The heartbroken mum of little Scots girl diagnosed with blood cancer has sent a message of hope to others battling the cruel disease.
13.11.2023 - 20:25 / variety.com
Marta Balaga Chinese director Wang Bing found joy in latest film “Youth (Spring),” focusing on young textile workers. But as he continues to work on his trilogy, things might get a bit darker. “Their age is one of the factors here: they are so young and it’s just a happy time in your life.
You are experiencing so many things, for example romantic relationships. Their actions are not entirely controlled by rationality, which made for vivid footage,” he tells Variety ahead of traveling to IDFA, where he is this year’s Guest of Honor. “But here’s the thing – this trilogy is not finished yet.
I will finish the second and third part by 2024 and they are not the same [as the first]. Maybe when it is completed, it will feel completely different?” Despite winning multiple awards over the years, including Locarno’s Golden Leopard for “Mrs. Fang,” making films hasn’t necessarily gotten easier, he admits.
Especially ones with a lengthy running time. “It’s hard, but my films aren’t commercial, which means the expectations when it comes to box office numbers are low. Also, I think that every film should be as long as it needs to be in order to feel complete.” And yet his audience keeps growing, even though showing his docs in native China continues to be a struggle.
“My first film ‘Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks’ spread around the country through pirating. There were so many illegal copies. By 2005, we found out there were five companies producing them! As a result, many people have seen it, including my protagonists, who then gave me feedback,” he says.
“With ‘Youth,’ pirated versions started to appear online only one month after its Cannes premiere. It’s not so difficult to access my films in China. I don’t participate in this
.The heartbroken mum of little Scots girl diagnosed with blood cancer has sent a message of hope to others battling the cruel disease.
Fat Joe has claimed he has lied in “95 per cent” of his songs, criticising the use of Young Thug‘s lyrics in his current RICO trial.The rapper joined Gayle King on CNN in a discussion of Young Thug’s trial, who was charged with several felonies alongside Gunna including two gang-related charges in 2022. Both men have denied their charges, with Young Thug having his bail denied three times. Gunna was released from prison in December 2022 after entering a negotiated plea; Young Thug’s case is still ongoing.In November this year, it was ruled that Young Thug’s lyrics could be used in his trial subject to certain conditions.
A man has been jailed for life with a minimum of 32 years for the murder of a delivery driver.
Dec Donnelly has been busy with life Down Under while filming for I'm A Celebrity but he's finally been able to take a break from work as he was spotted doing some retail therapy with his wife and son. The 48 year old presenter, who has been gracing TV screens every night for episodes of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!, looked deep in conversation as he enjoyed the family outing. On Friday, Dec looked relaxed for his outing with his wife Ali Astall and his son Jack, one, as the TV icon stepped out into the Australian sunshine.
Enrique Iglesias fans will be sad to learn that the artist has confirmed that his next album, “Final (Vol. 2),” will be his last. The singer who is currently on “The Trilogy” tour with Ricky Martin and Pitbull, is staying true to the album’s name.Iglesias announced in 2021 that he was only going to release two more albums, and he has not had a change of heart.
“Weird Al” Yankovic has used his #SpotifyWrapped thank you message to take aim at what he sees as poor pay for artists by Spotify.The streaming service launched its 2023 edition of Wrapped yesterday (November 29), where users can find out what they listened to most in the past year. Some artists make video messages which are sent to their top fans, but Yankovic used his as an opportunity to criticise the platform over its pay model.“Look, I’ll make this really quick,” Yankovic said in the video.
Strictly Come Dancing’s Bobby Brazier has revealed the sweet moment he shared with his dad, Jeff Brazier, after his performance last weekend. Bobby and his dance partner Dianne Buswell performed their couples choice routine to the song This Woman’s Work by Maxwell in a tribute to Bobby’s late mum, Jade Goody.The dance moved the judges to tears, and they were given a score of 37 out of 40, their highest of the series so far.
Chris Hemsworth and his brothers know how to have a good time. Following a trip to Abu Dhabi, Chris took to social media to share some of the highlights of his stay, including plenty of good times alongside his brothers Luke and Liam, and their parents Craig and Leonie.
Tom Brady is enjoying a different type of winter. The retired NFL player shared a post on his Instagram, showing the world his winter plans, which have changed significantly over the years. The post shows him alongside his kids enjoying a sunny afternoon as they swim in the ocean, snorkle and fish for lobsters.
Killing Joke’s Youth has spoken out about the loss of his friend and bandmate Geordie Walker, who died yesterday (November 26).The guitarist, whose full name is Kevin “Geordie” Walker, was confirmed as having passed in an update shared by former Killing Joke drummer Martin Atkins. Shared in a Facebook update, he posted a video of The Damage Manual’s ‘Laugh Track’ – a supergroup of which they were also both a part of – with the caption “gutted”. He also wrote in the comments section: “Geordie has passed.”The band then released a statement later that evening, writing that they were “devastated” by the news.
Hulu has just announced the return of their annual Cyber Monday deal, which brings down the cost of their basic, ad-supported plan to only $.99/month. The deal, which runs from Nov. 21-28, saves subscribers $84 during a 12-month period.
Gerry Turner is looking for love on The Golden Bachelor, and now he’s opening up about what it took to get on the show.
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Jaden Thompson Nigerian producer Mo Abudu, CEO of EbonyLife Media, has been helping to share the stories of African people through film and television for years — but never one written by her own hand. Until now, that is. Abudu made her screenwriting and directorial debut with the release of two short films honing in on mental health issues in Nigeria: “Her Perfect Life” and “Iyawo Mi” (“My Wife”).
Hulu has just announced the return of their annual Black Friday deal, which brings down the cost of their basic, ad-supported plan to only $.99/month. The deal, which runs from Nov. 21-28, saves subscribers $84 during a 12-month period.
If you're going travelling next year, you may have already started to plan your trips and are brimming with wanderlust. But not everyone finds it quite so easy, realising that they are not sure where to start when it comes to going away and making an itinerary.
Caroline Brew editor SFO Entertainment has slated releases for feature documentaries “Feeding Tomorrow” and “Killing Me Softly With His Songs” with Gravitas Ventures. These releases mark the inception of documentaries, docuseries and scripted projects under the banner of SFO Entertainment, aligned with its mission to create entertainment that inspires passion for social issues. “We believe in shedding light on critical issues that impact our world, and we are committed to making a positive impact through the power of cinema,” SFO Entertainment founder Jon Sheinberg said in a statement, adding that this partnership will “help spread the light far and wide.” Focused on the global issue of food scarcity and sustainable agriculture, “Feeding Tomorrow” explores solutions to feed the growing population and create a more sustainable future.
Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music If there is a bible for the music industry, it’s Donald Passman’s book, “All You Need to Know About the Music Business.” Since the first edition came out more than 30 years ago, it has guided countless musicians and executives, and has prevented many of them from making decisions they’d later regret. Considering the deep detail Passman gets into about contracts, royalties and other complicated business arrangements, his tone is remarkably conversational, and he makes sure readers don’t miss the important stuff: The section on business managers begins with him saying “Listen to me!!!” in italics with several exclamation marks.
Tommy DeVito is opening up about living with his parents!
A 'vulnerable' and 'outnumbered' dad was kicked, stamped and punched to death by three men in his home while his partner and their 10 week-old newborn son were present, a murder trial jury was told.