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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'The Man Living with the King' Um Heung-do, They Said 'You're Just Like Him'

Um Heung-yong, a resident of Uijeongbu and descendant of Um Heung-do, was moved by the portrayal of his ancestor in the popular film 'The Man Living with the King.'

Mar 3 • 20:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The film L’Abandon, about the murder of Samuel Paty, was discreetly filmed last summer

The upcoming film L'Abandon, centered on the murder of history teacher Samuel Paty, was filmed discreetly last summer and announced just after the appeal verdict for the four men convicted in the case.

Mar 3 • 16:01 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Kalle Lind: How 'Fäbodjäntan' Became a Swedish Classic

Kalle Lind discusses how 'Fäbodjäntan' is more than just a simple porn film, highlighting its roots in Swedish culture.

Mar 3 • 05:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

‘They just wanted to send me to jail,’ Rajpal announces about the film Ata Pata Lapaata

Rajpal Yadav addresses the consequences of his debut production film 'Ata Pata Lapaata', which led him to serve time in jail due to a long-standing check bounce case.

Mar 1 • 15:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who was Pawan Singh's first wife, and why did she commit suicide three months after marriage?

The article discusses the tragic story of Pawan Singh's first marriage, including his wife's suicide just three months after their wedding.

Feb 28 • 08:22 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Netflix fans have just 4 days to stream 'flawless' thriller with 94% score

Netflix subscribers have a limited time to watch a highly-rated thriller film featuring a strong female lead and a gripping storyline.

Feb 24 • 22:33 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
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Assault: I just want to make movies not fight police, says Papaya Ex

Nigerian influencer Papaya Ex denies police claims of wrongdoing, asserting her intent to focus on film and content creation after alleging she was assaulted during a police encounter.

Feb 22 • 04:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Movie star suddenly dies at 32 from an unusual illness shortly after filming

South African model and actress Charlbi Dean Kriek passed away at the age of 32 due to an unusual illness just before the release of her breakout film, Triangle of Sadness.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The movie 'Wuthering Heights' became a worldwide sensation: it earned an impressive profit in just two days

The film 'Wuthering Heights' has garnered over €54 million globally, quickly earning back its production costs, while also sparking debates on its content among audiences.

Feb 21 • 07:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Timothée Chalamet has been preparing for significant roles for years. Annoying Big Marty may bring him his first Oscar

The article discusses Timothée Chalamet's preparation for his role in the film 'Big Marty,' which explores the rise of an ambitious young man in 1950s New York, just as it contemplates his potential for an Oscar nomination.

Feb 20 • 08:07 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

I Can Well Understand Why It Won the Palme d'Or

Jafar Panahi's film 'It Was Just an Accident' gains heightened relevance due to the current political situation in Iran, amidst ongoing protests.

Feb 19 • 17:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Kim Skotte: I Can Well Understand That It Has Won the Palme d'Or

Danish premiere of Jafar Panahi's Palme d'Or winner 'It Was Just an Accident' occurs amid rising tensions and brutal crackdowns in Iran.

Feb 19 • 17:31 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
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Oscar Favorite That Takes Your Breath Away

Iranian director Jafar Panahi is recognized for turning regime criticism into cinematic art with his film 'Just an Accident,' which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes last year and is a strong contender for the Oscar for Best International Film.

Feb 19 • 16:51 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
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Story of Kullervo - the film is slowly gathering viewers - not close to the top of the audience rankings

The film 'Kullervo's Story' struggles to attract audiences in theaters, accumulating just over 92,000 viewers since its release a month ago.

Feb 19 • 07:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

The Film 'The Miss' Talks More About Family Bonds Than Beauty Pageants

The film 'The Miss' focuses on emotional legacies within families rather than just beauty pageants.

Feb 18 • 18:30 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

"Obi Is A Boy" by Nigerian Dika Ofoma: "There is not just one way to be a man"

Nigerian filmmaker Dika Ofoma discusses his short film 'Obi Is A Boy,' which explores the complexities of masculinity and queer identity.

Feb 18 • 16:41 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
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Oscar-nominated co-writer of It Was Just an Accident released from Iranian prison

Mehdi Mahmoudian, co-writer of an Oscar-nominated film, has been released from an Iranian prison after a short detention for protesting against the government.

Feb 17 • 22:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

National Hero or Just a Lover? The Film 'Štúr' Deceives with Its Title. What Can It Captivate and What Is Missing in It

The film 'Štúr' explores the complexities of Slovak national identity and the need for heroes, prompting reflections on the public's engagement with historical figures.

Feb 17 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Violence as the Aesthetic of Desire: Why Emerald Fennell's 'Wuthering Heights' Offends Brontë?

Emerald Fennell's film adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights' presents a provocative interpretation that frames Emily Brontë's story as a love myth steeped in violence and asks if it offers more than just a romanticized suffering drama.

Feb 16 • 15:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Prashant Narayanan heavily criticized Kartik, 'very bad actor... just lucky!'

Prashant Narayanan has criticized Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan, calling him a 'very bad actor' during a podcast discussion about the current state of actors in the industry.

Feb 14 • 08:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

‘Must-see’ period drama fans are obsessed with will be leaving BBC iPlayer in just 27 days

A period drama film about Emily Brontë is set to leave BBC iPlayer soon and has received high praise.

Feb 11 • 04:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Cinema: Come on, just go out, Dad

In the film 'Die Ältern', Sebastian Bezzel portrays a father experiencing a midlife crisis after his children leave home, facing the challenges of family life and his writing career.

Feb 10 • 14:55 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Jacob Haugaard will just play himself with significant hair growth in nose and ears in international blockbuster

Danish comedian and former politician Jacob Haugaard, at age 73, is set to star in an international film project directed by an Oscar-winning director, marking a potential high point in his career.

