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Breakout Sundance films and key takeaways from this year's festival
Film wasn’t the only thing on people’s minds at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, which comes to a close Sunday in Park City, UtahABC News - 19h -
Our 6 favorite films at this year's Sundance
We came to Park City, Utah, with huge appetites for the 41st annual Sundance Film Festival. But we're trimming down our top picks to the very best of the best.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Sundance's top prizes go to 'Atropia' and 'Seeds'
Hailey Gates' "Atropia" and Brittany Shyne's "Seeds" claimed the top jury awards at Sundance, along with audience favorites "Twinless," "DJ Ahmet" and "Prime Minister."Los Angeles Times - 1d -
‘I lost 10 years of my life’: how UK betting giant’s unlawful marketing kept suicidal gambler hooked
Sam found himself getting sucked deeper and deeper in to betting, sometimes risking £11,000 in a day. Now a judge has ruled he was unlawfully targeted. At 1.17pm on 15 August 2018, Sam* logged in ...The Guardian - 18h -
Warner Bros strikes $1bn deal for film and TV catalogue including theme from Friends
Transaction with Cutting Edge Group comes as WBD chief David Zaslav seeks to boost company’s sharesFinancial Times - 1d -
Sluggish Sundance indie film market comes to life with Neon, Netflix deals
Indie studio Neon has broken the ice with the first deal at Sundance, acquiring the horror film 'Together' starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
The Sundance Film Festival goes online this week. Here’s how to watch the films
Access to the Sundance Film Festival doesn’t require a trip to Park City, Utah anymore; Just an internet connectionABC News - 3d -
Sundance Made Park City the It Town. Now, It’s Moving.
After holding the event for 40 years in the Utah ski town, organizers plan to take it elsewhere starting in 2027.The New York Times - 4d -
At this year's Sundance Film Festival, disconnection reigns and rabbits rule
It's the halfway point of the fest and themes are beginning to emerge — technological detachment, pets — along with stars Dev Patel, Steven Yeun and Rachel Sennott.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
At Sundance, a film about wildfire recovery stirs raw emotions: 'Community is the solution'
We sat down with the team behind 'Rebuilding' to discuss its timely depiction of a rancher (Josh O'Connor) attempting to pick up the pieces after a fire destroys his family's property.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
The spirit of Sundance
This month, the Sundance Film Festival is once again providing a showcase for independent filmmakers and documentarians from around the world. But that isn't all that Sundance does. "Sunday ...CBS News - 6d -
Behind the scenes at Sundance
This month, in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, the Sundance Film Festival is once again providing a showcase for independent filmmakers and documentarians from around the world. But that isn't all ...CBS News - 6d -
New accents: the company reshaping Brazilian film by showing ‘ordinary’ life
Filmes de Plástico has filled cinemas and won acclaim by focusing on Black characters living in poor urban areas. After arriving late several times at work, a librarian is dismissed from his ...The Guardian - Jan. 26 -
Cameron Diaz calls Hollywood retirement 'the best 10 years of my life,' but says she would have been 'a fool' to not come back
The 52-year-old said she's privileged to have the opportunity to make movies.CNBC - Jan. 25 -
For documentaries at Sundance, Oscar nominations (and wins) often follow
The Sundance Film Festival welcomed back three Oscar-winning documentary filmmakers to help kick off the annual independent film showcase in Park City, UtahABC News - Jan. 24 -
‘Everything is trying to kill you’: harrowing Ukraine film gets standing ovation at Sundance
Oscar-winning film-maker behind 20 Days in Mariupol returns to festival with bruising, on-the-ground look at ongoing conflict. A harrowing new documentary from Mstyslav Chernov on Ukraine’s ...The Guardian - Jan. 24 -
7 Latino films at Sundance 2025 to keep an eye out for
From a star-studded adaptation of a novel to a documentary about Tejano icon Selena Quintanilla, this year's slate of movies premiering at Sundance include several efforts by Latino filmmakers.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 23 -
Netflix Is the Anti-ESPN, and the Strategy Is Working
Sports programming has transformed the streaming service’s financial outlook, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
8 movies to look out for at the Sundance Film Festival
A robust number of near-experimental documentaries and narratives already call out to us from this year's lineup, sure to yield a crop of future award winners.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 23 -
Sundance 2025: the 10 films not to miss at this year’s festival
