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🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Is it easy to have an abortion? While filming Dancing with a Bear, I started to doubt, says the director

The article discusses the reflections of a film director on the topic of abortion, prompted by her experiences while working on a documentary.

Mar 22 • 05:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

At the festival One World, the film My Word Against Mine won. It opens the topic of psychotherapy.

The film 'My Word Against Mine' won the international competition at the 28th One World human rights film festival, focusing on psychotherapy.

Mar 20 • 09:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Russian government accuses Oscar winners of filming children without consent

The Russian Human Rights Committee has accused the team behind the Oscar-winning documentary 'A Nobody Against Putin' of using footage of minors without consent, marking the first official reaction to the film.

Mar 19 • 00:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Court affirms citizen’s right to film officers in public

A Federal High Court in Warri, Nigeria, upheld the right of citizens to record police officers during public stops.

Mar 18 • 18:15 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Russian Human Rights Body Calls for Investigation Into ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’

Russia's human rights council has condemned the documentary “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” for using footage of children without parental consent, calling for an investigation into the matter following the film's Academy Award win.

Mar 18 • 16:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Russia accuses the creators of the film 'Mr. Nobody' against Putin of illegal filming of children

Russia's human rights council has accused the creators of the documentary 'Mr. Nobody,' which criticizes the ideological indoctrination of Russian schoolchildren, of using footage of minors without parental consent.

Mar 18 • 11:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The film Conductor cannot be broadcast in the Czech Republic. This was decided by the court as a preliminary measure.

A Prague court has prohibited the broadcast of the film 'Conductor' after a woman claimed it violated her personal rights as one of the victims in a related abuse case.

Mar 18 • 08:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Ziobro lost to Holland. Strong reaction to the court ruling. "Be silent, apologize, and pay"

Zbigniew Ziobro has been ordered by a Warsaw court to publicly apologize to Agnieszka Holland for infringing on her personal rights regarding her film 'Zielona granica'.

Mar 18 • 06:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian outraged by Oscar loss, but advertising profits soar

After Wagner Moura's film 'The Secret Agent' lost at the Oscars, Brazilian audiences took to social media to express their anger, while the broadcasting rights holder saw a significant boost in advertising revenue.

Mar 17 • 15:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Ala Pacino's Daughter Promotes Her Film. "I Worry About Women in the World"

Julie Pacino, daughter of the legendary actor Al Pacino, promotes her film while expressing concerns for women's autonomy worldwide.

Mar 17 • 12:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The conditions in Bulgarian textile factories are shocking, says the director of the film Made in EU

Bulgarian director Stefan Komandarev discusses his film 'Made in EU', which reveals the harsh realities faced by textile workers in Bulgaria.

Mar 16 • 05:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Eyewitness Accounts from Afghanistan are a Must See

A Danish documentary film captures the harsh realities for girls and women growing up in Afghanistan after the Taliban's takeover, presenting both their struggles and a sense of resilience.

Mar 13 • 14:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Horrific Working Conditions in a Bulgarian Textile Factory Revealed by the Film Made in EU. The Reality is Worse, Says the Director

A new film exposes the distressing working conditions in a Bulgarian textile factory, prompting harsh criticism from its director about the labor situation.

Mar 12 • 10:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The One World Human Rights Film Festival Kicks Off, Featuring Rapper Pogány Induló

The 28th edition of the One World Human Rights Film Festival is set to begin in Prague with numerous documentary films and an appearance by rapper Pogány Induló.

Mar 11 • 09:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘The King’s Man’ Next to Cheongnyeongpo, ‘1980 Sabuk’ [National Prism]

The film ‘The King’s Man’ has surpassed over 10 million viewers, leading to increased interest in Cheongnyeongpo, while the 1980 Sabuk incident is also highlighted for its historical significance.

Mar 10 • 20:31 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Film: Dancing through resistance in Belleville

The film 'Belleville Will Always See Us Dance' highlights the peaceful struggle of Afro-descendants in Paris’s Belleville neighbourhood during the Geneva International Film Festival.

Mar 10 • 16:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The 'Substance' Syndrome and the 8M

The article examines the implications of the film 'The Substance,' highlighting how it may reinforce societal attitudes towards women's bodies rather than critique them.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Squeaky Pixar throws its biggest laughter fest in a long time

The animated film from Pixar features a furry animal rights activist named Mabel who battles against a capitalist mayor intending to build a highway through the forest, generating significant comedic moments throughout the film.

