The nominations for the 21st Irish Film & Television Awards have been announced, showcasing the best of Irish filmmaking and television. Lisa Mulcahy’s thriller Lies We Tell stands out with 13 nominations in the feature film category, while crime drama Kin leads the TV fields with 11 nominations. These nominations highlight the diversity and talent
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During the premiere of The Fall Guy at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Ryan Gosling displayed a modest and humble attitude that resonated with the audience. Despite his star power, Gosling joked about not singing and instead focused on highlighting the efforts of the stunt performers in the movie. His acknowledgment of his stunt double,
Arcadian, directed by Benjamin Brewer and written by Mike Nilon, presents a post-apocalyptic world decimated by an unspecified catastrophic event. The film follows a family led by Paul (played by Nicolas Cage) as they navigate a desolate landscape filled with nocturnal terrors. Despite the promising cast and a compelling premise, Arcadian fails to deliver a
During the recent Oscars ceremony, Ryan Gosling surprised everyone with a performance of “I’m Just Ken” from the Warner Bros. film Barbie. The audience at the Dolby Theater was captivated as Gosling took the stage, encouraging everyone to sing along with the song lyrics displayed on big screens. As Gosling made his way through the
The film “My Dead Friend Zoe,” directed by Kyle Hausmann-Stokes and co-written with AJ Bermudez, delves into the complex tapestry of trauma, memory, and the enduring strength of human connection. Led by Sonequa Martin-Green and Natalie Morales, the film explores the psychological aftermath of warfare, highlighting the impact of military service on personal identity and
The 2024 SXSW Film Festival began with great excitement on March 8 in Austin, showcasing the world premiere of Doug Liman’s Road House remake. Featuring stellar performances by Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor, the festival set the stage for nine consecutive days of debut screenings. The lineup included films starring acclaimed actors such as Rooney
After days of discussions between IATSE, the Teamsters, and other Hollywood Crafts with the studios on health and pension benefits, the parties have decided to take a break. The negotiations will resume on March 18 after a weeklong caucus period. According to IATSE, the negotiations schedule is subject to change at short notice, so union
The world premiere of the documentary “Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics” at SXSW on March 9 has brought attention to the pressing issue of plastic pollution and its impact on human health. Rainmaker Content, a UK-based international distributor, has acquired worldwide sales rights for the film, which sheds light on the global addiction
Denis Villeneuve recently opened up about the difficult decisions he had to make while working on Dune: Part Two. Adapting a beloved novel like Dune into a big-screen adaptation is no easy task. Villeneuve spoke about the “painful choices” that had to be made in order to bring the story to life in a different
Season 2 of House of the Dragon is set to premiere on HBO/Max in June, according to JB Perrette, the head of global streaming & games for Warner Bros. Discovery. This announcement was made during a media conference Q&A, where he mentioned that this highly-anticipated season is one of the key HBO tentpole series that