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John Wren kept Broken Hill's last cinema running for four decades, even testing Mad Max 2 footage until dawn. Now the town's honoring the man who sacrificed everything so they could keep watching movies under the stars.
Music composer Hamsalekha and actor-director V Ravichandran brought 7,000 fans to tears of joy when they reunited on stage in Bengaluru, ending a split that had shadowed their legendary partnership for nearly three decades. The duo who created Kannada cinema's golden era in the 1990s performed their greatest hits together, proving that time heals even the deepest wounds.
A new short film uses Brazil's 1998 World Cup final as the backdrop for a Japanese Brazilian teenager's journey toward belonging. Director André Hayato Saito captures the beautiful complexity of finding your place in a country you call home.
Jantee Hazarika was told her skin was too dark to be a leading lady in Indian cinema. Now she's starring as Krishna's wife in a major film, proving talent outweighs outdated beauty standards.
A self-taught engineer from South India became one of the most beloved playback singers in film history, recording tens of thousands of songs that still resonate with millions. His 80th birthday this week sparks celebrations of a legacy built on talent, humility, and pure heart.
A low-budget Marathi film tackling farmer suicides has become a box office sensation, earning Rs 40 crore in just nine days. The indie production's success shows audiences are hungry for meaningful regional cinema.
Argentine filmmaker Federico Luis took home the prestigious Short Film Palme d'Or at Cannes for his boxing drama about a child learning life's toughest lessons. The unanimous win marks his second honor at the world's most celebrated film festival.
Italian authorities dismantled Cinemagoal, a massive piracy network that illegally streamed Netflix, Disney+, and Spotify content to thousands of users. The takedown protects the creators and artists who depend on fair payment for their work.
Hollywood legend Barbra Streisand will receive cinema's prestigious Palme d'Or honor at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The award recognizes one of entertainment's most enduring careers spanning six decades.
A Malayalam thriller that captivated audiences in 2013 is now being remade in Indonesia, marking the seventh international adaptation of the beloved film. The story of a father protecting his family continues to resonate across cultures and continents.
Award-winning filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda returns to Cannes with a heartfelt story about a couple who receives an AI replica of their deceased son. The film asks profound questions about love, loss, and what makes us human.
Cutting-edge technology is rescuing beloved Bollywood and regional films from decay, giving new audiences the chance to experience cinema history. Thousands of classic movies once stored in crumbling cans are now being digitally restored in stunning 14K resolution.
Ghana's National Film Authority just launched a major fund to solve one of the industry's biggest problems: getting financing. The move could transform how Ghanaian filmmakers get their stories to the world.
A Swedish couple who started making Bollywood dance videos as a joke now has over a million Instagram followers and is in talks with directors for their first Indian film role. What began at a Thai boxing class turned into an unexpected journey into Indian cinema.
Ryusuke Hamaguchi's three-hour film "All of a Sudden" is captivating Cannes with a radical message: people deserve our time. The gentle drama about compassionate elderly care is winning hearts at a festival known for rushing.
Egypt took center stage at the Cannes Film Festival as Guest of Honor at a ceremony celebrating cinema's power to unite cultures. The event highlighted legendary Egyptian director Youssef Chahine's centenary and showcased the country's vibrant film heritage.
Oscar-nominated Russian filmmaker Andrey Zvyagintsev is back directing at Cannes Film Festival after spending a year in a coma and wheelchair following a severe vaccine reaction. His new film "Minotaur" premieres Tuesday, marking a remarkable comeback for the acclaimed director.
Actor-turned-director Diego Luna brought audiences to their feet at the Cannes Film Festival with "Ashes," a powerful film about two siblings traveling from Mexico to Spain to reunite with their undocumented mother. The Spanish-language drama drew a five-minute standing ovation and praise for its emotional depth in exploring migration, family, and identity.
Families can catch movies for just $1.75 this summer as Cinemark brings back its annual program at 285 theaters nationwide. The 10-week initiative makes the big screen accessible for families struggling with rising entertainment costs.
Acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair is completing production on "Amri," a biographical film about groundbreaking Indian artist Amrita Sher-Gil, whose bold vision reshaped how the world saw India. The star-studded cast includes Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Emily Watson, and Jaideep Ahlawat.
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