Mar 6 • 06:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Bold Rebellions and Courageous Testimonies at One World

The One World festival aims to create a space for open discussion and human rights advocacy, featuring 106 films and honoring political prisoner Mikalaj Statkevič.

Mar 3 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Do Bollywood Heroes Fear Taapsee? Demand for Not Casting in Films

Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu discusses her new film 'Asee' and reveals that some film heroes may avoid working with her due to various reasons.

Feb 28 • 09:40 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Hera Pheri 3' Will it release this year? Priyadarshan gave an update

Renowned filmmaker Priyadarshan has provided an update on the future of his project 'Hera Pheri 3', which is currently entangled in legal issues over film rights.

Feb 26 • 13:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Source close to Rolling Stones disputes Melania producer’s claim Mick Jagger ‘gave his blessing’ to use song

A source close to Mick Jagger disputes claims made by the producer of a Melania Trump film that Jagger approved the use of a Rolling Stones song.

Feb 25 • 17:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Belém hosts the '1st Dorothy Stang Cinema Festival' focusing on climate justice and prizes of R$ 8,000

The 1st Dorothy Stang Cinema Festival in Belém, Brazil, focuses on climate justice and human rights in the Amazon, featuring film screenings and workshops from February 27 to March 1.

Feb 25 • 13:52 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Berlin Film Festival Honors 'Political' Works - A Response to Criticism Over Gaza?

The 76th Berlin International Film Festival closed with two notable awards that emphasized political themes amid criticism surrounding events in Gaza.

Feb 25 • 03:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'The Karel Story 2': What did Tara, a victim of 'Love Jihad,' say?

Tara, who claims to be a victim of 'Love Jihad,' shares her thoughts on the film 'The Karel Story 2.'

Feb 24 • 07:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Berlin: Director Kaoutar Ben Hania Refuses Award Due to the Israel-Gaza War

Tunisian director Kaoutar Ben Hania declined to accept an award in Berlin, protesting the international coverage of the Israel-Gaza war.

Feb 23 • 08:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Gaza War and Occupation Violations Spark Controversy at the Berlin Film Festival

The Berlin Film Festival is engulfed in political debate over the Gaza War, with Palestinian issues dominating the event's discussions.

Feb 22 • 05:57 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

Turkish film about political persecution won the Golden Bear

A Turkish film addressing political persecution has been awarded the prestigious Golden Bear at a film festival.

Feb 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Berlinale 2026: First awards presented

The first awards at the Berlinale festival have been announced, highlighting notable films such as 'Prosecution' and the Ukrainian-Polish co-production 'Traces.'

Feb 21 • 13:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

In the film 'Josephine', an eight-year-old girl faces a world that violates women

The film 'Josephine' tells the story of an eight-year-old girl who witnesses a brutal rape, exploring themes of violence against women and the lasting impact of trauma.

Feb 21 • 04:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Gaza.. An Endless Night: Painful Stories of Loss, Displacement, and Hunger

A documentary film illustrates the traumatic experiences of families in Gaza during the ongoing Israeli conflict, highlighting stories of loss, displacement, and hunger.

Feb 20 • 18:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Iran, the Torturers and 'A Simple Accident': the Power of Stories that Open Our Eyes

The Iranian film nominated for an Oscar sheds light on the brutal repression by the ayatollah regime, illustrating how stories contribute to building resistance.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Iran releases Mehdi Mahmudian, Oscar-nominated screenwriter for 'It Was Just an Accident'

Mehdi Mahmoudian, Oscar-nominated co-writer of 'It Was Just an Accident', was released from Iranian prison 17 days after his arrest following a statement condemning the regime.

Feb 19 • 16:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The film A Minor Accident shows the brutality of the Iranian regime, the real tragedy continues meanwhile

The Iranian film 'A Minor Accident' portrays the harsh realities faced by victims of the regime while also touching moments of humor amid the pain.

Feb 19 • 05:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Man arrested for attempting to film a woman in a supermarket bathroom in Uberlândia

A 43-year-old man was arrested for sexual harassment after being caught trying to film a woman in a supermarket bathroom in Uberlândia, Brazil.

