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Star-Studded Jury Announced for 78th Cannes Film Festival, Led by Juliette Binoche

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CANNES, France — The 78th Festival de Cannes will see its jury led by acclaimed French actress Juliette Binoche, known for her impactful performances in cinema. Binoche will be joined by a diverse panel of industry figures, including American actress and filmmaker Halle Berry, Indian director Payal Kapadia, and Italian actress Alba Rohrwacher. The jury will also include Leïla Slimani, a French-Moroccan author recognized for her literary contributions, alongside Congolese filmmaker Dieudo Hamadi, Korean director Hong Sangsoo, and Mexican director Carlos Reygadas. American actor Jeremy Strong, known for his dynamic roles, rounds out the esteemed … Read more

Istanbul Celebrates Cinema: Winners Announced at the 44th Istanbul Film Festival

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Istanbul, Turkey — The vibrant city of Istanbul once again celebrated cinematic excellence at the 44th Istanbul Film Festival, curated by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (IKSV). The festival culminated in a grand awards ceremony at the Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall, recognizing the best of both Turkish and international films. This year’s edition was marked by a notable change as the national and international competitions were combined into a singular Golden Tulip Competition. This ambitious amalgamation featured 15 films vying for the prestigious Golden Tulip, with entries ranging from domestic cinematic pieces … Read more

Kerala Film Critics Awards 2024 Announced: Discover All the Winners!

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Thiruvananthapuram, India – The Kerala Film Critics Awards have once again spotlighted the finest in Malayalam cinema, celebrating a wide array of films and performances from the past year in a grand ceremony held in Kerala’s capital. The prestigious event not only honors outstanding achievements in filmmaking but also serves as a reflection of the dynamic trends and artistic depth within the regional film industry. This year’s ceremony saw a mixture of seasoned veterans and fresh faces receiving accolades, underlining the diverse talent pool that continues to evolve in Malayalam cinema. Some of the highlights … Read more

Mistrial Announced in High-Profile 2019 Unalaska Fatal Crash Case

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Unalaska, Alaska – A mistrial was declared this week in the case against a man accused in a fatal 2019 crash, which took the lives of two individuals and injured several others on Alaska’s Aleutian chain. The tragic incident occurred when a pickup truck, driven by David Lastimoso, veered off the roadway and struck a group of people waiting at a bus stop near the airport in Unalaska, a key fishing port in Dutch Harbor. The decision to declare a mistrial was made after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict following a trial … Read more