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Be For Films Acquires Ione Hernández Sáenz’s ‘Sisters’ Ahead of Toronto Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)
Brussels-based sales agent Be For Films has acquired international sales rights to “Sisters” (“Hermanas”), the debut fiction feature from Spanish director Ione Hernández Sáenz, ahead of its premiere in the Discovery section at the Toronto Film Festival. The deal gives the film international market exposure at a major festival launchpad, marking a significant step for…
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Hundreds of ‘vile’ killers set to be freed from jail as part of Labour’s early release scheme, new analysis shows, as Tories warn public will be put at risk
New analysis reportedly shows that hundreds of convicted killers are due to be released early from prison under the Labour government’s early release scheme, prompting warnings from the Conservatives that public safety will be put at risk. The findings have reignited a political row over sentencing policy, with critics accusing ministers of prioritising prison capacity…
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Vogue just gave another nod of approval to the tech world
Vogue has announced that its travelling extravaganza Vogue World will come to San Francisco next year, a move widely read as another sign that tech billionaires have become influential figures in fashion. Editor Anna Wintour framed the choice as a celebration of San Francisco’s creativity and history of “standing up for values”, but the decision…
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Lionsgate Sees Revenue Surge From ‘Michael’, ‘The Housemaid’ In June Quarter
Lionsgate Studios reported a strong fiscal first quarter, with motion picture revenue more than doubling to $587 million and profit hitting a Q1record of $105 million, driven largely by the billion-dollar global box office of “Michael” and strong ancillary earnings from “The Housemaid”. The results, which beat Wall Street forecasts, matter because they bolster the…
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A sinister online network celebrating satanism, sex abuse and brutality is at work in Ireland – and targeting Irish children… here’s how a child is tricked into sending compromising images, believing themselves to be friends or in a relationship
An online network linked to satanism, sexual abuse and extreme violence has reportedly been identified as active in Ireland, with children among those being targeted. According to the report, predators build trust with young people online, posing as friends or romantic partners, before manipulating them into sending compromising images. The report outlines how such grooming…
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Get up to $400 off your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass until tomorrow
TechCrunch is offering a limited-time flash discount on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 passes, giving buyers up to $400 off the standard price if they register before 11:59pm PT on 7 August 2026. The saving stacks an extra $100 on top of the existing $300 discount already available for founder, investor and attendee passes, and marks the…
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Kellogg moves to ditch artificial dyes from cereals by end of 2026
WK Kellogg says it will remove artificial dyes from its cereal products by the end of 2026, responding to growing consumer and regulatory concern about synthetic food colourings. The move matters because several of its best-known breakfast cereals use bright colours, and it could add pressure on other large food manufacturers to make similar changes.…
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Capcom says it wants Monster Hunter Wilds to outsell World ‘over the medium to long term,’ but it’ll need to muster a lot of sales momentum to get there
Wilds didn’t rank in Capcom’s quarterly best sellers, but the company hopes to turn that around.
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You Can Now Comment on This Post
Pitchfork has rolled out its commenting system across all articles, extending a feature that was previously limited to reviews. The change, announced in a brief editorial note, allows readers to react and discuss any story on the site rather than just album critiques. The commenting tool originally launched eight months ago alongside Pitchfork’s first subscription…
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‘X-Men ’97’ EPs Reveal the Single Biggest Mistake Marvel Must Avoid in Its Reboot [Exclusive]
The executive producers of “X-Men ’97” have offered advice to the team behind Marvel’s upcoming live-action X-Men reboot, warning against focusing purely on spectacle at the expense of character depth. Speaking to Collider, Julia Lewald said the franchise’s enduring appeal lies not in flashy superpowers but in the emotional and human struggles of the mutants,…