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Chloé Zhao’s ‘Hamnet’ Triumphs at TIFF, Claiming People’s Choice Award in a Festival Packed with Riveting Stories

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Toronto, Canada — Chloé Zhao’s adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s acclaimed novel, “Hamnet,” has captured the People’s Choice Award at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), marking a significant achievement for the director. The award was announced during a ceremony held on Sunday, and it reflects the festival’s unique approach, allowing audiences rather than a jury to decide the year’s favorite film. At TIFF, attendees of public screenings cast votes for their top picks on the festival’s official website. “Hamnet” led the voting, triumphing over Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein,” which secured second place, and Rian … Read more

Texas Breaks Ground with Trey’s Law: Sexual Assault NDAs Nullified, Empowering Survivors to Share Their Stories

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SAN ANTONIO – Survivors of sexual assault in Texas are poised to gain a significant measure of freedom following the passing of a transformative piece of legislation known as Trey’s Law. This new law, touted as the most robust of its kind in the nation, nullifies non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) related to sexual assault, allowing victims to speak openly about their experiences without the threat of legal repercussions. The law is named after Trey Carlock, who endured a decade of grooming and abuse by his summer camp director beginning at the age of seven. His sister, … Read more