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Artificial intelligence
fromIndependent
2 months ago

AI and the Oscars: Will the Academy reward artificial intelligence-infused movies The Brutalist and Emilia Perez or cold-shoulder them?

AI has become an influential tool in the film industry, sparking debate on its role in scriptwriting for Oscar contenders.
Independent films
fromVulture
2 months ago

Coralie Fargeat Loves Her Inner Monster

Coralie Fargeat's film 'The Substance' critiques Hollywood's obsession with youth, earning multiple Oscar nominations and a unique narrative perspective.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Actress Michelle Pfeiffer places hand, footprints in cement at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles

Michelle Pfeiffer received a special honor at the TCL Chinese Theatre, marking her impressive 45-year career in film.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Biggest Snubs and Surprises of the 2025 Oscar Nominations

The 97th Academy Awards reveals a competitive landscape with Emilia Perez leading in nominations, highlighting ongoing debates about representation in film.
fromIndieWire
3 months ago
Film

Beyond Bad Tweets, Latinos Would Like a Word with 'Emilia Perez' - Opinion

Karla Sofía Gascón's resurfaced tweets have sparked turmoil over 'Emilia Pérez,' raising concerns about representation and rejection within the Latino community.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Television

2025 DGA Nominations Announced: Emilia Perez' and The Brutalist' In, Wicked' Out

The DGA nominations highlight a disconnect between traditional commercial filmmaking and the evolving tastes of the Academy voters.
Artificial intelligence
fromIndependent
2 months ago

AI and the Oscars: Will the Academy reward artificial intelligence-infused movies The Brutalist and Emilia Perez or cold-shoulder them?

AI has become an influential tool in the film industry, sparking debate on its role in scriptwriting for Oscar contenders.
Independent films
fromVulture
2 months ago

Coralie Fargeat Loves Her Inner Monster

Coralie Fargeat's film 'The Substance' critiques Hollywood's obsession with youth, earning multiple Oscar nominations and a unique narrative perspective.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Actress Michelle Pfeiffer places hand, footprints in cement at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles

Michelle Pfeiffer received a special honor at the TCL Chinese Theatre, marking her impressive 45-year career in film.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Biggest Snubs and Surprises of the 2025 Oscar Nominations

The 97th Academy Awards reveals a competitive landscape with Emilia Perez leading in nominations, highlighting ongoing debates about representation in film.
fromIndieWire
3 months ago
Film

Beyond Bad Tweets, Latinos Would Like a Word with 'Emilia Perez' - Opinion

Karla Sofía Gascón's resurfaced tweets have sparked turmoil over 'Emilia Pérez,' raising concerns about representation and rejection within the Latino community.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Television

2025 DGA Nominations Announced: Emilia Perez' and The Brutalist' In, Wicked' Out

The DGA nominations highlight a disconnect between traditional commercial filmmaking and the evolving tastes of the Academy voters.
more#hollywood
Independent films
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Kickstarter isn't just for indie passion projects anymore

The Apprentice successfully raised funds via Kickstarter after facing distribution challenges, demonstrating grassroots power in film production and support.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

The 20 Best Movies to Watch on Mubi

Mubi is evolving into an essential player in film distribution and streaming, notably reviving important works.
#academy-awards
Music
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

This songwriter has one of the longest losing streaks in Oscar history. Here are her 16 Oscar-nominated songs.

Diane Warren has the longest losing streak in Oscar history with 16 consecutive losses for best original song.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Karla Sofia Gascon is the first openly trans actress to receive an Oscar nomination

Karla Sofia Gascon has made history as the first openly transgender actor nominated for an Oscar.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Film

Opinion | Why Are the Oscars Scared of Horror Films?

Horror films in 2024 excelled, yet few were acknowledged in Oscar nominations, highlighting a significant oversight by the Academy.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Oscars Push Back Nominations Announcement Amid California Wildfires

The Oscar nominations will be announced on Jan. 23, due to the California wildfires impacting the community.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Arts

The 2025 Oscars' best original song nominees, cruelly ranked

The 2024 Oscars nominees for best original song are notably underwhelming compared to previous years.
Diane Warren continues to receive nominations despite a lack of wins, raising questions about the quality of her nominated songs.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Fashion & style

What the Oscar Nominations Missed

The 2025 Academy Award nominations featured Netflix's 'Emilia Pérez' leading with thirteen nominations.
Music
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

This songwriter has one of the longest losing streaks in Oscar history. Here are her 16 Oscar-nominated songs.

Diane Warren has the longest losing streak in Oscar history with 16 consecutive losses for best original song.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Karla Sofia Gascon is the first openly trans actress to receive an Oscar nomination

Karla Sofia Gascon has made history as the first openly transgender actor nominated for an Oscar.
Film
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Why Are the Oscars Scared of Horror Films?