From a Jennifer Lopez musical to an Ayo Edebiri horror to a provocative prison documentary, this year’s Utah-based festival has plenty to be excited about. Sundance remains one of the toughest ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
Sundance 2025: 13(ish) movies to look forward to
The Sundance Film Festival catalogue can be overwhelming to navigate, with around 90 feature films playing across 11 daysABC News - Jan. 23 -
Sundance hopes to unify film lovers at a moment of turmoil and relocation
With a mix of returning veterans and first-time attendees, Sundance 2025 arrives at a turning point for the festival and uncertainty in the culture at large.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 22 -
Netflix raising prices as subscriptions soar
Netflix plans to raise the cost of a subscription after reporting one of its best financial quarters to end 2024. A standard basic plan including advertisements will now cost $17.99, with a premium ...The Hill - Jan. 22 -
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Sundance Film Festival
The annual Sundance Film Festival begins Thursday in Park City, UtahABC News - Jan. 22 -
Netflix is winning streaming’s battle royale
The company has managed to deviate from the script when it comes to corporate maturityFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Netflix had a record-breaking quarter. Here come the price hikes
The earnings report solidified Netflix's dominance in the market, with hits such as "Squid Game" and a boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 21 -
Netanyahu says Israel-Hamas deal cabinet vote is coming
Israel's prime minister says he expects a cabinet vote Friday on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has the latest on the deal as the world awaits an end ...CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Cease-Fire Deal With Israel Comes as Hamas Is Severely Weakened
Israel’s 15-month bombardment of Gaza has destroyed much of Hamas’s military wing. It has also degraded the Iran-backed proxy network that helps sustain the militant group.The New York Times - Jan. 15 -
Gaza Hostage Deal Could Come as Trump Takes Office, in Echoes of 1981
Dozens of American hostages held at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran for more than a year were freed just as Ronald Reagan was inaugurated.The New York Times - Jan. 15 -
Ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas 'on the brink of coming to fruition,' Biden says
Advances have been made in negotiations to broker a deal that would end Israel's deadly assault on Gaza and see the release of hostages held by Hamas.NBC News - Jan. 13 -
‘It’s the moment when genius comes into the universe’: the film recreating SNL’s chaotic first night
A new drama recalls the wild first broadcast of Saturday Night Live in 1975. Making it was as much of a high-wire act as the show itself, the film’s director Jason Reitman and stars reveal. There ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Worst NFL contracts of all time: Deshaun Watson's Browns deal comes further into spotlight after Achilles tear
Here's a look at some of the worst deals in NFL historyCBS Sports - Jan. 10 -
Oprah Winfrey Says Your Overall Life Satisfaction Comes Down to 6 Simple Words
Living your best life, the Oprah way.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
A silver lining to this sluggish market — plus, more evidence that Goldman is right to own
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
What Netflix deal means for WWE as it makes streaming debut
Stars such as The Rock and John Cena make a return as the flagship Raw show launches on Netflix.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
This is where Meghan Markle’s feel-at-home Netflix special was filmed
Markle has debuted the trailer for her new Netflix series, “With Love, Meghan,” which offers viewers an opportunity to “feel at home” with the Duchess.MarketWatch - Jan. 6 -
Indie band English Teacher kick off BBC's Sound of 2025
The Mercury Prize-winning band start the countdown of the BBC's annual list of music's rising stars.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
Jeff Baena, indie filmmaker and husband of Aubrey Plaza, dies at 47
Jeff Baena, an independent filmmaker who worked with his wife, Aubrey Plaza, has died. His last project was 2022's 'Spin Me Round.'Los Angeles Times - Jan. 4 -
Indie film-maker Jeff Baena dies aged 47
Husband of actor Aubrey Plaza was known for writing and directing Life After Beth and co-writing I Heart Huckabees. Independent director and screenwriter Jeff Baena – who was known for quirky hits ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
Netflix’s stock is still a sell and looks ‘overvalued in a momentum market’
Netflix Inc.’s stock was flat Friday after Benchmark analysts reiterated their sell rating on the stock even as they raised their price target by 30%, arguing that it’s looking overvalued in a ...MarketWatch - Jan. 3