Venice Film Festival Jury President Defends Golden Lion Choice Amid Controversy Over Standing Ovation Favorite

Venice, Italy — Alexander Payne, president of the jury at the Venice Film Festival, addressed criticism on Saturday regarding the decision to award the festival’s prestigious Golden Lion to Jim Jarmusch’s film, “Father Mother Sister Brother.” This announcement came as a surprising turn for many, especially since Kaouther Ben Hania’s “The Voice of Hind Rajab” received an enthusiastic 22-minute standing ovation following its debut. During a press conference, Payne shared his thoughts on the inherent challenges of festival judging. “The unfair aspect of being at a festival is having to declare one film superior to … Read more

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo Reveals Why Season 4 of ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ is His Favorite Yet

Los Angeles, California – Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, the star of the popular series “The Lincoln Lawyer,” recently expressed his enthusiasm for the fourth season, stating it has been his favorite to date. The actor, who portrays the dedicated defense attorney Mickey Haller, shared his thoughts during a promotional event leading up to the season premiere. Garcia-Rulfo, who joined the series in its inception, highlighted the rich character development and compelling storylines that have unfolded in this latest installment. He noted how each season provides new challenges and complexities for his character, enhancing the overall narrative arc … Read more

Spotlight on Sundance: ‘Come See Me in the Good Light’ Clinches Festival Favorite, Full List of Acclaimed Winners Unveiled

Park City, Utah — The Sundance Film Festival, renowned for showcasing independent films, concluded its latest season with an impressive array of awarded films across various categories. Ryan White’s documentary, “Come See Me in the Good Light,” emerged as the Festival Favorite on the final day, encapsulating the film’s profound exploration of the lives and vulnerabilities of two poets. This year’s Sundance Film Festival stood out for its robust lineup and the global scope of its entries, with 94 feature films and episodic works along with 57 shorts being screened. These films were selected from … Read more