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Arnold Schwarzenegger visits Auschwitz

Film icon Arnold Schwarzenegger visited the site of the German Nazi death camp of Auschwitz on Wednesday.

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'Don't Worry Darling': Why controversies can't break a film

Against all odds and bad publicity, Don't Worry Darling is currently topping the charts in the US and UK. Does this mean that controversies and tabloid chat can't break a film?

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Oscar-winning 'Cuckoo's Nest' actor Louise Fletcher dies, aged 88

She won her Academy Award in 1973 for her role in One Flew Over The Cuckoo's nest, starring alongside Jack Nicholson.

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The secret story behind the Chinese Theatre’s famous cement footprints

The producers of the James Bond film franchise have cemented their place in Hollywood history. But how did the tradition begin?

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'Zorba The Greek' actress and singer Irene Papas dies aged 93

Irene Papas, the actress known internationally following performances in “The Guns of Navarone” in 1961 and “Zorba the Greek”, dies aged 93

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What happened to Brendan Fraser and how is he making a comeback?

Almost 10 years ago the Mummy trilogy star Brendan Fraser disappeared from Hollywood's spotlight completely. Now he is returning to the big screen and could get his hands on an Oscar? But what is the story behind his comeback?

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Welcome to Wrexham: Ryan Reynolds buys football club in new docuseries

A new docuseries titled Welcome to Wrexham follows Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s takeover of Wales’ oldest football club

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The 'King of the high Cs' honoured in Hollywood

He was one of the most acclaimed tenors of the modern era. And now, Luciano Pavarotti's name sits fittingly among the stars on the Hollywood walk of fame.

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Some foreign films betray sense and sensibilities for China censors

Minions 2, joins the likes of Fight Club and Star Wars which have completely different endings in China.

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A new book reveals many unseen images of Doris Day's private life

Paul McCartney is among the high-profiled fans celebrating Doris Day in a new coffee-table book, published to commemorate the late star's centennial.

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Cineworld files for bankruptcy protection in US but says all jobs safe

The struggling chain owes billions in euros and has cinemas across the UK and Eastern Europe.

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Hollywood isn't just for the stars: Inside Cali's most walkable city

An alternative guide to Hollywood - from roller skating on Sunset Boulevard to vegan dining.

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What will the Armie Hammer documentary expose?

The actor has been accused of rape and cannibalism; a new documentary explores the allegations and his dark family past.

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Hollywood and Bollywood are remaking classics: which will you watch?

Hollywood is giving 'The Exorcist' a groan-worthy remake, while Bollywood is looking to revive its fortunes this week with a tantalizing remake of its own…

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Olivia Newton-John, superstar singer and actress, dies at 73

The singer, a long-time resident of Australia, died on Monday at her southern California ranch, according to her husband.

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Marilyn Monroe still a major pop culture icon 60 years after her death

Born Norma Jeane Mortenson, Monroe was a sex symbol of the 1950s and 1960s and one of the key public figures of the era who made a lasting mark on pop culture.

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The Marilyn Monroe you may not know

Sixty years after the passing of Marilyn Monroe, here are six lesser-known facts about the iconic Hollywood star.

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Flames destroy sets at Cinecittà Studios but cause no victims

A fire broke out on Monday afternoon at Rome’s legendary Cinecittà Studios, the third fire since 2007 for the cinema complex looking to recapture former prestige

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What's Jordan Peele's 'Nope' horror about and when is it released?

'Nope', the highly anticipated science fiction horror film written and directed by Jordan Peele is soon to release. But how have critics responded to the movie so far?

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Which unlikely places are cashing in on location shooting?

Scenery can bring big bucks to any countries coffers, but which European locations are making a profit from theirs?