Show business
The first photos from the set of the film *Petrik Pyatochkin at the Cinema* have been published«
First photos from the set of *Petrik Pyatochkin in the Movies*: Oleksandr Voitekhovsky plays the lead role; the film is set to premiere in 2027.
«Spider-Man: A Brand New Day» has set a new opening-weekend box office record
Critics gave a positive reception to *Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, but criticised the post-credits scene. Worldwide box office takings totalled around $932 million.
Big Pussy from *The Sopranos* has died: the actor was 80
American actor Vincent Pastore, best known for his role as Salvatore «Big Pussy» Bonpensiero in the cult HBO series *The Sopranos*, has died at the age of 80. The circumstances...
Boy George walked out of *Jesus Christ Superstar* after a song in support of Israel
The singer Boy George left the production of *Jesus Christ Superstar* following the release of *We Will Dance Again* in support of Israel’s military actions.
Ben Affleck won $1 million on a TV show and will donate it to a charity for the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Ben Affleck won a million dollars as part of a partnership with Jamie Ding. The money will be channelled towards the foundation’s work in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Angelina Jolie has shown the world photographs of the war in Ukraine
Angelina Jolie drew the attention of her international audience to the consequences of Russia’s war against Ukraine by publishing the work of British documentary photographer Giles Duley. The photographs appeared on the page...
Ten women have alleged that they were sexually harassed by Jared Leto
In a BBC documentary, ten women have come forward to allege that Jared Leto sexually harassed them; some of the incidents, they say, took place when they were teenagers.
Singer Slava has called on Russian media professionals to demand an end to the war
Slava called on representatives of the entertainment industry and bloggers to demand an end to the war, but did not specify how this should be achieved.
The final trailer for *Spider-Man: A Brand New Day* has been released«
In the final trailer for *Spider-Man: A Brand New Day*, Peter Parker faces an invisible threat, whilst Bruce Banner returns to the MCU.
«Nolan’s *Odyssey* grossed $264.1 million over its opening weekend
Nolan’s *Odyssey* grossed $264.1 million worldwide in its opening weekend. Outside the US, the film performed best in the UK and Ireland.
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker, star of *Home Alone 2*, has died«
Brenda Fricker’s death was confirmed by her agent on 17 July. The actress from *Home Alone 2* died aged 81 following a period of declining health.
Netflix has used generative AI in the production of around 300 projects
In the series *The American Experiment*, AI enhanced 17 minutes of footage: Netflix has announced that production is now twice as fast and half the cost.
Andriy Khlyvnyuk has been named an Honoured Artist of Ukraine
The President has awarded Andriy Khlyvnyuk the title of Honoured Artist of Ukraine. The award was included in Decree No. 604/2026 to mark Statehood Day.
ALINA FEELS has released the song «Portal to Paradise» about the value of life
«Portal to Paradise» is a new song by ALINA FEELS about closeness in times of anxiety, the right to love, and not putting off happy moments until the future.
Actor Sam Neill, star of *Jurassic Park*, has died«
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, best known for his roles in *Jurassic Park* and *The Piano*, has died at the age of 78. His death was sudden; the actor had been in good health.
Dune 3: What can we expect from the finale of this epic saga?
The film world is holding its breath in anticipation of the final instalment of the *Dune* trilogy, which will be an adaptation of Frank Herbert’s second novel. The premiere is scheduled for 18 December 2026.
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