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Pirates of the Caribbean to return without Johnny Depp

Pirates of the Caribbean producer confirms a series reboot is in the works without Johnny Depp on board.

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Bruce Springsteen receives top UK honour while biopic in the works

Bruce Springsteen has been made a fellow of the UK's Ivors Academy - the first international songwriter to do so. He will receive the award in May. And then there’s a music biopic in the works – with a rather inspired casting decision for the role of Springsteen.

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Theatre of dreams: How to solve the problem of staging sci-fi

As a new stage production of 'Minority Report' tours the UK, we look at the new trend of impressive sci-fi theatre adaptations.

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Infamous 'Titanic' door sells for staggering €663,000 at auction

The door wasn't the only prop from 'Titanic' to find a new owner: the dress worn by Winslet in the film's climactic scene fetched $118,750 (€110,000).

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Steven Spielberg denounces growing antisemitism in stirring speech

The three-time Academy award winner and ‘Schindler’s List’ director has made his first comments on Gaza and denounces growing antisemitism.

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Which celeb is allegedly threatening Rebel Wilson over tell-all book?

Rebel Wilson's book, "Rebel Rising" comes out next month - in which she names and shames a highly regarded British comedian, who is allegedly threatening her.

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Here’s everything you need to know about ‘Alien: Romulus’

The Ridley Scott and James Cameron-approved new chapter in the Alien franchise heads to cinemas this summer. And the new teaser looks very promising. Here’s everything you need to know about one of the most anticipated blockbusters of 2024.

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Cultural Digest: Don’t miss these events in Europe this week

Spectacular sci-fi, stop motion scares and Shake Shake Go gigging in France.

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Film of the Week: 'Stopmotion' - The best horror film of 2024 so far

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Margot Robbie is set to produce a live action Sims movie

Margot Robbie's production company has announced its latest cinematic venture - bringing the beloved virtual world of The Sims to life on the silver screen.

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Character actor M. Emmet Walsh dies aged 88

The US actor was in more than 100 films, including 1982 sci-fi classic ‘Blade Runner’ and 2019’s breakout murder mystery ‘Knives Out.’

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Gasp! Stricter guidelines for film sex and nudity in the UK

The UK film board is tightening guidance on sex scenes, and finds that sexual violence remains biggest area of concern. As such, nudity may no longer be rated 12A. What does it all mean, and are they going all “nanny state” compared to their EU neighbours?

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Have Jewish creatives willingly misunderstood Glazer's Oscar speech?

Is this open letter just another sign that words, like films, wilfully taken out of context and willingly misunderstood, only serves to destroy free speech and quash calls for greater compassion?

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We (may) have the next James Bond...

Forget about the whereabouts of Kate Middleton and the conspiracy theories regarding Kensington Palace’s disinformation tactics – this is the only Royal Announcement we’re interested in...

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The recovered 'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers are going on a world tour

Stolen nearly 20 years ago, Judy Garland's recovered ruby red slippers will tour the world before being auctioned later this year where they are expected to fetch at least €3 million.

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What is the awards season fashion trend that should define 2024?

Gents, it’s time to pin up.

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David Seidler: Oscar-winning 'The King's Speech' screenwriter dies

Best known for his screenplay for the Oscar-winning film 'The King's Speech', Seidler - who grew up with a stammer - dedicated his 2011 Oscar to "all the stutterers around the world."

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Human Rights Film Festival: Winners hone in on Russia and Gaza

The 22nd edition of the FIFDH Human Rights Film Festival awarded Mohamed Jalaby's 'Life is Beautiful', a story of a Palestinian stranded outside Gaza.

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Cultural Digest: Don’t miss these events in Europe this week

Seaside exhibitions, lesbian crime capers, and new music from Justin Timberlake and Kacey Musgraves.

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Artists weigh in on controversial ‘The Zone of Interest’ Oscar speech

Jonathan Glazer's words on Oscar night have been labelled “morally indefensible” and "reprehensible." Now, several Oscar-winning directors have weighed in - including 'Son of Saul' director László Nemes and 'Amy' director Asif Kapadia.

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