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Child review – jump scares abound in twisty organ transplant fable that keeps horror at its heart

  • Luxembourg horror about black-market organ trafficking for a dying child
  • Subverts genre conventions with clever narrative structure and striking cinematography
  • Multiple jump scares and themes of parental guilt and economic inequality

A Luxembourg-made horror film follows a separated couple, Greg and Anne, as they travel to an unnamed Eastern European country to acquire an organ on the black market for their critically ill son Leo, who awaits transplant. When their mission goes catastrophically wrong, they encounter a disfigured antagonist…

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Prince’s 1987 double album distilled his restless musical experimentation

  • *Sign o’ the Times* captures Prince’s creative range at a pivotal point.
  • The 80-minute double album blends sharply different styles and themes.
  • John McKie’s new book traces the record’s creation through more than 100 interviews.

Prince’s 1987 double album *Sign o’ the Times* is presented as a defining record from the height of his creativity, bringing together his restless experimentation and wide musical range. A new book by John McKie examines how Prince channelled a period of personal and professional change into music,…

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Mamdani declines Kimmel’s request to text Trump a selfie together

  • Mayor Mamdani refused Kimmel's request to text Trump a selfie
  • Focus on policy work over performative political gestures
  • Emphasises shared NYC commitment despite policy disagreements with Trump

Mayor Zohran Mamdani appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live in Brooklyn and declined the host's humorous request to text President Trump a selfie of them together, joking that he loved "housing more". The exchange highlighted Mamdani's pragmatic approach to his working relationship with Trump, which has attracted media speculation…

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Game of Thrones Meets Star Wars in HBO Max’s Near-Perfect Space Opera

  • Dune blends Game of Thrones and Star Wars into a superior modern space opera
  • Paul Atreides becomes corrupted by power despite good intentions
  • Unlike its predecessors, Dune presents the protagonist's victory as a tragedy

Denis Villeneuve's Dune films on HBO Max represent a masterful blend of Game of Thrones and Star Wars, combining the world-building and political intrigue of both franchises into a modern space opera. The story follows Duke Leto Atreides, who is tasked with controlling the desert planet Arrakis—home to…

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‘Avengers: Endgame Encore’ Tops U.K., Ireland Box Office

  • Avengers: Endgame Encore dominated with £4.1m opening weekend
  • Multiple new films and sequels competed across the top 10
  • Established franchises maintained strong audience engagement

Disney's "Avengers: Endgame Encore" claimed the top spot at the UK and Ireland box office in its opening weekend, generating £4.1 million ($5.5 million). The rerelease dominated the market, with Sony's "Resident Evil" slipping to second place in its second week, whilst Paramount's "Heart of the Beast" and…

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The 10 most memorable movies-within-a-movie

  • Hollywood repeatedly explores its own history through fictional films nested within larger narratives
  • Classic directors use the technique to examine industry evolution from silent era to modern times
  • Sunset Boulevard, Singin' in the Rain and Sullivan's Travels exemplify the practice's enduring appeal

This article explores the tradition of fictional films created within other films, a recurring Hollywood practice in which celebrated filmmakers examine and celebrate (or satirise) the industry itself. The technique allows directors to pour their passion for cinema into narratives that explore different eras and aspects of filmmaking.…

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Only 3 Western Movies Are Better Than ‘Tombstone’

  • Three Westerns rival Tombstone by combining depth with entertainment value.
  • Unforgiven and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly deconstruct rather than celebrate Western mythology.
  • Rewatchability and critical depth are equally important to great cinema.

The article argues that, whilst "Tombstone" is exceptionally entertaining, only three other Westerns are genuinely superior. These films achieve their status by combining intellectual depth with entertainment value rather than sacrificing one for the other. The three films are "Unforgiven," which deconstructs Western heroism by portraying its protagonist…

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Tokyo Film Festival to Honor Mohammad Rasoulof and Mipo O With Kurosawa Akira Award

  • Tokyo Film Festival honours Iranian dissident director Rasoulof and Japanese filmmaker O with Kurosawa award
  • Award recognises directors shaping cinema's future; revived in 2022 after 14-year gap
  • Festival to screen Kurosawa restorations and announce social-issues film award winner

The Tokyo International Film Festival will honour filmmakers Mohammad Rasoulof and Mipo O with its prestigious Kurosawa Akira Award at its 39th edition next month. The award, named after the renowned Japanese director, recognises filmmakers whose work has significantly impacted cinema and is expected to shape its future.…

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Russo Brothers On The Hulk Appearing On ‘Avengers: Doomsday’: “Certainly Involved In The Story That Revolves Around Doom”

  • Banner is involved in the Doom story.
  • Ruffalo’s appearance remains unconfirmed.
  • The film is due on 18 December.

The Russo brothers said Bruce Banner is involved in the Doctor Doom-centred story of *Avengers: Doomsday*, but declined to confirm whether Mark Ruffalo will appear in the film. They added that some cast members have not yet been announced. The film is due for release on 18 December…

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Sylvester Stallone says he’d be in ‘big trouble’ trying to make his career in today’s Hollywood

  • Stallone says today’s Hollywood would be difficult for him to navigate.
  • Rocky earned over $225 million and won best picture.
  • His memoir, The Steps, is due out on 29 September.

Sylvester Stallone says he would struggle to build the same career in today’s Hollywood, citing changes in acting styles, casting and subject matter that he feels he would not relate to. Speaking to CBS Sunday Morning’s Tracy Smith at a 92NY event, he also questioned whether a film…

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