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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

US-Iran War from Israel, this scene from 'Kurbaan' is going viral

A powerful scene from the 2009 film 'Kurbaan' featuring Saif Ali Khan and Vivek Oberoi is going viral on social media, igniting discussions about terrorism amid recent US-Israel tensions with Iran.

Mar 2 • 14:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

War, espionage, and emotion: the clashes between Iran and Israel have also been portrayed on the film screen

Tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated, with Israel conducting airstrikes against Iranian targets and Iran retaliating against US military bases in the Middle East, while these conflicts are also depicted in films.

Feb 28 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Masterpiece' war period drama fans say is 'unlike anything on screen' on Netflix now

A new Viking action drama film on Netflix, directed by Robert Eggers, has gained acclaim as a 'must-watch masterpiece' for its captivating storytelling and action.

Feb 28 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Thanks to streaming, love wins in the war for the future of Hollywood

Streaming services are reshaping Hollywood's production landscape, bringing back romantic comedies and dramas that had been sidelined in favor of superhero films.

Feb 28 • 03:01 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
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

‘Scarlet’: a female and anti-war ‘Hamlet’ in impressive ‘anime’

Mamoru Hosoda's latest animated film, 'Scarlet', presents a female lead in a unique anti-war adaptation reminiscent of 'Hamlet'.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

Film awards race shows what stories about war West prefers to hear

The article discusses the prominence of two films about Russia and Ukraine in the current film awards season, highlighting the success of 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' over '2,000 Meters to Andriivka.'

Feb 26 • 18:52 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
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

A Unique Premiere. This Film Must Be Seen by Every Beatles Fan

The film directed by Julie Taymor, describes a love story set against the backdrop of war and societal changes, featuring actors Jim Sturgess, Evan Rachel Wood, and Joe Anderson.

Feb 26 • 09:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

War film based on best-selling book streaming on BBC iPlayer now

A World War II film, 'The Eagle Has Landed', is now available for streaming on BBC iPlayer, featuring a notable cast of stars from the 1970s.

Feb 26 • 06:00 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
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

From forbidden gay love to kinky queer romance: The latest film releases

A film critic discusses recent film releases, particularly focusing on 'The History of Sound,' a love story set during World War I that has drawn comparisons to 'Brokeback Mountain.'

Feb 25 • 15:38 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Many contradictions in the 'confession', pointed out by negative film: Hino Town case 'posthumous retrial'

The Hino Town case from 1984, regarded as the second posthumous retrial of a murder case in post-war Japan, highlights inconsistencies in the confession of the accused, Hiroshi Sakuhara, leading to new evaluations of the evidence.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Gripping' War Film with 'Spellbinding' Performances Streaming on Netflix Now

The film 'Outlaw King' is now streaming on Netflix UK, featuring stirring performances and a compelling narrative of Scotland's fight for independence.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

When I don't feel safe, I say I'm from Poprad, says Ukrainian director making a film about child abductions to Russia

Ukrainian director Anna Ahaliieva discusses her experiences of facing discrimination in Slovakia and her work on a film about Ukrainian children abducted to Russia.

Feb 24 • 14:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tom Hanks will play Abraham Lincoln in a film adaptation

Tom Hanks is set to portray Abraham Lincoln in the film adaptation of George Saunders' novel, 'Lincoln in the Bardo', which combines live-action and stop-motion animation.

Feb 24 • 00:04 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
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

After the success of "In the Net: The Birth of the TTT Legends", director Dzintars Dreibergs reveals what his next film will be about

Director Dzintars Dreibergs announced that his next film will focus on the Legion during World War II, shifting away from basketball stories.

Feb 23 • 08:04 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

"War - a cure" for every ailment

The article reflects on the potential use of war as a distraction from political scandals, drawing parallels between a Hollywood film and contemporary geopolitical tension regarding Iran.

Feb 22 • 05:42 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Ukrainian documentary on Russian war crimes wins Berlinale Panorama Audience Award

The documentary 'Traces' by Ukrainian directors Alisa Kovalenko and Marysia Nikitiuk received the Panorama Audience Award at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival for its portrayal of the impact of Russian aggression on Ukrainian women.

Feb 21 • 12:42 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Brendan Fraser looks unrecognizable as a key character from World War II

Brendan Fraser is experiencing a career resurgence, portraying Dwight D. Eisenhower in the upcoming film 'Pressure,' which depicts the critical moments leading up to the D-Day invasion.

Feb 20 • 17:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Thomas Shelby confronts his son in the new trailer for the Peaky Blinders movie - L'Immortal

Thomas Shelby faces off against his son Duke in the new trailer for the upcoming Peaky Blinders film, set in 1940 amid World War II tensions.

Feb 20 • 11:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Must a Hitler Youth bear the burden of their parents' guilt?

The drama 'Amrum' is set on a mythical German island during the last days of World War II, where a young boy struggles between his love for his mother and the burden of Nazism.

Feb 20 • 07:00 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
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The official trailer for Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is out, with Cillian Murphy tougher than ever

The official trailer for the movie 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man' has been released, showcasing a more epic narrative set in World War II with Cillian Murphy reprising his role as Tommy Shelby.

Feb 19 • 19:02 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Henrik Dorsin's Foreign Office Bureaucrat Saves Jews in a Dangerous Mix of Comedy and Heroic Story

The article discusses how the upcoming Netflix film "The Swedish Link" aims to highlight the lesser-known efforts of Gösta Engzell, similar to those of Raoul Wallenberg, in saving Jews during World War II.

