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Venice Film Festival to screen restored 'Do Bigha Zamin'
The 2025 Venice Film Festival will feature a 4K restored version of Bimal Roy's iconic film Do Bigha Zamin, reported PTI.
Abhishek Banerjee's 'Stolen' gets OTT release date
The acclaimed investigative crime thriller, Stolen, is set to make its global digital debut on Prime Video on June 4.
Arnold Schwarzenegger to receive Legacy Award at SEEfest in LA
Hollywood actor and former California governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, will be honored with the Legacy Award at the South East European Film Festival (SEEfest) in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
When and where to watch Angelina Jolie's 'Maria' in India
The much-anticipated biographical drama Maria, starring Angelina Jolie as legendary opera singer Maria Callas, will premiere on Lionsgate Play in India on May 9, 2025.
Adrien Brody developed eating disorder, PTSD after 'The Pianist'
Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody opened up about developing an eating disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after extreme weight loss for the 2003 film The Pianist.
Nicole Kidman-Keith Urban don't want to live in US anymore
Hollywood actor Nicole Kidman and her musician husband Keith Urban are said to be considering a return to their native Australia from the US after a tough year.
Luca Guadagnino's 'Queer': What to expect from Daniel Craig starrer
A24 recently dropped the first trailer for Queer, a romantic drama helmed by Luca Guadagnino and featuring Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey (Outer Banks).
When, where to watch Angelina Jolie's 'Maria' on OTT
Netflix has announced the release date for its highly anticipated film Maria, featuring Angelina Jolie.
After 'Horizon 1's debacle, will Kevin Costner direct 'Horizon 3'
Kevin Costner, the renowned Hollywood actor and director, has announced his intention to direct the third installment of the Horizon franchise.
Venice Film Festival: Pedro Almodóvar, Nicole Kidman win top honors
The 81st Venice Film Festival concluded on Saturday with a grand award ceremony.
Is 'Joker 2' last time we'll see Joaquin as Joker
Joaquin Phoenix, who is reprising his role as Arthur Fleck in the upcoming sequel to Joker, recently discussed the challenges of his weight loss regimen for the film.
'Sexy' piano scene in 'Pretty Woman' was not in script!
Hollywood actor Richard Gere recently celebrated his 75th birthday at the Venice Film Festival.
Gaga finally flashing that rock! See her giant engagement ring
Lady Gaga, the pop sensation, recently attended the Venice Film Festival with her fiance Michael Polansky.
'Not kind': Angelina reveals she quit singing because of ex-partner
Angelina Jolie, the Oscar-winning actor, recently revealed that she had stopped singing due to criticism from a former partner.
Did Clooney-Pitt earn $35M each for 'Wolfs'? Here's the truth
George Clooney has dismissed reports claiming that he and co-actor Brad Pitt were paid a whopping over $35M each for their roles in the upcoming film Wolfs.
Why Nicole Kidman found erotic thriller 'Babygirl' 'very freeing'
Hollywood star Nicole Kidman has described her upcoming erotic thriller, Babygirl, as a "liberating story" for women.
Girish Kasaravalli's 'Ghatashraddha' to feature at Venice Film Festival
The restored version of Girish Kasaravalli's 1977 film Ghatashraddha will be showcased in the Venice Classics section of the 81st Venice Film Festival.
Oscar nominee Ethan Hawke to receive special Lucca award
Acclaimed filmmaker and actor Ethan Hawke is set to receive the prestigious Golden Panther Award at this year's Lucca Film Festival in Italy.
Tim Burton's 'Beetlejuice 2' set to open Venice Film Festival
Tim Burton's sequel to his 1988 comedy-horror classic, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, is slated to open the upcoming Venice Film Festival.
Venice Film Fest to honor Sigourney Weaver with Golden Lion
Hollywood veteran Sigourney Weaver is set to receive the prestigious Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the 81st Venice Film Festival.
'Superheroes without genitalia': Richard Linklater laments Hollywood's 'sexless characters'
Renowned director Richard Linklater has voiced his concerns over the growing trend of creating "sexless characters" in Hollywood, particularly in superhero films.
Luca Guadagnino-Daniel Craig's upcoming film 'Queer' is three-hours-long
Luca Guadagnino's latest cinematic creation, Queer, is reportedly slated for its world premiere at the upcoming Venice Film Festival, commencing on August 28.
'Dead Poets Society' director Peter Weir to receive Golden Lion
Esteemed Australian director and screenwriter, Peter Weir, has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Film Festival.
French actor Isabelle Huppert to lead Venice Film Festival jury
The 81st Venice Film Festival has announced that renowned French actor Isabelle Huppert will preside over the jury for its primary competition.
