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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pedro Almodóvar wins free exhibition at Cinemateca in SP in March

The Cinemateca Brasileira in São Paulo will host a free retrospective of the filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar’s work from March 4 to 15, featuring 20 films preserved in 35mm.

Feb 28 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Mel Brooks, fierce and lethal

Mel Brooks, renowned humorist and filmmaker, celebrates his 99th birthday, reflecting on his lasting impact on American comedy.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Even soldiers do not see as much death as paramedics on the front line. Such courage, I have never experienced anywhere, says Swedish filmmaker

Sebastian Lidström discusses the extraordinary bravery and humanity of military paramedics on the Ukrainian front, highlighting their willingness to risk their lives to save others.

Feb 28 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Send Help: Sam Raimi Returns

The article discusses filmmaker Sam Raimi's return to the industry after a hiatus.

Feb 27 • 13:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Vikram Bhatt's 'Toys' Payment Game! The Lead Actress Has Not Received Her Fee

Indian filmmaker Vikram Bhatt faces controversy again as it's revealed that he has not paid the crew or the lead actress of his upcoming film 'Toys'.

Feb 27 • 09:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

'Kapil Dev will hit sixes, then people will say Mogambo is happy' - Why Javed said this

In a recent interview, filmmaker Shekhar Kapur reflected on the iconic villain Mogambo from the film 'Mr. India', discussing the creation of the character and the famous dialogue.

Feb 27 • 08:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Gonzalo Suárez, before the Goya of Honor: "I have been lucky, but not successful"

Gonzalo Suárez, a 94-year-old Oviedo-based filmmaker, writer, and journalist, reflects on his career as he receives the Goya de Honor award, acknowledging his luck over outright success.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Laughing at Oliver Laxe

The article discusses the public's humorous reaction to filmmaker Oliver Laxe and the absurdity of his statements during the promotion of his latest film, 'Sirat.'

Feb 26 • 20:29 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

South Korean director Park Chan-wook to lead Cannes festival jury

Park Chan-wook, renowned South Korean filmmaker, has been appointed to lead the jury at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.

Feb 26 • 17:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook to Chair Jury at the Next Cannes Festival

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook will be the first South Korean to chair the jury at the Cannes Film Festival, succeeding French actress Juliette Binoche.

Feb 26 • 13:25 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
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Even soldiers do not see as much death as rescuers on the front. I've never seen such bravery, says Swedish filmmaker

A Swedish filmmaker highlights the extraordinary bravery of military medics on the Ukrainian front, emphasizing their increasingly dangerous work due to evolving battlefield conditions.

Feb 26 • 11:07 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tunde Kelani slams unauthorised upload of film clips on social media

Veteran Nigerian filmmaker Tunde Kelani has criticized the unauthorized sharing of clips from his films online, labeling it as piracy.

Feb 26 • 07:41 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Nanni Moretti's 'Dear Diary' for the No to the Referendum

Renowned Italian filmmaker Nanni Moretti publicly announced his opposition to the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform scheduled for March 22-23.

Feb 25 • 23:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Sarah Maldoror Show Highlights Her Political and Poetic Weight in Black Cinema

A retrospective honoring the influential black filmmaker Sarah Maldoror takes place in São Paulo, showcasing her pivotal role in anti-colonial cinema.

Feb 25 • 20:46 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Nanni Moretti on Instagram: "I vote no in the referendum, best regards"

Filmmaker Nanni Moretti has publicly declared his opposition to an upcoming referendum in Italy through an Instagram post.

Feb 25 • 18:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The flavors of Wong Kar-Wai: when and where to try limited edition dishes inspired by the work of the Chinese filmmaker

In Buenos Aires, a restaurant is hosting a pop-up event featuring a special menu inspired by Wong Kar-wai's new series 'Blossoms Shanghai' as a celebration of its release.

Feb 25 • 18:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

John Skoog: "Who needs cynicism these days?"

Artist and filmmaker John Skoog discusses his project "Värn," which encompasses an exhibition at Moderna Museet and a feature film, both reflecting on Cold War themes and modern societal anxieties.