Feb 18 • 17:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Over 80 artists at Berlinale demand clear stance on Gaza from organizers

More than 80 actors, directors, and artists at the Berlinale International Film Festival have signed an open letter demanding a clear stance from organizers regarding the conflict in the Gaza Strip.

Feb 18 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Screenwriter nominated for Oscar for 'It Was Just an Accident' is released from prison in Iran

Mehdi Mahmoudian, one of the screenwriters for the Oscar-nominated film 'It Was Just an Accident,' was released from Iranian prison after 17 days following his arrest for signing a letter urging accountability from Iran's Supreme Leader.

Feb 18 • 00:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Released from an Iranian prison, screenwriter Mehdi Mahmoudian, Oscar-nominated for 'A Simple Accident'

Mehdi Mahmoudian, co-writer of the Oscar-nominated film 'A Simple Accident', has been released from an Iranian prison after 17 days following his arrest for condemning the regime's violent repression of demonstrators.

Feb 17 • 22:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Javier Bardem and dozens of personalities condemn the Berlinale's "silence" on Gaza and the "genocide of Palestinians"

More than 80 cinema personalities, including actors Javier Bardem and Tilda Swinton, have signed a declaration condemning the Berlin Film Festival for its silence on Gaza and the genocide of Palestinians.

Feb 17 • 21:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Berlin Festival is the target of a petition by Tilda Swinton and various artists

Tilda Swinton and other artists have signed a letter criticizing the Berlin Festival for its silence regarding the conflicts in Gaza and the censorship faced by artists who speak out about it.

Feb 17 • 18:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Asi brings about change in society, the conversation about women's safety begins,' says Taapsee

Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu discussed her upcoming film 'Asi' at the 'Sahitya Aajtak 2026' literary festival, focusing on women's rights and the importance of safety in her speech.

Feb 15 • 11:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'I cry - my wardrobe changes', Taapsee's serious roles have a bad effect

Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu reveals the emotional toll of playing serious roles in her upcoming film 'Assi,' where she portrays a lawyer fighting against atrocities faced by women.

Feb 15 • 11:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The film 'Assi' by Taapsee will send chills down your spine, forcing you to think about the story of a rape victim

The film 'Assi', directed by Anubhav Sinha and featuring Taapsee Pannu, presents a gripping narrative based on the real-life accounts of rape victims in India, aiming to provoke societal reflection on masculinity and the pervasive issue of sexual violence.

Feb 14 • 10:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Arundhati Roy Withdraws from the Berlin Film Festival Protesting for Gaza

Indian author Arundhati Roy has announced her withdrawal from the Berlin Film Festival due to disagreements over recent developments in Gaza.

Feb 13 • 18:10 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

76th Berlin International Film Festival: Women in Afghanistan

The 76th Berlin International Film Festival opened with the world premiere of 'No Good Men', a film by Afghan director Sahra Bahrami that explores gender roles in Afghanistan.

Feb 13 • 16:19 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Law initiative to increase the exhibition of Mexican cinema in theaters and platforms

Mexican Culture Secretary Claudia Curiel de Icaza presented two law initiatives aimed at promoting Mexican culture and cinema during a press conference.

Feb 13 • 14:54 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Albert Serra Brings to Argentina the Most Extreme Experience That Can Be Lived Today in Cinema: 'Without Blood, the Film Would Not Exist'

Albert Serra's documentary 'Tardes de soledad' explores the extreme violence of bullfighting, drawing both acclaim and controversy, particularly for its graphic depiction of animal suffering.

Feb 11 • 13:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"Skaffa".. A Palestinian film depicts the suffering of two sisters during the Gaza war

"Skaffa" is a Palestinian film that highlights the human suffering of two sisters amid the recent Gaza conflict.

Feb 10 • 09:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Paul Thomas Anderson and Radiohead guitarist request the withdrawal of their music from a film about Melania Trump

Director Paul Thomas Anderson and Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood have requested the removal of a portion of their music from the controversial documentary 'Melania', citing unauthorized use.

Feb 9 • 16:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How legal is it to film an ICE agent during a migration operation?

The legality of filming ICE agents during migration operations has become a contentious issue in the U.S., with federal agents claiming it's illegal while laws suggest otherwise.

Feb 9 • 08:00 UTC

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