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Hybrid documentary 'Like an Island' wins top award at Visions du Reel
According to 'Variety', the debut feature had its world premiere at the festival, bearing testimony to the event's reputation as a launchpad for new talent and its tradition for hybrid fiction-reality films. A total of seven first features are among the winners. It is the first time since 2013 that a Swiss film has picked up the festival's top prize. "A small urban island becomes the metaphor of contemporary Europe and lends itself to a deep reflection about the absurdity of borders, rules, fences and barriers.
'Squid Game' Star Lee Jung-jae's directorial debut to play in Cannes Midnight screening section
The film will be presented next month in the Cannes festival's Midnight Screening section, reports 'Variety'. Two other films will receive midnight screenings: 'Fumer Fait Tousser', by Quentin Dupieux and 'Moonage Daydream', by Scott Morgen. According to 'Variety', the bulk of the festival's Official Selection was announced on Thursday at a press event in Paris.
Joe Alwyn: I don't want to be private with Taylor Swift
Speaking to Elle magazine about his romance with the pop star, he said: "It's not really because I want to be guarded and private, it's more a response to something else. We live in a culture that is so increasingly intrusive. The more you give and frankly, even if you don't give it, something will be taken." It comes after Taylor revealed Joe helped her open up about politics, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
Bella Thorne was keen to invite aliens to Coachella party
Thorne is said to be using a software called Beacon in the Galaxy to "attempt to contact other life-forms in the universe", reports femalefirst.co.uk. A source told New York Post's Page Six column: "Bella will be sending a space-bound note to contact other life-forms in the universe via a new Beacon in Galaxy technology." However, Throne is still said to be waiting to hear back from the company at present.
Kate Hudson got the role in 'Knives Out' sequel that Kaley Cuoco wanted to play
The actress opened up this week to 'Glamour' magazine about one part that got away. On being asked if there was ever a role she wanted that she couldn't get, even after her success on 'The Big Bang Theory'. She told the magazine, "Oh, yes. It was actually quite recent. It was the sequel for Knives Out," she told the magazine. "And I was convinced [the part was mine]. Kate Hudson ended up getting it. But I was so convinced that my bags were packed for Greece. And then I didn't get it."
KJ Apa, Isabel May bag lead roles in 'The Wonder Twins'
The plotline for the project is under wraps,reports 'Variety'. While Apa is set to portray the shapeshifter Zan, May will essaye the role of Jayna, who is known for her talent of transforming into an animal.
Fashion influencer tweet on Rihanna's split with A$AP Rocky, walks back on claim
As per 'TMZ', putting the rumours to rest, Amina said in a statement, "I've always believed that an unfounded lie spread on social media doesn't deserve any response or clarification, especially one that is so vile. I initially assumed that this fake gossip - fabricated with such malicious intent - would not be taken seriously." However, the claims were soon refuted by 'TMZ' and they cited sources close to the couple along with Amina.
Thandiwe Newton reportedly 'heading to rehab' after 'Magic Mike 3' exit
According to Page Six, her agent flew in from Los Angeles to try to smooth things over but on Tuesday the 49-year-old actress was flown back to the States to "hopefully check into a facility". Multiple sources informed the outlet that she has been battling emotional and family problems after separating from her husband of 24 years, Ol Parker, with whom she has three children, reports aceshowbiz.com.
'And Just Like That' actor Hari Nef joins Margot Robbie's 'Barbie'
Directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie as the iconic doll, Nef joins a steep bench of supporting actors, including Ryan Gosling, Kate McKinnon, America Ferrera, Simu Liu and Will Ferrell, reports Variety. Nef is a trailblasing, out trans performer who began as a fashion darling, going on to breakout roles in 'Assassination Nation', 'Transparent' and the streaming adaption of Caroline Kepnes' novels 'You'.
'Shang-Chi' star Simu Liu thanks ex-boss at Deloitte for firing him 10 years ago
In the note he wrote: "Ten years ago to the day, I was lead into my managing partner's office at Deloitte and told that they were terminating my employment effective immediately. A lady from HR and a security guard escorted me back onto the floor in front of the entire open concept office. It was so quiet you could hear a pin drop. Nobody moved, offered a whisper of encouragement or even looked in my direction."
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