After a year on hiatus, Deadline’s Contenders film series is back in London this weekend, presenting an impressive lineup of panelists that includes renowned filmmakers Ridley Scott, Emerald Fennell, Todd Haynes, and Michael Mann. Taking place at London’s Ham Yard Hotel, Contenders London will feature panels on 13 of the most talked-about films of the
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In a significant career milestone, acclaimed director Pablo Trapero has landed his first major studio gig. Known for his work on critically acclaimed shows like ZeroZeroZero and Echo 3, Trapero has been tapped by 20th Century to direct an adaptation of the bestselling novel series, The Tourist. This opportunity marks a turning point in his
The boy band phenomenon of the 90s and early 2000s left an indelible mark on the music industry and pop culture. Paramount+ is set to release a new feature documentary that delves into the love, pain, and tears of joy during this golden era of boy bands. Produced by Johnny Wright and Van Toffler, the
In the near future, where climate catastrophe has ravaged the land, director Garth Davis presents Foe, a thought-provoking love story that delves into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the challenges faced in maintaining a marriage. This captivating film premiered at the New York Film Festival, drawing both the director and actors to its
International executives from various film industry organizations gathered at the annual Zurich Summit to discuss the evolving role of film festivals in promoting films. These executives, representing Unifrance, MK2, and TrustNordisk, engaged in a thought-provoking conversation about the importance of film festivals and whether they are deviating from what works in traditional cinema. One of
Netflix, the leading streaming platform, has recently found itself in legal hot water after being sued for abruptly ending a game development contract related to Zack Snyder’s highly anticipated Rebel Moon franchise. Evil Genius Games, the plaintiff in the federal court filing, claims that they were working closely with Netflix to create a tabletop role-playing
Director Martin Scorsese, known for his iconic films such as Taxi Driver and Goodfellas, recently shared a shocking revelation during an interview with GQ. Warner Bros., the studio behind his critically acclaimed film The Departed, approached him with a request to alter the ending in order to create a potential sequel. This demand, as Scorsese
After nearly five months of striking, the Writers Guild’s fight for better conditions and compensation will officially come to an end at 12:01 am on Wednesday. The guild has announced that they have reached a tentative agreement with the studios and streamers, which will now be put to a ratification vote by the memberships of
Renowned filmmaker Baz Luhrmann has been appointed as the president of the Features Competition jury at the upcoming Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF). This highly anticipated event, now in its third edition, is set to take place from November 30 to December 9 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Luhrmann expressed his excitement about this opportunity,
Iconic actress Sophia Loren, known for her remarkable talent and timeless beauty, found herself in a hospital bed on a Sunday following a fall at her home in Geneva. The news of her hospitalization sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and among her legion of fans worldwide. It was later revealed that Loren had sustained