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Director Jafar Panahi sentenced to prison by Iran Revolutionary Court

Iran has sentenced acclaimed filmmaker and Cannes Palme d’Or winner Jafar Panahi to one year in prison and imposed a travel ban for allegedly engaging in “propaganda activities” against the state. The verdict, delivered in absentia, was confirmed by his lawyer Mostafa Nili.

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Who is the new favourite to play James Bond?

Callum Turner has become the bookies favourite for next 007, the latest name in consideration for taking over the role from Daniel Craig.

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Lilly Wachowski on right-wing misinterpretations of ‘The Matrix’

What was originally a transgender allegory has been hijacked over the years by various extremist groups. Now, 'The Matrix' co-director Lilly Wachowski has addressed the “crazy, mutant” misinterpretations of the sci-fi classic. "Right-wing ideology appropriates absolutely everything," she says.

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New Netflix Christmas movie watched 20 million times in a week

‘Tis the season to be Grinchy. Netflix has released an early festive favourite... Worth watching?

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Film of the Week: 'Love Letters' - A portrait of queer motherhood

Alice Douard's first feature film is a funny, necessary and heartwarming story of both romantic and maternal love.

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James Cameron wants Netflix films out of Oscar consideration

Oscar winner James Cameron says that only films made for a theatrical release should be eligible for Academy Awards, excluding movies released primarily on streaming platforms like Netflix.

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Donald Trump reportedly wants to revive his favourite film franchise

Donald Trump is reportedly pressuring Paramount studios for a fourth instalment of his favorite film franchise... And it could be yet another sign of the president trying to tighten his grip on what he wants culture to be.

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Scarlett Johansson to star in ‘radical’ new ‘Exorcist’ film

Following the box office and critical flop of 2023's 'The Exorcist: Believer', Universal has announced an A-list casting coup for their new Exorcist film, one which has makes us cautiously optimistic.

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German acting legend Udo Kier dies aged 81

The actor who starred in more than 250 films including memorable roles in 'Suspiria', 'My Own Private Idaho' and the films of Lars Von Trier, has died aged 81.

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The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

Jon Rafman's strange and beautiful Google Street View archive, the final season of Stranger Things, and more cosy crime solving in Zootopia 2. Here's what to look out for this week.

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Doha Film Festival debuts with a bold vision for global cinema

97 films from 62 countries are being spotlighted at the inaugural Doha Film Festival, which is bringing star power and bold new voices.

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Film of the Week: 'The Thing With Feathers' - Grief with clipped wings

Despite a committed central performance by Benedict Cumberbatch, 'The Thing With Feathers' doesn’t do justice to Max Porter's powerful novella.

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Tom Cruise has finally been awarded an Oscar

Tom Cruise remains one of Hollywood's biggest movie stars, and a competitive Oscar has eluded him - despite being nominated four times. Now, the leading man finally got to hold his own Academy Award on a Hollywood stage...

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The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

A Wes Anderson exhibition in London, a technological takeover at the MUNCH Triennale in Oslo, and the highly-anticipated release of 'Wicked: For Good'. Here's what to look out for this week.

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Pope meets world of cinema at Vatican, says cinema sets hope in action

The 70-year-old, Chicago-born Leo met with representatives of the film world at the Vatican on Saturday, with the Pontiff recalling the fundamental role of cinema and theatres for marginalised voices and communities.

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Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'The Running Man'

Edgar Wright's take on Stephen King's 'The Running Man' is frenetic, fun action that lovingly nods to genre tropes - but exhausts itself with muddled tone.

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Holy screens: What are Pope Leo XIV’s favourite movies?

Pope Leo XIV will host several film stars and directors at an event this weekend as part of the Roman Catholic Church Jubilee, which takes place every quarter century. The pontiff has shared his favourite films...

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Adele to make acting debut in Tom Ford’s adaptation of ‘Cry to Heaven’

Celebrated British singer Adele is currently taking a break from music after completing a huge residency in Las Vegas. Now, she's about to say 'Hello' to the big screen...

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Oscar-nominated American actress Sally Kirkland dies aged 84

The actress was nominated for an Oscar in 1988 for her role in ‘Anna’, and made appearances in films including 'The Sting', ‘JFK’ and 'Bruce Almighty'.

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Magic memorabilia: Iconic 'The Wizard of Oz' hat heads to auction

Worn by Margaret Hamilton in the classic 1939 film, the iconic hat hits the auction block next month, preceded by the release in cinemas of 'Wicked: For Good', the concluding chapter of the origin story of the witches of Oz.

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