Tag: Cinema
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Alejandro Jodorowsky’s Final Rite: A Philosophical Exit and a Shocking Confession
Introduction: A life lived in myth and metamorphosis In the annals of avant-garde cinema and spiritual experiment, few figures loom as large as Alejandro Jodorowsky. A Chilean-French polymath—filmmaker, writer, performance artist, and self-described shaman—Jodorowsky spent decades bending the boundaries between art, religion, and sexuality. As he aged, his public persona remained unflinchingly bold, his ideas…
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From Screen to Statehouse: Tamil Nadu’s Film Stars Turn Politicians
Introduction: A Longstanding Tamil Nadu Legacy Tamil Nadu has long wrestled with a distinctive political theater where cinema and governance intersect. The state’s political narrative is inseparable from its thriving film industry, which has repeatedly produced leaders who command both popular adoration and political legitimacy. The latest entrant into this tradition is a well-known Tamil…
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Fresh Air Weekend: Will Arnett and Craig Brewer Bring Insightful Conversation to a Busy Weekend
Fresh Air Weekend Delivers Thoughtful Conversations and Weekend-Worthy Insights Fresh Air Weekend curates a balanced blend of interviews, reviews, and thoughtful conversations designed to suit weekend listening. This episode spotlights two unique voices—Will Arnett, the versatile actor known for his sharp wit and nuanced performances, and Craig Brewer, the director behind the evocative musical biographical…
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One Battle After Another Tops BAFTA Longlist, Shaping Awards Season Narrative
Introduction: A Clear Leader Emerges in the BAFTA Longlist The first round of voting for the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards has produced a decisive trend: One Battle After Another has surged to the top of the longlist, solidifying its stance as the film to beat this awards season. After a competitive round of deliberations, industry…
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Amanda Seyfried Is in Her Element: A Candid Upstate Chat
In Her Element: A Quiet, Honest Conversation When a public figure has spent years under the glare of cameras, a private, unhurried conversation can feel like a rare gift. For Amanda Seyfried, that space isn’t contrived or staged; it’s earned. At a discreet, casually elegant upstate restaurant perched on the edge of a sprawling property,…
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Global cinema this week: true crime thrillers, teen moms and a world on screen
Opening the 2026 Cinematic Year with Bold Stories The start of 2026 in cinemas is a tapestry of provocative narratives that refuse easy labels. A true crime thriller with black-comic energy leads the charge, inviting audiences to lean into dark humor while tracing a mystery that spans continents and generations. This week’s offerings don’t just…
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Amanda Seyfried Is in Her Element: An Intimate Upstate Chat
In the Heart of Upstate Tranquility At the suggestion of Amanda Seyfried, we meet in the middle of nowhere—an elegant, discreet restaurant perched on a gentle rise within an expansive upstate estate. The setting is quiet, with a painter’s palette of autumnal light skimming over rolling fields and a dining room that feels intimate yet…
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Global Threads and True Crime: A Bold 2026 Cinematic Week
Introduction: A Diverse, Provocative Start to 2026 As the calendar turns, cinemas around the world offer a robust lineup that blends hard-edged true crime with intimate, character-driven narratives. This week’s slate leans into dark humor, intergenerational trauma, and global histories, proving that the medium remains a potent reflector of contemporary anxieties and enduring injustices. True…
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George Clooney on Marriage to Amal, Fame, and His Biggest Risks
Introduction: A candid conversation in Beverly Hills In a sun-drenched Beverly Hills hotel suite, the air is quiet except for the soft hum of city life below. I’m sitting with George Clooney, the man who has balanced blockbuster fame with a carefully guarded private life for decades. The setting is almost nostalgic—the same hotel where…
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Amanda Seyfried Is in Her Element: A Dawn-Streaked Meal and a Quiet Conversation
In the Moment, On the Move Amanda Seyfried welcomes us not with a splashy entrance but with a calm, almost conspiratorial smile. It’s the kind of gesture that says she’s comfortable where she is—on a sunlit terrace that peels back the ordinary, tucked away in upstate quiet. On her suggestion, we meet at a discreet,…