Horror films in 2024 excelled, yet few were acknowledged in Oscar nominations, highlighting a significant oversight by the Academy.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Oscars Push Back Nominations Announcement Amid California Wildfires

The Oscar nominations will be announced on Jan. 23, due to the California wildfires impacting the community.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Arts

The 2025 Oscars' best original song nominees, cruelly ranked

The 2024 Oscars nominees for best original song are notably underwhelming compared to previous years.
Diane Warren continues to receive nominations despite a lack of wins, raising questions about the quality of her nominated songs.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Fashion & style

What the Oscar Nominations Missed

The 2025 Academy Award nominations featured Netflix's 'Emilia Pérez' leading with thirteen nominations.
more#academy-awards
#film-controversy
France news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Oscar contender 'Emilia Perez' wins big at Cesars, with under-fire Karla Sofia Gascon in attendance

Emilia Pérez won best French film at the Césars amidst controversy surrounding lead actress Karla Sofia Gascón's past remarks.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The Most Mind-Numbing Backlash of the Oscar Season Is Here

The use of AI in film is sparking controversy about authenticity in performances.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

'The Brutalist' is under fire for using AI. Here's what happened, and what the director has said about the backlash.

The film 'The Brutalist' utilized AI in post-production to enhance the accuracy of actors' accents, stirring controversy regarding artistic authenticity.
France news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Oscar contender 'Emilia Perez' wins big at Cesars, with under-fire Karla Sofia Gascon in attendance

Emilia Pérez won best French film at the Césars amidst controversy surrounding lead actress Karla Sofia Gascón's past remarks.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The Most Mind-Numbing Backlash of the Oscar Season Is Here

The use of AI in film is sparking controversy about authenticity in performances.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

'The Brutalist' is under fire for using AI. Here's what happened, and what the director has said about the backlash.

The film 'The Brutalist' utilized AI in post-production to enhance the accuracy of actors' accents, stirring controversy regarding artistic authenticity.
more#film-controversy
#film-industry
Writing
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How Oscar-nominated screenwriters navigate authenticity in cultural and linguistic storytelling

The 2025 Oscar nominees raise concerns over cultural authenticity and representation in storytelling.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Jon M. Chu's great Wicked' adventure scores 10 Oscar nominations, including best picture

Jon M. Chu's film 'Wicked' received 10 Oscar nominations despite his exclusion from the Best Director category.
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

It Looks Like Emilia Perez Is the Best Picture Front-runner Right Now

The film industry is in a slow phase post-Oscar nominations, affected by recent wildfires in Los Angeles.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oscar nominations snubs and surprises include Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie

The 97th Oscars featured unexpected nominations and significant snubs, highlighting a competitive awards season.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Oscar nominations further delayed by wildfires as Grammys and Sundance set to go ahead

The California wildfires have delayed Oscar nominations and other events, deeply impacting the film industry community.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 months ago

Gladiator II Is Already Denzel Washington's Second Highest-Grossing Film

Denzel Washington is recognized for his substantial contributions to film, highlighted by his Oscar nominations and diverse roles.
Writing
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How Oscar-nominated screenwriters navigate authenticity in cultural and linguistic storytelling

The 2025 Oscar nominees raise concerns over cultural authenticity and representation in storytelling.
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

It Looks Like Emilia Perez Is the Best Picture Front-runner Right Now

The film industry is in a slow phase post-Oscar nominations, affected by recent wildfires in Los Angeles.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oscar nominations snubs and surprises include Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie

The 97th Oscars featured unexpected nominations and significant snubs, highlighting a competitive awards season.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Oscar nominations further delayed by wildfires as Grammys and Sundance set to go ahead

The California wildfires have delayed Oscar nominations and other events, deeply impacting the film industry community.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Gladiator II Is Already Denzel Washington's Second Highest-Grossing Film

Denzel Washington is recognized for his substantial contributions to film, highlighted by his Oscar nominations and diverse roles.
more#film-industry
Film
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Better than the book? - Harvard Gazette

Not all book-to-film adaptations are inferior; some enhance the themes and motivations originally presented in the literature.
#film
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why Emilia Perez should win the best picture Oscar

'Emilia Perez' is a bold and audacious film that provokes strong reactions due to its controversial subject matter and lead.
The film challenges cultural norms around storytelling and representation.
fromBustle
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ariana Grande Reacted To Her First Oscar Nomination, & Now I'm Crying, Too

Ariana Grande received her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Wicked, celebrating with heartfelt gratitude on social media.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Berlin

