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Legendary Hollywood and Broadway star Janis Paige dies aged 101

Actress Janis Paige danced with Fred Astaire, sang in clubs with Sammy Davis Jr. and was a legend in Hollywood. She performed into her 90s and even added her voice to the #MeToo movement.

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Michael Douglas suggests anti-Israel campus protesters ‘brainwashed’

Michael Douglas met with Israel’s president Isaac Herzog, and suggests that many pro-Palestinian protesters on American campuses have been subject to “brainwashing.”

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The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week

'Sasquatch Sunset', 'The Sympathizer' and Primavera Sound in Barcelona. Here's what's hot in Europe this week.

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Film of the Week: 'La Bête' ('The Beast')

This genre-bending tale from French conceptualist Bertrand Bonello is a lot to take in. But get on its audacious wavelength and it might just be one of the most memorable films you'll watch all year.

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What to expect from the 10th edition of Festival Ciné-Palestine

From the French cities of Marseille to Paris, more than 40 films have been selected for the tenth edition of the Festival Ciné-Palestine, which runs from 30 May to 16 June.

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Trans actress sues French far-right politician after transphobic slur

The actress, who became the first transgender woman to win the Best Actress prize at Cannes, dedicated her award to “all the trans people who are suffering”. Following hateful comments made by Marion Maréchal, Gascón is now suing the French far-right politician.

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Why is 'Furiosa' a flop & should we be worried for 2024’s box office?

Why has the follow-up to 'Mad Max: Fury Road' been denied box office Valhalla – and what does this mean for 2024’s box office prospects?

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Dame Judi Dench hints at retirement after 60 years on screen and stage

Actress Judi Dench has suggested she will retire from acting because of her worsening eyesight. She currently suffers from advanced macular degeneration.

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Cannes Festival: Complaint filed for insult after transphobic remarks

French far-right politician Marion Maréchal has commented on the Cannes win of transgender actress Karla Sofía Gascón. Now, six LGBTQ+ associations have filed an official complaint against the politician standing in the European elections.

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Cannes Film Festival: What are the key takeaways of the 77th edition?

It's over for another year and the winners have been announced. But what were the key talking points and takeaways of 2024's Cannes Film Festival? We've narrowed them down to 10. You're welcome.

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No License to Lana: The rejected James Bond songs through the years

Lana Del Rey shared that her James Bond theme song was turned down by producers. We take a look at some of the other recording artists who shared a similar fate.

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Cannes 2024 in photos: 15 unforgettable red carpet moments

From the glitz of the Cannes red carpet to the photocalls, check out the top snapshots from the iconic film festival along the French Riviera.

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Sean Baker's tribute to sex workers 'Anora' wins Palme d'Or at Cannes

The US director collected the Best Film prize that he'd 'worked for all his life' and paid tribute to sex workers around the world.

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Cannes 2024 review: 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig'

Mohammad Rasoulof examines Iran's contemporary tensions through the internalization of turmoil by a family of four. It's a suspenseful and bold call to arms for those who refuse to sit down and accept tyranny.

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The ideal Cannes 2024 playlist: The best needle drops of the festival

The 2024 Palme d’Or is hours away. And it's all up for grabs - with 'Anora', 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' and 'Emilia Pérez' emerging as likely contenders for Cannes' top gong. Before the winners though, time to look at this year’s festival in music...

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The best things to do and see (or watch) in Europe this week

Start your engines for a week of big thoughts and "big bads", with George Miller's 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' and a philosophy festival in Wales among the things happening this week in Europe.

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FIPRESCI Award: Film critics circle targets young talent at Cannes

The FIPRESCI Prize aims to promote young filmmakers and original cinema. We spoke with jury member Sadia Khalid Reeti about the award.

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Cannes 2024: Which film will win this year's coveted Palme d'Or?

The Palme d'Or, the most prestigious prize awarded at the Cannes Film Festival, will be announced on Saturday 25 May. Here are our main contenders for the title...

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Mohammad Rasoulof outrages Iranian press with presence in Cannes

Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof arrived at the Cannes Film Festival after his dramatic escape from his homeland after being sentenced to eight years in prison.

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French actor Édouard Baer accused of sexual harassment and assault

In a joint investigation by Médiapart and Cheek, six women testify that they were sexually harassed and assaulted by the French actor, who has offered his “sincerest apologies”.