Gay Cinema Pioneer Rosa von Praunheim Dies at 83
Rosa von Praunheim, the provocative German film-maker whose 1971 film sparked a 'Stonewall moment', has died aged 83, days after marrying his partner. Read about his legacy.
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Rob Reiner's Final Spinal Tap Film Release Delayed
The release of Rob Reiner's final concert film, 'Spinal Tap at Stonehenge: The Final Finale', is postponed after his death. The 2026 project is on hold as the family decides the path forward.
Dardenne Brothers' Triumph in UK's Best Films 2025
The Dardenne brothers' 'Young Mothers' is named the UK's 3rd best film of 2025. A powerful return to form, it explores teen mums with empathy and dignity. Read the full review.
Hollywood's Age-Blind Casting: A New Trend?
Why are films like 'Goodbye June' and 'Thanksgiving' ignoring age realism? Explore Hollywood's history of age-blind casting, from Helen Mirren to Nicole Kidman.
Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy Film Review
Review of Korean sci-fi film Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy, starring Ahn Hyo-seop & K-pop's Jisoo. Life becomes a deadly game in this fantasy, released digitally from 15 December.
Inside the real village from The Holiday film
Residents reveal what life is truly like in Shere, Surrey, the picture-perfect village made famous by the Christmas classic The Holiday, from tourist crowds to hidden cocktail bars.
Spielberg's Alien Film Hailed as 'Return of the King'
Steven Spielberg's new sci-fi film 'Disclosure Day' has fans ecstatic. The trailer hints at a global alien crisis, starring Emily Blunt and Colin Firth. In cinemas June 2026.
Avatar 3 Review: A Gigantically Uninteresting Spectacle
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' delivers stunning visuals but remains a colossal, emotionally vacant epic. The third instalment lands in UK cinemas on 19 December.
Sleepless in Seattle Live Orchestra Show in London 2026
Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan's classic rom-com 'Sleepless in Seattle' gets its first live concert performance at London's Royal Festival Hall on Valentine's Day 2026. Book tickets now.
Share your favourite film of 2025 with The Guardian
The Guardian is asking readers to name their best film of 2025. Share your favourite thriller, comedy or horror anonymously via our secure form. Tell us now!
London Film Awards: 'One Battle After Another' Dominates
Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' sweeps the London Critics' Circle Film Awards nominations with nine nods. Discover the full list of contenders and the celebration of human creativity over algorithms.
Classic 'Traumatising' Film Watership Down on Amazon Prime
The 1978 animated film Watership Down, infamous for its dark scenes, is now available to stream on BFI Player via Amazon Prime Video. Discover why this 'children's' film shocked a generation.
Spielberg Classic 'Catch Me If You Can' Tops Netflix UK Charts
Steven Spielberg's acclaimed 2002 film 'Catch Me If You Can', starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, is now streaming on Netflix UK and climbing the charts. Discover why fans call it a secret Christmas classic.
Michael Caine retires for fourth time at 92
Legendary actor Michael Caine, 92, appears to retire for a fourth time while accepting a lifetime achievement award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
Aldgate in Winter Festival 2025: Dates & Highlights
The 9th Aldgate in Winter Festival is back on 4th & 5th December with a lantern parade, community feast, live music, and festive workshops. Join the free celebration in Aldgate Square.
Panahi's New Film Exposes Iranian Brutality at Cannes
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
Love Actually Hits Netflix for Christmas 2025
The iconic 2003 festive film 'Love Actually' is now streaming on Netflix, delighting fans who call it the ultimate Christmas romantic comedy. Discover why this star-studded classic endures.
The Lost Original Boat from The African Queen
The original boat used in the classic film 'The African Queen' was scrapped, a fate revealed in a new biography of Katharine Hepburn. Discover the story of a lost cinematic icon.
Jodie Foster calls acting 'a cruel job' she never chose
At the Marrakech film festival, Jodie Foster reflects on her child actor start, the dangers for young performers, and why she'd never choose the profession now.
The Outsiders: A Secretly Gay Film Without Gay Characters
Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 coming-of-age drama 'The Outsiders' is re-examined as a foundational queer film, exploring its homoerotic subtext and impact on gay audiences. Discover the hidden narrative.
Jacinda Ardern Documentary Shows Human Side of Leadership
A new documentary portrait of New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern reveals a vulnerable, shrewd leader. The film tracks her premiership from 2017 to 2023. Read our review.
Iran sentences director Jafar Panahi to prison and travel ban
Acclaimed Iranian film-maker Jafar Panahi, 65, receives a one-year prison sentence and two-year travel ban for 'propaganda activities'. His lawyer confirms an appeal will be filed. Read the latest.
Reading & Leeds 2026 headliners announced in historic move
Reading and Leeds Festival unveils its first wave of 2026 headliners, marking the first time in 25 years all top acts are British or Irish. Leeds Main Stage also expands to Thursday.
British Independent Film Awards 2025 Winners Revealed
Discover all the winners from the 2025 British Independent Film Awards ceremony in London, including Pillion's four victories and special honours for Emily Watson and Warp Films.
Sydney Sweeney's 'Christy' Delivers a Knockout Blow
Sydney Sweeney shines in the boxing biopic 'Christy', proving her acting chops beyond the celebrity headlines. Discover the real story behind the film.
Mumford & Sons to play BST Hyde Park in July 2026
Mumford & Sons confirmed for BST Hyde Park on July 4, 2026. Get dates, ticket details, and full lineup info for the star-studded London summer festival.
Sirāt: Overpraised Cannes Film Divides Audiences
Oliver Laxe's Cannes prize-winning film Sirāt, starring Sergi López, divides critics with its desert quest narrative. Is this the year's most overpraised movie? Read our review.
£750m Marlow Film Studios approved by ministers
Labour government greenlights major £750m Hollywood-style film studio in Buckinghamshire, creating 4000 jobs and signalling pro-growth planning policy shift.
London's £1bn Film Studios Plan with 500 Homes
A £1bn film and TV studio complex, the Camden Film Quarter, is planned for Kentish Town. The project promises world-class facilities and 500 affordable homes, sparking local debate.
Netflix adds Oscar-winning film 'The Holdovers'
Netflix has surprise-released the Oscar-winning film 'The Holdovers', a 1970s-set drama hailed as a new Christmas classic. Stream this moving story of connection now.
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