Michael Mann developing remake of hit Korean thriller 'Veteran': Report
Acclaimed director Michael Mann, known for his work on Collateral is currently collaborating with both US and Korean branches of CJ ENM, a top film and TV conglomerate in Korea, to create an American adaptation of the South Korean crime thriller Veteran.
Emma Stone's 'Poor Things' to open EnergaCamerimage Film Festival 2023
The highly acclaimed film Poor Things, featuring Emma Stone and directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, is set to kick off the EnergaCamerimage Film Festival on November 11 in Torun, Poland.
Janus Films buys Venice Festival's standout documentary before NYFF premiere
The late legendary composer Ryuichi Sakamoto's last concert has been immortalized in a new documentary, Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus.
ZFF 2023 to honor Mads Mikkelsen with Golden Eye Award
Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen is set to be honored with the prestigious Golden Eye Award at the upcoming 19th edition of the Zurich Film Festival (ZFF).
Venice festival: 'Poor Things' wins Golden Lion, check other winners
The prestigious 80th Venice International Film Festival, which began on August 30 this year and concluded on Saturday night, witnessed the premieres of numerous highly-anticipated films by top directors.
Emma Stone-led 'Poor Things' emerges contender for major awards—here's why
Emma Stone's Poor Things has been generating significant buzz since its premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
Woody Allen sparks retirement rumors, calls cancel culture 'silly'
Woody Allen made a notable appearance at the ongoing Venice Film Festival for the premiere of his 50th feature film, titled Coup de Chance.
Polanski's #ThePalace scores 0% on #RottenTomatoes: Films with same record
The expectations were running high from Roman Polanski's The Palace—which premiered on Sunday at the Venice Film Festival.
#MyFault actor Gabriel Guevara arrested for sexual assault—career, notable projects
Spanish-French actor Gabriel Guevara was arrested at the Venice Film Festival on Saturday for an alleged sexual assault that had taken place in France.
Tony Leung bags Lifetime Achievement Award at #VeniceFilmFestival—career, filmography, accolades
Hong Kong actor Tony Leung was honored with the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement award at the ongoing Venice International Film Festival on Saturday night (local time).
Venice Film Festival: Bradley Cooper's 'Maestro' lands 7-minute-long standing ovation
Bradley Cooper's second directorial after A Star is Born, Maestro, has been in the buzz ever since its first-look images were released in May 2022.
Sofia Coppola's 'Priscilla' to premiere at Venice Film Festival
Sofia Coppola's Priscilla is one of the most anticipated films of 2023 as it delves into the life of the legendary Elvis Presley through the lens of his ex-wife Priscilla Presley. Coppola is known for her distinct storytelling and using allegory in her narratives, hence it will be interesting to see this fresh take.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Looking at 'Big 5' film festivals in the world
Each year, several film festivals organized in different countries host filmmakers, critics, actors, and cinephiles from all around the world.
Curtain call for Venice Film Festival 2022 after awards ceremony
The 79th edition of the Venice Film Festival 2022 has concluded after handing out the prestigious Golden Lion award.
Everything you need to know about Brendan Fraser's 'The Whale'
Brendan Fraser's (The Mummy Returns) recently-released psychological drama The Whale premiered at the prestigious Venice Film Festival on Sunday and received a thunderous response.
Top 5 titles screened at the Venice Film Festival 2022
The 79th Venice Film Festival kicked off on August 31 at Venice Lido where upcoming films competed for the prestigious Golden Lion.
'Blonde': All you need to know about Ana de Armas-starrer
Netflix's upcoming title Blonde directed by Andrew Dominik is a biographical drama starring Ana de Armas as Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe.
Venice Film Festival invites Afghan directors to discuss Taliban takeover
The Venice International Film Festival of the Venice Biennale has invited Afghan directors to a panel to discuss the current situation in Afghanistan and its effect on filmmakers and artists at large.
78th Venice Film Festival: Picking nine of our favorite flicks
The 78th Venice International Film Festival will run from September 1-11, 2021.
'Dune' headed for out-of-competition, world premiere at Venice Film Festival
Denis Villeneuve's Dune is set to premiere at the 78th Venice Film Festival.
Majid Majidi's 'Sun Children' is Iran's official Oscar 2021 entry
Veteran Iranian film director Majid Majidi is representing his country in the Oscar race through his recent film Sun Children.
LA Comic Con organized for December, as an in-person event
If luck is by their side, organizers of the LA Comic Con might be able to pull off a grand in-person event in December, where comics and pop culture fans would get to see their favorite characters through merchandise and cosplays.
Negatives of five of my films in poor shape: Buddhadeb
The negatives of five acclaimed celluloid works of eminent filmmaker Buddhadeb Dasgupta are in very bad shape and need immediate restoration.