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BLACKPINK’s Lisa documentary reaches cinemas on 12 October
LISA of BLACKPINK will release her solo documentary, “Always Lalisa,” in cinemas worldwide from 12 October before it later streams on YouTube Premium, it was announced on 2 September. Directed by Sue Kim, the film follows the K-pop star’s year away from BLACKPINK as she pursued a solo career, offering insight into the pressures and…
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Controversial GTA 6 Change Has Fans Flipping Out
A viral fan debate has broken out after Italian YouTuber MikeShowSha, who published new details from a hands-off Grand Theft Auto 6 preview in late August, revealed in a follow-up video that sprinting will reportedly be mapped to the L3 button (pressing in the left analogue stick) rather than a face button as in previous…
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Artists First Signs Genre Filmmaker Alexander Henderson
Talent management company Artists First has signed Alexander Henderson, a self-taught filmmaker who built his career through YouTube, in what was described as a competitive signing. The move reflects a broader trend of traditional Hollywood representation firms courting creators who have already proven their storytelling ability and built sizeable audiences online, as Henderson looks to…
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Magnus Ferrell on ‘Asleep Talking’ Going Viral, His R&B Sound & Nepo Baby Allegations | Billboard News Interview
Magnus Ferrell, son of actor Will Ferrell, discussed the viral success of his single “Asleep Talking” in a Billboard News interview, alongside his growing R&B/soul musical direction. He addressed accusations of being a “nepo baby” directly, acknowledging the advantages his position has afforded him while stressing the effort he has put into his craft and…
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Lisa documentary to receive IMAX release before YouTube debut
Sony Music Vision has confirmed release plans for “Always Lalisa”, a feature documentary following Blackpink star Lisa, which will open in IMAX and cinemas worldwide for a limited run from 12 October via Trafalgar Releasing before streaming exclusively on YouTube Premium later this year. Directed by Sue Kim, the film charts a pivotal year in…
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Rebecca Black on the Evolution of Song Virality: ‘No Longer Are We Being Told What to Listen to’
Rebecca Black has spoken about how song virality has transformed since her 2011 hit “Friday” unexpectedly went viral on YouTube when she was just 13. Speaking to Billboard ahead of her new album, Age of the Exhibitionist, she argues that the kind of internet-wide moment “Friday” created no longer really exists, as algorithm-driven platforms like…
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LISA Documentary About Her ‘Transformative Year Away From BLACKPINK’ Is Coming to Theaters
LISA of BLACKPINK has announced that her documentary Always Lalisa, chronicling her solo year away from the group, will receive a worldwide theatrical release. Directed by Sue Kim, the film offers an intimate look at the K-pop star’s efforts to redefine herself as an independent artist while facing new pressures, particularly in the Western music…
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The Definitive ’70s Action Blockbuster Is Officially Streaming for Free on YouTube
The 1972 Bruce Lee film “The Way of the Dragon” is now streaming for free on YouTube, giving audiences an easy opportunity to revisit what is often regarded as Lee’s finest and most personal work. The film marked his directorial debut, and its significance lies in the fact that Lee wrote, produced, directed, choreographed and…
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David Oyelowo & Nate Parker’s Mansa Studios Debuts Slate Of TikTok Microdramas
David Oyelowo and Nate Parker’s Mansa Studios is launching three vertical microdrama series directly on TikTok Minis, marking the company’s first shows to debut on the platform. The move reflects a broader push by Mansa, which bills itself as the first microdrama service dedicated to Black stories, to meet audiences on mobile-first, short-form platforms as…
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YouTuber shows alleged mock-up of Apple’s foldable iPhone 18 Ultra
A YouTuber has posted footage of what he claims is a mock-up of Apple’s rumoured foldable iPhone 18 Ultra, just a week before the company’s next big launch event. Lewis Hilsenteger of the Unbox Therapy channel says the device came from an unnamed source in China and showed it alongside a purported iPhone 18 Pro…