Pablo Trapero, known for his work on acclaimed shows such as ZeroZeroZero and Echo 3, is stepping into the world of major studio filmmaking. 20th Century has selected him to direct the highly anticipated adaptation of The Tourist. This marks Trapero’s first foray into a major studio project, and he is set to bring his
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The music industry is no stranger to the undeniable charm and magnetic appeal of boy bands. In a move that blends nostalgia with contemporary relevance, Paramount+ has announced an upcoming feature documentary that delves into the captivating world of boy bands that ruled the music scene in the 1990s and early 2000s. This untitled documentary,
In a dystopian future where farmlands have been ravaged by climate catastrophe, Foe presents a compelling narrative that intertwines the complexities of love, artificial intelligence (AI), and the deteriorating state of our environment. Director Garth Davis, known for his work in Lion, was immediately drawn to the profound themes of the story and its ability
The world of film festivals is undergoing a profound transformation, with industry professionals questioning the traditional role of festivals in promoting films and reaching audiences. This article analyzes the insights shared by international executives from Unifrance, MK2, and TrustNordisk during the annual Zurich Summit, shedding light on the evolving dynamics between film festivals, press coverage,
Netflix, the renowned streaming giant, finds itself entangled in a legal dispute with game development company Evil Genius Games. The conflict arose after Netflix abruptly terminated a game development contract centered around Zack Snyder’s highly anticipated Rebel Moon franchise. What started as a promising collaboration between the two entities eventually spiraled into accusations and breach
During a recent interview with GQ, renowned director Martin Scorsese dropped a bombshell, revealing that Warner Bros. had approached him with a rather audacious request – to change the ending of his critically acclaimed film, The Departed, in favor of giving birth to a potential franchise. The studio allegedly wanted one of the two main
After what felt like an eternity, the Writers Guild strike will officially come to an end at 12:01 am on Wednesday. Finally, members of the guild can get back to work, but not without a careful consideration of the agreement reached with the studios and streamers. The strike lasted for an excruciating 148 days, just
Renowned filmmaker Baz Luhrmann has been named the president of the Features Competition jury at the upcoming Red Sea International Film Festival. The festival, which will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from November 30 to December 9, aims to showcase the highest achievements in filmmaking from the Arab region, Asia, and Africa. Luhrmann expressed
Iconic actress Sophia Loren, known for her remarkable talent and beauty, was recently hospitalized following a fall at her home in Geneva. The 89-year-old Italian star suffered fractures to her hip and femur, resulting in the need for surgery. Fortunately, the procedure was deemed successful, bringing some relief to her fans worldwide. Loren had several
The roller coaster ride of the Writers Guild (WGA) and the Hollywood studios is far from over. Despite expectations of an agreement being reached between the WGA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) on Saturday, things have come to a pause. In their joint statement, both sides announced that they met