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‘Renoir’ Producer’s Drama ‘Life Is Yours’ Follows Cleaner’s Revenge Against Foreign Resort
Emma Kawawada’s “Life Is Yours” centers on Kimie, a 71-year-old cleaner who infiltrates a luxury resort owned by a foreign company that seized her land and caused her husband’s death. Seeking revenge, she approaches the young CEO, Lily, but an unexpected maternal bond develops
Immersive Art Platform Xinemarte Set to Transform Asian Cinemas Into Experiential Venues (EXCLUSIVE)
Creative technology company SQNXR is bringing its Xinemarte cinematic art platform to Asia, transforming underutilized cinema spaces into premium immersive audiovisual experiences. The rollout is scheduled to begin in May and the rest of the year in Taiwan, Hong Kong and South
Macron calls for moratorium on striking energy, water infrastructure in Iran conflict
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday called for strikes in the U.S. and Israeli conflict against Iran on energy and water infrastructure to be stopped. “I have just spoken with the Emir of Qatar and President Trump following the strikes that hit gas production
Chinese Hit Satire ‘Johnny Keep Walking!’ to Get French Remake Through Master Movies (EXCLUSIVE)
French production company Master Movies has acquired the French remake rights for the 2023 Chinese comedy feature “Johnny Keep Walking!” The deal was struck with Chinese film company Tiger Pictures Entertainment and marks one of the rare instances of a mainland Chinese film
Slippers Announces New Album Slippers 08: Hear “Wants For Everyone”
Earlier today we posted about Some Velvet Sidewalk, the influential lo-fi band who are releasing their first album in 29 years on K/Perennial Records. Now we’re here to tell you about the LA indie act Slippers, who is announcing Slippers 08, her debut for that same label, which
Sundance-Winning Iranian Filmmaker’s ‘Rainy Dreams’ Explores Children’s Nightmares Amid Displacement at Hong Kong Financing Forum
Alireza Ghasemi’s “Rainy Dreams” combines live action and animation to explore the dreams of displaced children waiting in limbo in Calais, France, transforming their nocturnal visions into animated sequences including a candle sealed in a crate, a circus of judgment and a boy
Ryan Gosling Says Harrison Ford’s “Not Like Us” After Seeing Him “House Half a Bottle of Advil as a Joke”
The 'Project Hail Mary' star is detailing some stories while filming 2017's 'Blade Runner 2049' with the legendary actor.
How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.
Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates
Before the conflict began, analysts had expected a cut in the Bank rate at this meeting.
Some 'designer' crossbreed dogs may have more problem behaviors than pure breeds
In a new, survey-based study of three kinds of "designer" crossbreed dogs, cockapoos, cavapoos and labradoodles, all three showed more undesirable behaviors than at least one of their purebred progenitor breeds, with cockapoos displaying the most unwanted habits. Gina Bryson of
Busan Winner’s Absurdist Parable ‘Fishers of Men’ Explores Obsession
Indian filmmaker Sanju Surendran’s “Fishers of Men” centers on Sreekumar, a vegetarian bank officer in Kerala whose contented, orthodox life unravels after a bizarre incident at a party forces him to consume alcohol and fish, triggering an uncontrollable obsession that
AI-Realized, Human-Written Microdrama Series ‘Spore Fall’ Unveiled by Singapore Studio Edenstone (EXCLUSIVE)
Singapore-based studio Edenstone has revealed “Spore Fall,” a human-written, AI-realized microdrama series. The sci-fi project introduces a hybrid production model in which human-authored scripts and narratives are brought to life through AI-generated visuals, targeting
UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports
Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy.
AI Ethics and the Future of Filmmaking Debated at FilMart Forum: ‘If We Cannot Stop Technology, Then We Should Be Asking What We Can Gain From It.”
AI and its rapidly expanding role in film and television production took center stage at a FilMart, which gathered five industry veterans across technology, directing and production to discuss the hot topic. Opening the session, Oscar-winning filmmaker Ruby Yang, who heads the
The Science Is in: No One Likes Your Cockapoo
Why not get a cocker spaniel or poodle instead? The post The Science Is in: No One Likes Your Cockapoo appeared first on Nautilus .
