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‘Sailing Song of June’ Triumphs with Grand Jury Prize Amidst Unexpected Best Feature Film Vacancy at China’s Prestigious FIRST Film Festival

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In Xining, China, the FIRST International Film Festival, renowned as a hub for avant-garde independent cinema, concluded its ninth day with an unexpected twist that left attendees in a mix of surprise and approval. This year, the jury decided not to award the Best Feature Film, citing a landscape of diversity but no singularly outstanding work to merit the festival’s highest honor. The festival, which took place from July 20-28, often sets the stage for groundbreaking films and this decision underscored its commitment to excellence, setting high standards for future contenders. Instead of a winner … Read more

Roddy Ricch Triumphs in Landmark Copyright Infringement Lawsuit over Hit Song “The Box”

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Los Angeles, California – Roddy Ricch has come out victorious in a copyright infringement lawsuit over his 2019 hit single, “The Box.” The case involved allegations that the song unlawfully copied elements from Greg Perry’s 1975 track, “Come on Down.” According to a report from Rolling Stone, US District Judge Analisa Torres ruled that there is insufficient evidence to suggest that the two songs are substantially similar. In her eight-page ruling, Judge Torres noted that Perry’s composition is a soul song with a melodic tune, while Ricch’s “The Box” is a monotone rap delivered in … Read more