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What time is 'American Idol' finale tonight? Top 3 contestants, guests, where to watch

Abi Carter, Jack Blocker, and Will Moseley will battle it one last time during the "American Idol" season 22 finale on Sunday May 19, 2024.

Latido Takes David Pérez Sañudo's ‘Sacamantecas' (EXCLUSIVE)

Spain's Latido Films has clinched world sales rights to "Sacamantecas," the third feature by writer-director David Pérez Sañudo, whose Latido-repped debut feature, "Ane," swept three Spanish Academy Goya Awards in 2021. Latido is already handling Pérez Sañudo's second feature, "Los últimos románticos," which it announced at the Berlin Film Festival as the first title in a […]

In ‘Blue Sun Palace,' U.S.-Made Critics Week Charmer, Constance Tsang Reframes the Chinese Immigrant Tale With Empathy – and a Stellar Cast

First-time feature director Constance Tsang makes a splash in Cannes with "Blue Sun Palace," the first U.S. film in Critics Week that is in the Mandarin Chinese language. Set in a massage parlor, staffed with Chinese immigrants, in Queens, New York, the melodramatic film tells of how the romantic relationship between a man and a […]

'Ernest Cole: Lost and Found' Director Raoul Peck: ‘There Is a Fight to Be Had About the State of the World'

Raoul Peck’s life is as fascinating as his films, filled with unexpected twists and turns. From his early stints as a cab driver and journalist, to a minister of culture post in his native Haiti, to teaching, to founding his Velvet Film production shingle to his breakthrough when he earned an Oscar nomination as producer/director […]

'I Saw the TV Glow' director breaks down that emotional ending, teases potential sequel

"I Saw the TV Glow" director Jane Schoenbrun tells USA TODAY about the A24 movie's trans allegory, “truthful” ending and plans for a sequel.

Taylor Swift Performs Surprise Mashup of Three ‘1989’ Songs at 89th Eras Tour Show

The 14-time Grammy winner blended “Welcome to New York,” “Clean” and vault track “Say Don’t Go” on piano

Shameless star Tina Malone reveals husband Paul Chase took his own life after suffering PTSD

Shameless star Tina Malone reveals husband Paul Chase took his own life after suffering PTSD - Army veteran died in March and is now said to have committed suicide

Dead & Company at Sphere, Night 2: What Was the Same, What Was Different

About 18,000 more faces were stolen Friday night at Sphere in Las Vegas, as Dead & Company played the second of 24 shows scheduled for the technologically ground-breaking venue. As is customary with any outfit associated with the Grateful Dead, it’s assumed that no two shows will be the same, and many fans have naturally […]

What the papers say – May 19

What the papers say – May 19 - Here are the top news stories for Sunday.

Cannes ACID Opener ‘Kyuka' Sold to France, Greece and Benelux by Heretic (EXCLUSIVE)

Athens-based sales and production outfit Heretic has sold key territories on the Cannes Film Festival’s ACID sidebar opening film, Greece’s “Kyuka: Before Summer’s End.” Heretic has sealed distribution deals for France with The Dark, Benelux with Gusto Entertainment and Greece with Cinobo. Directed by feature debutant Kostis Charamountanis, who previously directed several acclaimed shorts, the […]

Meet the unusual singer of 'The Code' - Eurovision winner Nemo Mettler

Cynthia Erivo: ‘I am really proud I came out the way I did’

Cynthia Erivo: ‘I am really proud I came out the way I did’ - The actress and singer was honoured with an award for her activism within the LGBT+ community.

Gullane Unveils Cao Hamburger, Sandra Kogut Films (EXCLUSIVE)

Brazilian production powerhouse Gullane, which is behind Netflix's "Senna" and Cannes competition title "Motel Destino," has closed international co-production pacts on new projects from Cao Hamburger ("The Year My Parents Went on Vacation") and Sandra Kogut ("Three Summers"). France's Playtime and Portugal's Ukbar Filmes will co-produce Hamburger's "School Without Walls." Playtime will also handle international […]

Films Boutique Sells Mohammad Rasoulof's ‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig' to Multiple Territories (EXCLUSIVE)

Berlin-based sales agency Films Boutique has closed the first international sales for Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof's “The Seed of the Sacred Fig,” ahead of its world premiere on Friday in the Competition section of the Cannes Film Festival. The film has been acquired in Italy by BiM Distribuzione and Lucky Red, Benelux by September Film […]

Frank Grillo Creature Action Thriller ‘Werewolves' Acquired by Signature for U.K. (EXCLUSIVE)

Signature Entertainment has acquired the U.K. and Irish rights to creature action thriller “Werewolves” from the Solution Entertainment Group. The feature was produced by Myles Nestel (“Blacklight”) and Craig Chapman (“Honest Thief”), with additional producers including Steven C. Miller (“Escape Plan 2,” “In the Line of Duty”), Jim Cardwell (“Blacklight”) and James Michael Cummings (“Blacklight”). “Werewolves” was directed by Miller from a...