Feb 25 • 17:04 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Crime & Justice

Acclaimed Canadian Oscar-winning filmmaker pays his rape accuser nearly $2-million settlement

Filmmaker Paul Haggis has paid nearly $2 million to his rape accuser, Haleigh Breest, settling her case after a jury initially ordered him to pay $10 million in damages.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Disney appoints Argentine filmmaker Daniel Burman to lead Latin American content

Disney has appointed Argentine filmmaker Daniel Burman as the head of original content for Disney+ in Latin America.

Feb 24 • 15:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

'Utterly unforgivable': Filmmaker quits as BAFTA judge over handling of racist slur at awards ceremony

Filmmaker Jonte Richardson resigns from his position as a BAFTA judge due to the organization's mishandling of a racist slur incident during the awards ceremony.

Feb 24 • 11:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The son of filmmaker Rob Reiner pleads not guilty to the murder of his parents

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murdering his parents, discovered dead in their Los Angeles home shortly before Christmas.

Feb 23 • 18:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Rob Reiner's son pleads not guilty to murder of his parents

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, pleaded not guilty to the murder charges for the fatal stabbing of his parents.

Feb 23 • 18:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

United States: Rob Reiner's son pleads not guilty to the murder of his parents

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, has pleaded not guilty to the murder of his parents, raising concerns about his mental health.

Feb 23 • 18:09 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Rob Reiner's son denies guilt

Nick Reiner is charged with the murder of his father, filmmaker Rob Reiner, and mother, photographer Michele Singer Reiner, and has denied the charges in court.

Feb 23 • 17:32 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Rob Reiner's son pleads not guilty to murdering his parents

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner and photographer Michele Singer Reiner, has pleaded not guilty to the charge of murdering his parents.

Feb 23 • 17:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Our thinking contains violence, its roots are in Mahabharata,' director defends O Romeo

Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj defends the violent elements in his recent film O Romeo by linking them to the historical context of violence in the Mahabharata.

Feb 23 • 13:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Vishal Bhardwaj expresses desire to make a film with Shah Rukh, why he faced trolling?

Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has stated his interest in collaborating with Shah Rukh Khan, which led to a mixed response from the public.

Feb 23 • 12:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Interview: 'Beavers Take Care of the Damn Other Animals'

Filmmaker Jim Jarmusch discusses his latest film 'Father Mother Sister Brother', which features an ensemble cast and focuses on family conversations.

Feb 23 • 10:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Mstyslav Chernov's documentary '2000 Meters to Andriivka' to air on ETV

The documentary '2000 Meters to Andriivka' by filmmaker Mstyslav Chernov, depicting the struggles of a village near Donetsk during the war in Ukraine, is set to air on ETV.

Feb 23 • 09:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Reema Das Raises the Flag of Indian Cinema Again with a Big Achievement in Children's Film

Filmmaker Reema Das has won international recognition for her children’s film 'Not a Hero' at the Berlin International Film Festival.

Feb 23 • 08:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'The Kerala Story 2' Called Nonsense by Anurag, Director Furious

There's ongoing controversy surrounding the film 'The Kerala Story 2', with filmmaker Anurag Kashyap calling it nonsensical, prompting a strong reaction from the movie's director.

Feb 23 • 06:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Other Side of a Star. She Has an Organic Farm, Raises Sheep, and Produces the Wool with Which She Weaves Ponchos and Blankets

Isabella Rossellini, a renowned actress and filmmaker, dedicates her life to organic farming, raising sheep, and promoting animal behavior education.

Feb 23 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Shirish Kunder's 'Shirtless' Avatar, Users Ask: Real Body or AI?

Filmmaker Shirish Kunder has caught public attention with several recent shirtless posts on social media, leading to debates about the authenticity of his muscular physique.

Feb 23 • 01:40 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Sydney filmmaker takes top prize at revived short film festival Tropfest

Lianne Mackessy, a filmmaker from Sydney, won the top award at the Tropfest short film festival for her film 'Crescendo' during its revival after a seven-year hiatus.

