Tag #Film Industry

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London's Prince Charles Cinema Fights for Survival Amidst Landlord Dispute

The Prince Charles Cinema in London's West End, a favorite of renowned directors, is fighting closure due to a landlord's demand for a rent increase and a potentially eviction-triggering clause; a petition with over 50,000 signatures supports the cinema.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
euronews.com
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AI Use in Oscar-Nominated Films Sparks Post-Strike Controversy

AI's use in enhancing performances in the Oscar-nominated films "The Brutalist" and "Emilia Pérez" has ignited a debate, following Hollywood's 2023 writers' and actors' strikes which resulted in agreements to regulate AI's use in film, yet its application remains controversial.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Palisades Fire Casts Shadow on Hollywood Awards Season

The Palisades Fire, burning near the Dolby Theatre during Hollywood's awards season, has prompted discussions about postponing or altering the Oscars, with some suggesting donations to fire victims instead of the broadcast; the event's future is uncertain, but it could become a symbol of resilience ...

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forbes.com
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Horizon" Finds Success on Netflix Despite Box Office Failure

Kevin Costner's "Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 1", initially a box office flop grossing $31 million against a $100 million budget, has garnered 4 million views (12 million hours viewed) on Netflix in its first week, debuting at No. 7 on the global Top 10 chart, showcasing a significant alterna...

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Olivia Hussey, "Romeo and Juliet" Star, Dies at 73

Actress Olivia Hussey, known for her role as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 "Romeo and Juliet", died peacefully at age 73 in California on Friday; her family announced the death on Instagram, highlighting her life and career, including her 2022 lawsuit against Paramount Pictures regarding a nude...

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No Poverty
nytimes.com
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Lively's Accusations Against Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios Denied

Bryan Freedman, attorney for Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios, denies Blake Lively's accusations of false statements, citing her prior threats during production and allegations of a smear campaign orchestrated by Lively's representatives; Wayfarer Studios proactively hired a crisis manager due to...

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Gender Equality
theglobeandmail.com
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Emilia Perez" Dominates Oscar Nominations Amidst Devastating LA Wildfires

The 2025 Oscars nominations were announced, with Netflix's "Emilia Perez" receiving a record-breaking 13 nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress, surpassing even Netflix's own "Roma." The announcement was delayed twice due to devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.

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faz.net
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Amelio's "Campo di battaglia" Faces Limited German Distribution

Gianni Amelio's "Campo di battaglia", a World War I drama about military doctors, premiered at the Venice Film Festival but faces limited German distribution due to private film distribution structures and insufficient EU funding, highlighting a broader systemic issue affecting access to European ar...

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smh.com.au
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Los Angeles Fires Disrupt Film Industry, Awards Season

Devastating fires in Los Angeles have claimed at least 24 lives, caused widespread destruction, and disrupted the film industry's awards season, compounding challenges from COVID-19 and Hollywood strikes, according to Oscar-winning cinematographer Greig Fraser.

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Climate Action
cnn.com
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China Box Office Crumbles Amid Economic Slump

China's 2024 box office revenue fell 23% to $5.8 billion, defying expectations of increased spending on entertainment during economic downturns; reduced film production and weak consumer spending contributed to the decline.

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Reduced Inequality
elpais.com
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52 Women Accuse Film Director of Sexual Harassment, Exposing Systemic Barriers to Justice

Following an EL PAÍS investigation, 52 women accused film director Eduard Cortés of sexual harassment, highlighting systemic issues within the legal system and film industry that impede reporting and prosecution of sexual assault cases.

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Gender Equality
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Spanish Film Director Accused of Sexual Harassment, Institutional Response Fails Victims

At least 15 women have accused Spanish film director Eduard Cortés of sexual harassment, alleging he offered them work in exchange for nude videos; the Catalan Film Academy's investigation stalled after Cortés resigned, leaving victims with limited institutional support despite promises of aid, reve...

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