wonderworker' and its innovative use of murder as an artistic theme.

Mar 16 • 06:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Dull Red Carpet of Premieres

The article critiques the superficial nature of film premieres where influencers dominate, overshadowing the actual art of cinema.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Timothée Chalamet, who is the Oscars-nominated actor criticized by Bocelli

Timothée Chalamet is facing backlash for controversial comments he made during a public talk, which may affect his Oscar nomination for Best Actor.

Mar 13 • 15:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

WEEKLY RESPONDER ⟩ Mart Sander: I am quite sure that my magnum opus is still to be created

Mart Sander discusses his creative process and recent work on the short film 'Tallinn is Burning'.

Mar 13 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

‘Eagles of Cairo’: the survival of a movie star in a repressive regime

This article explores how the Swedish filmmaker Tarik Saleh, of Egyptian descent, depicts the harsh realities of life in Egypt through genre films.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

This Week's Movies – Rise of Putin, Spanish Woman in Tangier and Gothic Musical

A new film explores the life of a fictional character who serves as an amalgamation of several real-life advisors to Vladimir Putin while intertwining his influence with the art world.

Mar 12 • 04:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Timothée Chalamet caused a stir in an interview about traditional art forms – Some disapprove

Timothée Chalamet sparked controversy with his comments on traditional art forms during a recent interview, suggesting that ballet and opera have seen better days.

Mar 11 • 20:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A New Attraction Appears in Washington – Trump and Epstein Star in a Famous Scene from Titanic

An installation referencing links between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein has appeared in Washington, featuring a statue inspired by a scene from the film Titanic.

Mar 11 • 18:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A Statue of Trump and Epstein Installed in Washington that Recreates a Titanic Scene: 'Honors a Friendship Cemented in Parties and Secret Nudity'

A controversial statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein in a scene reminiscent of the Titanic film was unveiled in Washington, D.C., sparking discussions about their infamous relationship.

Mar 11 • 16:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Boy Billy Lim Seon-woo makes a comeback as adult Billy in the musical 'Billy Elliot'

The musical 'Billy Elliot,' based on the 2001 film, continues to capture the essence of childhood dreams and the struggle of a young boy against socio-economic challenges in a coal mining community, with its latest production in Korea set to open in April 2024.

Mar 11 • 08:51 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuanian Premiere Presented at the 'Cinema Spring': Familiar Faces Attended

A new Lithuanian film directed by A. Žegulytė premiered at Forum Cinemas Vingis IMAX, attended by cultural influencers and film enthusiasts.

Mar 11 • 08:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A sculpture inspired by the film 'Titanic' featuring Trump and Epstein unveiled in Washington

Anonymous artists have installed a satirical sculpture near the US Capitol depicting Donald Trump embracing sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in a pose reminiscent of a famous scene from the movie 'Titanic.'

Mar 11 • 07:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Red Carpet, Blank Mind

The article critiques the cultural phenomenon where attending glamorous events takes precedence over actual engagement with art, exemplified by individuals who prioritize fashion over knowledge of the works they are celebrating.

Mar 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Berlinale Under Criticism: Can There Be a Little More Tolerance?

The Berlinale film festival is facing criticism, with discussions surrounding tolerance and the political climate influencing artistic expression.

Mar 9 • 14:56 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Timothée Chalamet sparks heated debate after claiming that ‘no one cares’ about ballet and opera

Timothée Chalamet faces criticism from ballet and opera communities after claiming that 'no one cares' about these art forms during a discussion about film trends.

Mar 9 • 13:34 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

A documentary about the painter Epp Maria Kokamäe is coming to the cinema

A documentary film about Estonian painter Epp Maria Kokamäe, titled 'Epp Maria. Life in Paintings', will be released on March 21, showcasing a year in her life at her home in Sepamaa.

Mar 9 • 08:24 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Actress from 'Pulp Fiction' criticizes Tarantino: his scripts are not art, but pure racism

Actress Rosanna Arquette criticized Quentin Tarantino's frequent use of the N-word in his films during a recent interview.

Mar 8 • 13:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I feel like they are trying to impose it on us forcefully": Ugo Bienvenu leads the fight against AI in cinema

Ugo Bienvenu, the director of an Oscar-nominated animated film, raises concerns about the increasing use of AI in filmmaking and its implications for creativity and art.