Feb 22 • 19:29 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Johannes Hagman: Documentarian Frederick Wiseman Had an Eye for Details

The article reflects on the life and work of documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman, noting his keen attention to both the absurd and the sublime aspects of humanity.

Feb 22 • 14:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Ram Gopal Varma praises 'Dhurandhar', ridicules film Toxic!

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma criticizes the upcoming film 'Toxic' while praising 'Dhurandhar', both set to clash at the box office on March 19.

Feb 22 • 12:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Kerala Story 2 is a divisive film, Anurag Kashyap says it's just about money...

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap criticized 'The Kerala Story 2' trailer, claiming it promotes propaganda and is solely aimed at profit.

Feb 22 • 11:21 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Berlinale Closing: Carsten Schneider criticizes pro-Palestinian speech

During the Berlinale closing ceremony, Environment Minister Carsten Schneider left in protest of a pro-Palestinian speech by filmmaker Abdallah Alkhatib.

Feb 22 • 10:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Castro Alves Literary Fair will feature shows by Alexandre Pires and Mumuzinho, and a tribute to Glauber Rocha; learn more

The Castro Alves Literary Fair is set to take place from March 12 to 15, 2026, featuring renowned musicians and a tribute to filmmaker Glauber Rocha.

Feb 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

'Yellow Letters' by the Turkish-German Ilker Çatak wins the Golden Bear for Best Film at the Berlinale

The film 'Yellow Letters' by Turkish-German filmmaker Ilker Çatak won the Golden Bear for Best Film at the 76th Berlinale, highlighting issues of censorship and political persecution in Turkey.

Feb 21 • 19:04 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

David Attenborough is about to turn 100. What is the secret to the naturalist's long life?

David Attenborough's upcoming 100th birthday will be celebrated with three special BBC programs showcasing his work as a nature explorer and documentary filmmaker.

Feb 20 • 12:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Know Salim Khan's Health Update

Filmmaker Salim Khan has been hospitalized since February 17 due to a minor brain hemorrhage.

Feb 20 • 07:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With 'Yes', a chaotic film, filmmaker Nadav Lapid attacks Israel's 'yes' to war

Nadav Lapid's new film "Yes" critiques the complicity of individuals in the face of war by exploring the moral dilemmas of a struggling jazz musician in Israel.

Feb 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'We will take out a procession on a donkey,' said Tigmanshu, who cried hearing the threat; Jaya Bachchan saved him

Filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia revealed he was threatened with a public humiliation plan during the filming of 'Haasil,' which was thwarted by actress Jaya Bachchan's intervention.

Feb 19 • 17:11 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Oscar favorite that takes your breath away

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has transformed regime criticism into compelling film art, with his acclaimed work 'Just an Accident' winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes and positioning him as a top contender for the Oscar for Best International Film.

Feb 19 • 16:51 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Filmmaker M. M. Baig passes away at the age of 70, body found in his home

Senior filmmaker M. M. Baig has passed away at the age of 70, with his body found in his home after neighbors reported a foul odor.

Feb 19 • 15:44 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Operation Sindhoor' will be made into a film, will Vivek Agnihotri reveal the truth? Breaking the silence

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri is reportedly preparing a major film based on India's 'Operation Sindhoor', which was conducted to destroy terrorist bases in Pakistan and PoK after an attack in 2025.

Feb 19 • 13:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Wim Wenders – A German Friend

Wim Wenders, a prominent German filmmaker, emphasizes the need for filmmakers to remain politically neutral during a press conference at the 76th Berlin Film Festival, drawing attention to the presentation of the film 'Uchronia'.

Feb 19 • 05:17 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Chloé Zhao, director of 'Hamnet', opens up before the Oscars: her origins in cinema and how she shapes characters

Chinese filmmaker Chloé Zhao discusses her upcoming Oscar nominations for 'Hamnet' and shares insights into her journey in the film industry.

Feb 19 • 05:02 UTC

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