Heavy social media usage erodes young people's wellbeing, report finds
HELSINKI, March 19 - Heavy social media usage appears to contribute to a drop in wellbeing among young people, especially girls, in some English-speaking countries, the World Happiness Report published on Thursday found.
Exclusive-US weighs military reinforcements as Iran war enters possible new phase
By Phil Stewart, Idrees Ali, Erin Banco and Gram Slattery WASHINGTON, March 18 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's administration is considering deploying thousands of U.S. troops to reinforce its operation in the Middle East, as the U.S. military prepares for possible next
Republicans defeat resolution to halt US military strikes against Iran
Senate Republicans on Wednesday defeated a Democratic-sponsored motion to advance a war powers resolution to halt President Trump’s military strikes against Iran, a conflict that has caused oil and gas prices to soar. The Senate voted 47-53 against discharging the resolution to
Labubu movie in the works as viral toys attempt film crossover
Pop Mart and Sony Pictures say the film will combine live action and computer-generated animation.
‘Chainsaw Man’ Movie, Mass-Market Campaign and Surging Data Fuel Crunchyroll’s Drive to Make India Anime’s Next Global Powerhouse (EXCLUSIVE)
Anime streamer Crunchyroll is making its most aggressive push yet into India, backed by audience data showing watch time in the country has grown 3.5 times in a year, a mass-market brand campaign and an exclusive on “Chainsaw Man the Movie: Reze Arc” — all part of a long-term
School phone policies not silver bullet for student outcomes
Students who attend schools with smartphone bans report missing sleep to make up for "lost time" on their phones but benefit from more face-to-face socializing in the school day, as a new UK study reveals a mixed picture of how phones affect secondary school students'
‘Labubu’ Movie Set at Sony With ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Screenwriter Steven Levenson to Join ‘Paddington’ Director Paul King
Pop Mart and Sony Pictures’ “Labubu” movie has officially unveiled the creative team that will bring the global phenomenon to the big screen. BAFTA-nominated director Paul King (“Wonka,” “Paddington”) will produce and direct the film, and will co-write the screenplay with
Labubu Live-Action Movie Lands Steven Levenson to Pen Script With Director Paul King for Sony
The studio confirms that a feature is officially in early development that will adapt Pop Mart's line of monster figurines.
Hwang Dong-hyuk on Life After ‘Squid Game’ and Why His Next Project Is Even More Brutal
Chatting with The Hollywood Reporter at Filmart, the Korean auteur shares the vision behind his violent new film 'KO Club,' and the three Korean movies that most shaped him.
Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum 2026 Hotlist
The Hollywood Reporter selects five buzzy titles from HAF that could follow Tommy Ng Kai-ching's 'Another World' and Wu Zao's 'Light Pillar' and become breakout successes.
Pakistani strike killed hundreds, Afghanistan says, as regional conflicts boil
As attention focuses on Iran, the conflict between two of its neighbors is escalating.
Thailand’s Anutin seeks new mandate as parliament votes on prime minister
A win could usher in a rare period of stability for a country long plagued by political turmoil.
Directable AI Set to Disrupt Film and TV Biz: ‘It’s Going to Help Small Film Industries in Asia Compete’
Generative AI has already changed commercial advertising, is replacing countless processes within film and TV production and is poised to upend even newer technology such as virtual production, says filmmakers and technologists who have spoken to Variety on the sidelines of
The Four Desires Driving All Human Behavior: Bertrand Russell’s Magnificent Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech
"Nothing in the world is more exciting than a moment of sudden discovery or invention, and many more people are capable of experiencing such moments than is sometimes thought."
What Do We Really Think of the New New Museum?
Hyperallergic’s editors sit down for an earnest conversation about the institution’s expanded building and inaugural exhibition.
