James Bond films given trigger warning
Viewers attending classic movie season at British Film Institute warned spy franchise may ’cause offence’ to modern audiences, Source: James Bond films given trigger warning
From ‘Joram’ to ‘Kaala Paani,’ the changing portrayal of indigenous communities in Hindi cinema
The depiction of tribal populations has been marked by clichés and stereotypes; after decades of caricature and cardboard characters, the cinematic gaze towards tribal issues and culture is getting incisive and inclusive. Source: From ‘Joram’ to ‘Kaala Paani,’ the changing … Continued
Indonesia Cinema Admissions Increase 14.5% In 2023
Indonesia’s cinema admissions grew by 14.5% year-on-year to reach 114.5 million in 2023, compared to 100 million the previous year, according to local box office analyst Bicara Box Office. That figure puts the market around 24% below the pre-pandemic figure … Continued
30 films the Scala cinema never got to screen
30 years since the demise of London’s legendary Scala cinema – a haven for mavens of arthouse obscurities and gloriously scuzzy cinema – we celebrate the new documentary Scala!!! by asking writers, critics and filmmakers – including John Waters, Bette … Continued
‘Berlin’ Star Pedro Alonso on Revisiting His ‘Money Heist’ Character
The Spanish star admits to feeling “vertigo” at the level of media exposure that came with the show’s success but has embraced fan response to his charming villain. “I think Berlin is an emotional terrorist, a sociopath, a liar, an … Continued
UK cinema box office down by a quarter since pandemic, despite ‘Barbenheimer’ success
However, the box office did top £1 billion for the first time since 2019. Source: UK cinema box office down by a quarter since pandemic, despite ‘Barbenheimer’ success