Feb 10 • 10:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Blake Garrett dead: How To Eat Fried Worms child star dies at just 33

Blake Garrett, the child star from the film How To Eat Fried Worms, has tragically passed away at the age of 33, with uncertainties surrounding the cause of his death.

Feb 10 • 10:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Masterpiece' mystery thriller BBC iPlayer leaves viewers 'questioning what they just watched'

The psychological thriller 'Saltburn' on BBC iPlayer has captivated viewers with its unsettling story and breathtaking cinematography, though it has also left them feeling baffled by a particular shocking scene.

Feb 10 • 07:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC quietly drops 'captivating masterpiece' ahead of Wuthering Heights release

The BBC has added the film 'Emily' to iPlayer just before the cinematic release of 'Wuthering Heights', highlighting the struggles of its author, Emily Brontë.

Feb 9 • 18:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How did 'Drishyam' actress lose 15 kilograms in 60 days? Find out

Ishita Dutta, known for her role in the film 'Drishyam', shares her weight loss journey after delivering her second child, managing to lose 15 kg in just two months.

Feb 9 • 07:50 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Life & Tech

Why 'Wuthering Heights' is one of the year's most controversial adaptations

Emerald Fennell's adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights' has ignited debate over casting decisions and its modern interpretation amid online discussions just before its premiere.

Feb 8 • 21:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

'Munna Bhai' Star, An Accident Changed Her Fortune, Where Is 'Dekh Le' Girl Mumait?

Mumait Khan, known as the 'Dekh Le' girl from the film 'Munna Bhai MBBS', gained fame overnight at the age of 18, but her journey in the entertainment industry began when she was just 13.

Feb 7 • 01:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Unique bedroom for rent. Unusual free offer on Airbnb

An unusual Airbnb listing is available for rent just as the premiere of the much-anticipated film adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic novel "Wuthering Heights" approaches.

Feb 6 • 17:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The song 'Red Cars' from the movie 'Wedding' has conquered the internet. What do you think?

The song 'Red Cars' from the film 'Wedding' has gone viral, significantly contributing to the movie's status as the most-watched Croatian film after just 12 days of release.

Feb 5 • 15:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The Devil Wears Prada 2: The trailer made history with 222 million views in just 24 hours

The trailer for the sequel to the famous film "The Devil Wears Prada 2" broke previous records for 20th Century Studios by garnering 222 million views within the first 24 hours of its release, making it one of the most successful trailers of all time.

Feb 5 • 11:38 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

This Italian directs the Winter Games, three operas, a film, and just can't stop

Damiano Michieletto, Europe's busiest opera director, is also staging the opening of the Olympic Winter Games alongside stars like Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli.

Feb 5 • 10:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

"No one gave me anything": at 29, she is the daughter of a film teacher, seeks her place as a director and has just gotten engaged

Destry Allyn Spielberg, the youngest daughter of Steven Spielberg, is engaged and pursuing her career as a film director while rekindling her passion for horseback riding.

Feb 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

I Just Want To Be Cool on Their First Feature Film: 'We Don't Care if Others Think What We Do is Silly'

The humor group I Just Want To Be Cool, popular among youth, is releasing their first feature film after 15 years of success on YouTube, and they express their determination to stay true to their vision regardless of others' opinions.

Feb 4 • 20:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Christopher Nolan's Odyssey has already sparked negative comments, just a few months before hitting theaters

Christopher Nolan's upcoming film has sparked controversy and negative feedback primarily due to casting choices, notably Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy.

Feb 4 • 12:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

The story of 'ASSI' will chill you, Taapsee Pannu awaits justice, trailer released

Director Anubhav Sinha's upcoming film 'ASSI' portrays harsh social realities, and its trailer has just been released following a powerful motion poster.

Feb 4 • 11:44 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Will Ferrell left the controversial role after just two days: "This must stop"

Will Ferrell exited a controversial film role just two days after its announcement due to strong public backlash.

Feb 4 • 10:28 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The new artistic director of PÖFF is Triin Tramberg

Triin Tramberg has been appointed as the new artistic director of the Midnight Sun Film Festival (PÖFF), with Jan Joonas Pevkur leading the Just Film sub-festival.

Feb 3 • 15:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Triin Tramberg becomes the new artistic director of PÖFF

Triin Tramberg has been appointed as the new artistic director of the PÖFF festival, while Jan Joonas Pevkur will lead the Just Film sub-festival.

Feb 3 • 15:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KINOHITT HAS BEEN BORN ⟩ Homegrown Romantic Comedy Attracts Over 60,000 Viewers in Two Weeks

The Estonian version of the film 'Perfect Strangers' has reached 67,000 viewers in just 14 days, showcasing a strong interest in social humor among Estonians.

Feb 3 • 08:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Iran: Screenwriter of Oscar-nominated film arrested

Mehdi Mahmoudian, the screenwriter of the Oscar-nominated political thriller "It Was Just an Accident," was arrested in Iran along with director Jafar Panahi, with the reasons for the arrest remaining unclear.

Feb 3 • 07:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The Wedding Set a New Record, More Watched Than How the War Started on My Island

The film 'The Wedding' has become the most-watched Croatian film in history, surpassing the cult classic 'How the War Started on My Island' within just 12 days of its release.

Feb 3 • 06:31 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Perfect Strangers

The film 'Perfect Strangers' has attracted nearly 67,000 viewers in just a few weeks since its release in cinemas.

Feb 2 • 13:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Border 2' crosses 300 crores, but Suniel Shetty has not yet seen his son's film

Sunny Deol's 'Border 2' has made over 300 crores at the box office in just 10 days, as actor Ahan Shetty shares his thoughts on the film's success in an exclusive interview.

Feb 2 • 12:56 UTC

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