"Dreams," a drama centered on US-Mexico immigration, is "incredibly political" due to the US's current immigration policies, says Jessica Chastain. Despite this, she remains hopeful and committed to creating a better society through participation.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 06:01 PM UTC
Marvel's "Captain America: Brave New World" Conquers Box Office With Record-Breaking Opening Weekend of $40 Million
Published on: February 15, 2025, 06:01 PM UTC
Myron Kerstein, nominated for an Oscar for his work on "Wicked," discusses the importance of understanding the emotion in a script and connecting with the material on an emotional level. He also highlights the challenges and rewards of editing scenes that depict complex friendships and relationships.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC
Norwegian director Halfdan Ullmann Tøndel's "Armand" satirizes the education system through a claustrophobic exploration of a volatile parental meeting, featuring a mother's emotional spiral and surreal dance sequences.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC
Léonor Serraille's latest film, "Ari," follows a young student teacher whose life spirals after a breakdown on the job, revealing a wider generational unease. Shot on Super 16 film stock without makeup or vanity, the film draws from Serraille's personal and professional frustrations and taps into the unexpected emotions fostered by improvisational workshops.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC
Alex Kahuam, director of "Failure!," launches Kahuam Films, a Los Angeles-based shingle focused on genre films that combine European cinema, Mexican magical realism, and U.S. commercial filmmaking. Kahuam's upcoming psychological horror film "The Remedy" will be the first release under the new banner.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 12:02 PM UTC
Saturday Night Live celebrated its 50th anniversary with a concert featuring performances from Cher, Jack White, Lady Gaga, and others. The concert featured a mix of classic and new songs, and many of the performers paid tribute to the show's history. The show was a success, and it helped to remind viewers of the enduring legacy of Saturday Night Live.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 12:02 PM UTC
Yetu (Un)Limited, a pan-African production outfit, will pitch projects including the sophomore film from Madeleine Hunt-Ehrlich and the feature debut of Awa Moctar Gueye at the European Film Market.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 12:01 PM UTC
One year ago, Hollywood strikes and the closure of Czech Republic's rebate system led to a decline in production in Prague. However, a new audiovisual law has increased the production incentive and expanded support, resulting in a revival of the industry and attracting foreign productions like "Nosferatu." The changes aim to modernize the Czech industry and make it more competitive in the international market.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 12:01 PM UTC
Latest Czech titles at EFM include an animation powerhouse, an anticipated biopic from a three-time Oscar nominee and a buzzy Sundance premiere.
Published on: February 15, 2025, 12:01 PM UTC