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Matt Damon revealed he is in the early stages of research in a documentary project tackling the war in Ukraine at the Berlin Film Festival on Sunday.

Christopher Vourlias Sean Penn said he was happy to be a “propagandist” for the Ukrainian war effort and called Russian president Vladimir Putin a “creepy little bully” Saturday in Berlin, after the world premiere of his gonzo documentary “Superpower,” a gripping, courage-under-fire portrait of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy. “This is not an unbiased film because this is not an ambiguous war,” he said, calling the conflict “extremely personal.” “I’m very happy to be considered a propagandist. I was happy to make an unbiased film because that is the true story we found.” Donning a black jacket and hoodie and sporting a camouflage trucker cap, Penn repeatedly called on the Biden administration to send precision, long-range missiles to Kyiv to support the Ukrainian war effort.

Guy Lodge Film Critic Last November, in a gesture that the actor himself described as “a symbolic, silly thing,” Sean Penn gifted one of his two Academy Awards to Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to mark his emotional investment in the country as they continue to fight Russia’s invasion — attracting widespread mockery from social media and the entertainment press in the process. That this moment is not included in Penn and co-director Aaron Kaufman’s “Superpower,” a disordered, distinctly Penn-centric account of recent Ukrainian history, counts as one of the film’s few moments of self-awareness. As far as the rest goes, anyone watching this doc right after emerging from a two-year coma could be forgiven for identifying the Hollywood veteran as a key player in the conflict.

Sean Penn and a gonzo documentary camera crew found themselves on the frontlines of war as they waited to see if they could interview Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Not only did he land that interview, but he continued to travel back to Ukraine to chronicle the horrors of war a total of six times for “Superpower,” a documentary Penn co-directed that premiered to a standing ovation at the Berlin Film Festival on Friday. In the nearly two-hour-long film, produced by Vice, Penn underlines America’s shortcomings in supporting Ukraine in the war. Zelenskyy, who grows increasingly comfortable around the Oscar-winning actor in a series of interviews, reveals his frustrations at the lack of support in the form of high-impact weapons received from the Biden administration.

Roughly three quarters of the way into Superpower, the documentary about the war in Ukraine directed by Sean Penn and Aaron Kaufman, the Oscar-winning actor displays a fixed-blade knife while traveling by car through the embattled country. He jokes to the camera, “All of Ukraine should feel safe now that I’m armed.” He adds, holding up fists clenched like a boxer’s, “Plus, I’ve got these.”

Kristen Stewart glams it up for the opening ceremony of the 73rd Annual Berlinale International Film Festival at the Berlinale Palast on Thursday (February 16) in Berlin, Germany.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered an empowered live video message to attendees of the opening night of the 73rd edition of the Berlin International Film Festival, urging filmmakers and culture “not to remain silent” when it comes to global politics as his country approaches a year since the Russian invasion.

The 2023 Berlin Film Festival will open Thursday with a live video message from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Manori Ravindran Executive Editor of International Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to make an appearance at the Berlinale, Variety has learned. A spokesperson for the Berlin Film Festival, which kicks off on Thursday, confirmed that the Ukrainian leader “will be present at Berlinale in some kind of form,” although “which and when is not confirmed yet.” Zelenskyy is the subject of one of the festival’s most high-profile projects: Sean Penn and Aaron Kaufman’s top-secret documentary “Superpower.” The details of the film have remained sparse for over a year, when it was first revealed that Penn had been in Ukraine when the war with Russia broke out.

King Charles was asked to "bring back" Prince Harry during an outing to East London today, something he laughed off rather awkwardly. The monarch had been on a visit to the University of East London's Stratford campus when a royal fan said the request.

EXCLUSIVE: Nacelle, the studio behind Down to Earth with Zac Efron and Grant, Kevin Hart’s Guide to Black History, has struck a deal to distribute a feature-length doc filmed during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The company has taken worldwide rights to Comedy of War: Laughter in Ukraine.

The Berlin Film Festival unveiled the titles selected for its official competition as well as its sidebar Encounters competitive section this morning. Scroll down for the full lineup.

Blue An, Film.UA & ZDF Team On Zelenskyy Doc ‘Citizens At War’

The Golden Globes return to NBC after a year’s hiatus and are set to air Tuesday, January 10 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT live on the network as well as on the Peacock streaming service. Jarrod Carmichael will host the ceremony taking place at the Beverly Hilton.

“I sincerely hope this holiday season will drain the poison that has infected our politics, and set us against one another,” an optimistic President Joe Biden said this afternoon in a Christmas address to the nation. However, if the politically nimble Democrat in the White House hoped to break through the echo chamber of our national discourse, Fox News Channel burst that wish

There they are! Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were a must-see as they received the 2022 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Award in New York City on Tuesday, December 6.

Arriving in style. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle landed in New York City on Tuesday, December 6, just two days before their Netflix docuseries debuts.

Sean Penn, who has two Academy Awards, gifted one of his Oscar trophies to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a visit to the capital Kyiv.

David Letterman has sat down with another President for the latest installment of Netflix’s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction.

Conor Kennedy - the son of Robert F. Kennedy Jr and ex-boyfriend of pop megastar Taylor Swift - has revealed that he has been secretly fighting against Russia in Ukraine and was “willing to die there”.

Ukraine joining NATO could lead to a third world war, the deputy secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation said.

Prince William and Princess Kate could potentially have a royal reunion with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on the East Coast in December. The Prince and Princess of Wales are set to attend the second annual Earthshot Prize awards ceremony in Boston on Dec. 2, and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be honored a few days later at the Robert F.

