Taxpayer Millions Funded Mediocre UK Films
Exclusive investigation uncovers how scores of low-profile British film productions received overwhelming public funding despite questionable quality and commercial prospects.
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Kristen Stewart Champions Female Film Directors
Hollywood star Kristen Stewart makes powerful plea for gender equality in film directing, calling for more opportunities for women filmmakers during London screening of her new project.
East London pizzeria named Britain's best for 2025
A revolutionary pizzeria in Hackney has beaten all competition to claim the coveted title of Britain's best pizza restaurant in the 2025 Top 50 Pizza guide, surprising food critics nationwide.
Odyssey: London estate agents' cocaine-fuelled collapse
A chaotic new London thriller plunges into the cocaine-addled world of estate agents, where mental collapse and moral bankruptcy collide in the capital's cut-throat property market.
Belen: Gripping true story of wrongful abortion accusation
A powerful new film exposes the harrowing true story of a woman unjustly prosecuted under Argentina's strict abortion laws. Discover this compelling legal drama based on real events.
Fraser & Weisz Reunite for The Mummy Horror Reboot
Hollywood icons Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are set to resurrect the beloved adventure franchise with a terrifying new twist from acclaimed horror directors.
Sara Pascoe wins Jilly Cooper Comedy Award for 'Weirdo'
Comedian and author Sara Pascoe wins the 2025 Jilly Cooper Comedy Women in Print Prize for her novel 'Weirdo', celebrating female comedic talent in literature.
Predator: Badlands Review - Elle Fanning Revitalises Franchise
The Guardian's verdict is in: Dan Trachtenberg's Predator: Badlands delivers a tense, character-driven thriller with Elle Fanning shining in a brutal survival story that reinvents the iconic franchise.
The Truman Show: 27 Years Later, More Prescient Than Ever
As The Truman Show approaches its 27th anniversary, this deep dive explores how Peter Weir's 1998 cinematic vision has evolved from speculative fiction to unnerving social prophecy in our age of reality TV and digital surveillance.
Gusbourne Wins Supreme Champion at Sparkling Wine Awards
Kent's Gusbourne Estate has beaten international competition to win the Supreme Champion title at the world's largest sparkling wine competition, marking a historic victory for English wine.
Shonky Awards 2025: Australia's Worst Companies Exposed
Australia's most dubious consumer products and services have been exposed in the annual Shonky Awards, with banking giants, online marketplaces and health funds facing scrutiny for questionable practices.
Diane Ladd: Hollywood's Subtle Star Power
Celebrating the remarkable career of Diane Ladd, whose sharp and subtle supporting roles illuminated cinema for decades while championing authenticity in Hollywood.
Fantaisie: Modern Ophelia Swamped by Sensory Overload
French director Sandrine Rinaldi's ambitious 'Fantaisie' attempts to reimagine Shakespeare's Ophelia for the digital age, but becomes overwhelmed by its own audiovisual excess in this striking yet frustrating character study.
2025 Game Of The Year Battle: Who Will Win?
The battle for 2025's ultimate gaming honour heats up as industry experts and passionate fans debate whether Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree, Monster Hunter Wilds, or Assassin's Creed Shadows will triumph in this year's Game of the Year awards.
Silk song vs Hades II: Golden Joystick Game of the Year Battle
The gaming world holds its breath as two indie darlings, Team Cherry's Hollow Knight: Silk song and Supergiant's Hades II, lead the nominations for the prestigious Golden Joystick Awards Game of the Year.
Poltergeist's Dark Secret: Real Skeletons Used in Film
Shocking revelations from the making of horror classic Poltergeist, where real human skeletons were used as props, leaving cast traumatised and sparking the infamous 'curse' rumours.
BIFA 2025: My Father's Shadow Leads Nominations
The British Independent Film Awards 2025 nominations are in, with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the field. Discover the full list of contenders and emerging talent shaping UK cinema.
Australia's Top Science Prizes Award COVID and Indigenous Researchers
In a landmark ceremony, Australian physicist Lidia Morawska receives the Prime Minister's Science Prize for proving COVID-19 spreads through airborne transmission, while Michael Wear is honoured for integrating Aboriginal knowledge into environmental scie
Don't Trip: Hollywood's Dark Side Exposed
A razor-sharp indie film skewers Hollywood's toxic culture in this unsettling comedy-horror that finds genuine terror behind the studio gates.
Welsh village beats London for UK's best high street
A charming village high street in Crickhowell, Wales has been crowned the best in the UK, beating fierce competition from London neighbourhoods with its unique community spirit and independent shops.
'Edge of Seat': True Story Soars on Prime Video
Discover how a remarkable true-life drama has captivated audiences worldwide, rocketing to Prime Video's top three charts and leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.
Venice Record-Breaking Palestinian Film Star Speaks Out
Exclusive interview with the star of the groundbreaking Palestinian film that's taking Venice by storm and challenging global perspectives on truth and justice.
90s Horror Classic Tops Netflix Charts After 30 Years
A cult 1990s horror film is experiencing an extraordinary renaissance, being hailed as a cinematic masterpiece and skyrocketing to the top of Netflix charts three decades after its original debut.
Jennifer Lopez's Cinderella Oscar Moment Finally Happens
After decades of waiting, Jennifer Lopez finally claims her Oscar trophy in an emotional ceremony that felt like a real-life fairy tale for the superstar.
London Mist Photo Wins Best Mobile Photography Award
Discover how Guillaume Lavrut's spontaneous London snap, capturing a mysterious figure in the fog, became an award-winning mobile photography sensation and what it reveals about modern creativity.
Spain funds Woody Allen film amid controversy
The Spanish government faces backlash for investing €10 million in Woody Allen's upcoming film, reigniting debates about public funding for controversial filmmakers.
AI Horror Film 'Tool' Personalises Your Nightmares
Groundbreaking British horror film 'Tool' uses artificial intelligence to create personalised nightmares based on viewers' online data, sparking both excitement and ethical debates in the film industry.
BFI London Film Festival Calls for Volunteers
The British Film Institute is seeking enthusiastic volunteers for the 2024 London Film Festival. Discover how you can be part of one of the UK's most prestigious cinematic events and gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access.
Gene Hackman's 400+ Personal Items Up For Auction
Discover the remarkable collection of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman's personal treasures going under the hammer, from film memorabilia to rare artworks.
Relay: Riz Ahmed's chilling surveillance thriller
Justin Piasecki's gripping surveillance thriller 'Relay' starring Riz Ahmed delivers a terrifyingly plausible vision of corporate control that will haunt you long after the credits roll.
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