Nippon TV’s ‘Tokyo Miko Ninja’ Shows What Human-AI Co-Creation Looks Like in Practice (EXCLUSIVE)
When Nippon TV premiered “Tokyo Miko Ninja” in January, the Japanese broadcaster wasn’t testing the waters on AI-integrated drama production. It was, by its own account, making a declaration. Set in a stylized version of present-day Tokyo where the sensibility of the Edo period
As War Drives Viewers to Streaming, Pakistan’s Begin Platform Expands Content Slate and Eyes South Asian Growth (EXCLUSIVE)
With war in the Middle East and between Pakistan and Afghanistan reshaping viewing habits across the region, Begin CEO Jonathan Mark-Tatti sees opportunity where others see disruption. “Geopolitical instability creates economic and operational challenges, but it often increases
Joe Kent discusses decision to resign over Iran on Tucker Carlson program
Joe Kent, the former top Trump administration intelligence official who resigned this week over the U.S. military’s ongoing operations in Iran, discussed his decision in a podcast interview Wednesday with right-wing pundit Tucker Carlson, who shares many of his opinions on the
Rosalía’s Lux Tour Merch Includes A Novel Hoodie
Earlier this week, Rosalía kicked off her massive tour to celebrate last year's massive Lux . She gave live debuts to most of the album, and it turns out she went all-out with merch too, particularly with a white hoodie whose hood has a nun's habit to resemble Rosalía's on the
New DNA base editor minimizes bystander edits while maintaining high efficiency
The trajectory of base editing has been remarkable, progressing from the laboratory to patient care, treating debilitating or terminal illnesses, in less than a decade. A type of gene editing that makes chemical changes to our DNA, base editing was developed by Alexis Komor,
Sakha Filmmakers Make First Coordinated Industry Push at Hong Kong FilMart With 20-Project Slate
Filmmakers from the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia, Russia) are mounting their first organized appearance at Hong Kong FilMart, presenting a regional booth with a slate of more than 20 projects spanning horror, supernatural thrillers, comedy and socially driven drama. The
Hong Kong’s First Multi-Sensory XR Film Announced at Filmart (EXCLUSIVE)
Hong Kong cinema takes a bold leap into the immersive era as veteran director and cinematographer Kwok-man Keung unveils “Harbour Dreams: Hong Kong XR Adventure” at this year’s FilMart. Hailed as the city’s first 6D multi-sensory film, the 20-minute experience blends VR, AR,
Pentagon seeks more than $200 billion in budget request for Iran war, Washington Post reports
WASHINGTON, March 18 (Reuters) - The Pentagon has asked the White House to approve a more than $200 billion request to the U.S. Congress to fund the war in Iran, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday, citing a senior administration official. (Reporting by Jasper Ward and
The Iran war is causing a global energy crisis - can China withstand it?
With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.
Netflix plans ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ global concert tour before sequel to hit film: report
"KPop Demon Hunters" won the Oscar for best animated feature on Sunday. The movie's song, "Golden," took the Academy Award for best original song.
From kampung to Golden Globes: How Malaysian label Khoon Hooi became a global occasion wear brand
Nearly three decades in, Malaysian designer Lee Khoon Hooi has dressed Golden Globes red carpets, built a loyal following across the Middle East – and still picks up his own phone.
Padilla says he will 'rework' bill establishing Chávez National Park after abuse allegations
Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) on Wednesday vowed to “rework” a bill he introduced last year proposing the creation of a national park dedicated to César Chávez, after a lengthy piece in The New York Times revealed numerous allegations of sexual abuse against the late civil
Iranian barrages kill at least four Palestinians in West Bank, one man in Israel, emergency services say
The strike on the West Bank town of Beit Awa, near Hebron, also wounded six other women, the Red Crescent said. Emergency services reported that one foreign worker was killed in central Israel, while several others were lightly wounded in the Arab town of Jaljulya and Tel Aviv
How to stop panic buying: Research finds COVID lesson
Panic buying doesn't just respond to shortages—it creates them. And according to a University of the Sunshine Coast behavioral scientist, the lessons learned during COVID-19 remain critical for preventing future buying frenzies.
New ice core studies expand histories of greenhouse gases and ocean temperature to 3 million years
New analyses of ancient ice from Antarctica and the air contained inside it are extending the history of Earth's climate records and expanding researchers' understanding of how the planet has changed over the last 3 million years.
This is maybe the best baseball catch you’ll ever...
This is maybe the best baseball catch you’ll ever see. Or the most fun one anyway.
Global insect rescue plan requires new technology to ensure success
Cameras that photograph insects overnight and AI that identifies them are among a new generation of tools that could finally allow scientists to track whether the world's plan to save nature is working for its most overlooked creatures. A global team of scientists has found