Stevie Nicks has featured on a new collaborative song to raise money for the Ukraine relief effort.The song, ‘Face To Face’, is part of the ‘Collaborate For Peace’ project from Eurythmics‘ Dave Stewart, Russian musician Boris Grebenshchikov and Ukrainian Serhii Babkin. All proceeds will go to the Global United24 initiative from the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.Nicks said in a statement: “Since the day the war began, I have carried Ukraine and its people in my heart. I am so honoured to sing on this song written by my friend Dave Stewart, Boris Grebenshchikov and Serhii Babkin.

@elonmuskIn a follow-up tweet to his original post, Musk wrote that everything he wrote is “highly likely to be the outcome in the end – just a question of how many die before then.” And once again, Melnyk had a response.“The only outcome ist [sic] that now no Ukrainian will EVER buy your f…ing tesla crap,” he wrote. “So good luck to you.”The only outcome ist that now no Ukrainian will EVER buy your f…ing tesla crap.

Katherine Tulich Sean Penn, who was recently close to the front lines of the war in Ukraine, is playing a fictionalized version of himself in satirical Australian series “C*A*U*G*H*T.” The show is an original production for Australian streamer Stan and has now started production in Sydney’s Fox Studios.

Mark Hamill has become the latest big name to become an ambassador for United24, the official fundraising arm of the Ukrainian government as it continues its war against Russia.

Barbra Streisand has become the ambassador for the Ukraine government’s official fundraising platform, United24, after a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

CNN on Thursday denounced the Nicaraguan government after the network’s Spanish-language service CNN en Español was taken off the air there late Wednesday.

Olena Zelenska has hailed attending Queen Elizabeth's funeral "a great honour". The Ukrainian First Lady - who is the wife of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy - represented her war-torn country at the British monarch's state funeral at London's Westminster Abbey on Monday (19. 09.

Catherine, Princess of Waleshas met with the First Lady of Ukraine at Buckingham Palace. The 40-year-old royal held an audience with Olena Zelenska - who is the wife of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy - at the reception at the Palace on Sunday from the war-torn country as the world leader is expected to represent her country at Queen Elizabeth's funeral on Monday (19. 09.

statement in response to his mother’s death.A statement from His Majesty The King: pic.twitter.com/AnBiyZCher“The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family,” he wrote. “I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.”Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy took quickly to Twitter to express condolences.“It is with deep sadness that we learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” he wrote.

David Muir is one of the most dependable anchors in primetime news, helming the most viewed show during his time slot with ABC News' World News Tonight.MORE: David Muir gets everybody talking with photo of his lookalike nephewViewers often rely on him to provide updates on major breaking news and undertake some of the most daring stories.VIDEO: David Muir's glimpse into his lavish homeSuch was the case with his latest endeavor, as he made his way to Ukraine once again to interview president Volodymyr Zelenskyy while the country still grapples with war.He shared outtakes from his undertaking that captured the seriousness of the assignment and how pertinent the conversation around the conflict still is.MORE: Kelly Ripa supported by good friend David Muir as she counts down days until book release"In Kyiv with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy - we ask about Ukraine's new counteroffensive, the growing nuclear concerns at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, about Putin, about alleged war crimes, and whether Zelenskyy sees an end to this war," David wrote.The anchor was supported by his colleagues on ABC and Good Morning America, including Amy Robach, Ginger Zee, and Gio Benitez, among others.A post shared by David Muir (@davidmuirabc)David returned to Ukraine to interview president Volodymyr ZelenskyyHis friend Deborah Roberts even commented on his post: "Intriguing.

Russian Foreign Affairs Ministry’s website (September 5), the personal sanctions are said to be in response to US sanctions against Russia following the country’s invasion of Ukraine.A translated statement reads: “In response to the ever-expanding personal sanctions on Russian citizens by Joe Biden’s administration, a permanent ban to enter the Russian Federation has been imposed on another group of US Congress members, high-ranking officials, members of the business and expert community and cultural figures.”Both Stiller and Penn have shown support for Ukraine amid the country’s ongoing war with Russia. In June, Stiller, a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) met with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and also visited occupied settlements in Kyiv.A post shared by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency (@refugees)In a video on Instagram, Stiller said: “I’m meeting people who’ve been impacted by the war and hearing how it’s changed their lives.

blacklist of 25 people, Senators Rick Scott, Mark Kelley, Pat Toomey, Kevin Kramer and Krysten Sinema were also barred from the countryThis isn’t the only thing the actors have in common, however, as both Penn and Stiller made trips to Ukraine and met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy earlier this year.Penn traveled to Ukraine to capture the crisis following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine for a Vice documentary and had a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Chris Cuomo also joined the actor in Ukraine in June as Penn worked on a “film showing the reality and helping the hurting with relief org CORE,” according to Cuomo’s Instagram.

Ethan Shanfeld Ben Stiller and Sean Penn have been permanently banned from entering Russia, the Kremlin announced Monday. The actors are listed among 23 other United States citizens newly barred from the country, including Senators Kirsten Cinema, Richard Scott, Patrick Toomey Jr. and Mark Kelly, as well as Deputy Ministers of Trade Matthew S. Alexrod, Don Graves, Thea Kandler and Jeremy Pelter, and Minister of Commerce Gina Raimondo. An official statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, translated to English, reads: “In response to the ever-expanding personal sanctions by the Biden Administration against Russian citizens, against another group of persons from among members of the U.S. Congress, high-ranking officials, representatives of the business and expert communities, as well as cultural figures (25 people), a ban on entry into the Russian Federation on a permanent basis. The following is a list of names of American citizens who are included in the Russian ‘stop list,’ based on the principle of reciprocity.”

Sean Penn and Ben Stiller today were among 25 “high-ranking officials, representatives of the business and expert communities, as well as cultural figures” banned from Russia today by that country’s foreign ministry.