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Controversial AI 'actress' Tilly Norwood to make feature film debut

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How much was Trump paid by Amazon for 'Melania' documentary?

Trump’s cryptocurrency earnings were disclosed this week, leading to scathing criticism online. Part of the financial disclosures reveal how much he was paid by Amazon for this year’s Melania documentary.

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Netflix faces backlash over AI Gene Wilder voice for Willy Wonka show

The voice of deceased actor Gene Wilder has been recreated using AI for a new Willy Wonka-themed competition show on Netflix... Fans are not happy that the eccentric chocolatier’s voice has been recreated.

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'Michael' breaks record to become highest-grossing biopic of all time

This year's Michael Jackson biopic also became top-grossing music biopic after surpassing 2018’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody' earlier this month.

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Mel Brooks at 100: ‘Blazing Saddles’ named funniest film of all time

Mel Brooks, who turned 100 on Sunday 28 June, has been honoured by the American Film Institute, which named his 1974 Western satire the "funniest film of all time" - knocking 'Some Like It Hot' off the top spot.

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Film of the Week: 'Supergirl' - Save the puppy, save the world

After a strong start to the rebooted DC Universe last year with 'Superman' comes a new space adventure which follows the Man of Steel's chaotic cousin... And her super-powered pup.

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License to screen test: Casting for new James Bond enters final stage

Production on Bond 26 is set to begin next year. The expectation is that the official announcement for the next 007 actor will happen by the end of 2026.

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Madrid, Woody Allen's new cinematic muse

Woody Allen’s next film, set entirely in Madrid, will treat the city as a star. Filming begins in October, following in the footsteps of New York, Paris, Rome and Barcelona.

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Will the Blair Witch curse be broken in 2027?

The reimagining of the horror feature that became a worldwide sensation in 1999 is set to be released next year. Can it succeed where previous sequels failed?

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Romeo Beckham to make acting debut in queer tennis film ‘Forty Love’

After pursuing careers in football, tennis and modelling, 23-year-old Romeo Beckham is making his acting debut in a new French film, set to be released later this year.

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Venice Film Festival unveils 2026 jury

There are a lot of familiar Venice Film Festival faces on this year's jury roster. It may not be the starriest line-up, but it's certainly an eclectic group...

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'Toy Story 5' scores biggest box office debut of 2026

Pixar’s Toy Story franchise has proven its enduring appeal, with the fifth instalment shattering box office records and securing the biggest opening weekend of 2026.

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After 1,200 years, the famed tree that hid Robin Hood has finally died

It’s not the first time the legendary oak has been declared dead. On previous occasions, fears were raised only for the tree to stubbornly leaf out again each spring. Not this year.

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Who is the most evil Disney villain? The answer may surprise you

The House of Mouse has given audiences some cracking scoundrels over the years. Some heinous, some nightmarish, and some deeply misunderstood. And one is especially irredeemable...

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Film of the Week: 'Toy Story 5' - You've got a friend in tech?

The toys face a new existential crisis: technology. As timely as it is, can the fifth instalment recapture the magic lacking in 'Toy Story 4'?

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Joel and Ethan Coen named as this year’s Lumière Award recipients

The 18th Lumière Awards will honour not one but two giants of the silver screen...

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'The Ring' and 'Lilo & Stitch' actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35

Horror movie fans will recognize Chase from her performance as Samara Morgan, the main antagonist in American remake of 'The Ring'.