Talent

Cannes Spotlight: “The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo” Shines as Top Film in Un Certain Regard, Celebrating Queer Narratives and Emerging Talent

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CANNES, France — Diego Céspedes’ film, “The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo,” has been awarded the top honor in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, as announced by the jury on Friday. The film tells the story of an 11-year-old girl navigating life in a queer family set against the backdrop of a small Chilean mining town during the early 1980s. The narrative unfolds amid rising anxiety over a perplexing disease alleged to spread through looks exchanged between men. In addition to Céspedes’ triumph, the Jury Prize was awarded to Simón … Read more

Tribeca Festival 2025 Unveils Star-Studded Jury: Hollywood Icons Unite to Champion Emerging Talent

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New York — The Tribeca Festival has announced its jury for the upcoming 2025 edition, which will assess top creative works in film, gaming, and audio storytelling. The festival will run from June 4 to June 15 in New York City, featuring 15 competition categories across various mediums. This year’s jury boasts an impressive mix of talent, featuring actors, directors, and producers renowned in their fields. Among them are Jennifer Beals, Matthew Broderick, Art Linson, and Mira Sorvino. This group is set to spotlight emerging talent and also includes the inaugural Nora Ephron Award to … Read more

Celebrating Female Talent: Amy Werntz Wins The Bennett Prize, Elevating Women in Figurative Art

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Muskegon, Michigan — The Bennett Prize, the largest art award dedicated to women in figurative painting, revealed its latest winner at an exhibition at the Muskegon Museum of Art. This year’s top honor goes to Amy Werntz of Dallas, who previously reached the finals in 2021. Werntz’s award-winning pieces feature poignant depictions of elderly subjects, predominantly women, as they engage in daily activities such as dining in a café or shopping. Her lifelike portrayals aim to evoke intimacy and validate the experiences of older individuals. Dr. Elaine Melotti Schmidt, who co-founded The Bennett Prize with … Read more

Global Creative Icons Unite: 2025 CBWA Creative Awards Set to Spotlight Industry Talent at the Oasis Ball

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Perth, Australia — Campaign Brief WA has gathered an esteemed panel of judges for the 2025 CBWA Creative Awards, celebrating outstanding work in the advertising industry. Winners and finalists will be revealed at a ceremony during the Oasis Ball on May 16. Among the appointed judges is Valerie Madon, who serves as the Chief Creative Officer for the Asia-Pacific region at McCann Worldgroup. With a passion for painting originating from childhood, Madon brings over two decades of creative experience. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with high-profile clients like Singapore Airlines, Burger King, and Procter … Read more