Mar 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Walter Salles and Caetano Veloso attend Fernando Young's exhibition in Rio

Film director Walter Salles and singer Caetano Veloso were among the attendees at the opening of the 'Curucucu Divino' exhibition by photographer Fernando Young in Rio de Janeiro.

Mar 6 • 17:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Juan José Campanella: "We have always sought art to tell us our own lives"

Argentine director Juan José Campanella discusses his journey and the adaptation of his theatrical success, 'Parque Lezama', into film.

Mar 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why the Identity of Great Stage Actors is Limited to One Scene in Cinema?

Veteran actor Vijay Krishna has passed away at the age of 81, but his identity has been reduced to a minor role in a film rather than his extensive contributions to the theater.

Mar 5 • 12:51 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

"Yellow Letters" in the Cinema: The Political is Private

The film "Yellow Letters" by İlker Çatak follows a Turkish artist couple who comes under state scrutiny, highlighting the intersection of personal and political life.

Mar 5 • 05:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Oliver Laxe: "I am terrified that people will think I am a sadist"

Director Oliver Laxe discusses his dystopian film 'Sirât' about traveling ravers in a Moroccan desert, addressing its mixed reception and deeper spiritual themes.

Mar 4 • 17:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

It is as difficult to make cinema as to give birth. A selection of quotes from the "Lielā Kristapa" award ceremony

The "Lielā Kristapa" award ceremony highlighted the challenges of the film-making process in a creatively charged atmosphere.

Mar 2 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Pictures: An exhibition based on the animated film 'Snow Guides Us' opened in Telliskivi

An art exhibition based on the awarded animated film 'Snow Guides Us' opened at the Konteiner gallery in Telliskivi.

Mar 2 • 14:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Pioneering Visual Artist Eugènia Balcells Dies at 82

Pioneering visual artist Eugènia Balcells, known for her experimental use of technology in art and film, has passed away at the age of 82.

Mar 1 • 16:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Two men met at the slaughterhouse and dominated the Pragueshorts festival

The article discusses a unique meeting at the Pragueshorts festival involving two men with a memorable connection.

Feb 28 • 20:02 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Kremlin Wizard: A Political Tale for Adults and the Unknowing

The article reviews the film 'The Kremlin Wizard,' directed by French filmmaker Olivier Assayas, which has recently sparked discussions in Latvia due to its production in Riga and surrounding security and reputation issues.

Feb 28 • 19:20 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Mark Soosaar: Making a Film About Someone Gives Them a Very Long Life

Filmmaker Mark Soosaar discusses the importance of capturing significant individuals through film to grant them a lasting legacy.

Feb 28 • 13:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

In March, the works of Béla Tarr will be commemorated in Sõpruse cinema and Tartu Elektriteater

Béla Tarr's filmmaking will be celebrated in March at Sõpruse cinema and Tartu Elektriteater with screenings of three of his films following his passing on January 6.

Feb 27 • 08:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Don't miss: The tragicomic film A Minor Accident and the fascinating Transformations by the duo SKUTR

The article highlights several artistic productions including a poetic adventure film featuring Tereza Ramba, an acclaimed drama set in the Middle East, and innovative theater performances by the SKUTR duo, along with an art exhibition by a notable Czech painter now in France.

Feb 27 • 06:15 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Life & Tech

Review: 'Värn' by Johan Skoog

The article reviews a new artistic installation and film project, 'Värn', by John Skoog that reflects on themes of resistance and community during turbulent times, set against the backdrop of historical conflicts in Sweden.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Legendary Stuntman Uldis Veispals: "No one makes a movie just to 'film' it. Everyone wants to earn!"

Uldis Veispals, a renowned Latvian stuntman, is set to receive the National Film Prize 'Lielais Kristaps' for Lifetime Achievement in Film Art.

Feb 26 • 22:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

There Is a Smell of Burnt Rubber About the Russian Fear in 'Värn'

John Skoog's film 'Värn' explores Cold War anxieties through an eccentric lens, blending art and existential themes.

Feb 26 • 13:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sogang University's Art & Technology Department Presents Honorary Plaque and Dedication Film 'Behind the Scene' to Shin Young-kyun

Sogang University’s Art & Technology Department honored honorary chairman Shin Young-kyun with a plaque and a dedication film during a special event.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ana Belén: “I have sought the pleasure of work, not recognition”

Spanish actress Ana Belén discusses her career and new film 'Islas', expressing her love for work over fame.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC

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