Cinema

Sundance 2025 Unveils Star-Studded Jury and Promises Dynamic Showcase of Global Cinema

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Park City, Utah – The Sundance Institute has unveiled a lineup of 16 prominent jurors tasked with conferring awards at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. These jurors, drawn from a diverse array of backgrounds, will evaluate submissions across multiple categories, celebrating the pioneering spirits and narratives that mark this year’s cinema landscape. Furthermore, the Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize has already been decided, awarded to “SALLY” directed by Cristina Costantini. From January 23 to February 2, Park City and Salt Lake City will become the focal points for film enthusiasts, as the festival showcases … Read more

Dec. 28: A Momentous Day in History Highlights Judicial Decisions, Cinema Milestones, and Major Birthdays

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Today marks a momentous day in history, as we reach the 363rd day of the year 2024 with only three days remaining. This date has been witness to several key events that have shaped our world in various spheres, from groundbreaking advancements in cinema to pivotal legislative enactments. It was on December 28, 2015, when a significant legal decision came out of Cleveland, as a grand jury chose not to indict two white officers in the death of Tamir Rice, a 12-year-old Black boy who was shot while holding a toy pellet gun. The decision … Read more

Controversy Erupts Over Oscar Submission: Claims of Jury Pressure and Missed Opportunities in Indian Cinema

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Mumbai, India — The selection of India’s official entry for the Oscars has stirred a significant controversy this year, overshadowing the accolades received by various domestic films. Aamir Khan’s production, “Laapata Ladies,” was chosen over other critically acclaimed movies, such as “All We Imagine As Light,” sparking debates about the influence of celebrity power on the jury’s decision-making process. The jury, consisting of 13 members, originally favored Chaitanya Tamhane’s “Court” in a previous selection cycle, hinting at the ongoing tension between artistic merit and star influence. Allegations have surfaced that prominent Bollywood figures have exerted … Read more

Zoya Akhtar Joins Global Cinema Elites at Marrakech Film Festival’s Star-Studded Opening

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Marrakech, Morocco — The 21st Marrakech Film Festival, a prestigious cinema event, commenced recently with a glittering array of international film talents gracing the red carpet. Among the notable attendees was Indian filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, who is serving on the jury panel this year. The panel, chaired by acclaimed director Luca Guadagnino, also includes luminaries such as Hollywood actors Andrew Garfield and Jacob Elordi, Iranian filmmaker Ali Abbasi, Argentine director Santiago Mitre, and Moroccan actor Nadia Kounda. Patricia Arquette, the celebrated American actress, and Belgian-French actor Virginie Efira are also contributing their expertise to the … Read more