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Angela Bassett reflects on her Oscar loss for "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," expressing her belief that she deserved the award and her disappointment while maintaining grace.

Published on: February 21, 2025, 12:01 AM UTC

Warner Records has teamed up with executive Tim Hinshaw and Free Lunch Agency for Free Lunch Records, and announce first signees Syd and Alex Isley.

Published on: February 20, 2025, 12:01 AM 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

In 1975, Vera Brandes organized a concert for Keith Jarrett that became "The Köln Concert," the best-selling solo jazz album ever. Half a century later, "Köln 75" documents the woman behind this monumental moment, as well as her struggle for recognition in the shadow of Jarrett's reluctance to revisit this iconic performance.

Published on: February 15, 2025, 12:00 PM UTC

Oscars 2023: How 'Brutalist,' 'Dune' and 'Maria' DPs Shot Oscar-Nominated Films on Film

Published on: February 13, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC

The 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, hosted by Kristen Bell, will stream on Netflix on Feb. 23. The awards are an indicator of the Academy Awards and honor the top performances in film and television, including Jane Fonda receiving the Life Achievement Award. Notable nominees include Cynthia Erivo, Daniel Craig, and Jeremy Allen White.

Published on: February 13, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC

The Masked Singer Season 13 kicked off with comedian and actor Cedric the Entertainer unmasked as the Honey Pot. The season includes new twists like the "Detective Lucky Duck" character and "Crack the Case" clue cases, as well as themed episodes honoring franchises like "Shrek" and "Ghostbusters." The celebrity contestants, including Honey Pot, Space Ranger, and Ant, will perform songs and give clues to their identities.

Published on: February 13, 2025, 06:00 AM UTC

Warner Music has appointed Tomás Talarico as the new managing director of its Southern Cone operations, overseeing its business in Argentina and Chile. Talarico brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as managing director of independent record label and digital distributor MOJO, where he played a key role in the careers of emerging artists. He will report to Alejandro Duque, president of Warner Music Latin America.

Published on: February 12, 2025, 12:01 AM UTC

Bury the Devil, a supernatural horror-thriller, follows a nurse who discovers her patient may be hiding dark secrets in a single-shot film. Acquired by Blue Finch Films, it targets late 2025 festival debut.

Published on: February 10, 2025, 12:02 PM UTC

The Nordic film market experienced a decline in attendance by 3% in Denmark to 13% in Norway in 2024, impacted by post-COVID effects and Hollywood strikes. Despite this, local films performed well in some territories, such as Finland, where they secured a record 31.6% market share. In Denmark, Hollywood dominated the box office with films like "Inside Out 2" and "Deadpool & Wolverine," while Norwegian cinemas struggled with a lack of local tentpoles. Iceland's market was heavily influenced by U.S. fare, with local films facing challenges. Swedish cinema saw a surge in documentary popularity, particularly with the success of "The Last Journey," which contributed to a 22% market share for local films. Overall, audiences favored familiar titles and sequels, with Disney's "Inside Out 2" emerging as a top performer across the region.

Published on: February 01, 2025, 06:01 PM UTC