Brutalist architecture: Love it or loathe it? DW 02/25/2025

'The Brutalist' film explores the journey of an architect and the evolution of brutalist architecture while garnering critical acclaim and multiple award nominations.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Film

Mexico's baguette musical parody gets revenge for 'Emilia Perez'

The crowd-funded short film 'Johanne Sacreblu' is a comedic response to the backlash faced by 'Emilia Perez' in Mexican cinemas.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why Emilia Perez should win the best picture Oscar

'Emilia Perez' is a bold and audacious film that provokes strong reactions due to its controversial subject matter and lead.
The film challenges cultural norms around storytelling and representation.
fromBustle
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ariana Grande Reacted To Her First Oscar Nomination, & Now I'm Crying, Too

Ariana Grande received her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Wicked, celebrating with heartfelt gratitude on social media.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Berlin

Brutalist architecture: Love it or loathe it? DW 02/25/2025

'The Brutalist' film explores the journey of an architect and the evolution of brutalist architecture while garnering critical acclaim and multiple award nominations.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Film

Mexico's baguette musical parody gets revenge for 'Emilia Perez'

The crowd-funded short film 'Johanne Sacreblu' is a comedic response to the backlash faced by 'Emilia Perez' in Mexican cinemas.
more#film
France news
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

Swords, love and brass bands: This year's nominees at the French film 'Oscars'

Monte Cristo leads César nominations with 14, signaling its significance in French cinema and strong competition in various categories.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

From the history of the banjo to the Texas oil industry, check out these new podcasts

This month's podcast recommendations explore themes of gambling's impact, diverse film nominations, and personal stories of reintegration after incarceration.
#visual-effects
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

Why Wicked's success hinged on a single scene

ILM's visual effects in Wicked effectively honor the Oz legacy while introducing fresh imagery and innovative storytelling elements.
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

This Wicked concept art is revealing is eye-opening

Wicked's concept art showcases early artistic visions before visual effects transformed them into the film's final magnificent scenes.
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

Why Wicked's success hinged on a single scene

ILM's visual effects in Wicked effectively honor the Oz legacy while introducing fresh imagery and innovative storytelling elements.
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

This Wicked concept art is revealing is eye-opening

Wicked's concept art showcases early artistic visions before visual effects transformed them into the film's final magnificent scenes.
more#visual-effects
#emilia-perez
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Where the Oscar Race Stands After Emilia Perez' Controversy

The Oscar season has been tumultuous, particularly due to controversy surrounding Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
France news

Oscars groupthink pushes Emilia Perez, the weakest nominee, to a record-breaking lead

Emilia Perez, while leading with 13 nominations, is deemed by some as the weakest contender among best picture nominees.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Who is controversial Oscar nominee Karla Sofia Gascon?

Karla Sofía Gascón faces backlash after racist and Islamophobic tweets surfaced amid her Oscar-nominated film, 'Emilia Pérez.'
Despite critical acclaim for 'Emilia Pérez,' Gascón's past tweets have marred her public reception.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Where the Oscar Race Stands After Emilia Perez' Controversy

The Oscar season has been tumultuous, particularly due to controversy surrounding Emilia Perez star Karla Sofia Gascon.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
France news

Oscars groupthink pushes Emilia Perez, the weakest nominee, to a record-breaking lead

Emilia Perez, while leading with 13 nominations, is deemed by some as the weakest contender among best picture nominees.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Who is controversial Oscar nominee Karla Sofia Gascon?

Karla Sofía Gascón faces backlash after racist and Islamophobic tweets surfaced amid her Oscar-nominated film, 'Emilia Pérez.'
Despite critical acclaim for 'Emilia Pérez,' Gascón's past tweets have marred her public reception.
more#emilia-perez
#a-complete-unknown
Writing
fromIndieWire
4 months ago

With 'A Complete Unknown,' James Mangold Makes Movie - and Music - Magic Again

James Mangold is celebrated for his personal filmmaking style, showcasing a deep connection in his latest project 'A Complete Unknown' about Bob Dylan.
fromConsequence
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

A Complete Unknown receives digital, 4K Ultra HD release dates

A Complete Unknown, the Bob Dylan biopic, is available for digital purchase on February 25 and on physical media from April 1.
Writing
fromIndieWire
4 months ago

With 'A Complete Unknown,' James Mangold Makes Movie - and Music - Magic Again

James Mangold is celebrated for his personal filmmaking style, showcasing a deep connection in his latest project 'A Complete Unknown' about Bob Dylan.
fromConsequence
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

A Complete Unknown receives digital, 4K Ultra HD release dates

A Complete Unknown, the Bob Dylan biopic, is available for digital purchase on February 25 and on physical media from April 1.
more#a-complete-unknown
#karla-sofia-gascon
Writing
fromVulture
2 months ago