Feb 19 • 18:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

New Peaky Blinders film trailer teases mysterious new character

The trailer for the upcoming 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man' introduces a new character named Kaulo and sets the scene for the film's plot involving Tommy Shelby and his son Duke during World War Two.

Feb 19 • 14:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The story of sound is like Brokeback Mountain, yes, but it won’t make history

'The Story of Sound' explores a romantic relationship between two young Americans in the early 20th century and their connection to music and culture.

Feb 19 • 09:02 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

She so wanted to be French. But they sent her to a concentration camp

The article discusses the cultural impact of films depicting life under foreign occupation, particularly in the context of World War II, as illustrated by the film adaptation of Irène Némirovsky's novel 'Suite Française.'

Feb 18 • 15:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Prostějov will support the film Lonely Wolf about the fate of RAF pilot Josef František

Prostějov city is set to support the film 'Lonely Wolf', which tells the story of RAF pilot Josef František.

Feb 18 • 10:25 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Gordan Malić Deconstructed the Peacemaker: The Same Theses Were Presented by Milošević's Propaganda

Journalist Gordan Malić critiques the documentary film 'Peacemaker', arguing it presents the Homeland War as a civil conflict and includes testimonies of witnesses who admitted to lying in court.

Feb 18 • 09:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Dealing with the Gaza War: Filmmakers Criticize Berlinale

Around 80 filmmakers, including prominent figures like Tilda Swinton and Javier Bardem, have criticized the Berlinale film festival for not adequately addressing the situation in Gaza in an open letter published in Variety.

Feb 18 • 07:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Daring' war film directed by Brit acting legend now available on BBC iPlayer

The BBC iPlayer has released a haunting adaptation of William Shakespeare’s 'Coriolanus', directed by Ralph Fiennes in his directorial debut.

Feb 18 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

On This Day... 1776, the first major series created with artificial intelligence sparks controversy: "The world is not yet ready for author AI"

The controversy over the first AI-created series about the American Revolutionary War highlights the clash between tradition and innovation in cinema.

Feb 18 • 05:03 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Sedlar is shooting a big film about Vukovar, now it’s HAVC’s turn: ‘If we don’t do it now…’

Croatian director Jakov Sedlar is developing an international film project about Vukovar as a continuation of his trilogy on the Homeland War.

Feb 17 • 19:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Desert, Power, and Illness: The Drama of Isolation in the Saudi Film 'Hobaal'

The film 'Hobaal' reflects a significant shift in Saudi cinema, showcasing themes of family isolation and authority during the Gulf War.

Feb 16 • 17:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian film Animals in War to be released in North American cinemas

The Ukrainian film 'Animals in War' is set to be released in North America, showcasing seven short stories about rescuing animals during the war.

Feb 16 • 11:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Near-perfect' sci-fi war film fans should stream instead of The Predator

The article suggests a 1986 sci-fi war film as an alternative to the airing of The Predator, praising it as an all-time favorite and masterpiece.

Feb 14 • 22:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Poignant' war film based on harrowing true story streaming on BBC iPlayer now

A war film based on Ernest Hemingway’s novel 'A Farewell To Arms' is now available for streaming on BBC iPlayer, receiving acclaim for its emotional depth and cinematography.

Feb 13 • 07:00 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Films Revive the Spanish Civil War

Films are bringing renewed attention to the Spanish Civil War as its 90th anniversary approaches.

Feb 10 • 02:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Moving testimonials from Gaza doctors after the screening of "The Last Doctor" at the Al Jazeera Forum

Doctors from Gaza shared impactful stories following the screening of the film "The Last Doctor" at the Al Jazeera Forum, highlighting the struggles of the healthcare system amidst war.

Feb 9 • 13:24 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"The Doll." The Trailer War Has Started. Film and Series This Autumn

Netflix's series "The Doll" is a contemporary reinterpretation of Bolesław Prus's classic, exploring themes of love, status, and ambition set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing social hierarchy in 19th-century Warsaw.

Feb 9 • 13:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Best historical war movie of the decade' is now streaming free

The film 'The Woman King,' praised by fans as the best historical war movie of the past decade, is now available for free streaming on Channel 4.

Feb 8 • 19:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The War Over Helena in the "Odyssey". What Did Homer Really Write About Her?

A proposed casting of Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of the Odyssey has sparked controversy among defenders of Western culture.

Feb 8 • 14:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

'Taxi Driver' Turns 50 as a Distressing Portrait of the Contemporary World

The article reflects on the 50th anniversary of the film 'Taxi Driver' and its profound impact on understanding the post-Vietnam experience in America.

Feb 8 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ukraine Studio at 18:45: Riho Terras and Aljona Suržikova

The upcoming episode of 'Ukraine Studio' features General Riho Terras and film director Aljona Suržikova discussing Ukraine's current situation amidst an ongoing brutal winter and challenges in peace negotiations.

Feb 8 • 12:22 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Is Terminator Really a Film for Nostalgics? (and Other Viewing Tips)

This article explores a selection of recent and classic titles available on streaming services that reflect contemporary themes, including a spy series from Iran and a chilling war drama.

Feb 6 • 19:11 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Trailer released for Netflix's SF film War Machine with Alan Ritchson

The newly released trailer for Netflix's sci-fi action thriller War Machine features Alan Ritchson facing an unprecedented threat during military training.

Feb 5 • 18:23 UTC

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