http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:23:27 +0200 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:23:27 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/08/03/the-countdown-to-barbieland-will-we-ever-get-a-barbie-sequel http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/08/03/the-countdown-to-barbieland-will-we-ever-get-a-barbie-sequel Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:23:18 +0200 Pressure is mounting to get a deal secured before the end of the year and so far, negotiations have stalled... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/08/03/spider-man-brand-new-day-scores-second-biggest-ever-global-opening-weekend-nears-1bn-world http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/08/03/spider-man-brand-new-day-scores-second-biggest-ever-global-opening-weekend-nears-1bn-world Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:29:00 +0200 The recently released 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has made box office history in its first weekend in cinemas and looks set to pass the $1bn mark in the next couple of days. It's on track to becoming the highest grossing movie of 2026, overtaking 'The Odyssey''s box office tally in just four days. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/31/netflix-sued-for-105m-over-stolen-nicolas-cage-world-war-ii-thriller-fortitude http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/31/netflix-sued-for-105m-over-stolen-nicolas-cage-world-war-ii-thriller-fortitude Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:11:11 +0200 The lawsuit states that an encrypted copy of the film was on one of several hard drives stolen from Netflix offices in Los Angeles last month, and that the theft has compromised the sale of the film. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/30/crude-language-of-maga-author-joyce-carol-oates-defends-the-odyssey-after-translators-scat http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/30/crude-language-of-maga-author-joyce-carol-oates-defends-the-odyssey-after-translators-scat Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:01:24 +0200 The cultural debate over Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ continues, with Pulitzer Prize-finalist Joyce Carol Oates defending the film following a scathing review by translator Emily Wilson, who wrote that the film had “nothing convincing to say.” http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/30/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-spider-man-brand-new-day-spidey-to-the-mcus-rescue http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/30/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-spider-man-brand-new-day-spidey-to-the-mcus-rescue Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:25:36 +0200 It’s been a rough five years for the world’s biggest movie franchise. The MCU has delivered more misses than hits in its post-'Endgame' era, and now relies on everyone's favourite wall-crawler to save the day. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/29/rocking-the-iron-curtain-how-queens-1986-budapest-concert-cracked-the-soviet-bloc http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/29/rocking-the-iron-curtain-how-queens-1986-budapest-concert-cracked-the-soviet-bloc Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:07:35 +0200 On 27 July 1986, a concert by British rock band Queen in Budapest symbolically tore down the Iron Curtain. A crowd of 80,000 filled the People's Stadium to feel the first wave of freedom. The band's official photographer Denis O'Regan recalls that night in an exclusive interview with Euronews. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/27/guillermo-del-toro-absolutely-no-goddamn-ai-in-pans-labyrinth-restoration http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/27/guillermo-del-toro-absolutely-no-goddamn-ai-in-pans-labyrinth-restoration Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:34:44 +0200 “What we’re protecting is the beauty and the redeeming power of art," said the iconic director, whose film 'Pan's Labyrinth' has been restored without the use of AI and is heading back to cinemas in October. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/27/meet-the-new-black-panther-british-actor-david-jonsson-cast-as-tchallas-son-in-black-panth http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/27/meet-the-new-black-panther-british-actor-david-jonsson-cast-as-tchallas-son-in-black-panth Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:44:07 +0200 British actor David Jonsson has been revealed as the new Black Panther in surprise Comic-Con announcement this weekend. The 32-year-old rose to fame on HBO’s hit show ‘Industry’ before wowing audiences in 'Rye Lane' and 'Alien: Romulus'. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/odysseys-bones-and-hens-what-are-the-best-movies-of-2026-so-far http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/24/odysseys-bones-and-hens-what-are-the-best-movies-of-2026-so-far Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:43:38 +0200 How many have you seen? And do you agree with our first-half of 2026 ranking? http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/venice-film-festival-backs-auteurs-herzog-kore-eda-mcdonagh-and-morettis-return http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/venice-film-festival-backs-auteurs-herzog-kore-eda-mcdonagh-and-morettis-return Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:22:46 +0200 The Venice Film Festival unveils the line-up for its 83rd edition: five Italian films in competition, Nanni Moretti returns, top directors and a galaxy of stars on the red carpet http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/armour-of-god-ultimatum-jackie-chan-starts-shooting-in-kazakhstan http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/armour-of-god-ultimatum-jackie-chan-starts-shooting-in-kazakhstan Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:15:09 +0200 Filming has begun on the fourth installment of the action adventure comedy series in the Almaty and Mangystau regions. One of the movie's producer Igor Tsay told Euronews why the Central Asian country was chosen for its locations. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/rip-la-la-hand-saga-ryan-gosling-detail-fixed-in-10-year-anniversary-la-la-land-poster http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/23/rip-la-la-hand-saga-ryan-gosling-detail-fixed-in-10-year-anniversary-la-la-land-poster Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:13:59 +0200 Flat hand out, perky hand in. For the film's 10th anniversary, a new version of the 'La La Land' poster has been released, and it fixes a small detail that has kept Ryan Gosling up at night... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/21/luke-skywalkers-the-empire-strikes-back-lightsaber-breaks-star-wars-record-at-auction http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/21/luke-skywalkers-the-empire-strikes-back-lightsaber-breaks-star-wars-record-at-auction Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:45:31 +0200 The lightsaber used by actor Mark Hamill in 'The Empire Strikes Back' (1980) has broken a record at auction for the sale of screen-used props. It sold for $3.75 million. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/from-following-to-the-odyssey-all-christopher-nolan-movies-ranked-from-weakest-to-stronges http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/from-following-to-the-odyssey-all-christopher-nolan-movies-ranked-from-weakest-to-stronges Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:36:41 +0200 The much-anticipated return of Christopher Nolan has delighted film fans, as 'The Odyssey' has garnered critical praise and box office success. Euronews Culture offers the definitive ranking of all 13 of the acclaimed director's films. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/the-odyssey-makes-history-at-global-box-office-for-christopher-nolan http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/20/the-odyssey-makes-history-at-global-box-office-for-christopher-nolan Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:39:14 +0200 Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of "The Odyssey" has secured a massive international debut, collecting $264m in global ticket sales during its opening weekend - representing the director's biggest international opening ever. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/17/the-odyssey-from-classroom-and-stage-to-christopher-nolans-epic http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/17/the-odyssey-from-classroom-and-stage-to-christopher-nolans-epic Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:32:36 +0200 Students are asked to analyse Odysseus’s intelligence in relation to his physical strength and to decide whether killing the suitors is a just act. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/rome-organises-open-air-film-screenings-to-help-residents-cope-with-the-ongoing-heatwave http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/rome-organises-open-air-film-screenings-to-help-residents-cope-with-the-ongoing-heatwave Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:12:55 +0200 As part of a city initiative, Rome is inviting residents to watch films at more than 50 outdoor cinemas to help them cope with the ongoing heatwave. The programme features a mix of new releases and classic films. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-the-odyssey-an-epic-but-flawed-trip-to-hades-and-back http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-the-odyssey-an-epic-but-flawed-trip-to-hades-and-back Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:28:12 +0200 Christopher Nolan follows his Oscar-winning 'Oppenheimer' with his most ambitious undertaking to date: adapting Homer's epic poem to the screen. As impressive as it is, something feels missing... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/george-lucas-says-ai-is-the-future-of-filmmaking-theres-nothing-you-can-do-about-it http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/16/george-lucas-says-ai-is-the-future-of-filmmaking-theres-nothing-you-can-do-about-it Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:06:10 +0200 Someone has turned to the dark side... In a recent interview, Star Wars creator George Lucas said that rejecting using AI to make movies is like rejecting cars in favour of horses... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/15/exorcist-star-ellen-burstyn-to-receive-venice-golden-lion-for-lifetime-achievement http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/15/exorcist-star-ellen-burstyn-to-receive-venice-golden-lion-for-lifetime-achievement Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:49:57 +0200 “An actress of rare intensity and truth, Ellen Burstyn has been a presence in American cinema for over fifty years,” said the festival’s artistic director Alberto Barbera. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/15/ai-slop-version-of-the-odyssey-announced-prior-to-release-of-christopher-nolans-epic-block http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/15/ai-slop-version-of-the-odyssey-announced-prior-to-release-of-christopher-nolans-epic-block Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:37:40 +0200 Just days before Christopher Nolan’s star-studded and much-anticipated epic ‘The Odyssey’ hits theatres worldwide, an artificial intelligence startup has announced it has generated an AI version of Homer's ancient Greek epic poem... And no one is in the slightest bit impressed. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/14/digger-is-this-the-movie-that-finally-wins-tom-cruise-his-first-competitive-oscar http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/14/digger-is-this-the-movie-that-finally-wins-tom-cruise-his-first-competitive-oscar Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:30:35 +0200 Tom Cruise leads Oscar-winning director Alejandro González Iñárritu’s forthcoming satirical comedy - and from the trailer alone, it’s clear that the actor’s transformative turn is vying for Oscar glory. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/13/christopher-nolan-on-future-of-cinema-and-the-younger-generation-utterly-rejecting-ai-slop http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/13/christopher-nolan-on-future-of-cinema-and-the-younger-generation-utterly-rejecting-ai-slop Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:21:51 +0200 “So much energy has been expended on bringing in AI, but if you look at that generation’s reaction, they’re utterly rejecting it,” shared Christopher Nolan, prior to the release of 'The Odyssey'. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/13/disneys-live-action-moana-capsizes-at-the-box-office http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/13/disneys-live-action-moana-capsizes-at-the-box-office Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:29:33 +0200 Disney’s live action remake of their 2016 animated gem 'Moana' has earned approximately $43 million in its first three days of release - a huge blow for the House of Mouse, as fierce blockbuster competition looms... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/10/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-moana-a-pointless-waste-of-time-and-money http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/10/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-moana-a-pointless-waste-of-time-and-money Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:31:26 +0200 Disney continues to live-action remake their animated classics. 'Moana' is the latest - and youngest - to fall foul to a cynical strategy which needs to end. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/07/misaligned-controversial-ai-generated-actress-tilly-norwood-to-make-feature-film-debut http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/07/misaligned-controversial-ai-generated-actress-tilly-norwood-to-make-feature-film-debut Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:22:03 +0200 The divisive digital “performer” is about to star in the upcoming Particle6 project titled 'Misaligned'. Get ready to roll your eyes when you read the plot synopsis. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/07/dustin-hoffman-and-maggie-gyllenhaal-honoured-at-karlovy-vary-film-festival-opening-ceremo http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/07/dustin-hoffman-and-maggie-gyllenhaal-honoured-at-karlovy-vary-film-festival-opening-ceremo Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:54:27 +0200 The 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival opened with a star-studded ceremony, welcoming Hollywood names including Dustin Hoffman, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Harvey Keitel and Jesse Eisenberg. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/06/venice-film-festival-to-honour-george-clooney-with-golden-lion-for-lifetime-achievement http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/06/venice-film-festival-to-honour-george-clooney-with-golden-lion-for-lifetime-achievement Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:57:32 +0200 US actor, director and producer George Clooney is to receive the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the upcoming Venice International Film Festival (2-12 September). http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/04/diamonds-are-forever-karlovy-vary-film-festival-honours-dustin-hoffman-on-its-60th-anniver http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/04/diamonds-are-forever-karlovy-vary-film-festival-honours-dustin-hoffman-on-its-60th-anniver Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:54:52 +0200 The largest cultural event in the Czech Republic, the Karlovy Vary international film festival is just getting underway with the famous spa town celebrating its diamond 60th edition. Jiri Skacel delves into the festival's past to explain its increasing popularity among younger cinephiles. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/03/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-fatherland-pawel-pawlikowskis-cannes-winning-triumph http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/07/03/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-fatherland-pawel-pawlikowskis-cannes-winning-triumph Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:07:28 +0200 Paweł Pawlikowski's first film in eight years stars Sandra Hüller and Hanns Zischler as Erika and Thomas Mann, as they embark on a road trip across Germany during the Cold War. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/29/michael-overtakes-oppenheimer-to-become-highest-grossing-biopic-of-all-time http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/29/michael-overtakes-oppenheimer-to-become-highest-grossing-biopic-of-all-time Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:58:03 +0200 This year's Michael Jackson biopic also became top-grossing music biopic after surpassing 2018’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody' earlier this month. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/29/blazing-saddles-named-funniest-film-of-all-time-by-afi-as-mel-brooks-turns-100 http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/29/blazing-saddles-named-funniest-film-of-all-time-by-afi-as-mel-brooks-turns-100 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:34:14 +0200 Mel Brooks, who turned 100 on Sunday 28 June, has been honoured by the American Film Institute, which named his 1974 Western satire the "funniest film of all time" - knocking 'Some Like It Hot' off the top spot. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/29/spanish-film-archive-sets-out-to-reconstruct-orson-welless-lifelong-quixote http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/29/spanish-film-archive-sets-out-to-reconstruct-orson-welless-lifelong-quixote Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:00:49 +0200 The Spanish institution is joining forces with the Cinémathèque Française, Italy’s Cineteca Nazionale and Munich’s Filmmuseum to recover lost footage from a legendary shoot that unfolded over 30 years in the Spanish heartlands that so captivated the filmmaker. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/26/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-supergirl-save-the-puppy-save-the-world http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/26/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-supergirl-save-the-puppy-save-the-world Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:33:16 +0200 After a strong start to the rebooted DC Universe last year with 'Superman' comes a new space adventure which follows the Man of Steel's chaotic cousin... And her super-powered pup. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/25/james-bond-search-enters-final-stage-with-planned-august-screen-tests http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/25/james-bond-search-enters-final-stage-with-planned-august-screen-tests Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:33:24 +0200 Production on Bond 26 is set to begin next year. The expectation is that the official announcement for the next 007 actor will happen by the end of 2026. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/24/the-blair-witch-project-movie-reboot-will-haunt-cinemas-in-2027 http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/24/the-blair-witch-project-movie-reboot-will-haunt-cinemas-in-2027 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:46:31 +0200 The reimagining of the horror feature that became a worldwide sensation in 1999 is set to be released next year. Can it succeed where previous sequels failed? http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/24/romeo-beckham-to-make-acting-debut-in-queer-tennis-film-forty-love http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/24/romeo-beckham-to-make-acting-debut-in-queer-tennis-film-forty-love Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:56:24 +0200 After pursuing careers in football, tennis and modelling, 23-year-old Romeo Beckham is making his acting debut in a new French film, set to be released later this year. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/23/venice-film-festival-unveils-2026-jury-with-maggie-gyllenhaal-as-president http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/23/venice-film-festival-unveils-2026-jury-with-maggie-gyllenhaal-as-president Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:05:46 +0200 There are a lot of familiar Venice Film Festival faces on this year's jury roster. It may not be the starriest line-up, but it's certainly an eclectic group... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/22/toy-story-5-breaks-record-and-scores-biggest-box-office-debut-of-2026 http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/22/toy-story-5-breaks-record-and-scores-biggest-box-office-debut-of-2026 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:26:06 +0200 Pixar’s Toy Story franchise has proven its enduring appeal, with the fifth instalment shattering box office records and securing the biggest opening weekend of 2026. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/19/the-methodology-of-wickedness-data-reveals-the-most-evil-disney-villain http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/19/the-methodology-of-wickedness-data-reveals-the-most-evil-disney-villain Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:19:48 +0200 The House of Mouse has given audiences some cracking scoundrels over the years. Some heinous, some nightmarish, and some deeply misunderstood. And one is especially irredeemable... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-toy-story-5-youve-got-a-friend-in-tech http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-toy-story-5-youve-got-a-friend-in-tech Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:08:06 +0200 The toys face a new existential crisis: technology. As timely as it is, can the fifth instalment recapture the magic lacking in 'Toy Story 4'? http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/joel-and-ethan-coen-named-as-this-years-lumiere-award-recipients http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/joel-and-ethan-coen-named-as-this-years-lumiere-award-recipients Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:24:02 +0200 The 18th Lumière Awards will honour not one but two giants of the silver screen... http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/behind-enemy-lines-stephan-gladieu-on-photographing-the-people-of-north-korea http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/18/behind-enemy-lines-stephan-gladieu-on-photographing-the-people-of-north-korea Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:22:49 +0200 Ahead of his exhibition at the Musée des Confluences in Lyon, French photographer Stephan Gladieu talked to European Lens about his series titled ‘North Korea’, a collection of photographs taken over three years and several trips to the reclusive country. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/17/an-unexpected-story-of-friendship-sean-penn-to-direct-police-officer-drama-on-january-6-ri http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/17/an-unexpected-story-of-friendship-sean-penn-to-direct-police-officer-drama-on-january-6-ri Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:35:41 +0200 Sean Penn has signed a deal with Warner Bros. to direct a film he's scripted about the deadly attack on the US Capitol on January 6 in 2021. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/16/beyond-disclosure-day-our-picks-of-steven-spielbergs-most-underrated-movies http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/16/beyond-disclosure-day-our-picks-of-steven-spielbergs-most-underrated-movies Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:15:26 +0200 Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' has a strong box office opening despite mixed reviews. Felt alienated by it or looking to revisit / discover some of the director's filmography? The Euronews Culture team shares their picks of Spielberg’s underrated gems. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/16/trump-tells-netanyahu-be-responsible-with-lebanon-let-syria-handle-hezbollah-at-g7 http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/16/trump-tells-netanyahu-be-responsible-with-lebanon-let-syria-handle-hezbollah-at-g7 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:19:54 +0200 Trump questions Netanyahu's methods, says Beirut strike was excessive, and points to Syria’s President as the most “capable” of countering Hezbollah. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/she-shoots-she-scores-spains-pioneering-womens-footballers-get-big-screen-treatment http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/13/she-shoots-she-scores-spains-pioneering-womens-footballers-get-big-screen-treatment Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:18:43 +0200 Decades before Spain won the World Cup, a group of women toured the country promoting women's football and even played Italy and Portugal with an unofficial national side. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/10/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-disclosure-day-close-encounters-of-the-fourth-kind http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/10/euronews-cultures-film-of-the-week-disclosure-day-close-encounters-of-the-fourth-kind Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:35:21 +0200 Steven Spielberg revisits his passion for interstellar visitors, with a government conspiracy begging to be blown wide open... NB: Spoiler-free review. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/10/disclosure-day-will-steven-spielberg-deliver-an-audacious-on-screen-alien http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/10/disclosure-day-will-steven-spielberg-deliver-an-audacious-on-screen-alien Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:16:20 +0200 Filmmakers have shaped our perception of the unknown, and Steven Spielberg has had aliens on the mind for a while now. He even believes they have been to Earth and may still be amongst us. Will his depiction of alien lifeforms in his anticipated new film 'Disclosure Day' challenge audiences? http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/09/shaken-not-woke-idris-elba-says-that-james-bond-should-just-be-bond http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/09/shaken-not-woke-idris-elba-says-that-james-bond-should-just-be-bond Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:50:33 +0200 Idris Elba has stated that James Bond was “written how he was written for a reason” and suggested that some international audiences would not embrace “a Black male” playing 007.