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Robert De Niro and French artist JR team up for upcoming documentary

‘The Past Goes Fast’ examines the life of Robert De Niro’s father, a talented but unknown artist who struggled with his identity and loneliness.

15/12/2023

Culture news

'Barbie' director Greta Gerwig to preside 77th Cannes film festival

Following a year in which she beat every record with her film Barbie, the American director, screenwriter, and actress Greta Gerwig is to preside over the Jury of the 77th Festival de Cannes, which takes place May 14-25 2024.

14/12/2023

Culture news

AI revives late actor Jimmy Stewart’s voice to read a Christmas story

Twenty-six years after his death, the beloved “It’s a Wonderful Life” actor can be heard reading a brand-new Christmas bedtime story, with a little help from AI.

13/12/2023

Culture news

Andre Braugher, Emmy-winning 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' star, dies aged 61

Known for his instantly recognisable deep voice, Braugher's career spanned gritty drama and modern comedy, earning him critical acclaim and accolades, including two Emmys

13/12/2023

Culture news

'Love Story' star Ryan O'Neal dies aged 82

Ryan O'Neal was among the biggest movie stars in the world in the 1970s,working across genres with many of the era's most celebrated directors including Peter Bogdanovich and Stanley Kubrick.

09/12/2023

Culture news

Jonathan Majors trial: Accuser recounts night of assault

Grace Jabbari has testified against her then-partner, the rising Hollywood film actor Jonathan Majors, whose career-halting arrest this past spring for assault could see him booted off various screen projects.

06/12/2023

Culture news

Hollywood strikes: Actors vote to approve deal with studios

The outcome is a major relief for SAG-AFTRA leaders and an entertainment industry that is attempting to return to normal after months of labour strife.

06/12/2023

Culture news

Susan Sarandon apologizes for comments about Jews at rally

The actress says she regrets “diminishing” the long history of antisemitism in remarks at a rally last month, which led her agents to drop her.

04/12/2023

Culture news

A 'Home Alone' reunion as Macaulay Culkin gets Walk of Fame star

The former child star had tributes paid by his on-screen mother Catherine O'Hara, 33 years after the iconic Christmas film was released.

02/12/2023

Culture news

Is the Scream franchise on life support?

Jenna Ortega exits ‘Scream 7’ after co-star Melissa Barrera was fired from the franchise over social media posts regarding the Israel Hamas war. Is this the end of the beloved horror franchise? And if not, how can it be saved?

23/11/2023

Culture news

Does Hollywood have a pro-Palestine issue?

The news that two actresses have been dropped and fired over statements related to the Israel Hamas war have revealed the challenges Hollywood faces over an extremely divisive geopolitical issue.

22/11/2023

Lifestyle

Who is the Sexiest Bald Man Alive 2023 – and where is Stanley Tucci?

A grave injustice has been made in the poll to determine the Sexiest Bald Man of 2023.

22/11/2023

Culture news

Debunking 'Napoleon' director Ridley Scott's claims about the French

"The French Don’t Even Like Themselves" You're wrong, Ridley Scott, and here's why.

21/11/2023

Culture news

Friends cast pay personal tributes to co-star Matthew Perry

Friends stars Matt Le Blanc, Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer have paid their first individual tributes to their co-star, following his death last month.

15/11/2023

Culture news

Hollywood actors' strike ends as tentative deal reached with studios

The Hollywood actors union has reached a tentative deal to give its members bigger residuals, bigger repeat fees and crucially, a bigger say in the use of AI technology.

09/11/2023

Culture news

Patrick 'McDreamy' Dempsey officially named Sexiest Man Alive

Chris Evans, last year's sexy crown wearer, passes the fittie baton...

08/11/2023

Culture news

Jon Voight slams daughter Angelina Jolie's 'lies' on Israel Hamas war

Angelina Jolie’s father Jon Voight has slammed his estranged daughter’s views on the Israel Hamas war and accused her of spreading “lies” on social media.

07/11/2023

Design

Gods Own Junkyard: How a humble family-run neon business lit up cinema

Hidden behind the shutters of an unassuming East London warehouse lies Gods Own Junkyard - a magical wonderland of neon signs with a rich 70 year history.

02/11/2023

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Hollywood actors on strike dress up for Halloween

Hollywood actors on strike dress up for Halloween as they picket line in front of the studios.

01/11/2023

Culture news

Stars of 'Friends' break silence over death of Matthew Perry

In a joint statement the remaining cast said they're "utterly devastated."

31/10/2023