Cannes' Animation Day Opens Doors for Artists Looking for Funding, Distribution, Sales Agents and Networking Opportunities

May 19 is Animation Day at Cannes, with a full day of programming that includes an animation showcase, a panel discussion and other networking opportunities. The event is held in partnership with the Marché du Film. The highlight of the program is the Annecy Animation Showcase, which spotlights five works-in-progress. Titles chosen for the event […]

Movies that leave Amazon Prime and Hulu in May 2024

‘Everybody Loves Touda' Review: Nabil Ayouch's Feminist Musical Drama Only Really Sings When Its Leading Lady Does

The very title of “Everybody Loves Touda” poses a kind of challenge to viewers. If everybody loves Touda, dare you not? Moroccan director Nabil Ayouch’s forthright musical drama certainly doesn’t permit much room for dissent. From first gilded frame to last, the film is besotted with its eponymous heroine, a fiery small-town singer aspiring to […]

Singer Libianca on the pressure to take sides in Cameroon war

The star of viral hit People talks to the BBC about getting death threats for waving a Cameroonian flag.

Mubi Acquires Magnus von Horn's Chilling Cannes Competition Entry ‘The Girl With the Needle' (EXCLUSIVE)

Mubi has swooped on its second 2024 Cannes competition title, Variety has learned. Having acquired Coralie Fargeat's buzzy body horror “The Substance” before the festival began, the arthouse distributor, production banner and streamer has now picked up Magnus von Horn’s chilling black and white drama “The Girl With the Needle.” Mubi bought the title for North […]

Jake Gyllenhaal Sings Boyz II Men in ‘SNL' Season 49 Finale Opening Monologue

Jake Gyllenhaal decided to showcase his vocal talent during the Season 49 finale of “Saturday Night Live.” The actors began serendaring the audience with a rendition of Boyz II Men’s “End of the Road.” During the ballad, Gyllenhaal switched up the lyrics, claiming he was the very last choice to host for the finale. He croons, […]

Winners of Eurovision, from ABBA to Celine Dion and Nemo

'Megalopolis:' What critics are saying about the polarizing new Francis Ford Coppola film

The opera singer giving black 'commodities' a voice

Peter Brathwaite says he wanted to create "a gallery full of faces that you don't usually see".

Saudi Arabia's Film AlUla Is "Moving Full Steam Ahead"

When asked to name her organization's biggest accomplishment so far, Charlene Deleon-Jones, the executive director for Film AlUla and Saudi Tourism leadership board member, doesn't hesitate to name-check Norah, the first Saudi film to crack the Cannes lineup. The Tawfik Alzaidi-helmed indie movie, which will compete in the fest's Un Certain Regard section, was shot in […]

‘It's Not Me' Review: Leos Carax Dreams of Godard in an Imperfect Homage and Self-Reflection

A self-portrait and cinematic essay, Leos Carax’s “It’s Not Me” is perhaps the most accurate impression of a late-era Jean-Luc Godard experiment anyone has ever attempted. From Carax’s raspy voiceover to his jaggedly assembled combination of archival footage and absurd original snippets, the 41-minute short probes a variety of personal and political subjects, but it […]

Nicola Roberts thanks Girls Aloud fans for ‘most incredible opening night’

Nicola Roberts thanks Girls Aloud fans for ‘most incredible opening night’ - The girl group have dedicated the tour to their late bandmate Sarah Harding, who died in September 2021 aged 39.

Jesse Plemons Tries to Unpack ‘Kinds of Kindness'

Jesse Plemons has become an undisputed auteur's favorite. The 36-year-old star's beguiling unshowiness onscreen has landed him memorable parts in films from Paul Thomas Anderson (The Master), Steven Spielberg (Bridge of Spies, The Post), Martin Scorsese (The Irishman, Killers of the Flower Moon), Charlie Kaufman (I'm Thinking of Ending Things), Adam McKay (Vice) and Jane Campion (The Power of the Dog), among so many others. Arguably even more...

Paolo Sorrentino on Making His First ‘Feminine Epic' With Cannes Film ‘Parthenope' and Directing Gary Oldman: He's ‘One of the Top Five Actors in the World' (EXCLUSIVE)

Paolo Sorrentino is back in Cannes for the sixth time with “Parthenope,” a love letter to his native Naples but also, as he puts it, a film about his “missed youth” that comes as a natural follow-up to his autobiographical “The Hand of God.” Perhaps more significantly, “Parthenope” – an epic spanning several decades – […]

When does 'Bridgerton' Season 3 Part 2 come out? Release date, cast, how to watch new episodes

Part 1 of 'Bridgerton' Season 3 ends on a cliffhanger with Colin Bridgerton asking Penelope Featherington to marry him.

Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana emotional after standing ovation at Cannes

Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana emotional after standing ovation at Cannes - Gomez, Saldana and Karla Sofia Gascon appeared emotional in videos shared online from the event as the audience roared their approval.

