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‘70 Up’ Producer on How the Series Survived Six Decades and Became the ‘Definitive Longitudinal Documentary’: ‘To See a Whole Life Change in Front of You Is a Mindf—’

In 1964, Canadian director Paul Almond filmed a group of 14 British schoolchildren aged seven years-old for a documentary called “Seven Up!” examining the lives of kids across class divides. Seven years later, the children were filmed again, this time by British director Michael Apted, for “14 Up.” Apted went on to revisit them every […]

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Kate Beckinsale, Ryan Phillippe Psychological Thriller ‘The Patient’ Acquired by Buffalo 8 (EXCLUSIVE)

Buffalo 8 Distribution has acquired North American distribution rights to “The Patient,” a psychological thriller starring Kate Beckinsale and Ryan Phillippe, with the deal struck at the Toronto Film Festival market. The company will release the film across major VOD platforms in December, followed by a physical media release. Phillippe plays a man who comes […]

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‘Slow Horses’ Renewed for Season 8 at Apple TV

“Slow Horses” has been renewed for an eighth season at Apple TV following the spy thriller’s Emmy win for outstanding directing in a drama series. The six-episode Season 8 is adapted from “Clown Town,” the ninth book in Mick Herron’s “Slough House” series. Gary Oldman, who was nominated for lead actor in a drama series […]

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Is the Press Less Free Under Donald Trump? 72% of Democrats Say Yes — but Only 15% of Republicans Agree

President Donald Trump has been antagonistic toward mainstream news organizations during both of his terms. But Americans’ feelings about whether the press is “less free” under the current Trump administration sharply differ along partisan lines. According to a new study released Tuesday by the Pew Research Center, 44% of all U.S. adults say the press […]

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Oscilloscope Lands North American Rights to ‘Game,’ Rave Thriller From John Minton and Portishead’s Geoff Barrow Starring Jason Williamson of Sleaford Mods (EXCLUSIVE)

Oscilloscope Laboratories has landed North American rights to “Game,” a rave thriller marking the feature debut of visual artist John Minton and hailing from Portishead founder Geoff Barrow’s Invada Films banner. A theatrical release is being planned for winter 2027. The film stars Jason Williamson of Sleaford Mods and Marc Bessant in their first leading […]

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Nakamura Yuri, Japanese-Korean Actor Known for ‘Romantics Anonymous’ and ‘Pacchigi! Love & Peace,’ Dies at 44

Nakamura Yuri, the Japanese-Korean actor known for Netflix series “Romantics Anonymous,” died on Sept. 1 from rectal cancer. She was 44. Her agency, Alpha Agency, confirmed the news on Sept. 14. Born Yuri Sei in Neyagawa, Osaka, Nakamura came from a mixed heritage: her father was a third-generation Zainichi Korean and her mother held citizenship […]

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‘Annie’ Returning to Broadway for 50th Anniversary

Little orphan Annie is returning to the Great White Way. A revival of “Annie” will premiere on Broadway in fall 2027, timed to the classic musical’s 50th anniversary. Sam Pinkleton, the Tony-winning director of “Oh, Mary!” and “The Rocky Horror Show,” is leading the new production. Casting and other key creatives will be announced at […]

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BritBox’s Modern Adaptation of ‘Agatha Christie’s Tommy & Tuppence’ Stumbles Before Finding Steady Ground: TV Review

Based on Agatha Christie’s well-liked, but perhaps lesser-known, characters, BritBox’s “Agatha Christie’s Tommy & Tuppence” is the first contemporary English-language adaptation of the detective duo. Set in modern-day London, the series follows Tommy (Josh Dylan), a crime novelist doing a favor for an old friend when he encounters his college sweetheart, Tuppence (Antonia Thomas). An […]

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Hawai’i Film Festival to Open With ‘The Navigator,’ Names ‘Drifter’ as Centerpiece (EXCLUSIVE)

The Hawai’i International Film Festival presented by Halekulani will open its 46th edition, HIFF46, with the world premiere of “The Navigator,” directed by Jordan Manley, at the historic Hawai’i Theatre Center. “The Navigator” is a made in Hawai’i documentary centered on Nainoa Thompson, who nearly half a century ago became the first Native Hawaiian in […]

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Spotify Now Lets Parents Block Kids’ Music From Polluting Their Recommendations

Does Spotify think you absolutely love “Baby Shark” because your kids have listened to it hundreds of times — and as a result recommends similar stuff? If you’ve ever encountered this conundrum, here’s good news: Spotify is finally letting parents keep nursery rhymes, Disney princess songs and other kiddie tunes out of their own music […]