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BRIT Awards 2024: RAYE makes history with record number of wins

Singer-songwriter RAYE made history last night, winning six of the seven prizes she was nominated for. She beats the likes of Blur, Adele and Harry Styles in terms of wins at a single ceremony.

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What is the new French campaign #MeTooGarçons?

Is France facing a watershed moment for all those who have been silenced in the entertainment industry? The #MeTooGarçons campaign may be a small step in that direction, but it has certainly given male victims of abuse a voice.

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Cultural loss: UK's oldest working cinema closes its doors

"The UK is losing its cultural hubs to gentrification right before our eyes."

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Film of the Week: 'Dune: Part Two' - Bigger but is it better?

Has Dennis Villeneuve dune it again? Mostly.

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Eurovision 2024: Does Israel face disqualification?

The tug-of-war between Eurovision and Israel continues, as two songs – ‘October Rain’ and its runner up ‘Dance Forever’ - have reportedly been rejected for their "political" nature. Israel has until 11 March to submit a song that complies with the Eurovision rules.

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Love, Gloves and Cocktails: European Leap Year superstitions

It's 29th February - a date that comes only every 4 years. But why, and what are the traditions and superstitions in Europe surrounding this special day?

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Richard Lewis: Curb Your Enthusiasm comedian dies at 76

Humorously morose US comedian was “one of the funniest people on the planet."

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Melancholia, Love and Sasquatches: Top 10 Movies from Berlinale 2024

Here is our Top 10 from this year's Berlin International Film Festival - keep an eye out for these gems.

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John Waters set to make first film in 20 years

After 2004's ' A Dirty Shame', the master of all things transgressive is set to return to the director's chair with an adaptation of his first novel, "Liarmouth". Here's the lowdown.

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Police seize 72 firearms at home of French film star Alain Delon

Alain Delon does not have permit for any of the 72 weapons seized from his home south of Paris.

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Gaza dialogue amid controversy: We meet the Tiny Space Initiative

While the highly politicised 74th edition of the Berlinale ended with the announcement of an investigation and accusations of antisemitism, there was one small location trying to do some good during the festival. Euronews Culture met the people behind the Tiny Space initiative.

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Antisemitism and criminal charges: Berlinale controversy explained

A highly politicized edition of the Berlin International Film Festival ended last weekend, but divisions surrounding political messaging are ongoing. The Berlinale is now embroiled in controversy which severely tarnishes its reputation. Here’s why.

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Why is this UK singer having to deny antisemitism accusations?

“From The River To The Sea” is viewed by many pro-Israel supporters as a way to call for the eradication of the Israeli state.

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Golden Bear 2024 goes to Mati Diop’s restitution documentary 'Dahomey'

A strange set of choices for the winners of this year's Berlinale - but the Golden Bear is merited, with the French-Senegalese director Mati Diop providing a fascinating and multifaceted look at a timely issue centred around the ills of colonialism.

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Berlinale 2024: Kazik Radwanski and Matt Johnson talk ‘Matt and Mara’

Premiering at the Berlinale, 'Matt and Mara' has the foundations of a 'Will-they-won't-they?' romantic comedy but ends up as a far more knotty 'What-if-they-could?' study of unspoken bonds. Euronews Culture sits down with the director and lead actor to talk about the film.

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Berlinale 2024: Director Brandt Andersen on 'The Strangers' Case'

Rare are films like 'The Strangers' Case' that manage to combine striking authenticity with suspenseful, pulse-racing thrills. Euronews Culture sits down with veteran producer, director and activist Brandt Andersen to discuss his film, starring Omar Sy and premiering at the Berlinale.

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Berlinale 2024 review: 'Architecton'

A magnificently realised piece of meditative cinema about finding "a new idea of beauty".

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Berlinale 2024 review: 'Des Teufels Bad' ('The Devil's Bath')

A punishingly bleak but mesmerizing portrait of female depression in 18th century Austria and the sins of religious dogma that persist to this day.

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Berlinale 2024: Inside the Martin Scorsese press conference

Martin Scorsese comes to the Berlin Film Festival to receive his honorary Golden Bear. We were at the press conference...

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Berlinale 2024 review: 'Sasquatch Sunset'

Who knew that one of the most memorable films at this year's Berlinale would feature sasquatches pissing, pooping, and discovering the vastness of their world?

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