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Amid ‘Spider-Man’ and ‘The Odyssey’ Leaks, Hollywood’s Battle Against Piracy Enters a Whole New Era
Hollywood is grappling with a new, faster form of film piracy, as high-profile releases such as Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” and Sony’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” were illegally streamed to millions of viewers on social media platforms like X within days, or even hours, of their cinema debut. Unlike earlier eras of camcorder bootlegs and…
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A week in the life of the Metal Queen, Doro Pesch. “I had no friends, so reading helped me through some pretty tough times”
This is an archive feature from Classic Rock in which German heavy metal singer Doro Pesch, known as the “Metal Queen”, discusses a typical week in her life towards the end of 2002, as her extensive Fight tour drew to a close. The piece, presented largely in her own words, touches on how her schedule…
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Seth Rogen, Colman Domingo, Danny Boyle Join Speakers Lineup at Toronto Market Summit
The Toronto International Film Festival’s Market has added Seth Rogen, Colman Domingo and Danny Boyle to the speaker lineup for its Summit conference programme, held alongside the festival from 10–16 September. TIFF: The Market has now finalised its full schedule of more than 70 sessions, drawing on figures from across the industry to discuss creative…
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Insidious sequel earns $3 million in Thursday previews
Insidious: Out of the Further, the sixth instalment in Screen Gems’ long-running horror franchise, opened in around 2,700 North American cinemas, taking roughly $3 million from Thursday night previews as it competed against blockbuster juggernaut Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Sony Pictures projected an opening weekend of about $23 million for the film, directed by Jacob…
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The 10 defining movie moments of 1986
They set trends for the next 40 years. The post The 10 defining movie moments of 1986 first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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‘Mutiny’ Review: Jason Statham Keeps This Action Flick From Sinking Completely
Jason Statham stars in “Mutiny”, a Die Hard-style action thriller set aboard a shipping vessel, directed by Jean-François Richet, who previously helmed “Plane”. Collider’s review calls the film a familiar but reasonably entertaining throwback to 1990s action cinema, arguing that while it breaks no new ground, Statham’s presence keeps it watchable at the age of…
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Deauville American Film Festival Unveils Buzzy Lineup, Sets Honors for Brendan Fraser, Faye Dunaway, Ethan Hawke, Susan Surandon, Sophie Thatcher and Patrick Schwarzenegger
The Deauville American Film Festival has revealed its 2026 lineup, bringing a raft of French premieres to the Normandy seaside town alongside a competition slate and a starry roster of honourees. The festival, running from 4 to 13 September, will present major awards to Brendan Fraser, Ethan Hawke, Faye Dunaway, Susan Sarandon, Sophie Thatcher and…
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Magenta Light Studios Nabs U.S. and Canadian Distribution Rights to Brazilian Crime Drama ‘The King of the Internet’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Magenta Light Studios has acquired U.S. and Canadian distribution rights to “The King of the Internet” (“O Rei da Internet”), a Brazilian crime drama directed by Fabrício Bittar. The film dramatises the true story of Daniel Nascimento, a teenage hacker who became one of Brazil’s most notorious cybercriminals, and is being positioned as the country’s…
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Disney partners with Dhar Mann Studios for 20 original episodes
Disney has struck a content partnership with Dhar Mann Studios, under which creator Dhar Mann will produce 20 episodes of original content for the entertainment giant. The deal, confirmed by both companies with executives and Mann himself speaking publicly about it, forms part of Disney’s wider push to bring creator-led programming onto its platforms and…
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‘The Last Sunrise’ Star Maia Reficco Is Finally Facing Her Fears
Actress Maia Reficco discusses her leading role in Prime Video’s romance film adaptation “The Last Sunrise,” out on 26 August, and the forthcoming release of her debut music EP. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, the 26-year-old reflects on how playing the character Ry helped her overcome insecurities about femininity and being seen as conventionally attractive…