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'Conclave' screenwriter stands by movie after Megyn Kelly criticism: 'I don't think the film is anti-Catholic'

The screenwriter of "Conclave" is defending the Golden Globe-winning film from criticism by Megyn Kelly, saying it's not "anti-Catholic." “I don’t think the film is anti-Catholic. I was brought up ...

The Hill - 38m

‘I laughed, I cried, I reflected on many things’: Guardian readers’ best films of 2024

From the mullets in Love Lies Bleeding and the bonkers body horror of The Substance to the tender humanism of Crossing, there was something for all tastes in 2024. Our readers share their ...

The Guardian - 6h

ElliQ maker Intuition Robotics launches AI system to support caregivers who help older adults

Intuition Robotics, creators of the award-winning ElliQ AI companion robot, announced a new ElliQ solution to help caregivers.

VentureBeat - 7h

Amazon's Prime Video Acquires Melania Trump Film

The project is expected to be released in the second half of this year.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

Viola Davis and Ted Danson celebrated for career achievements in film and TV at Golden Globes event

Viola Davis and Ted Danson have been celebrated for their career achievements in film and television during the Golden Gala: An Evening of Excellence

ABC News - 2d

Kidman gives tearful dedication to late mother as film stars gather for heartfelt Palm Springs gala

Nicole Kidman has given a long-awaited dedication to her late mother at the Palm Springs Film Festival's 36th annual International Film Awards

ABC News - 2d

Sonic The Hedgehog Film Franchise Races Past $1 Billion At The Box Office

Paramount Pictures has announced that the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise has earned more than $1 billion at the global box office. The movie franchise--based on Sega's long-running video game ...

GameSpot - 7h

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 - 10h

Chalamet snubbed, Demi Moore hailed: the key film Golden Globes shocks and surprises

Adrien Brody’s speech was a convincing Oscar audition, Moore emerged as a serious contender for The Substance – and the awards as a whole emerged reborn • The Brutalist and Emilia Pérez triumph ...

The Guardian - 10h

'Emilia Pérez' and 'Shogun' earn four Golden Globes each; 'The Brutalist' wins best drama film

Emmy- and Grammy-nominated stand-up comedian Nikki Glaser will make her debut as Globes emcee.

NBC News - 22h

WATCH: The major films and TV series to watch for the Golden Globes

As the Golden Globes mark the unofficial kick off Hollywood’s award season, ABC News’ Will Ganss takes a look at the top contenders to take home an award.

ABC News - 1d

The Guardian view on film and feminism in China: women feel Her Story is their story | Editorial

The hit comedy has struck a chord by celebrating female friendship and pushing back against misogyny. Just over a year ago, Xi Jinping told China’s national women’s congress that the Communist ...

The Guardian - 1d

Film concerts: Performing movie music live

An increasingly popular symphony orchestra concert is a screening of a movie such as "Jaws" accompanied by a live performance of the music—reeling in new audiences to the concert hall.

CBS News - 1d

Clues, improvisation and anti-pigeon devices – the vision behind Mike Leigh’s new film Hard Truths

The director’s trademark extemporising extends to touring suburbia to find the perfect setting for his latest production. Mike Leigh is known for asking his cast of actors to develop their ...

The Guardian - 1d

Jeff Baena, Film Director and Husband of Aubrey Plaza, Dies at 47

Mr. Baena, who was married to the actress Aubrey Plaza, co-wrote the existential comedy “I Heart Huckabees,” and wrote and directed films including “Life After Beth” and “The Little Hours.”

The New York Times - 1d

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 - 2d

China's overqualified youth taking jobs as drivers, labourers and film extras

With high youth unemployment rates, Chinese graduates are resorting to working as waiters, cleaners and movie extras.

BBC News - 2d

Shares of alcohol makers fall after US official calls for cancer warnings

Surgeon-general calls for more prominent warning labels on drinks to raise awareness of the link

Financial Times - 2d

Andrew Garfield on weepie rom-com We Live in Time: ‘I love that this film wears its heart on its sleeve’

Take a hanky to this film – you’ll laugh and you might well cry. Andrew Garfield and the director John Crowley talk about portraying grief on screen so it rings true. It’s no spoiler to say that We ...

The Guardian - 3d

Gracie Mansion Intruder Films Himself During New Year’s Break-In

A man jumped a fence early on New Year’s Day, entered the New York mayor’s official residence and stole a Christmas ornament, the police said. The mayor, Eric Adams, was not there.

The New York Times - 4d

Canceling the apocalypse? What can we learn from films set in 2025

From monsters fighting robots to a grim look at a decaying healthcare system, past movies set in this new year offer a mixed outlook on what’s to come. The year 2025: It certainly has that ...

The Guardian - 4d

Chinese EV makers BYD, Nio, Li and XPeng end 2024 on a sales high

Chinese electric-vehicle makers enjoyed strong sales in December 2024 as the country’s EV price war continued.

MarketWatch - 4d

Ridley Scott is a genius film-maker who can do anything – even start a political crisis in Malta

It wouldn’t be a press tour without the Gladiator II director saying something contentious, and now he’s managed to upset big cheeses on the Mediterranean island. For a while, it looked as if ...