Winners of the 2024 ACM Country Music Awards

Buying London: meet the agents of Netflix's hottest new property show

Buying London: meet the agents of Netflix's hottest new property show - It’s Selling Sunset... but in London

Manila Comics Fair Finally Happening for Komiks Fans

This fair was made by Manila’s Komiks community for the Komiks community.

‘Hamlet' Starring Riz Ahmed Bought by Focus Features for International Rights (EXCLUSIVE)

Focus Features has bought international rights to “Hamlet,” Aneil Karia’s London-set modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s famed play starring Oscar winner Riz Ahmed. Morfydd Clark (“Saint Maud,” “Rings of Power”) and Joe Alwyn (“Kinds of Kindness”) also star in the film, which wrapped production at the end of last year and was acquired by Focus Features some […]

New music marks air force reserves centenary

Comitamur has been recorded by musicians at RAF Cranwell in Lincolnshire.

Dramas elevate Iran cinema but it's comedy that sells

Social dramas have made Iranian films and their directors renowned at international festivals such as Cannes, but at home it's comedy that sells and has long been the favoured genre. The Iranian film in competition at Cannes this year, "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" by Mohammad Rasoulof, will not be shown at home as its director fled abroad after being sentenced to five years in jail.

LOOK: Star Cinema hints at collaboration with GMA Pictures

Fans are buzzing with excitement as Star Cinema dropped a tantalizing teaser for an upcoming film collaboration with GMA Pictures. The studio shared an image featuring clouds and the word “Hello!” on their Instagram page on Friday, May 17, sparking widespread speculation. The post, captioned “[On my way]!” along with airplane and cloud emojis, hinted

Cynthia Erivo says themes in Wicked resonate with LGBT community

Cynthia Erivo says themes in Wicked resonate with LGBT community - The British actress and singer received an award for her activism within the LGBT+ community from US star Jada Pinkett-Smith.

‘Savages' Review: A Heartfelt and Galvanizing Animated Film Calls for Environmental Protection

The latest from 'My Life as a Zucchini' helmer Claude Barras is about a group of Indigenous people trying to protect their land from rampant deforestation.

Bundaberg Youth Orchestra continues to deliver symphony of success after 52 years

A string of professional musicians have emerged from the ranks of the Bundaberg Youth Orchestra, which is one of the longest-running outfits of its kind.

Parallax Studio, Saga Film Studios Form Joint Venture to Distribute Films in the Philippines Starting With Kevin Costner's ‘Horizon' (EXCLUSIVE)

Manila-based production outfit Parallax Studio and entertainment company Saga Film Studios have formed a joint venture that will distribute the two-part Western epic “Horizon: An American Saga” in the Philippines. The deal is the first of a number of acquisitions planned by the joint venture. The “Horizon: An American Saga” films are directed by and […]

Somali Filmmaker Mo Harawe Makes History in Cannes With Intimate Family Drama ‘The Village Next to Paradise'

After making waves on the festival circuit with a pair of heralded short films, Somali filmmaker Mo Harawe makes his auspicious feature debut at this year's Cannes Film Festival with "The Village Next to Paradise," which premieres May 21 in the French fest's Un Certain Regard section - the first feature from the African nation […]

Marcos: Photos with Guo 'doesn't mean anything'

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday said his photos with Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo "doesn't mean anything," saying he never declines requests for pictures. This, after Guo posted two photos of herself and Marcos that were taken during the President's inspection of the Airport to New Clark City access road on February 20, where apparently she was one of the guests. She uploaded the photos after Malacañang...

Nicola Coughlan on what makes that 'Bridgerton' carriage scene special: 'It's sexy'

Nicola Coughlan, the romantic lead of "Bridgerton's" Season 3 talks to USA TODAY about the fan-favorite carriage scene and the moment Colin fell in love.

Swiss Films, Visions du Réel Give Voice to the Discriminated at First Cannes Docs Swiss Showcase

Ranked third in Europe for its yearly output of documentaries, according to the European Audiovisual Observatory, with more than 70 titles in 2023, the small but prolific filmmaking nation will unveil four of its most promising features at the Swiss Cannes Docs Showcase, May 19. The event is jointly organised by the national promotional agency […]

Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed

Comedian Ricky Gervais' much-anticipated appearance is among our most read stories in Dorset.

Your rights if your gig or festival is cancelled - can you get your money back?

Consumer rights expert Martyn James explains what to do if something goes wrong with a gig you've got planned, including hotels and transportation

‘My heart still hurts’: The personal sacrifice of revealing a K-pop scandal

Two journalists reveal how they bore the brunt of fans' anger after exposing K-pop's dark underbelly.

‘SNL' Cold Open Riffs on Trump Trial and His VP Picks

The 49th season finale of "Saturday Night Live" opened with James Austin Johnson as Donald Trump speaking at the barricades of a Manhattan courthouse, in a nod to Trump's ongoing legal woes amid his presidential campaign. Johnson as Trump spoke about his "weird and depressing" state at the courthouse, saying, "I don't like being in court […]