Now playing Next Culture news The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week We've got an eclectic selection for you this week: think filthy basslines, Studio Ghibli characters brought to life on stage, the campy pop of Eurovision, a warning to avoid a film called 'AGGRO DR1FT', and much more. 11/05/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Studio Ghibli to receive Honorary Palme d’Or in Cannes first The legendary Japanese animation studio will be feted with the Honorary Palme d’Or - the first given to a collective. 17/04/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Ghibli founder Hayao Miyazaki may not be retiring after all Following his Oscar win for his latest – and supposedly last – film ‘The Boy and The Heron’, Hayao Miyazaki may not be retiring just yet... 12/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Oscars 2024: 'Oppenheimer' triumphs - Full results & viral moments In a rather predictable 96th edition of the Oscars, 'Oppenheimer' won Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and four other awards. Here's the lowdown of the evening (scroll down for the five viral moments of the night and our full liveblog of the whole red carpet and ceremony). 10/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Oscars 2024 Predictions: Who will and should win Who will take home the biggest awards of the night – and who is more deserving? And are we about to be consumed by Oppenheimer’s all-powerful blast radius? 08/03/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' dominates Golden Globes Oppenheimer also won best director for Nolan, best drama actor for Cillian Murphy, best supporting actor for Robert Downey Jr. and for Ludwig Göransson’s score. 08/01/2024
Now playing Next Culture news Cultural Digest: The best things to see and do in Europe this week Fairies sparkle along the Seine, Pixar films come to life in Madrid, and Michael Mann's 'Ferrari' revs up at cinemas. And we've handily ranked 2023's best music and films... Don't say we don't treat you. 22/12/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Festival Lumière 2023: Premieres, classics & Wim for the win Cinephiles rejoice! The 2023 Lumière Festival kicks off in Lyon this weekend... And this year’s 15th edition is eye-wateringly good. Here’s the lowdown on the festival and the screenings and events you shouldn’t miss. 13/10/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Cultural digest: Don’t miss these events in Europe this week From Sex Education to Spain’s San Sebastián International Film Festival, here's a slice of the best things to watch, visit or experience this week across Europe. 23/09/2023
Now playing Next Culture news San Sebastián Film Festival: A look at this year's 71st edition Spain’s San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF) kicks off tomorrow and there’s every reason to get excited about what looks to be a stellar edition. 21/09/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Spirited Away stage adaptation set to open in London's West End 'Spirited Away', the acclaimed Japanese animated film that took home the Best Animated Feature Oscar in 2001, is making its way to London as a stage play adaptation. 03/08/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Film of the Week: Barbenheimer - 'Barbie' vs 'Oppenheimer' Now I am become Barbie, the destroyer of Kens. 21/07/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Miyazaki's mysterious final Studio Ghibli film released in Japan Hayao Miyazaki has returned from retirement for his final film, 'How Do You Live?' 14/07/2023
Now playing Next Cinema French city aiming to be the world capital of animated film The Annecy Animation Film Festival, a vibrant annual gathering in the heart of the French Alps, welcomes global audiences, industry professionals, and animation enthusiasts from every corner of the world. 15/06/2023
Now playing Next Destinations Watch the world’s best cliff divers compete at these six locations Looking for some unusual entertainment on holiday this year? This incredible extreme sport competition is touring all your favourite destinations. 26/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Film of the Week: 'Suzume' Our film of the week is 'Suzume', one of the best animated films you’re likely to see all year. 14/04/2023
Now playing Next Culture news These are TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2023 TIME Magazine has announced their Top 100 Most Influential People of 2023, including Jennifer Coolidge, Doja Cat, Michael B. Jordan and Salman Rushdie. 14/04/2023