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New York Film Festival Boss on Scoring ‘Artificial’ and ‘Behemoth’ World Premieres and Why Movies Are ‘Unavoidably Political’

  • NYFF has secured an unusually ambitious slate of world premieres.
  • Many selections engage directly with urgent political and social issues.
  • The festival will also feature lighter, more joyful films.

The New York Film Festival will open on 25 September with an unusually strong selection of world premieres, including Luca Guadagnino’s “Artificial”, Tom McCarthy’s “A Statement” and Tony Gilroy’s “Behemoth”. Artistic director Dennis Lim says the festival’s timing and relationships with filmmakers helped secure the films, reinforcing NYFF’s…

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International Disruptors: Reta Guetg On Building Zurich Film Festival’s “Trendy” Identity & Why New Owners Want To Keep It Small, Nimble & Close To Hollywood

  • Zurich Film Festival is embracing a boutique, Hollywood-connected identity.
  • It aims to launch films and awards contenders rather than become an A-festival.
  • Its summit is putting AI and industry change at the centre.

Reta Guetg, co-owner and director of the Zurich Film Festival, says its new owners are deliberately preserving a small, flexible identity rather than pursuing top-tier “A-festival” status. Following a management buyout from NZZ Group, the festival is strengthening its Hollywood links and aiming to become a launchpad for…

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‘Lanterns’ Biggest Connection to Superman Isn’t Nathan Fillion’s Guy Gardner

  • “Lanterns” confirms the Phantom Zone exists in the DCU.
  • Guy Gardner’s actions link the series to Superman’s mythology.
  • The Zone could introduce major villains in future films.

“Lanterns” expands its connection to the wider DC Universe beyond Nathan Fillion’s appearance as Guy Gardner. The episode reveals that the Phantom Zone exists in this universe, suggesting a significant link to Superman’s mythology and potentially introducing a prison for powerful future villains. Gardner reluctantly retrieves Hal Jordan’s…

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The 5 Best 20-Movie Collections on Apple TV Right Now

  • Apple TV offers curated 20-film bundles featuring acclaimed cinema across multiple genres
  • Collections include cinema classics and contemporary Oscar-winning films alongside genre masterpieces
  • Bundles provide accessible way to build film collections and discover acclaimed cinema

Apple TV is currently offering several 20-movie bundles available for purchase that bring together acclaimed films across diverse genres. The collections are designed to help film enthusiasts expand their libraries with critically lauded and widely beloved masterpieces. Key collections include: - 20 G.O.A.T. Movies Collection: featuring foundational noirs…

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John Wick’ Meets ‘Constantine’ in Paul Bettany’s Fantasy Epic Surging on Free Streaming

  • Legion resurges on Tubi as audiences revisit 2000s fantasy-horror films
  • Bettany film about fallen angel protecting Christ earns renewed streaming attention
  • Critical failure now finds cult audience alongside speculation of Constantine sequel

Paul Bettany's 2010 fantasy film Legion is experiencing an unexpected resurgence in viewership on the free streaming platform Tubi, riding a wave of renewed interest in early-2000s horror-fantasy films like Resident Evil and Underworld. Directed by Scott Stewart, the film draws inspiration from both the cult classic Constantine…

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International Insider: Deep BBC Cuts Begin; Ali G Under Fire; San Sebastian Report

  • BBC cuts are expanding amid a severe funding crisis.
  • Ali G’s return has drawn criticism from Black creatives.
  • Brixton Community Cinema is closing after three years.

The BBC is beginning a major programme of cuts as it seeks £500 million in additional savings on top of £1.5 billion already announced. Planned reductions include 41 BBC Sport roles, possible closure of a channel such as BBC Three, and around 150 voluntary redundancies in technology, highlighting…

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Insta360 expands into mirrorless cameras and image-focused smart glasses

  • Insta360 dominates 360-degree cameras with 73% global market share.
  • It is developing mirrorless cameras and capture-focused smart glasses.
  • The company is expanding into markets led by DJI and traditional camera brands.

Insta360, which controls 73% of the global 360-degree camera market, is expanding beyond its core products as it approaches its 10 millionth camera sale. The company is developing mirrorless cameras and exploring smart glasses designed primarily for convenient, high-quality image capture, rather than artificial-intelligence assistants or replacing smartphones.…

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Meryl Streep’s Aslan casting sparks backlash from American evangelicals

  • Meryl Streep's casting as Aslan's voice has angered some American evangelical Christians
  • Director hired her for acting ability, not to provoke controversy over representation
  • Some evangelicals object; others note the inconsistency of accepting animal depiction but rejecting female voice

Director Greta Gerwig has cast Oscar-winner Meryl Streep to voice Aslan in an upcoming adaptation of C.S. Lewis's The Magician's Nephew, a decision that has provoked outrage among American evangelical commentators. The casting has reignited debate since first being announced in April 2025, with critics viewing a female…

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The 6 Most Universally Loved Books Released Since 2020, Ranked

  • Six recent books have achieved unusually broad popularity.
  • Their appeal spans genres, themes and audiences.
  • Success includes strong sales, reviews and screen adaptations.

The article ranks six books released since 2020 that have achieved unusually broad popularity despite the decline of a shared literary “monoculture”. It argues that these titles have crossed recommendation bubbles through strong reviews, commercial success, adaptations and wide emotional appeal. The books discussed include *Lessons in Chemistry*,…

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The 10 Best Steamy Adult Thrillers of All Time, Ranked

  • Collider ranks ten influential erotic thrillers.
  • The films combine sexual tension with crime, deception and danger.
  • *Cruel Intentions* and *Bound* receive particular praise.

Collider ranks the ten best steamy adult thrillers, presenting erotic suspense as a genre that combines sexual obsession, dangerous crime or mystery plots, noir influences and moral ambiguity. The article argues that these films have helped define and influence erotic thrillers, highlighting their provocative themes, stylish direction and…

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