None of This Had to Happen

Karla Sofía Gascón's controversial comments have overshadowed her historic Oscar nomination as the first trans woman nominated for Best Actress.
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Next Reality TV Sensation Should Be Stan Army Island

Karla Sofía Gascón's alleged racist tweets raise questions about celebrity feuds and fan warfare during Oscar nomination season.
Writing
fromVulture
2 months ago

None of This Had to Happen

Karla Sofía Gascón's controversial comments have overshadowed her historic Oscar nomination as the first trans woman nominated for Best Actress.
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Next Reality TV Sensation Should Be Stan Army Island

Karla Sofía Gascón's alleged racist tweets raise questions about celebrity feuds and fan warfare during Oscar nomination season.
more#karla-sofia-gascon
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

I was trying to explode the idea of beauty': Coralie Fargeat on The Substance, women and Hollywood

Coralie Fargeat's film 'The Substance' has received multiple Oscar nominations, showcasing her impact as a feminist director in a traditionally male-dominated industry.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mel Gibson's Flight Risk' is No. 1 at box office, The Brutalist' expands

Mel Gibson's 'Flight Risk' opens at No. 1 despite poor reviews and audience scores.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Stick-it-to-the-man sentiment': Oscar-nominated films compete to bait Donald Trump

This year's Oscar nominations evoke strong reactions, with nominations reflecting Hollywood's discontent with political climate.
#robert-eggers
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Robert Eggers's Next Creature Feature Involves Puppets

Robert Eggers is directing a sequel for TriStar Pictures while celebrating recent Oscar nominations for his film Nosferatu.
fromConsequence
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Robert Eggers to write and direct Labyrinth sequel

Robert Eggers is set to write and direct a sequel to the original Labyrinth, continuing its narrative.
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Robert Eggers's Next Creature Feature Involves Puppets

Robert Eggers is directing a sequel for TriStar Pictures while celebrating recent Oscar nominations for his film Nosferatu.
fromConsequence
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Robert Eggers to write and direct Labyrinth sequel

Robert Eggers is set to write and direct a sequel to the original Labyrinth, continuing its narrative.
more#robert-eggers
#awards-season
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Oscars 2025: A look at the surprises around the Oscar nominations

The 97th Academy Awards nominations revealed surprising choices, highlighting unexpected performances and snubs in an unpredictable awards season.
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What If We Took a Year Off From Kvetching About the Oscars?

The Oscars are adapting to address the tragedy in Los Angeles, with discussions around charity components and community support amidst the awards season upheaval.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Oscars 2025: A look at the surprises around the Oscar nominations

The 97th Academy Awards nominations revealed surprising choices, highlighting unexpected performances and snubs in an unpredictable awards season.
fromVulture
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What If We Took a Year Off From Kvetching About the Oscars?

The Oscars are adapting to address the tragedy in Los Angeles, with discussions around charity components and community support amidst the awards season upheaval.
more#awards-season
Film
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

It Started the Year as 2024's Biggest Movie. Now It's an Oscars Also-Ran. What Happened?

Dune: Part Two was significantly snubbed in Oscar nominations despite critical acclaim, highlighting the academy's inconsistency in honoring cinematic achievements.
#film-awards
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Oscar Snubs and Surprises: Daniel Craig Misses; Fernanda Torres Scores

Daniel Craig's performance in 'Queer' remains overlooked, raising questions about the Academy's recognition of challenging films.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Independent films

20 Oscar Contenders To Stream On Amazon Prime Video Right Now

Oscar nominations reveal a particularly unpredictable awards season with numerous possible contenders.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Oscar Snubs and Surprises: Daniel Craig Misses; Fernanda Torres Scores

Daniel Craig's performance in 'Queer' remains overlooked, raising questions about the Academy's recognition of challenging films.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Independent films

20 Oscar Contenders To Stream On Amazon Prime Video Right Now

Oscar nominations reveal a particularly unpredictable awards season with numerous possible contenders.
more#film-awards
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
NYC music

Diane Warren: Relentless' Review: The Woman Behind the Hits

Diane Warren's songwriting prowess has led to 15 Oscar nominations, showcasing her unique and unconventional artistic process.
fromGameSpot
4 months ago
Video games

Sonic 3 Writer Thinks Jim Carrey Deserves An Oscar Nomination For Robotnik Role

Jim Carrey's performance in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has garnered Oscar nomination praise from co-writer Pat Casey.
fromDefector
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Ending Of 'Conclave' Was Cheap And Stupid | Defector

Conclave's long-term appeal hinges on its surprising ending rather than its cinematography or initial intrigue.
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